Info Required Official Broadcast Overlays bug reports MEGATHREAD

Further information and reports are needed to assist development with a fix
I do not know if someone else reported, but while in replay the API is not working. Games doesn't send any information.
 
BritishSam121 said:
I've had this functionality and more for some time - only shared with one community so far but if there's interest I might make it publicly available?

  • Yellow flag detection/history with replay log
  • Custom replays
  • Camera controls
  • Custom graphics/stats
  • Track map
  • Live/average ve usage
  • Penalty info
  • Pit stop timings
  • Etc.
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Hi, could you provide me with screenshots of your LMU streaming application?

Thanks and Happy New Year
 
Any news on updating the overlay? or at least squashing some of the bugs? I can see some 3rd-party broadcasts (LFM) using their version and it looks fantastic with all the energy data working properly & all .. just hoping we get some overlay love here in the future ;-)

* Turns out LFM is simply using RaceLabs ...
 
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Woodee said:
I think we are getting a little off topic here. This thread is for the BROADCAST OVERLAYS which are official, not third party.

Please re-read post #1.

Thank you.
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Hi,
I would like to ask for some information from the developers or admins. Are there any bug fixes in progress for the issues currently affecting the broadcast program, or has it not been looked at yet?
I think many of us who stream would really appreciate an update on whether this is being worked on, and what the plans are. At the moment, it’s difficult to look forward to game updates, as the broadcast overlay program seems to become more unstable with each one.
To be clear, it’s completely understandable if there are no plans to update the program in the near future. What is frustrating is simply not knowing the status.
Any update or clarification would be greatly appreciated.
 
It would be good to get a response of some kind, appreciate that LMU is in early access but at the same time, communities are one of the foundations of why a sim can be successful.

I'm building my own tool (still) and there is information not in the API still such as tyre type & yellow flags, camera's it would be nice to be able to say which on board to use. Contacts I suspect are in the physics engine, which is why they are in the results file, can we not make that available to the API? The answer might be no, but at least we would know.

The overlay and manufacture badges not working when using a custom livery. Been like for a while now, is that being worked on?

Appreciate the work, be nice if the broadcast controls had some tlc. Ta.
 
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Woodee said:
I think we are getting a little off topic here. This thread is for the BROADCAST OVERLAYS which are official, not third party.

Please re-read post #1.

Thank you.
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I feel like we've been left with no option in this regard, but appreciate this forum is for official support only. As I've previously mentioned, the streams and broadcasts directly influence the popularity of the game. It doesn't sound like this is a priority as some quite basic bugs have been left unfixed for a very long time.
 
Update v1.3 report.

Broadcast Overlay & Control Panel Issues​

Hi, I’ve encountered several issues with the broadcast overlay and control panel:

1. Driver selection (Control Panel)
Clicking on a driver’s name does not switch to that driver.
It only works when selecting “Trackside” or “Onboard”.
2. Manufacturer logos (Custom skins)
Manufacturer logos are not displayed when using custom liveries.
3. Cadillac logo color
The Cadillac logo is shown in white.
It should be black, matching official broadcast graphics.
4. Timing tower scaling
The tower does not scale, which means only one class can be viewed at a time.
5. Driver & team name display
Driver and team names are limited to 3-letter abbreviations when cars are on track.
There is currently no option to change this.
6. Comparison tool not working
The comparison feature does not work:
  • Car 1 and Car 2 are not shown
  • No data is displayed
  • No comparison metrics are generated
7. Race state (Green flag)
The session does not automatically switch to “Green” when the race starts.
This has to be done manually.

Broadcast Overlay – Feature Requests & Improvements​

Hi, here are additional feature requests and improvements that would significantly enhance the broadcast system:

1. Timing Tower – Customization Options
  • Ability to select how many drivers are shown in the tower
  • Ability to filter which classes are displayed
2. Name Display Options

We need configurable name formats in the tower:
  • Abbreviation (current)
  • Last name
  • First initial + last name (e.g. F. Lastname)
  • Team name
3. Results Overlay (Critical Improvement)

A proper results overlay needs to be implemented.

Current Issue:
  • Gaps are incorrect (e.g. showing 0.123 instead of actual gap at start/finish)
Expected Behavior:
  • Gaps should be calculated based on crossing the start/finish line
  • Accurate final classification and timing
4. Mid-Race Graphics
  • Add a “Mid Race” overlay for longer races
5. Starting Grid Overlay
  • Full starting grid presentation before race start
6. Tyre & Stint Data

We need more detailed race data:
  • Current tyre compound
  • Whether tyres are new or used
  • Number of laps on current tyres
  • Number of laps since last pit stop
7. Pit Stop Information
  • Pit stop duration
  • Indication if tyres were changed or not
HIGH PRIORITY
8. Custom Skins & Driver Images
Custom assets are critical for broadcast quality.

Required options:
  • Ability to pull images automatically from RaceControl
    OR
  • Ability to define a local folder where custom images can be stored and used
Includes:
  • Car skins
  • Team logos
  • Driver profile images
9. Championship Standings Integration
  • Ability to import championship data via CSV
  • Display custom championship standings in overlay
10. Battle Overlay
  • Add a battle overlay (e.g. for close fights)
  • Should also be optionally integrated into the tower
11. Replay System (Separate Tool)
We need a dedicated replay control system.

Required functionality:
  • Save key events (e.g. yellow flags, overtakes)
  • Trigger replay playback manually
  • Overlay should switch to a “Replay Mode” automatically
(This is already implemented in other broadcast tools, so it should be feasible.)
12. Event & Info Customization
  • Ability to edit event-specific data (event name, session info, etc.)
13. Track Information
  • Track-specific info overlays should be added
  • Should match real-world broadcast data (since licensing is available)
14. League Branding
  • Ability to add custom league branding:
    • Logos on results screen
    • Logos on championship standings
15. UI Transitions & Animations
  • Add smooth transitions between overlays:
    • Switching towers
    • Changing name formats
    • Switching graphics
Final Note
These features are essential for creating a professional broadcast experience and aligning the overlay system with modern sim racing broadcast standards.

Help videos of how it looks.
(The officeal new overlay)
Custom Championship:
(from @Glovepup amazing program)
 
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Currently, the WebSocket is configured to operate on localhost.
As a result, even if the WebUI IP is set to 0.0.0.0, control and overlays are not working on other computers.
It is working on the computer where the game is running.
 
N.Domino said:
Update v1.3 report.

Broadcast Overlay & Control Panel Issues​

Hi, I’ve encountered several issues with the broadcast overlay and control panel:

1. Driver selection (Control Panel)
Clicking on a driver’s name does not switch to that driver.
It only works when selecting “Trackside” or “Onboard”.
2. Manufacturer logos (Custom skins)
Manufacturer logos are not displayed when using custom liveries.
3. Cadillac logo color
The Cadillac logo is shown in white.
It should be black, matching official broadcast graphics.
4. Timing tower scaling
The tower does not scale, which means only one class can be viewed at a time.
5. Driver & team name display
Driver and team names are limited to 3-letter abbreviations when cars are on track.
There is currently no option to change this.
6. Comparison tool not working
The comparison feature does not work:
  • Car 1 and Car 2 are not shown
  • No data is displayed
  • No comparison metrics are generated
7. Race state (Green flag)
The session does not automatically switch to “Green” when the race starts.
This has to be done manually.

Broadcast Overlay – Feature Requests & Improvements​

Hi, here are additional feature requests and improvements that would significantly enhance the broadcast system:

1. Timing Tower – Customization Options
  • Ability to select how many drivers are shown in the tower
  • Ability to filter which classes are displayed
2. Name Display Options

We need configurable name formats in the tower:
  • Abbreviation (current)
  • Last name
  • First initial + last name (e.g. F. Lastname)
  • Team name
3. Results Overlay (Critical Improvement)

A proper results overlay needs to be implemented.

Current Issue:
  • Gaps are incorrect (e.g. showing 0.123 instead of actual gap at start/finish)
Expected Behavior:
  • Gaps should be calculated based on crossing the start/finish line
  • Accurate final classification and timing
4. Mid-Race Graphics
  • Add a “Mid Race” overlay for longer races
5. Starting Grid Overlay
  • Full starting grid presentation before race start
6. Tyre & Stint Data

We need more detailed race data:
  • Current tyre compound
  • Whether tyres are new or used
  • Number of laps on current tyres
  • Number of laps since last pit stop
7. Pit Stop Information
  • Pit stop duration
  • Indication if tyres were changed or not
HIGH PRIORITY
8. Custom Skins & Driver Images
Custom assets are critical for broadcast quality.

Required options:
  • Ability to pull images automatically from RaceControl
    OR
  • Ability to define a local folder where custom images can be stored and used
Includes:
  • Car skins
  • Team logos
  • Driver profile images
9. Championship Standings Integration
  • Ability to import championship data via CSV
  • Display custom championship standings in overlay
10. Battle Overlay
  • Add a battle overlay (e.g. for close fights)
  • Should also be optionally integrated into the tower
11. Replay System (Separate Tool)
We need a dedicated replay control system.

Required functionality:
  • Save key events (e.g. yellow flags, overtakes)
  • Trigger replay playback manually
  • Overlay should switch to a “Replay Mode” automatically
(This is already implemented in other broadcast tools, so it should be feasible.)
12. Event & Info Customization
  • Ability to edit event-specific data (event name, session info, etc.)
13. Track Information
  • Track-specific info overlays should be added
  • Should match real-world broadcast data (since licensing is available)
14. League Branding
  • Ability to add custom league branding:
    • Logos on results screen
    • Logos on championship standings
15. UI Transitions & Animations
  • Add smooth transitions between overlays:
    • Switching towers
    • Changing name formats
    • Switching graphics
Final Note
These features are essential for creating a professional broadcast experience and aligning the overlay system with modern sim racing broadcast standards.

Help videos of how it looks.
(The officeal new overlay)
Custom Championship:
(from @Glovepup amazing program)
Click to expand...
2. Manufacturer logos (Custom skins) => fixed
3. Cadillac logo color => fixed
 
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