The AXIS 206W Wireless Network Camera is so small, you can place it in virtually any indoor location. The built-in Wi-Fi 802.11b wireless connection also gives you the freedom to place the camera where its needed, instead of where the network outlet is.

Backed by the industrys largest base of application software, the AXIS 206W is a cost-effective solution for securing and remotely monitoring offices, shops and other facilities over the local area network or the Internet.

The AXIS 206W provides crisp and clear image quality using advanced signal processing and the latest, high quality CMOS image sensor, which can capture images in light conditions as low as 4 lux. The camera provides Motion JPEG images at up to 25 frames per second in all resolutions up to VGA 640x480 pixels.

The AXIS 206W is easy to set up and use. It comes with a free Dynamic DNS Service, a multilingual product interface, a built-in Linux 2.4 based Web server for remote viewing and management, and the AXIS Camera Explorer software for multi-camera management on a PC or PDA. For more video and alarm management features, a wide range of application software is available from Axis and its Application Development Partners worldwide.

WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

The AXIS 206W lets you place the camera where its needed, instead of where the network is. Put the AXIS 206W where you want it, connect power, and enjoy full frame rate video on your computer. Unlike Webcams, the AXIS 206W has its own IP address and a built-in Linux 2.4 based Web server, allowing access from any Web browser on your LAN or from the Internet. The video can be viewed by many, and you can securely control access or leave it open.

Why is Axis image quality superior?

Axis has ever since the development of network cameras first began, introduced a stream of image enhancing technologies and patents. Their main goal is to continue to innovate and focus on our image quality market leadership.

Axis Superior Image Quality rests on three pillars:
1. Advanced signal processing, image enhancement algorithms and video compression technologies
2. Custom-designed image processing and video networking chips
3. Careful selection and matching of the latest high-end image sensors and lenses.
All told, this means that Axis has the best image quality in the world when comparing cameras in the same price range.

What you need to set up system:

A Wi-Fi compliant wireless access point or wireless broadband router (802.11b or 802.11g)

Installation methods:

The AXIS 206W is designed for installation on a Wi-Fi 802.11b wireless LAN. This involves assigning it an IP address, automatically or manually. Depending on how your network is configured, the following methods may be used:

• FREE AXIS Internet Dynamic DNS Service at www.axiscam.net • UPnP (Universal Plug and Play)
• AXIS IP Utility for Windows
• From a command prompt, arp -s and ping may be used • For initial installation in secure wireless networks, use a USB cable
• On a Mac, simply go to My network devices in the Safari browser