Easiest Multi-Camera Live Streaming & Switching Setup? - YoloBox Review

This is a deep dive review of the YoloBox from YoloLiv.
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The YoloBox is a fully integrated multi-platform live streaming solution. You can connect and mix up to two HDMI sources, a USB source, and a playback source via SD card. Additionally, the YoloBox is portable! It can stream via 4G thanks to the internal Sim Card, Wifi (4Ghz/5Ghz), and Ethernet.
This video will cover everything you will need to know about the YoloBox and how to operate it properly. I have set up timestamps below so you can skip to any particular section listed within the video.
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Timestamps:
0:00 - About this Video
1:09 - Inputs and Outputs
3:25 - Video Resolutions
4:22 - Audio Compatibility
4:31 - Encoding H.264
4:37 - Weight
4:48 - Streaming Setup
6:24 - User Interface (How to)
7:10 - Logitech C920 USB
7:55 - Picture in Picture
8:41 - HDMI passthrough
9:20 - SD Card Recording
10:02 - Switching Cameras
11:33 - Titles and Lower Thirds
12:33 - Rolling Text
13:34 - Scoreboards
14:28 - SD Card playback
14:58 - Other Options
15:15 - HDMI wireless test
16:22 - On Camera Test
16:58 - Audio Mixing Controls
18:41 - Pros and Cons
20:27 - Bugs
22:34 - Build Quality
23:51 - Unboxing
24:36 - Final thoughts
Video Disclaimer:
A huge thanks to YoloLiv for sending out the YoloBox for the review. I have not been paid to produce this video but they are letting me keep this unit.
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[@mathildazhu7286]

Hey Shane, this thumbnail of version 3.0 was so ON POINT! Came for the review, stayed for the wholesomeness. But for real, been a sub for a while, stellar work !

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

😄🙏

[@frankfengzhu]

Awesome conten Shanet!! Thank you for introducing this versatile multi-cam live streaming studio!!! Looking forward to the outdoor testing live show and the comparism video with ATEM Mini Pro and More!!!

[@RobertHamm]

I bought mine and am really happy about it. I’ve streamed over weddings and events and it has worked great. Simple KZbin one button press live stream integration, lots of inputs, and a long battery. I love it. I used to have to set up a small table for all my gear whenever I would live stream on location. Now I just put the entire setup on top of my camera with YoloBox. Great review.

[@joefoto]

Do you use the sim card slot or just use your phone wifi? And how much data do you need?

[@TelebeneBenevento]

@@joefoto I use phone wifi. I know that audio of camera is goog. As can I use two cameras with the only audio of camera 1? Thanks for you help.

[@veznkomo]

This solves an issue I’ve been battling with on live-streaming youth soccer games with the ability to add a scoreboard and other overlays. The mobility is an added benefit. I will couple this with the hipod camera system and maybe a gopro as well.

[@PhillipBridgesReviews]

You just made me hold off on the Atem mini and really think about which one of these will suit my needs. Thank you

[@patrickbenthamradley5429]

Great review Shane ! You have got my fingers twitching on the buy with one click button!

[@davidkelly3572]

Really helpful. Thanks. Would like to see how to play back multiple different stored video cuts for use during a live stream cast.

[@garyfrechette8689]

Excellent content Shane. I'm about to power/register mine either today or tomorrow. This will make it a lot easier. Thanks for the help.

[@anttiranki3690]

Awesome video, thank you! As I'm totally new to streaming I have a question. Do I need a video capture card when connecting a dlsr into this? Specifically a Sony a7r4 or a6500? Or can I just plug these cameras straight into the e.g. USB port and it will work? Or in the case of an A7s3 which has a full size HDMI port, can I just plug that straight in?

[@TimSimpson]

I just got myself a YoloBox as well .. just getting to know it but very impressed with it!

[@rjsmma]

Awesome review Shane, great job!! I had ordered the YoloBox and it will be here on Monday 9/28/20 super excited to receive it!! I really like the updates that I'm seeing on your review! I purchased this to add to what I've been working on already. I will share my streaming rig and setup once I have all the components and finish my build... Thank you again for this review!!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

I hope you like it! It's a really great device! :)

[@marcmarsillon8273]

Hi , can you tell your fellings after 2 months xith the yolobox?

[@togetheragency]

Loved this video. I recently did a wedding ceremony and this would work so well as you don't really need to run a multicamera setup but to be super mobile would be amazing. What equipment would you recommend to capture wireless audio from the celebrants microphone?

[@FabrizioPiazzini]

Wow, well done great review of a fantastic product. Looking forward to v3.0!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thank you, Fabrizio! :)

[@matthewleemoore]

How anyone could ever dislike this video is beyond me. Must be jealousy. Thanks for all the great info mate!

[@mrtwomore]

Great coverage of the unit and really helpful seeing if I wanted one! Cheers Ese

[@kpj805]

Ive been using this Yolobox for a week now. The industry needs a silicone case for this! Im about to make a custom wood case with cable retainers.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

The YoloBox is such a cool unit! I need to do a live stream test of it coming up on the channel soon :)

[@matthewadams2999]

No doubt Smallrig won't be far off

[@BBWinner48]

Excellent review...no nonsense and to the point..!!

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thank you :)

[@hansbrox6779]

Thanks for a nice and informative review! Do you know if YoloBox is capable of delivering 50 fps or is it 60fps only?

[@rocchino69]

Great video.... can you confirm if it RECORD internaly without going LIVE? thanx

[@RugbyNewsCentroAm]

Great video kudos! Could you help me to know if you can have redundancy between 4G and Wi-fi? Thank in advance for your answer!

[@JonesyMusic]

Question, when recording internally, do you record all video inputs or only the selected input. ie. if I have a band recording with various cameras, can I post process the switching between cameras and produce a final video?

[@kushthemusicnapster]

Hi there this excellent video but do know if I can use this switcher to my cameras wirelessly

[@cabba25]

Thank you your Videos thay are very helpful. I have a question. I have a panasonic g7 and g9 with a 30 minutes recording limit . Can I record longer with the yolobox?

[@prophetnanaodei]

Hi thanks for the review, about recording it seems you get the same quality as the stream when recording on the sd card. Is it possible to record through the HDMI out with a Monitor and get a good quality

[@matafilms]

great review! so no workaround to sync audio in with broadcasted video?

[@jbronzino]

Great review...Fantastic product YoloLiv knocks it out of the park with this device very user friendly and quality built

[@talkoffmicky8654]

HDMI port throughout is fully capable of outputting the fully mixed-signal 1080p? While using 3rd party encoder like liveU Solo or external led wall. There are three data inputs on this device( 4gsim,lan and wifi) so is the data uploaded to KZbin via network bonding? Are there chances of problems like ( over heating, blank Screen, unexpected shutdown while doing the live programs that are too long? Can we add customized 32bit png images into the stream using the overlay tab with the help of external SD card?

[@TheLexFilm]

Thank you Shane, excellent video.

[@kingpossie]

Nice review again Shane ! 👍 keep it up

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thank you! :-)

[@WhoMichaelWho]

Great review of a great bit of kit. I have no need for this but I kinda want it Lol.

[@Salah.alkhalifa]

Great review as usual. Well presented

[@lanceg6828]

After being on the fence for months, now I’m in. Question though. Can the small audio in Jack feed audio in (say bg music) while my camera audio goes through hdmi?

[@ujjolhiddenjibon9371]

I have a question whether I will give you microphone setup on camera in yolobox or if you tell me microphone setup in yolobox it will be beneficial.

[@Voicewav]

Hey Shane. Dumb question. If you aren’t going to live stream (yet) and want to simply record 4 sources to switch camera angles later in post, is that possible on this unit? Or is video source switching live only?

[@thomasgalvin2499]

Hi! Couple of questions. Will it work with GoPro cameras? Also , can you tether to an iPhone instead of WiFi? How will it perform in colder temps? I am looking to set up 2 GoPro cameras in a hockey rink and stream to KZbin. Thank You. Great video

[@PetrKrenzelok]

Can you somehow color correct the image from respective cameras? The webcam's color was way off. If not, then there might be some advantage to maybe more complex Atem mini Pro solution.

[@machiserreki6478]

Exllent product.. I have one doubt, its can connect smart phone camera?

[@kevindeina7768]

Wanted to know can u connect the rodecaster pro to the yolobox when doing a podcast.

[@trevkam]

The audio hdmi vs 3.5mm input. Does the 3.5 lag at all or is it just the hdmi? I’m not sure what you meant. Love the video thanks!

[@SkyzzWantsPizza]

Hi! Great review! I wonder if it supports Microsoft Teams-meetings or zoom or Google meet? It seems perfect fot what I need it to do, but only if I can use it in a team- or zoom-call...

[@kw23031970]

Could you use an extra laptop instead of the Yolobox ? and get USB C adapter with 2 HDMI ports?

[@sasajelic5838]

Question. When recording at 1920x1080 HD resolution, does it happen that the video and audio have a delay, of course if we use 4 cameras? Thanks

[@jerinjose367]

Can we get a program feed via the usb c to softwares like obs or vmix as a webcam?

[@VideomirkowPl_Ewa_Urbaniak]

Great review and very helpful. Yolo Box is a revelation. My question, is it possible to send a 720p stream and save the same stream on a 1080p card? Świetna recenzja i bardzo pomocna. Yolo Box rewelacja. Moje pytanie czy można wysyłać strumień 720p a ten sam strumień zapisywać na karcie 1080p ?

[@eastcoastvideoproductions7121]

Great review Shane but will it work with the Vaxis Atom 500

[@andrewlee3625]

Wanted to ask 3 things: 1. Can png images be imported from computer to the Yolobox via USB or SD card to be used? 2. Can the settings e.g. PiP profile be saved for the next "creation" or it has to be reassigned on each "creation" since I wanted to use the same PiP setting each time? 3. How many PiP profiles can be set up in each creation e.g. can one PiP profile be HDMI 1 small and HDMI 2 as background, and vice versa for the second PiP be set up in the same "creation"? Many thanks!

[@dreamfootage9575]

I tried hooking up two Hollyland Mars for wireless video. They both cannot work together but just one at a time. Is this something known ? Thanks for your nice videos

[@LiftedNoise]

If you are livestreaming on KZbin, is the chat window viewable from the yolobox?

[@johnmcclung4736]

Shane, I'm searching for an effective but effective and affordable way to do camera switching when giving music lessons on Skype, and would appreciate your advice. I'm considering using Canon DSLRs I already own, with Canon's Webcam Utility to deliver video to my Macbook Pro via USB. Alternately, could the following idea work and not have degraded image quality: Webcam with USB2 output > USB-to-HDMI converter > Atem Mini? I have more webcams than DSLRs! I'm currently switching webcams in Skype using preferences, but it's slow and clunky.

[@c-flojohnson7177]

Question: My yolobox is not reconizing my canon vixia hf g50 hdmi out. Swaped out cables & tried a canon r800 & it worked. Any thoughts? Thanx!

[@shippowindscar4413]

there are some action cameras that have a USB out, the image on mine is pretty good and great for above views if streaming music production or live DJ set.

[@1elijahsmom]

I am a crafter that does demos online to Facebook and will eventually have a youtube channel. On the overlay function can you load in a logo? Also, this seems so easy to use compared to Switcher Studio or others.

[@MichaelCartyIreland]

Great video. Very seriously considering getting this product. At 16:45 you said that you couldn't play a video from the SD card as you were recording to it. Does this mean that you cannot play a video from the SD card while recording to the SD card? If you wanted to play a video into a stream, is there internal space on the device to store the video? Many thanks

[@SingerOmayChannel]

is it hdmi from live stream encoder to hdmi in camera? Hdmi to Hdmi or hdmi to micro usb?

[@364sports9]

How many scoreboards are available to pick from? Cuz I do all sports

[@ericlauvideohub625]

cool. really helpful! thank you.

[@crawfordsvillecalvarychape3881]

Great review! Q: Can the PIP be adjusted, like center-top instead of just centered? And resized?

[@markharris51]

5 months and this question goes unanswered by the host. What a shame.

[@abajanlife246]

Hey Shane can we attach our Saramonic Blink 500 Pro B2 2 to this unit?

[@CMDModels1]

How do you connect your cell phone as a camera option? Can you connect two cell phones at once? Thanks for any pointers

[@joefoto]

My gh3 is not recognized. Think i need a mini hdmi to hdmi adapter? My gh5 works perfectly.

[@markburke2414]

Shane...great review. Have you compared USB and HDMI output compared to the ATEM? I have two YBPs and cannot achieve a quality output on either. I get jitter on all types of inputs. I’ve tried different video sources including our BM studio cams, Canon SL3s and an M1 MAC laptop. I even tried a video from the SD card. Any source jitters on the YB hdmi output and the usb. So, my final test scenario was to run our BM Studio Cam to an ATEM MINI Extreme ISO then to my MAC M1 mini. The usb signal is stable. If I go from the camera to the YBP to the ATEM then the mac, the output is jittery. If I eliminate the ATEM and use the YBP usb to the mac, same jitter. If I feed hdmi out of the YBP to a monitor, same jitter. So, I believe I have pinpointed the cause of the jitter to the YBP. But I am stumped. I see others getting quality output. What am I missing? Thanks in advance.

[@colleenlewis6268]

Can I Bluetooth the device to connect to my 4K camera and cellphone/DSR camera and bypass the HDMI cable? If yes, please explain the process. Thank you.

[@AndreaBuckettCooks]

Can you use this yolo box with software like streamyard.

[@manselfrayne7057]

Hi guys, brilliant device, and brilliant video mate, will the Xsplit Vcam work in the usb slot.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

It says it works with a number of USB devices but I don't have that particular one to test. If you check the user manual it shows it works also with various hardware.

[@kyprospilakoutasmasterhypn5446]

I would like to ask if there is the possibility of Replay and slow motion

[@jlouis01]

Can Yolobox be use over camera WiFi without connecting an HDMI cable to the yolobox?

[@qooradio]

Could I connect my Logitech BRIO 4K (or other webcam) to this "BOX" through its USB In? If so, where could I set the webcam video quality & Depth of Field????

[@livestreamireland7745]

Great review, thanks! I use the LiveU Solo encoder for upload reliability using up to 4 SIM cards. Can the output on this product via the HDMI out deliver me a clean signal if I use the LiveU solo?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Yes, I show the HDMI signal in this video. It can send to a clean feed no problems at all.

[@livestreamireland7745]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy a clean hdmi out in 1080p makes this attractive to a wider audience.

[@wjhudson65]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Question: The HDMI-Out you say can send a clean feed, do you know whether it is just a pure clean feed of the current/active source camera only, or will it include overlays, lower-thirds, etc. I am really hoping it is the latter, because I would like to use HDMI out to send a local feed directly to an on-site TV for an audience to watch that is identical to what is being streamed online. Oh, and before I forget, great in-depth review, thanks!

[@kcofficial]

Hi, what about video source from SD card. Can we add 2 or more videos to the menu and then choose which one will be playing? And the next question...can we add transparently video? (Alpha channel mov files)

[@kcofficial]

A message from the Ylolobox "...YoloBox supports mp4, flv, mkv, mov (not transparent background ), mpg, vob, but not avi and wmv. But we’re still trying to make it on Yolo, and It’s on the roadmap~...." so maybe someday after an update 🙂

[@mathytv]

Thank you very much for your Video. I bought 2 YoloPro. Please, can I feed one yolo box HDMI into another Yolo BoxPro?

[@ministeralphonsebiakujira4065]

Can you add zoom or TikTok on it ? Or how much live can this support at once?

[@leadershipwithrogermuntu2059]

Thanks bro! Great video. Quick questions: can I add B Rolls? Can I have a virtual guest from whatsapp or Skype etc??? Thank you

[@livesportsvideo03]

Great review as always. I am looking for a solution that will allow me to remote stream sports from various locations in all weathers. So far my best effort is a sort of IRL backpack using a Laptop running OBS capturing video through my Elgato HD60 and streaming using a 4g modem router. (No money for a USolo and multiple data contracts.) This is ok but its a struggle and a strain to operate it all whilst filming. Extra monitor and wireless keypad etc. The Yolo box might be able to tick all my boxes. What interests me is the scoreboard, and more importantly is it customizable or can you load in your own graphics to make it more relevant to the team and sport that you are filming? Any ideas and thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Thanks

[@frankfengzhu]

Currently you can upload team logos and names..a more customizable scoreboard feature is on our roadmap and should be ready to release in a few more udpates!!

[@indygott]

So my client just bought this and I am trying to use the hdmi out (monitor) through the elgato for zoom. We are having issues with the sound streaming through it. It sounds like interference through the audio and it’s chopping up. Would like to see if you ran into this issue before and how you over came it. For now we are inputting through a zoom h5 direct into pc for sound. Also our webcam isn’t reading via usb. Looking at the webcam the power light is on but the feed is not being read. Do you know what this could be? Anyway thanks for your help in advance. :)

[@frankfengzhu]

Does this setup work flawlessly when streaming directly? Have you checked all the Zoom audio settings or any other converter(not just legato).Can you share the streaming link(with the audio issues) to [e-mail] that I may help trouble shoot?

[@ezzathanna1]

How about import sound from mixer? Also audio latency ?!

[@asiaunitedbasketballassoci9247]

Great video mate. Can I use the Yolo box for a basketball games streaming? With scoreboard, running clock etc? Thanks

[@frankfengzhu]

Yes YoloBox is ideal for sport production.

[@PatialaLive-gp2jf]

I have Yolobox when i stream from Some Outdoor Locations Yolobox Main Problem Stream Lag and Buffering On KZbin And internet problems tell which internet is best in outdoor location without using sim card in Yolobox

[@HomeCookingWithKimberly]

What if I need to do a post production edit does the SD card record all the content streaming in on HDMI 1 & 2?

[@pablowang7916]

Obviously! You could Create a pip window to realize the feature. The record is independent to the live stream but it it goes along with your video source switching.

[@trevormcmanis]

Excellent video!

[@ItzRyanF00]

I wish there was a way to connect a button or something to the usb to switch between cameras or do other actions.

[@robainsworth4384]

Thanks for your great video Shane, Can this stream a stereo audio source via the analogue audio input ? Also, will an audio input of a person speaking be in synch with the cameras ?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

The better audio options are found on the YoloBox Pro. I just released a video about that while using the Rodecaster Pro. That keeps the audio in sync.

[@robainsworth4384]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Thanks for your reply Shane. I just bought the original (non-pro) Yolobox two days ago. I am beginning to regret it. The sound from the audio input (analogue) seems to be just mono and hissy at that. For that input to also be out of synch with any of the video sources is a massive deal breaker. This device showed so much hope. Where to from here? Well, I would hope that the pro version can be a bg step up ...

[@legy]

Great review. Can the BlackMagic Atem Mini be conected to the USB of the YoloBox?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

I am going to do a full video about that coming up once I test it. I did just purchase a USB-3 to HDMI Adapter that is supposed to work so stay tuned as I'll have videos about chaining these together soon.

[@legy]

I have the yolobox now, while it is a perfect device for so many tasks, it can’t access the blackmagic Atem mini (non of them) through the usb-webcam port. It is ok, I’ll use it on the Hdmi with program out on the bm.

[@exploreraa983]

How does yolobox work with 5g? seems to not be discussed anywhere I look. The bult in lte modems wont work with 5g?

[@chriss2595]

Thx for your review. Q: let's say people use MS Teams. How should this be set up with the Yolobox? Is the ethernet port for this setup an andvantage or usable? Thx in advance.

[@clientliaisonmusic]

is there gonna be a yolo box 2?

[@stanleynowak9325]

Awesome review! Just what a beginner like me a Realtor needs to start doing simple videos. Can it be used via line in with a Rode Procaster? I used to be a major market radio DJ so the sound is important and easy for me.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Your best bet is to get the mic into the camera via a HDMI adapter. The audio input is not as good. Using the camera the audio will also be in sync.

[@frankfengzhu]

We'll add audio delay adjustment feature soon in one or two more updates. (I believe some sound card has the delay setting as well?)

[@gcprost]

I think the reason the Diety mic didn't work is that the port is looking for line level instead of mic level. The port on the BMD ATEM Mini Pro needs line level.

[@PatialaLive-gp2jf]

Tell Best Sim bonding router for Yolobox I facing network problems in Yolobox

[@trevormcmanis]

Does this allow for fixed audio. I run all my audio from a different source than the cameras... if you covered this in the video and I missed it, I apologize.... Thank you for your time and help.

[@trevormcmanis]

I believe it does..

[@danielfaleti7084]

Do you need atem mini for yolobox to work

[@user-nl1pv4hw7g]

Whichis better and better device IS ATem Mini or.. VOLO BOX Review.... Thank you

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Check out my FAQ video on the YoloBox pro it might be of some help. Both are very different.

[@moritzschmid1]

Stupid question: could you theoretically connect the atem mini as a webcam via usb to it? So you could connect even more cameras :D Or does that not work?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Good question! I need to test that out asap!

[@abdalazizalsabbagh1509]

Hi what if i want to stream it for another point like to my friend, brother or company.

[@BenFayalafilms]

hi i need your help, why the feed is cropped from camera, its not full frame, how i can fix this? any idea ?

[@trevkam]

Can you output laptop display into the hdmi? Basically using it like the Black Magic mini video Interface.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Laptop HDMI output works in this from my testing. I had no issues with my mac using a display port to HDMI adapter as well.

[@trevkam]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Thanks so much!

[@C2CRadioShow]

Does an iphone connect to this for mobile camera use?

[@AdrianLeeYC]

Great review. The YoloBox is so much better now with the latest software upgrade.

[@frankfengzhu]

Look forward to your review Adrian!!

[@InquisitiveTvonline]

Well it’s useless at the moment. Waiting for the latest update before deciding to sell it on.

[@splectronwilliams3384]

since the yolobox updated to new version the HDMI NO LONGER SENDS AUDIO OUT VIA THAT OUTPUT DOES ANYONE KNOW HOW TO FIX THIS

[@giligh]

Great tutorial.

[@LivestreamAustraliaAuLive]

Awesome review and great presentation style. Congratulations.

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

Thanks for the kind words. I think I purchased one of my ATEM's from you guys :)

[@LivestreamAustraliaAuLive]

@@GeekyNerdyTechy Hello Shane, can we have a phone call?

[@GeekyNerdyTechy]

@@LivestreamAustraliaAuLive Sure thing but I don't want to type it out here. Could you email me? GeekyNerdyTechyReviews at g mail dot com Thanks mate!

[@frankfengzhu]

Hey guys! Can we speak with someone on your social media team? Thanks.