Introduction to Secured RTSP Streaming
FlytBase now supports enhanced RTSP with authentication dialogs and introduces RTSPS encrypted streaming for secure access via VLC, FFplay, Milestone XProtect, and Genetec.
Enhanced Streaming Capabilities
RTSP with Authentication
FlytBase's improved RTSP streaming now includes authentication dialog support, allowing secure access control to your video feeds. When accessing RTSP streams, compatible video players will prompt for username and password credentials, ensuring only authorized users can view your docking station cameras.
RTSPS - Encrypted Streaming
RTSPS (RTSP over TLS) is now available as FlytBase's secure streaming protocol. This encrypted version of RTSP protects your video streams and authentication credentials during transmission, making it ideal for remote access over public networks or when security compliance is required.
Available Streaming Configurations
When generating streaming links, you have the flexibility to choose whether the link requires username and password authentication or provides direct access without credentials.
FlytBase provides four streaming configurations to meet different security and network requirements:
1. RTSP without Authentication:
Open access streaming without credential requirements
Universal compatibility with all video clients including VLC, FFplay, Milestone XProtect, Genetec Security Center, and other VMS platforms
Ideal for trusted network environments where access control is not required
Simple setup with immediate streaming access
2. RTSP with Authentication:
Access-controlled streaming with username and password protection
Video transmission remains unencrypted but access is restricted
Ideal for local networks where encryption isn't required but access control is needed
Compatible with all major video clients and VMS platforms
3. RTSPS without Authentication:
Encrypted streaming without credential requirements
Newly introduced encrypted protocol for secure video transmission
Provides data encryption but allows open access to authorized network users
Useful for encrypted channels where access is controlled at network level
4. RTSPS with Authentication:
Fully secured streaming with both encryption and access control
Combines TLS encryption with username/password authentication
Provides comprehensive security for sensitive video content
Client-Specific Authentication Handling
Different video clients handle authentication in distinct ways, determining how you'll use the generated streaming links:
VMS Platforms and Media Players
Interactive Authentication: VLC, Milestone XProtect, and Genetec Security Center support credential prompts
Clean Link Usage: Enter the clean streaming link provided by FlytBase
Credential Entry: System displays login dialog where you enter username and password separately
Enhanced Security: Credentials are not visible in the URL and can be managed through the client interface
FFplay (Command-line Player)
No Interactive Prompts: Cannot display username/password dialog boxes
Requires Embedded Credentials: For authenticated streams (RTSP or RTSPS with auth), credentials must be embedded directly in the URL
Works Without Authentication: RTSP and RTSPS streams without authentication work flawlessly
URL Format:
rtsp://username:password@host:port/path
orrtsps://username:password@host:port/path
Use Case: Automated monitoring, scripted access, and command-line operations
VMS Platforms and Media Players
Interactive Authentication: VLC, Milestone XProtect, and Genetec Security Center support credential prompts
Clean Link Usage: Enter the clean streaming link provided by FlytBase
Credential Entry: System displays login dialog where you enter username and password separately
Enhanced Security: Credentials are not visible in the URL and can be managed through the client interface
RTSP without Authetication
Works flawlessly
Direct access
Direct access
RTSP with Authentication
Embedded credentials: rtsp://user:[email protected]:554/stream
Interactive prompts with clean links
Interactive prompts with clean links
RTSPS without Authentication
Works flawlessly
Not supported
Direct access
RTSPS with Authentication
Embedded credentials: rtsps://user:[email protected]:8322/stream
Not supported
Interactive prompts with clean links
Supported Video Clients and Compatibility
Media Players
FFplay (Command-line player)
Full support for RTSP and RTSPS protocols without authentication
For authentication-protected streams, credentials must be embedded in the URL
No interactive authentication prompts - requires embedded credentials for secure access
Excellent for automated monitoring and scripted applications
VLC Media Player
Full RTSP support with authentication dialog prompts
Interactive credential entry for clean streaming links
Cross-platform compatibility for RTSP streaming
Note: RTSPS protocol is not supported on macOS and Windows
Professional Video Management Systems
Milestone XProtect
Native support for both RTSP and RTSPS streaming protocols
Professional authentication handling through VMS login interface
Advanced features including recording, motion detection, and multi-camera management
RTSPS requires proper certificate configuration for encrypted connections
Genetec Security Center
Enterprise-grade RTSP and RTSPS integration capabilities
Secure credential management within the VMS platform
Comprehensive video analytics and security features
Full certificate authority support for RTSPS deployments
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