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Axis IP Camera

Device Information:

  • Device: IP Camera
  • Vendor: Axis Communications
  • Model: Axis Family (Cameras, Speakers, I/O, ACS Pro)
  • Firmware: Latest Axis LTS firmware
  • Platform: GCXONE
  • Doc Version: 1.0.0

Summary

  • Purpose: Unified monitoring, event ingestion, and proactive control of Axis hardware including ACS Pro, IP Speakers, and I/O Modules.
  • Outcome: Seamless video, alarm delivery, and unified audio/relay control within the GCXONE ecosystem.
  • Audience: Technical Installers / Field Engineers / Support

At a Glance

AspectDetails
Setup Time15-25 minutes
DifficultyBeginner
Setup MethodVAPIX API / SDK integration
Product RangeCameras, Speakers, I/O Modules, ACS Pro
ProtocolVAPIX API, ONVIF, SIP (audio)
Ports RequiredHTTP/HTTPS 80/443, RTSP 554, SIP 5060, ACS API 29204
Key FeaturesLive streaming, events, PTZ, audio control, I/O, analytics
FirmwareLatest Axis LTS firmware recommended
Video CodecsH.264, H.265/HEVC
Integration TypeDirect IP / VPN / Cloud Proxy

Prerequisites

Before you begin, ensure you have:

  • Axis Camera Station Pro (if integrating via VMS)
  • Axis device with VAPIX API support
  • Network connectivity between Axis device and GCXONE platform
  • Administrative access to Axis device web interface
  • GCXONE account with appropriate permissions
  • VPN or port forwarding (80/443, 554) configured

Device Profile

  • Type: IP Camera / VMS / I/O / IP Audio
  • Discovery Protocol: VAPIX API / SDK
  • Event Types: Motion, Tamper, I/O, System Health, Analytics
  • Network Requirements:
    • Ports: 80/443 (Control), 554 (RTSP), 5060 (SIP Audio), 29204 (ACS API)
    • Connectivity: Direct IP / VPN / Cloud Proxy
    • Bandwidth: Dependent on stream resolution (H.264/H.265 supported)
  • Known Considerations: ACS Pro requires "Web Client" enabled for integration. Genesisaudio priority for SIP speakers.

Supported Features

Core Functions

Feature CategoryFeatureStatusNotes
Discovery & SetupAuto-Discovery[✓ / ✗ / Partial][Optional notes]
Manual Configuration[✓ / ✗]
Cloud CapabilitiesLive Streaming (Cloud)[✓ / ✗]
Playback (Cloud)[✓ / ✗]
Timeline (Cloud)[✓ / ✗]
Local CapabilitiesLive Streaming (Local)[✓ / ✗]
Playback (Local)[✓ / ✗]
Local SDK Audio[✓ / ✗]
Events & AlarmsEvent Detection[✓ / ✗]
Arm/Disarm[✓ / ✗]
Event Acknowledgement[✓ / ✗]
Advanced FeaturesPTZ/Presets[✓ / ✗]
I/O Control[✓ / ✗]
Genesis Audio (SIP)[✓ / ✗]
4K/High Resolution[✓ / ✗]
Timelapse[✓ / ✗ / Partial]
Mobile App Support[✓ / ✗]

Note: Add or remove features based on device capabilities. Minimum 15 features recommended.

Quick Start

To configure Axis IP Camera with GCXONE, follow these main steps:

  1. Device Discovery - Add ACS Pro or standalone devices via the Configuration App.
  2. Event Configuration - Set up HTTPS webhooks for real-time alarm ingestion.
  3. Audio Setup - Configure SIP credentials for speakers if using talk-down features.
  4. Verification - Test live streams and trigger alarms to verify platform response.

For detailed step-by-step instructions, see the Configuration Guide.

Change Log

  • 2025-12-20 v1.0.0 - Initial GCXONE documentation

Need Help?

If you need assistance with Axis IP Camera integration, check our Troubleshooting Guide or contact support.