# IP

Use IP cameras when you need longer cable runs, network distribution, or multiple camera setups. AugeLab Studio supports both **RTSP** (fast, direct stream) and **ONVIF** (device discovery + profiles; typically lower FPS).

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If you can open the stream in VLC (RTSP) or in the vendor tool (ONVIF), you are very close—most remaining issues are credentials, URL format, or subnet/firewall settings.
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<summary>RTSP (recommended for higher FPS)</summary>

Best when you need a higher frame rate and you know the RTSP URL (typical for up to a few cameras per PC, depending on resolution and codec).

**Setup**

1. Connect the camera to your switch/router (Ethernet) and power it on (PoE or adapter).
2. Set/confirm the camera **IP address** (check the vendor tool or camera web UI).
3. Determine the **RTSP URL** (camera manual/vendor UI). Common formats look like:
   * `rtsp://<user>:<pass>@<ip>:554/stream1`
   * `rtsp://<ip>:554/h264/ch1/main/av_stream`
4. In AugeLab Studio, add the **Camera IP** block and paste the RTSP URL.
   * Block reference: [Camera IP](/function-blocks/input-output/image-inputs/camera-ip.md)

![RTSP Camera Usage](/files/VBEEl72MoBdQghQ6r3ko)

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<summary>ONVIF (recommended for discovery and larger setups)</summary>

Use ONVIF if the camera supports it and you prefer device discovery / profiles. ONVIF streams may not reach the same FPS as direct RTSP (depends on camera and network).

**Setup**

1. Connect and power the camera (Ethernet + PoE/adapter).
2. Enable **ONVIF** in the camera settings (vendor UI) and set an ONVIF user if required.
3. In AugeLab Studio, add the **Camera IP (ONVIF)** block and enter:
   * Camera IP
   * Username/password
4. Start acquisition.

![ONVIF Camera Usage](/files/FquaPVywoRml24BNoCgD)

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<summary>Troubleshooting (RTSP/ONVIF)</summary>

* **No connection**: verify PC and camera are on the same subnet; avoid VPN adapters; check Windows firewall.
* **RTSP connects but no image**: try a different stream path (main/sub stream) or switch codec (H.264/H.265) in the camera UI.
* **Stutter**: lower resolution/FPS/bitrate on the camera; prefer wired Ethernet; avoid Wi‑Fi.

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