The latest version of the Just In Mac Lite NDI application is freely available for Download via the dedicated solution page.

Extract the downloaded ZIP archive and open the disk image. The Just In Mac Lite NDI installation disk image (.dmg) will appear on your screen as shown below:

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Please ensure to download and install the Apple Pro Video Formats from Apple’s website, as they provide support for the listed codecs (see screenshot below) used to capture files with just:in mac lite NDI 2025, to ensure compatibility with professional video workflows.

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If this has been done previously, then no action is required. The Apple Pro Video Formats codecs can be found at: “/Library/Video/Professional Video Workflow Plug-Ins”.

Compatibility Matrix for Just In Mac Lite NDI 2025.3

Important Update: Starting with version 2025.2, the Just In Mac Lite NDI application will be optimized exclusively for Apple silicon hardware (M1-M4) 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 application on qualified INTEL-based Macs (MacPro7,1 or Macmini8,1) please consider using version 6.5 or 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.

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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.x (“Tahoe”) - certified

• macOS 15.7.x (“Sequoia”)

• macOS 14.8.x (“Sonoma”)

Administrator account required for installation, configuration and to collect logs.

Memory/RAM

We recommend installing at least 16 GB on an Apple silicon machine running the Just In Mac Lite NDI application.

Drag & Drop Just In Mac Lite NDI onto the “Applications” folder and, if desired, add the application to the Dock.

The new Local Network Security feature in macOS Sequoia (15.x.x) and higher enhances privacy and control by allowing users to manage which apps can access their local network. This feature addresses concerns over unmonitored network access, providing an extra layer of security by ensuring that only trusted applications have access to local network resources, such as printers, file-sharing devices, and other computers. In macOS Sequoia, users are prompted when an application attempts to access the local network for the first time, enabling them to allow or deny access (“System Settings → Privacy & Security → Local Network”).

When running the Just In Mac Lite NDI application for the first time on macOS Sequoia and higher, you will be asked to allow it to discover and connect to devices or other applications on your network. Please click on the “Allow” button to ensure the application to connect to devices or other application on your networks.

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To double-check the connection status, go to “System Settings → Privacy & Security → Local Network” and ensure that Just In Mac Lite NDI is enabled.

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Go to the Applications folder and open the Just In Mac Lite NDI application. First, you will be asked to accept the “End User License Agreement (EULA)”.

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Then the software asked for a “System Update”. Press the “Ok” button to proceed.

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Enter the Administrator Password for the Mac running the Just In Mac Lite NDI application.

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The Just In Mac Lite NDI application checks for access to the macOS Calendar application (“Schedule Mode”). Press the “Allow Full Access” button to confirm. This can be changed later on if needed.

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Select the video format and proceed by clicking on the “Configure” button.

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The Just In Mac Lite NDI application automatically configures all eight inputs to the given video mode and connects all channels to the Channel Viewer and connects to available NDI® sources within the given network.

Naming-, Capture- and Destination Presets will be automatically created and recordings can be started immediately. Files will be written to the macOS “Movies” folder.