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cloudtranscoder [2018/08/07 20:56]
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cloudtranscoder [2018/10/30 17:45]
erik [Live Cloud Transcoder]
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 ====== Live Cloud Transcoder ====== ====== Live Cloud Transcoder ======
  
-Live cloud transcoders take a single high quality stream as input and re-encode the video into 4 output streams at different resolutions and bit rates, allowing for smooth playback across device types and higher quality for those with better internet connections. Transcoders are typically available to use in 2-5 minutes after starting.+Live cloud transcoders take a single high quality stream as input and re-encode the video into 4 output streams at different resolutions and bit rates, allowing for smooth playback across device types and higher quality for those with better internet connections. Transcoders are typically available to use 5 minutes after starting.
  
-Beta Notice: The live cloud transcoder service is currently in beta. During this time, you will not be charged for usage. When the beta period ends, all accounts will be given an initial allotment of credits. Plus level and higher accounts will receive additional credits each month. Additional credits will be available for purchase.+//**Beta Notice:** The live cloud transcoder service is currently in beta. During this time, you will not be charged for usage. When the beta period ends, all accounts will be given an initial allotment of credits. Plus level and higher accounts will receive additional credits each month. Additional credits will be available for purchase.//
  
-The live transcoder expects an input video of at least 1280x720 with a 16x9 aspect ratio. ​ If you need something ​different, please contact us.+A minimum ​input video feed of 1280x720 with a 16x9 aspect ratio is highly recommended.  If your equipment output is different, please contact us so we may provide assistance or adjust your account settings.
  
 === 16x9 (Widescreen) Video: Recommended Live Bit Rates === === 16x9 (Widescreen) Video: Recommended Live Bit Rates ===
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 | 480x270 | 360 | | 480x270 | 360 |
  
-You can also simulcast to additional services such as [[cloudtranscoderfb|Facebook Live]] ​(available now) and YouTube ​(coming soon).+You can also simulcast to additional services such as [[cloudtranscoderfb|Facebook Live]] and YouTube.
  
 ==== Initial setup ==== ==== Initial setup ====
  
-The cloud transcoder runs both on a weekly schedule and on demand. ​ The transcoder must be running before you can begin sending a stream to it.+The cloud transcoder runs both on a weekly schedule and on demand. ​ The transcoder must be running before you can begin sending a stream to be broadcasted.
  
-First, create multiple consoles for your live stream. ​ If you have previously sent us multi-rate live video, you may have already completed this step.+Select **Media ​-> Transcoder**
  
-On the Light Cast Media admin site, select Media -> Consoles +Under "​Transcoder Configuration",​ set the location to the city closest to you.  Select ​the console you would like to broadcast to.  If you have not created a live console before, one named "​Live" ​will be created for you.  Click "​Save"​. ​ Additional options for schedule and control will be visible once this is saved.
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-{{:​consoles_newlive.png?​nolink|}} +
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-Under Console type, select "Live Stream"​. ​ Give your console a new.  Unless you have a reason to do otherwise, enter "​Live"​. ​ This is case sensitive. ​ For now, leave "Start Time" blank. ​ This is used to create a countdown timer for your web site. +
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-Repeat this step, creating 4 additional consoles named "​Live_1",​ "​Live_2",​ "​Live_3",​ "​Live_4"​. ​ On each of these additional consoles, leave the "Start Time" blank. ​ These additional consoles give you a way to view / preview each rendition of your video. +
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-Select Media -> Transcoder +
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-Under "​Transcoder Configuration",​ set the location to the city closest to you.  Select "​Live" ​under "​Console"​ and click "​Save"​. ​ Additional options for schedule and control will be visible once this is saved.+
  
 {{:​transcoder1.png?​nolink|}} {{:​transcoder1.png?​nolink|}}
  
-If you'd like the transcoder to start automatically before your services, you can put it on a schedule. ​ Click "New Entry" for each scheduled service time.  If you have multiple services with less than an hour between them, we recommend combining the service times. ​ Although it normally only takes about 2 minutes to start, for best results you will want to schedule the transcoder to start at least 20 minutes before your service start time.  You will also want to leave additional time at the end to account for a service running long or if you'd like your live video to be recorded and auto-uploaded for on demand and simulated live playback.+If you'd like the transcoder to start automatically before your services, you can put it on a schedule. ​ Click "New Entry" for each scheduled service time. If you have multiple services with less than an hour between them, we recommend combining the service times. ​ Although it normally only takes about 2 minutes to start, for best results you will want to schedule the transcoder to start at least 20 minutes before your service start time.  You will also want to leave additional time at the end to account for a service running long or if you'd like your live video to be recorded and auto-uploaded for on demand and simulated live playback.
  
 The start time is in 24 hour format. ​ The example below shows a Sunday service starting at 9:30am (with the transcoder starting at 9:00am) and a longer Wednesday service starting at 7:00pm (with the transcoder starting at 6:30pm). The start time is in 24 hour format. ​ The example below shows a Sunday service starting at 9:30am (with the transcoder starting at 9:00am) and a longer Wednesday service starting at 7:00pm (with the transcoder starting at 6:30pm).
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 After you have added all your scheduled times, click "​Save"​ After you have added all your scheduled times, click "​Save"​
  
-{{:consoles_newlive.png?​nolink|}}+{{:transcoder_schedule1.png?​nolink|}}
  
 At the bottom, there is a "​Control"​ section that allows you to start the encoder manually (not on schedule) or extend the running time in the event of a service running longer than expected. At the bottom, there is a "​Control"​ section that allows you to start the encoder manually (not on schedule) or extend the running time in the event of a service running longer than expected.