Applies to Models: Any Device that produces an RTSP stream

Summary

This article reviews different methods of using VLC to pull RTSP streams from devices. 

NOTE: RTSP does not have a Standardized format. This article is using Hanwha-based RTSP URLs.

Unicast or Multicast URLs

1. Open VLC.
   

   NOTE: To use multicasting on a network, your Network Switches must be designed for 
   Multicasting.

2. Select Media > Open Network Stream > Network.
   
   
3. Enter the RTSP URL.
   
   

   NOTE: All RTSP URLs shown are for Hanwha cameras. Check with your Camera Manufacturer 
   for their proper URL. The Hanwha URLs are listed in the help article: 
   What are the RTSP URLs of Hanwha Devices?

4. Click Play.
   
   
   
   
5. Enter username and password.
   
   

The Multicast appears in the URL on the screen.

NOTE: Unicast streams are the same instructions as above, but without the term
multicast in the url. Formatted Hanwha RTSP URLs are listed in the help article:
What are the RTSP URLs of Hanwha Devices?

Using UDP with VLC

1. Open VLC.
   
   
2. Select Tools > Preferences.
   
   
3. Enter Demuxer in the Search box.
   
   
4. Expand the category Demuxer.
   
   
5. Select RTP/RTSP.
   
   
6. De-select the checkbock by Use RTP over RTSP(TCP).
   
   
7. Click Save.

NOTE: When troubleshooting video issues, it may be necessary to test video from the 
camera via UDP.