The Real-TimeStreaming Protocol (RTSP)[RFC2326] is used fortransferring real-time multimedia data, including audio and video, between aserver and a client. It is a streamingprotocol, which means it attempts to facilitate scenarios in which themultimedia data is being simultaneously transferred and rendered; that is,video is displayed, and audio is played.
The entity that sends the RTSP request that initiates thesession is referred as the client, and the entity that responds to that requestis referred to as the server. Typically, the multimedia data flows from theserver to the client. RTSP also allows multimedia data to flow in the oppositedirection. However, the extensions defined in this specification were notdesigned for such scenarios.
Clients can send RTSP requests to the server requestinginformation on contentbefore a session is established. The information that the server returns isformatted by using a syntax specified by the Session Description Protocol(SDP)[RFC4566].
Clients use RTSP requests to control the session and torequest that the server perform actions, such as starting or stopping the flowof multimedia data. Each request has a corresponding RTSP response that is sentin the opposite direction. Servers can also send RTSP requests to clients, forexample, to inform them that the session state has changed.
If TCP is used to exchange RTSP requests and responses, themultimedia data can also be transferred over the same TCP connection.Otherwise, the multimedia data is transferred over UDP.
This specification defines extensions to RTSP, SDP, RTP, andRTCP that enable the delivery of multimedia data that is encapsulated in Advanced Systems Format (ASF)packets [ASF].
What is Real Time Streaming Protocol(RTSP) and how does it relate to Security Cameras? The Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a network control protocol designed for use in entertainment and communications systems to control streaming media servers.
A DESCRIBE request includes an RTSP URL (rtsp://...), and the type of reply data that can be handled. This reply includes the presentation description, typically in Session Description Protocol (SDP) format. Among other things, the presentation description lists the media streams controlled with the aggregate URL.
Remote 4 is designed to view your RTSP Cameras on real time, while at the same time having buttons that send HTTP/HTTPS requests to, for example, open a garage door or turn a light on.
Most of the time you can find your RTSP URL on the camera's user manual. Another way to find out your RTSP stream URL is by contacting your provider's customer support team.
When To Use The RTSP Protocol. RTSP can greatly assist with ONVIF compatibility for security cameras. It offers the option of an alternate audio and video stream if ONVIF is incompatible with a security device. This typically happens when a user attempts to utilize an IP camera with a third-party recorder.
The best way to determine if an IP camera supports RTSP is to check the specifications and user manual provided by the manufacturer. Look for terms like “RTSP,” “streaming protocols,” or “video streaming.”
Click on Open Network Stream. 3. Select RTSP under Protocol within the Network tab, then add the URL. This will be the RTSP stream of the camera in question.
Example URL: rtsp://admin:[email protected]:554/Streaming/Channels/101 will bring up mainstream for channel 1, where admin is the username and 12345 is the password.
The Real-Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a tried-and-true video technology. It's used to control audio/video transmission between two endpoints and facilitate the transportation of low-latency streaming content across the internet.
Click on Open Network Stream. 3. Select RTSP under Protocol within the Network tab, then add the URL. This will be the RTSP stream of the camera in question.
From the Media menu select “Open Network Stream” (Ctrl+N).In the text field enter the URL of the video/audio stream from the device. You might get a prompt to enter authorization credentials. Make sure to use the same credentials also when adding the device in the Management Client.
After the two forward slashes the first word USER will be replaced with your username that you use to log into the camera followed by a colon. The second word PASSWORD will be replaced with the password you use to log into the camera.
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