How to start Dcasting

Quick check lists of what you need to do to start Dcasting. These instructions are for computers only, if you are using your mobile or tablet to broadcast, go to the Mobile/Tablets menu.

What do you need?

Computer/mobile phone/tablet with internet connection (we recommend you wire the computer if using computer. When using mobile or tablet you will need to download our special app – see instructions in the Mobiles/Tablets part of the website )
Web cam
Headsets or Headphones and mic (Do not use speakers!)

Viewer's Experience: Watch short demo to see DarpaTV viewer's experience

Before you start Dcasting make sure you have the latest version of Flash player. Upgrade Flash player from www.adobe.com
Register and login to DarpaTV website.
Fill in your “User profile” – upload avatar and record greeting.
Go to the “My Dcast” and schedule Dcast.
After you schedule Dcast you will see embeddable code for your player. All shows are listed in the main DarpaTV player on the front page of the DarpaTV website. The embeddable player is another way you can reach your viewers and it will only play your show. Embed it anywhere you like. Remember your public email from your profile will show on the player.
Upload your watermark (.jpg only)
Upload pictures (.jpg .gif and .png)
Upload video clips (format .flv only and up to 20 MB)
When you are done with uploading, click on Submit for Distribution button.
Prepare your Mic and Headphones or Headsets (no speakers!)
Prepare your webcam.
Click on the start button to begin Dcasting. If you need to test Dcasting make sure you type TEST into the description field of the scheduled Dcast.

Broadcasting Platform: Watch short demo to see how easy it is to create an interactive Social Broadcast.

We recommend you read the FULL MANUAL before you start a Dcast.

Social Network: DarpaTV's technology is underlined with an Open Social Network. DarpaTV's social network with the combination of DarpaTV technology is the future of the Social Networking.

More Details:

How do I start?

DarpaTV is simple. First, you need to register for a DarpaTV-ID and password. When you login, you will go to 'My Dcast.' In 'My Dcast,' it will prompt you to request a time slot, beginning time and end time, and to write a short description of what your Dcast will be about. After your time slot has been approved, you will be allowed to upload pictures and clips to use during your broadcast (you need to upload these to the DarpaTV server 30 minutes minimum before your scheduled show, so be prepared!). You will be allowed to start your broadcast 10 minutes before it is scheduled.

How do I use the DarpaTV Broadcasting Technology?

We have assembled an easy-to-use manual in PDF format (see the support page access from the bottom menu), explaining all the features and tricks of the Broadcasting system, which you will be able to access after you register for your Dcast.

How do I Schedule your Dcast?

Login to the DarpaTV website and click on “My Dcast” located on the secondary menu. The ‘My Dcast’ page will allow you to schedule your Dcast, by selecting the beginning time and end time. You have a choice to do 1 or 2 hour shows. You may schedule a show up to 10 minutes before the start of the show. Example: If you want to schedule a Dcast for 10:00 PM, you have up to 9:50 PM to schedule the show. There can be up to five shows running simultaneously. If you are scheduling a show and the maximum has been reached, a message will inform you of such. Maximum of 1 Dcast per calendar day can be scheduled. You can schedule up to 5 Dcasts ahead. Once you finish a Dcast you can schedule an additional one, but only 5 Dcasts can be scheduled ahead of time. To be able to broadcast more often and be able to use additional features, see the comparison between Free Dcast and Premium Dcast here.

What do I need to do to prepare?

In addition to preparing for your show by doing a little research, gathering information, uploading clips and pictures, and advertising your Dcast to your viewers, you need to have a webcam and microphone and headphones, or headset.

Will my Dcast be recorded?

Partially yes. You will be able to download the live stream separately from the caller stream and then post produce the show together with your videos and pictures. You do have the option to record you Dcast independently. In order to record your Dcast, you will need an additional computer with a screenshot recording program. In addition, you will need extra bandwidth in order to record your show on the same Internet connection (350K). We recommend that you record your Dcast at a remote location.