Guide
How to Add OBS as an Ingest for Live Streaming
Follow these steps to connect OBS to your ingest and start streaming.
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Step 1:Start Server and Navigate to Ingest Bitrate Monitor
Start server, and scroll down to the Ingest Bitrate Monitor section of the control panel.
Step 2:Copy Your Server URL
Click here to directly copy your "Server" value
Step 3:Configure OBS Stream Settings
In OBS → Settings → Stream → Service: Custom, paste the Server value into Server and leave Stream Key blank. Click OK on the bottom right.
Step 4:Set Video Bitrate in OBS
In OBS → Settings → Output → Video Bitrate → Set to 6000 Kbps. This is the optimal setting for a high quality stream - any higher or lower will cause issues for your stream. Click OK on the bottom right.
Step 5:Click Start Streaming on OBS
Start your stream in your desktop's OBS. In Streamable Control Panel, you can now select the Ingest and preview the video in Ingest Bitrate Monitor.
Step 6:Happy Streaming!
Press 'Start Stream' in Streamable Control Panel and you'll be live!
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What does this guide help with?
Follow these steps to connect OBS to your ingest and start streaming.
How long should this setup take?
Most users can complete this in about 4 to 6 minutes, depending on their current setup.
Where should I start first?
Start with Step 1: Start Server and Navigate to Ingest Bitrate Monitor. Then continue in order and apply each setting before moving on.
What if the issue still is not resolved?
Re-check each setting in this guide, restart OBS, and test again. If needed, contact Streamable support or join Discord for help with your exact setup.