All Setup FAQs

Hardware Setup

What browsers and devices are not supported?
The following browsers are not supported to record on Riverside: beta release versions of Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge, all mobile browsers, Safari, Firefox, Internet Explorer, Opera, Chromium, Brave, Chrome Canary, and Vivaldi.
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How should I configure my firewall to connect to Riverside?
You may have to contact your IT/system administrator to configure rules that allow the network's outbound traffic to specific websites via ports and to approved domains.
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How can I check how many core processors my computer has?
To check the number of processing cores your Mac computer has, open its System Information report. For Windows, open its Task Manager.
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Is the default frame rate on Riverside true 24 FPS?
Yes, the default frame rate for participant tracks recorded on a computer is 24 FPS (frames per second), not 23.97 or 23.98 FPS.
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Which frame rate should I use to record?
The default 24 FPS should work in most contexts, but if you are working on a bigger project, check if there is a specific required frame rate. Depending on your lighting setup, you may also need to change the frame rate.
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Studios and Roles

How many Studios can I create?
The number of reusable Studios you can create depends on your account plan.
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Can I add another host or a co-host to my Studio?
Only one person can join the Studio in the Host role. However, other participants can join the Studio alongside the Host and perform as a co-host in a Guest role.
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How can I change the URL of my Studio?
It is not possible to change the URL of a Studio once it has been created. However, you can create a new Studio with a different name, which will use a different link.
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How many Guests can be recorded in a Studio session?
The Riverside Studio can record 7 Guests in each session. 
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How many Producers can monitor the Studio in a recording session?
There is no limit to the number of Producers who can join. However, the more people who are in the Studio, the smaller each participant's video frame will be.
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What are the benefits of removing background noise in the Studio?
Apply this filter in the Studio if participants are not in soundproofed environments and also to reduce noise from air conditioners and laptop fans.
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Scheduling and Studio Invites

Does a Studio Access link expire?
No. When you generate a Studio Access link for a specific role, it can be reused and does not expire.
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Can I use Calendly to automatically schedule my recording sessions?
Yes, you can add a Studio Access link to calendar events on Calendly and other sites.
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Can people pre-register for a Studio session?
No. At this time, Studio participants cannot pre-register themselves for a Studio session. However, you can still distribute a role-specific Studio Access link.
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Does a guest get a reminder before the scheduled recording?
An invitation sent directly from Google calendar will provide your guests with a reminder before the scheduled recording.
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What does a Studio Invite Email from Riverside look like?
The emails contain a Studio invite link, details on how to join the session, and, if you scheduled a studio session, the date and time of the session, according to the host's timezone.
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