XL Ultra Firmware Release Notes

XL Ultra Firmware Release Notes

XL Ultra Firmware Release Notes

03/30/26

Firmware 6.2.38

This release contains the following new features:

      • Tally Light Integration with ATEM
            ○ Added BirdDog and Blackmagic ATEM support for tally light control

      • SD Card Recording webUI tab enabled
             ○ You can record and view recordings through the webUI

      • Expanded VISCA Control Support with KBD
            ○ Improved VISCA command coverage across more camera parameters

      • Superfine PTZ Movement
            ○ Enhanced PTZ control for smoother and more precise camera movement

      • Multi-Language Support
            ○ Added support for multiple languages within the WebUI

This release contains the following improvements:

      • Lens Noise Optimization
            ○ Reduced lens pulling noise for quieter operation

      • Focus Performance Optimization
            ○ Improved autofocus behavior and focusing performance

      • WebUI Latency Improvements
            ○ Reduced video latency in the WebUI preview

      • Video & Streaming Enhancements
            ○ Improvements to multicast behavior and streaming protocol handling

      • UI/UX wording adjustments

This release contains the following fixes:

       • Fixed incorrect protocol output for “Transmit Preferred Method”

      • Fixed multicast implementation issues

      • Fixed Genlock status display issue on dashboard (no longer stuck without UI control)

      • Fixed issues with NDI-HB IP addressing requirements

      • Fixed issues with HDMI & SDI output format control affecting video options

      • Fixed multiple VISCA-related inconsistencies and command handling issues

      • Fixed secondary encoder framerate availability (29.97 / 59.94 support added)

      • Fixed issues with API output not aligning with documentation

      • Fixed image freeze issue in Image tab

      • Fixed shutter speed adjustment in manual mode

Known Limitations:

      • SD Card recording H264 ONLY

      • Manual focus may still shift slightly during zoom operations

      • Some advanced VISCA and API features are still in progress of implementation


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