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NETCAM

Netcam is often a generic name for IP cameras or modules. Devices under this name are typically entry-level and designed for home use. They may be rebranded versions of OEM hardware and are usually compatible with basic RTSP or ONVIF protocols. How to connect to Netcam IP cameras?

Connecting to your Netcam IP camera

Netcam IP camera connection options:
Try the following rtsp connection options in SmartVision to connect to Netcam.

Default IP Address: 192.168.1.188
Default username: admin
Default password: admin

Default RTSP address 10554:
rtsp://admin:admin@192.168.1.188:10554/tcp/av0_0

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Netcam IP camera

Initial setup of IP cameras starts by isolating the device from the main network and connecting it to a separate segment or directly to a laptop to avoid IP conflicts and prevent accidental external access. Identify the factory IP address and default credentials and change them right away. In large systems the same password can be used within an isolated subnet for easier management, but different passwords should be set for remote access.

RTSP Address of Netcam IP camera

RTSP is a standard protocol for streaming video and audio over a network. It lets the camera connect to a recorder or software without vendor apps. The URL usually looks like rtsp://login:password@IP:554/path_to_stream. You can find it in the documentation, the web interface, or with SmartVision or ONVIF Device Manager.







ONVIF vs RTSP: What’s the Difference?

People often confuse ONVIF with video streaming — but ONVIF doesn’t transmit video at all.

Netcam compatible software

Assign a static IP address from a dedicated range, place cameras in a separate VLAN, and block direct Internet access if cloud features are not used. Use SmartVison to find Netcam IP camera on network. Disable UPnP, DDNS, auto-updates, and any unused protocols for security reason. If the camera does not support RTSP, check if you can enable it in settings. Try HTTP streaming if supported. If not, replace the camera with a model that supports RTSP or ONVIF.

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