By default, the configuration.xml file is located in the folder: c:\Program Data\OnSSI\RC-X where 'X' represents the model (e.g. RC-C, RC-I, RC-P)
Reminder: Program Data is a hidden folder by default so you may need to change your Windows view settings in order to locate this folder.
If the device was not in the Device Finder list, a unicast message will be sent via UPnP and ONVIF to the device, requesting its information (i.e. manufacturer, model).
If the unicast message succeeds, the device will be added to the devices found list and highlighted with a green background. Information, such as the name of the device, is used from the configuration. Manufacturer and type come from the device directly and are used for the regular matching process to preselect the correct driver (if possible).
In the example shown below, the three devices shown in green were successfully contacted via UPnP. For the device highlighted in red, there was an issue with the communication. Notice though that the Manufacturer and driver name are shown in the area below the drop-down menus. You can select the corresponding fields from the drop-downs to manually set this data. Also, in all cases using a configuration.xml import, you must manually enter the device's username and password.
The next example shows an import using a .CSV file. Notice that it too can be unsuccessful if the devices are not configured with the UPnP protocol. You can select the Manufacturer and Type for these manually.
Notice too that you can set Record on Motion as you add cameras with the Device Finder. You can also set Record on Motion using the multi-configuration feature.
The ONVIF standard states that when requesting device information, authentication is required. Therefore, there could be some devices that do not respond properly. The example below using the manufacturer Axis, shows where the authentication is necessary before getting the details from the camera. In order to request ONVIF information from Axis, an ONVIF user (administrator profile preferred) must be added via the camera’s web-configuration page.
The import tool also uses UPnP. This protocol must be enabled on the camera in order for the search to work during a configuration.xml import. Here's an example of another Axis camera's configuration webpage showing that UPnP is enabled.