Vizrt TriCaster Vizion 1RU with 0 SDI I/O

Product Overview

The Vizrt TriCaster Vizion 1RU with 0 SDI I/O is a rack-mount live production system designed for broadcast facilities, mobile production units, and system integrators who need enterprise-grade IP production capability in a space-efficient 1RU chassis. Built on the HP Z4 G5 platform in a rack-mount configuration, this TriCaster Vizion rack unit supports up to 44 NDI inputs, eight M/E banks, and UHD 4K60 production with zero SDI footprint — making it the ideal choice for NDI-native broadcast studios, streaming production facilities, and rack-integrated AV systems where IP is the primary signal transport.

Product Description

The TriCaster Vizion 1RU offers the identical production capabilities of the tower configuration in a 1RU rack form factor, making it straightforward to integrate into existing broadcast racks, mobile production units, OB vans, and rack-mounted AV control rooms. This IP-only variant ships with zero physical SDI ports, routing all video over NDI on standard Ethernet infrastructure. The perpetual TriCaster Vizion license is pre-installed and optimized on the HP Z4 G5 rack hardware. All 44 NDI inputs are available simultaneously at resolutions up to 2160p 59.94, feeding eight M/E banks with five media players, 15 media buffers, and professional chroma key and virtual set compositing. Viz Flowics powers the broadcast graphics workflow with a 36-month Basic subscription. AI-driven production tools, a 44-channel NDI-native audio mixer, and up to four multiviewer displays provide a complete self-contained production environment. The rack form factor pairs naturally with NDI-based camera infrastructures, allowing facilities to deploy a full broadcast-grade TriCaster Vizion rack system without any SDI cabling or distribution infrastructure. The 3-year hardware warranty and 1-year standard support cover both the hardware chassis and the software license.

Key Features

• 1RU Rack Form Factor — Rack-mount chassis built on HP Z4 G5 hardware; integrates directly into standard 19-inch broadcast racks.
• 44 NDI Inputs — Accepts up to 44 simultaneous IP video sources over NDI, supporting key and fill at resolutions up to 4K60.
• 8 Mix Effects (M/E) Banks — Eight independent M/E banks for multi-layer live production compositing and program switching.
• UHD 4K60 Production — Full 2160p 59.94 support across all NDI inputs and mix outputs.
• 56 NDI Outputs — Up to 56 simultaneous NDI output streams for monitors, recording, streaming, and distribution.
• Viz Flowics Graphics — Integrated broadcast graphics with 36-month Basic subscription; motion graphics, lower thirds, and animated templates.
• 5 Media Players + 15 Buffers — 4 DDR players, 1 Sound player, and 15 media buffers for in-production playback.
• AI Production Automation — AI-assisted tools reduce manual workload and support automated switching and production workflows.
• Chroma Key and Virtual Sets — Professional compositing with real-time reflections, animated transitions, and virtual camera movements.
• 44-Channel Audio Mixer — NDI-native audio mixing with DSP processing; Dante/AES67 available via optional license.
• Up to 4 Multiviewer Displays — Configurable viewport layouts across multiple monitoring displays.
• 3-Year Hardware Warranty — Vizrt 3-year hardware warranty with 1-year standard support included.

Typical Applications

• Broadcast studio
• House of worship
• Sports production
• Campus athletics
• Auditorium
• Government space
• Corporate all-hands room
• Training room

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the 1RU and Tower configurations of the TriCaster Vizion?

The 1RU and Tower configurations use the same HP Z4 G5 platform and identical TriCaster Vizion software. The primary difference is the physical form factor: the 1RU rack-mount chassis is designed for standard 19-inch broadcast racks and mobile production environments, while the Tower is better suited for production suite or desktop deployments.

Is the 1RU chassis as powerful as the Tower?

Yes. Both share the same HP Z4 G5 hardware base and identical TriCaster Vizion software capabilities, including 44 NDI inputs, 8 M/Es, 4K60 support, and all production features.

Can the 1RU unit be used in a mobile production environment?

Yes. The 1RU rack form factor is well-suited for OB vans, mobile production racks, and portable broadcast setups. NDI-only connectivity eliminates the need for SDI breakout panels, reducing rack depth and cabling complexity.

Does this product include a keyboard, mouse, or monitor?

No. The TriCaster Vizion 1RU ships as a production system hardware unit. A keyboard, mouse, and monitors for multiview and UI output must be provided separately.

Can the 0 SDI model be upgraded to add SDI ports later?

SDI port upgrades between configurations are not a standard field-upgrade path. If SDI connectivity is anticipated, purchasing the 8 SDI I/O 1RU variant at the outset is recommended. Contact Creation Networks to discuss configuration options.