How to Connect and Record with Your Desktop Studio on your Mac

In this guide, we’ll show you how to record videos using your Desktop Studio on a Mac with QuickTime. Follow these simple steps to connect your setup and start recording quickly and confidently.

Recording with Your Desktop Studio on Mac

How to Connect and Record Using Your Desktop Studio

1. Launch QuickTime
   • Open Finder, go to Applications, locate QuickTime Player, and open it.
   • From the menu bar, select File > New Movie Recording.
2. Select Your Audio and Video Source
   • Click the small arrow next to the Record button.
   • Select your Desktop Studio camera and microphone (for example, Blackmagic Design for both video and audio).
3. Adjust Recording Settings
   • QuickTime offers two quality options: High (720p) and Maximum (Full HD).
   • Select High for smaller file sizes, or Maximum for the best video quality.
4. Test Your Audio
   • Start a short test recording and tap the microphone three times.
   • Stop the recording and play it back to confirm the correct microphone is active.
   • You can also adjust the input volume to test audio levels in real time.
5. Save Your Recording
   • Once you finish recording, save the file straight away.
   • Choose a destination, name your file, and save it to your hard drive.

Recording videos with your Desktop Studio using QuickTime on a Mac is straightforward once everything is connected correctly. Follow these steps each time you record to ensure consistent audio and video quality.

You can explore related guides below to get even more out of your Desktop Studio:

• How to Operate Your Teleprompter (Mac)
• Best Practices for Recording a Video
• Master Eye Contact with Your PrompterMax