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Axis M3204 User Manual

Axis M3204
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Axis M3204 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Maximum resolution1280 x 800 pixels
Video formats supportedH.264
Pan range0 - 360 °
Tilt angle range0 - 170 °
Angle of rotation340 °
Camera shutter speed1/24500 - 1/6 s
Minimum illumination0.9 lx
Sensor typeCMOS
Optical sensor size1/4 \
Focal length range2.8 - 10 mm
Video motion detectionYes
Supported network protocolsIPv4/v6, HTTP, HTTPS, QoS Layer 3 DiffServ, FTP, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP, SNMPv1/v2c/v3(MIB-II), DNS, DynDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMP, RTCP, ICMP, DHCP, ARP, SOCKS
Power source typePoE
Power consumption (typical)4.2 W
Dimensions (WxDxH)144 x 132 x 94 mm
CertificationEN 55022 Class B, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3, EN 55024, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, ICES-003 Class B, VCCI Class B, C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN 60950-1, KCC Class B
Processor modelARTPEC-3
Flash memory128 MB
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 50 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)20 - 80 %
Form factorDome
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Weight580 g

Summary

Hardware Overview

Connectors and Buttons

Identifies physical connection points and control elements on the device.

Network Connector

Details the RJ45 Ethernet connector with Power over Ethernet (PoE) capabilities.

Control Button

Explains the functions of the physical control button for reset and connection.

LED Indicators

Describes the meaning of different LED colors and states for status indication.

Accessing the Product

Access from a Browser

Instructions for accessing the product's interface via a web browser.

Access from the Internet

Guidance on making the product accessible remotely via the internet.

Set the Root Password

Procedure for establishing the initial administrator password for security.

Set Power Line Frequency

Configuration of power line frequency to prevent image flicker in fluorescent lighting.

The Live View Page

Overview of the live video display interface and its controls.

Controls on the Live View Page

Details on interactive elements available on the live video stream page.

Manual Trigger

How to manually trigger action rules from the live view interface for testing.

AXIS Media Control viewer toolbar

Description of buttons and functions within the AMC viewer toolbar.

PTZ Controls

Explanation of Pan, Tilt, and Zoom controls for camera positioning.

Media Streams

How to Stream H.264

Methods and protocols for streaming video using the H.264 compression format.

MJPEG

Information on using Motion JPEG for video streaming, its characteristics and usage.

AXIS Media Control (AMC)

Details on using AXIS Media Control for accessing video streams, primarily with Internet Explorer.

Alternative Methods of Accessing the Video Stream

Various ways to access video streams beyond AMC, including different players and protocols.

Setting Up the Product

Basic Setup

Provides initial setup steps for core product configuration before regular use.

Video

Video Stream

Configuration options for defining video stream settings like resolution and compression.

Pixel Counter

Feature to measure pixel count in an image area for specific analysis needs.

Image

Settings related to image quality, resolution, compression, mirroring, and rotation.

H.264

Detailed explanation of H.264 video compression, frame types, and bit rate settings.

MJPEG

Configuration details for Motion JPEG streaming, including frame size adjustments.

Stream Profiles

How to create and use predefined sets of video stream settings for quick configuration.

Camera Settings

Access to advanced image settings for fine-tuning camera performance.

Image Appearance

Adjustments for color saturation, brightness, sharpness, contrast, and white balance.

White Balance

Configuration of automatic or manual white balance settings based on lighting conditions.

Exposure Settings

Configuration of exposure value, backlight compensation, and exposure zones.

View Area

Defining specific cropped regions of the camera view for independent stream settings.

Overlay

Functionality to superimpose text or images over the video stream for information.

Overlay Image

Process for uploading and configuring static images as overlays on the video stream.

Using Overlay Text in an Action Rule

Displaying dynamic text overlays triggered by specific events or action rules.

Privacy Mask

Creating masked areas in the video feed to obscure sensitive or private regions.

Live View Config

Default Viewer for Browsers

Setting the preferred video viewer for different web browsers.

Viewer Settings

Customizing options for the video viewer, including toolbars and crosshairs.

User Defined Links

Creating custom links within the live view interface for quick access to other resources.

PTZ (Pan Tilt Zoom)

Preset Positions

Saving and recalling specific camera positions for quick pan, tilt, and zoom adjustments.

Guard Tour

Configuring automated sequences of preset positions for continuous camera monitoring.

Controls

Enabling or disabling PTZ controls, and configuring shortcut command buttons.

Detectors

Camera Tampering

Configuring alarms for events like camera repositioning or lens obstruction.

Motion Detection

Setting up motion detection to trigger alarms based on movement in the video feed.

Set Up Motion Detection Windows

Defining areas within the video feed for motion detection and exclusion.

Motion Detection Parameters

Adjusting object size, history, and sensitivity for motion detection accuracy.

Applications

Application Licenses

Procedures for obtaining and installing licenses for third-party applications.

Install Application

Steps for uploading, installing, and starting third-party applications on the device.

Application Considerations

Notes on managing applications during firmware upgrades, restarts, and resets.

Events

Application Triggers

Using installed applications as triggers for event rules.

Detector Triggers

Configuring event rules based on detector events like motion or tampering.

Hardware Triggers

Triggering events based on hardware status, such as network connection changes.

Input Signal Triggers

Using manual triggers or virtual inputs to initiate event rules.

PTZ Triggers

Triggering events based on PTZ operations like movement or preset positions.

Storage Triggers

Setting up event rules based on storage status, such as disruptions or full capacity.

System Triggers

Triggering events based on system status, like the product becoming ready after startup.

Time Triggers

Configuring event rules to trigger based on recurrences or schedules.

Available Actions

Overview of actions that can be performed when an event rule is triggered.

Setting Up an Action Rule

Comprehensive guide to creating rules that define event triggers and subsequent actions.

Recipients

Configuring destinations for notifications, images, or video clips sent by event rules.

Setting Up an Email Recipient

Detailed steps for configuring email recipients for event notifications.

Schedules

Creating time-based schedules to control when event rules are active.

Recurrences

Setting up periodic triggers for event rules, like every 5 minutes or every hour.

Recordings

Recording List

Accessing and managing a list of recorded video files, including playback and download.

Continuous Recording

Configuring the product to continuously record video to a storage device.

Languages

System Options

Security

Configuration of user access, network security, and authentication protocols.

Users

Managing user accounts, passwords, and access levels (Viewer, Operator, Administrator).

ONVIF

Information on ONVIF standard for interoperability and its configuration.

IP Address Filter

Setting up rules to allow or deny access based on IP addresses for enhanced security.

HTTPS

Configuring secure HTTPS connections for encrypted communication and access.

IEEE 802.1X

Setup for network access control using IEEE 802.1X authentication with digital certificates.

Certificates

Managing digital certificates for secure communication protocols like HTTPS and 802.1X.

Date & Time

Setting and synchronizing the product's date and time for accurate logging and timestamps.

Network

Configuration of network settings, including TCP/IP, DNS, and dynamic DNS services.

Basic TCP/IP Settings

Fundamental TCP/IP configuration for IP addressing and network connectivity.

IPv4 Address Configuration

Setting static or dynamic IP addresses for IPv4 network communication.

IPv6 Address Configuration

Configuring IPv6 network connectivity for modern networks.

ARP/Ping

Using ARP and Ping for initial IP address assignment and network verification.

Assign IP Address Using ARP/Ping

Detailed procedure for assigning an IP address using ARP and Ping commands.

AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS)

Configuration for connecting to and using the Axis Video Hosting System.

AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service

Registering the product with a dynamic DNS service for easy internet access.

Advanced TCP/IP Settings

Fine-tuning TCP/IP settings beyond basic configuration.

DNS Configuration

Setting up DNS servers for name resolution and domain name lookup.

NTP Configuration

Synchronizing the product's clock with an NTP server for accurate timekeeping.

Host Name Configuration

Setting a host name for accessing the product instead of an IP address.

Link-Local IPv4 Address

Enabling or disabling the automatic assignment of a link-local IPv4 address.

HTTP

Configuring the HTTP port for web access to the product.

HTTPS

Configuring the HTTPS port for secure web access.

NAT traversal (port mapping) for IPv4

Enabling NAT traversal for remote access through routers, requiring UPnP support.

FTP

Configuring the FTP server for firmware and file uploads.

RTSP

Setting up the RTSP server for H.264 stream access.

SOCKS

Configuring a SOCKS proxy for network access through firewalls.

QoS (Quality of Service)

Prioritizing network traffic types like video and management data.

SMTP (email)

Setting up an SMTP mail server for sending email notifications and messages.

SNMP

Configuring SNMP for network device management and status monitoring.

UPnPTM

Enabling or disabling UPnP for automatic network detection and configuration.

RTP/H.264

Configuring RTP port range and multicast settings for H.264 streams.

Bonjour

Enabling or disabling Bonjour for automatic network service discovery.

Storage

Managing storage options, including network shares for video recordings.

Network Share

Adding and configuring network shares (NAS) for storing recorded video data.

Maintenance

Performing maintenance tasks like restarting, restoring default settings, and flashing LEDs.

Support

Accessing support resources, troubleshooting information, and contact details.

Support Overview

Overview of support features, including troubleshooting and contact options.

System Overview

Viewing the product's status, settings, firmware version, and recent log entries.

Logs & Reports

Generating system logs and reports for troubleshooting and analysis.

Advanced

Accessing advanced features like scripting for custom configurations.

Scripting

Using scripts to customize product behavior, with a caution for advanced users.

File Upload

Uploading files like web pages or images for custom settings.

Plain Config

Advanced configuration interface for experienced users.

Reset to Factory Default Settings

Restoring the product to its original factory default configuration.

Troubleshooting

Checking the Firmware

Verifying the current firmware version to help diagnose issues.

Upgrading the Firmware

Procedures for updating the product's firmware to the latest version.

Emergency Recovery Procedure

Steps to recover the product in case of a failed firmware upgrade.

Symptoms, Possible Causes and Remedial Actions

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common product issues.

Problems with streaming H.264

Common issues and solutions related to H.264 video streaming problems.

Storage and disk management problems

Troubleshooting common issues related to storage devices and recording.

Technical Specifications

Camera

Detailed specifications for the camera hardware, sensor, and lens.

Video

Technical details on video compression, resolution, and frame rate capabilities.

Network

Specifications related to network connectivity, security, and supported protocols.

Supported protocols

List of all network protocols supported by the Axis product.

System Integration

Specifications regarding application programming interfaces and system integration capabilities.

Intelligent video

Details on intelligent video features like motion detection and tampering alarms.

Video access from web browser

Supported browsers and requirements for accessing video streams via the web.

Management and maintenance

Information on management tools, firmware upgrades, and maintenance procedures.

General

General physical and environmental specifications of the product.

Performance Considerations

Factors affecting product performance, including bandwidth, CPU load, and network utilization.

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