AXIS P1357-E Network Camera

User Manual
About this document Regulatory information
This manual is intended for administrators and users of AXIS P1357-E Europe
Network Camera, and is applicable to firmware 6.50 and later. It
includes instructions for using and managing the product on your This product complies with the applicable CE marking directives
network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when using and harmonized standards:
this product. Some knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems may • Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/EU. See
also be useful when developing shell scripts and applications. Later Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) on page 2 .
versions of this document will be posted at www.axis.com. See also the • Low Voltage (LVD) Directive 2014/35/EU. See Safety on page 3 .
product’s online help, available through the web-based interface. • Restrictions of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive 2011/65/EU.
Legal considerations See Disposal and recycling on page 3 .
A copy of the original declaration of conformity may be obtained from
Video and audio surveillance can be regulated by laws that vary from Axis Communications AB. See Contact information on page 3 .
country to country. Check the laws in your local region before using
this product for surveillance purposes. Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
This product includes the following licences: This equipment has been designed and tested to fulfill applicable
standards for:
• one (1) AAC decoder license
• one (1) H.264 decoder license • Radio frequency emission when installed according to the
To purchase further licenses, contact your reseller. instructions and used in its intended environment.
• Immunity to electrical and electromagnetic phenomena when
Liability installed according to the instructions and used in its intended
environment.
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this document. Please USA
inform your local Axis office of any inaccuracies or omissions. Axis This equipment has been tested using a shielded network cable (STP)
Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
product and manuals without prior notice. Axis Communications AB to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
within this document, including, but not limited to, the implied radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible for incidental or communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
or use of this material. This product is only to be used for its intended cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
purpose. can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
Intellectual property rights encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Axis AB has intellectual property rights relating to technology embodied
in the product described in this document. In particular, and without • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
limitation, these intellectual property rights may include one or more • Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
of the patents listed at www.axis.com/patent.htm and one or more • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
additional patents or pending patent applications in the US and other that to which the receiver is connected.
countries. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
The product shall be connected using a shielded network cable (STP)
This product contains licensed third-party software. See the menu item that is properly grounded.
“About” in the product’s user interface for more information.
Canada
This product contains source code copyright Apple Computer, This digital apparatus complies with CAN ICES-3 (Class B). The product
Inc., under the terms of Apple Public Source License 2.0 (see shall be connected using a shielded network cable (STP) that is
www.opensource.apple.com/apsl). The source code is available from properly grounded. Cet appareil numérique est conforme à la norme
https://developer.apple.com/bonjour/ CAN NMB-3 (classe B). Le produit doit être connecté à l'aide d'un câble
réseau blindé (STP) qui est correctement mis à la terre.
Equipment modifications
This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the Europe
instructions given in the user documentation. This equipment contains This digital equipment fulfills the requirements for RF emission
no user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment changes or according to the Class B limit of EN 55022. The product shall be
modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications connected using a shielded network cable (STP) that is properly
and approvals. grounded.
This product fulfills the requirements for immunity according
Trademark acknowledgments to EN 61000-6-1 residential, commercial and light-industrial
AXIS COMMUNICATIONS, AXIS, ETRAX, ARTPEC and VAPIX are environments.
registered trademarks or trademark applications of Axis AB in various This product fulfills the requirements for immunity according to
jurisdictions. All other company names and products are trademarks or EN 61000-6-2 industrial environments.
registered trademarks of their respective companies.
This product fulfills the requirements for immunity according to
Apple, Boa, Apache, Bonjour, Ethernet, Internet Explorer, Linux, EN 55024 office and commercial environments.
Microsoft, Mozilla, Real, SMPTE, QuickTime, UNIX, Windows, Windows
Vista and WWW are registered trademarks of the respective holders. Australia/New Zealand
Java and all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or This digital equipment fulfills the requirements for RF emission
registered trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates. UPnPTM is a according to the Class B limit of AS/NZS CISPR 22. The product shall
certification mark of the UPnPTM Implementers Corporation. be connected using a shielded network cable (STP) that is properly
grounded.
SD, SDHC and SDXC are trademarks or registered trademarks of SD-3C,
LLC in the United States, other countries or both. Also, miniSD, microSD, Japan
miniSDHC, microSDHC, microSDXC are all trademarks or registered この装置は、クラスB 情報技術装置です。この装置は、家
trademarks of SD-3C, LLC in the United States, other countries or both. 庭環境で使⽤することを⽬ 的としていますが、この装置が
ラジオやテレビジョン受信機に近接して使⽤されると、 受
信障害を引き起こすことがあります。 取扱説明書に従って
正しい取り扱いをして下さい。 本製品は、シールドネット
ワークケーブル(STP)を使⽤して接続してください。また
適切に接地してください。
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이 기기는 가정용(B급) 전자파적합기기로서 주로 가정에 气
서 사용하는 것을 목적으로 하며, 모든 지역에서 사용할 수 实
있습니다. 적절히 접지된 STP (shielded twisted pair) 케이 X 0 0 0 0 0
装
블을 사용하여 제품을 연결 하십시오. 部
Safety 分
This product complies with IEC/EN/UL 60950-1 an-
d IEC/EN/UL 60950-22, Safety of Information Technology Equipment. 0: 表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在
The product shall be grounded either through a shielded network cable GB/T 26572标准规定的限量要求以下。
(STP) or other appropriate method. X: 表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含
量超出GB/T 26572标准规定的限量要求。
Battery
The Axis product uses a 3.0 V CR2032 lithium battery as the power
supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC). Under normal conditions Contact information
this battery will last for a minimum of five years. Axis Communications AB
Low battery power affects the operation of the RTC, causing it to reset Emdalavägen 14
at every power-up. When the battery needs replacing, a log message 223 69 Lund
will appear in the product’s server report. For more information about Sweden
the server report, see the product´s setup pages or contact Axis support. Tel: +46 46 272 18 00
The battery should not be replaced unless required, but if the battery Fax: +46 46 13 61 30
does need replacing, contact Axis support at www.axis.com/support for www.axis.com
assistance.
Lithium coin cell 3.0 V batteries contain 1,2-dimethoxyethane; ethylene Support
glycol dimethyl ether (EGDME), CAS no. 110-71-4. Should you require any technical assistance, please contact your Axis
WARNING reseller. If your questions cannot be answered immediately, your
reseller will forward your queries through the appropriate channels to
• Risk of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. ensure a rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet, you can:
• Replace only with an identical battery or a battery which is • download user documentation and software updates
recommended by Axis. • find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database. Search
• Dispose of used batteries according to local regulations or by product, category, or phrase
the battery manufacturer's instructions. • report problems to Axis support staff by logging in to your private
support area
Disposal and recycling
• chat with Axis support staff
When this product has reached the end of its useful life, dispose of
• visit Axis Support at www.axis.com/support
it according to local laws and regulations. For information about Warranty information
your nearest designated collection point, contact your local authority
responsible for waste disposal. In accordance with local legislation, For information about Axis’ product warranty and thereto related
penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste. information, go to www.axis.com/warranty/
Europe Learn more!
Visit Axis learning center www.axis.com/academy/ for useful trainings,
webinars, tutorials and guides.
This symbol means that the product shall not be disposed of
together with household or commercial waste. Directive 2012/19/EU
on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) is applicable in
the European Union member states. To prevent potential harm to
human health and the environment, the product must be disposed
of in an approved and environmentally safe recycling process. For
information about your nearest designated collection point, contact
your local authority responsible for waste disposal. Businesses should
contact the product supplier for information about how to dispose
of this product correctly.
This product complies with the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU on
the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical
and electronic equipment (RoHS).
China

This product complies with the requirements of SJ/T 11364-2014,

Marking for the restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic products.

有毒有害物质或元素

部 铅 汞 镉 六价 多溴 多溴
件 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) 铬 联苯 二苯
名 (Cr(VI) (PBB) 醚
称 ) (PBDE)
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Table of Contents

Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hazard levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Other message levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Hardware overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
How to replace the lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
How to access the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to access the product from a browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to access the product from the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to set the root password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Set Power Line Frequency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PTZ Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Configure capture mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
About the live view window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
About media streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About H.264 format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About MJPEG format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
About AXIS Media Control (AMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Alternative methods of accessing the video stream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Access Audio Streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
How to set up the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How to perform a basic setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Video and Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
How to set up video streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
About stream profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
About ONVIF media profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
About camera settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
View Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
About overlays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
About privacy masks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
About focus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
How to change audio settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Audio Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
How to configure the live view window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
About PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
About preset positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
About guard tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
How to install a PTZ driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
About the control queue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
About detectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
About camera tampering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Audio Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
About applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
About application licenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
How to upload and start an application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Application Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
About events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
How to set up action rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
How to add recipients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
How to create schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
How to set up recurrences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
About recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
How to find recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
How to play recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
How to export a video clip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
About continuous recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
About languages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
About system options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

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Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Ports & Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
How to reset to factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
How to check the current firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
How to upgrade the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
SD card slot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Performance considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

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Safety information

Safety information

Hazard levels
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE
NO TICE
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, could result in damage to property.

Other message levels

Important
Indicates significant information which is essential for the product to function correctly.

Note
Indicates useful information which helps in getting the most out of the product.

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Hardware overview

Hardware overview

For specifications of the hardware components, see Technical specifications on page 64.

1 Focus puller
2 Zoom puller
3 Status LED
4 SD card slot (microSD)
5 Audio in
6 Audio out
7 Network connector PoE
8 Power LED
9 Network LED
10 Control button

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Hardware overview

11 I/O terminal block

12 RS485/422 connector
13 Iris connector

1. Sunshield adjustment screw (2x)

2. Sunshield
3. Product number (P/N) & Serial number (S/N). The serial number may be required during the installation.
4. Top cover
5. Network camera
6. Housing LED indicator (fan and heater)
7. Network connector
8. Safety wire tab
9. Cable holes
10. Bottom cover screws (4x)
11. Bottom cover
12. Heaters. Caution! May be hot
13. Network cable (route through wall bracket)
14. Bracket adapter

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15. Bracket screws (4x)

16. Bracket adjustment screw
17. Wall bracket
18. Alternative cable hole

How to replace the lens

Note
There is no need to restart the product after changing the lens. However, the product must be restarted if you are
interchanging between different types of lenses. In order to set the focus and position the lens, the product must be
connected to the network.

It is possible to use optional lenses for the Axis product.

To replace the lens:

1. Disconnect the iris cable.

2. Unscrew the standard lens.

3. Attach and screw on the new lens.

Note
If you select a DC iris configuration file for a P-Iris lens, an error message will appear below the iris configuration type in
the Camera Settings page.
For optional DC iris lenses, select Generic DC iris option.

To change the iris configuration:

1. Go to Setup > Video and Audio > Camera Settings. Iris configuration shows the current configured iris type.

2. Click Edit.

3. Select the installed iris lens from the drop-down list and click OK.

To change the iris configuration for P-Iris lenses not listed in the drop-down list:

1. Download the iris configuration file from www.axis.com

2. Go to Setup > Video and Audio > Camera Settings. Iris configuration shows the current configured iris type.

3. In Iris configuration: Click Edit.

4. Go to the Upload tab.

5. Click Browse and select the configuration file.

6. Click Upload. The installed iris lens should now be included in the Iris Selection drop-down list.

7. Select the installed iris lens from the drop-down list and click OK.

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How to access the product

How to access the product

To install the Axis product, see the Installation Guide supplied with the product.

The product can be used with most operating systems and browsers. We recommend the following browsers:

• Internet Explorer® with Windows®

• Safari® with OS X®

• ChromeTM or Firefox® with other operating systems.

To view streaming video in Internet Explorer, allow installation of AXIS Media Control (AMC) when prompted.

The Axis product includes one (1) H.264 decoder license for viewing video streams and one (1) AAC audio license. The licenses are
automatically installed with AMC. The administrator can disable the installation of the decoders to prevent installation of unlicensed
copies.

Note
• QuickTimeTM is also supported for viewing H.264 streams and for audio.

How to access the product from a browser

1. Start a web browser.

2. Enter the IP address or host name of the Axis product in the browser’s address field.

To access the product from a Mac computer (OS X), go to Safari, click on Bonjour and select the product from the
drop-down list.

If you do not know the IP address, use AXIS IP Utility to locate the product on the network. For information about
how to discover and assign an IP address, see the document Assign an IP Address and Access the Video Stream on Axis
Support web at www.axis.com/support

Note
To show Bonjour as a browser bookmark, go to Safari > Preferences.

3. Enter your username and password. If this is the first time the product is accessed, the root password must first be
configured.

4. The product’s live view page opens in your browser.

Note
The controls and layout of the live view page may have been customized to meet specific installation requirements and
user preferences. Consequently, some of the examples and functions featured here may differ from those displayed in
your own live view page.

How to access the product from the Internet

Once connected, the Axis product is accessible on your local network (LAN). To access the product from the Internet you must
configure your network router to allow incoming data traffic to the product. To do this, enable the NAT-traversal feature, which
will attempt to automatically configure the router to allow access to the product. This is enabled from Setup > System Options >
Network > TCP/IP Advanced.

For more information, see NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4 on page 52. See also AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service at
www.axiscam.net

For Technical notes on this and other topics, visit the Axis Support web at www.axis.com/support

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How to set the root password

To access the Axis product, you must set the password for the default administrator user root. This is done in the Configure Root
Password dialog, which opens when the product is accessed for the first time.

To prevent network eavesdropping, the root password can be set via an encrypted HTTPS connection, which requires an HTTPS
certificate. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) is a protocol used to encrypt traffic between web browsers and servers. The
HTTPS certificate ensures encrypted exchange of information. See HTTPS on page 46.

The default administrator user name root is permanent and cannot be deleted. If the password for root is lost, the product must be
reset to the factory default settings. See How to reset to factory default settings on page 59.

To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the dialog.

To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, follow these steps:

1. Click Use HTTPS.

A temporary certificate (valid for one year) is created, enabling encryption of all traffic to and from the product, and the
password can now be set securely.

2. Enter a password and then re-enter it to confirm the spelling.

3. Click OK. The password has now been configured.

Set Power Line Frequency

Power line frequency is set the first time the Axis product is accessed and can only be changed from Plain Config (see page 58)
or by resetting the product to factory default.

Select the power line frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz) used at the location of the Axis product. Selecting the wrong frequency may cause
image flicker if the product is used in fluorescent light environments.

When using 50 Hz, the maximum frame rate is limited to 25 fps.

Note
Power line frequency varies depending on geographic region. The Americas usually use 60 Hz, whereas most other parts of
the world use 50 Hz. Local variations could apply. Always check with the local authorities.

PTZ Mode
PTZ mode is set the first time the Axis product is accessed and can only be changed by resetting the product to factory default.

Digital PTZ is the default mode and should be used when a pan/tilt motor is not used.

If the camera is mounted to a pan/tilt motor, select Uploadable PTZ driver. For information about how to upload a PTZ driver, see
How to install a PTZ driver on page 35.

Configure capture mode

Capture mode defines the maximum resolution and maximum frame rate available in the Axis product. The capture mode setting also
affects the camera’s angle of view.

Select the desired capture mode from the drop-down list and click OK.

If you select another capture mode than default, the product needs to reboot for the changes to take effect.

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About the live view window

The controls and layout of the live view window may have been customized to meet specific installation requirements and user
preferences. Consequently, some of the examples and functions featured here may differ from those displayed in your own live view
window. The following provides an overview of each available control.

About the controls in the live view window

Click the View size buttons to show the image in full size (right button) or to scale down the image to
fit the browser window (left button).

Select a stream profile for the live view window from the Stream Profile drop-down list. For information
about how to configure stream profiles, see page 21.

Click Pulse to activate the product’s output port for a defined period of time. For information about how
to enable and configure output buttons, see page 32. The output button name may differ depending on
the name entered in the I/O Ports configuration.

Click the Active/Inactive buttons to manually activate and inactive the product’s output port. For
information about how to enable and configure output buttons, see page 32.

Use the Manual Trigger button to trigger an action rule from the live view window. For information
about how to configure and enable the button, see About the manual trigger on page 12.

Click Snapshot to save a snapshot of the video image. This button is primarily intended for use when
the AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar is not available. Enable this button from Live View Config >
Action Buttons.

The Audio clip drop-down list allows you to play an audio clip from the live view window. Select the
audio clip and click the Play button.

About the manual trigger

The Manual Trigger is used to trigger an action rule from the Live View page. The manual trigger can for example be used to
validate actions during product installation and configuration.

To configure the manual trigger:

1. Go to Setup > Events.

2. Click Add to add a new action rule.

3. From the Trigger drop-down list, select Input Signal.

4. From the second drop-down list, select Manual Trigger.

5. Select the desired action and configure the other settings as required.

For more information about action rules, see About events on page 38.

To show the manual trigger buttons in the Live View page:

1. Go to Setup > Live View Config.

2. Under Action Buttons, select Show manual trigger button.

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About the AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar

The AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar is available in Internet Explorer only. See About AXIS Media Control (AMC) on page 15 for
more information. The toolbar displays the following buttons:

The Play button connects to the Axis product and starts playing a media stream.

The Stop button stops the media stream.

The Snapshot button takes a snapshot of the video image.

Click the View Full Screen button and the video image will fill the entire screen. Press ESC (Escape) on the computer
keyboard to cancel full screen view.

The Record button is used to record the current video stream on your computer. The location where the recording is saved
can be specified in the AMC Control Panel. Enable this button from Live View Config > Viewer Settings.

AMC Audio Controls

AMC audio buttons control the speakers and microphone connected to the client computer. The buttons are only visible when
audio is enabled.

For information about how to configure audio, see How to change audio settings on page 28.

Speaker button — Click to turn the speakers on or off.

Microphone button – Click to mute or unmute the microphone. In Simplex - speaker only mode, the Microphone and Talk
buttons must both be active to send audio to the Axis product. Click either button to stop audio transmission.

Use the slider to control the volume of the speakers and the microphone.

Half-duplex mode
The Talk/Listen button is used to switch between sending and receiving audio. The button can be configured
from the Audio tab in the AMC Control panel:
• Push-To-Talk mode: Click and hold the button to talk/send. Release the button to listen.
• Toggle mode: Click once to switch between talking and listening.
Simplex – speaker only mode
To send audio, the Talk and Microphone buttons must both be active. Click either button to stop audio
transmission.

PTZ Controls
Note
These controls are available if digital PTZ is enabled in the selected view area or if a PTZ driver has been uploaded. For more
information on view areas, see View Area on page 24. For more information on how to upload a driver, see How to install a
PTZ driver on page 35. To switch between the two options see PTZ Mode on page 11 .

With the PTZ Control Queue enabled the time each user is in control of the PTZ settings is limited. Click the buttons to request or
release control of the PTZ controls. The PTZ Control Queue is set up under PTZ > Control Queue.

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Click the Emulate joystick mode button and click in the image to move the camera view in the direction of the
mouse pointer.

Click the Center mode button and click in the image to center the camera view on that position.

The center mode button could also be used to zoom in on a specific area. Click in the image and drag to draw a
rectangle surrounding the area to be magnified. To zoom out, rotate the mouse wheel.
Click the Ctrl panel button to open the PTZ control panel which provides additional PTZ controls.
User-defined buttons can also appear in the Control panel. See About advanced PTZ settings
on page 34.
To view a specific view area or preset position, select it from the Source list.

The PTZ controls can be disabled under PTZ > Advanced > Controls, see About advanced PTZ settings on page 34.

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About media streams

About media streams

The Axis product provides several audio and video stream formats. Your requirements and the properties of your network will
determine the type you use.

The live view window in the product provides access to H.264 and Motion JPEG video streams, audio streams and to the list of available
stream profiles. Other applications and clients can access video and audio streams directly, without going via the live view window.

About H.264 format

H.264 can, without compromising image quality, reduce the size of a digital video file by more than 80% compared with the Motion
JPEG format and as much as 50% more than the MPEG-4 standard. This means that much less network bandwidth and storage space
are required for a video file. Or seen another way, much higher video quality can be achieved for a given bit rate.

Deciding which combination of protocols and methods to use depends on your viewing requirements, and on the properties of
your network. The available options in AXIS Media Control are:

Unicast RTP This unicast method (RTP over UDP) is used

for live unicast video, especially when it is
important to have an up-to-date video stream,
even if some frames are dropped. Unicasting is used for video-on-demand
transmission so that there is no video traffic
RTP over RTSP This unicast method (RTP tunneled over RTSP) on the network until a client connects and
is useful as it is relatively simple to configure requests the stream.
firewalls to allow RTSP traffic. Note that there are a maximum of 20
RTP over RTSP over HTTP This unicast method can be used to traverse simultaneous unicast connections.
firewalls. Firewalls are commonly configured to
allow the HTTP protocol, thus allowing RTP to
be tunneled.
Multicast RTP This method (RTP over UDP) should be used for live multicast video. The video stream is always
up-to-date, even if some frames are dropped.
Multicasting provides the most efficient usage of bandwidth when there are large numbers of
clients viewing simultaneously. A multicast cannot however, pass a network router unless the
router is configured to allow this. It is not possible to multicast over the Internet, for example.
Note also that all multicast viewers count as one unicast viewer in the maximum total of 20
simultaneous connections.

AXIS Media Control negotiates with the Axis product to determine the transport protocol to use. The order of priority, listed in the
AMC Control Panel, can be changed and the options disabled, to suit specific requirements.

Note
H.264 is licensed technology. The Axis product includes one H.264 viewing client license. Installing additional unlicensed
copies of the client is prohibited. To purchase additional licenses, contact your Axis reseller.

About MJPEG format

This format uses standard JPEG still images for the video stream. These images are then displayed and updated at a rate sufficient
to create a stream that shows constantly updated motion.

The Motion JPEG stream uses considerable amounts of bandwidth, but provides excellent image quality and access to every image
contained in the stream. The recommended method of accessing Motion JPEG live video from the Axis product is to use the AXIS
Media Control in Internet Explorer in Windows.

About AXIS Media Control (AMC)

AXIS Media Control (AMC) in Internet Explorer in Windows is the recommended method of accessing live video from the Axis product.

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About media streams

The AMC Control Panel can be used to configure various video and audio settings. Please see the AXIS Media Control User’s
Manual for more information.

The AMC Control Panel is automatically installed on first use, after which it can be configured. Open the AMC Control Panel from:

• Windows Control Panel (from the Start screen or Start menu)

• Alternatively, right-click the video image in Internet Explorer and click Settings.

Alternative methods of accessing the video stream

You can also access video and images from the Axis product in the following ways:

• Motion JPEG server push (if supported by the client, Chrome or Firefox, for example). This option maintains an open HTTP
connection to the browser and sends data as and when required, for as long as required.

• Still JPEG images in a browser. Enter the path http://<ip>/axis-cgi/jpg/image.cgi

• Windows Media Player. This requires AXIS Media Control and the H.264 decoder to be installed. The following paths
can be used:

- Unicast via RTP: axrtpu://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Unicast via RTSP: axrtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Unicast via RTSP, tunneled via HTTP: axrtsphttp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Multicast: axrtpm://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

• QuickTimeTM. The following paths can be used:

- rtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- rtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.3gp

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Note
• <ip>= IP address
• The Axis product supports QuickTime 6.5.1 and later.
• QuickTime may add latency to the video stream.
• It may be possible to use other players to view the H.264 stream using the paths above, although Axis does not guarantee
this.

Access Audio Streams

The Live View page provides access to audio through AXIS Media Control; in addition audio can be accessed in the following ways:

• VAPIX® Application Programming Interface (API) For more information, visit www.axis.com/developer

• Windows Media Player supports simplex audio. The following paths can be used:

- Unicast via RTP: axrtpu://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Unicast via RTSP: axrtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Unicast via RTSP, tunneled via HTTP: axrtsphttp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- Multicast: axrtpm://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

• QuickTimeTM supports G.711 and AAC audio encoding. The following paths can be used:

- rtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.amp

- rtsp://<ip>/axis-media/media.3gp

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How to set up the product

The Axis product can be configured by users with administrator or operator rights. To open the product’s setup pages, click Setup in
the top right-hand corner of the live view window.

• Administrators have unrestricted access to all settings.

• Operators have restricted access to settings, see Users on page 46

See also the online help .

How to perform a basic setup

Basic Setup provides shortcuts to the settings that should be made before using the Axis product:

1. Users. See page 46.

2. TCP/IP. See page 49.

3. Date & Time. See page 48.

4. Video Stream. See page 19.

5. Focus. See page 27.

6. Audio Settings. See page 28.

The Basic Setup menu can be disabled from System Options > Security > Users.

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Video and Audio

The video and audio settings can be used to optimize video and audio quality. You can configure the following:

• Video stream settings. See page 19.

• Stream profiles. See page 21.

• ONVIF Media Profiles. See page 21.

• Camera settings. See page 21.

• View areas. See page 24.

• Overlay image. See page 25.

• Privacy mask. See page 26.

• Focus. See page 27.

• Audio settings. See page 28.

• Audio clips. See page 30.

How to set up video streams

To set up the product’s video streams, go to Video & Audio > Video Stream.

The video stream settings are divided into the following tabs:

• Image. See page 19.

• Audio. See page 28.

• H.264. See page 20.

• MJPEG. See page 21.

About the pixel counter

The pixel counter shows the number of pixels in an area of the image. The pixel counter is useful in situations where there is
a specific size requirement, for example in face recognition.

The pixel counter can be used:

• When setting up a video stream, see How to set up video streams on page 19. Under Preview, click Open and select the
Show pixel counter option to enable the rectangle in the image. Use the mouse to move and resize the rectangle, or enter
the number of pixels in the Width and Height fields and click Apply.

• When setting focus, see About focus on page 27. Select the Show pixel counter option to enable the rectangle in the
image. Use the mouse to move and resize the rectangle, or enter the number of pixels in the Width and Height fields and
click Apply.

• When accessing the Live View page in Internet Explorer with AXIS Media Control (AMC) in Windows. Right-click in the
image and select Pixel counter. Use the mouse to move and resize the rectangle.

Image
The default image settings can be configured under Video & Audio > Video Stream. Select the Image tab.

The following settings are available:

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• Resolution. Select the default resolution.

• Compression. The compression level affects the image quality, bandwidth and file size of saved images; the lower the
compression, the higher the image quality with higher bandwidth requirements and larger file sizes.

• Mirror image. If required, the image can be mirrored.

• Rotate image. If required, the image can be rotated.

• Maximum frame rate. To avoid bandwidth problems, the frame rate allowed to each viewer can be Limited to a fixed
amount. Alternatively, the frame rate can be set as Unlimited, which means the Axis product always delivers the highest
frame rate possible under the current conditions.

• Overlay settings. See About overlay text on page 25.

Click Save to apply the new settings.

About H.264
H.264, also known as MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC, is a video compression standard that provides high quality video streams at low bitrates.
An H.264 video stream consists of different types of frames such as I-frames and P-frames. An I-frame is a complete image, whereas
P-frames only contain the differences from previous frames.

About GOP length

A Group of Pictures (GOP) contains one I-frame followed by a number of P-frames. The GOP length is the number of frames
between two I-frames.

Equal values for GOP length and frame rate result in one GOP per second. A higher GOP length value results in more small-sized
P-frames and less big-sized I-frames while keeping the same frame rate. In other words, a high GOP-length value saves bandwidth,
but the video quality may decrease. A low GOP-length value increases the video quality but requires more bandwidth.

About H.264 profiles

The Axis product supports the following H.264 profile(s):

• Baseline: Use the Baseline profile if the client does not support CABAC entropy coding.

• Main: The Main profile uses CABAC and provides a better compression with maintained video quality. It requires a larger
amount of processing power to decode than the Baseline profile.

About bitrate control

Bitrate control is useful to make sure the video streaming does not take up too much bandwidth.

About variable bitrate

Variable bitrate (VBR) adjusts the bitrate according to the image complexity. When the activity in the scene increases, VBR adjusts
the bitrate according to the complexity, using up more bandwidth for increased activity in the scene, and less for lower scene activity.
Variable bitrate is suitable if there is a surplus in bandwidth, where the increased bitrate may not be an issue.

About maximum bitrate

If you have limited bandwidth, we recommend Maximum bit rate (MBR). MBR allows you to set a target bitrate to control the
bandwidth consumption. The target value limits the bitrate, but it maintains a flexibility to be able to prioritize a continuous video
stream. Consequently, the frame rate might need to go down and the image quality might decrease. To partly compensate for this,
you can select which variable shall be prioritized. Not setting a priority means that frame rate and image quality are equally affected.

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How to set an H.264 profile

1. To change the settings for all H.264 streams that do not use a stream profile, go to Video & Audio > Video Stream > H.264.

2. To increase or decrease the number of frames per GOP, set the GOP length.

3. Select one of the H.264 profiles.

4. Select one of the following:

- Variable bit rate

- Maximum bit rate

5. If you select Maximum bit rate, select which variable to prioritize in the Priority drop-down list.

6. Click Save.

How to include current bitrate in a text overlay

1. Go to Video & Audio > Video Stream > Overlay Settings.

2. In the Include text field enter #b.

3. Click Save.

About MJPEG settings

Sometimes the image size is large due to low light or complex scenery. Adjusting the maximum frame size helps to control the
bandwidth and storage used by the Motion JPEG video stream in these situations. Setting the frame size to the Default setting
provides consistently good image quality at the expense of increased bandwidth and storage usage in low light. Limiting the frame
size optimizes bandwidth and storage usage, but may result in poor image quality.

About stream profiles

A stream profile is a set of predefined stream settings including resolution, compression, frame rate and overlay settings. Stream
profiles can be used:

• When setting up recording using action rules. See About events on page 38.

• When setting up continuous recording. See About continuous recording on page 44.

• In the Live View page – select the stream profile from the Stream profile drop-down list.

To create a new profile or modify an existing profile, go to Setup > Video & Audio > Stream Profiles.

To select a default stream profile for the Live View page, go to Setup > Live View Config.

About ONVIF media profiles

An ONVIF media profile consists of a set of configurations that can be used to change media stream settings. ONVIF media profiles
can be used by a client to configure media stream properties.

The ONVIF Media Profiles page lists all preconfigured profiles. These profiles are included in the product for quick setup. You can
add, modify or remove ONVIF media profiles from this page.

About camera settings

The Video & Audio > Camera Settings page provides access to advanced image settings for the Axis product.

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About capture modes

Capture mode defines the maximum resolution and maximum frame rate available in the Axis product. A capture mode with a large
maximum resolution has a reduced maximum frame rate and vice versa. The capture mode setting also affects the camera’s field of
view as the effective size of the image sensor differs between capture modes.

Important
Changing capture mode when the product has been configured is not recommended as most other settings will be either
removed or reset.

To change capture mode, follow these steps:

1. Go to Setup > Video & Audio > Camera Settings.

2. Select the new capture mode.

3. Click Save.

Note
When the capture mode is changed, the camera needs to reboot for the changes to take effect.

About image appearance

To change Image Appearance go to the menus under Setup > Video & Audio > Camera Settings.

Increasing the Color level increases the color saturation. The value 100 produces maximum color saturation and the value 0
results in a black and white image.

The image Brightness can be adjusted in the range 0–100, where a higher value produces a brighter image.

Increasing the Sharpness can increase bandwidth usage. A sharper image might increase image noise especially in low light
conditions. A lower setting reduces image noise, but the whole image will appear less sharp.

The Contrast changes the relative difference between light and dark. It can be adjusted using the slidebar.

About white balance

To change this setting go to Setup > Video & Audio > Camera Settings

White balance is used to make colors in the image appear the same regardless of the color temperature of the light source. The Axis
product can be set to automatically identify the light source and compensate for its color. Alternatively, select the type of light
source from the drop-down list. For a description of each available setting, see the online help .

The white balance window is enabled for the Automatic and Automatic outdoor options that appear in the White balance drop-down
list. Select one of the options from the drop-down list to set the white balance window properties. Select Automatic to use the
default settings for the Automatic and Automatic outdoor options (in the White balance drop-down list). Select Custom to manually
set a reference window for white balance in the view area.

Wide Dynamic Range

Wide dynamic range (Dynamic Contrast) can improve the exposure when there is a considerable contrast between light and dark
areas in the image. Enable WDR in intense backlight conditions. Disable WDR in low light conditions for optimal exposure.

Note
This setting is only possible when using automatic exposure control.

Exposure Settings
Exposure is the amount of light the camera’s sensor captures for a scene. Too much light results in a washed out image and too
little light results in a dark image.

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Exposure value - Use the Exposure value slider to adjust the overall brightness of the image.

Exposure control - Select a suitable option to control exposure.

For most scenes, the Automatic option will provide the best results. The shutter speed is automatically set to produce optimum
image quality. Fluorescent lamps or other light sources can sometimes cause flickering in the image. To reduce flicker in the image,
select the Flicker option that matches the power line frequency.
The Hold current option locks the current exposure settings.

Max exposure time - Shutter speed, also called ‘exposure time’, stands for the length of time the camera shutter is open, thereby
exposing the camera sensor to light. If shutter speed is fast it can freeze action effectively. If shutter speed is slow, it can cause
moving objects to appear blurred. Decreasing the exposure time will reduce motion blur.

Enable Backlight compensation - Enable this option if a bright spot of light, such as a light bulb, causes other areas in the image
to appear too dark.

Exposure zones - This setting determines which part of the image is used to calculate the exposure. For most situations, the Auto
setting can be used.
You can select a predefined area by defining Include and Exclude windows within the image. Exclude windows exclude areas that are
too bright or dark, and Include windows include areas in the scene that have better lighting which will contribute to the exposure data.
There must be at least one Include window. There can be a total of ten Include and Exclude windows to tailor the exposure zone.
Note that an Exclude window is effective only when placed inside an include window.
Tip: If an area is extremely bright, draw an Include window to cover the whole area and define Exclude windows within it to
block out the bright areas.

Shutter & Gain

The shutter and gain settings affect the amount of motion blur and noise in the image. To adapt to different lighting, available
storage space and bandwidth, it is often necessary to prioritize either low motion blur or low noise. The Axis product allows different
prioritization in normal light and in low light.

Shutter speed is related to the amount of time the shutter is opened and is measured in seconds (s). A slow shutter speed allows
more light to reach the sensor and can help produce a brighter image in low light situations. On the other hand, a slow shutter
speed can cause moving objects to appear blurry.

Set Shutter to:

• Auto to set the shutter speed automatically. If required, use Max shutter to limit the shutter speed to prevent the frame
rate from being reduced.

For example, to get 30 fps, set Max shutter to 1/30.

• Fixed to use a fixed shutter speed.

Gain, measured in decibel (dB), is the amount of amplification applied to the image. A high gain may provide a better image in low
light situations but will increase the amount of image noise.

Set Gain to:

• Auto to set the gain automatically. If required, use Max gain to limit the applied gain.

• Fixed to use a fixed gain.

Example
If storage space or bandwidth is limited, try using a lower gain. This will reduce image noise and produce smaller image files.

Iris configuration
Iris configuration shows the current configured iris type. Do not change the iris configuration unless the lens has been changed, see
How to replace the lens on page 9 .

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Iris adjustment
Select Enable automatic iris adjustment to automatically compensate for changing light conditions. This option is not available
if a fixed iris is used.

Use the Iris adjustment slider to set the preferred F-value. The scale represents the amount the iris is open. If set to 0, the iris is
opened as much as possible. If set to 100, the iris is closed as much as possible. The actual F-value is shown below the slider. If
automatic iris adjustment is enabled, the iris will stay at this position as long as light conditions are favorable. If light conditions
change, the iris will adjust itself to the best iris settings. If automatic iris adjustment is disabled, the iris will lock on the set
position regardless of light conditions

Day/Night
The IR cut filter prevents infrared (IR) light from reaching the image sensor. In poor lighting conditions, for example at night, or when
using an external IR lamp, set the IR cut filter to Off. This increases light sensitivity and allows the product to “see” infrared light. The
image is shown in black and white when the IR cut filter is off.

If using automatic Exposure control, set the IR cut filter to Auto to automatically switch between On and Off according to the
lighting conditions.

The Day/Night shift level bar helps determine when the camera will shift from day mode to night mode. Normally, the camera
automatically changes mode from day to night when very dark (level 100 in the slider). By setting Day/Night shift level to a
lower value, the camera will change to night mode earlier.

View Area
Note
This feature is available only if digital PTZ was selected when configuring the product for the first time or after resetting
to factory default.

A view area is a cropped part of the full view. Each view area is treated as a video source in Live View and has its own video
stream and PTZ settings.

When setting up a view area, it is recommended that the video stream resolution is the same size as or smaller than the view area
size. Setting the video stream resolution larger than the view area size implies digitally scaled up video after sensor capture,
requiring more bandwidth without adding image information.

To enable, go to Video & Audio > Camera Settings and select Enable View Areas.

To add a new view area:

1. Go to Video & Audio > View Area.

2. Click Add.

3. The new view area appears under Selected view area. Enter a descriptive name in the Name field.

4. Select an Aspect ratio and a Video stream resolution.

5. A new view area covers the whole image. Use the mouse to move and resize the view area.

6. Select Enable PTZ to enable digital PTZ for the view area.

7. Click Save to save the settings.

To modify a view area, select the view area in the list and modify the settings as required. Click Save.

To remove a view area, select the view area and click Remove.

Note
The PTZ functionality is useful during installation of the Axis product. Use a view area to crop out a specific part of the
full view.

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About overlays
Overlays are superimposed over the video stream. They are used to provide extra information during recordings, such as a timestamp,
or during product installation and configuration.

About overlay text

An overlay text can include the current date and time, or a text string. When using a text string, so-called modifiers can be used to
display, for example, the current bit rate or the current frame rate.

You can choose between the following text overlay sizes:

Size Text height Background height

Small 10 pixels 20 pixels
Medium 16 pixels 28 pixels
Large 21 pixels 36 pixels

It is also possible to display text when an action rule is triggered, see How to include overlay text in an action rule on page 25.

How to include overlay text

1. Go to Video & Audio > Video Stream and select the Image tab.

2. To include date and time, select Include date and Include time.

3. To include a text string, select Include text and enter the text in the field. Modifiers can be used, see File Naming &
Date/Time Formats in the online help .

4. Select size, color, and placement of the text string.

5. Click Save.

To modify the date and time format, go to System Options > Date & Time. See Date & Time on page 48.

How to include overlay text in an action rule

Note
To display overlay text in multiple view areas, overlay text must be enabled in each view area.

1. Go to Video & Audio > Video Stream and select the Image tab.

2. Under Overlay Settings, select Include text.

3. Enter the modifier #D. When the rule is triggered, #D is replaced by the text specified in the action rule.

Additional text in this field will be displayed also when the action rule is not active.

4. Go to Events > Action Rules and create your action rule.

5. From the Actions list, select Overlay Text.

6. Enter the text to display in the Text field.

7. Specify the Duration. The text can be displayed while the rule is active or for a fixed number of seconds.

About overlay images

An overlay image is a static image superimposed over the video stream. The image, for example a company logo, is first uploaded to
the Axis product and then used to provide extra information or to mask a part of the image.

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Image specifications:

• The uploaded image should be a Windows 24-bit BMP image with maximum 250 colors.

• The image width and height, in pixels, must be exactly divisible by four.

• The image cannot be larger than the maximum image resolution.

• If you combine a text overlay with and image overlay, the text overlay always takes presidence over the overlay image in
height. A text overlay always stretches across the whole video image which means you cannot shrink the overlay strip to
make room for an image. For information about the different text overlay heights, see About overlay text.

To cover a part of the monitored area, use privacy masks. See About privacy masks on page 26.

How to upload an overlay image

1. Go to Video & Audio > Overlay Image.

2. Click Browse and browse to the file.

3. Click Upload.

4. The Transparency Settings page is now displayed:

- To make a color in the overlay image transparent, select Use transparency and enter the RGB hexadecimal value
for the color. Example: To make white transparent, enter FFFFFF.

For more examples of hexadecimal values, see the online help .

- To scale the image automatically, select Scale with resolution. The image will be scaled down to fit the
resolution used by the Axis product.

5. Click Save.

How to include an overlay image

1. Go to Video & Audio > Overlay Image.

2. Select the image to use from the Use overlay image list and click Save.

3. Go to Video & Audio > Video Stream and select the Image tab.

4. Under Overlay Settings, select Include overlay image at the coordinates.

5. To control the image’s position, enter the X (horizontal) and Y (vertical) coordinates. The X=0 and Y=0 position is
the top left corner. If a part of the image is positioned outside the video image, the overlay image will be moved so
that the whole image is visible.

6. Click Save.

About privacy masks

A privacy mask is a user-defined area that covers parts of the monitored area. Privacy masks appear as blocks of solid color and are
applied on the video stream. Privacy masks cannot be bypassed using the VAPIX® application programming interface (API).

The Privacy Mask List (Video & Audio > Privacy Mask) shows all the masks that are currently configured in the Axis product and
indicates if they are enabled.

You can add a new mask, re-size the mask with the mouse, choose a color for the mask, and give the mask a name.

For more information, see the online help

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Important
Adding many privacy masks may affect the product’s performance.

About focus
You can focus the Axis product under Video & Audio > Focus. The same settings can be found under Basic Setup > Focus.

For most applications, the adjustments on the Basic tab are sufficient. If required, additional adjustments can be made on the
Advanced tab.

Basic
Always open the iris before focusing and enable it when finished focusing. Opening the iris gives the smallest depth of field and
thus best conditions for correct focusing. The pixel counter is used to determine the number of pixels in an area of the image, for
example to ensure that the image size fulfills specific requirements. To position the pixel counter, click on the text and drag
the window to the desired position.

Advanced
Use the tools on this page to find the optimal focus position. Focus is measured in the part of the image covered by the Focus window.

If the camera is not focused after completing the above instructions, try the Full range focus scan. The scan, which can take
several minutes, transforms the focus position bar to a graph where peaks indicate the best focus positions. Click in the graph
to set focus to the desired position.

How to adjust focus and zoom

If the camera is mounted so that you cannot look at the image and access the lens at the same time, use the Focus Assistant,
see How to adjust focus with the Focus Assistant.

1. Open the product’s home page and go to Setup > Basic Setup > Focus.

2. Under the Basic tab, click Open iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already open.

3. If focus has been set before, click Reset to reset the back focus.

4. Loosen the zoom and focus pullers on the lens by turning them counter-clockwise. See Hardware overview on page 7 .

5. Move the pullers to set zoom and focus and check the quality of the image in the image window.

6. Re-tighten the zoom and focus pullers.

7. On the Focus page, click Fine-tune focus automatically and wait until automatic fine tuning is completed.

8. Click Enable iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already enabled.

If needed, make further adjustments under the Advanced tab:

1. Always open the iris before focusing and enable it when finished focusing.

2. Use the mouse to move and resize the window and then click Fine-tune focus automatically.

3. If needed, click in the Focus position bar, or on the arrows at the ends of the bar, to further adjust the focus.

4. Click Enable iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already enabled.

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How to adjust focus with the Focus Assistant

Note
• The view in front of the camera should not be changed during focus adjustment. If the camera is moved, or if a finger or
other object is placed in front of the lens, restart the procedure.
• If movements in front of the camera cannot be avoided, the Focus Assistant should not be used.
• If the control button is not released within two seconds, AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service is enabled instead of the Focus
Assistant. For more information about AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service, see the User Manual available at www.axis.com

If the Status LED flashes either red or amber before you are able to adjust the lens, exit the Focus Assistant and restart the procedure.
See Status LED behavior for focus assistant on page 64.

1. Open the product’s home page and go to Setup > Basic Setup > Focus.

2. Under the Basic tab, click Open iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already open.

3. If focus has been set before, click Reset to reset the back focus.

4. Mount or place the camera so that it cannot be moved.

5. Loosen the zoom puller by turning it anti-clockwise. Move the puller to set the zoom level. Retighten the zoom puller.

6. Set the camera to its extreme distant-focus position by loosening the focus puller and turning the focus ring fully clockwise.

7. Press and quickly release the control button. When the status indicator flashes, the Focus Assistant is enabled.

8. Gently turn the focus ring anti-clockwise until it stops.

9. Turn the focus ring slowly clockwise until the status indicator flashes green.

10. To exit the Focus Assistant, press the control button. If you cannot access the control button, the Focus Assistant switches
off automatically after 15 minutes.

11. Re-tighten the focus puller.

12. Open the Live View page in the web browser and check the quality of the image.

13. On the Focus page, click Fine-tune focus automatically and wait until automatic fine tuning is completed.

14. Click Enable iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already enabled.

If needed, make further adjustments under the Advanced tab:

1. Always open the iris before focusing and enable it when finished focusing.

2. Use the mouse to move and resize the window and then click Fine-tune focus automatically.

3. If needed, click in the Focus position bar, or on the arrows at the ends of the bar, to further adjust the focus.

4. Click Enable iris. If the button is inactive the iris is already enabled.

How to change audio settings

To change the product’s audio settings, go to Video & Audio > Audio Settings.

Each stream profile is a separate video stream. To include the audio stream in all stream profiles, go to the audio tab in each stream
profile settings page and enable audio. For more information, see About stream profiles on page 21.

If you have enabled view areas, remember that each view area is a separate video stream. To include the audio stream in all view
areas, go to the audio tab in each video stream page and enable audio. For more information see View Area on page 24.

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Audio Modes
The Axis product supports the following audio modes:

• Full duplex – Simultaneous two-way audio allowing the Axis product to transmit and receive audio at the same time.

There is no echo cancellation; if feedback loops appear, try moving the microphone or the speaker.

• Half-duplex – Audio can be transmitted to and from the Axis product but only in one direction at a time. To transmit
audio using the Live View page, use the Talk and Listen buttons, see AMC Audio Controls on page 13.

• Simplex – Network Camera speaker only - Audio is transmitted from a client to the Axis product and can be played by
a speaker connected to the product. To transmit audio using the Live View page, the Talk and Microphone on buttons
must both be active, see AMC Audio Controls on page 13.

• Simplex – Network Camera microphone only - Audio captured by the product microphone is transmitted from the
Axis product to one or more clients.

To set the audio mode, go to Video & Audio > Audio Settings and select the desired mode from the Audio mode drop-down list.

Audio Input
An external microphone or a line source can be connected to the Audio-in connector. Configure the audio input settings under Video
& Audio > Audio Settings.

Note
The internal microphone is used by default; the external microphone is used when connected. It is possible to disable the
internal microphone by connecting a plug to the mic input.

Note
When used in an outdoor enclosure, the internal microphone on this Axis product cannot be used.

Note
If using unbalanced Line in a mono contact must be used. Signal on tip and ground on sleeve.

Select Microphone to use an external microphone or Line to use a Line in device, e.g. an audio mixer for multiple microphones
or a microphone with a built-in amplifier, as audio source.

Select the +30 dB microphone boost option to amplify the signal of the external microphone connected to the Axis product.
Microphone boost option is useful when a microphone's volume is too low and you want to increase it. This option is not available
when the Line source is selected

The Microphone power option provides DC power for an external microphone.

Microphone power should only be used with microphones that have no battery and when using the internal microphone. This setting
should not be enabled when using a dynamic or battery powered microphone. Microphone power will not harm the microphone; if
you are uncertain, try switching it off and on.

To use a professional microphone requiring 48V phantom power, you need an external power supply and a balanced-unbalanced
converter (audio transformer) in between.

Use the Input gain to control the volume of the audio input. If the sound is too low, choose a higher dB value, to amplify the
sound. If the sound is too high, choose a lower dB value. The Level bar gives a visual representation of the audio signal level in dB
relative to the full-scale input level.

• Green — the signal is at a good level.

• Yellow — the signal is becoming distorted.

• Red — the signal is distorted.

Use the Encoding option to select digital audio encoding format.

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• AAC requires a license for both encoding and decoding. AAC is the least complicated and most widely used codec. If
achieving the best possible audio quality is a priority, AAC is the recommended codec to use. An AAC license is included
in the Axis product.

• G711 is an unlicensed standard codec that is useful when integrating audio into a VoIP system

• G726 is an unlicensed speech codec that is most commonly used within the security industry.

Note

The Sample rate defines the number of times per second the sound is sampled. A higher sample rate will provide better audio
quality, but also requires a greater bandwidth.

Set the required Bit rate depending on the selected encoding. A higher bit rate will give better audio quality. A lower bit rate
may have latency or delay, but will require less bandwidth.

For more information about these settings, please see the online help .

Audio Output
An external speaker can be connected to the Audio-out connector (an active speaker with built-in amplifier is required for this). The
output can be connected to another amplifier with speakers. A stereo connector must be used for the audio out.

Configure the audio output settings under Video & Audio > Audio Settings.

Output gain - Control the volume of the line audio output. If the sound is too low, choose a higher dB value. If the sound is
too high, choose a lower dB value.

Audio Clips
An audio clip is a sound file that can be played when events occur or directly from the Live View page. The audio clip must first be
uploaded to the Axis product or recorded by a microphone connected to the product.

To add, download, modify or remove audio clips, go to Video & Audio > Audio Clips. For more information see the online help .

To configure the Axis product to play audio clips when an event occurs, an action rule must be set up. For more information,
see About events on page 38.

Note
Audio clips cannot be used if the product’s audio functionality is enabled. The audio functionality is enabled on the Audio
tab under Video & Audio > Video Stream.

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How to configure the live view window

How to configure the live view window

You can customize the live view window and alter it to suit your requirements. It is possible to define the following features of
the live view window.

• Stream Profile. See page 21.

• Default Viewer for Browser. See page 31.

• Viewer Settings. See page 31.

• Action Buttons. These are the buttons described in About the controls in the live view window on page 12.

• User Defined Links. See page 32.

• Output Buttons. See page 32.

How to set default viewer for browsers

From Live View Config > Default Viewer select the default method for viewing video images in your browser. The product attempts
to show the video images in the selected video format and viewer. If this is not possible, the product overrides the settings and
selects the best available combination.

Browser Viewer Description

Windows Internet Explorer AMC Recommended viewer in Internet Explorer (H.264/Motion JPEG).
QuickTime H.264.
Still image Displays still images only. Click the Refresh button in your browser to view a
new image.
Other browsers Server Push Recommended viewer for other browsers (Motion JPEG).
QuickTime H.264.
Still image Displays still images only. Click the Refresh button in your browser to view a
new image.

For more information, please see the online help .

About viewer settings

To configure options for the viewer, go to Live View Config > Viewer Settings.

• Select Show viewer toolbar to display the AXIS Media Control (AMC) or the QuickTime viewer toolbar under the video
image in your browser.

• H.264 decoder installation. The administrator can disable installation of the H.264 decoder included with AXIS Media
Control. This is used to prevent installation of unlicensed copies. Further decoder licenses can be purchased from your
Axis reseller.

• Select Show crosshair in PTZ joystick mode to enable a cross that will indicate the center of the image in PTZ joystick
mode.

• Select Use PTZ joystick mode as default to enable joystick mode. The mode can be changed temporarily from the
PTZ control panel.

• Select Enable recording button to enable recording from the Live View page. This button is available when using the
AMC viewer. The recordings are saved to the location specified in the AMC Control Panel. See About AXIS Media Control
(AMC) on page 15.

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About user-defined links

To display user-defined links in the live view window, select the Show custom link option, give the link a name and then enter the
URL to link to. When defining a web link do not remove the 'http://' from the URL address. Custom links can be used to run scripts or
activate external devices connected to the product, or they can link to a web page. Custom links defined as cgi links will run the
script in the background, in a hidden frame. Defining the link as a web link will open the link in a new window.

Output Buttons
External I/O devices connected to the Axis product’s output ports can be controlled directly from the Live View page.

To display output buttons in the Live View page:

1. Go to Setup > Live View Config.

2. Under Output Buttons, select the type of control to use:

- Pulse activates the output for a defined period of time. The pulse time can be set from 1/100 second to 60
seconds.

- Active/Inactive displays two buttons, one or each action.

To configure the active and inactive states, go to System Options > Ports & Devices > I/O Ports and set the port’s Normal state.

For more information about I/O ports, see I/O Ports on page 56.

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About PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom)

About PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom)

PTZ (pan, tilt and zoom) is available if you have enabled digital PTZ in the selected view area or if a PTZ driver has been uploaded. For
more information on view areas, see View Area on page 24. For more information on how to upload a driver, see How to install a
PTZ driver on page 35. To switch between the two options see PTZ Mode on page 11

About preset positions

A preset position is a saved view that can be used to quickly steer the camera to a specific position. A preset position consists of
the following values:

• Pan and tilt positions

• Zoom position

Each view area has its own preset positions.

How to access the preset positions

Preset positions can be accessed in several ways:

• By selecting the preset from the Source drop-down list in the Live View Page.

• When setting up action rules. See page 38.

• When setting up guard tours. See page 33.

How to add a preset position

1. Go to Setup > PTZ > Preset Positions.

2. Click in the image or use the controls to steer the camera view to the desired position.

3. Write a name in the Current position field.

4. Click Add to save the preset position.

How to set the home position

The entire view area is treated as the Home position which is readily accessible by clicking the Home button on the live view
window and in the Preset Positions setup window.

The product can be configured to return to the Home position when the PTZ functionality has been inactive for a specified length of
time. Enter the length of time in the Return to home after field and click Save. Set the time to zero to prevent the product from
automatically returning to the Home position.

About guard tours

A guard tour displays the video stream from different preset positions, one-by-one, in a predetermined order or at random, and for
configurable time periods. The enabled guard tour will keep running after the user has logged off or closed the browser.

Note
This Axis product supports limited guard tours which means the pause between successive guard tours is at least 10 minutes.

How to create a guard tour

1. Go to Setup > PTZ > Guard Tour.

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2. Click Add.

3. Type a name.

4. Specify the pause length between runs.

5. Select a preset position from the drop-down list and click Add.

6. For each preset position, enter the View Time in seconds or minutes.

7. Specify the View Order of the preset positions, or select Random view order.

8. Click Save.

How to edit a guard tour

1. Go to Setup > PTZ > Guard Tour.

2. Select the guard tour in the Guard Tour List.

3. Click Modify.

How to delete a guard tour

1. Go to Setup > PTZ > Guard Tour.

2. Select the guard tour in the Guard Tour List.

3. Click Remove.

Advanced
About driver-specific settings
The Device Settings window displays driver specific settings. The appearance of this window can vary depending on the driver
installed. Options that can be configured include:

• Driver Specific Settings for Video Source

• Mechanical Limits for Moving Video Source

• Light Control Video Source

• Extended Driver Specific Settings for Video Source

For download and installation information about PTZ drivers for your Axis product please visit www.axis.com/support

About advanced PTZ settings

Advanced PTZ settings can be configured under PTZ > Advanced > Controls.

The Panel Shortcut Command Buttons list shows the user-defined buttons that can be accessed from the Live View page’s Ctrl
panel. These buttons can be used to provide direct access to commands issued using the VAPIX® application programming interface.
Click Add to add a new shortcut command button.

The following PTZ controls are enabled by default:

• Pan control

• Tilt control

• Zoom control

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To disable specific controls, deselect the options under Enable/Disable controls.

If using multiple view areas, deselecting a control will only disable the control in the selected view area.

Note
Disabling PTZ controls will not affect preset positions. For example, if the tilt control is disabled, the product can still move to
preset positions that require a tilt movement.

How to install a PTZ driver

This Axis product supports several PTZ devices. Please see www.axis.com for a complete list of supported devices, and to obtain the
correct driver. To install a PTZ device you need to install the PTZ driver.

To install the PTZ driver go to PTZ> Driver Selection. Browse to find the driver (e.g. driver.ptz) and Upload. If the driver was
successfully uploaded, it appears in the Select driver to use drop-down list. From this drop-down list, select the driver to install
or remove, and click Save.

Select Activate PTZ to enable PTZ. The address of the connected device appears against Device ID. Choose the Device type from the
drop-down list. To find which device type to use, consult the documentation supplied by the PTZ driver.

To complete the installation go to System Options > Ports & Devices > COM Port and verify the settings.

About the control queue

Note
• The administrator can enable and disable PTZ controls for selected users.
• To identify different users in the viewer group, cookies must be enabled on the client.

• The Control queue polltime is measured in seconds. For more information see the online help .

The administrator can set up a queue for PTZ controllers from PTZ > Control Queue. Once set up, the PTZ Control Queue buttons
appear in the live view window offering one viewer exclusive control for a limited period of time. Other users will be placed in queue.

A user who belongs to a group (see Users on page 46) with a higher PTZ priority can go before other users in the queue and take
control of the product. The order of priority is as follows:

1. Administrator — An administrator takes over PTZ control regardless of who is first in queue. The administrator will be
removed from the queue 60 seconds after the last PTZ control command.

2. Event — The Axis product can be configured to go to a preset position when triggered by an alarm (see About events on
page 38). The event will immediately be placed first in the queue except when an administrator is in control.

3. Operator — Same as administrator but with lower priority

4. Guard Tour — A guard tour (see page 33) has PTZ control for an indefinite period of time. It may be overridden by an
operator, event or administrator. The guard tour will resume when higher priority groups leave the queue.

5. Viewer — Multiple viewers must wait for their turn. The viewer has 60 seconds PTZ control before control is passed
on to the next viewer in queue.

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About detectors

About detectors

About camera tampering

Camera Tampering can generate an alarm when the camera is repositioned, or when the lens is covered, spray-painted or severely
de-focused. To send an alarm, for example via email, an action rule must be set up.

How to configure tampering detection

1. Go to Detectors > Camera Tampering.

2. Set the Minimum duration, that is the time that must elapse before an alarm is generated. Increase time to prevent
false alarms for known conditions that affect the image.

3. Select Alarm for dark images if an alarm should be generated when lights are dimmed or turned off, or if the lens is
sprayed, covered, or rendered severely out of focus.

4. Click Save.

How to configure an action rule for tampering alarm

1. Go to Events > Action Rules.

2. Click Add to set up a new action rule.

3. Enter a Name for the action rule.

4. Under Condition, select Detectors from the Trigger list.

5. Select Tampering from the list of detectors.

6. Optionally, select a schedule and set additional conditions.

7. Select the action. Example: To send an email, select Send Notification and select a Recipient from the list of defined
recipients.

Note
The While the rule is active option under Duration cannot be used with camera tampering, since camera tampering does not
have a duration and once it has been triggered it will not automatically return to its untriggered state.

For more information on actions rules, see About events on page 38.

Audio Detection
The Axis product can be configured to generate an alarm when audio rises above or falls below the threshold value. The threshold
value can be set in the range 0–100 where 0 is the most sensitive and 100 the least sensitive.

1. Go to Detectors > Audio Detection.

2. Set the audio alarm level and click Save.

3. Go to Events > Action Rules and set up an action rule, see How to set up action rules on page 38.

Detected audio is indicated by colored peaks in the Activity indicator. An event is triggered when detected audio rises above or falls
below the threshold value, which is represented by the bar.

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About applications

About applications

AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) is an open platform that enables third parties to develop analytics and other applications
for Axis products. For information about available applications, downloads, trials and licenses, go to www.axis.com/applications

To find the user manuals for Axis applications, go to www.axis.com

Note
• Several applications can run at the same time but some applications might not be compatible with each other. Certain
combinations of applications might require too much processing power or memory resources when run in parallel. Verify
that the applications work together before deployment.

About application licenses

Some applications need a license to run. Licenses can be installed in two ways:

• Automatic installation — requires access to the Internet

• Manual installation — obtain the license key from the application vendor and upload the key to the Axis product

To request a license, the Axis product serial number (S/N) is required. The serial number can be found on the product label and under
System Options > Support > System Overview.

How to upload and start an application

To upload and start an application:

1. Go to Setup > Applications.

2. Under Upload Application, click Browse. Locate the application file and click Upload Package.

3. Install the license (if applicable). For instructions, see the documentation provided by the application vendor.

4. Start the application. Go to Applications, select the application in the list of installed applications and click Start.

5. Configure the application. For instructions, see the documentation provided by the application vendor.

Note
• Applications can be uploaded by product administrators.
• Applications and licenses can be installed on multiple products at the same time using AXIS Camera Management, version
3.10 and later.

To generate a log file for the application, go to Applications. Select the application and click Log.

Application Considerations
If an application is upgraded, application settings, including the license, will be removed. The license must be reinstalled and
the application reconfigured.

If the Axis product’s firmware is upgraded, uploaded applications and their settings will remain unchanged, although this is not
guaranteed by Axis Communications. Note that the application must be supported by the new firmware. For information about
firmware upgrades, see How to upgrade the firmware on page 60.

If the Axis product is restarted, running applications will restart automatically.

If the Axis product is restored or reset to factory default, uploaded applications and their settings are removed. For information
about restoring the Axis product, see Maintenance on page 57. For information about factory default, see How to reset to factory
default settings on page 59.

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About events

About events

The event pages allow you to configure your product to perform actions when different events occur. For example, the product
can start a recording or send an email notification when motion is detected. The set of conditions that defines how and when
the action is triggered is called an action rule.

How to set up action rules

An action rule defines the conditions that must be met for the product to perform an action, for example record video or send an
email notification. If multiple conditions are defined, all of them must be met to trigger the action.

For more information about available triggers and actions, see About triggers on page 38 and About actions on page 39.

The following example describes how to set up an action rule to record video to a network share if there is movement in the
camera’s field of view.

How to set up motion detection and add a network share:

1. Go to Applications to start and configure AXIS Video Motion Detection. See the online help.

2. Go to System Options > Storage and set up the network share. See page 56.

How to set up the action rule:

1. Go to Events > Action Rules and click Add.

2. Select Enable rule and enter a descriptive name for the rule.

3. Select Applications from the Trigger drop-down list and then select VMD.

4. Optionally, select a Schedule and Additional conditions. See below.

5. Under Actions, select Record Video from the Type drop-down list.

6. Select a Stream profile and configure the Duration settings as described below.

7. Select Network Share from the Storage drop-down list.

To use more than one trigger for the action rule, select Additional conditions and click Add to add additional triggers. When using
additional conditions, all conditions must be met to trigger the action.

To prevent an action from being triggered repeatedly, a Wait at least time can be set. Enter the time in hours, minutes and seconds,
during which the trigger should be ignored before the action rule can be activated again.

The recording Duration of some actions can be set to include time immediately before and after the event. Select Pre-trigger time
and/or Post-trigger time and enter the number of seconds. When While the rule is active is enabled and the action is triggered
again during the post-trigger time, the recording time will be extended with another post-trigger time period.

For more information, see the online help .

About triggers
Available action rule triggers and conditions include:

• Applications – Use installed applications to trigger the rule. See About applications on page 37.

• Detectors

- Audio Detection – Trigger the rule when audio is detected. See Audio Detection on page 36.

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- Day/Night Mode – Trigger the rule when the product switches between day mode (IR cut filter on) and night
mode (IR cut filter off). This can for example be used to control an external infrared (IR) light connected
to an output port.

- Live Stream Accessed – Trigger the rule when any stream is accessed and during edge storage playback.
This can for example be used to send notifications.

- Tampering – Trigger the rule when tampering is detected. See About camera tampering on page 36.

• Hardware

- Network – Trigger the rule if network connection is lost or restored. This can for example be used to start
recording to the SD card.

- Temperature – Trigger the rule if the temperature falls outside or inside the operating range of the product. This
can for example be used to send maintenance notifications.

• Input Signal

- Digital Input Port – Trigger the rule when an I/O port receives a signal from a connected device. See I/O
Ports on page 56.

- Manual Trigger – Trigger the rule using the Manual Trigger button in the Live View page. See About the
controls in the live view window on page 12. This can for example be used to validate actions during product
installation and configuration.

- Virtual Inputs – can be used by a VMS (Video Management System) to trigger actions. Virtual inputs can, for
example, be connected to buttons in the VMS user interface.

• PTZ

- Moving – Trigger the rule when the camera view moves due to a PTZ operation. This can for example be used
as an additional condition to prevent an action rule triggered by motion detection to record video while the
camera view moves due to a PTZ operation.

- Preset Reached – Trigger the rule when the camera stops at a preset position. This can be for example be used
with the Send Images action to upload images from the preset position.

• Storage

- Disruption – Trigger the rule if storage problems are detected, for example if the storage device is unavailable,
removed, full, locked or if other read or write problems occur. This can for example be used to send maintenance
notifications.

- Recording – Triggers the rule when the Axis product records to the storage device. The recording status trigger
can be used to notify the operator, for example by flashing LED lights, if the product has started or stopped to
record to the storage device. Note that, this trigger can be used only for edge storage recording status.

• System

- System Ready – Trigger the rule when the product has been started and all services are running. This can for
example be used to send a notification when the product restarts.

• Time

- Recurrence – Trigger the rule periodically. See How to set up recurrences on page 42. This can for example be
used to upload an image every 5 minutes.

- Use Schedule – Trigger the rule according to the selected schedule. See How to create schedules on page 42.

About actions
Available actions include:

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• Day/Night Vision Mode – Set day mode (IR cut filter on) or night mode (IR cut filter off).

• Output Port – Activate an I/O port to control an external device.

• Overlay Text – Display an overlay text. See How to include overlay text in an action rule on page 25.

• Play Audio Clip – See Audio Clips on page 30.

• PTZ Control

- Preset Position – Go to a preset position.

- Guard Tour – Start a guard tour. See About guard tours on page 33.

• Record Video – Record video and audio to a selected storage. To record audio, use AAC audio encoding and make sure that
audio is enabled in the selected stream profile.

• Send Images – Send images to a recipient.

• Send Notification – Send a notification message to a recipient.

• Send SNMP Trap – Send an SNMP trap message to the operator. Make sure that SNMP is enabled and configured
under System Options > Network > SNMP.

• Send Video Clip – Send a video clip to a recipient.

• Status LED – Flash the LED indicator. This can for example be used to validate triggers such as motion detection during
product installation and configuration.

How to add recipients

The product can send media files and messages to notify users about events. Before the product can send media files or notification
messages, you must define one ore more recipients. For information about available options, see About recipient types on page 40.

To add a recipient:

1. Go to Events > Recipients and click Add.

2. Enter a descriptive name.

3. Select a recipient Type.

4. Enter the information needed for the recipient type.

5. Click Test to test the connection to the recipient.

6. Click OK.

About recipient types

The following recipient types are available:

Recipient types Use with action Notes

Email Send Images An email recipient can contain multiple email addresses.

Send Notification

Send Video Clip

FTP Send Images

Send Video Clip

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SFTP Send Images Encrypted file transfer using SSH File Transport Protocol
(SFTP). SFTP is a more secure method than FTP but file
Send Video Clip transfer might be slower, especially for large files such as high
resolution video.

Specify login information for the SFTP server and the server’s
public key MD5 fingerprint (32 hexadecimal digits).

The SFTP recipient supports SFTP servers using SSH-2 with

RSA and DSA host key types. RSA is the preferred method. To
use DSA, disable the RSA key on the SFTP server.
HTTP Send Images

Send Notification

Send Video Clip

HTTPS Send Images Encrypted file transfer using HyperText Transfer Protocol
Secure (HTTPS).
Send Notification
Specify login information for the HTTPS server and validate
Send Video Clip the server’s certificate. If there is a proxy between the Axis
product and the HTTPS server, also specify the proxy settings.
Network Share Send Images A network share can also be used as a storage device for
recorded video. Go System Options > Storage to configure
Send Video Clip a network share before setting up a continuous recording or
an action rule to record video. For more information about
storage devices, see Storage on page 54.
TCP Send Notification

How to set up email recipients

Email recipients can be configured by selecting one of the listed email providers, or by specifying the SMTP server, port and
authentication used by, for example, a corporate email server.

Note
Some email providers have security filters that prevent users from receiving or viewing large attachments, from receiving
scheduled emails and similar. Check the email provider’s security policy to avoid delivery problems and locked email accounts.

To set up an email recipient using one of the listed providers:

1. Go to Events > Recipients and click Add.

2. Enter a Name and select Email from the Type list.

3. Enter the email addresses to send emails to in the To field. Use commas to separate multiple addresses.

4. Select the email provider from the Provider list.

5. Enter the user ID and password for the email account.

6. Click Test to send a test email.

To set up an email recipient using for example a corporate email server, follow the instructions above but select User defined as
Provider. Enter the email address to appear as sender in the From field. Select Advanced settings and specify the SMTP server
address, port and authentication method. Optionally, select Use encryption to send emails over an encrypted connection. The server
certificate can be validated using the certificates available in the Axis product. For information on how to upload certificates, see .

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How to create schedules

Schedules can be used as action rule triggers or as additional conditions, for example to record video if motion is detected outside
office hours. Use one of the predefined schedules or create a new schedule as described below.

To create a new schedule:

1. Go to Events > Schedules and click Add.

2. Enter a descriptive name and the information needed for a daily, weekly, monthly or yearly schedule.

3. Click OK.

To use the schedule in an action rule, select the schedule from the Schedule drop-down list in the Action Rule Setup page.

How to set up recurrences

Recurrences are used to trigger action rules repeatedly, for example every 5 minutes or every hour.

To set up a recurrence:

1. Go to Events > Recurrences and click Add.

2. Enter a descriptive name and recurrence pattern.

3. Click OK.

To use the recurrence in an action rule, first select Time from the Trigger drop-down list in the Action Rule Setup page and then
select the recurrence from the second drop-down list.

To modify or remove recurrences, select the recurrence in the Recurrences List and click Modify or Remove.

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About recordings

The Axis product can be configured to record video continuously or according to an action rule:

• To start a continuous recording, see page 44.

• To set up action rules, see page 38.

• To access recordings, see How to find recordings on page 43.

• To play recordings, see How to play recordings on page 43.

• To export a recording as a video clip, see How to export a video clip on page 44.

• To configure camera controlled storage, see Storage on page 54.

How to find recordings

Recordings stored on the SD card or network share can be accessed from the Recordings > List page. The page lists all recordings on
the storage device and shows each recording’s start date and time, duration and the event that triggered the recording.

Note
The recording’s start date and time is set according to the Axis product’s date and time settings. If the Axis product is
configured to use a time zone different from the local time zone, make sure to configure the Recording time filters according
to the product’s time zone. Date and time settings are configured under System Options > Date & Time, see Date & Time
on page 48.

To find a recording, follow these steps:

1. Go to Recordings > List.

2. To reduce the number of recordings displayed, select the desired options under Filter:

Recording time – List recordings that started between the From and To times.

Event – List recordings that were triggered by a specific event. Select continuous to list continuous recordings.

Storage – List recordings from a specific storage device.

Sort – Specify how recordings should be sorted in the list.

Results – Specify the maximum number of recordings to display.

3. To apply the filters, click the Filter button. Some filters may take a long time to complete.

4. The recordings are displayed in the Recording list.

To play a recording, select the recording and click Play. See also How to play recordings on page 43.

To view detailed information about a recording, select the recording and click Properties.

To export a recording or a part of a recording as a video clip, select the recording and click Export. See also How to export a
video clip on page 44.

To remove a recording from the storage device, select the recording and click Remove.

How to play recordings

Recordings on the SD card or network share can be played directly from the Axis product’s web pages.

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To play a recording, follow these steps:

1. Go to Recordings > List.

2. To reduce the number of recordings displayed, select the desired options under Filter and click the Filter button to apply
the filters. See also How to find recordings on page 43.

3. Select the recording and click Play. The recording will be played in a new browser window.

How to export a video clip

Recordings on the SD card or network share can be exported as video clips. You can export a complete recording or a part of a
recording.

Note
The exported recording is a Matroska video file (.mkv). To play the recording in Windows Media Player, AXIS Matroska File
Splitter must be installed. AXIS Matroska File Splitter can be downloaded from www.axis.com/support/downloads

To export a video clip, follow these steps:

1. Go to Recordings > List.

2. To reduce the number of recordings displayed, select the desired options under Filter and click the Filter button to apply
the filters. See also How to find recordings on page 43.

3. Select the recording and click Export. The Export Recording dialog opens.

4. By default, the complete recording is selected. To export a part of the recording, modify the start and stop times.

5. Optionally, enter a file name for the recording.

6. Click Export.

Note
Recordings can also be exported from the playback window.

About continuous recording

The Axis product can be configured to continuously save video to a storage device. For information about storage devices, see Storage
on page 54. To prevent the disk from becoming full, it is recommended to configure the disk to automatically remove old recordings.

If a new stream profile is selected while a recording is ongoing, the recording will be stopped and saved in the recording list and a
new recording with the new stream profile will start. All previous continuous recordings will remain in the recording list until they
are removed manually or through automatic removal of old recordings.

To start a continuous recording, follow these steps:

1. Go to Recordings > Continuous.

2. Select Enabled.

3. Select the type of storage device from the Storage list.

4. Select a Stream profile to use for continuous recordings. To include audio in the recording, use AAC audio encoding and
make sure that audio is enabled in the selected stream profile.

5. Click Save to save and start the recording.

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About languages

Multiple languages can be installed in the Axis product. All web pages including the online help will be displayed in the selected
language. To switch languages, go to Setup > Languages and first upload the new language file. Browse and locate the file and click
the Upload Language button. Select the new language from the list and click Save.

Note
• Resetting the product to factory default settings will erase any uploaded language files and reset the product language to
English.
• Clicking the Restore button on the Maintenance page will not affect the language.
• A firmware upgrade will not affect the language used. However if you have uploaded a new language to the product and
later upgrade the firmware, it may happen that the translation no longer matches the product's web pages. In this case,
upload an updated language file.
• A language already installed in the product will be replaced when a current or a later version of the language file is uploaded.

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Security
Users
User access control is enabled by default and can be configured under System Options > Security > Users. An administrator can
set up other users by giving them user names and passwords. It is also possible to allow anonymous viewer login, which means
that anybody may access the Live View page.

The user list displays authorized users and user groups (access levels):

• Viewers have access to the Live View page

• Operators have access to all settings except:

- creating and modifying privacy mask settings

- uploading applications and language files

- any of the settings included in the System Options

• Administrators have unrestricted access to all settings. The administrator can add, modify and remove other users.

Note
Note that when the option Encrypted & unencrypted is selected, the webserver will encrypt the password. This is the default
option for a new unit or a unit reset to factory default settings.

Under HTTP/RTSP Password Settings, select the type of password to allow. You may need to allow unencrypted passwords if there are
viewing clients that do not support encryption, or if you upgraded the firmware and existing clients support encryption but need
to log in again and be configured to use this functionality.

Under User Settings, select the Enable anonymous viewer login option to allow anonymous users access to the Live View page.

Select the Enable anonymous PTZ control login to allow anonymous users access to the PTZ controls.

Deselect the Enable Basic Setup option to hide the Basic Setup menu. Basic Setup provides quick access to settings that should be
made before using the Axis product.

ONVIF
ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) is a global interface standard that makes it easier for end users, integrators, consultants,
and manufacturers to take advantage of the possibilities offered by network video technology. ONVIF enables interoperability
between different vendor products, increased flexibility, reduced cost and future-proof systems.

By creating a user you automatically enable ONVIF communication. Use the user name and password with all ONVIF communication
with the product. For more information see www.onvif.org

IP Address Filter
IP address filtering is enabled on the System Options > Security > IP Address Filter page. Once enabled, the listed IP address are
allowed or denied access to the Axis product. Select Allow or Deny from the list and click Apply to enable IP address filtering.

The administrator can add up to 256 IP address entries to the list (a single entry can contain multiple IP addresses).

HTTPS
HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol over Secure Socket Layer, or HTTP over SSL) is a web protocol providing encrypted browsing.
HTTPS can also be used by users and clients to verify that the correct device is being accessed. The security level provided by
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The Axis product can be configured to require HTTPS when users from different user groups (administrator, operator, viewer) log in.

To use HTTPS, an HTTPS certificate must first be installed. Go to System Options > Security > Certificates to install and manage
certificates. See .

To enable HTTPS on the Axis product:

1. Go to System Options > Security > HTTPS

2. Select an HTTPS certificate from the list of installed certificates.

3. Optionally, click Ciphers and select the encryption algorithms to use for SSL.

4. Set the HTTPS Connection Policy for the different user groups.

5. Click Save to enable the settings.

To access the Axis product via the desired protocol, in the address field in a browser, enter https:// for the HTTPS protocol
and http:// for the HTTP protocol.

The HTTPS port can be changed on the System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced page.

IEEE 802.1X
IEEE 802.1X is a standard for port-based Network Admission Control providing secure authentication of wired and wireless network
devices. IEEE 802.1X is based on EAP (Extensible Authentication Protocol).

To access a network protected by IEEE 802.1X, devices must be authenticated. The authentication is performed by an authentication
server, typically a RADIUS server, examples of which are FreeRADIUS and Microsoft Internet Authentication Service.

In Axis implementation, the Axis product and the authentication server identify themselves with digital certificates using EAP-TLS
(Extensible Authentication Protocol - Transport Layer Security). The certificates are provided by a Certification Authority (CA).
You need:

• a CA certificate to authenticate the authentication server.

• a CA-signed client certificate to authenticate the Axis product.

To create and install certificates, go to System Options > Security > Certificates. See .

To allow the product to access a network protected by IEEE 802.1X:

1. Go to System Options > Security > IEEE 802.1X.

2. Select a CA Certificate and a Client Certificate from the lists of installed certificates.

3. Under Settings, select the EAPOL version and provide the EAP identity associated with the client certificate.

4. Check the box to enable IEEE 802.1X and click Save.

Note
For authentication to work properly, the date and time settings in the Axis product should be synchronized with an NTP
server. See Date & Time on page 48.

Certificates
Certificates are used to authenticate devices on a network. Typical applications include encrypted web browsing (HTTPS), network
protection via IEEE 802.1X and secure upload of images and notification messages for example via email. Two types of certificates
can be used with the Axis product:

Server/Client certificates - To authenticate the Axis product.

CA certificates - To authenticate peer certificates, for example the certificate of an authentication server in case the Axis product is
connected to an IEEE 802.1X protected network.

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Note
Installed certificates, except preinstalled CA certificates, will be deleted if the product is reset to factory default. Preinstalled
CA certificates that have been deleted will be reinstalled.

A Server/Client certificate can be self-signed or issued by a Certificate Authority (CA). A self-signed certificate offers limited
protection and can be used before a CA-issued certificate has been obtained.

To install a self-signed certificate:

1. Go to Setup > System Options > Security > Certificates.

2. Click Create self-signed certificate and provide the requested information.

To create and install a CA-signed certificate:

1. Create a self-signed certificate as described above.

2. Go to Setup > System Options > Security > Certificates.

3. Click Create certificate signing request and provide the requested information.

4. Copy the PEM-formatted request and send to the CA of your choice.

5. When the signed certificate is returned, click Install certificate and upload the certificate.

Server/Client certificates can be installed as Certificate from signing request or as Certificate and private key. Select Certificate
and private key if the private key is to be upload as a separate file or if the certificate is in PKCS#12 format.

The Axis product is shipped with several preinstalled CA certificates. If required, additional CA certificates can be installed:

1. Go to Setup > System Options > Security > Certificates.

2. Click Install certificate and upload the certificate.

Audio Support
Select Enable audio support to allow clients to retrieve audio streams from the Axis product. For information on how to configure
audio settings, see How to change audio settings on page 28.

Note
Deselecting this option will disable audio globally in the Axis product, for configured events and profiles with audio as well.

Date & Time

The Axis product’s date and time settings are configured under System Options > Date & Time.

Current Server Time displays the current date and time (24h clock). The time can be displayed in 12h clock in the text overlay (see
below).

To change the date and time settings, select the preferred Time mode under New Server Time:

• Synchronize with computer time – Sets date and time according to the computer’s clock. With this option, date and
time are set once and will not be updated automatically.

• Synchronize with NTP Server – Obtains date and time from an NTP server. With this option, date and time settings are
updated continuously. For information on NTP settings, see NTP Configuration on page 51.

If using a host name for the NTP server, a DNS server must be configured. See DNS Configuration on page 51.

• Set manually – Allows you to manually set date and time.

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If using an NTP server, select your Time zone from the drop-down list. If required, check Automatically adjust for daylight saving
time changes.

The Date & Time Format Used in Images is the date and time format displayed as a text overlay in the video stream. Use the
predefined formats or see File Naming & Date/Time Formats in the online help for information on how to create custom date and
time formats. To include date and time in the overlay text, go to Video & Audio and select Include date and Include time.

Network
Basic TCP/IP Settings
The Axis product supports IP version 4 and IP version 6. Both versions can be enabled simultaneously, and at least one version
must always be enabled.

IPv4 Address Configuration

By default, the Axis product is set to use IPv4 (IP version 4) and to obtain the IP address automatically via DHCP. The IPv4 settings are
configured under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Basic.

DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) allows network administrators to centrally manage and automate the assignment of
IP addresses. DHCP should only be enabled if using dynamic IP address notification, or if the DHCP can update a DNS server. It is
then possible to access the Axis product by name (host name).

If DHCP is enabled and the product cannot be accessed, run AXIS IP Utility to search the network for connected Axis products, or reset
the product to the factory default settings (see page 59) and then perform the installation again.

To use a static IP address, check Use the following IP address and specify the IP address, subnet mask and default router.

IPv6 Address Configuration

If IPv6 (IP version 6) is enabled, the Axis product will receive an IP address according to the configuration in the network router.

To enable IPv6, go to System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Basic. Other settings for IPv6 should be configured in the network router.

ARP/Ping
The product’s IP address can be assigned using ARP and Ping. For instructions, see Assign IP Address Using ARP/Ping on page 49.

The ARP/Ping service is enabled by default but is automatically disabled two minutes after the product is started, or as soon as an IP
address is assigned. To re-assign IP address using ARP/Ping, the product must be restarted to enable ARP/Ping for an additional
two minutes.

To disable the service, go to System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Basic and clear the option Enable ARP/Ping setting of IP address.

Pinging the product is still possible when the service is disabled.

Assign IP Address Using ARP/Ping

The product's IP address can be assigned using ARP/Ping. The command must be issued within 2 minutes of connecting power.

1. Acquire a free static IP address on the same network segment as the computer.

2. Locate the serial number (S/N) on the product label.

3. Open a command prompt and enter the following commands:

Linux/Unix syntax

arp -s <IP address> <serial number> temp

ping -s 408 <IP address>

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Linux/Unix example

arp -s 192.168.0.125 00:40:8c:18:10:00 temp

ping -s 408 192.168.0.125

Windows syntax (this may require that you run the command prompt as an administrator)

arp -s <IP address> <serial number>

ping -l 408 -t <IP address>

Windows example (this may require that you run the command prompt as an administrator)

arp -s 192.168.0.125 00-40-8c-18-10-00

ping -l 408 -t 192.168.0.125

4. Check that the network cable is connected and then restart the product by disconnecting and reconnecting power.

5. Close the command prompt when the product responds with Reply from 192.168.0.125:... or similar.

6. Open a browser and type http://<IP address> in the Location/Address field.

For other methods of assigning the IP address, see the document Assign an IP Address and Access the Video Stream on Axis Support
web at www.axis.com/support

Note
• To open a command prompt in Windows, open the Start menu and type cmd in the Run/Search field.
• To use the ARP command in Windows 8/Windows 7/Windows Vista, right-click the command prompt icon and select
Run as administrator.
• To open a command prompt in Mac OS X, open the Terminal utility from Application > Utilities.

AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS)

AVHS used in conjunction with an AVHS service, provides easy and secure Internet access to live and recorded video accessible from
any location. For more information and help to find a local AVHS Service Provider go to www.axis.com/hosting

The AVHS settings are configured under System Options > Network > TCP IP > Basic. The possibility to connect to an AVHS service
is enabled by default. To disable, clear the Enable AVHS box.

One-click enabled - Press and hold the product’s control button (see Hardware overview on page 7 ) for about 3 seconds to connect to
an AVHS service over the Internet. Once registered, Always will be enabled and the Axis product stays connected to the AVHS service.
If the product is not registered within 24 hours from when the button is pressed, the product will disconnect from the AVHS service.

Always - The Axis product will constantly attempt to connect to the AVHS service over the Internet. Once registered the product will
stay connected to the service. This option can be used when the product is already installed and it is not convenient to use the
one-click installation.

AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service

AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service assigns a host name for easy access to the product. For more information, see www.axiscam.net

To register the Axis product with AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service, go to System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Basic. Under
Services, click the AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service Settings button (requires access to the Internet). The domain name currently
registered at AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS service for the product can at any time be removed.

Note
AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service requires IPv4.

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Advanced TCP/IP Settings

DNS Configuration
DNS (Domain Name Service) provides the translation of host names to IP addresses. The DNS settings are configured under System
Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

Select Obtain DNS server address via DHCP to use the DNS settings provided by the DHCP server.

To make manual settings, select Use the following DNS server address and specify the following:

Domain name - Enter the domain(s) to search for the host name used by the Axis product. Multiple domains can be separated by
semicolons. The host name is always the first part of a fully qualified domain name, for example, myserver is the host name in the
fully qualified domain name myserver.mycompany.com where mycompany.com is the domain name.

Primary/Secondary DNS server - Enter the IP addresses of the primary and secondary DNS servers. The secondary DNS server is
optional and will be used if the primary is unavailable.

NTP Configuration
NTP (Network Time Protocol) is used to synchronize the clock times of devices in a network. The NTP settings are configured under
System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

Select Obtain NTP server address via DHCP to use the NTP settings provided by the DHCP server.

To make manual settings, select Use the following NTP server address and enter the host name or IP address of the NTP server.

Host Name Configuration

The Axis product can be accessed using a host name instead of an IP address. The host name is usually the same as the assigned DNS
name. The host name is configured under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

Select Obtain host name via IPv4 DHCP to use host name provided by the DHCP server running on IPv4.

Select Use the host name to set the host name manually.

Select Enable dynamic DNS updates to dynamically update local DNS servers whenever the Axis product’s IP address changes.
For more information, see the online help .

Link-Local IPv4 Address

Link-Local Address is enabled by default and assigns the Axis product an additional IP address which can be used to access
the product from other hosts on the same segment on the local network. The product can have a Link-Local IP and a static
or DHCP-supplied IP address at the same time.

This function can be disabled under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

HTTP
The HTTP port used by the Axis product can be changed under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced. In addition to the
default setting, which is 80, any port in the range 1024–65535 can be used.

HTTPS
The HTTPS port used by the Axis product can be changed under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced. In addition to
the default setting, which is 443, any port in the range 1024–65535 can be used.

To enable HTTPS, go to System Options > Security > HTTPS. For more information, see HTTPS on page 46.

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NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4

A network router allows devices on a private network (LAN) to share a single connection to the Internet. This is done by forwarding
network traffic from the private network to the “outside”, that is, the Internet. Security on the private network (LAN) is increased
since most routers are pre-configured to stop attempts to access the private network (LAN) from the public network (Internet).

Use NAT traversal when the Axis product is located on an intranet (LAN) and you wish to make it available from the other (WAN) side
of a NAT router. With NAT traversal properly configured, all HTTP traffic to an external HTTP port in the NAT router is forwarded to
the product.

NAT traversal is configured under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

Note
• For NAT traversal to work, this must be supported by the router. The router must also support UPnPTM.
• In this context, router refers to any network routing device such as a NAT router, Network router, Internet Gateway,
Broadband router, Broadband sharing device, or a software such as a firewall.

Enable/Disable - When enabled, the Axis product attempts to configure port mapping in a NAT router on your network, using UPnPTM.
Note that UPnPTM must be enabled in the product (see System Options > Network > UPnP).

Use manually selected NAT router - Select this option to manually select a NAT router and enter the IP address for the router in
the field. If no router is specified, the product automatically searches for NAT routers on your network. If more than one router is
found, the default router is selected.

Alternative HTTP port - Select this option to manually define an external HTTP port. Enter a port in the range 1024–65535. If the
port field is empty or contains the default setting, which is 0, a port number is automatically selected when enabling NAT traversal.

Note
• An alternative HTTP port can be used or be active even if NAT traversal is disabled. This is useful if your NAT router does not
support UPnP and you need to manually configure port forwarding in the NAT router.
• If you attempt to manually enter a port that is already in use, another available port is automatically selected.
• When the port is selected automatically it is displayed in this field. To change this, enter a new port number and click Save.

FTP
The FTP server running in the Axis product enables upload of new firmware, user applications, etc. The FTP server can be disabled
under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.

Note
This FTP server has nothing to do with the product’s ability to transfer images via FTP to other locations and servers.

RTSP
The RTSP server running in the Axis product allows a connecting client to start an H.264 stream. The RTSP port number can be
changed under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced. The default port is 554.

Note
H.264 video streams will not be available if the RTSP server is disabled.

SOCKS
SOCKS is a networking proxy protocol. The Axis product can be configured to use a SOCKS server to reach networks on the other
side of a firewall or proxy server. This functionality is useful if the Axis product is located on a local network behind a firewall, and
notifications, uploads, alarms, etc need to be sent to a destination outside the local network (for example the Internet).

SOCKS is configured under System Options > Network > SOCKS. For more information, see the online help .

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QoS (Quality of Service)

QoS (Quality of Service) guarantees a certain level of a specified resource to selected traffic on a network. A QoS-aware network
prioritizes network traffic and provides a greater network reliability by controlling the amount of bandwidth an application may use.

The QoS settings are configured under System Options > Network > QoS. Using DSCP (Differentiated Services Codepoint) values, the
Axis product can mark different types of traffic.

Note
Live audio DSCP will be equal to live video DSCP if H.264 over RTSP is used.

SNMP
The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) allows remote management of network devices. An SNMP community is the
group of devices and management station running SNMP. Community names are used to identify groups.

AXIS Video MIB (Management Information Base) for video hardware can be used to monitor Axis-specific, hardware-related
issues that may need administrative attention. For more information about AXIS Video MIB and to download MIB files, go to
www.axis.com/support

To enable and configure SNMP in the Axis product, go to the System Options > Network > SNMP page.

Depending on the level of security required, select the version on SNMP to use.

Traps are used by the Axis product to send messages to a management system on important events and status changes. Check Enable
traps and enter the IP address where the trap message should be sent and the Trap community that should receive the message.

Note
If HTTPS is enabled, SNMP v1 and SNMP v2c should be disabled.

Traps for SNMP v1/v2 are used by the Axis product to send messages to a management system on important events and status
changes. Check Enable traps and enter the IP address where the trap message should be sent and the Trap community that
should receive the message.

The following traps are available:

• Cold start

• Warm start

• Link up

• Authentication failed

Note
All AXIS Video MIB traps are enabled when SNMP v1/v2c traps are enabled. It is not possible to turn on or off specific traps.

SNMP v3 provides encryption and secure passwords. To use traps with SNMP v3, an SNMP v3 management application is required.

To use SNMP v3, HTTPS must be enabled, see HTTPS on page 46. To enable SNMP v3, check the box and provide the initial user
password.

Note
The initial password can only be set once. If the password is lost, the Axis product must be reset to factory default, see How
to reset to factory default settings on page 59.

UPnPTM
The Axis product includes support for UPnPTM. UPnPTM is enabled by default and the product is automatically detected by operating
systems and clients that support this protocol.

UPnPTM can be disabled under System Options > Network > UPnP.

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RTP/H.264
The RTP port range and multicast settings are configured under System Options > Network > RTP.

The RTP port range defines the range of ports from which the video/audio ports are automatically selected. For multicast streams,
only certain IP addresses and port numbers should be used.

Select Always Multicast Video and/or Always Multicast Audio to start multicast streaming without opening an RTSP session.

Bonjour
The Axis product includes support for Bonjour. Bonjour is enabled by default and the product is automatically detected by operating
systems and clients that support this protocol.

Bonjour can be disabled under System Options > Network > Bonjour.

Storage
About SD cards
NOTICE
NO TICE
To prevent data corruption, the SD card should be unmounted before removal.

Note
For SD card recommendations see www.axis.com

The Axis product supports microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC cards.

The following SD card file systems are supported:

• ext4 — recommended due to its resilience against data loss if the card is ejected or if there is abrupt power loss. To access
data stored on the card from the Windows operating system, a third-party ext4 driver or application is required.

• vFAT — supported by most operating systems for personal computers.

The SD card is managed on the System Options > Storage page. Click SD Card to open Storage Management.

If the card’s status shows as failed, click Check disk to see if the problem can be found and then try Repair. This option is only
available for SD cards with ext4. For SD cards with vFAT, use a card reader or computer to troubleshoot the card.

To avoid filling the card, it is recommended to remove recordings continuously. Under General Settings, select Remove recordings
older than and select the number of days or weeks.

To stop writing to the card and protect recordings from being removed, select Lock under General Settings.

How to mount and unmount the SD card

NOTICE
NO TICE
To prevent corruption of recordings, the SD card should always be unmounted before it is ejected.

The SD card is automatically mounted when the card is inserted into the Axis product or when the product is started. A manual
mount is only required if the card has been unmounted and not ejected and re-inserted.

To unmount the SD card:

1. Open the Axis product’s webpages and go to Setup > System Options > Storage.

2. Click SD Card.

3. Click Unmount.

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4. The card can now be removed.

How to format the SD card

NOTICE
NO TICE
Formatting the SD card will remove all data and recordings stored on the card.

The Axis product can be configured to automatically format SD cards that are inserted into the product. If autoformat is enabled and
an SD card is inserted, the product will check if the SD card has the ext4 file system. If the card has a different file system, the
card will automatically be formatted to ext4.

Important
If autoformat is enabled, only use new or empty SD cards. Any data stored on the card will be lost when the card is inserted
into the Axis product.

To enable automatic formatting, follow these steps:

1. Open the Axis product’s webpages and go to Setup > System Options > Storage.

2. Click SD Card.

3. Under General Settings, select Autoformat to.

4. Click OK to save settings.

An SD card inserted into the product can be manually formatted to one of the supported file systems. To manually format the
SD card, follow these steps:

1. Insert the SD card in the SD card slot.

2. Open the Axis product’s webpages and go to Setup > System Options > Storage.

3. Click SD Card.

4. Click Format and select the desired file system.

5. Click OK to start formatting the card.

How to encrypt SD card data

To prevent unauthorized individuals and systems from accessing recorded video, the SD card content can be encrypted. Encryption
can only be enabled when the card is unmounted. After enabling encryption, the SD card must be formatted so that no unencrypted
data remains on the card. The card must also be mounted before it can be used.

Note
If autoformat is enabled, the card will be formatted and mounted automatically when encryption is enabled. The format and
mount steps below should then be skipped.

To encrypt the SD card content:

1. Open the Axis product’s webpages and go to Setup > System Options > Storage.

2. Click SD Card to open Storage Management.

3. If the SD card is mounted, click Unmount to unmount the card.

4. Click Encrypt.

5. Select Enable SD card encryption and enter a passphrase.

6. Back in Storage Management, click Format to format the SD card.

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7. Click Mount to mount the SD card.

It is possible to change the passphrase without reformatting the card. Open Storage Management, click Encrypt and enter the
old and new passphrases. The passphrase can only be changed when the card is mounted. Changing the passphrase does not
disrupt ongoing recordings.

To disable encryption, unmount the SD card and follow the steps above but clear the Enable SD card encryption option. The card
must be formatted and mounted when encryption has been disabled.

Network Share
Network share allows you to add network storage such as a NAS (network-attached storage). The NAS shall be dedicated for
recordings and data from the Axis products connected to the network. For information about reference NAS devices, go to
www.axis.com/products/axis-companion/support-and-documentation

Note
For NAS recommendations see www.axis.com

To add a network share:

1. Go to System Options > Storage.

2. Click Network Share.

3. Enter the IP address, DNS or Bonjour name to the host server in the Host field.

4. Enter the name of the share in the Share field. Sub folders cannot be used.

5. If required, select The share requires login and enter the user name and password.

6. Click Connect.

To clear all recordings and data from the Axis product’s folder on the designated share, click Clear under Storage Tools.

To avoid filling the share, it is recommended to remove recordings continuously. Under Recording Settings, select Remove recordings
older than and select the number of days or weeks.

To stop writing to the share and protect recordings from being removed, select Lock under Recording Settings.

Ports & Devices

I/O Ports
The Axis product provides one input port and one output port for connection of external devices. For information about how to
connect external devices, see Connectors on page 65.

The I/O ports are configured under System Options > Ports & Devices > I/O Ports. The ports can be given descriptive names and their
Normal states can be configured as Open circuit or Grounded circuit.

COM Port
The Axis product has one RS-485/RS-422 serial port. The port supports the following modes:

• Generic HTTP allows the Axis product to receive data and send commands via HTTP.

• Pan Tilt Zoom is used to control a PTZ device. The PTZ device requires a driver. See How to install a PTZ driver for more
information. Drivers can be downloaded from www.axis.com

• Generic TCP/IP allows the Axis product to receive data and send commands via TCP/IP.

Select the desired Port Type from the drop-down list. For more information, see the online help .

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Port Status
The list on the System Options > Ports & Devices > Port Status page shows the status of the product’s input and output ports.

Maintenance
The Axis product provides several maintenance functions. These are available under System Options > Maintenance.

Click Restart to perform a correct restart if the Axis product is not behaving as expected. This will not affect any of the current
settings.

Note
A restart clears all entries in the Server Report.

Click Restore to reset most settings to the factory default values. The following settings are not affected:

• the boot protocol (DHCP or static)

• the static IP address

• the default router

• the subnet mask

• the system time

• the IEEE 802.1X settings

• the focus position

Note
If the Axis product is restored, uploaded applications and their settings are removed.

Click Default to reset all settings, including the IP address, to the factory default values. This button should be used with caution. The
Axis product can also be reset to factory default using the control button, see How to reset to factory default settings on page 59.

To identify the product or test the Status LED, click Flash LED under Identify and specify the duration in seconds, minutes or hours.
This can be useful for identifying the product among other products installed in the same location.

For information about firmware upgrade, see How to upgrade the firmware on page 60.

Support
Support Overview
The System Options > Support > Support Overview page provides information on troubleshooting and contact information,
should you require technical assistance.

See also Troubleshooting on page 60.

System Overview
To get an overview of the Axis product’s status and settings, go to System Options > Support > System Overview. Information
that can be found here includes firmware version, IP address, network and security settings, event settings, image settings
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Logs & Reports

The System Options > Support > Logs & Reports page generates logs and reports useful for system analysis and troubleshooting. If
contacting Axis Support, please provide a Server Report with your query.

System Log - Provides information about system events.

Access Log - Lists all failed attempts to access the product. The Access Log can also be configured to list all connections to the
product (see below).

Server Report - Provides information about the product status in a pop-up window. The Access Log is automatically included
in the Server Report.

You can view or download the server report. Downloading the server report creates a .zip file that contains a complete server report
text file in UTF–8 format. Select the Include snapshot with default image settings option to include a snapshot of the product’s Live
View. The server report .zip file should always be included when contacting support.

Parameter List - Shows the product's parameters and their current settings. This may prove useful when troubleshooting or
when contacting Axis Support.

Connection List - Lists all clients that are currently accessing media streams.

Crash Report - Generates an archive with debugging information. The report takes several minutes to generate.

Advanced
Scripting
Scripting allows experienced users to customize and use their own scripts.

NOTICE
NO TICE
Improper use may cause unexpected behavior and loss of contact with the Axis product.

Axis strongly recommends that you do not use this function unless you understand the consequences. Axis Support does not provide
assistance for problems with customized scripts.

To open the Script Editor, go to System Options > Advanced > Scripting. If a script causes problems, reset the product to its
factory default settings, see page 59.

For more information, see www.axis.com/developer

File Upload
Files, for example webpages and images, can be uploaded to the Axis product and used as custom settings. To upload a file, go
to System Options > Advanced > File Upload.

Uploaded files are accessed through http://<ip address>/local/<user>/<file name> where <user> is the
selected user group (viewer, operator or administrator) for the uploaded file.

Plain Config
Plain Config is for advanced users with experience of Axis product configuration. Most parameters can be set and modified from
this page.

To open Plain Config, go to System Options > Advanced > Plain Config. Axis Support does not provide assistance with this feature.

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How to reset to factory default settings

Important
Reset to factory default should be used with caution. A reset to factory default resets all settings, including the IP address, to
the factory default values.

To reset the product to the factory default settings:

1. Disconnect power from the product.

2. Press and hold the control button and reconnect power.

3. Keep the control button pressed for 15–30 seconds until the status LED indicator flashes amber.

4. Release the control button. The process is complete when the status LED indicator turns green. The product has been reset
to the factory default settings. If no DHCP server is available on the network, the default IP address is 192.168.0.90

5. Using the installation and management software tools, assign an IP address, set the password, and access the video stream.

The installation and management software tools are available from the support pages at www.axis.com/support

6. Refocus the product.

It is also possible to reset parameters to factory default via the web interface. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance and
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How to check the current firmware

Firmware is software that determines the functionality of network devices. One of your first actions when troubleshooting a problem
should be to check the current firmware version. The latest version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem. The
current firmware version in the Axis product is displayed in the page Setup > Basic Setup and in Setup > About.

How to upgrade the firmware

Important
• Your dealer reserves the right to charge for any repair attributable to faulty upgrade by the user.
• Preconfigured and customized settings are saved when the firmware is upgraded (providing the features are available in the
new firmware) although this is not guaranteed by Axis Communications AB.

Note
• After the upgrade process has completed, the product restarts automatically. If you restart the product manually after
the upgrade, wait 10 minutes even if you suspect that the upgrade has failed.
• When you upgrade the Axis product with the latest firmware, the product receives the latest functionality available. Always
read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release before upgrading the firmware.

1. Download the latest firmware file to your computer, available free of charge at www.axis.com/support

2. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance in the product’s webpages.

3. Under Upgrade Server, click Browse and locate the file on your computer.

4. Click Upgrade.

5. Wait approximately 10 minutes while the product is being upgraded and restarted. Then access the product.

6. Go to Setup > Basic Setup to verify the firmware upgrade.

AXIS Camera Management can be used for multiple upgrades. See www.axis.com for more information.

Emergency Recovery Procedure

If power or network connection is lost during the upgrade, the process fails and the product may become unresponsive. Flashing
red Status indicator indicates a failed upgrade. To recover the product, follow the steps below. The serial number is found on
the product’s label.

1. In UNIX/Linux, type the following from the command line:

arp -s <IP address> <serial number> temp

ping -l 408 <IP address>

In Windows, type the following from a command/DOS prompt (this may require that you run the command prompt as
an administrator):

arp -s <IP address> <serial number>

ping -l 408 -t <IP address>

2. If the product does not reply in 30 seconds, restart it and wait for a reply. Press CTRL+C to stop Ping.

3. Open a browser and type in the product’s IP address. In the page that opens, use the Browse button to select the upgrade
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4. After the upgrade is complete (1–10 minutes), the product automatically restarts and shows a steady green on the
Status indicator.

5. Reinstall the product, referring to the Installation Guide.

If the emergency recovery procedure does not get the product up and running again, contact Axis support at www.axis.com/support

Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions

Problems upgrading the firmware
Firmware upgrade failure If the firmware upgrade fails, the product reloads the previous firmware. Check the firmware
file and try again.

Problems setting the IP address

When using ARP/Ping Try the installation again. The IP address must be set within two minutes after power has been
applied to the product. Ensure the Ping length is set to 408. For instructions, see Assign IP Address
Using ARP/Ping on page 49.
The product is located on a If the IP address intended for the product and the IP address of the computer used to access the
different subnet product are located on different subnets, you will not be able to set the IP address. Contact your
network administrator to obtain an IP address.
The IP address is being used Disconnect the Axis product from the network. Run the Ping command (in a Command/DOS
by another device window, type ping and the IP address of the product):

• If you receive: Reply from <IP address>: bytes=32; time=10...

this means that the IP address may already be in use by another device on the network.
Obtain a new IP address from the network administrator and reinstall the product.
• If you receive: Request timed out, this means that the IP address is available
for use with the Axis product. Check all cabling and reinstall the product.
Possible IP address conflict The static IP address in the Axis product is used before the DHCP server sets a dynamic address.
with another device on the This means that if the same default static IP address is also used by another device, there may
same subnet be problems accessing the product.

The product cannot be accessed from a browser

Cannot log in When HTTPS is enabled, ensure that the correct protocol (HTTP or HTTPS) is used when attempting
to log in. You may need to manually type http or https in the browser’s address field.

If the password for the user root is lost, the product must be reset to the factory default settings.
See How to reset to factory default settings on page 59.
The IP address has been IP addresses obtained from a DHCP server are dynamic and may change. If the IP address has
changed by DHCP been changed, use AXIS IP Utility or AXIS Camera Management to locate the product on the
network. Identify the product using its model or serial number, or by the DNS name (if the name
has been configured).

If required, a static IP address can be assigned manually. For instructions, see the document Assign
an IP Address and Access the Video Stream on Axis Support web at www.axis.com/support.
Certificate error when using For authentication to work properly, the date and time settings in the Axis product should be
IEEE 802.1X synchronized with an NTP server. See Date & Time on page 48.

The product is accessible locally but not externally

Router configuration To configure your router to allow incoming data traffic to the Axis product, enable the NAT-traversal
feature which will attempt to automatically configure the router to allow access to the Axis
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Firewall protection Check the Internet firewall with your network administrator.
Default routers required Check if you need to configure the router settings from System Options > Network > TCP/IP >
Basic.

Problems with streaming H.264

Problems with AXIS Media To enable the updating of video images in Internet Explorer, set the browser to allow ActiveX
Control (Internet Explorer controls. Also, make sure that AXIS Media Control is installed on your computer.
only)
No H.264 displayed in the Check that the relevant H.264 connection methods and correct interface are enabled in the AMC
client Control Panel (streaming tab). See About AXIS Media Control (AMC) on page 15.

In the AMC Control Panel, select the H.264 tab and click Set to default H.264 decoder.

Check that RTSP is enabled under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Advanced.
Multicast H.264 only Check if your router supports multicasting, or if the router settings between the client and the
accessible by local clients product need to be configured. The TTL (Time To Live) value may need to be increased.
No multicast H.264 Check with your network administrator that the multicast addresses used by the Axis product
displayed in the client are valid for your network.

Check with your network administrator to see if there is a firewall preventing viewing.
Poor rendering of H.264 Ensure that your graphics card is using the latest driver. The latest drivers can usually be
images downloaded from the manufacturer’s website.
Color saturation is different Modify the settings for your graphics adapter. Refer to the adapter’s documentation for more
in H.264 and Motion JPEG information.
Lower frame rate than See Performance considerations on page 67.
expected
Reduce the number of applications running on the client computer.

Limit the number of simultaneous viewers.

Check with the network administrator that there is enough bandwidth available.

Check in the AMC Control Panel (H.264 tag) that video processing is not set to Decode only
key frames.

Lower the image resolution.

Set a Capture Mode that prioritizes frame rate. Changing the capture mode to prioritize frame rate
might lower the maximum resolution depending on the product used and capture modes available.

The maximum frames per second is dependent on the utility frequency (60/50 Hz) of the Axis
product.

Status and Network indicator LEDs are flashing red rapidly

Hardware failure Contact your Axis reseller.

Product does not start up

Product does not start up If the product does not start up keep the network cable connected and re-insert the power cable
to the midspan.

Video and image problems, general

Image unsatisfactory Check the video stream and camera settings under Setup > Video & Audio > Video Stream and
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No audio
Incorrect setup Check the sound card in the computer. Ensure that mute is not selected and that the volume
settings are correct.
Check that Enable audio support is selected under Setup > System Options > Security > Audio
Support.

Check that the correct Audio Input source is selected under Setup > Video & Audio > Audio
Settings.

Poor audio quality

Stuttering Reduce the number of listeners and viewers. Decrease image resolution and compression.
Unsynchronized audio and Synchronize the product’s date and time settings with an NTP server. Go to Setup > System
video using H.264 Options > Date & Time.
Distorted audio Check that the correct Audio Input source is selected under Setup > Video & Audio > Audio
Settings.
Feedback loops Feedback loops might appear in full-duplex mode. Try moving the microphone or the speaker, or
use half-duplex mode instead.

Storage and disk management problems

Storage disruption A storage disruption alarm is sent if a storage device is unavailable, removed, full, locked or if other
read or write problems occur. To identify the source of the problem, check the System Log under
System Options > Support > Logs & Reports. Depending on the problem, it might be necessary to
re-mount the storage device.

For information on how to set up a storage disruption alarm, see About events on page 38.
Video cannot be recorded Check that the SD card is not write protected (that is, read only).
SD card cannot be mounted Reformat the SD card and then click Mount.

NOTICE
NO TICE
Formatting the card will remove all content, including all recordings, from the SD card.

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Technical specifications

You can find the latest version of the datasheet at www.axis.com

LED Indicators
Note
• The Status LED can be configured to be unlit during normal operation. To configure, go to Setup > System Options > Ports
& Devices > LED. See the online help for more information.
• The Status LED can be configured to flash while an event is active.
• The Status LED can be configured to flash for identifying the unit. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance.

Status LED Indication

Green Steady green for normal operation.
Amber Steady during startup. Flashes when restoring settings.
Red Firmware upgrade failure.

Network LED Indication

Green Steady for connection to a 100 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity.
Amber Steady for connection to a 10 Mbit/s network. Flashes for network activity.
Unlit No network connection.

Power LED Indication

Green Normal operation.
Amber Flashes green/amber during firmware upgrade.

Status LED behavior for focus assistant

The status LED flashes when the Focus Assistant is active.

Color Indication
Red The image is out of focus.
Adjust the lens.
Amber The image is close to focus.
The lens needs fine tuning.
Green The image is in focus.

SD card slot
NOTICE
NO TICE
• Risk of damage to SD card. Do not use sharp tools, metal objects or excessive force when inserting or removing the
SD card. Use your fingers to insert and remove the card.
• Risk of data loss and corrupted recordings. Do not remove the SD card while the product is running. Disconnect power or
unmount the SD card from the Axis product’s webpages before removal.

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For SD card recommendations, see www.axis.com

Buttons
Control Button
For location of the control button, see Hardware overview on page 7 .

The control button is used for:

• Enabling the Focus Assistant. Press and very quickly release the Control button.

• Resetting the product to factory default settings. See page 59.

• Connecting to an AXIS Video Hosting System service. See page 50. To connect, press and hold the button for about 3
seconds until the Status LED flashes green.

• Connecting to AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service. See page 50. To connect, press and hold the button for about 3 seconds.

Connectors
Network connector
RJ45 Ethernet connector with Power over Ethernet (PoE).

NOTICE
NO TICE
The product shall be connected using a shielded network cable (STP). All cables connecting the product to the network shall
be intended for their specific use. Make sure that the network devices are installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions. For information about regulatory requirements, see the Installation Guide available at www.axis.com

About I/O connectors

Use the I/O connector with external devices in combination with, for example, tampering alarms, motion detection, event triggering,
and alarm notifications. In addition to the 0 V DC reference point and power (DC output), the I/O connector provides the interface to:

Digital output - For connecting external devices such as relays and LEDs. Connected devices can be activated by the VAPIX®
Application Programming Interface or in the product’s webpage.

Digital input - For connecting devices that can toggle between an open and closed circuit, for example PIR sensors, door/window
contacts, and glass break detectors.

Note
The I/O connector is connected to the housing (fan/heater) on delivery. In case of a fan or heater error, an input signal will be
triggered in the camera. Set up an action rule in the camera to configure which action the signal shall trigger.

4–pin terminal block

Note
The I/O connector is connected to the housing (fan/heater) on delivery. In the case of a fan or heater error, an input signal
will be triggered in the camera. Set up an action rule in the camera to configure which action the signal shall trigger. For
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Function Pin Notes Specifications

0 V DC (-) 1 0 V DC
DC output 2 Can be used to power auxiliary equipment. 3.3 V DC
Note: This pin can only be used as power out. Max load = 50 mA
Digital input 3 Connect to pin 1 to activate, or leave floating (unconnected) 0 to max 40 V DC
to deactivate
Digital output 4 Connected to pin 1 when activated, floating (unconnected) 0 to max 40 V DC, open drain,
when deactivated. If used with an inductive load, e.g. a relay, 100 mA
a diode must be connected in parallel with the load, for
protection against voltage transients.

1 0 V DC (-)
2 DC output 3.3 V, max 50 mA
3 Digital input 0 to max 40 V DC
4 Digital output 0 to max 40 V DC, open drain, 100 mA

Power Connector
2-pin terminal block for DC power input. Use a Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) compliant
limited power source (LPS) with either a rated output power limited to ≤100 W or a rated output
current limited to ≤5 A.

Audio Connector
3.5 mm audio connectors
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1 Tip 2 Ring 3 Sleeve

Audio Input Microphone/Line in Ground
Audio Output Line out, mono (stereo connector Line out, mono (stereo connector Ground
compatible) compatible)

RS485/RS422 connector
Two 2-pin terminal blocks for RS485/RS422 serial interface used to control auxiliary equipment such as pan-tilt devices.

The serial port can be configured to support:

• Two-wire RS485 half duplex

• Four-wire RS485 full duplex
• Two-wire RS422 simplex
• Four-wire RS422 full duplex point to point communication

Function Pin Notes

RS485B alt RS485/422 RX(B) 1 RX pair for all modes (combined RX/TX for 2-wire RS485)
RS485A alt RS485/422 RX(A) 2

RS485/RS422 TX(B) 3 TX pair for RS422 and 4-wire RS485

RS485/RS422 TX(A) 4

Important
The recommended maximum cable length is 30 m (98 ft).

Performance considerations
When setting up your system, it is important to consider how various settings and situations affect the performance. Some factors
affect the amount of bandwidth (the bitrate) required, others can affect the frame rate, and some affect both. If the load on the
CPU reaches its maximum, this also affects the frame rate.

The following factors are the most important to consider:

• High image resolution or lower compression levels result in images containing more data which in turn affects the
bandwidth.

• Access by large numbers of Motion JPEG or unicast H.264 clients affects the bandwidth.

• Simultaneous viewing of different streams (resolution, compression) by different clients affects both frame rate and
bandwidth.

• Accessing Motion JPEG and H.264 video streams simultaneously affects both frame rate and bandwidth.

• Heavy usage of event settings affect the product’s CPU load which in turn affects the frame rate.

• Using HTTPS may reduce frame rate, in particular if streaming Motion JPEG.

• Heavy network utilization due to poor infrastructure affects the bandwidth.

• Viewing on poorly performing client computers lowers perceived performance and affects frame rate.

• Running multiple AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) applications simultaneously may affect the frame rate and
the general performance.

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AXIS P1357-E Network Camera Date: February 2017
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