PlayOn! Producer supports a variety of capture cards to livestream your event. We have tested the following devices and can guarantee their full compatibility with the latest versions of PlayOn! Producer starting with version 8.17.
Please note that PlayOn! Producer only supports resolutions up to 1080p at 60fps. Some devices mentioned below support resolutions beyond this. Before beginning your livestream, be sure to check that your cameras do not exceed this resolution.
Blackmagic Design ATEM Mini Pro
Overview
The ATEM Mini Pro is an entry-level HD video switcher with features including 4 HDMI inputs, multiviewer or program out, audio mixing, audio equalizers and filters, transitions, picture-in-picture, recording, still image graphics overlays, and video capture via a USB-C cable.
Streaming directly from the ATEM Mini Pro to the NFHS network requires a custom XML configuration & streaming directly from an ATEM device is a feature we hope to add in the near future.
While there are multiple models of ATEM switchers, we have only tested the ATEM Mini Pro. There currently is no indication that the other switchers won't work with PlayOn! Producer, but we cannot guarantee their compatibility at this moment.
Installation
We've tested this device with the latest builds of PlayOn! Producer (as well as older builds) and it does not require any dedicated software to work properly. However, installing the ATEM Software Control does give you additional functionality and features during live streams. To get the ATEM Mini Pro to show up in producer, you must:
- Connect your video and audio inputs to the ATEM Mini Pro and power the device using the included power adapter.
- Connect the switcher to your PlayOn! Producer computer using a USB-C to USB-A cable (not included with the device).
- Launch PlayOn! Producer using the "Start Production" button in the NFHS console.
- Select "Blackmagic Device" from the video drop down menu.
- Select "Blackmagic Device" from the audio drop down menu.
- Verify that you are receiving a video and audio signal from the switcher, then click "Continue" to begin your live stream.
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Elgato Cam Link 4K
Overview
The Elgato Cam Link 4K is an inexpensive and ultra-compact HDMI capture card that is useful for on-the-go remote productions. It features a single HDMI input with embedded audio and connects to a computer using the integrated USB3 connection. A USB3 extension cable is also included in the box.
If you want to utilize external audio in your livestream, you'll have to connect the audio source directly into your camera or computer. Refer to your camera's manual for more information.
Installation
The Cam Link 4K has compatibility with PlayOn! Producer starting with the 2023-03-14 release. This device does require dedicated software and drivers to function properly with Producer.
- Install the Elgato Camera Hub Software.
- Connect your camera to the HDMI port on the Cam Link 4K.
- Plug the Cam Link 4K into a USB3 port on your streaming computer.
- Launch PlayOn! Producer using the "Start Production" button in the NFHS console.
- Select "Cam Link 4K" from the video drop down menu.
- Select "Cam Link 4K" from the audio drop down menu.
- Verify that you are receiving both audio and video from the capture device and then click "continue" to begin your live stream.
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HDSUNWSTD HDMI USB 3.0 Video Capture
Overview
The HDSUNWSTD HDMI USB 3.0 is a small footprint HDMI capture device with features including HDMI pass through for monitoring, audio input using a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack, and audio output monitoring. While the device supports resolutions up to 1080p at 60fps. This device does not require drivers to be installed to function properly.
Installation
We've tested this device with the latest builds of PlayOn! Producer (as well as older builds) and it does not require any dedicated software to work properly.
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