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Recording Template

About The Recording Template

The Recording Template in mimoLive provides a streamlined setup for capturing video and audio from a wide range of sources, including RTMP, NDI, SDI, USB webcams, mimoCall, and screen capture. The template is configured to record in high-quality formats such as H.264 or ProRes 422.

This template is well-suited for various use cases, such as recording webinars, live events, tutorials, or other types of video content. It serves as a practical starting point for users who want to quickly configure mimoLive for local recording with minimal setup effort.

Creating a mimoLive Document from the Recording Template

For instructions on how to create a mimoLive document from a template, please refer to the Templates (Overview) section of this manual.

Template Elements

Sources

(Camera) Video Source

The Video Source combines a video device and an audio device. It is typically used to add a camera feed to mimoLIve, but can also be used to connect an HDMI grabber to the output of a PowerPoint presentation from a laptop, or the video from a VCR or Apple TV, which is why it […]

Audio Source

The Audio Source provides audio input from a microphone, a camera with an integrated microphone or some kind of audio interface that is connected to your Mac. Bringing Audio into mimoLive Audio devices can be connected to the Mac in several ways: USB, Thunderbolt, and FireWire. Some devices are even virtual devices that receive data […]

Layers

Placer (The most important layer)

When starting with mimoLive®, the first tool you should familiarize yourself with is the Placer Layer. This basic yet pivotal layer is the cornerstone of creating visually engaging and professionally structured broadcasts. In this guide, we will explore why the Placer Layer is foundational, its capabilities, and how it enhances your video production process. The Placer Layer is the most basic representation of your footage in the layer stack. It enables you to perform basic edits to the appearance.

Audio only

The Audio Only layer injects audio input from an Audio Source, a Video Source, a Media File Source or from a Media Playlist Source into the program out. While being active, its preview displays the waveform of the incoming audio signal. The Audio Only layer will automatically be added when dragging an Audio Source, a […]

Output Destination

Recording to Disk (ISO Recording)

With the Recording to Disk feature, you can easily record your mimoLive productions to your local disk. This is especially useful for users who want to have a backup of their live streams, or for those who want to edit their videos later. You can choose between various output codecs such as h.264, multiple Apple […]

Adapting the Recording Template to Your Needs

Before using the Recording Template for your production, you should adjust it to match your specific setup and recording requirements. This involves selecting the correct input sources and configuring the output destinations.

Select Your Video and Audio Devices

In the Source panel on the left side of the interface, check the currently assigned devices:

Video Device: In the Video source click the dropdown next to Video to select your preferred camera source (e.g., USB webcam, SDI, NDI® input, etc.).
Audio Device: In the Audio source, choose the correct microphone or audio input (e.g., USB mic, audio interface, NDI audio, etc.).

Review and Configure Output Destinations

On the right side, under Output Destinations, the template includes two example recording outputs:

ProRes 422 Recording
This option provides high-quality, professional-grade video files suitable for editing or archiving. It uses more disk space and may not be ideal for long recordings on limited storage.
H.264 Recording
This option creates compressed video files that are smaller and more suitable for web publishing or longer recordings. It balances quality and file size.

You can check available disk space and estimated recording time directly below each output configuration.

If you don’t need both formats, you can remove the one you won’t use by selecting it and clicking the “-” button at the top of the list. This helps simplify your setup and avoids unnecessary processing.

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