TriCaster® Mini Advanced
Now with NDI® Technology and TriCaster Advanced Edition Software

Portable, Professional, and Equipped for End-to-End IP

Produce and publish extraordinary video content for screens and audiences of all sizes with the most complete, compact multimedia studio in the world—TriCaster® Mini Advanced.

Real Video Production. No Experience Required.

You don’t have to be a video expert, own a studio, or know your way around a broadcast control room to deliver your message through video with network-quality results. With an all-in-one design, do-it-yourself setup, and hundreds of entry-level and advanced production capabilities, you can be on your way to captivating audiences from anywhere within minutes of opening the box.

• HD switching, streaming, and recording
• 8 external video inputs and 4 mix outputs
• Connect to compatible IP devices via NDI^®
• Streaming to Facebook Live, Twitch, and more
• Real-time social media publishing
• Multi-channel recording and internal storage
• Video playback without any additional hardware
• Built-in live titling and motion graphics
• Multi-channel audio mixing
• SDI, HDMI, and case display options available

Enter the World of IP Video – Today.

Connect to the most prolific IP-based workflow in the industry right out of the box. With native integration of NDI®, NewTek’s innovative Network Device Interface technology, TriCaster Mini Advanced is instantly compatible with products from hundreds of manufacturers and developers over the network.

TriCaster Mini Advanced Models

Network Video Input	Network Video Input8 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, NDI inputs supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates1 2160p 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 1080p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25, 24, 23.976 1080i: 59.94, 50 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 SD: 59.94, 50, 25
PTZ	Support for up to 8 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422, and IP, with integrated controls and preset system
Network Video Output	2 x independent IP video mix outputs via NDI®
Stream Output	2 x streaming video output, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Monitor Outputs	4 x mini display port with output adapters 3 x of the outputs support multiviewers using standard display resolutions
Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)	4 x M/E buses supporting video re-entry 1 x Mix/Effect channel per bus with support for up to 2 sources 2 x KEY layers per bus
DSK Channels	2 x DSK channels
Media	5 x media players 2 x DDR 1 x Sound 15 x media buffers 5 x animation buffers 10 x graphic buffers
Keyers	Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses 8 x input keyers 2 x media player keyers 4 x M/E keyers 15 x buffer keyers
COMP	Integrated video composition engine on the switcher and each M/E bus to create, store, and apply layer configurations and DVE-style motion sequences 16 x configurable COMP presets per bus
Virtual Sets	Integrated LiveSet™ technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
DataLink	Integrated DataLink™ technology enabling real-time, automated data input from internal and external sources, including webpages, spreadsheets, scoreboards, databases, RSS feeds, watch files, XML, CSV, ASCII and more
Recording	4 x recording channels from either NDI® inputs or Mix outputs (10 x with Premium Access) Records and retains alpha channel data 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (Native NDI Codec for recording)2
Storage	Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0
Grab	Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
Export	Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
Audio Mixing	Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with support for stereo audio, and DSP’s
Local Audio Input	1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced mic 2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line
Local Audio Output	2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphones jack
Network Audio	Native support for network audio input and output via NDI® Embedded audio supported for all NDI® input and output video signals Integrated support3 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
Supported Media File Formats	Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including: Video: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM, and more Image: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more Audio: AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
Processing	Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4 Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
Throughput Latency	~1.0-1.5 frames
Tally	Support for network tally via NDI®
MIDI	Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
NIC	2 x 1 Gigabit NIC
System Physical	System chassis, including adjustable cable retention bracket 4.6 x 9.2 x 7.9 in (11.7 x 23.4 x 20.1 cm) 9 lbs (4.1 kg)

Video Input	8 x simultaneous external video inputs, supporting any combination of compatible sources
Network Video Input	8 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
Digital Video Input	4 x HDMI video connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates1 1080p: 29.97, 25 1080i: 59.94, 50 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 SD: 59.94, 50, 25
PTZ	Support for up to 8 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422, and IP, with integrated controls and preset system
Video Output	Configurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous digital and IP delivery
Network Video Output	4 x independent IP video mix outputs via NDI®
Digital Video Output	2 x independently configurable HDMI video outputs
Stream Output	1 x streaming video output, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Monitor Outputs	1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer 1 x HDMI multiviewer 1 x DVI display output 1 x HDMI display output
Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)	4 x M/E buses, each supporting 2 configurable sources and 2 configurable KEY layers 1 x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
DSK Channels	2 x DSK channels
Media	5 x media players 2 x DDR 1 x Sound 15 x media buffers 5 x animation buffers 10 x graphic buffers
Keyers	Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
Virtual Sets	Integrated LiveSet™ technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
DataLink	Integrated DataLink™ technology enabling real-time, automated data input from internal and external sources, including webpages, spreadsheets, scoreboards, databases, RSS feeds, watch files, XML, CSV, ASCII and more
Macros	Record, store, edit and automate commands and user-configured operation sequences Attach to control panel buttons, keyboard shortcuts, hotspots, MIDI and X-keys® buttons or GPI triggers Attach to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally and specific switcher actions Supports control via web-based interface
Recording	5 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder™ technology 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode)2 1 x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles) 1 x MP3 audio recorder
Storage	1 x 750GB internal drive Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0 Supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
Grab	Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
Export	Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
Audio Mixing	Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with configurable DSPs, 4 x 4 x 4 audio input channel routing, and 4 independent output mixes
Local Audio Input	4 x embedded HDMI audio inputs 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced mic 2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line
Local Audio Output	2 x embedded HDMI audio outputs 2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphones jack
Network Audio	Native support for network audio input and output via NDI® Embedded audio supported for all NDI® input and output video signals Integrated support3 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
Supported Media File Formats	Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including: Video: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM, and more Image: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more Audio: AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
Signal Monitoring	Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
Processing	Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4 Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
Throughput Latency	~1.0-2.0 frames
Tally	Support for network tally via NDI®
MIDI	Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
NIC	1 x 1 Gigabit NIC
Built-In WiFi	Supports wireless connection to local network 802.11ac WiFi standard
Built-In Bluetooth	Support for keyboard and mouse using wireless Bluetooth technology
System Physical	Vizrt Mini system chassis, including adjustable handle and cable retention bracket 4.6 x 9.2 x 7.9 in (11.7 x 23.4 x 20.1 cm) 9 lbs (4.1 kg)

Video Input	8 x simultaneous external video inputs, supporting any combination of compatible sources
Network Video Input	8 x IP video inputs via NDI®, resolution-independent, with support for key and fill
Digital Video Input	4 x SDI video connections supporting video input in any combination of standard formats, resolutions, and frame rates 1080p: 29.97, 25 1080i: 59.94, 50 720p: 59.94, 50, 29.97, 25 SD: 59.94, 50, 25
PTZ	Support for up to 8 simultaneous Pan-Tilt-Zoom (PTZ) robotic cameras via serial and network protocols, including RS232, RS422, and IP, with integrated controls and preset system
Video Output	Configurable for up to 4 independent video mix outputs, with simultaneous digital and IP delivery
Network Video Output	4 x independent IP video mix outputs via NDI®
Digital Video Output	2 x independently configurable SDI video outputs
Stream Output	1 x streaming video output, independently configurable, with simultaneous stream archive
Monitor Outputs	1 x DVI user interface with multiviewer 1 x HDMI multiviewer 1 x DVI display output 1 x HDMI display output
Mix/Effect Buses (M/E)	4 x M/E buses, each supporting 2 configurable sources and 2 configurable KEY layers 1 x PREVIZ configuration and preview bus
DSK Channels	2 x DSK channels
Media	5 x media players 2 x DDR 1 x Sound 15 x media buffers 5 x animation buffers 10 x graphic buffers
Keyers	Integrated LiveMatte™ chroma and luma keying technology on all source channels and M/E buses
Virtual Sets	Integrated LiveSet™ technology with 30+ live virtual sets and box effects included
DataLink	Integrated DataLink™ technology enabling real-time, automated data input from internal and external sources, including webpages, spreadsheets, scoreboards, databases, RSS feeds, watch files, XML, CSV, ASCII and more
Macros	Record, store, edit and automate commands and user-configured operation sequences Attach to control panel buttons, keyboard shortcuts, hotspots, MIDI and X-keys® buttons or GPI triggers Attach to internal events and state changes, including audio, media playback, tally and specific switcher actions Supports control via web-based interface
Recording	5 x configurable video recording channels via IsoCorder™ technology 4 x QuickTime® archival video recorders (XDCAM HD compatible, 4:2:2 encoding, 24-bit audio, with timecode) 1 x H.264 distribution video recorders (multiple profiles) 1 x MP3 audio recorder
Storage	2 x 750GB internal drive Capacity varies by format, resolution and file specification Supports recording to external storage via USB 3.0 Supports shared storage integration and third-party partner solutions
Grab	Grab full-resolution, deinterlaced still images from external video sources and outputs
Export	Export video and image files to social media, FTP, local or external volumes, and network servers, with optional transcoding
Audio Mixing	Integrated multi-channel audio mixer with configurable DSPs, 4 x 4 x 4 audio input channel routing, and 4 independent output mixes
Local Audio Input	4 x embedded SDI audio inputs 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced mic 2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line
Local Audio Output	2 x embedded SDI audio outputs 2 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) balanced line 1 x 1/4” (6.35 mm) stereo headphones jack
Network Audio	Native support for network audio input and output via NDI® Embedded audio supported for all NDI® input and output video signals Integrated support3 for Dante™ networking protocol from Audinate®
Supported Media File Formats	Import, store, and play back multimedia files, with optional transcoding, including: Video: AVI, DV, DVCPro, DVCProHD, FLV, F4V, H.263, H.264, MOV, MKV, MJPEG, MPEG, MP4, WMV, WebM, and more Image: PSD, PNG, TGA, BMP, JPEG, JPEG-XR, JPEG2000, EXR, RAW, TIF, WebP, and more Audio: AIFF, MP3, WAV, and more
Signal Monitoring	Integrated waveform and vectorscope, full field rate with digital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 709
Processing	Video: Floating Point YCbCr +A 4:4:4:4 Audio: Floating Point, 96 kHz
Throughput Latency	~1.0-2.0 frames
A/V Standards	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
Tally	Support for network tally via NDI®
MIDI	Support for standard MIDI protocol enabling third-party device control
NIC	1 x 1 Gigabit NIC
Built-In WiFi	Supports wireless connection to local network 802.11ac WiFi standard
Built-In Bluetooth	Support for keyboard and mouse using wireless Bluetooth technology
System Physical	Vizrt Mini system chassis, including adjustable handle and cable retention bracket 4.6 x 9.2 x 7.9 in (11.7 x 23.4 x 20.1 cm) 9 lbs (4.1 kg)

Video I/O	1 x HDMI (Input) 1 x HDMI (Loop) 1 x NDI® (RJ-45 port)
Audio	1 x HDMI embedded audio input (48/44.1/32 KHz) 1 x 1/8” (3.5 mm) Line Level (48 KHz) Stereo audio (2-channel LPCM)
Tally	Tally support via NDI®
Power	Power over Ethernet (PoE support conforms to the IEEE 802.3af-2003 specification) External power via USB type-C (5V 2A)
Physical	Portable enclosure with threaded screw camera mount 4.72 x 3.54 x .87 in (120 x 90 x 22 mm) .53 lbs (.24 kg)
+ Resolution support:	2160p: 60, 59.94, 50, 30, 24 1080p: 60, 59.94, 50, 30, 29.97, 25, 24 720p: 60, 59.94, 50, 29.97 480p: 60, 59.94 (16:9, 4:3)