Overview

TODA Live's Media tab empowers the Host with seamless control over media and URLs, allowing them to upload, view, and manage media shared in a room. Accessible through the Host Control Panel (HCP) and Homepage Room Panel, you have the ability to download and/or delete all media uploaded into a room. 

• Learn More About> Supported Media Files

NOTE: If you happen to upload a file type that is not supported for your presentation, our system will promptly display a notification indicating that the file is incompatible. In such cases, both playback settings and aspect ratio adjustments will not be accessible.

Media/File Browser

1. Starting on the HCP, select the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel.

2. Select the Media/File browser, located on the upper left-hand side of the Media tab. If there have been any media files uploaded to the room, you will find them here.

3. Select and hold the file you would like to present to the room. 

4. Drag the file into the experience, over the participant windows, and select Lets Go! 

Once you release the file, it will be presented to all attendees in the Room! 

Search Media/Files

To search media and files that have been uploaded to the room, follow these quick steps: 

1. Starting on the HCP, select the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel.

2. Click the Search icon, located on the left-hand side of the Media tab to expand the bar to activate typing. 

3. Type in the name of the media or file you’d like to find. Remove your entry by clicking the close icon within the search bar.

Sort Media/Files

To efficiently organize and manage media and files that have been uploaded, follow these simple steps:

1. Starting on the HCP, locate the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel.

2. Click on the Sort icon, located on the right-hand side of the Media tab. A dropdown menu will appear, presenting the system's default sorting setting for the room.

3. Select the sort option that aligns with your needs. For instance, if you want to sort the list based on who uploaded the files, choose the Uploaded By option. See below for all sort by options:

Media/File Upload

Upload media and files to the HCP to present to participants. 

1. Starting on the HCP, select the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel. 

2. Select the Media/File upload icon, located on the left-hand side of the Media tab. Below this icon, you will see a section with two options for uploading your media files.

3. Depending on your preference, you may either: 

Drag and drop media directly to the designated section from your device. 

OR

Browse files on your device to search for the file you would like to upload to the Room.

4. Once your media or file has been uploaded, you will receive a confirmation indicating that the upload is complete. 

Excellent, you’ve uploaded your first media file! 

Delete a Media/File Upload

Uploaded media or a file by mistake? That is not a problem. See below on how to remove the media/file. 

1. Starting on the HCP, locate the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel. 

2. Select the Media/File browser icon, located on the left-hand side of the Media tab. 

3. Click the Checkbox, located below the Media/File browser icon. 

• After clicking the Checkbox, you will have the option to select specific files that you can then take further action on.

4. Here, you can click on the media or files you would like to delete. Click on the selections again to deselect. 

• Selections will be highlighted (multiple may be selected at a time). 

5. Confirm the selections you’d like to remove from the room, and click the Delete icon.

NOTE: Once a media file is deleted, it is permanently removed and cannot be 
recovered. Before proceeding, you will be prompted to confirm your selection.

Download a Media/File Upload 

If you would like to keep one of the media files on your personal device, you may download it directly from the HCP. Here’s how:

1. Starting on the HCP, locate the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel. 

2. Select the Media/File browser icon, also located on the left-hand side of the Media tab.

3. Click the Checkbox, located on the left-hand side of the HCP. 

• After clicking the Checkbox, you will have the option to select specific files that you can then take further action on.

4. Here, you can click on the media or files you would like to download. Click on the selections again to deselect. 

• Selections will be highlighted (multiple may be selected at a time).
  

5. Confirm the selections you’d like to download from the room, and click the Download icon.

Nice, you’ve downloaded media files to your personal device! 

Add a URL

Add a URL to the Media tab to share web content with your attendees during your virtual session. 

1. Starting on the HCP, locate the Media icon, located on the upper left-hand side of the panel. 

2. Open a new tab in your browser and search for the desired link you would like to share with the room. 

3. Once you’ve landed on the desired website, copy the URL. 

4. Navigate back to your TODA Live room. 

5. Click the Add URL icon, located on the left-hand side of the Media tab.

6. You will be prompted to input/paste the URL in the designated space. 

7. Click the green + to the right of your URL to add the link to the media folder. 

8. Once your URL has successfully uploaded, you will receive a confirmation at the bottom of the HCP. 

Fantastic work, you’ve uploaded your first URL!  

Feeds

Attention! Important Notice for Users: We have enhanced our RTMP Feed structure for improved performance as of 2024. 

Action Required: Please create a new TODA Live room to experience an improved streaming experience, as feeds in older rooms may no longer function due to modifications to the Feeds URL string structure. 

Feeds provides a seamless connection between your preferred streaming software and TODA Live, allowing you to easily share Feeds directly within your meeting room.

1. Starting in the Host Control Panel, navigate to the Media tab.

2. From the Media options, click the Feeds icon.

3. Next, click the (+) button to select the desired protocol for your live stream, either RTMP or RTSP, through the dropdown menu.

NOTE: 

RTSP (Real-Time Streaming Protocol) is best for audio and video broadcasted in real-time.

RTMP (Real-Time Messaging Protocol) is best for media streamed through a browser, and can be stored and delivered as needed. This is our default protocol for TODA Live Create Sessions.

TODA TIP: To rename a feed, you can either:

A. Double-click directly on the current Feed name, enter your desired name, and click Enter on your keyboard. 

OR

B. Navigate to the Media/File browser icon, right-click the Feed, select the Rename option, and click Enter on your keyboard.

5. To start streaming, simply click the dropdown arrow on the feed you would like to broadcast.
   
   

1. Here, you will find both the RTMP Server URL and Channel ID.

6. Next, copy and paste the RTMP Server URL and Channel ID directly into your external device or software you would like to stream on. 

1. Learn More About > Streaming a TODA Live Session on OBS

7. Once the external device is connected, the live stream will be available to present through the Media tab of the Host Control Panel (HCP).

TODA TIP: There are a couple of ways to delete a Feed:

A. Click the three dots menu on the entry in the Feeds icon.


OR

B. Navigate to the Media/File browser icon, right-click the Feed, select the Delete option, and click Enter on your keyboard.  

Display a Feed from an Additional Monitor

Easily display your feed from an additional monitor or screen – see steps below: 

1. From the Media tab, select the Media/File Browser.  

2. Next, single-click the RTMP Feed.

3. Click Information to reveal additional details.

4. To the right of PLAYER URL, select the Copy Link icon. 

• Alternatively, click the Copy Link icon, located on the top right-hand side of the feed details panel. 

5. Create or Join a second TODA Live room and navigate to the Media tab. 

6. Click Add URL,  paste the PLAYER URL link, and click the (+) button.

7. Next, navigate to the Media/File Browser.
   
   

8.  Lastly, right-click the whep media you have just uploaded, and select Present. 

        That's it, time to stream your Feeds! 

Need additional support?

Our support team is available to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have. Feel free to reach out by emailing us at help@lmmv.com.