Advanced Video Settings (Focus 4.1)

                                                  Advanced Video Settings in Panopto Recorder Version 4.1 and Higher

The Focus Recorder version 4.1 adds some new features to fine tune your video properties. It is not recommended to modify these settings unless you are experiencing problems with the resolution or quality of your primary video feed.

Before we begin, please remember to SAVE all settings in order to store the modified settings. If you do not click the SAVE button after making changes, the desired modifications will not be in effect.

With that in mind, we are now ready to start using the new advanced video settings.

To start, open the Panopto Recorder and click on the Settings tab at the top of the window.

After clicking this, you will proceed to the basic settings page.

If you are having resolution difficulties on your primary feed, the  "Prefer primary capture device capture resolution" section may be the source of the problem.

• This function is primarily used when you need to override the way a camera input is displayed in the Panopto recorder.  In most cases, the "Auto" selection will detect which setting is best. If you are experiencing problems with this setting, we recommended that you refer to your recording device's instruction manual to determine your device's standard resolution type.

• This is especially useful for capture devices that accept multiple video inputs. You will use this function to communicate the desired resolution between the capture device and Panopto Recorder.

• The enable video capture device property page will not work with all cameras. For example, DV or HDV cameras will not make use of this function. This feature is best used with webcams and capture cards/devices.

If all else fails and you still receive a blank video feed, disable the smart video capture resolution detection by un-checking the box. Remember to hit save.

To continue to the other features, click on the tab entitled "Advanced Settings."

The new feature on this page is "Enable video capture device property pages"

Check this box and hit SAVE in order to activate this feature. Then click back to the "Create New Recording" tab.

If you have a video source selected, you will see a new button with a wrench image inside of it. Clicking this button brings up the device property menu.

Modifying these settings is only recommended for advanced users.

After changing any of the settings on the slider (or checking any of the boxes in the "Auto" column) make sure you click "Apply" so the settings take effect.

The same instructions apply to the next tab titled "Camera Control"

This tab will modify other features of your camera as it is displayed through the Panopto Recorder. 

Once again, after changing any of the settings on the slider (or checking any of the boxes in the "Auto" column) make sure you click "Apply" so the settings take effect.

After clicking "Apply" click the "OK" button when you are finished to confirm the changes and return to the "Create New Recording" page.

Congratulations! You now know how to use the new advanced video settings!