red5 how does it work

[alexg90]

Hi all,

I've been looking into using Red5 media server for a while now but Im confused as to how the service works.

What I need to be able to achieve is a way to live stream a source to multiple adobe air clients, around 15 to 20.

My question is how do I select the source and then start to stream it?, do I have to develop a java app that runs on the red5 service, or do you have to have a flash app that runs on the server e.g. like the simple broadcaster example.

Many thanks,
Alex

[sparkdemon]

Hi alex. There is no need to develop application initially. you can try out with the sample apps that comes with red5 installation.

try this:

http://www.adobe.com/devnet/flashmediaserver/articles/beginner_live_fms3.html

The code will be same to stream to red5. just set application name to "oflaDemo"

I recommend you install red5 0.8. the navigate to :
http://localhost:5080/demos/publisher.html