Mike
16 Feb 2011, 12:19
I have deprecated the old API (it'll be supported for a while for those using it) and am introducing a new API. The cool thing is that it is not only easy to use, but very powerful and it makes the TCP server almost transparent. It also hooks directly into the new pin structure I have discussed in various posts on the VidBlaster forum. Support for several modules has already been included. Lots of new commands have been added to the new API. This even allows you to create your own control program and use VidBlaster as a video switcher black box.
Here's an example to cut to Camera 1, add an overlay and start streaming:
apiwrite video switcher, program 1, true
apiwrite video overlay 1, on, true
apiwrite streamer, start, true
Other commands include loading a new overlay, setting up a video effect, controlling the recorder and reading the status of the video switcher (e.g. to control tallies).
Here's a brief overview of the most important additions, improvements and/or bug fixes in this new version:
* Introduced new API command set based on pins.
* Video Switcher: made some improvements to Broadcast skin and controls layout.
* TCP Server: removed all controls, reduced size.
* Camera II: fixed bug in numbering of video devices with same name.
Download the new VidBlaster here (http://vidblaster.com/download/SetupVidBlaster125.exe). Note the Trial version is equal to the Studio edition. Order your license for VidBlaster Home, Pro, Studio or Broadcast in the store (http://shareit1.element5.com/product.html?cart=1&productid=300169371&languageid=1&backlink=http%3A%2F%2Fvidblaster.com&cookies=1).
Have fun testing. Feedback in the appropriate forums please. Thanks!
Here's an example to cut to Camera 1, add an overlay and start streaming:
apiwrite video switcher, program 1, true
apiwrite video overlay 1, on, true
apiwrite streamer, start, true
Other commands include loading a new overlay, setting up a video effect, controlling the recorder and reading the status of the video switcher (e.g. to control tallies).
Here's a brief overview of the most important additions, improvements and/or bug fixes in this new version:
* Introduced new API command set based on pins.
* Video Switcher: made some improvements to Broadcast skin and controls layout.
* TCP Server: removed all controls, reduced size.
* Camera II: fixed bug in numbering of video devices with same name.
Download the new VidBlaster here (http://vidblaster.com/download/SetupVidBlaster125.exe). Note the Trial version is equal to the Studio edition. Order your license for VidBlaster Home, Pro, Studio or Broadcast in the store (http://shareit1.element5.com/product.html?cart=1&productid=300169371&languageid=1&backlink=http%3A%2F%2Fvidblaster.com&cookies=1).
Have fun testing. Feedback in the appropriate forums please. Thanks!