Product support for AXIS Q6042-E PTZ Network Camera

IP Camera AXIS Q6042-E has outdoor-ready and arctic temperature control and electronic image stabilization.
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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 Q6074-E
For full specifications, check the recommended replacement product datasheet by using the link(s) above.

Firmware

AXIS Q6042-E

  • Version 6.50.5.4 - LTS-2016
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Documentation

  • User manual

    • AXIS Q6042-E 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 PTZ Dome Network Camera Series - Installation Guide 1.8 MB English
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    • AXIS Q6042-E - User Manual 1.2 MB English
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    • AXIS Q6042-E, Q6044-E, Q6045-E Mk II PTZ Dome Network Cameras - Installation guide 1.6 MB English
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    • How to assign an IP address and access your device 175.1 KB English
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    • RJ45 Push-pull Connector - Installation Guide 1.4 MB English
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  • Dimensions

    • AXIS Q6042-E/Q6044-E/Q6045-E PTZ Dome Network Camera 805.7 KB English
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  • Brochures

    • 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-E Network Camera – Declaration of Conformity 109.2 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-E 50 Hz / AXIS Q6042-E 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 -50 to 50 °C
Outdoor Ready Yes
Vandal rating IK10
IP rating IP66
Designed for repaint Yes

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 0/0

Network

PoE Class High PoE

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.
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Cables & connectors

AXIS T8129 PoE Extender

AXIS T8129 PoE Extender

The smart solution for covering distances Recommended for this product
AXIS T8129-e outdoor Poe extender from left

AXIS T8129-E Outdoor PoE Extender

Robust, outdoor-ready solution for covering distances
Network cable coupler indoor

Network cable coupler indoor
Network cable coupler indoor slim

Network cable coupler indoor slim
Network Cable Coupler IP66

Network Cable Coupler IP66
Outdoor RJ45 cable

Outdoor RJ45 cable

Recommended for this product
RJ45 connector push pull plug

RJ45 connector push pull plug

Included with this product

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 Recommended for this product

Housings & cabinets

AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
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

Media converters

AXIS T8604 Media Converter Switch

AXIS T8604 Media Converter Switch

Converts Ethernet to fiber 12 V DC Recommended for this product
AXIS T86 media converter from left

AXIS T8606 Media Converter Switch 24 V DC

Converts Ethernet to fiber 24 V DC Recommended for this product
AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

AXIS T98A18-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

Robust, pre-assembled cabinet for easy fiber installation 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 T91B57 Pole Mount

AXIS T91B57 Pole Mount

For sturdy installations on poles 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 T91G61 Wall Mount

AXIS T91G61 Wall Mount

Quick connection and room for more Recommended for this product
AXIS T91L61 Wall-and-Pole Mount

AXIS T91L61 Wall-and-Pole Mount

For quick wall and pole installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T94A01D Pendant Kit

AXIS T94A01D Pendant Kit

Mounting on 1.5″ NPS threaded bracket Recommended for this product
AXIS T94A01L Recessed Mount

AXIS T94A01L Recessed Mount

Recessed mount for AXIS Q60-E PTZ Cameras Recommended for this product

Power

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

Protects outdoor devices from power surges Recommended for this product
AXIS T8124-E Outdoor Midspan 60 W 1-port

AXIS T8124-E Outdoor Midspan 60 W 1-port
AXIS T8125 AC 24 V Midspan 60 W 1-port

AXIS T8125 AC 24 V Midspan 60 W 1-port
AXIS T8134 60 W Midspan

AXIS T8134 60 W Midspan

Recommended for this product
AXIS T8144 60 W Industrial Midspan

AXIS T8144 60 W Industrial Midspan

Robust in industrial installations Recommended for this product
AXIS T8154 60W SFP Midspan

AXIS T8154 60 W SFP Midspan

For network or fiber installations

Switches

AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE Switch

AXIS T8504-E Outdoor PoE Switch

Managed, plug-and play outdoor switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE Switch

AXIS T8504-R Industrial PoE Switch

Managed, industrial PoE++ switch Recommended for this product
AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch

AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch

16 port switch for efficient network management Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch

AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch

24 port switch for efficient network management Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product

Tools & extras

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

Convenient tool for installing Axis products
AXIS Bird Control Spike

AXIS Bird Control Spike

Keep your outdoor network cameras clean Recommended for this product
AXIS Safety Wire 3 m

AXIS Safety Wire 3 m

Versatile safety wire
AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

Recommended for this product
AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool

AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool

Simplicity in your hand Recommended for this product

Video decoders

AXIS T8705 Decoder from left angle

AXIS T8705 Video Decoder

Discrete 1080p video decoder with HDMI output

Weathershields

AXIS Q60-E Sunshield

AXIS Q60-E Sunshield

Included with this product

Discontinued products

The following compatible products have been discontinued.

Housings & cabinets

Mounts

Power

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