RECKEEN 3D Studio – tutorials

Thanks to many years of our experience in designing and developing solutions for video production and processing market, we can present you with a virtual studio system that will meet your highest expectations in regards to 3D technology – enjoy RECKEEN 3D Studio.

VIDEO TUTORIALS

Learn the basics or improve your skills with tutorials designed to inspire.

HOW TO START

Tutorial 34 Vkey 100 connection & calibration

Tutorial 02 Backup

Tutorial 01 Start UP

Tutorial 31 4k & overload

Tutorial 03 General Configuration

FOR BEGINNERS

Tutorial 43 Skype via NDI

Tutorial 40 Inputs

Tutorial 37 FX Transitions

Tutorial 30 Streaming Ustream

Tutorial 33 Vkey100 function

Tutorial 29 NDI

Tutorial 18 VSM part I

Tutorial 17 Still Editor

Tutorial 16 MS Paint

Tutorial 15 Streaming to YouTube

Tutorial 14 Streaming Facebook

Tutorial 13 Capture

Tutorial 12 DSK

Tutorial 11 Media Tray

Tutorial 04 Simple Key

Tutorial 05 Chroma Key

Tutorial 06 Wizard Editor

ADVANCED TUTORIALS

Tutorial 44 AutoPlay & AutoCue

Tutorial 42 Slideshow Controller

Tutorial 41 SmartKey & PIP

Tutorial 39 3D Multicamera

Tutorial 38 Animation part 2

Tutorial 38 Animation part 1

Tutorial 36 3D Editor SHADOWS IIA

Tutorial 35 ADB 100

Tutorial 32 Studio performance

Tutorial 28 Trigger VC studio lite

Tutorial 27 Trigger VC studio

Tutorial 26 Trigger output

Tutorial 25 Trigger media

Tutorial 24 Trigger DSK

Tutorial 23 Trigger audio output

Tutorial 22 Trigger audio master output

Tutorial 21 Trigger audio input

Tutorial 20 Simple Trigger

Tutorial 19 VSM part II

Tutorial 10 3D Editor LIGHTS

Tutorial 09 3D Editor CAMERA

Tutorial 08 3D Editor WORLD SCENE

Tutorial 07 3D Editor WORLD AXIS

RECKEEN 3D Studio – support

Thanks to many years of experience in designing and developing video production and broadcasting solutions, we can present you with a virtual studio system that will meet your highest expectations in the most cost-effective way. Explore RECKEEN 3D Studio!

SOFTWARE RELEASES

DOCUMENTATION

RECKEEN 3DS PRO X8 – Folder

An advanced 3D virtual studio workstation for broadcasters who value versatility, high quality and cost-effectiveness.

RECKEEN 3D STUDIO Folder
RECKEEN 3D Studio – Folder for educational institutions

TECHNOLOGY OF THE FUTURE IN YOUR SCHOOL

3D STUDIO / 3DS Pro x8 / LITE User Manual

All in ONE –  RECKEEN 3D Studio, RECKEEN LITE, VMS and VKEY-100 user manual.

SYSTEM FILES

Protected: RECKEEN – 3.1. VERSION SOFTWARE INSTALLER

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This installer is intended for current users of RECKEEN workstations. The software will not operate without the RECKEEN hardware.






 

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Protected: RECKEEN Material Editor – application download

RECKEEN Material Editor is a stand-alone application which can be installed on any computer running on Windows 10 or higher.
Using this application you’re able to transform any PBR materials and textures from sites like Adobe Substance 3D, CGaxis, Quixel Mixer and more, to native Reckeen format.

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Reckeen Slideshow Controller

Using Reckeen Slideshow Controller we can trigger any commands on Reckeen’s system, that have been assigned to trigger buttons. That way a single person can operate a full production, while at the same time being a presenter.

RECKEEN SQUAT 3D STUDIO Files

Ready-to-use 3D studio set – SQUAT for RECKEEN 3D STUDIO.

 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Find help on using and managing RECKEEN products.

3D Production module

Capture function

Chroma and luma keying

Configuration panel

FX

Media tray

LITE production module

NDI Standard

System startup

Video program streaming function

Virtual 3D Studio configuration panel

Virtual 3D Studio editor

Vision mixer - production switcher

VSM Lite Editor

VIDEO TUTORIALS

Learn the basics or improve your skills with tutorials designed to inspire.

TECHNICAL SUGGESTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Help us improve the product and adjust it to your needs



Accelerate your productions with RECKEEN Software Update 1.8

It’s time for another software update for RECKEEN Lite, RECKEEN 3D Studio and 3DS Pro! Version 1.8 is ready and awaiting to be downloaded and installed.

This time we focused on variety of improvements in different areas, such as performance, operations, facilitations, effectiveness and additional virtual studio features for even better final effect.

Operations and facilitations

  • New macro command (trigger) – V/C Set Depth of Field
  • Cam1 to V/C all – Multi-camera feature when using one camera source
  • Simultaneous visibility of all shadows of on-screen talents in the 3D Studio Editor when using Multi-camera mode.
  • New streaming facilitation: option for entering one RTMP link under ‘Address’ without the need to enter ‘Stream’ information
  • Automatic file splitting when capturing – set time between 15 and 240 minutes – separate files will be created each time your chosen time period has been reached, without stopping the capture.
  • Rebuilt audio mixer – independent audio mixer for V/C set-up
  • Simultaneous NDI out and General streaming
  • Audio output support for Bluetooth audio devices

Performance

  • Acceleration of video playback for inputs
  • Acceleration of video files playback for media trays 1 & 2
  • Performance indicator – GPU, CPU, ACCELERATION
  • Lanczos sampling – filter to improve the quality of talent scaling

Effects

  • Active option Shadows for PNG objects in the 3D editor
  • Active option Shadows for Animations objects in the 3D editor
  • Precise reflections on the floor

Support

  • Windows 10, version 2004
  • AMD GPU Driver 20.8.3

Additionally, on our website you can find:

Download our new user manual which now includes all of the necessary information regarding changes made in software update 1.8.

VKEY-100 – Reckeen VKey100 Control Panel

The VKey100 control panel stands for ergonomics, high performance, premium craftsmanship and style.

Joystick XYZ (3-axis)

With this multifunctional joystick you can precisely manipulate the virtual cameras’ movements in a virtual space.

91 LED illuminated button

91 LED illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface activity.

Comfortable T-bar Fader

With a contactless Hall Effect technology using magnetic sensor and angle measurement.
A smooth consistent feel is achieved by utilizing Teflon bearing surfaces and steel ball races.

Power Supply 12V/500mA

Safe power supply voltage

Communication interface RS232

To connect to the Reckeen Studio system.

Buttons backlight function test

Users can perform the test themselves.

Joystick and T-bar calibration functions

These functions allow precise calibration of both handles at any time.

Adjustable brightness of the buttons

Precise control over brightness for maximum user comfort.

Mechanical adjustment of the T-bar resistance

It ensures a smooth and precise forward and backward movement of the T-bar handle.

Reckeen VKey100 Control Panel – Precise control over real-time video operations for professional use.

With Reckeen VKey 100, you can have control over multiple functions of the Reckeen 3D or LITE Studio. We have designed it to be operators’ working environment friendly, functional, modern and reliable, but also to be affordable. Our control panel combines ergonomic design, top-quality precise mechanics and versatile functionality. Its main features are:

VKEY-100 User Manual

RECKEEN XR Extend the experience with extended reality

A step up from your trackless virtual studio solution!
Greater immersion into a virtual world means more incredible and extraordinary outcome.
Wow your audience with real-time Augmented Reality and Tracking 3D Virtual Studio productions.

VIRTUAL STUDIO PTZ TRACKING

Create even more advanced and dynamic productions thanks to PTZ tracking.
Pan-tilt-zoom functionalities gives a presenter the ability to move around a green screen more freely, whilst the image maintains its highest quality by using the camera’s optical zoom.

The advanced shadow processor not only generates real-time shadows and reflections of an on-screen talent, but also analyses the depth of the talent in a green studio space, which makes it possible to walk around 3D objects located in the virtual set.

AUGMENTED REALITY

Transform a plain view from a camera into a truly immersive space. Improve your viewers’ watching experience by adding three-dimensional elements and animations to the physical surrounding.

Blend the real and the virtual worlds together to create live AR productions.

PTZ CONTROL

Control the movements of the PTZ cameras directly from the RECKEEN’s application and VKey-100 control panel.

Program PTZ presets in RECKEEN’s Editor or use the joystick on the VKey-100 to smoothly change a camera’s position.
Everything under your fingertips – one application, one controller, one place to manage the whole production from.

DYNAMIC PTZ MULTI-CAMERA PRODUCTIONS

Use up to 4 cameras to create advanced and outstanding productions.
RECKEEN XR allows you to independently use different XR modes together – one camera can render virtual studio environment when the other performs tasks in Augmented Reality mode.
Unleash your creativity and expand your possibilities.

COMPATIBLE CAMERAS

RECKEEN XR is compatible with the following camera models:

SONY

BRC-X400

Great choice for education and semi-professional purposes.

*The XR features work when using HDMI or SDI connectors – connecting camera via NDI will allow to control pan, tilt and zoom positions directly from Reckeen control panel, but XR features will be disabled.

SONY

BRC-X1000

Stunning picture quality and smooth tracking in 4K.

SONY

BRC-H800

Stunning picture quality and smooth tracking in FullHD.

Connections – Reckeen 3D Studio cards’ inputs/outputs

Video Input

Reckeen SDI Virtual Studio System

  • SDI Video Input
    • 2 x SDI – 3G/HD/SD auto switching
  • HDMI
    • 2 x HDMI 1.4 type A connector with support for 1080p60 one up to 4k30p format*

* Reckeen LITE studio offers a Full HD resolution. By purchasing additional License Key, You can upgrade it to 3D Studio &LITE with 4K resolution.

Reckeen HDMI Virtual Studio System

  • HDMI
    • 4 x HDMI 1.4 type A connector with support for 1080p60 two up to 4k30p format*

Video Output

Reckeen SDI Virtual Studio System

  • SDI Video Output
    • 2 x SDI – 3G/HD
  • HDMI
    • 2 x HDMI 1.4 type A connector with support for 1080p60 one up to 4k30p*

* Reckeen LITE studio offers a Full HD resolution. By purchasing additional License Key, You can upgrade it to 3D Studio &LITE with 4K resolution.

Reckeen HDMI Virtual Studio System

  • HDMI
    • 2 x HDMI 1.4 type A connector with support for 1080p60 one up to 4k30p*

Monitor Output

  • 2x DP output for monitor
  • 2x HDMI output for monitor
  • 1x DVI-D output for monitor

RECKEEN e-Learning – interactive online lessons

Soon, new generations won’t remember schools the way we do. They won’t remember the time without PlayStation, Nintendo, Snapchat filters, or virtual reality – they won’t understand it. It is in educators’ hands to keep up with those changes.

Online education market

For the last decade education sector has been changing drastically – using iPads and other technology-driven interactive tools during classes is a normality, universities open online courses, e-learning companies spring up like mushrooms, schools run YouTube channels.
For some, those adaptations are fairly easy to implement, for others they might not be, but the truth is that if we want to be good teachers, we need to follow these trends, whether we like it or not. That’s why education institutions more and more often look for different ways to fulfil the needs of their students and deliver the lessons in the most attractive way possible.

“88% of education professionals agree that video improves engagement with students”

(source: SONY)

“Attractive” – a word that just a few years ago we would not put together with “classes” or “school”. But now, everything’s changed. Kids and young adults nowadays need constant stimulus. They like to be engaged by a virtual world; students are motivated by technology and they will show much greater engagement during class if it is delivered in a way that they understand best – with a use of technology. That is, by definition, part of Generation Z’s identity. That’s why educators constantly look for new, more interesting ways for creating their lessons, trainings and presentations.

“The edtech industry in China is expected to grow 20 percent annually, while […] India’s online education market will rise more than 6x to $1.96 billion over the next four years”

(source: Techcrunch)

But is it enough to just put a camera in front of a white board and connect with students via Skype, or film a lesson and put it on the internet for the world to see, or sell it as an online course? Is it engaging? Where is that technology factor? Is it going to look better if you throw a few PowerPoint slides into the mix?

Well, for some, it might work, but it doesn’t strike me as the kind of content that Gen Z would genuinely appreciate.

RECKEEN e-Learning – a virtual alternative

What if, and hear me out, what if we could run lessons from a completely virtual world, and at the same time communicate with students in almost the same way we do during a normal class? Why would we do that, you ask? Because it gives us way more possibilities to connect with the students on their level of engagement, be creative, pass the knowledge in an attractive and innovative way, rather than through still graphics and text in the books that most students won’t remember anyway.
We are responsible for our students, and we need to provide them with knowledge that will stay with them for life, so if there are solutions, like RECKEEN  e-Learning, that can make the experience of both learning and teaching more interesting and engaging, then how can we not use its advantages?

One of the company’s motto is: “Products for truly creative people”. And honestly, they really are. There are so many possible ways of using their virtual studio, that what limits you is only your imagination and creativity.

The beauty of this technology is that we might only use a small room to record, but the students will see not a boring classroom, but a whole new and fascinating virtual world of knowledge. Each subject might be placed in a different virtual scenery to fit presented topic, and filled with eye-catching animated visualizations, augmented reality presentations, multiple virtual monitors presenting engaging content – from your handwriting notes, to pictures, videos, graphs, slideshow presentations; and your students can be a part of that experience in real-time, interacting with each other and with you.
This creative tool will enable you to present each lesson’s topic in a better and clearer way, and help deconstruct complicated issues into more understandable components. All thanks to technological solutions of RECKEEN e-Learning systems.

I still remember the shock on kids’ faces when, for the first time, they saw it. They looked at a TV screen, and they saw YouTube live stream video showing their teacher standing inside this humongous hall with walls made of glass, with snowy mountaintops view. There was an animated globe spinning around, a moving monitor with some graphs, and probably some other things that have skipped my mind already. Then, they looked up just to see the same teacher being filmed, right in front of their eyes, on a small green screen, with nothing else around. Never before, I saw kids opening their eyes so wide. There was one boy, who mentioned that he has already seen something like that during a trip to a TV station’s headquarters.

Well, actually RECKEEN system is quite similar to what television has been using for quite a while now. But, until recently, this technology was out of reach for most.
RECKEEN however, has come up with a product combining TV technology with a communicator solution that can enhance the work of educators, and make learning fun, innovative and engaging, even when there is a screen barrier between teachers and students – virtual studio e-learning system – RECKEEN e-Learning. Virtual class where classes are hosted allow for two-way interaction with students thanks to integration with a well-known Skype application.

The company has developed this solution to show that schools can be creative. And it doesn’t have to come at a high cost. Quite the opposite – it’s all within educators’ reach.
We strive for inspiring new generations, are we not? What better way is there than delivering fascinating lessons that make our students search and discover the knowledge on their own? Is this not what we all hope for? That’s why we need educational tools, like RECKEEN e-Learning, that will help us achieve it.

So, what exactly is needed?

To get started you only need:

  • a camera – any will do, as long as it allows an HDMI connector
  • a green background – it can be as simple as a green roll-up, green sheet or a green wall
  • a device with installed Skype application
  • and of course, RECKEEN e-Learning system.

RECKEEN offers training sessions to teach you anything from setting up the hardware to using the system to its fullest potential. Additionally, many video tutorials are available online, but if you stumble upon an unknown – the customer service is quick to respond and help you out with any kind of issue.

When you get a grasp of the system, you will be able to prepare and broadcast all lessons by yourself, on your own, and in real-time.
All prep work is done beforehand, and we do not need to worry about things like post-production or editing. Afterall, that’s not our job, and it shouldn’t be. We are here to teach and share our knowledge!

Take a step into the future of education and email RECKEEN today at: sales@reckeen.com.

“We are always happy to hear opinions and suggestions of prospective as well as current clients. We want to know how we can make our products better for you”

CEO, Dariusz Hebisz said.

While waiting for a prompt reply from a member of staff, you can pay RECKEEN’s website a visit:

where you can learn more about the company, the products and services.

List of our resellers you can find at Where to buy page

Remember that us, teachers, create the prosperity of tomorrow – RECKEEN will make it easier for you and your institution. RECKEEN is so much more than just a teaching and learning tool, and you might realise it very soon!



RECKEEN Lite E-learning – pierwsze uruchomienie

Konfiguracja systemu i instalacja dodatkowych aplikacji

  1. Konfiguracja aplikacji Skype:

Ustawienia opcji “Blur my background”.

  1. Konfiguracja aplikacji NDI Tools (na tym samym urządzeniu, na którym została zainstalowana aplikacja Skype)
  1. [opcjonalnie] Instalacja programu RECKEEN Slideshow Controller
    • Aby bezpośrednio z komputera RECKEEN móc kontrolować slajdy prezentacji otwartej na innym urządzeniu, potrzebna jest instalacja bezpłatnego oprogramowania RECKEEN Slideshow Controller, który można pobrać z tej lokacji.
    • Instalację przeprowadzamy na laptopie lub komputerze, na którym chcemy umieścić prezentacje slajdów.
  1. Połączenie systemu RECKEEN Lite-learning
    • 1. Podepnij kabel zasilający.
    • 4. Wejścia HDMI to podpięcia monitora komputera. Podepnij minimum jeden monitor.
    • 3. Wejście LAN – podepnij kabel odpowiedzialny za dostarczanie internetu.
    • 2. Uruchom komputer tym przyciskiem.

Przygotowanie systemu do lekcji

  1. Po włączaniu komputera, aplikacja RECKEEN uruchomi się automatycznie.
  2. Wybieramy ikonę “Produkcja Lite”, domyślny format nowej sesji to 1080p50 (więcej o formatach znajdziesz pod linkiem: instrukcja str 33/34). Wciskamy “Rozpocznij Produkcję”
  3. Gotowa scenografia wirtualnej klasy zostanie automatycznie wczytana do systemu.
  • 1. W trakcie lekcji możemy używać 4 różnych ujęć wirtualnej kamery (V/C 1 – V/C 4). Można z nich korzystać w sposób, w jaki zostały domyślnie skonfigurowany lub dopasować do własnych potrzeb. Więcej o konfiguracji wirtualnej kamery można przeczytać tutaj.
  • 2. W tym okienku pokazuje się ujęcie, które jest aktualnie w użyciu “na wizji”, czyli to transmitowane do uczniów lub nagrywane. To okienko nazywamy ”Program” lub w skrócie ”PGR”.
  • 3. Ujęcie, które jest aktualnie w użyciu jest podświetlone na czerwono. Aby przełączyć na inne ujęcie, należy nacisnąć jeden z klawiszy z oznaczeniem “V/C“. Więcej o ujęciach przeczytasz tu: Panel konfiguracji wirtualnego studia LITE e-learning
  1. Wczytanie materiałów i pomocy naukowych – Pokaz slajdów np. PowerPoint lub Keynote:
    • Używając kabla HDMI, do portu w komputerze RECKEEN podłączamy laptop, z którego będziemy puszczać prezentację.
    • Podłączamy kabel do portu “in” oznaczonego numerem 2.
    • Widok z laptopa z prezentacją wyświetli się w okienku KAM 2, jak i również będzie widoczny na monitorze w wirtualnym studio.
    • [Wskazówka]: w slajdach prezentacji typu PowerPoint możemy osadzać filmiki z portali takich jak YouTube. Będzie je można odtwarzać w trakcie prowadzenia lekcji.

Port HDMI in 2

Podgląd prezentacji Power Point z lapotopa

  1. Wczytanie materiałów i pomocy naukowych – wczytanie materiałów i wideo i obrazów
    • Aplikacja RECKEEN posiada “zasobnik mediów” (ang. “Media Tray”) w prawym dolnym rogu, w którym można przechowywać różne pliki multimedialne, które chcemy wykorzystać podczas zajęć. Będziemy używać Zakładki Media 1 do przechowywania plików. Szczegółową instrukcję jak wczytać wideo i obrazy do zasobnika znajdziesz tu: Zasobnik mediów – Media Tray
    • Przy pomocy myszki wybieramy wideo lub obraz, który chcemy wyświetlić poprzez szybkie dwukrotne kliknięcie. Wybrany plik wyświetli się w okienku na górze ”Media 1”, jak i będzie widoczny na monitorze w wirtualnym studio.
    • [Opcjonalne]:DSK – rzeczywistość rozszerzona
      Dodatkową opcją dla jeszcze ciekawszej lekcji jest skorzystanie z opcji DSK – obraz naszego wyboru wyświetla się na tle widoku studia. Jeśli przygotujemy pokaz slajdów na zielonym tle (szablon dostępny jest w systemie RECKEEN), to przy użyciu funkcji DSK możemy pozbyć się zielonego tła zostawiając widoczną jedynie treść prezentacji. W ten sposób uzyskujemy efekt rozszerzonej rzeczywistości. Po więcej informacji zajrzyj tutaj: Funkcja DSK jako efekt rzeczywistości rozszerzonej

Zasobnik mediów (ang. Media Tray)

Podgląd wybranego materiału wideo/obrazu z zasobnika mediów (MEDIA1)

  1. Dodanie postaci prezentera (sygnał z kamery wideo)
    • Postacią stojącą na zielonym tle w studio nazywamy talentem. W kontekście szkoły talentem będzie nauczyciel prowadzący lekcję.
    • Aby widok nauczyciela był widoczny w aplikacji RECKEEN, trzeba podłączyć kamerę do komputera RECKEEN za pomocą łącza HDMI lub SDI. Przyjmuję, że chcemy użyć łącza HDMI. Kabel wpinamy do portu “in” oznaczonego numerem 1.
    • Talent będzie widoczny w okienku KAM 1

Zasobnik mediów (ang. Media Tray)

Podgląd wybranego materiału wideo/obrazu z zasobnika mediów (MEDIA1)

  1. Kluczowanie
    • Proces usunięcia zielonego tła, aby móc wstawić talent do wirtualnego studia nazywamy kluczowaniem, a samą funkcję kluczem chromatycznym.
    • Aby uzyskać lepsze efekty należy zadbać o dobre oświetlenie w pomieszczeniu, tak, aby równomiernie oświetlało talent.
    • Po kliknięciu w okienko KAM 1, w dolnej części ekranu po prawej stronie pojawi się funkcja “Tryb klucza”
    • Domyślnie będzie wybrana opcja Prosty Klucz Chromatyczny. Polecamy użyć właśnie tego rodzaju funkcji, ponieważ jest ona najszybsza i najprostsza w obsłudze – proces kluczowania zawarty jest jedynie w trzech krokach.
      Szczegółowa instrukcja jak stosować Klucz Chromatyczny jest dostępna tutaj.: Konfiguracja prostego klucza chromatycznego w systemie RECKEEN

Przykład organizacji prostego studia z zielonym tłem.

Podgląd wybranego materiału wideo/obrazu z zasobnika mediów (MEDIA1)

Wybór opcji Prostego Klucza Chromatycznego

  1. Konfiguracja widoku wirtualnej klasy dla uczniów – Skype
    • Aby inni użytkownicy telekonferencji byli w stanie odbierać sygnał wideo z naszego wirtualnego studia (widok okna PROGRAM) musimy skonfigurować nasze wyjście, tak zwany OUTPUT.
    • Na urządzeniu na którym zainstalowaliśmy aplikację NDI Tools, przechodzimy do folderu NDI Tools, a następnie uruchamiamy program NDI Virtual Input.exe
    • Na pasku na dole komputera, koło zegara i daty powinna pojawić się ikonka “NDI Virtual Input”

Domyślna lokalizacja pliku : NDI Virtual Input.exe

Status uruchomionej aplikacji  NDI Virtual Input

    • Na pasku na dole komputera, koło zegara i daty powinna pojawić się ikonka “NDI Virtual Input”

Konfiguracja NewTek NDI Video w aplikacji Skype

    • W aplikacji Reckeen przechodzimy do Opcje/ Konfiguracjai zakładki Streaming. Tam wybieramy NDI i nadajemy kanałowi nazwę.
    • W ten sposób  rozpocznie się nadawanie sygnału Program poprzez NDI

Konfiguracja Streaming w systemie RECKEEN

Rozpoczęcie emisji sygnalu NDI

    • Na urządzeniu z uruchomioną aplikacją ND klikamy na ikonę NDI, a następnie prawym przyciskiem myszy wybieramy strumień tj. Nazwa komputera/nazwa strumienia, którą nadaliśmy w aplikacji RECKEEN.

Wybór źródła sygnału dla Skype

    • W oknie ustawień Skype Audio & Video wybieramy typ urządzenia i strumień.
    • Inicjujemy połączenie do grupy konwersacji (wyłączamy opcje blur – rozmycia tła)
    • Klikamy na przekreślona ikonkę kamery, wtedy pojawi się obraz z wirtualnej klasy z systemu Reckeen.W ten sposób przesyłamy wyjście systemu “Program” do użytkowników.

Wybór typu rządzenia i strumienia w Skype

Skype inicjowanie połączenia

Skype uruchomienie emisji obrazu

    • Program możemy również nagrać, poprzez naciśnięcie klawisza “CAPTURE” w aplikacji RECKEEN.
      Lub też możliwy jest streaming do innych portali społecznościowych takich jak Facebook czy YouTube. Więcej informacji na ten temat znajdziesz w naszych filmikach instruktażowych.
  1. Podłączenie widoku uczniów w wirtualnej klasie:
    • Przechodzimy do ustawień wejścia KAM3. W oknie ustawień wejścia wybieramy opcję NDI, podłączając w ten sposób strumienie kamery i audio użytkowników biorących udział w telekonferencji Skype.
    • Po zamknięciu tego okna, w okienku wejścia KAM3 zobaczymy widok obrazu wideo ze Skype podłączonych użytkowników – widoczna będzie osoba, która aktualnie mówi.
    • Poprzez zapisanie sesji klikając w “Plik”, a następnie “Zapisz jako” zapisane zostają ustawienia, takie jak klucz chromatyczny, źródła, media czy ujęcia.
      Zalecamy zapisywać sesje, aby uniknąć utracenia wykonanych już wcześniej ustawień.

Ustawienia wejścia KAM3

Nawigacja podczas prezentacji

  1. [Wskazówka] Nauczyciel stojąc na zielonym tle powinien mieć łatwy dostęp do klawiatury z myszką.
  2. Interakcja z uczniem.
    Dzięki funkcji “Active Speaker” na ekranie wirtualnej klasy widoczny będzie ten uczeń, który aktualnie mówi. Dzięki tej funkcji możliwa jest dwukierunkowa interakcja między nauczycielem a uczniem.
  1. Nawigacja ujęć i multimediów
    Poprzez nawigację myszką na pasku PRG (program) możemy zmienić ujęcie wirtualnej klasy bądź też pełnoekranowo wyświetlić media, prezentację slajdów lub obraz z kamery ucznia. Naciśnij:

    1. KAM 2 – aby pełnoekranowo wyświetlić pokaz slajdów,
    2. KAM 3 – aby pełnoekranowo wyświetlić widok z kamery ucznia,
    3. V/C 1 – aby wyświetlić ujęcie z trzema wirtualnymi ekranami (1. widok ucznia ze Skype, 2. pokaz slajdów, 3. wybrane media z zasobnika mediów) i nauczycielem,
    4. V/C 2 – aby wyświetlić ujęcie z dwoma wirtualnymi ekranami (1. widok ucznia ze Skype, 2.pokaz slajdów),
    5. V/C 3 – aby wyświetlić ujęcie z jednym wirtualnym ekranem (pokaz slajdów) i nauczycielem,
    6. V/C 4 – aby wyświetlić ujęcie z dwoma wirtualnymi ekranami (1. pokaz slajdów, 2. wybrane media z zasobnika mediów) i nauczycielem,
    7. Media 1 – aby pełnoekranowo wyświetlić widok wybranych mediów z zasobnika mediów
  1. Aby wiedzieć więcej o nawigacji i umieszczaniu zawartości na wirtualnych ekranach zapoznaj się z instrukcją Zasobnik mediów – Media Tray
  2. Jak zmieniać slajdy używając RECKEEN Slideshow Controller

Po zakończonej lekcji, aby wyłączyć system naciśnij “Plik” w lewym górnym rogu, a następnie “Przejdź do ekranu startowego”. Polecamy na tym etapie zapisać sesję, aby nie utracić ustawień i zapisanych treści w aplikacji RECKEEN.
Na ekranie startowym kliknij w ikonę “Zamknij system”, a następnie “Zamknij aplikację”. W tym momencie może pojawić się ostrzeżenie – naciśnij “Tak”.

Życzymy miłego nauczania!

W razie problemów lub pytań prosimy o kontakt mailowy: sales@reckeen.com

Reckeen 3D Studio and additional 15 LCD keys!

Stream Deck puts 15 LCD keys at your fingertips for ultimate 3D Studio control. Simply tap to switch scenes, launch media or trigger any programming functions from a long list provided by 3D Studio. Personalize your keys with custom icons (image or animation) or choose from them from a library, and get visual feedback every time you execute a command.

Stream Deck puts 15 LCD keys at your fingertips for ultimate 3D Studio control. Simply tap to switch scenes, launch media or trigger any programming functions from a long list provided by 3D Studio. Personalize your keys with custom icons (image or animation) or choose from them from a library, and get visual feedback every time you execute a command.

RECKEEN 3D Studio – Perfect broadcasting solution

Thanks to many years of experience in designing and developing video production and broadcasting solutions, we can present you with a virtual studio system that will meet your highest expectations in the most cost-effective way. Explore RECKEEN 3D Studio!

NEXT GENERATION OF 3D MULTICAMERA PRODUCTION SYSTEM

In modern production and broadcasting industry, the highest quality and infinite creative possibilities can only be achieved with 3D technology.

If you are not familiar with virtual 3D studio systems – we invite you to a world of new possibilities. With our solution your TV content will be unique and professional, and its creation process easy and fun.

RECKEEN 3D Studio is a complete set of tools and functionalities enabling creating, recording and broadcasting high-quality 3D TV content in real-time. Free scenographies of different styles, library of 3D objects, various editors and creators – those are just a few of the things that come with Reckeen system by default.

RECKEEN 3D Studio is a multi-channel mixer that combines video sources with computer graphics and media. Each of the video sources can be pre-processed with built-in chroma keys. The purpose of chroma keying is to remove green or blue background in order to place a talent in a virtual studio.

The advantage of a virtual studio over a physical one, is unlimited possibilities and creative freedom. RECKEEN enables you to produce your video content up to the highest standard, using the newest technologies. Don’t be limited by a small studio space, budget nor lack of innovation – choose RECKEEN!

ALL NECESSARY TOOLS TO PRODUCE 3D TV CONTENT

RECKEEN 3D Studio package contains all necessary tools and applications to produce 3D video content, perfect for TV stations, Youtubers, Twitch, Mixer and other broadcasters, e-learning and education facilities, or for producing corporate materials.

The system has been created for people who value the highest quality and technological innovation, but also ease of use and convenience. RECKEEN 3D Studio performs amazingly in various environments – from professional TV studios to home productions. It is designed to fulfil the demand of any company, as the production can be performed by just a single person.

A 3D virtual studio system creates an illusion that the production is made in a spacious studio and with use of multiple cameras, when in reality it can be created on a small green screen and with as little as only one physical camera. RECKEEN 3D Studio system is equipped with four independent virtual cameras which give you freedom to move around the whole virtual set at any angle without limitations, with a use of smooth and complex-looking transitions, as well as by manual operations, that imitate a camera crane and cameraman natural movements. Virtual studio provides you with space to hold all kind of presentations, with a use of 3D graphics, animations and other media. All that, along with any editing is done and generated in real-time, without extra rendering time.

CAMERA SHOTS

RECKEEN 3D Studio system is equipped with 4 Virtual Cameras with a full range of motions available to reflect natural camera movements made by a cameraman: pan, tilt, zoom, dolly, truck, arc, pedestal, and so on. They can be rotated, have their angles and positions changed, giving you access to all areas of the set.

It is possible to assign up to 15 camera shots to each of the virtual camera, giving us 60 camera shots in total. These shots define different positions of the camera around a virtual studio. The transitions between the shots imitate a camera crane or track slider movements, and all of the parameters can be edit and customised fit your needs.

You can swiftly navigate between the virtual cameras and the shots from the production screen.

SIGNAL SOURCES

The fundamental part of a virtual studio configuration is selecting sources. Our main sources are video inputs from cameras – that way we can add a talent to our virtual studio. Such signal is sent to Chroma keying function. The purpose of chroma keying is to remove green or blue colour background, and be able to place a talent in a virtual studio.

Other sources may include media files such as videos, still images, or slide presentations, that you wish to display on a virtual screen inside a 3D studio.

AUDIO

RECKEEN 3D Studio system is equipped with a built-in audio mixer, that allows you to mix signal levels for all of the inputs – from cameras and microphones, as well as media and audio files.

Output signal can be adjusted and managed, as well as recorded straight from the broadcasted material.

The mixer is also equipped with a Follow function, which automatically synchronizes an audio source with an input that’s being aired, avoiding situations when microphones, or other audio sources, are forgotten to be turned on or off in the correct times.

MEDIA TRAY

Media tray stores all of your media files: videos, audio files, pictures, and texts, in one organized place, that is divided into tabs. The shortcuts make navigating between the tabs easy and efficient, which is extremely important during a production process.

NewTek NDI®

NewTek’s innovative Network Device Interface technology enables compatible systems, devices, and applications to connect and communicate over IP to share video, audio, and data.

RECKEEN 3D Studio system offers 6 NDI inputs for cameras and Media. Camera inputs include supported stream key and RECKEEN chroma key.

The system also includes an NDI output, which allows Program output to be broadcasted using NDI technology.

CONNECT UP TO 4 INDEPENDENT CAMERAS

RECKEEN 3D Studio system has 4 camera inputs, up to 4K format. It allows you to have up to two 4K or up to four Full HD camcorders connected to the RECKEEN’s workstation. Their signals are keyed independently in a high quality, thanks to four independent chroma key channels. Multiple inputs allow a user to make more complex productions with numerous talents filmed on different greenscreens, and also in different locations – if using an NDI connection.

STILL EDITOR & NewBlue™ TITLERS

Create text panels and graphic compositions. Edit the text during broadcast

Our Still Editor application allows you to create text panels and aesthetically impressive compositions in the form of graphic files with images and texts, such as news tickers. Texts can also be edited during broadcast, in real-time, without the need to go back to the application – this way you can place a text panel with a new content live on-air immediately.

For even more impressive text panels, we’ve partnered with NewBlue® – their titling solutions will not only stun your audience and bring your production to the next level, but will bring more efficiency and into your work, and improve workflow. You can now connect NewBlue® products with RECKEEN 3DSPro via NDI connection – an easy way to amazing results!

CAMERA SIGNALS’ KEYING OPTIONS

Each of the signals from the cameras can be keyed with independent, user-defined chroma keys (upstream keys). You have the choice of three keying modes:

CHROMA KEY

UPSTREAM KEY

This mode allows you to accurately configure keying properties. It is a 6-step process with a wizard feature, that gives you a detailed description of each step, to help you achieve the best results.

SIMPLE CHROMA KEY

SIMPLE UPSTREAM KEY

This simplified mode generates most of the keying settings automatically, on the basis of algorithms analysing the image. A user sets up the key using only 3 sliders, which makes it easy, quick, and perfect for less experienced users.

LUMA KEY

LUMA UPSTREAM KEY

Luma keying is based on the levels of signal’s luminance readings. This mode includes extensive panel of keying configuration options, from white balance, through cut-off levels, to post-production effects.

3D STUDIO WIZARD

Make your own, impressive 3D scenography completely for free

3D Studio Wizard is an easy way to create your own, unique 3D scenography or a TV set using step-by-step guided application. Our free, rich in content and still growing library of 3D objects and decorations currently has over 700 items. Each item can be modified by changing texture and colour, which increases its creative potential even further. If that’s not enough, you can always import objects from any external graphic software, such as Maya, Blender, 3D Studio Max or Cinema 4D, or Microsoft Paint 3D, that is preinstalled at the RECKEEN system. The structure of 3D Studio Wizard allows even novice users to easily create 3D studios from scratch, providing you with unlimited possibilities to unleash your creativity, without spending a dime, because 3D Studio Wizard comes with our system completely for free!

3D STUDIO EDITOR

Edit and customise pre-existing sets: from furnishings, through textures, colours, to lightning

For even further convenience, we give you over 60 high quality, ready to use studio set designs for free! Choose your favourite scenography and start your production immediately. Sets include furniture, virtual monitors, space for talents, designed lightning and shadows. You can use them as they are or, using 3D Editor, you can customise each element to fit your needs. Add and remove furniture, change the position, size, colour and texture of each element, adjust the shadows, modify the lightning, add animated objects, and more. The editor doesn’t require to leave the production application, which is efficient, time-saving, and lets you make changes easily and quickly.

LIGHTS

There are few different types of lights available in our virtual studio: Ambient, Directional, Point and Spotlight. You can modify their parameters, turn them on and off, change their colour, intensity and position. This allows you to change the appearance of the studio’s set design, lighten or darken it in order to change its character and ambience.

SHADOWS

RECKEEN 3D Studio system’s engine renders shadows in real-time using parameters from virtually generated lighting, using a dedicated algorithm. You can enable or disable a shadows generation function for each piece of studio’s equipment, and talents. The intensity of shadows can also be adjusted and customised. With this feature, you can achieve a whole new level of realistic reproduction of a real world in a 3D space.

REFLECTIONS

RECKEEN 3D Studio system renders real-time reflections on glossy surfaces. These reflections change accordingly to the position of virtual cameras, as well as objects’ and talents’ movements. Reflections are generated not only on static or flat surfaces, but also on any glossy textures on 3D animated objects.

ANIMATIONS

Animate any object within our virtual studio, or use imported rigged animations

Simple animations can be added to any 3D object in a virtual studio – application objects as well as imported ones. For more complex animations, you can import rigged animations from any external applications using FBX format.
The animations can be easily triggered from within the production screen.
For a realistic effect, reflections are added to any imported objects and animations.

VIDEO MIXER AND SWITCHER

RECKEEN 3D Studio application includes video mixer and switcher inside the production module screen. You can now control and manage productions using only a computer keyboard and a mouse.

For even more ease and convenience, we’ve designed VKey-100 control panel – a specially designed mixer and switcher keyboard with a multifunctional joystick, a T-bar equipped with contactless Hall Effect technology, and LED illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface, which placements on the panel corresponds to the placements on the production module screen, for the clarity and efficiency of work.

MULTIVIEWER

RECKEEN’s system gives a user as much as 16 simultaneous preview windows, enabling efficient production of a live program. Given their functions, previews can be divided into three groups:

  • previews of input signals – camera, media and text inputs,
  • production previews – Preview and Program,
  • previews of virtual cameras – views of chosen Virtual Camera phases

Multiviewer located in the production screen allows you to efficiently manage your work in a virtual studio. Any changes are displayed in Preview windows instantly, with no extra time needed for rendering, providing a user with real-time view of a produced program.

For an easy and clear management during production and to ensure a complete comfort of work, Multiviewer can be displayed on additional monitors.

DSK (downstream key)

Graphics, news tickers, animated logos and other textboards are placed on the main signal as overlays called DSK (downstream key). RECKEEN 3D Studio system allows you to add up to two DSK signals simultaneously. Any kind of media can be placed as a DSK layer, a very useful way of using this function is a slideshow presentation – if a slideshow is made on a green background, this background will be keyed, leaving only graphics and text visible, which can truly enhance the look of your production, making it even more unique.

CONFIGURABLE TRIGGERS

To facilitate your work, you can combine several functions creating a command sequence that can be programmed to be executed using trigger banks. A trigger bank can be set off automatically with a single button. The functions are then triggered one after the other, making your work more efficient. Any function at our system can be triggered, which can be extremely effective for your workflow. There are 10 trigger banks available in the system.

An interesting addition to this function is a possibility to control slideshow presentations from within RECKEEN 3D Studio system.

STREAMING

Get even closer to your subscribers and followers with an easy, live streaming option!

Stream to any social media and broadcasting platform directly from RECKEEN 3D Studio.

Use ready-made streaming profiles to popular platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitch and many more, or choose custom settings to stream to any other platform of your choice.

RECKEEN 3DS PRO – Next generation of Multicamera Production System

An advanced 3D virtual studio workstation for broadcasters who value versatility, high quality and cost-effectiveness.

NEXT GENERATION OF 3D MULTICAMERA PRODUCTION SYSTEM

RECKEEN 3DSPro is an all-rounded product that will cover all of your broadcasting needs – starting from creating and designing your virtual scenography, through producing your 3D TV content, to mixing and broadcasting the material in real-time.

Free scenographies of different styles, library of 3D objects, various editors and creators – those are just a few of the things that come with Reckeen system by default. All that, and much more, is backed by the hardware of the highest quality.

If you are not familiar with virtual 3D studio systems – we invite you to a world of new possibilities. With our solution your TV content will be unique and professional, and its creation process easy and fun.

ALL NECESSARY TOOLS TO PRODUCE 3D TV CONTENT

RECKEEN 3DSPro package contains all necessary tools and applications to produce 3D video content, perfect for TV stations, Youtubers, Twitch, Mixer and other broadcasters, e-learning and education facilities, or for producing corporate materials.

The system has been created for people who value the highest quality and technological innovation, but also ease of use and convenience. RECKEEN 3DSPro performs amazingly in various environments – from professional TV studios to home productions. It is designed to fulfil the demand of any company, as the production can be performed by just a single person.

A 3D virtual studio system creates an illusion that the production is made in a spacious studio and with use of multiple cameras, when in reality it can be created on a small green screen and with as little as only one physical camera. RECKEEN 3DSPro system is equipped with four independent virtual cameras which give you freedom to move around the whole virtual set at any angle without limitations, with a use of smooth and complex-looking transitions, as well as by manual operations, that imitate a camera crane and cameraman natural movements. Virtual studio provides you with space to hold all kind of presentations, with a use of 3D graphics, animations and other media. All that, along with any editing is done and generated in real-time, without extra rendering time.

CAMERA SHOTS

RECKEEN 3DSPro system is equipped with 4 Virtual Cameras with a full range of motions available to reflect natural camera movements made by a cameraman: pan, tilt, zoom, dolly, truck, arc, pedestal, and so on. They can be rotated, have their angles and positions changed, giving you access to all areas of the set.

It is possible to assign up to 15 camera shots to each of the virtual camera, giving us 60 camera shots in total. These shots define different positions of the camera around a virtual studio. The transitions between the shots imitate a camera crane or track slider movements, and all of the parameters can be edit and customised fit your needs.
You can swiftly navigate between the virtual cameras and the shots from the production screen.

SIGNAL SOURCES

The fundamental part of a virtual studio configuration is selecting sources. Our main sources are video inputs from cameras – that way we can add a talent to our virtual studio. Such signal is sent to Chroma keying function. The purpose of chroma keying is to remove green or blue colour background, and be able to place a talent in a virtual studio.

Other sources may include media files such as videos, still images, or slide presentations, that you wish to display on a virtual screen inside a 3D studio.

AUDIO

RECKEEN 3DSPro comes in with ADB-100 external audio panel, which fulfils the highest audio requirements. Moreover, the system is equipped with a built-in audio mixer, that allows you to mix signal levels for all of the inputs – from cameras and microphones, as well as media and audio files.

Output signal can be adjusted and managed, as well as recorded straight from the broadcasted material.

The mixer is also equipped with a Follow function, which automatically synchronizes an audio source with an input that’s being aired, avoiding situations when microphones, or other audio sources, are forgotten to be turned on or off in the correct times.

MEDIA TRAY

Media tray stores all of your media files: videos, audio files, pictures, and texts, in one organized place, that is divided into tabs. The shortcuts make navigating between the tabs easy and efficient, which is extremely important during a production process.

NewTek NDI®

NewTek’s innovative Network Device Interface technology enables compatible systems, devices, and applications to connect and communicate over IP to share video, audio, and data.
RECKEEN 3DSPro system offers 6 NDI inputs for cameras and Media. Camera inputs include supported stream key and RECKEEN chroma key.
The system also includes an NDI output, which allows Program output to be broadcasted using NDI technology.

CONNECT UP TO 4 INDEPENDENT CAMERAS

RECKEEN 3DSPro system has 4 camera inputs, up to 4K format. It allows you to have up to two 4K or up to four Full HD camcorders connected to the RECKEEN’s workstation. Their signals are keyed independently in a high quality, thanks to four independent chroma key channels. Multiple inputs allow a user to make more complex productions with numerous talents filmed on different greenscreens, and also in different locations – if using an NDI connection.

ADB-100

External audio panel for the best sound quality and extended audio possibilities

  • AudioLink interface with a use of RJ-45 cable, this technology enables transferring all inputs and outputs stream to greater distances. The sound transferred digitally from ADB-100 device through RJ-45 connector maintains the highest quality and is noise-free thanks to galvanic isolation.
  • Equipped with AES3 digital audio standard inputs and outputs
  • Equipped with professionally balanced stereo analogue audio differential inputs and outputs

3D MULTICAMERA

Use a multi camera setup for more active and detailed production

This feature allows you for a multiple-camera mode of production with up to 4 cameras. It is especially useful during interviews, and other scenarios where there is a need for more than one camera setup. Generally, the two outer cameras shoot close-up shots of the characters on the set, while the central camera, or cameras, shoot a wider master shot to capture the whole scene and establish the geography of the virtual studio.

This feature strikingly resembles a tracking system. It is, however, completely trackless, and the execution of the effect is achieved by intelligently placing the virtual cameras in the correct positions in a 3D studio. This feature saves you money, and at the same time gives you results of an advance tracking system.

DEPTH OF FIELD

Depth of Field feature imitates opening and closing camera iris, that allows to blur the background, while the talents stay in a focal point. Adjusting the intensity of the blur of the background, makes the scene and image more realistic-looking. Depending on a camera position and its distance from talents, blur intensity will change.

SMARTKEY

PIP feature inside our 3DSPro system

SMARTKEY is a new solution integrating chroma key function with media and graphics. How does SMARTKEY work? Input signals from the cameras, from up to 4 chosen video inputs in the RECKEEN 3DSPRO system are sent to chroma keying function. SMARTKEY function integrates a result from chroma keying with chosen video clip or still graphics.

Chosen video clip or graphics is placed as a background layer. Additional feature includes automatic movement of background graphics to intensify visual dynamic of created scene. On such background, a layer with a talent, generated by a chroma key, can be placed at. In that way, we can obtain four new media streams – SMARTKEY channels, which can be placed directly inside RECKEEN 3DSPro virtual studio, or sent to external SDI outputs.

STILL EDITOR & NewBlue™ TITLERS

Create text panels and graphic compositions. Edit the text during broadcast

Our Still Editor application allows you to create text panels and aesthetically impressive compositions in the form of graphic files with images and texts, such as news tickers. Texts can also be edited during broadcast, in real-time, without the need to go back to the application – this way you can place a text panel with a new content live on-air immediately.

For even more impressive text panels, we’ve partnered with NewBlue® – their titling solutions will not only stun your audience and bring your production to the next level, but will bring more efficiency and into your work, and improve workflow. You can now connect NewBlue® products with RECKEEN 3DSPro via NDI connection – an easy way to amazing results!

CAMERA SIGNALS’ KEYING OPTIONS

Each of the signals from the cameras can be keyed with independent, user-defined chroma keys (upstream keys). You have the choice of three keying modes:

CHROMA KEY

UPSTREAM KEY

This mode allows you to accurately configure keying properties. It is a 6-step process with a wizard feature, that gives you a detailed description of each step, to help you achieve the best results.

SIMPLE CHROMA KEY

SIMPLE UPSTREAM KEY

This simplified mode generates most of the keying settings automatically, on the basis of algorithms analysing the image. A user sets up the key using only 3 sliders, which makes it easy, quick, and perfect for less experienced users.

LUMA KEY

LUMA UPSTREAM KEY

Luma keying is based on the levels of signal’s luminance readings. This mode includes extensive panel of keying configuration options, from white balance, through cut-off levels, to post-production effects.

3D STUDIO WIZARD

Make your own, impressive 3D scenography completely for free

3D Studio Wizard is an easy way to create your own, unique 3D scenography or a TV set using step-by-step guided application. Our free, rich in content and still growing library of 3D objects and decorations currently has over 700 items. Each item can be modified by changing texture and colour, which increases its creative potential even further. If that’s not enough, you can always import objects from any external graphic software, such as Maya, Blender, 3D Studio Max or Cinema 4D, or Microsoft Paint 3D, that is preinstalled at the RECKEEN system. The structure of 3D Studio Wizard allows even novice users to easily create 3D studios from scratch, providing you with unlimited possibilities to unleash your creativity, without spending a dime, because 3D Studio Wizard comes with our system completely for free!

3D STUDIO EDITOR

Edit and customise pre-existing sets: from furnishings, through textures, colours, to lightning

For even further convenience, we give you over 60 high quality, ready to use studio set designs for free! Choose your favourite scenography and start your production immediately. Sets include furniture, virtual monitors, space for talents, designed lightning and shadows. You can use them as they are or, using 3D Editor, you can customise each element to fit your needs. Add and remove furniture, change the position, size, colour and texture of each element, adjust the shadows, modify the lightning, add animated objects, and more. The editor doesn’t require to leave the production application, which is efficient, time-saving, and lets you make changes easily and quickly.

LIGHTS

There are few different types of lights available in our virtual studio: Ambient, Directional, Point and Spotlight. You can modify their parameters, turn them on and off, change their colour, intensity and position. This allows you to change the appearance of the studio’s set design, lighten or darken it in order to change its character and ambience.

SHADOWS

RECKEEN 3DSPro system’s engine renders shadows in real-time using parameters from virtually generated lighting, using a dedicated algorithm. You can enable or disable a shadows generation function for each piece of studio’s equipment, and talents. The intensity of shadows can also be adjusted and customised. With this feature, you can achieve a whole new level of realistic reproduction of a real world in a 3D space.

REFLECTIONS

RECKEEN 3DSPro system renders real-time reflections on glossy surfaces. These reflections change accordingly to the position of virtual cameras, as well as objects’ and talents’ movements. Reflections are generated not only on static or flat surfaces, but also on any glossy textures on 3D animated objects.

ANIMATIONS

Animate any object within our virtual studio, or use imported rigged animations

Simple animations can be added to any 3D object in a virtual studio – application objects as well as imported ones. For more complex animations, you can import rigged animations from any external applications using FBX format.
The animations can be easily triggered from within the production screen.
For a realistic effect, reflections are added to any imported objects and animations.

VIDEO MIXER AND SWITCHER

RECKEEN 3D Studio application includes video mixer and switcher inside the production module screen. You can now control and manage productions using only a computer keyboard and a mouse.

For even more ease and convenience, we’ve designed VKey-100 control panel – a specially designed mixer and switcher keyboard with a multifunctional joystick, a T-bar equipped with contactless Hall Effect technology, and LED illuminated buttons for heightened visibility of control surface, which placements on the panel corresponds to the placements on the production module screen, for the clarity and efficiency of work.

MULTIVIEWER

RECKEEN’s system gives a user as much as 16 simultaneous preview windows, enabling efficient production of a live program. Given their functions, previews can be divided into three groups:

  • previews of input signals – camera, media and text inputs,
  • production previews – Preview and Program,
  • previews of virtual cameras – views of chosen Virtual Camera phases

Multiviewer located in the production screen allows you to efficiently manage your work in a virtual studio. Any changes are displayed in Preview windows instantly, with no extra time needed for rendering, providing a user with real-time view of a produced program.

For an easy and clear management during production and to ensure a complete comfort of work, Multiviewer can be displayed on additional monitors.

DSK (downstream key)

Graphics, news tickers, animated logos and other textboards are placed on the main signal as overlays called DSK (downstream key). RECKEEN 3D Studio system allows you to add up to two DSK signals simultaneously. Any kind of media can be placed as a DSK layer, a very useful way of using this function is a slideshow presentation – if a slideshow is made on a green background, this background will be keyed, leaving only graphics and text visible, which can truly enhance the look of your production, making it even more unique.

CONFIGURABLE TRIGGERS

To facilitate your work, you can combine several functions creating a command sequence that can be programmed to be executed using trigger banks. A trigger bank can be set off automatically with a single button. The functions are then triggered one after the other, making your work more efficient. Any function at our system can be triggered, which can be extremely effective for your workflow. There are 10 trigger banks available in the system.

An interesting addition to this function is a possibility to control slideshow presentations from within RECKEEN 3DSPro system.

STREAMING

Get even closer to your subscribers and followers with an easy, live streaming option!

Stream to any social media and broadcasting platform directly from RECKEEN 3DSPRO.

Use ready-made streaming profiles to popular platforms such as YouTube, Facebook, Twitch and many more, or choose custom settings to stream to any other platform of your choice.

New features in Reckeen 3D Studio the version 1.4.21650

The list of the most important new features in 1.4.21650 version of the Reckeen system along with their short description.

Advance Chroma Key improvement

The new version of the Chroma key adds new functionalities:

  • Colour picker – specific colour selection is now possible in Advance Keyer,
    Pick colour – When you click on the button Chrominance Keyer below the highlighted Mode button , a window with a key settings opens up. Now the background color is selected with a probe. Clicking on the Pick color icon or on a color bar next to the icon, opens a window of a camera preview. Then, you have to select a location with a cursor and click there. The program will automatically sample the color as the background color and present it in the color box next to the probe icon.
  • Alpha Curve parameter – additional parameter to control shape of alpha curve
    Alpha Curve – Chroma key new slider. This new function adjusts the slope of this straight line to add (or subtract) an additional range of colours to a range of non-transparent colours. That way, the range of colours, that are similar to the background colour on which the object is located, will not be cut out by the mask. Additionally, this action highlights the details of the object, i.e. hair tips or areas on the edges of the clothes.

Simple Key improvement

  • Shrink option added – same option like in Advance Key
    Edge Correction is an additional correction that improves the keying quality. The Shrink function is responsible for reducing the object’s contour by softening it.
    This is especially important for certain types of cameras, image from which can produce a white line around the object. It is possible to remove it with the Shrink function. You can also use it in the cases where keying is difficult in some places, due to the properties of the object’s edges or lighting.

Start stage of animation selection

  • User can select start stage of animation (before was always “Intro” now can be set also to “Maintain” or “Outro”)

Trigger configuration button

  • Trigger configuration button – shortcut button to trigger config.

Embedded animation selector added

  • Embedded animation selector added – sub-animation selection is possible in 3D Scene Editor (if 3D object contains embedded animations created by designer)

Sub-animation selection in Advance Animation Trigger.

  • Sub-animation selection in Advance Animation Trigger.

Wait for Trigger Function Key

  • Wait for Trigger Function Key – new command which allows waiting until user press again proper Fn, trigger button.

System buttons and dialogs internationalization

  •  System buttons and dialogs internationalization (translated to Chinese and other languages).

Basic objects (non PBR) conversion to PBR (Physical Based Rendered)

  • Basic objects (non PBR) conversion to PBR (Physical Based Rendered). Converts simple one-texture material to PBR by adding default specular map.

Issue fixed

  • Thumbnail issue fixed.