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Cameras

ACCELERO supports the use of webcams and IP cameras to capture photos during person registration.

Navigation path: Settings > Cameras

Cameras list screen

The list displays all registered cameras with the columns Description, Type, and Actions.

Supported Camera Types​

Webcams​

Webcams connected directly to the registration workstation computer are automatically detected by the browser and can be used without additional configuration.

IP Cameras​

Network cameras can be configured for remote photo capture.

Requirements for IP Cameras​

For an IP camera to be used in ACCELERO, it must meet the following requirements:

RequirementDescription
HTTP StreamsMust support video streams via HTTP
HTTP SnapshotsMust support snapshots (still photos) via HTTP
AuthenticationMust support Basic authentication or unauthenticated access
Local networkMust be on the same logical network as the registration workstation
Direct Communication

Communication with IP cameras is performed directly from the browser to the camera, without going through the ACCELERO server. For this reason, the camera must be reachable on the workstation's local network.

RTSP/HTTP Gateways

It is possible to use RTSP/HTTP gateways to adapt cameras that do not meet the requirements, but this is outside the scope of this manual.

Configuring IP Cameras​

When you click "+ New camera" or the pencil icon of an existing camera, the edit screen is displayed:

Camera edit screen

Configuration Fields​

FieldDescription
DescriptionCamera name that will be shown on capture screens
TypeType of camera to be used
Stream addressFull URL for retrieving the HTTP video stream
Snapshot addressFull URL for retrieving the HTTP snapshot (photo)
Username(Optional) Username for camera authentication
Password(Optional) Password for camera authentication
Camera Types

The type available for IP cameras is Standard IP Camera - direct access. Other types may be available depending on the system version and configuration — consult technical support.

How to Get Camera URLs​

The stream and snapshot addresses vary depending on the camera manufacturer.

Common Examples​

Hikvision:

Stream: http://CAMERA_IP/ISAPI/Streaming/channels/101
Snapshot: http://CAMERA_IP/ISAPI/Streaming/channels/1/picture

Dahua:

Stream: http://CAMERA_IP/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0
Snapshot: http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/snapshot.cgi

Intelbras (Mibo Model):

Stream: http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/mjpeg
Snapshot: http://CAMERA_IP/cgi-bin/snapshot.cgi
Consult the Manufacturer

The exact URLs must be obtained from the camera manufacturer or in the equipment's technical documentation.

Use in Registration​

After configuring IP cameras:

  1. Go to the registration of a Person
  2. Open the Photos tab
  3. Select the desired camera in the selector
  4. View the live preview
  5. Click the capture button to take the photo

See People - Photos for more details.

Troubleshooting​

Camera does not appear in the list​

Cause: Camera was not configured

Solution: Verify that the camera was registered in Settings > Cameras

Preview does not load​

Possible causes:

  • Incorrect stream address
  • Camera outside the local network
  • Incorrect authentication credentials
  • Firewall blocking access

Solution:

  1. Test the stream URL directly in the browser
  2. Check network connectivity
  3. Confirm username and password

Snapshot does not work​

Cause: Incorrect snapshot address

Solution: Consult the manufacturer's documentation for the correct snapshot URL

Best Practices​

  1. Use compatible cameras: Check compatibility before purchase

  2. Configure authentication: Always use username and password for security

  3. Test before production: Validate stream and snapshot before using in operation

  4. Document the URLs: Keep a record of the URLs of each camera model

  5. Dedicated network: Consider using a separate VLAN for IP cameras

  6. Image quality: Configure adequate resolution (not too high to avoid lag)

  7. Lighting: Ensure adequate lighting at the capture location

Next Steps​

  • People - Learn how to capture photos during registration
  • Controllers - Configure controllers for camera integration
  • Integrations - See advanced camera integrations