Definitions

NDI (Network Device Interface) enables high-definition video (and audio)(and control signals ) to be transmitted, received, and communicated over a computer network with low latency and high quality.

BirdDog PTZ (Pan, Tilt, Zoom) a type of camera that can be controlled remotely. NDI compatible so the video stream can be seen on the network

Disguise is a platform for creating and delivering complex graphics in real-time to any surface. Fully integrated software, hardware, services and tools for virtual production, and broadcast. Not cheap!

Resolume Resolume is a video mixing and performance software for DJs, VJs and live artists. Cheaper!
Disguise and Resolume both allow you to get video sources including PC’s onto your LED wall and apply effects and transition between sources.

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Dante is a network platform that enables audio (and video signal) to be sent over Ethernet cables with perfect fidelity via special dongle adaptors. Some audio equipment e.g. certain Yamaha mixers, feature a built-in Dante interface.

Unreal Computer game engine with many advanced features including N-display and LiveLink.

Livelink is an animation interface for streaming and receiving animation data from external sources e.g. Optitrack mocap system has a Livelink plugin for Unreal.

N-display Renders real-time content through multiple simultaneous displays. A network of computers render different parts of a scene, N-display puts it all together, controlled by one PC, to ensure content on various screens remains exactly in sync.

OSC Open Sound Control is a protocol for networking sound synthesizers, computers, and other multimedia devices for purposes such as musical performance. TouchOSC Unreal OSC Plugin

DMX Digital Multiplex is a protocol to control devices such as theatre lighting or fog machines. The signal is unidirectional, from the controller or first light, all the way to the last. In its basic form, DMX is just a protocol for lights, like MIDI is for music.

MIDI Musical Instrument Digital Interface, a technical standard that allows electronic musical instruments, computers, and other audio devices to communicate.

Discord is a free instant messaging & VoIP social platform allowing communication through voice calls, video calls, text messaging, and media.

WOW + FLUTTER are terms used to describe pitch variations in audio recordings caused by irregularities in the playback speed. Often used to describe issues with tape recording and playback systems, but can occur with turntables.

Canon dance technique -dancers take turns performing the same movement or phrase, starting at different times.

Optitrack Industry leading precision motion capture & 3D tracking systems for video game design, animation, virtual reality, robotics, and movement sciences.

Mocap Volume - the area within a mocap stage in which Motion Capture data can be acquired. Called a 'Volume' because the area has Length and Width and Height.

Rigidbody - an unbending solid object, a prop that can have 3 or more markers and be tracked in mocap software

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2024 September