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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 Walktrhough chapter that follows it.
To begin, let’s review ‘what came in the box’:
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NewTek TriCaster TCXD850
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Two A/C power cables
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BNC removal tool (to assist with cable connection and removal)
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DVI to VGA adapter
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Six BNC-to-RCA adapters
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NewTek mouse and keyboard
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TriCaster TCXD850 Quick Start Guide
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NewTek 3PLAY™ brochure
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TriCaster TCXD850 Get Started Training DVD with NewTek 3PLAY Overview
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NewTek iVGA™ CD
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NewTek TriCaster TCXD850 registration reminder card
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Welcome letter
3.1 COMMAND AND CONTROL
1. Connect an external computer monitor to the DVI port labeled Interface on TriCaster’s
backplate– use an adapter if necessary.
Note: TriCaster’s user interface requires a minimum screen resolution of 1440x900.
2. Connect the mouse and keyboard to USB ports on TriCaster.
3. Connect the A/C power cords from the three-prong connections on TriCaster’s
backplate to an external power receptacle (see Hint below).
4. Turn on the computer monitor.