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# Best Practices in OBS for Lives on Panda Video

# OBS best practices for live streaming on Panda Video

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

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

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## 1. Video settings

After setting up your live stream as shown in this [article](https://help.pandavideo.com/en-us/article/how-to-live-on-panda-1jr682d/), use the following parameters in OBS:

* **Resolution:** Recommended **1280x720 (HD)** or higher  
* **Bitrate:** Around **2500 Kbps**  
* In OBS: go to **Settings > Output > Streaming** to adjust this rate

These settings ensure good quality without overloading your connection.

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## 2. Audio settings

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

* **Audio device:** Select it correctly in the input options under **Settings > Audio**
* **Recommended bitrate:** Between **96 Kbps and 128 Kbps**
* **Audio levels:** Use the OBS mixer to keep levels balanced (no peaks or dropouts)

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## 3. Scenes and sources

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

* **Organized scenes:** Create one scene for your screen, another for your camera, and another for intros/outros, for example
* **Well-positioned sources:** Camera, screen captures, images, or logos should be properly sized and positioned

These details improve the look and professionalism of your live stream.

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## 4. Testing and monitoring

Before going live, run tests and monitor throughout the broadcast:

* **Connection test:** Check your upload speed and stability
* **Trial runs:** Do unlisted or private live streams to check video and audio quality
* **Watch it live:** Keep an eye out for freezing, delays, or audience feedback

Real-time adjustments can save the experience for everyone watching.

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## 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 the [official Panda live streaming guidelines](https://help.pandavideo.com/en-us/article/how-to-live-on-panda-1jr682d/) to get the most out of the OBS integration.

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