Documentation Resources for GDTF
Posted June 25, 2024 ‐ 2 min read ‐ Categories: GDTF
Planning to Create and Share GDTF files? Here is a handy list of documentation resources.
Introduction
Start by registering a free account on the GDTF Share, this allows you to use the GDTF Fixture builder and also to join the GDTF Forum and ask questions.
GDTF Builder
👷 GDTF files are created in the free to use GDTF Fixture builder - a web based editor to create and modify GDTF files.
There are several documentation resources for the GDTF Builder:
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How to Create a GDTF Lighting Fixture YouTube video series from 2024.
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Introduction to the GDTF Builder YouTube video series.
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GDTF Builder manual describes creation of a GDTF file from start to the end.
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How to articles, describing dedicated topics in more detail, for example Wheels, Virtual channels or Prisms.
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Robe Knowledge Sharing (RKS) articles on the GDTF forum, describe particular domain knowledge to depth, for example basics on 3D positioning, orientation and rotations or 3D geometry preparations.
GDTF Share
🎁 The GDTF Share is a platform for the exchange of GDTF files. It provides a central repository, connected with a GDTF file editor, for upload, search and download of GDTF files, with powerful filtering and management system for users and GDTF files creators.
- GDTF Share manual - explains how to create a free account, how to navigate the GDTF Share and how to upload, manage and download GDTF files.
- How to Create an Account for the GDTF Builder and GDTF Share Tutorial YouTube video series.
Other resources for the GDTF Specification
💡 The GDTF Specification is the text of the DIN SPEC 15800:2022-02 also known as GDTF Version 1.2.
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GDTF Spec documentation on this server.
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GDTF Forum - ask questions about GDTF & MVR here
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FAQ - answers for questions frequently asked by manufacturers and entertainment professionals