Configuration and Operation
To view a media stream with VLC
1. Open VLC.
2. From the Media tab, select Open Network Stream. The Open Media screen is displayed.
3. In the Network tab, enter the URL for the stream in the address bar:
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The syntax for entering the URL in the media player for the main stream is:
rtsp://(camera IP address)/(Unicast stream 1) or (Multicast stream 1). For example,
rtsp://192.168.0.250/stream1 for a unicast stream.
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The syntax for entering the URL in the media player for the second stream is: rtsp://(camera
IP address)/(Unicast stream 2) or (Multicast stream 2). For example, rtsp://
192.168.0.250/stream2 for a unicast stream.
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The syntax for entering the URL in the media player for the third stream is:
rtsp://(camera IP address)/(Unicast stream 3) or (Multicast stream 3). For example, rtsp://
192.168.0.250/stream3m for a multicast stream.
Note:
1. It is also possible to change the syntax on the RTSP page, although this is not
2. Verify that the resolution entered in URL string agree with the resolution set in
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VLC Open Media Screen
recommended if the camera is attached to a VMS.
the
Streaming > Video Settings
CB-3304/CB-3308 User and Installation Guide
screen.
March 10, 2019