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Create the First Channel

Channels are the core of VidRedi. Each one is a video input, a stream out, a download, or a playback path. Create one before you record or play.

Use the Channel Wizard​

The wizard is the recommended start. Each starter is a working pipeline for a common job.

Your first channel

Pick a starter instead of building a pipeline from an empty channel. Templates already have codecs, containers, and buffer settings that work together and can then be tweaked.

  1. Open Configuration → Channels.

  2. Choose Create a New Channel.

  3. Pick a starter:

    If you need to…Start with
    Record DeckLink to diskLive Capture Recorder
    Record an incoming SRT or RIST streamSRT Live Recorder or RIST Live Recorder
    Send DeckLink out as SRT, RIST, or RTMPSRT Stream from Decklink, RIST Stream from Decklink, or RTMP Stream from Decklink
    Archive an HLS streamHLS Download
    Play a library file to DeckLinkVideo Playback

  4. Name the channel.

  5. Set the source or destination that is unique to your site:

    TemplateFields to change
    Live Capture Recorder, Video PlaybackDeckLink Port Number and Mode
    SRT Live RecorderSource URI (caller: host:9000)
    SRT Stream from DecklinkSink URI (listener: :9000?mode=listener, or a destination host)
    RIST Live Recorder / RIST Stream from DecklinkIP Address and Port Number
    HLS DownloadHLS Master Playlist URL
    RTMP Stream from DecklinkRTMP URL / Location

  6. Review audio channel count if your source is not a full 16-channel plant. The RTMP template uses 2 channels by default.

  7. Save.

The full catalog is in Channels.

Editing a channel

Saving a channel that is in use stops it and reloads the configuration.

Audio​

VidRedi supports up to 16 audio channels in and out. Some network sources and consumer devices do not fill that layout. If audio is missing or noisy, lower the channel count to match the source.

Match the Video Format​

The channel’s mode should match the source: resolution, frame rate, and scanning.

The system can adapt rate and resolution when playing a file out. Live capture still needs a matching DeckLink mode.

Confirm the Source Is Live​

Before you enable a channel:

  • The video source should already be sending.
  • Network sources need a reachable address.
  • DeckLink sources should show a detected input.

Rearrange and Disable​

Drag channels on Configuration → Channels to change Dashboard order. Disable a channel to keep the configuration without running it or showing it on the Dashboard.

Next Steps​

The machine is ready to operate. Continue with Getting Started to record, play, and use the library.

To change pipeline plugins, audio routing, or templates later, see Channels.