Best Practices in OBS for Lives on Panda Video

If you use OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) to stream your lives on Panda Video, following good configuration practices is essential to ensure image quality, stability, and smoothness during the broadcast.

In this article, we’ve gathered the main recommendations for you to optimize your OBS setup and make the most of Panda’s potential.

1. Video Configuration

After setting up your live following this article, apply the parameters below in OBS:

• Resolution: Recommended 1280x720 (HD) or higher
• Bitrate: Around 2500 Kbps
• In OBS: go to Settings > Output > Streaming to adjust the bitrate

These settings ensure good quality without overloading your connection.

2. Audio Configuration

Audio is just as important as video. Here’s how to optimize it:

• Audio Device: Select the correct device in Settings > Audio
• Recommended Bitrate: Between 96 Kbps and 128 Kbps
• Audio Levels: Use the OBS mixer to keep levels balanced (no peaks or dropouts)

3. Scenes and Sources

OBS lets you organize your broadcast into scenes and add different content sources. Some tips:

• Organized Scenes: Create separate scenes for screen, camera, and intros, for example
• Well-positioned Sources: Camera, screen captures, images, or logos should be properly scaled and placed

These details improve the aesthetics and professionalism of your live.

4. Testing and Monitoring

Before starting, run tests and monitor during the live:

• Connection Test: Check upload stability and speed
• Pre-broadcast Tests: Stream unlisted or private lives to check audio and video quality
• Live Monitoring: Keep an eye out for freezes, delays, or audience feedback

Real-time adjustments can save your viewers’ experience.

Conclusion

Streaming with OBS on Panda Video is an excellent way to reach your audience with quality. With the right settings and attention to detail, you’ll ensure a stable, professional, and engaging broadcast.

Tip: Also check out Panda’s official live guidelines to make the most of your OBS integration.

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Updated on: 08/15/2025