> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://support.4cast.world/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://support.4cast.world/mvp-user-guide.md).

# MVP User Guide

### Welcome

The 4CAST MVP is a compact, professional media playback device that plays perfectly synced video and lighting from MIDI, timecode, USB keyboards, or any combination.

This guide walks you through everything from unboxing to show day.

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### New Here?

Start with the [Quick Start Guide](/quick-start-guide-videos.md) to get video playing in under 5 minutes.

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### Guide Overview

| Section                                      | What You'll Learn                                                  |
| -------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| [1. Getting Started](/1.-getting-started.md) | What's in the box, hardware connections, the UI, and the Dashboard |
| [2. Video Setup](/2.-video-setup.md)         | Upload videos, download stock clips, and configure Effects Mode    |
| [3. Lighting Setup](/3.-lighting-setup.md)   | Record and trigger DMX lighting via ArtNet                         |
| [4. Timecode Setup](/4.-timecode-setup.md)   | Build timelines and sync to LTC or MTC timecode                    |
| [5. Triggering](/5.-triggering.md)           | MIDI notes, MIDI CC, USB keyboards, DAWs, and hardware controllers |
| [6. Configuration](/6.-configuration.md)     | System settings and configuration slots                            |
| [7. Networking](/7.-networking.md)           | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, ArtNet, and IP configuration                      |
| [8. Reference](/8.-reference.md)             | MIDI reference, supported formats, troubleshooting, and FAQ        |
| [9. Show Day](/9.-show-day.md)               | Venue setup checklists                                             |