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AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

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AXIS OS supported until 2033-12-31.

AXIS Q1656-LE

Version 12.5.68 - AXIS OS active

Software licenses Integrity checksum Software Bill of Materials

Software Bill of Materials

A Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) is a nested inventory list of all components included in the software. It has become an increasingly important and common part of software development lifecycle and processes.

Axis works actively with the principles of openness and building trust through transparency, the SBOM is a valued addition to these principles. It provides information to be able to understand if a device has a certain known cybersecurity vulnerability. For more information about AXIS SBOM, please visit the AXIS OS portal.

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PTZ drivers

Release notes

Integrity checksum
Checksums are used to ensure the integrity of a file after it has been downloaded from a server to a client device. SHA256: e3b1e6ccad2a8c1bee64ab3bbe1bf3e4944b498bf0444afc3a6a1abec0d9c701

/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q1656-LE/12_5_68/Q1656-LE_12_5_68.bin - Integrity checksum: e3b1e6ccad2a8c1bee64ab3bbe1bf3e4944b498bf0444afc3a6a1abec0d9c701 Download

PTZ drivers
for AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

Version 10.9.4

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This is a list of models supported by this driver, the physical installation depends on the video encoder and the PTZ unit. Check what serial communication the video encoder and PTZ unit will support! Supported models: Other models may be supported but this has not been verified by Axis.

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Older versions of this software

Version 10.8.1

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Version 11.11.160 - AXIS OS LTS 2024

Software licenses Integrity checksum Software Bill of Materials

Software Bill of Materials

A Software Bill of Materials (SBOM) is a nested inventory list of all components included in the software. It has become an increasingly important and common part of software development lifecycle and processes.

Axis works actively with the principles of openness and building trust through transparency, the SBOM is a valued addition to these principles. It provides information to be able to understand if a device has a certain known cybersecurity vulnerability. For more information about AXIS SBOM, please visit the AXIS OS portal.

Download SBOM

PTZ drivers

Release notes

Integrity checksum
Checksums are used to ensure the integrity of a file after it has been downloaded from a server to a client device. SHA256: 1c64021ebbd2cd8fe572090798326262a745002ea95d6b158d026cd327e359cb

/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q1656-LE/11_11_160/Q1656-LE_11_11_160.bin - Integrity checksum: 1c64021ebbd2cd8fe572090798326262a745002ea95d6b158d026cd327e359cb Download

PTZ drivers
for AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

Version 10.9.4

Release notes Download

This is a list of models supported by this driver, the physical installation depends on the video encoder and the PTZ unit. Check what serial communication the video encoder and PTZ unit will support! Supported models: Other models may be supported but this has not been verified by Axis.

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Older versions of this software

Version 10.8.1

Release notes Download
Version 10.12.289 - AXIS OS LTS 2022

Software licenses Integrity checksum PTZ drivers

Release notes

Integrity checksum
Checksums are used to ensure the integrity of a file after it has been downloaded from a server to a client device. SHA256: a4ad5a7d606d6dea4bf3a6e72aef78791fe28b644e76059b44dc6f3293111971

/ftp/pub/axis/software/MPQT/Q1656-LE/10_12_289/Q1656-LE_10_12_289.bin - Integrity checksum: a4ad5a7d606d6dea4bf3a6e72aef78791fe28b644e76059b44dc6f3293111971 Download

PTZ drivers
for AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

Version 10.9.4

Release notes Download

This is a list of models supported by this driver, the physical installation depends on the video encoder and the PTZ unit. Check what serial communication the video encoder and PTZ unit will support! Supported models: Other models may be supported but this has not been verified by Axis.

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Older versions of this software

Version 10.8.1

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Documentation

Architect and engineering specification
- AXIS Q1656-LE A&E spec (CSI version)
  (docx) 41.45 KB
  
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- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera - A&E Spec (Lite version)
  (rtf) 47.18 KB
  
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Datasheet
- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera
  (pdf) 2.94 MB
  
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Manuals
- Installation Guide AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera
  (pdf) 26.44 MB
  
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- Repainting Instructions AXIS Q1656-LE
  (pdf) 1.45 MB
  
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Dimensions
- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera
  (pdf) 377.36 KB
  
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- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera
  (stp) 6.84 MB
  
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- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera - CAD Drawing (DWG)
  (dwg) 1.82 MB
  
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Product comparison tables
- Product Comparison Tables - Q2 2025
  (pdf) 11.57 MB
  
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- Product Comparison Tables - Q3 2025
  (pdf) 12.47 MB
  
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- Product Comparison Tables Hong Kong - Q3 2025
  (pdf) 12.44 MB
  
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- Product Comparison Tables SAP - Q3 2025
  (pdf) 12.47 MB
  
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Declaration and statement
- AXIS Q1656-LE / Q1656-BLE Box Camera - Declaration of Conformity
  (pdf) 50.64 KB
  
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- AXIS Q1656-LE / Q1656-BLE Box Camera - UK Declaration of Conformity
  (pdf) 42.67 KB
  
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- AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera - MTBF statement
  (pdf) 66.72 KB
  
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Videos

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Technical specifications

Datasheet (pdf)

Variants: AXIS Q1656-LE

Camera
Property description		Property value
Image sensor	CMOS
Image sensor size	1/1.8"
Lightfinder	Lightfinder 2.0
Wide dynamic range	Forensic WDR
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (Color)	0.05 lux
Min illumination/ light sensitivity (B/W)	0.01 lux

Video
Property description		Property value
Max video resolution	2688x1512
Max frames per second	50/60
Electronic image stabilization	Yes

Lens
Property description		Property value
Focal length	3.9 - 10 mm
Horizontal field of view	113-47 °
Vertical field of view	60-27 °
Lens mount	CS
Replaceable lens	Yes

Compression
Property description		Property value
Zipstream	Yes
H.264	Baseline, High, Main
H.265	Yes
AV1	–

Audio
Property description		Property value
Audio Support	Yes

Network
Property description		Property value
PoE Class	4
Wireless	–

Security
Property description		Property value
Signed OS	Yes
Secure boot	Yes
Secure keystore	Secure Element (CC EAL6+)

General
Property description		Property value
Remote focus	Yes
Remote zoom	Yes
Built-in IR	Yes
Local storage (memory card slot)	Yes
Operating temperature	-40 to 60 °C
Outdoor Ready	Yes
Vandal rating	IK10 Except for front window IK08
IP rating	IP66, IP67
Designed for repaint	Yes
Sustainability	BFR/CFR free, PVC free

Power
Property description		Property value
Power (max)	25.5 W
Power (average)	11.2 W
DC input voltage	10-28 V

Warranty

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Part numbers

Part number for ordering

Name	Axis region	Part number
AXIS Q1656-LE	AR, AU, BR, CN, EU, JP, KR, UK, US	02168-001
AXIS Q1656-LE	IN	02168-113

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Product support for AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

Device software

AXIS Q1656-LE

Software Bill of Materials

Integrity checksum

PTZ drivers

Older versions of this software

Software Bill of Materials

Integrity checksum

PTZ drivers

Older versions of this software

Integrity checksum

PTZ drivers

Older versions of this software

Older versions

AXIS Q1656-LE

Documentation

Architect and engineering specification

Datasheet

Manuals

Dimensions

Product comparison tables

Declaration and statement

Videos

How to install AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

Technical specifications

Accessories

Cables & connectors

AXIS Connector A 2-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs

AXIS Connector A 2-pin 3.81 Straight, 10 pcs

AXIS Connector A 6-pin 2.5 Straight, 10 pcs

Gasket C M20

M12-RJ45 Cable

Network Cable Coupler IP66

Network cable coupler indoor

Network cable coupler indoor slim

Edge storage

AXIS Surveillance Card 1 TB

AXIS Surveillance Card 128 GB

AXIS Surveillance Card 256 GB

AXIS Surveillance Card 512 GB

Housings & cabinets

AXIS T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

AXIS T98A16-VE Surveillance Cabinet

AXIS TQ1804-E Top Cover with Wiper

AXIS TQ1808-VE Surveillance Cabinet

AXIS TQ1906-E Front Window Kit

I/O devices

AXIS I/O Indication LED

Illuminators

AXIS Fixed Box IR Illuminator Kit A

AXIS T90D20 IR-LED

AXIS T90D20 PoE IR-LED

AXIS T90D25 PoE W-LED

AXIS T90D25 W-LED

AXIS T90D30 IR-LED

AXIS T90D30 PoE IR-LED

AXIS T90D35 PoE W-LED

AXIS T90D35 W-LED

AXIS T90D40 IR-LED

​AXIS TQ1901-E IR Illuminator Kit

AXIS TQ1902-E IR Illuminator Kit

AXIS TQ1937-E IR Illuminator Kit

Lenses

AXIS Lens Cloth

Lens CS 8 MP P-Iris 12-50 mm F1.4

Lens CS 4-10 mm F0.9 P-Iris

Lens i-CS 1/1.8" 3.9-10 mm F1.5

Lens i-CS 9-50 mm F1.5 8 MP

Media converters

AXIS T8604 Media Converter Switch

AXIS T8606 Media Converter Switch 24 V DC

AXIS T8640 PoE+ over Coax Adapter Kit

AXIS T8645 PoE+ over Coax Compact Kit

AXIS T98A16-VE Media Converter Cabinet A

Microphones

AXIS T8351 Mk II Microphone 3.5 mm

AXIS T8353A Microphone 3.5 mm

AXIS T8355 Digital Microphone 3.5 mm

AXIS TU1001-V Microphone

Product support for
AXIS Q1656-LE Box Camera

AXIS TQ1901-E IR Illuminator Kit

AXIS D8004 unmanaged PoE switch