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How to Connect to Annke IP Camera in C# .NET

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Brand Overview

Annke (Annke Innovation Co., Ltd.) is a consumer and prosumer security camera brand based in Hong Kong, primarily selling through Amazon and direct-to-consumer channels. Annke cameras are manufactured using Hikvision OEM hardware, and most models use Hikvision-compatible firmware and RTSP URL patterns. Annke offers competitive pricing on PoE cameras, NVRs, and complete surveillance kits.

Key facts:

  • Product lines: C-series (IP cameras), CZ-series (PTZ), NC-series (NVRs), I-series (turret/dome)
  • Protocol support: RTSP, ONVIF Profile S, HTTP/CGI
  • Default RTSP port: 554
  • Default credentials: admin / (set during initial setup; some models: admin / admin)
  • ONVIF support: Yes (all current models)
  • Video codecs: H.264, H.265 (4MP and above)
  • OEM base: Hikvision (most models use Hikvision-compatible firmware)

Annke Uses Hikvision Firmware

Most Annke cameras use Hikvision OEM firmware. The RTSP URL format (/Streaming/Channels/) is identical to Hikvision. See our Hikvision connection guide for additional details and troubleshooting.

RTSP URL Patterns

Standard URL Format

Annke cameras use the Hikvision Streaming/Channels URL pattern:

rtsp://[USERNAME]:[PASSWORD]@[IP]:554/Streaming/Channels/[CHANNEL_ID]
Channel ID Stream Description
101 Main stream Full resolution
102 Sub stream Lower resolution
103 Third stream Mobile-optimized (if supported)

Camera Models

Model Resolution Main Stream URL Audio
C500 (5MP bullet) 2592x1944 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
C800 (4K bullet) 3840x2160 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
C1200 (12MP bullet) 4000x3000 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
CZ400 (4MP PTZ) 2560x1440 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
I91BN (4K turret) 3840x2160 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
I91BM (4K dome) 3840x2160 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Yes
NC400 (4ch NVR) N/A See NVR section N/A
N48PAW (8ch PoE NVR) N/A See NVR section N/A

NVR Channel URLs

For Annke NVRs (NC400, N48PAW, N46PCK, etc.):

Channel Main Stream Sub Stream
Camera 1 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/102
Camera 2 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/201 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/202
Camera N rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/N01 rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/N02

Alternative URL Formats

Some Annke models (especially non-Hikvision OEM variants) use different URL patterns:

URL Pattern Notes
rtsp://IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 Hikvision-style (most models)
rtsp://IP:554/h264/ch1/main/av_stream Older Hikvision firmware
rtsp://IP:554/cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0 Dahua-style (some older models)

Connecting with VisioForge SDK

Use your Annke camera's RTSP URL with any of the three SDK approaches shown in the Quick Start Guide:

// Annke C800 (4K bullet), main stream
var uri = new Uri("rtsp://192.168.1.90:554/Streaming/Channels/101");
var username = "admin";
var password = "YourPassword";

For sub-stream access, use /Streaming/Channels/102 instead.

Snapshot and MJPEG URLs

Type URL Pattern Notes
JPEG Snapshot http://IP/ISAPI/Streaming/channels/101/picture Requires digest auth
MJPEG Stream http://IP/ISAPI/Streaming/channels/102/httpPreview Sub stream as MJPEG
Legacy Snapshot http://IP/Streaming/channels/1/picture Older firmware

Troubleshooting

Camera requires activation

Annke cameras with newer firmware require initial activation (password setup) before RTSP access works. Use the camera's web interface at http://CAMERA_IP or Annke's SADP-compatible discovery tool.

Hikvision URL format not working

Some Annke models use different OEM firmware. If /Streaming/Channels/101 does not work, try:

  1. /h264/ch1/main/av_stream (older Hikvision firmware)
  2. /cam/realmonitor?channel=1&subtype=0 (Dahua-style)
  3. Use ONVIF discovery to automatically retrieve the correct stream URL

H.265 stream issues

Annke 4K cameras (C800, I91BN) default to H.265 encoding. If playback fails, switch the camera to H.264 in the web interface or install the HEVC decoder redistributable.

FAQ

What is the default RTSP URL for Annke cameras?

Most Annke cameras use rtsp://admin:password@CAMERA_IP:554/Streaming/Channels/101 for the main stream. Use channel 102 for the sub stream. This is the same format as Hikvision cameras.

Are Annke cameras Hikvision OEMs?

Most Annke cameras use Hikvision OEM hardware and firmware. The RTSP URL format, web interface, and API are typically identical to Hikvision. Some Annke models may use different OEM bases.

Do Annke cameras support ONVIF?

Yes. All current Annke cameras support ONVIF Profile S, providing standardized discovery and stream access.

Can I mix Annke cameras with Hikvision NVRs?

Yes. Since Annke cameras use Hikvision-compatible protocols, they work natively with Hikvision NVRs and vice versa. You can also mix Annke cameras into any ONVIF-compatible NVR or VMS.