
This lecture shows you how to get the most out of this course so that you will be up to speed in using OBS
This lecture shows you where to download, and install Open Broadcaster Software. The free software is available at https://obsproject.com
The video settings in OBS and how to get sharp screen captures
How to set and use Hotkeys to control OBS with your computer keyboard.
In this lecture, we look at the different sources where OBS can capture information including a video or audio playback during your screen capture.
How to use this mode to made changes as you record.
A simple lighting setup to get you started if you want to record yourself with your webcam. This setup uses 2 units of 4 feet florescent light tubes placed at an angle of around 35 to 40 degrees to where you sit.
Selecting a decent webcam. The most popular and good quality webcam from reviews is the Logitech C920 or c922 a newer model. An alternative is the Microsoft Life Cam Studio which can also record in High Definition.
Avoid webcams that cannot capture at least 720p video.
Selecting a good quality microphone can improve your recordings.
Microphones I suggest to consider:-
Audio Technica ATR 2100 USB
Audio Technica AT2005 USB
Samson Q2u
Rode Podcaster
Zoom H1n with a lavalier mic.
For recording in the home or office without a special quiet room or studio, get a cardiod dynamic microphone. Condenser or studio microphone are too sensitive and tend to pick up quite a lot background noise.
Sample recording of using Libre Office Impress which is similar to Power Point presentation. In this video the recording was made with Display capture with webcam.
Course Update - August 2019 The entire course have been updated to reflect changes in OBS and my experience of using this software making hundreds of videos.
Screen capture video is a good way to get started with video creation and editing, regardless of whether you want to create videos tutorials, e courses, or even marketing videos.
Once you are comfortable creating screen capture videos, you can step up to the next level with webcam or even greenscreen videos.
Do you want to make screen capture presentation videos that look and sound great?
You don't have much experience with video or audio recording tools?
Or, you know a something about making video but want to take it to the next level
You don't want to spend too much money to get started?
You don't want to waste a lot of time, and want to get started fast
If that's you, then this course is for you.
You will learn how to
Use a free software that runs in Windows, OS X and Linux.
It is flexible, powerful, yet easy to learn software without a steep learning curve like most other video software.
There are some tips to get the settings right for sharp, high quality screen recording.
Video capture software can cost hundred of dollars and requires a lot of time just to get your first video out.
In this course:-
I will show you the settings get the best quality videos,
I'll show you how to start with a simple screen capture video before proceeding to more advance video recording that includes recording your webcam creating a picture-in-picture effect
you will also be able to do green screen or chromakey video right from your home or office studio
Also included tips on how to light yourself on a budget.