NewTek TalkShow VS 4000 Multi-Channel Calling Production System

NewTek TalkShow VS 4000 Multi-Channel Calling Production System

Instantly connect with multiple contacts around theworld.
NewTek TalkShow VS 4000 is the only professional,multi-channel calling production system for both SDI and IP workflows, designedexclusively for conducting multiple live, production-ready Skype video callswith any combination or sequence of contacts anywhere in the world-simultaneously-in distraction-free, broadcast-quality HD.

More live guests. More compelling conversations.
Facilitate captivating real-time group conversations, paneldiscussions, and live interview after live interview with remote guests thatenhance the quality and credibility of your program.

Independent Control Interfaces
Easily set up a multi-operator production workflow, withseparate interfaces for call and production management. Skype TX Controlsoftware can be operated from the TalkShow VS 4000 system or installed onanother machine as a standalone call control center, allowing the producer tomanage calls and talent, while a production operator handles video and audio.

Group Or Queue Callers
Connect with any combination of guests from around the worldsimultaneously or in sequence, for compelling live conversation, expertanalysis, real-time commentary, and in-depth discussion.

Ip Networking
Receive video calls over IP anywhere on your network.Built-in NewTek NDI technology allows routing of Skype video calls to anycompatible NDI receiving device (including TriCaster and 3Play) while enablingselection of any NDI video source for return to caller over the network.

Advanced Audio
Deliver conversations that sound more professional.Independently adjust incoming and outgoing audio signals for thehighest-quality sound, with the only video calling system that offers built-ingain control, graphic equalizer, compressor/limiter, and noise gate settings.

Pristine Live Video
Ensure your guests look as good as they sound, with enhancedreal-time image processing and fully configurable correction tools, includingproc amp controls, auto color setting, and white balance-and clean,deinterlaced return video to caller.

Real-Time Call Monitoring
Conduct every call with complete confidence, by utilizinghigh-quality, full-motion video previews, accurate on-screen audio VU metering,and selectable multi-view display layouts with configurable monitor overlays.

Key Features

• 4 concurrent Skype video channels
• 4-in, 4-out HD-SDI connections
• Integrated NDI technology supporting input and output overIP
• Included NDI Webserver
• Tally notification on all call channels
• The most complete audio and video capabilities

Technical Specifications

Hardware Video Input
4 x HD-SDI with embedded audio
Hardware Video Output
4 x HD-SDI with embedded audio
Hardware Audio Input
4 x embedded SDI audio
2 x Balanced XLR (Line)
Hardware Audio Output
4 x embedded SDI audio
2 x Balanced XLR (Line)
IP Networking
Integrated NewTek Network Device Interface (NDI) technologyenabling transmission of A/V input and output signals over IP between TalkShowand other supported systems, including TriCaster, 3Play and a range ofthird-party solutions
Dante Audio Networking
Integrated Dante audio support, enabling TalkShow tointerface with other audio devices utilizing the Dante networking protocol fromAudinate
Call Recording
Supports full-bandwidth recording of call video and audio(optionally including return audio on separate channels) to external USB 3.0 orSAN storage
Video Configuration
Fully configurable color correction settings for eachincoming Skype video signal, including white balance, proc amp controls andauto color
Freely selectable video source for return to each Skypecaller
Audio Configuration
Fully configurable settings for each incoming Skype audiosignal, including gain control, seven-band equalizer, compressor/limiter, andnoise gate
Freely selectable audio source and mix-minus channel controlfor return to each Skype caller
Talk Back
Supports direct, off-air communication between operator andremote callers individually or as a group via headset (optionally configurablefor control via external GPI trigger)
Call Management
Supports multi-channel Skype TX call management locally orover IP via Skype TX controller application
Local production control supporting per-channelconfiguration of call video and audio, and Talk Back communication via TalkShowuser interface
Direct mouse and keyboard USB interface required
Local Monitoring
DVI and HDMI ports for connecting external monitors
Stereo 1/4” phone jack for local audio monitoring
Full-motion input and output video previews within userinterface, including optional picture-in-picture overlay of return video foreach call monitor
Configurable multi-view workspace, including selectablelayouts and optional overlays including title safe, 4:3 safe, center cross andVU meters
Audio VU metering
Output Video Formats
Configurable call video output resolution and frame rate,with support for NTSC and PAL formats
1080i – 25, 29.97, 30
1080p – 23.98, 24
720p – 50, 59.94, 60
576i (16:9 or 4:3) – 25
480i (16:9 or 4:3) – 29.97
Return Video Formats
Configurable return video input resolution and frame rate,with support for NTSC and PAL formats (available selections vary depending onoutput video format selected)
1080i – 29.97, 25
1080p – 30, 30 PsF, 24, 24 (Telecine), 25, 25 PsF
720p – 30, 25, 24
576i (16:9 or 4:3) – 25
480i (16:9 or 4:3) – 29.97
Watermark
Optionally supports Skype logo watermark on output
Tally
Supports hardware tally via HD15 GPI connector or networktally via NewTek NDI
GPI
HD15 GPI connector
Reference
Genlock input supporting SD (Bi-level) or HD (Tri-level)reference signals
+4dBU audio reference level
Signal Monitoring
Integrated Waveform and Vectorscope, full field rate withdigital calibration, color preview and support for ITU-R Rec. 601 and 709
Software
Microsoft Windows 10 OS, Skype TX 4 software, Skype TXcontroller application, and TalkShow control software
CPU
4th Generation i7 Quad-Core
Graphics
Intel HD4600 GPU
Memory
8Gb
Storage
120Gb internal SSD
Processing
Video: 4:4:4:4, 32-bit Floating Point
Audio: 4 channels, 96 kHz, 32-bit Floating Point
Standards
HD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 292M
SD-SDI video conforms to SMPTE 259M
Network
Dual gigabit Ethernet NIC supporting Skype TX calltransmission, NDI transmission to and from supported systems, Dante audionetworking, and local network traffic
Fail-Safe
Multi-tiered fail-safe system
Automatic failover to audio transmission with callersnapshot when bandwidth falls below operator-defined preset value
Comprehensive system restore operation
System Physical
1RU Rack Mount with 180W power supply (110-220V external;12V internal)
19.0 x 1.75 x 16.75 in (48.3 x 4.5 x 42.5 cm) with rack earsattached
15 lbs (6.8 kg)