Hawaiki Keyer 4.5 |work| [FREE]
| Scenario | Configuration | |----------|----------------| | | Ignore second radio outputs. Use as advanced keyer + sidetone. | | SO2R contesting | Connect both radios, assign footswitch to swap active radio. | | Remote station | Use USB serial over IP (e.g., Remote Rig) to control keyer locally at the radio site. |
Green spill—the reflection of green light onto the subject—is a nightmare for compositors. Version 4.5 introduces intelligent spill suppression that analyzes skin tones, wardrobe colors, and neutral grays. Instead of killing all green, the plugin removes only the spill’s color influence, leaving the subject’s natural hues intact. hawaiki keyer 4.5
One of the standout features in the 4.5 update is the refinement of edge handling. The software intelligently analyzes the boundary between the foreground and the background. It retains the natural "hair" look—individual strands that often get lost in cheaper keyers. | | Remote station | Use USB serial over IP (e
Standard keyers typically fail here. In Hawaiki Keyer 4.5, set Transparency Mode to “Preserve Semitransparency.” The algorithm will maintain the object’s original opacity based on the green screen’s fade-out. Instead of killing all green, the plugin removes
| Parameter | Details | |-----------|---------| | Radios supported | 2 (Radio A / Radio B) | | Keying outputs | 2x PTT (relay/opto), 2x CW (open collector) | | Antenna switches | 2x BCD or 2x relay outputs | | Amplifier sequencer | Yes (adjustable delays) | | Control interface | USB-C (serial), paddle input, footswitch | | Power | 5V via USB or external 12V | | Isolation | >60dB between radio ports |