Michael Bateman, technical solutions specialist at AV Stumpfl, talks about their Pixera media server, which will be featured at LDI's Battle of the Busk. In fact, Pixera is the exclusive media server sponsor for this exciting training opportunity—Battle of the Busk: Hands-On Busking With Pixera Media Servers. Video programmer Chet Miller of 4Wall, as well as Matt Ross and Pasakorn Nontananandh of Volvox Labs, will lead the training team for this two-day class that culminates with the Battle of the Busk lighting and media server competition on the LDI show floor.
(Insider secret: Register at www.ldishow.com for Battle of the Busk: Hands-On Busking With Pixera Media Servers and use Promo Code BOBM100 for a complementary spot. Very limited offer!)
Live Design chats with Bateman about the media server, its new features, and its abilities to busk.
Live Design: What are some of the new features added to the Pixera media server this year?
Michael Bateman: Pixera's open API means it gets used in projects in many markets, including fixed installations and virtual production, but the features that might most interest live event applications are the new & improved live back-up/fail-over workflows, new multi-user permissions - allowing teams to collaborate and tag-team projects in real-time, imaged-based lighting process to quickly map video content to lighting fixtures, and flexible feed mapping for both LED & projection projects. Pixera 2.0 has upwards of twenty new & exciting features. For the full run-down, visit www.pixera.one.
LD: What are some recent projects where Pixera was used for media playback?
MB: Pixera has become a staple in corporate events and large conferences. Lately, we've been out the road with Iron Maiden, Chris Stapleton (where we're helping with the live rec. 2020 pipeline), Hardy, and Walker Hayes (where we're doing some exciting things using live Notch blocks.)
LD: How does it adapt as a media server for busking?
MB: With Pixera's intuitive UI builder and cutting-edge Preset Modules, seizing the spotlight with live content has never been easier. Dive into a world of limitless customization, as our API opens the door to fine-tuning nearly every parameter. Elevate your interaction game with MIDI controllers or seamlessly integrate third-party interfaces like Stream Decks and LoupeDecks, putting you in complete command of your content
LD: How you pixel map to things like lighting fixtures?
MB: Unleash the full potential of pixel mapping with our seamless Artnet and sACN output mapping. Turn any surface into a canvas for mesmerizing light displays using video content. Our integrated fixture builder stands ready to adapt to your unique lighting setup, ensuring compatibility with any fixture type you choose. Plus, turbocharge your workflow with lightning-fast .mvr file imports, making the process effortless and efficient.
LD: How are you promoting Pixera to the American market?
MB: Anyone can download Pixera for free online, which is a fantastic evaluation tool that many users have taken us up on. Additionally, this Creator license has proven to be invaluable to operators who want to build Pixera projects offline. We've done a number of private and public events with the large, national rental houses, and are constantly sending out demo equipment to production companies looking to grow their businesses.
Join Pixera at LDI for Battle of the Busk: Hands-On Busking With Pixera Media Servers.
