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Video Transcoding Services: New Transcoding Limits on VODs

Video Encoding and Transcoding

  1. What is Transcoding? Transcoding is the process that allows you to create several renditions of the same video allowing you to offer your viewers different video qualities. Transcoding is also used when the original uploaded format of the video cannot be played. 2. What are Transcoding Credits? Transcoding credits represent the amount of […]

Video on Demand (VOD) Multi-Bitrate Encoding on Dacast: A Walkthrough

Dacast Video Hosting - Knowledge Base Tutorials

In this article, we will show you how to create multiple renditions for your on-demand videos on Dacast via multi-bitrate encoding for multi bitrate streaming. By default, all videos uploaded to Dacast will be encoded using our “Standard” recipe.  This recipe includes the following renditions: High Definition (HD) Standard Definition (SD) Ultra-Low Definition (ULD) You […]

Can I Encode Video Files Before I Upload Them to Dacast?

Video Encoding and Transcoding

  Encoding your video files before upload is definitely an option with Dacast. If your file sizes are larger than 1GB, we actually recommend encoding with a dedicated software before uploading.  There are a number of free services out there that will aid you in doing this. We recommend you try either Handbrake and Zamzar. […]

How do I stream using Videon Empire HD or Greylock HD?

Video Encoding and Transcoding

  Dacast is now a unified video platform that includes live and on demand streaming. We are in the process of a full migration, and for all customers interested in our video transcoding services, please navigate over to the full tutorial on the Dacast VOD solution. We will cover everything from video uploading, transcoding, live […]