When it comes to monitoring systems, real-time video streaming is essential. This guide will walk you through the process of NVR stream access using the RTSP unicast method.
Step 1: Disable Stream Encryption
Before you start, ensure that stream encryption is disabled on your NVR’s web interface.
Step 2: Construct the RTSP URL
The format for accessing RTSP unicast streams from your NVR is as follows:
rtsp://username:password@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/ChannelNumber
Examples
- Main Stream Preview for Channel 1: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.10:554/Streaming/Channels/101
- Substream Preview of the First Channel: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.10:554/Streaming/Channels/102
- Third Stream Preview of the First Channel: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.10:554/Streaming/Channels/103
- Main Stream Preview for Channel 12: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.10:554/Streaming/Channels/1201
Real-Time IPC Stream Access & Fetching
For IPC, the process is similar, but the stream URLs are slightly different.
RTSP Unicast Stream Fetch Format:
rtsp://username:password@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/ChannelNumber
Examples:
- URL of the Main Stream: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.64:554/Streaming/Channels/101
- URL of the Substream: rtsp://admin:vk123456@192.168.1.64:554/Streaming/Channels/102
Main and Substream Fetch:
Main Stream Fetch: rtsp://admin:a12345678@192.168.1.64:554/h264/ch1/main/av_stream
Substream Fetch: rtsp://admin:a12345678@192.168.1.64:554/h264/ch1/sub/av_stream
Step 3: Access Real-time Video Streaming
Use an RTSP client compatible with your NVR or IPC to access the stream using the constructed URL. Examples of such clients include VLC Media Player, GStreamer, or custom applications that support RTSP streaming.
Troubleshooting Tips
- Check Network Connectivity: Ensure that your NVR or IPC is connected to the network.
- Verify Credentials: Make sure you are using the correct username and password.
- Check RTSP Client Compatibility: Ensure your RTSP client supports the required protocols.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can successfully fetch real-time preview streams from your NVR recorder or IPC. Remember to keep your video security surveillance system’s firmware up to date for optimal performance and security.
