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# Receive streaming

> Configuration for decoding an incoming stream

## Audio Stream Generated from Another Console

The AoIP module can be configured to **receive an RTP stream** generated from another Solidyne console with streaming support (e.g., **D612**, **2600** series, **Unidex** series, coder/link **ADA102**).\
The encoding equipment must have the **same firmware (STL)**.

By default, the console comes in **CODER (Studio Encoder)** mode. To receive, it must be configured as **DECODER**.

### Receiver Configuration (Decoder)

1. Access the IP module from a web browser (see [IP Module Access](/es/DX816/816-stl)).
2. In the top menu, click **Location**.
3. \*\*Change \*\*the mode to **→** **Transmitter Decoder**.
   * Factory setting: **Studio Encoder**, generates a unidirectional streaming.
   * As **Decoder**, default values are adopted (only modify IP and ports).
4. Go to **Configuration → Streaming**.
5. In **Port**, enter the port used on the encoder (the transmitting equipment).
6. In **URL**, keep **0.0.0.0**.
7. Click **Apply** to confirm.

### Buffer Adjustment (RTP Delay)

The **input buffer** (expressed in milliseconds) prevents audio interruptions when bandwidth is insufficient:

| Audio Format          | Recommended Buffer                     |
| --------------------- | -------------------------------------- |
| PCM                   | 40–80 ms                               |
| Compressed (e.g. MP3) | >80 ms (depends on codec and decoding) |

<Tip>
  Higher buffer → fewer dropouts, but greater **audio delay**.\
  The optimal value depends on **bandwidth** and the **format** used.
</Tip>

The audio format is always defined by the **transmitting equipment**.

### Decoded Audio Connection

* Audio received via Ethernet is routed to **balanced inputs** using the external cable (RJ45 to RJ45, provided).
* Connection: **AoIP Output Option → BAL-1 or BAL-2**.
* For DX822 with two AoIP modules: branched output to both inputs (BAL-1 and BAL-2) using a special "Y" cable (supplied).

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## Reception Using a Computer

It is possible to receive transmission from a DX/AoIP on a computer with compatible RTP software.\
Recommended: **VLC Player** (free – [videolan.org/vlc](http://www.videolan.org/vlc/)).

**Format Configuration in VLC:**

* **PCM16 @ 44.1 kHz**, or
* **MP3** in one of its modes.

Other formats may require a **SDP** payload file.

**Procedure in VLC:**

* Menu: **Media → Open Network Stream**.
* In the URL field, enter:

  `[protocol]://[source_IP]:[port]`

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For example:

RTP://0.0.0.0:3030

* `RTP` → protocol.
* `0.0.0.0` → any incoming IP.
* `3030` → port used.

<Note>
  Some versions of VLC accept: `RTP://@:3030`
</Note>