Web articles
Our web articles describe topics such as video surveillance, camera installation and how to obtain
the image quality needed for specific surveillance objectives.
Network video technology
Ten reasons to switch to IP-based video
Take a look at ten key motivators for switching from analog to IP based cameras.
Video analytics
Learn about video analytics software and how it can make your video surveillance system more efficient.
Thermal imaging
The goal of this article is to provide a better understanding of thermal imaging technology and when it can be used.
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Panoramic cameras
This is a brief walkthrough of different types of panoramic cameras and what differentiates them.
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System design
Site survey considerations
Before installing a surveillance system, we recommend you do a site survey and document it for future needs and upgrades.
Prepare your network video system
How to design a network video system depends on your application need and level of complexity.
Low light solutions
Designing a surveillance system to function in low light conditions is not always easy. Axis Communications offers a number of products to support different solutions.
Perfect pixel count
This step-by-step guide helps you select the best cameras for your operational requirements and surveillance scenarios.
Identification and recognition
The focus of this tutorial is how cameras in a surveillance project can provide the close-up footage required for identification and recognition.
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Introduction to imaging
To work successfully with video surveillance, it’s essential to understand the basic factors that contribute to good image usability.
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Lenses for network video cameras
Learn about the various types of lens available for network video cameras, and about how the smartest of them can make video surveillance easier.
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Axis product capabilities
Reducing the bit rate with Axis Zipstream
Learn about Axis Zipstream and how it can help you save on bandwidth and storage.
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Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
Learn why dynamic range is a challenge and how it can be handled.
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Installation
Top ten installation challenges
In this ten-step guide, we describe some of the challenges you can encounter during installation, and how to deal with them.
Power surges
Learn about what these surges are, what they can do and how you can benefit from the built-in capabilities of Axis cameras.
Troubleshooting Axis cameras
This article will guide you through some useful steps in troubleshooting your Axis network cameras.