Audio Broadcast in Webex Events (Classic)

When you schedule large events, you have the choice of choosing what audio options you would like to use, and you can offer your participants the option of hearing a one-way audio broadcast through their computer speakers.

Set up Audio Broadcast

1. Scroll down to the Audio Conference Settings section on the Schedule an Event page.
2. Using the drop-down menu, choose the type of conference that you would like to attend.
3. Make sure that the audio broadcast check box is checked in order to provide audio to attendees.

Play or Stop Audio Broadcast

When you are using audio broadcasting, you are listening to the event audio through the speakers on your computer. The teleconference can be joined by requesting to be included in the call. In other words, you won’t be able to communicate unless you use non-verbal tools like feedback, chat, and question and answer sessions.

1. It is important to select Audio Broadcast if audio broadcasting is available for your event.

2. To begin the broadcast, select the Play button.

3. The broadcast can be paused by selecting the Pause option.

4. When the audio broadcast has been stopped, the Audio Broadcast dialog box will close and the audio broadcast will be stopped.

• Select the audio broadcast option for your event if it is enabled for audio broadcasting.

There will be a dialog box that appears entitled Audio Broadcast.

• To begin the broadcast, select the Play button.
• The broadcast can be paused by selecting the Pause option.
• When the audio broadcast has been stopped, the Audio Broadcast dialog box will close and the audio broadcast will be stopped.

Frequently Asked Questions about Audio Broadcasting

What is the capacity for Audio Broadcast?

A Webex Event plan that supports a maximum of 3000 users is called the 3000 plan.

It is recommended to choose a Webex Events plan with a 1,000 participant capacity.

Which service does Audio Broadcast support?

The classic version of Webex is the only version available for events

Does Audio Broadcast support a mixed mode or hybrid audio conference?

Yes. There is a connection type that is determined by the meeting role. There are two methods of joining a meeting via PSTN or VoIP. These methods are used by hosts, presenters and panelists. Attendees join the meeting by using the Audio Broadcasting feature at the start of the meeting (unless they are promoted to full speaking rights later on).

Does Audio Broadcast support third-party audio bridges?

Yes

How do I use UDP transport for Audio Broadcast sessions?

In order to receive audio broadcasts, you must use port 443 on TCP.

Can you use Audio Broadcast over dial-up connections?

In order to use Webex, a connection with a minimum bandwidth of 2Mbps is required.

What information do I need when reporting a teleconference issue?

If there is a problem with the telephone system, you must report it within 24 hours of the time of occurrence. It is recommended that you consult the report a teleconference issue section for more information.

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