LightAct 4.6 is released!

We are extremely thrilled to be releasing LightAct 4.6. It is a major release that includes a number of upgrades that were suggested by our users.

Some of the areas of improvements are these:

  • faster workflows in Timeline windows
  • faster and easier workflows in Layer Layouts 
  • a new window dedicated to controlling LightAct with DMX
  • and much more

You can also watch this video for a quick rundown of what’s new.

If you want to go through a detailed list of the new features that we introduced head over to our Changelog.

LightAct 4.6.0 Changelog

We can’t wait to see what you are going to do with LightAct!

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LightAct launches LightTrack, a markerless tracking system!

Today, LightAct is launching LightTrack, a markerless tracking system. It is fully integrated into LightAct which means you get a tracking system and a media server in a single package.

It uses industrial Power-over-Ethernet depth cameras for tracking, so it works in daylight or complete darkness.

You can also enable Simulate mode, which allows you to preview your visuals without having to connect a single camera.

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Meet us at ISE in Barcelona!

This year we are participating in ISE show in Barcelona. Come and meet us on our stand 5L900 and let us walk you through some of the amazing new features we have created for you.

LightTrack

LightTrack, our markerless tracking system, is going to be prominently featured on our stand. It’s an easy-to-use tracking system that can bring interactivity to any space.

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A Range of New Servers

You wouldn’t believe, but we launched 4 new servers in recent months. They range from a tiny mini to the most powerful media server currently on the market called reActor xr2.

Explore our Hardware

LightAct 4.5.0

The 5th iteration of LightAct 4 brings massive workflow improvements, a plethora of new features so make sure to drop by and let us give you a quick tour through the software.

If you need an invite that will give you a free pass to the tradeshow, just contact us.

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We Expanded Software Licenses

At LightAct, our unwavering commitment lies in delivering top-tier audiovisual and multimedia tools to cater to a diverse user base. 

With this mission in mind, we upgraded LightAct software licenses so that they include a range of features that were previously limited to our servers only. This way, our solutions became much more accessible for smaller projects and installations that value cost efficiency.

LightAct Software Licenses now include LightNet, tracking and other advanced functionalities.

With this overarching goal in mind, we organised our software licensing into 4 tiers:

Creator

Creator is the Free license you’ve grown accustomed to. It hasn’t changed a bit. It still has all the features and outputs unlocked and you can save your work. The only drawback is that there is a watermark on all the outputs.

Basic

Basic license tier is what we have been offering so far as our software-only option. It’s a license tier designed for simpler installations and projects where a standalone server is enough.

Pro

Pro license tier is where the biggest change is. It’s a flexible and scalable license tier that comes, by default, with LightNet – our multi-server toolset.

On top of that, various add-ons unlock additional functionalities that were so far limited to our servers. These include all object and camera tracking technologies, Multi-User fuctionality, LightAct Manager and many others.

Unlimited

Unlimited license tier is our highest offering which is limited to our servers only. This part hasn’t changed.

We believe this reorganisation of our software licenses, especially the addition of Pro license tier, will empower users further by giving them more options for a wide range of projects.

Explore all the details about the software licenses below and let us know what you think.

Read more about our licenses

Big Shows, Fast Workflows

LightAct Exhibited at BIRTV

LightAct’s partner Rightway Audio Consultants exhibited at Beijing International Radio, TV & Film Exhibition and Audio-Visual Intelligence Integrated System Exhibtion.

As LightAct is one of the brands they carry, it has been prominently exhibited on both stands and received a very positive feedback from the visitors.

A feature that was the most prominently exhibited is LightAct’s integration with Blacktrax tracking system.

We are very excited to a continued discussions on the upcoming projects with  both Rightway audio consultants as well as the end-users in the region.

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LightAct Frontrunner Program

At LightAct, our dedication lies in providing extensive support to creators and AV professionals. To further this commitment, we introduced the LightAct Frontrunners Program, designed to recognize individuals who continually stretch the boundaries of LightAct while crafting remarkable projects.

LightAct Frontrunner Program brings together LightAct operators who consistently challenge the limits of what can be achieved.

Under this program, participants can take advantage of a range of advantages:

  • A free-of-charge Creator license
  • Direct access to our developers and product specialists
  • Access to unofficial alpha and beta releases
  • Connect with other frontrunners of AV industry
  • Promotion through our channels
Read more about it and apply here

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Wow Experience is a new reseller in Iberian Peninsula

We are incredibly excited to partner with Wow Experience as our reseller in Spain and Portugal. Based in Madrid, Wow Experience brings a wealth of expertise and a strong presence in the region.

We believe this partnership will significantly enhance our presence in the Spanish and Portuguese markets, allowing us to better serve our existing customer base and tap into new opportunities. With Wow’s extensive knowledge and experience in the AV industry, clients in the region will benefit from increased access to LightAct’s advanced media control solutions.

"We were blown away by LightAct's capabilities and the flexibility of their technology."

Daniel Pacheco

CEO, Wow Experience

Our CEO, Mitja Prelovšek, summarized this as follows: “We are excited to join forces with Wow Experience as our reseller in Spain and Portugal. When we met Daniel, Sergio and the rest of the team we were impressed by their deep technical knowledge, extensive experience and a track record of simply amazing projects. This partnership aligns perfectly with our vision, and we are confident that it will further strengthen our market position in the region.“.

Wow Experience, led by its CEO, Daniel Pacheco, has a proven track record of delivering outstanding audiovisual solutions to clients across various industries.

"Wow's technical expertise and knowledge of the market makes them a perfect partner for us."

Mitja Prelovšek

CEO, LightAct

Daniel expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “Before we decided to partner with LightAct we thoroughly tested their technology and were blown away by its capabilities. So we are absolutely thrilled to be able to bring their cutting-edge products to our customers.“

To contact Wow Experience, head over to their website below.

Wow Experience

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LightAct 4.3.0 is released

LightAct 4.3.0 brings a lot of improvements and upgrades to existing features, all while introducing some new and highly requested functionalities. You can take a closer below:

General improvements

The toolbar design has been updated with a fresh look and the ability to scroll through its content. It also allows you to collapse specific sections, so you can maintain a neat and clutter-free Viewport window.

The node appearance has been revamped for quicker identification of node functions through an efficient color code system. 

Bulk actions are extremely valuable and time-saving in projects with a lot of assets, objects, and advanced mapping subareas. Not only can you easily multi-select these elements in their respective windows but you can also apply the same actions on all selected elements at once! 

Asset window

The Assets window now has its own dedicated menu that makes it way easier to work with a lot of assets. In it, amongst other things, you can also choose to select all unused assets to help you pinpoint which aspects of your project might still require your attention. 

Objects window

We are finally introducing an object management system that allows you to group objects together in a single Collection! This feature enables you to conveniently hide, lock, or delete the entire group of objects as a single unit. To create a Collection, you can also simply press Ctrl+G.

Objects which need a different kind of management, such as unified location and rotation manipulation, can effortlessly be put under a Null parent. All you need to do is select the desired objects and press Ctrl+Shift+G.

Advanced mapping

We are always working on improvements that would make the workflow in LightAct faster and more intuitive. Instead of creating two separate sub-areas with the same properties, you can now just Copy&Paste or Duplicate them to reduce the number of clicks. As mentioned, you can also multi-select several subareas and adjust their properties together.

Timeline and Sequence windows

Working with a lot of Timelines and Sequences is getting more and more convenient. These two windows have been updated with new features to make working with content containers feel like a breeze.

For example, you can move all the content from a single lane to its neighboring lanes with one single click. 

You can effortlessly modify the duration of your Sequence to align with its layers. Likewise, you can adjust the duration of your Timeline to correspond with the placement of your Sequences.

Once finished, you can enjoy the show without having to scroll through it manually as the playhead is moving along. In other words, the show sequence can scroll automatically while your project is playing.

Nodes

Enable Video Output

We always thrive to create new nodes that offer you unlimited flexibility. This time, we have created the Enable Video Output node, which allows you to enable and disable video outputs without having to go through the trouble of opening yet another window in the program. 

Run .bat File

Run .bat File node gives you the option to design your show in a way, where running a desired .bat file wouldn’t require your attendance.

Texture Mesh Warp

The Texture Mesh Warp node got a huge upgrade. You can warp even the most challenging of environments with immense precision by using its new offsetting and scaling features.

Texture Softedge

We are introducing a different way of applying soft edges to your content. The Texture Softedge node now has a more advanced and flexible new Mode, called the Free Mode. 

LightNet improvements

We know that an easily accessible status overview for each server in your cluster can provide a sense of reassurance during stressful and rapidly changing live events. That is why you can now get even more insightful tooltips upon hovering over the servers in your multi-server cluster. 

On top of that, multi-server setups often host complicated projects which have long programming periods. This makes it difficult for programmers to remember which server was responsible for which part of the project right off the bat. Because of this, we have added server Notes meant to store useful and quickly accessible information about the server setup.

Early Access features

We have introduced a lot of new features with the release of LightAct 4.3.0, and yet there is still much more to be explored aside from the abovementioned upgrades. 

Measurement Tool

You can measure distances between different Viewport Objects.

Tracking Follower

Observe Viewport objects as they follow a tracking beacon.

Computer Vision

Dive into different Computer Vision nodes.

ZED2 Camera Integration

Play around with different ZED camera setups.

To explore LightAct’s Early Access features, simply run the program with the “-earlyaccess” launch argument.

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LightAct 4.2.0 is available

We are thrilled to announce the release of LightAct 4.2.0. It is more robust, flexible and packed with exciting new features. Here are just a few of the many improvements you’ll find:

Unreal Engine 5 integration

LightAct is now fully integrated with Unreal Engine 5.1.1, one of the most advanced game engines available today. This integration offers a powerful set of tools to create immersive and interactive experiences.

Multiple Timelines

You can now create multiple timelines in LightAct, each of which can be populated with multiple sequences. This new feature allows you to play several timelines at the same time, fade between them and much more. It gives you the tools to create truly unique and engaging experiences.

Sequence master fade and master volume

Every sequence can now be customized with its own fade in, fade out, master fade and master volume. Combined with fade controls on individual layers, this offers even more flexibility in designing your show.

Tracking Visualizer

Tracking Visualizer is a brand new feature which helps you visualize the tracking information inside your Viewport. Every individual beacon is now represented in the viewport so that you can easily check if everything is set up in the correct way.

ASIO & Multi-channel audio support

LightAct now fully supports multi-channel audio. It’s now possible to route your audio to any audio channel available on your sound card.

Genlocking

LightAct can now lock to the incoming video signal thus fully supporting high-end broadcast environments.

LUT node

Light Act’s LUT node allows you to change the colors of any other texture based on the mapping defined by the lookup table. This can be useful for a variety of purposes, such as color grading, color correction, or creating stylized looks. LightAct supports both .cube and .3d files.

Luma key node

The Luma key node is a powerful tool which can be useful for removing a solid background or other specific areas from a texture based on their brightness values. Together with other keying nodes, such as the chroma key, it achieves extremely precise keying results.

Other improvements

In this new LightAct version, you can also expect better Asset management, improved Timeline and Sequence management nodes, smoother polygon mask management, a new Delay node and more.

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Rightway Audio Consultants appointed as LightAct’s distributor in Greater China

LightAct appoints Rightway Audio Consultants as an exclusive distributor for Greater China region (including: mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan).

This partnership is launched on the heels of a successful completion of Shanghai Media Group’s venue in Shanghai, China where LightAct’s servers run all of the video screens and projectors in the venue. LightAct works hand-in-hand with Blacktrax’s tracking technology and uses the incoming data to render Notch effects in real-time.

As a further sign of Racpro’s firm belief in LightAct’s technology, they decided to invest and obtain several reActor, Sync and Solo servers as well as various configurations of Iris camera kits. 

Both parties believe that this partnership will facilitate a better and more responsive support of LightAct users and enable a faster expansion of LightAct in the region. 

Mitja Prelovšek, CEO of LightAct explained the reasons behind the decision to bring Racpro onboard: “We are extremely excited to appoint Racpro as our distributors in Greater China. Racpro has the necessary skills and the resources to support LightAct’s expansion in the region and we are looking forward to helping them achieve proficiency and success with our technology.” 

Adding LightAct to their portfolio of high-end brands they already represent, will allow Racpro to enter new markets and offer new solutions to their customers. Danny Lau, the President of Racpro explained: “We were looking for a high-end media server solution that would complement other solutions and technologies in our portfolio. When we looked at LightAct, we were immediately convinced by the high-quality of their products, top-notch technical support and the speed of their development.“

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