RELEASE: MovieRecorder 4.0.3 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0.3
20 Dec 2017
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, Release Notes

What's new in MovieRecorder 4.0.2 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0.2?

  • NEW: Improved "Reel" Metadata: Now with a stepper for easier control and the "Reel" token has been added in the custom naming in destinations
  • NEW: Added a "Single source web UI" option to remotely control just one source from a web browser (ideal to control from an iPhone or iPad)
  • IMPROVED: Added new Keyboard shortcuts (Lock/Unlock). Warning the Keyboard shortcut to show the log window is now "cmd+shift+L"
  • IMPROVED: Notifications when there are issues with the storage used (disk getting full or unmounting)
  • FIXED: Deinterlace feature now works in 8bit (still not compatible with 10bit sources) 
  • FIXED: Lock/unlock of remote sources protected with passsword
  • FIXED: Downscaling and Upscaling with AJA devices
  • FIXED: Compatibility issues with Deltacast 8C and 4C cards

What's new in MovieRecorder 4.0.2?

  • NEW: Added the ability to map up to 64 channels of audio in AVPresets (for Dante external audio devices for example)
  • IMPROVED: HDV Recommended preset is now using 4 mono tracks for compatibility with MXF XDCAM Muxing
  • FIXED: Issues with autos-plit when using XDCAM

What's new in MovieRecorder 4.0.3?

  • FIXED: MXF AVC-Intra and IMX
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.

RELEASE: MovieRecorder 4.0.1 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0.1
10 Nov 2017
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, Release Notes

What's new in MovieRecorder 4.0.1 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0.1 ?

  • NEW: Added Keyboard shortcuts to control the gang recordings
  • IMPROVED: Warnings and logs when there are issues with a destination. (Removed excessive logs)
  • IMPROVED: When an AVPreset is missing or is incompatible, it now shows a warning, instead of automatically reverting to the default AVPreset
  • IMPROVED: Contact Softron Support menu. Properly gathering the System profiler when using "Collect Log" only.
  • IMPROVED: Preview is Retina again
  • FIXED: Crash when the folder in the destination did not exist
RELEASE: OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Video Express 3.6.2
24 Oct 2017
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OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Release Notes

What's new in OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Video Express  3.6.2?

  • NEW: Added the ability to play H.265 (HEVC) files with hardware acceleration. Requires macOS 10.13 or later and a Mac using a 6th generation core intel processor or later
  • IMPROVED: Added new preferences when controlling the playback with ATEM Production Switchers
  • IMPROVED: When using the "Contact Support" feature, there is not anymore that 7MB limit for logs
  • FIXED: UI issues with macOS 10.13

! WARNINGS: Version 3.6.2 now requires:

  • macOS 10.10 or later.
  • Blackmagic-Design drivers 10.9.5 and later
RELEASE: MovieRecorder 4.0 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0
23 Oct 2017
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, Release, Release Notes

MovieRecorder 4.0 and MovieRecorder Express 4.0 are now out of beta. Enjoy!

RELEASE: MovieRecorder 3.6.1
23 Oct 2017
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, Release Notes

What's new in MovieRecorder 3.6.1?

  • IMPROVED: In VTR control, using the carriage return will exit the fields
  • IMPROVED: VTR control now sends the play command to VTR when using the "J" key the first time 
  • IMPROVED: "Contact Softron Support..." now does not have the 7MB limit anymore, which was often "crossed" with macOS 10.12 and later. Also the support team can now allow the upload of large files.
  • FIXED: Issue with some destinations (QuickTime segmented, none), encoder could stop if a wrong timestamp was received by the card
  • FIXED: Timecode accuracy when using a p50, p59.94 or p60 video source with a Timecode source at 25, 29.97 or 30
  • FIXED: Possible crashes when scheduled recording using AAC audio were starting immediately at the startup of the application

WARNING: Required Blackmagic-Design drivers is now 10.9.5 and later for this version (MovieRecorder 3.6 was 10.9.3 and later)

MovieRecorder 4 and MovieRecorder Express 4 available as beta versions
01 Oct 2017
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MovieRecorder, MovieRecorder Express, New Versions, Release Notes

These versions should already be quite stable, but we are fine tuning a few codecs performances, and some features. 

Feel free to test this version and stay tuned for future releases.

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.

NEW: MovieRecorder 4 and MovieRecorder Express 4
11 Sep 2017
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MovieRecorder, M-Family, News, Press Release, Release, Release Notes

Ten years after the release of the first version of MovieRecorder, we are bringing another major (r)evolution to ingest solutions with MovieRecorder 4 and MovieRecorder Express 4. We will be showing MovieRecorder 4 at IBC2017, stand 7.G12, so come by and see for yourself.

NEW in MovieRecorder 4:

  • Fully configurable user interface 
  • NDI® sources
  • External audio sources
  • Effects and overlays
  • HEVC (H.265) support
  • Save and restore configurations

MovieRecorder Express 4 is an entry-level version of MovieRecorder. It uses the same reliable recording engine and beautiful user interface as MovieRecorder 4, with the same outstanding features such as edit-while-ingest, NDI® sources, scheduling, remote control,...  But it limits some of the available features to make it even more affordable for everyone.

MovieRecorder 4 and MovieRecorder Express 4 will be available for purchase on October 1st, 2017. Contact us if you are interested in being part of the beta program when it's available.

RELEASE: OnTheAir CG 3.2.4
26 Jun 2017
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OnTheAir CG, Release Notes

This is a minor release, but with a major change: it now comes with an installer. Because of Gatekeeper we had to provide an installer.

BE AWARE that the OnTheAir CG will be installed in a folder named "OnTheAir CG", so you will have to delete the previous versions that were in folder named "OnTheAir CG 3". Make sure you also remove them from the dock so you actually start with the new version.

A few good news: There are some sample projects and html pages provided so you can actually get started with the wonders of the REST API. Get a web developer working on this to see all you can do with that. Contact us for more info if needed.

What's new with  OnTheAir Video CG 3.2.4?

  • FIXED: When a Live input from a direct link was not quit properly and it then came back on, there was an audio issue
  • FIXED: When multiple devices using the same name were connected, only one was seen. (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
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
RELEASE: OnTheAir Video and OnTheAir Video Express 3.5.4
26 Jun 2017
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OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, Release Notes

This is a minor release, but with a major change: it now comes with an installer. Because of Gatekeeper we had to provide an installer.

There are now only 2 different downloads (instead of 3): a single and a multi. The "Single" installer is for one channel only. The "Multi" installer is for 2 to 8 playout channels on the same Mac. During the installation process you will be able to choose the number of channels that you want to install. 

BE AWARE that the multi version will install in a folder named "OnTheAir Video", so you will have to delete the previous versions that were in folder named "DUAL" or "QUAD". Make sure you also remove them from the dock so you actually start with the new version.

A few good news: You can now install up to 8 channels of playout. If you install OnTheAir Video, there are optional AppleScript Samples that you can install. Installing Actions and OnTheAir Tools is also optional so you can really fine tune what you want to install.

What's new with  OnTheAir Video Express and OnTheAir Video 3.5.4?

  • FIXED: issue with the ATEM control that did not work anymore.
  • 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
  • FIXED: issue when a clip was offline and then became online. You could not drag and drop it.
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: MovieRecorder 3.5.5
29 Apr 2017
Filed in:
MovieRecorder, Release Notes

What's new in MovieRecorder 3.5.5?

  • FIXED: Compatibility of "Classic" growing files with Final Cut Pro X 10.3.3.
  • FIXED: "Tokens" in metadata were not easily readable (changed text color)
RELEASE: OnTheAir CG 3.2 - Now with NDI™
24 Apr 2017
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New Versions, OnTheAir CG, 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 CG 3.2?
 
  • NEW: Support for NDI output (even Fill & Key)
  • NEW: You can now select a folder where you will place your own web pages for easier integration with our REST API.
  • NEW: Password for remote control is now optional
  • IMPROVED: Fade and transparency is now done using alpha level and not intensity
  • FIXED: Some items would "blink" when using the "Push and crop" effect and using the "Stay forever"
  • FIXED: Some issues with RSS feeds
  • FIXED: The first letter of some characters was slightly cropped to the left
  • FIXED: Issues with rich etxt formatting in 10.10
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 Video and OnTheAir Video Express 3.5 - Now with NDI™
24 Apr 2017
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New Versions, OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Video Express, 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 Video and OnTheAir Video Express 3.5.1 ?
  • NEW: Support for NDI output
  • NEW: Support for control from Tricaster (when selecting the OTAV input in your Tricaster, playback will start automatically in OnTheAir Video)
  • FIXED: Issue when splitting the same clip multiple times in a row
  • FIXED: Issue with the "K" button to enable/disable keying

 

RELEASE: Multicam Logger 1.4.11
14 Apr 2017
Filed in:
Multicam Logger, Release Notes

What's new in Multicam Logger 1.4.11 ?

  • FIXED: Issues with GPICommander in Sierra
RELEASE: MovieRecorder 3.5.4
11 Apr 2017
Filed in:
MovieRecorder, Release Notes

What's new in MovieRecorder 3.5.4 ?

  • IMPROVED: Added extra logs to know the version of drivers, if a monitor is connected, etc...
  • FIXED: Issue introduced in 3.5.2 with the impossibility to use a modifier key in recording name field
  • FIXED: Issue with the custom counter tokens

What's new in MovieRecorder 3.5.2 ?

  • NEW: Added a "custom" autosplit duration
  • NEW: Added the ability to set a custom "Reel Name" to the QuickTime timecode track (set in the metadata popover)
  • NEW: Added a preference to set the "Quality" of the previews. This can help to ease up what is required from the Graphics card, specially when using multiple channels
  • IMPROVED: In custom naming, the "sample" can now be displayed on multiple lines
  • IMPROVED: Audio AAC preset now only correctly limit the bitrate to 160 kbps per channel
  • IMPROVED: Check for max bitrate depending on selected H.264 profile level
  • FIXED: When using Deltacast SDI embedded TC, the timecode was set to NDF
  • FIXED: In some rare case encoding could stop if the encoder needed to duplicate frames because the computer did not follow
  • FIXED: In "Classic" destinations, with drop frame timecodes, timecode could be wrong when recording stopped as it was saved as "non drop frame"