Axis FA-series Main blocks of CCTV cameras

Main article: Video surveillance systems: Design features of cameras

2022: Axis FA51 и Axis FA51-B

On January 11, 2022, Axis Communications announced the release of two major Axis FA51 and Axis FA51-B. They are designed for stealthy video surveillance in stores, banks and offices. These devices are easily integrated into other systems. They are equipped with HDMI output, which allows you to display video on the monitor for public viewing in real time and thus prevent potential theft.

Axis FA51

The Axis Face Detector facial recognition function signals potential violators that they are being watched: when blocks are connected to the monitor, the faces of people in the image are highlighted in squares. Such devices can be installed at the entrance to stores or at self-service cash desks, which allows you to optimize the cost of security and safety personnel.

Compatible with all Axis FA touch blocks, the Axis FA51 main block supports one HDTV 1080p full-length video stream with a high frame rate. Therefore, it guarantees high quality video. The Forensic WDR feature provides details even if objects are moving and there is a significant difference in light in the frame. Since the main unit can be connected directly to the monitor, this reduces the delay in data transmission and the risk of network problems. In addition, as long as there is power, the camera will continue to display the image on the monitor even if the network is disconnected.

Axis FA51-B - UR-certified unit in minimum configuration, designed for integration into UL-certified systems. The device comes in packages of 10 pieces, which helps reduce the time and cost of packaging and transportation. In addition, the unit is supplied without a chassis, which provides its ventilation and simplifies temperature control.

Like all modular camera systems, the Axis FA51 and Axis FA51-B units are based on the concept of a divided network camera, in which the camera is divided into a stealthy sensor unit consisting of a lens and an image matrix, and a main unit, which is a camera body. The split concept provides flexibility in both equipment selection and installation. A small sensor unit can be installed discreetly in monitors and ATMs, where the camera lens is the only visible part.

Cost-effective baseplates are also equipped with Axis Zipstream technology, which significantly reduces traffic and memory for. Data Storage At the same time, important areas of the image are stored in full resolution. And Axis Edge Vault protects provides device IDs and simplifies the authorization of Axis devices on the network. Each unit has one I/O port with a configurable configuration for connecting external devices, for example, to control lighting and start audio messages.