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Vizrt (Newtek) Tricaster TC1 (2RU)

Manufacturer: Vizrt
SKU: VIZ-FG001587R001
Regular price $15,995.00 USD
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Unleash your TriCaster muscle

The most complete production system available today, TriCaster® TC1 represents the continued innovation of the iconic product that defined an industry. Designed with the way you work in mind and equipped with hundreds of advanced production capabilities, it has everything you need to do video your way today—and tomorrow.

  • Tricaster TC1 (2RU)

 The Vizrt TriCaster® TC1 offers a complete 4K UHD digital media production solution. It stands out as the most advanced software-driven live production system currently on the market. With its cutting-edge production features and IP workflows, TC1 is designed to leverage modern networking and computing technologies, as well as a wide range of future-ready capabilities. This solution is unmatched in its ability to efficiently produce and deliver content that caters to the evolving viewing preferences of audiences. The agile software-driven IP native technology and functionality of TriCaster® TC1 equips users with the necessary capability, connectivity, and control to tackle any production task. Click here to access Vizrt Tricaster TC1 Details

Live Link for TriCaster: Live Link allows users to render web pages directly into the TriCaster and pull any web page elements into production without the need for a 3rd party application. From graphics or images on a web page to videos from your organization’s internal training platforms – Live Link offers the ultimate in production agility and freedom. 

Real 4K Ultra HD. No Compromise: Present your audience with an immersive viewing experience defined by amazing clarity and incredible detail. Produce programs, performances, events and live sports in true 4K UHD (Ultra High Definition) resolution with support for native 2160p video at 60 frames per second. Unlike other products that promise 4K UHD, only TriCaster TC1 allows you to switch, stream and record 4K UHD video without compromising the frame rate or the number of available inputs.

Built–In Video Servers: No decks needed—just add your files with two built-in video servers for on-demand and automated playback, including auto-advancing playlists, on-cue instant replay, live-edited highlight reels, and much more. With responsive player controls, presets, real-time editing tools, selectable transitions, and playlist effects, you have everything needed to make magic from your stored media.



The most complete production system available today, TriCaster TC1 represents the continued innovation of the iconic product that defined an industry. Designed with the way you work in mind and equipped with hundreds of advanced production capabilities, it has everything you need to do video your way today—and tomorrow.



Video Input 16 x simultaneous external video inputs, supporting any combination of compatible sources in resolutions up to 4K UHD at frame rates up to 60fps (2160p 59.94)
Network Video Input 16 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
SDI Video Input1 4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates21080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
• 1080i: 59.94, 50
• 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
• 576i 50
• 480i 59.94
1Optionally supports up to 16 simultaneous 3G/HD/SD-SDI video inputs or quad-link 3G-SDI video inputs (4K UHD) via network integration with applicable NewTek NC1 conversion modules
2Available frame rates determined by session video standard (NTSC or PAL)
PTZ Support for up to 8 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422 and IP, with integrated controls and preset system
Skype TX Native support for up to 2 simultaneous Skype® video call inputs via Skype TX software integration, including tally and Talk Back communication
Video Output Configurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous delivery via IP and SDI
Network Video Output IP video output via NDI, optionally configurable for:
• 4 x independent video mix outputs
• 1 x 4K UHD video mix output
SDI Video Output 4 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI connections, optionally configurable for:
• 4 x independent 3G/HD/SD video mix outputs
• 1 x 4K UHD video mix output via 3G-SDI quad-link grouping
Stream Output 2 x resolution-independent streaming video outputs, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Multiviewer Output 3 x multiviewer outputs supporting standard display resolutions
• 1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer
• 1 x HDMI multiviewer
• 1 x DisplayPort multiviewer
Mix/Effect Buses (M/E) 4 x M/E buses supporting video re-entry
• 1 x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 4 sources
• 4 x KEY layers per bus
• 9 x memory slots per bus
• 1 x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
DSK Channels 4 x DSK channels
Media 5 x media players
• 2 x DDR
• 2 x GFX
• 1 x Sound
15 x media buffers
• 10 x animation buffers
• 5 x graphic buffers
30 x clip players (available for use as transitions or media depending on function)
Keyers Integrated LiveMatte chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
• 16 x input keyers
• 4 x media player keyers
• 4 x M/E keyers
• 1 x PREVIZ keyer
• 15 x buffer keyers
COMPs Integrated video composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and apply layer configurations and DVE-style motion sequences
• 16 x configurable COMP presets per bus
Virtual Sets Integrated LiveSet technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
DataLink Integrated DataLink technology enabling real-time, automated data input from internal and external sources, including webpages, spreadsheets, scoreboards, databases, RSS feeds, watch files, XML, CSV, ASCII and more
Macros Record, store, edit and automate commands and user-configured operation sequences
• Attach to control panel buttons, keyboard shortcuts, hotspots, MIDI and X-keys® buttons or GPI triggers
• Attach to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally and specific switcher actions
• Supports control via web-based interface
Recording 8 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder technology
• 8 x NDI® recordings (scalable to higher number with Premium Access)
• 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (SHQ2 quicktime codec, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)3
• 2 x H.264 IsoCorder™ distribution video recorders (multiple profiles)
3 QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications
Storage 4TB internal media storage
• 2 x 4TB 7200 RPM, 128MB Cache, SATA 6.0Gb/s, 3.5″ Internal Hard Drive
• Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification
• Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0 and eSATA
• Supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
Grab Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
Export Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
Audio Mixer Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for quad-channel audio, DSPs and 4x4x4 audio input routing
Local Audio Input 4 x SDI embedded
1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair (Line)
3 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pairs (Line)

Support for USB audio device input via compatible WDM audio drivers
Local Audio Output • 4 x SDI embedded
• 1 x Balanced XLR stereo pair
• 1 x Balanced 1/4” stereo pair
• 1 x Stereo 1/4″ (phones)
Network Audio • Native support for network audio input and output via NDI
• Embedded audio supported for all NDI input and output video signals
• Integrated support4 for Dante networking protocol from Audinate®
• Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers5
4 Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately)
5 Requires third-party virtual sound card license (sold separately)
Supported Media File Formats Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including:
Video: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM, and more
Image: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more
Audio: AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
Monitoring Support for up to 3 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports
Signal Monitoring Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
Processing Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4
Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
Latency Processing Latency: ~1.0-1.5 frames
Practical Throughput Latency: 4 frames
A/V Standards • 4K UHD video conforms to SMPTE 2036 (UHDTV1 using Square Division Quad Split)
• 3G-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 424M (Level A)
• HD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 292M
• SD video conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656
• Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155
Tally Support for hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector, network tally via NDI, and Blackmagic Design® SDI tally standard
Genlock Genlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level) reference signals
GPI Supports GPI signals via JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface
MIDI Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
System Drive 120GB SSD
NIC • NIC 1 x 10 Gigabit Ethernet
• 1 x 1 Gigabit Ethernet
USB • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C
• 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
System Physical TriCaster TC1
2RU chassis with 400W PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
• 19.0 x 3.5 x 19.57 in (48.3 x 8.9 x 49.7 cm) with rack ears attached
TriCaster TC1 (Redundant Power Option)
3RU chassis with 500W redundant PSU and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
• 19.0 x 5.25 x 19.57 in (48.3 x 13.34 x 49.7 cm) with rack ears attached


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