From action.RAN.org

The internet has brought live video broadcast to everyone. With a camera attached to a laptop in a backpack, live video is possible from nearly anywhere you can get cell phone reception. Here’s how.

Materials Needed

1. Laptop computer (with a good battery)
2. Webcam or USB-streaming enabled camcorder
3. Mobile Broadband Wireless access

Step-By-Step

1. Find a location with wireless internet access. There’s two ways to do this.
   1. A wireless “[hotspot]”. Some cities have free or cheap city-wide networks.
   2. A broadband [EVDO] connection. Laptop accessory that enables internet that works nearly anywhere a cell phone does. Sprint and Verizon both sell cards for about $100. You’ll also need a service plan that will run about $60/month.
2. Find a webcam. Cheap ones will do the trick inside in good light. Outside, or in low light you’llneed something more expensive. Sony Handycams work great for about $300 but just about any video camera with USB connection will work.
3. Set up an account at Justin.tv. Use the troubleshooting page for any troubles.
4. Charge up your laptop and camera. This is the tricky part. Most batteries will only give you a couple hours of service. If you want more than that, you’ll need some bigger batteries.
5. Plug and play!

Examples

• Infiltrating Bank of America's Annual Investors Conference
• Chasing the olympic torch through San Francisco
• Live from the LA Auto Show