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Seance Changelog

What's new in Seance 3.0.1922

Feb 16, 2020
  • Bug fixes to sequential numbering.
  • Improved support for saving directly to a NAS.
  • UI Fixes including support for EI values when changing Image settings.
  • Fixed Chroma Gain issues with PH7 cameras.
  • Assorted small code improvements.

New in Seance 3.0.1921 (Feb 16, 2020)

  • Bug fixes to sequential numbering.
  • Improved support for saving directly to a NAS.
  • UI Fixes including support for EI values when changing Image settings.
  • Fixed Chroma Gain issues with PH7 cameras.
  • Assorted small code improvements.

New in Seance 3.0.1912 (Aug 10, 2017)

  • Addresses some bugs that people have reported.
  • Séance v3.0's latest "new feature" is Black Reference Assist. When enabled, Séance will warn you to perform a Black References on your Camera, if certain settings are changed. This feature is intended to make sure that you always get the best looking image, as often as possible.
  • This version also fixes some Preview issues with MacOSX 10.11.6.
  • Fixes have been performed on Preferences, Background Transcoding, amongst others.
  • Documentation has also been updated, as well.

New in Seance 3.0.1911 (Jul 26, 2017)

  • Bug fixes include:
  • 10Gb downloads from the Cinemag have been fixed. (This worked with 1Gb connections.)
  • Assorted UI fixes
  • Fixed ProRes downloads from the Cinemag.
  • New Feature:
  • Checksums! You can now enable a background checksum task, from Séance->Preferences menu. Click on the "File Settings" tab, and click on "Generate Checksum".

New in Seance 3.0.1908 (Jul 19, 2017)

  • Now includes 10G support for the VEO camera.
  • Fixes to downloading to different destinations
  • HD-SDI modes have been implemented.
  • Better support for Miro M320S LAB camera.
  • Primitive work being done on CineFlash/C-Fast cards. (Not complete, but the work has been started.)
  • Graphics performance tweaks.
  • Code simplification and cleanup underway.

New in Seance 2.0.1033 (Sep 24, 2016)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed remaining crash with 10Gb Ethernet.
  • Improved UI with better font usage.
  • Fixed minor discrepancies with Cine header creation and PH7 cameras.
  • Code optimizations carried over from Séance v3.0.
  • A small number of bug fixes and code cleanup.

New in Seance 2.0.1032 (Jun 2, 2016)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed issues when Extracting and Inserting a Cinemag.
  • Fixed UI to properly indicate the size of remaining Cinemag Storage.
  • Improved network timing accuracy.
  • Code optimizations carried over from Séance v3.0.
  • A number of bug fixes and code cleanup.

New in Seance 2.0.1031 (Feb 17, 2016)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Significant improvements to 10Gb download speeds.
  • Fixed issues with Timeline.
  • Code optimizations carried over from Séance v3.0.
  • Minor bug fixes and code cleanup.

New in Seance 2.0.1030 (Dec 9, 2015)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed support for Mac OS X 10.9.5.
  • Fixed issues with ProRes Transcoding.
  • Revamped code for Save Destinations.
  • Fixed issues with Flex and other PH7 cameras.

New in Seance 2.0.1029 (Nov 9, 2015)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Improved GT Hybrid A debayer for Flex4K camera.
  • Re-designed Timestamp downloading system.
  • Added a new Crash Reporter as well as Feedback panel.
  • Small fixes and improvements throughout Séance.

New in Seance 2.0.1028 (Oct 10, 2015)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed error with Tone Map creation, under specific circumstances.

New in Seance 2.0.1027 (Oct 10, 2015)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed crash with MacoSX 10.11 El Capitan.
  • Support for firmware v53 has been added, ensuring that ProRes and Audio shots do not crash Seance.
  • The UI has been modified to show which shots on the Cinemag are enabled. Disabled shots are now rendered as a grey icon.
  • Networking has been modified to improve IO with the camera hardware.
  • The Background Transcode process now disables power management, so the system will not go to sleep.
  • The GT Hybrid A debayer has been updated to refine the image a bit better.
  • Black Point has been fixed when transcoding to ProRes.
  • GT Hybrid A has also been modified to mitigate a repeating Green Channel pattern with the Flex4K.
  • Assorted fixes and improvements.

New in Seance 2.0.1026 (Apr 29, 2015)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed networking issue that would occasionally cause "Download Timestamp" stall.
  • Fixed a crash that would result in typing 0 into the Gamma field.
  • Added a Loop Playback menu item for continuous playback of a cine.
  • Fixed problem where a Cinemag would not be recognised in Séance if the Camera/Cinestation was playing back a Cine.

New in Seance 2.0.1025 (Mar 11, 2015)

  • Séance has a built in renderer for Apple ProRes MOV files. This renderer is enabled in Preferences. To see its status, select “CMD-T” on your keyboard or “Tools-Open Transcode Window” menu item.
  • Transcoding is done in the background, which will require 10Gig users to adjust throttle.
  • You can set a specific folder for ProRes renders.
  • Scaled Apple ProRes can be rendered at 1920x1080 or 1280x720.
  • Changing the FPS works properly with the Cinestation IV.
  • HD-SDI Playback from Phantom Device is now enabled on supported hardware.
  • The assorted Menus and Device settings for HD-SDI video out are now disabled, when a Cinestation IV is in use.
  • Downloads have had the networking fixed, where sometimes Séance would stall on Timestamps.
  • In and Out Points work properly.
  • Exposure Index popup menu has been removed from “Image” Inspector panel.
  • ToneMap panel has been re-build with a new UI. You can now select your Exposure Index as a ToneMap, rather than as a Gamma/Toe value.
  • Timestamp and Range Data is now populated in the header for Scientific uses.
  • Added support for more V-Series cameras with Cinemag support.

New in Seance 2.0.1024 (Oct 3, 2014)

  • Performance improvements for Thunderbolt MacPro users.
  • Fixed stalling on TB Mac Pro systems.
  • Fixed In / Out Point issues
  • Many other fixes.

New in Seance 2.0.1023 (Jul 28, 2014)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed Stuck Pixel correction code for some sensors.
  • Improved performance.
  • UI Fixes.
  • Added improvements for v1210/v1610 cameras.

New in Seance 2.0.1022 (Jun 21, 2014)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed Compressor 4.1.1 compatibility.
  • Fixed a broken link in documentation.
  • Added a default icon for Phantom Cine files in Finder.

New in Seance 2.0.1021 (Jun 20, 2014)

  • NEWS: Séance v2.0 has officially been released. All Séance v1.x users that has Support up to date, can upgrade.

New in Seance 1.1.2892 (Feb 17, 2014)

  • Fixed Downloading from Flex, directly, in Unpacked Mode.
  • Fixed a potential problem with ToneMaps.
  • Fixed a Debayer Issue with MacOSX 10.9 Mavericks and "Pixel Grouping" mode.
  • Fixed a "Sleep Mode" issue with MacOSX 10.9 Mavericks, while downloading.
  • Fixed garbage being displayed on ATI/AMD Graphics.
  • Assorted small fixes and improvements.

New in Seance 1.1.2878 (Dec 16, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed Hang/Crash when quiting Séance.
  • Fixed rendering issue with AMD/ATI Graphics Hardware.
  • Improved Color Processing performance.
  • Fixed issue when displaying camera serial number.

New in Seance 1.1.2857 (Oct 16, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed Hang/Crash when adjusting color.
  • Improved Startup when in HD-SDI mode.
  • Fixed crash when removing Cinemag.

New in Seance 1.1.2856 (Oct 14, 2013)

  • Fixes include:
  • Overhaul of Cine Preview system. Improved performance.
  • Improved Scaled Image rendering.
  • Eliminated potential OpenGL issue with NVidia Graphics.
  • Fixed Playback issues.
  • Fixed Actual Size preview.
  • Improved Battery Life for Laptops.
  • Fixed UI Rendering errors.

New in Seance 1.1.2848 (Sep 26, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Several small memory and threading fixes to improve stability.

New in Seance 1.1.2832 (Jul 17, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Improvements to Phantom 65 Memory Handling code.
  • UI Fixes.

New in Seance 1.1.2820 (Jul 9, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed issue with Phantom 65.
  • Fixed occasional crash with 10Gig connections.
  • Preferences is now deleted and rebuild if the "Defaults" button is used.

New in Seance 1.1.2796 (May 7, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Improved download speed over Ethernet and 10Gig Ethernet.
  • Save Destinations paths are properly refreshed when a path is added.
  • Save Destinations are updated properly, when changed.
  • Save Destination View will stick open (if desired), when the application is restarted.
  • Fixed Time Code dropframe problem.
  • Fixed Erase Cinemag issues.
  • Fixed keyboard shortcuts when using HD-SDI out view mode.
  • Default button now restores default settings saved in Cinemag.
  • Removed UI features that currently do not work.
  • Updated built in Help Manual (Help MenU).

New in Seance 1.1.2780 (Mar 16, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • Dixed UI issues with Mac OS X 10.7.5.
  • Fixed possible hang with 10Gig Ethernet.
  • Fixed network protocol commands that could cause Phantom Flex to crash.
  • Changed "Unpacked" cines so that they save as a Phantom HD. (needed for Davinci Resolve).

New in Seance 1.1.2775 (Mar 7, 2013)

  • New Features:
  • Added the ability to use the Reel Name as the Cine file name.
  • Added the ability to use Digit Padding for Cine Numbers in the file name.
  • Fixes Include:
  • Fixed code that causes the Phantom Flex (and other cameras) to crash.
  • Fixed onscreen rendering issues with Macbook Pro - Retina computers.
  • Fixed some minor memory leaks.

New in Seance 1.1.2769 (Feb 25, 2013)

  • Fixes Include:
  • The Main Control Window now is limited to a maximum size of 2000x1500. This is to prevent a crash.
  • The QuickTime ICC Profile can now be disabled in Preferences, if needed.
  • Stability Improvements and sanity checks are now in place.

New in Seance 1.1.2745 (Jan 25, 2013)

  • Preview now renders with a Rec709 Video ICC Profile (to match QuickTime)
  • It is strongly recommended that Phantom Cine Toolkit v3.1.2747 (or later) is used.
  • Stability Improvements and assorted small fixes.

New in Seance 1.1.2737 (Jan 19, 2013)

  • Fixed potential lock-up while downloading cine files.

New in Seance 1.1.2722 (Jan 19, 2013)

  • Fixed bug when saving a Cine.
  • Minor memory fixes.

New in Seance 1.1.2714 (Jan 19, 2013)

  • Speed Improvements for Gigabit and 10-Gigabit Ethernet.
  • Fixes to File Logging.
  • Improved UI for 10-Gigabit Speed Throttle.
  • Updated Help Manual (in Help Menu).
  • Improved Memory usage.
  • Fixed Cine Preview playback speed.