Documentation/Integration/Camera Integration

Camera Integration

Connect IP cameras, RTSP streams, and security systems

Easy Setup⏱️ 5-10 minutes📹 500+ camera models supported

🚀 Quick Start (5 minutes)

1

Find Camera IP

Check camera settings or router admin panel

2

Get Credentials

Username and password for camera access

3

Build RTSP URL

Use format for your camera brand

4

Add to Perimi

Paste URL in dashboard and start monitoring

Camera URL Formats

Hikvision

EasyPort 554
rtsp://[username:password@]192.168.1.100:554/Streaming/Channels/101

Note: Channel 1 = 101, Channel 2 = 201, etc.

Dahua

EasyPort 554
rtsp://[username:password@]192.168.1.100:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1

Note: Main stream = channel=1, Sub stream = channel=1&subtype=1

Axis

EasyPort 554
rtsp://[username:password@]192.168.1.100/axis-media/media.amp

Note: Some models use different paths, check camera documentation

Reolink

EasyPort 554
rtsp://[username:password@]192.168.1.100:554/h264Preview_01_main

Note: Main = h264Preview_01_main, Sub = h264Preview_01_sub

Amcrest

EasyPort 554
rtsp://[username:password@]192.168.1.100:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0

Note: Same format as Dahua (OEM relationship)

URL Format Notes

  • • Replace [username:password@] with your actual credentials
  • • Replace 192.168.1.100 with your camera's IP address
  • • Remove brackets [ ] when entering actual values
  • • Some cameras may use different ports or paths - check your manual

Setup Methods

Desktop Agent (Recommended)

Automatically discovers cameras on your local network

Setup Steps:

  1. 1Download and install Perimi Desktop Agent
  2. 2Run network scan to discover cameras
  3. 3Select cameras to connect
  4. 4Agent handles streaming to cloud
Pros:
  • Auto-discovery
  • No port forwarding needed
  • Always-on streaming
Cons:
  • •Requires desktop/server computer
Platforms:
WindowsmacOSLinux

Mobile App Discovery

Use your phone to discover and connect local cameras

Setup Steps:

  1. 1Install Perimi mobile app
  2. 2Connect to same WiFi as cameras
  3. 3Use QR code or IP scan to discover
  4. 4Configure streaming through mobile gateway
Pros:
  • Quick setup
  • QR code support
  • Mobile-friendly
Cons:
  • •Limited to local network
  • •Phone must stay connected
Platforms:
iOSAndroid

Cloud Direct

Connect cameras directly to Perimi cloud

Setup Steps:

  1. 1Configure port forwarding on router
  2. 2Get camera's public IP address
  3. 3Add stream URL in Perimi dashboard
  4. 4Verify connection and start monitoring
Pros:
  • No agent needed
  • Works from anywhere
Cons:
  • •Requires port forwarding
  • •Security considerations
Platforms:
Any

Common Issues & Solutions

🔍 Camera Not Found

  • Check camera is powered on and connected to network
  • Verify IP address in router admin panel
  • Try pinging the camera IP address
  • Check if camera is using DHCP or static IP

🔐 Authentication Failed

  • Verify username and password are correct
  • Check for special characters in password
  • Try accessing camera web interface first
  • Enable RTSP in camera settings

📶 Stream Quality Issues

  • Lower camera resolution and bitrate
  • Reduce frame rate (15 FPS is usually sufficient)
  • Check network bandwidth and WiFi signal
  • Use wired connection if possible

🔧 Advanced Configuration

  • Set up static IP addresses for cameras
  • Configure separate VLAN for cameras
  • Enable H.264 codec for compatibility
  • Use main stream for recording, sub stream for viewing

Next Steps

Once your cameras are connected, configure detection zones and alert preferences.

Configure Detection ZonesSet Up Alerts
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