The TCP protocol allows for less packet loss and produce a more accurate video display. The downside with this protocol is that the
The HTTP protocol must be selected if the network is protected by a firewall and it only allows HTTP Port (80) to be opened. In this mode, audio will not be sent and only video is operational. If no special need is required, UDP protocol is recommended. Generally speaking, the client’s choice will be in the order of UDP TCP HTTP. After the Network Camera is connected successfully, “Protocol Option” will indicate the selected protocol. The selected protocol will be recorded in the user's PC and will be used for the next connection. If the network environment is changed, or the user wants to let the web browser to detect again, manually select the UDP protocol, save, and return HOME to
<url> http://<Network Camera>/protocol.html
<Network Camera> is the domain name or the original IP address of the Network Camera.
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