Streaming Out
The GB3FW video stream is sent to the BATC Live Video Streamer.
Watch GB3FW on BATC (HTML5), or connect directly using VLC Media Player.
Web browser viewing (HTML5)
For viewing in a web browser, use the HTML5 player. The BATC link above selects HTML5 automatically. If a player choice is shown, choose HTML5. No VLC installation is required for browser viewing; use VLC with the direct stream address below.
Direct stream address
rtmp://rtmp.batc.org.uk/live/gb3fw
Desktop viewing
- Open VLC and choose Media → Open Network Stream → Network.
- Paste the address above into Please enter a network URL.
- Select Play. Allow a few seconds to connect and buffer.
Mobile viewing
- Open VLC on Android, iPhone or iPad and select Network.
- Choose Open Network Stream or New Stream, depending on your device and VLC version.
- Enter the address above, then select Open Network Stream or Play. Allow a few seconds to connect and buffer.
Save the stream as a favourite or playlist entry where supported.
Supported devices
VLC Media Player is available for Windows, macOS, Ubuntu and other Linux distributions, Apple iOS and tvOS, Android, and selected game consoles.
Troubleshooting
Check the stream address and your Internet connection.
Stop and reopen the stream. If necessary, completely close and restart VLC.
Note
The stream is not currently running.
Streaming In
Registration
To send a video stream to GB3FW, you must be a registered user and hold a valid Amateur Radio licence.
Stream key and access details
Authorised users will be issued with the required stream key and access details.
Your stream key is unique. Keep it secure: it provides access to the GB3FW streaming input.
Sending video
Use streaming software such as OBS Studio (Open Broadcaster Software).
- Configure OBS with the supplied GB3FW server address.
- Enter your valid stream key before starting the stream.
Only authorised users with a valid stream key can stream content into GB3FW.
Note
Stream In is not currently enabled.