What's New for 1.8

Version 1.8 introduces the following features and enhancements for the Makito X4 Encoder series: 

• Scene Change Detection: Users can now enable Scene Change Detection to improve the appearance of content transitions. 
  See Video Encoder Settings
• Linear PCM Audio: The Makito X4 Encoder can now pass raw 16-bit Linear PCM audio for virtually lossless audio transmission.
  See Audio Encoder Settings and Audio Encoder Statistics
• Dolby Pass-Through: The Makito X4 Encoder can now pass Dolby AC3 and E-AC3 audio from the input to the stream output.
  See Configuring AC3 and E-AC3 Pass-Through Audio and Audio Encoder Settings
  
• Surround Sound Audio: This version can group and encode up to 7.1 audio channels as per MPEG Surround audio ISO/IEC 23003-1 standard.
  See Configuring Surround Sound Audio and Audio Encoder Settings
• NMOS Support: The Makito X4 Encoder now supports AMWA NMOS IS-04, IS-05 and IS-09 specifications when configured for SMPTE ST 2110 inputs.
  See Enabling and Disabling Network Services and Configuring NMOS 
• UI Updates: This version includes further improvements to the user interface.