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AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera

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Product support information

We have replaced this product with: AXIS Q8752-E
For specifications of recommended replacement product, see the datasheet.
Hardware support and RMA service offered until 2027-03-31. After this date, see the product documentation and support pages for self-help resources. For information about the support policy after discontinuation date, go to General support policy after discontinuation date.
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Products shipped from Axis to the original purchaser after the product discontinuation date may come with a limited hardware warranty. See Axis 5-year limited hardware policy to stay updated on warranty coverage when you buy products after their final order date.

Firmware

AXIS Q8742-E

  • Version 7.15.6.5
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AXIS Q8742-E Zoom

  • Version 7.15.6.5
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Documentation

  • Architect and engineering specification

    • AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - A&E Spec (Lite format)
       (rtf) 41.61 KB
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  • Datasheet

    • AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera
       (pdf) 496.15 KB
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  • Manuals

    • AXIS Q87 Bispectral PTZ Network Camera Series - User Manual
       (pdf) 1.15 MB
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    • AXIS Q87 Series - Repainting Instructions
       (pdf) 206.39 KB
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  • Dimensions

    • AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera
       (pdf) 1.6 MB
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  • Brochures

    • Brochure - Axis thermal cameras
       (pdf) 21.01 MB
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    • Thermal technology glossary
       (pdf) 226.34 KB
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  • Product comparison tables

    • Product Comparison Tables - Q4 2023
       (pdf) 9.16 MB
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  • Declaration and statement

    • AXIS Q8741-E/Q8742-E and AXIS Q8741-LE/Q8742-LE Bispectral PTZ Network Cameras - Declaration of Conformity
       (pdf) 91.64 KB
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    • AXIS Q8742-E/LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - Declaration of Conformity
       (pdf) 85.53 KB
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    • EU Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors
       (pdf) 511.68 KB
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    • Product Discontinuation Statements - AXIS Q8742-E Network Camera
       (pdf) 112.86 KB
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    • USA Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors
       (pdf) 335.88 KB
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  • White papers

    • Long distance surveillance - Fiber-optic communication
       (pdf) 979 KB
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    • Smooth movements with Axis positioning units
       () 128.2 KB
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Technical specifications

Models: AXIS Q8742-E 35 mm 8.3 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-E 35 mm 30 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-E Zoom 30 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-E Zoom 8.3 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8472-E Zoom 30 fps (Local)
Camera
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) 0.2 lux
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) 0.01 lux
Image sensor CMOS
Image sensor size 1/2.8
Lightfinder –
Wide dynamic range Forensic Capture
General
Built-in IR –
OptimizedIR –
Local storage (memory card slot) Yes
Operating temperature -50 to 55 °C
Outdoor Ready Yes
Vandal rating IK10
IP rating IP66
Designed for repaint Yes
Analytics
Autotracking version –
Orientation aid –
Video
Max video resolution 1920x1080
Max frames per second * 8.3 / 30 / 30 / 8.3 / 30
Day and Night functionality Yes
Electronic image stabilization Yes
Lens
Focal length 4.3 - 129 mm
Horizontal field of view 65.6 - 2 °
Vertical field of view 39 - 1.2 °
Pan, Tilt, Zoom
Optical zoom 30
Pan range 360 endless
Tilt range -90 to 45
Guard tour preset position tour
Digital zoom 12
Compression
Zipstream Yes
H.264 Baseline, High, Main
H.265 –
Motion JPEG Yes
Audio
Audio Support –
Built-in microphone –
System Integration
Audio detection –
Active tampering –
Alarm inputs/outputs 4
Network
PoE Class –
Security
Signed firmware –
Secure boot –
TPM –
* Some technical specifications may vary depending on which hardware option you choose.

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