Fix OBS Error: Older Interface Version on Ubuntu - Get the AMF Encoder!

Fix OBS Error: Older Interface Version on Ubuntu - Get the AMF Encoder!

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Error Message: Interface Version Older than Expected
3. Checking Firmware Version
4. Creating an Arch Container and Holding Back Packages
5. Entering the Container and Editing Files
6. Changing the Mirror List
7. Updating the Database and Force Downgrading
8. Installing the AMD GPU Driver and OBS
9. Running OBS with the AMF Encoder
10. Pros and Cons
11. Conclusion
12. Resources

Introduction In this article, we will discuss how to resolve an error message that occurs when installing OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) on Ubuntu inside a container. The error message indicates that the interface version is older than expected and the AMF (Advanced Media Framework) encoder does not appear in the encoder settings. We will provide step-by-step instructions on how to sync the firmware and the AMD drivers to resolve this issue and enable the use of the AMF encoder.

Error Message: Interface Version Older than Expected When launching OBS inside the container on Ubuntu, you may encounter an error message stating that the interface version is older than the expected version. This error prevents the AMF encoder from appearing in the encoder settings. To fix this issue, you need to ensure that the firmware and the AMD drivers are in sync with each other.

Checking Firmware Version Before proceeding with the resolution, it is essential to check the firmware version. You can do this by accessing the terminal inside the container and running a command to display the installed version. Make note of the installation date as it will help determine the packages required to be synced.

Creating an Arch Container and Holding Back Packages To keep the packages inside the container on an older version, create an Arch container. This container will allow you to hold back specific packages to maintain compatibility with the firmware. Follow the provided instructions to hold back the packages to a specific date.

Entering the Container and Editing Files Once inside the container, you will need to edit certain files to enable the synchronization of firmware and AMD drivers. The provided instructions guide you through the process of modifying the necessary files, including changing the server and temporarily disabling signature checking.

Changing the Mirror List To ensure that the packages inside the container are from the desired date, you will need to change the mirror list. Comment out the existing mirror list entries and add the appropriate archive that corresponds to the date you want to hold the packages back for.

Updating the Database and Force Downgrading After modifying the mirror list, save the changes and update the database. To force the downgrade to the desired package version, follow the provided command instructions. This will ensure that the packages inside the container are synced with the desired firmware version.

Installing the AMD GPU Driver and OBS Once the synchronization is complete, you can proceed to install the AMD GPU driver and OBS from AUR (Arch User Repository). These packages are crucial for utilizing the AMF encoder. Follow the instructions provided to download and install the necessary packages inside the container.

Running OBS with the AMF Encoder After successfully installing the required packages, you can launch OBS and utilize the AMF encoder. Make sure to confirm that the encoders are available in the settings. If any issues arise, the error message will indicate a version mismatch or an interface version difference.

Pros and Cons

• Pros:

  • Compatibility with the desired firmware version
  • Isolation of potential issues to the container
  • Ability to use both AMF and Mesa drivers

• Cons:

  • Manual maintenance required to keep firmware and drivers in sync
  • Potential breakage if firmware is updated without updating the container packages

Conclusion By following the steps outlined in this article, you can resolve the error message that occurs when installing OBS on Ubuntu inside a container. Synchronizing the firmware and AMD drivers will enable the use of the AMF encoder. Remember to manually update the container packages in case of firmware updates. Enjoy using OBS with the AMF encoders for an enhanced broadcasting experience.

Resources

• Arch User Repository (AUR) - OBS
• Arch User Repository (AUR) - AMD GPU Driver