Set up Broadcast Me for Android
Broadcast Me is a free streaming app for iOS and Android. You can use this as an alternative to Larix Broadcaster.
- Download Broadcast Me for Android on the Google Play Store.
- Allow BroadcastMe to take pictures and record video while using the app
- Allow BroadcastMe to record audio while using the app
- Allow BroadcastMe to access photos and media on your device
- Swipe through the tutorial to learn about BroadcastMe features. You can Skip Tutorial when finished.
- You will see an intro screen briefly. This will disappear.
- Tap the chevron to pull out the settings menu
- Tap the settings cog
- Resolution landscape: we recommend 1280x720. Please see our article on bitrate and resolution if you have a slow connection.
- Bitrate: we recommend 2000. Please see our article on bitrate and resolution if you have a slow connection.
- Save video locally: leave on (tick) if you want to record your video for self-evaluation. Turn off (cross) if you do not need this.
- Server URL: Paste in the Full stream URL with stream key from your Class Owner Dashboard. Do not type this manually because if you make any mistakes it will not work!
- Exit settings
- Tap the red record button to start your live stream
- You will see the message "Watch it here: rtmp://stream-xxxx-xxxx-xxxx". You are now live!
- When your class is finished, tap the record button again to stop your stream.