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GDTF Share Report for December 2023
GDTF Share report for the month of December 2023
Posted January 1, 2024 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, GDTF Share

MVR-xchange Protocol Added to BlenderDMX
BlenderDMX addon has adopted the new MVR-xchange protocol for seamless MVR scene updates over network, further enhancing the MVR workflow.
Posted December 22, 2023 ‐ Categories: GDTF, MVR, BlenderDMX

Production Assist 1.10 with MVR-xchange Support
Production Assist release 1.10 delivers many improvements and additions including implementation of the MVR-xchange protocol.
Posted December 19, 2023 ‐ Categories: GDTF, MVR, Production Assist

Pixera: Image-based Lighting - MVR Import
Pixera has been on the GDTF/MVR projects list for a while, now they published a short article on how to create fixtures and address them with an MVR file.
Posted December 14, 2023 ‐ Categories: MVR

GDTF and MVR at LDI 2023
GDTF and MVR had a successful presence at LDI, showcasing the DIN Spec recognized formats and workflow solutions in a dedicated booth as well as at various events throughout the exhibition. The presentations were well-received by attendees, resulting in increased interest and potential opportunities for future collaborations. This successful showing highlights the continued growth of GDTF and MVR in the industry. See short YouTube videos after the break.

GDTF Share Report for November 2023
GDTF Share report for the month of November 2023
Posted December 1, 2023 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, GDTF Share

2D Planning View and Faster MVR Import in BlenderDMX v1.0.3
Version 1.0.3 of BlenderDMX addon has been released with faster MVR import, improved 3D models loading and with support for GDTF 2D symbols.
Posted November 30, 2023 ‐ 2 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF, MVR, BlenderDMX

Vectorworks 2024 Update 2 Improves GDTF in Vision
Vectorworks announced release of its second update for the Vectorworks 2024 product line, delivering an array of performance improvements aimed at enhancing the overall quality of the product line. For Vision users, this update brings even better support for GDTF files. Now, they can enjoy seamless compatibility with glTF/glb-backed GDTF files, and GDTF-based conventional fixtures can be focused and saved directly within the Vision platform.
Posted November 26, 2023 ‐ Categories: GDTF, Vectorworks

P3 Family of Controllers and Supporting P3 Software Update 6.0.0 Released
P3 Family of Controllers by Harman has received a version 6.0.0 release of the P3 Software Update with MVR functions - Export and Import of MVR file containing fixture layout/mapping and DMX patch to and from compatible lighting controllers, visualizers and CAD packages.
Posted November 24, 2023 ‐ Categories: MVR

GDTF-MVR Workflow Discussion for Entertaintment Professionals @ LDI
On Monday December 4, 2023 1:30pm - 2:20pm PST, at LDI, there will be a live panel discussion with Sevan Dalkian (Technical Product Designer, Epic Games), Tony Caporale (Production Designer, Infinitus Vox) and Matt Geasy (Tech, Just Networking / Clear All Visuals LLC), moderated by MA's Daniel Kannenberg, about efficient and time-saving workflows using GDTF and MVR.

DIN SPEC 15801:2023-12 My Virtual Rig (MVR) Released
GDTF and MVR founders - MA Lighting, Vectorworks, and Robe Lighting have published press release about the final availability of the MVR 1.6 recognized as DIN SPEC 15801.
Posted November 13, 2023 ‐ Categories: MVR, MA Lighting, Vectorworks, Robe Lighting

MVR workflow from Vectorworks into Augment3D
Patrick Immel has published a series of videos where he goes through the complete process of creating a light plot, utilizing the MVR workflow to go from Vectorworks 24 to ETC Augment3D.
Posted November 8, 2023 ‐ 1 min read ‐ Categories: MVR, Vectorworks