Want to take a pre-recorded file and simulate a live stream using Videolinq? No problem. We support MP4 file sources for live streaming. You can even set up a schedule to start and stop the live stream at a specific date/time. There are a few requirements to live stream from pre-recorded files on Videolinq -
Media Configuration
Encode a MPEG-4 file (extension .mp4) with one of the many video encoders software available, but make sure the file complies with this:
Video resolution of 720p or 1080p.
Use up to 60 frames per second (fps).
Bitrate between 2 to 8 Mbps (larger files will be rejected).
Use Stereo audio of 64 - 256 KBps bitrate.
Encode the video with H.264 Main or High profile codec.
Encode the audio with AAC codec at 48 KHz.
Insert 2 keyframes every second (some encoding tools refer to keyframes as GOP)
Name the file without spaces (example "my-file-name.mp4")
When the MP4 file is ready, upload it with your browser to Videolinq. Maximum 4 GB per file is allowed via browser. All plans come with 5 GB of free storage. Additional space is available upon ordering.
File Size Limitation
Web browsers limit the size of uploaded files to a maximum of 4 GB per file. Got large files over 4 GB in size? Please reach out to customer service and ask for help.
Important: remember that live streaming is limited to 8 MBps. Pre-recorded MP4 files that were encoded at a bitrate of 8 MBps or more will be blocked.