Softron MovieRecorder 4 Software, Single License, Electronic Download

SKU: SOST3A014 MFR: ST-3A014
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Key Features

  • Capture pristine video using Softron MovieRecorder 4's advanced codec support.
  • Record from AJA, Blackmagic-Design & NDI sources with this video editing software.
  • Use multiple destinations & presets for efficient video recording workflows.
  • Edit-while-ingest with MXF, Classic, or Segmented destinations for fast turnaround.
  • Customize naming conventions & embed metadata for organized video file management.
  • Record up to 12 channels simultaneously, optimizing your Mac's video capabilities.
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Softron MovieRecorder 4 Specifications

License

License

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  • License Type

    Single License (Download)

Sources

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  • Supports

    Devices from AJA and Blackmagic-Design
    M/Family (M/1600, M/80, M/62, M44, M/80x, M/62x, M44x)
    NDI sources
    Direct Link Sources (from one of Softron's playout application)
    Remotely Control other Movie Recorders
    Record Multiple channels at once (Depend on the format, codec and the computer. Up to 12 channels on one Mac)
    Max Resolution (Depend on the video device used): Up to 4K
    Pixel Formats (Depend on the video device used): 8bit, 10bit or ARGB

  • Supports (Cont.)

    External Audio Sources (instead of using the audio from the video device, use another audio available for the macOS)
    Audio Mapping (done in the AV Presets)
    Timecode Sources: Video device timecode (LTC, RP188,...) or application timecode (Mac Clock, Audio LTC, Timecode Systems)

Destinations

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  • Supports

    Record to multiple Destinations with different codecs using easy presets
    MXF Support
    Advanced codecs support
    Add effects (crop, resize, rotate) and overlays (text, timecode, image) on the recorded video
    Closed Captioning Record (CEA-708 to a QuickTime CC track): Yes only with 8bit sources
    Looped recording (record permanently in the same file and go back to the beginning when it reaches the end of the file. Ideal for TimeShifting playout for example)

  • Supports (Cont.)

    Custom naming (to automatically name your files with tokens)
    Metadata (embedded in the QuickTime file or as a sidecar file)
    Frame-accurate split the recordings into chunks (support for 24/7 recording with no frames lost)
    Support edit-while-ingest: Yes with MXF, Classic or Segmented destinations (compatibility depend on the editing software)

System Requirements

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  • Compatible macOS

    Version 3.0 and 3.1: Mac OS X 10.8.5 or later
    Version 3.2 and later: Mac OS X 10.9.5 or later
    Version 3.5 and later: Mac OS X 10.10.5 or later
    Version 3.6 and later: Mac OS X 10.11.6 or later
    Version 4.0 and later: Mac OS X 10.11.6 or later

  • Recommended macOS

    macOS 10.11.6 or later

  • Recommended RAM

    4GB for the first channel. Then add 2GB per additional channel

  • Supported Graphics Cards

    All are supported, no specific requirement

  • Supported Sources

    AJA, Blackmagic-Design, M/80, M/62, M/44, NDI

  • Hardware Acceleration to Encode in H.264

    With all Mac computers with i5 or i7 processors, running macOS 10.9.5 or later. Note that hardware acceleration is available only for one channel

  • Hardware Acceleration to Encode

    In H.265/HEVC: With all Mac computers with 6th generation of intel processors (2016 and later), running macOS 10.13 or later. Note that hardware acceleration is available only for one channel

  • Compatible Storage

    Most storage that can sustain the required constant write speed (depending on the number of streams, the codec and format). For network attached storage (NAS), make sure to enable Macro blocks, and disable cache flushing. If you need to run tests, make sure to do long term tests

  • Requires Monitor Connected

    Yes. Even if Movie Recorder 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 (Open GL Active)

Codecs & Formats

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  • Supported Video Codecs

    Apple ProRes 422 Family
    Apple ProRes 4444
    AVC-Intra (50 & 100)
    Avid DNxHD
    DV/DVCPRO
    DVCPro HD
    H.264: Yes (but no Resize with 10bit sources)
    H.265 (HEVC): Yes Only with Movie Recorder 4, macOS 10.13 or later, and a computer with the 6th generation intel processor or later
    HDV
    MPEG IMX (30/40/50)
    Uncompressed
    XAVC: Yes Only in MXF. Very CPU intensive, Mac Pro required. 4K not supported yet
    XDCAM

  • Supported File Wrappers

    MXF OP-Atom: Yes Only with DNxHD
    MXF OP1a: Yes With DV, DVCPRO, IMX, AVC-Intra, DVCPRO HD, XAVC, XDCAM, HDV
    .mp4 .m4v: Yes Only with H.264
    QuickTime (.mov) - None or Segmented: Yes All codecs, except XAVC
    QuickTime (.mov) - Classic: Yes With Apple ProRes, DV, DVCPRO, IMX, AVC-Intra, DVCPRO HD

  • Supported Audio Codecs

    AAC
    Apple Lossless
    Linear PCM

About Softron MovieRecorder 4

Because of its advanced capabilities and innovative features, the MovieRecorder 4 Software, available for electronic download, is a professional-grade tool for recording high-quality movies. This sophisticated software, now in its fourth iteration, has undergone a significant evolution, offering even more flexibility and a sleek, user-friendly interface.

The MovieRecorder 4 Software supports NDI sources, external audio, and effects, making it adaptable to a variety of workflows and configurations. The software's new interface is not only easy to navigate but also customizable, allowing you to select the number of viewers and choose a layout that best suits your needs.

In addition to its customizable interface, the MovieRecorder 4 Software also supports recording from NDI sources. This open, low-latency, video-over-IP protocol developed by NewTek allows for the transmission of video and audio over a local area network, eliminating the need for additional routers or SDI cables.

The software also supports external audio sources, including MADI, providing flexibility for those who wish to record audio from an audio mixer without the need for expensive SDI embedders. The software's ability to crop, deinterlace, rotate, and resize video before encoding, as well as overlay text, timecode, or images, adds another layer of customization to your recordings.

The MovieRecorder 4 Software also supports HEVC, an efficient codec for 4K recording. With the help of macOS 10.13, the software can utilize the HEVC hardware acceleration available on some computers, ensuring efficient and high-quality encoding.

The software's "save and restore" feature allows for the storage of multiple configurations, making it easy to switch between different recording setups. Furthermore, the standard license now includes Closed Captioning and Pro-codecs options, eliminating the need for separate purchases.

With the ability to record up to 16 HD channels on an iMac Pro, the MovieRecorder 4 Software is a powerful tool for any professional videographer or filmmaker. Its advanced features and high-quality output make it a standout choice in the realm of movie recording software.

Softron MovieRecorder 4 Features

  • Fully configurable user interface
  • NDI sources
  • External audio sources
  • Effects and overlays
  • HEVC (H.265) support
  • Save and restore configurations (save the layout, source names, scheduled recordings, etc... and restore them at a later time)
  • Remotely Controllable using a REST API
  • Remote Source Slave mode
  • Control with GPI triggers (Requires GPICommander)
  • Send GPI triggers (Requires GPICommander)
  • Scheduled Recording (repeated weekly, or specific date)
  • VTR Control and batch capture using RS422 port on a device or our SerialCommander (Only record from tape, no record to tape available)
  • Multiple Destinations
  • Supported Codecs (Same as Express + AVC-Intra, DV/DVCPRO, DNxHD, IMX, JPEG2000, XDCAM, XAVC)
  • MXF
  • Closed Captioning
  • Metadata

Key Features

  • Capture pristine video using Softron MovieRecorder 4's advanced codec support.
  • Record from AJA, Blackmagic-Design & NDI sources with this video editing software.
  • Use multiple destinations & presets for efficient video recording workflows.
  • Edit-while-ingest with MXF, Classic, or Segmented destinations for fast turnaround.
  • Customize naming conventions & embed metadata for organized video file management.
  • Record up to 12 channels simultaneously, optimizing your Mac's video capabilities.