WATCHOUT USER'S GUIDE

Welcome to Dataton WATCHOUT®, the leading multi-display production and playback system. With WATCHOUT, you can create and present stunning shows combining images, video, lighting, 3D and interactivity. Use it with projectors for large, seamless images and projection-mapping, or hook it up to monitors, video walls or LED displays for other creative screen arrangements.

About this user's guide

This manual refers to WATCHOUT version 6 and is divided into the following parts:

• An introduction to give you the big picture. Start here if you’re a new user or just having your first look at WATCHOUT. You’ll also find basic instructions on how to install the program and configure your computers.
• A reference section, describing all windows, menus, commands and other details. Refer to this section to learn more about specific functions.
• A number of appendices with additional information related to particular areas of the product, such as live video inputs and external control protocols.

Get WATCHOUT

This manual refers to WATCHOUT version 6. The latest version of the software is available for download on Dataton's website: www.dataton.com/downloads

Legacy versions are listed here: www.dataton.com/downloads/watchout-legacy-downloads

User resources

Join the WATCHOUT forum! By users and for users, this invaluable resource features thousands of (searchable) posts all about WATCHOUT. Sign up now: forum.dataton.com

Visit the Knowledge Base for some FAQs.

If you have an issue and need to contact the support department, please visit the Help Center and submit a support ticket!

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Document number: 3955/6.7 Dataton, the Dataton logo, WATCHOUT and WATCHPAX are registered trademarks of DATATON AB. All other company and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Use of a term in this publication should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark.

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, Dataton assumes no responsibility for any inaccuracies or errors in this manual or the products described. In no event will Dataton be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect or omission in this manual, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. The technical information contained herein regarding features and specifications is subject to change without notice.

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