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# FlytBase Video Streaming — Updated Behavior

We’ve introduced an update to **docking station video feeds**, designed to give you more control while reducing **unnecessary network bandwidth consumption** — especially valuable for teams on **Starlink, 4G, or 5G connections**.

Continuous dock video streaming isn’t always required. With this update, you can choose whether the dock video is **always available** (e.g., for third-party VMS) or runs **only when you need it** to optimize bandwidth.

#### **How It Works:**

* Toggle optimisation under *Device Settings → Video Stream Control*.
* **Optimisation Enabled**: Dock video stops automatically when the drone lands and enters *Standby/Idle*. RTSP output is not available in this mode.
* **Optimisation Disabled**: Dock video can be started/stopped manually from the dashboard. When started, it is available both on the dashboard and via RTSP.
* **Continuous Streaming**: If you need a permanent RTSP feed into a VMS like **Genetec** or **Milestone**, keep optimisation disabled and press **Start Video Feed** once — the dock will continue streaming until stopped.

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**Why This Matters**

* **Save bandwidth** when dock video isn’t needed
* **Maintain uninterrupted VMS feeds** when required
* **Stay in control** of when the dock publishes video
* **Reduce network costs** on satellite/cellular links

*This update ensures your **dock video is there when you need it** — while avoiding unnecessary background streaming when you don’t.*