NewTek To Demo Advanced IP Workflows

NewTek has announced that it will address Advanced IP Workflows, as well as its upcoming NDI (Network Device Interface) at BVE 2016. The NDI is described as a new open standard for live production IP workflows.

At the show, the company will showcase the TriCaster 8000 and TriCaster Mini. Both are suited for the new Advanced Edition upgrade and incorporation of NDI.

With NDI, users are able to send and receive real-time, frame-accurate video from cameras and devices in different locations, all on a standard network infrastructure. Users can access the inputs and outputs of any compatible device on a network, tapping into exponentially more media sources for any production. The channel count can be increased with four additional inputs, mixing any video from both hardware connections and IP video sources. Users can also seamlessly integrate audio over IP, connecting to Dante-enabled audio devices anywhere in a facility.

The TriCaster 8000 is a live video system equipped to handle big live shows to sophisticated web programmes, plus branded content for cross-channel delivery and multi-screen experiences. The 8000 replaces gear for recording, encoding, switching, submixing, playback, audio mixing, DVE, advanced graphics and titling, animation store, scan conversion, multiple channels of virtual sets, live streaming, camera automation, scopes and monitors, and social media publishing.

The TriCaster Mini is a compact multimedia studio that enables anyone using everyday cameras to create and publish quality video content in minutes, as well as stream it live, push to social media platforms, and capture audiences just like network-style TV. The TriCaster Mini's size, ease of use, and feature set are designed to make it easy to carry in one hand, set up, create, and share a complete programme in minutes. With Advanced Edition, users can continue to grow with the Mini, utilising the expanded range of new feature sets at any time.

Both products can incorporate NewTek's NDI technology, which will make its initial debut in a new version of TriCaster Advanced Edition early in 2016. The upgrade will give TriCaster 8000, TriCaster Mini, and other TriCaster Pro Line products Advanced IP Workflow capabilities allowing for an additional four inputs – which can be cameras or any supported video source on a LAN.

Users can have all source inputs be IP-based if they choose or mix IP sources with local SDI sources. The updated version of TriCaster Advanced Edition software will be offered as a free upgrade to any current TriCaster Advanced Edition customer.

Image: TriCaster 8000.

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