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# PLAYDECK

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> PLAYDECK is professional Windows video playout software designed to manage and broadcast videos, graphics, audio, and live inputs across up to eight independent channels simultaneously. Developed for broadcasting networks, television stations, live event production companies, AV technicians, and media professionals, this solution provides high-performance media playback and automated ingest pipelines. The software natively supports high-resolution workflows up to 8K at 60 frames per second including full alpha channel device keying. To save valuable setup time and rendering costs during high-pressure live productions, the engine processes industry-standard heavy production codecs such as Apple ProRes, HAP, NotchLC, H.264, and HEVC/H.265 directly out of the box without requiring any prior file conversion. Signal routing is highly flexible, offering seamless native integration with broadcast hardware and protocols including Blackmagic Design DeckLink and UltraStudio cards, AJA Video Systems, Bluefish444, NewTek NDI, and extended Windows desktops. The specialized Studio Edition introduces advanced live recording features alongside real-time timeline editing, also known as edit-while-ingest, enabling technical directors to trim, cut, and export clips instantaneously while the system continues to record the master feed. Automation capabilities allow operators to control scheduled, manual, or remote playbacks with smart looping configurations. Audio configurations handle up to 32 audio channels with broadcast-compliant ITU 1770 loudness normalization. Built for international production crews and global deployments, the user interface comes equipped with native support for nine built-in languages, providing a reliable and intuitive layout for live productions, permanent facility installations, and studio environments.
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> Verdict: Rated \*\*\*\* by 0 users. Top-rated for **Overall Quality**.

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## About the vendor

- **Company**: PLAYDECK

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$35.00
- **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: PLAYDECK offers a flexible licensing structure tailored to live production needs, featuring Lite, Plus, and Studio editions designed for varying scales from local venues to high-end broadcasting. Key benefits include no long-term commitment options, perpetual one-time purchases, included backup licenses, and NGO/educational discounts. You can read more about the licensing options directly on the PLAYDECK platform.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: Chinese, English, French, German, Hindi, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Spanish
- **Available Countries**: Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Italy, Japan, Spain, United Kingdom, United States

## Features

- Closed Captions
- Content Library
- Content Management
- File Management
- Live Streaming Software
- Multimedia Support
- Presentation Streaming
- Screen Recording
- Template Management
- Video Archiving
- Video Editing
- Video Looping
- Video Management
- Video Streaming
- Video Support

## Integrations (2 total)

- Companion
- vMix

## Support Options

- Email/Help Desk
- FAQs/Forum
- Knowledge Base

## Category

- [Video Management Software](https://www.softwareadvice.co.uk/directory/4337/video-management/software)

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## Links

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