RTSP Stream

Configuring the RTSP Streaming Link

Step-by-Step Guide

Access the RTSP Link

  1. Open your camera’s mobile app.

  2. Navigate to Settings → Local Application → RTSP.

  3. Copy the RTSP streaming URL provided and save it securely for future reference.


Making Your RTSP Stream Accessible Externally

To view your camera's RTSP stream remotely, configure your network's router settings as follows:

Step 1: Find Your Camera’s Local IP Address

  • Check your camera app settings or your router's connected-device list (DHCP table) for the camera's IP address.

Step 2: Access Your Router’s Web Interface

  • Open a browser and enter your router’s IP address (commonly 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1).

  • If uncertain, consult your router’s manual or manufacturer's website.

Step 3: Log into the Router

  • Enter your router’s login credentials (username/password).

  • If unknown, refer to your router’s documentation or ISP support.

Step 4: Navigate to Port Forwarding Settings

  • Locate settings labeled "Port Forwarding," "Virtual Server," or similar in your router interface.

Step 5: Create a New Port Forwarding Rule Enter the following information clearly:

  • External Port: Select an available port (e.g., 558, 559, or 560). (Avoid port 554 as some networks restrict it.)

  • Internal IP Address: Enter your camera’s IP from Step 1.

  • Internal Port: Use the RTSP port for your camera (e.g., 558 or 559).

  • Protocol: TCP, UDP, or Both (depending on your camera’s specifications).

Step 6: Apply Changes

  • Save and apply settings. Reboot your router if necessary.

Step 7: Confirm Port Forwarding

  • Use a trusted online Port Checker tool to verify the port forwarding status.

Step 8: Identify Your Public IP

  • Visit What Is My IP from the same network as your camera to obtain your public IP address.

Step 9: Update RTSP URL for External Access

  • Replace the local IP in your RTSP URL with your public IP address: Example:

    rtsp://admin:111111@your-public-ip-address:559/live/ch0

If your public IP frequently changes, setting up a Dynamic DNS ensures consistent access:

  • Register with a Dynamic DNS provider (e.g., No-IP).

  • Configure your router to sync automatically with the DDNS service. (Refer to provider instructions.)

  • Update your RTSP URL, replacing the public IP with your DDNS address: Example:

    rtsp://admin:[email protected]:559/live/ch0

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