Deliver network-quality HD live production using TriCaster 850, paired with the powerful TriCaster 850 CS optional control surface, designed specifically to mirror the TriCaster 850 interface. Illuminated buttons, twist knobs, a premium T-bar and three-axis joystick provide a physical connection to all TriCaster functions and effects. The combination packs the power of a network television studio into a versatile, 4U rack mount system with full touch control of the 24-channel system. The versatility of TriCaster 850 and TriCaster 850 CS works for both desktop and portable live production. With the ability to simultaneously broadcast, live stream, project and record network-quality HD video, TriCaster 850 allows you to get your message to a global audience, quickly and easily. Build your brand, extend your reach and increase your advertising inventory and sponsorship revenue – anytime, anywhere.
As more and more people rely on live video for information and entertainment, from traditional broadcasts, to the Internet and other digital media, TriCaster 850, lets you deliver your video in up to 1080p resolution, and stream live to the Internet and other digital media, in up to 720p resolution – the highest in the industry. With just the click of a button, you can simultaneously record your productions in up to 1080p resolution.
TriCaster 850 supports video input from up to eight cameras, in any combination of HD-SDI, HD component, SD-SDI, SD component, Y/C and composite; and includes support for four channels of AES digital audio or balanced XLR analog audio per camera, and SDI embedded audio support for each camera connected through HD-SDI or SD-SDI inputs.
This 24-channel, HD/SD live production switcher also includes benefits such as 18 HD live virtual sets (using proprietary NewTek LiveSet™ technology) and advanced matte generation; two network inputs (using proprietary NewTek iVGA™ technology) for connection to an unlimited number of external displays from a Mac® or PC; overlay with keying, positioning, scaling, cropping, and rotation in 3D, plus animated effects; enhanced media player capabilities; full field rate preview monitors, color Waveform and Vectorscope displays, and multi-view monitoring (shown below) of all inputs and outputs; redundant power supply; removable storage, and much more.
Add the optional TriCaster Virtual Set Editor (VSE) and you can deliver your live production from a customized network-style virtual environment. Specially designed TriCaster VSE Sets produce real-time reflections and specular highlights, and include a wide range of elements that can be edited. With TriCaster VSE you also have the option to create your own original virtual sets by populating Layer Sets with your artwork, or composing layers in Adobe® Photoshop®, and then importing the layers into TriCaster VSE, which instantly transforms the PSD file into a double-box effect or Layer Set for use in VSE.
This 24-channel, HD/SD live production switcher also includes benefits such as 18 HD live virtual sets (using proprietary NewTek LiveSet™ technology) and advanced matte generation; two network inputs (using proprietary NewTek iVGA™ technology) for connection to an unlimited number of external displays from a Mac® or PC; overlay with keying, positioning, scaling, cropping, and rotation in 3D, plus animated effects; enhanced media player capabilities; full field rate preview monitors, color Waveform and Vectorscope displays, and multi-view monitoring (shown below) of all inputs and outputs; redundant power supply; removable storage, and much more.
Add the optional TriCaster Virtual Set Editor (VSE) and you can deliver your live production from a customized network-style virtual environment. Specially designed TriCaster VSE Sets produce real-time reflections and specular highlights, and include a wide range of elements that can be edited. With TriCaster VSE you also have the option to create your own original virtual sets by populating Layer Sets with your artwork, or composing layers in Adobe® Photoshop®, and then importing the layers into TriCaster VSE, which instantly transforms the PSD file into a double-box effect or Layer Set for use in VSE.
TriCaster™ 850 Interface
The TriCaster™ 850 interface is set up much like the control room found in a live network studio. You have easy access to virtual monitors and your live production tools, virtual sets, titling, recording, streaming, plus much more.
1) LIVE PRODUCTION INTERFACE allows you to connect up to eight high definition (HD) or standard definition (SD) cameras, digital or analog audio, and take your production live with the power to simultaneously broadcast, live stream, project and record.
2) LIVE DESKTOP MONITORS let you arrange and select shots with confidence. Full field rate displays include cameras, DDRs, still and title graphics, and network computer sources (PC and Mac® displays supported through proprietary
NewTek iVGA™ technology). Integrated multi-view monitoring capabilities allow you to select from assorted views and send all on-screen monitors to a second display to enlarge your workspace.
3) PROGRAM MONITOR shows the current video output of your live production, allowing you to see what your audience is seeing. You can also access controls for record and stream functions, configure your video output, and more.
4) LOOK AHEAD PREVIEW MONITOR displays your upcoming video output. Preview the composite result of all currently delegated video layers as they will appear when taken live, then switch with confidence.
5) ONE-BUTTON INTERNET STREAMING allows you to use Adobe® Flash® or Microsoft® Windows Media® to deliver a full HD live stream directly to the Web, with simultaneous archive for later viewing. Most common live streaming profiles are supported, in up to 720p resolution – the highest in the industry.
6) ONE-BUTTON RECORDING captures content from your live production at full resolution (up to 1080p). Record your entire presentation for later use or capture clips for DDR playback during the show.
7) LIVE PRODUCTION SWITCHER gives you total control over all 24 channels, including eight external video sources, eight virtual mix/effect channels, five internal digital media players, two external network inputs, frame buffer and black. Assign custom names to switcher sources for added personalization.
8) UTILITY ROW provides convenient access to live production utilities, allowing you to assign the Effects bus source, select downstream key elements, and manage the AUX output – individually or simultaneously.
9) UTILITY DELEGATE offers refined control and delegation of the Utility Row, including support for multiple concurrent selections. Sources currently assigned to each Utility Delegate are displayed for easy reference.
10) VIRTUAL INPUTS are powerful virtual mix/effect channels that allow you to assign complex switcher effects to a single switcher button for easy access and use. TriCaster 850 includes eight fully customizable Virtual Inputs, each with multiple presets.
11) MAIN TRANSITION CONTROLS provide you with the tools to transition individual or multiple video layers on and off screen. Select the Transition Delegate button of the desired video layer or layers, then use manual or automatic controls to perform single-source transitions or switch from one multi-source composition to another.
12) LOCAL TRANSITION CONTROLS allow you to individually configure and control transitions affecting the three primary video layers. TriCaster 850 features more than 200 broadcast-quality HD effects to add interest and impact to your live production.
13) HD LIVE VIRTUAL SETS allow you to achieve the look of expansive, professional sets in limited space, using proprietary NewTek LiveSet™ technology. TriCaster virtual sets allow you to change shots virtually for each video source connected to the system. The Animate Zoom function lets you transition from close-up, to medium, to medium-wide, to wide angle shots in real time, without moving the camera or changing the set in any way. Sets also include double box effects and options for stand-up and one or two presenters.
14) VIRTUAL INPUT CONTROLS let you select two primary switcher sources to create a virtual mix/effect composition and use an additional source as an overlay. Configure HD live virtual sets, layer live elements, set upstream picture-in-picture elements, and more, then use the composition live or save your settings as a preset for later use.
15) DIGITAL MEDIA PLAYERS include two DDRs for video playback, a titles bin, a stills store, and a sound player, making it easy to add video clips, music, images, and more to your production or insert clips captured during a live event for immediate playback. HD and SD resolutions are supported in a variety of popular file formats.
16) LIVE TITLES make your production look like a network broadcast. You can bring in graphics, titles, and animated overlays to layer on your live video, lock a title or bug to a camera or Virtual Input, and set the in and out motion for each. Title pages can be edited even when they are displayed live.
17) AUDIO MIXING gives you control over microphones, line inputs and clip playback levels. Adjust individual audio sources (internal or external), introduce sources into your production manually or automatically, and set input trim levels for the best possible audio. TriCaster 850 supports embedded SDI and AES3 (AES/EBU) digital audio, as well as balanced XLR analog input, for pristine sound.
TriCaster™ 850 Specifications
| Dimensions |
19” W x 7.25″ H x 21.5” D |
Weight |
42 lbs |
| Video Input |
8 Simultaneous Inputs.
Any Combination of: HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C (BNC) or Composite.
HD-SDI Video Conforms to SMPTE 292M and SD Video Conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656. |
Audio Input |
8 x 2 Balanced XLR at Line and Mic Level
8 AES3/EBU BNC Connectors
8 SDI Embedded Analog Audio Levels Conform to SMPTE RP-155
Phantom Power Option |
| Video Output1 |
3 HD/SD-SDI, 3 HD/SD Component, 3 Composite, 3 Y/C (BNC)
HDMI Output, User Interface VGA/DVI Output, Aux VGA/DVI Output |
Audio Output |
4 Balanced XLR (Program Out)
4 Balanced XLR (Auxiliary Out)
2 AES/EBU (Program Out)
3 SDI Embedded (Program Out)
1 Stereo 1/4” Headphone Jack |
| Video Processing |
32-Bit Floating Point, YCbCrA 4:4:4:4 |
Audio Processing |
32-Bit Floating Point, 96 kHz, 4 Channels |
| Supported Formats |
NTSC: 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i (16:9 and 4:3)
Multi-Standard (includes NTSC-J and PAL): 1080/25p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 720/25p 576/25i (16:9 and 4:3) |
Recording Capacity |
~ 50 Hours 1080i 59.94
~ 155 Hours 480i 59.94
4 Trayless SATA III Removable Drive Bays for Unlimited Recording and Backup Capability |
| Presets |
Numerous Preset Bins (includes individual production sessions) |
Mix HD/SD Sources |
Yes |
| Video Ingest |
1, 6-pin IEEE FireWire® |
Tally |
DB15 Connector for 8 PGM Row Tally Lights |
| iVGA™ Network Selections |
2 Channels Dedicated to Separate iVGA™ Sources (select instantly from unlimited network sources) |
Network Connection |
1GBit Connection for Network Inputs and Streaming Output |
| Virtual Set Support |
Yes – 18 HD Virtual Sets Included (using proprietary NewTek LiveSet™ technology) |
Virtual/Mix Channel Overlay |
1 per Channel, Upstream with Keying, Effects with Positioning, Scaling, Cropping, and 3D Rotation |
| Virtual/Mix Channels |
8 Independent Channels with Presets |
Main Overlay |
2 Downstream Keys with Independent Effects with Keying, Positioning, Scaling, Cropping and 3D Rotation |
| Media Player |
2 DDRs, Stills, Titles, Audio Player (all video sources provide output with alpha channel, for use in overlays, virtual sets, etc.) |
On-Screen Preview Monitors |
“All Sources,” “Computer Sources,” “Camera Inputs,” “Preview and FX” or “Scopes with Switchable Input” (full-time, tabbed – all run at full field rate) |
| Projector Output |
Yes – 16:9 and 4:3 Aspects |
Projector Resolutions |
Up to 1920 x 1200 |
| Full HD 720p 16:9 Streaming |
Yes |
Live Webcasting |
Yes – Adobe Flash, Windows Media Push/ Pull and VC-1 Codec Support |
| Waveform Monitor and Vectorscopes |
Yes – Full Field Rate with Color Preview |
Record to Disk |
Simultaneous Recording of Full Resolution MPEG-2 and Archive of Web Stream |
| Integrated Character Generator |
Yes |
Nonlinear Editor |
Yes |
| File Formats |
AVI, DNXHD, DV, M4V, MPEG-2, QuickTime, H.264, HDV, JPG, PNG, PSD and More |
Render Outputs |
AVI, DV, MPEG-2, MP4 (iPod and PSP), QuickTime |
| Form Factor |
4U Rack Mount (with optional rails) |
Redundant Power Supply |
Yes |
| Drive Bays |
4 Trayless SATA III Removable Drive Bays, with Hot Swap Support |
Accessory Options |
TriCaster™ 850 CS,
TriCaster Virtual Set Editor,
TriCaster LC-11, TriCaster TimeWarp™ and TriCaster LiveText™2 |
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