Claudemir Martins
Axis camera – VLC Black Screen (solved)
Let’s see how to fix the VLC Black Screen when connecting to Axis cameras.Most of the time, this issue is related to the multicast stream.The following picture shows an example of the problem.VLC black screen while trying to stream video from Axis cameraI’ve tested an Axis P1365 MK II, a P3225-V MK II, and a P5624-E MK II in my lab.So, rest assured that […]
How to use multicast on Axis cameras
In this article, I explain how to use multicast in Axis cameras.Here you can understand how the multicast works and how to test it.This is not just theory. I’ve tested video streaming via multicast with my Axis P1365 MK II camera, so you can see some real examples of how it works.The picture below shows an Axis camera using multicast in […]
Axis default IP address
Let’s talk about the IP address and password for Axis devices.The default IP address for Axis cameras and other devices is 192.168.0.90 with netmask 255.255.255.0, and the default password is set during the installation.Old Axis cameras (really old ones) use the root/pass, respectively, as the username and the password to log in to the device. But those are rare cases.Using static IPsIf you […]
How to enable the FTP Server on AXIS cameras
This article explains how to enable the FTP server on Axis cameras.The FTP service is useful when you need to upgrade the camera’s firmware.I have some Axis cameras here in my lab so that I can show you real examples.How to enable the FTP server on Axis camerasOld cameras or old web interfaceLet’s see how to […]
What ports do Axis cameras use?
This article answers the question, “What ports do Axis cameras use?”As you may know, Axis has a lot of different cameras and devices, and depending on the model; they can have services running on different ports.Let’s take a look at the most common ports.Axis cameras portsAxis cameras work as a webserver and video/audio streaming devices.So, […]
Samsung Camera Silverlight runtime install issue (solved)
Did you get the annoying message “Silverlight Runtime Install…” while trying to login into your Samsung Techwin (Hanwha) camera?Yeah, I’ve been there, and I know how frustrating it is to install the plugin several times, adjust the I.E., properties, try different browsers and still see this message.Don’t look any further. I have the perfect solution […]
How to Find Axis Cameras in The Network
Need to find your Axis Cameras in the network?There are different ways of doing that, and I’m going to teach you how.I have some Axis cameras in my lab, and this is not just theory; I have some practical examples on how to look for and find your cameras in the network.Understand your network firstBefore […]
How to enable control button on Axis Cameras
In this article, I show how to enable control buttons on Axis PTZ cameras.You can have the PAN, ZOOM, and other buttons on the main screen.Take a look at the following picture to understand what I mean…As you can see, there are buttons on the left and right side of the main screen that allows […]
RTSP commands for Axis cameras
Are you looking for the RTSP URL (commands) for the Axis cameras?You are in the right place. In this article, I have a list of them for IP cameras, encoders, multi-sensor cameras, and recorders.This is not just a list, I’ve tested the RTSP URL myself, so I’m sure they really work. (Yeah, I have many […]
Axis PTZ – How to limit the movement (Mechanical Restrictions)
Do you want to learn how to limit your Axis PTZ camera movement?Yeah, you are in the right place. Here you can learn how to do that. 😉But first, you need to understand how the camera uses the coordinates.The Axis cameras coordinatesPlease take a look at the following picture to understand how the Axis cameras use […]
