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Message started by Dave Smith on 06/26/19 at 11:27:54

Title: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 06/26/19 at 11:27:54

Hey Guys! Sorry if there is a topic like this but I could not find one.

Can someone explain to me what all is needed and how to set it up so that I can stream on twitch.

A video would be awesome!

Thanks!

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Zarkov on 06/26/19 at 20:41:11

I would also like to know this information.

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dan H on 06/27/19 at 05:50:43

Basically all you need is a capture device that can run the video to your computer. I use a Diamond VC500. It's a fairly cheap one and there are several others out there so you can shop around. I also use a powered a/v splitter and a couple other a/v cables.

So my setup goes like this: SNES connects to splitter, one a/v cable goes to tv, another goes to VC500 which connects to my computer, and that's my basic setup for the hardware. Fairly simple if not horrifically rudimentary.

As for software, my VC500 came with software that pops up a screen on my computer and shows what's playing. To capture that and put on twitch, you'll need broadcasting software. There are a few out there, but the one I know is Open Broadcaster Software (OBS). All you have to do is choose what screen is open on your desktop to broadcast and away you go.

There are a few other steps in setting up OBS, which I think you can get by reading through their website. I recall setting up my audio capture was somewhat of a pain, but I tried using 3 or 4 different mics before I found one that I could tolerate. Once you have a twitch user name, you need to enter your stream key into the OBS software where it asks you to do so and choose a server location that's semi-close to you. You may also have to toy with the bit rate you broadcast at. I had to lower mine significantly because my computer isn't really powerful enough, otherwise your video will look really choppy.

Not sure what else there is. Mostly just get the components and play around with them until something seems to work. That's what I did, anyway. Good luck.

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 06/27/19 at 07:41:14

Dan, will these two things work?

https://www.amazon.com/Elgato-Video-Capture-Digitise-iPad/dp/B0029U2YSA/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=capture+card+rca&qid=1561646424&s=electronics&sr=1-4

https://www.amazon.com/BronaGrand-Female-Splitter-Adapter-12inch/dp/B01MXNGXS4/ref=sr_1_25?crid=TLPDENR2G0BC&keywords=female+jack+to+female+jack+rca+cables&qid=1561648893&s=gateway&sprefix=female+jack+to+female+%2Caps%2C137&sr=8-25

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dan H on 06/27/19 at 09:41:21

https://www.amazon.com/Diamond-VC500-digital-converter-Software/dp/B000VM60I8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=QEDQRB2OM7SN&keywords=diamond+vc500&qid=1561656830&s=electronics&sprefix=diamond+vc%2Celectronics%2C196&sr=1-1-spons&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/Splitter-Amplifier-Composite-Switcher-QiCheng/dp/B06Y5HY3ZW/ref=sr_1_3?crid=GA7QFF7MFE7T&keywords=4+port+video+audio+splitter&qid=1561657024&s=gateway&sprefix=4+port+video+%2Caps%2C190&sr=8-3

These are what I use, along with a couple extra a/v cables. I read mixed reviews about ElGato back when I started streaming 3-4 years ago, but they seem to have taken off in popularity. The cable you posted would probably work, but I would be concerned about the length of it. It seems from that picture you would have to have your computer almost right next to the tv to make it work.

ScowBee, Joe, Karel, Moll, Sami, Lafungo... Anything you can add or suggest to this thread?

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Danger M on 06/27/19 at 09:44:54

I don't bother with a powered AV splitter, just use regular ones. There is no apparent loss of signal; or brightness.

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 06/27/19 at 14:52:33

So I have everything ordered. Here is my set up once all arrives. My friend found this CRT TV in his basement which he gave to me. It is nice!

http://https://i.imgur.com/mddzOXU.jpg

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Zarkov on 06/27/19 at 21:43:09

Platoon is a fucking masterpiece of a film.

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 06/29/19 at 11:03:05

ok, I have everything hooked up. I go into the Elgato software and can get my TV to show up on my screen. However, I can not get OBS to see the video.

I need help bad!!!!! If you can help please do! Hell you can even call me. I can PM you my number.

Dan says I am too old to figure this out. ;D

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 06/29/19 at 13:32:05

I have got OBS to see the video but when I hit the stream button i get this error. I have check and all my drivers are updated. Any Thoughts?

http://https://i.imgur.com/Ye9yUjc.png

Thanks Dan and Danger, still have some tweaking to do but I am up and running.

Title: Re: Streaming Twitch
Post by Dave Smith on 07/05/19 at 14:47:58

Sorry for the double post but here is my twitch link, please follow me so you all can watch a sub par driver. :D

https://www.twitch.tv/bowserkart44