Axis introduces compact, video encoder with Power over Ethernet for discreet video surveillance

LUND, Sweden. – (March 26, 2007) – Axis Communications today introduced the ultra-compact AXIS 247S Video Server that is designed for discreet or space-restrictive video surveillance applications providing added value for locations such as stores, banks, and government buildings. The high performance AXIS 247S makes installations easy since it receives power through the same Ethernet cable as for data and can further supply power to the attached analog camera, thus eliminating the need for power outlets.

“The AXIS 247S provides a compact and flexible solution that integrates a miniature or standard analog camera into a high performance, IP-based video surveillance system,” said Anders Laurin, Axis’ executive vice president of corporate strategy. “This enables analog camera users to take advantage of all the benefits that digital technology offers.”

The AXIS 247S converts an analog video stream into high quality, full frame rate digital video. The video encoder can deliver Motion JPEG and advanced MPEG-4 streams simultaneously, providing the ability to optimize for both image quality and bandwidth. It also provides video motion detection, one-way audio for listening in on an area, and audio detection alarm.

Given the encoder’s small size and support for Power over Ethernet (PoE), relocating and setting up surveillance is quick and easy. Positioning the AXIS 247S close to an analog camera also eliminates the loss in image quality that would occur if video were to be transferred over long distances through a coaxial cable instead of an IP network.

Axis video encoders offer the market’s most comprehensive set of network capabilities, optimizing the network video solution for security, efficiency and manageability. An example is the IPv6 support, which insures against the growing shortage of IPv4 addresses and eliminates problems with static IP address allocation.

The AXIS 247S is supported by the industry’s largest base of application software through the Axis Application Development Partner program, as well as the AXIS Camera Station video management software. The product is available through Axis’ distribution channels in early Q2 2007.

About Axis
Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms.

Axis is a Swedish-based company, operating worldwide with offices in 18 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the Nordic List, Mid Cap and Information Technology exchanges. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.