Open and powerful playout solution for the Mac

An affordable playout solution for live productions

Universal for version, optimised for Apple Silicon
Video Preview + Audio Vu-Meters
Automatic Folder-based Playlist
Auto-update modified clips
New "Clip end behaviour", "Play next" and "auto-cue"
Add "Comments" in a playlist
Disable Clips
Added support for DNxHR and AVC-Intra 200
Audio countdown announcements
Generate validation report

OnTheAir Video Express is an easy-to-use professional playout application. Create as many playlists as you want, and play them within seconds.

OnTheAir Video Express uses the same playout engine as OnTheAir Video without a few features less. Make sure to check the "Features" section to check the differences between each product.

Main features

Mix-and-match formats and codecs

Play multiple codecs, file types, formats and frame rates in the same playlist. Support for Apple ProRes®, AVC-Intra, Avid DNxHD®, H.264, HEVC, XDCAM and many more codecs. Multiple file types are supported: movie files (such as .mov, .MXF, .M2T, .M4V), still images or sound. (Check the list in the Tech Specs section.)

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.

Playout multiple channels on one Mac

With the Smart Playout Engine's unequaled efficiency, you can playout 8 channels of HD simultaneously on one Mac as the Smart Playout Engine (SPE) is optimized to take advantages of multiple cores. For that you will need the Multi version of OnTheAir Video Express, and to purchase one license of the software per channel you want to output.

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.

Buy or Upgrade

Buy OnTheAir Video Express 4

Buy Now (€ 695)

Price per channel (without option).

Make sure to test with our free DEMO version available for download before purchasing so you are sure it fits your need.

Available options

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 20 individual licenses, so you need to order one dongle per computer, not per channel.

Accessory Products

GPICommander - Hardware that connects with USB to your Mac and allows to send GPI triggers to other devices to control them, or being controlled by receiving GPI triggers.
OnTheAir CG - Application to overlay dynamic graphics on top of the video. Note that as OnTheAir Video Express does not have the "Actions" feature, it can't control OnTheAir CG, but still it can overlay graphics on top of it and being controlled manually.
Streaming Pack - With the Softron Streaming Pack, you can stream to RTMP, to YouTube, Wowza and more. (one license of MovieRecorder Express or MovieRecorder is required)

Upgrade from OnTheAir Video Express 3

Upgrade (€ 295)

Upgrade price from OnTheAir Video Express 3 to OnTheAir Video Express 4.

Crossgrades are available as well to upgrade from OnTheAir Video Express (3 or 4) to OnTheAir Video 4. Check with your reseller or our online store.

Downloads

Download OnTheAir Video Express

OnTheAir Video Express 4.1
Pre-release

OnTheAir Video Express 4
Version 4.0 - 21 May 2021

Important Modifications

OnTheAir Video Express 4 is a major version upgrade. There has been major changes that are important to know, so make sure to read the following article: What's new in OnTheAir Video (Express) 4 & Important warnings

Useful Resources

What's new in OnTheAir Video (Express) 4 & Important warnings
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, and drag and drop either the single application or the multiple applications folder in your "Applications" folder.
Warning! Do NOT run OnTheAir Video Express from your downloads folder or it will be quarantined. Always drag and drop from the Downloads folder to the Applications folder before using it.
Make sure also to download and install the drivers for your video device:

AJA Drivers

Blackmagic-Design Drivers

Deltacast Drivers
Recommended drivers for Intel

Deltacast Drivers
Recommended drivers for Apple Silicon

DEMO Limitations

In DEMO mode OnTheAir Video Express 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

Knowledge Base
Search the OnTheAir Video Express Help Center

Manuals & Quickstart

Resources

OnTheAir Video Express Quick Start Guide

OnTheAir Video Express Manual

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Product Features

Features

Main Features

Main Features
Typical Use (not exhaustive)	Ideal for News production or Live Shows. Plays most codecs, mix-and-match resize, GPI triggers, Cue mode, seamless playback, multiple outputs on one Mac, clip trimming, clip end behaviours, scrubbing
Supported File formats	QuickTime, MXF Op1a, Transport Stream (.ts), png, jpg, tif, tga… Check the complete list in the Tech specs section
Supported codecs	Most 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)	No*
Dynamic Graphics Overlay support	No*
Automatic Restart/Resume	No*
Smart Resize (better quality with interlaced formats)	No* Standard resize applied (without deinterlacing)
Manual Resize (per clip user defined)	No*
"Global" gain control	No*
Per clip Audio gain control	No*
Number of audio channels per video output	Depends on the video card used
Closed Captioning	No*
Timecode output	No*
Virtual output	Yes*
Built-in IP Streaming (without additional card)	No*
Streaming WITH an additional card (input)	Yes* - Additional software required (MovieStreamer HLS)
Schedule for 24/7 unattended playout	No*
Client/Server Architecture	No*
Multi-User Control	No Can only be controled from the local workstation OR using Apple Remote Desktop
Integration with Video routers	No*
Advanced Categories and clip attribute inheritance	No*
Automatic Resize (automatically resize clips to fit the video output)	Yes*
Media Management (Clip validation in Media Browser)	No* Can only be controled from the local workstation OR using Apple Remote Desktop
Automatic reconnection to file when becoming online/offline	No*
Master/Slave mode (for completely automatic redundancy)	No*
A/B Roll	No*

Video & Audio

Video Features
Video Engine	Smart Playout Engine (without Dynamic Graphics Overlay, nor intelligent resize, nor streaming capability)
Seamless playback	Yes*
Video Outputs	PCI Video Cards (AJA, Blackmagic-Design, Deltacast)
Video Outputs Modes	YUV and ARGB (depending on the card)
External and Internal Keying	Yes* The video card must support external and/or internal Keying in the resolution desired
Scrubbing (move playout at Time position)	Yes*
4K capable	Yes*
Supported File formats	QuickTime, MXF OP1a, Transport Stream (.ts), png, jpg, tif, tga… Check the complete list in the Tech specs section
Supported codecs	Most 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 installation	No*
Still image output	Yes*
Still logo overlay (png image)	No*
Dynamic Graphics Overlay support	No*
Automatic Resize (automatically resize clips to fit the video output)	Yes*
Smart Resize (better quality with interlaced formats)	No* Standard resize applied (without deinterlacing)
Manual Resize (per clip user defined)	No*
Built-in IP Streaming (without additional card)	No*
Streaming WITH an additional card (input)	Yes* - Additional software required (MovieStreamer HLS)
Audio/Video buffering	Yes*
Maximum Number of outputs per Mac without Dynamic Graphics Overlay, nor intelligent resize	4 HD (one license per output)
Option Needed for multiple output	Dynamic Graphics Overlay and Smart resize not available
Maximum Number of outputs per Mac with Dynamic Graphics Overlay, and intelligent resize	One full license per output
Frame Grab	Yes* Coming Soon !
Audio Features
Audio Destinations	Same as video output
Audio Fromat	Linear PCM, MP3, AAC
Can play audio only files	Yes Available Q4 2013
Multiple Audio Channels output	Yes*
Audio auto-mapping (using QuickTime track languages)	No*
Number of audio channels per video output	Depend on the video card used

Playlist & Schedule

Playlist Features
Generate As-run-logs	No*
Cue Mode	Yes*
A/B Roll	No*
Edit playlist while it is playing	Yes*
Show/Hide Thumbnails	Yes*
Trim clips	Yes* In Inspector
Audio preview in Inspector	Yes* Not yet implemented. Coming soon.
Import ASCII playlists	No*
Cross vpls Playlist support	Open all vpls playlists (but can not save in .vpls, only in .xpls)
Scheduling Features
Scheduled Playout	No*
Event Fixed start time	No*
Import Schedules	No*
Live Events	No*
iCal Like Scheduling (Graphical Calendar UI)	No*
Dynamic Calendar Display Resize	No*
Event & Playlist Categoires	No*
Category Inheritance	No*
Hierarchical Playlists	No*
Repeat Events (Alias) by Day, Weekdays, Weekend days, Month	No*
Duplicate Events	No*
"Stick" Events to close gaps in scheduling	No*
Real-time display of overruns and underruns	No*
Create and control multiple Schedules for multiple outputs using one single application	No*
Detailed Report of all coming Offline Clips, Missing playlists, Overrun, Underrun in Schedule	No*
Generate As-run-logs	No*

Media Management

Media Management Features
Media Cataloging	No*
Media Validation	No*
Finder Label	Yes*
Clip relative path (Clips Folder root)	Yes*
Clip Trimming	Yes*
Clip Splitting	Yes*
Reference Movie	Yes*
MXF Files support	Yes*
Still image support	Yes*
Resize clip manually	No*
Position Clip in frame (when resized)	No*
Clip end Behaviors	Only normal = relative to playlist behavior (chain mode or not)
Create Offline Clip (to program a clip that is not yet present on disk)	No*
Create Live Clip	No*
Auto Detection of Offline Clips and auto-recovery (in Media List and Playlists)	No*

Other Features

External Devices Control
Remotely Controlable by Telnet	No*
Remotely Controlable by a REST API	No*
AppleScriptable	No*
Control Matrix Video Routers	No*
GPI output	Yes* (requires GPI Commander Box but doesn't require the extra software as support is built in)
GPI input	Yes* (requires GPI Commander Box but doesn't require the extra software as support is built in)
MIDI Controlable	No*
Secondary Events	No*
Integration with EAS encoders/decoders	No*
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 Cards	All 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)	No* monitor required for playout (Open GL not needed)

Codecs

Video Codecs
Animation	No*
Apple Intermediate Codec	No*
Apple Pixlet Video	No*
Apple ProRes 422 Family	Yes*
Apple ProRes 4444	Yes*
AVC-Intra (50 & 100)	Yes*
AVCHD	Yes*
Avid DNxHD	Yes*
DV-PAL	Yes*
DV/DVCPRO-NTSC	Yes*
DVCPro-PAL	Yes*
DVCPro HD	Yes*
DVCPro 50	Yes*
Flash	No*
H.264	Yes*
HDV	Yes*
JPEG 2000	No*
MPEG IMX (30/40/50)	Yes*
MPEG-2	Yes*
MPEG-4 Video	Yes*
None	Yes*
Photo-JPEG	Yes*
Uncompressed	Yes*
XDCAM EX	Yes*
XDCAM HD	Yes*
XDCAM HD422	Yes*
Audio Codecs
AAC	Yes*
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 (only the first image)	Yes* Oly 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*

Features and Technical Specifications

Technical Specifications

Introduction

OnTheAir Video (Express) is ideal for News production or Live Shows. Plays most codecs, mix-and-match resize, GPI triggers, Cue mode, seamless playback, multiple outputs on one Mac, clip trimming, clip end behaviours, scrubbing,...

New in OnTheAir Video Express 4 and OnTheAir Video 4

Features:	OnTheAir Video Express	OnTheAir Video
Full Compatibility with macOS Big Sur (or later)	✅	✅
Universal	✅	✅
NDI Compatibility with Mac Silicon Computers	✅	✅
Video Preview + Audio Vu-Meters	✅	✅
Secondary Audio Output	❌	✅
Built-in Dynamic Graphics Overlay (Requires DGO option)	❌	✅
Transitions	❌	✅
New Completely Revamped Scheduler	❌	✅
Stream Clips	❌	✅
Improved Actions	❌	✅
Countdown Until next Live Event	❌	✅
Auto-update Modified Clips	✅	✅
Automatic Folder-based Playlist	✅	✅
Audio Countdown Annoucements	✅	✅
New Controls in Inspector Timeline (go to TC in current position field)	✅	✅
Shuffle Playback	✅	✅
Rename Clips	✅	✅
Disable Clips	✅	✅
New Clip End Behaviours ("Cue Next Clip" and "Play Next"")	✅	✅
Auto-cue Next Clip	✅	✅
Add Comments in playlist	✅	✅
Support for DNxHR and AVC-Intra-200	✅	✅
Validation Report	❌	✅
Support for OP47 Subtiltling (Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Support for .SRT sidecars files with Closed Captioning (CEA608, CEA708) and OP47 (Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Support for .STL sidecars files with OP47 (Not with CEA608, CEA708 - Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Support for SCTE-35 triggers(Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Ability to control a VideoHub or a Ross video router	❌	✅
REST API	❌	✅

Features

SUPPORTED DEVICES

	OnTheAir Video Express	OnTheAir Video
Devices from AJA and Blackmagic-Design	✅	✅
M\|family	✅	✅
NDI	✅	✅
External Audio Output	❌	✅

MAIN FEATURES

	OnTheAir Video Express	OnTheAir Video
Smart Resize and Graphics	❌	✅
Dynamic Graphics Overlay (With OnTheAir CG)	❌	✅
Dynamic Graphics Overlay (with paid DGO option built-in	❌	✅
Video Preview + Audio Vu-Meters	✅	✅
Secondary Audio Output	❌	✅
Transitions	❌	✅
Scheduler	❌	✅
Stream Clips	❌	✅
Actions (for Secondary Events)	❌	✅

OTHER FEATURES

	OnTheAir Video Express	OnTheAir Video
Countdown Until next Live Event	❌	✅
Auto-update Modified Clips	✅	✅
Automatic Folder-based Playlist	✅	✅
Audio Countdown Annoucements	✅	✅
Shuffle Playback	✅	✅
Rename Clips	✅	✅
Disable Clips	✅	✅
Auto-cue Next Clip	✅	✅
Add Comments in playlist	✅	✅
Validation Report	❌	✅
Support for OP47 Subtiltling (Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Support for .SRT sidecars files with Closed Captioning (CEA608, CEA708) and OP47 (Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Support for .STL sidecars files with OP47 (Not with CEA608, CEA708 - Requires CC option)	❌	✅

INTEGRATION AND CONTROLS

	OnTheAir Video Express	OnTheAir Video
Remotely Control other OnTheAir Video (Express)	❌	✅ Not available yet
Remotely Controllable using a REST API	❌	✅
Trigger Actions (Secondary Events)	❌	✅
Send SCTE-35 triggers (in SDI - Requires CC option)	❌	✅
Control VideoHub or Ross video router	❌	✅
Control by GPI triggers (Requires GPICommander box)	✅	✅
Send GPI triggers (Requires GPICommander)	✅	✅
Control from Elgato's Stream Deck	✅	✅
Controllable via AppleScript	❌	✅

System Requirements

SUPPORTED MACOS VERSIONS

Version	Monterey 12.00	Big Sur 11.00	Catalina 10.15	Mojave 10.14	High Sierra 10.13	Sierra 10.12	El Capitan 10.11	Yosemite 10.10	Mavericks 10.9	M. Lion 10.8
4.0	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
3.8			✅	✅	✅	✅
3.6 to 3.7			✅	✅	✅	✅	✅	✅
3.2 to 3.5						✅	✅	✅	✅
3.0 to 3.1						✅	✅	✅	✅	✅

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

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 10.15.5 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 Intel iMacs (not on Apple Silicon and only with version 3 of OnTheAir Video, OnTheAir Node or OnTheAir CG, there is no issue with version 4 of these applications). 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 Intel MacBook Pros and Intel iMacs (not on Apple Silicon) have a bug with macOS OpenGL, and you won't be able to use the SMART playout engine of OnTheAir Video 3, OnTheAir Node 3 or OnTheAir CG 3 (there is no issue with version 4 of these applications). 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. Make sure to check the required drivers depending on the macOS and Softron software version
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.

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.

Supported Outputs

Compatibility chart - AJA drivers

Application 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	12.4.2	latest
Version 3.8 until 4.0	15.0	latest
Version 4.0.1 and later	Intel: 15.0 Apple Silicon: 16.1	latest

WARNING: Some AJA devices need to use the latest SDK in our applications. Make sure to check which application version support your device in our help center article.

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 until 3.5	10.3.1	latest drivers
Version 3.6 and 3.7	10.9.5	latest drivers
Version 3.8	11.0	latest drivers
Version 4.0 and later	Intel: 11.0 or later Apple Silicon: 12.0 or later	latest drivers

WARNINGS:

macOS 11 (Big Sur) requires Blackmagic-Design drivers 11.7 or later.

Compatibility chart - Deltacast drivers

Application 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 until 3.7	5.21	latest
Version 3.8 until 4.0	5.21	latest
Version 4.0.1 and later	Intel: 6.15.01 Apple Silicon: 6.17 Universal beta 1	Intel: latest intel version Apple Silicon: latest universal version

* WARNINGS:

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

Compatibility chart - NDI®

Feature	First Version
First version with NDI for Intel	3.5
First version with NDI for Apple Silicon	4.0

Codecs & Formats

Video Codecs

Animation	❌
Apple Intermediate Codec	❌
Apple Pixlet Video	❌
Apple ProRes 422 Family (Proxy, 422, LT, HQ)	✅
Apple ProRes 4444 (4444, XQ)	✅
Apple ProRes RAW	❌
AVC-Intra (50, 100, 200)	✅
AVCHD	✅
Avid DNxHD	✅
Avid DNxHR	✅
Blackmagic RAW	❌
DV-PAL	✅
DV/DVCPRO-NTSC	✅
DVCPro-PAL	✅
DVCPro HD	✅
DVCPro 50	✅
H.264	✅
HDV	✅
HEVC	✅
JPEG 2000	❌
MPEG IMX (30/40/50)	✅
MPEG-2	✅
MPEG-4 Video	✅
Photo-JPEG	✅
Speed HQ	✅
Uncompressed	✅
XAVC	❌
XDCAM EX	✅
XDCAM HD	✅
XDCAM HD422	✅

* 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	✅
AC3	❌
Apple Lossless	✅
MP2	✅
MP3	✅
Linear PCM	✅

Video Wrappers

AVI	✅
DV	✅
M2T	✅
M2V	✅
M4P (From iTunes with DRM)	❌
M4V	✅
MP2	✅
MP4	✅
MPEG	✅
MPG	✅
MXF OP1a	✅
MXF OP-Atom	❌
QuickTime (MOV)	✅
Transport Stream (ts)	✅

Still Image Formats

BMP	✅
PSD	✅
GIF	✅ (Only the first image)
Dicom	❌
EPS	❌
IFF	❌
JPEG	✅
JPEG 2000	✅
PCX	❌
PDF	❌
Photoshop Raw	❌
Pixar	❌
PNG	✅
Portable Bit Map	❌
Targa	✅
TIFF	✅

Stream Clips Types

RTSP	✅
RTMP	✅
TCP	✅
HLS	✅

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.