Are you looking to enhance your streaming capabilities with an RTMP HLS server? The FSTV Monitoring server offers a robust solution with a real-time monitoring dashboard that allows you to manage your streaming sessions effectively. In this blog post, we will guide you through the installation process, testing your stream, and watching it on different platforms.

Installation Steps

Follow these steps to get your FSTV Monitoring server up and running:

• Make the setup script executable by running the following command in your terminal:

chmod +x setup.sh

• Execute the setup script:

./setup.sh

Login to the Dashboard

Once installed, you can log in to the dashboard using your web browser:

• Navigate to http://your-server-ip:9991.
• The default username is: admin.
• To retrieve the password, execute the following command:

docker exec -it fstv_dashboard cat /usr/src/app/config.json

Testing the Stream

After successfully logging into the dashboard, it’s time to test your stream using FFmpeg:

• Run the following command, ensuring to replace your_video_file.mp4 and your-server-ip with your actual video file and server IP:

ffmpeg -re -i your_video_file.mp4 -vcodec libx264 -profile:v main -preset:v medium -r 30 -g 60 -keyint_min 60 -sc_threshold 0 -b:v 2500k -maxrate 2500k -bufsize 2500k -sws_flags lanczos+accurate_rnd -acodec aac -b:a 96k -ar 48000 -ac 2 -f flv rtmp://your-server-ip:1935/stream/hello

Watching the Stream

You can easily watch your stream using various media players. Here’s how:

• In Safari, VLC, or any HLS player, access the stream at:
• http://your-server-ip:8080/live/hello.m3u8
• For real-time view using FFplay:

ffplay -fflags nobuffer rtmp://your-server-ip:1935/stream/hello

Troubleshooting

If you experience issues during installation or streaming, consider the following:

• Ensure all necessary dependencies are installed.
• Double-check your server IP and commands for typos.
• If the dashboard fails to load, verify that the server is running correctly.
• For help, send a message via Twitter.
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Conclusion

By following these steps, you have successfully set up the FSTV Monitoring RTMP HLS server and can now enjoy streaming with a real-time dashboard. Embrace the channels of digital communication and enhance your media experience!