This article walks through how to configure a video input in ProPresenter and optionally link it to an audio source. For instructions on creating audio-only inputs, refer to our related article here. Video inputs allow you to bring live video sources—such as cameras or capture devices—directly into ProPresenter.

Before You Begin

• Ensure your video device is connected and recognized by your system.
• Supported input types include USB capture devices (such as the Elgato CamLink), SDI interfaces (such as a DeckLink Duo), NDI sources, and Syphon (macOS only).

Add a Video Input

1. Go to ProPresenter > Settings > Inputs in the program’s menu bar.
2. Click the + button above “Add Video Input” in the “Video Inputs” tab.
3. A new input will appear, ready to be configured.

You can name this input by editing the Name field underneath the input’s preview. This name will be used when triggering the input from the Media Bin.

To remove an input, right-click it in the list and select Delete or select the “-” button in the input list.

Select a Video Source

With your input selected:

1. Open the Device dropdown.
2. Choose your connected video source.
3. A live preview will appear once a valid device is selected.

• If the device supports auto-detection, resolution and frame rate will display automatically.
• If not, you’ll need to manually select a mode.

The eye icon toggles off/on the preview in this Inputs window. When toggled off, the input thumbnail will appear.

Configure the Preview Thumbnail

You can customize how the input appears in the Media Bin:

• Click the camera icon to capture a frame from the live preview
• Click the folder icon to upload a custom image

This thumbnail is shown in the Video Inputs playlist in the media bin for easy input selection while presenting.

Link an Audio Source (Optional)

Video inputs can be paired with an audio source:

• If the device includes embedded audio, it will be selected automatically
• Otherwise, choose an audio input from the Source dropdown
• Select No Audio Source if audio is not needed

Audio Settings

Once an audio source is selected, you can configure:

• Delay (ms): Sync audio with video
• Master Volume: Overall input level
• Channel Levels: Adjust individual audio channels
• Routing: Send audio to specific outputs for advanced setups. For detailed information on configuring audio routing within ProPresenter, refer to our comprehensive guide here.

By default, the configured audio will play whenever the video input is active on an Audience screen.

Using Video Inputs in Your Presentation

After setup, video inputs are available in the Video Input Playlist within the Media Bin.

You can:

• Trigger the input directly from the playlist
• Add it to a slide or macro as a Video Input Action
• Apply it to the slide layer by adding a Video Input element in the Slide Editor

This allows live video to be incorporated seamlessly into presentations and screen outputs.

Best Practices

• Verify your device is connected before launching ProPresenter to ensure detection
• Use clear naming conventions for multiple inputs (e.g., “Camera 1,” “Lobby Feed”)
• Capture a thumbnail for easier identification during live production
• Test audio routing in advance if using embedded or external sources