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UniFi Video Cameras

Cameras · Security

Partly works

2 reports: 2 say it partly works.

Reported on r/homebridge without a plugin from our list.

What people report

PluginStatusWhat they saidConnectsSource
homebridge-unifi-videoPartly worksCameras not appearing after 10+ hours; commenters suggest RTSP and pairing code steps
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… be the key inside of the "". ​ When you reload, the log should show the same messages you were seeing, but then also see things like: ​ \[UniFi Video (ffmpeg)\] Published 4 camera accessories. \[6/22/2019, 1:39:15 PM\] \[UniFi Video (ffmpeg)\] Initializing platform accessory 'Front Yard Motion Sensor'... \[6/22/2019, 1:39:15 PM\] \[UniFi Video (ffmpeg)\] Initializing platform accessory 'Front Street Motion Sensor'... \[6/22/2019, 1:39:15 PM\] \[UniFi Video (ffmpeg)\] Initializing platform accessory 'Garage Motion Sensor'... \[6/22/2019, 1:39:15 PM\] \[UniFi Video (ffmpeg)\] …

Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22.

Connection not statedReddit thread · 2019-06
unifi video ffmpeg pluginPartly worksiOS 13 beta lost motion notification snapshot attachments
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Same is happening to me, I’m using homebridge with the unifi video ffmpeg plug-in

Excerpt saved from Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-22.

Connection not statedReddit comment · 2019-07

Each row is one report from a plugin’s GitHub issues, pull requests, discussions, wiki or docs, or from r/homebridge. Check the date and the linked thread before you buy.

In ReReHome

Once a Homebridge plugin publishes it, this device reaches Apple Home as a HomeKit accessory behind your Homebridge bridge, so ReReHome shows and controls it like any other.

Identifiers

BrandUbiquiti
CategoryCameras

Also reported as

  • UniFi Video cameras