View Full Version : Splitcam Guide for newbies
Ladybuggie
03-17-2022, 10:52 AM
Hey all! Just a heads up in case some people don't know (although maybe it's me who's late to the party), I've found a super easy way to split your stream for free with OBS, much better settings than Verysoft too!
I was tinkering around with the Verysoft splitter a few days ago because I was having annoying problems with it (for example, when my laptop was unplugged, the camera lagged massively, even though it was being run by my dedicated graphics card)... I tried everything, but it was not working the way I wanted.
Well, I looked at other possible streaming software options, but they were all kinda crappy/complicated/expensive, and then I wondered if I could use my OBS to splitcam, so I did a little googling. Well, turns out that the new OBS broadcaster has a free downloadable plugin that lets you use OBS as a camera source.
I downloaded it, I opened "Tools" in the menu, I selected the bottom option "Virtualcam", and just like that, it works as a camera that every site and program I use recognises (SM, Adultwork, Skype, etc.). Since it's the OBS itself that you're using, there's tons of settings and options. I'm loving it so much more than verysoft!
Anyway, hope this helps someone! x
Coolbeans
03-27-2022, 04:01 PM
This will def help someone out there! For the life of me I could not figure out how to get OBS to work with Streamate. Then one day I was like "no" I am going to figure this out and just started clicking things and alls I had to do was turn on "virtual Cam" in my defense I don't think that easy option was there back when I was first trying to connect it.
OBS rules!! It can be very intimidating at first but love the software plus its FREE!!
RetroGhetto
07-17-2022, 03:32 PM
Hi guys, get this is a slightly old(ish) thread but what is OBS? Sorry if I sound silly, I'm starting back with SM in the next few days but would like to split with AW. I've just bought a new laptop and lighting so could do without buying another laptop at this current moment! Thanks :)
izshadow
08-12-2022, 12:29 PM
Can we split OBS or even manycams with SMConnect? I thought SMConnect made it where we couldnt and that was the point of it, to try to stop split camming.
Erika_Xstacy
08-12-2022, 02:56 PM
Can we split OBS or even manycams with SMConnect? I thought SMConnect made it where we couldnt and that was the point of it, to try to stop split camming.
i use obs virtual camera fine
it is when you use the external encoder that messes us up
Coolbeans
10-05-2022, 01:38 PM
If anyone could help me with this very weird problem it would be amazing!!
So I split 2 sites and also have Skype running. When I receive a Skype I will put sites to break/pvt. The problems starts when I start a Skype show my screen turns green and makes 3 of me! In Skype you can use the obs virtual cam just like the sites.
To avoid a green fuzzy tripled me, I have to completely end sites and exit out of OBS so I can complete a Skype show. Its so annoying!!! To have to stop sites exit obs then get it back up and restart my sites its such a freakin pain!
I have even posted this problem in obs forum and nothing. Has anyone experienced this? I cannot figure it out!
littlewhitelies
10-14-2022, 01:15 PM
If anyone could help me with this very weird problem it would be amazing!!
So I split 2 sites and also have Skype running. When I receive a Skype I will put sites to break/pvt. The problems starts when I start a Skype show my screen turns green and makes 3 of me! In Skype you can use the obs virtual cam just like the sites.
To avoid a green fuzzy tripled me, I have to completely end sites and exit out of OBS so I can complete a Skype show. Its so annoying!!! To have to stop sites exit obs then get it back up and restart my sites its such a freakin pain!
I have even posted this problem in obs forum and nothing. Has anyone experienced this? I cannot figure it out!
I might be talking out of my ass here, but it seems like Skype is detecting 3 virtual cam inputs instead of just 1. There is probably a more elegant technical solution, but having a second webcam just for Skype might fix it? That way it has its own dedicated camera and isn't connected to the virtual cams at all.
minniesoporno
11-09-2022, 05:59 AM
Hey all! Just a heads up in case some people don't know (although maybe it's me who's late to the party), I've found a super easy way to split your stream for free with OBS, much better settings than Verysoft too!
I was tinkering around with the Verysoft splitter a few days ago because I was having annoying problems with it (for example, when my laptop was unplugged, the camera lagged massively, even though it was being run by my dedicated graphics card)... I tried everything, but it was not working the way I wanted.
Well, I looked at other possible streaming software options, but they were all kinda crappy/complicated/expensive, and then I wondered if I could use my OBS to splitcam, so I did a little googling. Well, turns out that the new OBS broadcaster has a free downloadable plugin that lets you use OBS as a camera source.
I downloaded it, I opened "Tools" in the menu, I selected the bottom option "Virtualcam", and just like that, it works as a camera that every site and program I use recognises (SM, Adultwork, Skype, etc.). Since it's the OBS itself that you're using, there's tons of settings and options. I'm loving it so much more than verysoft!
Anyway, hope this helps someone! x
Is there a youtube video of this setting ??
izshadow
11-16-2022, 10:04 PM
I have manycams on my computer and finally pulled it up both on SM and MFC at the same time! Holy intimidating seeing yourself in two places.
I didn't log in to either site at the same time but I was excited to see I figured it out. Anyways, is there a way to get the manycams logo to disappear? I'll google but figured I would ask here to.
Cutie101
11-19-2022, 03:13 AM
Hey all! Just a heads up in case some people don't know (although maybe it's me who's late to the party), I've found a super easy way to split your stream for free with OBS, much better settings than Verysoft too!
I was tinkering around with the Verysoft splitter a few days ago because I was having annoying problems with it (for example, when my laptop was unplugged, the camera lagged massively, even though it was being run by my dedicated graphics card)... I tried everything, but it was not working the way I wanted.
Well, I looked at other possible streaming software options, but they were all kinda crappy/complicated/expensive, and then I wondered if I could use my OBS to splitcam, so I did a little googling. Well, turns out that the new OBS broadcaster has a free downloadable plugin that lets you use OBS as a camera source.
I downloaded it, I opened "Tools" in the menu, I selected the bottom option "Virtualcam", and just like that, it works as a camera that every site and program I use recognises (SM, Adultwork, Skype, etc.). Since it's the OBS itself that you're using, there's tons of settings and options. I'm loving it so much more than verysoft!
Anyway, hope this helps someone! x
Yeah Verysoft is fucking with me too, I am trying to stream in 1080p on all sites and camera is lagging like crazy. I have an i9 9900k processor, 3 GB graphics card and 40GB of RAM, I mean... it runs pretty smooth. That would be amazing, to run OBS everywhere!
The only problem I have, is that I can't see myself in the streaming window. Is it normal?
EDIT: Nevermind, I had to click on "start virtual camera". Dumb dumb.
SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!! GOD BLESS YOU!!! I fucking meaning, altough I am an atheist, but... GOD BLESS you!!! I am streaming on 5 sites with my CPU at only 35% In 1080p!! No camera lag!!! WTF is this sorcerry?!?!?!?!
Thank you so so so so so so much!!!!!
Unfortunately I can't stream on Jasmin because their maximum res is 720p, altough I can select OBS VC as a source, my res is 1080p. Nevermind, they will upgrade to 1080p soon. Oh well. Thanks again!
Cutie101
11-23-2022, 04:45 AM
Bumping this:
I CONFIRM. OBS can be used as a splitter and it takes very little resources. I didn't have to install absolutely anything, I just updated to the current version and I have a "Start Virtual Camera" button, under the Start Streaming/ Recording buttons. All you have to do is to start virtual camera, you don't even have to start broadcast. And you will be able to select OBS Virtual camera, as a source, on any site.
Currently I am using the OBS via Shine browser for MFC, Stripchat and Chaturbate and the OBS Virtual camera for camcontacts and loyalfans. So I am on 5 sites, in 1080p. Streaming flawlessly and with CPU in 35%. I said above my specs. If I build a new PC next year, I think the CPU will stay in 25% haha.
So, bye bye Verysoft. You have served me well.
Ladybuggie
12-02-2022, 11:07 AM
Ah I only just saw the replies to my post! You're very welcome! =D I thought I might be just repeating something everybody knew so I'm glad it served some people! I still use OBS virtual camera to splitcam in the same way, but I might as well not be using it right now with how dead it's been for me all around =___)
Any good recommendations for other sites to split with/ indie eggs? I need a new source of income this month like, BADLY
Cutie101
12-03-2022, 02:36 AM
Ah I only just saw the replies to my post! You're very welcome! =D I thought I might be just repeating something everybody knew so I'm glad it served some people! I still use OBS virtual camera to splitcam in the same way, but I might as well not be using it right now with how dead it's been for me all around =___)
Any good recommendations for other sites to split with/ indie eggs? I need a new source of income this month like, BADLY
Hmmm, depends on what sites are you on. I gave up on streamate and their shit percentage. Stripchat seems to be a good site, I like it and i try to raise on it, for example.
minniesoporno
12-16-2022, 07:06 AM
How do you handle the sound effects while you split.
I'm splitting with imlive and streamate it's the most my current computer can handle.
I want to split but I don't want to hear all the sound effects.
Cutie101
12-16-2022, 08:39 AM
How do you handle the sound effects while you split.
I'm splitting with imlive and streamate it's the most my current computer can handle.
I want to split but I don't want to hear all the sound effects.
On Jasmin I have everything muted, except the tip sounds. Because it has it's own software, I can see if they say something because the icon gets a highlight in the taskbar. And I also have the window in my face, haha.
On freemium sites, I use the shine browser and I simply lowered the sound in the PC sound mixer. Try to deactivate sounds like members coming in the room, going out, typing, etc. Where you can. I know on imlive it resests everytime you close the window, which can be a pain in the ass. Just keep the pvt/ tip sounds on and try to lower the volume in the sounds mixer.
I hope it helps.
Coolbeans
12-17-2022, 10:07 AM
I might be talking out of my ass here, but it seems like Skype is detecting 3 virtual cam inputs instead of just 1. There is probably a more elegant technical solution, but having a second webcam just for Skype might fix it? That way it has its own dedicated camera and isn't connected to the virtual cams at all.
Been awhile but I did an update for OBS awhile back and my problem is solved! So now when I’m live on other sites no more stopping streams to take calls yayy. Maybe just a glitch I was having?