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GDTF Quiz - Identify This Light!
Due to popular demand, we have created an 'Identify This Light!' Quiz based on devices in the GDTF Share database. The quiz refreshes daily and features a set of devices provided by manufacturers.
Posted September 29, 2024 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF
GDTF Builder Release September 2024
New update of the GDTF Builder has been released with 2D workflow, gamuts and more
Posted September 22, 2024 ‐ 2 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, GDTF Builder
Stage Hex Extension for SketchUp With GDTF and MVR
In his video, FERLIGHT goes through explanation of using the Stage Hex extension for SketchUp, allowing him to design and patch set of imported GDTF fixtures and then provide the exported MVR to the Depence visualizer. In Portuguese.
Vectorworks 2025 Adds Direct Access to GDTF Share
Latest Vectorworks 2025 adds direct access to the GDTF Share from within Spotlight and implements GDTF Mapping to keep fixture profiles up to date.
Posted September 10, 2024 ‐ Categories: GDTF, Vectorworks
MDG Fog Announces Availability of GDTF Files
MDG Fog is is pleased to announce the availability of GDTF (General Device Type Format) files on GDTF Share. The addition of these GDTF files underscores MDG Fog’s commitment to supporting the industry with the latest technological advancements, enabling users to create more precise and dynamic lighting environments.
Posted September 2, 2024 ‐ Categories: GDTF
GDTF Share Report for August 2024
GDTF Share report for the month of August 2024
Posted September 1, 2024 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, GDTF Share
GDTF booth at the Plasa 2024
The GDTF Group has announced that they will be showcasing the GDTF booth at the Plasa 2024 show, located at stand A69.
Metaverse Standards Forum - GDTF and MVR - Petr Vaněk and Arnaud Grosjean
On 10 July 2024, Petr Vaněk from Robe Lighting and Arnaud Grosjean from Moment Factory presented on GDTF and MVR to MSF's 3D Asset Interoperability Working Group. See video and slide deck after the break.
MVR is essential to my workflow of pre-programming - Elliott Mountford
In a GDTF Share interview, Elliot Mountford explains how GDTF and MVR have become must-have tools, letting him dial in on the creative programming while cutting back on the data wrangling and patch jobs. 'GDTF is a big part of my workflow. It's an obvious choice to use it, and it's a shame that some manufacturers don't realize the potential of it yet. It's good that more and more manufacturers are catching on now — it seems like they understand that it's a big selling point to have all of your fixtures in the GDTF format.' Read the full testimonial here.
GDTF Share Report for July 2024
GDTF Share report for the month of July 2024
Posted August 1, 2024 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, GDTF Share
GDTF y MVR. Charla abierta. MA Lighting y Stage Tech
An Open Talk by Alejo Arce at La Cabina Técnica discussing GDTF and MVR. In Spanish.
Posted July 25, 2024 ‐ Categories: GDTF, MVR, MA Lighting
Sidus Link Pro With GDTF Import
Sidus Link Pro, a professional wireless lighting control App from Aputure, now support generating DMX Profiles by importing GDTF files.
Posted July 14, 2024 ‐ Categories: GDTF