Video Encoding
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      Which video codecs are supported by WATCHOUT?

      WATCHOUT handles video playback

      Supported containers

      • MP4
      • MOV
      • MPG
      • MXF

      Supported codecs

      • MPEG-1/2
        • 4:2:2
        • 4:2:0 
      • H.264/AVC
        • 4:2:0 
          • NOTE: H.264/AVC is limited to level 5.2. Videos encoded using a higher level will not be rendered.
      • HAP-family
        • HAP
        • HAP Q
        • HAP Alpha
      • Apple ProRes
        • 4:2:2 Proxy
        • 4:2:2 LT
        • 4:2:2 SD
        • 4:2:2 HQ
        • 4:4:4:4
        • 4:4:4:4 XQ
      • QuickTime Animation (RLE) 

      Important! Even though all of the above codecs are supported by WATCHOUT you ALWAYS need to test which is the best choice for your particular programming and content, as this may vary depending on your set-up, hardware etc.

       

      Last Updated: 2 April 2024 13:36