Wyze Cam RTSP 2019 - View It On Your Computer

Wyze Cam RTSP 2019 - View It On Your Computer
So when Wyze pushed their new update it was filled with a bunch of great things, but the most important update feature was the #RTSP ability. But its not as easy as we thought. So I'm going to show you exactly how to do it and how you can view it on your computer as well as on your Google Home Hub or any of the Google Assistant displays, including your Chromecast.
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Step by Step Guide:
How to install the RTSP Firmware: bit.ly/2EtCcjl
Download the Wyze Cam v2 RTSP file, or the Wyze Cam Pan RTSP file
Unzip the file, rename the contents to 'demo.bin', and transfer them to a microSD card's root directory
Unplug your Wyze Cam and insert the prepared microSD card
Hold the camera's Setup button while plugging in the USB cable and continue to hold the Setup button until the light turns solid blue
Once the light is solid blue, release the Setup button and wait for 3-4 minutes. The camera will reboot and the status light will change during this time.
Note: The "Solid Blue" in this case is not the same as the one normally seen on the camera. Instead, both the blue and yellow LEDs will be on at once, making it appear to be a lighter blue.
Once this process is finished, you should see the Wyze Cam in your Home tab without going through the setup process as long as it was previously paired with your account.
How to start using RTSP:
Once your Wyze Cam is back online, you can access the RTSP function from the live stream (Wyze app version 2.3 or later) under Settings - Advanced Settings - RTSP
The app will automatically check if the installed firmware version is RTSP compatible. If not, please repeat the installation process above.
Next, turn on the RTSP toggle
You'll be prompted to set up a username and password for this Wyze Cam. Both the username and password should be 4 - 10 characters without special characters (only a-z, and 0-9)
PLEASE NOTE - This username and password is unique to just this camera. Please either use something that's easy to remember or take note of them somewhere, as these will be needed to access the camera's stream via RTSP
Click “Generate URL”, and the RTSP URL will show on the next screen. Use this for streaming through any RTSP compatible player on the same local network as the Wyze Cam.
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[@Dr.Geek-ZA]

This is fantastic. I am so glad KZbin suggested this otherwise I wouldn't have known this feature is up and running.

[@GrossTechnology]

I’m so glad you found it as well!

[@dmo848]

I Kno right. Now i can say Google algorithm stuff isn't bad

[@MrTonyBones]

YES! This is exactly what I needed. I didn’t want to install a virtual machine like Bluestacks or AndyOS just to view a live feed for my pan cam. Thank you so much! EDIT: The stream seems to run smoother, for me at least, in pot player than in VLC player.

[@GrossTechnology]

You are very welcome!

[@sterlingmoore7308]

Josh, Josh, Josh!!!! Thank you for this, sooooo much from North of the Border. I always wanted to do this, but, needed someone like you to help me. You "The Man"..

[@GrossTechnology]

Glad it was helpful!

[@pchiabrera]

Good video and something we all needed. I did the firware update in my Wyze cam Pan and everything worked fine. The only thing I see that is not very functional is the fact that I must be on the same WiFi network to work. The good thing would be to be able to see my camera outside the house on the office computer, something that still can not be. (apologies for my english)

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah would be nice to get an external link to view it from off the WiFi.

[@cleornday]

thx so much it helps while I'm working and can see my elderly parents..

[@jsm136]

I have been using the Wyze cam app on Bluestack android emulator on my PC with no problems, and is a lot easier and have all the functions of the Wyze app.

[@GrossTechnology]

Awesome! Will have to check that out!

[@GrossTechnology]

Awesome!!

[@MrJerryjam]

Which OS are you running on your PC?

[@jsm136]

@@MrJerryjam Windows 10

[@GrossTechnology]

I am running windows 10 professional

[@vufirst]

Thanks for the instructions. I have no need for it now but it might be handy one day. :-). I like your sense of humor too. Thumb up!!!

[@GrossTechnology]

Thanks!

[@kennethhicks2113]

Thanks, I suspected as much. VLC is fantastic btw, been using it for over a decade as it just woeks with all kinds of media. Ordered mine.

[@GrossTechnology]

Great to hear! Yeah VLC has been my go to player for many many years!

[@ReneMicheo]

Thank you man, I was able to get my wyze cam to talk to my security DVR and it rocks, much appreciated

[@GrossTechnology]

Now that is pretty amazing! What brand is your security DVR? if you don't mind me asking. Would be interested to see what works with this RTSP feature.

[@ReneMicheo]

@@GrossTechnology 16 Channel XVR DVR. Unfortunately the RTSP turns off in the camera after a few days, so it loses connection to the recorder. I suggest adding a reservation on your dhcp so stays with the same IP. I had to bring the old Firmware because the RTSP firmware is rarely updated. and it doesn't get the new features from the original firmware.

[@michaelfritz6775]

That was good to hear....rasp....was spinning around looking for this type of thing...thanking you...take care...

[@GrossTechnology]

Glad to help.

[@ch0lito]

Thanks for the video, very detailed information. Will this work for the V3 version as well ?

[@dagthewog6290]

Thank you! Plain and simple. Worked right from the start!

[@GrossTechnology]

Awesome! Can't say I got it the first time myself!

[@JuanCamacho21]

I have been waiting for this! Do you know if it works on a Mac computer? Opps nevermind. I just got to 3:05 in the video and seen you spoke of it.

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah just need to use the Mac version of the file and VLC Mac version or a media player that can open a network solution.

[@angelconesallc4153]

it is working on mac ???

[@Mr-Widget]

I was getting ready to do this, and then read this (just above the download link): Will RTSP continue to be developed? We don't have the resources to keep developing two branches of firmware for Wyze Cam v2 and Wyze Cam Pan. This means that the RTSP branch will be upgraded infrequently. Using the RTSP firmware will prevent the camera from supporting any future functionality additions, such as A.I. for Human/Animal/Vehicle recognition, event video tagging, further stability improvements, and bug fixes. The currently available firmware is an updated beta version. This contains improvements over the prior version, but still has potential to include minor stability issues. Once we're in a position where we can confidently say that any present issues have been fixed, we'll push out a release version of the firmware.

[@davidt01]

Read the same, and decided against it ;)

[@GrossTechnology]

That’s a very good point, talking with Wyze now to see if I can get some more info for you guys.

[@bobd.]

That's a killer for me too. Why don't they just include it in the next firmware update. I'm not going to go through all those steps for each of my 12 cameras, provided I was willing to get on that dead end street that enables RTSP which I am not. But for those that just have to have it the capability is now available.

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah I’m really surprised that this is not going to become a normal update instead of a second tier firmware.

[@USFmarine]

Eek. Why would Wyse fork their firmware development like this? I was very excited that Wyse had listened to customers and provided a requested feature, but forking firmware development like this sends a very different signal to the customers.

[@garybknightjr]

I hate that I have to do this @wyze, but love the step by step! Thank you!

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah wished it was just a normal update instead of a different firmware version.

[@Rockwell1977]

Might not be a complete solution, but I use Bluestacks, which is a free Android emulator, and then run the Wyze Cam app in it on my desktop.

[@kareno8634]

Rocky Vachon - "Bluestacks" ~ hmmm It's on computer that was lent to me. Never knew what it was. COOL! Thanks! I'll check it out!

[@biophiliac9]

I use Bluestacks as well but I wasn't able to run the Wyze app there. Instead I use "TinyCam Free" and it works great. Seems to be an easier process too.

[@LAactor]

Damn thing is slow as hell too use. Takes like a couple minutes just to boot 😂

[@dmo848]

@@LAactor u sure we taking about the same product. My stuff is basically click n it's showing video that fast. N my phone is old n slow, cheap 100 dollar phone.

[@LAactor]

@@dmo848 u sure you're talking ehat this conversation is about?? why would a phone have bluestacks??

[@USFmarine]

Rtsp streaming works as you described in this video when you are on the same network. What if I want to watch from a browser at work (I have a new nanny starting next week)? I'm hoping to avoid having to setup a home web server like with TinyCam Pro. Interested in any advice anyone may have.

[@TravisMCP]

Great job! I'll set this up!

[@GrossTechnology]

Thanks man! Yeah pretty awesome to be able to view it on your desktop.

[@rekaksky]

GROSS! You just earned a new subscriber!

[@GrossTechnology]

Hey! I appreciate it! Thank you. Glad to be a help.

[@harleyrdr1]

You’re braver than me. There is no way I’m ever putting a camera in my bedroom! 🤣

[@harleyrdr1]

Oh...I think I misunderstood. You’re saying you can display it in the bedroom. 🥴

[@GrossTechnology]

Haha yeah, even if I wanted the wife would throw it out the door, I even before I got it plugged in lol.

[@MrJerryjam]

I have three WYZE cams in my bedroom\audio studio for beta testing (easier to reboot cameras) I have two first generation V1 cams (still have two more unopened) and I have one PanCam situated between the two V1 cams. I have them on my window sill and pointed toward the street so the one on the left V1 is angled to the left and the V1 on the right is pointed to the right and the PanCam is in the middle. I have them as far from the window as possible to it minimize distortion of the window screen. I set the four presets on the PanCam to pan left to right looking only outside so it never covers anything in the bedroom. I have it set to record tracking and tagging😊

[@GrossTechnology]

Woah! Now that’s quite the setup! Wow! Right now I have 1 V1 outside in the back, a V2 outside facing the front yard/driveway/front door, 1 V2 for testing and a pan in my kids room mounted on the wall to see both cribs. All working great!

[@BarryVelasquez]

Has your gear list changed since you made the original behind the scenes video? The video quality in this video seems better than the what I watched in your gear video. Is that just experience, or did you change something? Thanks for the channel!

[@GrossTechnology]

Oh! Yeah, things have changed a bit. Still using the same Zoom recorder for audio, but now using a lavalier mic hooked up to it. As far as the video, I am actually now shooting on my iPhoneXR, hence why its now done in 4K. I just had too many issues with focus and setup with the DSLR. If I had it set and never moved it, might be better, or if I had a more updated and newer DSLR that I could use my phone to check focus I might have kept using it, but I went through too many recording sessions that when I imported it into Adobe, found it was fuzzy or way out of focus. SO I said enough with that.

[@paddyovideo]

At 5:29 when he pastes the URL into VLC, this no longer works. VLC no longer accepts the a URL with a password included. Just paste it in, then modify it to remove the colon (:) and the password. Then click Play and a box will open where you type in the password, click Ok and it will work.

[@smartassist9700]

they just released update to "HUMAN RECOGNITION" to reduce number of false messages due to other things moving in front of camera such as cats or dogs... downloadable for you and your cam. it is added to cams being shipped now.

[@spywiz1]

But.... does NOT work with RTSP!!!

[@GrossTechnology]

Correct.

[@sullys011167]

I tried to use bluestacks to view my cams before, but it was to much of a resource hog for my older laptop...i am hoping this works better....so thank you for sharing!!

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah and all the other junk that blue stacks uses I’m not a fan either.

[@indymudshow]

If you have am extra phone you can do it pretty easily. Just download the app on that device and log in. Then simply screen share live on KZbin . Just make the stream unlisted/private so only you can view. You can then access it from what ever device you wish. Just make sure the device you're streaming from is plugged into a power source.

[@EliteGeeks]

i have a business network and many many cameras, all of them are set up with static IPs, when I tried to add 3 Pans and 2 v2 cameras on the network with static IPs and Firmware updated them to RTSP no camera was able to work at the same time as another thru Blue Iris... Just 1 camera at a time like they were all fighting over a port, was easier and cheaper to just replace them with Real IP cameras - mostly Refurbished Reolink cameras, like 2 for $60

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah in your situation, wyze wouldn’t be a good choice. But the RTSP will not work in a multi cam view no matter what. Only will work one cam at a time.

[@Gio-vf1zf]

I never got a solid blue on the cam it keeps going to yellow and she keeps saying ready to connect every time. I even went to the website as instructed still no results.

[@miagonzales9085]

Same here....my hand isrampng

[@rajindergill8459]

rtsp wont accept the username and password? says needs to be 4 to 10 characters. even if i put more than 4 still says the same thing, cant get past that part. the rest of the setup went without a problem. got the rtsp option on the camera advanced settings go to it turn it on and then when asked to create username and password. it doesnt take the user or pass, just keeps saying more than 4 characters even when there is more than 4. any suggestions?

[@GrossTechnology]

Sadly no, never had that issue. I’d suggest first resetting the camera, and putting Wyze main firmware back on. Update it all and then download the newest wyze app update, and then reset it up with the most updated rtsp firmware and go from there. If all else fails, contact Wyze, their support has been very helpful.

[@gardenofedenflorist6194]

is there a way to reset the camera to its original software? I'm getting no where with this set up.

[@GrossTechnology]

Yup, and made a video for ya: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH_doqOuqd99aNk&lc=UgwzWYG8CAER6GatqMN4AaABAg

[@Apachita]

On wyze.com it says: "Using the RTSP firmware will prevent the camera from supporting any future functions or features in the Wyze app.". Does this mean you can longer view it from the app, or use the features in the app?

[@GrossTechnology]

No, it will still be able to be viewed from the app, but certain features, ones that come in the main firmware updates like person detection, will not be included in the RTSP firmware. Thats the bad part of this "fix" they have for RTSP.

[@Vgp-rp4iu]

I noticed with my last update RTSP is no longer there anymore.

[@GrossTechnology]

Are you on that firmware? What firmware version are you on?

[@Vgp-rp4iu]

@@GrossTechnology 4.9.4.108 is the version I'm on. I just did an update about a week ago to the latest version where they added person detection and before I updated the app I had RTSP at the very bottom in the advanced setting but as soon as I updated it that went away.

[@MikeDirnt78]

Just curious. Must the viewer and camera be on the same local network? Can I watch the video on the internet?

[@GrossTechnology]

No, the point of RTSP is that you'll be able to view the camera from anywhere with that specific link.

[@markusy3410]

Great info...I went to wyze.com and couldn't find the download. Good thing I read some comments, and came across your URL to find it. Thanks. I have been using Bluestacks , but what a memory hog. I am excited about this walk around.

[@permacultural]

Same bro

[@michaelpihkal]

Thanks I have been trying to get a straight answer about this. Solution.

[@GrossTechnology]

You are very welcome.

[@kkerr9713]

Thanks for this Josh! Subscribed!

[@GrossTechnology]

You betcha!

[@tdcrom]

Interesting video. Question: is it possible to use RTSP while in a motorhome using your phone as a hotspot? If so, is the setup the same?

[@GrossTechnology]

It would be the same but that hotspot would have to be always active.

[@johnalex3023]

Can you move that file to an SD card you’re already using in the cam? And can u delete it after you get the function working in the app?

[@UCLAKoolman]

Do the RTSP streams work over wifi without internet access? I have limited upload bandwidth and am looking for a solution to view the wyze video streams locally without having to view a stream that is first uploaded to the cloud. Thanks

[@GrossTechnology]

That’s a great question, I’ll have to find out and let you know.

[@kerryhaitse420]

How many cameras can this feature use at the same time?

[@GrossTechnology]

Well you can install it on as many as you’d like, but if you mean viewing multiple ones, that would depend on what software you are using to view the stream. If VLC like in my video it is only one at a time. But there are some that can view multiple RTSP streams at once.

[@dparker6768]

Wyze have removed the Beta Version so this does not work pending a final release of the RTSP load.

[@crosseyedmarksman]

Do you need an SD card for each camera, or can you download info from one and do each camera off the same card?

[@GrossTechnology]

You can use the same card to flash each camera.

[@dmo848]

If u want continuous playback yes u will need a card for each camera. So it's an extra what 5 to ten bucks, still cheaper n better than all the others. Walmart has a decent 1 in same price point with same features. I think it's Mercury

[@scottjmiller]

How do you hold the setup button on a Pan Cam with the base and power cord rotating at start up? Thanks, Scott

[@GrossTechnology]

Good question! HAHA, very true as well, but it is possible. The reason is because holding that button will happen before it starts to rotate. If it rotates, you've missed the window to hold the button.

[@jonbraddock5545]

Once this is done. Is the URL a local IP? can it still work just off the network and no actually internet connection to the outside world is required? This is the end results I am looking for is being able to use these like a CCTV security with my home network but still function without the internet. Great instructional video!

[@dopedan6635]

Bruh" we need more evil genius’s like you

[@GrossTechnology]

Hahaha evil geniuses you say?? Lol and what makes you think I’m that? Not saying I’m not, just like to see what quality shows out more hahaha.

[@yveswalls1417]

Do you need to reboot the device if it keeps circling?

[@GrossTechnology]

@@yveswalls1417 In what part is it just circling? The installation of the firmware or the update or when you turn RTSP on?

[@bobd.]

I was tempted to install this firmware until I read the note at the top of the Wyze Cam RTSP page which reads as follows: "RTSP is not a stock feature with the Wyze Cam and is a beta feature that requires the installation of different firmware. Using the RTSP firmware will prevent the camera from supporting any future functions or features in the Wyze App." So I read this as IF I were to install the RTSP firmware my camera would no longer receive regular firmware updates from Wyze. That could be good or bad depending on your view. With the upcoming FW update that will remove local AI Person Detection maybe going to the RTSP firmware is a good move. We will each have to decide what fits best in our situation. I'm not trying to discourage anyone from using the RTSP firmware, just think everyone should know the consequences of installing it. I'm still on the fence. I downloaded the firmware in case it disappears from their website so I'll be able to install it later if I choose to.

[@wtfisausername9999]

You can download the original non-RTSP firmware and can revert back to original firmware branch with the same steps if you don't like or no longer need RTSP. Camera will function the same when reverted and you can receive original firmware updates. From what I read AI function should come back, I believe that I read Wyze team is working on their in house solution. And we should be able to use older firmware or downgrade to pre-2020 firmware.

[@sdale84]

Thanks! Works great on all of my cameras!

[@GrossTechnology]

Awesome! Glad to help

[@permacultural]

@sdale84 The pc must be connected to the same network as the camera or can I see it from any network?

[@smartassist9700]

Is there an application on computer to record live streaming? How easy is it to view between different cameras?

[@GrossTechnology]

To view between cameras, you’d need to have each url for it, so not very simple. To record you can use something like camtasia or cam studio. Also think IP camera view would work as well.

[@Polite_Cat]

You can use software like blue iris or many other similar ones that work with RTSP.

[@anastacioguerrero1527]

VLC does recording, too.

[@user-ejxomyq]

OBS is a good application

[@JOETERRANY]

Does this still work? I got rtsp to show up but isn’t showing in VLC

[@GrossTechnology]

As far as I know yes. Still have the one I set up working. Haven’t tried the new firmware though. But the site still has the download and all so yeah I’d say it’s still all ok.

[@drrahatjafri]

Thanks for this video. I just learned that this process does not work with MicroSD cards above 32GB. With my 64GB card the camera went into pairing mode instead of updating itself.

[@GrossTechnology]

I did mine with a 64gb card. Didn’t have an issue.

[@stevenbeardall3824]

I'm seeing the same thing. Looking for a smaller MicroSD card now to see if that makes a difference.

[@stevenbeardall3824]

Reformatting the 64GB MicroSD card fixed my issue.

[@dennisharris144]

I it possible to watch multiple cameras on at the same time?

[@warp00009]

Having RTSP support is great, but all they have released is their super buggy beta firmware - which often randomly locks up and stops working multiple times a day (requiring a manual reset through their cell phone app - boy, does that get old quick). WYZE doesn't seem to take actually supporting this feature very seriously and because you can't even download or maintain the RTSP firmware without physically writing it to each camera's SD card yourself, it is rather difficult and awkward to use. I'm about to give up on trying to use WYZE cameras for my PC based surveillance system at all, in favor of putting together some DIY Raspberry Pi based cameras as several KZbin channels have documented. Sad when fixing obvious bugs in a product's buggy firmware is too hard for a company to bother doing, cause all they seem to care about is just making their proprietary cloud and cell phone based interface work and adding architecturally questionable features like camera based facial recognition to it. Facial recognition itself is o.k., but trying to do it inside each camera rather than at a centralized surveillance hub (that will probably always be able to do it better) isn't the best approach. Another big question with the cloud service that WYZE uses to collect each customer's captured images is who exactly in China has access to it? Virtually impossible for the WYZE customer to prove exactly where that information is going and how well it's actually being protected from prying eyes that don't belong to other customers...

[@warp00009]

I just found and dowloaded an updated RTSP firmware patch from WYZE that seems to work much more reliably! Still a big pain that they won't let you install it remotely (like the non-RTSP firmware is), so you have to physically visit and then apply the new firmware to each camera's SD card manually. Still a big improvement, thanks WYZE!

[@TopCanadian1]

great video, I downloaded the firmware, but the cams are at work, will check it out this week. I currently use BlueStacks which works fine, but will RTSP allow me to view all my cams in a grid using some IP camera software?

[@GrossTechnology]

No, it will only let you view them one by one, unless you find a viewer that can have multiple stream at once.

[@lessard2020]

Thanks for the help!

[@GrossTechnology]

You betcha

[@mauriciozp84]

Great video!! Question, in the Wyze page says that using the RSTP protocol will disable future app features, so if I am using right now the RSTP firmware and I want to go back to the original firmware what should I do?

[@GrossTechnology]

That is correct, so you'll have to re-flash the camera back to the most recent firmware. Check out my newer video about how to do this called, "Installing Firmware on Wyze Cam - Getting Rid of RTSP"

[@nuts4goats545]

I've got RTSP flashed on the v3, and it's streaming on VLC, so that's done. What I'm trying to do is have the cam events go to, and be recorded by VLC, so that I don't have to continually remove/reinstall the mSD card. I'm looking to set the camera to record the events to the card, which should result in 1min increments for as long as there is motion detected, being sent to and recorded on the computer, and footage perpetually written over on the mSD card. Is there a way to set up VLC to do that? Or is there a simpler way to achieve?

[@GrossTechnology]

Unfortunately, I don’t believe VLC will be able to do that at all. You’ll need to have a dvr type of software that you can record it all on.

[@claytongerow7107]

I guess I am pretty dumb here but do I need to hold down the button on the camera for 4 minutes or just til I see the light? still having problem either way. should the microsd card be formatted before I download to it?

[@GrossTechnology]

So its a tricky process, but what I'd do first is put the sd card in, format it, then move the files to it. And you only have to hold the button down till the lights are that yellow/blue light. Then you can release it.

[@Al-wu8is]

Thanks a lot. It worked and I am happy.

[@GrossTechnology]

Glad it helped

[@elvisonstage]

Thank you for this video! I have a Windows-based cell but CANNOT download the WYZE app to my cell! I've been working with WYZE but no-luck yet. Question - I am planning on using this WYZE V2 Cam at a location with no Wifi AND use the SD card. Will this work - to format the Cam to my computer, place the cam in the separate location, record on the SD card and remove the SD card, in order to take to my computer to look at the SD card recordings? Will this plan work? THANK YOU AGAIN!!!

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah, as long as it’s setup on WiFi with the app or with rtsp then you can take it offline and just record to the sd card to view later.

[@elvisonstage]

@@GrossTechnology THANK YOU!!!

[@pepekaliwete]

Works great!! I am now able to stream from all 4 of my cameras. Thanks! So, my only question is, why does it stops streaming after like 15- 20 mins? Is there a way to make it continuous?

[@GrossTechnology]

Sadly, no that is the limit they have setup. Kinda like how some things stop a video and ask you, "are you still watching" to make sure you are watching and didn't fall asleep I guess. Main reason is because the entire time you are streaming it, its using bandwidth on your network, and a lot of it too. So they set that limit to kinda give it a break or at least restart it to kinda refresh the stream.

[@dmo848]

@@GrossTechnology u Kno your wrong right all they need is a micro sd card boss. Then continuous playback will work jus so u Kno. I guess u didn't read the lil book that it came with

[@GrossTechnology]

@@dmo848 I am not wrong, you just aren't understanding. Having a sd card allows continuous recording, not playback. Through the rtsp, like the person was asking, it will stop after 15-20 mins of streaming the live video feed. Has nothing to do with the sd card. Sorry, but you are not even talking about the same thing this person was asking about.

[@JalilVending]

@@dmo848 Now you just look dumb lol

[@MichiganPeatMoss]

2019-11-11 - Do you have the latest/current RTSP download link from Wyze? Seems mysteriously unavailable this week. Thanks. :)

[@GrossTechnology]

Yep here’s the link to their support page on it. support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360026245231-Wyze-Cam-RTSP

[@Iamravenschild]

Looking for how to view on an Apple/Mac

[@GrossTechnology]

You can do it the same way through VLC. My wife uses it on her iMac the same setup and all. Just the Mac version of VLC.

[@shawnn6926]

I followed all the steps and it didn't work. The VLC says connection failed. Tried doing a setup again to make sure the camera took the software but still nothing works. I'm trying to set it up through the office wi-fi so maybe the IT guy has something blocked?

[@GrossTechnology]

Is the camera and your computer on the same network?

[@rickjames7748]

The only thing I get is a orange light and a ready to connect voice....

[@Bpreppye]

why they just dont upgrade the firmware automatically instead of doing this? all of this tech to make you do things manually !!

[@GrossTechnology]

Well they say, that the firmware is too large to fit the two things together into one main firmware. And sadly, the only way to update it is to flash it manually.

[@jerrys.t.9368]

What is VLC equivalent to a Macbook pro? Real question is can this can this work for Mac?

[@racewiththefalcons1]

If you have multiple cameras, can you get the live feeds all on one screen like a security monitor at a bank that's broken into multiple small screens on the same screen?

[@GrossTechnology]

If you add all the cameras into a group you can view them all together through the app. But o lay through the app.

[@VE3AOR]

Worked great. Thanks dude!

[@GrossTechnology]

You're welcome! Glad to help.

[@andrewborntrager7909]

Can this rtsp feed then be used on a closed circuit LOCAL wifi network THAT IS NOT CONNECTED TO THE INTERNET, and saving everything on a hard drive?

[@GrossTechnology]

No, that feed is live to the world and you can’t manipulate that address to be just a local IP address. You can connect it to a system to record to a HD but it will not be a closed link. So to answer your question, no it can’t be.

[@andrewborntrager7909]

So I just answered my own question. I just got done doing this. I set up everything and generated my RTSP URL. (BTW, thank you very much for the video!) I powered down my phone and unplugged the camera. Then I unplugged my internet modem and kept my router plugged in. Sure enough, I didn’t have internet, as verified by my computer loosing internet connection but still had my LOCAL network intact. I then powered up my phone and Wyze camera that I just flashed. I started up VLC on my phone and input the RTSP URL into “stream”....IT WORKS! I was able to view my Wyze cam feed ONLY through my local network with no internet but it did lag a little. I can only conclude that username, password, and IP address are stored on the camera itself.

[@leonbenner2204]

i went to wyze site and the RTSP download is not there now

[@mike102069]

How do you make the shortcut the one click short cut on your desktop?

[@GrossTechnology]

Through VLC?

[@rdalecki1]

I get a message "camera not connected" after generating the url. The camera is working on my phone though.

[@GrossTechnology]

How are you trying to view the stream? VLC or another program?

[@Dudleydogg]

If you flash this firmware do you lose the ability to disable IR lights which has actually been a recent update? I want RTSP but my cams are behind glass and the IR light is not desired.

[@GrossTechnology]

Nope that option to turn Night Vision IR lights on or off is still there.

[@Dudleydogg]

@@GrossTechnology The Option Yes but when I click the button it Says "You must update your Firmware to enable this Feature" I have not tried in a bit this is why i was asking, their firmware for RTSP seems to be Dated Before the Firmware that enabled Option to turn off LED"s. I will test this again, thanks.

[@rohitvaidya2586]

Thanks for sharing this. Super useful

[@GrossTechnology]

You’re very welcome!

[@MrNonaste]

Great tutorial. Unfortunately WYZE removed the RTSP link on their web site. Where can I obtain the firmware at this juncture?

[@davidfurniss]

It seems to be there - click on: support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360031187371-Wyze-Cam-RTSPFeatures If the link doesn't work, log onto Wyze.com, go to support, select your camera, click on Wyze Cam Features, and then the last thing listed - Wyze Cam RTSP.

[@GrossTechnology]

No it is still there. support.wyzecam.com/hc/en-us/articles/360026245231-Wyze-Cam-RTSP

[@belize2000tube]

Keep up the good work!

[@GrossTechnology]

Thanks

[@izsakitt3711]

How about PTZ for Wyze on Windows? Will the Wyze app remain fully operational? Can the camera be accessed behind corporate firewall using VPN?

[@GrossTechnology]

So the PTZ would have to still be done through the app, and yes the app remains fully operational, just no new updates. As far as the VPN, you'd have to be able to get onto the same local network as the camera itself, but once you are on, I don't see why you couldn't.

[@eliasvanloon5649]

How about when you have multiple cameras?

[@GrossTechnology]

It would require multiple URLs. So unless you have a software that can take multiple RTSP feeds, you'll only be able to watch the one you are connected to.

[@gardenofedenflorist6194]

mine has been blinking yellow for about 10 minutes and still no joy...what am i doing wrong?

[@GrossTechnology]

Did it say that it’s ready to be setup? Or just sit there? Also what happens when you go to the camera in the app?

[@gardenofedenflorist6194]

@@GrossTechnology just sat there.I unplugged it, restarted got it to read qr code then it said connection failed.

[@gardenofedenflorist6194]

@@GrossTechnology Now I cant get it to do anything....

[@GrossTechnology]

I’d reach out to support, not sure how you could brick it.

[@Alxbue]

i use tinycam pro, to view all my wyze cameras in real time all at once, it's an app, but you can create an web server ip address to watch it on your computer

[@raularturo2]

How u set them up on that app ,?

[@GrossTechnology]

It's a lot of work to do this, would you like a video on how to set this up?

[@rayscrafield2106]

Hey Joshua, I deleted my first two comments because I have become smarter since I watched your video. I now have set up my driveway cam with the RTSP and it works great. A bit choppy but I figure that won't matter. I can live with it. I DO want to say THANKS for your great and very detailed video tutorial. I'm waaay old and sometimes it takes a bit for me to grasp what exactly I am doing. I was trying to view the cam via my browser only but after reading and watching the video again, I had to install the video player software. Now, all is good with the world. I am going to be installing one more of the V2 cams and also one of the PAN cams. Is there a way to have all 3 open at one time on a single monitor? If you can expand on that, I'd be most grateful and humbled by your brilliance. Thanks again.

[@GrossTechnology]

Ray! Glad that you got it up and going! The only way to view more than one RTSP camera at a time is to have multiple windows open streaming each camera. Since you are viewing a specific camera, that would be the only way to use the RTSP to have all three open at the same time. You may find some software that is able to view multiple streams at the same time, that would work as well. But using VLC you'd have to open multiple windows.

[@RickyG225]

Hello-Will this work on a Toshiba Chromebook? If so, do I follow the same outlined steps provided?

[@GrossTechnology]

As long as you can install VLC on the Chromebook then yes it will.

[@RickyG225]

@@GrossTechnology Okay I found VLC in the google store. My problem is my smartphone OS will not support the Wyze app. Do I then have to get a new device with OS version 9.0-10.0 and up?

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah, you’d have to have a mobile device that supports their app. Or download Bluestacks on your computer and install the Wyze app through it.

[@palmbeachedition9792]

Thanks alot for this. Where can I find the step by steps? I appreciate it!

[@GrossTechnology]

You are very welcome! If you go to my channel I do have a step by step video on there as well.

[@sexyprince8970]

Gross. You're the BEST! You just to me as new subscriber!

[@GrossTechnology]

Why thank you!! Appreciate you!

[@ediot.1012]

Thanks, made it so easy to understand.

[@GrossTechnology]

Thats great to hear! Glad to help!

[@jmckey]

Have you tested RTSP vs Bluestacks and the cloud app? Wondering about the pros/cons of each. I'm wondering if RTSP is better quality and works even when the internet goes down. So like if a burglar cuts your cable connection you could still record to a hidden drive and retrieve the data later.

[@GrossTechnology]

Well you still have the ability to record to micro SD which is the only way any footage would be recorded. The RTSP still have to connect to the internet to view so now it wouldn’t work without the network.

[@sullys011167]

Bluestack allows the ability to view outside the network(i can view from work). This process doesn't do that does it?

[@gc7967]

Doesn't the camera in the screen shot look like its wearing overalls??

[@GrossTechnology]

Think I should have put a pitchfork beside it? And a farm background? Lol

[@mykkal]

So google home can't work with an RTSP firmware update?

[@Bergerheim]

I am considering buying three cameras. I wonder what you are using for central, to which all cameras are connected? Is it possible to use a mobile phone that has a broadband subscription and run with a hot spot? Or do I have to use a computer and with a router and internet connection? My wish is that I could use a computer and, for example, have three cameras connected and record each camera in full screen that chooses in a live recording. Would be perfect if you could run multi-camera systems with Wyze Pan Cam 2 live in one during a worship service or concert live. Is this possible?

[@GrossTechnology]

The Wyze cameras all connect through their app so no need for any centralized system. Just download the app and view them wherever you are. They can only be used through their app, so no you couldn’t use a computer. Just need a WiFi signal near them all and the app on your phone or tablet and you are good.

[@alir665]

Subscribed can you suggest any in car dash cam, CCTV with cloud storage facility but not too expensive please

[@GrossTechnology]

A good CCTV system would be ones by either Reolink or AvertX makes really amazing ones as well. A dash cam, not really sure haven’t had great success with the ones I’ve tried so can’t help ya there.

[@alir665]

@@GrossTechnology Basically is want for car so if something wrong happens videos still saved on cloud for evidence and safety Any suggestion about it Thanks for quick response

[@GrossTechnology]

Oh you want a cloud connected car dash cam?

[@mikehogenmiller3546]

Working on adding cameras to my Mac but ran into an issue on blue stack where it will only add one camera, and then duplicate the same camera over and over, will not load the others I have. What am I doing incorrectly here?

[@GrossTechnology]

I've never added the cameras/ set them up with blue stacks. Have you tried to set them up using your phone, then once they are set up, use blue stacks? I only have used blue stacks for viewing what has already been set up. Could be an issue being on different networks, or just the fact that it is an emulator and not the real thing. But not really sure there.

[@johnmathewson985]

Am I mistaken here, but the wyze app let's me see real time camera views. I installed 4 cameras on my property did all the up dates including the one that reconizies people. I click on the wyze app and can choose any real time view. Is this RSTP?

[@GrossTechnology]

No, that is the normal function. RTSP allows you to view them from other ways outside of the Wyze app, be it your computer, or another security system. That is what RTsP is mainly used for.

[@the6ixconstrictors424]

For the PowerISO once you run it do you have to pay and subscribe or can you use it as a guest?

[@GrossTechnology]

Not sure why you need PowerISO, it’s not needed at all to install RTSP.

[@MrJerryjam]

Good video. good information. I have X10 Home Automation currently so I have been slow to incorporate WYZE products because my current automation is a Windows products. I have been waiting for a Windows OS program to be written and I am not good enough to write one myself so, since my current investments in my 'working'" home automation system is something I really am reluctant to abandon; I have been slow to even think about trying to incorporate any WYZE products. Seeing this video has convinced me of a possible way to do so by possibly using an older iPhone

[@dannyelam1631]

Something to note: "Using the RTSP firmware will prevent the camera from supporting any future functions or features in the Wyze App".

[@GrossTechnology]

You are exactly correct, I brought that out in my other video on the RTSP. Thanks for the info!

[@greenidguy9292]

Danny Elam However you can revert to the original firmware if you know what you’re doing.

[@dannyelam1631]

@@greenidguy9292 Good to know. Can you share the process?

[@TonyD-UK]

Im waiting and hoping for the ability for Smart Cam v2 while linked with Alexa for Alexa to Turn the lights on When the Smart Cam Detects Motion .

[@GrossTechnology]

Are you able to use smart cam with Wyze rtsp?

[@TonyD-UK]

Im completly a noob when it comes to cams.. the one i purchased was a NEOS smart cam ... i presumed it is exactly the same as Wyze as they look identical . is there a difference in product ?

[@GrossTechnology]

@@TonyD-UK It is very close as far as the hardware, but software and app side its totally different. But should be close I'd suspect.

[@TonyD-UK]

@@GrossTechnology ahh thanks for the Explanation .. i just presumed becasue they are identical Wyze and Neos cam products were the same :) .. i wondered why while watching Tutorial Videos that the App Menu's and Features where not exactly the same hehe thanks again.

[@elvisonstage]

Once you saved the V2 download to Desktop, how did you get both black screens up to paste the file to? Thanks!

[@GrossTechnology]

Oh, yeah, you just open two instances of the folders. So open up one for the desktop and the other for the micro sd card.

[@visionquest414]

great channel...can i do this on my chromebook?

[@GrossTechnology]

Yeah as long as you can download the VLC app

[@FreddietheFly]

Thank you. Set this up today.

[@GrossTechnology]

Great! Glad to help.

[@rtrey2436]

when i try to to open network stream in my VLC it wont open, it tried to open the orange circle goes around then stops ? i tried times numerous times

[@GrossTechnology]

Are you on the same network as the camera?

[@rtrey2436]

@@GrossTechnology i finally figured it out thanks

[@GrossTechnology]

Glade to hear!

[@burtwonderstone5315]

Will this work using Windows Media Player?

[@GrossTechnology]

Yes, but only in player 12. Open Windows media player and click on Organize on the top of the left side. Click on option and click on Network tab. Check on all the boxes . e.g. RTSP/UPD. Now click on Apply and Ok.