Registration; Startup And Windows® Activation - NewTek TriCaster 40 User Manual

VIDEO IN
Cameras or other analog video sources are connected to inputs in the VIDEO IN group. Connectors are organized
in four columns supplying Switcher inputs numbered 1-4. Optional connection types for SD video source include
composite, Y/C (S-Video) and component (Y, Pb, Pr). For HD sources, an HD component connection is required.
VIDEO OUT
Two independent video outputs are supplied. These are numbered 1 and 2 in the VIDEO OUT group and supply
TriCaster's Program (PGM) and Auxiliary (AUX) video outputs respectively.
Connection types available for Output 1 (PGM) are identical to those for video inputs, according to the session
(HD or SD). The forma t for Output 2 (AUX) is separately configurable. In SD format, its connectors can be
configured to supply composite, Y/C or component video.
AUDIO IN
Connect your audio sources using the RCA (cinch plug) and ¼" (6.35 mm) TRS jacks in the Audio In group on
TriCaster's faceplate. The ¼" TRS jack (also known as a phone jack) is a mono connector typically used for a
microphone. You might supply the RCA connectors from an external mixer or other audio source such as a CD or
MP3 player.
AUDIO OUT
The connectors in Audio Out are similar, but you'll note that the ¼" jack is labeled PHONES, hinting that it is
intended for a set of stereo headphones suitable for monitoring sound.
2.2

REGISTRATION

2.2.1 STARTUP AND WINDOWS® ACTIVATION
Turn on the computer monitor, and push the Power switch on TriCaster's faceplate. The Power LED will
illuminate, and the hard drive activity light should flicker as the device boots up. (If this does not happen, check
your connections and retry).
1. Click Next at lower right.
2. Choose your time zone.
3. Accept the license agreement.
4. Enter your 25-digit key (on some models, the sticker is on the bottom of the case).
5. Decline automatic updates (by clicking "not right now").
6. Give TriCaster a distinct computer name for networking.
You can authorize your Windows installation by network or by telephone. If you have connected TriCaster to a
network (see Section 2.1.2) with Internet access, this provides the fastest method of activation.
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