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STREAMING MENU
this control set to Encoder Default.
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The
Encoding Quality
menu provides a choice between Best, Normal, and Low CPU which allows you to
balance the tradeoff between higher audio quality and lower CPU usage.
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The
Gain
control determines the final output level into the encoder. If you are encoding to a low bit or
sample rate, you will almost certainly need to turn this down to prevent harsh crackling sounds resulting
from clipping in the receiving decoder.
The
MP3 Server
menu allows you to input and set up your server settings.
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The
Title
field allows you to enter the name of the encoder.
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The
Server
field should contain the URL of the server, including the port, in the following format:
“streamingserver.example.com:8000”
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The
Mount Point
field (for Icecast 2 servers) should contain the mount point on the server, in the
following format: “/example1.mp3” following the server name.
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Enabling the
Allow Public Listing
control sets the “public listing allowed” flag in the stream, as deter-
mined by the server.
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The
Server Type
control allows you to choose between Shoutcast and Icecast2.
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The
URL
field is a metadata field whose information is sent to the server to be (potentially) displayed in
the listings and player. The URL is typically the station’s official home page.
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The
User Name
field contains the user (log-in) name for the server.
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The
Password
field contains the password for the server.
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The
Genre
field is also a metadata field. The type or style of content found on the stream is typically
entered here.
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The
Apply Immediately
control determines whether any changes you make to the server settings take
effect immediately or when you manually reconnect.