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Axis Communications Address 100 Apollo Dr. Chelmsford, Mass. 01824 Phone 800 444 AXIS Fax 978 614 2100
http://www.axis.com
Axis Introduces World’s Smallest MPEG-4 Network
Camera
CHELMSFORD, Mass. – (June 30, 2005) – Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video
market, launched today the AXIS 207 Network Camera, a true bandwidth-efficient network camera that
utilizes MPEG-4 image compression to provide the best image quality of any camera in its class. At about
the size of a deck of cards (approximately 2 x 1 x 3 inches), the AXIS 207 is the world’s smallest MPEG-4
network camera. It is designed for indoor surveillance and remote monitoring applications and is ideal for
securing small businesses, home offices and residences.
Unlike Web cameras, the AXIS 207 operates independently of a PC and contains a built-in Web server. This
enables users to access live images from anywhere in the world via the Internet. The camera provides full-motion
video (up to 30 frames a second) using MPEG-4 compression or Motion JPEG video streaming. It also contains a
built-in microphone that enables users to hear intruders or visitors, and its input/output port allows for the control
of alarms, doors and locks. The high audio quality is guaranteed by built-in MPEG-4 AAC encoding technology
in collaboration with the Fraunhofer Institute for Integrated Circuits IIS.
“The AXIS 207 provides the highest quality video of any network camera designed specifically for entry-level
users,” said Fredrik Nilsson, general manager of Axis Communications. “Security and surveillance has become
increasingly important to small businesses, home offices and residences, and Axis is meeting this market’s needs
by offering a high quality camera at an affordable price.”
The AXIS 207 comes with a high-quality progressive scan CMOS image sensor to provide excellent images in
lighting conditions as low as one lux. It also has a built-in ActiveX media player and is compatible with
QuickTime, Real Networks, Mplayer, PacketVideo, and handheld devices such as PDAs and cell phones.
Additional features include alarm and event management, video motion detection and multiple user access levels
with password protection.
The AXIS 207 will be available in June through Axis’ distribution channels. The manufacturer’s suggested retail
price is $349.
About Axis
Axis increases the value of network solutions. The company is an innovative market leader in network video and print
servers. Axis' products and solutions are focused on applications such as security, surveillance, remote monitoring and
document management. The products are based on in-house developed chip technology, which is also sold to third parties.
Axis was founded in 1984 and is listed on the O-list (Attract 40) of Stockholmsbörsen (XSSE: AXIS). Axis operates
globally with offices in 16 countries and in cooperation with distributors, system integrators and OEM partners in 70
countries. Markets outside Sweden account for more than 95% of sales. Information about Axis can be found at
www.axis.com.
Contacts:
Jennifer Gill Valerie Wehler
212-302-5460 ext. 2 978-614-2068
jennifer.gill@allisonpr.com valerie.wehler@axis.com