See what is ready today before you download.
Download ScopeDock, confirm platform status, and review current compatibility details for USB UVC, RTSP, and ONVIF workflows.
Current public track: ScopeDock 0.1.0
The download page now treats compatibility, requirements, and known limits as part of the conversion flow, not as afterthoughts.
Download only after a fit check
This collection exists so download and compatibility information can become its own editable content type instead of being buried inside product copy or hardcoded in page components.
The download page now states the practical decision points first
This helps people decide whether to continue with installation before they hit the package button.
Available today
macOS is the current public release target.
Windows and Linux stay clearly marked as planned so the site does not over-claim current support.
Connectivity
USB UVC, RTSP, ONVIF, and up to four sources.
These are the compatibility anchors users need before they spend time on setup.
Before you install
Check permissions, storage, and local network reachability.
Those factors matter most when the workflow includes RTSP, ONVIF, or local recording.
Current boundary
ScopeDock is a lightweight inspection tool, not a surveillance suite.
Known limits are presented directly so the download page stays honest.
Platform status
First-stage launch centers on an English website and a clearly explained ScopeDock availability story, not a vague "coming everywhere soon" message.
macOS
Current first-release target with download guidance, permissions notes, and compatibility details.
Windows
Not available in this first website phase yet. Keep an eye on the blog and support pages for future rollout notes.
Linux
Not available in this phase. Compatibility and packaging details will be published only when they are meaningful.
Platform status reference
This table gives a more literal compatibility snapshot for readers who want facts faster than marketing language.
| Platform | Status | Details | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| macOS | Available now | Current first-stage launch target with local camera permissions and file access workflows documented. | Primary platform in the first website release. |
| Windows | Planned | Not yet available. Public download should only appear when the build and support story are ready. | Future roadmap item. |
| Linux | Planned | Not yet available in this first release. Compatibility details will come later rather than being guessed. | Future roadmap item. |
Before you download
These are the checks a practical user should make before starting installation.
Check 1
Confirm the platform scope
ScopeDock is currently presented as available on macOS. Windows and Linux stay clearly marked as planned.
Check 2
Match the camera path
Decide whether your workflow is USB UVC, RTSP manual input, ONVIF discovery, or a lightweight multi-source mix.
Check 3
Plan permissions and storage
Camera access, local storage, and network reachability all matter more than marketing copy when the workflow becomes real.
Check 4
Know your next help stop
If your setup is uncertain, move to Support or Contact before assuming the app should fit every device variation.
Connectivity support
Protocol and source support belongs on the download page because it helps people judge fit before setup.
USB UVC
Compatible USB camera devices and many USB microscopes can enter the workflow through a UVC path.
RTSP
Manual RTSP input supports network camera workflows that need local viewing and capture.
ONVIF discovery
Device discovery helps speed up setup when the network camera environment exposes ONVIF services.
Multi-source layout
The current product direction supports up to four sources in a lightweight workspace.
Protocol and source reference
This table is meant to be easy to scan, quote, and compare during evaluation.
| Capability | What it covers | When it matters |
|---|---|---|
| USB UVC | Compatible USB camera devices and many USB microscopes can enter the workflow through a UVC path. | Best fit when your camera behaves like a standard local USB path. |
| RTSP | Manual RTSP input supports network camera workflows that need local viewing and capture. | Best fit when you need local access to an IP camera without adopting a surveillance suite. |
| ONVIF discovery | Device discovery helps speed up setup when the network camera environment exposes ONVIF services. | Useful when discovery support exists and you want setup to feel lighter. |
| Multi-source layout | The current product direction supports up to four sources in a lightweight workspace. | Supports lightweight side-by-side source review without turning the UI into a dense wall. |
What ScopeDock currently supports
Users should be able to decide quickly whether the app fits their device and workflow before spending time on setup.
USB UVC
Plug in compatible USB microscopes and camera devices that expose a UVC interface.
RTSP input
Add manual RTSP sources when your workflow depends on IP cameras or networked inspection devices.
ONVIF discovery
Use ONVIF device discovery to speed up camera onboarding where discovery support is available.
Up to four sources
The current product direction supports lightweight multi-source layouts rather than large surveillance grids.
If the first evaluation goes wrong
The download page should still point users toward the right diagnosis path when a setup is not immediately clear.
Device not detected
Re-check whether the camera exposes a USB UVC path and whether macOS permissions were granted correctly.
RTSP or ONVIF issues
Confirm local network reachability, standards support, and whether your device behaves like the common happy path described on the site.
File or storage confusion
Review local storage assumptions and then move into Support if file handling or capture expectations still feel unclear.
Use temporary product-style screenshots until the real batch is ready
These virtual screenshots make the download page feel more concrete now and can later be swapped directly for the real installation, workbench, and source-setup captures.
Virtual main workbench preview
This preview gives the download page a more product-like proof block before the real workbench screenshot is available.
Virtual permissions flow
This mock lets the download page communicate first-run requirements more concretely while the real permissions capture is still pending.
Virtual source setup flow
This mock helps people picture the onboarding path now and will later be replaced by the real setup screenshot without changing page structure.
Read these before or during setup
These guides answer the most common pre-download and early-evaluation questions.
How ONVIF discovery differs from manual RTSP in ScopeDock
ONVIF discovery and manual RTSP solve different setup problems. ONVIF can make camera onboarding lighter, while RTSP is the direct path when you already know the stream endpoint.
How to troubleshoot camera permissions on macOS for ScopeDock
If a camera is not showing up in ScopeDock on macOS, the first checks are usually permissions, source type, and whether the device behaves like a standard local camera path.
What to check before downloading ScopeDock on macOS
Before downloading ScopeDock on macOS, check platform scope, source type, permissions, storage expectations, and whether your workflow matches a lightweight local-first inspection tool.
System requirements
- Grant camera permission when macOS prompts for device access.
- Keep enough local storage for snapshots, recordings, and saved session files.
- Make sure RTSP and ONVIF devices are reachable from the same local network when relevant.
- Use standards-based or common-compatible camera endpoints for the best chance of a smooth first evaluation.
Current boundaries
- ScopeDock is not positioned as a large surveillance wall or enterprise monitoring suite.
- Only macOS is actively presented as available in this phase.
- Compatibility varies by device implementation, especially on network camera workflows.
Common download and compatibility questions
These answers handle the questions users most often ask before or during a first installation attempt.
Does ScopeDock upload my video by default?
No default cloud upload flow is part of the product positioning. ScopeDock is presented as a local-first tool, and the website keeps that boundary clear in both product and support copy.
What cameras are supported?
The current site explains support around USB UVC devices, RTSP manual input, and ONVIF discovery workflows. Exact compatibility can still vary by device implementation, especially for network cameras.
Does ScopeDock support RTSP?
Yes. The current first-stage product messaging includes RTSP manual input as one of the core connectivity paths for lightweight inspection workflows.
How many sources can I connect at once?
The website currently describes ScopeDock as supporting up to four sources in a lightweight multi-source layout. That limit is part of keeping the product focused on practical inspection work rather than dense surveillance-style grids.
Is ScopeDock available on Windows?
Not in this first website phase. Windows is represented as planned so users do not mistake the current support scope.
Need a clearer compatibility answer?
Use Support for self-serve guidance or Contact if you need to ask about a specific workflow, device family, or deployment context.