Axis Communications, the Swedish network video product company, has unveiled its AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool. It’s for on-site installation of network cameras and includes a mobile app.
Erik Frännlid, Axis’ Director of Product Management, said: “By using their smartphones or tablets at the installation site, installers can wirelessly connect via an intuitive mobile app to the camera and manage key functions such as angle and focus. In addition to improved efficiency, AXIS T8415 provides installers with a powerful battery that last the whole day. AXIS T8415 focuses on solving two specific problems: the speed and ease of installation of an IP camera.”
The T8415 is a battery-powered handheld device that connects to a camera and displays live video at the installation site. This makes setting the camera’s viewing angle and focus easier than with the use of a laptop or remote computer, according to the makers. The device can power up an Axis PoE camera up to 30 W for several hours. The tools built-in Wi-Fi function connects it within seconds to an installer’s smartphone or tablet for accessing the camera’s live view. While the camera is mounted and connected via one-cable connection to the main unit, the installer can get close to the camera with a smartphone device and adjust basic camera functions, such as focus, IP address and image rotation. The app on the smartphone (iOS or Android) can be downloaded free from the App Store or Google Play.
The product features a USB charging port for handset and replaceable batteries. AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool is planned to be available in Q2 2015 through distribution partners.
