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How do I: Setup MP3 and mp3PRO Encoder in Sam2 Spacial Audio Encoders

Setup Encoder

You have set up a streaming server the next step is to create an encoder that can supply the streaming server with a source stream.

    * In the Encoders window click on the '+' button
    * Select MP3 and mp3PRO and Click OK
    * MP3 (PRO) Encoder & Streamer Configuration
          o On the Converter tab
                + Set Quality to Medium
                + Under Format select the format that matches what you purchased at SleepyEngineers.com for stream hosting. See the SleepyEngineers.com stream hosting welcome email for bitrate.
                + Check Auto Start encoder after 5 Seconds
                  NOTE: be sure that 'Allow scripts in stream' is unchecked.
          o Server Details tab
                + Server type is SHOUTcast
                + Server Details (found on your SleepyEngineers.com stream hosting welcome email).
    * Enter Host in Server IP field
    * Enter Port in Server Port field
    * Enter password in password field
          o Station Details
    * Type in your Station Name
    * Select the genre from the drop-down box or type in your own
      Note: you may type in more than one genre comma separated.
    * Type in your website URL
    * Enter AIM ID (optional)
    * Enter ICQ # (optional)
    * Enter IRC Channel (optional)
    * Check 'List on public station listing (recommended)
      Note: this will list your station at SHOUTcast.com
    * Check 'Enable title streaming' and be sure that $combine$ is in the field below 'Enable title streaming' to display titles.
          o Click OK
          o Your Encoder should now say 'encoded (#) and streamed (#).

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