Input Sources Overview
pMix supports up to 8 input source slots. Each slot can hold one of the following source types:
| Source Type | Description | Audio | PTZ |
|---|---|---|---|
| NDI | Network Device Interface cameras and software | Yes | Yes (if supported) |
| SRT | Secure Reliable Transport feeds | Yes | No |
| iPhone Cam | iPhone cameras via the pMix camera app | Yes | Yes |
| Media Player | Photos and videos from your library | Yes (video) | No |
| Audio Player | Audio files (music, sound effects) | Yes | No |
| Color Bars | Test patterns (SMPTE, EBU, gradient, grid, visualizer) | No | No |
| Solid Color | Solid color fill | No | No |
| Text | Live text overlay source | No | No |
| Countdown | Countdown timer display | No | No |
| Image | Static image or logo | No | No |
| Multiview | Multi-source monitoring grid | No | No |
| UVC | USB video capture device (HDMI input) | Yes | No |
Adding a source
- Tap the + button on any empty slot in the source grid
- Select a source type from the picker
- Configure the source (e.g., select an NDI device, choose a video file, enter text)
The source begins loading and appears in the slot with a live thumbnail once active.
Removing a source
- Long-press the source slot in the grid
- Tap Remove Source
The slot becomes empty and available for a new source.
Source states
Each source has a state indicator:
- Idle — Source is configured but not yet active
- Loading — Source is connecting or buffering
- Active — Source is producing frames and ready for use
- Error — Connection failed or source is unavailable
- Paused — Media player is paused
Reordering sources
Long-press and drag a source slot to reorder it in the grid. The slot number affects keyboard shortcuts and OSC addressing (slots are numbered 1–8).