Important news regarding NAB 2021
14 Sep 2021
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We have a lot of new product announcements to share, and we would have loved meeting you in person at NAB, but we know many of you will not be able to join us in person. 
 
So, we have decided to try out a new format this year, a more global approach that allows participation from the comfort and safety or your own home or office. During the week of NAB 2021, we will have a lot of online events in which you will be able to participate and interact with our team as if you were here in beautiful Las Vegas.
 
M|Family products are not available anymore
10 Sep 2021
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, M-Replay, M-Family, OnTheAir CG, OnTheAir Node, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Support

Due to the global chip shortage we are unfortunately not able to supply the M|xx bundles anymore. We will continue to support existing customers, including with the Apple Silicon compatibility, but we will not be able to sell new bundles. Of course, our software-only bundles (S|xx) remain available and can still be used with any supported Blackmagic, Deltacast or AJA interface.

NEW icons for our applications
02 Jun 2021
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GPICommander, MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, Multicam Logger, M-Replay, M-Family, News, OnTheAir CG, OnTheAir Live, OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, OnTheAir Switch, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Release Notes

We have new icons for all our "Universal" applications (the ones that can run natively on Apple Silicon computers).

Some of our applications may not have the new icon yet, and that's because they are not "Universal" yet, most probably because we are still waiting for a third-party libreary or framework to be universal. But stay tuned as we should receive these very soon. Read the following article for more information on the compatiblity with Apple Silicon Computers.

The new icons have been made by the studio MadebyHanna, we are forever grateful for such a beautiful job, thank you! These previous icons have been with us since more than 10 years, so these ones should be there for a while too.

RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.8.6
24 May 2020
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.8.6?

  • FIXED: Issue with Attributes not being read

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.8.5?

  • IMPROVED: Updated NDI SDK to version 4.5
  • IMPROVED: ATEM Plugin: Added support for new ATEM drivers
  • FIXED: Issues with the scheduler in some very specific cases when playback stops exactly at the moment the next event starts
  • FIXED: Issues with Contact Support which would not collect logs
  • FIXED: Issues with Auto-restart
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.8.4
16 Mar 2020
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.8.4?

  • FIXED: Issue with keying with Blackmagic Design devices (started with Node 3.8)
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.7.8
19 Jun 2019
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.7.8?

  • FIXED: Brought back support for DNxHD (in .mov containers)
  • FIXED: Inconsistencies with durations of clip using 23.98 fps
  • FIXED: Some issues with the plugin to control OnTheAir CG (Plugin version 3.0.9)
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.7.6
07 Apr 2019
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.7.6?

  • IMPROVED: Updated AJA SDK
  • FIXED: Possible issue when accessing multiple projects at the same time
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.7.5 and OnTheAir Manager 3.2.3
19 Feb 2019
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OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.7.5?

  • IMPROVED: Playback continues for some corrupted files with problematic frames at the end
  • IMPROVED: MPEG 4 files can now be decompressed again (note that this is not H.264 we are talking about but MPEG-4)
  • FIXED: Connection issues with the OnTheAir CG plugin
  • FIXED: Keying issues with AJA devices

What's new in OnTheAir Manager 3.2.3?

  • FIXED: A few UI issues in Mojave
  • FIXED: TC display issues in inspector
  • FIXED: Password in Keychain was not always remembered
  • FIXED: Display day now uses again preferred language in System prefs (was not automatic since 10.13)
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.7.4
13 Dec 2018
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.7.4?

  • IMPROVED: Updated AJA SDK to support AJA Io 4K Plus
  • FIXED: AJA: Issue when using reference input
  • FIXED: NDI: In DEMO mode, when pausing video, it would flash the demo frame
  • FIXED: Duration issue with some mpg files (would show a duration longer than what it actually is)
  • FIXED: A/V Desync when playing some mpg files
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.7.3
06 Nov 2018
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes
What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.7.3 ?
  • NEW: Added support for AJA Io 4K Plus (this required us to upgrade to the latest SDK)
  • NEW: Added support for CC embedded in MXF XDCAM files
  • NEW: Added support for CC embedded in MOV H.264 files
  • IMPROVED: Performances with UHD decompression
  • IMPROVED: Updated a few libraries and SDK used
  • FIXED: Added some safeguards to prevent issue when some dates were missing if a schedule was received with the REST API
  • FIXED: The "coming next" attribute could be triggered for all following clips
  • FIXED: The duration of some MXF files (for example the ones created by MovieRecorder 4) is now correct
  • FIXED: Possible crash when using 'Contact Support' on a computer not connected to the web
  • FIXED: Error outputting to some Blackmagic-Design devices with files containing CC
  • FIXED: CC was not supported on Deltacast devices
 
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.6.5
06 Jul 2018
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.6.5?

  • NEW: Added support for CC with MPEG files
  • FIXED: AJA Audio routing feature now properly set
  • FIXED: Detlatacst Cards: The reference input preference is now properly saved
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.6.4
30 Apr 2018
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OnTheAir Live, OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, Release, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.6.4?

  • NEW: Added support for Closed Captioning CEA-608 (Requires option)
  • IMPROVED: Added more info to the REST API playback status
  • IMPROVED: AJA devices: routing to Composite or component output
  • IMPROVED: Default NDI Source name now corresponds to the application name (was previously the computer's Bonjour name)
  • FIXED: Order of Nodes could be inverted in system preference pane + issues with Node 2 and 6
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.6.2
29 Jan 2018
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.6.2?

  • NEW: REST API: added a command to recue the current clip at any position
  • IMPROVED: "Contact Support" now allows to send larger files
  • FIXED: fixed bug where MediaItems would never be deleted when the corresponding files are deleted (or moved)

! WARNINGS: Version 3.6.2 now requires:

  • macOS 10.10 or later.
  • Blackmagic-Design drivers 10.9.5 and later
Last chance to update!
06 Dec 2017
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News, OnTheAir CG, OnTheAir Node, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Support

On January 1st, 2018, we will stop selling upgrades from our "old" playback applications to the latest and greatest versions.

Versions impacted by the change:

  • OnTheAir CG 1.x
  • OnTheAir Node 1.x
  • OnTheAir Video Express 1.x
  • OnTheAir Video 1.x
  • OnTheAir Video 2.x

If you still own one of the licenses above and did not upgrade yet, it is the best time to do it. After January 1st, 2018, you will have to purchase a full license if you want to upgrade.

So don't wait any longer. Our latest playout applications (now all in version 3) offer great new features and improvments. 

Contact us if you want more info on the upgrade.

macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) Compatibility
26 Sep 2017
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GPICommander, MovieRecorder, MovieStreamer HLS, Multicam Logger, M-Family, M-Replay, New Versions, OnTheAir CG, OnTheAir Live, OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, OnTheAir Studio, OnTheAir Switch, OnTheAir Tools, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Release, Release Notes, Support

We are happy to say that we have been working on macOS High Sierra since a while and there is no known issue with the latest versions of our applications. If you want to upgrade, we recommend as usual to have a backup readily available so you can revert back just in case the upgrade does not go as smoothly as it has been for us. If you do so, and you are using a serial number, remember to deactivate your serial number before booting from a backup hard drive.

If you are using a dongle, make sure to update your Softron application to the latest version available from the downloads page (the ones released after September 10th, 2017) to ensure that your dongle license will be seen.

RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.5.4
26 Jun 2017
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OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new with  OnTheAir Node 3.5.4?

  • IMPROVED: You can now select the number of channels you want to install
  • IMPROVED: The Logo overlay settings are now disabled when the SMART engine is disabled
  • FIXED: issue when multiple devices using the same name were connected. (For example multiple UltraStudio 4K, or multiple AJA Io 4K)
  • FIXED: crash when playing wav files
  • FIXED: audio issues in 1080i29.97 when using the SMART engine with AJA devices
Last chance to upgrade your playout solutions
16 Jun 2017
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News, OnTheAir CG, OnTheAir Live, OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express
Please upgrade by August 31, 2017 !
 
In an ever-changing industry, we, too, must change with the times.  To stay relevant we sometimes release new versions of our applications, and when we do so we offer special discounted prices to upgrade from the previous versions.  In order that we may allocate our resources most efficiently (and thus keep our prices as low as possible), we will be limiting the window of opportunity on the discounted upgrade period to one year from the latest version’s release date. 
 
As such we want to inform you that Softron is phasing out the upgrade program on the legacy versions (releases prior to version 3.x) of OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, OnTheAir CG, and OnTheAir Node. This means that soon you will no longer be able to upgrade your older license(s) toward the purchase of the most current version; instead you will need to purchase a full new license (minor upgrades will still be free). If you have not done so yet, now is the time to upgrade! 
 
Don't be left behind! This is important and will help ensure full functionality as operating systems and hardware drivers evolve. You will enjoy such features as: NDI compatibility, a more streamlined workflow, support for the most current codecs and UHD formats, free customer support, and much more.
 
Don't wait! August 31, 2017 is the deadline. It should take only a few minutes to update your applications, and there are free demo copies of the latest releases on our website for you to evaluate and to see what you are missing: http://softron.tv/downloads.
 
Get caught up today, and be ready for the future. Upgrade now and save!
 
If you have questions, please contact us.
 
Thank you for using Softron!
RELEASE: OnTheAir Manager 3.1.1
03 May 2017
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OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Manager 3.1.1?

  • NEW: Added the ability to enable/disable the slave mode (unlock the slave Node, then right click on the lock and select "enable slave mode")
  • NEW: Even if an event is in Loop, we will still display the overrun and underrun information (so it is easier to schedule)
  • NEW: The duration of the selection is now shown (so you can know how long a given set of clips will last)
  • FIXED: Some issues with stick to next/previous
  • FIXED: When selecting all events by clicking on the top of the column, sometimes some events of the previous day were selected
  • FIXED: Issues when renaming categories
  • FIXED: Issues with the clip real start time and calculation of the underrun/overrun in the currently playing event (some fixes may require to update to OnTheAir Node 3.5 to be seen)
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.5 - Now with NDI™
24 Apr 2017
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New Versions, OnTheAir Node, Release, Release Notes

NDI™ is exciting, right? It's even better on the Mac! Softron is adding to the excitement by implementing NDI™ in all of our playout applications. Now, thanks to NDI™, you can transfer HD and 4K video over a simple ethernet cable. No need for routers or even SDI cables anymore. All this while preserving the ease-of-use and reliability of our products. 

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.5?

  • NEW: Support for NDI output
  • IMPROVED: <strong>Important behaviour change </strong>when reaching the end of the last clip in an event, instead of looping back to the beginning of the event, OnTheAir Node will stay on "hold last frame" of the clip.
  • IMPROVED: When a clip is paused, and user does a "skip to next", the playback starts again on the next clip (useful for Live events that were set to pause and that ends)
  • FIXED: Some "growing files" could remain opened even after they have been closed.
RELEASE: OnTheAir Node 3.4, OnTheAir Live and OnTheAir Manager 3.1
09 Feb 2017
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OnTheAir Live, OnTheAir Manager, OnTheAir Node, Release Notes

What's new in all 3 applications?

New driver requirements for Deltacast cards. You should use drivers 5.21 or later. Check the System Requirements.

  • NEW: Updated video devices SDK and frameworks (this is the main reason of the version number change)
  • IMPROVED: The menu "Contact Softron Support..." now gathers the unified logs of macOS Sierra
  • IMPROVED: Read performances on some network drives
  • IMPROVED: Scrubbing on some files
  • FIXED: Duration of still images was ignored
  • FIXED: Some DNxHD QuickTime mov files were indicated as not valid
  • FIXED: Playback of some H.264 files  
  • FIXED: Playback of some ProRes files on network drives

What's new in OnTheAir Node 3.4?

  • NEW: REST API: Added the ability to reload the schedule using a path 
  • NEW: CC is now also working for 720p and 1080p
  • NEW: AJA cards now appear/disappear in the list of playback devices when the device is connected/disconnected
  • IMPROVED: Error reporting when controlling Node via REST api
  • IMPROVED: Internal and External Key opacity are now done on Alpha
  • FIXED: DNxHD 440 RGB files in a YUV output
  • FIXED: Issues with the NodeCG plugin
  • FIXED: HDMI output with AJA Io 4K
  • FIXED: Issues with the REST API when using playlists
  • FIXED: Audio Issues with AJA devices (we can now only select minimum 6 channels)

What's new in OnTheAir Live 3.1?

  • IMPROVED: Connection/Disconnections with OnTheAir Node
  • FIXED: Issues when the media received from Node had some "nil" values

What's new in OnTheAir Manager 3.1?

  • NEW: Added EPG plugin for New Zealand
  • FIXED: LED status of backup Node is now the same as the main Node
  • FIXED: Some possible issues when importing playlists and schedules
  • FIXED: Issues when the media received from Node had some "nil" values