Welcome to RealEncoder from RealNetworks. This tool converts standard audio and video into streaming RealMedia™ clips. Utilizing easy-to-use wizards, a simple interface, and customizable settings, RealEncoder is perfect for either novice or advanced content creators.
Using RealEncoder, anyone can easily create RealMedia clips from a variety of sources. Convert standard audio or video files, record directly from media devices, or use RealEncoder to broadcast and stream live content.
This version of RealEncoder includes new features that allow you to:
Chapter 2: Installing RealEncoder explains installation procedures and provides information about system requirements for installing and using RealEncoder.
Chapter 3: Using RealEncoder explains how to create RealMedia from existing files, media devices, and live broadcasts. It also describes how to choose a target audience, how to use SureStream, and how to monitor the recording process.
Chapter 4: Customizing Recording Options explains how to change RealEncoder preferences, and how to modify target audience settings.
Chapter 5: RealMedia Recording Tips provides tips for increasing performance, using RealEncoder more efficiently, creating high-quality audio and video, and using the command-line interface.
RealMedia clips created by RealEncoder are streaming audio and video presentations. Prior to RealMedia, one had to wait for a file to download from an Internet or network server in order to experience it. When you create a RealMedia clip, users can play the clip almost instantly. Plus, you can stream live content as RealMedia, enabling you to send your media directly to your audience.
By streaming a clip, you are sending small packets of information over a connection. On the other end, the user receives the information and plays your media clip bit by bit. The process is almost invisible to the user, except for a small amount of buffering at the beginning of a clip.
RealEncoder is an integral part of the RealNetworks RealMedia system. RealEncoder creates the clips, RealServer™ sends the clips, and RealPlayer™ shows the clips. You can also use an Internet server to stream RealMedia files, but you need to use a RealServer to stream live RealMedia content.
For additional information about using RealMedia effectively and how to create multimedia presentations, refer to the RealSystem G2 Production Guide, available for download from the RealNetworks Web site at http://service.real.com/help/library/index.html.