How to Start Recording in Your Studio: A Step-by-Step Guide
Recording in your studio allows you to capture high-quality content for post-production, backups, and more. This guide will walk you through the process of recording various sources, including independent (ISO) video sources, audio sources, and your live output or program feed. Whether you're new to studio recording or looking for a refresher, follow these steps to ensure a smooth recording experience.
Step 1: Accessing Recording Settings
Navigate to the Start Recording Button: Located in the top bar of your studio's interface.
Open Recording Settings: Click the settings icon next to the "Start Recording" button to open a side tray with recording options.
Define Video File Type and Location: Choose between
.mp4or.movfile formats and select where to save your files. By default, files are saved to a default Recordings folder in your download directory. Use the edit button to change the file path.
Step 2: Selecting Sources to Record
Choose Your Source: You can record the program feed (with or without audio) or any video sources connected to your studio.
Source Settings: For video sources, select to record with the included audio directly from the camera. Expand a source's settings to see the default recording configurations, which match your camera's quality settings (e.g., bit rate, frame rate, resolution).
Step 3: Customizing Recording Settings
Adjusting for Future Updates: Keep in mind that future updates may allow for customizable recording settings.
Resource Consumption Notice: Recording increases CPU and RAM usage due to transcoding. NDI sources require more resources, whereas H.264, H.265, AV1, and VP9 sources are less demanding.
Step 4: Starting and Stopping Recordings
Save Changes: After selecting your sources, press "Save Changes."
Start Recording: Click "Start Recording" at the top right. The button will turn red and display the recording duration.
Stop Recording: To end a recording session, press the "Stop Recording" button. A notification will confirm the action.
Step 5: Accessing Your Recordings
Recording Files Location: Recorded files are organized in folders by date, start time, and end time. Each source is named according to the name you've assigned in the studio.
Retrieving Files: Access your recordings from the specified folder on your desktop or the computer linked to your studio.
Best Practices and Limitations
File Type Limitation: You can only choose one video file type for recording at a time (.mp4 or .mov).
Remote Access and Future Cloud Recording: In cloud mode, recordings save to the linked computer. Future updates aim to introduce cloud recording for easier access.
FAQs
Q: Can I record multiple video sources at once? A: Yes, you can select and record multiple video sources simultaneously. Ensure each source is checked in the recording settings.
Q: How do I change where my recordings are saved? A: In the recording settings tray, press the edit button next to the file path option to choose a new save location on your computer.
Q: What happens if I start recording without selecting a source? A: You need to select at least one source to record. If no sources are selected, the recording will not start.
Q: Can I edit recording settings while recording is in progress? A: Yes, you can modify which sources are being recorded by revisiting the recording settings. However, changes to file type and other configurations may require stopping the recording first.