RaceStreaming – FAQ

What is RaceStreaming?

RaceStreaming provides a small 270-gram video and mobile hardware encoder (StreamKit), which broadcasts live video (1080p) via 4G to your RaceStreaming account at https://app.racestreaming.com. You can follow and manage live streams from any device (mobile, tablet, or laptop) or forward the stream to external platforms like YouTube, Facebook Live, Instagram, and Twitch. Furthermore, you can push live video streams to professional broadcasters via SRT or RTMP.

What is the expected delivery time of the RaceStreaming StreamKit?

All products are in stock, and we ship within 1 business day.

What is the price?

The RaceStreaming StreamKit, including a first-year subscription, is €1.495. Visit the store for more information. The annual renewal subscription for the following years is €349 (~€29 per month).

Do you offer bundles for entire race teams or race organizers?

Yes – Please contact us here to learn more about packages and bundles

What do I need to start streaming from my race car with racestreaming.com?

You will need the following to get started with the racestreaming.com platform.

1. RaceStreaming.com StreamKit
2. An Action Camera, such as a DJI Osmo Action, GoPro 8 (or newer), or any other camera with a USB or HDMI output. You can also connect the HDMI output from Racelogic’s VBOX platform.
3. SIM card data plan (4G/LTE ) from RaceStreaming or from your local provider.
4. In-car USB for power supply or a Power Bank (10.000 mAh power bank can keep the StreamKit running for many hours)

How much data do I need for my mobile data plan (4G/LTE SIM card)

RaceStreaming.com sends data over the Internet using your 4G/LTE. Appx. 0,5 to 1,0 Gbyte upload data transfer per full streaming hour is needed. With a 20 GB per month plan, you can stream up to +24 hours monthly.

What is needed at the race track?

RaceStreaming.com transmits data to the Internet using the built-in 4G/LTE modem. Good cellular coverage is essential for optimal upstream data performance.

From the Pitbox or any other location, you can receive the live stream over the Internet using your Mobile, Tablet, or Desktop device. We recommend you set up monitors to allow your pit crew or your guests to follow the live stream.

Can I connect multiple viewers at the same time?

Yes – you can simultaneously connect multiple viewers at the same time or connect your live stream directly to YouTube, Twitch, Facebook Live, or other RTMP or SRT streaming services and allow unlimited viewers.

Why do I need my own camera?

There are many different action cameras available today. You may already be the lucky owner of a camera that can provide video and audio via USB or HDMI. Plug your existing action camera into the RaceStreaming.com hardware using a USB and/or HDMI cable.

Can I connect multiple cameras?

Yes. You can connect one or two cameras to the RaceStreaming StreamKit at once. One camera via the HDMI input port and/or two cameras via the two USB ports. When two cameras are connected, the StreamKit will automatically enable PiP-mode (Picture-in-picture). Using two cameras, you will be able to stream both a forward- and rear-facing camera or a forward- and driver-facing camera.

If you need more cameras, you can simply purchase multiple StreamKits.

Why do I need a SIM card?

The RaceStreaming.com StreamKit transfers data via the 4G/LTE network. RaceStreaming can provide the StreamKit, including a special IOT SIM card optimized for our platform. You can also use your own telecom provider and add your SIM card to the StreamKit device.

Antennas and streaming quality?

The RaceStreaming.com StreamKit transfers data via the 4G/LTE network. You can mount the included external 4G/LTE antenna on your car to improve the 4G/LTE connectivity. Included within the RaceStreaming StreamKit is also a GPS antenna used for providing movement data, speed (km/h or mph). Both antennas are connected via the standard SMA plugs on the RaceStreaming StreamKit.

Can I get audio from the car within the stream?

Yes – If your camera has or is connected to a microphone and provides the audio track through the HDMI or USB connection, your stream will also include onboard audio from within your race car. When using multiple cameras, only the first connected camera will provide the audio track, as the second camera is displayed via PiP mode (Picture-in-Picture).

What is the expected latency of the live stream?

Depending on your cellular coverage and the desired video quality, you will see the live stream from any Internet-connected device with between 1 and 4 seconds of latency. Connecting the RaceStreaming.com live stream to a YouTube stream will allow viewers to follow the stream with approximately a 5 to 10-second delay due to YouTube’s way of processing live streams.

Can I use the stream for professional broadcasting?

If you have a professional broadcasting setup, you can connect to the in-car streams and use them live within your production. The RaceStreaming platform provides, by default, external RTMP or SRT streams. If you have a semi-professional setup, we recommend using OBS Studio (Free software). Under optimal configuration, broadcasters can receive the live RaceStreaming feed with minimal latency down to 500ms, depending on your technical setup. Please contact us to learn more.

Can I receive the live stream within OBS Studio?

Yes, the live stream from RaceStreaming.com can be collected as a media source within OBS Studio for semi-professional broadcasting production. In OBS Studio, you can also overlay data from websites to show race position, place on-track ranking information, etc. Se example here

What streaming quality can I expect?

RaceStreaming.com transfers 1080p at 30 or 60 fps (depending on the camera used). Depending on your cellular connection, you have the option to lower the quality and increase the latency for a better stable video connection.

Where can I find documentation?

You can download the RaceStreaming StreamKit User Guide from here.