Overview
If your camera doesn't properly implement ONVIF standards or is a closed camera, you can manually specify the RTSP profile in the Coram web app.
Understanding the RTSP URL Format
Coram Point establishes a connection with your cameras using an RTSP URL, in the following format:
rtsp://username:password@cameraIP:port/camera_specific_path
username: Your camera's username.
password: Your camera's password.
cameraIP: The IP address of your camera.
port: The port number for RTSP streaming (default is often 554).
camera_specific_path: The specific path required by your camera to access the stream.
For most cameras, you don’t need to worry about the specifics of this URL, and you can leave the camera_specific_path field empty. Coram Point will automatically discover this RTSP URL for ONVIF cameras based on the username and password you provided.
However, in some cases, vendors don’t support the automatic detection of the camera_specific_path. In such situations, you can manually specify this value to ensure your cameras are correctly set up.
Example
If your camera requires a specific path, such as /data/live/feed_1, you can set this in the RTSP URL:
rtsp://username:password@cameraIP:port/data/live/feed_1
By specifying the camera_specific_path, Coram Point can establish the correct connection to your camera's video stream.
Adding Cameras Using an RTSP URL
Before you begin, you need to connect the camera to your Coram Point. For detailed instructions, refer to Manually Connecting Cameras to Coram Point.
Access the Coram web app and log in to your Coram account.
From the main navigation menu, select Devices.
The Cameras tab is selected by default.
From the list, find the camera you want to configure and click the corresponding Settings button.
Disable the Auto set RTSP URL toggle switch.
To add the RTSP URL, click the padlock icon. Type or paste the URL, then click the checkmark icon to confirm your changes.
To add the camera, click Save.
Verify that the camera feed appears correctly in your dashboard.
Tip: If you're unsure of your camera's RTSP URL, consult the camera's documentation or refer to Resources for Finding RTSP URLs.
Resources for Finding RTSP URLs
If you need assistance finding the RTSP URL for your camera, these databases can help:
IPCamLive RTSP URL Database:
SCW's Complete RTSP Stream List:
These resources provide RTSP URL formats for a wide range of camera models and brands.