Getting Around the Dacast Encoder Login for Live Streams

Unfortunately, there is no way to get around entering the Dacast login and password for the encoder when trying to set up an HTML5 video player live channel.

The reason for this is that they require RTMP authentication. This added level of security is mandatory on all of these channels. We recommend keeping track of all the login information.

What is an Encoder?

Encoding is a process used to convert the RAW video files captured by a camera into digital files suitable for live streaming over the internet.

A live encoder feeds digital video files to the streaming platform in real-time.

Required Encoder Settings

The following encoder settings are required for live streaming with Dacast, regardless of your selected resolution and bitrate:

VIDEO CODEC	H.264 (x264 may work)
FRAME RATE	25 or 30
KEYFRAME INTERVAL	2 secs (or 2x frame rate)
SCANNING	Progressive
ENCODING BITRATE	Constant (CBR)
AUDIO CODEC	AAC
AUDIO BITRATE	128 kbps
AUDIO CHANNELS	2 (Stereo)
AUDIO SAMPLE RATE	48 kHz (48,000 Hz)

 

Additional Resources

• Does Dacast Support Broadcasting via My Own Encoder?
• Encoder Setup Guide: Walkthrough
• Software vs. Hardware Live Streaming Encoders: What’s the Difference?