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DolphPun Somme

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01-09-2007 20:49

I am trying to setup IceCast on a windows XP professional. It is installed and I am trying to configure it. Everything should ideally be running on the same machine.

I want to implement a "broadcast to everyone" version that plays back what I am playing on my machine. I want it to go to everyone in my local network and everyone who logs into my IP. (Still need to figure how to open the port on my router)

The description says it is possible but the documentation on how to configure it is obscure.

I have figured out that I need something to do with the mountpoints, but my mind begins to boggle.

Does anyone have a configure file appropriate? Advice?

Won't ask about shoutcast yet...

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01-09-2007 22:05

Have you posted your question at http://forum.icecast.org ?

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Maximillian Desoto

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01-10-2007 08:58

DolphPun,

Several issues:

Opening a port involves your firewall or router. You will need to consult any documentation to see how to open a port for icecast.

How fast is your internet connection upload speed? Most DSL lines will only be able to handle about 2-3 people connected to your stream before using up all your upstream bandwidth. If you have Cable, maybe more, I'm not sure.

If you want more people than that to listen, you will need a icecast server. Google icecast server and you should find many places that will hook you up with a server. I use shoutcast, and it is ridiculously easy to set up.

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Jamie Otis

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01-10-2007 16:08

Hi DolphPun,

IceCast is more complex to setup, but does offer some great features. Do you require IceCast for a certain piece of software you are using? As Max says you may find shoutcast easier to setup on the server side of things to start with.

You may like to check the appendix C on the manual for icecast here http://www.gnuware.com/icecast/ as there are some sample configurations.

Max makes a good point about connections, unless you have a reasonable upload connection you may struggle when it comes to the number of listeners that can connect.

If you need an external IceCast server to stream to instead of hosting it locally just send me an IM inworld or you might like to visit my store out.

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DolphPun Somme The Pun is its own reword Join date: 18 Nov 2005 Posts: 309	01-09-2007 20:49 I am trying to setup IceCast on a windows XP professional. It is installed and I am trying to configure it. Everything should ideally be running on the same machine. I want to implement a "broadcast to everyone" version that plays back what I am playing on my machine. I want it to go to everyone in my local network and everyone who logs into my IP. (Still need to figure how to open the port on my router) The description says it is possible but the documentation on how to configure it is obscure. I have figured out that I need something to do with the mountpoints, but my mind begins to boggle. Does anyone have a configure file appropriate? Advice? Won't ask about shoutcast yet... _____________________ ALL MY SLEXCHANGE STUFF ALL MY NAUGHTY SLEXCHANGE ADULT STUFF RAINBOW TOWER
SuezanneC Baskerville Forums Rock! Join date: 22 Dec 2003 Posts: 14,229	01-09-2007 22:05 Have you posted your question at http://forum.icecast.org ? _____________________ - So long to these forums, the vBulletin forums that used to be at forums.secondlife.com. I will miss them. I can be found on the web by searching for "SuezanneC Baskerville", or go to http://www.google.com/profiles/suezanne - http://lindenlab.tribe.net/ created on 11/19/03. Members: Ben, Catherine, Colin, Cory, Dan, Doug, Jim, Philip, Phoenix, Richard, Robin, and Ryan -
Maximillian Desoto Max's Landfall Bar & Dock Join date: 26 Apr 2006 Posts: 323	01-10-2007 08:58 DolphPun, Several issues: Opening a port involves your firewall or router. You will need to consult any documentation to see how to open a port for icecast. How fast is your internet connection upload speed? Most DSL lines will only be able to handle about 2-3 people connected to your stream before using up all your upstream bandwidth. If you have Cable, maybe more, I'm not sure. If you want more people than that to listen, you will need a icecast server. Google icecast server and you should find many places that will hook you up with a server. I use shoutcast, and it is ridiculously easy to set up. Max
Jamie Otis Streaming Live Audio Join date: 6 Jul 2004 Posts: 203	01-10-2007 16:08 Hi DolphPun, IceCast is more complex to setup, but does offer some great features. Do you require IceCast for a certain piece of software you are using? As Max says you may find shoutcast easier to setup on the server side of things to start with. You may like to check the appendix C on the manual for icecast here http://www.gnuware.com/icecast/ as there are some sample configurations. Max makes a good point about connections, unless you have a reasonable upload connection you may struggle when it comes to the number of listeners that can connect. If you need an external IceCast server to stream to instead of hosting it locally just send me an IM inworld or you might like to visit my store out. Jamie Steaming Live Audio - Shoutcast / IceCast Hosting HQ (Bisque 245,155)