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AliceFun
04-30-2015, 12:52 AM
Does anyone know how to take the incredible zoom that the Encoder has?I see that on any other site the image is normal but when i use the encoder it's zoomed in.Maybe some other encoder that is less cpu consuming but it doesnt affect my placement?
Some resolutions bring the cam closer, zooms in, try around different resolutions for input/output video.
sammii
04-30-2015, 01:59 AM
Does anyone know how to take the incredible zoom that the Encoder has?I see that on any other site the image is normal but when i use the encoder it's zoomed in.Maybe some other encoder that is less cpu consuming but it doesnt affect my placement?
The only time I have an issue with it zooming in too far is when I use the medium encoder settings instead of the recommended settings. Are you sure your settings are correct?
panzi
04-30-2015, 02:30 AM
Yes i use medium settings because recommended ones are too much for my pc.Input is :640*480 and output is :640*360.If i have the "maintain aspect ration"checked i cannot put the output also at 640*480.The encoder sets it to 640*360.I have downloaded the medium settings and saved the file on the encoder.I think everything is ok as far as the settings.The encoder takes a lot of my pc resources.My video is reasonable(not very great) the bitrate is good usually and round trip time is average or below average.I have an quad core pc(i3 equivalent) and i split my video with another site while on streamate.Is there any other encoder that could help me meaning no zoom in,less cpu,same placement?
If not than how can i make this encoder work without this zoom in?If i change the resolutions wouldnt this affect my video quality/site placement?
Thank you
BritishBecky
04-30-2015, 04:28 AM
Looks like SM has turned off the refreshing page thing to temp fix the bug that has been affecting the models online pages over the last few days. Will be interesting to see if that improves things.
Edit: The refreshing page is actually working now! Here's hoping SM is fixing their shit for us :)
seicento
04-30-2015, 04:32 AM
Yes i use medium settings because recommended ones are too much for my pc.Input is :640*480 and output is :640*360.If i have the "maintain aspect ration"checked i cannot put the output also at 640*480.The encoder sets it to 640*360.I have downloaded the medium settings and saved the file on the encoder.I think everything is ok as far as the settings.The encoder takes a lot of my pc resources.My video is reasonable(not very great) the bitrate is good usually and round trip time is average or below average.I have an quad core pc(i3 equivalent) and i split my video with another site while on streamate.Is there any other encoder that could help me meaning no zoom in,less cpu,same placement?
If not than how can i make this encoder work without this zoom in?If i change the resolutions wouldnt this affect my video quality/site placement?
Thank you
Maybe it isnt the resolution but this ?
What do u have it set it at ?
41531
JessRyan
04-30-2015, 07:05 AM
So I've got my period right now but I'm still wanting to cam because I need the money. I've read the tips and tricks on the forum about camming with your period but after fishing out a tampon for half an hour last night that got pushed up there way to high I've decided I'm just not down for penetration for a couple days. Should I lower my prices or put no penetration in my room topic? Are custies/potential custies going to resent me for this? I'm kinda worried.
I have to take the first 2 or 3 days of my period because I feel horrible and the flow is too heavy. I spend the time catching up with other things, cleaning or making videos/content for my manyvids site. I read some threads about this and went ahead and ordered the sea sponges for my light flow days and when I finally feel up to camming. I don't lower my rates, I just say in my topic, "light penetration only, fingers, spreading closeups" or "sorry no penetration today spreading closeups" Men know women have periods, when my custies ask why no penetration, I tell them, "it's that time of the month! I can only do so much. Show me some love, at least I'm not being bitchy" With a smile.. They are fine with it. Funny, I'm on my period too this week. ;-( But I work at least a couple days, I hate going a week without a paycheck.
JessRyan
04-30-2015, 07:09 AM
I forgot, try the "jade and pearl sea sponges" you can go directly to the site and I ordered the variety pack ultra soft ones. They are much better than a tampon and you can at least do finger penetration while they're in. Don't trim them too small. They are easier to remove too. At least for me they are.
hyori
04-30-2015, 07:23 AM
The FemmyCycle www.femmycycle.com is a really nice cup, it's rounded so it doesn't poke you like the Divacup. You can also do shallow penetration and it's soooo much easier to remove than a sponge or softcup. And you can even cam during medium flow days without any worry about leakage.
Tsepmet1
04-30-2015, 09:17 AM
Slow morning. *yawn*
scarlettbelle
04-30-2015, 11:54 AM
will I get in trouble for doing anything extra in a tv gold show? I just accepted an offer to only do a toy bj and pussy fuck.. but I also did anal fingering in the show cause I was really into it lol
Just make sure that it's an "anal allowed" show. I think they call it XXX? It says it at the top of the box when they send you the request. I almost always do anal in my Gold shows so they give me that option by default, but I know that at some point they had another type of show that didn't allow anal. This may have changed now that we're not technically being broadcast on TV though.
In general, it's fine to do anything extra that you think the guys will like. You could always use a more vague description if you want to go with the flow. But it's probably best to have a plan ahead of time so you can advertise the show properly and maximize $$$.
scarlettbelle
04-30-2015, 12:02 PM
So I've got my period right now but I'm still wanting to cam because I need the money. I've read the tips and tricks on the forum about camming with your period but after fishing out a tampon for half an hour last night that got pushed up there way to high I've decided I'm just not down for penetration for a couple days. Should I lower my prices or put no penetration in my room topic? Are custies/potential custies going to resent me for this? I'm kinda worried.
Don't change your pricing! I personally wouldn't even mention anything. If someone asks for a toy, just tell them that you're not able to do that today. If they're not interested they'll leave. No harm, no foul. You might be surprised by how many guys don't care if you're using fingers vs toys. I'm always bouncing back and forth between the two depending on how tired my arm is!
If you want to keep using toys while on your period, I recommend getting a smallish black dildo and/or getting good at using creative camera angles to give the appearance of deeper penetration.
I have extremely heavy periods, but I can usually work every day regardless. I've gotten *really* good at fishing out tampons and sea sponges. It just takes practice.
panzi
04-30-2015, 02:06 PM
Maybe it isnt the resolution but this ?
What do u have it set it at ?
41531
No it is not that!That is at 150% and it's fine.When i stay in front of my pc i see myself from top of my head till under my breasts on streamate while staying in the same position on any other site i see more(top of my head-panties) The video is zoomed in more than normal only on Encoder
panzi
04-30-2015, 02:15 PM
So I've got my period right now but I'm still wanting to cam because I need the money. I've read the tips and tricks on the forum about camming with your period but after fishing out a tampon for half an hour last night that got pushed up there way to high I've decided I'm just not down for penetration for a couple days. Should I lower my prices or put no penetration in my room topic? Are custies/potential custies going to resent me for this? I'm kinda worried.
When i have period i insert an ob and put the string a little inside and i use a red toy.Of course i won't penetrate like there is no tomorrow,just go slower and easy and it's fine.
PeterPan
04-30-2015, 07:43 PM
Is anyone else having streaming issues tonight?
For some reason, my video is out of sync with my real time movement. A bit slow. I guess, lagging.
I have my brand spanking new laptop and new logitech c90 pro camera for two days. No problems until tonight. Anyone experience the same thing tonight...on, like, good equipment.
Staples
04-30-2015, 07:47 PM
I've got great equipment and super fast internet and I've had some awful lag the last 2 times I've gotten on SM.
hyori
04-30-2015, 08:00 PM
Lag City all day for me too. I pack an i7 on 10/35 internet. Seriously, does SM have a Pentium running DOS as a server? Or are they using oxen to turn a stone wheel?
Staples
04-30-2015, 08:02 PM
Lag City all day for me too. I pack an i7 on 10/35 internet. Seriously, does SM have a Pentium running DOS as a server? Or are they using oxen to turn a stone wheel?
Me too i7 with 12 up 50 down internet wired not wifi but yet my turn around time is in the 400s
PeterPan
04-30-2015, 08:03 PM
I've got great equipment and super fast internet and I've had some awful lag the last 2 times I've gotten on SM.
Yeesh.
Well, my custos are telling me that I'm perfectly fine on their end, so I guess I don't have anything to be concerned over.
audritwo
04-30-2015, 08:10 PM
If been having lots of my regs telling me they are having connection issues. I keep telling them to report it to the site. If they aren't going to listen to us. I think they'll listen to the consumer.
JulyHot2009
04-30-2015, 08:54 PM
It is pretty hard for a foreign newbie to make money on this site, I was crazy days ago, but now I m much better, and wanto to appology and tk u girls for being so patiente with me,
On brazilian sites Im going very well! having some regular, I'm splitting cam two brazilian sites and sm
in six hours of work, two shifts, I did a lot of work on brazilian st and only one on sm (4,98$), guys get in get out without saying a word
I'm already at 65 dolars at sm, I hope to achieve 100 to finaly leave this site behind, it has been a waste of time for me, unfortunately
DancesWithSloths
05-01-2015, 01:45 AM
Lag City all day for me too. I pack an i7 on 10/35 internet. Seriously, does SM have a Pentium running DOS as a server? Or are they using oxen to turn a stone wheel?
Streamate server IRL
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euro_princess
05-01-2015, 03:36 AM
My best regular told me today that he can't use his account, because SM didn't make the transaction for his last show and it says that he owes them money, even if he has funds on his card...
I've heard of this problem a few months ago, hope doesn't last too long. Last time took several days to fix the system and do the payments.
Pearl_Sugar
05-01-2015, 03:38 AM
SM is a ghost town for me this week. Not only do I have no traffic sitting in row 2-3, but my regulars are telling me that they can't see my cam. :/
Bootsie
05-01-2015, 04:11 AM
Guys kept getting kicked out of my room, and I was lagging almost 15 seconds (FUCK!) I checked my roundtrip and the issue sure as fuck wasn't on my end, used the encoder same settings on cams.com no issues. I told all the guys complaining about issues to tell SM support.
Pearl_Sugar
05-01-2015, 04:15 AM
I told all the guys complaining about issues to tell SM support.
I do this too. I know multiple models that do. I seriously think support just doesn't exist anymore. lol
DancesWithSloths
05-01-2015, 05:20 AM
SM is a ghost town for me this week. Not only do I have no traffic sitting in row 2-3, but my regulars are telling me that they can't see my cam. :/
The only reason I'm going to log onto SM this weekend is that I've got daily pay on it. Indy and AW are actually paying my bills, whereas SM just takes up my time and drains my sparkle.
Making myself log on is really painful right now.
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
05-01-2015, 05:39 AM
I'm just glad you aren't double posting anymore. And also I'm happy that you calmed down a bit.
It is pretty hard for a foreign newbie to make money on this site, I was crazy days ago, but now I m much better, and wanto to appology and tk u girls for being so patiente with me,
On brazilian sites Im going very well! having some regular, I'm splitting cam two brazilian sites and sm
in six hours of work, two shifts, I did a lot of work on brazilian st and only one on sm (4,98$), guys get in get out without saying a word
I'm already at 65 dolars at sm, I hope to achieve 100 to finaly leave this site behind, it has been a waste of time for me, unfortunately
hyori
05-01-2015, 05:39 AM
Indy, my site and CB are rocking. SM is like that annoying coworker who is trying to sell you their gross home-made wine. No matter how many times you say no, they still try to tell you it tastes good.
PhatGirlDynomite!!!
05-01-2015, 06:42 AM
It's like the ex-boyfriend that did that "thing" you loved so much, but you know deep down he's bad for you. But here it is 3am phone rings. God Damn you Streamate why won't you just leave me alone. Let me live my life. (I woke up feeling extra silly)
Indy, my site and CB are rocking. SM is like that annoying coworker who is trying to sell you their gross home-made wine. No matter how many times you say no, they still try to tell you it tastes good.
Kitcatt
05-01-2015, 10:26 AM
This was the week of "where is everyone?" in my room. Like, even my hangout crowd was MIA. I've seen a ton of new handles dribbling slowly through my room but none sticking around long.
QueenBitch
05-01-2015, 10:34 AM
It's kinda dead for me, I'm bored so I'm taking a little break and raising my rates as high as I can at the moment, just to see what happens. who knows, right?
JessRyan
05-01-2015, 11:29 AM
Last week I had 2 "Ricks" in my guest chat that were there for a long time. Funny 2 guys both named "Rick" So after a couple hours of them sitting there I tried talked and talked to them, but no response, so I tried to ban them, but they seemed to both be stuck in guest chat. I logged off, logged back on and forgot about it. Today I look at my ban list and one of the Rick's is there, but I swear it says I banned him on Jan 1 1970?? WTF
MissQuirk
05-01-2015, 01:13 PM
Okay so. After a miscarriage and a car accident, and then like a month of not leaving my bed...I think I'm finally ready to cam again. I'm sure my placement is going to be balls. Any tips on making a comeback? I think I want to try to do some gold shows to build up new potential regs. Gonna make myself look and feel super cute so I exude 'spend money on me' confidence.
Gonna stay the fuck on for at least two hours. I know it's a small goal but whatever.
I miss having money >__>
SarahTime
05-01-2015, 03:18 PM
Last week I had 2 "Ricks" in my guest chat that were there for a long time. Funny 2 guys both named "Rick" So after a couple hours of them sitting there I tried talked and talked to them, but no response, so I tried to ban them, but they seemed to both be stuck in guest chat. I logged off, logged back on and forgot about it. Today I look at my ban list and one of the Rick's is there, but I swear it says I banned him on Jan 1 1970?? WTF
I have a ton of guys that show a ban date as Jan 1 1970 as well. It's been doing that on occasion as long as I've been on SM, since 2011.
kitte
05-01-2015, 05:06 PM
im so frustrated with this shit. I keep getting logged out, and guys keep getting kicked out. Im only $20 away from my nightly goal. DAMN streamate!
SarahTime
05-01-2015, 07:38 PM
WOW streamate is being bipolar again... $72 in my first 30 mins online! I hope the rest of the night is like this... I'm actually getting multiple people in private and they are staying. WTF is this?! I almost don't even know what to do! lol
Glamourmilf
05-01-2015, 07:50 PM
WOW streamate is being bipolar again... $72 in my first 30 mins online! I hope the rest of the night is like this... I'm actually getting multiple people in private and they are staying. WTF is this?! I almost don't even know what to do! lol
Same here! First 20 minutes on sm, and guys are just throwing money and tipping multiple times too! Love it!
Staples
05-01-2015, 08:15 PM
Well I'm just getting on so hopefully I have a good time! It is a Friday AND the first so probably lots of guys with paychecks tonight! Woot! I will stay online all night damn it. I want that money!
PeterPan
05-01-2015, 08:39 PM
How long does it normally take for SM to approve photos?
I uploaded and submitted a new set of photos two days ago.
hyori
05-01-2015, 09:18 PM
Well, according to astrology, it should be profitable this weekend due to the full moon falling on the beginning of the month. However, there are so many big sports events going on as well. Out of pure curiosity I might cam on Sunday just to see if this full moon theory is the truth.
AlyssaJane
05-02-2015, 12:52 AM
Well, according to astrology, it should be profitable this weekend due to the full moon falling on the beginning of the month. However, there are so many big sports events going on as well. Out of pure curiosity I might cam on Sunday just to see if this full moon theory is the truth.
Hahahaha I love the full moon theory. In my past vanilla jobs it's always been the craziest customers come out of the woodwork on a full moon. In streamate world I hope that means the super-kinky with $$$ to pay for it comes out of the woodwork. I love getting requests I don't mind honoring that surprise me.
Marina Starr
05-02-2015, 04:22 AM
I'm sorry to hear about your miscarriage. I don't think your placement would be as bad as you think. I would just work as much as you can. You've been through a lot, go easy on yourself :)
Okay so. After a miscarriage and a car accident, and then like a month of not
leaving my bed...I think I'm finally ready to cam again. I'm sure my placement is going to be balls. Any tips on making a comeback? I think I want to try to do some gold shows to build up new potential regs. Gonna make myself look and feel super cute so I exude 'spend money on me' confidence.
Gonna stay the fuck on for at least two hours. I know it's a small goal but whatever.
I miss having money >__>
JessRyan
05-02-2015, 08:06 AM
How long does it normally take for SM to approve photos?
I uploaded and submitted a new set of photos two days ago.
Same here. I uploaded about a half a dozen new pics to an album on SM Thursday and they're still not approved. My dozen or so Bio/profile pics got approved in less than 20 min! Still waiting on the album
Kaylee Fawkes
05-02-2015, 09:49 AM
Wow I haven't been logged in for a week and I got the 3 horrible tags! "really cute guy" "ugly face" "lies about show". lmao
Magical_Hoohah
05-02-2015, 10:06 AM
Okay so. After a miscarriage and a car accident, and then like a month of not leaving my bed...I think I'm finally ready to cam again. I'm sure my placement is going to be balls. Any tips on making a comeback? I think I want to try to do some gold shows to build up new potential regs. Gonna make myself look and feel super cute so I exude 'spend money on me' confidence.
Gonna stay the fuck on for at least two hours. I know it's a small goal but whatever.
I miss having money >__>
I'm sorry you went through all that, and I hope you're feeling better.
My advice for coming back is to get through your first 5 hours on SM as soon as you can. The algorithm doesn't start counting your "hours worked in the past 30 days" until you hit 5 hours. Once you get the 5 hours in, give it 24-48 hours and it will start counting it. I have always gotten a big placement bump when that happens. (It makes you wonder, if I get a big bump just for working 5 hours, how many models on there are not working even 5 hours a month?)
Kaylee Fawkes
05-02-2015, 10:10 AM
I know of at least one pretty trashy person that only cams when she needs bail money, so maybe it's girls like that? Who knows (not trying to be judgemental, sorry if I sound mean!)
AlyssaJane
05-02-2015, 10:42 AM
Wow I haven't been logged in for a week and I got the 3 horrible tags! "really cute guy" "ugly face" "lies about show". lmao
I got the lies about show tag too. Seems like when I get bad tags it's always directly following my denial to give them a free show.
Kaylee Fawkes
05-02-2015, 10:55 AM
I haven't even been online! I looked at my tags up to 2 days after my last session and there was nothing lol. Someone must be super bored. Or getting names from this thread. Or both.
Magical_Hoohah
05-02-2015, 11:22 AM
I know of at least one pretty trashy person that only cams when she needs bail money, so maybe it's girls like that? Who knows (not trying to be judgemental, sorry if I sound mean!)
LOL! I'm sure there are tons of reasons that models don't need to be on more than a few hours per month. I've taken numerous breaks from SM, and sometimes it's just because some other site is doing really well for me. Some people only need a few extra bucks here and there, and that's cool, too (although preferably it wouldn't be for extremely numerous bail payments!).
I was thinking more that it's kind of cool to know that not many of the models on SM are actually working regularly. There may be 1500 models online at a given time, but there must be a pretty high % of them that will show up one day and won't be back again until next month (if ever). It makes the "competition" seem a lot less competitive. It also makes it easier to see why just showing up regularly is such a big key to camming success.
Kaylee Fawkes
05-02-2015, 11:52 AM
staythefuckonstaythefuckonstaythefuckonstaythefuck on>_< So difficult when I'm only getting in and outs.