User Manual: AXIS P3301 Fixed Dome Network Camera

USER MANUAL
AXIS P3301 Fixed Dome Network Camera

About this document
This manual is intended for administrators and users of AXIS P3301
Fixed Dome Network Camera, and is applicable to firmware 5.40 and
later. It includes instructions for using and managing the product on
your network. Previous experience of networking will be of use when
using this product. Some knowledge of UNIX or Linux-based systems
may also be beneficial, for developing shell scripts and applications.
Later versions of this document will be posted to the Axis website,
as required. See also the product’s online help, available via the
web-based interface.
Liability
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Please
inform your local Axis office of any inaccuracies or omissions. Axis
Communications AB cannot be held responsible for any technical or
typographical errors and reserves the right to make changes to the
product and manuals without prior notice. Axis Communications AB
makes no warranty of any kind with regard to the material contained
within this document, including, but not limited to, the implied
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Axis
Communications AB shall not be liable nor responsible for incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance
or use of this material.
Intellectual Property Rights
Axis AB has intellectual property rights relating to technology embodied
in the product described in this document. In particular, and without
limitation, these intellectual property rights may include one or more
of the patents listed at http://www.axis.com/patent.htm and one or
more additional patents or pending patent applications in the US and
other countries.
This product contains licensed third-party software. See the menu item
“About” in the product’s user interface for more information.
This product contains source code copyright Apple Computer,
Inc., under the terms of Apple Public Source License 2.0 (see
http://www.opensource.apple.com/apsl). The source code is available
from http://developer.apple.com/darwin/projects/bonjour/
Equipment Modifications
This equipment must be installed and used in strict accordance with the
instructions given in the user documentation. This equipment contains
no user-serviceable components. Unauthorized equipment changes or
modifications will invalidate all applicable regulatory certifications
and approvals.
Trademark Acknowledgments
Apple, Boa, Bonjour, Ethernet, Internet Explorer, Linux, Microsoft,
Mozilla, Real, SMPTE, QuickTime, UNIX, Windows, Windows Vista and
WWW are registered trademarks of the respective holders. Java and
all Java-based trademarks and logos are trademarks or registered
trademarks of Oracle and/or its affiliates. UPnPTM is a certification
mark of the UPnPTM Implementers Corporation.
Support
Should you require any technical assistance, please contact your Axis
reseller. If your questions cannot be answered immediately, your
reseller will forward your queries through the appropriate channels to
ensure a rapid response. If you are connected to the Internet, you can:
• download user documentation and software updates
• find answers to resolved problems in the FAQ database. Search
by product, category, or phrase
• report problems to Axis support staff by logging in to your private
support area
• chat with Axis support staff (selected countries only)
• visit Axis Support at www.axis.com/techsup/
Table of Contents
Hardware overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
LED indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Accessing the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Access from a browser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Access from the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Set the root password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
The Live View page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Media streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
How to stream H.264 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
MJPEG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
AXIS Media Control (AMC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Alternative methods of accessing the video stream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Accessing audio streams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Setting up the product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Video and Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Video Stream . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Stream Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Camera Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Overlay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Privacy Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Audio Clips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Live View Config . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Detectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Camera Tampering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Motion Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Audio detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Convert Event Types to Action Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Setting Up an Action Rule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Recipients . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Recurrences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Recordings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Recording List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Continuous recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
System Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Date & Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Ports & Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Reset to factory default settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Checking the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Upgrading the firmware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Emergency recovery procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Performance considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
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Hardware overview
Hardware overview
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1 Network connector
2 I/O terminal connector
3 Control button
4 Network indicator LED
5 Power indicator LED
6 Power connector
7 Audio out
8 Audio in
9 Status indicator LED
10 Microphone
Connectors
Network connector - RJ-45 Ethernet connector. Supports Power over Ethernet (PoE).
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Hardware overview
Caution
To protect the product against power surges, a shielded network cable (STP) must be used between the product and the
network switch. Ensure that the network switch is properly grounded.
Audio in (pink) - 3.5 mm input for a mono microphone, or a line-in mono signal (left channel is used from a stereo signal).
Audio out (green) - 3.5 mm output for audio (line level) that can be connected to a public address (PA) system or an active speaker
with a built-in amplifier. A stereo connector must be used for the audio out.
Control button - The control button is used for:

• Connecting to an AXIS Video Hosting System service. See page 34. To connect, press and hold the button for about
1 second until the Status LED flashes green.
• Connecting to AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service. See page 34. To connect, press and hold the button for
about 3 seconds.
• Resetting the product to factory default settings. See page 40.
Power connector - Mini DC connector
I/O connector
Note
For technical specifications, see page 46.
I/O terminal connector - Use in applications for e.g. motion detection, event triggering, time lapse recording and alarm notifications.
In addition to an auxiliary power and a GND pin, the I/O terminal 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, output buttons on the Live View page or by an Action Rule. The
output will show as active (shown under System Options > Ports & Devices) if the alarm device is activated.
• Digital input — An alarm input for connecting devices that can toggle between an open and closed circuit, for
example: PIRs, door/window contacts, glass break detectors, etc. When a signal is received the state changes and
the input becomes active (shown under System Options > Ports & Devices).
Function Pin Notes Specifications

GND 1 Ground
3.3 V DC Power 2 Can be used to power auxiliary equipment. Max load = 50 mA
Note: This pin can only be used as power out.
Digital Input 3 Connect to GND to activate, or leave floating (unconnected) 0 to +40 V DC
to deactivate.
Digital Output 4 Internal connection to ground when activated, floating Max load =100 mA
(unconnected) when deactivated. If used with an inductive Max voltage = +40 V DC
load, e.g. a relay, a diode must be connected in parallel with
the load, for protection against voltage transients.
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Hardware overview
3.3 V max 50 mA 2
LED indicators
LED Color Indication
Network 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.
Status Green Steady green for normal operation.
Amber Steady during startup and when restoring settings.
Red Slow flash for failed upgrade.
Power Green Normal operation.
Amber Flashes green/amber during firmware upgrade.
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. This can be done under Setup > System Options >
Maintenance.
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Accessing the product
To install the Axis product, refer to the Installation Guide supplied with the product.
The product can be used with most operating systems and browsers. The recommended browsers are Internet Explorer with Windows,
Safari with Macintosh and Firefox with other operating systems. See Technical Specifications, on page 46.
Note
• To view streaming video in Internet Explorer, allow installation of AXIS Media Control (AMC) when prompted.
• QuickTimeTM is also supported for viewing H.264 streams and for audio.
• If your computer restricts the use of additional software components, the product can be configured to use a Java
applet for viewing Motion JPEG.
• The Axis product includes (1) H.264 decoder license for viewing video streams and (1) AAC audio license. These licenses are
automatically installed with AMC. The administrator can disable the installation of the decoders, to prevent installation of
unlicensed copies.
Access from a browser

1. Start a browser (Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari).
2. Enter the IP address or host name of the Axis product in the browser’s Location/Address field. To access the product from a
Macintosh computer (Mac OS X), click on the Bonjour tab 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 more information on how to
discover and assign an IP address, refer to the Installation Guide.
3. Enter your user name and password. If this is the first time the product is accessed, the root password must first be
configured; for instructions see Set the root password, on page 8 .
4. The product’s Live View page appears in your browser.
Note
The layout of the Live View page may have been customized to meet specific requirements. Consequently, some of the
examples and functions featured here may differ from those displayed in your own Live View page.
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Access 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, please see NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4, on page 35. 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\techsup
Set the root password

To gain access to the Axis product, you must set the password for the default administrator user root. This is done in the Configure
Root Password dialog, which appears 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.
To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the first dialog.
To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, follow these steps:
1. Click Create self-signed certificate.
2. Provide the requested information and click OK. The certificate is created and the password can now be set securely. All
traffic to and from the product is encrypted from this point on.
3. Enter a password and then re-enter to confirm the spelling. Click OK. The password has now been configured.
Note
• 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 Reset to factory default
settings, on page 40.
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The Live View page

If the Axis product has been customized to meet specific requirements, not all the items described below will appear in the Live View
page. The following provides an overview of each available button.
Controls on the Live View page

The Stream Profile drop-down list allows you to select a customized or pre-programmed stream profile. Stream
profiles are configured under Video & Audio > Stream Profiles. See Stream Profiles, on page 16.
Click Pulse to activate the output for a defined period of time, such as switching on an external light for 20 seconds.
Click the Active/Inactive buttons to manually start and stop a connected device — e.g. switch an external light
on and off.
The Manual Trigger button can trigger an event directly from the Live View page. The button is configured under
Live View Config > Action Buttons.
Click Snapshot to save a snapshot of the video image. Right-click the video image to save it in JPEG format on your
computer. 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 page. Select the audio
clip and click the Play button.
AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar

The AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar is available in Internet Explorer only. See AXIS Media Control (AMC), on page 11 for more
information. The toolbar displays the following buttons:
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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. The location where the image is saved can be specified
in the AMC Control Panel.
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. The location where the recording is saved can be specified
in the AMC Control Panel.
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.
Speaker button — Click to turn the speakers on or off.
Microphone button – Click to mute or unmute the microphone. In Simplex - Network Camera speaker only mode,
click this button to stop sending audio to the product.
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 – Network Camera speaker only mode
To send audio, the Talk and Microphone buttons must both be enabled. Click either button to stop audio
transmission.
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Media streams
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 page 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 page.
How to stream H.264

The video compression standard H.264 makes good use of bandwidth, and can provide high quality video streams at less than 1 Mbit/s.
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 always have an up-to-date video
stream, even if some images 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 images 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.
MJPEG
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.
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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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 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, 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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Media streams
Note
• <ip>= IP addess
• The Axis product supports QuickTime 6.5.1 and later.
• QuickTime adds 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.
Accessing 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
• The Java applet supports simplex audio with G.711 encoding.
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Setting up the product
Setting up the product
The Axis product can be configured by users with administrator or operator rights. Click Setup in the top right-hand corner of
the Live View page.
• Administrators have unrestricted access to all settings.
• Operators have access to all settings except System Options
See also the online help .
Basic Setup
Basic Setup provides shortcuts to the settings that should be made before using the Axis product:
1. Users. See page 31.
2. TCP/IP. See page 33.
3. Date & Time. See page 32.
4. Video Stream. See page 15.
5. Focus. See page 14
6. Audio Settings. See page 18.
The Basic Setup menu can be disabled from System Options > Security > Users.
Focus Adjustment
The focus can be adjusted under Basic Setup > Focus. Follow the on-screen instructions to adjust the focus. For further information
about focus, refer to the product’s Installation Guide.
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Video and Audio
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 15.
• Stream profiles. See page 16.
• Camera settings. See page 16.
• Overlay image. See page 17.
• Privacy mask. See page 18.
• Audio settings. See page 18.
• Audio clips. See page 19.
Video Stream
You can define the following video stream settings from Video & Audio > Video Stream:
• Image. See page 15.
• H.264. See page 16.
• MJPEG. See page 16.
Image
You can modify the image resolution and compression, and rotate the image from the Image tab (Video & Audio > Video Stream).
The image can also be mirrored from the Image tab.
Setting the compression level affects the image quality and bandwidth; the lower the compression, the higher the image quality
with higher bandwidth requirements.
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To avoid bandwidth problems on the network, you can limit the frame rate allowed to each viewer. The maximum frame rate can be
set to Unlimited, or you can limit the frame rate to a value.
An image or text can be superimposed over the image as overlay. See Overlay, on page 17.
Save your settings before they can take effect.
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 bit rates.
An H.264 video stream consists of different types of frames such as I-frames, P-frames and B-frames. An I-frame is a complete image
whereas P-frames and B-frames only contain the differences from previous/future frames.
The GOV length is the number of frames between two consecutive I-frames. Increasing the GOV length may save considerably on
bandwidth requirements in some cases, but may also have an adverse affect on image quality.
The bit rate can be set as Variable Bit Rate (VBR) or Constant Bit Rate (CBR). VBR adjusts the bit rate according to the image
complexity, using up more bandwidth for increased activity in the image, and less for lower image activity. CBR allows you to set a
fixed Target bit rate that consumes a predictable amount of bandwidth. As the bit rate would usually need to increase for increased
image activity, but in this case cannot, frame rate and image quality are affected negatively. To partly compensate for this, it is
possible to prioritize either frame rate or image quality. Not setting a priority means that frame rate and image quality are equally
affected. You must save your settings before they can take effect.
The current bit rate can be set to appear as text overlay. To do this, select the Include text check box option under Overlay Settings
and enter the code #b in the field.
MJPEG
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 give poor image quality. To prevent increased bandwidth and storage usage,
the maximum frame size should be set to an optimal value.
Stream Profiles
There are four pre-programmed stream profiles available for quick set up. The settings for these can be adjusted. New customized
profiles can also be created. Each profile has a descriptive name, indicating its purpose.
• The stream profiles can be accessed from the Stream profile drop-down list in the Live View page.
• To add, copy, modify, and remove stream profiles go to Video & Audio > Stream Profiles.
• To select the default stream profile go to Live View Config > Stream Profile and choose the profile from the drop-down list.
For more information see the online help on this page.
Camera Settings
The Video & Audio > Camera Settings page provides access to advanced image settings for the Axis product.
Image Appearance
Increasing the Color level increases the color saturation. The value 100 gives maximum color saturation. The value 0 gives 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.
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The Contrast changes the relative difference between light and dark. It can be adjusted using the slidebar.
White balance
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 .
Wide Dynamic Range (Dynamic Contrast)

Wide dynamic range (Dynamic Contrast) can improve the exposure when there is a considerable contrast between light and dark
areas in the image. In intense backlight conditions, enable WDR. Disable WDR In low light conditions for optimal exposure.
Note
This setting is only possible when using automatic exposure control.
Exposure Settings
Configure the exposure settings to suit the image quality requirements in relation to lighting, frame rate and bandwidth
considerations.
Exposure value - Click in the bar to fine-tune the exposure.
Exposure control - These settings is used to adapt to the amount of light used. Automatic is the default settings can be used in most
situations. The shutter speed is automatically set to produce optimum image quality. Flicker-free 50 or 60 Hz is used to remove
flicker which can be caused by fluorescent and other light sources. The Hold current option locks the current exposure settings.
Enable Backlight compensation - Enable this option if a bright spot of light, for example a light bulb, causes other areas in
the image to appear too dark.
Exposure zones - This settings determines which part of the image is used to calculate the exposure. For most situations, the Auto
setting can be used. For particular requirement, select a predefined area.
Exposure priority - When Motion is prioritized and maximum Shutter time is set to a small value, motion blur in the image is
minimized. This can be useful for recognition of moving objects such as people and vehicles. However, prioritizing motion may cause
an increase in image noise, especially in low light situations. When Low noise is prioritized and Gain is set to a small value, image
noise is minimized. The file size is reduced, which can be useful if storage space or bandwidth is limited. However, prioritizing low
noise may result in a very dark image, especially in low light situations.
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.
Overlay
Overlays can be used to provide extra information and are superimposed over the video image. With overlay text it is possible to
include date and time or view the current bit rate as overlay text.
To include the current bit rate as overlay text go to Video & Audio > Video Stream > Overlay Settings, select the Include text check
box option, and enter the overlay code in the field. See the online help for supported formats.
Overlay image
An overlay image can be used to provide extra information, or to mask a part of the video image.
To use your own image, such as a logo, first upload the image to the Axis product. Go to Video & Audio > Overlay Image, click
Browse to locate the file and then click Upload. The file can then be selected from the Use overlay image drop-down list.
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To place an overlay image at specific coordinates, go to Video & Audio > Video Stream and select the Include overlay image at
coordinates check box option and enter the X and Y coordinates.
For more information see the online help
Privacy Mask
A privacy mask is an area of solid color that prohibits users from viewing parts of the monitored area. Privacy masks cannot be
bypassed via 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
Audio Settings
The audio functionality for each video stream is enabled under Video & Audio > Video Stream > Audio.
Audio Channels
Select the type of audio transmission from the Audio mode: drop-down list (Video & Audio> Audio Settings). The different types are:
Full duplex - Simultaneous two-way audio allowing you to transmit and receive audio (talk and listen) 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 in both directions between the Axis product and the client computer, but only in one
direction at a time. You must actively receive sound using the Talk/Listen button visible in the Live View page (see AXIS Media
Control viewer toolbar). In Push-To-Talk mode, click and hold the button to speak and release it when done. In Toggle mode, click
once to switch between speaking and listening. The Talk/Listen mode is configured from the Audio tab in the AMC control panel
(see AXIS Media Control on page 11).
Simplex - speaker only - Audio is transmitted from the client to the Axis product and played by the speaker connected to the
product. To send audio, the Talk and Microphone buttons in the AMC toolbar must both be enabled. Click either button to stop
audio transmission.
Simplex - microphone only - Audio captured by the microphone connected to the Axis product is transmitted from the product to
one or more clients.
For more information about these settings, please see the online help .
Audio Input
An external microphone or a line source can be connected to the product’s Audio-in connector. Configure the audio input settings
under Video & Audio > Audio Settings.
Source - Select Microphone for an external microphone or Line for a Line in device, e.g. an audio mixer for multiple microphones or
a microphone with a built-in amplifier.
Microphone power - The Enable 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.
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Input gain - Control the volume (dB Full Scale) of the audio input. If the sound is too low, choose a higher dB, to amplify the
sound. If the sound is too high, choose a lower dB. 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.
Encoding - Select digital audio encoding format.

• 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
• G726
Sample rate - 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.
Bit rate - 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 product’s Audio-out connector. The output can be used with high impedance
headphones or connected to another amplifier with speakers.
Configure the audio output settings under Video & Audio > Audio Settings.
Output gain - Control the volume (dB Full Scale) of the line audio output. If the sound is too low, choose a higher dB. If the
sound is too high, choose a lower dB.
Audio Clips
An audio clip is a sound file that can be played either when an event occurs or manually from the Live View page. Audio clips can
be uploaded to the product or recorded by a microphone connected to the product.
You can add, play, download, modify and remove audio clips from Video & Audio > Audio Clips. For more information see the
online help .
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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Live View Config
Live View Config
You can customize the Live View page and alter it to suit your requirements. It is possible to define the following features of
the Live View page.
• Stream Profile. See page 16.
• Default Viewer for Browser. See page 20.
• Viewer Settings. See page 21.
• Action Buttons. These are the buttons described in Controls on the Live View page, on page 9 .
• User Defined Links. See page 21.
• Output Buttons. See page 21.
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.
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Browser Viewer Description

Windows Internet Explorer AMC Recommended viewer in Internet Explorer (H.264/Motion JPEG)
QuickTime H.264
Java applet A slower imaging alternative to AMC (Motion JPEG). Requires one of the
following installed on the client:
• JVM (J2SE) 1.4.2 or higher
• JRE (J2SE) 5.0 or higher
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
Java applet A slower imaging alternative to Server Push (Motion JPEG only).
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 .
Viewer Settings
Options for the viewer are configured under Live View Config > Viewer Settings.
• The Show viewer toolbar option will 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.
• You can enable recording from the Live View page. The recordings are saved to the location specified in the AMC Control
Panel. See AXIS Media Control (AMC), on page 11.
User Defined Links

To display user-defined links in the Live View page, 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
An output on the Axis product can be controlled directly from the Live View page, by enabling the display of output buttons. To
display the output buttons in the Live View page, select the type of control to use for the port from the drop-down list under
Live View Config > Output Buttons:
• Pulse activates the output for a defined period of time. The pulse time can be set as short as 1/100 second, and as
long as 60 seconds
• Active/Inactive displays two buttons (on/off). The output ports must first be configured under System Options> Ports &
Devices > I/O Ports. See I/O Ports, on page 38.
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Detectors
Detectors
Camera Tampering
Camera Tampering can generate an alarm whenever the camera is repositioned, or when the lens is covered, sprayed or severely
defocused. To send an alarm, for example an email, an action rule must be set up.
To configure tampering:
1. Go to Detectors > Camera Tampering.
2. Set the Minimum duration, that is, the time that must elapse before an alarm is generated. This can help prevent false
alarms for known conditions that affect the image.
3. Select Alarm for dark images if an alarm should be generated if lights are dimmed or turned off, or if the lens is sprayed,
covered, or rendered severely out of focus.
4. Click Save.
To configure the product to send an alarm when tampering occurs:
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. 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 Events, on page 26.
Motion Detection
Motion detection is used to generate an alarm whenever movement occurs (or stops) in the view. Up to 10 Include and Exclude
windows can be configured:
• Include windows — target specific areas within the whole video image
• Exclude windows — define areas within an Include window that should be ignored (areas outside Include windows
are automatically ignored)
Once configured, motion detection windows appear in the list of Detectors in Action rule setup. See Setting Up an Action Rule, on
page 26.
Note
Using the motion detection feature may decrease the product’s overall performance.
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Set up motion detection

To set up a motion detection Include Window, follow these instructions:
1. Go to Detectors > Motion Detection.
2. Select the Configure Included Windows option and click New. Select the new window in the list of windows and enter
a descriptive name.
3. Adjust the size (drag the bottom right-hand corner) and the position (click on the text at the top and drag to the desired
position) of the active window (window with red frame).
4. Adjust the Object Size, History and Sensitivity profile sliders (see Motion detection parameters for details). Any detected
motion within an active window is indicated by red peaks in the Activity window.
5. Click Save.
To exclude parts of the include window, select the Configure Excluded Windows and position the exclude window within the
include window.
To delete an include or exclude window, select the window in the list of windows and click Del.
Motion detection parameters

The parameters controlling motion detection are described in the table below:
Parameter Object Size History Sensitivity

Description Object size relative to window Object memory length. Difference in luminance
size. between background and
object.
High level (100%) Only very large objects trigger An object that appears in Ordinary colored objects on
motion detection. the window triggers motion ordinary backgrounds trigger
detection for a long time motion detection.
before it is considered as
non-moving.
Medium level (50%) A large difference in luminance
is required to trigger motion
detection.
Low level (0%) Even very small objects trigger An object that appears in Only very bright objects on
motion detection. the window triggers motion a dark background trigger
detection only for a very short motion detection.
time before it is considered as
non-moving.
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Recommended values 5–15% 60–90% 75–95%

Default values 15% 90% 90%
Tips:
• To trigger on small objects or movements, use several small motion detection windows rather than one large window
and select a low object size.
• To avoid triggering on small objects, select a high object size.
• If no objects should appear in the Include Window, select a high history level. This will cause motion detection to trigger as
long as the object is present in the window.
• To only detect flashing light, select a low sensitivity. In other cases high sensitivity is recommended.
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 Setting Up an Action Rule, on page 26.
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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Applications
Applications
Third party applications can be uploaded to and installed on the Axis product. For information about available applications,
downloads, trials and licenses, go to www.axis.com/applications
To upload an application, go to Applications > Overview, click Browse to locate the file and then click Upload Package. Click on the
uploaded application’s name to open the menu options Settings, License and About. For configuration instructions, please refer to
the documentation provided with the application.
Most applications need a license to run. To install the license, select the License menu option. If the product is connected
to the Internet, Automatic Installation appears in the web page. If the product is not connected to the Internet, go to
www.axis.com/applications to acquire a License key. You will need a license code and the product’s serial number (found on the label
and under System Options > Support > System Overview) to receive a license key.
Installed Applications lists installed applications with information about the version and the vendor, the status of the application
(running or not running), and information about the license.
Use the Start and Stop buttons to start and stop the application.
To generate a log file for the application, select the application and click Log.
Note
It is recommended to run one application at a time. Avoid running applications when motion detection is active.
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Events
The Axis product can be configured to perform actions when different events occur, for example, start a recording when motion is
detected. The set of conditions that defines how and when the action is triggered is called an Action Rule. The action rule will apply
at specific periods called Schedules. It is possible to specify how often the action rule will recur. This is called Recurrences.
Available Action Rule triggers include:
• Detectors, for example audio detection and motion detection, see Detectors, on page 22
• Input Signal — when the product’s I/O port receives a signal from an external device, such as a smoke detector or switch
• Storage — when a storage device is available, locked or full
• System — when the product is started
• Time, see Recurrences, on page 27
Possible actions include:
• Output Port — activate an output to, for example, sound an alarm or lock a door
• Play Audio Clip
• Record Video — record video and save to a selected storage
• Send Images and Notifications — once recipients have been set up, a notification can be sent that an event has occurred
• Status LED
Convert Event Types to Action Rules

The internal Event Management system has been redesigned from firmware version 5.40. The legacy user Event Types in the
camera will continue to work but will not be visible in the user interface of the camera. The Event Types need to be converted to
Action rules to become visible in the user interface.
To convert Event Types to Action Rules go to Events > Action Rules and click Convert.
Caution
This is not recommended when using a VMS based on the old Event Management System.
Setting Up an Action Rule

An action rule defines the conditions that must be met for the product to perform an action, for example record video or send email
notifications. If multiple conditions are defined, all must be met to trigger the action.
The following example describes how to set up an action rule to send an email if there is movement in the product’s field of view:
1. Go to Events > Action Rules and click Add.
2. Select the Enable rule option and enter a descriptive name for the rule.
3. Select Detectors from the Trigger drop-down list.
4. Select Motion Detection from the drop-down list. This option is only available if a motion detection window has been
configured, see page 23.
5. Set one of the available pre-programmed time intervals from the Schedule drop-down list.
6. Select Send Notification from the Type drop-down list.
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7. Select where to send the notification from the Recipient drop-down list.
To add additional criteria, select the Additional conditions option. Add and select the desired options as described above. 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.
To copy, modify or remove an action rule, select the action rule in the Action Rule List and click Copy, Modify or Remove.
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 .
Recipients
Recipients receive image files and notification messages. A recipient can be an FTP, HTTP or TCP server, a network share or an email
address. TCP servers are used for notification messages only.
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.
Schedules
An action can be set up to occur on a schedule. Included in the list are predefined schedules for after and during office hours,
weekdays or weekends.
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.
Recurrences
An action can be set up to recur a specific number of times in a period, for example every 2 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.
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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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Recordings
The Axis product can be configured to record video continuously or according to an action rule:
• To start a continuous recording, see page 29.
• To set up action rules, see page 26.
• To access recordings, see Recording List, on page 29.
• To configure camera controlled storage, see Storage, on page 37.
Recording List
Recorded videos are listed on the Recordings > List page. The list shows each recording’s start date and time, duration and the
event that triggered the recording.
To play or download a recording, follow these steps:
1. Go to Recordings > List.
2. Use the filter to narrow the list of recordings. Enter the desired filter criteria and click Filter. Some filters may take
a long time to complete.
3. Select the recording.
4. Click Play to play the recording, or click Download to download the recording.
Multiple recordings can be downloaded at the same time. Select the recordings and click Download. The downloaded file is a zip file
containing a minimum of three files, of which the Matroska (mkv) files are the actual recordings. The recordings are time-stamped
with the date and time they were downloaded (that is, not the date the recordings were made).
Note
To play recordings in Windows Media Player, AXIS Matroska File Splitter must be installed. AXIS Matroska File Splitter
can be downloaded from www.axis.com/techsup/software
For detailed recording and video information, select a recording and click Properties.
To remove a recording, select the recording and click Remove.
Continuous recording
The Axis product can be configured to continuously save video to a storage device. See Storage, on page 37 for more information
about storage devices. To prevent the disk from becoming full, it is recommended to configure the disk to automatically remove
old recordings see .
To start a continuous recording, follow these steps:
1. Go to Recordings > Continuous.
2. Select Enabled.
3. Select type of storage device from the Disk list.
4. Select a Stream profile to use for continuous recordings.
5. Click Save to save and start the recording.
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Note
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.
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System Options
System Options
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):
Viewer - Access to the Live View page
Operator - Access to the Live View page and to all settings except System Options
Administrator - Unrestricted access to all settings; can add, modify and remove other users.
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.
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 interoperablity 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
The Axis product supports encrypted browsing using HTTPS. This is configured on the System Options > Security > HTTPS page.
A self-signed certificate can be used until a Certificate Authority-issued certificate has been obtained. Click Create self-signed
certificate to install a self-signed certificate. Although self-signed certificates are free and offer some protection, true security is only
implemented after the installation of a signed certificate issued by a Certificate Authority.
To obtain a signed certificate from an issuing Certificate Authority, click Create Certificate Request. When the signed certificate
is returned, click Install signed certificate to import the certificate. The properties of any certificate request currently resident in
the product or installed can be viewed by clicking Properties.
To enable HTTPS in the Axis product, the HTTPS Connection Policy must be set for each user group.
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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 authenticate themselves. The authentication is performed by a
third-party entity called an authentication server, typically a RADIUS server, examples of which are FreeRADIUS and Microsoft
Internet Authentication Service.
In Axis' implementation, the network device and the authentication server authenticate themselves with the help of digital
certificates using EAP-TLS (Extensible Authentication Protocol - Transport Layer Security). The certificates are provided by an
Certification Authority (CA). You need:
• a CA certificate to validate the identity of the authentication server
• a CA-signed client certificate and a private key to authenticate the network device.
To allow the network device to access a network protected by IEEE 802.1X:
1. Obtain a CA certificate, a client certificate and a client private key (contact your network administrator).
2. Go to Setup > System Options > Security > IEEE 802.1X and upload the CA certificate, the client certificate and the
client private key.
3. Under Settings, select the EAPOL version, provide your EAP identity and private key password.
4. Check the box to enable IEEE 802.1X and click Save.
Certificates
CA Certificate The CA certificate is used to validate the identity of the authentication server. Enter the path to
the certificate directly, or locate the file using the Browse button. Then click Upload. To remove
a certificate, click Remove.
Client certificate The client certificate and private key are used to authenticate the network device. They can be
Client private key uploaded as separate files or in one combined file (e.g. a PFX file or a PEM file). Use the Client
private key field if uploading one combined file. For each file, enter the path to the file, or locate the
file using the Browse button. Then click Upload. To remove a file, click Remove.
Settings
EAPOL version Select the EAPOL version (1 or 2) as used in your network switch.
EAP identity Enter the user identity (maximum 16 characters) associated with your certificate.
Private key password Enter the password (maximum 16 characters) for the private key.
Enable IEEE 802.1X Check the box to enable the IEEE 802.1X protocol.
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 Audio Settings, on page 18.
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).
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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 34.
If using a host name for the NTP server, a DNS server must be configured. See DNS Configuration, on page 34.
• Set manually allows you to manually set date and time.
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, which
when allows you 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 40) 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 IP address can be set using ARP and Ping. For instructions, see the product’s Installation Guide.
ARP/Ping is enabled by default. To disable, uncheck the box under System Options > Network > TCP/IP > Basic.
The ARP/Ping service is automatically disabled two minutes after the product is started, or as soon as an IP address is set. To reset the
IP address, the product must be restarted to activate ARP/Ping for an additional two minutes.
Pinging the product is still possible when this service is disabled.
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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
AVHS is enabled by default. The settings are configured under System Options > Network > TCP IP > Basic.
One-click enabled - Press the product’s control button (see Hardware overview, on page 4 ) 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.
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.
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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 page 31.
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.
• The router has many different names: “NAT router”, “Network router”, “Internet Gateway”, ”Broadband router”, “Broadband
sharing device” or “Home firewall” but the essential purpose of the device is the same.
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 the port number in the field. If no port is
entered here, a port number is automatically selected when NAT traversal is enabled.
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.
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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 send 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 .
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 the following types of traffic: live video, live audio, event/alarm traffic and management traffic.
Note
Live audio DSCP will be equal to live video DSCP if H.264 over RTSP is used.
SMTP (email)
To send email messages from the Axis product via SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol), an SMTP mail server must be set up. This
is done under System Options > Network > SMTP (email).
Enter the host names or IP addresses and port numbers for the primary and secondary mail servers in the fields provided. A From
email address is also required. If the mail server requires authentication, check Use authentication to log in to this server and enter
the necessary information.
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.
The Axis product can be configured to support SNMP on the System Options > Network > SNMP page.
Depending on the level of security required, select the version on SNMP to use.
SNMP v1/v2 provides the lowest level of security. The community name can be specified as a password for read or read/write
access to all supported SNMP devices. The default password for the Read community is public and the default password for the
Write community is write.
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.
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The following traps are available:
• Cold start
• Warm start
• Link up
• Authentication failed
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 31. 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
Reset to factory default settings, on page 40.
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 > UPnPTM.
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
Network Share
Network share allows you to add network storage such as a NAS (Network Attached Storage) or any server that uses CIFS (Common
Internet File System) and use them for storage of recordings.
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.
5. If required, select The share requires login and enter the user name and password.
6. Click Connect.
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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 on how to
connect external devices, see Connectors, on page 4 .
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.
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.
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
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 Reset to factory default settings, on page 40.
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 Upgrading the firmware, on page 41.
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 41.
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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 and recent log
items. Many of the captions are links to the proper Setup page.
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 valid 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 that also shows the settings specified under Video Stream>Image>Image Appearance. 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.
The log levels for the System Log and the Access Log are set under System Options > Support > Logs & Reports > Configuration.
The Access Log can be configured to list all connections to the product (select Critical, Warnings & Info). If required, a different log
level can be used when sending emails.
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Advanced
Scripting
Scripting allows experienced users to customize and use their own scripts.
Caution
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. It is recommended to create a backup file before
customizing the scripts. If a script causes problems, reset the product to its factory default settings, see page 40.
For more information, see www.axis.com/developer
File Upload
Files, for example web pages 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. Help is available from the standard help pages.
To open Plain Config, go to System Options > Advanced > Plain Config.
Reset to factory default settings

This will reset all parameters, including the IP address, to the factory default settings:
1. Disconnect power from the product.
2. Press and hold the Control button and reconnect power (see Hardware overview, on page 4 ).
3. Keep the Control button pressed for about 15 seconds until the Status indicator flashes amber.
4. Release the Control button. The process is complete after about 1 minute (when the Status indicator turns green). The
product has been reset to the factory default settings. The default IP address is 192.168.0.90
5. Re-assign the IP address.
It is also possible to reset parameters to factory default via the web interface. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance.
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Troubleshooting
Checking the 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.
Upgrading the firmware

When you upgrade the product with the latest firmware from Axis website, the product receives the latest functionality available.
Always read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release, before upgrading the firmware.
To upgrade, follow these instructions:
1. Save the firmware file to your computer. The latest version of the firmware is available free of charge from Axis website
at www.axis.com/techsup
2. Go to Setup > System Options > Maintenance in the products web pages.
3. Under Upgrade Server, click Browse and locate the file on your computer. Click Upgrade.
After starting the upgrade process, always wait at least 5–10 minutes before restarting the product, even if you suspect the
upgrade has failed.
AXIS Camera Management can be used for multiple upgrades. See www.axis.com for more information.
Note
• 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.
Emergency recovery procedure

If power or network connection is lost during the upgrade, the process fails and the product becomes 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:
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arp -s <IP address> <serial number> temp

ping -s 408 <IP address>
In Windows, type the following from a command/DOS prompt:
arp -s <IP address> <serial number>

ping -l 408 -t <IP address>
2. If the product does not reply within a few 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 appears, use the Browse button to select the upgrade
file to use. Then click Load to restart the upgrade process.
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/techsup/
Symptoms, possible causes and remedial actions

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. See the Installation Guide for
detailed instructions.
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.
The IP address has been If the product and the client are on the same network, run AXIS IP Utility to locate the product.
changed by DHCP Identify the product using its model or serial number.
Move the Axis product to an isolated network, or to one with no DHCP or BOOTP server. Set the IP
address again, using AXIS IP Utility or ARP/Ping (see the Installation Guide). Open the Setup pages
and disabled DHCP in the TCP/IP settings. Return the product to the main network. The product
now has a fixed IP address that will not change.
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 32.
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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
product, see NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4, on page 35. The router must support UPnPTM.
Firewall protection Check the Internet firewall with your network administrator.
Default routers required Check if you need to configure the router settings.
Problems with the H.264 format

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 AXIS Media Control (AMC), on page 11.
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.
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.
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.
Poor rendering of H.264 Color depth set incorrectly on clients. Set to 16–bit or 32–bit color.
images
If text overlays are blurred, or if there are other rendering problems, you may need to enable
Advanced Video Rendering fromv the Video tab in the AMC Control Panel.
Ensure that your graphics card is using the latest driver. The latest drivers can usually be
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 Reduce the number of applications running on the client computer.
expected
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.

Why do I not get maximum See Performance considerations, on page 48.
frames per second?
Image degeneration Decrease the GOV length. Go to Video & Audio > Video Stream and select the H.264 tab
to modify the GOV length.
Status and Network indicator LEDs are flashing red rapidly

Hardware failure Contact your Axis reseller.
Status indicator LED is flashing red and the product is inaccessible

A firmware upgrade has See Emergency recovery procedure, on page 41.
been interrupted or the
firmware has otherwise been
damaged
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No images displayed on web page

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)
Installation of additional Configure the Axis product to use a Java applet for updating video images in Internet Explorer. Go
ActiveX component to Setup > Live View Config and select Java applet under Default viewer.
restricted or prohibited
Video and image problems, general

Image too dark or too light Check the video stream and camera settings under Setup > Video & Audio > Video Stream and
Setup > Video & Audio > Camera Settings.
Missing images in uploads This can occur when trying to use a larger image buffer than is actually available. Try lowering
the frame rate or the upload period.
Slow image update Configuring pre-buffers, motion detection, high-resolution images or high frame rates will affect
the performance of the Axis product.
Poor performance Poor performance may be caused by heavy network traffic, multiple users accessing the product,
low performance clients, use of features such as motion detection, event handling or uploaded
applications.
Poor quality snapshot images

Screen incorrectly Configure your screen to show at least 65000 colors, that is, at least 16 bits. Using only 16 or 256
configured on your computer colors will produce dithering artifacts in the image.
Overlay image is not displayed

Incorrect size or location of The overlay image may have been positioned incorrectly or may be too large. See Overlay Image
overlay image Settings in the online help for more information.
Privacy mask is not displayed

Incorrect size or location of The privacy mask may have been positioned incorrectly or may be too large.
privacy mask
Browser freezes
Firefox can sometimes Lower the image resolution
freeze on a slow computer
Problems uploading files

Limited space There is only limited space available for the upload of your own files. Delete existing files to free
up space.
Motion Detection triggers unexpectedly

Changes in luminance Motion detection is based on changes in luminance in the image. This means that if there are
sudden changes in the lighting, motion detection may trigger mistakenly. Lower the sensitivity
setting to avoid problems with luminance.
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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.
No audio or very poor audio Check that Enable audio support is selected under Setup > System Options > Security > Audio
quality Support.
Check that the correct Audio Input source is selected under Setup > Video & Audio > Audio
Settings.
Poor audio quality

CPU overloaded 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 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.
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Technical Specifications
Function/group Item Specifications

Camera Models AXIS P3301
Image sensor Progressive scan RGB CMOS 1/4'‘
Lens Varifocal 2.8 – 10 mm, F1.3, DC-iris
Horizontal angle of view: 72° – 23°
Vertical angle of view: 41° – 14°
Minimum 1 lux, F1.3
illumination
Shutter time 1/20000 s to 1/4 s
Camera angle Pan 360°, tilt 170°, rotation 340°
adjustment
Video Video H.264 Baseline Profile (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC)
compression Motion JPEG
Resolutions 640x480 to 160x120
Frame rate H.264 30 fps in all resolutions
Frame rate 30 fps in all resolutions
Motion JPEG
Video streaming Multi-stream H.264 and Motion JPEG: 3 simultaneous, individually configured streams
in max. resolution at 30 fps; more streams in either compression if identical or limited
in frame rate/resolution
Image settings Compression, color, brightness, sharpness, contrast, white balance, exposure control,
exposure zones, backlight compensation, fine tuning of behavior at low light, wide
dynamic range — dynamic contrast
Rotation: 0°, 90°, 180°, 270°, including Corridor FormatTM
Mirroring of images, text and image overlay, privacy mask
Audio Audio streaming Two-way
Audio AAC LC 8 kHz 32 kbit/s, 16 kHz 64 kbit/s
compression G.711 PCM 8 kHz 64 kbit/s
G.726 ADPCM 8 kHz 32 kbit/s or 24 kbit/s
Configurable bit rate
Audio Built-in microphone, external microphone input or line input, line level output
input/output
Network Security Password protection, IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption*, IEEE 802.1X network access
control*, digest authentication, user access log
*This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for use in the Open
SSL Toolkit (www.openssl.org)
Supported IPv4/v6, HTTP, HTTPS*, SSL/TLS*, QoS Layer 3 DiffServ, FTP, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP,
protocols SNMPv1/v2c/v3(MIB-II), DNS, DynDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMP, RTCP, ICMP,
DHCP, ARP, SOCKS
*This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for use in the Open
SSL Toolkit (www.openssl.org)
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System Application Open API for software integration, including ONVIF, specification available at
Integration Programming www.onvif.org, as well as VAPIX® and AXIS Camera Application Platform from Axis
Interface Communications, specifications available at www.axis.com
Support for AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS) with One-Click Camera Connection
Event trigger data in video stream
Embedded Linux operating system
Intelligent video Video motion detection, active tampering alarm, audio detection
Support for AXIS Camera Application Platform enabling installation of additional
applications
Triggers Intelligent video, external input, on boot
Actions File upload via FTP, HTTP and email

Notification via email, HTTP and TCP
Video and audio recording to edge storage
External output activation
Play audio clip
Pre- and post alarm video buffering
Video access from Camera live view
web browser Video recording to file (ASF)
Customizable HTML pages
Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows Server 2008, Windows Server 2003
DirectX 9c or higher
For other operating systems and browsers, see www.axis.com/techsup
Installation aids Pixel counter
Management and AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and web-based configuration
maintenance Configuration of backup and restore
Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available on www.axis.com
General Casing Polycarbonate transparent cover
Metal inner camera module with encapsulated electronics
Tamper-resistant plastic casing
Processor, ARTPEC-3, 128 MB RAM, 128 MB Flash
memory
Power 4.9 – 5.1 v DC max. 4.7 W
Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3.af Class 2 (max. 4.7 W)
Connectors RJ-45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE, DC jack
3.5 mm jack for mic in (max 80 mVpp) or line mono input (max 6.4 Vpp)
3.5 mm jack for line mono output (max 2.0 Vpp) to active speaker
Terminal block for 1 alarm input and 1 output
Edge storage Support for recording to network share (Network Attached Storage or file server)
Operating Temperature: 0 °C to 50 °C (32 °F to 122 °F)
conditions Humidity 20–80% RH (non-condensing)
Approvals EN 55022 Class B, EN 61000–3–2, EN 61000–3–3, EN 55024
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B
ICES-003 Class B
VCCI Class B
C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22
EN 60950–1 (IEC 60950–1)
Power supply: EN 60950–1, UL, CSA
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Dimensions 94 mm x 144 mm x 132 mm (3.7'‘ x 5.7'‘ x 5.2'‘)
(HxWxD)
Weight 0.4 kg (0.9 lb.)
Included Mounting and connector kits, clear and smoked dome cover, Installation Guide, CD with
accessories User Manual, recording software, installation and management tools, Windows decoder
1–user license, smoked transparent cover
Video AXIS Camera Station — Video management software for viewing and recording up to 50
management cameras
software (not See www.axis.com/products/video/software/ for more software applications via partners
included)
Optional AXIS T8412 Installation Display
accessories AXIS PoE Midspans
AXIS P8221 Network I/O Audio Module
AXIS Camera Management
AXIS Pendant kit, mounting bracket
Performance considerations
When settings up your system, it is important to consider how various settings and situations will affect performance. Some factors
affect the amount of bandwidth (the bit rate) required, others can affect the frame rate, and some affect both. If the load on the
CPU reaches its maximum, this will also affect the frame rate.
The following factors are among the most important to consider:
• High image resolution and/or lower compression levels result in images containing more data. Bandwidth affected.
• Access by large numbers of Motion JPEG and/or unicast H.264 clients. Bandwidth affected.
• Simultaneous viewing of different streams (resolution, compression) by different clients. Effect on frame rate and bandwidth.
• Accessing Motion JPEG and H.264 video streams simultaneously. Frame rate and bandwidth affected.
• Heavy usage of event settings affect the product’s CPU load. Frame rate affected.
• Heavy network utilization due to poor infrastructure. Bandwidth affected.
• Viewing on poorly performing client computers lowers perceived performance. Frame rate affected.
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User Manual Ver. M1.6
AXIS P3301 Fixed Dome Network Camera Date: November 2011
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AXIS P3301 Fixed Dome Network Camera

Control button - The control button is used for:

• Resetting the product to factory default settings. See page 40.

Power connector - Mini DC connector

Function Pin Notes Specifications

Accessing the product

Accessing the product

Access from a browser

4. The product’s Live View page appears in your browser.

Accessing the product

Access from the Internet

Set the root password

1. Click Create self-signed certificate.

Accessing the product

The Live View page

Controls on the Live View page

AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar

Accessing the product

The Stop button stops the media stream.

AMC Audio controls

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

How to stream H.264

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

AXIS Media Control (AMC)

• Windows Control Panel (from the Start menu)

Alternative methods of accessing the video stream

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

- 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

• QuickTimeTM. The following paths can be used:

Accessing audio streams

- 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

• The Java applet supports simplex audio with G.711 encoding.

Setting up the product

Setting up the product

• Administrators have unrestricted access to all settings.

• Operators have access to all settings except System Options

See also the online help .

1. Users. See page 31.

2. TCP/IP. See page 33.

3. Date & Time. See page 32.

4. Video Stream. See page 15.

5. Focus. See page 14

6. Audio Settings. See page 18.

Video and Audio

Video and Audio

• Video stream settings. See page 15.

• Stream profiles. See page 16.

• Camera settings. See page 16.

• Overlay image. See page 17.

• Privacy mask. See page 18.

• Audio settings. See page 18.

• Audio clips. See page 19.

• Image. See page 15.

• H.264. See page 16.