Roland Octa-Capture – Hi-Speed USB Audio Interface

$367.63

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EIGHT PREMIUM MIC PREAMPS, COMPACT I/O, PRISTINE SOUND QUALITY
Combining ten inputs, ten outputs, and eight VS PREAMPS with transparent 24-bit/192 kHz audio quality, the Roland OCTA-CAPTURE sets a new standard for portable USB 2.0 audio interfaces. High-level audio production comes easy with this fusion of premium components, Roland-quality engineering, and proprietary preamp and streaming technology. OCTA-CAPTURE is not only the perfect interface for multi-channel computer-based production, but also a great solution for expanding the I/O capability of the V-STUDIO 700 and V-STUDIO 100. Brimming with quality and performance seldom seen in its price range, OCTA-CAPTURE is the next-generation audio interface.Features

  • Eight premium mic preamps built in (VS PREAMP)
  • AUTO-SENS function intelligently sets optimal input levels for all preamps
  • Extremely stable low-latency VS STREAMING driver
  • Four independent software-controlled Direct Mixers for creating custom monitor mixes
  • Supports all major DAW platforms on Mac or PC, through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers
  • Rackmount ears included

Eight Premium Mic Preamps
OCTA-CAPTURE boasts eight premium-grade digitally controlled mic preamps (VS PREAMPS), built with the same high-grade components as the preamps in the V-STUDIO 700 and M-400 V-Mixer. Eight XLR inputs are provided for the preamps, plus independent phantom power, low-cut filter, phase invert, and digital compression for each channel.

Auto Input Level Adjustment
Never before has it been this fast and easy to set perfect input levels — simply activate the AUTO-SENS feature with the push of a button, play your connected instruments, and OCTA-CAPTURE automatically sets the ideal recording level for each input. It’s great for quick, fail-safe audio capture when recording either a fully mic’d drum kit or an entire band.

Extreme Low-Latency Driver
OCTA-CAPTURE offers incredible stability and industry-leading low-latency USB performance via Roland’s proprietary VS STREAMING technology. All current Mac and PC DAW platforms are supported through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers. Thanks to VS STREAMING, you can use multiple devices (two OCTA-CAPTURE units or one OCTA-CAPTURE plus a V-STUDIO 100 or V-STUDIO 700) on the same USB bus without compromising stability, performance, or audio quality.

Four Flexible Monitor Mixes
Beyond traditional audio interfacing, OCTA-CAPTURE offers four independent Direct Mixers for creating software-controlled monitor mixes. Each mix can be routed to any of the analog outputs and can take advantage of the internal 40-bit DSP processing — perfect for sending custom monitor mixes to headphones, speakers, or recording devices.

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Description
Pearl 2 Rackmount, the all-in-one system for live video switching, streaming and recording in HD and with an option for 4K. All the same features of Pearl-2, designed for installation in a rack.
This is the newest version of the NewTek TriCaster Mini Advanced sdi with substantially upgraded components and features
All-in-one Standard Definition video mixer with HDMI in/out, USB streaming out, and built-in multiviewer with touch control.
NewTek TC Mini is an easy to use compact video creation system to let anyone with a story to tell make fun and exciting shows without needing production expertise.
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EIGHT PREMIUM MIC PREAMPS, COMPACT I/O, PRISTINE SOUND QUALITY Combining ten inputs, ten outputs, and eight VS PREAMPS with transparent 24-bit/192 kHz audio quality, the Roland OCTA-CAPTURE sets a new standard for portable USB 2.0 audio interfaces. High-level audio production comes easy with this fusion of premium components, Roland-quality engineering, and proprietary preamp and streaming technology. OCTA-CAPTURE is not only the perfect interface for multi-channel computer-based production, but also a great solution for expanding the I/O capability of the V-STUDIO 700 and V-STUDIO 100. Brimming with quality and performance seldom seen in its price range, OCTA-CAPTURE is the next-generation audio interface.Features
  • Eight premium mic preamps built in (VS PREAMP)
  • AUTO-SENS function intelligently sets optimal input levels for all preamps
  • Extremely stable low-latency VS STREAMING driver
  • Four independent software-controlled Direct Mixers for creating custom monitor mixes
  • Supports all major DAW platforms on Mac or PC, through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers
  • Rackmount ears included
Eight Premium Mic Preamps OCTA-CAPTURE boasts eight premium-grade digitally controlled mic preamps (VS PREAMPS), built with the same high-grade components as the preamps in the V-STUDIO 700 and M-400 V-Mixer. Eight XLR inputs are provided for the preamps, plus independent phantom power, low-cut filter, phase invert, and digital compression for each channel. Auto Input Level Adjustment Never before has it been this fast and easy to set perfect input levels — simply activate the AUTO-SENS feature with the push of a button, play your connected instruments, and OCTA-CAPTURE automatically sets the ideal recording level for each input. It’s great for quick, fail-safe audio capture when recording either a fully mic’d drum kit or an entire band. Extreme Low-Latency Driver OCTA-CAPTURE offers incredible stability and industry-leading low-latency USB performance via Roland’s proprietary VS STREAMING technology. All current Mac and PC DAW platforms are supported through ASIO 2.0/WDM (Windows) and Core Audio (Mac) drivers. Thanks to VS STREAMING, you can use multiple devices (two OCTA-CAPTURE units or one OCTA-CAPTURE plus a V-STUDIO 100 or V-STUDIO 700) on the same USB bus without compromising stability, performance, or audio quality.
Four Flexible Monitor Mixes
Beyond traditional audio interfacing, OCTA-CAPTURE offers four independent Direct Mixers for creating software-controlled monitor mixes. Each mix can be routed to any of the analog outputs and can take advantage of the internal 40-bit DSP processing — perfect for sending custom monitor mixes to headphones, speakers, or recording devices.

Pearl 2 Rackmount

Pearl 2 Rackmount, the all-in-one system for live video switching, streaming and recording in HD and with an option for 4K.
  • 2U rackmount chassis
  • Live video switching using the touch screen or web UI
  • Stream audio + 12G-SDI, HD-SDI, SD-SDI, HDMI™
  • Up to 6 1080p HD streams at 30 fps or 2 at 60 fps
  • Visual layout editor for simple creation of custom multi-view layouts
Pearl-2 Rackmount is a powerful 2U live production video mixer that fits perfectly into your 19-inch AV rack whether it’s threaded or unthreaded.  Create stunning live video programs by by combining, encoding, switching and recording up to six video sources and 2 audio sources. With Pearl-2 Rackmount you can share any kind of video, anytime, anywhere, effortlessly. Simple to use with a web-based portal for initial configuration, you get a drag and drop interface to create completely customizable layouts for your live stream. You can choose to keep Pearl-2’s default encoding settings or customize them to meet your exact needs. Control the video recorder and video switcher capabilities via the touch screen or the tablet-friendly Epiphan Live interface. Start streaming live today with Pearl-2 Rackmount!

About Pearl-2 4K Add-ons

Pearl-2 Rackmount is sold as a base model and uses add-ons to activate extra features. With the base model, all six video inputs accept a maximum of input resolution of 1920×1080 and you can create up to six 1080p Full HD video programs at 30 fps. The 4K feature add-on gives you 4K encoding and streaming capabilities. With this add-on activated you can create a 4K program comprised of up to 2 4K inputs and 2 HD or IP camera inputs. Add-on details:
HD INPUTS 4K INPUTS OUTPUT PORTS HARDWARE SCALING
Pearl2 Base 6 × HD  – 2 × HDMI  –
Pearl2 with 4K feature 4 × 4K + 2 × HD ✓ 2 × HDMI 4K 4K to 1080p
Pearl-2 feature add-ons can be purchased any time: either when you buy Pearl-2, or later. Once you purchase your add-on, Pearl-2 uses a one-time web activation to give you the new add-on functionality.

TriCaster Mini SDI TCMASDIR2

This is the newest version of the NewTek TriCaster Mini Advanced sdi with substantially upgraded components and features now closer in hardware to the TriCaster Mini 4K | NDI.
  • The new  TriCaster Mini SDI no longer comes with a side screen. Overall, NewTek was able to focus on better heat control, and optimized hardware for a performance and reliability gains.
  • Now comes with Quad output nVidia Quadro based card for more powerful real time advanced processing including full use of CUDA for increased quality, hardware assisted encoding, decoding and streaming.
  • 4 Mini DisplayPorts - One for user interface and three for multi-viewers that run in full screen production quality. Comes with 4 mini DisplayPort adapters.
  • New Dual 1Gb Ethernet for increased IP connectivity, and load balancing of across multiple connections. Sharing and load balancing of bandwidth across multiple connections using NDI version 4 doubles the amount of NDI traffic providing more powerful media connectivity and expansion.
  • Internal 1 TB SSD storage for faster boot and load times, increased recording capabilities and higher reliability in portable environments.
  • New portable storage USB 3.1 and USB-C ports for more concurrent recording capability.
  • New 180watts power supply that makes the hardware quieter during operation.
  • Comes with Windows 10 for increased performance and fewer security concerns.
Real Video Production. No Experience Required. You don’t have to be a video expert, own a studio, or know your way around a broadcast control room to deliver your message through video with network-quality results. With an all-in-one design, do-it-yourself setup, and hundreds of entry-level and advanced production capabilities, you can be on your way to captivating audiences from anywhere within minutes of opening the box.
  • HD switching, streaming, and recording
  • 8 external video inputs and 4 mix outputs
  • Connect to compatible IP devices via NDI® - Connect to the most prolific IP-based workflow in the industry right out of the box. With native integration of NDI®, NewTek’s innovative Network Device Interface technology, TriCaster Mini Advanced is instantly compatible with products from hundreds of manufacturers and developers over the network.
  • Streaming to Facebook Live, Twitch, and more
  • Real-time social media publishing
  • Multi-channel recording and internal storage
  • Video playback without any additional hardware
  • Built-in live titling and motion graphics
  • Multi-channel audio mixing
  • Maximize your investment now and for the future. With TriCaster Advanced Edition software now included, TriCaster Mini Advanced offers more than 100 additional video production capabilities compared to the original system platform—at no additional cost.
All-in-one Standard Definition video mixer with HDMI in/out, USB streaming out, and built-in multiviewer with touch control. Accessible and quality video performance and web streaming - The V-4EX - advancing the legendary V-4 and V-8 family to now include HDMI in/out, progressive internal processing, audio embedding, USB streaming and built-in touch monitor. The Roland V-4EX advances the industry-standard Roland V-4 four channel video mixer by incorporating HDMI inputs/outputs, USB streaming, HDCP support, built-in touch multi-viewer, and audio embedding. These features are added to the strong primary feature set including built-in effects and unique user interface that has made the V-4 one of the besting selling video mixers of all time. Features
  • 3 Input (HDMI/Composite) + 1 Input (Up to 1080p HDMI/RGB/Component/Composite)
  • PGM Output (Up to 1080p HDMI + RGB/Component + Composite) + PVW Output (PVW/Multiviewer)
  • 480p/576p Progressive internal processing
  • Built-in multiviewer with touch control
  • Built-in frame synchronizers on all inputs
  • Scalers on CH 4 and Output
  • 259 Transitions 148 Effects
  • HDCP compliant
  • Audio Embedding
  • Audio Mixer & Delay -up to 4 frames
  • USB Streaming Out for webstreaming
The V-4EX provides a single unit solution for many applications. Windows ( Checked on Windows 8 Pro )
Software Compatibility Remark
Ustream Producer 5.0.1 Yes
Wirecast for YouTube 5.0.2 Yes
Wirecast 5.0.1 Yes
Windows ( Checked on Windows 7 SP1 64bit )
Software Compatibility Remark
Ustream Producer 5.0.1 Yes
Ustream Producer Pro 2.0.4 Yes
Ustream Producer 2.0.4 Yes
Wirecast for YouTube 5.0.2 Yes
Wirecast 5.0.1 Yes
Wirecast 4.2.3 Yes
Flash Media Live Encoder 3.2 Yes
Niconico Live Encoder Yes
Mac ( Checked on OS X v10.9 / OS X v10.8 / Mac OS X v10.7 )
Software Compatibility Remark
Ustream Producer 5.0.1 Yes
Ustream Producer Pro 2.0.4 Yes
Ustream Producer 2.0.4 Yes
Wirecast for YouTube 5.0.2 Yes
Wirecast 5.0.1 Yes
Wirecast 4.2.3 Yes
Flash Media Live Encoder 3.2 Yes
  Processing

Video Processing
4:2:2 (Y/Pb/Pr), 8 bits (Internal Processing : 480/59.94p when set to NTSC, 576/50p when set to PAL)
Audio Processing
Sampling Rate : 24 bits/48 kHz, 2 ch

Input Formats

HDMI Video (INPUT 1 -- 3)
480/59.94p (when set to NTSC), 576/50p (when set to PAL)
HDMI and Component Video (INPUT 4)
480/59.94i, 480/59.94p, 720/59.94p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94p (when set to NTSC), 576/50i, 576/50p, 720/50p, 1080/50i, 1080/50p (when set to PAL)
HDMI Audio (INPUT 1 -- 4)
Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 2 ch
RGB (INPUT 4)
640 x 480/60Hz, 800 x 600/60Hz, 1024 x 768/60Hz, 1280 x 768/60Hz, 1280 x 1024/60Hz, 1366 x 768/60Hz, 1400 x 1050/60Hz, 1600 x 1200/60Hz, 1920 x 1200/60Hz * The refresh rate is the maximum value of each resolution. * Conforms to VESA DMT Version 1.0 Revision 11. * 1920 x 1200/60Hz : Reduced blanking
Composite Video (INPUT 1 -- 4)
NTSC, PAL
S-Video (INPUT 4)
NTSC, PAL

Output Formats

HDMI and RGB/Component Video (OUTPUT)
480/59.94i, 576/50i, 480/59.94p, 576/50p, 720/59.94p, 720/50p, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94p, 1080/50p 640 x 480, 800 x 600, 1024 x 768, 1280 x 768, 1280 x 1024, 1366 x 768, 1400 x 1050, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1200 * The output format of HDMI and RGB/Component is always the same. When an interlaced format is selected, component signal is output from the RGB/COMPONENT connector. When a non-interlaced format is selected, RGB signal is output from the RGB/COMPONENT connector. * The refresh rates of RGB format is 60 Hz when set to NTSC, 75 Hz when set to PAL (excluding 1600 x 1200 and 1920 x 1200. The refresh rate of these 2 is 75 Hz when set to PAL.)
V-4EX: 4-Channel Digital Video Mixer with Effects
All-in-one video mixer with HDMI in/out, USB streaming out, and built-in multiviewer with touch control.
The Roland V-4EX versatility and unique features make it suitable for many applications, including clubs, concerts, worship, events, meetings, trainings, weddings, education, and sporting events. The V-4EX?s sleek and compact design lends itself to portable applications as well as permanent installations when size and space are considerations. In addition to a number of powerful video effects, the user interface incorporates dial controls for effects on each bus and master output dial.  The innovative design incorporates a video switcher, audio embedding, preview monitor and streaming-ready USB output all in a single unit.  Inputs one to three feature composite (BNC) or HDMI while input four accepts HDMI, RGB/Component or S-video. The output features scaled-up HDMI, RGB/component, or SD composite with an additional HDMI output for external preview monitor. The Roland V-4EX features a stereo RCA audio input allowing you to embed audio into the HDMI outputs and USB stream, which are especially useful for web streaming and recording applications. As a USB Video/Audio class device, web streaming is effortless by simply connecting to a computer running a live streaming service. You can also record the output using Roland?s free Video Capture for Windows software or by using Quicktime on a Mac. Designed to be a live production switcher and web streaming device, the Roland V-4EX features audio embedding, built-in audio mixer with up to 4 frames delay to ?lipsync? your video source. It supports HDCP video allowing you to mix copyright protected material such as game consoles and Blu-ray content in your live production. HDMI inputs one to three accept video resolutions up to 480p/576p and HDMI input four accepts resolutions up to 1080p and RGB up to WUXGA (1920x1200). Although internal processing is SD-based, the output can be scaled up to 1080p or 1920x1200.
Your turnkey broadcast graphics system. Fusion 2 combines processing power with Titler Live Broadcast for an affordable, end-to-end graphics solution. Press power and go. Fusion 2 delivers your on-air graphics combining hardware and software in one dynamic device. Power your broadcast with a sophisticated combination of ultra portable hardware and Titler Live Broadcast software designed for broadcasters and a variety of enterprise markets. Go from unbox to broadcast in the same day. Get up and running in three easy steps. Experience end-to-end graphics in a short-depth 1U rackmount chassis running Windows 10. Design. Create graphics using the Title Designer. Import your After Effects projects, Photoshop files, or choose from our prebuilt templates. Connect. Integrate multiple input and output sources for ultimate control. Fusion 2's flexibility makes each live setup work for you. Go live. With minimal prep work and just a few clicks, press power and go live. Let Fusion 2 and Titler Live Broadcast do the rest for you. Fusion 2 features Titler Live 4 Broadcast. Now you can deliver unlimited layers of live animated graphics for all your broadcasting needs with Titler Live 4 Broadcast—directly in Fusion 2. Titler Live 4 Broadcast allows you to integrate your data in real-time and create high quality graphics on-the-fly. Amp up your production value with a proven powerhouse. Whether you want full customization or turnkey graphics on the fly, Titler Live 4 Broadcast ($2,999 value) brings high production value to your broadcast in minutes. We've loaded it with everything you need to look good, fast. Customize hundreds of designs with the Title Designer. With Fusion 2 preloaded with Titler Live 4 Broadcast, you can create custom motion graphics easily using its built-in Title Designer. Titler Live 4 Broadcast comes loaded with a full motion editor, hundreds of built-in templates, and can even import your existing graphics and Adobe assets. You can quickly grow your library of designs with our ever-expanding collection of Title Design Template collections. Display your spreadsheet data in real-time. Import your data from Excel spreadsheets and tables, XML files, CSV files, text files, and more. Using Titler Live 4 Broadcast, you can host all your data in a single file, display data rich infographics such as leaderboards and create instant lower thirds. Access social media controllers and custom social templates. Engage your audience with live comments, tweets, and Facebook reaction polling and queue them all in a custom social playlist. Remotely bring in comments curated from any machine in your local network. Titler Live 4 Broadcast also includes custom-designed social media graphics for a professional look in minutes. Incorporate scoreboards and statistics. Drive scoreboard data with realtime reading of JSON and XML files. Bring in scoreboard data from Daktronics, Stat Crew, or Sportzcast. You can also control your scoreboard directly from Titler Live's interface. Simplify updates and changes in an instant. Titler Live 4 Broadcast simplifies the traditionally labor-intensive process of creating motion graphics. Now, you can make last minute design or spelling changes, major or minor, with a few keystrokes. Ditch long rendering times and locked up content. With Titler Live 4 Broadcast, you can edit faster with extreme flexibility. Fusion 2 Extreme Get the top-of-the-line extreme version of Fusion with priority support and an additional 20 hours of professional service blocks.
  • Everything included in Fusion 2 SDI.
  • 20 hours of professional services including technical, creative or workflow consultation and engineering.
  • Two year manufacturer's warranty.
  • Blackmagic DeckLink 8K Pro for high resolution 8K workflows.
  • Faster processor (AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G 3.7 GHz).
  • More memory (32 GB RAM).
Big or small—every studio needs Fusion 2. Works in your existing broadcast architecture. Seamlessly connect to your current broadcast ecosystem with a short-depth, 1U rackmount chassis perfect for shelf mounting in tight spaces such as broadcast trucks, mobile racks and fly away kits. Drives your graphics with versatility. Bring your production up to speed into the digital era with the multiple channels and bandwidth you'll need. Includes onboarding with tailored training & support. Experience full technical support, custom product onboarding and training to power up and go live.   Control
  • Real-time playout
  • Live animated updates per layer
  • Automated sequencing & looping
  • Spreadsheet and crawl autoplay mode
  • Hotkey functionality
  • Data search & select tool
  • TriCaster macro control
  • Remote operation on your network
  • Network tally support
Outputs
  • 16 channels of 4K-NDI
  • Dual-channel HD-SDI key/fill (Blackmagic and AJA)
  • Unlimited graphics per channel
  • Unlimited graphics per playlist
  • PNG sequence support
  • HDMI
  • OBS
  • Watch Folder
  • NewTek Airsend
  • Normal-map-textured materials
  • Depth-of-field control
  • Blending modes
  • Additive blend mode
  • Object locking
Inputs
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Spreadsheet table support
  • XML files
  • Stat Crew statistics - football
  • Stat Crew® scoreboards
  • Daktronics® scoreboards
  • Sportzcast scoreboards
  • Facebook Live comments
  • Facebook Live comment polling
  • Facebook Live reaction polling
  • Twitter tweets
  • YouTube Live chats
  • GameWisp
  • Stream Labels
  • Streamlabs
  • Tiltify
  • Twitch
  • Text files
  • RSS feeds
  • CSV spreadsheets
Design
  • 3D animated graphics
  • Animations, effects & transitions
  • Native 4K resolution (NDI & SDI only) (Native 8K resolution for Extreme only)
  • Adobe® After Effects® import
  • Adobe® Photoshop® import
  • Title Designer interface
  • Sports & scoreboard packages
  • Social media & polling packages
  • Tables
  • Lower thirds
  • Crawls
  • Main titles
  • Motion bugs
Operating System
  • Microsoft Windows 10 Pro 64-bit
Graphics Software
  • Titler Live 4 Broadcast
Hardware
  • Processor - 6-Core AMD Ryzen™ 5
  • Memory - 32GB DDR4 3200 MHz RAM
  • Graphics - AMD Radeon™ 1900MHz, 7 graphics cores
  • Storage - 500GB M.2NVMe SSD
  • Video I/O - 2 4K-SDI Key/Fill Pairs
  • Blackmagic DeckLink 8K Pro
Front Ports
  • 2 USB 3.0
Rear Ports
  • 5 SDI Connectors - 4 video, 1 genlock (supports 2 key & fill pairs)
  • 1 RJ-45 Network
  • 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1
  • 2 USB 2.0
  • 2 HDMI
  • 1 Display Port
  • 3 Audio Jacks (Line In, Line Out, Mic In)
  • 2 SMA WiFi Antenna Connectors
  • BIOS flash button
 
  • Power Supply - 300Watt max
Dimensions
  • 1.75″ H x 16.77″ W x 10.5″ D (1U rack height)
NewTek TriCaster Mini 4K|NDI is an easy to use compact video creation system to let anyone with a story to tell make fun and exciting shows without needing production expertise.
You don’t have to be a video expert to tell your story with television-quality results. With 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. 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 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.
Key Features: 4K Ultra HD: 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. Multi-Source Video Mixing: Viewers have their choice of devices. You should have options, too. With multiple source channels, including 4 external inputs, you can easily create compelling content using any combination of compatible video sources, including HDMI and NDI PTZ cameras, mobile devices, Skype TX video calls, computers, gaming systems, streaming media, video files, graphics, images, animations and more. Built-In Video Servers: No recorders needed—just add your files with two built-in video players 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. Skype TX Software Integration: Conduct a live Skype video call with any remote guest, anywhere in the world. TriCaster TC Mini features Skype TX software support, including automatic Mix Minus for clean audio return to the caller. The studio-grade version of the popular app, Skype TX enhances the real-time interaction with broadcast-quality video and balanced audio, permitting you to present production-ready conversations, interviews, reports, and more—regardless of the caller’s device. Recording: Capture up to 4 source channels of high-quality video as QuickTime® or NDI® files and record to storage. From archiving the master cut for your content library, to ingesting camera footage for post-production, to caching production extras and presentation materials for on-demand, TriCaster TC Mini easily handles the work of multiple professional recorders without the added expense. (10 source channels with Premium Access) Replay: Insert instant replays from up to 4 NDI or converted HDMI input recordings with a single click instantly; or cue to play on demand instead. Replays include custom in/out transitions and speed control. Create basic highlight clips for instant playback and publishing with shortcut commands Live Streaming: Stream live to your choice of new media platforms, including user-friendly presets for Facebook Live, Microsoft® Azure®, Periscope, Twitch, YouTube™ Live, and more. The integrated streaming encoder lets you easily deliver platform-specific content, while opening up new sponsorship and revenue opportunities. Social Media Integration: Share real-time updates and on-demand content across your social media accounts, uploading images and video directly to Facebook, Imgur, LinkedIn, Twitter, Vimeo, YouTube and more—complete with comments and hashtags. Plus, with integrated DataLink™, you can add posts and photos from your social networks in on-screen graphics for a truly interactive experience. Live Sound Experience: Set the tone for your production with comprehensive audio integration, including a software-based audio mixer, support for digital, analog and network audio, professional DSPs, fader control, VU metering, Talk Back communication, and stereo audio on master output. Phenomenal Creative Elements: With TC Mini, you have the tools to turn every frame of video into an artistic masterpiece. Consider the screen a blank canvas and unleash your inner artist with multi-bus mix effects, data-driven graphics, custom animated transitions, a full-motion composition engine, and more. Let your imagination run wild. Real Time Monitoring and Multiviewers: See everything happening during your production with fully adjustable single-screen or multi-screen monitoring. With up to three customizable multiviewers, configurable windows and workspace layouts, operator confidence monitors, visual indicators, and more, you can easily personalize the TC Mini environment to your preference. Studio Grade Video Tools: Perfect your programs with configurable color correction tools, object positioning, and smooth-edge cropping. Apply picture-in-picture effects with optional borders. Build composite scenes from different foreground and background elements. And so much more. Spectular Live Chromakeying: Think outside the box with real-time keying so crisp and clean, your viewers will never believe it’s green screen. With NewTek’s powerful LiveMatte™ technology built into every source channel and M/E, you have 10 fully configurable keyers to create composite scenes from live video, graphics and virtual sets for reports, presentations, demonstrations, and more. World Class Live Virtual Sets: Save on studio and set expenses without sacrificing production value. With integrated LiveSet™ technology and more than 30 included set designs, TC Mini can transport your talent into professionally-designed virtual environments, complete with multiple angles, virtual camera movements, real-time reflections, specular highlights, animated lens flares and stunning augmented reality effects that blur the line between virtual and reality. Interconnected Workflows: You don’t work in a silo. Neither should your equipment. With native integration of innovative Network Device Interface technology, TC Mini connects to the most prolific IP-based workflow in the industry right out of the box, networking seamlessly with compatible products from hundreds of manufacturers and developers.
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 rates1
  • 2160p 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25
  • 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
1Available frame rates determined by model and 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
Network Video Output
4 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 output adapters 3 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
DSK Channels
2 x DSK channels
Media
4 x media players
  • 2 x DDR
  • 1 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
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
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)2
2QuickTime Player not required for playback in common NLE applications
Signal Monitoring
Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
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 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®
3Requires Dante Virtual Soundcard license from Audinate (sold separately) 5Requires 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
System Physical
System chassis, including adjustable cable retention bracket
  • 4.6 x 9.2 x 7.9 in (11.7 x 23.4 x 20.1 cm)
  • 9 lbs (4.1 kg)
Weight
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