{"product_id":"vizrt-tricaster-prizm-live-production-and-broadcast-platform","title":"Vizrt TriCaster Prizm — Live Production and Broadcast Platform","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the Vizrt TriCaster Prizm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe TriCaster Prizm redefines the heart of the TriCaster portfolio, replacing the TC1, TC410 Plus, and TC1 Pro with a single, scalable platform for organizations that need professional production capabilities without unnecessary complexity. Whether producing school broadcasts, worship services, live events, or corporate communications, Prizm is built to grow on one platform from day one — a 2RU rack-mounted system with 16 total video inputs, up to 8 configurable SDI I\/O ports, 4TB of internal storage, and support for up to 2160p60 sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does the TriCaster Prizm work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrizm runs 4 M\/E buses with full 4-layer, 4-key support per bus, giving an operator considerably more simultaneous layering headroom than an entry-level switcher while still being simple enough for a small crew to run alone. Integrated LiveMatte chroma and luma keying works across every input, media player, and M\/E bus — 16 input keyers, 5 media player keyers, 4 M\/E keyers, and 1 PREVIEW keyer in total — and 5 media players backed by 15 media buffers (10 animation with GIF support) keep replay clips, lower-thirds, and sound cues ready to trigger. DataLink pulls in real-time automated data — webpages, spreadsheets, databases, and RSS feeds — directly into a running show, while 30+ built-in LiveSet virtual sets add studio backdrops without a physical build. Prizm is one of only two TriCaster models (alongside Vizion) that support LivePanel Pro, Vizrt's next-generation browser-based control surface: a modern widget-based interface with low-latency video previews, intelligent state awareness, and real-time system feedback, accessible from any device on the network rather than only from a dedicated hardware control panel. On the camera side, Prizm controls up to 16 PTZ cameras simultaneously via serial or network protocols, and its 16-channel integrated audio mixer runs full DSP processing with native Dante networking, AES67, and WDM audio drivers — with the SDI version adding support for up to 8 channels of embedded SDI audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features of the TriCaster Prizm?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMassive Video Input Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 total simultaneous external video inputs supporting any combination of compatible sources in resolutions up to UHD at 60fps (2160p 59.94), including support for NDI® key and fill.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible Output Architecture:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 independent HD or UHD outputs via both SDI and IP, with up to 4 video mix outputs (1080p\/60fps or 2160p\/60fps), 8 direct IP source outputs, media player outputs, and 3 multiviewer outputs for comprehensive monitoring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Audio Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16-channel integrated audio mixer with full DSP capabilities, balanced stereo inputs, mic input, and native Dante™ networking with AES67 and WDM audio drivers. (SDI version adds support for up to 8 channels of embedded SDI audio)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Keying \u0026amp; Compositing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated LiveMatte™ technology with 16 input keyers, LiveSet™ virtual sets with 30+ included effects, 5 media player keyers, 4 M\/E keyers, and 1 PREVIEW keyer for sophisticated layering and effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Automation \u0026amp; Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated DataLink™ for real-time automated data input from webpages, spreadsheets, databases, and RSS feeds; macros, MIDI, 3rd party control, and hotspots; web-based control interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Management \u0026amp; Recording:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 media players, 15 media buffers, 10 animation buffers with GIF support, 8 configurable recording channels, and 4TB internal storage for comprehensive content management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnectivity \u0026amp; Integration:\u003c\/strong\u003e PTZ support for up to 16 simultaneous cameras via serial\/network protocols, conference calling for Zoom\/Teams\/NDI, signal monitoring with waveform\/vectorscope, and genlock I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is the Vizrt TriCaster Prizm typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSchool and campus broadcasts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouses of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive events\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorporate communications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-room enterprise standardization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable style=\"table-layout:fixed;min-width:300px;width:100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:45%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:55%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeployment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2RU rack-mounted hardware\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 total (up to 8 configurable SDI I\/O ports available)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVideo Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 independent HD\/UHD mix outputs (SDI + IP); 8 direct IP source outputs; 3 multiviewer outputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Session Resolution\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2160p\/60 (2160p 59.94)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4TB internal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eM\/E Buses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 buses, 4 layers \/ 4 keys each\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeyers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16 input, 5 media player, 4 M\/E, 1 PREVIEW (LiveMatte)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedia Players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5; 15 media buffers (10 animation w\/ GIF, plus graphic buffers)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecording\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 configurable channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAudio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16-channel mixer, full DSP, balanced stereo + mic inputs, Dante, AES67, WDM (SDI version: up to 8ch embedded SDI audio)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePTZ Control\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 16 simultaneous cameras, serial\/network protocols\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConference Calling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZoom, Teams, NDI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSignal Monitoring\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaveform\/vectorscope, genlock I\/O\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControl Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLivePanel Pro (browser-based, exclusive to Prizm\/Vizion)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVirtual Sets\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30+ included (LiveSet technology)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMSRP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrom $13,995 (subject to change; international pricing may vary)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat legacy TriCaster models does Prizm replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrizm replaces the TC1, TC410 Plus, and TC1 Pro, consolidating them into a single, scalable platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is LivePanel Pro and why does it matter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLivePanel Pro is Vizrt's next-generation browser-based control surface, exclusive to Prizm and Vizion. It offers a modern widget-based interface, low-latency video previews, and real-time system feedback from any networked device, rather than requiring a dedicated hardware control panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many PTZ cameras can Prizm control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUp to 16 PTZ cameras simultaneously, via serial or network control protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat audio networking does Prizm support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 16-channel integrated audio mixer with full DSP, native Dante networking, AES67, and WDM audio drivers; the SDI version adds up to 8 channels of embedded SDI audio.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Prizm support conference call integration?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and NDI-based conference calling are supported directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Creation Networks design and install TriCaster systems?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. 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