Hi,
I have my own dedicated server that I use for hosting my Opensim, and I was thinking that I could also use this for hosting audio streams to be used in SL.
I have 20 mp3s stitched together into one large mp3. What steps and what software would I need to convert this mp3 into a stream that I could receive in SL, using my own server?
Rock
Welcome to the Second Life Forums Archive
These forums are CLOSED. Please visit the new forums HERE
Have my own server: How do I stream audio? |
|
|
Rock Vacirca
riches to rags
Join date: 18 Oct 2006
Posts: 1,093
|
08-17-2009 01:41
|
|
Infrared Wind
Gridologist
Join date: 7 Jan 2007
Posts: 662
|
08-17-2009 05:53
I use Shoutcast. Works well.
http://www.shoutcast.com/download Lots of info on that page. There are other solutions, but Shoutcast has been serving me well both inside and outside SL. -i _____________________
 |
|
Daniel Voyager
Statistics collector
Join date: 18 Dec 2006
Posts: 336
|
08-17-2009 07:33
|
|
Rock Vacirca
riches to rags
Join date: 18 Oct 2006
Posts: 1,093
|
08-17-2009 14:37
Thanks for the replies.
Unfortunately Shoutcast is way too complex for such a simple task. The instructions say it is for advanced users only, takes 45 minutes, and you have to wade your way through a config file, that uses lots of geek speak. I tried Broadwave, it was free, no config needed, and I had streaming audio up and running in under 2 mins (but I do know how to open a port in my router, allow extra if you don't). I have now written a step-by-step tutorial (as the instructions with Broadwave could have been a little clearer). http://chapter-and-metaverse2.blogspot.com/2009/08/using-streaming-audio.html Have fun Rock |
|
DanielRavenNest Noe
Registered User
Join date: 26 Oct 2006
Posts: 1,076
|
08-17-2009 15:16
It would be cool if you copied that to a wiki page, that way other people can find it easier.
|
|
Constanza Amsterdam
Registered User
Join date: 17 Jun 2007
Posts: 9
|
08-17-2009 15:26
_____________________
http://slurl.com/secondlife/The%20Churchyard/48/130/33 -->Eye-Catcher MainStore
http://www.eyecatcher.tk |
|
Naz Fride
21st Century Faux
Join date: 8 May 2007
Posts: 341
|
08-17-2009 16:24
Was Op really asking a question here, or just plugging software? In less than an hour, Op went from "I need help, cos I don't know anything," to "Hey I have a nice free alternative to the usual software everybody uses, and here's where you can get it." BTW Shoutcast server is free, too, and it's not very complicated to set up.
|
|
Rock Vacirca
riches to rags
Join date: 18 Oct 2006
Posts: 1,093
|
08-17-2009 17:08
Was Op really asking a question here, or just plugging software? In less than an hour, Op went from "I need help, cos I don't know anything," to "Hey I have a nice free alternative to the usual software everybody uses, and here's where you can get it." BTW Shoutcast server is free, too, and it's not very complicated to set up. Now don't be cynical. Yes, OP was asking a question. I had never tried streaming before, and I did take the suggestions offered and tried Shoutcast. Shoutcast is free, but the setting up deterred me, this is what it says on their website: This tutorial is recommended for advanced users. If you chose to setup your own server, you will need lots of bandwidth and a stable connection to the Internet. What do we mean by "your own server"? By that we mean a computer host, usually a pretty powerful one, which you can use to serve websites from. In that regard, a SHOUTcast server will be responsible for identifying in the SHOUTcast Radio Directory your radio to your listeners. Downloading the SHOUTcast DNAS application and setting up your server should take approximately 45 minutes of your time, but may take longer depending on your level of technical expertise. I downloaded it anyway, looked at the config file it wanted me to edit, and thought it has GOT to be easier than this. It was NOT user friendly. I then did a Google for streaming audio, found a couple that were free, including Broadwave, and downloaded it to have a look. 2 mins later I was streaming, so no need to try any others. I was so impressed I wrote a tutorial so others could follow. By all means go the Shoutcast route if that's what rocks your boat, and you have 45 mins to spare. I prefer the 2 min approach, and no software to configure. Rock |
|
Kidd Krasner
Registered User
Join date: 1 Jan 2007
Posts: 1,938
|
08-17-2009 18:13
I'd suggest Icecast instead of Shoutcast, for the simple reason that it's open source. Shoutcast, while free, is closed source.
|
|
Dave Herbst
Registered User
Join date: 4 Sep 2004
Posts: 343
|
08-17-2009 18:22
Shoutcast is easy.
Simply run the DNAS server and Winamp DSP plugin. It takes me less than 5 minutes to setup. (You'll probably need to open a port on your router to allow connections to the localhost) |
|
Kidd Krasner
Registered User
Join date: 1 Jan 2007
Posts: 1,938
|
08-17-2009 19:10
Shoutcast is easy. Simply run the DNAS server and Winamp DSP plugin. It takes me less than 5 minutes to setup. (You'll probably need to open a port on your router to allow connections to the localhost) You do realize that there are many people out there who haven't done anything with their routers besides plugging them in and turning them on? Sure, it may be easy for you, and it may be easy for me, but for most people, opening a port on a router isn't close to being easy. And that's not taking into account the DNAS setup. |