Using other encoders with Aiir streaming

While Aiir has its own LiveStream audio encoder, unlike some streaming providers, it doesn't force you to use any specific software.

Stations will likely already have existing streaming infrastructure in place, so we want to make it as easy as possible for stations to get up and running with Aiir streaming.

This guide will walk you through obtaining your stream encoder settings and how to configure some common third-party encoding tools.

Getting your station's settings

When you connect your encoding software to Aiir's streaming service for the first time, you will need your station's server details. These are:

To retrieve your station's unique mount point and encoder password, follow these steps:

1. Log in to your Aiir Streaming account.
2. Click 'Stations' in the menu on the left-hand side of the page and select the name of the station you want to manage.
3. Click the 'Broadcast settings' button on the right of the page.

4. Copy the required details and paste them into your encoding software:

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Altacast (previously Oddcast / Edcast)

Once installed and configured with a suitable audio device, follow these steps:

1. Open Altacast and click 'Add Encoder'
2. Right-click the newly created encoder and click 'Configure'

3. On the 'Basic Settings' tab, enter the settings for your station listed above.

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   Make sure 'Joint Stereo' is unticked and there is a forward slash (/) at the beginning of your mount point.

4. Click 'OK' and 'Connect' to start the encoder.

Barix devices (Instreamer, Extreamer etc.)

Once your Barix device is connected to your local network and audio source, you can connect it to Aiir Streaming.

Instructions may vary slightly based on which model you have, but the following fields need to be configured in the Streaming settings:

Audio/encoder setup

Server setup

In some older Barix firmware versions, the Icecast password field is on the Security configuration page rather than the Streaming configuration page.

BreakawayOne

Once installed and processing audio with the stream encoder add-on enabled, follow these steps:

1. Open BreakawayOne and select your station/processor.
2. Click 'Streaming' near the bottom-right of the window and click 'Encoder 1' (or whichever device you wish to use).
3. Enter your station's settings listed above (Codec, Bitrate, Server Type, Server IP, Mount point, username, and password)
4. Press 'Enable' to start encoding once your station's settings have been entered.

BUTT

Once installed and configured with a suitable audio device, follow these steps:

1. Open BUTT and click 'Settings'
2. Click 'Add' next to the 'Server' drop-down box.

3. Enter a suitable name like 'Aiir stream', choose Icecast, and enter your station's settings.

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   Make sure there is a forward slash (/) at the beginning of your mount point.

4. Click 'Add' then 'Save'.
5. Click the play button on the main BUTT window to start encoding.

Rocket Broadcaster

Once installed and configured with a suitable audio device, follow these steps:

1. Open Rocket Broadcaster and click 'Start Broadcast'. You will be prompted to configure a new stream.
2. Enter a suitable name like 'Aiir stream', choose Icecast, and enter your station's settings.
3. Press 'Test Stream' or 'OK' to continue.
4. Once back on the main screen, press 'Start Broadcast' again to begin encoding.

SAM Broadcaster Pro

Once installed and configured with a suitable audio device, follow these steps:

1. Open SAM Broadcaster Pro and click 'Encoders' from the 'Window' menu.
2. Press the plus button to add a new encoder
3. Choose AAC or MP3 as the encoding type and enter the rest of your station's settings.
4. Press 'OK' then the play button to start encoding