OBS Recordings stops after 30secs automatically

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loganfreeman

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I would like to use OBS but it always stops the recordings after 3secs. I checked if I have enough space.477GB should be enough.Also my computer can work with it.I followed the advises from chatgpt: except re-installing I did everything. My computer CPU was by 23% when OBS and the game Schedule I was running. I have 16GB Ram and a nvidia Geforce GTX 1060 6GB. It is not the newest PC but it should work fine. I need some help please.

If your OBS Studio recordings stop after 30 seconds without you setting a time limit, here are some possible reasons and fixes:


1. Storage Issues​


  • Check if your drive has enough free space. If your drive is full, OBS might stop recording.
  • Go to Settings > Output > Recording Path and ensure it's saving to a drive with enough space.

2. Encoder Overload​


  • If your system can't handle the recording settings, OBS may stop automatically. Try lowering the settings:
    • Go to Settings > Output > Recording and change Encoder to Software (x264) if it's set to hardware.
    • Lower the Bitrate (e.g., 3000-5000 kbps for 1080p).
    • Reduce Output Resolution in Settings > Video (try 1280x720 instead of 1920x1080).

3. Hotkey Conflict​


  • Check if you have a hotkey set to stop recording after 30 seconds.
    • Go to Settings > Hotkeys and check for any unintended hotkeys.

4. Auto-Stop in Advanced Settings​


  • Go to Settings > Advanced and look for any auto-stop or buffer settings that might be limiting the duration.

5. Recording Format Issue​


  • If using FLV or MKV, try switching to MP4 or vice versa.
    • Go to Settings > Output > Recording Format and change the format.

6. Overheating or CPU Throttling​


  • If your PC gets too hot, it might throttle performance and cause OBS to stop.
  • Monitor CPU/GPU temperatures using Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc) or software like HWMonitor.

7. Windows Power Settings​


  • If your PC is set to power-saving mode, it might limit OBS performance.
    • Go to Control Panel > Power Options and set to High Performance.

8. Corrupted OBS Installation​


  • If none of the above works, try reinstalling OBS.
    • Uninstall OBS and delete the %appdata%\obs-studio folder before reinstalling.
 
PaiSand

PaiSand

Active Member
Look inside Tools menu if you have inadvertently set a timer. The default value is 30 seconds, so you may have activated it.
 
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loganfreeman

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next problem is with mic recording audio.when i am close to the mic you can hear me loud and clear when i sit just straight in the seat further away i am very silent. But when I use steam for recording there i don't have this problem. Mic volume is on max
 
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