PRESS RELEASE
 

27th September 2005

 

  

Axis launches world’s smallest wireless MPEG 4 network camera

Axis Communications, the global leader in IP-Surveillance, has launched the AXIS 207W Network Camera, a true bandwidth-efficient MPEG-4 camera that provides unrivalled image quality and compression for cameras in its class. The AXIS 207W is the world’s smallest wireless MPEG-4 network camera and is designed for indoor surveillance and remote monitoring applications. It is ideal for securing small businesses, home offices and residences.

The AXIS 207W uses the IEEE 802.11g wireless standard, which provides significantly higher transmission speeds than IEEE 802.11b. The AXIS 207W joins the AXIS 207 family of CMOS sensor-based network cameras, which provide excellent image quality in lighting conditions as low as one lux. The AXIS 207 family also features one-way audio, video motion detection and input/output connections for external devices. 

The AXIS 207W comes with both ethernet and wireless network interfaces and contains a built-in web server that allows it to function independently of a PC. It supports the WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) and WPA2 protocols to provide the best security protection for wireless networks. The camera generates full-motion video up to 30 frames a second in VGA resolution using simultaneous MPEG-4 compression and Motion JPEG streaming. 

The AXIS 207W is compatible with both Windows and Mac operating systems. It also has a built-in ActiveX media player and is compatible with QuickTime, Real Networks, Mplayer, PacketVideo, and handheld devices such as PDAs and cell phones. Additional features include:

Dominic Bruning, managing director of Axis Communications UK, commented:

“The AXIS 207W will meet the critical demands of entry-level users by offering the highest quality wireless network camera available in the market, without compromising on functionality and affordability.” 

The AXIS 207W will be available in Q4 2005 through Axis’ distribution channels. The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is £230 + 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