When using load-intensive NV Play Cricket for Windows features such as live scoring, video capture, and live streaming, even high-specification computers might experience slowdowns in some environments (for example, at high temperatures or when using slow network speeds).
To ensure optimal performance of your PC, consider the following recommendations:
- Use the Best PC Hardware Available: Always use the most powerful laptop or desktop PC available to you.
- Keep Windows Updated: Regularly install all Windows updates, especially before match day, to ensure the system is up to date.
- Update Device Drivers: Check the manufacturer's website frequently for device driver updates, particularly for Display Adapters (graphics cards), as Windows Updates may not always include the latest versions.
- Use a Hard-wired Internet Connection: A wired connection is preferred over Wi-Fi, which can be unreliable.
- Ensure Sufficient Network Speed: A minimum dedicated network upload speed of 10 Mbps is recommended, but ideally, this should be higher. At a minimum, the upload speed should be twice the bitrate set in the Live Streaming Configuration, if streaming.
- Keep Laptops Plugged In: Always connect your laptop to mains power while scoring and streaming to avoid power-related performance issues.
- Avoid Running the Live Stream Locally: Do not play the live stream in a web browser (e.g., YouTube or Match Centre) on the same computer that is capturing video.
- Limit Other Applications: Run only the NV Play Cricket software while scoring and streaming; avoid running additional applications to reduce CPU load.
- Use High-Performance Power Settings: Select the Windows High-Performance power plan to maximise system performance.
- Maintain Proper Cooling: Regularly clean your computer's fans and vents and ensure adequate ventilation while scoring and streaming to prevent overheating.
By following these best practices, you can enhance the performance and reliability of your computer during live scoring and streaming.