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21.1.2
CONVENIENT ALTERNATIVES
Generally, control surfaces described in this chapter were designed for use with standard edition TriCaster
software. Current Advanced Edition versions require that the surfaces more video sources than ever.
Since many TriCaster users have multiple units and, for one reason or another may wish to use a surface that
was not designed for their TriCaster. Obviously, the controls on a compact surface may not map perfectly to
a product with additional features. For example, a Mini CS cannot provide access to the full range of features
and sources offered by a TriCaster 8000. Still, we go to great lengths to allow the different surfaces you may
have to work with any TriCaster.
In the sections that follow, we provide tables listing the default mapping of controls for various TriCaster
models supported by the CS under consideration.
21.1.3
INSTANT REPLAY
NewTek provides potent instant replay solutions in the form of its dedicated 3Play™ systems, but for less
demanding installations many have found their TriCaster based TimeWarp™ control surfaces (which take
advantage of TriCaster’s integrated recording and playback capabilities) to provide just what they need.
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TriCaster 850 TW: The perfect complement to any primary TriCaster CS, this instant replay controller is
equally capable of performing as a solo act alongside any high definition TriCaster live production
system.
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TriCaster TW-42: This is NewTek’s original TimeWarp™ device. While originally supplied for use with
the standard definition TriCaster lineup, it also provides workmanlike instant replay functionality with
high definition TriCaster models.
(In addition, TriCaster Advanced Edition provides extensive replay support via the user interface, macros
and keyboard shortcuts.
SECTION 21.2
CONNECTIONS & POWER
Simply connect the TriCaster control surface unit to your NewTek TriCaster using the USB cable supplied.
There is no need to install drivers, or configure the software. Recognition of the control surface is automatic.
21.2.1
POWER CONSIDERATIONS
The power requirements of TriCaster control surfaces vary, but generally speaking are not inconsequential.
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TriCaster 8000CS requires a standard AC power connection, in addition to its USB control connection.
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All other control surfaces are powered by their USB cable. In the latter case, connecting the unit using
a USB cable longer than the one originally supplied can diminish available power to the point where
problems could ensue, including connection recognition failure or operational problems.
Except for TriCaster 8000 CS then, we strongly recommend that if you must operate the control surface at
greater distances from the TriCaster than recommended above, you first connect it to a powered USB hub by
a short USB cable, in turn connecting the USB hub to one of TriCaster’s USB ports.