Stream Performance
Connection Strings
rtsp:///h264Preview_01_main
rtsp:///
rtsp:////h265Preview_01_main
rtmp:///bcs/channel0_ext.bcs?channel=0&stream=2&user=[USERNAME]&password=[PASSWORD]
OpticLink Index
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Technical Specifications
| Image Sensor | 1/2.8" CMOS sensor |
| Video Resolution | Default: 3840×2160 (8.0 Megapixels) at 25 fps |
| Lens | f=2.7–13.5mm F=1.6–3.3, zoom module |
| Optical Zoom | 5× |
| Video Format | H.265 |
| Field of View | Horizontal: 105° – 31°; Vertical: 55° – 17° |
| Day & Night | Auto-switching with IR-cut filter |
| Infrared Night Vision | Up to 60 meters (190 ft) (LED: 4pcs/ 28mil/850nm) |
| Color Night Vision | Spotlight: 3pcs/5700K/945 lumens |
| Audio | Built-in microphone and speaker |
| PoE | IEEE 802.3at, 48V Active |
| DC Power | DC 12.0V 2A, <24W |
| Power | DC power port |
| System | Reset button |
| Ethernet | One 10M/100Mbps; RJ45 |
| Storage | microSD card slot (Max. 256GB) |
| Pan & Tilt Range | Pan: 360°, Tilt: 0°–90° |
| Pan Speed | 2.5°–150°/s (speed can be set) |
| Tilt Speed | 1.5°–60°/s (speed can be set) |
| Preset Points | 64 |
| Patrol | 1 patrol; up to 16 presets per patrol |
| Auto Tracking | YES |
| Power-off Memory Function | YES |
| Frame Rate | Mainstream: 2fps – 25fps (default: 25fps); Substream: 4fps – 15fps (default: 10fps) |
| Code Rate | Mainstream: 4096Kbps – 8192Kbps (default: 6144Kbps); Substream: 64Kbps – 512Kbps (default: 256Kbps) |
| Browsers Supported | Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari |
| OS Supported | PC: Windows, Mac OS; Smartphone: iOS, Android |
| Smart Alarm | Motion detection; person detection; vehicle detection; pet detection |
| Record Mode | Motion-triggered recording (default); 24/7 recording; scheduled recording |
| Protocols & Standards | HTTPS, SSL, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, IPv4, UPnP, RTSP, RTMP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, P2P |
| Maximal User Access | 20 Users (1 admin account & 19 user accounts); support up to 12 simultaneous video streams (10 substreams & 2 mainstreams) |
| Smart Home | Google Assistant |
| Temperature | -10°C to +55°C (14°F to 131°F) |
| Humidity | 10% – 90% |
| Weatherproof | IP66 |
| Dimensions | Φ136*201mm |
| Weight | 1.8kg |
| Limited Warranty | 2-year limited warranty. For support, visit https://support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/ |
Raw Datasheet ExtractRLC-823A Smart 4K Ultra HD PTZ IP Camera; Person/Vehicle Detection & Color Night Vision • Person/Vehicle Detection • Auto Tracking • Pan, Tilt & Zoom Specifications Video & Audio Image Sensor 1/2.8" CMOS sensor Default: 3840×2160 (8.0 Megapixels) at Video Resolution 25 fps Lens f=2.7–13.5mm F=1.6–3.3, zoom module Optical Zoom 5× Video Format H.265 Horizontal: 105° – 31°; Field of View Vertical: 55° – 17° Day & Night Auto-switching with IR-cut filter Up to 60 meters (190 ft) (LED: 4pcs/ Infrared Night Vision 28mil/850nm) Color Night Vision Spotlight: 3pcs/5700K/945 lumens Audio Two-way audio Power PoE IEEE 802.3at, 48V Active DC Power DC 12.0V 2A, <24W\nInterface Power DC power port System Reset button Ethernet One 10M/100Mbps; RJ45 Storage microSD card slot (Max. 256GB) Audio Built-in microphone and speaker Pan & Tilt Pan & Tilt Range Pan: 360°, Tilt: 0°–90° Pan Speed 2.5°–150°/s (speed can be set) Tilt Speed 1.5°–60°/s (speed can be set) Preset Points 64 Patrol 1 patrol; up to 16 presets per patrol Auto Tracking YES Power-off Memory Function YES Software Features Mainstream: 2fps – 25fps (default: Frame Rate 25fps); Substream: 4fps – 15fps (default: 10fps) Mainstream: 4096Kbps – 8192Kbps (default: 6144Kbps); Code Rate Substream: 64Kbps – 512Kbps (default: 256Kbps) Browsers Supported Edge, Chrome, Firefox, Safari PC: Windows, Mac OS; Smartphone: OS Supported iOS, Android Motion detection; person detection; Smart Alarm vehicle detection; pet detection Motion-triggered recording (default); Record Mode 24/7 recording; scheduled recording HTTPS, SSL, TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP, IPv4, Protocols & Standards UPnP, RTSP, RTMP, SMTP, NTP, DHCP, DNS, DDNS, FTP, P2P\n20 Users (1 admin account & 19 user accounts); Maximal User Access support up to 12 simultaneous video streams (10 substreams & 2 mainstreams) Smart Home Google Assistant Working Environment Temperature -10°C to +55°C (14°F to 131°F) Humidity 10% – 90% Weatherproof IP66 Size & Weight Dimensions Φ136*201mm Weight 1.8kg Warranty 2-year limited warranty. For support, Limited Warranty visit https://support.reolink.com/hc/en-us/ Gallery & Specs 1. Metal Housing 2. Daylight Sensor 3. IR LED 4. High-Definition Lens (f=2.7mm-13.5mm) 5. Spotlight\n1. microSD Card Slot 1. Power 2. Reset Button 3. Earth Wire 4. Network 5. Waterproof Lid www.reolink.com\n |
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Surveillance Deployment & Architectural Overview
The Reolink Rlc 823A represents a dedicated node within modern security frameworks. Specialized for Fixed deployment, this camera integrates a high-definition video sensor imaging engine designed to capture high-density video data under variable lighting profiles. Equipped with a f=2.7–13.5mm F=1.6–3.3, zoom module configuration, the physical optical assembly yields optimized depth of field calculations suited for both residential perimeter surveillance and strategic commercial placements.
Streaming parameters are architected around high-efficiency codecs. The main stream operates up to a maximum framerate of 25 FPS, supplying dense frame arrays for primary analytical recording. The sub-stream runs at N/A FPS to deliver highly responsive live viewing across network clients without triggering performance bottlenecks. High-fidelity audio capabilities are Supported, enabling synchronous monitoring of surrounding acoustic environments.
OpticLink Pro Deployment & Smart Home Integration
OpticLink Pro Connection
OpticLink Pro is the native, premium Windows multi-camera management application designed for seamless connection to the Reolink Rlc 823A. It leverages low-overhead hardware acceleration and memory-efficient streaming routines to handle high-resolution inputs without CPU bottlenecking. Simply copy the generated connection string below directly into the OpticLink Pro interface to establish instant, privacy-first surveillance feeds and synchronous recording.
Home Automation & Advanced Streaming
Maximize the full potential of your Reolink Rlc 823A hardware. OpticLink Pro natively integrates with the camera's high-fidelity audio streams and provides advanced RTSP controls. Additionally, this connection is fully compatible with home automation servers such as Home Assistant, enabling you to build responsive live-view dashboard blocks, trigger smart sensory scenes, and control smart remote modules like QuickRemote for Roku.
Hardware Diagnostics & LED Troubleshooting Status
Refer to the following structured troubleshooting framework to resolve connection dropouts, network handshake errors, or boot failures on the Reolink hardware.
| LED Status Code | Operational Phase | Diagnostic / Resolving Action |
|---|---|---|
| Solid Red / Solid Amber | Booting / System Initialization | Hardware powering up. If this status persists for more than 180 seconds, verify stable current output on your PoE switch or local DC adapter. Perform physical power cycle or hard reset. |
| Flashing Amber / Orange | No Network / IP Address Pending | Network cable detected but DHCP handshake failed. Confirm physical connection to active switchport. Inspect DHCP server logs for MAC address registration anomalies. |
| Flashing Blue / Green | Wi-Fi Connecting / Local Handshake | Camera attempting local network authentication. Ensure the target SSID broadcast is active on the 2.4GHz band (or 5GHz where supported) and WPA/WPA2 password parameters are correct. |
| Solid Blue / Solid Green | Normal Active Operation | Authentication verified, active IP address leased, RTSP listener ready. Safe to initiate integration strings. |
Written by Christopher Istvan
Developer of OpticLink ProChristopher Istvan is a security technology writer and the Developer of OpticLink Pro. Specializing in high-fidelity RTSP video routing, surveillance networking protocols, and smart home automation architectures, Christopher compiles granular, clinical documentation directly from physical hardware teardowns and manufacturers' low-level datasheets.
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