How many WATCHOUT 7 licenses do I need and what nodes of my WATCHOUT 7 system require a license?
WATCHOUT 7 system contains 3 main elements:
1. Producer: this is the main application where creators build and edit WATCHOUT shows.
2. Asset Manager: this component where you prepare, organizes and share various assets, including images, videos, and audio files.
3. Media server: one or more media servers are utilized to deliver the show.
Each of WATCHOUT 7 system elements can operate on a separate nodes (computers) within a network, or you can combine different elements onto a single machine. This flexibility empowers you to design a system that is customized to suit your specific installation needs.
In terms of licensing, you can download and use the WATCHOUT Producer for free, but all media servers always require a WATCHOUT 7 license.
WATCHOUT 7 single license supports up to 8x DCI 4K (70 778 880 pixels)* for both physical or virtual displays, with the stipulation that only one license may be utilized per media server. If your project requires more pixels, you can easily expand your installation by adding more media servers.
For the third element of the WATCHOUT 7 system - Asset Manager, the license is optional.
You may use Asset Manager for free, with a limited selection of codecs (HAP or still pictures). For access to more advanced codecs, 3d models or audio support, a WATCHOUT 7 license is required.
If you opt to run the Asset Manager on one of the media servers, both components will share a single license. However, it is important to note that this arrangement may impact the playback performance of the media server and will require thorough testing.
*Depending on hardware capabilities
Last Updated: 06 March 2025 10:29