Operation Manual

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Real Encoder Settings (Helix)
Real (Helix) is both a storage format and a streaming format. In addition to the ability to output to
a file, the Real Encoder can stream to a Helix Server. The settings for the Real Encoder include the
ability to adjust parameters for connecting and streaming to the server.
Broadcast Method: There are several different broadcast types for streaming Real format video to a
Helix Server, as follows:
Push, Account-Based Login (Helix Server)
o Account-based, push broadcasting allows you to send a stream to Helix Server
version 9 or later. In this method, Niagara Pro maintains a monitoring connection to
Helix Server. This connection allows it to pass a user name and password to
authenticate access to the server. Helix Server uses this connection to send statistics
about the broadcast stream back to Niagara Pro.
Push, Password-Only Login (Helix Server)
o Unlike account-based broadcasting, password-only broadcasting does not establish a
monitoring connection. Therefore, this type of broadcasting requires less network
overhead, but receives no feedback from Helix Server. This broadcast method allows
you to send a live stream to Helix Server version 9 or later. However, you must set up