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Safe Harbor Computers Now Providing Customers with Live Chat Shopping Experience


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Posted by Marc Leitner
January 12, 2012

Milwaukee, WI – January 12, 2012 – Safe Harbor Computers, a leading supplier to video editors, 3D animators and post production professionals, has announced that they are now providing live chat support to customers around the world. Building on the highly-rated customer service that they’re known for, the new live chat feature is another simple and user-friendly option now available to customers throughout their shopping experience.

The new feature integrated into Safe Harbor’s website allows post production professionals to connect one-on-one with experienced staff, both pre- and post-sale, during standard business hours. "In addition to email, phone and various social networking sites, the live chat feature is just one more way that customers can connect with us and discover the best solution for their needs," says Jeff Pulera, NLE specialist at Safe Harbor.

The live chat addition is the first in a series of updates to Safe Harbor’s online experience. "With a number of updates planned throughout the year, we will soon be able to provide our customers with a completely seamless shopping experience, from general research on gear and software, to pre-sales questions, purchasing and post-sales support, all entirely possible without ever leaving our site," states Marc Leitner, Marketing Coordinator.

Safe Harbor’s live chat is currently online at www.sharbor.com and is accessible via the "Chat online" icon in the upper right-hand corner of any page.

About Safe Harbor Computers

Celebrating 25 years of business, Safe Harbor has become one of the most trusted resellers in the multimedia industry. Founded in 1987 as a Commodore Amiga reseller, Safe Harbor helped to advance the video production industry by providing quality products and outstanding customer service to a wide range of creative artists. With a clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate website, Safe Harbor has built a reliable reputation as an industry leader. Look to Safe Harbor for quality editing and animation software and hardware, as well as for a professional and personable experience.

For more information, please visit:

www.sharbor.com
www.twitter.com/SafeHarborComp
www.facebook.com/SafeHarborComputers
www.youtube.com/SafeHarborComputers


Black Friday and Cyber Monday Deals at Safe Harbor Computers


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Posted by Marc Leitner
November 23, 2011

It's that time of year again! The time when we offer our biggest sales ever... The time when you save hundreds of dollars on the software and gear you need... and more importantly, the time when we get to extend our thanks to you, our loyal customers.

For one week only, we're offering HUGE savings on our workstations, as well as a number of popular hardware and software solutions. These specials, bundles and freebies are WHILE SUPPLIES LAST and won't last long.

In addition to these special markdowns, order by 11/29 and get a FREE USB flexible keyboard! Just shoot us a quick note on Facebook, Twitter or Google+ requesting one! These virtually indestructable water/dust-proof silicone keyboards are a portable and convenient solution for when you're out in the field or limited only to your smartphone.

Check out all of our Black Friday and Cyber Monday specials or feel free to give us a call at (800) 544-6599.


Safe Harbor Computers to Exhibit at 2011 IVA Filmmakers Expo


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Posted by Marc Leitner
June 7, 2011

Waukesha, WI – June 7, 2011 – Safe Harbor Computers, a leading supplier to video and 3D animation professionals, today announced that they will be exhibiting at the 5th annual Illinois Videographers Association Midwest Expo, June 28, 2011. Demonstrating unique features of the Atomos Ninja, alongside the power of Safe Harbor’s custom-built Tsunami and Mac Pro workstations, attendees will experience hands-on benefits of the latest hardware and software.

The Atomos Ninja, a rugged and portable 10-bit field recorder for video cameras and DSLRs with HDMI, will be mounted to a Sony video camera for demonstration purposes. The battery-powered unit takes the live uncompressed HDMI feed from a camcorder and saves it to a 2.5" hard drive in the 10-bit ProRes format with 4:2:2 quality, bypassing the compression cameras use when saving HD video to tape or memory card. The captured ProRes files can then be immediately edited in Final Cut Pro without Log and Transfer or any type of transcoding needed. The ProRes clips will also play in Premiere Pro CS5.5 for PC users. Functionality will be demonstrated on both platforms.

Also featured will be Safe Harbor’s custom built Tsunami workstations powered by Adobe Production Premium CS5.5 and NVIDIA Quadro by PNY. The Mercury Playback Engine at the heart of Adobe Premiere Pro CS5.5 is NVIDIA GPU-accelerated, 64-bit native, architected for the future—enabling users to work more fluidly on projects in SD, HD, 2K, 4K, and beyond. Safe Harbor staff and experienced video editor Jeff Pulera will be available for questions as he demonstrates this powerful setup with the Atomos Ninja. An Apple Mac Pro workstation will also be on display with unique configurations tailored to specific editing needs.

Literature, raffle prizes, exclusive show specials and coupons will be available to all attendees at the Safe Harbor booth. Jeff will also be discussing the various performance levels of Tsunami and how Safe Harbor can work with customers to meet specific needs and budgets. Show attendees will be able to visit the booth, talk with video professionals, and learn how the Atomos Ninja, with an optimized workstation from Safe Harbor, helps to maximize production workflows.

This year's IVA Expo features:

  • World-class filmmakers
  • 6 incredible presentations
  • Hands-on trade show
  • Live camera/production workshop featuring a live mock wedding
  • Safe Harbor demonstrations
  • Exclusive show specials
  • Much, much more!

More information and registration is available at http://www.ivaexpo.com/.
For an in-depth review of the Atomos Ninja, please visit http://www.sharbor.com/products-xtra/2054.html.
For more information about custom Tsunami and Mac Pro workstations, please visit http://www.sharbor.com/build-yours/.

About Safe Harbor

Celebrating 24 years of business, Safe Harbor has become one of the most trusted resellers in the multimedia industry, providing quality products and outstanding customer service to a wide range of creative artists. With a clean, intuitive, and easy to navigate website, Safe Harbor has built a reliable reputation as an industry leader. Look to Safe Harbor for quality editing and animation software and hardware, as well as for a professional and personable experience.

Safe Harbor's Ready-To-Edit Tsunami Workstations are extremely high-quality, highly reliable systems backed by renowned customer service. All components are brand-name, non-OEM products and carry full manufacturer warranties - proprietary drivers or technology are never used. System boards are certified compatible by capture card manufacturers. Each system must pass rigorous testing procedures and a full burn-in period before it is shipped.

For more information, visit:

http://www.sharbor.com
http://www.facebook.com/SafeHarborComputers
http://www.twitter.com/SafeHarborComp
http://www.youtube.com/SafeHarborComputers

About Illinois Videographers Association

Established in 1996, the Illinois Videographers Association is a non-profit organization dedicated to the continuing education of all videographers from professional to amateur. Monthly meetings on various videography topics and trends are held at The Double-Tree Suites in Wood Dale, IL.


NewTek TriCasts™ America: Varsity Tour


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Posted by Safe Harbor Staff
September 28, 2010

NewTek is coming to a city near you in what could be the world’s smallest, high definition, live television production vehicle. Its mission: to bring the power of portable live production and streaming across the country. We’ve taken the capabilities of a live, high definition television studio and packed it into a MINI Cooper®, then hit the road.

Check out the NewTek MINI® HD studio-on-wheels in person. Register today for live demonstrations and a chance to win a NewTek TriCaster™ TCXD850 and LiveText™ 2 – valued at over $25,000, PLUS one year of FREE streaming support from Influxis.

This miniature HD studio-on-wheels powered by NewTek TriCaster™ includes:

  • HD multi-camera switcher
  • HD network-style virtual sets
  • HD slow motion replay system
  • HD titling station
  • HD three camera ISO recorder
  • HD video editing
  • HD 3D motion graphics system
  • Audio mixer
  • And much more

Click here to find a date and city near you, as well as additional details.


Blackmagic Design Announces Universal Videohub


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Posted by Marc Leitner
September 10, 2010

IBC 2010, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 10, 2010 - Blackmagic Design today announced Universal Videohub, two new card based SDI routers that allow customers to build their own router by adding interface cards for custom designed routers up to a massive 288 x 288 size. Universal Videohub also features redundant cross point and power cards for a truly reliable design suitable for the most mission critical 24/7 broadcast environments.

Universal Videohub will be demonstrated on the Blackmagic Design IBC 2010 booth #7.B25.

Universal Videohub comes in two models, letting the customer choose the rack frame chassis size they need to then plug in as many SDI interface cards as needed. Each BNC or optical fiber SDI interface card supports 4 inputs, 4 outputs and 4 deck control connections. That means the Universal Videohub 288 model supports up to 72 plug in SDI cards for up to 288 x 288 SDI routing. The Universal Videohub 72 model supports 18 plug in SDI cards for up to 72 x 72 SDI routing. Interface cards can be BNC SDI or optical fiber SDI, and the customers can mix and match between types in any order.

Ideal for the world’s leading broadcasters and post production facilities, Universal Videohub includes the latest technologies, such as 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching between SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats, RS-422 deck control ports for each crosspoint, full SDI re-clocking, multiple simultaneous video format support, ethernet and serial router crosspoint control, optional BNC SDI and optical fiber SDI interface cards, redundant crosspoint cards and redundant power supplies. No other router offers such leading edge technology and at such an affordable price.

Universal Videohub ships to customers without any plug in cards, so the customer is free to build their router any way they like! For example, customers can plug in either BNC SDI cards or optical fiber SDI cards in any combination depending on the equipment they have. This makes it easy to partially load SDI interface cards, to start at an affordable size, and then add more SDI interface cards over time to grow to a massive 288 x 288 size! To make scalability even easier, the 72 x 72 cross point card and power supply cards from the Universal Videohub 72 can be plugged into the Universal Videohub 288. Only Universal Videohub lets users upgrade to a larger rack frame and keep their entire investment in interface cards and power supplies.

One of the biggest benefits to Universal Videohub’s card based design, is true 24/7 reliability. Universal Videohub has no electronic components on the motherboard and all electronics can be hot swapped for replacements in case of failure, or when upgrading. Universal Videohub 288 even includes an extra slot for a redundant cross point and power supply. In case of failure, the cross point will instantly change over allowing continuous operation.

Universal Videohub 288 also offers true multiple fault redundancy, where different faults in both crosspoint cards can be handled. In the rare event of multiple faults occurring in both cross point cards, Universal Videohub 288 automatically detects and combines the still functioning parts of both cross point cards together to keep the router running. That’s true multiple fault tolerance, unique to Universal Videohub, and eliminates any situation where a faulty crosspoint can go unnoticed and then be unavailable if the main crosspoint fails.

Universal Videohub is sold in two models of unpopulated rack frames. The customer simply adds the SDI interface cards, power supplies and crosspoint cards as needed. This provides true scaleability allowing lower entry cost, or when used in broadcast environments where full redundancy is required, the Universal Videohub 288 model supports adding duplicate crosspoint and power supply cards. Universal Videohub 72 does not support redundant crosspoint cards, however it does support redundant power supplies when the 300 watt power supply card is used.

With Universal Videohub, large routers can be built at an affordable cost. For example, a 288 x 288 BNC SDI router without redundancy would use 1 x Universal Videohub 288 rack frame (US$8,345), 72 x BNC SDI interface cards (US$385 each), a single 288 x 288 crosspoint card (US$19,995) and a 300 watt power supply card (US$295) for a total cost of US$56,355. This is about US$200,000 less than a competitive router with the same size and technology and is a dramatic saving for customers. Prices can start even lower if a full 288 x 288 size router is not required, dramatically lowering startup costs. Customers can then choose optical fiber SDI interfaces and redundant crosspoint and power supplies if required.

"Ever since we designed our original Videohub routers, broadcasters have asked us for a card based model that gives them the flexibility to add optical fiber or BNC SDI connections on the same router, plus full redundancy and hot swappable cards. We listened and designed Universal Videohub to be the perfect solution for broadcasters who need 24/7 reliability, as well as the freedom to build a router customized for their specific needs.", said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design, "This is such an exciting router because customers can start small so it’s affordable, and then just keep adding cards as they grow to build a massive 288 x 288 size router! That’s the perfect combination of affordability, reliability and size all, in the one model!"

Universal Videohub, like all Blackmagic Design Videohub routers, allows for the widest range of control options. These include the free Videohub software control panels for easy to use icon-based push button control from any computer. Software control is ideal for video editors and designers who are already working on computers and prefer control from their desktop. Videohub routers also support the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panels, for routing with a push of a button. Videohub Smart Control is an attractive looking 40 button control panel in a 1 rack unit size that can be installed under each monitor or deck for fast to use input routing.

Universal Videohub Key Features

  • Up to 288 SDI inputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • Up to 288 SDI outputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • Up to 288 RS-422 deck control ports, requires optional control cable.
  • Ethernet network connection on each crosspoint card for crosspoint control.
  • Serial port in each crosspoint for crosspoint control.
  • Supports standard protocols.
  • 12 volt 800 Watt and 300 Watt power supply cards available.
  • BNC SDI interface and optical fiber SDI interface cards available.
  • Optical Fiber SDI interface cards allow direct fiber optic routing without converters.
  • Supports plugging in 2 crosspoint cards for redundancy on Universal Videohub 288 model.
  • Supports plugging in 2 power supply cards for redundancy on Universal Videohub 288 model.
  • Reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync.
  • All SDI outputs include full SDI re-clocking.
  • Allows simultaneous SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats on the router at the same time.
  • Includes free software control panels for Mac and Windows.
  • Includes software developer kit (SDK) for developers who need custom control solutions.
  • Fully compatible with Videohub Smart Control 40 button hardware control panel.

Availability and Price

Universal Videohub will be available in November from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide.

Press Photography

Product photos of the Universal Videohub, and all other Blackmagic Design products, are available at www.blackmagic-design.com/press/images.

About Blackmagic Design

Blackmagic Design creates the world’s highest quality video editing products, color correctors, video converters, routers, waveform monitors and film restoration software for the feature film, post-production and television broadcast industries. Blackmagic Design’s DeckLink capture cards launched a revolution in the television industry, while the company’s DaVinci Emmy™ award winning color correction products have dominated the television and film industry since 1984 and continue ground breaking innovations including stereoscopic 3D and 4K workflows. Founded by world leading post production editors and engineers, Blackmagic Design has offices in the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more information, please check www.blackmagic-design.com.


Blackmagic Design Announces Compact Videohub


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Posted by Marc Leitner
September 10, 2010

IBC 2010, Amsterdam, The Netherlands - September 10, 2010 - Blackmagic Design today announced Compact Videohub, the world’s smallest 40 x 40 SDI router that fits into an incredibly tiny 2 rack units of space! Compact Videohub features 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats, full SDI re-clocking, USB, redundant power inputs, ethernet and serial router control for only $4995.

Compact Videohub will be demonstrated on the Blackmagic Design IBC 2010 booth #7.B25.

Compact Videohub is only 2 rack units size and less than an inch deep. It includes advanced features such as 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI, as well as full SDI re-clocking at an affordable price. Compact Videohub is perfect for customers who need an incredibly tiny router that also meets tough broadcast technical requirements for performance as well as reliability.

Compact Videohub includes more control interfaces such as easy to use USB, as well as direct ethernet and RS-422 serial interfaces. Direct ethernet router control allows direct connection to a computer network for control. Ethernet control is fully compatible with Blackmagic Design‘s wide range of software control panels and the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panel.

Compact Videohub, like all Blackmagic Design Videohub routers, allows for a range of flexible control options. These include the free Videohub software control panels for easy to use icon-based push button control from any computer. Software control is ideal for video editors and designers who are already working on computers and prefer control from their desktop. Videohub routers also support the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panels, for routing with a push of a button. Videohub Smart Control can be installed under each monitor or deck, so routing is incredibly fast.

Compact Videohub also includes a standard serial router control port, that lets system integrators interface to computers for automated routing control systems and integration into broadcast play out servers. The serial router control port uses industry standard protocols for easy use. Developers can use Blackmagic Design’s Videohub SDK for Windows and Mac for full control of router crosspoint switching via the USB and ethernet interfaces.

"Now we have a professional router that’s small, but with a 40 x 40 matrix size that’s large enough for post production facilities and broadcast trucks!", said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design, "I think Compact Videohub is going to help more people than ever to get the advantages of a professional SDI routing switcher in their facility!"

Compact Videohub is perfect for customers who have a tight budget, or need to fit routing into an incredibly small space.

Compact Videohub Key Features

  • 40 SDI inputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • 40 SDI outputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • USB connection for computer control.
  • Ethernet direct network connection for control.
  • Serial port for router control.
  • 12 volt universal power supply included.
  • Main and Redundant power connections for on-air 24/7 reliability.
  • Reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync.
  • Includes full SDI re-clocking.
  • Allows simultaneous SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats on the router at the same time.
  • Includes free software control panels for Mac and Windows.
  • Fully compatible with Videohub Smart Control.

Availability and Price

Compact Videohub will be available in late September for US$4,995 from Blackmagic Design resellers worldwide.

Press Photography

Product photos of the Compact Videohub, and all other Blackmagic Design products, are available at www.blackmagic-design.com/press/resources/images.

About Blackmagic Design

Blackmagic Design creates the world’s highest quality video editing products, color correctors, video converters, routers, waveform monitors and film restoration software for the feature film, post-production and television broadcast industries. Blackmagic Design’s DeckLink capture cards launched a revolution in the television industry, while the company’s DaVinci Emmy™ award winning color correction products have dominated the television and film industry since 1984 and continue ground breaking innovations including stereoscopic 3D and 4K workflows. Founded by world leading post production editors and engineers, Blackmagic Design has offices in the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more information, please check www.blackmagic-design.com.


Smart Videohub Now Shipping


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Posted by Marc Leitner
July 14, 2010

(Milpitas, California) Blackmagic Design today announced Smart Videohub, a new professional 16 x 16 routing switcher that’s been designed to be incredibly easy to use so creative staff such as editors, designers and digital artists can install and use without requiring any technical knowledge, is now shipping.

Smart Videohub retails for an affordable $2,495, making it an ideal first router for small facilities.

Smart Videohub is a professional 1 rack unit routing switcher with advanced features such as 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI, as well as full SDI re-clocking. Smart Videohub includes attractive crystal look buttons on the front, with 16 buttons for destinations and 16 buttons for sources. All the customer needs to do to change routing is press a destination and then select a source. Because the control panel is built into the front panel, Smart Videohub only needs power to work and no other setup is required.

Smart Videohub’s control buttons are designed for high reliability and the front panel can be removed to allow labeling of buttons. All buttons are illuminated by brilliant white LEDs and when used in dark rooms, all buttons can be backlit so button labels can be clearly seen.

Smart Videohub includes control interfaces for USB, direct ethernet and RS-422 serial. Ethernet control allows direct connection to the computer network and is fully compatible with Blackmagic Design’s wide range of software control panels and the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panel. This means customers can simply use the front panel control, but then as they expand, they can add software control to computers on their network, and Videohub Smart Control panels throughout their facility as well.

"Even though we have worked very hard to make routing switchers easy to install yourself, Smart Videohub takes ease of install even further, and could not be simpler to install. Just power and go! It’s fantastic!", said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design. "I think if anyone ever wanted a router but could not afford it, or did not know how to install it, then Smart Videohub will be the perfect solution! It’s easy to use as a simple switch box, but it’s a true professional router inside, plus it looks fantastic too!"

Smart Videohub Key Features

  • 16 SDI inputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • 16 SDI outputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • USB connection for computer control.
  • Ethernet direct network connection for control.
  • Serial port for router control.
  • 12 volt universal power supply included.
  • Reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync.
  • Button caps can be removed for easy labeling.
  • Buttons are illuminated with white LEDs for highest illumination quality.
  • Includes full SDI re-clocking.
  • Allows simultaneous SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats on the router at the same time.
  • Includes free software control panels for Mac and Windows.
  • Compact 1 rack unit size.
  • Fully compatible with Videohub Smart Control.

Availability

Smart Videohub is now available from Safe Harbor here.

About Blackmagic Design

Blackmagic Design creates the world’s highest quality video editing products, color correctors, video converters, routers, waveform monitors and film restoration software for the feature film, post-production and television broadcast industries. Blackmagic Design’s DeckLink capture cards launched a revolution in the television industry, while the company’s DaVinci Emmy™ award winning color correction products have dominated the television and film industry since 1984 and continue ground breaking innovations including stereoscopic 3D and 4K workflows. Founded by world leading post production editors and engineers, Blackmagic Design has offices in the USA, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia. For more information, please check http://www.blackmagic-design.com.


Micro Videohub Now Shipping


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Posted by Marc Leitner
July 12, 2010

Blackmagic Design has announced Micro Videohub, the world's smallest 16 x 16 SDI router with 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats, full SDI re-clocking, USB, ethernet and serial router control, is now shipping.

Micro Videohub is only 1 rack unit and less than an inch deep. It includes advanced features such as 3 Gb/s SDI, auto switching SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI, as well as full SDI re-clocking at an affordable price. Micro Videohub is perfect for customers who need an incredibly tiny router that also meets tough broadcast technical requirements for performance as well as reliability.

Micro Videohub includes more control interfaces such as easy to use USB, as well as direct ethernet and RS-422 serial interfaces. Direct ethernet router control allows direct connection to a computer network for control. Ethernet control is fully compatible with Blackmagic Design's wide range of software control panels and the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panel.

Micro Videohub, like all Blackmagic Design Videohub routers, allows for a range of flexible control options. These include the free Videohub software control panels for easy to use icon-based push button control from any computer. Software control is ideal for video editors and designers who are already working on computers and prefer control from their desktops. Videohub routers also support the new Videohub Smart Control hardware control panels, for routing with a push of a button. Videohub Smart Control can be installed under each monitor or deck, so routing is incredibly fast.

Micro Videohub also includes a standard serial router control port, that lets system integrators interface to computers for automated routing control systems and integration into broadcast play out servers. The serial router control port uses industry standard protocols, so is easy to use. For developers, the USB interface can also be used, combined with Blackmagic Design's Videohub SDK for Windows and Mac, so full control of router crosspoint switching is possible.

"Now we have a professional router that's perfect for small facilities or broadcast trucks!", said Grant Petty, CEO, Blackmagic Design. "No other router is so small and so affordable, so I think Micro Videohub is going to help more people than ever to get the advantages of a professional SDI routing switcher in their facility!"

Micro Videohub is perfect for customers who have a tight budget, or need to fit routing into an incredibly small space.

Micro Videohub Key Features

  • 16 SDI inputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • 16 SDI outputs, supports SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI.
  • USB connection for computer control.
  • Ethernet direct network connection for control.
  • Serial port for router control.
  • 12 volt universal power supply included.
  • Reference input compatible with black burst and tri-sync.
  • Includes full SDI re-clocking.
  • Allows simultaneous SD, HD and 3 Gb/s SDI formats on the router at the same time.
  • Includes free software control panels for Mac and Windows.
  • Fully compatible with Videohub Smart Control.

Availability and Price

Micro Videohub is now shipping for US $1,895.25 and is available here.


WNBA and NBA Choose NewTek TriCaster to Produce/Stream Full Season of Live Games


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Posted by Marc Leitner
May 4, 2010

SAN ANTONIO – May 04, 2010 – NewTek, manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced that the WNBA and NBA Development League (NBA D-League) - the National Basketball Association's official minor league - will use newly launched NewTek TriCaster™ TCXD850 high definition/standard definition (HD/SD) portable live production system, to produce and deliver a full season of live games, online in HD for the first time, on WNBA.com and NBA.com/dleague. TriCaster TCXD850, which NewTek unveiled and received multiple coveted awards at the 2010 National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, is the latest addition to the TriCaster line of products.

"TriCaster has provided us with a cost-efficient tool to produce and deliver NBA D-League and WNBA games to multiple distribution platforms," said NBA Executive Vice President of Operations and Technology, Steve Hellmuth. "The architectural advances in the new TriCaster TCXD850 will allow us to facilitate expansion as our needs dictate."

NewTek TriCaster has been used to produce and live stream events from the 2010 NBA All-Star Jam Session Sprite Slam Dunk Showdown in Dallas, as well as full seasons of NBA D-League games, since 2008. The NBA also used the award-winning NewTek 3PLAY™ HD/SD slow motion replay system, during 2009 NBA D-League All-Star practice events in Phoenix.

"The NBA Development League's Futurecast webcasts represented the first time that an entire professional sports league made their full season available online, for free," said NewTek Senior Vice President of Strategic Development, Philip Nelson. "With the success of Futurecast, we are excited to expand our relationship to the WNBA and help bring their games in HD to a larger audience, both on the Web and on broadcast television."

From May 11-June 9, NewTek brings portable live production to schools on its TriCasts™ America: Varsity Tour, to host free, live demonstrations of TriCaster TCXD850 and 3PLAY, a multi-channel HD/SD slow motion replay system. Interested attendees can sign up at www.varsitytour.com to be one of the first to see the benefits of this appliance that is like having a giant live HDTV truck that fits in a backpack. The tour, featuring what could be the world's smallest, HD live television production vehicle, will launch in New York City making stops in Syracuse, NY, Boston, Hartford, CT, Raleigh, NC and Charlotte, NC.

The latest addition to the TriCaster line of portable live production systems, TriCaster TCXD850 is a 22-channel HD/SD live production switcher in a rack mount form factor, with redundant power supply and removable storage; eight external sources, eight virtual/mix channels; live HD virtual sets and advanced matte generation; overlay with rotation, positioning and scaling in 3D plus animated effects; HD live streaming; increased media player capabilities; and multi-view monitoring of all inputs and outputs.

With TriCaster, anyone can simultaneously produce, live stream, broadcast, project and record HD and SD network-style productions. A single operator or small team can switch between multiple cameras, virtual inputs, and live virtual sets, while inserting clips, titles, and motion graphics with multi-channel effects. In addition to the WNBA and NBA Development League, TriCaster is used by sports organizations, schools, broadcasters, houses of worship, government agencies, and others, to provide a new level of extended programming and content to their audiences.

Now preparing for its 14th season, the WNBA is the most successful women's professional team sports league in the world. At the conclusion of the last NBA season, 20 percent of NBA players had NBA D-League experience. For more information, visit www.wnba.com and www.nba.com/dleague.

Pricing and Availability

The TriCaster family of products in NTSC is available in North America starting at US$4,995, and multi-standard internationally starting at US$5,995. Educational pricing is also available.

TriCaster Upgrade Guarantee

Buy any TriCaster portable live production system, now through June 30, 2010, and trade it in for the full purchase price towards TriCaster TCXD850.

About NewTek

Benefiting producers and artists with cost-effective and groundbreaking technologies, NewTek is a leader in portable live production, video editing, 3D animation and special effects tools, including the TriCaster™ product line, 3PLAY™ and LightWave 3D®. NewTek has won numerous industry accolades, including two Emmy® Awards.

Clients include: NBA Development League, New York Giants, NHL, ESPN X Games, MTV Music Group, Fox Sports, CBS Radio, ESPN Radio, Fox News, BBC, Nickelodeon, "Furious World," The Steve Harvey Morning Show, USA TODAY, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). NewTek products have been used in blockbuster films and television shows, including "Avatar," "Repo Men," "Angels and Demons," "Battle for Terra," "The Dark Knight," "Iron Man," "Tropic Thunder," "V," "FlashForward," "Lost," "Fringe" and more.

NewTek is privately owned and based in San Antonio, Texas. For more information, please visit: www.newtek.com.


TriCaster to Live Stream "The State of NOW" from the 140 Characters Conference


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Posted by Marc Leitner
April 20, 2010

SAN ANTONIO – April 19, 2010 – NewTek, manufacturer of industry-leading video and 3D animation products, today announced that the NewTek TriCaster™ portable live production system will be used to produce and live stream the 140 Characters Conference - #140Conf, allowing millions of people worldwide to gain access to the conference events. The 140 Characters Conference: New York City, will take place April 20-21, 2010, at the 92nd Street Y. Using three cameras and a TriCaster TCXD300, event organizers will be able to deliver a network-style production of 10 minute presentations and 20 minute panel discussions which may be viewed at http://www.ustream.tv/nyc140conf. The viewing schedule is available at http://nyc2010.140conf.com/schedule.

"The 140 Characters Conference is all about the real-time Internet and the effect it will have on business in 2010 and beyond," said Jeff Pulver, founder, 140 Characters Conference. "We’re excited to have NewTek and its remarkable TriCaster to live stream the event. NewTek itself has made a great impact on the immediacy of the Internet allowing producers the ease of live streaming productions with its studio in a box."

According to Pulver, attendees at #140confNYC will be taking a hard look at something he calls "The State of NOW" and the continued effects the worldwide adoption of social communication platforms such as Twitter are having on a number of industries including: celebrity, media, advertising, politics, education, music, television, comedy, real estate, public policy and more.

"We are honored to be the live production and streaming tool for the 140 Characters Conference: New York City," said Philip Nelson, senior vice president, strategic development, NewTek. "The TriCaster will add high-end network-quality production value to the conference webcast ensuring that people can clearly view the conference events as they unfold."

With TriCaster, anyone can simultaneously produce, live stream, broadcast and project HD and SD network-style productions. A single operator or small team can create sophisticated productions, switching between multiple cameras, virtual inputs and live virtual sets, while inserting clips, titles and motion graphics with multi-channel effects. In addition to the 140 Characters Conference: New York City, TriCaster is used by broadcasters, sports organizations, schools, houses of worship, government agencies and others, to provide a new level of extended programming and content to their audiences.

About NewTek

Benefiting producers and artists with cost-effective and groundbreaking technologies, NewTek is a leader in portable live production, video editing, 3D animation and special effects tools, including the TriCaster™ product line, 3PLAY™ and LightWave 3D®. NewTek has won numerous industry accolades, including two Emmy® Awards. Clients include: The Steve Harvey Morning Show, CBS Radio, ESPN Radio, MTV Music Group, NBA Development League, New York Giants, "Furious World," Fox News, BBC, NHL, Nickelodeon, ESPN X Games, Fox Sports, USA TODAY, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). NewTek products have been used in blockbuster films and television shows, including "Avatar," "Repo Men," "Angels and Demons," "Battle for Terra," "The Dark Knight," "Iron Man," "Tropic Thunder," "V," "FlashForward," "Lost," "Fringe" and more.

NewTek is privately owned and based in San Antonio, Texas. For more information, please visit: www.newtek.com.

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