Stream to 3D Documentation

Start here if you are installing Stream to 3D, trying your first 3D playback, setting up a player or headset, or troubleshooting a result that does not look right yet.

Device presets and compatibility

The Configuration Wizard includes named VR and XR devices to apply the manufacturer's nominal per-eye display resolution. Selecting a device does not connect it, configure its software or guarantee every viewing route.

• Direct real-time streaming: requires a compatible media player on the headset and a working connection from the PC.
• Desktop viewing: works when the headset or XR glasses can show the Windows desktop through a suitable built-in or third-party desktop-to-XR route and interpret the selected SBS or TB layout.
• Converted files: are device-independent; the target device only needs a compatible 3D media player for the generated file and layout.

Use Settings > Wizard for current device and resolution setup. Older Virtual Desktop and Bigscreen Stream to 3D configuration files are no longer required, although both applications remain valid ways to view the converted Windows desktop in a headset.

Just installed?

If setup opened this documentation page automatically, start with Welcome to Stream to 3D. It covers where Gumroad and Itch.io installs place the app, how Steam differs, first launch full-screen mode, setup expectations and support routes.

• Welcome to Stream to 3D - first launch and post-install guidance.
• Installation - installer, licence key and supporting component setup.

Stream to 3D covers several different viewing setups, so the best route depends on what you want to do: watch a 2D video file immediately, stream a video file to another device, convert a video file for later viewing, use a Live Source, or tune the output for specific hardware. For a first test, start with a familiar 2D video file; Live Sources are an additional option for a PC screen, camera or capture device.

One of the main strengths of Stream to 3D is real-time 2D-to-3D playback on modest Windows hardware. You do not need a high-end GPU just to begin, but output resolution, frame rate, source material and viewing mode still matter.

First use

• Welcome to Stream to 3D - find the app after install and understand first launch.
• Installation - install Stream to 3D and required components.
• Hardware and software requirements - check the Windows PC and viewing setup.
• Settings - understand the main controls before changing advanced options.
• Playback - open a 2D video and watch it in 3D.

Choose a workflow

• Play - real-time 3D viewing without making a separate file first.
• Stream - send the 3D view to another compatible player or device.
• Convert - create a 3D video file for later playback.
• Live sources - use supported screen, webcam or capture-device sources.

Viewing setups and examples

• Full-resolution examples - inspect example 3D output.
• 3D depth effect examples - compare depth behaviour and output choices.
• Streaming with Kodi - example streaming recipe.
• Virtual Desktop audio setup - avoid echoing audio from the primary display.
• VLC playback and resume settings - player setup notes.
• PotPlayer playback and resume settings - player setup notes.

When something looks wrong

• User FAQ & Troubleshooting - common post-purchase questions and fixes.
• Tools and dependencies checklist - verify supporting components.
• It looks wrong - start here for incorrect depth, layout or viewing mode.
• Streaming first checks - narrow down network and player setup issues.
• Performance primer - understand frame rate, resolution, PC load and lower-hardware tuning.

Accounts, billing and diagnostics

• Licensing and activation - activation and store-related checks.
• Billing, cancellation and refunds - store-specific billing routes.
• Error codes - look up LVE error codes.
• Logs and diagnostics - gather useful details before contacting support.

Privacy and local processing

Stream to 3D is intended for your own video and viewing setup. Video processing happens on your Windows PC. For website and software policy information, see the Privacy Policy and Software Download Terms and Conditions.

Need help?

If the documentation does not answer your question, use the Support page for Discord, email and diagnostic guidance.