Vizrt TriCaster Vizion Tower with 8 SDI I/O, including Software

Properties:

The Vizrt TriCaster Vizion Tower with 16 SDI I/O, including Software, is an advanced video mixing system. It offers the latest IP connectivity, configurable SDI I/O, powerful switching, audio mixing, and state-of-the-art graphics. With new AI features and leading graphic capabilities powered by TriCaster Graphics powered by Viz Flowics, TriCaster Vizion is well-prepared for future production needs. The TriCaster Vizion features 44 IP inputs via NDI, 8 configurable SDI I/O, 4 media players, and 8 MEs. Additionally, advanced remote production tools such as Live Call Connect provide the perfect solution for complex multi-camera productions in broadcasting stations, media publishers, and large venues. The 8 configurable SDI inputs/outputs, supported by leading HP and Matrox devices, make the TriCaster Vizion highly flexible. The rackmountable tower requires four rack units of space and integrates well into existing systems. The device comes with a 3-year hardware warranty and one year of standard support.

• Advanced video mixing system
• Latest IP connectivity
• Powerful switching
• Audio mixing
• State-of-the-art graphics
• New AI features
• Leading graphic capabilities
• 44 IP inputs via NDI, 8 configurable SDI I/O, 4 media players, and 8 MEs
• Advanced remote production tools
• Rackmountable tower requires four rack units of space
• 3-year hardware warranty
• One year of standard support

Technical Specifications:

• Network Video Input: 44x IP inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
• SDI Video Input: 8x 12G/3G/HD-SDI connections; 2160p 59.94 / 50 / 29.97 / 25; 1080p 59.94 / 50 / 29.97 / 25; 1080i 59.94 / 50; 720p 59.94 / 29.97 / 25
Network Video Output: 56x IP outputs via NDI® (HD sessions only)
• 8x Video mix outputs in resolutions up to 1080p with frame rates up to 60 fps (1080p 59.94) or 2x UHD video mix outputs at up to 60 fps (2160p 59.94)
• Up to 16x direct IP source outputs via NDI® conversion of local SDI inputs
• 4x direct IP source outputs via NDI® conversion of media players, with support for embedded alpha channels
• 15x direct IP source outputs via NDI® conversion of media buffers, with support for embedded alpha channels
• 3x Multiviewer outputs (when 3 monitors are connected). 4K support on 2x Multiviewer outputs, while the 3rd output is in HD
• 1x User Interface with dedicated multiviewer
• 1x Teleprompter output (LiveStory™ Creator)
• 8x selectable IP outputs via internal NDI® matrix router
• SDI Video Output: Optionally configurable for 8 independent 12G/3G/HD video mix outputs, supporting standard NTSC and PAL formats, resolutions, and frame rates / 3 Available frame rates depending on the session's video standard (NTSC or PAL)
• Audio: 44-channel integrated audio mixer with support for 8-channel audio, DSPs, and 4 x 8 x 8 audio input routing
• Network Audio: Native support for network audio input and output via NDI® / Embedded audio is supported for all NDI® input and output video signals / Integrated support for the Dante™ network protocol from Audinate® (Dante Virtual Soundcard license required, sold separately) / Support for AES67 protocol via compatible WDM audio drivers (third-party virtual sound card license required, sold separately)
• Local Audio Input/Output: SDI embedded
• Media: 5x media players, 4x DDR, 1x sound, 15x media buffers, 10x animation buffers with GIF support, 5x graphic buffers
• Keyers: Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses / 44x input keyers, 4x media player keyers, 8x M/E keyers, 1x PREVIZ keyer, 15x buffer keyers
• COMPs: Integrated video composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and apply layer configurations and DVE-like motion sequences / 16x configurable COMP presets per bus
• Virtual Sets: Integrated LiveSet™ technology with over 30 virtual live sets and box effects
• 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 / Link to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally, and specific switcher actions / Control via a web-based interface
• Recording: 8x configurable M/E channels, 4x DDRs, 3x streaming encoders, support for growing file playback from DDRs, instant replay functionality on each input, total of 44 configurable inputs
• Storage: 4 TB SSD internal storage, supports recording to external storage via 7x USB 3.2 Type A, and 1x USB 3.2 Type C, 1x USB 2.0 (Gen2, Type A), supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
• PTZ: Support for up to 44 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422, and IP, with integrated control and preset system
• Conference Calls: Support for multiple simultaneous video calls with Microsoft Skype™, Microsoft Teams™, Zoom Meetings™, Slack, Discord™, and Tencent™ software integration using the Live Call Connect feature
• 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 drives, and network servers, with optional transcoding
• Supported Media File Formats: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM (Video), PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP (Image), AIFF, MP3, WAV (Audio)
• Monitoring: Support for up to 4 multiviewer displays with configurable workspaces and viewports / 4 outputs via DisplayPort connection
• Signal Monitoring: Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full frame rate with digital calibration, color preview, and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
• Processing: YCbCr + Alpha color space, using 4:2:2:4 (Video), Floating Point, 96 kHz (Audio)
• Processing Latency: ~1.0 - 1.5 frames
• Practical Throughput Latency: 4 frames
• Tally: Network tally via NDI
• GPI: Supports GPI signals via the JLCooper Electronics eBox GPI interface
• MIDI: Support for standard MIDI protocol to control third-party devices
• System Drive: 500 GB SSD
• NIC: 1x 10 GbE, 1x 1 Gigabit NIC
• Graphics Editor: Timeline-based animations, text crawlers, asset library, custom fonts, 140 ready-to-use free graphics
• Data Integrations: Google Sheets data provider, RSS / Atom data provider, JSON REST connector, JSON WebSocket connector, Data Bridge
• Other: 4 users, 5 GB asset library, 1 output, 1 team, security – MFA, control API, one year of 24/7 live chat and knowledge base support, viewer engagement - X (Twitter) & Instagram search

General Product Information:

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 44.5 x 38.6 x 16.89 cm
• Weight: 12.6 kg

Scope of Delivery:

• 1x Vizrt TriCaster Vizion Tower with 8 SDI I/O, including Software
• 1x 1125 W power supply