Insta360 App: Connect a 360 Camera to the Insta360 App for Live Streaming

Insta360 App: Connect a 360 Camera to the Insta360 App for Live Streaming

Applicable Models: ONE X, X2, X3, X4, X4 Air, X5, ONE R, and ONE RS

If you want to use your camera to unlock diverse live streaming experiences, please refer to the detailed streaming guide below. It is tailored to help you quickly master the basic operations for connecting different 360 camera models to the Insta360 app for live streaming.

---

How to connect a camera to the Insta360 app for live streaming

Supported streaming modes: 360° Live, 360° Reframe Live

1. Open the Insta360 app, connect your camera, tap the "Camera" icon at the bottom to enter the shooting preview page, then tap "360°" at the top to switch to the 360 mode.

Please refer to: Insta360 App: How to Connect Camera to the Insta360 App

Please note: 360 cameras do not support live streaming in the Single-Lens Mode.

1. Tap the "≡" icon in the bottom right corner > select "Live" or "Reframe Live" > select your desired live streaming platform.

1. Tap "Not Bound" to authorize.

• If the streaming platform's app is installed, you will be redirected to that platform for authorization.
• If the app is not installed, please download it and complete the authorization process.

4. After completing account authorization, tap "Start live stream" to return to the recording page. You can start the live stream by pressing the camera's shutter button or the on-screen button. During the process, please keep the Insta360 app running in the foreground. To stop the live stream, press the shutter button again.

For a more intuitive operational demonstration, please refer to Insta360 App 360° Live Tutorial.

Live streaming parameters

Lens Type	Live Streaming Mode	Platform	UI Option: Live Streaming Bitrate Settings	UI Option: Frame Rate	Live Streaming Configuration: Streaming Resolution	Live Streaming Configuration: Frame Rate	Live Streaming Configuration: Bitrate	Camera Configuration:Camera Source Resolution	Camera Configuration: Frame Rate
577 Pano 283 Pano 586 Pano	360° Live	Facebook	1080	30fps	2160 × 1080	30fps	8M	2560 × 1280	30fps
	360° Live	YouTube	1280	30fps	2560 × 1280	30fps	8M	3840 × 1920	30fps
	360° Reframe Live	Facebook	1080	30fps	1080 × 1920	30fps	8M	2560 × 1280	30fps
	360° Reframe Live	YouTube	1280	30fps	1280 × 2275	30fps	8M	3840 × 1920	30fps

FAQ

I. Live Streaming Modes and Usage Restrictions

1. What is the difference between "Live" and "Reframe Live" in the Insta360 app? Can viewers choose their own perspectives?

• Live: If the streaming platform supports 360° Live, viewers can freely drag the picture during the streaming to choose their viewing perspective in 360°.
• Reframe Live: In this mode, only the host can adjust the perspective; viewers cannot adjust the picture themselves.

Please note: Both streaming modes require using the 360° mode for shooting.

1. Which platforms do 360 cameras support for live streaming?

Currently, the Insta360 app supports live streaming in Facebook, YouTube, and other streaming platforms. You can also switch the shooting mode to "Live" or "Reframe Live" on the Shooting page in the Insta360 app to view and select available streaming platforms. For specific supported platforms, please refer to the actual display within the Insta360 app.

1. Do X5, X4 Air, X4, X3, and X2 require a memory card for live streaming?

No.

1. Do the 360 cameras support HDMI output for live streaming?

No.

1. Do 360 cameras support switching Facebook accounts for live streaming?

Yes. You can switch accounts within Facebook, then return to the Insta360 app to authorize the new account. Alternatively, you can log out of Facebook account first, then enter the Insta360 app to authorize a new account for live streaming.

1. Can I see real-time comments in the live stream room when using a 360 camera for live streaming?

Currently, live streams intiated with 360 cameras through the Insta360 app do not support viewing real-time comments. You can use another device to enter the live stream room to view real-time comments normally.

1. Do ONE X and ONE R support wireless live streaming?

Both ONE X and ONE R support wireless live streaming after you configure a data SIM card.

II. Live Streaming Video Quality and Audio

1. Can I edit the image / adjust parameters after starting the streaming?

No. If you need to adjust streaming parameters, you must first stop the current live streaming, then reconfigure the settings and create a new live streaming room.

1. Do the 360 cameras support stabilization during live streaming?

Yes.

Please note:

• X3 and X2 do not support FlowState Stabilization when using the Webcam feature.
• ONE X supports Standard Stabilization, but does not support FlowState Stabilization.

1. Do the 360 cameras support facial tracking during live streaming?

No.

1. What aspect ratios/formats are supported for 360° live streaming?

For 360° Live, the stream outputs a 2:1 360° picture. The final playback aspect ratio depends on the viewer's player.

1. If I connect a compatible external microphone during live streaming with my camera, how is the audio captured?

During wireless streaming, audio can be captured using compatible external microphones (including those connected via an adapter or AirPods).

III. Charging and Battery Life

1. Is there a time limit for live streaming?

There is no time limit for streaming on X5, X4 Air, X4, X3, and X2. As long as the battery is sufficiently charged and the camera does not stop running due to overheating protection, you can continue live streaming.

For ONE RS (with 360 lenses) and ONE R (with 360 lenses), the duration for a single live streaming session is limited to 30 minutes.

1. Can the 360 cameras be charged while streaming when connected to the Insta360 app via wireless connection?

Yes. You can charge your camera while streaming wirelessly. However, please monitor the ambient temperature to prevent the camera from overheating.

IV. Data Usage

1. Can I use Wi-Fi for live streaming? How is the data usage calculated?

• For Android phones: Streaming via Wi-Fi is available when the camera is connected to the Insta360 app via wired connection and works in the Android Mode.
• For iPhone: As connecting the camera to the Insta360 app occupies the Wi-Fi connection (only wireless connection is supported), you can only use the mobile data network for streaming.

The data usage during live streaming is determined by the stream quality, and the calculation formula is: Data (MB) = Bitrate (Mbps) × Time (s) ÷ 8.

Supported platforms for OBS

AfreecaTV	Amazon IVS	AngelThump	Aparat	api.video
Autistici.org Live	Bilibili Live - RTMP	Bitmovin	Bongacams	Boomstream
BoxCast	Breakers.TV	CAM4	CamSoda	Castr.io
Chaturbate	CHZZK	Dacast	Disciple Media	DLive
Dolby Millicast	Enchant.events	ePlay	Eventials	EventLive.pro
Facebook Live	GoodGame.ru	IRLToolkit	Jio Games	Joystick.TV
KakaoTV	Kondluit.live	Kuaishou Live	Lahzenegar - StreamG｜لحظفکار - استریمی	Lightcast.com
Live Streamer Cafe	Livepeer Studio	Livepush	Livestream	LOCO
Loola.tv	Lovecast	Luzento.com - RTMP	MasterStream.ir｜مسترستریم｜رد استریم و استریم همزمان	Meridix Live Sports Platform
Mildom	Mixcloud	Mux	MyFreeCams	MyLive
nanoStream Cloud / bintu	NFHS Network	niconico, free member（ニコニコ生放送 一般会員）	niconico, premium member（ニコニコ生放送 プレミアム会員）	Nimo TV
OnlyFans.com	OPENREC.tv - Premium member（プレミアム会員）	PandaTV｜팬더티비	PhoneLiveStreaming	Picarto
Piczel.tv	Playeur	PolyStreamer.com	Restream.io	SermonAudio Cloud
SharePlay.tv	sheeta	SHOWROOM	STAGE TEN	Steam
Streamway	Stripchat	Switchboard Live	Sympla	Trovo
Twitch	Twitter	Uscreen	Vaughn Live / iINSTAGIB	Vault - by CommanderRoot
Viloud	Vimeo	Vindral	Volume.com	Web.TV
Whowatch (ふわっち)	WpStream	XLoveCam.com	YouTube - HLS	YouTube - RTMP