Summary

1. Gather Your Equipment (microphone + optional mixer).
2. Visit the HBNI Audio Broadcasting Webpage on any device.
3. Enter Your Colony Name, Description, and Password (request it if you don’t have it).
4. Test by using “test” as the Colony Name to ensure the mic and connection are good.
5. Go Live and speak clearly.
6. Choose Public or Private broadcast settings:
   • Public: will show up on the listeners page and be archived.
   • Private: stays hidden, but you get a personal copy.
7. Always Keep Your Connection Stable for uninterrupted streaming.

That’s it! You’re now ready to broadcast your audio with HBNI Audio. Happy broadcasting!

Equipment Needed

Microphone – At the very least, a decent microphone is required. This could be:

• A built-in microphone on your phone or laptop.
• A USB microphone for improved audio quality.
• A mixer (optional) if you want even higher-quality or more professional sound.

Stable Internet Connection – Reliable connectivity is crucial:

• Aim for at least 1 Mbps upload speed.
• Avoid network activities that might interrupt or slow your upload.

2. Accessing the Broadcasting Webpage

Open the HBNI Audio Broadcasting Webpage

• You can use any device—mobile phone, tablet, or computer.
• Ensure your device’s microphone is enabled and has permission to capture audio in your browser.

Enter the Required Fields

The webpage will prompt you for three pieces of information:

1. Colony Name – This is how your broadcast will be labeled/identified.
2. Description – Give a brief description of your broadcast (e.g., topic, event).
3. Password – A password is required to start broadcasting.
   • The password is always the same for authorized broadcasters.
   • Contact the HBNI Audio administrator or team if you do not have it.

3. Starting Your Broadcast

Test First

• We strongly recommend doing a quick test by setting your Colony Name to “test”.
• Make sure your microphone is working, and your internet connection is steady.
• If the test broadcast works smoothly, you’re ready to go live.

Go Live

• Use your desired Colony Name, Description, and the same Password.
• Once you press Start Broadcasting, you are on air.

4. Privacy Options & Archives

Public Broadcasts

• By default, your broadcasts will be available on the listeners page.
• They are also automatically archived, and you will receive your own copy of the recorded broadcast.

Private Broadcasts

• You can mark your broadcast as Private (if provided as an option on the broadcast page).
• Private broadcasts:
• Will not appear on the listeners page.
• Will not be archived publicly.
• You still receive your own copy for personal records.

Rocket Broadcaster

There are two ways to broadcast privately using Rocket Broadcaster:

5. Best Practices & Tips

Maintain a Stable Internet Connection

• Use a wired Ethernet connection if possible, or stay close to your Wi-Fi router if using wireless.
• Avoid other heavy internet usage during your broadcast.

Keep an Eye on Battery (for Mobile Devices)

• Make sure your device is charged or plugged in if you plan an extended broadcast.