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Some models use additional webcam software to modify their video feed in some way, such as to add text overlays or other features. This page will describe the most common software packages.
== Webcam Settings Utilities ==
*[https://www.logitech.com/en-ca/product/capture Logitech Capture]
*[https://prosupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040085234-Download-Stub-LogiTune Logitech Tune] ([https://www.logitech.com/en-us/video-collaboration/software/logi-tune-software.html more info]) *works on Apple M1 computers
*[https://www.logitechg.com/en-ca/innovation/g-hub.html Logitech G HUB] *advanced users only
== RTMP Broadcasting Software ==
RTMP is the most widely used protocol for streaming live video from the broadcaster to the server. [[External Broadcaster | External Broadcasters]] provide real-time video mixing tools, transitions, overlays, effects, audio tools, and more.
*You are able to seamlessly stream in Free Chat and Private/Group/Club shows on MyFreeCams using an RTMP External Broadcaster ''without having to stop broadcasting'' when switching between show types.
*This is the best way to use [[MFC Alerts]] and the [[CharlesBot]] OBS widgets.
*This broadcasting method is recommended for models on WiFi or with a sub optimal Internet connection (e.g. when traveling).
*If you had good results with Flash, but not with WebRTC, this broadcasting option will be the optimal choice.
*A hard-wired Ethernet connection is recommended for the best results.
===External Broadcasting Software===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS] ([[OBS|more info]])
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam] ([[SplitCam|more info]])
*[https://www.xsplit.com XSplit] ([[XSplit|more info]]) [Windows only]
*[https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/ Ecamm Live] [Mac only]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast/ Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
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== Virtual Webcam Software ==
Software in this category will create a Virtual Webcam on your computer that you can then select as the webcam source when using the [[Model Web Broadcaster]] to broadcast with the WebRTC video setting. '''This isn't recommended.''' Broadcasting via RTMP with [[OBS]] or via WebRTC with [[Sidekick | OBS + Sidekick]] will provide superior video quality.
=== Windows ===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS]
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam]
*[https://www.xsplit.com XSplit]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
=== Mac ===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS]
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam]
*[https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/ Ecamm Live]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
=== Advice ===
*Make sure to set your resolution in the webcam software to match the resolution you choose in your [[Model Web Broadcaster]] settings (1920x1080, 1280x720, 960x540).
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== DSLR/Mirrorless Software ==
*[https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/self-help-center/eos-webcam-utility/ Canon EOS Webcam Utility]
*[https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/support/download/software/x-webcam/ Fujifilm X Webcam]
*[https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/548/Webcam_Utility.html Nikon Webcam Utility]
*[https://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/lumixtether.html Panasonic LUMIX Tether for Streaming]
*[https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/webcam/en/ Sony Imaging Edge Webcam]
*[https://community.gopro.com/t5/en/How-to-Use-Your-GoPro-as-a-Webcam/ta-p/665493/redirect_from_archived_page/true#U665493 GoPro]
== Webcam Settings Utilities ==
*[https://www.logitech.com/en-ca/product/capture Logitech Capture]
*[https://prosupport.logi.com/hc/en-us/articles/360040085234-Download-Stub-LogiTune Logitech Tune] ([https://www.logitech.com/en-us/video-collaboration/software/logi-tune-software.html more info]) *works on Apple M1 computers
*[https://www.logitechg.com/en-ca/innovation/g-hub.html Logitech G HUB] *advanced users only
== RTMP Broadcasting Software ==
RTMP is the most widely used protocol for streaming live video from the broadcaster to the server. [[External Broadcaster | External Broadcasters]] provide real-time video mixing tools, transitions, overlays, effects, audio tools, and more.
*You are able to seamlessly stream in Free Chat and Private/Group/Club shows on MyFreeCams using an RTMP External Broadcaster ''without having to stop broadcasting'' when switching between show types.
*This is the best way to use [[MFC Alerts]] and the [[CharlesBot]] OBS widgets.
*This broadcasting method is recommended for models on WiFi or with a sub optimal Internet connection (e.g. when traveling).
*If you had good results with Flash, but not with WebRTC, this broadcasting option will be the optimal choice.
*A hard-wired Ethernet connection is recommended for the best results.
===External Broadcasting Software===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS] ([[OBS|more info]])
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam] ([[SplitCam|more info]])
*[https://www.xsplit.com XSplit] ([[XSplit|more info]]) [Windows only]
*[https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/ Ecamm Live] [Mac only]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast/ Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
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== Virtual Webcam Software ==
Software in this category will create a Virtual Webcam on your computer that you can then select as the webcam source when using the [[Model Web Broadcaster]] to broadcast with the WebRTC video setting. '''This isn't recommended.''' Broadcasting via RTMP with [[OBS]] or via WebRTC with [[Sidekick | OBS + Sidekick]] will provide superior video quality.
=== Windows ===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS]
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam]
*[https://www.xsplit.com XSplit]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
=== Mac ===
*[https://obsproject.com OBS]
*[https://splitcam.com SplitCam]
*[https://www.ecamm.com/mac/ecammlive/ Ecamm Live]
*[https://www.telestream.net/wirecast Wirecast]
*[https://manycam.com ManyCam]
=== Advice ===
*Make sure to set your resolution in the webcam software to match the resolution you choose in your [[Model Web Broadcaster]] settings (1920x1080, 1280x720, 960x540).
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== DSLR/Mirrorless Software ==
*[https://www.usa.canon.com/internet/portal/us/home/support/self-help-center/eos-webcam-utility/ Canon EOS Webcam Utility]
*[https://fujifilm-x.com/en-us/support/download/software/x-webcam/ Fujifilm X Webcam]
*[https://downloadcenter.nikonimglib.com/en/products/548/Webcam_Utility.html Nikon Webcam Utility]
*[https://www.panasonic.com/global/consumer/lumix/lumixtether.html Panasonic LUMIX Tether for Streaming]
*[https://support.d-imaging.sony.co.jp/app/webcam/en/ Sony Imaging Edge Webcam]
*[https://community.gopro.com/t5/en/How-to-Use-Your-GoPro-as-a-Webcam/ta-p/665493/redirect_from_archived_page/true#U665493 GoPro]
