11th December 2006
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PRESS RELEASE |
| 11th December 2006
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Axis Communications1 today introduced a high performance, fixed dome network camera specifically adapted for indoor locations potentially exposed to vandalism. Compact, discreet and vandal-resistant, the AXIS 216FD-V Network Camera is perfect for video surveillance in areas such as schools, stores, banks and prisons.
The AXIS 216FD-V with its metal base and durable, transparent cover is a
vandal-resistant complement to the successful AXIS 216FD Network Camera, which
was launched in April 2006. Both network cameras use progressive scan technology
and advanced image processing to deliver crisp, digital images of moving
objects, even in low light conditions down to 1 lux. The network cameras can
deliver up to 30 frames per second in VGA resolution and provide simultaneous
Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 video streams to optimize both image quality and
bandwidth efficiency over an IP network.
The AXIS 216FD-V has a built-in microphone as well as connections for an
external microphone and speakers, enabling two-way audio communication. This
makes the camera suitable for video surveillance and remote monitoring
applications that require the added ability to listen in on an area and
communicate instructions, orders or requests to visitors or intruders. The
camera also provides event management capabilities such as video motion and
audio detection, and pre-and post-alarm image buffering. Power over Ethernet
allows power to be delivered to the AXIS 216FD-V via the network, reducing
cabling requirements and installation costs.
The AXIS 216FD-V supports IPv6 in addition to the standard IP protocol version 4
as insurance against the growing shortage of IPv4 addresses. It also offers
sophisticated network security and management capabilities such as HTTPS
encryption, IEEE802.1x for port-based authentication, and support for Quality of
Service (QoS), which enables reservation of network capacity and prioritization
of mission-critical surveillance in a QoS-aware network.
Johan Lembre, Vice President, Product Management of Axis Communications
commented:
“The AXIS 216FD-V perfectly fulfils the market’s demand for a vandal-resistant,
yet discreet and easy-to-install video surveillance solution for indoor
locations.”
Steve Gorski, managing director, Axis Communications (UK) commented:
“This new development to an already successful camera will be welcomed in the
market where vandal-proofing is an overriding requirement.”
The AXIS 216FD-V is supported by the industry’s largest base of application
software through the Axis Application Development Partner program, as well as
the AXIS Camera Station video management software. The network camera is
available through Axis’ distribution channels in December 2006.
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Notes to editors
1 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 Nordic list, Mid Cap, Information Technology. 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 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