Introduction, Overview, Meet the family – NewTek TriCaster Studio User Manual
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you sincerely for purchasing this NewTek TriCaster product.
TriCaster actually comprises a family of fine video systems and
software with a proud heritage. A true video pioneer, NewTek is
justifiably proud of its record of innovation, ongoing commitment
to excellence and superb product support.
This chapter provides a quick tour of the major components of your
TriCaster system.
3.1 OVERVIEW
Welcome to the world of portable live production. With any member of the NewTek TriCaster
lineup, you can produce live video programs from diverse sources – including multiple cameras,
recorded digital video, PowerPoint, live web pages, high-resolution imagery and much more.
Better still, your presentation can be simultaneously distributed to projector, video and the
Internet.
Creating live network style television can be very costly, traditionally requiring very expensive
equipment and a large crew. TriCaster changes all that. In one small, lightweight, portable
system (small enough to fit in a backpack) you have all the tools required to create, broadcast,
web stream and project your show. Select models even include live virtual sets (LiveSet™) to give
you full ‘network-class’ production capabilities.
TriCaster is the de facto standard for “portable live production” because it is the most complete,
reliable and efficient system available for live production and web streaming. Its small footprint
makes it possible to broadcast from literally anywhere, and only requires one person to make it
work. No matter what your live broadcast goals are, there is a TriCaster perfect for you.
3.2 MEET THE FAMILY
The TriCaster family tree has several branches – the TCSD model lineup, discussed in this volume
includes TriCaster STUDIO and TriCaster BROADCAST. TriCaster TCXD models are discussed
individually in their own manuals.