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U
PDATES
It’s a great idea to check for recent free software updates for your system at this time, too – see the heading
System Utilities in Section 5.2.3 for more on this.
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S
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NewTek’s optional ProTek
SM
service programs offer renewable (and transferable) coverage and enhanced
support service features extending well beyond the standard warranty period.
Please see http://www.newtek.com/protek.html or your local authorized NewTek reseller for more details
regarding ProTek plan options.
SECTION 3.3
RACK MOUNTING TRICASTER
Several TriCaster models are designed for convenient mounting in standard 19” racks (mounting rails
designed for different TriCaster models are available separately from NewTek Sales).
Please keep in mind that adequate cooling is a very important requirement for virtually all electronic and
digital equipment, and this is true of TriCaster as well. We recommend allowing 1.5 to 2 inches of space on
all sides for cool (i.e., comfortable ‘room temperature’) air to circulate around the chassis.
Good ventilation at the front and rear panel is important, and 2RU TriCasters in particular require ventilated
space above the unit (1RU minimum is recommended).
Hint: When operating TriCaster in a ‘road case’ for mobile production, it’s best to do so with both the front
and back covers (of the road case) removed.
When designing enclosures or mounting the unit, supplying good free air movement around the chassis as
discussed above should be viewed as a critical design consideration. This is especially true in fixed
installations where TriCaster will be installed inside furniture-style enclosures.
Hint: See also Appendix E, Dimensions and Mounting for helpful information for your TriCaster model.
SECTION 3.4
INPUT CONNECTIONS
3.4.1
CONNECT A/V SOURCES
External audio and video sources are connected to the appropriate inputs on TriCaster’s backplate.