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  • Page 1 AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E Network Camera User’s Manual...

  • Page 2: About This Document

    About This Document Safety Notice - Battery Replacement The AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E uses a 3.0V CR2032 Lithium battery as This manual is intended for administrators and users of the AXIS 215 PTZ/ the power supply for its internal real-time clock (RTC). This battery will, AXIS 215 PTZ-E Network Camera, and is applicable for software release 4.49.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Ports & Devices - I/O Ports (for AXIS 215 PTZ only) ......

  • Page 4: Accessing The Camera

    Note: To view streaming video in Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows, you must set your browser to allow the AXIS Media Control (AMC; see page 9) to be installed on your computer. The first time an MPEG-4 video stream is accessed, AMC also installs an MPEG-4 decoder for viewing the video stream.

  • Page 5: The Live View Page

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Accessing the camera The Live View page The following provides an overview of each button on the Live View page. Depending on how the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E has been customized, some or all of the following buttons will be displayed: The Video Format drop-down list allows the video format in the Live View page to be temporarily changed.
  • Page 6 The Snapshot button takes a snapshot of the currently displayed image. The Snapshot function and the target directory for saving snapshots can be configured from AMC (AXIS Media Control), which is available from the Windows Control Panel (Internet Explorer for Windows only).
  • Page 7 Only one user can use the Pan/Tilt/Zoom controls at any one time. When multiple users are accessing the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E’s Live View page, they can be placed in the PTZ control queue and assigned a set period of time during which they have the use of the PTZ controls. Use the buttons to request or release control of the PTZ controls.

  • Page 8: Video And Audio Streams

    Notes: • MPEG-4 is licensed technology. The AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E includes one viewing client license. Installing additional unlicensed copies of the viewing client is prohibited. To purchase additional licenses, contact your Axis reseller.

  • Page 9: How To Stream Mpeg-4

    Video/images from the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E can also be accessed in the following ways: • If supported by the client, the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E can use Motion JPEG server push to dis- play video. This option maintains an open HTTP connection to the browser and sends data as and when required, for as long as required.

  • Page 10: Other Mpeg-4 Clients

    Other MPEG-4 clients Although it may be possible to use other clients to view the MPEG-4 stream, this is not guaranteed by Axis. For some other clients, such as QuickTime™ the Video Object Type must be set to Simple. It may also be necessary to adjust the advanced MPEG-4 settings.

  • Page 11: Setup

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Setup Setup The AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E is configured from the setup link in your web interface. The menus that appear can be used by: • administrators, who have unrestricted access to all the Setup tools •...

  • Page 12: Color Setting

    • Color setting Notes: •All configuration of images and overlays will affect the performance of the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, depending on the usage and the available bandwidth. Please keep in mind the following when changing the image settings: •...

  • Page 13: Overlay Image

    Follow these instructions to upload and use an overlay image: 1. Go to Setup > Video & Image > Overlay Image. 2. To upload the image to the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, click the Browse button and locate it on your computer or server.
  • Page 14 White balance - This is used to always try to make the colors in the image appear the same, to compensate for the different colors present in different light sources. The AXIS 215 PTZ Network Camera can be set to automatically identify the light source used and compensate for its color. Alternatively, the type of light source can be set manually.
  • Page 15 • Simple - This sets the video coding type to H.263, as used by e.g. QuickTime. • Advanced Simple - Sets the video coding type to MPEG-4 part 2, as used by e.g. AMC (AXIS Media Control). This is the recommended setting.

  • Page 16: Mjpeg Settings

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Setup Note: GOV = Group of VOPs VOP = Video Object Plane Video Object Plane = image Bit Rate Control Limiting the maximum bit rate is a good way of controlling the bandwidth used by the MPEG-4 video stream.
  • Page 17 Simplex - Network Camera microphone only mode transmits audio from the microphone connected to the AXIS 215 PTZ to any web clients. It will not receive audio from any other web clients. This can be used in remote monitoring, web attractions etc., to provide live audio, as well as video, of a monitored situation.
  • Page 18 Alarm level - event types in the AXIS 215 PTZ can be set to use this level as a trigger. Each individual event type can be configured to trigger if the sound level rises above or falls below the set value.
  • Page 19 AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Setup Advanced Audio Settings (AXIS 215 PTZ only) The Advanced Audio settings allow you to tune the external microphone connected to the AXIS 215 PTZ to suit your environment. Enable speech filter improves the sound quality when the microphone is placed close to the person talking and can also help reduce background noise.

  • Page 20: Live View Config

    Custom Settings Upload Own Web Files Your own web files, background picture, color must first be uploaded to the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E in order to be available for selection. Once uploaded, the files are shown in the drop-down list.
  • Page 21 OK. Note: You can also add live video from the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E to your own web site. For further information, please refer to HTML Examples, on page 22.

  • Page 22: Html Examples

    For more information on the the VAPIX® API, see the Support / Developer pages on the Axis Website at http://www.axis.com Output Buttons (AXIS 215 PTZ only) - these buttons can be used to manually start and stop an event from the Live View page, e.g. switch a light on/off: •...

  • Page 23: Ptz Configuration

    OSDI Zone in the Image text. Advanced Limits Define the pan, tilt and zoom limits for the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E. Movements to the left and right, up and down can be restricted to narrow the area under surveillance. Note: The image is automatically flipped over (E-flip) e.g.

  • Page 24: Control Queue

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Setup Auto-flip - the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E will simulate continuous pan movement in the same direction, i.e. the camera will pan the full 360 degrees, even though there is a mechanical stop at ±170 degrees.

  • Page 25: Event Config

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E can be configured to perform certain actions when certain types of events occur. Event Type A set of parameters describing how and when the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E is to perform certain actions Triggered Event page 26 the circumstances that start an event e.g.

  • Page 26: Event Types

    5. Select the trigger alternative from the Triggered by... drop-down list, e.g. on restart. 6. Set the When Triggered... parameters i.e. set what the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E is to do if motion is detected, e.g. upload images to an FTP server or send an e-mail.

  • Page 27: Motion Detection

    A Scheduled event can be activated at pre-set times, in a repeating pattern on selected weekdays. How to set up a scheduled event This example describes how to set the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E to send an email notification with saved images from a set time: 1.

  • Page 28: Port Status (Axis 215 Ptz Only)

    Port Status (AXIS 215 PTZ only) Under Event Configuration > Port Status there is a list that shows the status for the connected inputs and outputs of the AXIS 215 PTZ for the benefit of the Operator who cannot access the System Options section. Example: If the Normal state for a push button connected to an input is set to Inactive - as long as the button is not pushed, the state is inactive.

  • Page 29: System Options

    IP Address Filter Enable IP Address Filtering - to allow or deny access to the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, check the box Enable IP address filtering. Once enabled, the IP addresses in the list will be allowed or denied access according to the choice made in the drop-down list Allow/Deny the following IP addresses.

  • Page 30: Date & Time

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - System Options Certificate - to use HTTPS for communication with the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, a Certificate must be created using one of the following methods: • A self-signed certificate can be created in the network camera, but this does not guarantee the same level of security as an official certificate.

  • Page 31: Network

    • Synchronize with computer time - sets the time from the clock on your computer. • Synchronize with NTP Server - the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E will obtain the time from an NTP server every 60 minutes. Specify the NTP server's IP address or host name.
  • Page 32 Use the following DNS server address - enter the desired DNS server by specifying the following: • Domain name - enter the domain(s) to search for the host name used by the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E. Multiple domains can be separated by semicolons (;). The host name is always the first part of a Fully Qualified Domain Name, e.g.

  • Page 33: Qos Dscp Settings

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - System Options FTP - The FTP server running in the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E enables the upload of e.g. new firmware, user applications, etc. Check the box to enable the service. RTSP - The RTSP protocol allows a connecting client to start an MPEG-4 stream. Enter the RTSP port number to use.

  • Page 34: Ports & Devices - I/O Ports (For Axis 215 Ptz Only)

    For more information refer to the online help UPnP The AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E includes support for UPnP in Windows Millennium and Windows XP. UPnP is enabled by default. Note: UPnP must be installed on your workstation.

  • Page 35: Maintenance

    • Default - the Factory default button should be used with caution. Pressing this button will reset all of the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E's settings to the factory default values (including the IP address). PTZ Status - click the Test button to check the pan, tilt, zoom mechanics and camera for errors. If you receive an error message as the result of this test, contact Axis Customer Services at www.axis.com/techsup...

  • Page 36: Support

    Many of the captions are also links to the proper Setup page to conveniently make adjustments in the camera’s settings. Support - Logs & Reports - when contacting Axis support, please be sure to provide all relevant information: Logs - the Log report including all log information Reports - the Server Report and Parameter List provide valuable information for troubleshooting, be sure to include the server report when contacting Axis’...

  • Page 37: Resetting To Factory Default Settings

    Resetting to Factory Default Settings To reset the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E to the original default settings, go to the System Options > Maintenance web page (described in Maintenance, on page 35) or use the Reset button on the AXIS 215...

  • Page 38: Unit Connectors

    Pin number Notes Specifications Ground 12V DC Can be used to power auxiliary equipment. Note that the AXIS 215 PTZ itself Max load = 100mA Power cannot be powered via the I/O terminal connector. Digital Connect to GND to activate, or leave floating (or unconnected) to deactivate.

  • Page 39: Connection Diagram

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Connection diagram Power connector - Mini DC connector 12V DC max 11.5W. See product label for connection. ±5%, ± Audio in - 3.5mm input for a mono microphone, or a line-in mono signal (left channel is used from a stereo signal).

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    Axis Communications. • After starting the process, you should always wait at least 20 minutes before restarting the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, even if you suspect the procedure has failed.

  • Page 41: Customer Services

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Troubleshooting Customer Services If you contact the Axis support desk, please help us help you resolve your problems expediently by providing a server report, log file and a brief description of the problem. Server Report - go to Setup > System Options > Support Overview. The server report contains important information about the server and its software, as well as a list of the current parameters.
  • Page 42 The AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E cannot be accessed from a browser The IP address has been changed by 1) Move the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E to an isolated network or to one with no DHCP or BOOTP server. Set the IP DHCP address again, using the ARP Ping command.
  • Page 43 Click the PTZ Status - Test button under System Options > Maintenance to check the pan, tilt, zoom mechanics and problem with pan, tilt, zoom mechanics camera for errors. If you receive an error message as the result of this test, contact Axis Customer Services at www.axis.com/techsup For additional assistance, please contact your reseller or check the product’s support pages on the Axis...

  • Page 44: Technical Specifications

    Backlight compensation Pan/tilt/zoom Auto-flip E-flip 20 preset positions Sequence mode Control queue Image freeze Supports Windows compatible joysticks Designed for operator control* *Not designed for continuous PTZ movements e.g. Guard tour. For continuous movement, please see Axis network dome offering...
  • Page 45 Power AXIS 215 PTZ: 12VDC ± 5%, max 14.5W AXIS 215 PTZ-E: 100 – 230 V AC, 1.1 A at 110 V AC, 0.6 A at 230 V AC Pre-installed 5 m (16.4 ft.) power cable without mains plug Operating conditions AXIS 215 PTZ •...
  • Page 46 AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Technical Specifications Item Specification System integration support • Open API for application integration, including AXIS VAPIX API*, AXIS Media Control SDK*, event trigger data in video stream • Quality of Service (QoS) Layer 3, DiffServ Model •...

  • Page 47: File Sizes

    • Access by large number of audio clients using full-duplex mode. Bandwidth affected. Optimizing your system To see the bandwidth and frame rate currently required by the video stream, the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E provides a tool that can be used to display these values directly in the video image.

  • Page 48: Frame Rates - Motion Jpeg

    The following test results show the frame rates in frames/second (fps) for Motion JPEG streams from the AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E, using a compression level of 50%. Note that these values are guidelines only - actual values may vary.
  • Page 49 AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Technical Specifications For MPEG-4, if there is only limited bandwidth available, and if this is more important than the image quality, using a constant bit rate (CBR) is recommended. Use a variable bit rate (VBR) if the image quality needs to be maintained at a higher level.

  • Page 50: Glossary Of Terms

    MAC address for an IP address. analog format. A codec uses analog-to-digital conversion and digital-to-analog conversion in the same chip. ARTPEC (Axis Real Time Picture Encoder) - This chip is used for image compression. Codec can also mean compression/decompression, in which case it is...
  • Page 51 AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Glossary of Terms firewall can be software running on a computer, or it can be a bytes) of an image. Two of the most common compressed image formats standalone hardware device. are JPEG and GIF.
  • Page 52 AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Glossary of Terms Monitor - A monitor is very similar to a standard television set, but This is very useful for IP-Surveillance and remote monitoring lacks the electronics to pick up regular television signals.
  • Page 53 AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Glossary of Terms a starting point for negotiating transports such as RTP, multicast and TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) - TCP is used along with the Unicast, and for negotiating codecs. Internet Protocol (IP) to transmit data as packets between computers over the network.
  • Page 54 AXIS 215 PTZ/ AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Glossary of Terms WINS (Windows Internet Naming Service) - Part of the Microsoft Windows NT Server, WINS manages the association of workstation names and locations with IP addresses, without the user or administrator having to be involved in each configuration change.

  • Page 55: Index

    AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Index Index File Sizes (PAL) 47 Frame rates 13, 48 FTP Server 25 802.1x 30 Full duplex 17 Accessing the video stream 9 Half duplex 17 Action 25 Host Name 32 Action Buttons 21...
  • Page 56 AXIS 215 PTZ/AXIS 215 PTZ-E - Index Push to talk 17 QoS 33 Referrals 29 Reset Button 37 Restart 35 Restore 35 RTP (multicast) 34 Scheduled Event 25, 27 Security 29 Security/Users 29 Sequence Mode 5 Services 31 Setup 11...

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