Steelo_Rivers Profile Blog Joined January 2011 United States 1965 Posts Last Edited: 2012-09-20 15:26:19 #1



1. Go here and download FFsplit.



2. Run the ffsplit file and choose where you want to extract the file. If you have not already done so, download and install .net Framework 4.0



--- IMPORTANT!!! ---

Make sure that UAC is DISABLED before running FFsplit. All of FFsplit files require ADMIN Access and will not run correctly and give you errors while attempting to stream!



3. Run FFsplit



4. Under the Video Source drop down menu, Select FFsplit Overlay (Most stable imho but you may also use DxTory or other external apps)



5. Under the Audio Source drop down menu, Select your preffered audio source. I recommend choosing Default Playback Device but if you have other programs that you use for audio streaming, you are more than welcomed to use them.



6. Under the Microphone Source drop Down Menu, Select your preffered mic source. If you dont have a mic, then skip this step.



7. Set your Encoder settings the way that you would have under other streaming programs.



--- IMPORTANT!!! ---

Make Sure that your connection AND pc can handle the encoder settings that you select! I will not put in a default set of encoder settings simply because not everyone uses the same settings.



8. At the bottom of the UI for FFsplit you should see the words "Stream:" with a check box beside it. Check the box and input your rmtp server and stream key. (you can get your stream key by going



Once you get your key, add that to the end of your RMTP server link. The " rtmp://live.justin.tv/app/ " link is your RMTP server if you are using Twitch. There are other more area specific servers that you can use but for this tutorial I am only using this server as it is universal (kinda). Once you add your key to the server it will look like this:



+ Show Spoiler + rtmp://live.justin.tv/app/[Your Key Here]



Once the key is added, it will look like this



rtmp://live.justin.tv/app/live_98h23yg012tfvuuh0y3u98uj9rhrh



9. Start Streaming and enjoy good free audio quality!!







It is recommended that you have at least a quad core i5/phenom II (generation doesn't matter as long as you know its limits). I use a Phenom II x6 1045T Oc'd to 3.4 GHz and it does just fine with 720p @45fps. You should be able to get away with a Core 2 Quad as long as it is above 3.2 GHz, otherwise you will suffer an fps loss ingame.











If you enjoy the program, dont be afraid to thank the people who created it. You can go Okay so I have recently grown tired of xsplit, not just because of the audio but the amount of strain it puts on your cpu. Im here to show you how to use a new free alternative to xsplit called FFsplit. FFsplit is basically a free simplified version of xsplit (comparable to FMLE but no as complicated to use.1. Go here and download FFsplit.2. Run the ffsplit file and choose where you want to extract the file. If you have not already done so, download and install .net Framework 4.0--- IMPORTANT!!! ---Make sure that UAC is DISABLED before running FFsplit. All of FFsplit files require ADMIN Access and will not run correctly and give you errors while attempting to stream!3. Run FFsplit4. Under the Video Source drop down menu, Select FFsplit Overlay (Most stable imho but you may also use DxTory or other external apps)5. Under the Audio Source drop down menu, Select your preffered audio source. I recommend choosing Default Playback Device but if you have other programs that you use for audio streaming, you are more than welcomed to use them.6. Under the Microphone Source drop Down Menu, Select your preffered mic source. If you dont have a mic, then skip this step.7. Set your Encoder settings the way that you would have under other streaming programs.--- IMPORTANT!!! ---Make Sure that your connection AND pc can handle the encoder settings that you select! I will not put in a default set of encoder settings simply because not everyone uses the same settings.8. At the bottom of the UI for FFsplit you should see the words "Stream:" with a check box beside it. Check the box and input your rmtp server and stream key. (you can get your stream key by going here and clicking "Show Key"Once you get your key, add that to the end of your RMTP server link. The " rtmp://live.justin.tv/app/ " link is your RMTP server if you are using Twitch. There are other more area specific servers that you can use but for this tutorial I am only using this server as it is universal (kinda). Once you add your key to the server it will look like this:9. Start Streaming and enjoy good free audio quality!!It is recommended that you have at least a quad core i5/phenom II (generation doesn't matter as long as you know its limits). I use a Phenom II x6 1045T Oc'd to 3.4 GHz and it does just fine with 720p @45fps. You should be able to get away with a Core 2 Quad as long as it is above 3.2 GHz, otherwise you will suffer an fps loss ingame.If you enjoy the program, dont be afraid to thank the people who created it. You can go here and send them questions and comments! You can also ask questions/thank them on twitter @FFsplit ! ok

Flameling Profile Joined July 2010 United States 413 Posts #2 Nice guide! Though, how is the audio quality on FFsplit audio?

Steelo_Rivers Profile Blog Joined January 2011 United States 1965 Posts #3 On June 17 2012 12:31 Flameling wrote:

Nice guide! Though, how is the audio quality on FFsplit audio?

its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream. its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream. ok

Flameling Profile Joined July 2010 United States 413 Posts #4 On June 17 2012 12:34 AeroEffect wrote:

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On June 17 2012 12:31 Flameling wrote:

Nice guide! Though, how is the audio quality on FFsplit audio?

its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream. its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream.



oo, finally, a free alternative to xsplit with good audio quality. again, thanks for the guide :D oo, finally, a free alternative to xsplit with good audio quality. again, thanks for the guide :D

Steelo_Rivers Profile Blog Joined January 2011 United States 1965 Posts #5 On June 17 2012 12:47 Flameling wrote:

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On June 17 2012 12:34 AeroEffect wrote:

On June 17 2012 12:31 Flameling wrote:

Nice guide! Though, how is the audio quality on FFsplit audio?

its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream. its great! you can set it the way you want it. it goes up to 320 kbps stereo ^^ though im using 112 mono and its still shitting on my old xsplit stream.



oo, finally, a free alternative to xsplit with good audio quality. again, thanks for the guide :D oo, finally, a free alternative to xsplit with good audio quality. again, thanks for the guide :D

np yo. glad to help np yo. glad to help ok

MinimalistSC2 Profile Joined April 2011 United States 121 Posts #6 it makes an annoying static noise whenever i start streaming. Also, it says my stream is offline. I was really hoping this would work because xsplit cause my computer to crash. There is no such thing as perfection, only improvement.

Flameling Profile Joined July 2010 United States 413 Posts #7 On June 17 2012 14:44 MinimalistSC2 wrote:

it makes an annoying static noise whenever i start streaming. Also, it says my stream is offline. I was really hoping this would work because xsplit cause my computer to crash.

I think the problem is because you don't have stereo mix set as the default recording device on your computer. I had that problem at first too. Now i'm having the problem of getting a decent looking picture, as it's stuttering D: I think the problem is because you don't have stereo mix set as the default recording device on your computer. I had that problem at first too. Now i'm having the problem of getting a decent looking picture, as it's stuttering D:

MinimalistSC2 Profile Joined April 2011 United States 121 Posts #8 It won't let me install the filter.

There is no such thing as perfection, only improvement.

Steelo_Rivers Profile Blog Joined January 2011 United States 1965 Posts #9 On June 17 2012 15:02 MinimalistSC2 wrote:

It won't let me install the filter.



dont need too. it will run without it dont need too. it will run without it ok

WTFZerg Profile Joined February 2011 United States 665 Posts #10 You actually don't need VHScrCap as the FFSplit Overlay is screen capture program that is built into FFSplit. However, I don't think the Overlay method allows you to change your encoding resolution, so you're streaming at whatever your native resolution is.



If the filter will not install then try going to the FFSplit folder and running the InstallFilter.bat as an admin. Might makes right.

Iksf Profile Joined March 2011 United Kingdom 444 Posts #11 If iv got a nice working FMLE set up are there any advantages of switching to FFSplit or is ease of use the main thing about it.

Boblhead Profile Joined August 2010 United States 2574 Posts #12 On June 17 2012 15:46 WTFZerg wrote:

You actually don't need VHScrCap as the FFSplit Overlay is screen capture program that is built into FFSplit. However, I don't think the Overlay method allows you to change your encoding resolution, so you're streaming at whatever your native resolution is.



If the filter will not install then try going to the FFSplit folder and running the InstallFilter.bat as an admin.

negative. It will capture your desktop, but not stream the size of your desktop unless your settings have it to stream your native resolution. negative. It will capture your desktop, but not stream the size of your desktop unless your settings have it to stream your native resolution.

Josh_rakoons Profile Joined December 2011 United Kingdom 1157 Posts #13 Hmm, was looking for a alternative to xsplit, will give it a try when i get back.

WTFZerg Profile Joined February 2011 United States 665 Posts #14 On June 17 2012 16:44 Boblhead wrote:

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On June 17 2012 15:46 WTFZerg wrote:

You actually don't need VHScrCap as the FFSplit Overlay is screen capture program that is built into FFSplit. However, I don't think the Overlay method allows you to change your encoding resolution, so you're streaming at whatever your native resolution is.



If the filter will not install then try going to the FFSplit folder and running the InstallFilter.bat as an admin.

negative. It will capture your desktop, but not stream the size of your desktop unless your settings have it to stream your native resolution. negative. It will capture your desktop, but not stream the size of your desktop unless your settings have it to stream your native resolution.



yeah, duh, nevermind, total brainfart there. yeah, duh, nevermind, total brainfart there. Might makes right.

Josh_rakoons Profile Joined December 2011 United Kingdom 1157 Posts #15 Question : Does this software allow you to stream at 1080p and 60fps, and does it allow me to change the bitrate?

Cyro Profile Blog Joined June 2011 United Kingdom 19838 Posts #16 Of all the things that can be complained about with xsplit, you choose CPU usage? I stream @720p60 flawlessly without coming close to CPU limits (with a moderately overclocked first gen i7) while playing 30+ minute games with an average FPS in triple digits, perhaps you mean the performance hit? They are completely different factors. "oh my god my overclock... I got a single WHEA error on the 23rd hour, 9 minutes" -Belial88

Flaiker Profile Joined July 2010 Germany 235 Posts Last Edited: 2012-06-17 08:51:40 #17 This MultiCam Studio and VHScreenCapture reminds me of the times before XSplit. Isn't that extremely old (2years), outdated technology in comparison to XSplit? Also can you combine it with DXTory? ...

Flameling Profile Joined July 2010 United States 413 Posts #18 On June 17 2012 17:20 Josh_rakoons wrote:

Question : Does this software allow you to stream at 1080p and 60fps, and does it allow me to change the bitrate?

seems like the max is 30 fps seems like the max is 30 fps

Steelo_Rivers Profile Blog Joined January 2011 United States 1965 Posts #19 On June 17 2012 17:20 Josh_rakoons wrote:

Question : Does this software allow you to stream at 1080p and 60fps, and does it allow me to change the bitrate?

max is 720p and 30fps. You can change the bitrate though. max is 720p and 30fps. You can change the bitrate though. ok

WTFZerg Profile Joined February 2011 United States 665 Posts #20 On June 18 2012 04:47 AeroEffect wrote:

Show nested quote +

On June 17 2012 17:20 Josh_rakoons wrote:

Question : Does this software allow you to stream at 1080p and 60fps, and does it allow me to change the bitrate?

max is 720p and 30fps. You can change the bitrate though. max is 720p and 30fps. You can change the bitrate though.



You can do 1080p in FFSplit. You can do 1080p in FFSplit. Might makes right.

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