Local Recording

pMix can record your program output directly to the iPad’s local storage. Recording works independently of streaming — you can record without streaming, stream without recording, or do both simultaneously.

Starting a recording

  1. Tap the Record button in the output controls (or start all outputs together)
  2. The status bar shows a recording indicator with elapsed time
  3. Continue your production as normal — switching, transitions, and overlays are all captured

Stopping a recording

  1. Tap the Stop button for recording
  2. The file is saved to the iPad’s storage

Recording settings

Recording uses the same video settings as your streaming output:

Setting Description
Resolution Matches your configured output resolution
Frame rate Matches your configured frame rate
Video codec H.264 or H.265
Bitrate Same as your streaming bitrate (or configurable separately)

Storage

  • Recordings are saved as standard video files on the iPad
  • Monitor available storage — 1080p at 4500 kbps uses roughly 2 GB per hour
  • Ensure you have enough free space before starting a long recording

Recording + streaming

Recording runs in parallel with streaming. The same program output (including overlays) is written to both the RTMP stream and the local file. This gives you a local backup of every stream.

OSC control

You can start and stop recording via OSC:

  • /pmix/record/start — Start recording
  • /pmix/record/stop — Stop recording

See OSC Remote Control for the full command reference.

Tips

  • Always record as backup — Even when streaming, a local recording protects you against internet drops
  • H.265 for recording — If you’re only recording (not streaming), H.265 gives better quality at the same file size
  • Free up space — Transfer recordings off the iPad after your production to keep storage available