How to stream a Bosch camera on a website
Bosch produces professional IP cameras across different generations. RTSP URI format and stream numbering can vary by series and firmware, so check the exact model documentation or retrieve the URL via ONVIF before connecting.
Validate RTSP URLPrepare the camera
Find the local IP and RTSP port, typically TCP 554. Create a separate account with minimum view permissions and a strong unique password. Do not use the administrator account.
Typical Bosch RTSP URLs
Stream instance 1
Stream instance 2
The inst parameter selects the encoder instance on compatible Bosch series. It is not universal for all models. Do not assume this path blindly: verify available instances in documentation, ONVIF profile data, or the camera web interface.
Example and port mapping
Reserve the camera's local IP and forward external TCP port 10554 to the actual RTSP port.
Step-by-step guide: "How to configure port mapping". If your ISP uses CGNAT, use an alternative connection method.
Connection through software agent
If the site has no public IP address or opening an RTSP port on the router is not possible, install the rtsp.me software agent on a computer or mini PC in the same local network as the camera.
The agent receives the local Bosch RTSP stream and sends it to rtsp.me over an outbound connection. In this case, port mapping and an internet-exposed RTSP port are not required.
Windows, Linux, and ARM are supported. Setup and configuration are described in "IP camera streaming agent without static IP".
Add the camera
- Get the exact stream URI for your model.
- Insert the dedicated user, public address, and external port.
- Validate the URL on rtsp.me.
- Add the camera and embed the player on your website.