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Overview
Livepeer Pipelines allows you to apply AI-generated visual effects to live video streams. This tutorial will walk you through trying a pipeline, and suggest some next steps in your journey.
Getting Started
1. Basic Configuration
Source Setup
- Go to the Showcase App
- Select the “Explore Pipelines” in the menu on the left
- Select a Pipeline
- In the “Source” dropdown menu, select “Webcam” as your input source
- The interface will display two viewing windows:
- Left window: Stream source preview
- Right window: Processed output preview
Prompt Configuration
Many pipelines have text prompts. If you’re using one that does:
- Locate the “Prompt” text field
- Enter descriptive terms that define the visual style you want to apply
- Example prompt formatting:
You may also encounter X:Y coordinate selection.
3. Advanced Settings
- Click the “Advanced Settings” dropdown to access additional configuration options
- Use these settings to fine-tune pipeline behavior
Operating the Pipeline
Start your video
- Allow camera and microphone permissions when prompted by your browser
- The pipeline will automatically begin processing once it detects the input stream. This may take up to a minute.
Real-time Controls
- Use the “Save Parameters” button to apply any changes to your prompt or settings
- Monitor both preview windows to see the effects of your changes
- Click “View pipeline info” to see detailed pipeline information
- Streams in this view are ephemeral and cannot be accessed after the browser window is closed. You can click “Create stream” to create a persistent stream that can be used to livestream to social channels
- [optional] If prompted by the Livepeer support team, use the “Copy logs” button to access logs for debugging
Best Practices
Prompt Writing
- Use comma-separated terms
- Combine style descriptors (e.g., “cyberpunk”, “futuristic”)
- Include technical quality terms (e.g., “8k”, “ultra-realistic”)
- Layer complementary concepts (e.g., “dark” with “neon”)
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
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If stream appears offline:
- Verify your source connection
- Check that your stream settings match your source
- Wait for automatic playback to begin
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If effects aren’t appearing as expected:
- Review and adjust your prompt
- Check Advanced Settings
- Ensure you’ve clicked “Save parameters” after making changes
Additional Resources
- Use the Support section for technical assistance
- Provide Feedback for feature requests or issues
- Explore other pipelines through the “Explore Pipelines” section