How to Change the Projector that OBS Records
Open Broadcasting Software (OBS) is a popular software used by streamers and content creators to record and stream their gameplay or other activities on the computer. One of the features of OBS is the ability to record using a projector. However, if you have multiple projectors connected to your computer, you might want to know how to switch between them in OBS. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of changing the projector that OBS records.
Step 1: Check your projector settings
Before switching between projectors in OBS, you need to make sure that your projectors are properly connected to your computer and that each projector has a unique name. To check your projector settings, follow these steps:
1. Connect all your projectors to your computer and turn them on.
2. Go to your computers Display settings and check if all your projectors are detected.
3. Make sure that each projector has a unique name so you can easily identify them.
Step 2: Set up your sources in OBS
Now that you have checked your projector settings, you need to set up your sources in OBS. A source is what OBS uses to capture your screen or anything else that you want to record. To set up your sources, follow these steps:
1. Open OBS and go to the Sources panel.
2. Click the + button to add a new source.
3. Choose Display Capture or Window Capture, depending on how you want to record the projector.
4. If you chose Window Capture, select the projector window.
5. If you chose Display Capture, select the projector display.
6. Click OK to add the source.
7. Repeat the above steps for each projector you want to record.
Step 3: Switch between projectors in OBS
Now that you have set up your sources in OBS, you can easily switch between projectors in OBS. Heres how:
1. Go to the Sources panel and click the source you want to switch.
2. Click the gear icon on the right-hand side of the panel.
3. Select Properties from the dropdown menu.
4. Under the Mode dropdown, select the projector you want to record.
5. Click OK to apply the changes.
6. Repeat the above steps for each source you want to switch.
Conclusion
Recording using a projector in OBS can be a great way to capture your presentation, gameplay, or any other activity that involves a projector display. By following the steps above, you can easily switch between projectors in OBS and record everything thats happening on your projector. Remember to always check your projector settings and set up your sources properly before recording. Happy recording! |
