Product support for AXIS Q6042-C PTZ Network Camera

IP Camera AXIS Q6042-C operates in temperatures up to 75°C (167°F) and has extended D1 resolution and 36x optical zoom.
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Discontinued product.

Please see the product documentation and support pages for self-help resources.
note 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 Q6055-C
For full specifications, check the recommended replacement product datasheet by using the link(s) above.

Firmware

AXIS Q6042-C

  • Version 6.50.5.4 - LTS-2016
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Documentation

  • User manual

    • AXIS Q6042-C PTZ Network Camera - User manual (Online format)
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  • Manuals

    • AXIS PTZ Autotracking configuration help 611.7 KB English
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    • AXIS Q60-C Series - Installation Guide 3.8 MB English
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    • AXIS Q6042-C - User Manual 1.7 MB English
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    • AXIS Q6042/44/45-C PTZ Dome Network Camera - Installation Guide 2.2 MB English
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    • How to assign an IP address and access your device 175.1 KB English
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  • Dimensions

    • AXIS Q6042-C/Q6044-C/Q6045-C PTZ Dome Network Camera 327.3 KB English
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  • Brochure

    • Product Comparison Tables - Q3 2021 3.7 MB English
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    • Product Comparison Tables - Q4 2021 3.7 MB English
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  • Declaration & statement

    • AXIS Q6042-C Network Camera – Declaration of Conformity 108.4 KB English
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    • EOL Statement for AXIS Q6042/-E/-C/-S PTZ Network Cameras 54.5 KB English
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Technical specifications

Models: AXIS Q6042-C 50 Hz / AXIS Q6042-C 60 Hz

Camera

Image sensor CCD
Image sensor size 1/4
Lightfinder -
Wide dynamic range –
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) 0.5 lux lux
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) 0.008 lux lux

General

Built-in IR –
OptimizedIR –
Local storage (memory card slot) Yes
Operating temperature -20 to 75 °C
Outdoor Ready Yes
Vandal rating -
IP rating IP66
Designed for repaint –

Analytics

Autotracking version –
Orientation aid –

Video

Max video resolution -
Max frames per second 25/30
Day and Night functionality Yes
Electronic image stabilization Yes

Lens

Focal length 3.3 - 119 mm
Horizontal field of view 57.2 - 1.7 °
Vertical field of view - °

Pan, Tilt, Zoom

Pan range 360 endless
Tilt range 220
Guard tour –
Optical zoom 36
Digital zoom 12

Compression

Zipstream –
H.264 Baseline, Main
H.265 –
Motion JPEG Yes

Audio

Audio Support –
Built-in microphone –

System Integration

Audio detection –
Active tampering –
Alarm inputs/outputs 2

Network

PoE Class –

Security

Signed firmware –
Secure boot –
TPM –
* Some technical specifications may vary depending on which hardware option you choose.

Accessories

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Cables & connectors

AXIS Connector A 6-pin 2.5 Straight

AXIS Connector A 6-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs

Included with this product
IP66-rated multi-connector cable

IP66-rated multi-connector cable

Edge storage

AXIS Edge storage suveillance card 128 GB from the front

AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB

High endurance microSDXC™ card Recommended for this product
AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB

AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB

High endurance microSDXC™ card

Housings & cabinets

AXIS T98A18-VE Surveillance Cabinet

AXIS T98A18-VE Surveillance Cabinet

Robust cabinets for easy installation of critical system equipment Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product

Mounts

AXIS T91A64 Corner Bracket

AXIS T91A64 Corner Bracket

Mounting on external corners Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B50 Telescopic Ceiling Mount

AXIS T91B50 Telescopic Ceiling Mount

Telescopic ceiling mount with swivel action Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B51 Ceiling Mount

AXIS T91B51 Ceiling Mount

Ceiling mount with swivel action for low-ceilinged environments Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T91B63 Ceiling Mount

AXIS T91B63 Ceiling Mount

Robust and safe installation Recommended for this product
AXIS T91D62 Telescopic Parapet Mount

AXIS T91D62 Telescopic Parapet Mount

Parapet installation with telescopic flexibility Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T94A01D Pendant Kit

AXIS T94A01D Pendant Kit

Mounting on 1.5″ NPS threaded bracket Recommended for this product

Power

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

Protects outdoor devices from power surges

Power adapters

AXIS T8008 PS12

AXIS T8008 PS12

Recommended for this product

Tools & extras

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

Your handy friend
AXIS Safety Wire 3 m

AXIS Safety Wire 3 m
AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

For professional camera and video management Recommended for this product

Video decoders

AXIS T8705 Decoder from left angle

AXIS T8705 Video Decoder

Discrete 1080p video decoder with HDMI output

Discontinued products

The following compatible products have been discontinued.

Housings & cabinets

Mounts

Weathershields

Warranty

Axis 3-year warranty

For peace of mind

Our 3-year warranty delivers trouble-free ownership, and control over your costs. Read more about axis warranties