Software Overview
zactrack uses different software applications
The zactrack Server is the brain of the zactrack system. This is where all of the processing is calculated. Even though the server has two softwares running on it they are installed together in the same update file.
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The zactrack CORE is where the networking information is processed. This includes the DMX, OSC, and PSN data.
The Tracking Server is where the communication between the anchors and trackers takes place. This is where the tracking data is processed.
The zactrack APP is the graphical user interface (GUI) giving you control of the zactrack CORE and Tracking Server all from one application.
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The tablet softwares only work on android based devices or Android emulators.
It is comprised of 3 parts: Live, Show Editor, and Analyzer.
Live is where any live components of the show are viewed.
Actor Status
Battery Levels
Anchor Connectivity
Fixture Status
Active Scene and Terrain
And more!
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The Show Editor is where the show is created. Any changes made in the Show Editor don't take place until a Show Upload is preformed. A few examples of what is done in the Show Editor include:
Calibrating Anchors
Patching Fixtures
Patching Actors
Creating Terrains
Setting Up Universes
And more!
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The Analyzer is where all of the network and radio connections within the software are monitored. If you don't see an analyzer tab at the top of your zactrack software follow these steps to enable it.
Press the 3 dots in the top right corner of the software
Go to System Settings
Expand the Client Settings Drop down menu
Check the box for Analyzer
Press Save
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Visit zactrack APP for more information.
To monitor the zactrack system and to be able to use any kind of device, the zactrack Web Monitor is the right tool.
Visit zactrack WebMonitor for more information.
The Autofunctions App is where zones are created for Dimmer, Focus, Iris, and Zoom when working with lighting fixtures.
This app is separate from the zactrack app and server software. Everything created in this app is imported and exported to and from the zactrack app.
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Visit zactrack Autofunctions fore more information.
Note
The tablet softwares only work on android based devices.
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The zactrack 3 app is the GUI for the zactrack Server. This is where the show is created and viewed. It is comprised of 3 parts: Live, Show Editor, and Analyzer.
The Autofunctions App is where zones are created for Dimmer, Focus, Iris, and Zoom when working with lighting fixtures.
It is a separate app from the zactrack app and the server software. Therefore everything created in this app is imported and exported to and from the zactrack app.