Axis Communications 232d+, 231D+ user manual How to stream MPEG-4, Unicast RTP

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12AXIS 231D+/232D+ - Video Streams

When using MPEG-4 it is also possible to control the bit rate, which in turn allows control of bandwidth usage. CBR (constant bit rate) is used to achieve a specific bit rate by varying the quality of the MPEG-4 stream. When using VBR (variable bit rate), the quality of the video stream is kept as constant as possible, at the cost of a varying bit rate.

How to stream MPEG-4

Deciding the combination of protocols and methods to use depends on your viewing requirements, and on the properties of your network. The available options in AMC are:

Unicast RTP

This unicast method (RTP over UDP) should be your first

Unicasting is used for video streaming,

 

consideration for live unicast video, especially when it

so that there is no video traffic on the

 

is important to always have an up-to-date video

network until a client connects and

 

stream, even if some images are dropped.

requests the stream.

 

 

 

RTP over RTSP

This unicast method (RTP tunneled over RTSP) is useful

Note that there are a maximum of 20

 

as it is relatively simple to configure firewalls to allow

 

simultaneous unicast connections.

 

RTSP traffic.

 

 

 

 

 

RTP over RTSP over HTTP

This unicast method can be used to traverse firewalls.

 

 

Firewalls are commonly configured to allow the HTTP

 

 

protocol, thus allowing RTP to be tunneled.

 

 

 

 

Multicast RTP

This method (RTP over UDP) should be used for live multicast video. The video stream is always

 

up-to-date, even if some images are dropped.

 

 

Multicasting provides the most efficient usage of bandwidth when there are large numbers of cli-

 

ents viewing simultaneously. A multicast broadcast cannot however, pass a network router unless

 

the router is configured to allow this. It is not possible to multicast over the Internet, for example.

 

Note also that all multicast viewers count as one unicast viewer in the maximum total of 10

 

simultaneous connections.

 

 

 

 

AMC negotiates with the camera to determine the transport protocol to use in the order listed above. This order can be changed and the options disabled, to suit specific requirements.

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Contents Axis 231D+/232D+ Network Dome Camera User’s Manual About This Document Intellectual Property RightsTable of contents Axis 231D+/232D+ Axis 231D+/232D+ Axis 232D+Hardware Description Using the Network Dome Camera Accessing the Axis 231D+/232D+Setting the root password Axis 231D+/232D+ Using the Network Dome Camera Area Zoom Pan/Tilt/Zoom ControlsPan/Tilt/Zoom Control Queue Axis 295 Video Surveillance JoystickVideo Streams Stream TypesMotion Jpeg How to stream MPEG-4 Unicast RTPOther methods of accessing the video stream Axis Media ControlOther MPEG-4 clients Configuring the Network Dome Camera Overview of the configuration menuVideo & Image Settings Image SettingsMirroring Overlay Settings Video StreamMaximum video stream time can Overlay Image Settings Advanced Camera SettingsGo to Setup Video & Image Overlay Image MPEG-4 Settings MjpegAxis 231D+/232D+ Configuring the Network Dome Camera Live View Config LayoutDefault Video Format Upload Own Web FilesOwn Home Default Viewer Viewer SettingsAction Buttons User Defined Links Output ButtonsCheck Show Custom Link Sequence Mode UpdateHtml Examples External VideoPan Tilt Zoom Controls PTZ controlsPreset Positions Using CGI links to control PTZ devicesClick-in-image Focus and Iris ControlsDome Configuration Preset PositionsGuard Tour Advanced Control QueueLimits ControlsEvent Configuration Event ServersHow to set up a triggered event Event TypesTriggered Event Click Add triggered on the Event typesPre-trigger and Post-trigger buffers How to set up a scheduled event Set the When ActivatedScheduled Event Click Add scheduled on the Event typesHow to configure Motion Detection Motion detectionPort Status History SensitivityUser Settings check the corresponding checkboxes to enable System OptionsSecurity UsersHttps Authentication process Date & Time802.1X Network Admission Control CA serversAxis 231D+/232D+ System Options Network Basic TCP/IP Settings IP Address ConfigurationServices Network Advanced TCP/IP Settings DNS ConfigurationNTP Configuration Host Name ConfigurationNAT Traversal WAN internetFTP Network TrafficQoS Quality of service QoS SettingsSmtp email UPnP RTP Multicast/ MPEG-4Bonjour Ports & devices I/O PortsMaintenance SupportSupport Overview System OverviewConfiguration Resetting to Factory Default Settings Using the Control ButtonAbout Connection Module Connection Module PinoutSchematic Diagram Axis 231D+/232D+ I/O connectors and power Troubleshooting Checking the Firmware Updating the FirmwareEmergency Recovery Procedure Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions Using ARP PingVideo Image Problems Technical Specifications ModelsAlarm and event Included accessories General performance considerationsOptimizing your system Frame rates Motion JpegFrame rates MPEG-4 BandwidthAxis 231D+/232D+ Technical Specifications Glossary of Terms Half-duplex See Full-duplex VOP See VOP Among commercial application developers Snmp Simple Network Management Protocol Snmp URL Uniform Resource Locator An address on the network Back to the browser Index Rtsp
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231D+, 232d+ specifications

Axis Communications, a leading provider of IP security solutions, offers a range of high-performance cameras designed for various surveillance applications. Among their products, the Axis 232D+ and Axis 231D+ stand out for their robust features and advanced technologies, making them suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments.

The Axis 232D+ is a high-speed dome camera that delivers exceptional video quality, thanks to its 1/4-inch progressive scan CCD sensor. It offers a resolution of 704x480 pixels and can capture incredibly detailed images at up to 30 frames per second. With its pan/tilt functionality, the 232D+ can cover a wide field of view, allowing for extensive monitoring areas while maintaining high precision and responsiveness.

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On the other hand, the Axis 231D+ offers similar high-quality video performance but introduces some distinctive features. It also utilizes a 1/4-inch progressive scan CCD sensor and supports a wide dynamic range (WDR) for improved image quality in challenging lighting conditions. The 231D+ is designed for easy installation and integration into existing systems, making it a versatile option for various surveillance needs.

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