The Axis 212 PTZ/-V Network Camera is designed for surveillance and remote monitoring, offering instant one-click pan/tilt/zoom control with no moving parts. It features a 3-megapixel sensor with wide-angle lens providing VGA resolution, simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 streaming, Power over Ethernet, two-way audio with built-in microphone, and tamper-proof mounting for indoor use.
This manual provides instructions for accessing the camera via browser, setting the root password, using AXIS Media Control, configuring video/image/audio settings, PTZ presets and guard tours, event configuration including motion detection, network and security settings, firmware upgrades, and troubleshooting. It also includes hardware overview, I/O terminal pinout, LED indicators, and technical specifications.
| Pan range | 140° |
|---|---|
| Tilt range | 105° |
| Pan/tilt speed | 400°/sec |
| Optical zoom | 3x instant zoom |
| Image sensor | 3-megapixel sensor |
| Resolution | VGA |
| Video compression | Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 simultaneous |
| Power | Power over Ethernet (PoE) and external PS-H adapter |
| Audio | Two-way audio with built-in microphone and line in/out |
| Network interface | 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet with NWAY |
| I/O terminal | One transistor output, one digital input, auxiliary DC power |
Press the control button on the camera to restore factory default settings.
The default administrator username is root and it cannot be deleted.
When accessing the camera for the first time, the Configure Root Password dialog appears; enter and confirm the password.
The camera supports simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4 video streams.