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Extend coverage on pre-owned products after the retailer warranty ends and protect photo & video gear from accidental damage with Adorama Protect.
If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.
Coverage for pre-owned gear begins after the retailer warranty ends, plus accidental damage protection for photo/video gear that starts on day one.
Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!
When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.
We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.
Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.
Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for International and U.S. territories purchases. Plans on pre-owned items do not cover pre-existing damages.
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24 - 10 external, 6 internal, 8 M/E buses
8 simultaneous live video sources, in any combination of supported connection types, resolutions and frame rates (including PsF selections):
Direct input of cameras and video devices in any combination of HD-SDI, HD Component, SD-SDI, SD Component, Y/C or Composite connections
Per-input format configuration, scaler (including 3:2 intelligent pull-down) and frame synchronizer enabling intermixing of formats
Per-input color correction, crop and LiveMatte keyer controls
Support for Key + Fill input pairing
2 live inputs via Gigabit connection, selectable from any available network sources with support for video, audio and alpha channel;
Supported sources include networked computers via included NewTek iVGA client application; wireless Apple AirPlay devices; TriCaster 8000, 860, 460 or 410; 3Play 4800, 820 or 425; USB video sources; video over IP sources; RTMP or RTSP streams; HTTP streaming video sources; and a variety of third-party partner solutions
Access up to 8 live Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via standard serial and network protocols, with preset system and user interface control over camera orientation, zoom, focus and iris
5 integrated digital media sources for video, graphics and sounds (2 DDRs, 2 GFX and Sound) + 15 buffers
15 content buffers to store and playback video, animations, still images and graphics:
5 animation buffers and 10 still & title buffers, with multiviewer, animation preview, title editing and presets
Shareable across a network for watch folder application, with real-time edit and update of content
8 freely configurable M/E channels for video mixing, compositing, effects and virtual sets, each with independent Key layer and support for TransWarp effects:
Mix mode: Enables secondary switcher operation for output, submix or recording, with Program/Preview workflow and transitions
Effects mode: Enables multi-layer compositing, effects generation and virtual set application, with per-source 3D DVE, scaling, cropping and keying
Record configurations and operation sequences, then attach to keyboard shortcuts, control surface actions, MIDI controllers, or on-screen hotspots for recall and automation:
Macro editor for modifying user-defined macro configurations and sequences
Augment and extend TriCaster operation using macro plug-ins to control external devices
2 primary DSK channels, plus 1 additional Key layer per M/E bus, each with independent transition controls, 3D DVE, scaling, cropping and integrated TransWarp effects
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
30+ HD live virtual sets, with presets, multiple camera angles, real-time reflections and specular highlights:
Live pan and zoom of virtual camera and customizable virtual camera presets with animated pan, zoom and pedestal moves
Support for up to 2 switchable live sources, with per-source 3D DVE, scaling, cropping and keying
Supports custom-created virtual sets generated using NewTek Virtual Set Editor or third-party partner solutions
Support for custom virtual environments generated from panoramic smartphone, camera or DSLR images:
Select sets included; custom sets require Virtual Set Editor 2.5
Up to 8 freely configurable, interactive hotspots per input for macro control
Configurable for up to 12 output connections, with support for key output and per-connection signal settings:
3 x SDI
3 x Analog (configurable for Component or Y/C + Composite)
HDMI output
Network output for live streaming
A/V output to network-connected TriCaster over local network
Multi-track, multi-format recording of up to 8 simultaneous channels via IsoCorder technology:
Native recording in up to 1080p with timecode
Encoding format selectable from: QuickTime (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio), MPEG-2 (high or normal profile), AVI (SpeedHQ) and H.264 (high or Web quality)
Freely choose to add recordings to Publish queue and DDR destinations
Grab full resolution, de-fielded still images from inputs and outputs and freely choose to add grabs to Publish queue, Media Player presets and Buffer destinations
Supports direct content upload to YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, FTP, local or external volumes and network servers
HD live streaming with simultaneous archive:
Presets in up to 720p, supporting most common streaming profiles and custom multi-bitrate streaming profiles, including RTMP streaming using H.264 (ex. Adobe Flash Media Server), Microsoft Windows Media Push/Pull and browser-based streaming applications, with Ustream and Livestream native integrated support
Streaming Profile Manager with integrated Web browser
8 SDI Embedded
8 AES3/EBU
8 x 2 Balanced XLR (Mic/Line)
Phantom Power Support
3 SDI Embedded
2 AES3/EBU
4 Balanced XLR
4 Balanced XLR (AUX)
1 Stereo 1/4" (phones)
Integrated multi-channel audio mixer for internal and external audio sources, outputs, stream and headphones, with 4 fully independent stereo output mixes: 2 Master, 2 AUX
Pan control, solo auditioning, seven-band equalizer and stereo compressor/limiter per input and output, with per-input audio delay control
Multi-bus routing of audio source channels to any combination of outputs, with independent level control over channels 1/2 and 3/4 for quad sources
AFV system enabling audio to follow multiple video sources, with support for unlimited audio grouping combinations
Digital audio inputs equipped with audio time-base synchronizers
Supports companion iPad audio mixing app and Avid Artist Mix audio control surface
NTSC model: 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i
Multi-Standard model: NTSC 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i; NTSC-J 1080/30p, 1080/24p, 1080/60i, 720/60p, 720/30p, 720/24p, 480/60i; PAL 1080/25p, 1080/24p, 1080/50i, 720/50p, 720/25p, 720/24p, 576/25i
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)
Export media application for batch copying with optional transcoding of files to compatible formats for different applications and devices: Apple ProRes, AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVD, H.264, MOV, MPEG-2, MJPEG, MP4, WebM and more
NewTek SpeedEDIT 2 non-linear editor available via download for Add-On installation
NewTek SpeedHQ codecs for Mac and PC included for extended file compatibility
DVI and HDMI monitor outputs for user interface and multiview displays:
Preview all sources or select sources in a variety of layouts and dual-monitor display combinations via Workspaces control panel
A/V indicator and guide overlays configurable per viewport
Integrated Waveform and Vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 601 and 709
Setup and store session settings in reusable template sessions
Ultra-low, between 1 and 2 frames
Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point
Audio: 4 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point
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
Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party MIDI device control of TriCaster operations via macros
19.0 x 7.0 x 20.5" (48.26 x 17.78 x 52.07 cm)
Control Surface:
Surface: 28.5 x 0.5 x 11.6" (72.39 x 1.27 x 29.46 cm)
Base: 27.5 x 2.0 x 10.8" (69.85 x 5.08 x 27.43 cm)
44 lbs (20 kg)
Control Surface: 18.1 lbs (8.2 kg)