May 16, 2001
Axis Communications launches a new advanced network camera that is simple to connect to both analog and digital networks. Since the camera has dual compatibility, companies can gradually upgrade their equipment without having to make a major one-off investment in a completely new digital system. The camera is aimed at the professional security sector and will be demonstrated for the first time at the IfSEC security exhibition in Birmingham, UK, May 21-24.
With the AXIS 2420 camera, companies can purchase the latest technology and use it directly within their existing analog systems, while gradually connecting the cameras in a new network-based solution. Traditional security cameras have been analog and it has not been possible to connect them to a network, while the new generation of cameras is completely IP-based.
The demand for network cameras in the global security industry doubles each year and Axis will consolidate its market position with the new camera.
"This is the first professional camera with dual compatibility and the latest technology for the security business. The AXIS 2420 Network Camera is a serious breakthrough for digital networked technology in the security industry," says Per Palm, Technical manager, SOS Alarm.
The Axis 2420 camera will be sold at a price of less than USD 1,100 and is equipped with a large number of security features, including motion detection and event triggered alarm handling.
For further information, please contact:
Anders Laurin, General Manager, Camera Division, Axis Communications
Phone: +46 708 52 59 07
E-mail: anders.laurin@axis.com
Anne Rhenman, Head of Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, Axis Communications
Phone: +46 708 90 18 29
E-mail: anne.rhenman@axis.com
About Axis
The Axis Communications Group, with the parent company Axis AB is a leader in network connectivity and emerging wireless Internet-based services. The company is at the forefront of developing network appliance solutions that enable people and organizations to get easy and immediate access to devices and services. Axis is one of the global leaders in several key thin server and network device markets, such as printer, storage and video connectivity, and is doing pioneering work in the rapidly expanding markets of wireless and mobile communications.
Founded in 1984, Axis employs more than 500 people worldwide, including the 59 percent owned subsidiary, Netch Technologies. Axis is headquartered in Lund, Sweden and has a total of 28 offices throughout North America, Asia and Europe.
Information about Axis can be found at http://www.axis.com