Configuring Multicast; Configuring Rtsp - HIKVISION Digital Video Recorder User Manual

System) software (e.g., iVMS-4200) is installed, and the Alarm Host Port must be the same as the alarm
monitoring port configured in the software (default port is 7200).
4. Click the Apply button to save and exit the interface.

9.2.7 Configuring Multicast

Purpose:
The multicast can be configured to realize live view for more than 128 cameras through network.
A multicast address spans the Class-D IP range of 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255. It is recommended to use the IP
address ranging from 239.252.0.0 to 239.255.255.255.
Steps:
1. Enter the Network Settings interface.
Menu > Configuration > Network
2. Select the More Settings tab to enter the More Settings interface.
3. Set Multicast IP. When adding a device to the CMS (Client Management System) software, the multicast
address must be the same as the DVR's multicast IP.
4. Click the Apply button to save and exit the interface.

9.2.8 Configuring RTSP

Purpose:
The RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) is a network control protocol designed for using in entertainment and
communications systems to control streaming media servers.
Steps:
1. Enter the Network Settings menu:
Menu > Configuration > Network
2. Select the More Settings tab to enter the More Settings menu.
User Manual of Digital Video Recorder
Figure 9. 20 Configure Alarm Host
Figure 9. 21 Configure Multicast
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