LiveU Solo HDMI User manual

Live Streaming VBOX Video HD2 Using LiveU Solo HDM
A VBOX Video HD2 HDM (RLVBVDHD2-H) connected to a LiveU Solo HDM (RLACS298) can live stream the video
output directly to Facebook, YouTube and other popular online platforms and CDNs. LiveU Solo HDM is available to
purchase on the VBOX Motorsport Store.
LiveU Solo HDM Overview
LiveU Solo HDM is a professional-grade wireless video encoder offering one-touch streaming to Facebook Live and
YouTube, as well as other popular social media networks and online channels. The light and compact Solo is perfectly
suited for any type of mobile use allowing you to stream live video from anywhere.
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The input ports, such as USB and HDM are situated on the sides of the unit. The front panel consists of an LCD display
screen used for configuration, a joystick for navigating the screen and the Power button, which can also be used to start
and stop live streaming.
Joystick
LiveU Solo tutorials are available on the VBOX Motorpsort website. For full LiveU Solo HDM specifications and
manual information, consult the LiveU Solo literature from the https://gosolo.tv website.
Features
• Start streaming within seconds - just connect to VBOX Video HD2 HDM and go live at the push of a button
(once configured).
• Keep more viewers engaged with a reliable, high-quality stream.
• Send a high-quality stream from remote locations or in congested network environments such as heavy crowds.
• Deliver HD live videos to all popular online platforms such as Facebook Live, YouTube and Twitch.
• LiveU Solo can incorporate LiveU’s patented video protocol LRT™ (LiveU Reliable Transport), a unique video
transmission method. t deploys smart algorithms like adaptive bit rate adjustment and automated error
correction to deliver rock-solid live streams with superior video quality. LRT™ combines the bandwidths of up to
four internet sources (2 x cellular networks, 1 x WiFi, 1 x Ethernet) to create a single, strong upstream line.
• Stop/start, preview video, monitor connectivity status and battery life on both unit and in web-based portal.
Specifications
• Bit rate: Up to 8 Mbit/s based on resolution and destination.
• nternal battery: Lithium ion providing a minimum of 2 hours of streaming.
• Size: 95 mm x 132 mm x 43 mm.
• Weight: 518 g.
• Operating temperature: -5 to +45°C.
IMPORTANT - Do not immerse the unit in water!
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Package Contents (RLACS298)
Description Quantity Product Code
LiveU Solo HDM , including video
encoding unit, carry pouch, left and
right angle USBs, country specific
power cord, HDM to mini
HDM cable, setup card and Go
Solo! stickers.
1 LU-SOLO-HDM
High speed HDM lead with
ethernet, 1 m, black 1 C-HDM 1
Optional Accessories
Description Product Code
Power Dual Supply Cable (LiveU Solo, HD2)
RLCAB158 is also required RLACS300
LiveU Solo power adaptor (30 cm) RLCAB158
Cigar Plug Power Supply for HD2 (2 m) RLCAB158 is
also required RLCAB010LE
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Description Product Code
Unterminated Power Supply for HD2 (2
m) RLCAB158 is also required RLCAB014LE
Cigar Plug Power Supply for LiveU Solo (2
m) RLCAB158 is also required RLCAB010D
Li-ion Battery Pack RLCAB158 is also required RLACS112
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How Does LiveU Solo HDM Work
LiveU Solo HDM has an HDM video input and a number of ways to connect to the internet: 2 x Cellular network
connections via 4G USB dongles, 1 x Ethernet port for LAN connections and 1 x WiFi connection.
• When the encoder is switched on, it will try to connect to the internet via the strongest or bonded (LRT™)
connection method.
• When the transmission is started, the encoder sends packets of data over all interfaces that it can connect to the
internet via to the Cloud server.
• The Cloud server then sends back rate control information to LiveU Solo HDM .
• LiveU Solo HDM then knows in real-time what the jitter, packet loss, latency, round trip delay, and all the
parameters of each individual connection are, and then it uses algorithms to decide how to send the video to the
server; such as bitrate and resolution, and then which connections to use.
• Once the packets arrive at the Cloud server, they are pieced back together to make up the video. The encoder will
adjust which connection to use to send the data packets to ensure the highest consistent quality.
f you are intending to use video streaming in a location where there is no Ethernet or strong and stable WiFi connection,
it will be necessary to use 4G USB dongles.
Compatible USB Dongles
Due to user preferences and regional variances we do not supply a modem with the LiveU Solo, this will need to be
arranged separately from a third party, but they are readily available. There are a variety of options for the telecom
providers and services that can be used, please consult the LiveU Website for more information on compatability.
USB modems will need to include the option to change the P address in order to avoid conflicts which could result in
them not working correctly. t is recommended to buy two 4G data S M cards from two different providers (e.g.Vodafone
and EE). n total you could need up to 2.5 GB/hour for maximum quality, so make sure you have enough data to cover
this amount between the two S M cards.
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Charging LiveU Solo HDM
• LiveU Solo HDM contains an internal battery that
enables a minimum of two hours of standalone
operation when fully charged. LiveU recommend
charging the battery for at least 4 hours before first
using LiveU Solo HDM .
• There are 3 methods to charge the battery via
the DC IN connector on the side of LiveU Solo
HDM .
◦ Use the supplied 12 V AC Power Adapter.
◦ Use the optional RLACS300 dual supply cable
to power LiveU Solo HDM from two different
power sources such as a battery pack or the
car's own power supply, meaning the LiveU
stays on and stays charged after the vehicle
ignition is switched off.
◦ Use the optional RLCAB010D cigar plug power
supply.
◦ More information on these accessories are
available above.
• While charging, the LED near the DC connector will
be red.When the battery is fully charged, this LED
will turn green.
• The battery charges even when the unit is turned
on.
• t is good practice to keep the unit plugged into a
power outlet when it is not in use, ensuring it is
charged and ready for operation at a moment’s
notice.
• The battery status is displayed on the LCD display
screen and also within the Solo Web Portal when
Online.
Configuration
Before live streaming from VBOX Video HD2 HDM , it is necessary to configure the following:
1. Configure VBOX Video HD2 HDMI for HDMI output
2. Configure USB dongles
3. Configure LiveU Solo HDMI
4. Connect VBOX Video HD2 HDMI and LiveU Solo HDMI
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Configuring VBOX Video HD2
To output video via the HDM port, the setting must be enabled within VBOX Video Setup Software or the VBOX Video
App.
IMPORTANT - HDMI output is only available when frame rate is selected as 30 fps within the Video Settings.
VBOX Video Software
1. Open VBOX Video Setup Software, this can be downloaded from here.
2. f required, create or upload a scene.
3. Press the Settings button at the top left of the screen.
4. Click on the HDMI Output tab and use the dropdown menu at the bottom of the screen to choose to output from
Camera 1 (without graphics), Camera 2 (without graphics) or Camera 1 and 2 (with graphics).
5. f you would like audio included within the HDM output, select Enable Audio.
Note: Only available if Camera 1 and 2 (with graphics) is selected.
6. Save the scene to an SD card or USB stick using the Save to SD button on the Top panel.
7. Power up the VBOX Video HD2 unit with cameras connected.
8. Load the SD card or USB stick into the front panel - the OK LED will flash green fast as the scene is loaded.
9. The HD2 will double beep when the upgrade is complete - the OK LED will change to solid green.
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VBOX Video App
1. Power up the VBOX Video HD2 unit with cameras connected.
2. Ensure the phone is connected to the unit via Wi-Fi.
3. Open the VBOX Video App and press the Settings button at the top left of the screen.
4. Click on the HDMI option and choose to output from Camera 1 (without graphics), Camera 2 (without graphics)
or Camera 1 and 2 (with graphics).
5. f required, Enable Audio.
6. The settings will be written to the unit.
Configuring USB Dongles
1. Activate the 4G data S M cards (consult S M card provider's literature for instructions).
2. nsert one USB dongle with installed S M card in to a computer and change the P address of the dongle (consult
USB dongle manufacturer's literature for instructions).
3. Repeat for the other USB dongle, making sure the P address is different so they don’t clash.
For example, if you are using a Huawei E8372H-153
dongle:
1. nsert one USB Dongle with installed S M card in
to a computer.
2. The setup page should automatically appear, if not
navigate to 192.168.8.1 within a web browser.
3. Navigate to Settings -> WLAN -> DHCP -> P
address and change to 192.168.2.2. You will be
asked for a username and password to change the
P address, both of which are 'admin'.
4. Repeat for the other USB dongle, however
changing the P address to 192.168.2.3. Huawei E8372H-153
Configuring LiveU Solo HDMI
t is important that the LiveU Solo HDM has the most up to date firmware installed, new firmware upgrades are
automatically sent 'over the air' once you have an internet connection. More information on this is available here.
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Hardware Setup
1. With the unit switched off, place LiveU Solo HDM
into the LiveU pouch.
2. Connect the blue labelled right-angled USB
cable to the USB 1 port on the unit.
3. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a USB
modem/dongle.
4. Fold the cable upwards and tuck the modem into
the elasticated straps on the pouch.
5. Connect the green labelled right-angled USB
cable to the USB 2 port on the unit.
6. Connect the other end of the USB cable to a USB
modem/dongle.
7. Fold the cable upwards and tuck the modem into
the elasticated straps on the pouch.
8. Secure the pouch within the vehicle.
9. f you are using an external power supply rather
than the internal battery, connect the power cable
in to the DC IN port on the unit.
Once the unit is turned on, LiveU Solo HDM will
automatically dial and connect the dongles.
Creating a Solo Web Portal Account
f you haven't previously registered for a Solo Web Portal Account, you will need to sign up following the instructions
below:
1. Open a web browser on a computer or mobile phone and go to https://solo.liveu.tv/login.
2. Click on New User?.
3. Fill in the details.
4. Read the Terms and Conditions and tick the box if agreed to.
5. Click on Submit.
6. An email will be sent asking you to verify your account.
Note: One Solo Web Portal Account can have up to five LiveU Solo HDMI encoders registered to it.
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Registering LiveU Solo HDMI
Once you have a LiveU Web Portal Account, it is then
necessary for you to register the LiveU Solo HDM unit
following the instructions below:
1. Ensure the USB modems are connected to LiveU
Solo HDM as above.
2. Press and hold the Power button on the front of
the unit for 5 seconds to turn the unit on (it may
take approximately 90 seconds to fully boot up).
3. Open a web browser on a computer or mobile
phone and log into your Web Portal Account
at https://solo.liveu.tv/login.
4. Click on the ADD SOLO link on the left of the
landing page to add a new Solo unit to your
account.
5. On the pop up page, add your contact details
along with the serial number of the LiveU Solo
HDM unit and click Next.
6. f you are unsure of the serial number, you can use
the joystick on the front panel to display the serial
number on the screen. Press the right arrow to go
into the menu, then the down arrow to select Unit
Info.
7. Your LiveU Solo HDM will now be registered on
your account.
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Note: LiveU Solo HDMI can only be registered to one account.
Once registered, the LiveU Solo HDM unit will be displayed at the top of the Solo Web Portal along with status
information, such as whether the unit is online (turned on with an active connection) and remaining battery. t is possible
to change the name of the unit by pressing the cog icon above the image of the unit.
Once online, it is also possible to review and configure the connections to the unit by clicking on the Connections
button. The USB dongle connections shouldn't require any additional configuration, as once they inserted, the unit will
automatically dial and connect the dongles. However, you can configure an Ethernet or WiFi connection here if you
wish.
Note: You cannot connect to a WiFi network that has a landing page.
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LRT™ Subscription
LiveU Solo HDM can incorporate LiveU’s patented
video protocol LRT™ (LiveU Reliable Transport), a
unique video transmission method. t deploys smart
algorithms like adaptive bit rate adjustment and
automated error correction to deliver rock-solid live
streams with superior video quality.
When the encoder is switched on, by default it will try to
connect to the internet via the strongest connection
method available. However, if LRT™ is enabled from
within the LRT tile on the Solo Web Portal, the encoder
will combine the bandwidths of up to four internet
sources (2 x cellular networks, 1 x WiFi, 1 x Ethernet) to
create a single, strong upstream line.
By transmitting the video data over multiple connections,
LiveU Solo ensures reliable live streaming even if one
network degrades or drops out completely.
LRT™ is not included as standard, it is an additional
subscription cost, with Monthly and Yearly subscription
options. f you do not have an LRT™ subscription and
attempt to turn the feature on, you will be directed to the
subscription area.
Please note, LRT subscriptions take up to 1 hour to
activate.
Once LRT™ has been activated, you then need to make sure that the correct Zone is selected, this will ensure the
correct bonding cloud server is used for your location, reducing any potential latency. For example, customers within the
UK, should use the EU_ reland server.
Low Delay Mode
f LRT™ has been enabled, a Low Delay Mode is available which reduces the delay to the cloud bonding service. This is
particularly suitable for content that is time sensitive, such as motor racing. However, multiple bonding connections
should be used with this setting to ensure that the video packets get correctly delivered to the cloud. Please refer to
the Solo Knowledgebase for more information on delay times.
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Note: The total delay is dependent on the incorporated streaming service delay, consult the streaming service literature
for information.
Streaming Destination
Once you have registered the LiveU Solo HDM unit, it is then necessary for you to setup a streaming destination for live
video. With the Solo Web Portal open click on Select New Destination from within the Destination tile.
The next screen displayed is split in to two sections:
• One-Touch Streaming
• Streaming Destinations
For help on specific destinations, please refer to the Solo Knowledgebase. When you have all the information in place,
select Save Destination.
One-Touch Streaming
LiveU has integration using AP s with the most common
live streaming platforms within the portal. The AP s
make it seem like you are going live and setting up the
stream in the same way as the streaming platform.
While each one-touch destination may behave
somewhat uniquely, each one is similar in that there is
some integration between that destination and the LiveU
Solo Web Portal.
n many cases, you need only log into the destination in
question (for example Youtube) through the LiveU Solo
Web Portal and then follow the guided steps to create a
new live video post. The stream key is copied
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automatically, you don't need to log in to at the YouTube
end. everything can be done from within the LiveU Solo
Web Portal.
n other cases, you may need to navigate to the
destination’s web user interface and find a token or key
you paste into LiveU Solo to link your Solo account to
the destination site.
Streaming Destinations
Other destinations require a few additional steps to
configure - copy and pasting in information such as the
ingress URL and the stream key (sometimes called
stream name). For each of these types, find this
information on the destination service web page, and
copy it to the LiveU Solo Web Portal.
f you would like to stream to a platform that isn't listed,
you can select the RTMP option and configure the
settings. RTMP is the protocol used by live streaming
platforms, meaning it can all be sent manually rather
than using the AP in the portal.
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Connection
Connection between VBOX Video HD2 HDM and LiveU Solo HDM is simply achieved using the supplied HDM cable
(C-HDM 1) in to the respective HDM ports.
Once both units are powered, LiveU Solo HDM is connected to the internet and video is being received from VBOX
Video HD2 HDM , a preview will be displayed on the LCD display screen. The Solo Web Portal Status tile will also
display the video input type, which in the case of VBOX Video HD2 HDM is 1080p30.
Stream Video
Once VBOX Video HD2 HDM and LiveU Solo HDM are correctly configured and connected, you are now ready to go
live!
To start streaming, either press the GO LIVE button
within the LiveU Solo Web Portal or briefly press the Power button on the front of the unit.
It is recommended that you always Go Live from the LiveU Solo Web Portal! Some services need supplemental
services started, such as transcode engines or rendering engines. n these cases, the Solo Web Portal manages those
supplemental services for you, but can only do so when you start the stream from the Go Live button inside the portal.
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Once streaming to the selected Streaming Destination has been started, the Solo Web Portal will notify you that the
unit is Streaming next to the product name, along with stating Now LIVE below the image of the unit. The Status tile will
also visually represent the total current bandwidth of the streamed video and a bandwidth breakdown of the individual
connection methods.
The live streaming status will also be displayed on the LCD display screen, along with total current bandwidth
information.
To stop the live stream, either press the STOP button
within the LiveU Solo Web Portal or briefly press the Power button on the front of the unit.
To turn LiveU Solo HDM off, press and hold the Power button on the front of the unit for 5 seconds.
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