Your Channel Page is available at your Public Account URL:
http://www.Awdio.com/YOU
(where YOU is the username you’ve chosen)
and is search engine optimized.

It’s your ‘landing’ page, the page where new visitors and your Fans can find your Details, your Radio Player 24/7, and all your Events. This is where people will be able to listen to you, live, or to listen to your previous Archives. This page enables you to pick up, export and share your content with others and others to interact with you.

From here you can:

- Broadcast live on your 24/7 Radio Player
- Promote Upcoming Events
- Publish previous Event Archives
- Export and share your Events

You can also:

- Publish/unpublish this page when you like
- Select a Channel name
- Choose a Channel Type
- Select your Awdio Icon Image
- Provide a tagline for your Channel
- Locate yourself (city, country, timezone)
- Select genres & tags
- Describe yourself
- Add links

Your Radio Player is located on your Channel Page. It generates a permanent stream, a music program, made up of a combination of Live Events or Archived Event files. Your music events will cross-fade into each other giving your listeners 24/7 access to your freshest Music with no interruptions. The Channel Administrator is the only person who can program Radio Player 24/7.

Listeners can :
- Play/Pause the stream
- Get information on the current Event playing
- Get information on the next Live Event programmed
- Share any Radio Player on Facebook or other platforms
- Change volume

You can:
- Broadcast your Live Events on your Radio Player 24/7
- Add Archived Events to your Base Program
(these can be events which you upload yourself or which you've recorded from Awdio)

There are two different types of programs you can broadcast in Awdio:
- Live
- Archived Events added to Radio Playlist)

Here’s some technical info about the file formats you can use with Awdio:
- Sound Quality : Stereo/Mono – 44KHz
- Stream Quality : 64 kbps to 320 kbps
- Awdio supports the following formats MP3, AAC, AAC+ & FLV
- All streams for the listener are delivered in a MP3 or AAC+ (either on the Web and or Mobile)
- A minimum of 164 Kbps upload bandwidth is required for “no buffering”
- The Radio Player 24/7 works on any browser and most recent PC/MAC/Linux machines with Adobe Flash Player installed

 

Events are central to Awdio. By definition, Events can have one of three different statuses:

• Upcoming (Scheduled in the future but not recorded yet)
• Live (Being broadcast right now)
• Archived (Already recorded, either on Awdio or uploaded from an external source).

All Events have the following info and content:

- Location & timezone (if they’re not in the same base location as channel)
- Start date and time
- End date and time
- Duration
- Recurrence (if the event is to be repeated
- Extra-Time (to continue broadcasting after the duration)
- Image
- List of performing artists
- Description
- Genre(s)
- Tags

All Events are available online on your Channel Page as follows:

- Live Sessions are highlighted and available only on your Radio Player 24/7
- Upcoming Event listings show what’s coming next (in chronological order)
- Archives can be listed and available “on demand” with waveform graphics
- Archives can be added to the Radio Player 24/7 program

Additional Features:
- Listeners can share live, Upcoming and Archived Events.

Once Logged in your Dashboard is your welcome Page. It enables you to:
- See how many Events you have (Live, Upcoming, Archived)
- Create Events
- Upload Event files
- Upgrade you account

Please note that the Dashboard is subject to constant updates. It will soon display a global overview of your Awdio Account (including Statistics, Community Information, etc.).

Once logged in, the Settings section located on the top right of your page allows you to configure your Account info:
- Username
- Public Account URL
- Email
- Contact details

From here you can also:
- Change your Password
- Download your FMLE Encoder config file (see user Guide: Guide to FMLE)
- Get and Upgrade your Membership Information
- Sign Out

Once logged in, the My Channel Section enables you to configure/edit your Channel Page and customize your Radio Player 24/7.

Here you can:
- Select a Channel name
- Choose a Channel type
- Select your Awdio icon image
- Tagline your Channel
- Choose location (city, country, timezone)
- Select genres & tags
- Tell your story
- Add links
- Activate Plugins (Facebook Like Box & Comments)
- Add a Background image to your Radio Player 24/7

Once logged in, the My Events section enables you to create, manage and edit all your Events.

Here you can:
- Browse Events (Live, Upcoming, Archived)
- Edit all Events
- Create new Events
- Upload new Events (by uploading audio files)
- Delete Events
- Share Events with others
- Add Archives to your Radio Player 24/7
- Publish and unpublish Archives in your Channel Page
- Download your Archives Files
- Play your Archives Files

 

WARNING:
* Time zone : When you travel it’s important to change your Time zone on the Channel Page / Location section in order to synchronize the countdown to an Event which is available on your Dashboard and your Event section. If you don’t do that all your Events will be delayed or may not Broadcast at the correct time.

A Live Broadcast requires the creation of an Event. This Event will appear as Upcoming Event in your Dashboard and My Event Section with a countdown showing, until it starts. Once it starts it will be considered as a Live Event and “On Air”, will appear in Red on your Dashboard and will be ready for live broadcast.

All Events must have the following:
- Start date and time
- End date and time
- Duration
- Event Info
- Image
- Details
- Genre Tags
- List of Artists

Once an Event is available for broadcast you will need to choose your Encoding Method. You will be able to choose from:
- An AwdioSoft encoder (Web-based)
- The AwdioBox vX encoder (Hardware, only available if you have an AwdioBox vX)
- The Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder (FMLE) (You need to install and download this software)



Broadcast Using AwdioSoft Encoder:

Once your Event is created and is its status is an Upcoming Event follow these instructions to broadcast using the AwdioSoft Encoder:

Step 1 – Before broadcasting it’s recommended you ensure that you have enough upload bandwidth. Try a speed test at the following address www.speedtest.com and make sure you have minimum 164 Kbps of upload bandwidth.

Step 2 – Plug the “mixer out” RCA or mini-jack into the Line In of your PC/MAC/Linux computer directly or or take the output of your external soundcard (preferred).

OR

If you’re broadcasting using just a microphone, plug your mic into the “line in” or “mic in” socket of your computer and make sure you set the computer to accept this input.

Step 3 – Log onto you Awdio Account or click on the Event notification you may have received once you've created your Event. Wait 5 minutes before the Event starts. Click on Launch Awdiosoft on your Dashboard, or on the Start Broadcast button available on your My Event/Live page.

Step 4 – Authorize the Adobe Flash Player window on the Encoder Pop up.

Step 5 – Select the right Audio Source and and set the broadcast quality (High / Medium / Low)

Step 6 – Start broadcasting live

Broadcast Using Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder:

Once your Event is created and its status is “Upcoming”, follow these instructions to broadcast using the FMLE Encoder:

Step 1 – Before broadcasting we recommended you ensure you have enough upload bandwidth. Try a Speed test at the following address www.speedtest.com and make sure you have minimum 164 kbps of upload bandwidth.

Step 2 – Plug the “mixer out” RCA or mini-jack into the “Line In” of your PC/MAC/Linux computer directly or take the output of your external soundcard (preferred).

OR

If you’re broadcasting using just a microphone, plug your mic into the “line in” or “mic in” socket of your computer and make sure you set the computer to accept this input.

Step 3 – Download the Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder (FMLE) free from the following address: www.adobe.com/products/flashmediaserver/flashmediaencoder (link is available from your setting section / FMLE or directly from your Dashboard). Please note you need to create an account on the Adobe website before you can download. It will normally take you less than 2 min to download and install the application.

Step 4 – Log into you Account and download your unique FMLE Profile file from Settings > FMLE. This will download a very small file to your computer. Your .XML Profile is a unique profile pre-configured by Awdio with your Account and Channel information.

Step 5 – Launch FMLE then open your XML file by click "File" -> "Open Profile". Once opened, Live streams encoded from the Adobe Flash Media Live Encoder (FMLE) will be routed into your Awdio Live Player only. Please note that with the FMLE App you can increase your upload Bandwidth to 320 Kbps but we recommend not to go to this level as you will create buffering issues for most listeners).

Step 6 – Modify input and output settings as you wish.

Step 7 – Press the Connect button below the FMS URL and Stream fields to connect to the server

Step 8 – Once the Event Starts, press Start button: your stream will Start Broadcasting in your Player. Note that you can record your Event as well from the Application itself.

Note: You can share your FMLE Profile file with anyone you want to broadcast on your Channel Page (Other Musicians or DJs for instance). To do so, you just need to send the *.XML and the FMLE download link to your friends. Once installed and configured, they will be able to stream directly from the FMLE app without logging in to your Admin section.

 

Broadcast Using the AwdioBox vX

The AwdioBox vX encoder is a professional hardware solution, a 19-inch rack, which enables you to broadcast all your music programs to the web live 24/7. It allows you to manage and broadcast live from a remote location, without having to be on the premises to launch the broadcast from a computer on the premises.

The audio signal is encoded live (via Combo XLR/Jack Balanced or RCA Unbalanced In) directly from fixed locations such as clubs and concert venues. Streams are relayed in real-time to your global audience. Once installed and configured, you’ll be able to program all your events in advance and the AwdioBox vX will manage the streaming and recording of your events.

You just need to set up your AwdioBox vX once, and then all Broadcasts will be administered online through your AwdioBox Pro account and your Event Manager.

Awdio is compatible with most major browsers on most major operating systems. We recommend always to the latest version of your browser. Please make sure to enable Javascript, cookies when using Awdio.

The Adobe Flash Player plugin v10 minimum is required. You can download the Adobe Flash Player plugin or check your current version here. The latest version is recommended.

To listen to Awdio we recommend a minimum download bandwidth of at least 164 bps download. However you may require higher speeds if the channel Broadcaster is encoding at a higher bitrate. As a general rule your download bandwidth must be greater than the bitrate of the channel you’re trying to listen to.

To broadcast through Awdio we recommend using a wired connection with an upload bandwidth of at least 164 kbps. Your upload bandwidth must be greater than your stream’s total bitrate.

You can test your connection speed here. Bandwidth fluctuates constantly (especially on WiFi and mobile networks), so so we recommend you run at least three tests before broadcasting.

You can start streaming right away, for free! All you need to do is to sign up first, then choose how you want to broadcast (AwdioBox vX, AwdioSoft) and you will start your 90-Day free trial.

Listeners and fans don’t need to sign up now.

When registering as a Broadcaster choose your channel name, then, enter your account details. Mandatory fields are marked with a "Required" flag. If you already have an Awdio Account, simply click "Login."

Once you sign up and launch a channel you will have to follow these steps to get started:

Step 1 – Complete your Channel Profile with an image, description, links and other info

Step 2 – Upload at least 30min of music. (You have no uploaded music)

Step 3 – Prepare to broadcast, Create an Event with an image, description and other info

Step 4 – Go Live!

Your “User Name” is your “Public Account URL”. It can be changed at any moment. This will become the public URL of your Channel and can be used to link directly to your Channel Page.

Please note that your “Channel Name” can be different from your “Username”. Your Channel Name appears on your Channel page and will be visible to the public, and on the Explore Page as the name of your Channel.

You need to configure your Channel before Creating or Broadcasting any Events.

Your Channel Page is available at your Public Account URL http://www.awdio.com/YOU (where YOU is the username you’ve chosen)
and is Search Engine Optimized.
This is your ‘landing’ page, the page where new visitors and your fans can find your details, your Radio Player 24/7, and all your Events. It allows people to listen to you live, or to listen to your previous performances. This page also lets you export and share your content with others and allows others to interact with you.

Your Channel Details:

Name & Type: Your Channel name will appear on your Channel page and will be visible to the public. It’s the title of your Channel in the Awdio Explore page and in Awdio search. Select also the type of channel that best matches your music.

Select image: This image will appear on your Channel page and will be visible to the public so choose a piccture that best represents you.Minimum size is 500px*500px .(.jpg,.gif or .png format).

Tagline: Enter your tagline or slogan here. This will show under the name of your Channel on your Channel page. It must be no more than 100 characters max.

Location: Enter your city and click "Find Me". The city entered here will feature as a spot on the Awdio World Map. From (address, city and / or country). The country will determine the country flag used for your Channel. It is very important to select the correct time zone, as all your Events will live broadcast using this time zone. Your location will also determine which country flag appears next to your events on the Awdio website.

Select Genres: Select the genre(s) to best classify your musical style. You can choose up to three genres

Tags: Tags are important for accurate web referencing. Choose your tags carefully so people can find you. Add or edit tags (enter each tag and press enter). You can enter upto 20 tags.

About you: Tell us about yourself. Add your bio' here.

Links: Add your links here: Your website, your Twitter account, your Facebook Fan Page, your MySpace Page, your SoundCloud page. Please note that once your Facebook Fan Page is activated you can activate or deactivate Facebook live chat and Facebook comment widgets on your Channel Page.

Plugins: Here you can customize here your Facebook Like Box and Comments.

Your Radio Player 24/7

Background: You can customize your Radio Player 24/7 background image here. Browse your images and choose one to customize your player. Choose a picture that’s at least 300*250px. Min. (.jpg, .gif or .png format)

Note:
Once your mandatory fields are entered, you can fill in the additional fields or finish them at a later date. Remember to enter all the required information in the mandatory fields or you will not be able to access the next page.
Don't forget to save your changes once you're finished!

You can create or upload new Events into your Awdio account without any restrictions.


Create Event:

Event Name: Name your Event. This information will identify the Event and will be visible to the public (300 characters. max).

Event Location: Uncheck this box if this event doesn't take place in your channel's location.

Start date and time and duration: Select the date and start time for your Event. Choose the number of hours and the number of minutes that your event will last.

Recurrence: Choose if this Event will be repeated 'Every Day', 'Every Week' and the number of times it is repeated.

Extra-time: Tick this box if you want your Event to continue broadcasting after the length of time you have specified as the Event duration, that is to say until the show stops playing.

Record Event: Choose YES if you wish to record your event as you broadcast it, choose NO if you do not wish to record this Event.

Top Show: Events flagged as 'Top Show' may be selected by the Awdio team to feature on the home page! See TOP Show Procedures below.

Select an image: Browse your images and choose one to illustrate your event. Width and Height 113px min. (.jpg)

Artists featured in this Event: List here the artists who feature in this Event. Press enter after each artist. add 20 Artists max.

Describe your Event in a few words: you can add upto .300 characters (though shorter is better).

Select genres: Select the genre(s) to best describe your musical style. (3 genres max.)

Tags: Add or edit tags. Tags are important for accurate web referencing. Choose your tags carefully so people can find your event. Choose your tags carefully so people can find your event even on Google.

Upload Event:

Choose your audio file: Browse your audio files, select a file and click "Upload".

WARNING:
* We recommend against uploading any recorded tracks and recommend you upload only Events where you have performed.   Awdio is a virtual stage dedicated to Events and Live Music Broadcasting. We are focused on streaming live music performances and acts.  Awdio does not aim to provide a means to share recorded content, tracks or music productions intended for physical or digital release..

When you create an Event you can suggest it as a 'Top Show' on Awdio Home Page.


Any Top Shows displayed in your Channel Page may be selected to feature on Awdio’s home page by our editors. This will allow you to get more exposure and reach new listeners and fans.

You can Manage your Events in the My Event Section. three different Tabs give you access to your three types of Event listings: Live Now, Upcoming, Archived.

The number of Events is displayed in the top Tab.
The Event listing gives you an overview of each Event item:

- Countdown
- Image Preview
- Event Name
- Date & Time
- Duration
- Genre
- Rec ON/OFF
- Top Show ON/OFF

Live Now:

You can Edit / Delete / Share your Live Event. You can start Broadcasting by clicking on the Start Broadcast Button or using your FMLE Encoder when available or using your AwdioBox vX.



Upcoming:

You can Edit / Delete / Share your Upcoming Events.


Archives:

You can Edit / Delete / Share / Play or Download All your Archives from this page.



You can also publish them onto your Channel Page or add them to your Radio Player 24/7 music program. Published Archives will be listed and available “on demand” with Waveform graphics.

Please note that Archives can be both Uploaded from Outside and/or Recorded automatically while you play live. When you decide to record your Event, the recorded Archive will be available in this Tab as soon as the Event is over.

All Items are displayed in chronological order.

The Radio Player 24/7 is designed first and foremost for your promotion

Share: You can share this widget by clicking on the Share/Embed button on the bottom right of the Player whilst your event is Live or just before playing your next Event. You can share it on Facebook or MySpace, reaching all your fanbase and music community instantly.

Multi Network Share: Other people will also be able to Share your Events with their friends and contacts, creating second and multiple generations of the same widgets.

Embed Code: An embed code is available for embedding this Widget wherever you and your fans choose.

All your Upcoming and Archived Events (waveforms) can also be shared with others. The Share Event option includes:

- Facebook
- Twitter
- MySpace
- Google
- Yahoo
and many other social and bookmarking services

Once you create an Event and this Event goes live, your Dashboard shows it in RED as below. In the meantime, you may have received an event Alert with a link 15 minutes before the event starts. This link will drive you directly to your dashboard section showing your event as “ready to live broadcast”.



Event Live Now!: Your event is described and summarized in your Dashboard section with your Event Image, Details, Artist lists, Genres, etc. If you want to change some of the details just click on the Edit button on the bottom right of the Event section.

Event Countdown: the “-00h00min” countdown indicates how much time remains until you start broadcasting. If the countdown becomes positive (“+00h00min”) it will mean that your Event is waiting for broadcast: You’ll be able to start broadcasting whenever you want. You can broadcast at any time during the duration of your planned Event, but not after.

Launch AwdioSoft: By Clicking on Launch AwdioSoft, you’ll launch your AwdioSoft web based encoder for broadcasting.

Get your Profile to configure FMLE: If you prefer to broadcast with the Flash Media Encoder click on “Get your Profile to configure FMLE?” link.

Broadcast from the AwdioBox vX: If you have installed and chosen to broadcast via your AwdioBox vX. your dashboard will indicate that your Event is currently streaming. A link to your AwdioBox vX monitoring section is available from here (Soon).

Once you click on Launch AwdioSoft, the AwdioSoft Encoder window appears



To start using the AwdioSoft Encoder, follow these instructions:

1. Authorize Flash to take control of your computer via the AwdioSoft Encoder

2. Welcome to the AwdioSoft Encoder! Select the right Awdio INPUT Source (for instance your Jack in “Line In INPUT” (rather than your computer’s built in microphone)

3. Control the volume with the right fader to adjust the level of the VU METER (be sure to never reach more than +3db in orange).

4. Select the Awdio Encoding quality: high quality for fast, low quality for slow internet connection.

5. Click on « Start Broadcast » to launch your Broadcast. You’re live!

WARNING:
- The AwdioSoft Encoder will broadcast your music in a MONO Format only, and will encode upto 64kbps quality (using NellyMoser). If you prefer to broadcast live in STEREO , choose the FMLE solution and check our “Guide to FMLE.”
- All recording options are regulated in advance.
- The AwdioSoft Encoder is a 100% online web-based encoding solution. You don’t need to install any additional device on your computer for broadcasting. Your computer and your browser just need to comply with Awdio’s minimum system requirements.
- You can test the speed of the internet connection here : www.speedtest.net
- If you Stream via a soundcard, select the correct soundcard Line in input.

Adobe Flash Media Encoder (FMLE) provides professional-quality audio and video broadcasts. FMLE is free to use and provides highly customizable encoding options for broadcasters wanting to do higher quality streams. Be aware that broadcasting higher quality streams requires a faster computer and more upload bandwidth on your network connection.

To start using FMLE with Awdio, follow these instructions:

1. Download and install Flash Media Live Encoder from www.adobe.com

2. Download your XML file awdio-broadcaster.xml from Settings/FMLE

3. Launch FMLE then open your XML file by click "File" -> "Open Profile"

4. Modify input and output settings as you wish

5. Press the Connect button below the FMS URL and Stream fields to connect to the server

6. Press the Start button to begin streaming live

If you mixer has Jack or XLR output follow the AwdioBox vX XLR Setup, otherwise follow the RCA Set-up according to your installation.

AwdioBox vX Jack XLR Balanced Setup.

To install AwdioBox vX Jack / XLR Balanced follow this step-by-step:

1. Turn off the device before plugging in any connection.

2. Find the audio Jack or XLR cable that comes from the mixer or the amplifier

3. Start by the left channel, plug this Jack or XLR to the input of the AwdioBox.

4. Do the same with the right channel.

5. Connect the Ethernet network cable from your router or switch to the nearest AwdioBox LAN plug.

6. When all connections are made and the Awdiobox turned on, you should access the lcd screen to check the IP address or any error messages.

NOTE:
Amplifiers or active speakers must be turned off before you turn AwdioBox vX on. Always check that your amplifiers or active speakers are turned on at the end of the set-up and turned off before getting started.

 




 

 

AwdioBox vX RCA Setup.

To install AwdioBox vX RCA follow this step-by-step:

1. Turn off the device before plugging any connection.

2. Find a REC output on your mixing table.

3. Plug the RCA from the mixing table to the AwdioBox RCA input.

4. Connect the Ethernet network cable from your nearest router or switch to the AwdioBox vX LAN plug

NOTE: Amplifiers or active speakers must be turned off before you turn AwdioBox on. Always check that your amplifiers or active speakers are turned on at the end of the setup and turn off before getting started. When all connections are made and the Awdiobox turned on, you should access the LCD screen to check the IP address or any error messages.

 

 



 

 

LCD Commands:

 

 



 

 

 

You can upgrade your membership at any time. To upgrade from AwdioSoft Membership to AwdioBox vX Membership just Upgrade your Account from your online account or Dashboard and purchase an AwdioBox vX Membership. Your new Membership will be activated once you receive your AwdioBox vX.

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