At IBC2013, Softron has made available pre-release versions of OnTheAir Video Express and OnTheAir Video that now come with the new Smart Playout Engine.
Softron’s completely new Smart Playout Engine provides greater power and flexibility at the core of Softron’s applications. Outputting all major codecs including i-Frame, long-GOP, H.264, MPEG2, XDCAM HD in both QuickTime and MXF containers (without requiring any additional software). Intelligent resizing allows formats to be mixed and matched. By providing major increases in versatility and functionality, the new Smart Playout Engine allows Softron users to streamline infrastructure configurations, optimise workflow, and develop innovative ways to reach new audiences.
What’s new in OnTheAir Video Express 3.0b1 ?
What’s new in OnTheAir Video 3.0b1 ?
Important Notes
The new features: Dynamic Graphics Overlay and the streaming options will be rolled out very soon. All other options are available. Check the features comparison list available here.
OnTheAir Video Express now allows one output per application. If you want multiple outputs, you will need multiple licenses. Some codecs are not supported anymore. Check the list of supported codecs and file formats here (if it is not listed, it is most probably not supported)
OnTheAir Node will be released soon.
Find the UPGRADE that’s right for you !
If you already own a license and want to upgrade, check the Smart Playout Engine upgrade program page to easily find the upgrade for you ! Just select the product you have and which one you want to get.
Softron’s completely new Smart Playout Engine provides greater power and flexibility at the core of Softron’s applications. Outputting all major codecs including i-Frame, long-GOP, H.264, MPEG2, XDCAM HD in both QuickTime and MXF containers (without requiring any additional software). Intelligent resizing allows formats to be mixed and matched. By providing major increases in versatility and functionality, the new Smart Playout Engine allows Softron users to streamline infrastructure configurations, optimise workflow, and develop innovative ways to reach new audiences.
What’s new in OnTheAir Video Express 3.0b1 ?
- New Smart Playout Engine (instead of QuickTime APIs)
- Built-in support for Avid DNxHD® and many other codecs
- Built-in support for MXF (no additional component required)
- Mix-and-match HD and SD (Fill, Letterbox, Pan-and-scan). Also in YUV.
- Seamless playback
- Seamless Loop
- Improved support for multiple outputs using AJA cards
- Disable Playback Controls and hide Thumbnails features
- Support for undo/redo
What’s new in OnTheAir Video 3.0b1 ?
- New Smart Playout Engine (instead of QuickTime APIs)
- Built-in support for much more codecs. Long GOPs are now supported! => you can play H.264, XDCAM, ...
- Built-in support for Avid DNxHD®
- Built-in support for MXF (no additional component required)
- Smart resize: Mix-and-match HD and SD (Fill, Letterbox, Pan-and-scan) = improved quality compared to OnTheAir Video Express. Also in YUV.
- Improved support for audio configurations (5.1 tracks, etc)
- Position playhead randomly in playlist clips (to check transitions, etc)
- Improved support for multiple outputs using AJA cards
- Support for undo/redo
- New user interface
Important Notes
The new features: Dynamic Graphics Overlay and the streaming options will be rolled out very soon. All other options are available. Check the features comparison list available here.
OnTheAir Video Express now allows one output per application. If you want multiple outputs, you will need multiple licenses. Some codecs are not supported anymore. Check the list of supported codecs and file formats here (if it is not listed, it is most probably not supported)
OnTheAir Node will be released soon.
Find the UPGRADE that’s right for you !
If you already own a license and want to upgrade, check the Smart Playout Engine upgrade program page to easily find the upgrade for you ! Just select the product you have and which one you want to get.