Setup for “Live To Tape” in Wirecast: 1) Open WC with your normal settings / inputs / etc. 2) Go to OUTPUT in top menu. 3) DO NOT start virtual camera out. 4) Choose Output Settings > Select an Output Destination > (dropdown) Record To Disk – MP4 5) Another window will appear – choose Encoding: Default 720p30 (4Mbps) x264 H.264 6) Choose audio track(s) 7) File Location (set to secondary drive if you have one, […]
Category: Live Video Production
Techniques for improving and implimenting live video streaming using the Vuuzle TV OTT platform.
Live Show Suggested Guidelines
1) 5-120 second graphic / animation titling or “open” for show or event displayed prior to live video. 2) 3 distinct video sources displayed in each event (2 cameras – 1 video replay, 3 cameras, 1 camera – 2 remote feeds, etc.) 3) Planned production length of 20 minutes. 4) 2 planned insertion points during webcast (ad pods). 5) 1280×720 30 fps final output to CamSlicer. 6) No backlit “available light” sources. Faces must be […]
Going Live – Pre-Event Computer Check
Computers: 1) Use one laptop to stream the webcast, use another to monitor the playback – this is essential if you want the actual user experience. 2) Do not run encoding / webcasting laptops on battery power. 3) While webcasting, run only the webcasting & associated software. Close everything else. Do not visit websites via a browser on your encoding / webcasting system when active. 4) Do not upload, download, update or otherwise modify your […]
Going Live – Pre-Event Equipment Check
Pre-Event Equipment Check: NOTE: It is important to setup and test ALL the equipment prior to the event in a controlled environment in the exact sequence / configuration that will be used for the event. Cameras: 1) How many cameras will be used? 2) For each camera: tripod or stand, power supply, correct HDMI connection cables, carrying bag. 3) Are cameras going to to be used to record while webcasting? – TEST: some cameras will […]
Going Live – Pre-Event Location Check
Pre-Event Location Check: Power / Electricity: 1) Is there sufficient power available? 2) Power reliability – are there switches, breakers on power source? 3) Power logistics – distance from power to webcasting location, number of outlets required? 4) Power safety – will there be people walking across power cords? Are there water issues? Internet: 1) Is there PRIVATE internet availability? 2) Is internet source shared via WiFi? 3) Is hard-wired (Cat 5 router) service available? […]
Commercial Volume vs. Live Event Volume
There are several gain stages in most audio paths: the wireless mic output, gain on your mixer, channel volume on your mixer and then master volume on your mixer. Once the signal hits the ATEM you have another volume there as well. You can bring up the level until the loudest sounds hit yellow on the led meter on CamSlicer. The trick is to increase without hitting distortion. Keep in mind that national ads are […]