Axis M1045-LW - User Manual

AXISM1045-LWNetworkCamera
UserManual

Summary

Get started

Connect the camera to a wireless network

Steps to connect the camera to a wireless network using WPS or manual configuration.

Configure the wireless network manually

Manual steps to connect the camera to a wireless network using SSID and password.

Find the device on the network

Methods and tools to locate the Axis device on the network.

Access the device

Instructions on how to access the camera's live view and interface via a browser.

Set a new password for the root account

Guidance on setting a secure root password for the device.

Secure passwords

Recommendations and best practices for creating and managing strong passwords.

Additional settings

Adjust the image

View and record video

Instructions on how to view live video streams and configure video recording.

Set up rules and alerts

Guide on creating rules for event triggers and automated actions.

Record video when the camera detects motion

Advanced wireless settings

Learn more

Troubleshooting

Reset to factory default settings

Procedure for resetting the device to its original factory default configuration.

Upgrade the firmware

Technical issues, clues and solutions

Problems setting the IP address

The device cannot be accessed from a browser

Solutions for issues preventing access to the device's web interface.

Problems with streaming

Performance considerations

Specifications

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Usage Features
3. Maintenance Features

The AXIS M1045-LW Network Camera is a versatile surveillance device designed for both indoor and outdoor monitoring, offering a range of features to ensure effective video capture and network integration. Its primary function is to provide high-quality video surveillance, with capabilities for both live viewing and recording, making it suitable for various security applications.

Function Description:

The camera captures video streams and can be connected to a network either wirelessly or via an Ethernet cable. It supports different video compression formats, including Motion JPEG, H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC), and H.265 (MPEG-H Part 2/HEVC), allowing users to balance image quality with bandwidth and storage requirements. The device is equipped with an IR LED for improved visibility in low-light conditions, enhancing its utility for 24/7 surveillance. A focus lock ring and focus ring enable precise adjustment of the camera's focus, ensuring clear images. The camera also features Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology, which helps to handle scenes with strong backlighting by making both dark and bright areas of an image visible, thus preventing overexposure or underexposure in challenging lighting environments.

Usage Features:

Getting started with the AXIS M1045-LW involves connecting it to a network. For wireless connectivity, the camera supports push-button configuration (PBC) with compatible wireless access points, simplifying the pairing process. Alternatively, users can manually configure wireless network settings, including selecting the network and entering the password. The camera supports various security methods, including WPA-/WPA2-PSK for smaller networks and WPA-/WPA2-Enterprise (with EAP-TLS or EAP-PEAP/MSCHAPv2) for larger, more secure corporate environments, ensuring robust network protection.

Once connected, the camera can be accessed via a web browser, providing a live view of the monitored area. The web interface allows users to adjust image settings, such as focus and WDR, to optimize video quality for specific environments. Users can also configure rules and alerts to automate actions based on detected events. For instance, the camera can be set to record video to an SD card or network storage when motion is detected using AXIS Video Motion Detection. This feature includes prebuffer and postbuffer settings to capture events leading up to and following the detection.

The device offers bitrate control options, including Variable Bitrate (VBR) and Maximum Bitrate (MBR), to manage bandwidth consumption. VBR adjusts bandwidth based on scene activity to maintain constant image quality, while MBR allows users to set a target bitrate to handle system limitations, prioritizing either image quality or frame rate.

The AXIS M1045-LW also supports the AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP), an open platform that enables the integration of third-party analytics and other applications, expanding the camera's functionality beyond basic surveillance.

Maintenance Features:

Maintenance of the AXIS M1045-LW includes several features designed to ensure its continuous and optimal operation. The device has a Status LED that provides visual feedback on its operational status, indicating connection, normal operation, startup, firmware upgrade, reset to factory default, and network connection issues. This LED can also be configured to flash during active events.

For troubleshooting, the camera offers a factory default reset option, which can be initiated by pressing and holding the control button during power-up. This feature is crucial for resolving configuration issues or when the administrator password is lost. The device also allows users to check and upgrade its firmware through the web interface. Firmware upgrades are important for accessing the latest features, improvements, and security patches. The system is designed to retain preconfigured and customized settings during firmware upgrades, though this is not always guaranteed.

The camera includes an SD card slot for local storage of recordings. Users are advised to handle the SD card with care, avoiding sharp tools or excessive force, and to unmount it from the product's webpage before removal to prevent data loss or corruption.

The device's network connector (RJ45 Ethernet) and power connector (microUSB type B) are standard, facilitating easy connection and power supply. The WLAN pairing button simplifies the initial setup for wireless connections.

Performance considerations are also part of maintenance, as various factors can affect the camera's performance, including image resolution, compression levels, GUI rotation, the number of simultaneous clients, different stream types, event settings, HTTPS usage, network utilization, and client computer performance. Users are encouraged to optimize these settings to maintain desired frame rates and bandwidth.

Axis M1045-LW Specifications