The M7001 one-channel video encoder is highly compact and designed to be cost effective. It aims to integrate small or large numbers of analogue CCTV surveillance cameras into an IP-based video surveillance system.
“The Axis M7001 offers great video quality with superb H.264 performance combined with a compact design and a competitive price,” said Erik Frannlid, director of product management at Axis Communications.
“It presents a cost-effective solution to gaining the benefits of network video without having to replace analogue cameras.”
Small is big
The video encoder’s small size (smaller than a modern cell phone) also makes it ideal for use in camera housings and discreet surveillance applications, for example, in retail stores and banks, Axis says.
A small covert camera is made available with the video encoder in the Axis M7001 Covert Surveillance Kit.
The video encoder is designed to be installed close to an analogue camera. It converts analogue video signals from all types of analogue cameras into digital video streams that are then sent over an IP-based network (e.g. LAN/intranet/Internet). The video encoder also provides pan, tilt, and zoom support to PTZ and PTZ dome cameras.
The M7001 can deliver two simultaneous video streams, one in H.264 and another in Motion JPEG, at full frame rate in all resolutions up to D1 (720×480 in NTSC, 720×576 in PAL).
Axis says its H.264 encoder “drastically reduces bandwidth and storage requirements without compromising image quality”. Motion JPEG is supported for increased flexibility.
The video encoder also enables users to adjust image settings such as brightness, contrast and saturation to improve images before encoding takes place. Video motion detection is also supported.
Installation simplified
The M7001 is powered over Ethernet using the same cable as for data transmission, which simplifies installation. The video encoder can, in turn, feed power to the small covert camera that is included in the Covert Surveillance Kit.
The product is supported by Axis Camera Station video management software, as well as application software through Axis’ Application Development Partner program. The video encoder, as well as the covert surveillance kit, is available through Axis’ distribution channels.
