Live Sports 855 Solution (TriCaster 855 and 3Play 425)

Manufacturer Part Number: FG-000134-R001

3Play™ 425 is the perfect fit for your live sports production. The final piece to the puzzle. You can easily dedicate one playout channel for instant replay and build a playlist of highlights for the other. In HD or SD. Get soundtracks. Transitions. On-the-fly highlights. In a sleek, 2U rack mount system for peak performance at home, or on the road.

DESCRIPTION
Four-in. Two-out.

With four inputs and a 2U rack mount form factor, 3Play™ 425 levels the playing field for major and mid-size sports leagues, everywhere. Use it as a standalone slow motion replay system, or pair it with TriCaster™ for an ultimate solution in mobile production. The unique, over-the network integration with TriCaster makes slow motion replay and switching live events incredibly seamless. Deliver on-the-fly highlights with professional quality, flexible audio and maximum control.  As always, set up is easy—racked or mobile.

Comes with its own convenient control surface, too. For a hands-on connection to each and every play.

3Play 425 provides these benefits:

• Record up to four live cameras at the same time
• Play out from two fully independent channels simultaneously
• Switch camera angles during live playback
• Route audio independently to hear broadcast audio or natural sound
• Deliver smooth slo-mo playback with ghost-free frames
• Have multiple playlists with transitions, sound tracks, and more
• Team with TriCaster™ over the network to maximize resources
• Import and export a wide variety of popular media file types
• Get full support for a vast range of video formats and frame rates
• Use a second display as a multi-view monitor, including HUD
• Get LTC support for synchronized live action capture to edit in post
• Feel confident with "always on-air," multi-tiered fail-safe system
• Have a space-saving, 2U rack mount system
• Get a hands-on connection with a premium hardware control surface

Intuitive interface.

The 3Play™ 425 interface is designed to put you, the operator, in control of every source and function within your replay system. Fans count on you to deliver the moment of truth. The reality of the game is in your hands. With features that you can configure to suit your needs, you have the ability to stay true to each and every play. Clips list. Playlist. And pop-up Dashboard. All at your fingertips.

1) REPLAY INTERFACE is the control center for your 3Play 425 production. Connect up to four HD or SD cameras, audio sources, and the included control surface to manage recording, playback, clip marking, playlist creation, and more.

2) LIVE DESKTOP MONITORS let you view the action from every angle, with interactive, full field rate displays. Integrated multi-view monitoring allows you to select from additional monitor layouts and send all on-screen monitors to a second display to enlarge your workspace.

3) OUTPUT MONITORS show the output being sent through the two simultaneous, independent playout channels. Camera angles can even be switched during live playback. Full field rate displays include the option to show or hide HUD (Heads-Up Display) information.

4) ONE-BUTTON RECORDING simultaneously captures video from your choice of up to four cameras. 3Play 425 also supports automatic recording (activated by performing select operations).

5) CLIPS LIST provides quick and easy access to all available clips (or events) for immediate playback. Clip notes can be entered for each camera view of an event, allowing you to find and replay the right highlight from the best angle – instantly.

6) PLAY LIST lets you create highlight reels or compile clips for sequenced playback. The play list includes independent speed controls for each clip (for real-time, slo-mo or high-speed playback) and provides options for background music tracks and transitions.

7) INTERACTIVE DASHBOARD lets you view active settings on the control surface or manage 3Play 425 operations using on-screen controls, including playback speed presets, output mode, mark in, mark out, and transport.

Solutions.

• Broadcast. The demand for HD slow motion instant replay is real and necessary in the world of professional sports and live events. You’ve got to capture and replay – quickly and easily. 3Play™ helps you deliver what others may miss. The low price point of 3Play makes multi-channel, multi-def replay available to a much broader base of sports broadcasters and live remote producers. Major players like MLB All-Star International Broadcast, NBA D-League and NBA Summer League, consider 3Play to be the replay tool of choice. Whether the sport is basketball, football, soccer, track or golf – confirmed results rely heavily on your ability to provide fast and efficient replay.
• Sports and Education. When budgets are tight, students, parents and fans still expect a network-quality production of their favorite events—highlights and all. 3Play is the affordable and easy-to-operate, multi-channel slow motion instant replay system designed to enhance productionat any venue. Whether the event is graduation, prom, morning newscast, homecoming game or a play-off–meet your viewers expectations when you replay with 3Play. 3Play makes it possible for schools and local sports leagues and organizations to own their own high-end, professional replay system, so those memorable occasions can be viewed, again and again.
• Venues. We specialize in the world of live event capture, streaming and mixing. And 3Play™ is the standard replay tool of choice for many of the live event venues that require a fast, efficient and affordable replay system. 3Play provides exactly what you require, without a long laundry list of crew and equipment needs. Whether your event is a convention, sports competition, concert or other live action affair, your viewers will be consistently amazed at what you pull off. High quality. Professional replay. Win-win. 3Play makes it possible for venues of any size to own their own high-end, professional replay system, so those memorable moments can be viewed, again and again.

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Control Surfaces.

3Play 820, 3Play 425 and 3Play 330 replay systems each come with their own individual control surfaces. Convenient, huh? Keep your eyes on the action. No second chances, my friend. It's all up to you ... and 3Play. 

Get easy access to the controls with a premium T-bar for smooth transitions. Speed presets. Stop and Play transport functions, and a jog wheel for quick access to frames. Plus, much more. You now have a hands-on connection to each and every play. And replay. Yay.
 

SPECIFICATIONS

• Dimensions 
  • 19 x 3.5 x 21.5 (in)
  • 48.3 x 8.9 x 54.6 (cm)
• Weight 
  • 25 lbs (11.4 kg)
• Video Inputs 
  • 4 simultaneous inputs
  • Any combination of:
    • HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Composite, or Y/C (BNC)
• Video Outputs 
  • 2 fully independent, simultaneous playout channels
  • HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Composite, or Y/C (BNC)
  • HDMI output
  • Dedicated HDMI multi-view output
  • Network output for over-the-network input to TriCaster
• Video Formats 
  • NTSC: 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i
  • Multi-Standard: NTSC-J; PAL 1080/25p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 720/25p, 576/25i
  • Supports 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios
• Audio Inputs 
  • 4 SDI Embedded
  • 3 x 2 Balanced 1/4in (Mic/Line)
  • 1 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line)
• Audio Outputs 
  • 2 SDI Embedded
  • 1 x 2 Balanced XLR
  • 1 x 2 Balanced 1/4in
• Audio Processing 
  • Audio is uncompressed and sampled at 96kHz, 32-bit
• Recording Capacity 
  • More than 30 hours of combined 1080i storage across internal drive and removable drive (15+ hours per drive)
  • MPEG-2 all I-frame
• Genlock 
  • Locks to HD or SD analog signals
  • Supports either tri-level or bi-level sync sources
• A/V Standards 
  • HD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 292M
  • SD video conforms to SMPTE 259M and ITU-R BT.656
  • Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155

Market leaders know that growing and retaining viewer mindshare in an increasingly online world—plus, maximizing ad revenue, sponsorships, subscriptions, and other opportunities depends on delivering quality programming precisely where viewers watch. Live or on-demand. Onsite, at home, on the Web, or via mobile.

DESCRIPTION
Right out of the box, TriCaster 855 is a complete, integrated solution for pros delivering big, live productions in native, full-resolution HD. With a fully loaded, 24-channel switcher, whopping eight-source ISO recording and the world’s most powerful integrated effects system (can you say 3D?), plus additional video, graphics, animations, and virtual sets, TriCaster 855 makes productions shine and meets today’s demands to produce and deliver the best for your viewers in a highly competitive marketplace.

• Volumes of customizable signature looks make each program distinct
• Impressive effects with real-time cloth dynamics, warping video, overlays and sound
• Higher-capacity media storage accommodates a high volume of project work
• The flexibility to go from show, to show, to show, adding new camera angles along the way—up to eight, for the most sophisticated programs
• Built-in live streaming at the push of a button
• Stream, broadcast, project and record—all at the same time—so you can meet viewers wherever they watch, now or later

FEATURES

24-Channel, Multi-Camera Production.
With the 24 channel, multi-camera TriCaster 855, you can have up to 8 cameras, plus 5 digital media players for video clips, graphics and titles, and 2 network channels for sharing computer screens and displays from wireless iOS devices. 8 M/E-style virtual inputs let you stage live virtual sets, and create custom picture effects and presets, when you need to give your big show even bigger impact.

Facility-Class.
TriCaster 855 glides smoothly into your control room or live truck rack—ready to rock. With redundant power supply and multi-tiered fail-safe, you have industrial-strength performance and the ability to adapt to every situation. Industry-standard SDI, more-extensive format compatibility than ever, and a long list of file types allow the TriCaster 855 to ease into your workflow and handle your most challenging needs.

Multi-Track Iso-Recording.
IsoCorder™ multi-track video recording technology combines the capabilities of literally racks of video capture equipment. This innovative technology saves loads of space, enhancing your studio with a powerful, built-in, real-time ISO recording system of all 8 camera inputs, simultaneously—right inside the user interface. Record your entire show, select camera footage, and more, at full resolution to meet your most challenging post-production demands.

Electrifying Visual Effects.
Customizing your signature look—even for multiple shows—requires a style that makes an impression on your audience. TriCaster 855 hosts the most powerful integrated effects engine in live production. Choose from full-color, animated transitions with alpha channel and embedded audio; deliver a cohesive presentation with imaginative, branded elements, like real-time cloth dynamics, 3D video warping and transformations with TransWarp effects and motion overlays. And, create your own custom effects using the included Animation Store Creator application.

One-Size-Fits-All File Compatibility.
TriCaster 855 lets you usher media assets from pre-production, to live (or from post to distribution), in no time. With QuickTime® encoded files embedded with timecode and 4 audio tracks, you have the comfort of a high-quality, universal file format that floats effortlessly between TriCaster, Mac® and Windows® platforms, and all common editing and post-production software. Plus, codecs for Mac and PC let you equip your entire facility to encode media assets for optimized, real-time playback.

High Capacity.
Enjoy the capacity for hundreds of hours of recorded media. 5 integrated digital media players are on-hand to augment your production, on top of 10 live and 8 virtual sources. Need more? Swap out media drives for more capacity. Use the session library to save settings and assets for each production. Shift from show to show—without missing a beat.

Future Proof.
Be prepared, no matter what. Go ahead and change the formats you produce in; TriCaster will be a step ahead with native resolution support from SD, to 1080p HD. You’ll never have to transcode or turn down content from different formats, resolutions, and file types—mix any of them natively for input, output or playback. And with instant access to free software updates, you can always count on having the latest features and constant innovation.

Record Live Streaming Video, Simultaneously.
You can, when both Web streaming and program recording are built right into your production operation. Maximize online views with support for multi-bitrate streaming profiles, and even access online CDN accounts and view streams in real-time with a built-in Web browser. Without missing a beat, record the entire program in the background for uploading, later viewing, archiving, or saving to disk.

Stunning Studio Sets and Backgrounds.
Wow your audience, while raising eyebrows and the profile of your show. With built-in virtual sets, and support for standalone Virtual Set Editor 2.0, you can have a network-style studio environment without the high cost or heavy construction. Broadcast live from a multi-angle virtual set that sports your company logo, with key elements you can edit. Complement your presentation with double-box effects, featuring your own video and graphics.

INTERFACE

1. Live Desktop Monitors
   Select from a variety of layouts for previewing production sources. Full field rate displays include audio VU meter overlays and alpha channel transparency checkerboard.
2. Network Sources
   Share computer screens or displays from wireless Apple® AirPlay&re; devices, like iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod®, connected to the same local network. TriCaster 855 also accepts network output signals from NewTek 3Play™ systems and TriCaster 8000 systems.
3. Look-Ahead Preview Monitor
   Setup and preview your next shot before it goes live, including any titles and overlays to be applied.
4. Program Monitor
   View the primary video output being broadcast, streamed, projected and/or recorded.
5. Recording
   Capture video from up to eight individual sources simultaneously with integrated IsoCorder™ multi-track, multi-format recording technology. Files are recorded at native resolution and compatible with every major non-linear editing application, computer operating system and media sharing website.
6. Live Streaming
   Launch live streaming video of your show to the Web with simultaneous archive, at the touch of a button. TriCaster 855 includes presets for the most common streaming profiles, in resolutions up to 720p, with support for custom multi-bitrate stream profiles.
7. Live Production Switcher
   Control all 24 channels, including external video and network sources, virtual inputs, and internal media sources.
8. Utility Row
   Select sources directly from the switcher for the FX bus, DSK channels and AUX output.
9. Utility Delegate
   Set the Utility Row to send video and graphics to the FX bus, DSKs or AUX output.
10. Virtual Inputs
    Mix multi-source compositions or create complex video effects and assign to a single button. TriCaster 855 includes eight, fully configurable virtual inputs, each with multiple presets.
11. Transitions Controls
    Dictate the flow of shots, transitions and effects, with control over the primary video layer and DSK channels.
12. TransWarp Effects
    Supported on every available effects channel, the TransWarp effects engine is simply the most powerful integrated effects system in live production. TriCaster 855 electrifies live video, DSKs and overlays with full-color animation store transitions, complete with embedded audio and 3D warping of video. The integrated Animation Store Creator application also allows you to build custom transitions and effects, with eye-catching visuals like real-time cloth dynamics, 3D transformations and motion overlays.
13. Live Virtual Sets
    Get the look of a network-style studio, complete with real-time reflections and specular highlights. TriCaster 855 includes 24 HD virtual sets in a variety of styles and settings, each with multiple angles, virtual camera shot presets and animated zoom control. Select sets also feature double-box effects.
14. Virtual Input Panel
    Select two primary switcher sources, create a mix/effect-style composition, and use an additional source as an overlay. Configure virtual sets, layer live elements, set upstream picture-in-picture effects, and more.
15. DDRs
    Load and playback video clips, packages and motion graphics. TriCaster 855 offers native support for an extensive range of file formats, allowing you to work with essentially any media asset you're given.
16. Graphics
    Display images, apply titles or present static graphics. Choose from and edit templates in a variety of styles and designs, or import your own graphics for a custom-branded live production.
17. Multi-Channel Audio Mixer
    Deliver pristine sound with adjustable audio controls for internal and external sources, plus outputs, including audio-follows-video, sub-mix routing, and a seven-band equalizer and compressor/limiter on every source and output. Touchscreen remote control is also in the mix, via the companion iPad audio mixing app.

INTERFACE

COMPARE VERSIONS

Choosing the right TriCaster to fit your production needs is important. To help you decide which system is right for you, here's some food for thought:

• Does this system fit your overall production needs?
• Do you need to produce in HD or SD?
• Do you require portability?
• How large or small is your production area?
• How many cameras will you need to connect?
• Will you produce on location or from an office or studio?

SPECIFICATIONS

• Switcher Channels
  • 24 – 10 external, 6 internal, 8 virtual inputs
• Video Input
  • 8 simultaneous live video sources, in any combination of HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C (BNC) or Composite connections and resolutions
• Network Sources
  • 2 live sources via Gigabit connection, selectable from any networked computer or Apple® AirPlay® device
• Media
  • 6 integrated digital media sources for video, graphics and sounds
• Frame Buffer
  • 9 channels for static graphics or watch folder
• Virtual Inputs
  • 8 independent, mix/effect-style channels, with transitions and per-source 3D positioning, scaling and cropping
• DSKs
  • 2 primary DSK channels and dedicated upstream overlay per virtual input, each with independent transition controls, 3D positioning, scaling, cropping and integrated TransWarp effects
• Effects and Transitions
  • Integrated TransWarp effects engine on all effects channels supports standard transitions, customizable animation store transitions with audio, and overlay effects
• Animation Store Creator for custom animations
  • Supports per-pixel alpha blending between sources and real-time 3D warping of video or graphics
• Virtual Sets
  • 24 HD live virtual sets, with multiple camera angles, real-time reflections, specular highlights, animated zoom and presets
• Video Output
  • Up to 5 output connections and 2 independent A/V output signals
  • Mix and match output formats, connection types, resolutions and aspect ratios
  • HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C (BNC) or Composite
  • HDMI, DVI and VGA output for displays or projector
  • Network output for live streaming
• Recording
  • Multi-track, multi-format recording of up to 8 simultaneous channels via IsoCorder™ technology
  • Native recording in up to 1080p with timecode
• Recording Capacity
  • ~ 50 hours 1080i or ~ 300 hours 480i
  • 4 trayless SATA III removable drive bays with hot-swap support for unlimited storage and backup
• Live Streaming
  • HD live streaming via Gigabit connection, with presets in up to 720p, supporting most common streaming profiles and custom multi-bitrate streaming profiles, configured via browser based plug-ins, Adobe® Flash® to Flash media server connections or Microsoft® Windows Media® Push/Pull
  • Streaming Profile Manager with integrated Web browser and integrated Livestream® plug-in
• Audio Inputs
  • 8 SDI Embedded
  • 8 AES3/EBU
  • 8 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line)
  • Phantom Power Support
• Audio Outputs
  • 3 SDI Embedded
  • 2 AES3/EBU
  • 4 Balanced XLR
  • 4 Balanced XLR (AUX)
  • 1 Stereo 1/4in (phones
• Audio Mixing
  • Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, outputs, stream and headphones
  • Seven-band equalizer and full stereo compressor/limiter per input and output
  • Digital audio inputs equipped with audio time-base synchronizers
  • Supports iPad® audio mixing app for touchscreen remote control of audio mixer
• Supported Formats
  • NTSC: 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i
  • Multi-Standard: NTSC-J; PAL 1080/25p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 720/25p, 576/25i
• Playback Media Formats
  • AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG (1, 2, all profiles, program or transport streams), MP4, WMV, WebM, PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, EXR, RAW, TIF, AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more, with Import Media application for batch import with optional transcoding of files (including Apple ProRes)
  • NewTek SpeedHQ codecs for Mac and PC for extended file compatibility with TriCaster and system applications
• Export Media Formats
  • Export media application for batch copying with optional transcoding of files to compatible formats for different applications and devices: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVD, H.264, MOV, MPEG-2, MJPEG, MP4, WebM and more
  • Presets for NLEs: Adobe Premiere®, Avid® Media Composer®, Apple® Final Cut Pro®, and more
  • Presets for mobile platforms: Android®, iPad®, iPhone®, iPod Touch® and more
• Monitoring
  • Selectable layouts for user interface and multiview preview displays
• Signal Monitoring
  • Integrated Waveform and Vectorscope, full field rate with color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 601 and 709
• Processing
  • Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point
  • Audio: 4 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point
• Physical
  • 4U Rack Mount, with 550W redundant, removable power supply and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
  • 19 x 7.25 x 21.5 in / 42 lbs (48.3 x 18.4 x 54.6 cm / 19 kg)

Subject to change without notice.