Abstract: Systems and methods are provided to allow a user to visualize a 3D model of a venue and to customize the 3D model of the venue according to their own needs. A data abstraction of the 3D venue model is created and sent to the venue operator. This data abstraction can be used to reconstruct the 3D venue model in a 3D virtual environment software. The customized 3D venue model is generated by: displaying on a web browser a 3D venue model; displaying one or more virtual objects available in an objects library; customizing the 3D venue model by receiving an input to place a selected virtual object in the 3D venue model; receiving an input to save the customized 3D venue model; and generating a text file comprising a name of the 3D venue model and data describing one or more characteristics of the selected virtual object.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for using tracking data to control the functions of an automated fixture. Examples of automated fixtures include light fixtures and camera fixtures. A method includes obtaining a first position of a tracking unit. The tracking unit includes an inertial measurement unit and a visual indicator configured to be tracked by a camera. A first distance is computed between the automated fixture and the first position and it is used to set a function of the automated fixture to a first setting. A second position of the tracking unit is obtained. A second distance between the automated fixture and the second position is computed, and the second distance is used to set the function of the automated fixture to a second setting.