Streaming via FireWire at DVinfo.net

Andrew Petrie · October 16th, 2002, 03:59 PM

This post could fit in about 3 forums so I'll post it once here.

I was wondering if anyone knew of the existance of software that can stream, in real time, audio and video just like a web cam via FireWire. So, in effect, do the same thing WebCam32 could for example.

I'd rather not use up more PC resources, and money buying another capture card with RCA jacks for this purpose.

Jeff Donald · October 17th, 2002, 06:54 AM

I'm going to try the PC forum for some suggestions. Software like this is available for the Mac, so I would guess the PC would have it also.

Jeff

Rob Lohman · October 17th, 2002, 09:37 AM

That is a very good question. I know that lots of webcam software
exists for VfW (Video for Windows) compatible capture boards
and such... But firewire directshow interfaces I haven't heard
of yet. That doesn't mean they aren't there however.

You might try this driver from a Webcam firewire product:
http://www.orangemicro.com/updateibotwin.html

I read somewhere that it also works with any other DV
firewire camera!

Keith Loh · October 17th, 2002, 11:19 AM

My company (www.destiny-software.com) is developing a Java- live video streamer that works on any USB or Firewire connected camera (as well as live TV connection). I've hooked up my XL1S to it a couple times easily.

However, it is not yet a product. :( All you can see now is a live TV feed.

I think you will find that any streaming software is going to take up more PC resources and, to be honest, an all software solution will definitely use up PC resources.

Chris Hurd · October 17th, 2002, 12:37 PM

Actually I think the Video for Web Delivery forum may be the one most appropriate, so I've moved it to that location.

Andrew Petrie · October 17th, 2002, 02:14 PM

Rob - I'll try that iBot software when I get home tonight

Kieth - The resources I was referring to in my case,m would be using another PCI slot. I try to keep as few hardware items in my case as possible, I have a thing about IRQs :)

Besides, I already have the high speed FireWire, I'd like to be able to use it to it's fullest potential. Also keeps my wallet happy! :)

If you need a beta tester for your software, I'd love to *grin*

Keith Loh · October 17th, 2002, 04:25 PM

I will see if I can release a copy to you.

October 16th, 2002, 03:59 PM	#1
Andrew Petrie Major Player Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 484	Streaming via FireWire This post could fit in about 3 forums so I'll post it once here. I was wondering if anyone knew of the existance of software that can stream, in real time, audio and video just like a web cam via FireWire. So, in effect, do the same thing WebCam32 could for example. I'd rather not use up more PC resources, and money buying another capture card with RCA jacks for this purpose. __________________ Andrew \| Canon XL1s, ME66, Vinten Vision 3, GlideCam V16 (for sale!)

October 17th, 2002, 09:37 AM	#3
Rob Lohman RED Code Chef Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Holland Posts: 12,514	That is a very good question. I know that lots of webcam software exists for VfW (Video for Windows) compatible capture boards and such... But firewire directshow interfaces I haven't heard of yet. That doesn't mean they aren't there however. You might try this driver from a Webcam firewire product: http://www.orangemicro.com/updateibotwin.html I read somewhere that it also works with any other DV firewire camera! __________________ Rob Lohman, visuar@iname.com DV Info Wrangler & RED Code Chef Join the DV Challenge \| Lady X Search DVinfo.net for quick answers \| Buy from the best: DVinfo.net sponsors

October 17th, 2002, 11:19 AM	#4
Keith Loh Air China Pilot Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 2,389	My company (www.destiny-software.com) is developing a Java- live video streamer that works on any USB or Firewire connected camera (as well as live TV connection). I've hooked up my XL1S to it a couple times easily. However, it is not yet a product. :( All you can see now is a live TV feed. I think you will find that any streaming software is going to take up more PC resources and, to be honest, an all software solution will definitely use up PC resources. __________________ -- Visit http://www.KeithLoh.com \| stuff about living in Vancouver \| My Flickr photo gallery

October 17th, 2002, 12:37 PM	#5
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 27,368 Images: 513	Actually I think the Video for Web Delivery forum may be the one most appropriate, so I've moved it to that location. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net \| 20 years of DVi \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

October 17th, 2002, 02:14 PM	#6
Andrew Petrie Major Player Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: London, Ontario, Canada Posts: 484	Rob - I'll try that iBot software when I get home tonight Kieth - The resources I was referring to in my case,m would be using another PCI slot. I try to keep as few hardware items in my case as possible, I have a thing about IRQs :) Besides, I already have the high speed FireWire, I'd like to be able to use it to it's fullest potential. Also keeps my wallet happy! :) If you need a beta tester for your software, I'd love to grin __________________ Andrew \| Canon XL1s, ME66, Vinten Vision 3, GlideCam V16 (for sale!)

October 17th, 2002, 06:54 AM	#2
Jeff Donald Warden Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Clearwater, FL Posts: 8,287	I'm going to try the PC forum for some suggestions. Software like this is available for the Mac, so I would guess the PC would have it also. Jeff

October 17th, 2002, 04:25 PM	#7
Keith Loh Air China Pilot Join Date: May 2002 Location: Vancouver, B.C. Posts: 2,389	I will see if I can release a copy to you. __________________ -- Visit http://www.KeithLoh.com \| stuff about living in Vancouver \| My Flickr photo gallery

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