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3 SETTING UP
This chapter explains how to properly connect power, external
control devices, monitors and audio visual sources to your NewTek
TriCaster system.
It also reviews registration for warranty purposes and technical
support. After completing this short section, you’ll be all set to
continue into the Quick Start chapter that follows it.
To begin, let’s review ‘what came in the box’:
1. TriCaster TCXD300
2. Keyboard and Mouse
3. A/C power cord
4. DVI->VGA adapter, DVI->HDMI cable and BNC->RCA adapters
5. TriCaster / 3PLAY First Look DVD
6. Getting Started DVD
7. XD300 Quick Start Guide
8. Registration reminder card
3.1 COMMAND AND CONTROL
1. Connect an external computer monitor to a port appropriate for your monitor
connection (DVI or VGA) on TriCaster’s backplate – use an adapter if necessary.
Note: TriCaster’s user interface requires a minimum screen resolution of 1280 x 1024 for 4:3, or
1440 x 900 for 16:9.
2. Connect the mouse and keyboard to USB ports on TriCaster.
3. Connect the A/C power cord from the three-prong connection on TriCaster’s backplate
to an external power receptacle (see Hint below).
4. Turn on the computer monitor .
5. Press the Power switch located on TriCaster’s faceplate.