homebridge-camera-ffmpeg

ffmpeg plugin for Homebridge

Installation

1. Install ffmpeg on your Mac
2. Install this plugin using: npm install -g homebridge-camera-ffmpeg
3. Edit config.json and add the camera.
4. Run Homebridge
5. Add extra camera accessories in Home app. The setup code is the same as homebridge.

Config.json Example

{
  "platform": "Camera-ffmpeg",
  "cameras": [
    {
      "name": "Camera Name",
      "videoConfig": {
      	"source": "-re -i rtsp://myfancy_rtsp_stream",
        "stillImageSource": "-i http://faster_still_image_grab_url/this_is_optional.jpg",
      	"maxStreams": 2,
      	"maxWidth": 1280,
      	"maxHeight": 720,
      	"maxFPS": 30
      }
    }
  ]
}

Incidentally, check iSpyConnect's camera database to find likely protocols and URLs to try with your camera.