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I found this software by searching the internet to find some way to use the bird nest camera I've bought. It works but I can't see a way to use it without recording what I'm seeing. Is this possible, or have I chosen the wrong software? I just want to set it up to watch what is happening, and to record bits when I choose, not all the time.

If you're able to use VLC to stream to a file then it should be possible to view the stream in real time, although perhaps you meant you're able to do that without VLC?

If it's an IP camera, there may be a way of opening the video stream. If there is one you might be able to open it in VLC via "Media >> Open Network Stream...".

Also VLC does have a "Record" button (to see it go to "View >> Advanced Controls") which provides an easy way of writing the stream to a file (should go into "My Videos" on Windows), if you're able to see the content and want to capture it.

Arite.

Is it an IP camera? You should be able to directly connect to any decent IP camera by simply putting the ip address into a browser. They often lock you into some proprietary software for viewing the stream though.

What is the model? What does the manual say about how you should view it?