Axis Supported Features
The Axis integration supports a wide range of operational and management features out of the box.
Core Video Features
- Live Streaming: Secure RTSP/HTTPS streams for real-time monitoring.
- Playback Control: Access to recorded footage with smooth timeline scrubbing and calendar search.
- PTZ & Presets: Full control of Pan-Tilt-Zoom cameras, including the ability to trigger predefined presets.
- Multi-Camera Layouts: Standardized streaming in grid views within the Video Viewer application.
Alarm & Event Management
- Event Ingestion: Real-time alerts for Motion, Tamper, and System Health.
- Analytics Ingestion: Support for Axis-native analytics events (e.g., Object Analytics, Line Crossing).
- Snapshot Support: Display of pre-alarm, current-alarm, and post-alarm snapshots in the operator workflow.
Control & Communication
- SIP Audio: High-clarity live announcements through Axis Horn Speakers and audio modules.
- Output Control: Remote triggering of relays and virtual inputs for gate control or alarm activation.
- I/O Status: Real-time monitoring of physical sensor inputs integrated via Axis I/O modules.
Features Summary
| Feature | Protocol Used | Integration Status |
|---|---|---|
| Device Discovery | VAPIX API | ✅ Integrated |
| Live Stream | RTSP/HTTPS | ✅ Integrated |
| Timeline Search | VAPIX / ACS API | ✅ Integrated |
| PTZ Control | VAPIX / ACS API | ✅ Integrated |
| Audio (Talkback) | SIP / VAPIX Audio | ✅ Integrated |
| Output Triggering | VAPIX I/O | ✅ Integrated |
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