How to create DASH manifests

Open Source encoders and packagers like FFmpeg and MP4Box DASH can be used to generate DASH (test) content that covers a wide range of DASH features. A few resources on the web that document how to use these tools is gathered in the following:

• DASH support in MP4Box
• Radiant Media Player: Working with MP4Box
• MPEG-DASH Content Generation with MP4Box and x264
• MPEG-DASH with FFmpeg

The content generation, specifically audio/video bitrate selection can be guided using the instructions here.