BSVP On-Site guest prep

If you have not been invited to the show’s calendar link, create your own calendar and add the broadcast link that was sent to you. Do not share the broadcast link. It is available only to guests.

The show is streamed to YouTube, Facebook and LinkedIn.
https://www.youtube.com/bsvptv
https://www.facebook.com/bsvptv
https://www.linkedin.com/in/bruce-himmelblau


Before the broadcast

Make sure you have the following:

  • laptop or desktop with a webcam with good lighting and audio quality.
    Good audio is actually more important than good video.
  • A recent version of Chrome or Firefox.
  • A strong internet connection. Just like Skype, you must have a strong internet connection for it to work well. If possible, connect to your router with an ethernet cable instead of using WiFi.
  • We recommend wearing earbuds or headphones to prevent audio echoes.

If you don’t have a laptop or desktop, then you can join on your phone. But the experience is usually best on a laptop/desktop. On Android, we recommend the Chrome browser. On iOS, you must use Safari.

If you’re on iOS 14.2, we recommend updating your device before joining. iOS 14.2 has some issues with audio stuttering.

To reduce echo during the interview, an external USB mic or ear bud with an attached mic or bluetooth earpiece and mic.

Check out our Livestream Kit for some examples.

Joining the broadcast

When the time comes, follow these steps to enter the broadcast studio:

  1. Join the show at least 15 minutes prior to show time. This will give us time to make sure that all connections, lighting, audio are set before we go live.
  2. Check your Internet connection – ethernet prefered. If on cable, use 5Mhz instead of 2.4Mhz – you can go to https://www.speedtest.net – recommend upload speed of 6 Mbps or higher.
  3. Click the broadcast link and you’ll be taken to the broadcast studio.
  4. Allow StreamYard to access your camera and mic.
  5. Make sure you have the correct camera and mic selected. 
    Click on the gear above Cam/Mic – then select Audio.
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  6. Enter a display name. Use your actual name or the name of your brand. Then enter the studio.

The host will be informed that you’ve arrived. You won’t be part of the broadcast until the host decides to add you in. The page will update to let you know when you’ve been added. Then everyone will be able to see and hear you. This is your time to shine!

Remember, the host asked you to join because they want to hear what you have to say. Have fun!