Stream 2ser live on your PC, Mac or Linux-based system
To stream 2ser, you will need certain software installed. There are 56 kbps, 96 kbps and 128 kbps mp3 streams which are playable on a range of freely available players.
2ser relies on listener subscriptions to stay on air, and to continue streaming. If you enjoy the service please subscribe.
Stream 2ser on a PC
Use either Windows Media Player (version 9 and above) or iTunes.
First try clicking this link:
Windows Stream
If that doesn't automatically open you media player and start streaming, try the below.
To use Windows Media Player:
Open Windows Media Player, click File/Open URL and paste one the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
To use iTunes on a PC:
Open iTunes, click Advanced/Open URL and paste one of the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
If you still have trouble, see our Troubleshooting section below.
Stream 2ser on a Mac
First try clicking this link:
Mac Stream
If that doesn't automatically open you media player and start streaming, try the below.
Open iTunes, click Advanced/Open Audio Stream and paste one of the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
Stream 2ser on a Linux system
The following programs stream 2ser on a Linux system:
• Amarok
• Mplayer
• Rhythmbox
• VLC Media Player
• Xmms
Open your selected program, copy one of the following URLs and paste it into the stream URL field of your chosen program:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
If these links don't work, try this URL:
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
Troubleshooting:
Occasionally some people will have trouble playing back these audio streams. If this is you, here are some things to check:
* Check that you are currently connected to the internet.
* Check that you have one of the above players, or a software media player that will play back an mp3 stream, installed.
* Are you at work? There is a good chance that your work's security arrangements (firewalls etc.) are blocking the audio stream. You may have to consult your employer's IT personnel if you are unsure.
* Have you tried pasting the following links into your player? Usually each player has a menu item called "open stream", "open URL", "open network", "open audio stream" or something similar. Find this and try one or both of these links:
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
or
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
* If you are still having trouble, email stream@2ser.com. Please remember to mention which Operating System you are using, and which of the above programs you have tried.
2ser Podcasts
You can also podcast a number of 2ser programs: 2ser.com/podcasts.
To stream 2ser, you will need certain software installed. There are 56 kbps, 96 kbps and 128 kbps mp3 streams which are playable on a range of freely available players.
2ser relies on listener subscriptions to stay on air, and to continue streaming. If you enjoy the service please subscribe.
Stream 2ser on a PC
Use either Windows Media Player (version 9 and above) or iTunes.
First try clicking this link:
Windows Stream
If that doesn't automatically open you media player and start streaming, try the below.
To use Windows Media Player:
Open Windows Media Player, click File/Open URL and paste one the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
To use iTunes on a PC:
Open iTunes, click Advanced/Open URL and paste one of the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
If you still have trouble, see our Troubleshooting section below.
Stream 2ser on a Mac
First try clicking this link:
Mac Stream
If that doesn't automatically open you media player and start streaming, try the below.
Open iTunes, click Advanced/Open Audio Stream and paste one of the following URLs:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
Stream 2ser on a Linux system
The following programs stream 2ser on a Linux system:
• Amarok
• Mplayer
• Rhythmbox
• VLC Media Player
• Xmms
Open your selected program, copy one of the following URLs and paste it into the stream URL field of your chosen program:
56 kbps (dial up/slow connection)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=56
96 kbps (broadband)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=96
128 kbps (high speed cable/ADSL)
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
If these links don't work, try this URL:
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
Troubleshooting:
Occasionally some people will have trouble playing back these audio streams. If this is you, here are some things to check:
* Check that you are currently connected to the internet.
* Check that you have one of the above players, or a software media player that will play back an mp3 stream, installed.
* Are you at work? There is a good chance that your work's security arrangements (firewalls etc.) are blocking the audio stream. You may have to consult your employer's IT personnel if you are unsure.
* Have you tried pasting the following links into your player? Usually each player has a menu item called "open stream", "open URL", "open network", "open audio stream" or something similar. Find this and try one or both of these links:
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.mp3?src=1&kbps=128
or
http://stream.2ser.com:8080/broadwave.asx?src=1&kbps=128
* If you are still having trouble, email stream@2ser.com. Please remember to mention which Operating System you are using, and which of the above programs you have tried.
2ser Podcasts
You can also podcast a number of 2ser programs: 2ser.com/podcasts.
