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    I was about to ask what computer specs are

    sm requires some high end shit to run that encoder

    as a geek tech asked me once "are you guys launching rocket ships to space?"

    the answer is yes, sm is a whole different world

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    Quote Originally Posted by farrah_tinytot View Post
    I don't think I can describe the encoder issues better than above, and apparently it's not just me since other people are having the same issue, so for now I'm going to assume something funky is just going on and possibly a glitch. Everything is there, including the start button, but it's dim and I can't click on it.

    I've filled out my application for MFC; as far as SM goes, I'm not sure what's happening because I'll go hours at a time without anyone in my room at all. Then there are peak times when I get a few nibbles but no one serious about going into private. I realize there are slow times, just like there are hours of fluctuation in dancing, but I just wanted to clarify that what I'm experiencing is normal---because you can't get any slower than 0 customers present.
    Hours at a time with no one in your room is not normal. :-/ Something is up with your stream or something...

    What tempting said make sure the box stream to flash media saver is checked. I know people have issues, but it's usually a user error, a missed step, something along those lines. Or maybe a not powerful enough computer but the green Start button should still be lit up even if your computer is not up to speed.
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    Depends on placement, 0 customers for along time is a real thing even on streamate if you're on the back pages. I've been there.

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    Im not being a smartass or calling anyone dumb lol disclaimer

    are you guys clicking start show from sm
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    entering the given codes in the fms and stream boxes?
    then click start?

    lol guess who struggled w that when first switched to the encoder? thats why i ask

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    Yes to all for myself. And it's cool cause right now I feel like a dumbass lol! I even went in manually and set it up for the dinosaur computers but still no good. I really do appreciate all the help tho, fo real.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Busygirl View Post
    Depends on placement, 0 customers for along time is a real thing even on streamate if you're on the back pages. I've been there.
    Hmm yah that's why I asked what her placement is like. :-/

    Quote Originally Posted by temptingmodel View Post
    Im not being a smartass or calling anyone dumb lol disclaimer

    are you guys clicking start show from sm
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    entering the given codes in the fms and stream boxes?
    then click start?

    lol guess who struggled w that when first switched to the encoder? thats why i ask
    Totally did this too at first!
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    yes to both of the links...and what sort of factors might affect my placement? Aside from the encoder

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    Quote Originally Posted by farrah_tinytot View Post
    yes to both of the links...and what sort of factors might affect my placement? Aside from the encoder
    Check the "my ranking" and "daily time online" pages inside the model admin. That's a good place to start.
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    I am not sure it has the highest paying traffic of all cam sites. The performers on LJ seem to make a shitload more then most of us. I think you make money when you find a site that works for you.


    Quote Originally Posted by SarahTime View Post
    Well... if you think traffic is dead on SM you won't likely be pleased with any other site except maybe MFC but you're almost guaranteed to have to use voice AND do shows IN FREE CHAT, for everyone to see even non payers, to make a decent living. SM has the highest paying traffic of all the other cam sites... I think most of us can agree on this because it's just how it is.

    I'm not sure how long you've been camming but slow times are just part of the business. Everyone has the same issue with guys coming in and out and not staying... I've been doing this so long I don't even notice anymore.

    Do you know what your placement is like?

    What issue are you having with the encoder? I never really understand this because the encoder is pretty cut and dry if you follow the set up instructions.

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    I think if you are new and not on the top few pages, hardly any traffic would be normal. Plus it depends what you put on your kinks and categories. You have to earn your way to a higher page.

    Stripping and camming are different hustles. I have seen many strippers fail on cam and vice versa.

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    I feel that it's within my comfort zone, which is a pleasant surprise, and when people are actually in my room, I don't seem to have much of a problem....it's just getting them into the damn room lol it's frustrating. I've heard of dancers floundering when they switch to camming but I feel somewhat confident with it at the moment. I'll try switching up my categories and kinks a bit to attract a different crowd

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    Quote Originally Posted by JaneBurgess View Post
    I am not sure it has the highest paying traffic of all cam sites. The performers on LJ seem to make a shitload more then most of us. I think you make money when you find a site that works for you.
    Ehh, yah I agree it's about finding the site that works for you. BUT...I don't think that most of the performers on LJ make more than most of SM models. Not at all. The top performers on LJ make a SHIT LOAD but they also have a lot of factors that play into why they make so much. Mostly working nearly non stop, and being in high quality studios.

    But it's obviously going to be different for each person, I just think you could ask pretty much anyone who has tried both sites and they will say they make more on SM. Just a guess tho.
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    Quote Originally Posted by hyori View Post
    Did you d/l the streamate xml settings file? Save to your desktop then go to FILE - load profile, find the desktop .xml file with SM settings and load it up.

    Go to the SM chat settings, drop down to Encoder. Press start chat, a window will pop up, cut and paste the urls into the appropriate spots in the encoder. Press "CONNECT". Then press "START" in the encoder.
    You don't push connect.....only the green start button. Just a one button click and not two.

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    ^^ Oh? I press connect and then start...should I not? Never really had an issue streaming though

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    Quote Originally Posted by SimoneGray View Post
    ^^ Oh? I press connect and then start...should I not? Never really had an issue streaming though
    That's strange that you've never had a problem. When I first started on SM and made the mistake of hitting the connect button my feed would always mess up and I'd get knocked off. You only need to hit the start button

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    Did you make sure you have your webcam turned on first before hitting the green start button? It's different for a cam vs built in.

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    My PC sucks and cannot run the encoder. That may be your problem, I was running into these same issues when I tried to do so.

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    Ok. Don't scream at me, BUT, I figured out what the trouble is. LMAO. I kept saying my start button was DIM right? Uh no, it was being covered by my windows bar at the bottom of my screen which is translucent. I double clicked the encoder page to raise the start button up above the bar, and BOOM I could start. It was lit the entire time, but my bar was blocking/covering it. SMFH at myself!!!! I feel STUPID. But yay for my computer not being totally ancient!! WOOT!

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    Lmao! Glad it's fixed! Now you'll have decent placement and turn on your mic

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    Everyone else has already given good advice, but I say for your sanity's sake, turn off the notifications on SM for when people enter your room. It gets very discouraging after a while seeing/hearing all of the people come it and then leave, so I just got rid of that and it has done me a lot of good.

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    If someone said this already, sorry! OP, you are way underestimating the difference audio will make. It is a BIG DEAL. BIG. You have to deal with the anxiety and just face it. I have anxiety, too so I get it. Pop a Xanax or whatever you have to do, but you need audio. The guys have to connect with you and they just can't do it if you never speak to them. You'd be surprised how much you can make off of simply talking and conversing with them. Lastly, if you just can't do the audio thing, don't bother trying MFC. I don't say that to be mean, I say it because you will be sorely disappointed if you try it with no audio. Take our advice
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    Quote Originally Posted by KimKlass View Post
    You'd be surprised how much you can make off of simply talking and conversing with them.

    I have had plenty of custies throw gold just because of something I have randomly said.
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    Do you know of any sites that actually have conversion rates? I know we can see traffic but it would be nice to see how much of the traffic actually buys or tips.


    Quote Originally Posted by SarahTime View Post
    Ehh, yah I agree it's about finding the site that works for you. BUT...I don't think that most of the performers on LJ make more than most of SM models. Not at all. The top performers on LJ make a SHIT LOAD but they also have a lot of factors that play into why they make so much. Mostly working nearly non stop, and being in high quality studios.

    But it's obviously going to be different for each person, I just think you could ask pretty much anyone who has tried both sites and they will say they make more on SM. Just a guess tho.

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    Omg I feel so stupid right now! LMAO I moved my encoder window around and realized my start button was also hidden behind my windows bar...thanks reversecowgirl! I honestly wouldn't have thought of that without you! XD

    Ok, the encoder should be fine now, I'm going to invest in a better webcam aaaaand yes, I'm going to crack and buy a mic. I'll just do what I do at the club and drink until I'm clever.

    Also I've signed up for mygirlfund; their whole replying to emails thing might not be a LOT of money, but it's a source I can tuck away and forget about til a rainy day. And if I'm not mistaken, you can sell clips there too? So yeah, I'm exploring a few different avenues.

    My goal with camming, EVENTUALLY and once it's well established, is to make $300 a day. Is that reasonable? Obviously not expecting much until I start getting better placement and experience.

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    If your hoping AW is going to be better traffic wise or earnings wise then you're in for a huge disappointment. Out of MFC, SM, LJ, AW is the lowest traffic site.
    Ive worked on adultwork for few years now and ive never seen it so shit.

    Cant wait to leave.

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