NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini, TriCaster TC Mini 4K Bundle

Vendor: Newtek
Descriptions NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini, TriCaster TC Mini 4K Bundle The NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini is a Control Surface Bundle that can delivers you all the benefits of IP based production using NDI® for easy...
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NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini, TriCaster TC Mini 4K Bundle

The NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini is a Control Surface Bundle that can delivers you all the benefits of IP based production using NDI® for easy connectivity to media components while leveraging simple one-to-one connections to your HDMI cameras and devices without cable length limitations. The NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini compact unit is very easy to transport and set up with all the features you need to deliver high quality shows to screens and displays of any size or shape. With NDI®, TriCaster Mini with 4K connects to a wide variety of NewTek and third-party systems over IP like cameras, converters, and custom software applications. With NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini, you can be on your way to making a show in resolutions up to 4K UHD for delivery to any type of screen you want within minutes of opening the box. NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini takes portable live production to new heights with hundreds of amazing features, including virtual sets, social media publishing, multi-channel audio mixing, streaming, integrated media playback, and even live motion graphics and Live Story Creator MS Word® show automation with Premium Access. TC Mini delivers you all the benefits of IP based production using NDI® for easy connectivity to media components while leveraging simple one-to-one connections to your HDMI cameras and devices without cable length limitations.

No other portable video creation system offers so many easy and enjoyable ways to tell stories in such a small package for the price than NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini. The compact unit is easy to transport and set up with all the features you need to deliver high quality shows to screens and displays of any size or shape. With NDI®, TC Mini connects to a wide variety of NewTek and third-party systems over IP like cameras, converters, and custom software applications. Direct one-to-one connectivity with HDMI cameras and devices simplifies configurations and removes cable length limitations. NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini also has a Control Surface that is expertly engineered to combine the comprehensive functionality, precision controls, premium hardware mechanics, and ergonomic design. With NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini you have the option of control panels to assist in your workflow and environment. The TC Mini control panel is expertly engineered to combine the comprehensive functionality, precision controls, premium hardware mechanics, and ergonomic design that operators need, with modern styling that appeals to clients and executives. The TC Mini features 14 source buttons, 2 multi-mode T-bars and USB connectivity.

Mini Control Surface Features:

  • Multi-tiered software fail-safe
  • 14 x Buttons arranged in two banks
  • 1 x Panel stripes
  • 2 x Multi-mode T-Bars
  • USB Connectivity

NewTek TCM4KUHDB TriCaster TC Mini Main Features

  • Switching, streaming, recording, and delivery in HD up to 1080p 60 fps, and 4K Ultra HD at 60 fps
  • True IP switching, with native software-driven processing for maximum production power and flexibility
  • Native integration of NDI®, NewTek’s innovative Network Device Interface technology, supporting video, audio, and data transmission over IP with near-zero latency
  • Flexible HDMI integration with devices using external NDI input modules that eliminate HDMI cable length limitations
  • Comprehensive camera coverage and compelling multi-source video mixing, including 4 external inputs
  • Studio-grade Skype® video calling with Skype TX software support, including automatic Mix-Minus for clean audio return to the caller
  • Integrated video players providing playback, replay, and live editing without any additional hardware
  • Capture up to 4 high-quality NDI® or QuickTime® files from input or output sources for post-production, VOD, and archival needs, or up to 10 with Premium
  • Access. Use the NDI I/O Plug-in for Adobe Creative Cloud to directly bring in files for editing and animation
  • NDI HX Camera Application for Mobile Devices to use iOS-based devices capable of up to UHD resolution video as NDI sources.
  • Live stream programs with built-in encoders to Facebook Live, Microsoft® Azure®, Periscope, Twitch, YouTube™ Live, and more
  • Real-time social media sharing to Facebook, Imgur, LinkedIn, Twitter, Vimeo, YouTube, and more
  • Advanced audio mixing with multi-source configuration and control, professional DSPs, and stereo master output
  • Premiere creative capabilities, including multi-bus mix effects, transitions, advanced chromakeying, spectacular live virtual sets, and more
  • Compact portable device
  • Additional advanced software functions such as Live Story Creator simple show automation and Live Panel custom software panels for control with Premium Access package.
In the box TriCaster Mini 4K
TC Mini 4K Control Surface
2 x Spark Plus 4K IO Converters
Travel Case
Keyboard & Mouse
1 x Mini Displayport to HDMI Adapter
3 x Mini Displayport to Displayport Adapter
Limited 1-Year Warranty
   
Video Format   
Network Video Input 8 x IP video inputs via NDI, resolution-independent, NDI inputs supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates

2160p 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976
1080i: 59.94, 50
720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
SD: 59.94, 50, 25


*Available frame rates determined by model and session video standard (NTSC or PAL)

   
Video Interface  
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
Network Video Output 2 x independent IP video mix outputs via NDI
Stream Output 2 x streaming video output, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Monitor Outputs 4 x mini display port with HDMI output adapters
2 x of the outputs support multiviewers using standard display resolutions
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 2 sources
• 2 x KEY layers per bus
• 9 x memory slots per bus

DSK Channels 2 x DSK channels
Media

5 x media players

• 2 x DDR
• 2 x GFX
• 1 x Sound

15 x media buffers

• 5 x animation buffers
• 10 x graphic buffers

Keyers

Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses

8 x input keyers
2 x media player keyers
4 x M/E keyers
15 x buffer keyers

COMP 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

4 x recording channels from either NDI® inputs or Mix outputs (10 x with Premium Access)

 Records and retains alpha channel data

 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (Native NDI Codec for recording)

*QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications 

Storage Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification
Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0
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 Interface  
Audio Mixing  Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for stereo audio, and DSP’s
Local Audio Input 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced mic
2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line 
Local Audio Output  2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line
1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphones jack
Network Audio

• Native support for network audio input and output via NDI®

 Embedded audio supported for all NDI® input and output video signals

• Integrated support3 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®

*Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately)
*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

Processing Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4
Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
Throughput Latency  ~1.0-1.5 frames
Tally Support for network tally via NDI
MIDI Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
NIC 2 x 1 Gigabit NIC
   
Physical  
Dimensions ( l x d x h) System chassis, including adjustable cable retention bracket

4.6 x 9.2 x 7.9" (11.7 x 23.4 x 20.1 cm)

Weight 9 lbs (4.1 kg
   
   
In the box TC Mini Control Surface
Stripes 1 x panel stripes
Source Buttons 14 x column switcher source buttons arranged in two banks 
T-Bar 2 x multi-mode T-Bars
Connectivity USB
Physical Multi-tiered software fail-safe
Dimensions (w x d x h) 16.56 x 2.25 x 8.0" (42 x 5.7 x 20.3 cm)
Weight 4.6 lbs (2.1 kg)