We’re excited to announce QTAKE Pro 3.0, introducing several major features, detailed below, alongside a range of additional enhancements designed to make everyday workflows more efficient.

New Features

New Project Window

The completely redesigned Project Window introduces flexible video input/output configuration, allowing you to mix & match video cards from different vendors and configure input/output channels to suit your setup. Project-specific settings, including video I/O, proxy settings, and color bit depth, are now centralized in one accessible interface, with customizable field visibility and all channel configurations available without switching tabs.

Integrated QTAKE Sync

QTAKE Sync is now integrated into QTAKE Pro, enabling independent playback using the QTAKE Monitor app. Media and metadata sharing works alongside streaming without running a separate application. User approvals are managed per account, with configurable device limits, pinned users, and status filters to simplify on-set/remote user management.

ThunderFace 4K Duo+ Support

QTAKE Pro 3.0 supports ThunderFace 4K Duo+ (the new 2026 model), with selectable 4-in/4-out or 0-in/8-out firmware. With QTAKE Pro 3.0, eligible ThunderFace 4K Duo (previous output-only model) devices can also receive a free software update to add Duo+ input/output capabilities. Contact us with your serial number to check eligibility.

I/O Sidebars

I/O Sidebars allow operators to route processed live camera feeds independently to individual outputs, including color adjustments, OSD information, masks, and frame lines, without additional hardware. Thumbnail previews of live inputs and outputs are displayed alongside the main workspace, keeping all channels visible while working with clips or playback.

Stream & Sync in QTAKE Lite

QTAKE Lite now supports local and cloud streaming to up to eight devices and can upload media to QTAKE Cloud, making it suitable for integration into collaborative workflows and larger productions. Pricing remains unchanged, with one-year and three-year long-term plans including the unique Hibernation feature.

SRT Stream Input

SRT is now available as an additional video input type, enabling secure, reliable, low-latency feeds from local and remote sources over IP networks.

Enhanced Chroma Key

Two new processing options, Chroma Subsampling and Matte Choker, provide more refined edge control, cleaner composites, and more accurate color keying. These enhancements build on QTAKE's existing chroma key capabilities to deliver more realistic on-set composites while preserving fine details and transparency.

6DOF Camera Tracking

QTAKE now supports 6DOF tracking, adding camera positional movement to the rotation data (pan, tilt, and roll) already available through QTAKE Monitor on a mounted iPhone. When working with imported 3D scenes, this allows virtual objects to respond accurately to camera movement and can provide an alternative to dedicated tracking hardware.

Improvements

• Configurable Stream Deck port in Preferences
• Ovide M400 Pro batch routing for presets
• Moved fraction buttons above keypad

Bug Fixes

• Fixed TC slave playback with Deltacast
• Fixed setting TC OFFSET for slave playback
• Fixed overlapping buttons in the Aperture keyboard
• Fixed possible failed recording finish
• Fixed import when in Video Window Mode
• Fixed freezes when processing a large number of UDP commands
• Fixed REC RUN for AUDIO LTC
• Fixed missing last character in OSD Watermark

Improvements

• Stream Deck Record Key shows video input format
• Stream Deck Custom Key supports fields and values
• Stream Deck Active Dial moves through picker items
• Added support for new Ovide Smart Assist models
• License packages in activation window sorted by availability
• Optical flow rendered percentage added to Clip List
• Renamed HDR modes to Rec.2100 standard

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Export To QTAKE missing thumbnails
• Fixed Export not respecting Episode
• Fixed screenshots created using Clip List Function
• Fixed sorting live clips in Clip List
• Fixed sorting clips by Shoot Day
• Fixed live clip metadata reset in new project
• Fixed issues changing camera letter in metadata
• Fixed Take auto-increment involving live clips
• Fixed resetting custom multi-choice metadata values
• Fixed corrupted metadata with wireless SDI transmission
• Fixed Stream Deck issues with pre-defined port
• Fixed incorrect colors with Dolby Vision profile 5
• Fixed crash caused by remote UDP timecode request
• Fixed stuttering when re-streaming live QTAKE streams
• Fixed QTAKE stream receiver not detecting format change
• Fixed rendering of QuickTime files with non-standard timebase
• Fixed Clip Sync to prefer loading clips from the same Unit
• Fixed Ovide Smart Assist UPS and Battery status display
• Fixed Ovide Smart Assist Output toolbar issues
• Fixed detection of HD signal in QTAKE 4K
• Fixed QTAKE HDx8 showing incorrect Sync groups
• Fixed issues with ThunderFace embedded audio
• Fixed audio delay with non-embedded sources
• Fixed deleting rehearsals ignoring source

QTAKE Pro 2.5 introduces a set of enhancements designed to help you move at the speed of a film set. It brings more control to your fingertips and strengthens QTAKE as a single, efficient solution for lean productions. With highly anticipated Stream Deck integration, precise motion control playback, and an all-in-one approach to dailies, this update simplifies complex tasks and expands what a single operator can achieve on set.

New Features

Stream Deck Integration

Unlock maximum efficiency with powerful, native Stream Deck integration. While touchscreens offer interaction and hotkeys deliver speed, the Elgato Stream Deck bridges the gap by combining visual feedback with unmatched simplicity. Instantly use predefined controls or map custom actions to almost any UI element with total visual continuity. The controller perfectly mirrors the QTAKE’s native titles, icons, and colors, putting the full power of QTAKE directly at your fingertips. Optional dials offer irreplaceable step-by-step adjustments, giving you total tactile control over your production environment. Automatic plug-in installation ensures you are always running the latest iteration, compatible with the current version of QTAKE Pro.

TechnoDolly Motion Control Support

Say goodbye to clunky, outdated GPI triggers. Using QTAKE Pro integration, your playback locks frame-precisely to Technodolly MoCo movements for effortless, real-time live compositing. This software-driven integration eliminates extra hardware like the GPI Commander, delivering flawless synchronization for demanding multilayer shots. Combined with a multi-track timeline, you can control, adjust, and review every pass interactively, without processing delays or rendering overhead.

One-Stop Dailies Workflow

For all of you who wish to expand beyond video assist and offer comprehensive services to your customers, we're announcing QTAKE's Dailies Workflow – an intelligent toolset that combines video assist and DIT features within a single application. Live color grading, matching original camera and sound files to video assist recordings, automatic metadata merging, and effortless dailies generation now happen alongside video assist, with automated processes handling much of the work in the background. For smaller productions and TVC shoots on tight budgets, this brings on-set dailies service within reach, even with a single video assist operator on set.

Improvements

• Added new camera models to pre-defined metadata
• Added ILPD extraction from BRAW media files
• Updated Codex HDE Decoder

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issues running on macOS 13 Ventura
• Fixed view patching issues on startup
• Fixed speed ramp issues with Instant Playback
• Fixed issues with deleting all chapters
• Fixed sorting of clips using TIME column
• Fixed Internet connection status in network settings
• Fixed format output with two ThunderFace devices
• Fixed ThunderFace in the audio output picker
• Fixed ThunderFace audio echo with the same audio input
• Fixed synchronizing live metadata with independent sync
• Fixed selection issues with some Script PDFs
• Fixed relinking issues with some media types
• Fixed placeholder image on input stream disconnection
• Fixed streaming from other project with the same title
• Fixed refresh of lens calibration on ILPD file selection
• Fixed ILPD image processing precision
• Fixed image refresh after ILPD change
• Fixed UHDp60 input using BMD Decklink 8K Pro
• Fixed looped timeline playback with Link active
• Fixed transparent last frame on the timeline
• Fixed last playback range out mark
• Fixed range issues with Pre-roll & Post-roll preference
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Sync expanded to 4 groups
• Optical Flow respects active range
• Optimized live clips handling
• Added option for View FX auto-enable
• Added timestamps to log messages
• Added expired license files cleanup
• Added user email to problem reports
• Improved ARRI filename matching on import
• Improved logging

Bug Fixes

• Fixed output using dual ThunderFace setup
• Fixed storing output mode with ThunderFace
• Fixed 12G-SDI HDR output with ThunderFace
• Fixed board order for BMD Decklink 8K Pro
• Fixed 48fps output with AJA Corvid 88
• Fixed audio input from AJA U-Tap
• Fixed HDMI output from the 2nd AJA IoXT
• Fixed recording HDR signal from ScreenPort
• Fixed synced recording stop with streaming
• Fixed Proxy media one frame off
• Fixed Script selections issues
• Fixed Scope opacity on GPU output
• Fixed vari-speed audio playback
• Fixed frozen timeline playback
• Fixed timeline render not syncing
• Fixed timeline render adding range
• Fixed dismissing Trim mode on track delete
• Fixed Edit room affecting streaming
• Fixed FX history not storing all steps
• Fixed loading effects in sync with clip
• Fixed audio timecode issues
• Fixed disappearing video views
• Fixed missing live clips in the List browser
• Fixed known stability issues
• Fixed minor UI issues

Improvements

• Added ILPD Effect (Immersive Lens Processing Data)
• Added animatable WIPE effect
• Added SHOT & SLATE increment keyboard shortcut
• Added custom bitrate for HEVC encoding
• Added ARRI and SONY record flag support for BMD Decklink 8K Pro
• Added corners frame lines to Mask effect
• Added Script Coverage copy and paste function
• Added Script delete function
• Improved radial slider positioning
• Improved timeline navigation
• Updated NDI to v6.2.1

Bug Fixes

• Fixed preference for setting view for SDI output in HDx1
• Fixed excessive video output latency with BMD cards
• Fixed Editor views greying out when using radial slider
• Fixed Editor trimming placeholders for views with no clip
• Fixed Timeline chapter marks copied to a new sequence
• Fixed Timeline render with new animation keyframes
• Fixed occluded Academy lesson window
• Fixed Academy lesson with hidden Menu buttons
• Fixed handling multiple values in Script Coverage
• Fixed incorrect Metadata source change to User
• Fixed changing Dolby Vision trim version
• Fixed resetting zoom level with FX view control
• Fixed issues with ST Map effect
• Fixed disappearing Dock thumbnails in Editor
• Fixed video output performance with still images
• Fixed ignored Render OSD preference
• Fixed NDI audio recording
• Fixed known stability issues
• Fixed minor UI issues

Improvements

• Added animation to Crop FX
• Added custom bitrate to HEVC export
• Added scale overlay in False Color FX
• Added Look FX LUT name to OSD
• Added chapter marks to Metadata export
• Added shortcuts to increment Shot value
• Added option to turn off auto-patch by record
• Added new Deltacast multi-card configurations
• Added support for non-continuous script coverage
• Updated Canon SDK to v2.10
• Removed script filter single-scene limitation

Bug Fixes

• Fixed 4K DCI resolution for ThunderFace 4K Duo
• Fixed stability issues with dual ThunderFace setup
• Fixed ThunderFace 4K test pattern
• Fixed black output from first QOD SDI output
• Fixed muting LTC Audio timecode
• Fixed Proxy media option in Active Media picker
• Fixed stability issues with Multitrack Editor
• Fixed UI issues with SmartAssist 2025 models
• Fixed drop-frame format streaming to QTAKE
• Fixed passthrough streaming from ScreenPort
• Fixed deleting sequence render clip
• Fixed scrubbing performance with proxy media
• Fixed frame-by-frame navigation in proxy media
• Fixed distorted anamorphic GPU output
• Fixed background-processed screenshot colors
• Fixed screenshot resolution
• Fixed sending Studio sequence to Editor
• Fixed Script coverage for episodic projects
• Fixed metadata syncing with Record Sync
• Fixed issues with Instant Playback
• Fixed Chroma Key picker using clean image
• Fixed color precision with 10-bit and 12-bit export
• Fixed processing disabled pipeline branch
• Fixed transcoding BRAW media
• Fixed configuration with three AJA video cards
• Fixed NDI audio output
• Fixed sorting Clip List by Media LUT
• Fixed missing timeline thumbnails
• Fixed switching to Edit room during recording
• Fixed Metadata table source change
• Fixed asymmetric triple view GPU output

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash on startup on Intel-based Macs
• Fixed Sequence FX animation render
• Fixed AVID export on Apple silicon

QTAKE Pro 2.4 expands the creative toolkit for on-set editing and VFX previews, focusing on faster decisions and richer visual feedback. At its core is the completely revamped Multitrack Editor, now supporting advanced layering and live compositing. New tools in DVE FX and False Color FX enhance the ability to create and evaluate visuals directly on set. The update also introduces powerful monitoring upgrades – Immersive Stream for live 3D video, Script Coverage for smarter clip navigation – and launches QTAKE Academy, a built-in training platform to help users master QTAKE’s full potential.

New Features

Multitrack Editor

The new Multitrack Editor empowers directors, DPs, and VFX supervisors to make fast, informed creative decisions on set. It offers precise continuity checks and editing using familiar tools like Ripple, Roll, Slip, and Slide. With support for multitrack layering, blend modes, track mattes, and live compositing, it enables flexible pre-visualization, multi-pass compositing, and live VFX previews – using independent views that won’t disrupt monitoring or playback.

DVE FX Animation

QTAKE Pro 2.4 introduces keyframe-based FX Animation, adding dynamic transformations to DVE effects. Changes between keyframes are automatically interpolated, enabling smooth transitions like zooms and pans. This unlocks new creative possibilities for on-set VFX previews and real-time composites, now supported across segments, tracks, and sequences in the new Multitrack Editor.

Script Coverage

A smarter way to track production: Script Coverage ensures no scenes, lines, or angles are missed. Clips can be searched instantly via a new script filter, and scripts are parsed directly from PDF. Version handling is seamless, allowing teams to adapt quickly to last-minute script changes.

QTAKE Academy

Learn QTAKE – context-aware and smarter. QTAKE Academy is a new, built-in training system with an interactive lesson library tailored especially for new users. It adapts to the current setup, guiding users to enable required UI elements before continuing.

Immersive Stream

With demand growing for high-quality 3D content, QTAKE Pro introduces Immersive Stream – a live, low-latency 3D video solution for on-set and remote monitoring. Built on QTAKE’s 3D streaming framework, it supports stereoscopic monitoring in immersive mode using the QTAKE Monitor app for Apple Vision Pro.

False Color FX

False Color FX offers fully customizable exposure analysis. Users can define unlimited exposure zones with custom colors. It supports multiple analysis modes – Stops, IRE, and Luminance – providing flexibility across various camera systems and workflows.

And There’s More

QTAKE Pro 2.4 also includes STMap FX for precise spatial remapping and lens distortion correction, Conditional FX Groups to apply effects dynamically based on clip metadata, NDI® 6 Advanced support including HDR output (via the new NDI module), QuickTime Metadata import and export, AVID export support on Apple Silicon, and updates to Auto Export, Dock, and Ovide Smart Antenna integration.

Improvements

• Added info to MUTE LIVE button label
• ThunderFace 4K Duo firmware update v1.15
• Added stream client preferences in QTAKE Lite

Bug Fixes

• Fixed outputs 5-8 with ThunderFace in 2x 4K/UHD mode
• Fixed output timing with ThunderFace UHD 59.94 format
• Fixed number of active local network streams
• Fixed Dolby Vision® requirements warning
• Fixed calculation of time when no timecode is present
• Fixed known stability issues
• Fixed minor UI issues

Improvements

• Support for growing files in NLEs
• Creation of new range between existing ranges
• Range index added to Take field in QTAKE Monitor
• New Range Timecode OSD field
• New Range Frame OSD field
• ThunderFace 4K Duo firmware update v1.14

Bug Fixes

• Fixed dual 4K output with ThunderFace
• Fixed Play Sync issues with different speeds
• Fixed sync mark placement in Time Slider
• Fixed V-OUT when using AJA HDMI input
• Fixed export to OpenEXR
• Fixed Remote UDP Screenshot command
• Fixed OSD update after Remote UDP metadata change
• Fixed slight color shift in 8-bit playback
• Fixed Open Clip window ignoring slate settings
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Added filename template picker to EDL Export

Bug Fixes

• Fixed video output for AJA video cards
• Fixed routing for Deltacast 12G 4c & 40
• Fixed minor Stream authentication requirements issues
• Fixed firmware update for latest QOD batch
• Fixed Studio room sequence export with 8 cameras
• Fixed EDL Export with drop-frame video formats
• Fixed audio waveform issues
• Fixed Dolby Vision mode UI picker
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Added preference to disable usage of external displays
• Added possibility to rename clip effects
• Added firmware update for ThunderFace 4K Duo
• Added Episode label to Dock slots in US slating mode
• Added option to require two-factor authentication for stream access
• Added function to load selected clips to Views in order
• Turned off automatic enabling of View FX

Bug Fixes

• Fixed compatibility issues with macOS 15.4 Sequoia
• Fixed incorrect Take value in OSD
• Fixed version switch restart on macOS 13.x Ventura
• Fixed ignored main FX group apply state on export
• Fixed ignored Mask apply state on export
• Fixed GPU OUT aspect ratio on non-16:9 monitors
• Fixed loading project after license activation
• Fixed Disk to Live mode switch on AJA Corvid 88
• Fixed LTC timecode issues with AJA video cards
• Fixed color picker in 10-bit mode
• Fixed "No Frames" issue with paused stream
• Fixed Sony RAW media processing
• Fixed HDMI OUT going black with Dolby Vision
• Fixed Smart Assist hardware communication
• Fixed Auto-Export of subclips
• Fixed RTSP stream decoding
• Fixed loading clips for Composite
• Fixed processed thumbnails to include group FX
• Fixed list of codecs that support recording
• Fixed 10-bit RGB signal capture
• Fixed Hue-based color effects UI
• Fixed HDMI output from BMD Decklink 8K Pro G2
• Fixed known stability issues
• Fixed minor UI issues

Improvements

• Videohub support expanded to 128x128 ports
• Added AJA Kona 1 support
• Added logs for XML import parsing

Bug Fixes

• Fixed immediate synchronization of BIN changes
• Fixed Live Pass for Smart Assist video router
• Fixed scene-shot divider in Clip Browser
• Fixed Episode ignoring Big row option in List Browser
• Fixed GPU OUT stutter with mixed frame rates
• Fixed Instant playback with Play Sync
• Fixed opacity in Scopes
• Fixed opening another project while recording
• Fixed resetting of metadata item without Sync option
• Fixed streaming to web browser
• Fixed audio timecode for BMD video cards
• Fixed deleting project while running background tasks
• Fixed configuring Deltacast cards with bi-directional ports
• Fixed asymmetric option in GPU OUT
• Fixed single audio channel playback over SDI and stream
• Fixed audio sync with multi-camera recording
• Fixed lost video views after ThunderFace reset
• Fixed ThunderFace output with 23.976 frame rate
• Fixed storing state of some ThunderFace controls
• Fixed colorspace detection on imported HDR files
• Fixed importing ARRI RAW files with HDE compression
• Fixed frame-blending for Apple ProRes 4444 playback
• Fixed IO configuration when using four AJA video cards
• Fixed Wipe composite combined with FPS lock option

Improvements

• Improved input to output video latency
• Added rehearsal indication for OSD and UI elements
• Added support for new Deltacast 12G video cards
• Updated ThunderFace firmware to version 1.10

Bug Fixes

• Fixed audio level with Stream input
• Fixed inability to create new sequence
• Fixed rendering sequence with speed changes
• Fixed scrolling Clip List with no clip loaded into view
• Fixed broken file export when using All Ranges option
• Fixed ThunderFace output when combining UHD and HD
• Fixed ThunderFace output with 4K DCI resolutions
• Fixed support for multiple ThunderFace devices
• Fixed Canon camera record flag with AJA video cards
• Fixed RED camera record flag with BMD video cards
• Fixed channel cross-talk for AJA video cards
• Fixed metadata fields changing source after recording
• Fixed inability to control fan on Smart Assist
• Fixed Web View freezing video after restart
• Fixed automatic Take incrementation in Clip List
• Fixed clearing spanned metadata on Record Sync
• Fixed refreshing reference metadata in Meta sidebar
• Fixed UI issues with Ranges
• Fixed database save issue
• Fixed stability issues

The latest update of the QTAKE Pro brings integration with ThunderFace 4K Duo output device, as well as award-winning on-set workflow for creation of immersive spatial content, including stereoscopic capture, live 3D streaming to multiple Apple Vision Pro devices and export to spatial MV-HEVC codec.

New Features

ThunderFace Support

Updated GPU Output now supports ThunderFace 4K Duo device to provide processed video, audio and metadata over 8x 3G-SDI or 2x 12G-SDI.

Motion Control Support

New integration with MRMC Flair software brings next level of control for VFX shots with background layer playback synchronized to rig move.

Stereoscopic 3D Stream

Local and cloud streaming to award-winning QTAKE Monitor now includes stereoscopic 3D as well as immersive spatial video for visionOS.

Stereoscopic 3D Export

Pipeline export now supports rendering 3D clip pairs to Multiview High Efficiency Video Coding (MV-HEVC) used for Apple Vision Pro playback.

Day For Night

Groundbreaking infrared-assisted Day For Night workflow by Stereotec, used in Dune: Part Two, is now available as a realtime composite effect.

Dolby Vision® iCMU

Simultaneous SDR and HDR output using Dolby Vision tone mapping technology is extended to GPU Output, including QOD and ThunderFace.

And There’s More

The new update also introduces overlapping videohub groups, which provide greater flexibility with routing presets, mixed 4K and HD inputs in a single project, HFR support up to 120fps, new Garbage Matte composite mode, extended FSI BoxIO integration, native CDL processing for AJA ColorBox, biometric user login with Touch ID and more.

Improvements

• Hiding app will correctly release focus with Video window enabled
• BMD Decklink 8K Pro correctly interpreting 3D input signal

Bug Fixes

• Fixed effect preview thumbnails in macOS 15.0 Sequoia
• Fixed Contrast Curve effect setting correct mode on load
• Fixed Export Looks function when using Color Output effect
• Fixed Dolby Vision HDMI output with AJA 17.0 drivers
• Fixed Dolby Vision iCMU flickering playback
• Fixed Dolby Vision analysis when using Sony Venice camera
• Fixed reading CMF with Sony Venice camera
• Fixed setting Chapter marks via remote protocol
• Fixed audio in Edit Trim mode
• Fixed CDL import issues
• Fixed metadata export when using pipeline with no transcode
• Fixed FX Group linking issues
• Fixed SDI metadata capture with pulldown removal
• Fixed automatic SDI timecode type for multiple inputs
• Fixed changing SDI timecode type with pulldown removal
• Fixed allowing Auto-lock when user has no PIN code
• Fixed Span metadata option being ignored in some cases
• Fixed stripped characters in CSV metadata export
• Fixed license expiry date shown in the License window
• Fixed talkback with live main or mixed audio
• Fixed disappearing video views in View FX setup
• Fixed thumbnails color rendition in the LUT picker window

Improvements

• Added Print Take metadata field and Clip List filter
• Export using hard-link instead of copy when possible
• Clip note searching for words instead of phrase
• Fisheye VR type added to Media toolbar

Bug Fixes

• Fixed blending with alpha channel
• Fixed popping audio with AJA Io4K
• Fixed pulldown removal with BMD video cards
• Fixed Videohub when assigning manual IP address
• Fixed CMF when matching RED RAW files
• Fixed decoding ARRI RAW HDE files
• Fixed Scopes being always applied to output
• Fixed Plus 3D Wiggle effect
• Fixed Plus 3D video outputs
• Fixed stereoscopic channel sync
• Fixed issues and warnings with BMD video output
• Fixed clip-based output format with BMD video cards
• Fixed input format detection with BMD video cards
• Fixed linked media files migration to QTAKE Pro
• Fixed import of images with grayscale colorspace
• Fixed Dolby Vision iCMU with still images
• Fixed off-speed Play Sync issues
• Fixed Canvas issues with RAW media
• Fixed Canvas issues with Dolby Vision
• Fixed Shuttle playback issues
• Fixed display of Videohub routing with Live Pass
• Fixes streaming issues with still images
• Fixed RAW playback with caching enabled
• Fixed Composite with CGI in foreground
• Fixed refresh of the Audio toolbar
• Fixed 12G-SDI input with Deltacast video cards
• Fixed XML export of subclips
• Fixed XML export and import duplicating composites
• Fixed freezing with Edit sequences
• Fixed Unit metadata sent over QTAKE Stream
• Fixed minor GUI issues
• Fixed known stability issues

The latest update of the QTAKE Pro brings major improvements to security and color fidelity of the on-set monitoring and playback with the introduction of the Forensic Watermarking by Nagra and the ultimate HDR workflow using Dolby Vision technology.

New Features

Dolby Vision® iCMU

Expanded HDR support in QTAKE features tone-mapping technology by Dolby Vision, providing simultaneous SDR output without external CMU device. In addition to iCMU processed SDI output, QTAKE offers iCMU preview directly inside the user interface.

Dolby Vision® Playback Modes

New playback modes based on Hero Frame and Shot-based Analysis provide Dolby Vision HDR output consistent with the post-production tools.

Forensic Watermarking

Using invisible watermark in QTAKE Stream, unauthorized copy of the content can be identified even in case the screen is recorded with another device.

Interpolated off-speed playback

The updated playback engine simulates slow motion using new frame-blending and optical flow modes when original frame-rate footage is unavailable.

AJA ColorBox Integration

With its high-quality tetrahedral interpolation, 33-point 3D LUT, and 4K resolution, AJA ColorBox is the finest external color processing device supported.

UI Output

Improved collaboration with Director, DOP or Script Supervisor using new UI Output feature, which allows mirroring QTAKE interface to video outputs.

Video Window

Minimized application mode allows video assist operator to keep an eye on video feeds even when QTAKE is hidden, using resizable, floating video window.

And There’s More

The new update also introduces support for ARRI LogC4 colorspace with dedicated False Color scopes, the concept of a Canvas – the working area for custom format preview and export, new playback loop options with automatic patching to live, right-click contextual menu for fast clip selection, a new set of audio and mute controls, support for 9-view remote control of QTAKE Monitor and other improvements.

Improvements

• Improved SDI input latency
• Disabling media type with missing local media

Bug Fixes

• Fixed NDI output flickering
• Fixed Proxy FPS Limit preference
• Fixed HDMI output showing only quarter image
• Fixed multi-view stuttering with GPU output
• Fixed OSD on Web view GPU output
• Fixed ScreenPort re-streaming issues
• Fixed HDR difference between live and playback
• Fixed incorrect HDR metadata on AJA output
• Fixed flickering of the HDR input
• Fixed span copy of the metadata values
• Fixed reading SDI metadata with AJA IoXT
• Fixed issues with Web view
• Fixed editing Focal Length metadata
• Fixed recording issues with ScreenPort inputs
• Fixed SDI inputs when using stream input
• Fixed live passthrough with AJA Kona 5
• Fixed OSD in the Plus 3D view
• Fixed corrupted burn-in template preview
• Fixed combining AJA cards
• Fixed slow QOD audio settings change
• Fixed Dock toolbar scaling
• Fixed switching to live input in the Composite
• Fixed incorrect Garbage Matte in the Composite
• Fixed instant playback issues
• Fixed grey GPU OUT with Apple Silicon
• Fixed resetting List Filters on project load
• Fixed detected format on stream input
• Fixed OSD for non-standard characters
• Fixed non-processed streaming with BMD cards
• Fixed enabling ranges on proxy media
• Fixed listing clips from different project
• Fixed initializing QOD on USB reconnection
• Fixed Ramp keyframes saving
• Fixed disabling Ramp for unsupported media
• Fixed Record Sync using SDI flags
• Fixed watermark on input stream
• Fixed duplicating filename template
• Fixed custom metadata OSD
• Fixed composite recording for non-standard patch
• Fixed Plus 3D view refresh
• Fixed syncing Shoot Day metadata
• Fixed unmarking reference clips
• Fixed clearing Note metadata on Scene change
• Fixed deactivation of the Search field
• Fixed missing metadata in XML export
• Fixed minor GUI issues
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Option to open QTAKE Server links in UI
• Support for email invitation links
• Automatic input color space detection as a default

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issues with ARRI ProRes MXF
• Fixed streaming to web browsers
• Fixed SDI output HDR and Dolby Vision metadata
• Fixed missing SDI metadata with AJA IoXT
• Fixed recording in View FX options screen
• Fixed matching of RED RAW media files
• Fixed Roll metadata from ARRI Alexa 35
• Fixed audio waveform display
• Fixed deleting auxiliary files on project delete
• Fixed AJA Kumo logging
• Fixed 10-bit scopes display
• Fixed QOD using 4K mode on first start
• Fixed Web View issues
• Fixed distorted SD-SDI inputs with AJA cards
• Fixed "Keep Disk On Rec" option with Deltacast cards
• Fixed setting new multi-choice metadata values
• Fixed display of dynamic metadata during playback
• Fixed issues with sequence editor
• Fixed SDI output colorspace with BMD and Deltacast cards
• Fixed distorted clip-based SDI output
• Fixed UI issues with macOS Sonoma
• Fixed automatic input format change detection
• Fixed 50 and 60 fps output from QOD
• Fixed duplicated metadata search results
• Fixed audio waveform disappearing
• Fixed resetting search bar in Clip Browser
• Fixed quad-link 4K with AJA cards
• Fixed copying Color Space to project inputs
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts in GPU OUT window
• Fixed videohub presets with zero source
• Fixed OSD Logo color and refresh issues
• Fixed render order for OSD Logo
• Fixed performance issues with 4x4K version
• Fixed streaming from QTAKE to QTAKE
• Fixed proxy media with QTAKE XML export
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Added drag-and-drop logo import

Bug Fixes

• Fixed QOD 3x3 output flickering in HDx8
• Fixed missing View 2 in HDx1
• Fixed rendering proxy with HEVC encoder
• Fixed issues with Color Space selectors
• Fixed issues with saving data context
• Fixed clip matching with ARRI Alexa 35 files
• Fixed parsing metadata from ARRI RAW files
• Fixed display of clips with HLG colorspace
• Fixed CMF from SDI when source is set to User
• Fixed frozen input when using Dolby Vision
• Fixed issues with Still Mix view effect
• Fixed GPU output routing with Smart Assist Duo
• Fixed fallback to H.264 with HW HEVC unavailable
• Fixed HDMI output selector with AJA T-Tap Pro
• Fixed sync recording with SDI flags
• Fixed stutter with multi-view GPU output
• Fixed infinite wait for project download
• Fixed views and streams flashing green
• Fixed memory leak on Room switching
• Fixed views appearance in full-screen mode
• Fixed audio noise with AJA IoX3 3G-SDI output
• Fixed missing QOD toolbar in QTAKE Lite
• Fixed importing thumbnails from QTAKE export
• Fixed Proxy OSD and Watermark settings
• Fixed missing HDMI OUT toolbar in QTAKE Lite
• Fixed Frame Recording with Deltacast video cards
• Fixed Media toolbar UI glitch
• Fixed audio repeating when QTAKE Stream stops
• Fixed Screenshot filename sanitization
• Fixed Mask templates showing star after save
• Fixed auto-load with missing project
• Fixed black GPU output with BMD video cards
• Fixed view refresh with no video input
• Fixed foreground rendering with Composite
• Fixed proxy media with Composite recording
• Fixed disabled Audio Delay with BMD video cards
• Fixed automatic input format change
• Fixed performance with Pong loop playback
• Fixed overwrite with Export to internal storage
• Fixed file import issues
• Fixed stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Added warning on failed license decryption
• Fixed Proxy rendering on RAW media import
• Fixed metadata import from RAW media
• Fixed missing SDI audio inputs with AJA IoX3
• Fixed mono audio support for BMD video cards
• Fixed logging into Rental Shop
• Fixed temporary disabling of Clip FX
• Fixed video colorspace in UI
• Fixed playback stutter with Comp FPS Lock
• Fixed streaming media size
• Fixed streaming with View 2 in HDx1
• Fixed sequence view layout
• Fixed pipeline processing with specific media
• Fixed genlock switching on missing input
• Fixed GPI Commander connection
• Fixed V-OUT flicker with AJA cards
• Fixed pausing V-OUT after manual recording
• Fixed Clip FX applied to Proxy media
• Fixed missing TC and Duration in Proxy OSD
• Fixed import of QTAKE XML into same project
• Fixed issues using 2nd QOD device
• Fixed QOD audio outputs with 8/2 mode
• Fixed slow encoding error with Frame Sync off
• Fixed setting play speed for multiple clips
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed pipeline export getting stuck
• Fixed dark images in Still Mix effect
• Fixed memory leak with sequences
• Fixed composites using scale and crop
• Fixed Crop effect stretching the content
• Fixed Garbage Matte editing in scaled UI
• Fixed Garbage Matte ignored in LUT Mixer
• Fixed missing clips in the Dock
• Fixed still image playback
• Fixed setting Dolby Vision active area
• Fixed DVE issues in the Composite
• Fixed playback of Apple ProRes in MXF container
• Fixed Rehearsal warning for recorded clips
• Fixed recording Composite
• Fixed Pipeline export with overlay node
• Fixed QOD output with placeholder images
• Fixed live-only streaming with H.264
• Fixed incorrect disabling of Play Sync
• Fixed GPU Output performance
• Fixed text field end editing with View click
• Fixed Full Range GUI option
• Fixed RGB scopes scaling
• Fixed non-standard aspect ratio via GPU Output
• Fixed video range with Proxy media playback
• Fixed ACES IDT with ARRI and Sony media
• Fixed OSD delay after entering metadata values
• Fixed Send To Sequence not respecting clip order
• Fixed Live Pass Videohub issues
• Fixed using still images in the sequence
• Fixed Show In Finder window refresh
• Fixed Color Output with curve effects
• Fixed loading CLF files
• Fixed QOD colorspace output
• Fixed skewed still image display
• Fixed VR View remote control issues
• Fixed Pipeline allowing multiple read nodes
• Fixed Browse sequence filtering issue
• Fixed screenshots for non-standard media types
• Fixed disappearing version window in Smart Assist
• Fixed ScreenPort timecode flicker
• Fixed editing metadata through List Function
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Status In Proxy OSD preference
• Fixed preroll and postroll timeline
• Fixed HDR10 output over HDMI
• Fixed preview of audio media
• Fixed anamorphic crop in GPU-OUT
• Fixed asymmetric layout in GPU-OUT
• Fixed first frame glitch on Auto-export
• Fixed aggressive QOD auto-format switching
• Fixed Remote Control recording stop
• Fixed Color Output effect
• Fixed unprocessed proxy recording
• Fixed Sony Venice metadata
• Fixed DVE rotation
• Fixed Timeline and Rating OSD values
• Fixed recording of Dolby Vision metadata
• Fixed display of HDR video on SDI monitor
• Fixed Speed Ramp ignoring speed
• Fixed Web view memory leak
• Fixed Quad toolbar functionality
• Fixed 3D Tools applied with Muxer off
• Fixed ARRI RAW playback
• Fixed setting no colorspace in Media toolbar
• Fixed synced playback pause on switching rooms
• Fixed Mute Live B user option
• Fixed camera rotation values missing in OSD
• Fixed issues with Lens Model metadata
• Fixed missing reference view in Color Match effect
• Fixed handling AJA 3G-SDI Level B signal
• Fixed crash with AJA ancillary data output
• Fixed crash with proxy encoder on signal change
• Fixed progress bar stuck on importing file
• Fixed memory leak with Auto-export
• Fixed Talk button refresh after stream loss
• Fixed Auto-export edit pipeline selection
• Fixed NDI input for static image stream
• Fixed update of Chapter names on playback
• Fixed Status bar UI issues
• Fixed duplicate project keeping metadata values
• Fixed corrupted audio with imported files
• Fixed Deltacast colors with HDR input
• Fixed clearing Take value
• Fixed Video router preset validation
• Fixed Video router prep routing execution
• Fixed respecting Episode in the Scene toolbar
• Fixed Render ignoring Scene Suffix
• Fixed QOD output with some outputs set to None
• Fixed known stability issues

The new QTAKE Pro update introduces several new features and improvements designed to enhance your workflow and productivity.

New Features

Metal Support

The completely redesigned under-the-hood engine takes the performance of QTAKE Video Assist to an entirely different level. Efficient use of the GPU, faster and smoother rendering. The new Metal-optimized engine brings significant performance improvement and future‑proofing both for Intel and Apple Silicon Mac architecture.

Unlimited Dock

The newly redesigned Dock uses Bins as a source and allows storing an unlimited number of clips in multiple docks. In addition, the Bins can be shared with your collaborators over QTAKE Server or QTAKE Cloud Sync to streamline the production and make it easy for everyone to stay on the same page.

Media Management

No space on your storage drive? No problem. Seamlessly switch to a new storage volume or use multiple volumes simultaneously to handle huge projects without the hassle. The clip list function “Manage Media Files” provides a simple way to delete unnecessary local media files for selected clips or move them to another storage.

Enhanced HDR Support

Experience your QTAKE app in a new way! Enjoy the vivid, lifelike colors with HDR support in QTAKE UI. Moreover, with the new update, SDI monitors with HDR payload detection will automatically set the colorspace and other HDR metadata when connected to a QOD+.

And More

The new update also brings support for Mono Audio, NDI v5, Blackmagic URSA auto recording, and other improvements. See the User Guide for more information about the new features.

Improvements

• Added "Status In Proxy OSD" preference

Bug Fixes

• Fixed rendering proxy media from RAW media
• Fixed handling variable FPS with FaceTime camera
• Fixed switching to correct version based on license
• Fixed missing metadata with RecRunTC auto-rec
• Fixed QTAKE Monitor drawing not visible on live clip
• Fixed automatic FPS change for multi-view QOD output
• Fixed QOD having the same view on all outputs
• Fixed 1080p60 output from old batches of QOD
• Fixed corrupted sequence after creating new one
• Fixed missing clips in the exported sequence
• Fixed Shoot Day update in the Export windows
• Fixed timecode issue with 3G-SDI Level B signal
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts in the Clip Matcher window
• Fixed color space issues with proxy media files
• Fixed missing OSD with post-processed proxy media
• Fixed black frame insertion on signal loss
• Fixed color shift with 10-bit and ProRes 4444 export
• Fixed clip effects on switch from live to playback
• Fixed metadata reset on Shot value change
• Fixed metadata span for custom fields
• Fixed missing metadata from Canon cameras
• Fixed Focal Length metadata reset
• Fixed ScreenPort SDI input on network switch
• Fixed BMD video card trying to lock to 4K input
• Fixed Show In Finder using the same filename
• Fixed Show In Finder not respecting folder structure
• Fixed XML Import to respect Play Sync
• Fixed dropped frames with AJA cards on Apple Silicon
• Fixed audio issues with QTAKE to QTAKE streaming
• Fixed talkback audio issues with Apple AirPods
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed SDI output on colorspace change
• Fixed 2nd 4K output with AJA Io4K+
• Fixed 2nd SDI output with new project
• Fixed QOD format issues on 4K switch
• Fixed QOD 3G-SDI Level on restart
• Fixed BMD embedded SDI audio capture
• Fixed issues with LUT color precision
• Fixed issues with master/slave link
• Fixed skewed image with SD media
• Fixed proxy render with RAW media
• Fixed minor UI issues in HDx8
• Fixed Dolby Vision stream UI update
• Fixed logged-in user UI update
• Fixed render with H.264 and HEVC codec
• Fixed render of 59.94 fps
• Fixed AJA 4K SDI timecode output
• Fixed Colorspace in Media toolbar
• Fixed Videohub missing in File room
• Fixed UI issue with Smart Bins
• Fixed UI issue with Meta sidebar
• Fixed loading CDL into Look effect
• Fixed GPU OUT layout view selector
• Fixed handling of disk permissions
• Fixed loading of effect presets
• Fixed applying Grid effect preset
• Fixed Shuttle toolbar buttons actions
• Fixed RGB+A capture
• Fixed updating Roll value from SDI
• Fixed missing live rows in the List sidebar
• Fixed missing Main group in FX sidebar
• Fixed rounding of number metadata values
• Fixed issues with multiple input formats
• Fixed Color Match effect
• Fixed QOD issues when plugging USB device
• Fixed License window date display issues
• Fixed limiting cursor to UI screen
• Fixed missing lines in the Meta sidebar
• Fixed missing templates on project duplicate
• Fixed custom metadata on project duplicate
• Fixed copying project input colorspace
• Fixed incosistent reset on View effects
• Fixed scaling of watermark text
• Fixed enabling frame recording
• Fixed issues with adjusting CDL
• Fixed Mix effect with high-res images
• Fixed Tangent control surface issues
• Fixed AJA IoX3 in 3 video card setup
• Fixed ordering issues in the List sidebar
• Fixed QOD firmware update procedure
• Fixed issues with clip relink
• Fixed respecting system regional settings
• Fixed SD-SDI output from video cards
• Fixed pausing playback on Camera change
• Fixed loading of live views on room change
• Fixed synced playback on slower speeds
• Fixed custom fields update in Meta sidebar
• Fixed Sensor FPS update with SDI metadata
• Fixed Camera value change from QTAKE Monitor
• Fixed overlapping values in PDF Report
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed memory leak exporting HDE ARRI media
• Fixed image glitches exporting Sony RAW media
• Fixed QOD reset with new firmware v120
• Fixed FCPX export compatibility issues
• Fixed color shift on high bit-depth media
• Fixed re-exporting internal proxy media on restart
• Fixed XML export to include project metadata
• Fixed Rec Start/End metadata after RAW import
• Fixed GPU OUT UI after changing QOD configuration
• Fixed GPU OUT trial watermark in NFR version
• Fixed GPU OUT default settings
• Fixed slower 4K encoding with software H.264
• Fixed input audio delay issues
• Fixed QTAKE Stream always detected as 1080p24
• Fixed QTAKE Stream quality degrading on still image
• Fixed LTC timecode input with Deltacast cards
• Fixed 10-bit performance on some Mac devices
• Fixed deleting media in QTAKE Projects folder
• Fixed performance when multi-clip metadata editing
• Fixed minor UI issues with LIST sidebar
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed incorrect CMF after Sony RAW import
• Fixed Clip List showing LUT from Media FX
• Fixed Clip FX update in Live mode
• Fixed live audio during Instant Playback
• Fixed Record Sync issues
• Fixed syncing and sharing clip ranges
• Fixed multi-channel audio playback down-mix
• Fixed drop-frame timecode
• Fixed audio TC with BMD video cards
• Fixed BMD Decklink 8K Pro configuration
• Fixed Deltacast DELTA-12G-elp-h 4c configuration
• Fixed pipeline export to internal Proxy media
• Fixed swapped colors in Proxy media playback
• Fixed CDL updates in the sequence playback
• Fixed restarting playback at the end of sequence
• Fixed Canon RAW playback
• Fixed Softron GPI Commander 2/3 support
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Web view page loading
• Fixed reordering QOD units with new firmware v119
• Fixed Shuttle speed set to -64x upon HDx8 launch
• Fixed saving of data context
• Fixed stream watermark glitch
• Fixed issues with RAW export to proxy
• Fixed difference in Auto-Export vs Render
• Fixed modal rendering to H.264 proxy
• Fixed editing Slate value
• Fixed color chart matching effect
• Fixed BMD video card profile change
• Fixed sequence rendering stopping before end
• Fixed NDI output with HDx1 version
• Fixed four QOD outputs in 4K version
• Fixed issue trying to record into same file
• Fixed auto-record stop in some cases
• Fixed BMD Decklink Quad 2 failed playout
• Fixed UI issues when on room switch
• Fixed playback of HEVC files in 10-bit mode
• Fixed Deltacast 8c use in 4Kx2 configuration
• Fixed Clip toolbar values with non-standard patch
• Fixed slow launch with M1 and macOS Ventura
• Fixed missing color space in HEVC files
• Fixed rendering of 720 source to 1080 output
• Fixed timecode in ALE after importing DJI clips
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed XML export media search
• Fixed memory leak with pipeline rendering
• Fixed hardware encoder pixelation
• Fixed dropping frames with AJA Kona 4
• Fixed LIST scroll issue
• Fixed playback start issue
• Fixed reading CMF from ARRI Alexa 35
• Fixed crash with macOS Ventura
• Fixed crash with upload during recording
• Fixed import of RED ProRes clips
• Fixed loading Sony Venice MXF clips
• Fixed de-squeezing of anamorphic MXF clips
• Fixed possible issue with project deletion
• Fixed BMD Decklink Duo processed output in LITE
• Fixed BMD Mini Monitor output in HDx2
• Fixed slow encoding after turning off transmitter
• Fixed slow encoding when using 2x AJA IoXT
• Fixed AJA IoX3 output when using no input
• Fixed 2nd AJA IoX3 using dual link as a primary format
• Fixed 2x AJA IoX3 configuration with V-OUT enabled
• Fixed 3x AJA video card configuration
• Fixed corrupted inputs with AJA cards
• Fixed Mute Live B-D on video card outputs
• Fixed storing custom numerical keyboard values
• Fixed missing Bins in Auto Export
• Fixed possible damaged proxy with Auto Export
• Fixed folder creation with Auto Export
• Fixed proxy rendering stuck at pending status
• Fixed pausing proxy transcoding
• Fixed temporary folder cleanup on failed Tasks
• Fixed pipeline processing of Media FX
• Fixed pipeline processing when missing preferred media
• Fixed foreground rendering of slow media
• Fixed incorrect FX pasting
• Fixed View FX linking
• Fixed FX not working after patching
• Fixed thumbnail creation with invalid FX
• Fixed QOD USB error when mounting external storage
• Fixed increased audio level with dual view on QOD
• Fixed offering correct QOD firmware with Mac Pro 2013
• Fixed QOD issues when using None for output 4
• Fixed QOD Auto FPS setting for 2nd 4K output
• Fixed QOD Auto FPS setting for clip playback
• Fixed missing 3G Level option in GPU output window
• Fixed OSD in Studio room
• Fixed preroll/postroll mode playback timeline
• Fixed playback issues with ranges
• Fixed playback issues on project change
• Fixed synced playback issues with multiple formats
• Fixed handling still images with NDI
• Fixed handing input FPS with NDI
• Fixed adjusting play sync offset in frame increments
• Fixed hide after clicking on 2nd screen
• Fixed playback of the high resolution clips
• Fixed losing Shoot Day on non-recorded inputs
• Fixed slow import of RAW clips with frame-based metadata
• Fixed timecode metadata for imported ARX clips
• Fixed prevention of patching to disk when recording
• Fixed proxy rendering for aborted recording
• Fixed recording audio for 2nd view pair composite
• Fixed recording to H.264 as a primary codec
• Fixed record button status after turning off flag readout
• Fixed application start taking long time
• Fixed spinning wheel with project sync via QTAKE Server
• Fixed issues with adding metadata reference fields
• Fixed shuttle issue with HDx8
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed black SDI output from QOD with new firmware v115
• Fixed proxy media compatibility with AVID Media Composer
• Fixed input mapping of Deltacast 4c video card in 4Kx2
• Fixed timecode not respecting pulldown removal
• Fixed external rig metadata not used with BMD video cards
• Fixed record aborting issues
• Fixed trial watermark with QTAKE Lite QOD output
• Fixed QTAKE 1.4 filename parsing of rating
• Fixed clip matcher including cancelled import
• Fixed BMD video cards performance with Apple Silicon
• Fixed missing dongle driver version in the logs
• Fixed audio track recording when recording composite
• Fixed configuration using four AJA Io4K video cards
• Fixed Clip Sync not loading remote clips into all views
• Fixed excessive stream bitrate with composite
• Fixed Tasks button state after import
• Fixed creating null media storage folder after import
• Fixed pipeline render fail with MP4 media files
• Fixed pipeline render when using H.264 source media
• Fixed edit player sometimes not playing at 100% speed
• Fixed render with RAW media

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash when rendering composite
• Fixed creating thumbnails for imported media
• Fixed freezing Studio room output over GPU Out
• Fixed HDx8 inputs with two Decklink 8K Pro cards
• Fixed AJA IoX3 audio output over breakout cable
• Fixed missing expired LITE module row in the License window
• Fixed missing Quad view layout in HDx8
• Fixed 10-bit and 12-bit color precision on Apple Silicon
• Fixed deleting thumbnails of deleted clips
• Fixed "Show In Finder" function with multiple storage drives
• Fixed display name in GPU Out window on Apple Silicon
• Fixed Auto-Export duplicating some path components
• Fixed Histogram in 10-bit mode

Improvements

• Runs on Mac computers without Secure Enclave (no license transfer)
• Pipeline rendering to ProRes 4444 codec uses RGBA pixel formats
• Added filename template to Export Looks function
• Added logging of CPU throttling in percentage

Bug Fixes

• Fixed audio not working when using QTAKE Cloud Stream as input
• Fixed playback stream over QTAKE Cloud stuttering in web browsers
• Fixed QTAKE Cloud Stream stuck in "Connected" state in web browsers
• Fixed saving of render codec in Render settings dialog
• Fixed stability issues

Version 2.0 marks an immense milestone in development of QTAKE, with the new licensing model and substantial under-the-hood improvements. Application name has been changed to QTAKE Pro not just to emphasize its dedication to filmmaking professionals, but also to mark the beginning of the tighter collaboration with its user base, in the form of a public roadmap, voting for features, educational webinars as well as premium technical support, which is essential to any flawless product use.

New Features

Native Apple Silicon Support

Apple Silicon has brought the next level of performance and thermal management to Mac computers. With QTAKE Pro, which runs natively on M1 Mac computers using universal-binary code, this new powerful platform can be used to its full extent, dismissing limitations imposed by previous architecture. Learn more.

Instant Playback

All video assist operators know how frustrating it is to wait for the camera to cut in order to provide playback. Not any more! With the Instant Playback feature, you can start playback as soon as the director asks for it, even if the camera is still rolling. QTAKE will record the rest of the take in the background so you can have edit-ready proxy files exactly matching the camera recording, including off-speed shots up to 60 fps. Learn how to set up Instant Playback.

Single Sign-on via SAML 2.0

QTAKE Pro includes support for single sign-on via the SAML protocol, allowing productions to create QTAKE Cloud accounts for QTAKE Pro operators from their central account management system. This removes the need for manual account registration and activation, while simultaneously giving productions more control over the accounts used to access confidential content. To participate in the program, administrators should create a support ticket. Because QTAKE Cloud is part of the Okta Integration Network, productions using Okta can benefit from a more streamlined setup process.

Blackmagic RAW

Working towards our goal of expanding the QTAKE ecosystem beyond the realm of video assist, we are adding support for Blackmagic RAW media to the existing fleet of supported camera formats from ARRI, Canon, RED, and Sony. This will allow you to effortlessly create on-set dailies from increasingly popular Blackmagic Design cameras as well as to render the highest quality proxy media for remote collaboration through QTAKE Cloud or Moxion.

New Licensing

The most popular PRO module is now included with every streaming QTAKE Pro license, including QTAKE Pro Live. Custom-bundle discounts allow the customers to create any combination of modules and each additional module will lower the price of the bundle by 5% up to a total of 30%. In addition to daily, weekly and monthly rates, new 1-year and 3-year license options are now available.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed 12G-SDI input with Deltacast video cards
• Fixed XML export of subclips
• Fixed XML export and import duplicating composites
• Fixed freezing with Edit sequences
• Fixed Unit metadata sent over QTAKE Stream
• Fixed minor GUI issues
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed non-processed streaming with BMD cards
• Fixed enabling ranges on proxy media
• Fixed listing clips from different project
• Fixed initializing QOD on USB reconnection
• Fixed Ramp keyframes saving
• Fixed disabling Ramp for unsupported media
• Fixed Record Sync using SDI flags
• Fixed watermark on input stream
• Fixed duplicating filename template
• Fixed custom metadata OSD
• Fixed composite recording for non-standard patch
• Fixed Plus 3D view refresh
• Fixed syncing Shoot Day metadata
• Fixed unmarking reference clips
• Fixed clearing Note metadata on Scene change
• Fixed deactivation of the Search field
• Fixed missing metadata in XML export
• Fixed minor GUI issues
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Option to open QTAKE Server links in UI
• Support for email invitation links
• Automatic input color space detection as a default

Bug Fixes

• Fixed distorted SD-SDI inputs with AJA cards
• Fixed "Keep Disk On Rec" option with Deltacast cards
• Fixed setting new multi-choice metadata values
• Fixed display of dynamic metadata during playback
• Fixed issues with sequence editor
• Fixed SDI output colorspace with BMD and Deltacast cards
• Fixed distorted clip-based SDI output
• Fixed UI issues with macOS Sonoma
• Fixed automatic input format change detection
• Fixed 50 and 60 fps output from QOD
• Fixed duplicated metadata search results
• Fixed audio waveform disappearing
• Fixed resetting search bar in Clip Browser
• Fixed quad-link 4K with AJA cards
• Fixed copying Color Space to project inputs
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts in GPU OUT window
• Fixed videohub presets with zero source
• Fixed OSD Logo color and refresh issues
• Fixed render order for OSD Logo
• Fixed performance issues with 4x4K version
• Fixed streaming from QTAKE to QTAKE
• Fixed proxy media with QTAKE XML export
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed infinite wait for project download
• Fixed views and streams flashing green
• Fixed memory leak on Room switching
• Fixed views appearance in full-screen mode
• Fixed audio noise with AJA IoX3 3G-SDI output
• Fixed missing QOD toolbar in QTAKE Lite
• Fixed importing thumbnails from QTAKE export
• Fixed Proxy OSD and Watermark settings
• Fixed missing HDMI OUT toolbar in QTAKE Lite
• Fixed Frame Recording with Deltacast video cards
• Fixed Media toolbar UI glitch
• Fixed audio repeating when QTAKE Stream stops
• Fixed Screenshot filename sanitization
• Fixed Mask templates showing star after save
• Fixed auto-load with missing project
• Fixed black GPU output with BMD video cards
• Fixed view refresh with no video input
• Fixed foreground rendering with Composite
• Fixed proxy media with Composite recording
• Fixed disabled Audio Delay with BMD video cards
• Fixed automatic input format change
• Fixed performance with Pong loop playback
• Fixed overwrite with Export to internal storage
• Fixed file import issues
• Fixed stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed pipeline processing with specific media
• Fixed genlock switching on missing input
• Fixed GPI Commander connection
• Fixed V-OUT flicker with AJA cards
• Fixed pausing V-OUT after manual recording
• Fixed Clip FX applied to Proxy media
• Fixed missing TC and Duration in Proxy OSD
• Fixed import of QTAKE XML into same project
• Fixed issues using 2nd QOD device
• Fixed QOD audio outputs with 8/2 mode
• Fixed slow encoding error with Frame Sync off
• Fixed setting play speed for multiple clips
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed OSD delay after entering metadata values
• Fixed Send To Sequence not respecting clip order
• Fixed Live Pass Videohub issues
• Fixed using still images in the sequence
• Fixed Show In Finder window refresh
• Fixed Color Output with curve effects
• Fixed loading CLF files
• Fixed QOD colorspace output
• Fixed skewed still image display
• Fixed VR View remote control issues
• Fixed Pipeline allowing multiple read nodes
• Fixed Browse sequence filtering issue
• Fixed screenshots for non-standard media types
• Fixed disappearing version window in Smart Assist
• Fixed ScreenPort timecode flicker
• Fixed editing metadata through List Function
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed synced playback pause on switching rooms
• Fixed Mute Live B user option
• Fixed camera rotation values missing in OSD
• Fixed issues with Lens Model metadata
• Fixed missing reference view in Color Match effect
• Fixed handling AJA 3G-SDI Level B signal
• Fixed crash with AJA ancillary data output
• Fixed crash with proxy encoder on signal change
• Fixed progress bar stuck on importing file
• Fixed memory leak with Auto-export
• Fixed Talk button refresh after stream loss
• Fixed Auto-export edit pipeline selection
• Fixed NDI input for static image stream
• Fixed update of Chapter names on playback
• Fixed Status bar UI issues
• Fixed duplicate project keeping metadata values
• Fixed corrupted audio with imported files
• Fixed Deltacast colors with HDR input
• Fixed clearing Take value
• Fixed Video router preset validation
• Fixed Video router prep routing execution
• Fixed respecting Episode in the Scene toolbar
• Fixed Render ignoring Scene Suffix
• Fixed QOD output with some outputs set to None
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed QTAKE Monitor drawing not visible on live clip
• Fixed automatic FPS change for multi-view QOD output
• Fixed QOD having the same view on all outputs
• Fixed 1080p60 output from old batches of QOD
• Fixed corrupted sequence after creating new one
• Fixed missing clips in the exported sequence
• Fixed Shoot Day update in the Export windows
• Fixed timecode issue with 3G-SDI Level B signal
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts in the Clip Matcher window
• Fixed color space issues with proxy media files
• Fixed missing OSD with post-processed proxy media
• Fixed black frame insertion on signal loss
• Fixed color shift with 10-bit and ProRes 4444 export
• Fixed clip effects on switch from live to playback
• Fixed metadata reset on Shot value change
• Fixed metadata span for custom fields
• Fixed missing metadata from Canon cameras
• Fixed Focal Length metadata reset
• Fixed ScreenPort SDI input on network switch
• Fixed BMD video card trying to lock to 4K input
• Fixed Show In Finder using the same filename
• Fixed Show In Finder not respecting folder structure
• Fixed XML Import to respect Play Sync
• Fixed dropped frames with AJA cards on Apple Silicon
• Fixed audio issues with QTAKE to QTAKE streaming
• Fixed talkback audio issues with Apple AirPods
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed render with H.264 and HEVC codec
• Fixed render of 59.94 fps
• Fixed AJA 4K SDI timecode output
• Fixed Colorspace in Media toolbar
• Fixed Videohub missing in File room
• Fixed UI issue with Smart Bins
• Fixed UI issue with Meta sidebar
• Fixed loading CDL into Look effect
• Fixed GPU OUT layout view selector
• Fixed handling of disk permissions
• Fixed loading of effect presets
• Fixed applying Grid effect preset
• Fixed Shuttle toolbar buttons actions
• Fixed RGB+A capture
• Fixed updating Roll value from SDI
• Fixed missing live rows in the List sidebar
• Fixed missing Main group in FX sidebar
• Fixed rounding of number metadata values
• Fixed issues with multiple input formats
• Fixed Color Match effect
• Fixed QOD issues when plugging USB device
• Fixed License window date display issues
• Fixed limiting cursor to UI screen
• Fixed missing lines in the Meta sidebar
• Fixed missing templates on project duplicate
• Fixed custom metadata on project duplicate
• Fixed copying project input colorspace
• Fixed incosistent reset on View effects
• Fixed scaling of watermark text
• Fixed enabling frame recording
• Fixed issues with adjusting CDL
• Fixed Mix effect with high-res images
• Fixed Tangent control surface issues
• Fixed AJA IoX3 in 3 video card setup
• Fixed ordering issues in the List sidebar
• Fixed QOD firmware update procedure
• Fixed issues with clip relink
• Fixed respecting system regional settings
• Fixed SD-SDI output from video cards
• Fixed pausing playback on Camera change
• Fixed loading of live views on room change
• Fixed synced playback on slower speeds
• Fixed custom fields update in Meta sidebar
• Fixed Sensor FPS update with SDI metadata
• Fixed Camera value change from QTAKE Monitor
• Fixed overlapping values in PDF Report
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed QOD reset with new firmware v120
• Fixed FCPX export compatibility issues
• Fixed color shift on high bit-depth media
• Fixed re-exporting internal proxy media on restart
• Fixed XML export to include project metadata
• Fixed Rec Start/End metadata after RAW import
• Fixed GPU OUT UI after changing QOD configuration
• Fixed GPU OUT trial watermark in NFR version
• Fixed GPU OUT default settings
• Fixed slower 4K encoding with software H.264
• Fixed input audio delay issues
• Fixed QTAKE Stream always detected as 1080p24
• Fixed QTAKE Stream quality degrading on still image
• Fixed LTC timecode input with Deltacast cards
• Fixed 10-bit performance on some Mac devices
• Fixed deleting media in QTAKE Projects folder
• Fixed performance when multi-clip metadata editing
• Fixed minor UI issues with LIST sidebar
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Updated dongle driver to v8.51

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Record Sync issues
• Fixed syncing and sharing clip ranges
• Fixed multi-channel audio playback down-mix
• Fixed drop-frame timecode
• Fixed audio TC with BMD video cards
• Fixed BMD Decklink 8K Pro configuration
• Fixed Deltacast DELTA-12G-elp-h 4c configuration
• Fixed pipeline export to internal Proxy media
• Fixed swapped colors in Proxy media playback
• Fixed CDL updates in the sequence playback
• Fixed restarting playback at the end of sequence
• Fixed Canon RAW playback
• Fixed Softron GPI Commander 2/3 support
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed reordering QOD units with new firmware v119
• Fixed Shuttle speed set to -64x upon HDx8 launch
• Fixed saving of data context
• Fixed stream watermark glitch
• Fixed issues with RAW export to proxy
• Fixed difference in Auto-Export vs Render
• Fixed modal rendering to H.264 proxy
• Fixed editing Slate value
• Fixed color chart matching effect
• Fixed BMD video card profile change
• Fixed sequence rendering stopping before end
• Fixed NDI output with HDx1 version
• Fixed four QOD outputs in 4K version
• Fixed issue trying to record into same file
• Fixed auto-record stop in some cases
• Fixed BMD Decklink Quad 2 failed playout
• Fixed UI issues when on room switch
• Fixed playback of HEVC files in 10-bit mode
• Fixed Deltacast 8c use in 4Kx2 configuration
• Fixed Clip toolbar values with non-standard patch
• Fixed slow launch with M1 and macOS Ventura
• Fixed missing color space in HEVC files
• Fixed rendering of 720 source to 1080 output
• Fixed timecode in ALE after importing DJI clips

Bug Fixes

• Fixed XML export media search
• Fixed memory leak with pipeline rendering
• Fixed hardware encoder pixelation
• Fixed dropping frames with AJA Kona 4
• Fixed LIST scroll issue
• Fixed playback start issue
• Fixed reading CMF from ARRI Alexa 35
• Fixed BMD Decklink Duo processed output in LITE
• Fixed BMD Mini Monitor output in HDx2
• Fixed slow encoding after turning off transmitter
• Fixed slow encoding when using 2x AJA IoXT
• Fixed AJA IoX3 output when using no input
• Fixed 2nd AJA IoX3 using dual link as a primary format
• Fixed 2x AJA IoX3 configuration with V-OUT enabled
• Fixed 3x AJA video card configuration
• Fixed corrupted inputs with AJA cards
• Fixed Mute Live B-D on video card outputs
• Fixed storing custom numerical keyboard values
• Fixed missing Bins in Auto Export
• Fixed possible damaged proxy with Auto Export
• Fixed folder creation with Auto Export
• Fixed proxy rendering stuck at pending status
• Fixed pausing proxy transcoding
• Fixed temporary folder cleanup on failed Tasks
• Fixed pipeline processing of Media FX
• Fixed pipeline processing when missing preferred media
• Fixed foreground rendering of slow media
• Fixed incorrect FX pasting
• Fixed View FX linking
• Fixed FX not working after patching
• Fixed thumbnail creation with invalid FX
• Fixed QOD USB error when mounting external storage
• Fixed increased audio level with dual view on QOD
• Fixed offering correct QOD firmware with Mac Pro 2013
• Fixed QOD issues when using None for output 4
• Fixed QOD Auto FPS setting for 2nd 4K output
• Fixed QOD Auto FPS setting for clip playback
• Fixed missing 3G Level option in GPU output window
• Fixed OSD in Studio room
• Fixed preroll/postroll mode playback timeline
• Fixed playback issues with ranges
• Fixed playback issues on project change
• Fixed synced playback issues with multiple formats
• Fixed handling still images with NDI
• Fixed handing input FPS with NDI
• Fixed adjusting play sync offset in frame increments
• Fixed hide after clicking on 2nd screen
• Fixed playback of the high resolution clips
• Fixed losing Shoot Day on non-recorded inputs
• Fixed slow import of RAW clips with frame-based metadata
• Fixed timecode metadata for imported ARX clips
• Fixed prevention of patching to disk when recording
• Fixed proxy rendering for aborted recording
• Fixed recording audio for 2nd view pair composite
• Fixed recording to H.264 as a primary codec
• Fixed record button status after turning off flag readout
• Fixed application start taking long time
• Fixed spinning wheel with project sync via QTAKE Server
• Fixed issues with adding metadata reference fields
• Fixed shuttle issue with HDx8
• Fixed known stability issues

Bug Fixes

• Fixed black SDI output from QOD with new firmware v115
• Fixed proxy media compatibility with AVID Media Composer
• Fixed input mapping of Deltacast 4c video card in 4Kx2
• Fixed timecode not respecting pulldown removal
• Fixed external rig metadata not used with BMD video cards
• Fixed record aborting issues
• Fixed trial watermark with QTAKE Lite QOD output
• Fixed QTAKE 1.4 filename parsing of rating
• Fixed clip matcher including cancelled import
• Fixed BMD video cards performance with Apple Silicon
• Fixed missing dongle driver version in the logs
• Fixed audio track recording when recording composite
• Fixed configuration using four AJA Io4K video cards
• Fixed Clip Sync not loading remote clips into all views
• Fixed excessive stream bitrate with composite
• Fixed Tasks button state after import
• Fixed creating null media storage folder after import
• Fixed pipeline render fail with MP4 media files
• Fixed pipeline render when using H.264 source media
• Fixed edit player sometimes not playing at 100% speed

Bug Fixes

• Fixed missing Quad view layout in HDx8
• Fixed 10-bit and 12-bit color precision on Apple Silicon
• Fixed deleting thumbnails of deleted clips
• Fixed "Show In Finder" function with multiple storage drives
• Fixed display name in GPU Out window on Apple Silicon
• Fixed Auto-Export duplicating some path components
• Fixed Histogram in 10-bit mode

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash when rendering composite
• Fixed creating thumbnails for imported media
• Fixed freezing Studio room output over GPU Out
• Fixed HDx8 inputs with two Decklink 8K Pro cards
• Fixed AJA IoX3 audio output over breakout cable
• Fixed missing expired LITE module row in the License window

Bug Fixes

• Fixed audio not working when using QTAKE Cloud Stream as input
• Fixed QTAKE Cloud Stream stuck in "Connected" state in web browsers
• Fixed saving of render codec in Render settings dialog
• Fixed streaming clients count limit
• Fixed stability issues

Important: dongle license users will need to update to dongle driver version 8.31. See the release newsletter for instructions or contact support.

Improvements

• Added warning about outdated dongle driver

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash when importing stills
• Fixed crash when rendering composites
• Fixed color artifacts when combining CDL and MASK
• Fixed issues with remote color grading on channel 3
• Fixed AJA IoX3 running in 4-input mode
• Fixed Date token in the Filename template

New Features

AJA Io X3 support

The new Io X3 video card from AJA Video Systems is now supported as a full-duplex 2-channel video device (limited to a single output format).

Improvements

• Improved Episode filter in the Export window
• Added reset to default color space in Media toolbar
• Added QOD firmware v113
• Color Space change in Media toolbar propagated to RAW settings
• Disabled ranges are now visible in Time Slider
• All connected dongles now added to license renewal dialog
• Added support for AJA Corvid 44 12G
• Added warning about QTAKE Pro running in parallel

Bug Fixes

• Fixed AJA SDI audio used for multiple inputs
• Fixed Auto Export to internal storage re-exporting clips on restart
• Fixed crash when editing Garbage Matte clip effect
• Fixed QTAKE stream audio not playing if the mode is set to "Always"
• Fixed “Record Only” mode on “Stream Live Audio Control” preference change
• Fixed colors in the pipeline render when “Full Range Video” preference is on
• Fixed filtering out BMD audio device in the project audio input picker
• Fixed linking of Crop view effect
• Fixed clip effect “Apply” after loading preset when using Color Output FX
• Fixed 10-bit UI and GPU output support
• Fixed Test Image clip effect precision
• Fixed CDL effect image processing on M1
• Fixed missing thumbnail in QTAKE Monitor for XML imports from QTAKE
• Fixed board mapping for BMD Decklink Quad 2 with HDx2
• Fixed HDx4 compatibility with BMD Decklink Duo 2
• Fixed lost audio after QOD reset (batches 1-3)
• Fixed incorrect "No license" log message
• Fixed stuttering playback audio using V-OUT in HDx1
• Fixed possible crash when changing ScreenPort audio settings
• Fixed “Pong” loop mode in synced playback
• Fixed pipeline render to HEVC with bit depth set to 10 or higher
• Fixed help view positioning on Macs with camera notch
• Fixed possible CMF metadata retained from previous clip
• Fixed memory leak when using software HEVC encoder
• Fixed playback jump to deactivated range
• Fixed flickering of ranges selection in reverse playback
• Fixed issue with random timecode and record flags on Ovide Smart Assist
• Fixed missing audio with “Proxy Processed Image” preference in disk mode
• Fixed “Two_Boards_For_Dual_IO” preference change on mismatched configuration
• Fixed “Constant_Playout_Mode” preference change on mismatched configuration
• Fixed HDx8 issues with Deltacast 8c board
• Fixed wrong frame rate value for system camera
• Fixed aborting record on system camera frame rate change
• Fixed setting AJA Kumo labels longer than 20 characters
• Fixed offering license renewal for trial modules
• Fixed crash when selecting still image clip after RAW clip
• Fixed visual glitches in NDI output
• Fixed crash with NDI output in 4K version
• Fixed mixing up NDI stream audio with audio from virtual input
• Fixed QTAKE Lite asking to pick a version to run
• Fixed refreshing media tab colorspace field when input FX is reset
• Fixed missing P3D65 colorspace in media tab colorspace field
• Fixed loading of currently recorded clips in sync
• Fixed missing audio playback on some ranges
• Fixed Shoot Day metadata issues
• Fixed inaccurate color picker in Chroma Key
• Fixed Record Sync after restart
• Fixed network bonding streaming issues
• Fixed Auto-Export ignoring target folder
• Fixed independent Clip Sync
• Fixed Play Sync turning off in Composite room
• Fixed Abort of incorrect input when View is patched to Disk
• Fixed black screen after Hide
• Fixed "This Week" clip filter
• Fixed invalid timecode string with Apple ProRAW
• Fixed distorted QOD audio
• Fixed green frame with Deltacast recording
• Fixed reloading of the sequence clip
• Fixed Canon C300 Mark II SDI metadata
• Fixed writing a note into existing range
• Fixed permanent delete of clip not releasing disk space
• Fixed QOD SDI1 outputting audio down-mix with 8/2 option
• Fixed missing audio in the rendered sequence
• Fixed version selector display after Lite for the first time
• Fixed missing timecode in the Avid AAF export
• Fixed downloading expired licenses
• Fixed AJA Kumo disconnection after editing label
• Fixed FaceTime camera FPS
• Fixed version selector not respecting preferences
• Fixed Decklink Duo 2 not working as 4 input card
• Fixed MoSys Star Tracker network data
• Fixed port conflict with AirPlay Receiver on MacOS Monterey
• Fixed missing color metadata in proxy media
• Fixed export to file in Full Range mode
• Fixed duplicating composites and sequences on import
• Fixed Auto-Export to internal media repeating after restart
• Fixed incorrect CDL effect with Apple Silicon
• Fixed known stability issues

New Features

ScreenPort as a capture card

In addition to passthrough codec released in the previous version, QTAKE can now capture camera metadata processed by ScreenPort, which makes it one of the most portable USB-powered 3G-SDI capture card suitable for professional video assist work.

Improvements

• Added Create Thumbnails to LIST functions
• Added option to reconnect stream to QTAKE Cloud
• Added Episode to Export filter
• Added support for Deltacast DELTA-12G-e-h 2i1c card
• Added independent audio source for each QOD output

Bug Fixes

• Fixed network unreachable issues
• Fixed crash caused by compressed audio
• Fixed crash caused by switching QOD resolution
• Fixed support for BMD input/output combined with output-only board
• Fixed support for AJA input/output combined with output-only board
• Fixed round slider sometimes getting stuck
• Fixed PAL resolution for non-SDI inputs
• Fixed capturing NDI test pattern
• Fixed proxy rendering size mismatch
• Fixed SDI embedding live audio from RTSP stream
• Fixed input FPS display with AJA U-Tap after restart
• Fixed audio input and output issues with AJA Corvid 88
• Fixed handling of RGB SDI inputs with AJA Corvid 88
• Fixed short freeze on GPU OUT when hiding QTAKE
• Fixed copying metadata when creating subclip
• Fixed take reset when changing shot
• Fixed No Response with QTAKE Cloud Stream
• Fixed missing thumbnails when importing old projects
• Fixed importing greyscale still images
• Fixed failing proxy rendering
• Fixed missing episode and slate with XML import
• Fixed slave playback not starting at the specified timecode
• Fixed trial mode recording duration counter
• Fixed buffering of compressed frames with proxy recording
• Fixed no video input with AJA Io4K when both signals change
• Fixed disabling talk button with no streaming clients
• Fixed shortcuts sharing between versions of QTAKE
• Fixed playback stop when using QTAKE Monitor remote control
• Fixed minor UI bugs

New Features

Recording streams without recompression

When recording input from ScreenPort SDI or another QTAKE, users can now select “Passthrough” codec option, which will store the video track in the native codec of the stream. This will save a considerable amount of storage and processing power to allow more portable systems to be used for multi-channel video assist.

Improvements

• Added support for AJA T-Tap output
• Added support for AJA FS-HDR as a LUT box
• Added separate auto-record option for each input
• Added shortcuts for toolbars
• Auto-record fields moved from Options to Record toolbar
• Updated QOD firmware to 1.4.112
• Updated QTAKE Grade Server protocol to include LUT filename
• Improved camera orientation handling

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash when receiving stream from QTAKE Monitor
• Fixed Span, Sync and Source for reference metadata fields
• Fixed Date metadata formatting in OSD
• Fixed automatic resetting of Take Tags value
• Fixed mapping when using two BMD Decklink Duo 2 boards
• Fixed QOD showing one GPU output with 4x SDI resolution
• Fixes issues with 3D HIT value accidental entry
• Fixed filename parsing issues
• Fixed streaming packet loss counters
• Fixed Still Mix unable to change image
• Fixed HDMI RGB input with BMD video boards
• Fixed Status Bar shortcut
• Fixed inability to change camera letter
• Fixed creating proxy media on import
• Fixed Export and Show In Finder for QTAKE Server media
• Fixed QTAKE Server created projects not appearing in QTAKE
• Fixes source clip metadata in the Edit sequence
• Fixed issues with Input 1 patched to View 2
• Fixed greyed out Stream toolbar during streaming
• Fixed displaying QTAKE Monitor drawing
• Fixed Talkback after reconnecting audio device
• Fixed missing clip ranges
• Fixed output colors after changing LTC in OVIDE Smart Assist
• Fixed UI and audio issues with OVIDE Smart Assist
• Fixed output device timeout with OVIDE Smart Assist
• Fixed output routing shortcuts with OVIDE Smart Assist

New Features

Improved streaming from QTAKE to QTAKE

Similar to QTAKE Monitor, QTAKE Video Assist now takes advantage of the sophisticated stream receiving engine, which provides a smooth result even with suboptimal network conditions. Learn more.

Improvements

• Improved version switching when missing license
• Improved Smart Assist mode detection
• Added support for disabling watermark on web stream
• Added support for live audio control on web stream
• Added possibility to use SDI output card without input
• OSD duration renamed to Range Duration

Bug Fixes

• Fixed live audio stuttering with web stream
• Fixed cloud stream upload value with web stream
• Fixed alpha channel on imported stills
• Fixed AJA U-Tap system permission prompt
• Fixed playhead position after recording
• Fixed live-only stream with missing input
• Fixed playback performance with TIFF files
• Fixed missing audio when streaming to other QTAKE
• Fixed multi-view screenshots with the same camera
• Fixed keyboard shortcuts for letters with accents
• Fixed live audio mute with BMD video cards
• Fixed auto-export when switching projects
• Fixed playback with AJA cards without constant playout
• Fixed crash on QTAKE start
• Fixed missing audio input delay in Smart Assist

Most of the new functionality in QTAKE 1.6 is dedicated to streaming. QTAKE Stream was designed specifically for professional filmmakers and gained worldwide praise for its ultra-low latency, frame-based metadata support, and studio-grade security. Now we are taking it to a new level with the following features:

New Features

Web Stream

QTAKE Cloud Stream is now available for PC and Android devices. This update delivers the first-class streaming experience to any device with WebRTC support. And that’s not all. If you use Moxion, QTAKE Cloud Stream is now also available directly in the Moxion web interface as a live clip. Learn more.

QTAKE Live

Introducing the new, simplified, stream-only version of QTAKE. In addition to multi-camera input and streaming, it provides real-time image processing, such as geometric transformations or color-grading. Simplified interface and budget-friendly pricing. Learn more.

Dolby Vision® Support

Experience the ultimate remote grading with QTAKE Cloud Stream HDR. In many cases, clients cannot attend editing or color-grading sessions in person and cannot rely on exported clips because of the slow turn-around. QTAKE offers a solution for interactive and effective remote grading thanks to its high-quality, low-latency streaming of Dolby Vision enabled content. Learn more.

QTAKE 4Kx4

The new add-on module for four 4K camera support. It provides four-channel recording, playback, image processing, compositing, live editing. All in full 4K resolution. Learn more.

Improvements

• Added Cloud Stream end-to-end encryption preference
• Added Cloud Stream default mode preference
• Added ALE Import Templates
• Added Episode selector in the Browser
• Added Cloud Stream diagnostic popup
• Added support for HEVC with Alpha channel
• Improved MetaCoder audio mode
• Improved Ranges with play sync
• Improved support for input AV devices
• Updated AJA, BMD, Deltacast and AVID libraries

Bug Fixes

• Fixed known stability issues
• Fixed UI monitor color profile not being applied to views
• Fixed loading of clips via Remote Control
• Fixed play sync offset between playback and recording clip
• Fixed no signal issue with BMD video boards
• Fixed proxy media sequence clip playback
• Fixed machine status register button not appearing
• Fixed streaming of paused still image
• Fixed AJA audio buffer size issues
• Fixed project metadata editing
• Fixed stuttering and audio delay in composite
• Fixed editing Chapter name
• Fixed project loading error

This is the minimum version required to connect to QTAKE Cloud Stream as of June 20, 2021. Earlier versions are no longer able to connect.

Improvements

• Updated QTAKE Grade Server protocol to include LUT name

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash with multichannel audio
• Fixed crash in thumbnail loading
• Fixed crash in texture upload
• Fixed missing audio with BMD cards
• Fixed incorrect warning about zero media duration on import
• Fixed deleting of old media files on import
• Fixed importing unsupported MXF media files
• Fixed dual link input with AJA cards
• Fixed playback without play status and audio
• Fixed muting of playback audio in Rec-only streaming mode
• Fixed cloud stream heartbeats

Improvements

• Updated NDI libraries
• Added packet loss correction for cloud and local streams
• Added storing of ACES ODTs per project
• Added CDL import from ALE
• Added Unit and Shoot Day import matcher filtering
• Added approval dialog when turning off streaming
• Added sorting of volumes by free space
• Added system drive fill-up prevention
• Added support for Shoot Day prefix
• Added support for leading zeroes for Take metadata
• Added media summary and clip ranges to PDF Report

Bug Fixes

• Fixed NDI crash
• Fixed crash with H.264 encoding
• Fixed missing ranges after importing new media
• Fixed audio input using multiple devices
• Fixed missing thumbnail indicator in Slider 2
• Fixed AJA RGB input
• Fixed image height on some imported media files
• Fixed wrong Color Space assigned to Proxy media
• Fixed missing Camera Operator in the OSD
• Fixed importing Rating and Circle Take from ALE
• Fixed blurry proxy media pipeline renders
• Fixed QTAKE Cloud connection status
• Fixed network unreachable
• Fixed stream disconnection in QTAKE
• Fixed playback sync with pre-roll/post-roll timeline
• Fixed patch stuck in DISK mode
• Fixed recording chapters with FaceTime camera input
• Fixed creating subclips during recording
• Fixed handling of input format change during recording
• Fixed downloading ProRes media and LUTs from QTAKE Server
• Fixed update of the license window
• Fixed export to internal media overwriting previous export
• Fixed issues with talkback when using system audio device
• Fixed highlight clipping in ACES
• Fixed scrambled image with AVID MXF export
• Fixed missing on-screen keyboard in Network Settings
• Fixed audio input delay when using NDI output
• Fixed loading correct clip when using master/slave mode
• Fixed pipeline export getting stuck or failing to finish
• Fixed irregular proxy media frame durations

New Features

Accelerated 10-bit HEVC

If you need to stream the highest quality possible, but your CPU cannot handle the workload, we have a solution. QTAKE can now use hardware acceleration to encode 10-bit HEVC in real time. This is especially useful for remote color grading or any other color-critical stream monitoring. Accelerated 10-bit encoding requires macOS Big Sur and supported Mac hardware.

Improvements

• Added custom name to list of network interfaces
• Added LUT name to ALE Export

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash with pipeline rendering
• Fixed OSD From Background issues
• Fixed Record toolbar UI in HDx1
• Fixed No Video Detected with AJA IoXT on start
• Fixed detecting internet connection in the Network Settings
• Fixed current speed value in the Network Settings
• Fixed Active Media picker showing wrong value
• Fixed Import From QTAKE linking into same project
• Fixed reading color space from ARRI ProRes media
• Fixed spamming log with network messages

New Features

Network Bonding

When working on a location with limited internet bandwidth, you can use QTAKE network bonding as a solution. Bonding multiple slow connections can create one fast connection, sufficient to handle the bitrate of your outgoing streams. But instead of getting a dedicated bonding router and paying extra for this service, you can now use built-in network bonding in QTAKE, free of charge.

Improvements

• Added QOD support to QTAKE Lite
• Added new camera models to project picker
• LUT effect now automatically sets last used LUT
• Stream receiver now ignores streams from the same app

Bug Fixes

• Fixed AJA Corvid 88 support
• Fixed crash with Deltacast cards
• Fixed ARRI RAW linking error
• Fixed HEVC encoder error
• Fixed license UI issues
• Fixed last shot and next take issues
• Fixed Chapter name refresh
• Fixed Curves effect
• Fixed handling server clips in the LIST
• Fixed Wipe angle reset
• Fixed infinite pong loop
• Fixed editing note while switching clips
• Fixed custom Unit metadata values
• Fixed OSD from foreground in the composite
• Fixed audio logs after disconnecting DisplayPort
• Fixed handling of stream resolution change
• Fixed missing machine register button
• Fixed missing thumbnails on composite clips
• Fixed NULL camera letters
• Fixed frame drops on room switching
• Fixed transcode to 10-bit proxy on import
• Fixed 10-bit stream decoding
• Fixed missing crew metadata in the OSD
• Fixed sync recording stop on video input loss
• Fixed audio waveform on audio-only files
• Fixed editing filenames with Show Keyboard mode
• Fixed AAC decoding errors
• Fixed recording embedded and sound card audio
• Fixed unreachable network logs
• Fixed crash when using custom metadata in OSD
• Fixed screen recording permission issue

Improvements

• Allowed using system drive as a media storage
• Added Swap function to Blend composite toolbar
• Added watermark support to QTAKE Stream input
• Added app version to media metadata
• Added client app selector to Cloud Stream Invite
• Added Episode to Clip toolbar, Roll moved to Data
• Added poster frame indicator to Time slider
• Added ALE template to Pipeline write node
• Monitor color profile is forced only if QOD is used
• Updated Deltacast libraries

Bug Fixes

• Fixed UK slating in hard-link filenames
• Fixed QTAKE stream receiving stop
• Fixed Show In Finder when using multiple storage volumes
• Fixed Deltacast SDI audio output for live audio card input
• Fixed incorrect stream settings in HDx1 and 4Kx1
• Fixed broken V-OUT long click function
• Fixed mixing of recorded and proxy media in a sequence
• Fixed proxy recording issues
• Fixed issues with Still Mix overlay
• Fixed Clip Note metadata syncing between inputs
• Fixed Play Sync playback not starting
• Fixed recording performance in 10-bit and 12-bit modes
• Fixed import dialog keyboard behavior
• Fixed stuttering of non-processed stream
• Fixed non-processed stream with 10-bit input
• Fixed non-SDI audio when used in 2nd input
• Fixed "disk too slow" issue
• Fixed read-back crash
• Fixed audio in 6G-SDI output mode
• Fixed issues with QOD reset
• Fixed handling of clip episode
• Fixed ignored metadata on import
• Fixed XML export message
• Fixed Still Scale input effect
• Fixed missing AVID range markers

New Features

Direct Stream Mode

One of the exciting new features in QTAKE is the Direct Stream Mode, licensed via the PRO module. This mode will attempt to connect your QTAKE system directly to clients, avoiding the need for QTAKE Cloud relay. Direct Stream Mode is a perfect solution for remote editing and grading sessions, where streaming is not limited by upload bandwidth. In case the direct connection is successful, post houses can stream high-quality 4K content without paying for stream data.

Live Audio Control

Many video operators have already experienced live audio privacy issues. The sound mixer usually captures audio even when not recording – picking up an on-set conversation that was not intended for remote clients. This new option in QTAKE stream setup lets you avoid this issue by setting live audio to “Record Only” mode. This way, all sound captured between takes will be muted to avoid embarrassing moments.

Improvements

• Added HDR metadata to QuickTime export
• Added option to manually enter metadata on import
• Added multi-clip media properties editing mode
• Added Talkback toolbar to Shoot room
• Added ScreenPort SDI audio input
• Added warning for QOD DIP switches
• Updated NDI libraries

Bug Fixes

• Fixed multi-cam streaming audio issues
• Fixed operator Mute for cloud stream clients
• Fixed Ban for cloud stream clients
• Fixed stuck export tasks
• Fixed elapsed time still counting after finished task
• Fixed corrupted render of Avid DNxHD
• Fixed missing OSD values with proxy export
• Fixed pipeline export when switching projects
• Fixed performance issues with Sony camera metadata
• Fixed creating thumbnails on clips from other units
• Fixed different video range on recorded and rendered proxy
• Fixed proxy bitrate reset
• Fixed recording audio in Composite
• Fixed NDI capture of non-standard resolutions
• Fixed AV sync in proxy recorded media
• Fixed auto-record frame accuracy
• Fixed support for FSI BoxIO
• Fixed HEVC stuttering
• Fixed OSD timeline updates
• Fixed capturing of some RTSP streams
• Fixed proxy files being deleted after linking
• Fixed issues with master/slave playback
• Fixed dropped frames on input with Smart Assist
• Fixes doubled clip effects on pipeline exported proxies
• Fixed timecode capture with ScreenPort SDI
• Fixed losing connection to AJA Kumo
• Fixed asking for Full Disk Access
• Fixed black image in Web View
• Fixed applying effects to thumbnails
• Fixed known GUI issues
• Fixed known stability issues

New Features

Significant Improvement of Streaming

This version of QTAKE comes with packet loss correction, which dramatically improves local and remote streaming on poor-quality networks. This preference is turned on by default and requires QTAKE Monitor version 4.2.5 for iOS/macOS or version 1.1 for tvOS.

HEVC and Hardware-Accelerated Encoding

Another important streaming addition is HEVC (H.265) support and hardware-accelerated proxy encoding on supported Mac configurations. While 8-bit and HW encoding is included in the BASE module, the 10-bit HEVC encoder requires STREAM and PRO modules.

Improvements

• Added HEVC proxy encoder
• Added Working Resolution option to pipeline
• Added GPU OUT layouts for 8 and 9 views
• Added global mask mode to MASK effect
• Added Episode to ALE Export name column
• Added duplicate filename warning to Show In Finder
• Added mirrored video output on 4ch video cards

Bug Fixes

• Fixed AJA ancillary data crash
• Fixed crash with clip effects
• Fixed crash with audio playback
• Fixed dark thumbnails for Sony RAW clips
• Fixed Sony MXF frame reading
• Fixed 10-bit output from QOD
• Fixed playback stuttering over QOD
• Fixed device selection in the MONITOR toolbar
• Fixed Comp FPS Lock option
• Fixed wrong timecode value in OSD
• Fixed logo and text watermark in OSD
• Fixed OSD Duration update
• Fixed OSD SubTake update
• Fixed Go To Shop freezing on Smart Assist
• Fixed video card detection on Smart Assist start
• Fixed Smart Assist video router presets with live pass
• Fixed 4K version crashing with Deltacast
• Fixed frozen image on SDI disconnect
• Fixed Auto-Rec not switching back to live
• Fixed UI playback stutter with 24fps
• Fixed Play Sync range issues
• Fixed Clip Sync switching live views to disk
• Fixed audio/video sync when capturing webcam
• Fixed playback image darker than live image
• Fixed Render stopping at the end of the clip
• Fixed Focal Length and Aperture value entry
• Fixed closing of Preferences window

New Features

Customizable OSD

Welcome the new OSD view effect which provides a real-time display of any clip, crew, or project metadata. It uses the same templates as the Burn-In effect found in QTAKE’s unique pipeline rendering engine, to allow efficient interoperability between live processing, playback, and export.

Improved Streaming Setup

Streaming UI has got new GROUP functionality which allows you to control multiple clients using a single streaming slot. Additionally, you can now enable or disable stream views per client to send only specific views to the agency, while streaming all other views to your crew.

Improvements

• Added stream client connection logs
• Added stereo option to AAC audio export
• Added AVID markers to ALE export
• Added media type selector to ALE export
• Added warnings when running out of stream data
• Improved file import and matching performance
• Improved ALE import performance

Bug Fixes

• Fixed crash with speed ramping
• Fixed crash with ARRI RAW import
• Fixed memory leak with Codex HDE
• Fixed CMF extraction from Sony RAW MXF
• Fixed possible crash when rendering CDL
• Fixed crash with FX history
• Fixed AVID media export issues
• Fixed Contrast Curve effect in RGB mode
• Fixed OVIDE SmartAssist audio in macOS 10.15
• Fixed LUT coming from Live Grade Pro
• Fixed long project loading times
• Fixed AJA IoXT audio issues
• Fixed AAC audio in M4V export
• Fixed refresh of custom aspect MASK
• Fixed 4K input with BMD video cards
• Fixed LITE version showing trial watermark in view 2
• Fixed missing media after XML export/import
• Fixed memory leak with streaming
• Fixed inability to change live camera letter
• Fixes issues with clip range groups
• Fixed issues with NDI audio
• Fixed aborted record saving clip
• Fixed QOD connection when plugging in USB device
• Fixed frame recording
• Fixed issue with stuck pipeline export
• Fixed cloud streaming view 2 from HDx1
• Fixed thumbnails issues
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Added 4K streaming to QTAKE 4K
• Added QOD firmware updater
• Added remote control of cloud stream clients to MONITOR toolbar
• Added full-screen command to MONITOR toolbar
• Added force talkback support to cloud stream clients
• Device approval restricted to a single QTAKE ID (cloud stream pre-approval of local clients no longer possible)

Bug Fixes

• Fixed TASKS cancelling
• Fixed NDI recording 1/4 screen
• Fixed NDI audio issues
• Fixed corrupted audio with NDI recording
• Fixed NO FRAMES until new client approval
• Fixed missing audio meters when capturing from Cube
• Fixed crash due to case-sensitive file system
• Fixed GPI commander detection in macOS 10.15 Catalina
• Fixed issues recording stream from QTAKE
• Fixed web view video playback
• Fixed crash using bluetooth headset for talkback
• Fixed thumbnails issues

New Features

Cloud stream changed to pay-per-data model

The new pay-per-data pricing model is effective as of April 29, 2020. QTAKE Server license is no longer required, data credits are being used instead. Streaming data can be purchased in the QTAKE Rental Shop. Prices range from $20 for 10 GB to $15,000 for 20 TB of data. Purchased data never expires.

Screen Capture Input

One of the exciting new features of QTAKE is the SCREEN input, which can be used to record or stream the content of your main monitor. This can be useful if you want to share your QTAKE UI, but you can also hide QTAKE and capture the UI of other apps running on your desktop.

Improvements

• Added rectangle and circle drawing to Garbage Matte

Bug Fixes

• Fixed MetaCoder video mode with BMD cards
• Fixed Finder function using wrong filename
• Fixed green output over NDI
• Fixed record flag getting stuck
• Fixed fidelity of the color curve effects
• Fixed long startup time
• Fixed black screen on start
• Fixed 30 fps record limit for ScreenPort SDI
• Fixed known stability issues

New Features

Improved QTAKE Cloud Stream Invite

We are introducing a completely new UI for inviting cloud stream clients. No more copying links. Just enter the client’s email and QTAKE Cloud will take care of the rest: it will send a smartly composed email with addressed content and push notification, if applicable.

QTAKE Cloud Stream Bitrate

The Stream Setup window will now show you the current cloud stream bitrate and the maximum of the last two minutes. Compare this value to your internet upload speed and adjust stream encoder quality or resolution accordingly.

Improvements

• Added Trash Bin to allow undeleting of clips
• Added separate H.264 Proxy storage option
• Added auxiliary files to Show In Finder function
• Added Transcode To ProRes function to List
• Improved performance of the multi-clip selection
• Improved H.264 export to allow scrubbing

Bug Fixes

• Fixed UI glitches
• Fixed AJA Io4K Plus 4K mode input
• Fixed X-Rite Color Checker clip effect
• Fixed LTC timecode input for Smart Assist EVO 2
• Fixed auto-load user logging into QTAKE Cloud
• Fixed copying Scene metadata for new camera
• Fixed updating and deleting of metadata choices
• Fixed matching and syncing of external audio
• Fixed transcoding of ScreenPort recorded media
• Fixed media timecode properties for PROXY renders
• Fixed Auto LUT update
• Fixed pipeline export with compressed ARRI Raw (.ARX)
• Fixed pipeline export for various audio channel count
• Fixed FCPX export with non-standard media
• Fixed FCPX export for various audio channel count
• Fixed handling connection loss in the Stream toolbar
• Fixed Unit metadata resetting
• Fixed clip metadata in the composite recording
• Fixed crash with NDI
• Fixed non-SDI input recording
• Fixed known stability issues

Improvements

• Added 3G-SDI RGB support for BMD video cards
• Added Clip Filter support for QTAKE Server role permissions
• Added option to override file date of the imported media
• Added data columns to import clip MATCH table
• Added error messages to TASKS table
• Added pipeline export volume check

Bug Fixes

• Fixed clip matching to imported media
• Fixed stream performance when scrubbing
• Fixed wrong end timecode in ALE Export
• Fixed synchronization of shared Smart Bins
• Fixed pipeline export of subclips
• Fixed respecting media type on Proxy render
• Fixed QOD audio output
• Fixed QOD reconnection over USB
• Fixed option for background recording
• Fixed encoder templates in pipeline
• Fixed UI scaling issues
• Fixed duplicated frames in render
• Fixed folders in LUT library
• Fixed processed output issues
• Fixed missing live metadata in reference fields
• Fixed performance issues with metadata entries
• Fixed server sync performance issues
• Fixed detection of missing local media
• Fixed missing properties of transcoded media
• Fixed match frame in sequences and subclips
• Fixed copying Episode metadata value
• Fixed media effects copying
• Fixed Help sidebar scaling
• Fixed stuck playback button
• Fixed failing transcode tasks after restart
• Fixed rehearsal warning
• Fixed crash on QuickTime file import
• Fixed losing output on Deltacast cards
• Fixed units on metadata reference fields
• Fixed known stability issues

Most of the functionality in QTAKE version 1.5 is geared towards the DIT workflow providing a new processing engine and future-proof database design, compatible with QTAKE Cloud. If you are upgrading from QTAKE version 1.4, please note that the database will be migrated to a new model (910a to 921) during the first start of QTAKE 1.5. Migration is a safe process, which preserves all users and projects.

New Features

• Single application for all camera versions
• Automatic updates over the internet
• Storage structure
• ACES Color Management System
• New RAW module with support for ARRI, SONY, RED, CANON and DMG
• RAW image playback with caching
• Import clip matching based on CMF or timecode
• Automatic and manual audio syncing
• PIPELINE image processing
• Automatic file export using Smart Bins
• LIST sidebar with new filters
• META sidebar SYNC, SPAN and SOURCE columns
• ALE metadata import and export mapping
• Live camera iPhone tracking for VR and CGI
• New Color Chart, LUT Mixer and Film grain effects

Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue that could cause redundant sync activity

Bug Fixes

• Fixed a crash when uploading metadata via Upload Integrations

Bug Fixes

• Reimplemented Watch Folder asset verification to resolve issues with files stuck in Ready state
• Fixed Downloaded/Uploaded file sync status sometimes reset to Download Failed

Bug Fixes

• Fixed project ownership not registered for existing projects or projects uploaded from QTAKE
• Fixed project upload over the network with a CENTRAL license
• Fixed crash on macOS Tahoe when mousing over invite users text field
• Fixed Unavailable status sometimes shown instead of No License in Files tab
• Fixed Clips table showing In Progress status for inactive clips

New Features

Licensing

• New licensing system with activation and deactivation
• Support for project-specific licenses
• Free upload to QTAKE Cloud and import from Watch Folders
• Trial mode for up to 30 clips without a license
• Support for setting a project end date for automatic Cloud Sync deactivation with Flexi model

Sync Overview and Monitoring

• Sync Status overview in Files tab shows creation, upload, download status per device
• Colored badges for each device in Status column
• QTAKE Cloud column with upload status
• Menu bar widget with an upload, download, and export progress overview

Watch Folders

• Support for creating private clips
• HEVC media import without transcoding to H.264
• Increased quality of generated proxies to 1080p HEVC
• Timecode track preserved when transcoding
• Improved performance through concurrent imports (defaults to 3 concurrent operations)
• Added Proxy Presets
• Added Stereo Type, VR Type, and Ignore CMF Suffix options
• Source filenames shown for imported media in Files tab

Clips Table

• Basic clip metadata is now editable
• Quick Look support
• Move to Trash function and a Trash view with permanent clip deletion
• Origin column

Roles

• Number of Views setting controls the QTAKE Monitor view layout
• Enable Browser Hierarchy setting allows setting a default browsing experience for clients

Other

• Support for inviting project owners and assigning a role when inviting
• Simplified storage volume picker
• Avid export supported on Apple Silicon without Rosetta
• Added hash verification for uploads and downloads

Improvements

• Updated Moxion integration to reflect the name change to Autodesk Flow Capture
• Updated ShotGrid integration to reflect the name change to Autodesk Flow Production Tracking

Bug Fixes

• Fixed metadata upload to Autodesk Flow Production Tracking (formerly ShotGrid) failing on timecode fields
• Fixed QTAKE 1.6.008 and later discovered via Bonjour confusingly listed under Remote Servers and Projects

Improvements

• Added option to require two-factor authentication to Authentication Requirements

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Watch Folder import after previous incomplete import
• Fixed thumbnail generation delaying Watch Folder import until all processing is done

Bug Fixes

• Fixed uploads to QTAKE Cloud sometimes failing due to missing file hashes

Improvements

• Improved sync performance with large projects

Bug Fixes

• Fixed media sync stuck on “Unavailable” when connected to another server via Bonjour

Improvements

• Changed Cloud Sync activation button titles and dialog text to make it clearer when extending an existing license

Bug Fixes

• Fixed project sync indicator under Remote Projects and Servers sometimes stuck when disconnected

New Features

Instant in-app QTAKE Cloud Sync activation with Flexi and Flat licensing

With this update, the activation of QTAKE Cloud Sync is simplified and a matter of seconds. Get enough credits for your project, upload it to QTAKE Cloud, and activate or deactivate Cloud Sync when you're ready, in a single click. Learn more.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed sync not resuming after a client is reapproved

Improvements

• Exported Avid MXF files renamed based on filename template
• Tape name in exported Avid files set based on filename template when CMF is not available

Bug Fixes

• Fixed too many concurrent upload/download tasks being created
• Fixed a crash when accepting a project upload

Improvements

• Upload task prioritization based on media type and date created
• Native build for Apple Silicon (universal binary)

Improvements

• Added Type and Version columns to Connections tab

Improvements

Simplified access control based on user roles

QTAKE Server 2.3 and QTAKE Monitor 4.5 bring a simplified approach to access control and are solely based on user roles, dropping device management entirely. These new releases are setting off a series of changes planned for QTAKE Server, which will gradually introduce a more user-friendly design and use. Learn more.

Improvements

• Added “Add clip ranges with notes” option to PDF export
• Added “Show summary in header” option to PDF export
• Added “Remove Only” option (without moving media) when removing a media folder
• Added option to override safety check when adding media folders belonging to other installations
• Added “Allow Downloads” role option
• Support for in-out range metadata fields
• Falls back to copying of AAF and moving of MXF files if hard-linking fails on Avid export

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Export Folders replacing underscores in filenames with dashes
• Fixed projects sometimes not syncing after downloading

Improvements

• Support for {EPISODE} token in export filename templates
• Added fallback to internal clip ID for tape name in Avid export if CMF is unavailable
• Removed h264 extension from filenames created by Export Folders

Bug Fixes

• Fixed clips getting stuck in “In Progress” state
• Fixed uploads to Moxion sometimes failing
• Fixed servers missing in user invitation window until restarted

Improvements

• Support for ShotGrid sites via fully qualified domain names
• Improved metadata upload to Moxion
• Updated dongle driver to version 8.23

Bug Fixes

• Fixed file exists error when removing a media folder

New Features

User invitations via email and push notifications

Invitations improve upon the established workflow of sharing project links by allowing QTAKE Server administrators to approve users ahead of time. Invited users get a personalized email with instructions depending on their QTAKE Cloud registration and activation status. Once they successfully connect and open the project, they are granted access without any further interaction from the administrator. Even better, you can now invite users by sending them a link to your central server or QTAKE Cloud Sync, direct from your on-set QTAKE Server installation.

Improvements

• Support for entering fully-qualified domain names for Moxion integrations
• Support for downloading watermarked assets from Moxion
• Added QTAKE Operator in/out ranges with note to PDF export
• Improved automatic reconnection when connections are dropped
• The logged in user is now added with the Admin role when creating a new project

Bug Fixes

• Fixed creator not set when creating a project
• Fixed exported Avid AAF not containing timecode
• Fixed filename templates sometimes not creating folders when exporting
• Fixed new users and devices not syncing automatically to other servers

Improvements

• Watch Folder improvements
  • Still image import
  • Optional periodic rescan
  • Poster Frame setting
  • Filename parsing via regular expressions
• Clips tab improvements
  • Search
  • Support for the UK slating system
  • Episode and Unit columns
• Improved reliability of upload to Moxion

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Watch Folder import not producing media entries
• Fixed missing timecode in exported MXF
• Fixed AVID export not finishing
• Fixed Export Folders reexporting previously exported media at launch
• Fixed issues occurring during initial project sync
• Fixed downloads to QTAKE Monitor sometimes failing on authorization

Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue causing “No CENTRAL License” errors with local QTAKE connections

Improvements

• New license modules – SYNC, CENTRAL, MULTI, IO
• Option to mark projects as inactive (disables sync)
• Date Created column in Local Projects

Improvements

• Unified QTAKE Cloud and QTAKE Rental Shop login

Improvements

• Added logging of user and device approval

Bug Fixes

• Fixed an issue with QTAKE Cloud login when entering an email with uppercase letters
• Fixed License tab incorrectly showing Trial status when no license is installed (trials are not available)

Improvements

• Improved clip status reporting in Clips tab
  • “In Progress” while media is being uploaded or downloaded
  • “Available” if at least one media file is available
  • “Complete” if all media files are available
• Avid AMT3 export
• Open Link button – allows opening project links directly in QTAKE Server

Bug Fixes

• Fixed units on referencing fields in PDF report
• Fixed import via Watch Folders

Improvements

• Requires QTAKE 1.5 and QTAKE Monitor 4.0 or later
• Two-factor authentication with QTAKE Cloud
• No user password management – user authentication via QTAKE Cloud instead of per-project passwords
• Per-device approval and settings (screenshot, watermark, download permissions)

Improvements

• Support for Moxion domains
• Moxion asset deletion status shown in Clips tab

Improvements

• Support for notification delivery status reporting for Moxion (requires QTAKE 1.4.006 or QTAKE Monitor 3.4.2)

Improvements

• Support for Dark Mode in macOS Mojave
• Notifies QTAKE if storage is unmounted or low on space, and when the license is about to expire (requires a recent version of QTAKE)
• Resumable clip downloads from Moxion for intermittent connections

What's new

SYNC Module Available in QTAKE Pro

What's new

What's new

Operators Can Now Manage Credits

Users with Operator account type can now manage QTAKE Cloud credits directly in the Rental Shop. This includes viewing their total credit balance, transferring credits to other users, and accessing detailed usage reports for projects using Cloud Stream and Cloud Sync. Previously, these features were only available to the Owner account type.

What's new

What's new

QTAKE Server is now QTAKE Sync

QTAKE Sync no longer requires a separate trial version; the standard application allows free use with the first 30 clips and unlimited one-directional uploads. The installer is available from the QTAKE Rental Shop via the user dashboard.

What's new

Payments Processing Update

What's new

Updates to QTAKE Server Licensing

As part of our ongoing efforts to simplify our product portfolio, we are announcing price changes to the CENTRAL module and discontinuation of the MULTI module, effective Aug 4, 2025. This decision is part of a broader initiative to focus on core solutions that deliver the best value to our customers and align with the evolving needs of modern film production workflows. We appreciate your continued support and for any questions regarding this update, please contact our support team.

What's new

New NDI Module

NDI® (Network Device Interface) is a video streaming protocol used to transmit audio and video easily over a local network. General NDI input and output in QTAKE Pro require the STREAM module or the NDI module. However, advanced NDI functionality, such as HDR output, specifically requires the NDI module.

QTAKE Pro 2.4 Special

To celebrate the release of QTAKE Pro 2.4, we’re offering an exclusive 24% discount on all 3-year QTAKE Pro plans and 3-year Pro Upgrades until August 24, 2025. The QTAKE Pro calculator now also displays the "2.4 Special" price of any selected 3-year QTAKE Pro plan.

Important

⚠️ Required Update of Company Details

What's new

New Benefit of QTAKE Pro Plans – Hibernation

What's new

New DOLBY and FORENSIC Modules

What's new

Streaming data = Credits

The streaming data used as a consumable for QTAKE Cloud streaming is now called the Credits and can be used as a currency for both services – QTAKE Cloud Stream and QTAKE Cloud Sync. Credits have the same benefits you’re used to – credits don’t expire, they can be transferred to another QTAKE ID, you can purchase credits in bulk with a higher discount and see usage details under your account in the QTAKE Rental Shop. Any streaming data residing on your account has been converted to Credits using the formula “1 GB of streaming data = 1 credit”.

Cloud Sync Flat & Flexi licensing

In addition to the current "Flat" model with fixed weekly and monthly pricing, the new QTAKE Cloud Sync update introduces a new “Flexi” model which grows with your needs. Cloud Sync Flexi uses variable daily charges, calculated and deducted according to your storage usage and number of collaborators. License is automatically renewed each day, until deactivated. The Flexi model is usage-based and therefore makes the QTAKE Cloud Sync service accessible even for smaller or shorter projects.

Updated Credits calculators

We've added two new "Cloud Sync Flat" and "Cloud Sync Flexi" calculators to the Credits Purchase page. The Cloud Sync Flat calculator uses the combination of flat weekly and monthly rental rates and number of one-off credits needed for the given period of time. The Cloud Sync Flexi calculator uses a combination of storage and collaborators to estimate the number of credits needed over the given period of time.

What's new

PRO for Pro offer

The new offer, announced at NAB 2023, is now available in the QTAKE Rental Shop. Owners of permanent virtual 1.x licenses are now able to temporarily upgrade their licenses to 2.x and enjoy the benefits of QTAKE Pro, just by paying the PRO upgrade fee ($70/64€ daily, $210/192€ weekly, $700/640€ monthly). Learn how in this step-by-step guide..

What's new

QTAKE Pro Rentals Configurator

Unlike previous versions of QTAKE, where discounted bundles were locked to a specific set of modules, QTAKE Pro users can create any combination of modules and each additional module will lower the price of the bundle by 5% up to a total of 30%. To rent a QTAKE Pro license for 1 - 90 days, try the new configurator.

QTAKE Pro 1y/3y Rental Plans

In addition to daily, weekly, and monthly rates available in the QTAKE Pro Rental Configurator, new 1-year, and 3-year license options are now also available. To check the price of a custom QTAKE Pro bundle and compare the rate to the price of daily, weekly, and monthly rental rates, try the new calculator.

QTAKE 1.x Trade-In Calculator

Trade-in offers for owners of permanent QTAKE 1.x licenses who consider trading them in for a QTAKE Pro plan are variable. That's why we've prepared a trade-in calculator, which indicates if the permanent 1.x license is eligible for a free QTAKE Pro time, credit, early-bird discount or other perks.

What's new

Active Licenses

The License Files section has been renamed to Active Licenses. You can access your Active Licenses from the first dashboard tile (with the checkmark icon), the user menu (top right), or this link.

Expired Wishlists

Wish lists containing rentals with expired start dates will now be automatically deleted. A reminder will be sent to the account owner 2 days before this action will be taken.

What's new

Payment processing enhancement

The updated payment processing interface allows saving the tax ID entered during checkout to your user account for future payments and tax-free purchases. Moreover, with the new update, your invoices for purchases from the QTAKE Rental Shop will display a detailed list of items purchased, instead of the generic "Custom QTAKE license" description.