Here are some questions you may have.
For details on the beta version, see the User Guide.
Install and Start
System Requirements
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Windows:
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1. Minimum specifications
OS : Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit)
Memory : 8GB RAM
Graphics Card : NVIDIA GTX 1060 or equivalent
CPU : Intel Core i3-9100 or i5-7600 and above -
2. Recommended specifications for general streams
OS : Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit)
Memory : 16GB RAM or more
Graphics Card : NVIDIA RTX 2070 or equivalent
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3. Recommended specifications for gaming streams
OS : Windows 10, Windows 11 (64-bit)
Memory : 32GB RAM or more
Graphics Card : NVIDIA RTX 3060Ti or equivalent
CPU : Intel Core i7-9800 or i9-9820 and above
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macOS :
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Supports Apple Silicon chips only
Minimum supported MacOS version : 13.0
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Update Information
When there is a new update available, a pop-up with update information will appear when you start the app. It is recommended to always update to the latest version.
To view the update information pop-up again after closing it, click the Help icon on the right sidebar and then click [Check for update].
Set App Language
PRISM Live Studio supports Korean, English, Indonesian, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese and Japanese. The default language will be the language your device is set to.
You can select the language during PRISM installation and also change the language after installation via [Settings] > [General] > [Language].
Screen Elements and Basic Features
Main Screen Elements
Change Screen Elements
- Size Adjustment : The size of the Scene, Source and Audio Mixer areas can be adjusted by dragging the edge of each area.
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Dock Feature :
1. The Scene, Source, and Audio Mixer areas can be separated or moved freely on the main screen.
2. If the screen's aspect ratio is vertical, all windows can be arranged to the left for a larger screen.
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Separate and Attach Window :
1. The Scene, Source, and Audio Mixer areas can be separated or moved freely on the main screen.
2. Click the Show More button in the Scene, Source, and Audio Mixer areas, and select the Detach/Attach menu.
3. If you overlap multiple windows, you can switch between them using tabs in the same dock.
How do I use Studio Mode?
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About Studio Mode :
Using Studio Mode, you can prepare a source in the edited scene on the left. Changes in the edited scene are not displayed to viewers until the Change Scene [→] button is clicked. -
How to apply Studio Mode :
You can turn on/off Studio Mode by clicking the Convert to Studio Mode button in the sidebar on the right. After finishing editing in the Edit screen on the left, click the Change Scene [→] button in the middle to reflect the changes in the stream screen on the right.
The Change Scene effects can be set by using Change Scene menu at the top of the scene list area.
For reference, the effects set by using the Change Scene button are basically applied to all scenes. To set the effects for individual scenes, right-click each scene and click [Apply This Conversion First].
Prepare Channel and Configure Settings for Simultaneous Transmission
Understanding Platforms and Channels
In PRISM Live Studio, you can live stream by connecting to a live platform, such as Twitch and YouTube.
A “platform” refers to this live service. To stream, you'll need to go through a process to connect to a platform. You have two options for connecting to a live platform. The connection method you select can be limited depending on the live platform policy.
- 1. Service Link : This is a method to connect to a platform by entering
the platform account information. Account information entered in PRISM
is saved through encryption. When a user logs out from PRISM, the
platform account information is reset.
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2. RTMP Link : This is a method of connection that involves entering the
stream URL and stream key information provided by a platform. If a
platform does not support account linking, you can stream by entering
the RTMP information. When transmitting a stream via an RTMP link, you
cannot see the viewer count and chat information.
RTMP Link
A channel refers to a location where a stream is posted within each platform. A list of channels linked to PRISM Live Studio is displayed at the top of the main screen. If there are a large number of channels, a horizontal scroll feature is provided.
Add Service-linked Channel
- 1. Place the mouse cursor on the platform icon at the top of the main
screen to display the plus button. Click the button to proceed with
service linkage.
Add Service-linked Channel - 2. When you complete the link by entering platform login information, channel information of the platform will be automatically displayed.
Add RTMP-linked Channel
- 1. Click the '+ Custom RTMP' button at the top of the main screen.
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2. You can select a platform to link from the URL drop-down menu or by
directly entering it.
You can choose to you can directly enter the URL of the platform you want to link.
PRISM Live Studio currently supports a total of 5 streaming protocols : RTMP, HLS (YouTube), WHIP (Twitch), SRT, and RIST. - 3. Proceed with the link by entering the stream key and channel name provided by the platform.
- 4. After entering the information, click 'Save'.
Is it possible to stream on multiple video platforms simultaneously?
You can simultaneously stream to as many as six platforms through a simple setting in PRISM Live Studio.
- 1. First, add the channel(s) you'll use for your stream to the screen through service link or RTMP link.
- 2. Place the mouse cursor over the icon of the added channel and click the Switch button to 'On'.
- 3. Change the mode of all transmission channels to 'On'. You can select up to six channels at once.
- 4. Click [Go Live] and check the stream information in each channel.
- 5. After checking the information, click [Go Live] button to start simultaneous stream transmission.
Prepare Scene and Source
Add Scene
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1. Add a Scene : You can add a scene by clicking the [+] button in the
Scene Edit area.
To start a live stream or record, you'll need a scene that includes at least one source.
You can check up to ten scenes through real-time thumbnails in the scene list area. You can proceed with scene change even if you are not using Studio Mode. -
2. Save a Scene : You can save a scene and a source for later use.
Click [Menu] > [List of Scenes] > [Export], and enter the save location and file name to create a json or psc file.
In the Scene Dock area, click [Show more], then select [Export List of Scenes]. Enter the save location and file name to create a json or psc file.
If you save as a json file, you can take this file to another live streaming program for immediate use.
If you save as a psc file, you can click the file to start PRISM Live Studio.
Save a Scene
If a scene and a source are not saved separately, the scene and source that were set last will stay.
Configure Change Scene Settings
- 1. How to Change Scenes
- 1) While Studio Mode is on, click the Change Scene [→] button in between the scenes on both sides to change the mode of the scene in the Edit screen to Live.
- 2) You can change scenes swiftly by setting a shortcut key. To use the shortcut key, refer to [Configure Shortcut Key Settings].
- 3) Check the [Change scene when double-clicked] option via [Settings] > [General] > [Studio Mode] to change a scene by double-clicking.
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2. Set Basic Effects for Scene Changing
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3. Set Additional Effects for Scene Changing
After clicking the Change Scene button, click [+] in the pop-up to select from a wider range of effects (push, slide, stinger, fade in specific color, erase luma).
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4. Scene Collection Management
The [Scene Collection Management] feature allows you to manage various scenes or screen layouts.
Through this, you can create, export, import, and manage List of Scenes.
Add Source
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1. Video Capture Device Source
A built-in camera or an external camera device can be used for your stream.
For some video capture devices, you'll need to install a driver to start the devices. Before connecting a device, check the updated driver in the official website.
Refer to the official PRISM Live Studio blog for directions on how to connect video capture devices as the connection methods vary by product.
The connection method for general camera devices is as follows :- 1) First, connect the webcam to your computer.
- 2) Click the Add Source button.
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3) Select [Video Capture Device] from the list > check [New]
> click [OK].
To add the same camera device to two or more scenes, you'll need to select the device from the list by using the [Add Existing] option. - 4) Select a camera device from the Properties pop-up > device drop-down list.
- 5) You can also add the audio of the selected device by checking the [Use custom audio device] option.
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6) Click [Filters] to add Effect and Audio/Video filters.
You can adjust the video screen color using color filters or set filters such as chroma key frequently used in game streams. For detailed settings, see [Useful Features While Streaming].
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2. Audio Input Capture Source
A built-in microphone or an external audio capture device can be used for your stream.
After clicking the Add Source button, select [Audio Input Capture]. Then, select an audio device from the device drop-down list in the Attributes pop-up. Click [Filters] to use various audio filters.
You can adjust the stream sound by using a variety of audio interfaces.
You'll need to install a driver to use some interfaces. Before connecting a device, check the updated driver in the official website.
How to Connect Audio Interface :- 1) Connect an audio interface to the microphone.
- 2) Connect the USB cable of audio interface to your PC.
- 3) Click the Add Source button, and select [Audio Input Capture].
- 4) Go to Computer System Settings > Sound Settings > Input and Output Devices, and set both the output and input devices to the audio interface.
- 5) Refer to the official websites of each interface as the methods of using interfaces vary by product.
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3. Audio Output Capture Source
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4. Application Audio Capture (Beta) Source
You can capture and use the audio output of a specific running program. This is a useful way to separate audio from a specific program and include it in your live stream. -
5. Game Capture Source
You can capture a game screen in real-time and add it to your stream screen.- 1) Capture any fullscreen application : This is a method to automatically capture a full-screen window. After selecting this method, place the mouse cursor focus on the game to start capturing.
- 2) Capture specific window: This is a method to capture a selected window. When you restart the game, it is captured automatically if there is a widow with the same title.
- 3) Capture foreground window with hotkey : After adding a source, go to [Settings] > [Hotkeys] > [Game Capture] > [Capture foreground window] to set a hotkey. When you place the mouse focus on the game and click the hotkey, the game is automatically captured.
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6. Display Capture Source
You can add a real-time full-screen display through the Display Capture source. This is useful when you want to share the entire display, including open windows and programs.
Display Capture method:- 1) Automatic : Automatically selects the most suitable method based on the user's system version and graphics card.
- 2) DXGI Desktop Duplication : Captures the display using DX11.
- 3) Windows 10 (1903 and up): Captures the display using WGC.
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7. Display Capture (Part) source
Similar to the Display Capture Source, you can capture a specific area of the display. It is ideal when you want to focus on specific content or programs, as you can specify the area you want to capture. -
8. Windows Capture Source
You can capture a screen and add it to the stream screen by designating a specific window of a program that is currently running.
Capture method :-
1) Automatic
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2) BitBit (Windows 7 and up)
We recommend using this method if the Windows version is 1903 or lower. UWP windows (e.g. MS Office, Chrome) cannot be captured using this method. -
3) Windows10 (1903 and up)
We recommend using this method to capture MS Office and Chrome windows. Windows must be updated to version 1903 or higher to use this method.
Window Matching Priority :
You have three options to choose from as the standard for recognizing a window for automatic connection to a source.- 1) Window title must match : The source is recognized only when there is a window with the same title. This is an option recommended by PRISM Live Studio.
- 2) Match title, otherwise find window of same type : If there is no window with the same title, connect a similar window based on the class name in Window Attributes.
- 3) Match title, otherwise find window of same executable : If there is no window with the same title, connect another window that is in the same process.
Client Area : Only the client area of the window is captured, not the title bar area. (Windows 10 1903 and up)
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1) Automatic
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9. Browser Source
You can add real-time content from web pages to your stream screen.- 1) Enter the address of the live chat window or widget in the URL input field to add the chat window or donation widget to the stream screen.
- 2) Enter CSS code in the Web Source Attributes window to apply desired styling.
- 3) Shutdown source when not visible : When this option is activated, the source will be hidden or the web page will be deactivated when switching to another scene.
- 4) Refresh browser when scene becomes active : When this option is activated, the web page will refresh when switching scenes.
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10. Media Source
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11. Image Source
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12. Image Slide Show Source
You can add an image slide show to your stream screen and automatically or manually control the slide show.
Manual Control Method : After adding a source, designate the Image Slide Show hotkey via [Settings] > [Hotkeys], so that you can control the slide show using the hotkey. -
13. Color Source
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14. Text (GDI+) Source
You can display a notice or other sentences on your stream screen by adding text to the screen.
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15. Scene Source
You can combine the existing scenes and sources of the scenes, and apply them as a new source. -
16. Group Source
You can combine several sources and manage them as a group.
Click the [Add Source] button and select [Group]. You can add a source to the group by drag-and-drop. -
17. Syphon Client Source (macOS)
You can capture a game screen in real-time and add it to your stream screen. -
18. macOS Screen Capture Source (macOS)
You can select a specific window or program from the monitor or currently running programs and capture only the selected screen to add it in real-time to your stream screen.
Add PRISM Source
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1. PRISM Lens Source
PRISM Lens provides virtual background and beauty features, and you'll need to install PRISM Lens first to use it.
Note :
For the Windows version, you'll need to select the audio device to capture audio in the PRISM Lens source,
For the macOS version, you'll need to add [Audio Input Capture] source to capture audio in the PRISM Lens source.
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2. PRISM Mobile Source
PRISM Lens provides mobile device link feature, and you'll need to install PRISM Lens first to use it.
Connect the PRISM Mobile app camera in PRISM Lens to use it as a webcam source on your PC.
You can easily connect your PC and mobile device using the same WiFi and scan the QR code for mobile device link.
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3. Text Template Source
You can easily select and add text templates of various designs with motion.
In properties, you can configure options such as your preferred font, size, color, and more. -
4. PRISM Chat Source
You can add the chat source of the currently streaming platform to your stream screen.
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5. Viewer Count Widget Source
You can add the number of viewers by platform to your stream screen.
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6. PRISM Sticker Source
You can decorate your stream screen with various PRISM stickers.
Select the PRISM Sticker menu from the sidebar and add your desired stickers. -
7. GIPHY Sticker Source
You can decorate your stream screen with various free stickers.
Select the GIPHY Sticker menu from the sidebar and add your desired stickers. -
8. Music Playlist Source
With the Music Playlist source, you can create playlists with music stored on your PC or free music provided by PRISM Live Studio.
The free music provided by PRISM Live Studio is sourced from musicians with direct contracts or purchased licenses, allowing you to use them freely for streaming and recording without copyright concerns.
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10. Background Template Source
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11. Clock Widget Source
You can add clock and timer widgets designed in PRISM style to your stream screen.
Add Filter
Right-click on a source to add various Effects and Audio/Video filters.
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1. The filters that can be applied by source type are divided into two
types.
Effect Filters : Image source, image slide show source, monitor source, window source, game source, color plate source, text source
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2. Description of Effect Filters- 1) Apply LUT : This feature allows to easily change the color
and tone of videos and images.
Similar to color filter effects used in camera apps, it provides presets created by PRISM Live Studio. - 2) Chroma Key : This is a feature to set a specific part of a screen to appear transparent as if the part has been cut out. Use this feature together with green screen to erase the background, leaving only the human figure in the camera screen.
- 3) Color Correction : This is a feature to finely adjust the color and tone of an image. Using this feature, you can adjust the gamma, contrast, brightness, etc.
- 4) Color Key : This is a feature to set a specific part of a colored image to appear transparent as if only the part has been cut out.
- 5) Crop/Pad : This feature is used to cut out or fill margins at the top/bottom and on either side of an image. Use this feature to cut out the black margins on the left and right side of a camera source.
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6) HDR Tone Mapping (Override) : You can manually adjust and
redefine tone mapping settings for High Dynamic Range (HDR)
content in the video stream.
This feature, applied to HDR content, provides the ability to accurately map the dynamic range of the video to display capabilities.
Adjusting tone mapping settings can enhance the visual experience for viewers. - 7) Image Mask/Blend : This is a feature to mix images or figures you want on top of a source. Use this feature to apply the masking effect, which is to cut out a source in the shape of a figure, or the blending effect, which is to blend images.
- 8) Luma Key : This is a feature to set a part of a screen where a specific brightness is applied to appear transparent.
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9) Render Delay : This feature allows you to set the rendering
delay for videos (0~500ms).
Use this feature to adjust video/audio synchronization when video and audio outputs are simultaneously produced, such as on an image, game or media source. - 10) Scaling/Aspect Ratio : This is a feature to adjust the resolution or ratio of an image. It is useful when you wish to scale up a low resolution image or game.
- 11) Scroll : This is a feature to apply horizontal and vertical scroll effects to a source. Use this feature to apply a moving effect to a text source.
- 12) Sharpen : This feature is used when you want to make a video or image clearer.
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3. Description of Audio/Video Filters- 1) 3-Band Equalizer : An audio processing tool that allows you to adjust and control the balance of audio frequencies in three different bands - low, mid, and high. This tool enables you to modify the sound characteristics of the original audio, tailoring it to the desired audio quality and clarity.
- 2) Compressor : This is an effect to evenly adjust the overall volume range by compressing signals higher than a set level. It is a useful feature for preventing the generation of sudden loud sound from the microphone.
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3) Expander : This produces an opposite effect from that of an
audio compressor.
This is a useful feature for reducing background sound, such as the noise generated by your computer, mouse, keyboard and breathing sounds as well as unwanted voices. - 4) Gain : This is a feature to compensate for the audio level reduced by compressor.
- 5) Invert Polarity : This is a feature to minimize sound quality deterioration caused by phase cancellation when you use two or more microphones.
- 6) Limiter : The limiter restricts the audio source output from exceeding preset levels, preventing distortion and clipping.
- 7) Noise Gate : This is a feature to eliminate background noise, such as computer-generated noise, mouse and keyboard clicks, breathing sounds, and unwanted voices.
- 8) Noise Suppression : This helps reduce or eliminate background noise and unwanted sound artifacts from the audio source.
- 9) Soundtouch Filter : This is a feature to change the tempo and pitch of audio recordings, providing flexibility in audio manipulation.
- 10) Upward Compressor : This audio processing tool enhances lower audio components, improving overall dynamic range and clarity of the sound.
- 11) VST 2.x Plug-in : You can use various audio filters by installing VST plug-in.
- 12) Video Delay (Async) : This is a feature to delay the video source.
Configure Video Output Settings
Set Resolution and FPS
- 1. Resolution : This means the clarity (i.e. picture quality) of an image. When the resolution is set high, it can put a heavy load on your PC. Thus, select a resolution by considering the specifications of your computer and stream content.
- 2. FPS : This means how many frames that configure an image are displayed per second. A higher FPS (60 or more) allows your streams to be smoother and more natural. However, if the specifications of your computer are low, it can make it harder to stream smoothly. Thus, please consider your PC's specifications when making your selection.
You can set the resolution/FPS of your stream via [Settings] > [Video].
Configure Output Settings by Stream Platform
For the output mode of output settings, you can use a recommended value or
use Simple Mode.
To use Advanced Mode, configure settings according to the recommended
settings for each platform.
If you cannot find the hardware (AMD) from the encoder list, update the driver to the latest version.
YouTube Recommended Settings
- AV1 and H.265
| Settings | Option | |||
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| Encoder | AV1 and H.265 | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 4K/2160p*60fps | 4K/2160p*30fps | 1440p*60fps | 1440p*30fps |
| Resolution | 3840*2160p | 3840*2160p | 2560*1440 | 2560*1440 |
| Bitrate | 10,000~40,000Kbps | 8,000~35,000Kbps | 6,000~30,000Kbps | 5,000~25,000Kbps |
| Data Rate Control | CBR | |||
| Keyframe Interval | 2 s recommended; do not exceed 4 s | |||
| Settings | Option | |||
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| Encoder | AV1 and H.265 | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 1080p*60fps | 1080p | 720p*60fps | 240p~720p |
| Resolution | 1920*1080 | 1920*1080 | 1280*720 | - |
| Bitrate | 4,000~10,000Kbps | 3,000~8,000Kbps | 3,000~8,000Kbps | 3,000~8,000Kbps |
| Data Rate Control | Option | |||
| Keyframe Interval | 2 s recommended; do not exceed 4 s | |||
- H.264
| Settings | Option | |||
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| Encoder | H.264 | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 4K/2160p*60fps | 4K/2160p*30fps | 1440p*60fps | 1440p*30fps |
| Resolution | 3840*2160p | 3840*2160p | 2560*1440 | 2560*1440 |
| Bitrate | 35,000Kbps | 30,000Kbps | 24,000Kbps | 15,000Kbps |
| Data Rate Control | CBR | |||
| Keyframe Interval | 2 s recommended; do not exceed 4 s | |||
| Settings | Option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encoder | H.264 | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 1080p*60fps | 1080p | 720p*60fps | 240p~720p |
| Resolution | 1920*1080 | 1920*1080 | 1280*720 | - |
| Bitrate | 12,000Kbps | 10,000Kbps | 8,000Kbps | 4,000Kbps |
| Data Rate Control | CBR | |||
| Keyframe Interval | 2 s recommended; do not exceed 4 s | |||
Twitch Recommended Settings
| Settings | Option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encoder | NVIDIA NVENC | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 1080p*60fps | 900p*60fps | 720p*60fps | 720p*30fps |
| Resolution | 1920*1080 | 1600*900 | 1280*720 | 1280*720 |
| Bitrate | 6000 kbps | 6000 kbps | 4500 kbps | 3000 kbps |
| Data Rate Control | CBR | CBR | CBR | CBR |
| Keyframe Interval | 2s | 2s | 2s | 2s |
| Max. B-frame | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Settings | Option | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encoder | x264 | |||
| Resolution/FPS | 1080p*60fps | 900p*60fps | 720p*60fps | 720p*30fps |
| Resolution | 1920*1080 | 1600*900 | 1280*720 | 1280*720 |
| Bitrate | 6000 kbps | 6000 kbps | 4500 kbps | 3000 kbps |
| Data Rate Control | CBR | CBR | CBR | CBR |
| Keyframe Interval | 2s | 2s | 2s | 2s |
You can also quickly set this by using the Output setting guide for
platform provided by PRISM Live Studio.
Configure Audio Settings
About Audio Mixer
The Audio Mixer comprises three colors: green, yellow and red.
- 1. Green : Recommended to keep the music or game sound within this zone.
- 2. Yellow : Recommended to keep the microphone sound within this zone.
- 3. Red : Recommended to keep the sound transmitted from your stream away from this zone.
- 4. Volume Control : You can control the volume of sound by adjusting control bars below each audio source.
- 5. Mute : You can turn this feature on/off by clicking the sound icon.
Configure Audio Monitoring Settings
You can check the audio to be transmitted from your stream via [Audio Mixer] > [Settings] > [Advanced Audio Settings].
When the audio monitoring feature is activated, echo or howling can be generated. Echo or howling can occur when the sound coming from a speaker flows into the microphone or audio input and output are repeated in the desktop computer audio system.
When this occurs, adjust the settings in the following method.
- 1. Keep the sound from flowing into the microphone by using a headset, etc.
- 2. Change the monitoring device via [Settings] > [Audio] > [Advanced] and try it again.
Delay Audio and Adjust Sync
If audio delay occurs or audio is not synchronized, use the Sync Offset feature in Advanced Audio Settings. For reference, the sync offset unit is in 'ms'. (1000ms=1s)
Configure Audio Settings
You can configure audio-related settings via [Settings] > [Audio].
- 1. Sample Rate : Sample rate determines the quality of sound transmitted from your stream. In general, 44.1 kHz (sound quality for CDs) is recommended. 48 kHz is for professional streams that require enriched sound.
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- 2. Channel :
- - Mono : This is a method of sound reproduction using one channel.
- - Stereo : This is a method of sound reproduction using two or more independent audio channels through symmetrical speaker composition.
- - Surround Sound : To apply surround sound, check if the input and playback features for this effect are supported in the corresponding service. PRISM Live Studio audio filters support surround sound. However, VST plug-in support is not guaranteed.
Start Live Stream
Select Channel
Before starting a stream, you'll need to decide which channel you'll stream
on.
You can select a channel by switching the toggle button of the channel icon
at the top of the main screen to On.
Edit Live Info
For a channel that has been added via an account link, you can set the title, category and range of opening of your stream in the 'Live Info' pop-up.
Click the 'Live Info' button of the channel icon at the top of the main screen to edit the live stream information. You can edit the information not only before, but also during a stream.
Start Live Stream
When the channel settings are complete, click [Go Live] to start your live stream.
Share via Social Media
PRISM Live Studio provides a feature to share the links to your streams via social media.
For service-linked channels, place the mouse cursor over the channel at the top of the main screen and click the third button to share via Facebook or X.
Ending Your Stream
Once you start live streaming, the [Finish] button will be exposed on the bottom right side of the screen on your application. Clicking the [Finish] button will end your live stream.
Even if the live stream appears to have ended on the content viewing platform during live streaming, the PRISM Live Studio may continue the transmission according to the RTMP policy of individual platforms. Therefore, in order to safely end the live stream, make sure you click the [Finish] button.
Chat
Is it possible to see the platform chat in one place while streaming to multiple platforms simultaneously?
PRISM integrated chat feature is provided if two or more of the simultaneous transmission channels are account-linked channels. You can write a comment and send it directly to the chat window.
On YouTube, you can delete your comment by placing the mouse cursor over the comment and clicking the Delete button.
Chatting by Platform
You can communicate with viewers in real time by opening a chat window in the right sidebar.
Chatting tabs are individually provided for the account-linked channels. You can use the emoji, comment, report and setting features provided in each platform.
On YouTube-linked channels, if you select scheduled stream from the Live Info window, a chatting room for the scheduled stream opens. The chat room cannot be displayed for BAND and Custom RTMP channels.
PRISM Chat Source
You can add the chat source of the current platform to the stream screen.
However, BAND and Custom RTMP do not support PRISM Chat Source.
Useful Features While Streaming
Using Drawing Mode
1. You can directly draw on the screen by activating the Drawing Mode button on the sidebar.
2. Customize the brush's size and color or use various shapes to decorate the screen.
Configure Replay Buffer Settings
Using a shortcut key, you can save or stream a highlight scene.
- How to Configure Reply Buffer Settings :
- 1. Activate the Replay Buffer option via [Settings] > [Output] > [Advanced] > [Replay Buffer].
- 2. Configure shortcut key settings via [Settings] > [Hotkeys] > [Replay Buffer].
- 3. If you click the shortcut key on a scene during live or recorded stream, the highlight scene is saved as a file.
- 4. To stream a saved highlight file from your stream in real-time, go to [Menu] > [Tools] > [Scripts].
More detailed directions will be updated in the official PRISM blog.
Configure Hotkeys Settings
You can directly designate streaming/recording, scene, audio and source-related shortcut keys via [Settings] > [Hotkeys].
You can control your stream more conveniently by setting the frequently used hotkeys, such as to start/end stream, change scene, display/hide source, activate/deactivate mute, and play/pause source.
Configure Chroma Key Settings
Chroma key is a technique to separate an image from its background by using color differences and synthesizing it in another screen. For an Internet stream, this technique is mainly used to remove the background for a camera so as to help viewers focus on the streamer’s expression and the stream screen.
To apply the chroma key technique, you'll need a monochromatic screen for the background. A green or blue screen is mainly used for the chroma key technique. This is because an image can be clearly separated from its background when the colors are distinctly different.
More detailed directions will be updated in the official PRISM blog.
Configure Recording Settings
Record Live Stream
Click the [Rec] button at the bottom of the main screen to start recording.
You can start recording a stream regardless of the state of the stream being started or ended. Therefore, this feature can be used for rehearsal before a live stream or producing a video for recorded streams.
Configure Recording Settings
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1. Basic Settings
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2. Advanced Settings
You can configure advanced settings, such as for recording storage path, recording format, and recording audio track via [Settings] > [Output] > [Advanced] > [Recording]. -
3. Recording Pause Button Settings
If you select the option for 'Recording Quality' other than 'Same as Stream' via [Settings] > [Output] > [Recording], you can use the [Pause Rec] button.
Or, if you configure the recording video encoder via [Settings] > [Output] > [Advanced] > [Recording], you can use the [Pause Rec] button.
Account-related Inquiries
Change Account
Go to [Settings] > [General] > [My Account] > [Log out] and log in to a new account. When you log out, all settings and account-linked channels are reset.
Delete Account
You can withdraw from PRISM Live Studio service via [Settings] > [General] > [My Account] > [Delete Account].
Once delete the account, the account cannot be recovered.
Note: You can’t delete your account if your PRISM Plus subscription is still
active.
Please wait until it ends, or cancel and request a refund, and
then try again.
You can view the refund policy in: Mobile > PRISM Plus Subscription Inquiries > Can I get a refund for PRISM Plus?
Reset Password
You can change the password to the account you have created via email.
Go to [Settings] > [General] > [My Account] > [Change Password] and set a new password.
A password must be at least 6 characters but not more than 20 characters, including alphabets, numbers, and special characters.
When Account is Locked
Your account will be locked if you enter an incorrect password continuously in the password input screen.
You can try again in an hour, or click on “Forgot your password??” to reset your password.
Inquiries about PRISM Plus Subscription
Using and Managing Your Subscription
Subscription and management are only available on the PRISM Live mobile app.
Subscription not active after payment?
For the desktop app subscription to activate, the app has to be
restarted.
Make sure the mobile and desktop app accounts are the same.
If the subscription is still not active, go to the right sidebar, tap the
“” icon,
and select Contact PRISM (Inquiry Type: Subscription Inquiry) to contact the
PRISM Live Studio team.
Inquiries about PRISM Credits
Where do I buy and use PRISM Credits?
Purchasing (subscribing / topping up) and using PRISM Credits is currently available only in the mobile app (Android · iOS). Support for PC (desktop) is in preparation.
Can I use credits purchased on mobile on desktop as well?
Currently, credit-based AI features are available only in the mobile app, and use on PC (desktop) is in preparation. We will provide guidance through the Help section as soon as it's ready.
Error Inquiries
When App Crashes
When the app crashes, PRISM Live Studio displays the following notification.
"The program crashed due to an error. Visit the official PRISM blog for
troubleshooting details."
There can be several reasons for the crash.
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1. Crash caused by adding an external plug-in
Since the stability of the external plug-in cannot be ensured, we recommend deleting the plug-in.
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2. Crash caused by a device or device driver
Check conditions of the camera, microphone, and capture board first before updating their drivers to the latest versions.
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3. Crash caused by a graphics card or graphics card driver
The app may experience stability issues if the minimum graphics card specifications recommended by PRISM Live Studio are not met.
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4. Crash caused by system memory shortage
If there is not enough system memory, we recommend turning off unnecessary programs while using PRISM Live Studio.
Troubleshooting details will be continually updated on the official PRISM Live Studio blog.
Check out the details on our blog or contact us via the official PRISM Live Studio email address at prismlive@navercorp.com.
Graphics Card Inquiries
PRISM Live Studio supports DirectX Version 11. If your graphics card does not
support DX11, the following notification will be displayed.
"Cannot
stream stably in high quality. Please upgrade your graphics card.”
The minimum graphics card requirement of PRISM Live Studio is NVIDIA GTX 960 or equivalent.
If this minimum specification is unmet, the following notification will be
displayed.
“Your graphics card does not meet the minimum system
requirements supported by PRISM, stability issues may arise.”
We recommend using a graphics card with better performance if possible.
Frame Drop Inquiries
PRISM Live Studio displays a notification when Frame drop occurs.
Refer to the following blog post for troubleshooting details.
https://medium.com/prismlivestudio/pc-guide-guide-for-dropping-frames-83a20050ad34
The Stream Ended
The main causes for automatic stream ending are as follows.
- 1. Unstable network
A stream is automatically ended if the network is unstable, resulting in delay or suspension of the stream transmission.
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2. Deleted channel or invalid streaming permission
A stream is automatically ended if the streaming channel is deleted or streaming permission becomes invalid during the stream.
Displayed as Invalid live stream
The 'Invalid live stream' message is displayed when a scheduled stream has been canceled or a stream is transmitted through the channel from another device.
If a scheduled stream has been canceled, select another scheduled stream. If the channel is already streaming, end the stream and try again or select another channel.
Chatting Reaction is Slow
There can be time difference between chatting and live stream depending on the situation of the network or platform.
Chats are Not Displayed
The main causes of this problem are as follows.
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1. If streaming via BAND and Custom RTMP channels
A chat room cannot be displayed for BAND and Custom RTMP channels. Look for messages in the chat room of each platform page.
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2. No chat messages
If there are no chat messages, it can appear as though the chats are not displayed. Please wait for a moment until messages are entered.
Channel is Not Displayed
If the platform has been linked but the channel is not displayed, it could be either of the two cases below.
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1. Channel creation and authentication were not completed
To stream via YouTube, you'll need to complete the channel creation and authentication process once on the YouTube page. After linking your YouTube account, click the [Create a channel] button in the channel list. You will then be redirected to the Create Channel page. When the channel creation and authentication process is completed, it will appear in the channel list.
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2. Channel information search failed
Channel information search can fail due to a temporary error. Refresh the channel list and try searching channel information again.
'Channel Authentication Info Expiration' Message is Displayed
If the storage period of login information in each platform expires, the 'Channel authentication info expiration' message is displayed.
If the notice is displayed prior to a stream, link the platform again according to the instructions provided by the program.
If the notice is displayed during a stream, you can link the platform again after the stream is ended because it does not affect the stream.
YouTube Channel Errors
Please refer to the following if an error occurs while linking to YouTube.
https://medium.com/prismlivestudio/mobile-guide-troubleshooting-connection-errors-for-youtube-6985e98686Please refer to the following if an error occurs when you start a stream on YouTube.
https://medium.com/prismlivestudio/mobile-guide-troubleshooting-errors-for-live-streaming-on-youtube-a4435d701f02There's No Sound
- 1. Check if the microphone is set to 'On' in your device's system settings.
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2. If the audio is not muted, check if the correct input and output
device have been selected.
Set the microphone to 'On' in your device's system settings.
There's No Sound
Sound is Breaking up
This problem can occur when the user device performance, system condition or network quality is not good.
- 1. Use the Refresh or Reconnect options to temporarily solve the problem.
- 2. Try converting your wireless network (Wi-Fi) to a wired network.
There's No Video
- 1. Check if the camera is set to 'On' in your device's system settings.
- 2. Check if the camera is properly connected.
- 3. Check if the camera is being blocked by a virus vaccine software.
- 4. Check if the camera drive is of the latest version.
- 5. Check if the same source has been added to another scene or program.
Audio is Not Synchronized
- 1. This problem can occur if the computer specifications are not sufficient for the data processing and transmission capacity. Configure transmission settings as recommended.
- 2. Check your network state. It is recommended to use a wired network rather than a wireless (Wi-Fi) network.
- 3. If an external device has been added, this problem can occur due to a difference in data transmission speed between the devices. Adjust the speed via [Advanced Audio Properties] > [Sync Offset].
Problem Still Not Resolved?
If your problem was not resolved with Help, please use the following
methods.
To send an inquiry, click the Help icon on the program's sidebar and then
click [Contact Us].
Send an inquiry via email at prismlive@navercorp.com.