Axis AXIS 212 PTZ User manual

Image sensor 3.1 Megapixel 1/2” progressive scan CMOS
Lens Fujinon, F1. 8, fixed iris
Focal length: 2.7 mm
Focus range: 0.2 m - infinity (from front of lens)
Angle of view Horizontal: 44° - 140°
Vertical: 35° - 105°
Zoom 3x, 0.1 sec from wide to tele
Min
illumination
10 lux wide mode
20 lux tele mode
Pan range ± 70° instant pan
Tilt range ± 52° instant tilt
Max speed 400°/second
Video
compression
Motion JPEG
MPEG-4 Part 2 (ISO/IEC 14496-2) with motion estimation
Profiles: Advanced Simple Profile and Simple Profile
Resolutions 9 resolutions from 640x480 to 160x120 via API
6 selections via configuration Web page
Frame rate Up to 30 frames per second in VGA (Motion JPEG and MPEG-4)
Video streaming Simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4
Controllable frame rate and bandwidth
Constant and variable bit rate (MPEG-4)
Image settings Compression levels: 100
Configurable color level, brightness, sharpness, white balance,
exposure control
Overlay capabilities: time, date, text
Pan/tilt/zoom 20 preset positions
Guard Tour
Sequence mode
Supports Windows compatible joysticks
Designed for continuous movement
Shutter time 1/5 s to 1/10000 s
Audio Half-duplex or simplex
Built-in microphone or external microphone/line input
Mono audio output (line level) connects to PA system or active
speaker with built-in amplifier
Audio compression: AAC LC 8-32 kbit/s, G.711 PCM 64 kbit/s,
G.726 ADPCM 32 or 24 kbit/s
Security Multiple user access levels with password protection,
IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption
IEEE 802.1X network access control
Users 20 simultaneous users
Unlimited number of users using multicast (MPEG-4)
Alarm
and event
management
Events triggered by built-in multi-window motion detection,
audio detection, external inputs or according to a schedule
Image upload over FTP, email and HTTP
Notification over TCP, email, HTTP and external output
Pre- and post alarm buffer of 9 MB (approx 5 min of 320x240
resolution video at 4 frames per sec)
Connectors Ethernet 10BaseT/100BaseTX, RJ-45
Mini DC power jack
Terminal block for 1 alarm input and 1 output
3.5 mm jack for Mic in (max 80 mVpp) or Line mono input
(max 6.4 Vpp)
3.5 mm jack for Line mono output (max 1.3 Vpp) to active
speaker
Casing Polycarbonate, tamper-resistant
Processors
and memory
CPU, video processing and compression: ARTPEC-A
RAM: 32 MB, Flash: 8 MB
Battery backed-up real-time clock
Power 4.9 - 5.1 V DC max 3.6 W, or Power over Ethernet (IEEE
802.3af) Class 1 (max 3.84 W)
Operating
conditions
5 - 40 °C (41 - 104 °F)
Humidity 20 - 80% RH (non-condensing)
Installation,
management
and
maintenance
AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and Web-based
configuration
Configuration of backup and restore
Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at
www.axis.com
Video access
from web
browser
Camera live view
Video recording to file (ASF)
Sequence tour capability for up to 20 PTZ presets or external
Axis video sources
Customizable HTML pages
Minimum
web browsing
requirements
Pentium III CPU 500 MHz or higher, or equivalent AMD
128 MB RAM
AGP graphic card 32 MB RAM, Direct Draw
Windows XP or 2000, DirectX 9.0 or later
Internet Explorer 6.x or later
For other operating systems and browsers see
www.axis.com/techsup
System
integration
support
Open API for software integration, including AXIS VAPIX API*,
AXIS Media Control SDK*, event trigger data in video stream
Quality of Service (QoS) Layer 3, DiffServ Model
Embedded Linux operating system
* Available at www.axis.com
Supported
protocols IPv4/v6, TCP, ICMP, ARP, RTSP, RTP, RTCP, UDP, IGMP, DHCP,
DNS, DynDNS, SOCKS, NTP, UPnP, Bonjour, HTTP, HTTPS,
SSL/TLS*, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), SMTP, FTP
More information on protocol usage available at www.axis.com
* This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for use
in the Open SSL Tool kit (www.openssl.org)
Included
accessories
Installation Guide
CD with installation and management tools, demo software
and User’s Manual
Mounting and connector kits, angled wall mount
Power supply PS-H 5.1 V DC
MPEG-4 decoder (Windows)
MPEG-4/AAC licenses (1 encoder, 1 decoder)
Video
management
software
(not incl.)
AXIS Camera Station - Surveillance application for viewing,
recording and archiving up to 25 cameras
See www.axis.com/partner/adp_partners.htm
for more software applications via partners
Accessories
(not incl.)
AXIS 295 Video Surveillance Joystick
MPEG-4/AAC decoder multi-user license pack
Approvals EN55022 Class B, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, VCCI Class B, ICES-003 Class B,
C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN60950
Power supply: UL, CSA
Dimensions
(HxWxD)
and weight
78 x 144 x 132 mm (3.0” x 5.6” x 5.2”)
Weight: 504 g (1.1 lbs)
29162/EN/R3/0705
www.axis.com
Market trends for cameras, particularly those
for use within security applications, indicate
a growing interest in PTZ network cameras, as
network video has made it possible to easily
manage cameras remotely with no extra cables.
Built-in Power over Ethernet further contributes to this
by enabling power to be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the
network, consolidating power for higher reliability as well as
further reducing cabling requirements and installation costs.
The lack of moving parts contributes to operating reliability
as well as resistance to tampering. Even though the camera
does not need to move to capture a full field of view, it gives
the impression of following anybody within its range. This
can be a significant security factor, as people tend to act
responsibly if they feel they’re being watched.
Simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams for
optimized quality and bandwidth usage together with pre-
and post-alarm image buffering, video motion detection,
scheduled and triggered event functionality with alarm
notification provide effective indoor monitoring. The built-
in two-way audio support enables remote users to not only
view, but also listen in on an area and communicate orders
or requests to visitors or intruders, thereby increasing the
monitoring options.
THE SECURITY
BENEFITS
PC with video
recording application
Record what you are
looking at or schedule
your recordings
PC
Easily connect to
the AXIS 212 PTZ via
a standard PC on the
network or the Internet
Axis video
surveillance joystick
All pan/tilt/zoom
functions in your hands
UPS
Secure power to the cameras
and recording system with an
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Relay
Use a relay to send alarms through the camera
or turn on the light after an alarm
Microphone
Record sound, listen
to what is happening,
activate an audio alarm
Loudspeaker
Give instructions, orders or
provide help by connecting
a loudspeaker to the camera
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
IP NETWORK
In short, this compact and
discreet camera is ideal for indoor
environments where you need an
overview and the possibility to
instantly pan, tilt and zoom for
detailed inspections. Add open
integration capacities, flexibility,
scalability and the added security
that comes with a reliable product
from a reliable supplier, and you
have the ideal solution for indoor
video surveillance.
Full overview and instant zoom – yet no moving parts
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
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AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA: A TYPICAL INSTALLATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA

FULL OVERVIEW
Conventional PTZ cameras allow the user to pan, tilt and
zoom, but not to see the whole video scene – just one portion
at a time. AXIS 212 PTZ gives the user the whole picture, then
allows instant pan/tilt/zoom to get the details.
NO MOVING PARTS
AXIS 212 PTZ achieves full overview as well as instant pan/
tilt/zoom without any moving parts, which means no wear
and tear. This unique feature is based on two determining
factors:
> A wide-angle lens combined with a 3 megapixel sensor
> Utilization of the full "windowing" possibilities:
the camera captures predetermined sections of the
overview without mechanical motion.
The advantages of no moving parts are considerable:
> No wear and tear – and a level of durability and
reliability far ahead of conventional PTZ.
> No noise – thus making the camera even more discreet.
> No way to tell where the camera is looking. In fact,
the camera seems to follow anyone on the premises.
> No delay for mechanical movement – enabling instant
pan/tilt/zoom, and thus no time lag in the images.
ADVANCED SECURITY AND
NETWORK MANAGEMENT
AXIS 212 PTZ offers the highest degree of security by using
multiple, password-protected user access levels, IP address
filtering, HTTPS encryption and IEEE 802.1X network access
control. With the appropriate access rights, video from
AXIS 212 PTZ can be accessed from any computer, anywhere,
at any time.
Support for IPv4 and IPv6 ensures that the camera can
operate on existing and future networks. IPv6, the successor
to IPv4, increases the number of available addresses
eliminating the need for network address translation and
simplifying configuration. Network utilization is optimized
with the support for Quality of Service (QoS), which enables
reservation of network capacity and prioritization of mission-
critical surveillance in a QoS-aware network.
The dotted lines show the limited area covered by conventional PTZ cameras.
If the man on the left was shoplifting, he would be out of view.
AXIS 212 PTZ lets you view the entire monitored area. There are no
hidden areas.
These distinguishing features make a unique combination:
3x zoom
BANDWIDTH SAVER
Another obvious advantage of VGA resolution combined with
enhanced image quality is lower requirements on bandwidth
and storage capacity. AXIS 212 PTZ is able to efficiently
"window" a specific portion of the 3 megapixel sensor grid. In
doing so, the camera filters out unnecessary information that
offloads your network and storage capacity, and lets you
capture a well-defined "image concentrate".
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET
Built-in Power over Ethernet enables power to
be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the network,
consolidating power for higher reliability as
well as further reducing cabling requirements
and installation costs.
EASY INSTALLATION
AXIS 212 PTZ is optimized for wall
mounting, but may also be mounted
on the ceiling. An adapter is provided
for angled mounting, so that when
positioned at a specific angle, the
camera can monitor a specific area
along a wall or corridor, for instance.
ANGLE ADAPTER FOR LEFT
AND RIGHT MOUNTING
The angled wall mount will help you
optimize the direction of the tunnel vision
so that no sensor space is wasted.
AXIS 212 PTZ Network Camera
A whole new definition of PTZ
A full 140° field of vision provides video of the entire monitored
area. Conventional PTZ cameras can view only one part of the
whole video scene at a time.
Zooming in from full overview to close-up is instant, in one-
step clicks. There’s no delayed reaction. Pan and tilt work in
the same instant way.
AXIS 212 PTZ is also unique in using a wide-angle lens and a
3 megapixel sensor to achieve PTZ functionality. No moving
parts are needed, which means no wear and tear.
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ maintains sharp images at all times.
AXIS 212 PTZ is perfect for indoor surveillance of premises
up to 150 m2/500ft2, such as shops, reception areas, banks,
server rooms and other places where you need to see the
whole area and have the possibility to zoom in for detailed
inspection and monitoring. Add powerful event management
functionalities such as pre- and post-alarm image buffering,
and you have a highly efficient video surveillance solution.
FULL OVERVIEW
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
NO MOVING PARTS
MAINTAINED RESOLUTION
PERFECT FOR INDOOR
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
>
>
>
>
>
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
The 3x zoom provides instant, one-click optical zoom func-
tionality. Consequently, from the overview image, a security
officer can zoom in 3 times on any suspicious behavior by
just clicking on the part of the image where it’s happening.
No other PTZ camera can zoom in instantly on off-centered
action. And since there is no movement in the lens system, the
camera instantly changes the field of view.
It’s this simple:
> Overview of the whole scene in perfect image quality
> Pan, tilt and zoom with one click
> Follow a visitor with one click
> Return to overview with one click
Whether in overview or fully zoomed in, you get perfect image quality in VGA
resolution. Zooming – the instant, one-click, 3x zoom – does not decrease the
image quality. Edges do not become jagged. More importantly, when you zoom
in on suspicious behavior, you increase your chances of being able to identify
what is happening and who is involved.
AXIS 212 PTZ also incorporates a number of other features that it shares with many other Axis network cameras:
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET, SIMULTANEOUS MOTION JPEG AND MPEG-4, TWO-WAY AUDIO,
COMPREHENSIVE SET OF NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES, TAMPER-RESISTANT DESIGN, POWERFUL API, AND MORE.
ADVANCED VIDEO
AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
You can access live and recorded video at any time from
any computer anywhere. AXIS 212 PTZ supports AXIS
Camera Station video management software, offering all the
advanced capabilities you need: remote video monitoring,
recording and playback. It also lets you perform scheduled
event management, using its embedded features: video
motion detection, audio detection, inputs/output for
connecting additional devices such as external relays and
sensors to activate light or open/close doors. The pre- and
post-image alarm buffer further contributes to powerful
event management, by securing images just before and after
an alarm.
AXIS 212 PTZ includes the Axis Application Programming
Interface, AXIS VAPIXTM API, facilitating the development of
customized applications. It also ensures you benefit from the
widest available range of third party applications, available
via Axis Application Development Partners.
RESOLUTION –
SHARP AND MAINTAINED
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ can, because it has such outstanding image
resolution to start with.
180/360° degree cameras cover a bigger area, but at the expense of spreading
the amount of available pixels (resolution) over areas that are often of no
interest. With the AXIS 212 PTZ, you see everything you need to see, and the
image is sharper.
OVERVIEW – THE STARTING POINT
By having a full overview of 140° (pan), AXIS 212 PTZ
wastes no pixels. This means that the full image sensor
can be used for image quality purposes – and the difference
is astonishing.
IMAgE
SENSOR
LENS
140°
OVERSAMPLING
Oversampling is a technology that uses the advantages of a
high-resolution sensor (2048x1536 pixels) in its full format.
This means that, whether in full overview mode or when
zooming in, full 1:1 VGA resolution of 640x480 pixels is
maintained - resulting in a brighter image, more detail and
higher contrast.
SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY
AXIS 212 PTZ offers progressive scan and advanced signal
processing based on a 3 megapixel CMOS sensor.
3x zoom
1x zoom
When you zoom in 3 times, you obtain normal VGA 1:1 resolution
AXIS 212 PTZ is no ordinary PTZ. It’s
the only PTZ network camera
that provides full overview, and
instant, one-click pan/tilt/zoom
– with maintained sharp image
resolution. And it’s all done without
moving parts, so there’s no wear
and tear. In short, it’s a whole new
definition of PTZ.

FULL OVERVIEW
Conventional PTZ cameras allow the user to pan, tilt and
zoom, but not to see the whole video scene – just one portion
at a time. AXIS 212 PTZ gives the user the whole picture, then
allows instant pan/tilt/zoom to get the details.
NO MOVING PARTS
AXIS 212 PTZ achieves full overview as well as instant pan/
tilt/zoom without any moving parts, which means no wear
and tear. This unique feature is based on two determining
factors:
> A wide-angle lens combined with a 3 megapixel sensor
> Utilization of the full "windowing" possibilities:
the camera captures predetermined sections of the
overview without mechanical motion.
The advantages of no moving parts are considerable:
> No wear and tear – and a level of durability and
reliability far ahead of conventional PTZ.
> No noise – thus making the camera even more discreet.
> No way to tell where the camera is looking. In fact,
the camera seems to follow anyone on the premises.
> No delay for mechanical movement – enabling instant
pan/tilt/zoom, and thus no time lag in the images.
ADVANCED SECURITY AND
NETWORK MANAGEMENT
AXIS 212 PTZ offers the highest degree of security by using
multiple, password-protected user access levels, IP address
filtering, HTTPS encryption and IEEE 802.1X network access
control. With the appropriate access rights, video from
AXIS 212 PTZ can be accessed from any computer, anywhere,
at any time.
Support for IPv4 and IPv6 ensures that the camera can
operate on existing and future networks. IPv6, the successor
to IPv4, increases the number of available addresses
eliminating the need for network address translation and
simplifying configuration. Network utilization is optimized
with the support for Quality of Service (QoS), which enables
reservation of network capacity and prioritization of mission-
critical surveillance in a QoS-aware network.
The dotted lines show the limited area covered by conventional PTZ cameras.
If the man on the left was shoplifting, he would be out of view.
AXIS 212 PTZ lets you view the entire monitored area. There are no
hidden areas.
These distinguishing features make a unique combination:
3x zoom
BANDWIDTH SAVER
Another obvious advantage of VGA resolution combined with
enhanced image quality is lower requirements on bandwidth
and storage capacity. AXIS 212 PTZ is able to efficiently
"window" a specific portion of the 3 megapixel sensor grid. In
doing so, the camera filters out unnecessary information that
offloads your network and storage capacity, and lets you
capture a well-defined "image concentrate".
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET
Built-in Power over Ethernet enables power to
be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the network,
consolidating power for higher reliability as
well as further reducing cabling requirements
and installation costs.
EASY INSTALLATION
AXIS 212 PTZ is optimized for wall
mounting, but may also be mounted
on the ceiling. An adapter is provided
for angled mounting, so that when
positioned at a specific angle, the
camera can monitor a specific area
along a wall or corridor, for instance.
ANGLE ADAPTER FOR LEFT
AND RIGHT MOUNTING
The angled wall mount will help you
optimize the direction of the tunnel vision
so that no sensor space is wasted.
AXIS 212 PTZ Network Camera
A whole new definition of PTZ
A full 140° field of vision provides video of the entire monitored
area. Conventional PTZ cameras can view only one part of the
whole video scene at a time.
Zooming in from full overview to close-up is instant, in one-
step clicks. There’s no delayed reaction. Pan and tilt work in
the same instant way.
AXIS 212 PTZ is also unique in using a wide-angle lens and a
3 megapixel sensor to achieve PTZ functionality. No moving
parts are needed, which means no wear and tear.
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ maintains sharp images at all times.
AXIS 212 PTZ is perfect for indoor surveillance of premises
up to 150 m2/500ft2, such as shops, reception areas, banks,
server rooms and other places where you need to see the
whole area and have the possibility to zoom in for detailed
inspection and monitoring. Add powerful event management
functionalities such as pre- and post-alarm image buffering,
and you have a highly efficient video surveillance solution.
FULL OVERVIEW
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
NO MOVING PARTS
MAINTAINED RESOLUTION
PERFECT FOR INDOOR
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
>
>
>
>
>
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
The 3x zoom provides instant, one-click optical zoom func-
tionality. Consequently, from the overview image, a security
officer can zoom in 3 times on any suspicious behavior by
just clicking on the part of the image where it’s happening.
No other PTZ camera can zoom in instantly on off-centered
action. And since there is no movement in the lens system, the
camera instantly changes the field of view.
It’s this simple:
> Overview of the whole scene in perfect image quality
> Pan, tilt and zoom with one click
> Follow a visitor with one click
> Return to overview with one click
Whether in overview or fully zoomed in, you get perfect image quality in VGA
resolution. Zooming – the instant, one-click, 3x zoom – does not decrease the
image quality. Edges do not become jagged. More importantly, when you zoom
in on suspicious behavior, you increase your chances of being able to identify
what is happening and who is involved.
AXIS 212 PTZ also incorporates a number of other features that it shares with many other Axis network cameras:
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET, SIMULTANEOUS MOTION JPEG AND MPEG-4, TWO-WAY AUDIO,
COMPREHENSIVE SET OF NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES, TAMPER-RESISTANT DESIGN, POWERFUL API, AND MORE.
ADVANCED VIDEO
AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
You can access live and recorded video at any time from
any computer anywhere. AXIS 212 PTZ supports AXIS
Camera Station video management software, offering all the
advanced capabilities you need: remote video monitoring,
recording and playback. It also lets you perform scheduled
event management, using its embedded features: video
motion detection, audio detection, inputs/output for
connecting additional devices such as external relays and
sensors to activate light or open/close doors. The pre- and
post-image alarm buffer further contributes to powerful
event management, by securing images just before and after
an alarm.
AXIS 212 PTZ includes the Axis Application Programming
Interface, AXIS VAPIXTM API, facilitating the development of
customized applications. It also ensures you benefit from the
widest available range of third party applications, available
via Axis Application Development Partners.
RESOLUTION –
SHARP AND MAINTAINED
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ can, because it has such outstanding image
resolution to start with.
180/360° degree cameras cover a bigger area, but at the expense of spreading
the amount of available pixels (resolution) over areas that are often of no
interest. With the AXIS 212 PTZ, you see everything you need to see, and the
image is sharper.
OVERVIEW – THE STARTING POINT
By having a full overview of 140° (pan), AXIS 212 PTZ
wastes no pixels. This means that the full image sensor
can be used for image quality purposes – and the difference
is astonishing.
IMAgE
SENSOR
LENS
140°
OVERSAMPLING
Oversampling is a technology that uses the advantages of a
high-resolution sensor (2048x1536 pixels) in its full format.
This means that, whether in full overview mode or when
zooming in, full 1:1 VGA resolution of 640x480 pixels is
maintained - resulting in a brighter image, more detail and
higher contrast.
SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY
AXIS 212 PTZ offers progressive scan and advanced signal
processing based on a 3 megapixel CMOS sensor.
3x zoom
1x zoom
When you zoom in 3 times, you obtain normal VGA 1:1 resolution
AXIS 212 PTZ is no ordinary PTZ. It’s
the only PTZ network camera
that provides full overview, and
instant, one-click pan/tilt/zoom
– with maintained sharp image
resolution. And it’s all done without
moving parts, so there’s no wear
and tear. In short, it’s a whole new
definition of PTZ.

FULL OVERVIEW
Conventional PTZ cameras allow the user to pan, tilt and
zoom, but not to see the whole video scene – just one portion
at a time. AXIS 212 PTZ gives the user the whole picture, then
allows instant pan/tilt/zoom to get the details.
NO MOVING PARTS
AXIS 212 PTZ achieves full overview as well as instant pan/
tilt/zoom without any moving parts, which means no wear
and tear. This unique feature is based on two determining
factors:
> A wide-angle lens combined with a 3 megapixel sensor
> Utilization of the full "windowing" possibilities:
the camera captures predetermined sections of the
overview without mechanical motion.
The advantages of no moving parts are considerable:
> No wear and tear – and a level of durability and
reliability far ahead of conventional PTZ.
> No noise – thus making the camera even more discreet.
> No way to tell where the camera is looking. In fact,
the camera seems to follow anyone on the premises.
> No delay for mechanical movement – enabling instant
pan/tilt/zoom, and thus no time lag in the images.
ADVANCED SECURITY AND
NETWORK MANAGEMENT
AXIS 212 PTZ offers the highest degree of security by using
multiple, password-protected user access levels, IP address
filtering, HTTPS encryption and IEEE 802.1X network access
control. With the appropriate access rights, video from
AXIS 212 PTZ can be accessed from any computer, anywhere,
at any time.
Support for IPv4 and IPv6 ensures that the camera can
operate on existing and future networks. IPv6, the successor
to IPv4, increases the number of available addresses
eliminating the need for network address translation and
simplifying configuration. Network utilization is optimized
with the support for Quality of Service (QoS), which enables
reservation of network capacity and prioritization of mission-
critical surveillance in a QoS-aware network.
The dotted lines show the limited area covered by conventional PTZ cameras.
If the man on the left was shoplifting, he would be out of view.
AXIS 212 PTZ lets you view the entire monitored area. There are no
hidden areas.
These distinguishing features make a unique combination:
3x zoom
BANDWIDTH SAVER
Another obvious advantage of VGA resolution combined with
enhanced image quality is lower requirements on bandwidth
and storage capacity. AXIS 212 PTZ is able to efficiently
"window" a specific portion of the 3 megapixel sensor grid. In
doing so, the camera filters out unnecessary information that
offloads your network and storage capacity, and lets you
capture a well-defined "image concentrate".
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET
Built-in Power over Ethernet enables power to
be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the network,
consolidating power for higher reliability as
well as further reducing cabling requirements
and installation costs.
EASY INSTALLATION
AXIS 212 PTZ is optimized for wall
mounting, but may also be mounted
on the ceiling. An adapter is provided
for angled mounting, so that when
positioned at a specific angle, the
camera can monitor a specific area
along a wall or corridor, for instance.
ANGLE ADAPTER FOR LEFT
AND RIGHT MOUNTING
The angled wall mount will help you
optimize the direction of the tunnel vision
so that no sensor space is wasted.
AXIS 212 PTZ Network Camera
A whole new definition of PTZ
A full 140° field of vision provides video of the entire monitored
area. Conventional PTZ cameras can view only one part of the
whole video scene at a time.
Zooming in from full overview to close-up is instant, in one-
step clicks. There’s no delayed reaction. Pan and tilt work in
the same instant way.
AXIS 212 PTZ is also unique in using a wide-angle lens and a
3 megapixel sensor to achieve PTZ functionality. No moving
parts are needed, which means no wear and tear.
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ maintains sharp images at all times.
AXIS 212 PTZ is perfect for indoor surveillance of premises
up to 150 m2/500ft2, such as shops, reception areas, banks,
server rooms and other places where you need to see the
whole area and have the possibility to zoom in for detailed
inspection and monitoring. Add powerful event management
functionalities such as pre- and post-alarm image buffering,
and you have a highly efficient video surveillance solution.
FULL OVERVIEW
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
NO MOVING PARTS
MAINTAINED RESOLUTION
PERFECT FOR INDOOR
VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
>
>
>
>
>
INSTANT PAN/TILT/ZOOM
The 3x zoom provides instant, one-click optical zoom func-
tionality. Consequently, from the overview image, a security
officer can zoom in 3 times on any suspicious behavior by
just clicking on the part of the image where it’s happening.
No other PTZ camera can zoom in instantly on off-centered
action. And since there is no movement in the lens system, the
camera instantly changes the field of view.
It’s this simple:
> Overview of the whole scene in perfect image quality
> Pan, tilt and zoom with one click
> Follow a visitor with one click
> Return to overview with one click
Whether in overview or fully zoomed in, you get perfect image quality in VGA
resolution. Zooming – the instant, one-click, 3x zoom – does not decrease the
image quality. Edges do not become jagged. More importantly, when you zoom
in on suspicious behavior, you increase your chances of being able to identify
what is happening and who is involved.
AXIS 212 PTZ also incorporates a number of other features that it shares with many other Axis network cameras:
BUILT-IN POWER OVER ETHERNET, SIMULTANEOUS MOTION JPEG AND MPEG-4, TWO-WAY AUDIO,
COMPREHENSIVE SET OF NETWORK SECURITY FEATURES, TAMPER-RESISTANT DESIGN, POWERFUL API, AND MORE.
ADVANCED VIDEO
AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
You can access live and recorded video at any time from
any computer anywhere. AXIS 212 PTZ supports AXIS
Camera Station video management software, offering all the
advanced capabilities you need: remote video monitoring,
recording and playback. It also lets you perform scheduled
event management, using its embedded features: video
motion detection, audio detection, inputs/output for
connecting additional devices such as external relays and
sensors to activate light or open/close doors. The pre- and
post-image alarm buffer further contributes to powerful
event management, by securing images just before and after
an alarm.
AXIS 212 PTZ includes the Axis Application Programming
Interface, AXIS VAPIXTM API, facilitating the development of
customized applications. It also ensures you benefit from the
widest available range of third party applications, available
via Axis Application Development Partners.
RESOLUTION –
SHARP AND MAINTAINED
Many cameras cannot deliver an overview with sharp
resolution, nor maintain resolution when zooming.
AXIS 212 PTZ can, because it has such outstanding image
resolution to start with.
180/360° degree cameras cover a bigger area, but at the expense of spreading
the amount of available pixels (resolution) over areas that are often of no
interest. With the AXIS 212 PTZ, you see everything you need to see, and the
image is sharper.
OVERVIEW – THE STARTING POINT
By having a full overview of 140° (pan), AXIS 212 PTZ
wastes no pixels. This means that the full image sensor
can be used for image quality purposes – and the difference
is astonishing.
IMAGE
SENSOR
LENS
140°
OVERSAMPLING
Oversampling is a technology that uses the advantages of a
high-resolution sensor (2048x1536 pixels) in its full format.
This means that, whether in full overview mode or when
zooming in, full 1:1 VGA resolution of 640x480 pixels is
maintained - resulting in a brighter image, more detail and
higher contrast.
SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY
AXIS 212 PTZ offers progressive scan and advanced signal
processing based on a 3 megapixel CMOS sensor.
3x zoom
1x zoom
When you zoom in 3 times, you obtain normal VGA 1:1 resolution
AXIS 212 PTZ is no ordinary PTZ. It’s
the only PTZ network camera
that provides full overview, and
instant, one-click pan/tilt/zoom
– with maintained sharp image
resolution. And it’s all done without
moving parts, so there’s no wear
and tear. In short, it’s a whole new
definition of PTZ.

Image sensor 3.1 Megapixel 1/2” progressive scan CMOS
Lens Fujinon, F1. 8, fixed iris
Focal length: 2.7 mm
Focus range: 0.2 m - infinity (from front of lens)
Angle of view Horizontal: 44° - 140°
Vertical: 35° - 105°
Zoom 3x, 0.1 sec from wide to tele
Min
illumination
10 lux wide mode
20 lux tele mode
Pan range ± 70° instant pan
Tilt range ± 52° instant tilt
Max speed 400°/second
Video
compression
Motion JPEG
MPEG-4 Part 2 (ISO/IEC 14496-2) with motion estimation
Profiles: Advanced Simple Profile and Simple Profile
Resolutions 9 resolutions from 640x480 to 160x120 via API
6 selections via configuration Web page
Frame rate Up to 30 frames per second in VGA (Motion JPEG and MPEG-4)
Video streaming Simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4
Controllable frame rate and bandwidth
Constant and variable bit rate (MPEG-4)
Image settings Compression levels: 100
Configurable color level, brightness, sharpness, white balance,
exposure control
Overlay capabilities: time, date, text
Pan/tilt/zoom 20 preset positions
Guard Tour
Sequence mode
Supports Windows compatible joysticks
Designed for continuous movement
Shutter time 1/5 s to 1/10000 s
Audio Half-duplex or simplex
Built-in microphone or external microphone/line input
Mono audio output (line level) connects to PA system or active
speaker with built-in amplifier
Audio compression: AAC LC 8-32 kbit/s, G.711 PCM 64 kbit/s,
G.726 ADPCM 32 or 24 kbit/s
Security Multiple user access levels with password protection,
IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption
IEEE 802.1X network access control
Users 20 simultaneous users
Unlimited number of users using multicast (MPEG-4)
Alarm
and event
management
Events triggered by built-in multi-window motion detection,
audio detection, external inputs or according to a schedule
Image upload over FTP, email and HTTP
Notification over TCP, email, HTTP and external output
Pre- and post alarm buffer of 9 MB (approx 5 min of 320x240
resolution video at 4 frames per sec)
Connectors Ethernet 10BaseT/100BaseTX, RJ-45
Mini DC power jack
Terminal block for 1 alarm input and 1 output
3.5 mm jack for Mic in (max 80 mVpp) or Line mono input
(max 6.4 Vpp)
3.5 mm jack for Line mono output (max 1.3 Vpp) to active
speaker
Casing Polycarbonate, tamper-resistant
Processors
and memory
CPU, video processing and compression: ARTPEC-A
RAM: 32 MB, Flash: 8 MB
Battery backed-up real-time clock
Power 4.9 - 5.1 V DC max 3.6 W, or Power over Ethernet (IEEE
802.3af) Class 1 (max 3.84 W)
Operating
conditions
5 - 40 °C (41 - 104 °F)
Humidity 20 - 80% RH (non-condensing)
Installation,
management
and
maintenance
AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and Web-based
configuration
Configuration of backup and restore
Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at
www.axis.com
Video access
from web
browser
Camera live view
Video recording to file (ASF)
Sequence tour capability for up to 20 PTZ presets or external
Axis video sources
Customizable HTML pages
Minimum
web browsing
requirements
Pentium III CPU 500 MHz or higher, or equivalent AMD
128 MB RAM
AGP graphic card 32 MB RAM, Direct Draw
Windows XP or 2000, DirectX 9.0 or later
Internet Explorer 6.x or later
For other operating systems and browsers see
www.axis.com/techsup
System
integration
support
Open API for software integration, including AXIS VAPIX API*,
AXIS Media Control SDK*, event trigger data in video stream
Quality of Service (QoS) Layer 3, DiffServ Model
Embedded Linux operating system
* Available at www.axis.com
Supported
protocols IPv4/v6, TCP, ICMP, ARP, RTSP, RTP, RTCP, UDP, IGMP, DHCP,
DNS, DynDNS, SOCKS, NTP, UPnP, Bonjour, HTTP, HTTPS,
SSL/TLS*, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), SMTP, FTP
More information on protocol usage available at www.axis.com
* This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for use
in the Open SSL Tool kit (www.openssl.org)
Included
accessories
Installation Guide
CD with installation and management tools, demo software
and User’s Manual
Mounting and connector kits, angled wall mount
Power supply PS-H 5.1 V DC
MPEG-4 decoder (Windows)
MPEG-4/AAC licenses (1 encoder, 1 decoder)
Video
management
software
(not incl.)
AXIS Camera Station - Surveillance application for viewing,
recording and archiving up to 25 cameras
See www.axis.com/partner/adp_partners.htm
for more software applications via partners
Accessories
(not incl.)
AXIS 295 Video Surveillance Joystick
MPEG-4/AAC decoder multi-user license pack
Approvals EN55022 Class B, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, VCCI Class B, ICES-003 Class B,
C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN60950
Power supply: UL, CSA
Dimensions
(HxWxD)
and weight
78 x 144 x 132 mm (3.0” x 5.6” x 5.2”)
Weight: 504 g (1.1 lbs)
29162/EN/R3/0705
www.axis.com
Market trends for cameras, particularly those
for use within security applications, indicate
a growing interest in PTZ network cameras, as
network video has made it possible to easily
manage cameras remotely with no extra cables.
Built-in Power over Ethernet further contributes to this
by enabling power to be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the
network, consolidating power for higher reliability as well as
further reducing cabling requirements and installation costs.
The lack of moving parts contributes to operating reliability
as well as resistance to tampering. Even though the camera
does not need to move to capture a full field of view, it gives
the impression of following anybody within its range. This
can be a significant security factor, as people tend to act
responsibly if they feel they’re being watched.
Simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams for
optimized quality and bandwidth usage together with pre-
and post-alarm image buffering, video motion detection,
scheduled and triggered event functionality with alarm
notification provide effective indoor monitoring. The built-
in two-way audio support enables remote users to not only
view, but also listen in on an area and communicate orders
or requests to visitors or intruders, thereby increasing the
monitoring options.
THE SECURITY
BENEFITS
PC with video
recording application
Record what you are
looking at or schedule
your recordings
PC
Easily connect to
the AXIS 212 PTZ via
a standard PC on the
network or the Internet
Axis video
surveillance joystick
All pan/tilt/zoom
functions in your hands
UPS
Secure power to the cameras
and recording system with an
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Relay
Use a relay to send alarms through the camera
or turn on the light after an alarm
Microphone
Record sound, listen
to what is happening,
activate an audio alarm
Loudspeaker
Give instructions, orders or
provide help by connecting
a loudspeaker to the camera
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
IP NETWORK
In short, this compact and
discreet camera is ideal for indoor
environments where you need an
overview and the possibility to
instantly pan, tilt and zoom for
detailed inspections. Add open
integration capacities, flexibility,
scalability and the added security
that comes with a reliable product
from a reliable supplier, and you
have the ideal solution for indoor
video surveillance.
Full overview and instant zoom – yet no moving parts
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
©2007 Axis Communications AB. The Axis trademark is registered by Axis AB. All other company names and products are trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective companies. We reserve the right to introduce modifications without prior notice.
AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA: A TYPICAL INSTALLATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA

Image sensor 3.1 Megapixel 1/2” progressive scan CMOS
Lens Fujinon, F1. 8, fixed iris
Focal length: 2.7 mm
Focus range: 0.2 m - infinity (from front of lens)
Angle of view Horizontal: 44° - 140°
Vertical: 35° - 105°
Zoom 3x, 0.1 sec from wide to tele
Min
illumination
10 lux wide mode
20 lux tele mode
Pan range ± 70° instant pan
Tilt range ± 52° instant tilt
Max speed 400°/second
Video
compression
Motion JPEG
MPEG-4 Part 2 (ISO/IEC 14496-2) with motion estimation
Profiles: Advanced Simple Profile and Simple Profile
Resolutions 9 resolutions from 640x480 to 160x120 via API
6 selections via configuration Web page
Frame rate Up to 30 frames per second in VGA (Motion JPEG and MPEG-4)
Video streaming Simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4
Controllable frame rate and bandwidth
Constant and variable bit rate (MPEG-4)
Image settings Compression levels: 100
Configurable color level, brightness, sharpness, white balance,
exposure control
Overlay capabilities: time, date, text
Pan/tilt/zoom 20 preset positions
Guard Tour
Sequence mode
Supports Windows compatible joysticks
Designed for continuous movement
Shutter time 1/5 s to 1/10000 s
Audio Half-duplex or simplex
Built-in microphone or external microphone/line input
Mono audio output (line level) connects to PA system or active
speaker with built-in amplifier
Audio compression: AAC LC 8-32 kbit/s, G.711 PCM 64 kbit/s,
G.726 ADPCM 32 or 24 kbit/s
Security Multiple user access levels with password protection,
IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption
IEEE 802.1X network access control
Users 20 simultaneous users
Unlimited number of users using multicast (MPEG-4)
Alarm
and event
management
Events triggered by built-in multi-window motion detection,
audio detection, external inputs or according to a schedule
Image upload over FTP, email and HTTP
Notification over TCP, email, HTTP and external output
Pre- and post alarm buffer of 9 MB (approx 5 min of 320x240
resolution video at 4 frames per sec)
Connectors Ethernet 10BaseT/100BaseTX, RJ-45
Mini DC power jack
Terminal block for 1 alarm input and 1 output
3.5 mm jack for Mic in (max 80 mVpp) or Line mono input
(max 6.4 Vpp)
3.5 mm jack for Line mono output (max 1.3 Vpp) to active
speaker
Casing Polycarbonate, tamper-resistant
Processors
and memory
CPU, video processing and compression: ARTPEC-A
RAM: 32 MB, Flash: 8 MB
Battery backed-up real-time clock
Power 4.9 - 5.1 V DC max 3.6 W, or Power over Ethernet (IEEE
802.3af) Class 1 (max 3.84 W)
Operating
conditions
5 - 40 °C (41 - 104 °F)
Humidity 20 - 80% RH (non-condensing)
Installation,
management
and
maintenance
AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and Web-based
configuration
Configuration of backup and restore
Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at
www.axis.com
Video access
from web
browser
Camera live view
Video recording to file (ASF)
Sequence tour capability for up to 20 PTZ presets or external
Axis video sources
Customizable HTML pages
Minimum
web browsing
requirements
Pentium III CPU 500 MHz or higher, or equivalent AMD
128 MB RAM
AGP graphic card 32 MB RAM, Direct Draw
Windows XP or 2000, DirectX 9.0 or later
Internet Explorer 6.x or later
For other operating systems and browsers see
www.axis.com/techsup
System
integration
support
Open API for software integration, including AXIS VAPIX API*,
AXIS Media Control SDK*, event trigger data in video stream
Quality of Service (QoS) Layer 3, DiffServ Model
Embedded Linux operating system
* Available at www.axis.com
Supported
protocols IPv4/v6, TCP, ICMP, ARP, RTSP, RTP, RTCP, UDP, IGMP, DHCP,
DNS, DynDNS, SOCKS, NTP, UPnP, Bonjour, HTTP, HTTPS,
SSL/TLS*, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), SMTP, FTP
More information on protocol usage available at www.axis.com
* This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for use
in the Open SSL Tool kit (www.openssl.org)
Included
accessories
Installation Guide
CD with installation and management tools, demo software
and User’s Manual
Mounting and connector kits, angled wall mount
Power supply PS-H 5.1 V DC
MPEG-4 decoder (Windows)
MPEG-4/AAC licenses (1 encoder, 1 decoder)
Video
management
software
(not incl.)
AXIS Camera Station - Surveillance application for viewing,
recording and archiving up to 25 cameras
See www.axis.com/partner/adp_partners.htm
for more software applications via partners
Accessories
(not incl.)
AXIS 295 Video Surveillance Joystick
MPEG-4/AAC decoder multi-user license pack
Approvals EN55022 Class B, EN55024, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3,
FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, VCCI Class B, ICES-003 Class B,
C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN60950
Power supply: UL, CSA
Dimensions
(HxWxD)
and weight
78 x 144 x 132 mm (3.0” x 5.6” x 5.2”)
Weight: 504 g (1.1 lbs)
29162/EN/R3/0705
www.axis.com
Market trends for cameras, particularly those
for use within security applications, indicate
a growing interest in PTZ network cameras, as
network video has made it possible to easily
manage cameras remotely with no extra cables.
Built-in Power over Ethernet further contributes to this
by enabling power to be delivered to AXIS 212 PTZ via the
network, consolidating power for higher reliability as well as
further reducing cabling requirements and installation costs.
The lack of moving parts contributes to operating reliability
as well as resistance to tampering. Even though the camera
does not need to move to capture a full field of view, it gives
the impression of following anybody within its range. This
can be a significant security factor, as people tend to act
responsibly if they feel they’re being watched.
Simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG video streams for
optimized quality and bandwidth usage together with pre-
and post-alarm image buffering, video motion detection,
scheduled and triggered event functionality with alarm
notification provide effective indoor monitoring. The built-
in two-way audio support enables remote users to not only
view, but also listen in on an area and communicate orders
or requests to visitors or intruders, thereby increasing the
monitoring options.
THE SECURITY
BENEFITS
PC with video
recording application
Record what you are
looking at or schedule
your recordings
PC
Easily connect to
the AXIS 212 PTZ via
a standard PC on the
network or the Internet
Axis video
surveillance joystick
All pan/tilt/zoom
functions in your hands
UPS
Secure power to the cameras
and recording system with an
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Relay
Use a relay to send alarms through the camera
or turn on the light after an alarm
Microphone
Record sound, listen
to what is happening,
activate an audio alarm
Loudspeaker
Give instructions, orders or
provide help by connecting
a loudspeaker to the camera
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
IP NETWORK
In short, this compact and
discreet camera is ideal for indoor
environments where you need an
overview and the possibility to
instantly pan, tilt and zoom for
detailed inspections. Add open
integration capacities, flexibility,
scalability and the added security
that comes with a reliable product
from a reliable supplier, and you
have the ideal solution for indoor
video surveillance.
Full overview and instant zoom – yet no moving parts
AXIS 212 PTZ
Network Camera
©2007 Axis Communications AB. The Axis trademark is registered by Axis AB. All other company names and products are trademarks
or registered trademarks of their respective companies. We reserve the right to introduce modifications without prior notice.
AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA: A TYPICAL INSTALLATION
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - AXIS 212 PTZ NETWORK CAMERA