Automatic detection
Scans the network for the ROV's RTSP stream address so you do not have to configure anything.
ROV AutoConnect
Finds your ROV's RTSP stream and opens it in VLC, so nobody has to work out an IP address on the wharf.
Why we built it
Viewing an ROV feed shouldn't need a network engineer
The problem
Connecting an ROV over a network cable meant working out the right RTSP address by hand and typing it into VLC. That was:
- Time-consuming and technical
- Prone to user error
- Required networking knowledge
- Caused delays in operations
What AutoConnect does
Press one button and it:
- Scans network addresses by ping
- Finds the ROV's RTSP stream address
- Launches VLC Media Player
- Opens the video feed in fullscreen
Features
What it does
VLC integration
Launches VLC and opens the stream in fullscreen.
Progress tracking
A progress bar and status messages tell you what it is doing while it connects.
Editable stream list
The RTSP URL list lives in the script, so you can add addresses for your own ROV setup.
Windows executable
One file, no install, no Python runtime to set up on the laptop.
Open source
The source is on GitHub if you want to read it, fork it or send a fix.
How it works
Connected in seconds
1
Connect your ROV
Connect the ROV to your computer via network cable and power it on.
2
Launch AutoConnect
Run the executable. The interface opens with the connection options.
3
Let it scan
Click Connect and it works through the addresses until it finds the RTSP stream.
4
Watch the feed
VLC opens in fullscreen with the live feed.
System requirements
What you need to run it
Operating system Windows 10 or Windows 11
VLC Media Player Required (free download)
Network Ethernet connection to ROV
Installation None. Python is not required
Download
Free, no licence, no account. You will need VLC installed as well.
View source code on GitHub → Support & feedback
Where to get help
Report a bug
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Pull requests, documentation fixes and feature suggestions are all welcome.
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