Start with the GoStream Duet's role in your production
The OSEE GoStream Duet is a compact live-stream production switcher and recorder. It accepts SDI, HDMI, and NDI|HX sources, mixes them, and outputs to streaming destinations or a recording. That makes it a practical hub for solo operators and small crews covering services, events, multi-camera interviews, or podcasts without a full broadcast control room.
Before you plug in cameras, decide what the Duet needs to do: switch between sources, record a program feed, or send a stream. The same box handles all three, but your cabling and source setup depend on which outputs you plan to use.
Connect your sources and outputs
The Duet mixes SDI, HDMI, and NDI|HX inputs in one unit. Use the steps below to build a basic signal path. Exact port labels and menu options are not confirmed by the supplied information, so verify them on the unit or in its documentation before your first live production.
- Connect SDI and HDMI cameras: Run SDI or HDMI cables from your cameras to the corresponding inputs on the Duet. The Duet accepts both formats, so you can mix camera types on the same production.
- Add NDI|HX sources: If you use NDI|HX cameras or software, connect them over your network. The Duet supports NDI|HX sources alongside SDI and HDMI, which lets you bring in remote or networked feeds without extra converters.
- Connect your streaming or recording destination: The Duet outputs to streaming destinations or a recording. Connect your recorder or streaming encoder as required by your workflow. The supplied information does not list specific output connectors, so check the rear panel before ordering cables.
- Power the unit: Power requirements are not specified in the supplied information. Use the power supply included with the Duet and confirm the voltage and connector type before connecting to mains power.
What the Duet handles in one box
- OSEE GoStream Duet SDI/HDMI/NDI|HX Live Stream Video Mixer/Switcher/Recorder: Mixes SDI, HDMI, and NDI|HX sources in one box. You can combine different camera types and networked feeds without separate converters or a larger switcher.
OSEE GoStream Duet SDI/HDMI/NDI|HX Live Stream Video Mixer/Switcher/Recorder - OSEE GoStream Duet SDI/HDMI/NDI|HX Live Stream Video Mixer/Switcher/Recorder: Switcher, mixer, and recorder in a single portable unit. One device covers switching, audio mixing, and recording, which simplifies a solo or small-crew setup.
- OSEE GoStream Duet SDI/HDMI/NDI|HX Live Stream Video Mixer/Switcher/Recorder: Designed for single-operator live production workflows. The control layout and workflow are intended for one person to manage multiple sources during a live event.
Plan your multi-camera layout before you stream
A multi-camera live stream setup works best when you assign each camera a clear role: wide shot, close-up, or roaming. The Duet lets you switch between these sources in real time. Because the supplied information does not detail specific transition options or keying features, test your intended switching style on a rehearsal before going live.
If you are using NDI|HX sources, confirm they are on the same network as the Duet and that your network can handle the stream. The supplied information does not specify supported NDI|HX versions or network requirements, so check the product documentation for those details.
Checkpoints before your first live stream
These checkpoints focus on what the supplied information confirms. For any setting not covered here, consult the manufacturer's documentation.
- Confirm every source appears on the Duet: Connect all SDI, HDMI, and NDI|HX sources and verify each one is recognized before you start streaming.
- Test your recording or streaming output: The Duet can output to a streaming destination or a recording. Run a short test to confirm your destination receives the program feed.
- Check power and cabling: Power requirements and output connector types are not listed in the supplied information. Verify them on the unit and use cables that match.
- Rehearse a switch: Practice switching between at least two sources so you are comfortable with the controls during the live event.
