Product support for AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera

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Discontinued product.
Support expires 2027-03-31.
After this date, please see the product documentation and support pages for self-help resources.
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Please note that products shipped from Axis to the original purchaser after the product discontinuation date may come with a limited hardware warranty. Please stay updated on warranty coverage when buying products after their final order date by consulting the Axis 5-year limited hardware policy.
Recommended replacements:
AXIS Q8752-E
For full specifications, check the recommended replacement product datasheet by using the link(s) above.
Firmware
AXIS Q8742-E
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Version 7.15.6.2/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_6_2/Q8742-E_7_15_6_2.bin - Integrity checksum: a9f45c24e7cb09b7dfa89046b00592a241302e7e9b568f886e01263b93b7ad53 Download
AXIS Q8742-E Zoom
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Version 7.15.6.2/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_6_2/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_6_2.bin - Integrity checksum: 7d61d79900827e642d2e07051d4aabef0d788bee5fa8a8dfcda7d0434e888ed5 Download
Older firmware versions
for AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Cameranote
We don't support these firmware versions anymore. They may have known bugs and security vulnerabilities that we have corrected in later versions. We recommend that you use the supported firmware.
AXIS Q8742-E
- Version 7.15.6.1Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_6_1/Q8742-E_7_15_6_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 05fec7339792bc1086efedcec0310983bfe3ddbd13f5ad3861c2993e041fdf2e Download
- Version 7.15.6Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_6/Q8742-E_7_15_6.bin - Integrity checksum: a42251165d4f9e20bc480ad096dd7d35552340c67e4dfc7326ad87f498e6c465 Download
- Version 7.15.5Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_5/Q8742-E_7_15_5.bin - Integrity checksum: 91ba9c9989a82aa23a333a2e9c676c097eea69ca3ee95de8ccab4b14fc13cfa5 Download
- Version 7.15.4.1Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_4_1/Q8742-E_7_15_4_1.bin - Integrity checksum: ace7e7a9656c01d2a34ba8b211cbcf47c1439dab58932d8c98ca4ac0d62ea284 Download
- Version 7.15.3.2Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E/7_15_3_2/Q8742-E_7_15_3_2.bin - Integrity checksum: 06e278dc4eeacf6661cc8db6ca38d6095289d44166b1eef7b8b5f32664b8d67d Download
AXIS Q8742-E Zoom
- Version 7.15.6.1Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_6_1/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_6_1.bin - Integrity checksum: a4b32c688d7b9d3dc1e1a6aa67643874374733bde357a09eca38ceaf54bf3344 Download
- Version 7.15.6Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_6/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_6.bin - Integrity checksum: 88938ed9c7ad54d19c9e5b5bae3dc6d8f89eaf22a5feb4851ff7dddf0c0e4eff Download
- Version 7.15.5Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_5/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_5.bin - Integrity checksum: 4a88443587067fc5c72a8d03a487229c6fd937c872ef49cd34571d22245a0ac6 Download
- Version 7.15.4.1Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_4_1/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_4_1.bin - Integrity checksum: 2c70fdcbc15f443daba87203af4f9350a2f9ca997c65845c97f7b31e1e396e3d Download
- Version 7.15.3.2Release notes Third party software licenses /ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q8742-E_Zoom/7_15_3_2/Q8742-E_Zoom_7_15_3_2.bin - Integrity checksum: b4cb573448837b1f0cfbc1df7141cdc822a7b2e122950f386c73c6b03b4a6ef2 Download
Documentation
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Architect and engineering specification
- AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - A&E Spec (Lite format) 41.61 KB(Requires partner access) Download
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Datasheet
- AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera 496.15 KB
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Manuals
- AXIS Q87 Bispectral PTZ Network Camera Series - User Manual 1.15 MB
- AXIS Q87 Series - Repainting Instructions 206.39 KB
- How to assign an IP address and access your device 175.08 KB
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Dimensions
- AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera 1.6 MB
- AXIS Q8742-E Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - CAD Drawing (DWG) 3.84 MB(Requires partner access) Download
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Brochures
- Brochure - Axis thermal cameras 21.01 MB
- Thermal technology glossary 226.34 KB
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Product comparison tables
- Product Comparison Tables - Q2 2022 4.01 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 91.64 KB
- AXIS Q8742-E/LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - Declaration of Conformity 85.53 KB
- EU Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors 511.68 KB
- Export compliance information of Axis video products 473.43 KB
- Product Discontinuation Statements - AXIS Q8742-E Network Camera 112.86 KB
- USA Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors 335.88 KB
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White papers
- Long distance surveillance - Fiber-optic communication 979 KB
- Quantifying jerkiness: Jerk-free movements in Axis positioning cameras 411.11 KB
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
Image sensor | CMOS |
Image sensor size | 1/2.8 |
Lightfinder | - |
Wide dynamic range | Forensic Capture |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) | 0.2 lux |
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) | 0.01 lux |
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
Pan range | 360 endless |
Tilt range | -90 to 45 |
Guard tour | preset position tour |
Optical zoom | 30 |
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.
Accessories
Choose from a wide selection of optional and included accessories.
Cables & connectors
Edge storage

AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TB
High endurance microSDXC™ card
AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB
High endurance microSDXC™ card Included with this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB
High endurance microSDXC™ card
AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB
High endurance micro SDXC™ card
AXIS Surveillance Card 512 GB
High endurance microSDXCTM cardIlluminators
Media converters

AXIS T8611 SFP Module LC.LX
Single-mode fiber module for up to 10 km transmission range Recommended for this product
AXIS T8612 SFP Module LC.SX
Multi-mode fiber module for up to 550 m transmission range Recommended for this product
AXIS T8613 SFP Module 1000BASE-T
Ethernet module for expansion of network ports Recommended for this product
AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for smaller installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8645 PoE+ over Coax Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient single-channel migration to IP Recommended for this product
AXIS T8646 PoE+ Over Coax Blade Kit
Cost-efficient migration to network video for larger installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8648 PoE+ over Coax Blade Compact Kit
Compact, cost-efficient multi-channel migration to IP Recommended for this productMounts

AXIS T94J01A Wall Mount
Robust design with cable protection Recommended for this product
AXIS T94N01G Pole Mount
For sturdy installations in harsh environments Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T95A64 Corner Bracket
Mounting of various Axis products Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T99 Illuminator Bracket Kit A
For white illuminators and Axis positioning units Recommended for this product
AXIS TQ6901-E Adapter Mount Bracket
For retrofitting PTZ cameras Recommended for this productPower adapters
Switches

AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE Switch
Managed, plug-and play outdoor switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE Switch
Managed, industrial PoE++ switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8508 PoE+ Network Switch
8 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch
16 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch
24 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this productTools & extras

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit
Convenient tool for installing Axis products
AXIS Bird Control Spike
Keep your outdoor network cameras clean Recommended for this product
AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board
For professional camera and video management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool
Simplicity in your hand Recommended for this product