ShotPut Pro - Mac
The industry standard for offloading video, audio and photo files. A simple user interface and robust copy speeds make it indispensable for today's file-based workflows. Make multiple, verified copies from one source with ShotPut Pro - an essential tool for any professional's arsenal.
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| First 12 Months |
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| Automatic Renewal | $49.00 Annually |
| Pay As You Go | $60.00 Annually |
Powerful enough for professionals yet easy for beginners, ShotPut Pro offloads media quickly and provides confidence that the most important pieces of your project are secure.
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Preset Mode The traditional ShotPut Pro view, with the ability to create and save custom presets, leading to better automation and more time savings. |
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Presets Presets each have their user defined destinations, custom folder naming, and verification types. They can then be saved and shared for naming consistency. |
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Simple Mode Provides quick drag and drop capabilities to and from different locations. A perfect option if you're just starting out. |
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Job Details After completing a job, this view allows users to quickly see the source drives and destinations. Job progression and information is also displayed for quick access. |
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Pause/Resume Users have the option to pause a job and resume it at anytime. A great feature for when you need to pack up your gear and finish the offload later. |
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Reports Select MHL, PDF, TXT, and CSV reports or any combination of the four.
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PDF Reports Generate PDF reports with up to 10 thumbnail images, a custom logo, and metadata, then quickly view it without leaving the software for a visual inspection. Ideal for sharing with clients or colleagues. |
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Verification Choose from multiple verification options, including the newest XXHash, to fit any of your client's needs.
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Job History Access past reports using the job history page. Quickly look through metadata and report options for up to one hundred past jobs. |
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Aggregate Reporting Handpick a range of days or specific jobs from the Job History List and then generate comprehensive reports to share with your client and team, ensuring everyone gets the information they need. |
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OS Compatability: Ventura (macOS 13), Monterey (macOS 12), BigSur (macOS 11), macOS 10.15 & 10.14*
*ShotPut Pro will run on 10.14 but support is not offered for this version of macOS. The last build to be fully compatible with macOS 10.14 and earlier can be found here
CPU: Intel, M1, M2, and M3 silicon chip compatible
RAM: Minimum 4 GB | 16 GB of free hard-disk space recommended
Additional Notes:
Internet access required for automated product activation
This is a single CPU application (may only be used on one computer at a time).
Demo Limitations: 10 offloads within 30 days. Web access required.
10-13-2023 v2023.2.1
- Media Library updates
- Arri Image SDK 8.1.0
- Blackmagic RAW SDK 3.3
- RED R3D SDK 8.4.0
- Sony RAW SDK 4.1.0
- Added support for Alexa 35 HDE MXF files
- Added support for Sony Venice 8K files
- Included option to conduct media analysis prior to replication
- Included option to turn off media library cacheing
- Improved app logging
- Addressed issues with copying to exFAT drives on macOS 14.
7-20-2023 v2023.1.3 (Download Link)
- Fixes crash related to historical report generation
- Fixes crash related to Attatched Drives view
- Added option to right click to add preset destinations
6-29-2023 v2023.1.2
- Addresses a couple small bugs and UI Fixes
6-15-2023 v2023.1.1
- Added Aggregate reporting and the ability to re-analyze media
- Improved Codex HDE Support
- Added resetting of all auto-numbering within preset naming
- Various other bug fixes and improvements
1-18-2023 v2022.1.30 (Download Link)
- Fixed a bug which can report Arri Raw frame rate as 24 fps instead of 23.98
- Updated handling of pre-offload detection of corrupt ASCMHL seals
- Improved context reporting of source integrity failures
- Reimplemented ability to seal the output folder when generating MHL V1 seals
- Fixed ASCMHL xml formatting bug which was improperly handling multiple spaces in file path names that resulted in false seal corruption detection
- Updated the total time contained in the reports to reflect when the replication began instead of when the job was queued
- Fixed bug with some erred jobs prompting warning when closing app
- Fixed sporadic crash occurring when performing media analysis on non HDE Codex volumes
- Fixed issue where preset verification options were not properly overriding global settings
- Fixed issue importing older versions of existent ShotPut Pro Mac 2022.1 presets
11-9-2022 v2022.1.22
- Fixed issue where running the application for serveral hours would result in a crash
- Fixed issue with media analysis not for 10.15 devices
- Fixed bug where a job would not show as completed despite being finished
10-10-2022 v2022.1.20
- General UI bug fixes
- Stability Improvements
10-10-2022 v2022.1.16
- Added back job sequencing options
- Fixed a few bugs related to auto ejection of source drives upon job completion
- Fixed incorrect collision warning when offloading using a preset with no naming scheme
- Fixed bug when trying to generate media codex source volume
- Fixed approximate file size of items in reports not being consistent with finder's approximation
- Other UI bug fixed and improvements
9-21-2022 v2022.1.13
- Fixed invisible date and preset tokens on macOS 10.15 and earlier
- Reimplemented the ability to copy hidden files and directories
- Fixed a report bug which was always including notes even when not desired
- Fixed a PDF format bug that was listing some 4K footage as 3K
9-17-2022 v2022.1.11
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Fixed crash related to resetting Preferences
9-16-2022 v2022.1.10
- Improved cancellation and pause flow for media analysis
- Fixed displayed byte count disrepencies for resumed jobs
9-15-2022 v2022.1.8
- Fixed bug displaying thumbnails in report history view
- Added naming of job based on drive name when the "Card contents only" is selected
- Fixed failure to resume after pausing
9-14-2022 v2022.1.7
- Eliminated duplicate reports when outputting to a common reports folder
- Fixed a scheduling problem that can result in queued replication jobs beginning replication before verification occurs for active jobs
- Fixed a memory leak which can occur during verification when using cryptographic algorithms and very fast destination drives
- Addressed crashes experienced by some Codex VFS users
9-13-2022 v2022.1.6
- Fixed issue where Time Remaining and Time Elapsed were showing as swapped
9-12-2022 v2022.1.5
- Spanish localization updates
- Fixed bug preventing aborting jobs when an error occurs
- Fixed UI bug causing default report location to not be editable if path was very long
- Fixed some minor GUI related crashes
9-09-2022 v2022.1.4
- Fixed duplicate PDF thumbnails occurring with Canon XF and Sony XAVC formats
- Fixed PDF report notes spacing issue
- Added Job History information for raw volume folders (now displays metadata and thumbnails)
- Other UI bug fixes and improvements
9-08-2022 v2022.1.3
- Removed "Copy" prefix from auto generated job names
- Implemented automatic "Move to Applications folder" functionality
9-07-2022 v2022.1.1/v2022.1.2
- Faster offloads optimized for SSD workflows
- Streamlined interface and presets
- Implements ASCMHL seals
- Faster media analysis
- PDF reports now support up to 10 thumbnails
- Updated camera SDKs and includes support for Sony Venice
- Implements detailed live offload monitoring
- Added live drive speed monitoring
- Added XXHashH3-64, XXHashH3-128, and C4 checksum algorithms
- Added support for directory checksum generation
- Presets can now override app-level preferences
- Improved date formatting
- Added a pre-offload preset preview
- Notifications no longer rely on gmail
- Improved pause/resume functionality
- Added localization for Spanish and Simplified Chinese
- Improved job history
- Known Issues
- The auto updater in the 2021 version is having difficulty pulling the 2022 build. The build can be downloaded directly here
8-31-2021 v2021.2.6
- Streamlined media analysis routines to provide more responsive, faster report output.
- Updated RED SDK 8.0.4
- Updated RED video file details in PDF reports to display recorded frame rate rather than playback frame rate.
- Fixed bug that sometimes resulted in number of video files being reported as zero in PDF reports.
- Fixed bug that can cause 8K footage to be reported as 7K in PDF reports.
3-10-2021 v2021.2.1
- Fixed bug that can cause reports to stall on macOS 11
- Deprecated support for Imagine HQ mobile iOS status application
- Fixed failure under certain circumstances to generate preview thumbnails when uploading to Frame.io
2-16-2021 v2021.1.5
- Fixed a bug preventing emailing of reports to more than one recipient
2-9-2021 v2021.1.4
- Re-implemented credentialed-based login for macOS 10.11-10.14
- Fixed connections issues for Imagine HQ and demos on older operating systems
2-5-2021 v2021.1.1
- Updated to Arri SDK 6.2.3.1
- Updated login flow for activation
11-30-2020 v2020.2.3
- Added filtering of extraneous system volumes from the attached media list
- Updated RED SDK to version 8.0.0b1 (includes M1 updates)
- Updated Blackmagic SDK to version 2.1.b1 (includes M1 updates)
- Updated light mode coloring for macOS 11.01
10-27-2020 v2020.2.2
- Added macOS Big Sur (macOS 11) and silicone M1 compatibility
- Added preference to place MHL seal files as a sidecar or embedded sealed folder
- Updated task bar colors to be more visually appealing in both light and dark mode
- Fixed a reports bug that can cause media analysis to be done unnecessarily
- Fixed a report bug that was causing every dpx frame to be reported as a media volume
- Updated to Arri SDK 6.2.3.0
- Updated to RED SDK 7.3.4
- Updated to Blackmagic SDK 1.7
- Updated to Codex SDK 3.4.2
Optimizing Your On-Set Workflow
Software Solutions: ShotPut Pro V. 2022
Filmmaker U Interviews Imagine Products' COO Mark Hudgins
At NAB: IABM’s interview with Mark Hudgins
ShotPut Pro's Role in the Docuseries Bug Out
4 Tips to Improve Your Pre-Production Workflow
ShotPut Pro Represented at Iditarod 2022
New ASC-MHL Guidelines and Our Role
ShotPut Pro and TrueCheck applications selected for Netflix Production Technology Alliance
How Pre-Production is Changing
DESCRIPTION
Powerful enough for professionals yet easy for beginners, ShotPut Pro offloads media quickly and provides confidence that the most important pieces of your project are secure.
|
Preset Mode The traditional ShotPut Pro view, with the ability to create and save custom presets, leading to better automation and more time savings. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Presets Presets each have their user defined destinations, custom folder naming, and verification types. They can then be saved and shared for naming consistency. |
|
|
|
|
Simple Mode Provides quick drag and drop capabilities to and from different locations. A perfect option if you're just starting out. |
|
|
|
|
|
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Job Details After completing a job, this view allows users to quickly see the source drives and destinations. Job progression and information is also displayed for quick access. |
|
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Pause/Resume Users have the option to pause a job and resume it at anytime. A great feature for when you need to pack up your gear and finish the offload later. |
|
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Reports Select MHL, PDF, TXT, and CSV reports or any combination of the four.
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PDF Reports Generate PDF reports with up to 10 thumbnail images, a custom logo, and metadata, then quickly view it without leaving the software for a visual inspection. Ideal for sharing with clients or colleagues. |
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Verification Choose from multiple verification options, including the newest XXHash, to fit any of your client's needs.
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Job History Access past reports using the job history page. Quickly look through metadata and report options for up to one hundred past jobs. |
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Aggregate Reporting Handpick a range of days or specific jobs from the Job History List and then generate comprehensive reports to share with your client and team, ensuring everyone gets the information they need. |
FAQ
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
OS Compatability: Ventura (macOS 13), Monterey (macOS 12), BigSur (macOS 11), macOS 10.15 & 10.14*
*ShotPut Pro will run on 10.14 but support is not offered for this version of macOS. The last build to be fully compatible with macOS 10.14 and earlier can be found here
CPU: Intel, M1, M2, and M3 silicon chip compatible
RAM: Minimum 4 GB | 16 GB of free hard-disk space recommended
Additional Notes:
Internet access required for automated product activation
This is a single CPU application (may only be used on one computer at a time).
Demo Limitations: 10 offloads within 30 days. Web access required.
VERSION INFO
10-13-2023 v2023.2.1
- Media Library updates
- Arri Image SDK 8.1.0
- Blackmagic RAW SDK 3.3
- RED R3D SDK 8.4.0
- Sony RAW SDK 4.1.0
- Added support for Alexa 35 HDE MXF files
- Added support for Sony Venice 8K files
- Included option to conduct media analysis prior to replication
- Included option to turn off media library cacheing
- Improved app logging
- Addressed issues with copying to exFAT drives on macOS 14.
7-20-2023 v2023.1.3 (Download Link)
- Fixes crash related to historical report generation
- Fixes crash related to Attatched Drives view
- Added option to right click to add preset destinations
6-29-2023 v2023.1.2
- Addresses a couple small bugs and UI Fixes
6-15-2023 v2023.1.1
- Added Aggregate reporting and the ability to re-analyze media
- Improved Codex HDE Support
- Added resetting of all auto-numbering within preset naming
- Various other bug fixes and improvements
1-18-2023 v2022.1.30 (Download Link)
- Fixed a bug which can report Arri Raw frame rate as 24 fps instead of 23.98
- Updated handling of pre-offload detection of corrupt ASCMHL seals
- Improved context reporting of source integrity failures
- Reimplemented ability to seal the output folder when generating MHL V1 seals
- Fixed ASCMHL xml formatting bug which was improperly handling multiple spaces in file path names that resulted in false seal corruption detection
- Updated the total time contained in the reports to reflect when the replication began instead of when the job was queued
- Fixed bug with some erred jobs prompting warning when closing app
- Fixed sporadic crash occurring when performing media analysis on non HDE Codex volumes
- Fixed issue where preset verification options were not properly overriding global settings
- Fixed issue importing older versions of existent ShotPut Pro Mac 2022.1 presets
11-9-2022 v2022.1.22
- Fixed issue where running the application for serveral hours would result in a crash
- Fixed issue with media analysis not for 10.15 devices
- Fixed bug where a job would not show as completed despite being finished
10-10-2022 v2022.1.20
- General UI bug fixes
- Stability Improvements
10-10-2022 v2022.1.16
- Added back job sequencing options
- Fixed a few bugs related to auto ejection of source drives upon job completion
- Fixed incorrect collision warning when offloading using a preset with no naming scheme
- Fixed bug when trying to generate media codex source volume
- Fixed approximate file size of items in reports not being consistent with finder's approximation
- Other UI bug fixed and improvements
9-21-2022 v2022.1.13
- Fixed invisible date and preset tokens on macOS 10.15 and earlier
- Reimplemented the ability to copy hidden files and directories
- Fixed a report bug which was always including notes even when not desired
- Fixed a PDF format bug that was listing some 4K footage as 3K
9-17-2022 v2022.1.11
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Fixed crash related to resetting Preferences
9-16-2022 v2022.1.10
- Improved cancellation and pause flow for media analysis
- Fixed displayed byte count disrepencies for resumed jobs
9-15-2022 v2022.1.8
- Fixed bug displaying thumbnails in report history view
- Added naming of job based on drive name when the "Card contents only" is selected
- Fixed failure to resume after pausing
9-14-2022 v2022.1.7
- Eliminated duplicate reports when outputting to a common reports folder
- Fixed a scheduling problem that can result in queued replication jobs beginning replication before verification occurs for active jobs
- Fixed a memory leak which can occur during verification when using cryptographic algorithms and very fast destination drives
- Addressed crashes experienced by some Codex VFS users
9-13-2022 v2022.1.6
- Fixed issue where Time Remaining and Time Elapsed were showing as swapped
9-12-2022 v2022.1.5
- Spanish localization updates
- Fixed bug preventing aborting jobs when an error occurs
- Fixed UI bug causing default report location to not be editable if path was very long
- Fixed some minor GUI related crashes
9-09-2022 v2022.1.4
- Fixed duplicate PDF thumbnails occurring with Canon XF and Sony XAVC formats
- Fixed PDF report notes spacing issue
- Added Job History information for raw volume folders (now displays metadata and thumbnails)
- Other UI bug fixes and improvements
9-08-2022 v2022.1.3
- Removed "Copy" prefix from auto generated job names
- Implemented automatic "Move to Applications folder" functionality
9-07-2022 v2022.1.1/v2022.1.2
- Faster offloads optimized for SSD workflows
- Streamlined interface and presets
- Implements ASCMHL seals
- Faster media analysis
- PDF reports now support up to 10 thumbnails
- Updated camera SDKs and includes support for Sony Venice
- Implements detailed live offload monitoring
- Added live drive speed monitoring
- Added XXHashH3-64, XXHashH3-128, and C4 checksum algorithms
- Added support for directory checksum generation
- Presets can now override app-level preferences
- Improved date formatting
- Added a pre-offload preset preview
- Notifications no longer rely on gmail
- Improved pause/resume functionality
- Added localization for Spanish and Simplified Chinese
- Improved job history
- Known Issues
- The auto updater in the 2021 version is having difficulty pulling the 2022 build. The build can be downloaded directly here
8-31-2021 v2021.2.6
- Streamlined media analysis routines to provide more responsive, faster report output.
- Updated RED SDK 8.0.4
- Updated RED video file details in PDF reports to display recorded frame rate rather than playback frame rate.
- Fixed bug that sometimes resulted in number of video files being reported as zero in PDF reports.
- Fixed bug that can cause 8K footage to be reported as 7K in PDF reports.
3-10-2021 v2021.2.1
- Fixed bug that can cause reports to stall on macOS 11
- Deprecated support for Imagine HQ mobile iOS status application
- Fixed failure under certain circumstances to generate preview thumbnails when uploading to Frame.io
2-16-2021 v2021.1.5
- Fixed a bug preventing emailing of reports to more than one recipient
2-9-2021 v2021.1.4
- Re-implemented credentialed-based login for macOS 10.11-10.14
- Fixed connections issues for Imagine HQ and demos on older operating systems
2-5-2021 v2021.1.1
- Updated to Arri SDK 6.2.3.1
- Updated login flow for activation
11-30-2020 v2020.2.3
- Added filtering of extraneous system volumes from the attached media list
- Updated RED SDK to version 8.0.0b1 (includes M1 updates)
- Updated Blackmagic SDK to version 2.1.b1 (includes M1 updates)
- Updated light mode coloring for macOS 11.01
10-27-2020 v2020.2.2
- Added macOS Big Sur (macOS 11) and silicone M1 compatibility
- Added preference to place MHL seal files as a sidecar or embedded sealed folder
- Updated task bar colors to be more visually appealing in both light and dark mode
- Fixed a reports bug that can cause media analysis to be done unnecessarily
- Fixed a report bug that was causing every dpx frame to be reported as a media volume
- Updated to Arri SDK 6.2.3.0
- Updated to RED SDK 7.3.4
- Updated to Blackmagic SDK 1.7
- Updated to Codex SDK 3.4.2
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Optimizing Your On-Set Workflow
Software Solutions: ShotPut Pro V. 2022
Filmmaker U Interviews Imagine Products' COO Mark Hudgins
At NAB: IABM’s interview with Mark Hudgins
ShotPut Pro's Role in the Docuseries Bug Out
4 Tips to Improve Your Pre-Production Workflow
ShotPut Pro Represented at Iditarod 2022
New ASC-MHL Guidelines and Our Role
ShotPut Pro and TrueCheck applications selected for Netflix Production Technology Alliance
How Pre-Production is Changing
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