Product support for AXIS Q8742-LE 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.
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 Q8752-E
For full specifications, check the recommended replacement product datasheet by using the link(s) above.

Firmware

AXIS Q8742-LE 35 mm 8.3 fps 24 V

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AXIS Q8742-LE 35 mm 30 fps 24 V

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AXIS Q8742-LE Zoom 30 fps 24 V

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AXIS Q8742-LE Zoom 8.3 fps 24 V

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Documentation

  • User manual

    • AXIS Q8742-LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - User manual (Online format)
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  • Manuals

    • AXIS Q87 Bispectral PTZ Network Camera Series - User Manual 1.2 MB English
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    • AXIS Q87 Series - Repainting Instructions 206.4 KB English
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    • AXIS Q8741-LE/Q8742-LE - Installation Guide 3.4 MB English
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    • How to assign an IP address and access your device 175.1 KB English
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  • Datasheets

    • AXIS Q8742-LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera 586.5 KB English
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  • Dimensions

    • AXIS Q8742-LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera 1.9 MB English
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  • Brochure

    • Axis thermal cameras - Reliable detection and verification, without compromising privacy. 1.0 MB English
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    • Product Comparison Tables - Q2 2021 3.7 MB English
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    • Thermal technology glossary 226.3 KB English
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  • Product comparison tables

    • Product Comparison Tables - Q1 2021 3.7 MB English
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  • Declaration & statement

    • AXIS Q8741-E/Q8742-E and AXIS Q8741-LE/Q8742-LE Bispectral PTZ Network Cameras - Declaration of Conformity 91.6 KB English
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    • AXIS Q8742-E/LE Bispectral PTZ Network Camera - Declaration of Conformity 85.5 KB English
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    • EU Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors 511.7 KB English
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    • Export compliance information of Axis video products 473.4 KB English
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    • Product Discontinuation Statements - AXIS Q8742-LE Network Camera 114.7 KB English
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    • USA Export Fact Sheet – EU sensors 335.9 KB English
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  • White papers

    • Long distance surveillance - Fiber-optic communication 1.0 MB English
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    • Quantifying jerkiness: Jerk-free movements in Axis positioning cameras 411.1 KB English
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    • Thermal network cameras - Performance considerations for video analytics 954.7 KB English
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Technical specifications

Models: AXIS Q8742-LE 35 mm 8.3 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-LE Zoom 8.3 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-LE 35 mm 30 fps 24 V / AXIS Q8742-LE Zoom 30 fps 24 V

Camera

Image sensor CMOS
Image sensor size 1/2.8
Sensor size in megapixel 2.0
Lightfinder -
Wide dynamic range Forensic Capture
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color) 0.20 lux
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W) 0.01 lux

General

Built-in IR Yes
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
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.
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Audio and I/O

AXIS T8331 PIR Motion Detector

AXIS T8331 PIR Motion Detector

Indoor detection of any motion
AXIS T8331-E PIR Motion Detector

AXIS T8331-E PIR Motion Detector

Outdoor detection of any motion Recommended for this product

Cables and Connectors

AXIS Cable 24 V DC/24-240 V AC 22 m

AXIS Cable 24 V DC/24-240 V AC 22 m

Tailor-made for Axis positioning cameras Recommended for this product
AXIS Connector A 2-pin 2.5 Straight

AXIS Connector A 2-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs

Included with this product
AXIS Connector A 2-pin 3.81 Straight

AXIS Connector A 2-pin 3.81 Straight, 10 pcs

Included with this product
Gasket C M20

Gasket C M20

Included with this product
RJ45 Field Connector

RJ45 Field Connector

For quick and easy cable termination

Control Boards and Joystick

AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

AXIS T8310 Video Surveillance Control Board

Recommended for this product

Housings

AXIS Weathershield S

AXIS Weathershield S

Included with this product

Illuminators

AXIS PT IR Illuminator Kit C

AXIS PT IR Illuminator Kit C

Long-range illuminators for Axis positioning units Included with this product

Installation Tools

AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool

AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool

Simplicity in your hand Recommended for this product

Media Converters

AXIS T8611 SFP Module LC.LX

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

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

AXIS T8613 SFP Module 1000BASE-T

Ethernet module for expansion of network ports Recommended for this product

Miscellaneous

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

AXIS 4-in-1 Security Screwdriver Kit

Your handy friend
AXIS Bird Control Spike

AXIS Bird Control Spike

Keep your outdoor network cameras clean Recommended for this product
AXIS Q86 Wiper Kit A

AXIS Q86 Wiper Kit A

Replacement wiper blades for AXIS Q8685-E/-LE Included with this product
AXIS Washer Kit B

AXIS Washer Kit B

Recommended for this product
AXIS Wiper Kit B

AXIS Wiper Kit B

This is a replacement wiper kit for a front window Included with this product

Mounts

AXIS T94J01A Wall Mount

AXIS T94J01A Wall Mount

Robust design with cable protection Recommended for this product
AXIS T94N01G Pole Mount

AXIS T94N01G Pole Mount

For sturdy installations in harsh environments Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS T95A64 Corner Bracket

AXIS T95A64 Corner Bracket

Requires additional accessory Recommended for this product
AXIS TQ6901-E Adapter Mount Bracket, viewed from its front

AXIS TQ6901-E Adapter Mount Bracket

For retrofitting PTZ cameras Recommended for this product

Network 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 T8508 PoE+ Network Switch

AXIS T8508 PoE+ Network Switch

8 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product
AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch

AXIS T8516 PoE+ Network Switch

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

AXIS T8524 PoE+ Network Switch

24 port switch for efficient network management Recommended for this product

PoE+ over Coax

AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter Kit

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

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

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

AXIS T8648 PoE+ over Coax Blade Compact Kit

Compact, cost-efficient multi-channel migration to IP Recommended for this product

Power Supplies

Power supply DIN PS24 480 W

Power supply DIN PS24 480 W

Recommended for this product

Storage

AXIS Edge storage suveillance card 128 GB from the front

AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB

High endurance microSDXC™ card
AXIS edge surveillance card 256 GB from the front

AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB

High endurance micro SDXC™ card
AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB

AXIS Surveillance Card 64 GB

High endurance microSDXC™ card Included with this product

Surge protectors

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

AXIS T8061 Ethernet Surge Protector

Protects outdoor devices from power surges

Video decoders

AXIS P7701 Video Decoder from left angle

AXIS P7701 Video Decoder

Full-featured video decoder with H.264 support
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.

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Warranty

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