Resolume Avenue

By Alec Johnson

December 1, 2025

About this collection

This collection comprises comprehensive documentation for Resolume Arena/Avenue, professional VJ and video mixing software. The documents cover the complete interface architecture—from fundamental building blocks (clips, layers, decks, compositions) to advanced features (groups, autopilot sequencing, masking, crossfading). Key themes include: **organizational hierarchy** (clips within layers within decks within compositions), **blending and compositing workflows** (multiple blend modes, alpha channels, layer stacking), **automation capabilities** (autopilot with beat-synced triggering, column actions, clip sequencing), and **interface customization** (multi-monitor setups, panel layouts, color coding). The documentation emphasizes practical VJ workflow—triggering content, mixing layers, applying effects, and managing performances. Notable features include BPM synchronization, fader start functionality, persistent clips across decks, and Wire integration for custom patches. The collection serves as both a reference manual and tutorial guide, covering everything from basic clip triggering to complex automated sequences and multi-screen output configurations.

Curated Sources

Support – Resolume

Resolume Arena's recording function captures composition output or advanced output to disk without interrupting video output. Users can configure recording settings through the Preferences window and Record Panel, controlling source, media type, and output format. The feature supports various recording presets, including Quicktime with DXV3 codec and uncompressed WAV audio. Recording can be manually controlled or automated based on time or BPM. The system is capable of handling high-resolution recordings, including 4K and beyond, depending on hardware capabilities.

Key Takeaways

The recording function in Resolume Arena allows for flexible capture of composition output without interrupting video output.
Users can customize recording settings through the Preferences window and Record Panel to suit their needs.
The system supports high-resolution recordings, including 4K and beyond, making it suitable for demanding video production tasks.

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The Clip Renderer in Resolume allows users to render high-quality clips for use within the software or for sharing with others. It differs from the Record function as it renders a single clip at a time, offline, and with precise control over frame rate and resolution. To render a clip, users can right-click on it and select 'Render to File' or drag it to the queue panel. The renderer works at the composition resolution and frame rate, which can be adjusted in the composition settings. Clips are rendered according to their individual speed settings, and only clips with Transport set to BPM Sync or Timeline can be rendered. The Clip Renderer has limitations, such as not being able to render live inputs or audio-only files. Users can customize rendering settings in the preferences, including file output directory, codec, quality, and audio settings.

Key Takeaways

The Clip Renderer provides high-quality offline rendering of individual clips in Resolume, allowing for precise control over output settings.
Key differences between Clip Renderer and Record function include rendering single clips versus entire output, offline versus live rendering, and precise control over frame rate and resolution.
Customization options for rendering include composition resolution and frame rate, codec selection (e.g., DXV, MotionJPEG, ProRes), and quality settings (high or normal, with or without alpha channel).

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The Transform effect in Resolume Arena automatically applies to clips, layers, groups, and compositions, allowing adjustments to position, scale, rotation, and anchor point. The Transform Widget enables direct manipulation in the monitor, while multiple transforms can be applied as effects in the effect chain. Slice Transform, available in Resolume Arena, allows content to be placed in specific slices within screens configured in Advanced Output, with options for scaling, orientation, and masking. Users can save Transform settings as presets for quick access to frequently used configurations. The Slice Transform effect works with various slice types and respects input masks, with features like Fill, Fit, and Stretch scaling modes, as well as Bypass, Solo, and Delete options for managing content in individual slices.

Key Takeaways

The Transform effect is fundamental to Resolume's content manipulation, applying automatically to various elements and allowing detailed adjustments.
Slice Transform extends this capability by integrating with Advanced Output configurations, enabling precise control over content placement across multiple screens and slices.
The ability to save Transform settings as presets streamlines workflow by providing quick access to commonly used configurations.
Multiple Transform effects can be applied in sequence, allowing complex content manipulation and blending with adjustable opacity and blend modes.

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Resolume can play still images in various formats including .png, .jpg, .jpeg, .tiff, and .tif files. Still images can be played back in Timeline or BPM Sync mode, with duration set in seconds or beats respectively. The duration setting affects Auto Pilot actions and animated parameters. Resolume also supports image sequences by loading sequentially named images from a folder. Performance may be affected when playing high-resolution images, so conversion to DXV encoded movie files is recommended for fast triggering. Stills can also be used as masks or guides in Advanced Output.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's still image playback is affected by mode and duration settings, impacting Auto Pilot actions and animated parameters.
Image sequences can be played by loading sequentially named files from a folder, but performance may be improved by converting to DXV encoded movie files.
Deferred loading allows loading multiple stills without excessive RAM usage, but may cause hiccups when triggering high-resolution images.

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Resolume supports NDI protocol for sending video between computers over a network. NDI inputs are always enabled, allowing multiple simultaneous connections as long as network bandwidth permits. Output can be configured through the Output Menu or Advanced Output in Resolume Arena, allowing control over dimensions, bit-depth, and color space. NDI camera PTZ control is also supported. Common issues include network adapter selection and IP mismatches, which can be addressed through manual IP configuration and NDI Access Manager.

Key Takeaways

NDI enables video sharing between different computers and devices on the same network without extra hardware.
Advanced Output in Resolume Arena allows for customized NDI output with warping and selective composition sending.
Network configuration is critical for NDI performance, requiring manual IP setup and potentially disabling Wifi to prevent bandwidth issues.
NDI Access Manager can help resolve network adapter selection limitations in the NDI protocol.
IP mismatches between computers can cause NDI connection issues, requiring manual IP configuration in the same range.

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Resolume Arena uses Syphon (Mac) and Spout (PC) texture sharing tools to route application output between programs on the same computer. Syphon and Spout input are always enabled in Resolume, allowing users to add external sources to decks like live inputs. Resolume broadcasts its main output when Syphon or Spout is enabled via the Output Menu. The Advanced Output feature in Resolume Arena allows for further control over Syphon, Spout, and NDI outputs, treating them like separate physical screens for warping output or selecting composition parts to send. Users can change output width and height as desired. Resolume's main output identifies itself with specific App Name and Server Name for applications that don't auto-detect broadcasting servers.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's Syphon/Spout integration enables multi-application workflows by sharing texture outputs.
Advanced Output feature provides granular control over output configuration and processing.
Resolume identifies its output with specific App Name and Server Name for compatibility with other applications.

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Resolume supports live video inputs from webcams and capture devices. Webcams and USB-connected devices appear automatically in the Sources tab. Capture devices convert video signals from HDMI, SDI, or composite cables into usable pixels. Resolume has native support for Blackmagic, Datapath, and AJA devices, providing maximum quality with minimal latency. Native support allows multiple devices and inputs to be used simultaneously. Settings for capture devices can be automatic or manual, depending on the device's capabilities. Troubleshooting tips include checking the manufacturer's software and ensuring exclusive access to the capture device. Magewell devices are supported via DirectShow or AVFoundation but lack native support due to SDK limitations.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's native capture support for specific devices like Blackmagic and AJA reduces latency and improves quality.
Using capture devices with Resolume requires matching capture settings to the source's resolution, color space, and framerate for proper functionality.
Troubleshooting capture device issues involves checking the manufacturer's software and ensuring no other applications are accessing the device.
Magewell devices are supported through system capture methods but await native support pending a unified SDK from the manufacturer.
Latency in capture devices varies based on connection type, resolution, and hardware, with PCIe and Thunderbolt connections offering lower latency.

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LUTs (Lookup Tables) are files used for color correction in video editing software like Resolume Arena, Avenue, and Wire. They can be applied to clips, layers, groups, or compositions to change their color grading. Resolume comes with pre-installed LUTs, and additional ones can be found online, both free and paid. In Arena and Avenue, LUTs are treated as effects and can be adjusted using opacity and blend modes. Wire has three LUT-related nodes: LUT, LUT 3D Resource, and LUT 3D In, allowing for various applications including color grading of colors. Resolume only supports .cube LUT files and has copyright protection on its pre-installed LUTs.

Key Takeaways

LUTs are essential for color correction in Resolume products, allowing for creative control over video content.
Resolume Wire offers advanced LUT functionality through its three dedicated nodes, enabling complex color grading operations.
The software supports .cube files exclusively for LUT import, limiting compatibility with other LUT formats.

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Blend modes in Resolume control how video layers interact and combine. Various modes are available, including General, Darken, Lighten, Contrast, Comparative, Composite, and Transition modes. General modes like Alpha and Cut handle basic layering. Darken modes (Darken, Multiply, Burn) create shadows and deepen tones. Lighten modes (Lighten, Screen, Dodge) brighten images and create glowing effects. Contrast modes (Overlay, Soft Light, Hard Light) adjust image intensity. Comparative modes (Add, Subtract, Difference, Exclusion) use mathematical comparisons for complex layering. Composite modes (Luma Key, Luma is Alpha, Displace, 50Mask, RGB) handle advanced layering and masking. Transition modes create dynamic layer changes.

Key Takeaways

Blend modes are essential for controlling layer interactions in Resolume.
Different modes serve various purposes, from simple layering to complex effects.
Understanding these modes allows VJs to achieve specific visual effects and transitions.
Comparative and Composite modes offer advanced layering capabilities.
Transition modes enable dynamic changes between layers.

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Resolume is a video performance and live visual content creation software that allows users to manage various sources for their visual content. Sources can be loaded through the Sources Panel or created using quick search, and can be previewed by double-clicking. Once placed, source properties become available in the Clip tab, including duration, transform, and composite options. The duration of a source can be set in seconds or beats, depending on the playback mode, and is used for Autopilot sequences and rendering clips. Sources can be added to favorites for quick access. The Video Router allows users to route the output of a single layer or multiple layers into another layer, useful for complex projection mapping or displaying the same clip with different effects. Capture devices, such as webcams, can be used as input sources. NDI, Spout, and Syphon are virtual video patch cables that enable the transfer of video between applications.

Key Takeaways

The Video Router feature allows for complex layer management and effects processing.
Capture devices enable integration of external hardware into Resolume.
NDI, Spout, and Syphon facilitate video sharing between applications.
Source duration and playback mode are crucial for Autopilot sequences and rendering.
Favorites feature streamlines access to frequently used sources.

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Resolume supports various video formats including .MOV, .AVI, .GIF, .MP4, and .MPG/.MPEG files, with playback dependent on system codecs and compatibility with Windows' Movies & TV or Apple's Quicktime. The software offers advanced playback controls through the Transport section, including timeline manipulation, In and Out points, Speed and Duration adjustments, and BPM Sync for synchronizing video playback with music beats. Additional features include Direction control, various Playmodes (Loop, Ping Pong, Random, Play Once), Cue Points for quick navigation, and Beat Looper for automatic looping of video sections in sync with the beat.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's video playback compatibility is determined by system codecs and compatibility with native media players.
The Transport section provides comprehensive control over video playback, including speed, duration, and synchronization with BPM.
BPM Sync allows for beat-synchronized video playback, useful for live performances and DJ sets.
Advanced Playmodes like Random and Ping Pong offer creative effects for video manipulation.

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Resolume is a video and audio processing software that allows users to manipulate content using various effects. The software has over 100 built-in video effects and several audio effects, which can be applied to compositions, groups, layers, or individual clips. Effects can be added using the Effects panel or quick search feature, and their parameters can be adjusted to achieve the desired output. The order in which effects are applied can significantly impact the final result. Resolume also supports the creation of presets, favoriting effects, and animating effect bypass switches. Additionally, users can add third-party plugins using VST and FFGL formats. Effects can be copied and pasted between different elements, and Effect Clips can be used to apply effects to multiple layers. The software allows for renaming and recoloring effects to organize them more efficiently.

Key Takeaways

The order of effects application significantly impacts the final output, allowing for creative experimentation.
Resolume supports both VST and FFGL plugins for expanded effect capabilities.
Effect Clips function similarly to Adjustment Layers in other Adobe software, enabling complex effect chaining.
Users can create and save presets for frequently used effect configurations.
The software allows for extensive customization and organization of effects through renaming and recoloring.

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The note panel in Resolume allows users to write down information such as line-ups, time tables, and phone numbers. To enable it, users navigate to the view menu and select 'show notes'. The panel offers features like text color selection, font size adjustment using the double-T icon, and integration with other Resolume tools like the clip time panel and monitor layouts to create monitoring setups for directors and managers. This makes it a useful tool for organizing information during events or performances.

Key Takeaways

The note panel is a versatile tool for organizing various types of information during events or performances.
Its integration with other Resolume features enables the creation of powerful monitoring setups.
Customization options like text color and font size enhance user experience.

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The Clip Time Panel in Resolume displays system time and clip duration or remaining time, useful for tightly scripted shows. To access it, navigate to the view menu and select 'Show Clip Time'. The panel can be customized by clicking on the cogwheel to enable or disable clocks. Clicking on the time display switches between duration and remaining time, indicated by a minus symbol. The feature is particularly handy for synchronizing timing in live performances.

Key Takeaways

The Clip Time Panel enhances timing synchronization in live performances by displaying both system time and clip duration or remaining time.
Customization options allow users to tailor the panel's display to their specific needs.
The feature is particularly useful for tightly scripted shows where precise timing is crucial.

Support – Resolume

The document provides a comprehensive list of keyboard shortcuts for a video editing software, version 7.22, categorized by different sections such as General, Arena & Avenue, Wire, and Output. It details shortcuts for both Windows and Mac operating systems, covering various functions like composition, clips, envelope editor, advanced output, and node management. The shortcuts are organized into tables for easy reference, with explanations for specific actions like selecting multiple clips, nudging keyframes, and managing nodes in the Wire interface.

Key Takeaways

The document is a reference guide for users of a specific video editing software, focusing on keyboard shortcuts to enhance productivity.
It covers a wide range of functions across different modules of the software, including composition, clip management, and node handling.
The inclusion of both Windows and Mac shortcuts makes it accessible to users across different platforms.
The detailed categorization and tabular format make it easy for users to find and learn specific shortcuts.
The document highlights the software's complexity and the variety of tasks that can be performed using keyboard shortcuts.

Support – Resolume

The Autopilot feature allows users to create automated sequences of clips in a VJ software. It can be enabled in the Composition Panel and controlled through various settings such as direction, duration, and looping. The direction setting allows users to play clips forward, backward, or randomly. The duration setting can be based on seconds, beats, clip transport, longest/shortest clip, or top/bottom clip. Looping can be enabled or disabled, and clip actions can be customized to perform specific actions when the Autopilot advances. Column actions can also be assigned to control the Autopilot's behavior. The Master Layer feature allows users to create advanced sequences by following a single layer. The priority of Autopilot settings is determined by the user, with clip settings overruling layer settings, and so on.

Key Takeaways

The Autopilot feature provides flexible automation options for VJ performances, including customizable direction and duration settings.
Clip actions and column actions allow for advanced sequencing and control over the Autopilot's behavior.
The Master Layer feature enables users to create complex sequences by driving multiple Autopilots from a single layer.

Support – Resolume

Resolume Arena, Avenue, and Wire allow users to customize their interface through color coding, panel hiding, and custom layouts. Users can right-click on clips, groups, and nodes to change colors, and hide or undock panels to create custom layouts. Multiple monitors can be created by duplicating existing monitors and configuring their outputs. Layouts can be saved as presets and stored as XML files, making it easy to transfer them between users and machines. The software offers various options for monitoring outputs, including composition, preview, and crossfader mix. Users can also choose how to handle opacity in monitors.

Key Takeaways

Customization options in Resolume enhance user experience and productivity
Multiple monitor support allows for complex video performance setups
Layout presets enable easy switching between different configurations
Color coding and panel management help organize complex workflows

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Resolume is a video performance and production software that allows users to create complex compositions by arranging content and layers, applying effects, and automating various aspects. The composition settings include options for naming, describing, and setting the resolution and frame rate of the composition. The frame rate can be set to auto, which syncs with the monitor's refresh rate, or manually limited to a specific value. The bit depth can be switched between 8 and 16 bits per channel for higher color fidelity. The interface includes controls for previewing, ejecting content, bypassing output, and adjusting master opacity, speed, and audio volume. The crossfader allows for blending between two buses of layers, with options for blend mode, behavior, and curve. Global direction controls enable changing the playback direction of all clips simultaneously. Trigger options can be set for all clips in a composition, overriding individual clip settings.

Key Takeaways

The composition settings in Resolume allow for precise control over the output, including resolution, frame rate, and bit depth, which are crucial for achieving the desired visual quality.
The crossfader is a powerful tool for live performances, enabling smooth transitions between different layers and groups, but requires careful layer ordering to function correctly.
The global controls for speed, direction, and trigger options streamline the performance process, allowing for real-time adjustments and overrides of individual clip settings.
Understanding the interaction between composition settings, layer ordering, and crossfader configuration is essential for achieving the intended visual effects and avoiding unexpected results.
The software's flexibility and customization options make it suitable for both live performances and complex video productions, but require a good understanding of its features and limitations.

Support – Resolume

Resolume allows users to manage videos, images, and audio files through decks, which are collections of clips. Decks can be created, renamed, and organized by theme, color, or type. Clips can be added to decks by dragging and dropping files from the operating system or using the built-in browser. Clips can be arranged within decks, copied, or removed. Decks can be added to compositions, and master compositions can be used to store pre-organized content for easy access during performances. Users can also use color coding to mark decks and access the deck menu to manage open and closed decks.

Key Takeaways

Effective deck management is crucial for organizing content in Resolume and ensuring a smooth performance.
Master compositions can be used to store pre-organized content for easy access during performances.
Clips can be arranged within decks by theme, color, or type to facilitate content selection.
Decks can be color-coded to enhance organization and visibility.
The deck menu provides quick access to open and closed decks, allowing for efficient management.

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Resolume's group feature allows users to combine multiple layers into a single entity, enabling unified control over effects, transformations, and playback. Groups function as sub-compositions with their own controls, including trigger, speed, and playback buttons. Layers within a group blend together before being composited into the main timeline. The group feature includes functionality like folding, blending modes, and routing to slices in Advanced Output. Key limitations include inability to nest groups or route layers outside the group to external Layer Routers. Groups default to Alpha blend mode with 100% opacity and can be used to simplify complex compositions.

Key Takeaways

Groups in Resolume function as sub-compositions with independent controls
Layer blending occurs within the group before composition
Groups cannot be nested or cross-referenced with external layers
Group blending mode is bypassed when routing to slices

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Resolume's layer management system allows users to create complex compositions by stacking multiple layers. The software provides various blending modes, including Add, Darken, and Dodge, to combine layers. Users can control layer opacity, audio, and video properties. The system includes features like Auto Pilot for automated clip playback, layer transitions, and masking. Layers can be organized, duplicated, renamed, and removed as needed. The guide explains how to use these features to create dynamic visual compositions.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's layer system enables complex compositions through stacking and blending multiple layers.
The software offers various blending modes to achieve different visual effects.
Features like Auto Pilot and layer transitions enhance automated playback and visual dynamics.
Layer masking allows for precise control over layer visibility and interaction.

Support – Resolume

Resolume is a VJ software that uses clips as its core content. Clips can be videos, images, audio files, or live sources. They can be loaded into compositions through dragging and dropping files or using the files panel. Clips can be triggered manually or automatically using features like Auto Pilot, which allows for playback of different clips when the current one finishes. Various trigger settings and styles are available, including Beat Snap, Clip Target, and Trigger Style, enabling control over how clips respond to triggers. Clips can also be manipulated through properties such as resizing, audio and video settings, and effects. Advanced features include Persistent Clips, which carry over between decks, and the ability to copy effects from one clip to another.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's clip management system is highly customizable with various trigger settings and styles.
The software allows for complex live performances through features like Auto Pilot and Beat Snap.
Clips can be manipulated extensively through properties and effects, enabling precise control over playback.

Support – Resolume

Resolume is a video performance software that uses various components to create and control visual content. A Clip contains media like video, images, or audio, and has settings that affect playback. Clips are organized into Layers, with only one clip per layer playable at a time. Layers can be blended together and grouped into compositions. A Composition is a complete Resolume setup including clips, effects, and parameter settings. Compositions are divided into Decks for easy access to clips. Effects can be applied to compositions, layers, groups, or individual clips to alter their appearance or sound. Parameters control various aspects of Resolume elements, such as playback speed or blend mode. Shortcuts using MIDI, OSC, or keyboard inputs can be assigned to parameters for easier control. Patches are custom plugins created with Resolume Wire that add functionality to the software.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's structure is based on a hierarchical organization of Clips, Layers, Groups, and Compositions, allowing for complex video performances.
The software offers extensive control through Parameters and Shortcuts, enabling precise manipulation of visual elements.
Effects and Patches enhance the software's capabilities, providing additional creative possibilities for users.
The division of Compositions into Decks facilitates quick access to different clips during performances.
Resolume's terminology is specialized, indicating a professional or advanced user base.

Support – Resolume

Resolume is a VJ software that allows users to create and mix video clips with effects. The software comes with an example composition and has a user interface with various controls and tabs. Users can trigger clips, mix them together, and apply effects to create a unique visual experience. The tutorial guides users through the process of running the application, triggering clips, mixing layers, and applying effects. It explains how to control clip playback, adjust audio and video levels, and use effects to distort and manipulate video output. The tutorial also highlights the importance of synchronizing clips with the BPM setting and how to resynchronize them when needed.

Key Takeaways

Resolume's interface is designed to be intuitive, with clear controls for clip playback and effects manipulation.
The software allows for complex video mixing and effects chaining, enabling users to create sophisticated visual experiences.
Synchronizing clips with BPM is crucial for maintaining a coherent tempo, and users can resynchronize clips as needed.
The tutorial provides a comprehensive introduction to Resolume's features, setting users up for further exploration and creativity.
Users can build upon the example composition provided with the software to create their own unique content.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the specific bandwidth requirements and network configuration best practices for running multiple simultaneous NDI streams at 4K 60fps between Resolume instances?
How does the Clip Renderer's off-line rendering handle effects that depend on real-time inputs like Audio FFT or live capture devices, and what are the workarounds?
What is the exact render order and priority system when a clip has both clip-level effects, layer-level effects, group-level effects, and composition-level effects all applied simultaneously?
How do the different Alpha Type interpretations (Premultiplied vs Straight) affect the visual output when using DXV codec with alpha channel, and when should each be used?
What are the performance implications of using Groups with Slice Transform routing to Advanced Output screens versus using individual layers routed directly to screens?
How does Beat Snap quantization interact with BPM Sync transport mode when the global BPM changes mid-performance—does content re-sync or maintain phase?
What is the technical difference between using 50Mask blend mode versus creating a dedicated Mask Layer set to 'One Below', and when would each approach be preferable?
How does the Autopilot priority system resolve conflicts when Composition Autopilot, Group Autopilot, Layer Autopilot, and Clip Actions all specify different next-clip targets simultaneously?
What are the exact codec and quality trade-offs between recording with the Record function versus rendering with the Clip Renderer for creating loopable content?
How does Resolume handle color space and bit depth conversion when mixing 8-bit content, 16-bit content, and live NDI inputs (which may be in different color spaces) within the same composition?

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