GDTF - General Device Type Format

Ready to start building your own GDTF lighting fixtures? 💡 Our new 6-part YouTube series will walk you through the process step-by-step. https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvQnhAspSUa54fBbLAuQJDQMgiv1UySOl

With over 50 manufacturers supporting GDTF, you don't want to miss out. Join this months open manufacturer meeting on Tuesday, July 30 at 11am ET. If you are not yet registered, you can do so here: https://gdtf-share.com/landing/pages/contactUs.php?reason=4

Chicotron Visuals has shared a pre-visualization of the popular song 'In The Air Tonight', covered by Natalie Taylor. The visualization, created using Unreal Engine, features fixtures primarily based on GDTF imports and is controlled through the gMA2 onPC software.

https://youtu.be/zC5TwnSPJKE

Another manufacturer proudly supports GDTF! Welcome Pangolin Systems 🎉 Pangolin users can now benefit from:

✔Consistency: GDTF profiles ensure consistent behavior across different control software, reducing guesswork during programming.
✔Efficiency: With predefined parameters, laser programmers save time manually configuring fixtures.
✔Accuracy: Detailed information about DMX channels, layout, and functionality ensures precise control over laser parameters like color mixing, beam shape, and movement.

Download Pangolin fixtures right from the GDTF Share Database.

Manufacturer Monday Highlight 🌟

ELC lighting BV now supports MVR! Version 4.50 of the dmXLAN software newly features import of the scene description and fixture layout, placement, and addressing from MVR file.

Manufacturer Monday Highlight 🌟

Astera has joined the group of nearly 50 manufacturers actively supporting GDTF and has released official manufacturer-backed GDTF files for its lighting devices. These files are now available on their GDTF manufacturer page here: https://gdtf-share.com/userPage.php?name=Astera%20LED%20Technology%20GmbH&page=Fixtures

The Martin Professional roadshow is underway! As a proud supporter of GDTF/MVR, be sure to sign up for an event in a city near you to:

✔️See how their P3 system works with MVR.
✔️Dive into fixture libraries and understand the benefits of GDTF.
✔️And much more!

Register here: https://www.martin.com/martin-lighting-roadshow

ELC Lighting has released version 4.50 of the dmXLAN software, featuring import of the scene description and fixtures layout, placement, and addressing from MVR file. The dmXLAN software integrates well with existing technologies like E1.20 RDM, RDM-QR, Art-Net, and others, and the MVR integration provides further simplification in the planning workflow.

Dozens of manufacturers gathered at the GDTF booth during Prolight + Sound for our monthly open manufacturer meeting. It’s empowering and exciting bringing so many people together with one common goal; making it easier for our customers to have a fully connected workflow.

Stop by the GDTF booth at Prolight + Sound, hall 12.1 stand B41 to snag your very own t-shirt and share you picture in the comments!

📢Manufacturers 📢 This months' open manufacturer meeting is taking place in-person at Prolight + Sound. Join us at the GDTF booth, hall 12.1 stand B41, on Wednesday at 4:00pm. If supporting entertainment professionals by creating efficient and productive workflows isn't enough for you, there will also be nice cold beverages. We look forward to unifying the industry together!

We cannot wait to connect with you all in less than 3 weeks at Prolight + Sound ! Be sure to stop by the GDTF stand to:

👕 Pick up some fun swag
💻 Get a demo of the open-source file formats that are speeding up workflows and ensuring accuracy
🤘See how your company can help unify the industry and support GDTF/MVR

Martin Professional Companion 2.0.0 transforms how you interact with lighting designs by integrating seamlessly with GDTF files, making it easier than ever to explore, analyze, and utilize Martin-made files.

https://www.martin.com/.../softwares/martin-companion-v2-0-0

Do you know that Martin Companion 2.0.0 allows you to browse and download GDTF - General Device Type Format files directly? This transforms how you interact with lighting designs by integrating seamlessly with GDTF files, making it easier than ever to explore, analyze, and utilize Martin-made files. With Martin Companion 2.0.0, you can effortlessly browse through all Martin-made GDTF files, getting a clear view of DMX Modes, Channel Layouts, Gobo Loadouts, and more - all within the software.

Explore how you can brush up your lighting design using Martin Companion 2.0.0. Learn more here: https://www.martin.com/en-US/softwares/martin-companion-v2-0-0

BlenderDMX addon has adopted the new MVR-xchange protocol for seamless MVR scene updates over network, further enhancing the MVR workflow.
https://blenderdmx.eu/

There is nothing more inspiring than having industry leaders from all over the world come together every month to help unify the industry. Don't get left behind, make sure you are registered for next months open manufacturer meeting. https://gdtf-share.com/landing/pages/contactUs.php?reason=4

Avolites ChamSys Crescit Epic Games KLSTR MA Lighting International My ShowDesigner ROBE lighting Vectorworks

We now have over 44 manufacturers providing GDTF files for their devices and that number is growing daily! These manufacturers are committed to supporting designers and unifying the industry. 🤘

ACME Lighting ADJ Lighting ARRI Ayrton Blizzard Lighting BOS Lighting Briteq Cameo CHAUVET DJ Claypaky Creamsource DTS Lighting Elation Professional Fiilex GLP - German Light Products GTD Lighting High End Systems Itop Lite JB-lighting Martin Professional MEGA-LITE Minuit Une Portman Lights Prolights ROBE lighting Robert Juliat ROXX Light SGM Light A/S Stops & Mops Vari-Lite zactrack

The GDTF/MVR library is now available to the public, making it easier than ever for manufacturers to incorporate GDTF/MVR into their applications. This major step forward also allows for people to contribute to the development and improvement of the code and implement more features available in the DIN Spec.

GitHub - mvrdevelopment/libMVRgdtf Contribute to mvrdevelopment/libMVRgdtf development by creating an account on GitHub.

🧐👀 I spy GDTF supporter signs at the Martin Professional and Pixera booths at Integrated Systems Europe ! What other manufacturers did you see at that are supporting GDTF and MVR and helping to unify the industry?

New year, new updates 🥳 Check out all of the newly released functions and improvements to the GDTF Builder.

GDTF Builder Update January 2024 The GDTF Builder update for January 2024 brings in new features and possibilities, implements more of the GDTF Specification, fixes several bugs, and speeds up the creation and maintenance of GDTF files. As typical for our industry, uptake of new ideas takes time but we can see more and more util...

Are you looking for a GDTF Fixture that is not currently in the database? Tag the manufacturer below to let them know 👇

Don't miss out on the first manufacturer meeting of 2024! Whether you are already supporting GDTF/MVR or still have a few questions, we invite you to join us on Jan. 23 at 11:00amET.

Register Here: https://gdtf-share.com/landing/pages/contactUs.php?reason=4

🚨Manufacturers, this month's open manufacturer meeting is taking place in person at LDI Conference and Tradeshow on Dec. 5 from 2:30 - 3:20pm. Join dozens of other manufacturers to help unify the industry and support your customers. Click the link to add this meeting to your schedule and comment below to let us know if you'll be there!
https://sched.co/1PUfw

The most anticipated session of LDI Conference and Tradeshow have you registered?

Hear from a panel of award-winning designers and Senior Technical Product Designer at Epic Games on why and how they use the industries newest file formats. Then, flood them with your questions about GDTF and MVR. They want to hear from you! 🫵

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DIN Spec 15801 officially recognizes MVR as the standard for streamlining data information and 3D model exchange in the entertainment industry. This is a significant milestone and we’re proud to continue evolving the industry, helping entertainment professionals efficiently bring their creative visions to life.

Vectorworks, Inc., MA Lighting and Robe Lighting Announce DIN SPEC 15801 Recognition for MVR Columbia, MD (November 13, 2023) — With fellow General Device Type Format (GDTF) and My Virtual Rig (MVR) founders MA Lighting and Robe Lighting, global design and BIM software provider Vectorworks, Inc. proudly announces that DIN SPEC 15801 officially recognizes MVR as an open standard for the en...

If you're heading to LDI Conference and Tradeshow make sure to pencil these sessions into your agenda!

Start by hearing from a panel of award-wining designers on why they use GDTF and MVR in their workflows. Then, hang around to learn how to create your own GDTF files.

🗒 Panel: GDTF/MVR Workflow Discussion: https://sched.co/1PUeO

🗒Learn How to Create Your Own GDTF Files: https://sched.co/1PUfA

Live Design International (LDI) 2023: GDTF/MVR Workflow Discussion for Enterta... View more about this event at Live Design International (LDI) 2023

Martin Professional released their brand new P3-175, P3-275, and the new P3 System Controller Software 6.0.0. These new updates include a full MVR integration enabling the automatic exchange of mapping data and patching data with proper lighting desks, visualizers, and CAD software packages.

BIG reveal time! We’d like to introduce the Martin P3-175, P3-275, and the new P3 System Controller Software 6.0.0.!
Ready to revolutionize how you merge video and lighting into fixtures, and get fixtures set up and configured remotely.
These new updates bring 4K input, a brand new user interface and full MVR workflow integration.

Learn more at: https://bddy.me/3Fvdm1m