Please read before using the Just In Mac Lite NDI application!
The Just In Mac Lite NDI 2026 application employs the latest official macOS NDI SDK to establish connections with available NDI® sources within a designated network. Given the inherent characteristics of NDI technology, as well as the variability in networking configurations and infrastructure, it is important to note that the performance and integrity of all recordings might vary. Please refer to the official NDI documentation for detailed information: https://docs.ndi.video/docs/docs/index .
Recommendations for Optimal Performance:
Utilize a dedicated network port exclusively for receiving NDI sources, ensuring segregation from other network traffic.
In a multichannel setup, it is highly advisable to employ a 10G network port/connection for enhanced performance.
We recommend the use of Netgear AV switches and the application of the appropriate NDI profile when incorporating Just In Mac Lite NDI 2026 into your workflow.
Compatibility Matrix for Just In Mac Lite NDI 2026.x
Important: the Just In Mac Lite NDI application is optimized exclusively for Apple silicon hardware (M1-M5) to provide you with the best performance and experience!
By fully transitioning to the Apple silicon platform, we ensure optimal performance, stability, and compatibility with the latest advancements.
If you are planning to deploy the Just In Mac Lite NDI 2026 application on qualified INTEL-based Macs (MacPro7,1 or Macmini8,1) please consider using version 2025.1!
Nevertheless, we will, of course, continue to support our customers who still have certified Intel-based Macs running qualified versions of Just In Mac Lite NDI.
The specific hardware setup, third-party drivers, software, and operating systems should always be tested thoroughly with the free-of-charge trial software provided by ToolsOnAir before proceeding with the final installation.
Operating System
The supported macOS versions are (recommended macOS versions are displayed in Bold):
macOS 26.4.x (“Tahoe”) - recommended
macOS 15.7.x (“Sequoia”) - recommended
macOS 14.8.x (“Sonoma”) - please update to macOS Sequoia or higher!
Administrator account required for installation, configuration and to collect logs.
Date and Time Format
Please verify that your macOS Date & Time settings are compatible with the Gregorian Calendar format (Gregorian date formats include the following: ddmonyy, ddmonyyyy, mm/dd/yy, or mm/dd/yyyy). Using the Gregorian calendar ensures consistency and accuracy in the Date header, avoiding misinterpretation, synchronisation and activation errors. This is crucial for the Schedule mode to fetch the correct Start/Stop Date and Time information.
Memory/RAM
When running the Just In Mac Lite NDI 2026 application, we recommend using an Apple silicon (M1-M5) machine equipped with at least 16 GB of memory.