26th September 2006
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PRESS RELEASE |
| 26th September 2006
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Axis Communications, the global leader in network video 1, has launched the world’s smallest wireless megapixel network camera, the AXIS 207MW – a bandwidth-efficient MPEG-4 network camera offering superior image quality. The AXIS 207MW is ideal for indoor surveillance and remote monitoring applications and is especially suited for securing small businesses and homes.
The AXIS 207MW Network Camera extends the compact AXIS 207 product range, measuring in at only 85mm wide. Key features of the AXIS 207MW network camera include its Megapixel lens with an IR cut filter to deliver excellent picture quality even in low light conditions. The camera supports simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG for optimised image quality and bandwidth usage, providing Motion JPEG images of up to 1280 x 1024 pixels. Remote users can also listen in on a monitored area through the built-in microphone
The AXIS 207MW is quick and simple to configure and has support for both Windows and Mac operating systems using a standard web browser for configuration and viewing. Flexible installation is made possible as the unit accommodates both a wireless IEEE 802.11g and an Ethernet network interface. Security is assured with support for the WPA2 protocol in addition to the standard WEP and Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) protocols. The AXIS 207MW offers high performance wireless transmission and a wide coverage range to give the user the freedom to place the camera where it is needed, instead of worrying where the network outlet is located.
Steve Gorski, managing director of Axis Communications UK commented:
“The AXIS 207MW makes compact wireless cameras even more attractive to the entry-level user, and demonstrates our commitment to develop and produce cameras that do not compromise on image quality and functionality.”
The AXIS 207MW network camera will be available during quarter 4 2006 through Axis’ distribution channels. The recommended retail price will be £270 (excluding VAT).
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Notes to editors
Axis Communications is the leading player in the network camera market with 47 per cent market share in the EMEA region according to industry analyst house IMS Research in its latest market report entitled ‘The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment 2005 Edition’ published in October 2005. The network camera market was worth $54.7m in 2004 and is set to grow by 50 per cent per year over the next five years to reach a value of $360.6m in 2009, in EMEA alone, according to the same report.
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 in Sweden. Axis operates globally with offices in 17 countries and in cooperation with distributors and system integrators 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:
Steve Gorski, managing director, Axis Communications (UK) Limited
Tel: 0870 162 0047. Email: steve.gorski@axis.com
For all UK and Ireland Axis media enquiries and images to support this story, please contact:
Miles Clayton /Simon Bennett, Agility PR Limited
Tel: 01438 310 139/5. Email: miles@ agilitypr.co.uk /
simon@agilitypr.co.uk