What types of IP cameras work with Stream Relay?
Any IP camera that outputs an RTSP stream will work, covering the vast majority of cameras on the market including Axis, Hikvision, Dahua, and any ONVIF-compatible device. Your camera simply needs to be accessible over a network connection from MediaCP. Video must be H.264 encoded with AAC audio.
Does my camera or encoder need to be exposed to the internet?
No. MediaCP reaches out to pull your stream, so your camera can stay safely behind your firewall. You do not need to open inbound ports or expose your camera to the public internet. Your local network setup stays exactly as it is.
What protocols does Stream Relay support for ingest?
Stream Relay supports RTSP for IP cameras, RTMP for encoders and streaming software, HLS, and MPEG-TS. Most IP cameras, hardware encoders, and broadcast software are compatible without any configuration changes at the source.
How much bandwidth does my source location need?
Only enough to send one stream to MediaCP. A 5Mbps upload supports a 1080p relay, with MediaCP distributing that stream to unlimited simultaneous viewers via CDN. Your local connection handles only the source upload, not the viewer load.
Can I record and archive the relay stream?
Yes. Automatic recording can be enabled on any relay channel. Each session is saved directly to your MediaCP media library and stored for as long as you need. You can build a full archive of footage without any manual steps or third-party storage setup.
Can I simulcast a relay channel to Facebook or YouTube?
Yes. Once ingested, a relay stream can be simultaneously pushed to any combination of destinations including Facebook, YouTube, Twitch, custom RTMP endpoints, and satellite distribution channels, all from the same channel and the same source stream.
Is the relay stream secure and encrypted?
Yes. All relay streams are protected with SSL encryption from ingest through to delivery. Your camera communicates securely with MediaCP, and your viewers receive an encrypted stream. Optional paywall and access control features let you restrict who can watch and require payment or authentication.