Set up streaming on Live Events

Live Events Studio

Live Events offers an easy-to-use studio for streaming to your stage. It's a great option if you plan to share your screen during the presentation. Also, you can use its Backstage to test your audio and video before you broadcast live and simulcast to other platforms.

To use Live Events Studio:

1. In your menu, select Stage
2. Under Provider, select Live Events
3. Select the Live Events Studio tab
4. Copy and share the Backstage link with your speakers

Live Events’ Backstage

The backstage is where your speakers should test their audio and video before they broadcast live to the stage and your audience.

To use the Backstage:

1. Select Share Audio and Video
2. Select your microphone and camera
3. Select Done
4. When you’re ready, select Broadcast

Set up simulcast

With Live Events Studio, you can simulcast your stream to a third-party such as Facebook, Twitch, or YouTube.

To do so:

1. Find the Stream URL and Stream Key from your third-party platform
2. Under Simulcast, enter each into its respective fields

Now, when you broadcast on Live Events, your stream will also broadcast to your connected platform.

RTMP stream

Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) allows for event organizers to use a third-party streaming service and plug it into their stage to the stream. If you want to add customization to your stream such as overlays, lower thirds or closed captioning, we recommend using a third-party such as Restream or StreamYard to stream into your stage.

Learn more about RTMP on Live Events.

To use an RTMP stream:

1. In your menu, select Stage
2. Under Provider, select Live Events
3. Select the RTMP Stream tab
4. Copy the Stream Key and RTMP URL
5. Plug each into your chosen platform

Now, when you broadcast from your chosen platform, your stream will appear on your Live Events stage.

How do I use the Stream Key and RTMP URL?

For help with setting up your streaming platform, we recommend you view their support documentation. You can find some of the popular options below:

• Restream
• Streamyard
• OBS Studio
• Zoom

Play external video or stream

If you have an external stream or video you want to bring to a stage in Live Events:

1. In your menu, select Stage
2. Under Provider, select Play external video or stream
3. Enter the External Video / Stream URL

Now, when you broadcast your stream on the external platform it’ll also stream to your stage. If you connect an external video, attendees can hit play to watch your video.

Embed an iFrame

You can also embed an iFrame into your stage to play external videos or display Google Slides.

To do so:

1. In your menu, select Stage
2. Under Provider, select Embed an iFrame
3. Enter the iFrame Embed Code

Now, attendees can play the video or view the slides when they visit your stage.

Frequently asked questions

What is the video resolution for a Live Events Studio stream?

Resolution is 1280x720

Why is my stream choppy or pixelated?

Live streaming uses a lot of bandwidth and processing power. To ensure a smooth stream for your audience, you should:

• Use an ethernet cable to connect to the internet
• Disconnect unnecessary devices from your network
• Close any unnecessary programs or applications on your computer
• Use updated software and hardware

Why is there a delay between my presenter and stream?

The delay is called latency, and it’s normal when streaming to an audience. When using Live events Studio, you can expect a delay of 10 to 15 seconds. For an RTMP stream, expect a delay of about 20 to 30 seconds. Learn more about latency from BoxCast.

Is there a recommended internet speed for streaming?

When streaming, your upload speed should be at least 5Mbps. For a higher quality stream, aim for 10Mpbs or higher. Whenever possible, connect to the internet via an ethernet cable to ensure a stable connection.

Find out your internet speed.

What kind of equipment do I need for a live stream on Live Events?

No special equipment is required. We recommend your speakers use earphones to limit audio feedback. Otherwise, it is similar to any other video platform. An HD camera provides nicer output and a podcast-caliber microphone provides better audio.

You can use Live Events to broadcast live, but if you want to get more creative with overlays, embeds, and more on your broadcast - you should connect a third-party streaming platform such as StreamYard or OBS and broadcast into your stage.

How can I schedule pre-recorded content to broadcast at a specific time?

To schedule a broadcast, we recommend you use a third-party provider. They’ll be able to provide more flexibility. Learn how to set up a third-party stream.

Does Live Events provide closed captioning?

Not at this time. To add closed captioning to your stream, you'll need to use a RTMP stream and a third-party closed captioning service. If you use Zoom or Youtube for your RTMP stream, they may provide a solution. See their guides below:

• Youtube Automatic Captioning
• Zoom Manual Captioning

Alternatively, Google Chrome has a feature attendees can use to display captions on their browser. Find out more about Google Chrome's Live Captions.

I pinned my stage to the right sidebar, but the stream isn’t showing?

Right now, the pinned stage only works for Live Events Studio or RTMP streams. If you have an embedded iFrame or external video streaming to the stage it won’t appear in the pinned stage.

Does Live Events allow screen shares?

Yes, on both backstage and in rooms!

Can I share multiple screens at once?

No, you can only share one screen at a time

What does a moderator do?

Moderators can share a backstage link with any speaker that is going on-stage. This allows the speaker, guest(s) and moderator to prepare prior to going live. The moderator can simply hit broadcast to go live.

When should I use multiple stages?

Live Events’ virtual stages let you to broadcast your sessions through the virtual stage or by simulcasting out to other platforms. But, if you have an event where you need different content streaming simultaneously then, you want to have multiple stages.