Live Sports 455 Solution (TriCaster 455 and 3Play 425)

Manufacturer Part Number: FG-000136-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

Video professionals, broadcasters, bloggers, and organizations looking to stream video online, produce live events, and expand production capabilities have found that the world of video production is evolving. With more viewers watching online than ever before—and appetites for quality programming on the rise—you need to stand out, and look outstanding, too.

DESCRIPTION
TriCaster 455 is the affordable, integrated solution to produce your 4-camera, 14-channel, HD live show with maximum creative firepower—but with minimal proportions. Designed for mobility and scaled for small spaces anywhere, TriCaster 455 provides rapid setup, complete live production capabilities, built-in multi-track ISO recording, and the world’s most powerful switcher effects system, for smaller shows to make the biggest impact from any location.

• Explosive 3D visual effects, video playback, graphics, transitions, and virtual sets
• Completely customizable visuals to elevate brand and company identity
• Built-in live streaming at the push of a button
• No massive cabling or complex components that require configuration
• Deliver from a van, small studio, broadcast control room, backstage, blogger's workspace

FEATURES

14-Channel, Multi-Camera Production.
Go from zero, to live with up to 4 cameras. Add digital media from four built-in players and 2 network sources for sharing computer displays or wireless iOS devices. Get 4 M/E-style virtual inputs to stage live virtual sets or create custom picture effects and presets. Use all of this for the quintessential live-show combination for starting out, breaking out, or adding on.

Mobile-Ready.
Produce a network-quality show from places you've never been able to before. Make the most of just 2U of rack space in a production vehicle or other space. Expand the horizon of your live production comfort zone with a new freedom of movement that's just not possible with racks of individual components pieced together.

Scaled-down Fit.
TriCaster 455 has vast turnkey capabilities without a monolithic footprint. Create a small workspace with room to spare. Integrate into an existing studio; slide into a tight space at school, the garage, or a storage room. Replicate your signature look across other programs, suites, and vans; or add to your current switcher, multiplying its channels, capabilities and visual appeal?upstream or downstream?at a price you can afford.

Multi-Track Iso-Recording.
Innovative IsoCorder™ technology combines the capabilities of racks and racks of video capture equipment, enhancing TriCaster 455 with a built-in, real-time ISO recording system, accessible directly from the user interface. Multi-track, multi-format recording of up to four simultaneous channels lets you record your entire show, select footage from any camera, and more. Handle it all at full resolution to meet your most challenging post-production demands.

Electrifying Visual Effects.
No canned, "stock footage" look for you. Your signature look requires a style that makes an impression on your audience. TriCaster 455 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. Create your own custom effects using the included Animation Store Creator application.

One-Size-Fits-All File Compatibility.
TriCaster 455 removes the guesswork and gear-grinding that can spell disaster for a production on location, or in a time crunch. With default encoding in QuickTime®, encoded files embedded with timecode and four 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 that let you encode media assets for optimized, real-time.

All-Purpose Operation.
This is what it's like to say yes to every request. Switching. Encoding. Streaming. Keying. Graphics. Playback. This is a six-input, two-output system design that hits the sweet spot for taking on productions of every proportion. Opportunity is banging down the door.

Creative Freedom.
Let nothing stand in the way of getting the look you want or the professional presentation your organization demands. Multi-layered video compositing and motion effects. Fully-integrated virtual set system. Custom graphics creation. Develop a signature style or change it up. The choice is yours.

Stunning Studio Sets and Backgrounds.
Raise eyebrows and the profile of your show. You can get a totally branded, network-style studio environment without the high cost or construction. Broadcast live from a multi-angle virtual set. Complement your presentation with double-box effects, custom graphics, and more.

Record Live Streaming Video, Simultaneously.
It's easy 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 to save on disk.

Remote Audio Control.
The integrated multi-channel audio mixer supports a companion Apple® iPad® application that delivers fingertip control over sound. You can literally hand over control of levels, connections, group assignments, and more with the popular touchscreen device, smartly sharing the workload while keeping your small production footprint intact.

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® devices, like iPad®, iPhone®, or iPod®, connected to the same local network. TriCaster 455 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 four 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 455 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 14 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. TriCater 455 includes four fully configurable virtual inputs, each with multiple presets.
11. Transition 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 455 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 455 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 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 455 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.

CONTROL SURFACE

Producing on-location doesn’t mean leaving the comforts of the control room behind. The TriCaster 455 CS, included with every TriCaster 455 system, lets you maintain a small production footprint without sacrificing manual control. With an intuitive layout, familiar live production controls and compact frame, TriCaster 455 CS is a perfect fit for mobile production or tight spaces.

• Intuitive layout mapped directly to the TriCaster 455 interface for maximum interaction
• Full-featured workflow for optimal live production performance
• Illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface activity under any environmental lighting conditions
• Premium T-Bar and three-axis joystick for precision control of effects, zooms and transitions
• Seamless, simultaneous changeover of multiple production elements with versatile, multi-select delegate controls
• Durable, ergonomic design for confident, comfortable performance

SYSTEM DIAGRAM

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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
  • 14 – 6 external, 4 internal, 4 virtual inputs
• Video Input
  • 4 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
  • 5 integrated digital media sources for video, graphics and sounds
• Frame Buffer
  • 5 channels for static graphics or watch folder
• Virtual Inputs
  • 4 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 4 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 4 simultaneous channels via IsoCorder™ technology
  • Native recording in up to 1080p with timecode
• Recording Capacity
  • ~ 20 hours 1080i or ~ 120 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
  • 4 SDI Embedded
  • 3 x 2 Balanced 1/4in (Mic/Line)
  • 1 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line)
  • Analog audio levels conform to SMPTE RP-155
  • Phantom Power Support
• Audio Outputs
  • 2 SDI Embedded
  • 1 x 2 Balanced XLR
  • 1 x 2 Balanced 1/4in (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
  • 2U Rack Mount, with 430W power supply and multi-tiered hardware and software fail-safe
  • 19 x 3.5 x 22.5 in / 28 lbs (48.3 x 8.9 x 57.2 cm / 12.7 kg)

Subject to change without notice.