CorePlay Solo 1.4 FAQs

CorePlay 1.4 is the latest software update for CorePlay Solo, introducing network-based multi-unit control. Operators can monitor, control and distribute media across multiple CorePlay systems from a single RCS, improving operational efficiency and simplifying multi-server deployments.

• Centralised control of multiple CorePlay units from a single RCS
  
• Automatic discovery of CorePlay units on the network
• Live monitoring of connected units with thumbnail previews and playback data
  
• Media distribution to multiple CorePlay systems from a single interface

CorePlay 1.4 is particularly beneficial for:

• Operators managing multiple CorePlay systems within a single production
  
• Rental and staging companies deploying multiple playback units
• Technical teams operating playback systems across shared network environments

CorePlay 1.4 allows operators to connect to and manage multiple CorePlay units on the same network. The practical limit will depend on network performance and available resources.

Operators can quickly switch between connected CorePlay units from the same RCS interface, allowing efficient management of multiple playback systems during setup and operation.

Yes. CorePlay 1.4 displays discovered units with thumbnail previews and key playback information, allowing operators to monitor multiple systems and verify system status.

No. CorePlay 1.4 improves visibility and monitoring of multiple playback systems, but it does not introduce automatic failover functionality.

Backup systems should still be configured according to the redundancy strategy used in the production.

Yes. Operators can switch between connected systems in the RCS and control each unit individually.

Yes. Operators can view both primary and backup CorePlay systems from the same RCS interface, allowing them to verify that both systems are running correctly.

No. CorePlay 1.4 improves visibility and monitoring of redundant systems but does not change the underlying redundancy configuration used in a production environment.

In most cases no. CorePlay 1.4 automatically discovers CorePlay units on the network, reducing the need for manual IP configuration. In some network environments manual configuration may still be required.

CorePlay units must be on the same reachable network segment to be automatically discovered and managed.

If a system becomes unavailable it will no longer appear as active in the RCS interface. Once the system reconnects to the network it will be automatically discovered again.

CorePlay units must be reachable on the same network environment in order to be discovered and managed automatically.

If network segmentation or firewalls are present, manual configuration may still be required.

Yes. CorePlay 1.4 allows operators to distribute media to multiple connected CorePlay units from the RCS interface.

No. CorePlay 1.4 allows operators to distribute media to multiple units from the RCS. Operators should ensure the required media is deployed to each system used in the production.

Media transfers are queued and processed sequentially. Operators can initiate transfers to multiple systems and allow the system to distribute the media across the connected units.

Media transfers can be initiated from the RCS while systems are connected, though operators should follow standard production practices when modifying systems during a show.

CorePlay 1.4 is designed for CorePlay Solo systems.

Yes. Existing CorePlay projects remain compatible with the update.

No. CorePlay 1.4 improves the management of multiple CorePlay playback systems but does not replace high-end media server platforms designed for complex multi-server environments.

CorePlay 1.4 allows operators to monitor, control and distribute media across multiple CorePlay systems from a single RCS, simplifying workflows that would otherwise require managing several independent playback computers.Aquilon series is designed as a purpose-built platform for presentation systems. Hardware, operating system and software are optimized together for live production environments.

No. CorePlay 1.4 allows operators to control, monitor and distribute media across multiple CorePlay systems from a single RCS, but does not provide frame-accurate playback synchronisation between units.

Synchronisation between systems should continue to be managed using standard show control or production workflows.

No. CorePlay 1.4 focuses on multi-unit control and workflow improvements. Video playback capabilities and output behaviour remain unchanged.