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Camera Setup Guide

Find Your Camera's RTSP URL

RTSP (Real-Time Streaming Protocol) is how IP cameras transmit video over a network. You'll need your camera's RTSP URL to stream to YouTube through CamTuber.

WiFi / Ethernet
30+ Brands
RTSP / ONVIF

General Tips for Finding RTSP URLs

Before diving into brand-specific instructions, here are some universal methods that work with most cameras.

Check the Camera Manual

The RTSP URL format is usually documented in your camera's user manual or quick start guide. Look for sections about "network streaming" or "RTSP settings".

Camera Web Interface

Log into your camera's web interface (usually by typing the camera's IP address in a browser). Navigate to Network Settings or Streaming Settings to find the RTSP URL.

Manufacturer's Mobile App

Many cameras have companion apps that display network information including the RTSP URL. Check the camera settings within the app.

Use ONVIF Device Manager

If your camera supports ONVIF protocol, download ONVIF Device Manager (free Windows software) to automatically discover your camera's RTSP endpoint.

Search by Model Number

Google your exact camera model followed by "RTSP URL" to find the specific format for your device.

Common Ports

RTSP typically uses port 554 (standard), 8554 (alternative), or manufacturer-specific ports. If one doesn't work, try the others.

Understanding RTSP URL Format

Most RTSP URLs follow this basic structure:

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

Your camera's login username (often "admin")

[password]

Your camera's login password

[ip_address]

The local IP address of your camera (e.g., 192.168.1.100)

[port]

The RTSP port (usually 554)

[stream_path]

The path to the video stream (varies by manufacturer)

Select Your Camera Brand

Choose your camera manufacturer below to see the specific RTSP URL format and step-by-step instructions.

Professional / Enterprise
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Home / Consumer
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Limited RTSP Support
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Hikvision

World's largest video surveillance manufacturer

Professional / Enterprise
Default Port
554
Default Credentials
admin / [your password]

RTSP URL Formats

Main Stream
rtsp://admin:password@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101

High quality stream, full resolution

Sub Stream
rtsp://admin:password@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/102

Lower quality, uses less bandwidth

Third Stream
rtsp://admin:password@IP:554/Streaming/Channels/103

Mobile-optimized stream

For NVR channels, use: /Streaming/Channels/[channel][stream] where channel 1 main = 101, channel 2 main = 201, etc.

Setup Steps

  1. 1Find your camera's IP address in the Hik-Connect app or your router's device list
  2. 2Open a web browser and navigate to the camera's IP address
  3. 3Log in with your admin credentials
  4. 4Go to Configuration → Network → Advanced Settings → Platform Access
  5. 5Make sure "Enable" is checked for RTSP streaming
  6. 6Optionally disable stream encryption for better compatibility

Troubleshooting

  • •If stream fails, ensure RTSP authentication is set to "digest/basic" in Network settings
  • •Check that the camera firmware is up to date
  • •Verify port 554 is not blocked by your firewall

Helpful Tools

These free tools can help you discover and test RTSP URLs

ONVIF Device Manager

Windows

Scans your network for ONVIF cameras and displays their RTSP URLs automatically. Best first option for discovering unknown URLs.

Download

VLC Media Player

Windows, macOS, Linux

Test your RTSP URL by opening Media → Open Network Stream. If VLC plays it, CamTuber can stream it.

Download

iSpy Camera Database

Web

Search by camera brand and model to find the exact RTSP URL format for your device.

Download

Found Your RTSP URL?

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