Media Source path
Use a standard OBS Media Source—no capture-card hardware required for everyday phone casting.
Mate Code Setup for OBS Media Source
obsmatePro connects Android to OBS through a Mate Code. Copy it from the app, paste it into a Media Source, and confirm the phone feed in your scene.
- Copy Mate Code after casting starts
- Paste into OBS Media Source (uncheck Local File)
- Quick re-copy when you rebuild scenes
Simple OBS integration
Copy once, stream ready
Start casting in obsmatePro, copy the code, paste, and verify with a screen swipe.
Easy troubleshooting
If the preview is empty, recopy the code and confirm casting is still active.
How to add the Mate Code
1
Start casting
Connect the phone in obsmatePro and start the cast session.
2
Copy Mate Code
Click Copy Mate Code in the app.
3
Paste in OBS
Add Media Source → uncheck Local File → paste code → apply.
FAQs
Where do I paste the Mate Code?
In OBS Media Source properties, with Local File unchecked, paste into the network/input field.
Why is the preview black?
Confirm casting is running, recopy the code, and see the no-frame FAQ.
Do I need a plugin?
Typical setups use OBS Media Source with the Mate Code from obsmatePro.
Where is the full casting guide?
Open the mirror to OBS guide in the product docs.
Related pages
For connecting your own Android device feed into OBS Studio.