NewTek TalkShow VS 4000 Multi Channel Video Calling

TalkShow VS 4000 is the professional, multi-channel video calling system designed to simultaneously connect you with up to 4 remote guests - regardless of location - in real time and deliver distraction-free, broadcast-quality HD content with complete production control. Reach 300 million monthly Skype users with • 4 concurrent Skype video channels • 4-in, 4-out HD-SDI connections • Integrated NDI technology supporting input and output over IP • Included NDI Webserver • Tally notification on all call channels • The most complete audio and video capabilities Go live to the field or to anyone in the world you can reach online, immediately - with the facility-class video calling solution for delivering live, production-ready Skype video calls for both SDI and IP live production workflows. Essentials Broadcast-Style Video from Regular Skype Calls With automatic aspect ratio conversions and balanced audio and without requiring a scan converter. Optimized On-Air Video NewTek's proprietary, real-time video processing engine incorporates superb scaling, format conversion, aspect and color correction routines; limit return video resolution in order to prioritize the quality of incoming call video. Built-In Video Quality Checks Failover to a custom, still image when unforeseen bandwidth constraints occur below operator-defined preset value. SDI I/O Output a live video call to any SDI production switcher or router and accept any SDI input source to send a return signal back to the remote caller over Skype. Multiple, Simultaneous Skype Calls Group call or queue any combination of 4 contacts on TalkShow VS 4000 or stack multiple TalkShow VS 100 units, managing all calls within a single interface. Access to Anyone with a Skype Account ...and to anyone else who downloads and installs the Skype app on their device and signs up for an account. Looking at other Skype TX solutions? Look no further. Only TalkShow gives you complete control of the entire video calling workflow - before, during and even after the show. TalkShow Exclusive Advantage Other video calling production systems just pass a studio-grade Skype call through to a switcher. With TalkShow, you can make every call higher quality, more efficient and more like network TV along the way - and it will continue to work harder for you, even when the show is over. Because only TalkShow allows complete control of the entire video calling workflow - before, during and after the call. Setup Video Over IP Integrate TalkShow into IP video workflows via NDI, NewTek's innovative Network Device Interface technology, which allows TalkShow to send Skype video calls across a standard network to TriCaster and other NDI-enabled systems and devices and receive NDI video sources over IP for return to caller. TriCaster will also send a tally notification downstream to TalkShow to indicate when a Skype call is on air. Small and Simple Why take up precious space? Each TalkShow system occupies only 1RU of your rack - integrating easily into any facility, control room or production environment, whether in single or multi-unit installations. Better Return Sound With TalkShow's exclusive support for multi-channel audio on input for signals coming into the system over the network or SDI, operators can have multiple, selectable audio feeds - such as mix-minus - available for use as the return audio back to the caller. Audio Over IP You heard right. In addition to audio over IP via NDI, TalkShow includes fully integrated Dante audio support, interfacing with other audio devices utilizing the Dante networking protocol from Audinate. In addition to sending and receiving audio over the network and versatile audio source selection, TalkShow supports extensive management of network audio signals, including gain, equalization, compression, metering and more. Signal Monitoring Calibrate your video and ensure your signals are broadcast-compliant with built-in waveform monitor and vector scope displays accessible right from the TalkShow VS 4000 user interface. System Restore TalkShow has a comprehensive restore function that allows the operator to undo system changes by returning to the factory default settings at any time. On-Air Talk Back Communicate off-air with Skype callers directly, with a headset and the click of a button - or an external GPI trigger. With TalkShow's Talk Back function, operators, producers or directors can speak with callers as easily as they do with in-studio talent and crew, enabling them to prepare callers, provide instructions and relay additional information before they go to air. Color Correction Outside the controlled studio environment, when lighting conditions or color characteristics are less than ideal, easily compensate with TalkShow. It's the only solution to include NewTek's fully configurable proc amp settings and auto color correction, so picture characteristics can be optimized dynamically in real-time - without requiring monitoring. Remote callers' video can be all over the place, but you can make sure your viewers see a professional presentation. Preview Monitoring The promise of full-motion Skype calls should pay off with full-motion previews, so operators know exactly how the call is proceeding. Where other solutions may make you rely on video previews with a frame rate of approximately 5 frames per second, TalkShow supports full-motion, high-quality video previews for real-time monitoring of input and output signals. Tally Support Always know who's talking. TalkShow is the only Skype TX solution to support a tally overlay visual for return to callers, indicating when they are on air. The tally overlay is customizable, allowing for a show logo or graphic of choice - not only to let callers know when their conversation is live, but to provide additional branding opportunities for your program as well. Professional Audio Tools Incoming and outgoing audio signals are fully configurable, with gain control, compressor/limiter and 7-band equalizer on inputs and outputs to enhance sound quality, adjust levels for consistency and prevent clipping or overdriving. TalkShow also includes VU meter displays that are configurable in all common professional audio scales, including dBFS, dBU and dBVU, for accurate, real-time audio monitoring. Configurable Monitoring TalkShow VS 4000 supports dual-display monitoring and control, optional picture-in-picture views of incoming and outgoing video signals and allows you select from different multi-view layouts and independently apply your choice of video overlays - including safe areas, center cross and audio VU meters - to each call monitor to configure the workspace to your preference. Available only in TalkShow VS 4000. Minimal Latency TalkShow is optimized to provide the lowest latency when integrated into and genlocked within broadcast environments. More live guests. More compelling conversations Facilitate captivating real-time group conversations, panel discussions and live interview after live interview with remote guests that enhance the quality and credibility of your program. Independent Control Interfaces Easily set up a multi-operator production workflow, with separate interfaces for call and production management. Skype TX Control software can be operated from the TalkShow VS 4000 system or installed on another machine as a standalone call control center, allowing the producer to manage calls and talent, while a production operator handles video and audio. Group or Queue Callers Connect with any combination of guests from around the world simultaneously or in sequence, for compelling live conversation, expert analysis, 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 any compatible NDI receiving device (including TriCaster and 3Play) while enabling selection 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 the highest-quality sound, with the only video calling system that offers built-in gain control, graphic equalizer, compressor/limiter and noise gate settings. Pristine Live Video Ensure your guests look as good as they sound, with enhanced real-time image processing and fully configurable correction tools, including proc 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 utilizing high-quality, full-motion video previews, accurate on-screen audio VU metering and selectable multi-view display layouts with configurable monitor overlays.