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Axis Camera Station 3.0 Released
Axis have released the latest version of their IP camera recording software Axis Camera Station with a raft of improvements and new features.
AXIS Camera Station 3.0 features an improved user interface and support for H.264 video compression standard. The new offering is part of Axis’ new generation network video products that take full advantage of their in-house developed ARTPEC-3 chip. The new product generation incorporates the H.264 video compression standard, which gives improved image quality, simplified deployment and management of large systems and better cost-efficiency.
No commentsNetwork Webcams wins Axis Growth Award 2007
Network Webcams has won the Best Growth Award from Axis, the global market leader in network video.
No commentsAxis 209FD-R - Outdoor Capability?
Whilst speaking to a customer on the phone recently I was asked whether the Axis 209FD-R is suitable for outdoor use.
Axis describes the camera as being able to “withstand vibrations, humidity, dust and temperature fluctuations”. The camera is also IP66 approved.
It may come as a surprise then that neither Axis, nor we at Network Webcams, recommend using the Axis 209FD-R outdoors. Sure it will deal with wind, rain and the occasional sub zero temperature but its downfall lies within its lens.
The Axis 209FD-R uses a fixed iris lens. This means it will struggle to deal with changing light conditions, hence making it fairly useless when you take it outdoors.
Incidentally, Axis has recently launched a megapixel version of the Axis 209FD-R with the unsurprising model name of Axis 209MFD. This is now available to buy from Network Webcams and will shortly be added to our online store, if you would like any further information in the meantime please give us a call on 0151 633 2111.
No commentsHOWTO: Factory Reset Axis 206/7 IP Cameras
This is a small HOWTO: guide which will help you reset your Axis 206/7 IP camera should you forget the password and find yourself unable to connect.
This guide will be suitable for the following cameras:
No commentsAxis 3-Year Limited Hardware Warranty
3 Year Warranty
Did you know that almost all of the Axis cameras and network video products we sell through our online store come with a three year warranty? This covers all Axis network video products with the exception of their entry-level models, the Axis 206 and Axis 207(W/MW). These come with a one year warranty.
This increase in warranty came into affect from the 15th March 2007 and applies to purchases made from 1st January 2007.
“Axis specializes in professional, network video solutions and this extended warranty coverage—which is provided at no additional cost to our customers—strengthens the value of our offering to the professional market. The new warranty provides end users, systems integrators and resellers with secure, trouble-free ownership and better control of total costs.” - Anders Laurin, Axis’ executive vice president of corporate strategy.
The warranty covers defects in workmanship and materials for a period of three years from the date of purchase. If you have any problem with an Axis camera you purchased from Network Webcams then just contact us on 0151 633 2111 and we will facilitate its return on your behalf at no cost.
More details
Axis three year warranty - press release 15.3.2007
Warranty Information (PDF 37.5KB)
No commentsOn Test: Axis 211W Outdoor Bundle
Look, No Wires!
Recently launched by Axis, the new variant of their Axis 211 model fills a gaping hole in the IP camera market by offering true native wireless connectivity both indoors and outdoors. The Axis 211W when bought as an outdoor bundle includes both an indoor wireless antenna and a large outdoor wireless antenna to give a wide range of installation possibilities.
Wireless outdoor cameras are something we get asked for on a regular basis and until now it’s not been achievable with ease, so it’s with excitement that we take a closer look at the Axis 211W and see if the wireless connectivity is worth all the fuss…
2 commentsHOWTO: Send images by email when motion is detected in your Axis network camera
We get asked this a lot as it’s one of the most popular features of network cameras when purchased with home security in mind. It’s fair to say that every camera we sell supports the function of image transfer based on a triggered alarm but this HOWTO: guide will focus on how to set this up, step-by-step, in your Axis network camera. Read more
8 commentsHOWTO: Register your camera with Axiscam.net
We’ve been asked about this many times so here is the complete guide to setting up your Axis IP camera or video server with its very own ‘Axiscam.net’ domain name.
First of all, what is ‘Axiscam.net’? Well, it’s all about accessing your camera from another location across the internet. The beauty of IP cameras is that you can connect to them from anywhere in the world, but in order to do so you must know the address to type into your browser. This is known as your ‘Public IP Address’.
Public IP Address
This address is given to you by your Internet Service Provider (ISP). So if you have your broadband with BT then BT will allocate you a public IP address from their pool and this will become your personal public IP address, or internet address.
The downsides
Sounds easy enough, but there are two major downsides. Firstly, a public IP address is not something we can easily remember as it consists entirely of numbers. An example of a public IP address is ‘http://216.239.59.104′ which is actually the same as typing in ‘http://www.google.co.uk’ into your browser. I know which I find easier to remember…
Worst still is that a regular domestic broadband account will generally be on a ‘dynamic’ public IP address. This means that if you do manage to remember your IP address, chances are it will change the next time you try to use it!
The Solution
The solution is to use a Dynamic DNS service which is exactly what ‘Axiscam.net’ is. Read more
7 commentsOn Test: Axis 211M
The Axis 211 is one of our popular cameras, especially for those who were looking for a simple, cost-effective solution for outdoor monitoring.
It makes us glad then that Axis have developed a megapixel version, the Axis 211M. We’ve had one in for testing so lets take a look at it…
No commentsAxis 215 PTZ Network Camera
Axis has recently announced the launch of their new PTZ dome camera, the Axis 215.
This pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) camera features a compact, tamper-proof design and automatic day/night switching making this camera ideal for indoor security applications such as banks, shops, reception areas etc.
Using a clever feature known as ‘E-Flip’, an Axis 215 offers a full 360 degree pan and 180 degree tilt. For example, if you were tracking a person walking under the camera, at the point directly underneath where most dome cameras would stop, this camera will flip the image 180 degrees automatically and keep moving. This eliminates any camera blind spots and coupled with a modest 12x zoom always allows you to successfully follow a moving target in great detail.
Advanced features include 2-way audio communication, powerful event management such as events based on schedules, sensor inputs or motion detection and superior image quality using simultaneous MPEG-4 and Motion JPEG technologies pushing out streams at 30fps up to a maximum resolution of 768×576 pixels.
We think the camera is going to be very popular, especially with small businesses looking for a great security solution to match their needs and we’re looking forward to taking a closer look at one in due course.
For more information visit www.axis.com
For our network camera store please visit www.networkwebcams.com
1 commentNetwork Webcams Staff Hold off Battling Axis Team
Let no-one ever say Karting is for kids! After two hours of high-adrenaline endurance karting at Daytona Motorsport in Manchester, a team from Network Webcams Limited held off a plucky Axis Communications team to take the checkered flag in record time!
Ok, so it wasn’t record time and Axis did beat our second team, but we did pretty well. A triumph for the little guy, or a major spot of luck, you take your pick.
We’d like to thank Steve, Nick and Simon at Axis Communications for putting up a good fight and for the opportunity to prove that not only do we work hard, we play hard too. And congratulations to all Network Webcams Ltd staff who took part. Hopefully the blisters, bruises, cuts & scratches have disappeared by now.
So, any one else want to take us on?
No commentsOn Test - AXIS 295 Surveillance Joystick
Of course every AXIS camera can be controlled through a browser using standard mouse and keyboard control but AXIS do offer an alternative…
The AXIS 295 Suveillance Joystick
The AXIS 295 Surveillance Joystick is a unique way of controlling your AXIS PTZ or Dome network cameras, replacing traditional mouse and keyboard input.
Built from rugged plastic the joystick is fairly large without being overbearing. It has large resting areas for your hands (on either side to support left or right handed users) and it feels very comfortable to use. The stick itself has a steel shaft, seems extremely robust and built to a high standard with a good tactile feel.
The Joystick features analogue control in all directions with the stick, analogue twist control on the handle, allowing you to zoom in and out and 12 programmable switched buttons, 10 on the base unit and two on the handle.
No commentsImportant Warranty Information For All Axis Network Video Customers
AXIS INCREASES WARRANTY COVER FROM 1 TO 3 YEARS
Axis Communications announced on March 15th that it has increased the warranty period on its network video products from 1 to 3 years. The new, three-year hardware warranty applies to purchases made from January 1, 2007 and onwards. It is applicable to all Axis network video products except for the Axis 206 and Axis 207/207W/207MW network Cameras.
1 commentHOWTO: Set up your Axis 207W network camera to work on your wireless network
One of the many benefits of the Axis 207W is its ability to work in a wireless network, giving its owner the freedom of placing the camera in a number of discreet locations with no nasty cables to trip over.
If you have found yourself struggling to set up your camera wirelessly, then let our guide be your path to wireless success. Read more
22 commentsHOWTO: Set up scheduled FTP events in your Axis 207 network camera
From the setup pages in your Axis 207 camera you may be forgiven for thinking that it’s only capable of sending images by email based on motion detection, but can it send a constant stream of images to a server using FTP? Well, yes it can, it’s just a little trickier to achieve but we are here to help. Read more
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At the end of 2006 Swedish manufacturer Axis announced the launch of the Axis 223M Network Camera - the first IP camera on the market with 2 Megapixel image resolution and day/night switching for 24 hour surveillance.
