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AXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera

Pan, tilt, zoom live video directly 
over your network

The AXIS 213 PTZ Network Camera enables advanced remote monitoring with pan, tilt and zoom through operator control* over IP networks. It features a powerful 26x optical zoom, auto focus lens and an IR mode for nighttime conditions.

The AXIS 213 PTZ delivers superior quality Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 video streams simultaneously. The camera provides 20 preset positions and 1 preset sequence to monitor specific areas. It also offers pre- and post-alarm image buffering and advanced event management features.

The optional AXIS 213CM Connection Module provides functionalities such as two-way audio, in addition to two alarm inputs and three relay outputs.

The AXIS 213 PTZ connects directly to an IP network, and with a built-in Web server, enables remote monitoring and control from any PC connected to the local area network or the Internet. The camera provides wide coverage with its ability to pan 340 degrees, tilt 100 degrees and zoom in on specific details. The AXIS 213 PTZ is ideal for monitoring people and property, and for remote learning and troubleshooting. A protective dome housing is available for indoor and outdoor applications.


Same unit for both ceiling and desktop use

Features

 
  • Pan, tilt, zoom network camera with built-in 26x optical zoom, auto focus lens + 12x digital zoom
  • Operates under all light conditions, indoors as well as outdoors
  • IR mode: camera can be manually controlled or scheduled for switching between color image during daytime, and black and white image in low light or nighttime conditions using the built-in IR lighting or an external IR lamp for longer distances
  • Superior image quality in simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 video streams. De-interlacing in 4CIF resolution
  • Resolutions up to 768 x 576 at up to 25 fps (PAL) or 704x480 at 30 fps (NTSC)
  • Built-in video motion detection (the functionality is disabled during pan, tilt, zoom)
  • Advanced event management: scheduled and triggered event functionality with alarm notification via e-mail, TCP, HTTP, and image uploading via e-mail, FTP & HTTP
  • Security: multiple user access levels with password protection and IP address filtering, which enables only pre-defined IP addresses to access the camera
  • 20 preset positions, PTZ control queue, sequence tour capability*
  • Up to 20 viewers can directly access the camera simultaneously; virtually unlimited viewers if streamed through a relaying server
  • Powerful Application Programming Interface (API) for software integration, including AXIS VAPIX and AXIS Media Control SDK
  • Easy installation using the free AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service or the Windows-based AXIS IP Utility software


Optional accessories

Part numbers
 

AXIS 213 PTZ PAL
Region   Part number
EUR 0219-002
UK 0219-003
AUS 0219-006
AXIS 213 PTZ NTSC
Region   Part number
US 0220-004
JP 0220-005
KOREA 0220-007

 

* The AXIS 213 PTZ is not designed for continuous PTZ movements e.g. Guard tour. For continuous movement, please see Axis network dome offering.

Application possibilities
 
The AXIS 213 PTZ is ideal wherever you need to cover a large area and want to be able to zoom in on detail.
 

Retail/small business monitoring: A business owner or a remotely located security company can monitor the entire store as well as zoom in on critical areas, like the cash registers.
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Remote monitoring of sensitive areas: e.g. server rooms and wiring closets.
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Supervision of any work in progress: e.g. a building project at a construction site. Read more

LAN-based education: 
e.g. within hospitals
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(photo is courtesy of Advocate Health Care)

Remote troubleshooting or guidance: Head office can guide remote service personnel through visual inspection.
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Review
 
Security Installer, United Kingdom, February 2005:
The bench test - Network upgrade (pdf), "The 213 PTZ Network Camera from Axis has matured nicely."