What is LightMap
LightMap ist ein 3D Realtime Media Composition Server für Digital Signage / Projection Mapping. Einfach steuerbar durch ein iPad.
Lightmap entstand aus der Notwendigkeit heraus, eine Playout-Lösung für eine Kunstinstallation mit mehr als 40 Bildschirmen bereitzustellen. Die Hauptanforderungen an dieses System waren Synchronität, Stabilität und unabhängiges automatisches Playout. Das gesamte System sollte einmal konfiguriert werden und dann 5 Monate lang selbstständig ohne Benutzerüberwachung laufen. Zusätzlich sollte eine Fehlertoleranz sicherstellen, dass das System in seinen Grundeigenschaften nicht beeinflusst wird.
Vorteile
1. ease of use
The user experience was our top priority. Ease of use was at the top of our list from the beginning. That's why it's possible to use LightMap without much training, even if there are several months between the last time you used LightMap, you're immediately back in the workflow
2. connections
Wide communication across layers, so your existing infrastructure can easily be used further. All scene parameters can be easily controlled via sACN, ArtNet or OSC
3. stability
The basis for stability is the distribution of screen outputs across multiple computers, ensuring that the entire system is not affected in the event of a single failure.
4. mobility
By splitting the processes, it is possible to use smaller devices. In an art project, 40 Intel NUC's were used, these were used directly on the projector, thus eliminating the need for complex HDMI cabling. Only one network connection to each device is needed.
HOW IT WORKS
1. Download LightMap
Compositing combines visual elements from different sources into a single image. Compositing is usually an offline process and can take some time. With compositing built into the engine, users can easily visualize combined scenes in real time.
2. Download App
Wide communication across layers, so that your existing infrastructure can easily continue to be used. All scene parameters can be easily controlled from a central console.
3. Connect
LightMap supports video and audio recording devices as a form of media that can be played within the engine. For example, you can record a live video from your webcam and play it directly in your scene.
4. Have Fun
With the built-in scheduler, pre-configured scenes can be played automatically and autonomously. The systems are started and stopped at a specific, configurable time. So you do not waste unnecessary time with the control.
for stages
You need a reliable, robust solution for your stage, theater or event. Then LightMap is the right application for your project.
It blends perfectly into your environment, with suitable interfaces LightMap communicates with your environment via DMX / ART-NET / sACN
FOR ARCHITECTURE
With a building-specific projection, the specifics of an object's architecture are incorporated into the design of the projection content. The simple integration of 3D compositing makes projection a breeze.
for digital advertising
Digital advertising has a wide base for interaction with the viewer. For example, in the field of advertising or promotion. Digital signage can be used in various places, e.g. shopping mall / hospitality industry
for VJ's / Clubbing
A VJ adds visual highlights to an audio presentation. Using 2D and 3D elements, he creates a new kind of show staging.
what is it good for
KEY features
Compositing in real time
Compositing combines visual elements from different sources into a single image. Compositing is usually an offline process and can take some time. With compositing built into the engine, users can easily visualize combined scenes in real time.
DMX / ART-NET / OSC
Wide communication across layers, so that your existing infrastructure can easily continue to be used. All scene parameters can be easily controlled from a central console.
Multi Display
Multiple devices can be synchronized frame by frame. This allows large projects to be carried out with little effort.
Live Input
LightMap supports video and audio recording devices as a form of media that can be played within the engine. For example, you can record a live video from your webcam and play it directly in your scene.
Scheduler / Cue‘s
With the built-in scheduler, pre-configured scenes can be played automatically and autonomously. The systems are started and stopped at a specific, configurable time. So you do not waste unnecessary time with the control.
Mobile App
Nothing is better than an app. Easy configuration via a mobile device. There are no limits to your flexibility.
Startup
- Unlimited calls
- Free hosting
- 500 MB of storage space
- 500 MB Bandwidth
- 24/7 support
Startup
- Unlimited calls
- Free hosting
- 500 MB of storage space
- 500 MB Bandwidth
- 24/7 support
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We need you
Lightmap has so far only been used internally for our own customer projects, we want to make our system usable for everyone. Lightmap is a simple, secure video playout server for a wide range of customers from stage, theater, event, advertising. It is designed for simplicity, security and scalability. From small playout to very large with multiple displays.
FAQ’s
The free version of LightMAP includes all current features for a certain trial period. After that it becomes a paid version. The paid version is currently still under development.
At the moment LightMAP is still under development, but we want to let the users participate in this development. That’s why there is a free version of LightMAP.
Support is currently only available through the Facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/lightmapbetauser
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