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 […]
Category: Video Production Hardware
Recommended hardware for the production of live streaming video on the Vuuzle TV OTT platform.
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 […]
Big System (4K ready)
ATEM Television Studio Pro 4K – $3000 Canon XF405 (4K) – $3200 (x4) Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar MVVL2LL/A 2019 16″ Laptop Computer – Silver – $2200 (x2) Blackmagic Design UltraStudio Mini Recorder – $145 (x2) Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum 3 Sections Tripod – $180 (x2) Manfrotto – 290 Tripod with Fluid Video Head – Black – $180 (x2) Sony UWP-D11 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System – $500 (x4) Sony UWP-D22 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid […]
Medium System (portable)
Blackmagic Design BMD-SWATEMTVSTU/HD ATEM Television Studio HD Live Production Switcher – $995 Canon XA15 Compact HD Camcorder – $1800 (x3) Blackmagic Design UltraStudio Mini Recorder – $145 Sony UWP-D11 Camera-Mount Wireless Omni Lavalier Microphone System – $500 (x2) Sony UWP-D22 Camera-Mount Wireless Cardioid Handheld Microphone System – $600 Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar MVVL2LL/A 2019 16″ Laptop Computer – Silver – $2200 Manfrotto – 290 Tripod with Fluid Video Head – Black – $180 […]
Inexpensive Small System (very portable)
Blackmagic Design BMD-SWATEMMINI ATEM Mini Live Production Switcher – $295.00 Canon Vixia HF R800 – $210 (x3) Apple MacBook Pro with Touch Bar MV962LL/A Mid 2019 13.3″ Laptop Computer – $1600 Sunpak – TravelSmart 50 50″ Tripod – Silver/Black – $20 (x3) Additional smaller items: 3 mini HDMI to Female HDMI connectors 3 20 foot HDMI cables Total System Cost: approx. $3000 System does not include audio (mics) or lighting.
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 […]