Advanced Suggestions for Properly Connecting your IP Camera (RTSP/HTTP streams)

This guide will help you connect your IP cameras to both Windows and Android devices. Follow the steps below to set up your cameras for seamless streaming.

Prerequisites

• IP Camera: Ensure your IP camera is properly installed and configured.

• Network Connection: The device running our software must be connected to the same local network as the IP camera.

• Login Credentials: Have the camera's username and password readily available.

• IP Address: Know your camera's IP address. This can typically be found in the camera's settings or documentation.

Understanding Stream Types

IP cameras typically offer two types of streams:

1. RTSP (Real-Time Streaming Protocol)

   • Commonly used for video streaming.

   • Requires H.264 format for compatibility.

2. HTTP

   • Used for web-based video streams.

   • Requires MJPEG format for compatibility.

Note: Our software supports both RTSP and HTTP streams on Windows devices. On Android devices, only HTTP streams are supported.

Building the Stream URL

The stream URL allows our software to access the video feed from your IP camera. The general formats are:

RTSP Stream URL (for Windows):

rtsp://[username]:[password]@[IP_address]:[port]/[stream_path]

HTTP Stream URL (for Windows and Android):

http://[username]:[password]@[IP_address]:[port]/[stream_path]

Parameter Explanation:

• [username]: Your camera's login username.

• [password]: Your camera's login password.

• [IP_address]: The IP address of your camera (e.g., 192.168.1.100).

• [port]: The port number (RTSP default is 554; HTTP default is 80).

• [stream_path]: The specific path to the camera's video stream. This varies by manufacturer (e.g., /cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0).

Example RTSP URL:

rtsp://admin:12345@192.168.1.100:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0

Example HTTP URL:

http://admin:12345@192.168.1.100:80/videostream.cgi

Connecting on Windows Devices

Step 1: Open the DISPL Player

• Launch the software on your Windows device.

Step 2: Navigate to IP Camera Settings

• Go to Devices > Camera > Camera Option to IP Camera.

Step 3: Choose Stream Type

• Go to Devices > Camera > IP Camera Settings.

• Select either RTSP or HTTP as the stream type.

  • RTSP is recommended for higher quality streams.

  • HTTP is useful if RTSP is not supported by your camera.

Step 4: Enter the Stream URL

• Enter the constructed stream URL into the designated field.

Step 5: Save and Test Connection

• Click Save or Apply.

• Test the connection to ensure the video feed appears correctly.

Connecting on Android Devices

Note: Only HTTP streams are supported on Android devices.

Step 1: Open Our Software

• Launch the software on your Android device.

Step 2: Navigate to IP Camera Settings

• Go to Devices > Camera > Camera Option to IP Camera.

Step 3: Choose HTTP as the Stream Type

• Ensure that HTTP is selected.

Step 4: Enter the HTTP Stream URL

• Enter the constructed HTTP stream URL into the designated field.

Step 5: Save and Test Connection

• Tap Save or Apply.

• Test the connection to confirm that the video feed is displaying.

Additional Notes

• Authentication: Including your username and password in the stream URL allows for automatic authentication, avoiding manual entry each time.

• Stream Formats:

  • RTSP: Ensure the camera's RTSP stream is configured to H.264 format.

  • HTTP: Ensure the camera's HTTP stream is configured to MJPEG format.

• Ports:

  • The default RTSP port is 554.

  • The default HTTP port is 80.

  • These are standard but can be changed in your camera's settings if necessary.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Video Feed Not Appearing:

  • Verify that the device and camera are on the same local network.

  • Check the stream URL for any typos.

  • Ensure the correct port number is being used.

• Authentication Issues:

  • Confirm that the username and password are correct.

  • If you don't include them in the URL, be prepared to enter them when prompted.

• Unsupported Stream Format:

  • Confirm that the camera's stream format matches the requirements (H.264 for RTSP, MJPEG for HTTP).

• Network Connectivity:

  • Check your network connection and ensure there are no firewall restrictions blocking the stream.