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Note: The special “Frame Buffer” share name assignment is dynamic. Network sharing is
activated and the current Buffer path is automatically updated whenever you enter a session with
the option enabled. This ensures that applications on networked systems can remotely access
and update buffer graphics for the current TriCaster session.
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Still image Buffers are normally stored using the popular 32 bit PNG (Portable Network
Graphics) format, but other formats are also supported.
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Specific filenames are not important in the buffer workflow. (Actually, multiple media
files with different names can reside in buffer folders. The system always shows the
‘newest’ file – that is, the one with the most recent modification date.
15.2.4 NETWORK INPUT
The ability to bring network video sources into 3Play as DSK sources is the gateway to a truly
staggering range of potential opportunities. Consider just a few of these:
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Use NewTek’s own LiveText™ titling application to supply graphics and title feeds to
3Play across a network.
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Many third party products, too, can send and update scoring, timing, statistics, and
similar displays to 3Play’s network input.
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Insert sponsor messages to add dynamic visuals and generate revenue.
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Overlay displays from (Windows® or OS X® based) computer systems (via iVGA™).
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Use a network-connected telestration system to provide real-time markup over video.