Quick Example
Connection Methods
RTSP URL Format
Connect from Camera
RTStream Object
After connecting, you receive an RTStream object:Retrieve Existing Streams
Get by ID
List All Streams
Playback URLs
Generate HLS/MP4 URLs for any time range using Unix timestamps:The
start and end parameters expect Unix timestamps (seconds since epoch), not relative time offsets.Supported Sources
Connection Notes
- Secure Storage - All video feeds are securely stored and accessible anytime
- Default Sample Rate - Streams are ingested at 1 fps by default
- Network - Ensure your RTSP source is accessible from VideoDB’s servers
What You Can Build
Baby Crib Monitoring
Real-time infant monitoring with AI-powered alerts
Intrusion Detection
Detect unauthorized access to restricted areas
Traffic Violations
Monitor traffic cameras for red light and stop sign violations
Next Steps
Real-time APIs
Index, transcribe, and set up alerts
Stream Lifecycle
Start, stop, and reconnect patterns