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This article is a basic guide on how to get started recording your EVE University classes using Open Broadcasting Software, commonly known as OBS. More comprehensive guides on how to utilize the tools mentioned within this guide are widely available across the internet and there are a multitude of different tools that could be used instead of the ones suggested here. | This article is a basic guide on how to get started streaming and recording your EVE University classes, fleets and gameplay using Open Broadcasting Software, commonly known as OBS. More comprehensive guides on how to utilize the tools mentioned within this guide are widely available across the internet and there are a multitude of different tools that could be used instead of the ones suggested here. | ||
If you are planning to become a longer-term teacher or recorder of classes classes or other content related to EVE University and its mission, please discuss this with the respective Managers i.e. [[Communications_Department|Communications]], [[Teaching_Department|Teaching]], etc. | If you are planning to become a longer-term teacher or recorder of classes classes or other content related to EVE University and its mission, please discuss this with the respective Managers i.e. [[Communications_Department|Communications]], [[Teaching_Department|Teaching]], etc. | ||
== Recording using OBS - A simple guide == | == Streaming via EVE University’s Twitch account == | ||
One of the most widely used tools for streaming is [https://obsproject.com/ Open Broadcaster Software - OBS]. It doubles up very well as a tool for recording on top of that, which makes it a powerful asset for anyone looking to stream EVE, classes, record them, or both. While a lot of the settings are somewhat self-explanatory, it can be challenging to get started. The following guide provides you with some basic advice on how to set up for a recording via OBS. | To stream via the EVE University’s Twitch accounts, you will require the EVE Uni’s Twitch Stream Key. The key will be made available to you via the [[EVE_University_Management|CEO of EVE University]] and will regularly be reset to avoid any complications. | ||
== Recording or streaming using OBS - A simple guide == | |||
One of the most widely used tools for streaming is [https://obsproject.com/ Open Broadcaster Software - OBS]. It doubles up very well as a tool for recording on top of that, which makes it a powerful asset for anyone looking to stream EVE, classes, record them, or both. While a lot of the settings are somewhat self-explanatory, it can be challenging to get started. The following guide provides you with some basic advice on how to set up for a recording and/or streaming via OBS. | |||
=== Scenes === | === Scenes === | ||
[[File:OBS scenes simple.png|thumb|Example of several basic scenes in OBS]] | [[File:OBS scenes simple.png|thumb|Example of several basic scenes in OBS]] | ||
One of the strengths of recording via OBS is that you can set up multiple scenes. Imagine these as virtual screens which you can easily switch in between. Some basic scenes for the purposes of recording a class could be: | One of the strengths of recording via OBS is that you can set up multiple scenes. Imagine these as virtual screens which you can easily switch in between. Some basic scenes for the purposes of streaming or recording a class could be: | ||
* Introduction screen - A scene you will show before starting the actual class/content to provide the viewers with some basic context on what’s to come - think of it as an introductory splash screen. | * Introduction screen - A scene you will show before starting the actual class/content to provide the viewers with some basic context on what’s to come - think of it as an introductory splash screen. | ||
* Slides - The most important part of each lecture-style class from e.g. the CORE classes - the slide deck that you will use to explain your topic. | * Slides - The most important part of each lecture-style class from e.g. the CORE classes - the slide deck that you will use to explain your topic. | ||
* EVE Client - in case you want to show anything in-game, share your EVE client as a separate scene. | * EVE Client - in case you want to show anything in-game, share your EVE client as a separate scene. | ||
* Outro screen - when finishing up your recording, you could provide a graphic thanking the viewers and provide any relevant info e.g. EVE Uni logo, Partner logo, invitation to join future classes, relevant resources. | * Outro screen - when finishing up your recording, you could provide a graphic thanking the viewers and provide any relevant info e.g. EVE Uni logo, Partner logo, invitation to join future classes, relevant resources, etc. | ||
[[File:OBS - Hotkeys.png|thumb|left|Set up Hotkeys to switch between scenes.]] | [[File:OBS - Hotkeys.png|thumb|left|Set up Hotkeys to switch between scenes.]] | ||
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Some ideas for additional scenes: | |||
* Be right back scene - if you need to take a break while streaming and want to let your viewers know that you will be right back. | |||
* Browser/Desktop scene - great for showing UniWiki pages or other content on a dedicated desktop screen. These scenes pose the highest risk of accidentally showing parts of your computer you do not mean to share with the recording. It is therefore only recommended to use browser or full desktop scenes if you are well aware of how to avoid infringing on your own privacy. | * Browser/Desktop scene - great for showing UniWiki pages or other content on a dedicated desktop screen. These scenes pose the highest risk of accidentally showing parts of your computer you do not mean to share with the recording. It is therefore only recommended to use browser or full desktop scenes if you are well aware of how to avoid infringing on your own privacy. | ||
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If you are planning to play music e.g. as background music during your Intro, make sure the music is copyright-free and DMCA safe. There are plenty of free resources around the internet (or on your favourite music platforms like Spotify) providing you with such music. | If you are planning to play music e.g. as background music during your Intro, make sure the music is copyright-free and DMCA safe. There are plenty of free resources around the internet (or on your favourite music platforms like Spotify) providing you with such music. | ||
In case you are having issues with a lot of background noise, OBS allows you to use in-built ''Filters'' to add noise-suppression to make your voice clearer. | In case you are having issues with a lot of background noise, OBS allows you to use in-built ''Filters'' to add noise-suppression to make your voice clearer. Furthermore, when capturing a Discord client - for example, when you wish to capture audience questions or are recording a guest lecture or talk - it is possible to temporarily mute Discord's notification sounds (pings, DMs, user joining/leaving, push-to-talk activation, etc.) by heading to your Discord settings, the Notifications tab, and scrolling down to the Sounds section. The catch-all "Disable All Notification Sounds" setting allows you to turn off these notification sounds for as long as needed for your recording. | ||
[[File:Audio filter noiseSuppression.png|thumb|left|Example of Noise Suppression filters applied to microphone.]] | [[File:Audio filter noiseSuppression.png|thumb|left|Example of Noise Suppression filters applied to microphone.]] | ||
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=== Camera === | |||
[[File:Twitch Guide - video camera.png|thumb|200px|Who is this?]] | |||
While totally optional, adding a camera aka. adding a face to the name, can increase engagement significantly. It allows viewers to feel like they are actually interacting with the content creator, by seeing their reactions and being able to "look them in the eyes"<br> | |||
See how you are wondering who this person on the left is? <br> | |||
Hint: It's a screen grab from someone an official Twitch streaming guide. | |||
OBS makes it very easy to pick up any camera device. | |||
Simply add a '''Video Capture Device''' as a source and select your webcam. | |||
If you are using your webcam microphone, add it individually as an '''Audio Input Device.''' | |||
Tip: Add your camera in either the bottom left of bottom right of your screen as an extension to your regular content. Make sure the camera does not overlap with important content. If you use a slide-deck, make sure you adapt it before you stream to ensure none of the content overlaps with your camera. | |||
== Streaming and recording resources == | == Streaming and recording resources == | ||
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