RTSP Setup Guide

Hanwha Vision RTSP Setup

For a compatible Hanwha Wisenet IP camera, use /profileN/media.smp with its local account and configured RTSP port, usually 554. Choose the profile number from the camera settings; profile numbers do not guarantee a particular resolution or codec.

RTSP Stream URL
rtsp://<username>:<password>@<IP>:554/profile1/media.smp

Profile 1 is an example. Confirm it exists in your camera. Multi-sensor cameras and NVRs can require different paths, listed below. Set the admin password during initial setup; there is no universal factory password for current cameras.

Port
554
Protocol
RTSP
ONVIF
Yes
Codec
H.264/H.265

Official Documentation and Verification Scope

Documentation checked: 2026-10-18. Hanwha’s official RTSP article distinguishes ordinary IP-camera profiles, sensor-indexed cameras and recorder output. Keep the selected profile number, sensor mapping and configured port with the exact endpoint; video playback does not by itself establish PTZ, presets or event support.

These instructions are based on published documentation. This guide does not certify a physical camera, every model in the brand, or all audio, PTZ, event and recording functions in SmartRTSP.

How to Enable RTSP on Hanwha Vision Cameras

1

Log in to the camera web interface

Find the camera in Wisenet Device Manager or your router's device list, then open its local IP in a browser. Current cameras require you to set an admin password at first access. Use that configured password for the local account; for an already installed camera, obtain the credentials from its administrator. Follow the exact model's manual for older devices or password recovery.

2

Review stream profile settings

Open the video profile settings in the camera web UI. Note the profile number, codec, resolution, and frame rate you want to use. Menus vary by firmware. Use an enabled H.264 profile as a starting point when diagnosing playback; do not assume profile1 is always high resolution or profile2 is always a low bandwidth sub-stream.

3

Confirm ONVIF is enabled (recommended)

Check the exact model's ONVIF support and the account's viewing permissions in its manual and web UI. Supported profiles and settings vary by product and firmware. Scan from the same LAN with authorized credentials, or enter the camera's RTSP URL manually if discovery is unavailable.

4

Add the camera to SmartRTSP

Option A — ONVIF Auto-Discovery: Scan in SmartRTSP on the camera's LAN, authenticate with an authorized local account, and choose an available stream profile.

Option B — Manual RTSP URL: Tap + → Manual in SmartRTSP, then enter your camera's URL:

rtsp://admin:YourPassword@192.168.1.100:554/profile1/media.smp

Hanwha Vision RTSP URL Reference

For supported IP cameras, replace N in /profileN/media.smp with an enabled profile number. The camera configuration determines each profile's quality. Recorder channels and multi-sensor models have different URL forms; use the device type you are connecting to.

Stream RTSP Path
Camera profile 1, if configured /profile1/media.smp
Camera profile 2, if configured /profile2/media.smp
Camera profile 3, if configured /profile3/media.smp
Full URL — Camera profile 1 rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/profile1/media.smp
Full URL — Camera profile 2 rtsp://user:pass@IP:554/profile2/media.smp

Multi-sensor cameras and NVRs

Hanwha documents /0/profile2/media.smp for sensor 1 on listed multi-sensor models, and /LiveChannel/0/media.smp for NVR channel 1. Both use zero-based numbering. For NVRs, check the configured device port range: its last port is used for RTSP. These examples are not interchangeable with a single camera's profile URL.

Official Hanwha RTSP URLs by device type →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Hanwha Vision and Samsung cameras?
They are the same cameras. In 2015, Hanwha Group acquired Samsung Techwin (the security division of Samsung Electronics), which was later rebranded as Hanwha Vision. The cameras previously sold as Samsung Techwin or Samsung SNS are now sold under the Hanwha Vision brand with the Wisenet product line name. The RTSP URL format — /profile1/media.smp — has remained consistent across the rebrand.
Does Hanwha Vision support ONVIF?
Many Hanwha cameras support ONVIF, but supported profiles, authentication settings, and firmware requirements depend on the exact product. Confirm them in the model's specifications. ONVIF discovery also depends on local network reachability and account permissions; use the documented RTSP URL if discovery is unavailable.
How do I access the third or fourth stream on a Hanwha camera?
Simply increment the profile number in the URL. Profile 3 = /profile3/media.smp, Profile 4 = /profile4/media.smp. Whether these profiles are active depends on your camera model and firmware configuration. Check Video & Audio → Stream profile in the web UI to see which profiles are enabled and their resolution/bitrate settings.
Why can't I connect to my Hanwha camera via RTSP?
Verify the local IP, configured RTSP port, account permissions, and enabled profile number. An NVR or multi-sensor device may need a different path from a single camera. If the connection authenticates but video fails, try an enabled H.264 profile and TCP transport. For viewing outside the LAN, use a VPN and keep RTSP and management ports off the public internet.
Where can I find official Hanwha Vision support resources?
Official documentation, firmware downloads, and the Wisenet Device Manager software are available at hanwhavision.com. The Wisenet Device Manager is a free Windows utility that can scan your network, find all Hanwha cameras, and display their IP addresses — useful when you don't know the camera's IP.