DistroAV - Network Audio/Video in OBS-Studio using NDI® technology
This version brought several stability improvements and compatibility fixes for users transitioning to newer versions of OBS (like OBS 28 and 29): What is NDI? - Why you NEED it for OBS!
You might ask, "Why not just download the latest version?" The open-source community moves fast, but version holds a special place in the Windows ecosystem. Here is why professionals often revert to or stay on this specific build:
For one terrifying second, the preview pane remained black. Doubt crept in. Of course it failed. Networks are unreliable. Should have stuck with HDMI.
: The windows-x64-installer.exe is a 64-bit automated setup file that places the necessary .dll files and locale data into the OBS plugins directory. Core Functionality
“I need a bridge,” she whispered, rubbing her eyes. “Not a leash.”
On the streaming PC, she went to Tools > NDI Output Settings. A small panel appeared. She clicked "Main Output" and gave it a name: MAYA_GAMING_RIG .
She smiled. She didn't answer. She just leaned back, watching her streaming PC’s CPU usage hover at 12%—down from 45% with the HDMI capture card. The network switch in the corner glowed with gentle green pulses, each one a packet of pure, uncompressed creativity.
Then, the image arrived.