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3.10 Streaming

mini-extreme ISO supports the following streaming methods:

  • Streaming on Device
  • NDI Streaming
  • USB Port Capture and Output
  • ……

Choose the method that best fits your production workflow.

Before using the streaming function, make sure mini is connected to the network. Connect the device to a router or network switch using an Ethernet cable.

RGBlink CAT6 Ethernet cables are recommended. Product code: 940-0001-00-11-0


📢  Notes

1. When streaming to multiple platforms simultaneously, a gigabit internet connection is recommended for optimal performance and stability.  
2. For multi-platform streaming, the TAO Cloud distribution service is recommended.

3.10.1 Obtaining the Stream URL and Stream Key

🚨   Risk Warning

Do not share your stream key with anyone or display it during a live stream. Doing so may result in unauthorized account access, stream hijacking, or other potential risks and losses.

If your stream key is exposed:

-  Immediately reset the stream key on the corresponding platform.
-  Stop the current live stream.
-  Restart streaming using the new stream key.

View Streaming to Live Platforms to check how to get stream key from other platforms.

3.10.2 Streaming on Device

mini-extreme ISO supports standalone live streaming without a computer or mobile device.

Up to 4 destinations can be streamed simultaneously from a single device.

Configuring Streaming in Web App

  1. Log in to Web App as described in chapter 3.1 Operation.
  2. Go to MENU > OUTPUT > Stream.
  3. Paste the stream URL into the streaming configuration field.
  4. Click Distribute to send the configuration to the device.
  5. Press ON AIR on the front panel, or enable ON AIR in Web App.

The ON AIR indicator lights up when streaming starts.

Importing a Stream URL from a USB Drive

  1. Create MINI_EXTREME_RTMP.ini in the root directory of a USB drive.
  2. Add the stream URL to the file.
  3. Connect the USB drive to USB-C 1.
  4. Wait for the device to load the streaming configuration.
  5. Press ON AIR to start streaming.

Configuring Streaming Through TAO Cloud

  1. Log in to TAO Cloud and complete device binding as described in chapter 3.15 TAO Cloud.
  2. Go to My Collection > Device and open the device management page.
  3. Paste the streaming address and stream key into TAO Cloud, then click Distribute.

3.10.3 NDI Encoder

mini-extreme ISO can encode the Program output as an NDI stream and distribute it over the local network.

Enable NDI code in OUTPUT > Stream. NDI-compatible devices on the same network can then receive the Program output directly.

  • NDI output resolution matches the Program output resolution.
  • Maximum NDI output bitrate: 32 Mbps.
  • The device appears in NDI Tools as RGBLINK (mini-extreme-Local IP Address).
📢  Notes

When IN 7 or IN 8 is configured as a UVC or NDI input, set the NDI output resolution to 3840 × 2160@30 or lower for more stable performance.

3.10.4 USB 2 Port Capture and Output

mini-extreme ISO can also be connected to a computer through USB2 and used as a video source for third-party streaming software such as OBS Studio.

The following examples use OBS Studio for demonstration.

  • Download OBS from: OBS Studio. Install the software and update it to the latest version before use.
  • Open OBS, add a Video Capture Device.
  • Select RGBlink USB3.0 Capture, and select YUY2 for the Video Format.

Audio Settings

If no audio is detected during streaming:

  1. Confirm the audio source on the device is configured correctly (Set Default).

  1. In OBS, go to Settings > Audio. Select the correct device Mic/Auxiliary Audio Device.

Synchronize Video with External Audio

If the video source does not contain embedded audio and external audio is used separately, synchronize the audio and video using the following steps.

  1. Go to Settings > Audio > Mic/Auxiliary Audio Device and select the audio source.

  1. In the Sources panel, right-click Video Capture Device, then select Filters.

  1. Under Audio/Video Filters, click + and select Video Delay (Async).

  1. Enter a filter name if needed, then click OK.

  1. synchronous.Enter the delay value in milliseconds (ms).
    Adjust the value until the audio and video are synchronized.

Streaming Settings

  1. Obtain the RTMP URL and Stream Key from the streaming platform.
  2. Copy the RTMP URL and Stream Key.
  3. In OBS, go to Settings > Stream.
  4. Select the streaming type:
  • Streaming Service
  • Custom Streaming Server

If the platform is listed under Service, select it directly.

If using a custom server:

  • Enter the RTMP URL in Server/URL

  • Enter the Stream Key in Stream Key
  1. Click Start Streaming.
  2. Return to the streaming platform and confirm the live stream is active