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how it works
who we are
Dataton has a solid track-record of serving the pro-AV industry – since 1973!
2020
20 Years of WATCHOUT
WATCHPAX 20A presented
WATCHOUT 6.6 release
2019
WATCHPAX 60 launch
WATCHOUT 6.4, 6.5 release
WATCHPAX 40 presented
2018
Dataton previews real-time motion tracking integration, and wins the award for Best Concept Product
Commercial Integrator BEST Award, AV Technology Award,
AV Awards finalist
2017
WATCHPAX 4 and WATCHOUT in Guinness World Record installation
WATCHPAX 20 launch
2015
WATCHOUT 6 release
WATCHOUT wins "AV Technology Best of Show" award
2013
Dataton moves into new, purpose-built headquarters in Linköping, Sweden
2012
First Dataton media server presented: WATCHPAX
Launch of the Dataton Academy!
1999
WATCHOUT, world’s first multi-display production and playback system is launched!
1990
Dataton launches TRAX and SMARTPAX: TRAX is the first Mac-based control software for the entire room and visuals
1986
First export sales (to France) and debut of MS-DOS program for multi-image control, MicSoft
1978
Dataton gets into slide projector control, with PAX series of controllers and handheld multi-image programming units
1973
Dataton is founded by Björn Sandlund (also the current owner)
The first product is a modular synthesizers
GET WATCHOUT
In a hurry? The latest version of WATCHOUT
multi-display production and playback
software is just a couple of clicks away.
Current version: 6.6.1, released March 26, 2020.
OUR PRODUCTS
WATCHPAX 60
High-performance media server range available in three models, all with redundant power supply.
- 4 x 4K playback with additional 8 x bi-directional SDI in model C
- L 335 mm x W 448 mm x H 90 mm; 10 kg
- Tabletop, rack mount (with rails), stackable
WATCHPAX 40
Notebook-sized media server offering a four-channel output configuration, EDID emulation, smart restore/reset.
- 4 x 4K playback
- L 276 mm x W 214 mm x H 22 mm; 3 kg
- Tabletop, rack mount (2 units together), stackable
WATCHPAX 20A
Pocket-size media server, perfect when space is limited or for mounting next to displays.
- Up to 2 x UHD (4K) playback depending on content and setup
- L 127 mm x W 127 mm x H 22 mm; 450 g
- VESA compatible
WATCHOUT
Go create! In WATCHOUT you can orchestrate stills, animations, graphics, video, 3D UV maps, sound, text and live feeds into a single impressive show for playback on multiple display areas, edge-blended, mapped, or in an array of your choice. WATCHOUT has a rock-solid reputation when it comes to performance, reliability and flexibility backed by a 20-year track record.
NEWS
Hako: projection design workshops
Looking for inspiration in these challenging times? World-renowned BARTKRESA studio is inviting accomplished artists with an interest in projection mapping to participate in a series of free remote projection design workshops and a global exhibition! Meet Hako…
Special offer on upgrades and license keys
Still got old keys kicking around? Or thinking of building WATCHOUT servers? Now's the time to do it! We're currently offering great discounts on WATCHOUT version 6 upgrades and new license keys.
Follow the link to find out more – Step up to WATCHOUT 6!
Giant WATCHOUT projection-mapping wins award
The Adiyogi Divya Darshanam project for the Isha Foundation Yoga Centre is the proud winner of Mondo*dr Award in the House of Worship category. Read more about how WATCHOUT and WATCHMAX servers were implemented in projection mapping the world's largest bust statue here!
TechTalks online now!
Got some time over? Watch these TechTalks from ISE 2020, online now:
Building fully automated redundancy for WATCHOUT in advanced fixed installations
Presenters: Lluís Badosa and Rainer Beddig
Connect, control, deliver – NDI® essentials and NewTek meets WATCHOUT
Presenter: Liam Hayter, NewTek
Using WATCHOUT in teaching applications
Presenter: Michael Buchberger, Angelica Cederin
WATCHOUT 6.6.1 OUT NOW
We’ve just released WATCHOUT 6.6.1. This release includes a number of fixes, mainly concerning playback of live and H.264 video. Version 6.6 included a major version update of NewTek NDI® (4.1), significant improvements in audio latency and playback, and enhancements for working with real-time tracking.
Meet WATCHPAX 40
Meet WATCHPAX 40! This media server with a compact footprint offers four times 4K playback and built-in EDID emulation for smoother setup of WATCHOUT shows. Easy to install, deploy and transport. More info here!
20 Years of WATCHOUT
Calling talented WATCHOUT show creators worldwide… We're celebrating 20 years of WATCHOUT with an ongoing competition in 2020! We look forward to hearing from you and showcasing the winning projects during 2020.
Northern lights with WATCHOUT
Medieval stained glass and 21stcentury technology united in Northern Lights, the sell-out sound and light installation by The Projection Studio team. Read more…
