In vMix, graphics placed on top of other sources are known as Overlays. This will cut or take the input directly to output without any transitions. Press the number of the input on the Program row that you want to assign to the Program or Output. Press the number of the input on the Preview row that you want to assign to Preview.

Inputs can be dragged and dropped in vMix to position the most frequently used sources for use by the control surface. The Control Surface provides access to the first 12 inputs. These correspond to numbers on the Overlay, Program and Preview rows on the Control Surface. The Control Surface uses an industry standard cross point layout consisting of Preview, Program and Overlay keys.Įach input in vMix has a number next to the input name. If you plug the unit in while vMix is running, you may need to restart vMix to recognize the Control Surface is connected. When using the Control Surface, it must be plugged in prior to opening vMix in order to be recognized. The lights should flash briefly indicating the unit is receiving power over the USB connection. Plug in USB cable from vMix Control Surface to Computer. VMix Control Surface is compatible with all installations of vMix version 15 and beyond. Once installed, verify you have the latest version of vMix. Run the installer and accept the prompts to install. The following is a User Guide that describes the capabilities of each of the buttons and controls. VMix Control Surface is an optional hardware control surface for vMix that connects via USB. This documentation is for reference by existing users only. NOTE: The Control Surface is no longer available.

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