ToolsOnAir Documentation · Version 2026

Just In Mac Lite
User Manual

Everything you need to install, configure, operate, and maintain ToolsOnAir's streamlined multichannel capture solution for macOS.

70 documented topicsSDI · HDMI · NDI capture workflows
Just In Mac Lite 2026 user interfacev.2026.x
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Start with the essentials

New to Just In Mac Lite? Follow the recommended path from system preparation to your first recording.

  1. 1Check requirementsQualified Macs, macOS, storage, and devices
  2. 2Install the softwarePrepare macOS and install the application
  3. 3Activate your licenseComplete online activation
  4. 4Configure channelsBuild and manage your capture setup
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Release Notes v.2026.x

Review version changes, fixes, and compatibility notes.

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Whats New v.2026.1

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What's New v.2026.x

Discover new capabilities and workflow improvements.

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READ ME v.2026.1

Read essential information before installing or upgrading.

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READ ME v.2026.0

Read essential information before installing or upgrading.

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Feature Comparison Just In Mac Lite/Just In Mac Pro v.2026.x

Compare the Lite and Pro feature sets for your capture workflow.

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System Requirements v.2026.x

Review supported Macs, hardware, video devices, codecs, and storage.

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Just In Mac Lite Getting Started v.2026.x

Install, activate, and prepare your first recording workflow.

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Features & Overview v.2026.x

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Supported Mac Models v.2026.x

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macOS Configuration (macOS Sequoia) v.2026.x

Configure capture channels, devices, presets, destinations, naming, and system settings.

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macOS Configuration (macOS Tahoe) v.2026.x

Configure capture channels, devices, presets, destinations, naming, and system settings.

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Supported Video Devices v.2026.x

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Supported Container & Codec Options v.2026.x

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Storage Systems v.2026.x

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Diagnostics Window ("Just In Mac Lite Status") v.2026.x

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Closed Caption Recording v.2026.x

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UHD Recording v.2026.x

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Daylight saving time v.2026.x

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ToolsOnAir REST API v.2026.x

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Software Installation and Update v.2026.x

Prepare macOS and install or upgrade the complete solution.

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User Interface v.2026.x

Learn every section and function of the Just In Mac Lite interface.

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Configuration Panel v.2026.x

Configure capture channels, devices, presets, destinations, naming, and system settings.

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Keyboard Shortcuts v.2026.x

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Performance Sheet v.2026.x

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Preference Pane and Stay Alive v.2026.x

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Video Hardware Setup Change v.2026.x

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Known Issues v.2026.x

Check current limitations and available workarounds.

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ToolsOnAir Error Codes/Messages Capture v.2026.x

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ToolsOnAir Support System v.2026.x

Collect diagnostics and prepare a ToolsOnAir support request.

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