PRESS RELEASE
 

13th September 2005

 

  

Axis launches new Power over Ethernet network camera with two-way audio 

Axis Communications, the global leader in IP-Surveillance, announced today the AXIS 210A Network Camera with built-in Power over Ethernet (PoE) and bi-directional audio. The AXIS 210A is a professional network camera designed for indoor surveillance and remote monitoring applications and is ideally suited to securing facilities where two-way audio is needed to communicate with visitors or warn off intruders.

Installation of the AXIS 210A is simplified due to its ability to supply video, audio and power through a single Ethernet cable. The camera also features integrated two-way audio support with a built-in microphone and connections for both an external microphone and speakers. Powerful real-time image processing hardware and a progressive scan CCD sensor allows the AXIS 210A to provide exceptional image quality even at full frame rate (30 frames per second) and VGA resolution. 

The AXIS 210A uses simultaneous Motion JPEG and advanced MPEG-4 video streams so that systems can be configured to optimise both image quality and bandwidth efficiency. Additional functions include:

The AXIS 210A also has IP address filtering and offers multiple access levels for video management and security. It supports Universal Plug and Play (UPnP) standards and includes flash memory providing the ability to upload embedded applications.

Dominic Bruning, managing director of Axis Communications (UK) Limited, commented:

“We have seen a tremendous increase in demand for Power over Ethernet network cameras over the past year, particularly for enterprise-level security and surveillance applications. The triple-play capabilities of the AXIS 210A spanning PoE, video and full audio functionality will meet these demands at the correct price point.”

The AXIS 210A will be available in Sept through Axis’ distribution channels. Go to www.axis.com/sales/ The manufacturer’s recommended retail price for this product is £349 plus VAT.

This product launch coincides with the announcement of a number of product price reductions from Axis. The AXIS 210 has been reduced by 12 per cent to £279 plus VAT, whilst the cost of the AXIS 210 Surveillance Kit has been reduced by nine per cent to £1,251 plus VAT.

About Axis
Axis increases the value of network solutions. The company is an innovative market leader in network video and print servers. Axis' products and solutions are focused on applications such as security surveillance, remote monitoring and document management. The products are based on in-house developed chip technology, which is also sold to third parties.

Axis was founded in 1984 and is listed on the Stockholmsbörsen (XSSE: AXIS) Attract 40-list. Axis operates globally with offices in 16 countries and in cooperation with distributors, system integrators and OEM partners in 70 countries. Markets outside Sweden account for more than 95% of sales. Information about Axis can be found at www.axis.com

For further information about Axis Communications in the UK and Ireland, please contact:
Dominic Bruning, Managing Director, Axis Communications (UK) Limited
Tel: 0870 162 0047. Email: dominic.bruning@axis.com

For all Axis Communications UK and Ireland media enquiries, please contact:
Miles Clayton / Tim Rose, Agility PR Limited
Tel: 01763 288 000. Email: miles.clayton@agilitypr.co.uk / tim.rose@agilitypr.co.uk