Introduction to RealProducer Plus

Welcome to RealProducer Plus from RealNetworks. This tool converts standard audio and video into streaming media clips. RealProducer Plus is perfect for either novice or advanced content creators.

Using RealProducer Plus, anyone can easily create streaming media from a variety of sources. Convert audio or video files, record directly from media devices, or use RealProducer Plus to broadcast and stream live content.

New Features in RealProducer Plus

RealProducer Plus 8.5 includes upgrades in how you can create streaming audio and video. This section briefly describes some of these upgrades from RealProducer Plus G2.

RealAudio® 8

better, high-performing audio at high bit rates
supports DV audio sampled at 48 kHz
improved stereo output at a wide range of bit rates

RealVideo® 8

can give you near-DVD quality streaming video
an array of video filters that increase image quality, including an improved de-interlacing filter
You can record from uncompressed QuickTime 3.0 and 4.0 files.

About This Manual

Chapter 1: Installing RealProducer Plus explains installation procedures and provides information about system requirements for installing and using RealProducer Plus.

Chapter 2: Streaming Media Basics introduces you to the RealSystem® and its components, describes the importance of knowing your audience, and shows you how SureStream™ works.

Chapter 3: Recording Tips provides information for increasing performance, using RealProducer Plus more effectively, creating high-quality audio and video, and editing file information.

Chapter 4: Using the Command Line shows you how to use RealProducer Plus features with the command line.

For More Information

For additional information about using streaming media effectively and how to create multimedia presentations with your clips, refer to the RealSystem Production Guide, available for download from the RealNetworks Web site at:

http://service.real.com/help/library/index.html

For technical support with RealSystem, please fill out the form at:

http://service.real.com/contact/email.htm

The information you provide in this form will help technical support personnel to give you a prompt response. For general information about RealNetworks' technical support, visit:

http://service.real.com/help/call.html