Philip Nelson

Interview: Sports Video Group – NEWTEK HD/SD TRICASTER PUTS HD TRUCK IN A BACKPACK

NEWTEK HD/SD TRICASTER PUTS HD TRUCK IN A BACKPACK

While some flounder with the proliferation and fragmentation of media, others have flourished using enabling technologies like NewTek’s “studio in a box” TriCaster. At NAB 2009, the company unveiled the forthcoming TriCaster XD300, an SD/HD upgrade with a wealth of new features and functionalities opening the door to low-cost portable HD production. For sports apps, having this alongside the company’s new 3Play multichannel HD/SD slow-motion replay system adds this crucial fan favorite.

Building on a wealth of experience of TriCaster use in college sports and entertainment, the XD300 combines live switching, integrated live streaming, virtual sets and multiple effects layers. According to Philip Nelson, NewTek’s SVP Strategic Development, the HD upgrade also has a significant improvement in graphics as well as a streamlined workflow.

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