Getting Started
Quick Start
Install SmartRTSP, add one camera and confirm that live video and audio work.
What is SmartRTSP?
SmartRTSP connects to compatible IP cameras over your local network. It is available for iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Windows and supported Android devices. Local viewing needs no SmartRTSP account. Trial periods and Pro features vary by platform.
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iPhone & iPad
Check the App Store listing
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Mac
Check the Mac App Store listing
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Apple TV
Check the Apple TV App Store
Before You Start
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Camera and device on the same Wi-Fi network. RTSP is a local protocol — both must be on the same subnet. Remote access requires additional configuration (see Remote Access).
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Camera's IP address and login credentials. You'll need the local IP (e.g.,
192.168.1.100), username, and password. -
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A compatible camera. Any camera supporting RTSP or ONVIF — Hikvision, Reolink, Dahua, Tapo, Axis, Amcrest, Bosch, and thousands more.
Step 1 — Download SmartRTSP
Available on iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple TV, Windows, and Android.
Step 2 — Add Your First Camera
There are two methods. ONVIF auto-discovery is fastest — try that first.
Recommended Method A — ONVIF Auto-Discovery
- 1Open SmartRTSP and tap the + button on the camera list screen.
- 2Select ONVIF Scan.
- 3Wait for discovery to finish. If the camera does not appear, check its ONVIF settings and whether the network allows discovery.
- 4Tap your camera, enter username and password.
For compatible Tapo cameras, create a Camera Account under the camera’s Advanced Settings in the Tapo app. Use that camera account when connecting.
Method B — Manual RTSP URL
- 1Tap + then Manual.
- 2Enter the RTSP URL:
rtsp://user:pass@192.168.1.100:554/stream - 3Name the camera, tap Connect.
Step 3 — View Your Camera
- → Tap a camera card to open the live view.
- → Double-tap to enter full screen.
- → Tap the grid icon to open Multi-Camera Grid. SmartRTSP adapts active streams to the device, power mode, and available resources.
- → Tap the speaker icon to toggle audio.