Rode RØDECASTER VIDEO CORE Video And Audio Production Console

Rode RØDECASTER VIDEO CORE Video And Audio Production ConsoleThe RDECaster Video Core is an innovative all in one console for video and audio production, delivering a complete solution for producing professional content. Designed for software based control or as part of a modular production system with RDECaster Sync, it offers the same advanced capabilities of the RDECaster Video in a streamlined form factor, combining powerful video switching, recording and production tools with a fully integrated

The RØDECaster Video Core is an innovative all-in-one console for video and audio production, delivering a complete solution for producing professional content. Designed for software-based control or as part of a modular production system with RØDECaster Sync, it offers the same advanced capabilities of the RØDECaster Video in a streamlined form factor, combining powerful video switching, recording and production tools with a fully integrated professional audio mixer. Providing seamless integration across RØDE audio devices including the RØDECaster Pro II and RØDECaster Duo, the RØDECaster Video Core offers maximum flexibility and ensures broadcast-quality results for video podcasts, live streams and studio productions.

Features

• Switch between up to four video sources and five fully customizable scenes
• High-performance octa-core CPU video and audio processor
• Three full HD (1080p) HDMI inputs with auto frame rate conversion and one configurable HDMI output for viewing program, preview and multi-view
• Two flexible USB-C ports for connecting select video and audio devices
• Two studio-grade Neutrik® combo jacks with ultra-low noise, high-gain Revolution Preamps™ for capturing pristine audio from XLR microphones, instruments or any other audio source
• Powerful APHEX® audio processing, including an EQ, compressor, noise gate, highpass filter, de-esser and the legendary Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™ and Compellor™ effects
• Connect to a RØDECaster Pro II or Duo using RØDECaster Sync, creating a fully integrated video and audio system, with hands-on control over your entire production alongside expanded inputs and outputs
• Connect an external SSD via USB to record video or output directly to a computer via UVC
• Support for network cameras (including PTZ operation) with up to four NDI inputs® and one output via Ethernet, plus dual-cam streaming with the free RØDE Capture app for iOS devices
• Media playback, keying, transitions, multi-source scenes, graphic overlays, audio mixing and advanced configuration via the RØDECaster App
• Remote control, user-assignable graphics and media, custom scene building, audio mixing and effects, and other advanced configuration options via RØDECaster App
• Intelligent auto-switching for seamless hands-free switching of video sources and scenes based on audio inputs
• Dual USB-C audio interfaces for simultaneous connection to two computers and/or mobile devices
• Stream directly to all major platforms via Ethernet and record directly to an external USB storage device, including isolated (ISO) recording for complete post-editing flexibility.
• Designed and made in RØDE’s state-of-the-art facilities in Sydney, Australia

Specifications

Video

• Video Input Feeds: 4 simultaneous
  
• HDMI Inputs: 3 type-A (HDMI 1.4b)
  
• USB (UVC) Inputs: 1 multi-function USB-C for UVC video
  
• HDMI Outputs: 1 configurable – Preview, Program, Multiview, Inputs 1 - 4
  
• Video Input Frame Rates:
  
  • 1920x1080p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
    
  • (HDMI only) 1920x1080i: 25, 29.97, 30
    
• Video Output Frame Rates: 1920x1080p: 24, 25, 30, 50, 60
  
• Video Streaming Standards: 1920x1080p: 23.98, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60
  
• Video Engine Format: 4:4:4 RGB / 8-bit
  
• HDMI Input Format: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV, 4:2:2 YUV / 8, 10, 12-bit
  
• USB (UVC) Input Format: 4:2:2 YUV, 4:2:0 YUV (NV12)
  
• HDMI Output Format: 4:4:4 RGB, 4:4:4 YUV / 8-bit
  
• USB (UVC) Output Format: 4:2:2 YUV / 8-bit
  
• Format and Frame Rate Converters: On all HDMI and USB inputs
  
• NDI Protocols: Single TCP, Multicast
  
• NDI Formats: Hx2, Hx3
  
• NDI Video Codecs: H.264, HEVC/H.265, 4:2:0, 8-bit
• NDI Audio Codecs: AAC-LC, L-PCM Stereo 2.0 at 48kHz
  
• NDI Interfaces: Wired Ethernet

Switching

• Total Number of Layers: 9 simultaneous in Preview and Program
  
• Downstream Keyers: 2 (overlays and logo)
  
• Chroma/Luma Keyers: 2 (Green, Blue, Luma)
  
• Media Players: 2 simultaneous
  
• Transitions: SMPTE wipes, dip and fade
  
• True Preview: Display complete scenes and overlays simultaneously in preview and program
  
• Generated Borders: All scenes
  
• Multiview
  
  • Program and preview
    
  • Live inputs, scene and media thumbnails
    
  • Audio mixer and channel status
    
  • Recording, network and storage status
    
  • Run time, date and time information
    
• Media Player
  
  • 24GB on-board storage
    
  • Videos: MP4
    
  • Images: PNG, JPG
    
  • Audio: WAV

Audio

• Analog Audio Inputs: 2 combo jacks (microphone, line or instrument) with Revolution Preamps™
• Digital Audio Inputs:
  • USB 1: 2-in/2-out or multichannel (20-in) output
  • USB 1 Chat (uses USB 1 port): 2-in/2-out with mix-minus
  • USB 2: 2-in/2-out with MFi support
  • USB 4 & 5: Compatible with RØDE USB microphones and RØDECaster Pro II and Duo
• Analog Audio Outputs: 2 headphone outputs (1/4-inch)
• Audio Processing:
  • APHEX® VoxLab™ Processing: per channel
  • Advanced APHEX® granular processing on each channel: Compressor, Equaliser (EQ), De-esser, Panning, Noise Gate, High-pass Filter, Aural Exciter™, Big Bottom™
• Preamps:
  • Frequency range: 20Hz – 20kHz
  • Input gain: up to 76dB Input
  • Equivalent Input Noise: -131.5dBV (A-weighted)
• Streaming Sample Rate / Bit Depth: 48kHz / 32-bit
• Recording Sample Rate / Bit Depth: 48kHz / 24-bit
• Audio Mixer:
  • 16 possible audio sources (9 stereo channels simultaneously): combo 1 and 2 (can be combined for stereo), video clips, sounds, HDMI 1, 2 and 3 (each can be split for two ;mono), 3 USB audio interfaces (computers), 2 hosting USB audio device (USB microphone), 4 network
  • 11 Outputs with Custom Routing: live mix, headphone 1, headphone 2, recording, USB 1 Chat, USB 1, USB 2, USB 4, USB 5, HDMI A, Network

Note: Each output can be independently configured with custom level, mute status and level offset settings for each of the 9 inputs.

Streaming, Recording and Software

• Direct Streaming: Real Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) over Ethernet
  
• Supported Platforms:
  
  • Youtube Live
    
  • Twitch Live
    
  • Facebook Live
    
  • Twitter/X Live
    
  • Custom server
    
• Network: Ethernet (10/100/1000 BaseT) for streaming, configuration, remote control with computer and overthe-air updates
  
• RØDECaster App Companion Software:
  
  • Scene builder: advanced construction of scenes and remote control of device
  • Auto-switching: configuration of automatic switching based on audio input
  • Audio mixer: advanced configuration and control of audio sources, processing and routing
  • Stream profiles: configuration for streaming settings and profiles
• Device configuration: advanced settings and customizations
  
• Storage Media: External USB mass storage device (exFAT format) for recordings
  
• Video Recording: Program feed as H.264/AVC MP4 file with embedded AAC stereo mix
  
• Isolated (ISO) Video Recording: 4 video inputs and 1 Program feed as independent H.264/AVC files (up to 1080p30)
  
• Audio Recording: Stereo mix WAV audio file
  
• Multitrack Audio Recording: 9 independent stereo WAV audio files
  
• Compatible Operating Systems:
  
  • macOS 11 or later
    
  • Windows 10 Version 1803 or later,
    
  • Windows 11

Power and Mechanical

• Power Supply Requirements: USB-C PD 45W, 20V 2.25A
  
• Weight (grams): 705
  
• Dimensions (millimeters):
  
  • Length: 239
    
  • Width: 125
    
  • Height: 45.5