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Many studios use this method to synchronize equipment in the video chain.
Genlocking is commonplace in higher-end production environments, and genlock
connections are typically provided on professional gear.
If your equipment allows you to do so, you should genlock all cameras supplying
TriCaster, and TriCaster itself. To connect the genlock source TriCaster, supply the
reference signal from the 'house sync generator' to TriCaster's Genlock In connector.
(See Section 3.14 regarding genlock configuration.)
(Not a TriCaster 410, Mini SDI, or Mini feature.) TriCaster supports external linear
timecode (LTC) input. Connect the cable from your timecode generator to one of the
connectors in audio Input 7 (8-input models) or Input 3 (4-input models). External
timecode is enabled and configured in the Live Desktop (see Sections Section 3.15 and
8.2.8).
Next we'll discuss the audio and video output connectors along with relevant settings.
We'll start with video output – not only so you can view your results, but because
certain items are best considered before beginning a TriCaster session.
TriCaster provides multiple video and audio output connector groups, and very
flexible options for display of your live and recorded video streams. Here are some of
the possibilities:
Simultaneously send output to standard and/or high definition devices from HD
sessions.
Simultaneously send output to both analog and digital devices (except TriCaster
410, which provides digital output connections only).
Send program output, a secondary mix, or custom 'monitor bridge' layouts to a
supplemental monitor or projector using Multiview.
SECTION 3.7 TIMECODE CONNECTION
SECTION 3.8 OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
3.8.1 A/V OUTPUT
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Can the switcher have a background still with PPT slides over top rightside of frame, and then have live camera feed on left?
Yes, the NewTek TriCaster Mini can display a background still with PowerPoint slides on the right side of the frame and a live camera feed on the left. It supports compositing live and video-on-demand inputs, including PowerPoint slides from a connected computer. The system allows for chroma key operations and mixing multiple video sources, enabling such a layout.
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my tricaster only has one KEY option and two DSK options and 4 Mix Effect options. is there a way to add more of these items into my tricaster layout?
The TriCaster Mini includes Key layers in M/Es, which function similarly to Downstream Key (DSK) layers but are embedded upstream in the Mix Effect (M/E) output. However, the provided context does not mention the ability to add more KEY, DSK, or Mix Effect options beyond what is already available in the system.
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Thank you for answering my question. There is a buzz on the output of our Tricaster410. Not sure why this is happening now.
A possible cause of a buzz or distortion on the output of a NewTek TriCaster Mini could be incorrect audio gain settings in the Output Configuration. Specifically, the gain controls for STREAM 1 and STREAM 2 may need to be adjusted. Setting the gain to -20 can eliminate distortion and align the output level with the TriCaster MASTER.
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