topic blue-iris-rtsp-setup RTSP URL & Camera Test
Test your topic blue-iris-rtsp-setup camera stream instantly: paste the RTSP URL below to check reachability, codec, and resolution from our servers. The topic blue-iris-rtsp-setup uses RTSP path pattern rtsp:// and supports ONVIF at /onvif/device_service.
topic RTSP URL pattern
The RTSP URL pattern for topic blue-iris-rtsp-setup cameras:
rtsp://<user>:<pass>@<ip>:554/stream
Replace <user>, <pass>, and <ip>
with your camera's credentials and IP address. Never leave default credentials
unchanged — update them and use CamCheck below to verify the stream.
Default ports
- ONVIF: 80
- RTSP: 554
ONVIF path
topic cameras support ONVIF at /onvif/device_service. Use an ONVIF
client (e.g. ONVIF Device Manager) to discover and configure the camera.
Test your topic camera stream
Paste your topic RTSP URL below (use your real IP and credentials). StreamProbe will connect from our servers to verify reachability, detect codec and resolution, and confirm the stream is live — no software required.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add an RTSP camera to Blue Iris?
In Blue Iris, click Add Camera > Network IP > Generic/ONVIF or Manual RTSP. Enter the camera IP, RTSP URL (e.g., rtsp://admin:pass@192.168.1.100:554/stream), and credentials. Use ONVIF for auto-discovery. Set the main stream for recording, sub-stream for live view.
What RTSP URL format does Blue Iris use?
Blue Iris accepts any standard RTSP URL: rtsp://user:password@camera-ip:port/stream-path. Select the correct camera make in the dropdown (Hikvision, Dahua, etc.) and Blue Iris will auto-fill the RTSP path template. You can also enter a custom RTSP URL manually.