Axis Communications launches today the AXIS 215 PTZ Network Camera, a Pan/Tilt/Zoom camera that provides full 360 degree panning by the use of the new and unique Auto-flip feature. The highly compact AXIS 215 PTZ is perfect for the indoor surveillance of shops, reception areas, schools, offices and other places that require both overview and zoom functionality.
“We are now seeing a great increase in the demand for small maneuverable cameras, which is due to the fact that network video makes it possible to remotely pan, tilt and zoom without using any extra cables,” says Anders Laurin, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy, of Axis Communications AB. “Examples of target applications are all types of indoor surveillance where the user can benefit from changing the field of view, for example to follow a potential shoplifter, or to redirect the camera to preset positions whenever there is an alarm.”
AXIS 215 PTZ also features automatic day and night functionality, 12x optical zoom, 4x digital zoom and autofocusing. Simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams at resolutions up to 4CIF allow for optimized quality and bandwidth usage. Pre- and post-alarm image buffering, video motion detection, as well as scheduled and triggered event functionality with alarm notification all combine to create an effective solution for indoor monitoring. Two-way audio support enables remote users not only to view, but also listen in on an area and communicate orders or requests to visitors or intruders, thereby increasing the monitoring options. AXIS 215 PTZ also supports audio alarms, making it possible to detect the noise from intruders even in the dark.
All PTZ cameras have a mechanical stop that prevents the camera from panning the full 360° degrees and thereby breaking the cables between the camera and the main board. This means that following e.g. a person walking behind the camera will not be possible - you will only see them when they appear in the camera’s angle of view. The unique Auto-flip feature reverses the pan direction whenever the camera reaches the mechanical stop at 180° and does so in about in 1 second. Auto-flip means the AXIS 215 PTZ has no blind spots and is suitable for mounting in the center of the ceiling.
The comprehensive set of network security features in the AXIS 215 PTZ includes multi-level password protection, IP address filtering and HTTPS encryption.
The AXIS 215 PTZ is supplied complete with all indoor mounting accessories. (A separate housing is available for outdoor use.) The product is supported by the industry’s largest base of application software through the Axis Application Development Partner program, as well as the AXIS Camera Station video management software. The AXIS 215 PTZ will be available through Axis distribution channels in June 2007.
About Axis
Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axisproductsand solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms.
Axis is a Swedish-based company, operating worldwide with offices in 18 countries and cooperating with partners inmore than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the Nordic List, Mid Cap and Information Technology exchanges. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.
For further information, please contact:
Anders Laurin, Executive Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Axis Communications AB
Phone: +46 46 272 18 00, E-mail:
Axis Communications AB Address Emdalavägen 14, 223 69 LUND, Sweden Phone +46 46 272 18 00 Fax +46 46 13 61 30 http://www.axis.com