Viz Multiplay User Guide

Version 3.1 | Published July 20, 2023 ©

FAQs


Do I need Viz Trio or Viz Pilot to set up Viz Multiplay?

No. Viz Multiplay can do basic import of graphics from Media Sequencer. It does not support concepts/variants nor Transition Logic though.

What is the Technical Limitation of Playing HD Clips?

The technical limitation of the number of channels is 16, depending on the video board. The performance when playing a number of clips is dependent of lot of different factors, like the hardware and the clip codecs and formats. Real life tests should always be conducted before going into production.

Does the Playlist Update after Changes in the Newsroom System Rundown?

Yes. It is Media Sequencer that communicates through the MOS protocol with the newsroom system (ENPS, iNews etc.). Any update is handled by Media Sequencer, and the playlist in Viz Multiplay will automatically display the changes.

Can Viz Multiplay Playout Graphics Created via Viz Pilot Templates?

Yes. Create a Viz Pilot rundown with the graphics, images and videos you want to playout. The playlist will automatically be available in Viz Multiplay.

Can Viz Multiplay Open a Playlist from Viz Pilot?

Yes. Add the playlist to the show with the Add button on the Show pane. Once open in Viz Multiplay, the playlist updates dynamically, as it is changed in Viz Pilot.

Click the Add (+) button in the Show Pane to open an existing external playlist.

Can Viz Multiplay Open a MOS Rundown? What is the workflow?

Yes, you can add any external playlist to the show, so both the show and the added playlist(s) are available in Viz Multiplay. In this way the user can, for example, have a show with video wall presets and other more permanent elements, and add a MOS rundown or a Viz Pilot rundown to this show to make the MOS/Viz Pilot elements available too.

Can We Have Live Input in One of the Monitors or Across a Group?

Yes. Custom scenes with a live input source must be created in Viz Artist and imported in Viz Multiplay. These pages can for instance be placed in the inbox show and then dragged into any channel.

Can Viz Multiplay be Controlled by Viz Mosart, VDCP, Viz Trio or Viz Pilot?

There is currently limited support for this workflow. Viz Multiplay is designed to be controlled by an operator through the user interface.

Can Viz Multiplay be integrated into a Viz Mosart Workflow?

Yes. It requires some manual steps. It is possible to create video wall presets in Viz Multiplay and play them out as Pilot elements in a Viz Mosart rundown. Contact Vizrt Support for more information.

Do I need a Viz One to Feed Viz Multiplay with Clips and Images?

We recommend having a Viz One or a Media Service installed and configured on Media Sequencer. It is also possible to use a Graphic Hub REST service as a source for images.

Does Viz Multiplay Support Stream Deck?

Indirectly yes. Set up keyboard shortcuts in Viz Multiplay and assign them to keys on Stream Deck.