Frequently Asked Question

Manual resolution and advanced media processing options help match the source format to what the VMS/NVR can decode, display and record reliably.

Definitions

• Transcoding: decode and re-encode to a different codec or format.
• Transmuxing: change container or transport while preserving encoded media where possible.
• Transrating: adjust bitrate while preserving the desired output format.
• Scaling: change output resolution, including 4K or reduced profiles.

Recommended approach

• Use the simplest processing path that works with the target VMS/NVR.
• Avoid unnecessary transcoding when source and recorder formats already match.
• For 4K, test CPU/GPU usage and recorder storage bandwidth.
• For multi-stream deployments, test all streams running together.

Recorder compatibility

• Some recorders limit maximum resolution, bitrate, frame rate or codec profile.
• If a stream fails, start with lower resolution and H.264, then increase quality step by step.

Related documentation:

• Video Stream Settings
• Advanced Settings
• Media URL Parameters

Visual reference