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temptingmodel
06-04-2013, 06:15 PM
yes you can use the new settings with a i3. I used mine last night
I have an i3 so I use the lower settings, I'm still on the first page though (I think bc I have good upload speed?) usually somewhere in the middle. I have a C920 so I think I'm already in widescreen already?

Can I even do the new settings since I use the lower ones anyway? Sorry if this is a dumb question I'm just really confused...

I never got the email :( I think because I'm new

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 06:18 PM
i just tried to use the old settings 11 second lag so i tried the widescreen settings 4 second lag guess im stuck with it fuck u streammate just fuck u

Marina Starr
06-04-2013, 06:19 PM
I have the C910 as well. You have to open your Logitech Webcam Software, click on preferences and change it to widescreen instead of standards then use the new HD Encoder.

Umm I'm pretty sure I can't use the new settings w/ the c910 ... this is fucking annoying ... so I need to buy a new webcam for decent placement? Fuuuuuuuuuuuuck.

Marina Starr
06-04-2013, 06:24 PM
I'm still using my old setting for now. I'm too scared to change it. My placement hasn't changed :)

^ Thank you, Marina ... I'm still going to whine about the new settings ... but I'll use them to keep my placement up.

EternalRose
06-04-2013, 06:25 PM
I have the C910 as well. You have to open your Logitech Webcam Software, click on preferences and change it to widescreen instead of standards then use the new HD Encoder.

I've done that with my c910, well I keep it that way by default but I went back in and checked and the Logitech software is in widescreen. But when I start streaming it goes all zoomed and the lighting goes to shit, its a pain cause im super ocd about that stuff and no matter the tweaking it just plain looks bad. Super frustrating.

Marina Starr
06-04-2013, 06:28 PM
Have you try playing with the video setting in the encoder? Like brightness, contract, saturation, etc...

I've done that with my c910, well I keep it that way by default but I went back in and checked and the Logitech software is in widescreen. But when I start streaming it goes all zoomed and the lighting goes to shit, its a pain cause im super ocd about that stuff and no matter the tweaking it just plain looks bad. Super frustrating.

EternalRose
06-04-2013, 06:34 PM
Have you try playing with the video setting in the encoder? Like brightness, contract, saturation, etc...

Yeah I can get the lighting tolerable though i had to upgrade to a really fucking bright bulb, makes my head hurt. But I cant figure out what/why it keeps zooming in, it even gets kinda pixely like when I use the logitech software to zoom in but its zoomed all the way out. Hrmm... OH! maybe it has to do with the resolution its set to I think its at optimized 720p* ill try maxing it out to the 1080P when I cam tonight and see if that makes a difference. Totally didn't think about that.

Billabong
06-04-2013, 07:25 PM
Decided to download the encoder and get it configured just to see how it worked for me. Signed on to member account just to see how it looked from their perspective and squealed when I saw that I had 5 stars woohoo!

I was only signed in for a minute to test things out and my CPU and right away 6 guys spilled into my room all at once. Noice! Maybe I'm on my way to a turn around. Gonna try to use encoder for awhile and see if I can get goldshows soon. Now I only have classic and party.

How can I stream on other sites while using the SM encoder? Would I have to download SplitCam or ManyCam or something? I'm a bit confused on how that'd work because right now the screen shows up black for other sites.

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 07:34 PM
^ congrats on 5 stars i saw ur post u were like HOW ?! WTF

SoloDesire
06-04-2013, 07:40 PM
Yes Billabong...you need to download manycam or splitcam and pick that as your camera source in the encoder and in the other sites.

Billabong
06-04-2013, 08:08 PM
^ congrats on 5 stars i saw ur post u were like HOW ?! WTF

Thank you so much! I thought I'd never get it lol


Yes Billabong...you need to download manycam or splitcam and pick that as your camera source in the encoder and in the other sites.

Thank you. Trying it out now.

Thank you guys for being so patient with me and my newb questions and giddiness. I appreciate it so much.

sexyred
06-04-2013, 08:08 PM
You will not be able to run splitting software with the new widescreen settings, as far as I know.....

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 08:22 PM
how do u get different pix to show up like on a randomizer if you have more then one pik in ur profile? I've noticed some models have one pik thats always the same when they have more then one pik in their profile and others change everyday it seems.

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 08:31 PM
r u guys having an issue with guys getting booted out of free chat the seconf they get in? a few of my good regs are having issues they keep poping in and out and i keep seeing the same new faces come in and out like 3-4 times in a row

sexyred
06-04-2013, 08:36 PM
r u guys having an issue with guys getting booted out of free chat the seconf they get in? a few of my good regs are having issues they keep poping in and out and i keep seeing the same new faces come in and out like 3-4 times in a row


Yep! Sigh.

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 08:54 PM
im $4 away from halfway to my daily goal im tuffing it out till i make it. or i cant keep my eyes open.

Snowy0Star
06-04-2013, 08:57 PM
when i get my new comp upgraded enuf to split im going to try my hand at streamray.

LaceyCummings
06-04-2013, 09:27 PM
Has anyone had any luck broadcasting in widescreen with a C9000?

h0ttie
06-04-2013, 10:32 PM
uggggggggh streamate. i hate that things like this effect our placement. its so stupid, we earn our placement. why have girls placed lower just because she's not using widescreen? i understand that they want to place girls that offer the best experience first but most guys don't even pay attention to this shit!! if guys decide they LOVE widescreen SOOOOO MUCH then soon enough only widescreen models will be on top, let girls decide to upgrade on their own!

since now i'm annoyed let me keep going lol...
this also gets to me with the encoder,why do they give better placement when you use the encoder? better experience for the customer? not really ..most of us have lag issues / connection issues that we wouldn't have without using it. Does it help cam quality...a little? but it makes 0 sense that a girl could be using the encoder/lagging/outdated webcam and placed MUCH higher than a girl streaming in HD without the encoder/not lagging/using the clearest cam ever

anyway i guess at least they gave us a warning and it's not effecting placement immediately.

and i realllllly hope there is a way to get the 9000 to work in widescreen. i will seriously cry if i can't use my 9000 lol
i have the c920 but it makes everything look so dull compared to my 9000. even playing with the color settings i can't get it to look half as good.

sexyred
06-05-2013, 12:27 AM
Honestly, the glitches and problems with the settings seems to be ok now. My night is slow, but I'm still on track to make my HARD goal. So don't get discouraged by tech stuff.

EternalRose
06-05-2013, 01:09 AM
Yeah I can get the lighting tolerable though i had to upgrade to a really fucking bright bulb, makes my head hurt. But I cant figure out what/why it keeps zooming in, it even gets kinda pixely like when I use the logitech software to zoom in but its zoomed all the way out. Hrmm... OH! maybe it has to do with the resolution its set to I think its at optimized 720p* ill try maxing it out to the 1080P when I cam tonight and see if that makes a difference. Totally didn't think about that.


Yup that was my problem, worked for a few hours no problemo. So if your having issues with a c910 and the new settings making it all zoomed in and weird make sure the little drop-down box in the logitech software under the widescreen check-box is set to max 1080p if anyone else is having that issue.

Also randomly noticed if i tried to use the logitech software to zoom my cam the frame in the encoder would just freeze until i closed it completely and restarted, dunno why or if anyone else has had a similar problem, just thought i'd mention it.

lol at quoting myself xD

amanda121
06-05-2013, 01:14 AM
Oh now I did a research and my cam actually does support 16:9, it just doesn't support 864x480! And now I don't know if I could just use next 16:9 resolution available instead of 864X480, it's 1024x576, but then also my output size changes to 860X484. And my stream is freezing today even with old settings. F*** u, Streamate!!

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 01:19 AM
Oh now I did a research and my cam actually does support 16:9, it just doesn't support 864x480! And now I don't know if I could just use next 16:9 resolution available instead of 864X480, it's 1024x576, but then also my output size changes to 860X484. And my stream is freezing today even with old settings. F*** u, Streamate!!

i know they did something without the widescreen settings i have an 11 sec lag and with it i have a 4 sec lag

gingerstripper
06-05-2013, 02:31 AM
> Thank you for writing. That means your cam does not support it. If you wish to use it, we recommend using one of the cameras we suggest in the FAQ. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist with.


this is what i got from sm support


I have the c920 webcam, so in their message that was sent out...it should "definitely" work. I tried to do it manually but the input size does not have the selection that they want me to change it to. When i try to change the number on the output size it does not let me add it in, but automatically changes it. Any ideas ladies?

SweetieBelle
06-05-2013, 04:24 AM
Well, I don't feel too bad. Pretty much nobody in my niche has been getting shows for the past few hours. I remember reading Wednesdays are slow. I'll blame that. I should seriously just take the rest of the day off. 3 days of camathons and not much money to show for it has me tired. BUT I haven't given up, that's for sure. I like this job, and I'm going to keep doing it. Besides, I'm still pretty much a noob. I will build up my fan base, fine tune everything, and it's all good. Better days ahead, for sure!

I am le tired and going to le bed. *fluffs hair*

temptingmodel
06-05-2013, 05:35 AM
knock on wood but the encoder settings are not a issue here

I dont have the best upload (fuck you roadrunner and your fucking "turbo")
I am on a i7 that was just wiped clean and a c920
Honestly, the glitches and problems with the settings seems to be ok now. My night is slow, but I'm still on track to make my HARD goal. So don't get discouraged by tech stuff.

amanda121
06-05-2013, 06:08 AM
> Thank you for writing. That means your cam does not support it. If you wish to use it, we recommend using one of the cameras we suggest in the FAQ. Please let us know if there is anything else we can assist with.


this is what i got from sm support


I have the c920 webcam, so in their message that was sent out...it should "definitely" work. I tried to do it manually but the input size does not have the selection that they want me to change it to. When i try to change the number on the output size it does not let me add it in, but automatically changes it. Any ideas ladies?

I tried to put 1024x576(that's the next 16:9 resolution my cam supports) and I was awfully freezing, and also my placement went waaay down. Now I tried Lower settings for widescreen resolution and it's ok, no freezing, the same placement etc., but the stream looks blurry.

Now I don't know if thats only the cam issue, and if I get this c920 will be ok, or can also be my upload/computer. I have i5 with 3.2 ghz processor speed, 4 gb ram(cpu usage during streaming is around 35%), but only 0.9 upload speed. I don't know if the freezing I had was because settings weren't right or I just don't have enough upload/i7 to run it. I would hate to buy new cam and than still have issues. Is there anyone who has the right cam but not so good upload and computer? Are these new settings working for you?

I'm so sad right now, I bought this new i5 laptop 2 months ago and thought it would be ok for SM, and now this...:(

Jinja
06-05-2013, 06:39 AM
If anyone if interested in buying a 920, Amazon has them on sale for 72.99. If you are a prime member, you get free 2 day shipping.

Marina Starr
06-05-2013, 06:48 AM
You can do it! Why is it that the last few dollars are always the hardest? Maybe it's because my frustration shows through, lol!
I peeked into your room for a few secs yesterday and I just wanted to let you know you're adorable!

im $4 away from halfway to my daily goal im tuffing it out till i make it. or i cant keep my eyes open.

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 06:57 AM
You can do it! Why is it that the last few dollars are always the hardest? Maybe it's because my frustration shows through, lol!
I peeked into your room for a few secs yesterday and I just wanted to let you know you're adorable!

ur thax how did u know i was on were u lurking in free chat ?

anonymous camgirl
06-05-2013, 06:59 AM
I know!! grrr.. i just tried it out and it doesnt work.. i even tried 800x600 i think it was.. that isn't wide screen either.. I am so not happy about that.. I do not make enough money to only work on SM... just not gonna happen and i am on the first page too!


You will not be able to run splitting software with the new widescreen settings, as far as I know.....

Marina Starr
06-05-2013, 07:09 AM
Yes I was and your pic on SM is the same as here :)
I wanna talk like you. Please teach me :)

ur thax how did u know i was on were u lurking in free chat ?

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 07:18 AM
Yes I was and your pic on SM is the same as here :)
I wanna talk like you. Please teach me :)

ur joking right? lol

Marina Starr
06-05-2013, 07:19 AM
No I'm dead serious :)

ur joking right? lol

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 07:21 AM
No I'm dead serious :)
like my voice or how i flirt ?

Marina Starr
06-05-2013, 07:23 AM
Both, BB :)

like my voice or how i flirt ?

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 07:26 AM
Both, BB :)

flirting i just pretend like im a sweet girl with a dirty side my voice i make it a bit higher pitched then my normal everyday voice so i sound cute spunky and upbeat

sexyred
06-05-2013, 10:34 AM
I think there is where the i7 comes in handy. I have an i7 too, and can definitely see how some computers can't handle the strain of the new settings.



knock on wood but the encoder settings are not a issue here

I dont have the best upload (fuck you roadrunner and your fucking "turbo")
I am on a i7 that was just wiped clean and a c920

SarahTime
06-05-2013, 11:22 AM
I have not used the new settings yet because I hate the look of wide screen for camming. I can only assume they are requiring the widescreen as another part of the TV stuff, or mobile applications. I have had A LOT of mobile customers lately.

And really, I would be surprised if the widescreen part of this REALLY played into placement that much. There are still a ton of other factors that are going to play into our placement, it would be very surprising if widescreen put you more than a couple spots from where you are now. I doubt anyone from page 5 is going to be in row 1 simply by using widescreen, or anyone from row 1 will go to page 5 because they don't use it. Ya know?

Anyway, It was super busy for me both day time and night time yesterday. I was in private non stop and made a few gold show goals, so hey at least that's good!

Cam_Model_Jess
06-05-2013, 12:06 PM
how do u get different pix to show up like on a randomizer if you have more then one pik in ur profile? I've noticed some models have one pik thats always the same when they have more then one pik in their profile and others change everyday it seems.

You can't have them automatically change. Some of those girls might just have auto-capture on & that's what you're seeing. Or they're changing their pic a few times per shift. That's easy to do. Since you should always have more than one tab of SM open, just go to your profile on the 2nd tab and change the pic yourself (they all have to be approved ahead of time, but then you click "Edit" next to "My Profile Picture" (above your pic), then "Make Primary Photo" underneath whichever photo you want to be your bio pic).

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 12:11 PM
You can't have them automatically change. Some of those girls might just have auto-capture on & that's what you're seeing. Or they're changing their pic a few times per shift. That's easy to do. Since you should always have more than one tab of SM open, just go to your profile on the 2nd tab and change the pic yourself (they all have to be approved ahead of time, but then you click "Edit" next to "My Profile Picture" (above your pic), then "Make Primary Photo" underneath whichever photo you want to be your bio pic).

O ok ive been toying with the idea of adding more pix in my profile to change my icon on the model listings the only pik i have in my profile is the same one im using on SW and its set to static thax =^y^=

Snowy0Star
06-05-2013, 12:27 PM
the site is glitching again im getting guys being booted out of free the second they get in

qurl
06-05-2013, 01:04 PM
I logged into SM today, after taking a day off from camming and my admirer/heart number is magically about 250 more? Was it just glitching before and not showing me my real number? Weird, but I'll take it!
Next order of business, figuring out this widescreen.
I need a widescreen cam for it to work properly, that's for sure.

ETA: I think I'm going with the C920

gingerstripper
06-05-2013, 01:16 PM
I got the widescreen to work. im loving it.

Mare
06-05-2013, 02:01 PM
I have the C910 as well. You have to open your Logitech Webcam Software, click on preferences and change it to widescreen instead of standards then use the new HD Encoder.
marina I couldn't thank you enough for this. I haven't done it yet, but I was thinking fuckity fuck, I have to get a new cam. I have the C910 also. Your post just made me too happy!! So thank You!!

CinnimonKiss
06-05-2013, 02:02 PM
I used the new settings last night and most guys seem to like it. It made my picture a LOT clearer, crazy clear. lol the only downside in my opinion is it makes your screen more scrunched you know, they cant see as much of you length wise...haha..

BUT it does make your cam look very nice ;)

Was a litte glitchy too..but whats new?! SM always seems to have connection problems.

Marina Starr
06-05-2013, 02:26 PM
I'm so glad! You may have to get a new cam but why not see if what you're using is working so you won't have to spend more money.

marina I couldn't thank you enough for this. I haven't done it yet, but I was thinking fuckity fuck, I have to get a new cam. I have the C910 also. Your post just made me too happy!! So thank You!!

amanda121
06-05-2013, 02:42 PM
I got the widescreen to work. im loving it.

May I ask how did u get it to work? I have problems with input/output size too.

JaneBurgess
06-05-2013, 03:05 PM
I had it on widescreen yesterday and every single customer bitched how they hated it. They are not going to like when we all have to use it. It is going to be a bit hard to get used to.

LittleSexBunny
06-05-2013, 03:36 PM
Okay, so i really hate to buy a new webcam if i don't have to... I have the logitech HD C615. And i cant get the new encoder settings to work. I have this option to to "quick capture" pictures and videos with it. And when i bring that up, i can do both in widescreen without a problem. Its just not working with the encoder.... Does anyone else have this camera? I need some help ladies. Please :)