ATEN Stream to USB Capture RTMP to UVC Streaming Software User Manual

Stream to USB Capture
RTMP to UVC Streaming Software
User Manual

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About this Manual, This manual is provided to help you get the most out of your Stream to USB Capture. It covers all aspects of the device, including installation, configuration, and operation.
Items covered in this manual include:

An overview of the information covered is provided below.
Chapter 1 , Introduction introduces you to Stream to USB Capture, with its purpose, features, and components described.
Chapter 2 , Getting Started provides a video streaming capture flowchart that covers all of the steps that are involved in capturing video streams from ATEN video streaming devices.
Chapter 3 , Settings describes other settings provided by Stream to USB Capture, including warning messages and mirroring video streams.
An appendix provides technical support and warranty information.

Note:

• Read this manual thoroughly and follow the installation and operation procedures carefully to prevent any damage to the unit or connected devices.
• ATEN regularly updates its product documentation for new features and fixes. For an up-to-date Stream to USB Capture documentation, visit http://www.aten.com/global/en/

Conventions
This manual uses the following conventions:

Enter key. If keys need to be chorded, they appear together in the same bracket with a plus sign between them: [Ctrl+Alt].
1.| Numbered lists represent procedures with sequential steps.
| Bullet lists provide information but do not involve sequential steps.

| Indicates selecting consecutive options (such as on a menu or dialog box). For example, Start > Run means to open the Start menu, and then select Run.
| Indicates critical information.

Chapter 1 Introduction

Overview

ATEN Stream to USB Capture is an easy-to-use video streaming capture software that can capture RTMP video streams from ATEN video streaming devices, such as UC9020 and UC9040, and then convert them into UVC format to be used on a Windows computer.

Features

• Converting RTMP streams to UVC signals
• Auto discovery of multiple ATEN streaming devices within the LAN
• Notifications and warning messages upon ending and switching streams
• Ability to be integrated with 3rd -party applications, such as MS Teams, Zoom, etc.

Stream to USB Capture GUI (Graphical User Interface)

Below provides a quick look at the Stream to USB Capture software.

Chapter 2 Getting Started

Video Streaming Flowchart

Refer to the flowchart below that will guide you through how to use the Stream to USB Capture software from start to finish.

• Preparation
  1. What to prepare?
  see 1. Items to Prepare, page 4
  2. How to install Stream to USB Capture?
  see 2. Installing Stream to USB Capture on Your Computer, page 5

• Adding ATEN Streaming Devices
  3. How to add ATEN streaming devices?
  see 3. Adding ATEN Streaming Devices, page 6

• Playing a Video Stream
  4. How to play a video stream?
  see 4. Playing a Video Stream, page 10

• Advanced Functions
  5. What other functions does Stream to USB Capture provide? see Settings, page 11

1. Items to Prepare

Below is a list of items you should prepare before using your Stream to USB Capture software.

• 1 computer (for Stream to USB Capture) with the following specs:
  Stream to USB Capture system requirements

  OS| Windows 10 (64-bit)
  Processor| Intel multi-core i5/7 series 2.5 GHz (or AMD equivalent) or above
  Memory| 8 GB RAM or above

• At least 1 ATEN streaming device within the same LAN, as exemplified below.
  Examples of ATEN streaming devices

  UC9020| StreamLive™ HD All-in-one Multi-channel AV Mixer
  UC9040| StreamLIVE™ PRO All-in-one Multi-channel AV Mixer

2. Installing Stream to USB Capture on Your Computer

1. On your computer, install Stream to USB Capture by executing Install_ATEN_Stream_to_USB_Capture_64bit_Vx.x.xxx.exe and following the on-screen instructions.
2. Once installed, launch ATEN Stream to USB Capture. The following graphical user interface (GUI) appears.

Click + New Stream and follow the on-screen instructions to start adding ATEN streaming devices. See 3. Adding ATEN Streaming Devices, page 6, for details.

3. Adding ATEN Streaming Devices

When clicking + New Stream , you are provided with 2 methods of adding ATEN streaming devices:

within the LAN.
See Adding Streaming Devices Automatically, page 6.
Add a Stream Manually| Adds a specific ATEN streaming device by entering its information.
See Adding Streaming Devices Manually, page 8.

Adding Streaming Devices Automatically

1. Click and Add a Stream Automatically.
2. Wait for the software to search for all ATEN streaming devices within the LAN. Once finished, all available streaming devices are listed.
3. Select a streaming device you want to add and click Next.
4. A Username, Password, Stream Key, and Network Adapter shall be automatically generated /selected. Optionally define a Name for the streaming device.
5. Click Add to finish.
6. Once successfully added, the following success icon appears and the streaming device is added to your device list.

Adding Streaming Devices Manually

1. Click and Add a Stream Manually.

2. Enter the information of the ATEN streaming device you want to add.• Name: Optionally define a desired name for the streaming device you are adding.
   • IP Address: Type the IP address of the streaming device you are adding.
   • Username/Password: Upon adding the streaming device, a username and password are generated automatically.
   • Stream Key: Upon adding the streaming device, a designated stream key is generated automatically.
   • Network Adapter: If you have more than 1 network adapter, select the one you want to use.

3. After entering the required information, click Add to finish.

4. Once successfully added, the following success icon appears.

Your Streaming Device List
After adding the desired streaming devices, you can select any one of them to edit its settings or remove it, as illustrated below.

4. Playing a Video Stream

To play and view a video stream, do the following

1. Select a desired streaming device and click ▶ to play its video stream, as exemplified below.
2. Once the video stream starts playing, you can view it by clicking , as exemplified below.

Chapter 3 Settings

This chapter covers other settings provided by Stream to USB Capture, as listed below.

• Warning messages upon stopping or switching streams
• Mirroring video streams
• Automatic starting of the software

Accessing Software Settings

To access Stream to USB Capture’s Settings page, click , as demonstrated below.

Setting Options

Stop Stream
Warning Message| Enable to display warning messages upon stopping a video stream.
Switch Stream
Warning Message| Enable to display warning messages upon switching from one video stream to another.
Mirror Stream Video| Enable to mirror the video stream being played, as illustrated below.

Auto Start the Application| Enable to automatically start the software upon starting your computer.

Appendix

Technical Support

International

• For online technical support – including troubleshooting, documentation, and software updates: http://support.aten.com
• For telephone support, see Telephone Support, page ii:

North America

Documentation
Software Updates| http://www.aten-usa.com/support
Telephone Support| 1-888-999-ATEN ext 4988
1-949-428-1111

When you contact us, please have the following information ready beforehand:

• Product model number, serial number, and date of purchase
• Your computer configuration, including operating system, revision level, expansion cards, and software
• Any error messages displayed at the time the error occurred
• The sequence of operations that led up to the error
• Any other information you feel may be of help

Limited Warranty

ATEN warrants its hardware in the country of purchase against flaws in materials and workmanship for a Warranty Period of two [2] years (warranty period may vary in certain regions/countries) commencing on the date of original purchase. This warranty period includes the LCD panel of ATEN LCD KVM switches. Select products are warranted for an additional year (see A+ Warranty for further details). Cables and accessories are not covered by the Standard Warranty.
What is covered by the Limited Hardware Warranty
ATEN will provide a repair service, without charge, during the Warranty Period. If a product is detective, ATEN will, at its discretion, have the option to (1) repair said product with new or repaired components, or (2) replace the entire product with an identical product or with a similar product which fulfills the same function as the defective product. Replaced products assume the warranty of the original product for the remaining period or a period of 90 days, whichever is longer. When the products or components are replaced, the replacing articles shall become customer property and the replaced articles shall become the property of ATEN.
To learn more about our warranty policies, please visit our website: http://www.aten.com/global/en/legal/policies/warranty-policy/

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Released: 2021-12-21

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References

• eService System
• USA Location information - USA.com
• ATEN - Simply Better Connections | ATEN U.S.A.
• ATEN - Simply Better Connections | ATEN Corporate Headquarters
• ATEN Product Warranty | ATEN Corporate Headquarters
• A+ Warranty | ATEN Corporate Headquarters
• LCD KVM Switches / Consoles | ATEN Corporate Headquarters

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