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  2. OnTheAir Video

OnTheAir Video

An affordable playout solution for live and 24/7 operations

Open and powerful playout solution for the Mac

  • Dynamic Graphics Overlay (optional)
  • Transitions (NEW)
  • On-screen Preview (NEW
  • Mix-and-match 4K and HD contents in high quality
  • Support for Closed Captioning CEA-708 and CEA-608 or Subtitling OP47
  • Output to SDI or NDI®
  • Actions like secondary events to control CG, routers, ...
  •  

OnTheAir Video can be used for automated playout using its own scheduler or it can serve as a clip store for live news operations, local broadcast or live shows. Schedules can be created weeks in advance.

Thanks to its powerful Smart Playout Engine, OnTheAir Video supports multiple video formats such as Apple ProRes®, AVC-Intra®, Avid DNxHD®, H.264, HEVC, MPEG-2, MPEG-4, MPEG IMX, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD, etc... 

OnTheAir Video can also play different file types, such as QuickTime, MXF and transport stream (without an additional software) and even still images in png, tga, tiff, etc... It is also much flexible in terms of the audio formats that are supported (5.1 tracks for example).

All these files can be mixed within the same playlist, even using a different frame size. You will be able to choose an automatic resize mode (Fill, Pan-and-Scan, Letterbox), or decide a manual resize. The resize feature has been developed with quality in mind.

Combined with OnTheAir CG you can add Dynamic Graphics Overlay using the same video output (does not require an additional card thanks to the direct link between OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir CG).

And also, OnTheAir Video is the ideal solution for web-TVs on the Mac as it allows a direct connection with MovieRecorder (and the Softron Streaming Pack), in order to stream directly to the web without the need of an additional video card. MovieRecorder will "just" receive the frames from our playout engine and stream them to RTMP.

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Main features 
Mix-and-match multiple codecs

Play multiple codecs in the same playlist. Support for Apple ProRes®, AVC-Intra, Avid DNxHD®, H.264, XDCAM EX, XDCAM HD and many more codecs. (check the list in the Tech Specs section). You do not need to install any additional software or codec. You can even mix different resolution in the same playlist.

QuickTime, MXF and Transport Stream

You can play the standard QuickTime files (.mov), but also transport stream (.ts) or MXF (.MXF). The beauty is that you don't even need to install an additional software to read MXF files. They support for MXF files is built in the Smart Playout Engine.

Dynamic Graphics Overlay
The standard license of OnTheAir Video comes with a static logo overlay feature. Add a license of OnTheAir CG to allow the overlay of incredible graphics over your video, using the same video card. No need anymore to use an additional video card.

 

Smart Resize

The smart resize feature is available for OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Node. It offers a much better resize then the one offered by the basic resize feature of OnTheAir Video Express. With interlaced materials, OnTheAir Video (with the smart resize enabled) will produce a perfect resize. Check the screenshots below to see the difference, or check the video higher up on this page (the difference can only be seen in the higher resolutions 720p and 1080p)

 

Stream on the same Mac

If you are a Web-TV broadcasting only to the web, you will love this feature. With OnTheAir Video and the Softron Streaming Pack in MovieRecorder, you can stream your video directly to YouTube, Facebook, Twitch or your Wowza or RTMP Server. No need to have a video output device. 

 

Overlay Graphics also during Live shows !

Optional 

Use an additional video input on your Mac as a source for your Live shows. OnTheAir Video will overlay graphics on top of this video signal before it is either output to the video card or for streaming.

 

 

 

Supports NDI® Output

NDI® is an open, low-latency, video-over-IP protocol developed by NewTek, Inc. It uses a simple gigabit ethernet cable to transmit video and audio over a local area network between multiple video systems. Now, thanks to NDI®, you can transfer HD and 4K video over a simple Ethernet cable. There is no need for additional routers or even SDI cables anymore,  further demonstrating the ease-of-use and reliability of our products. NDI® opens the world to a different way of doing video production and to an ecosystem of devices supporting the protocol.

NDI® is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc.

Actions for secondary events

Thanks to its flexible system of "Actions", OnTheAir Video can take control of multiple external devices such as video routers (through RS232 or Ethernet), Character Generators, logo inserters (using GPI triggers). Actions can be triggered at any moment of a clip within a playlist.

 

Schedule your Playout for 24/7 unattended playout

OnTheAir Video is in use by many TV stations worldwide as their main automation software. Thanks to an easy to use scheduler, you can schedule playlists to be played automatically at given time of days. Prepare your playlists and schedules in advance and let OnTheAir Video do the rest. OnTheAir Video can play 24/7 for days and days without having to worry about it.

(XDCAM and the XDCAM logo are trademarks of Sony. HDV and the HDV logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan, Ltd. ProRes and QuickTime are trademarks of Apple Inc. Avid DNxHD, and Media Composer are trademarks or registered trademarks of Avid Technology, Inc.)

Buy OnTheAir Video or
download a fully functional demo.

Price
$ 2 495

Price per channel without options.

Available options
  • Closed Captioning - one option required per output.
  • Dongle - Instead of a serial number, receive a dongle that do not require activation. Ideal when you want to move your license around. One dongle can be used for up to 8 licenses (if multiple applications run on the same computer).
  • OnTheAir CG (separate application) - allows the overlay of dynamic graphics (static logo overlay is included in the standard license).
Upgrade from OnTheAir Video Express 3
$ 1 495

Upgrade price from OnTheAir Video Express 3 to OnTheAir Video 3.

Downloads

Download OnTheAir Video

  OnTheAir Video 4
Pre-Release version (Paid upgrade)

  OnTheAir Video 3
Version 3.8.6 - 17 July 2020

 

Useful Resources

  • Release Notes
  • System requirements: macOS or driver requirements may change between versions, so make sure to check.
  • Help Center: Includes a lot of useful information, sometimes not available in the user manual
  • User Manual
  • YouTube Channel

 

Installation instructions

Download the SINGLE version if you just need to play on one output, the Multi version to be able to play up to 8 streams on one Mac. Once downloaded, unzip the file, run the installer and select the number of channels you want to install.

Make sure also to download and install the drivers for your video device:

  • AJA,
  • Blackmagic-Design
  • Deltacast (For the M|Family).

DEMO Limitations

In DEMO mode OnTheAir Video outputs a blue DEMO frame at some intervals. That's the only limitation and difference. After your test, you will keep on using the same application, just with the demo mode unlocked
 

How to unlock the DEMO version ?

Purchase a license through one of our resellers or the Softron online store, then just activate your serial number in the License window or plug your dongle in the computer.
 

Upgrade/Update instructions

Just download the latest version and replace your previsous version. It is always recommended to run extensive tests with your specific workflow and setup before putting a new version in production. You can use a free demo version for that on a separate computer. Previous legacy versions are available from the general downloads page.

You do not need to deactivate and reactivate your serial number when updating your Softron software. Read the following article to know when to deactivate.

This software uses code of FFmpeg, licensed under the LGPLv2.1 and its source can be downloaded here.

 

Resources

Resouces

Introduction
Resources 
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Knowledge Base
Search the OnTheAir Video 3 Help Center
Manuals & Quickstart
Resources 
PDF icon OnTheAir Video - Quick Start Guide
PDF icon OnTheAir Video - User Manual
Sample Apple Scripts
Sample AppleScripts 
Package icon AppleScripts Samples to use Actions in OnTheAir Video
Package icon AppleScripts Samples to control OnTheAir Video
White Papers & How To
White Papers & How To 
PDF icon How to build a fully redundant playout and graphics system on the Mac ?
PDF icon How to time-slip with Softron Applications ?
PDF icon How to schedule for 24/7 playout with OnTheAir Video 3 ?
PDF icon How to use Actions (secondary events) with OnTheAir Video ?
PDF icon How to control OnTheAir Video by AppleScript ?

Product Features

Features

Main Features
Main Features
Typical Use (not exhaustive)All the features of OnTheAir Video Express and more: Dynamic graphics overlay (optional), Intelligent resize, built-in IP streaming, basic scheduling, AppleScript, MIDI, Secondary events, logo overlay
Supported File formatsQuickTime, MXF Op1a, Transport Stream (.ts), png, jpg, tif, tga… Check the complete list in the Tech specs section
Supported codecsMost i-frames and long-GOP codecs (Apple ProRes®, Avid DNxHD®, AVC-Intra, XDCAM,... Check the complete list in the Tech Specs section
Still logo overlay (png image)Yes* Using the same video output
Dynamic Graphics Overlay supportYes* - Additional software required (OnTheAir CG)
Automatic Resize (automatically resize clips to fit the video output)Yes*
Smart Resize (better quality with interlaced formats)Yes*
Manual Resize (per clip user defined)Yes* Coming Soon
"Global" gain controlYes* Coming Soon
Per clip Audio gain controlYes* Coming Soon
Number of audio channels per video outputDepend on the video card used
Closed CaptioningYes* (optional) Using a CEA-708 QuickTime Closed Captioning track. Only for HD formats. Other formats (both for the video and for the CC track) soon to come.
Timecode outputYes* (in VANC) Coming Soon
Virtual outputYes*
Built-in IP Streaming (without additional card)Yes* - Additional software required (MovieRecorder 3) No additional card required - available soon
Streaming WITH an additional card (input)Yes* - Additional software required (MovieStreamer HLS)
Schedule for 24/7 unattended playoutYes* The schedule is a text file that you edit with OnTheAir Tools. Note that the schedule feature of OnTheAir Video is not compatible with OnTheAir Manager (OnTheAir Node required).
Client/Server ArchitectureNo*
Multi-User ControlNo* Can only be controled from the local workstation OR using Apple Remote Desktop
Integration with Video routersYes* - Additional software required (OnTheAir Switch) Using Actions and AppleScripts
Advanced Categories and clip attribute inheritanceNo* Can only be controled from the local workstation OR using Apple Remote Desktop
Automatic Restart/ResumeNo*
Media Management (Clip validation in Media Browser)No*
Automatic reconnection to file when becoming online/offlineNo*
Master/Slave mode (for completely automatic redundancy)No*
A/B RollNo*
Video & Audio
Video Features
Video EngineSmart Playout Engine (FULL)
Seamless playbackYes*
Video OutputsPCI Video Cards (AJA, Blackmagic-Design, Deltacast)
Video Outputs ModesYUV and ARGB (depending on the card)
External and Internal KeyingYes* The video card must support external and/or internal Keying in the resolution desired
Scrubbing (move playout at Time position)Yes*
4K capableYes* (In "standard mode", i.e. without Dynamic Graphics Overlay, no logo, no intelligent resize, or streaming)
Supported File formatsQuickTime, MXF OP1a, Transport Stream (.ts), png, jpg, tif, tga… Check the complete list in the Tech specs section
Supported codecsMost i-frames and long-GPO codecs (Apple ProRes®, Avid DNxHD®, AVC-Intra, XDCAM,... Check the complete list in the Tech Specs section
Requires QuickTime codecs installationNo*
Still image outputYes*
Still logo overlay (png image)Yes* No additional card required
Dynamic Graphics Overlay supportYes* - Additional software required (OnTheAir CG)
Automatic Resize (automatically resize clips to fit the video output)Yes*
Smart Resize (better quality with interlaced formats)Yes*
Manual Resize (per clip user defined)Yes*
Built-in IP Streaming (without additional card)Yes* - Additional software required (MovieRecorder 3) No additional card required - available soon
Streaming WITH an additional card (input)Yes* - Additional software required (MovieStreamer HLS)
Audio/Video bufferingYes*
Maximum Number of outputs per Mac without Dynamic Graphics Overlay, nor intelligent resize4 HD (one license per output)
Option Needed for multiple output1 (Subject to hardware)
Maximum Number of outputs per Mac with Dynamic Graphics Overlay, and intelligent resizeOne full license per output with all options
Frame GrabYes* Coming Soon !
Audio Features
Audio DestinationsSame as video output
Audio FromatLinear PCM, MP3, AAC
Can play audio only filesYes* Available Q4 2013
Multiple Audio Channels outputYes*
Audio auto-mapping (using QuickTime track languages)Yes*
Number of audio channels per video outputDepend on the video output device
Playlist & Schedule
Playlist Features
Generate As-run-logsYes*
Cue ModeYes*
A/B RollNo*
Edit playlist while it is playingYes*
Show/Hide ThumbnailsYes*
Trim clipsYes*
Audio preview in InspectorYes*
Import ASCII playlistsYes*
Cross vpls Playlist supportOpen all vpls playlists (but can not save in .vpls, only in .xpls)
Scheduling Features
Scheduled PlayoutYes* (option included in standard license)
Event Fixed start timeYes*
Import SchedulesOpen all vpls playlists
Live EventsYes* (Use live sources such as video devices, NDI, or direct link)
iCal Like Scheduling (Graphical Calendar UI)No*
Dynamic Calendar Display ResizeNo*
Event & Playlist CategoiresNo*
Category InheritanceNo*
Hierarchical PlaylistsNo*
Repeat Events (Alias) by Day, Weekdays, Weekend days, MonthNo*
Duplicate EventsNo*
"Stick" Events to close gaps in schedulingNo*
Real-time display of overruns and underrunsNo*
Create and control multiple Schedules for multiple outputs using one single applicationNo*
Detailed Report of all coming Offline Clips, Missing playlists, Overrun, Underrun in ScheduleNo*
Generate As-run-logsYes*
Media Management
Media Management Features
Media CatalogingNo*
Media ValidationNo*
Finder LabelYes*
Clip TrimmingYes*
Clip SplittingYes*
Reference MovieYes*
MXF Files supportYes*
Still image supportYes*
Resize clip manuallyNo* (Coming soon)
Position Clip in frame (when resized)No* (Coming soon)
Clip end BehaviorsNormal, Stop at End, Hold Last Frame, Play Next Clip, Loop
Create Offline Clip (to program a clip that is not yet present on disk)Yes*
Create Live ClipYes*
Auto Detection of Offline Clips and auto-recovery (in Media List and Playlists)No*
Other Features
External Devices Control
Remotely Controlable by TelnetNo*
Remotely Controlable by a REST APINo*
AppleScriptableYes*
Control Matrix Video RoutersYes* (requires OnTheAir Switch application - check the list of supported video routers on product page)
GPI outputYes* (requires GPI Commander Box but doesn't require the extra software as support is built in)
GPI inputYes* (requires GPI Commander Box but doesn't require the extra software as support is built in)
MIDI ControlableYes*
Secondary EventsYes* (Actions)
Integration with EAS encoders/decodersNo*
System Requirements
Minimum System requirements (for one output)Mac Intel, OS 10.8.4, 4GB RAM
Minimum System requirements (for DUAL output)Mac Intel, OS 10.8.4, 8GB RAM Not with Dynamic Graphics Overlay, only video playout
Minimum System requirements (for QUAD output)Mac Intel, OS 10.8.4, 16GB RAM Not with Dynamic Graphics Overlay, only video playout
Supported Graphics CardsAll Graphic cards supported. If you use the Dynamic Graphics Overlay option or the Intelligent resize, you will need a higher end graphic card
Monitor Required ? (DVI Monitor, Mini DisplayPort Monitor or a Switch with Active ports needs to be connected to the MacPro, XServe, Mac mini)Yes* with Dynamic Graphics Overlay and Intelligent resize Click here to know how to keep Open GL active
Codecs
Video Codecs
AnimationNo*
Apple Intermediate CodecNo*
Apple Pixlet VideoNo*
Apple ProRes 422 FamilyYes*
Apple ProRes 4444Yes*
AVC-Intra (50 & 100)Yes*
AVCHDYes*
Avid DNxHDYes*
DV-PALYes*
DV/DVCPRO-NTSCYes*
DVCPro-PALYes*
DVCPro HDYes*
DVCPro 50Yes*
FlashNo*
H.264Yes*
HDVYes*
JPEG 2000No*
MPEG IMX (30/40/50)Yes*
MPEG-2Yes*
MPEG-4 VideoYes*
NoneYes*
Photo-JPEGYes*
UncompressedYes*
XDCAM EXYes*
XDCAM HDYes*
XDCAM HD422Yes*
Audio Codecs
AACYes*
Apple LosslessYes*
MP2Yes*
MP3Yes*
Linear PCMYes*
Video Wrappers
AVIYes*
DVYes*
M2TYes*
M2VYes*
M4P (From iTunes with DRM)No*
M4VYes*
MP2Yes*
MP4Yes*
MPEGYes*
MPGYes*
MXF OP1aYes*
MXF OP-AtomNo*
QuickTime (MOV)Yes*
Transport Stream (ts)Yes*
Still Image Formats
BMPYes*
PSDYes*
GIF (only the first image)Yes*
DicomNo*
EPSNo*
IFFNo*
JPEGYes*
JPEG 2000Yes*
PCXNo*
PDFNo*
Photoshop RawNo*
PixarNo*
PNGYes*
Portable Bit MapNo*
TargaYes*
TIFFYes*

Hardware Requirements and Specifications

Supported outputs

System Requirements
Compatible macOS
Version 3.0 and 3.1: macOS 10.8.5 until macOS 10.12.5
Version 3.2 and later: macOS 10.9.5 until macOS 10.12.5
Version 3.6 and later: macOS 10.10.5 until macOS 10.15.7 
Version 3.8 and later: macOS 10.12.5 until macOS 10.15.7
Version 4.0 and later: macOS 10.13.5 or later*
Required Version by some macOS Version macOS 10.13 to macOS 10.15: Version 3.6 or later (For dongle compatibility)
macOS 11 or later: Version 4.0 or later (Because of UI glitches in the playlist playback controls)
Recommended macOS (for latest version) macOS 10.14.6 or later*
Supported Mac computers
Intel Processors:
  • Version 3.0 until 3.8:  Warning there is an issue with the graphics cards of the latest Intel MacBook Pros and iMacs. Except for this limitation, all other computers should work provided the required macOS version above can be installed, and you have the appropriate resources for what you need to achieve. Don't do 4K on a 2010 MacBook Air...
  • Version 4.0 and later: A graphics card that supports Metal is required for the SMART Resize and Graphics option (OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Node).
Apple Silicon Processors: Version 4.0 and later
WARNING: With Apple Silicon processors, some third party libraries may not be able to run natively, so will have lower performances. Other libraries may not run at all. Check the following article to know more
Recommended RAM 4 GB for the first channel. Then add 2GB per additional channel.
Supported Graphics Cards
Version 3.0 until 3.8: A graphics card that supports Metal is recommended. WARNING: the latest MacBook Pros and iMacs have a bug with macOS OpenGL, and you won't be able to use the SMART playout engine of OnTheAir Video or OnTheAir Node. More info here...
Version 4.0 and later: Requires a graphics card that supports Metal for the SMART Resize and Graphics option (OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Node)... Check the list of Macs that support Metal.
Supported Outputs AJA, Blackmagic-Design, M|Family, NDI
Hardware acceleration to decode Apple ProRes 2019 Mac Pro, equipped with an "Afterburner card" and running macOS 10.15.2 or later and OnTheAir Video Express, OnTheAir Video or OnTheAir Node version 3.8 or later.
Hardware acceleration to decode H.264 Intel Processors: With all Mac computers with i5 or i7 processors, running macOS 10.9.5 or later for one channel. macOS 10.13 or later is required for multichannel support.
Apple Silicon Processors: All models support hardware acceleration, but they are more optimised for HEVC, so we recommend using HEVC whenever possible
Hardware acceleration to decode H.265 / HEVC Intel Processors: With all Mac computers with 6th generation of intel processors (2016 and later), running macOS 10.13 or later. Macs with M1 chips or later can support multichannels as well.
Apple Silicon Processors: All models support hardware acceleration, and are optimised for HEVC
Compatible Storage Most storage that can sustain the required constant read speed (depending on the number of channels, the codec and format). If you need to run tests, make sure to do long term tests.
Requires Monitor Connected Yes. Even if it should behave fine in most cases, it is recommended to keep a monitor connected at all times for best performances. Or you should make the macOS think that there is a monitor connected. Beware of some KVM switches that can cause interrupts in the signal.
Number of license required One complete license required per channel (source).

 

 

* We know that some of our users can not upgrade their macOS very often. This is why Softron tries to maintain compatibility with older versions of macOS as much as possible, but it is not always possible to achieve. Because Operating Systems are usually significantly improved over previous versions, Softron must use many of the more capable built-in functionalities inherent in Apple's latest OS releases. Failing to do so would mean that Softron software would essentially be blocked from using the new Frameworks provided in the OS. For this reason, Softron's free support is provided only on the current and previous macOS versions. Also, most of our tests will be done on these macOS versions, and only basic tests will be done on the previous OS. We will always try to help, but in some cases, the best solution is to upgrade your macOS to a more recent version.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Softron does not warrant that these recommended configurations will always meet specific user requirements. They are intended as guidelines and are based on extensive testing that Softron has done, they can be changed without notice. Hardware, drivers, software and operating systems change regularly and we advise users and prospective users to evaluate their requirements in their specific environment/workflow using Softron demo licenses that are available for downloading from Softron's web site.

 

 

 

 
Supp. output: AJA

 

Compatibility chart - AJA drivers

MovieRecorder Version First Supported Drivers Last Supported Drivers
Version 3.0 until 3.1 10.5.2 10.6.1
Version 3.2.x 10.5.2 12.2.2
Version 3.3.x 12.1.2 14.3
Version 3.4.x until 3.6.x 12.4.2 14.3
Version 3.7 and later 12.4.2 latest
Version 3.8 and later 15.0 latest

WARNING: Apple Silicon computers require AJA drivers 16.0 or later.

 

 

Supported devices

Most AJA devices are supported. For more information on the supported devices, the number of possible outputs and wether keying is supported or not, check this Help Center article.

IMPORTANT NOTE: When using AJA cards, there are specific setups, things to do and not to do that you should know before using them. Please read the article in our knowledge base that gives recommendations on using AJA devices with our ingest applications. You may also want to check if we did not issue a Warning for some cards or drivers.

 

Supp. output: Black Magic

 

Compatibility chart - Blackmagic-Design drivers

Application Version First Supported Drivers Last Supported Drivers
Version 3.0 until 3.1 9.9.3 10.3.7
Version 3.2 and later 10.3.1 latest drivers
Version 3.6 and later 10.9.5 latest drivers
Version 3.8 and later 11.0 latest drivers
Version 4.0 and later 11.5 latest drivers

WARNINGS:

  • macOS 11 (Big Sur) requires Blackmagic-Design drivers 11.7 or later.
  • Apple Silicon computers require Blackmagic-Design drivers 12 or later.

 

Supported devices

Most Blackmagic-Design devices are supported. For more information on the supported devices, the number of possible outputs and wether keying is supported or not, check this Help Center article.

 

Supp. output: Deltacast

 

Compatibility chart - Deltacast drivers

MovieRecorder Version First Supported Drivers Last Supported Drivers
Version 3.0 until 3.3.x 5.17 5.18
Version 3.4 until 3.5.1 5.21 6.01.01 (but not 6.0 nor 6.01)*
Version 3.5.4 and later 5.21 latest *
Version 3.8 and later 5.21 latest *

WARNINGS:

  • macOS 10.15 (Catalina) requires drivers version 6.13 or later
  • Apple Silicon computers require Deltacast drivers 6.16 or later.
  • You should only download the Deltacast drivers from our website. Indeed we validate them with our applications before putting them online.

 

Supported devices

Deltacast cards are OEM cards that we use for some of our M|Family products. They are usually not available for end users. We only validate using the deltacast cards that we provide. Other models may work, but not all have been tested. Check the list of supported video devices in our Help Center article.

 

Other Supp. outputs

 

Compatibility chart - Other outputs

Other Supported Outputs First Version to support it
NDI® 3.5. WARNING: Apple Silicon computers require NDI library 4.6 or later that will be available as soon as Newtek has made them available.

 

Supp. files/codecs

 

Video Codecs

Animation No
Apple Intermediate Codec No
Apple Pixlet Video No
Apple ProRes 422 Family (Proxy, 422, LT, HQ) Yes
Apple ProRes 4444 (4444, XQ) Yes
Apple ProRes RAW No
AVC-Intra (50, 100, 200) Yes
AVCHD Yes
Avid DNxHD Yes
Avid DNxHR Yes
Blackmagic RAW No
DV-PAL Yes
DV/DVCPRO-NTSC Yes
DVCPro-PAL Yes
DVCPro HD Yes
DVCPro 50 Yes
Flash No
H.264 Yes
HDV Yes
HEVC Yes*
JPEG 2000 No
MPEG IMX (30/40/50) Yes
MPEG-2 Yes
MPEG-4 Video Yes
None Yes
Photo-JPEG Yes
Uncompressed Yes
XAVC No
XDCAM EX Yes
XDCAM HD Yes
XDCAM HD422 Yes

* HEVC requires macOS 10.13 or later and a computer using a Intel Core processor Skylake or later (available in 2016 on the Mac)
 

 

 

Audio Codecs

AAC Yes
AC3 No
Apple Lossless Yes
MP2 Yes
MP3 Yes
Linear PCM Yes

 

Video Wrappers

AVI Yes
DV Yes
M2T Yes
M2V Yes
M4P (From iTunes with DRM) No
M4V Yes
MP2 Yes
MP4 Yes
MPEG Yes
MPG Yes
MXF OP1a Yes
MXF OP-Atom No
QuickTime (MOV) Yes
Transport Stream (ts) Yes

 

Still Image Formats

BMP Yes
PSD Yes
GIF Yes
Only the first image
Dicom No
EPS No
IFF No
JPEG Yes
JPEG 2000 Yes
PCX No
PDF No
Photoshop Raw No
Pixar No
PNG Yes
Portable Bit Map No
Targa Yes
TIFF Yes

Important Note: Some of the codecs above such as H.264 or MPEG2 can have a lot of variants. This is why we always recommend to have a procedure on how to create the files you put on air. So you are sure it will always behave well. If you receive files from external sources and you don't know how they were generated, it's always a good idea to test them before putting them on air. You can even test them on a different computer with a demo version of one of our playout application.
 

 

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Softron has team members in all time zones of the world. They can answer your questions in English, French, Spanish and Dutch.

Most questions however are answered already in our knowledge base. Don't forget to consult it first. It might be a huge time saver.