SUBJECT: STREAMING IN WIDESCREEN!
We are pleased to announce that we are switching to widescreen as our preferred video size! This switch should be easy for all performers and shouldn't require a new camera.
Over the next few weeks, performers who stream in widescreen and HD will start to get higher placement on the site. We'll let you know when this change happens. Read the instructions below and get set up as soon as possible!
HD External Encoder in Widescreen
If you use the HD Encoder, go to the HD Encoder page (*link to HD Endcoder page*) and download one of the new configuration files. There are two to choose from.
**Use the Recommended config file if you have a high quality camera that already has a setting for widescreen (16:9). Change the camera settings to widescreen, then follow the instructions for using the config file. (Popular cameras that will definitely work with this config file include the Logitech C920 and Logitech BCC950.)
**If you look stretched after you start to stream then this indicates your camera does not support widescreen, if this is the case you can use the Lower Quality config with any camera you currently use on streamate. This will put your video in widescreen, but the quality may not be as good.
**If you prefer to configure the encoder yourself, you can use the Manual Configuration instructions.
Try out the new files and see how they work with your camera! Contact performer support if you have any issues.
Internal Encoder in Widescreen
If you don't use the HD External Encoder, no problem. We'll be updating the Internal Encoder settings on the streaming page in the next few weeks. You won't have to do anything to see these changes.
Camera Recommendations
You don't need a new camera to stream in widescreen, but if you've been thinking of upgrading this could be a good opportunity! The better your camera, the better your stream will look. Remember, performers who use the HD Encoder and stream in widescreen will get the highest placement on the site.
Look for a camera that supports both HD and widescreen. We recommend checking out the Logitech C920 or Logitech BCC950. Both provide excellent quality streaming and are compatible with the HD Encoder.
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