Learn More; Capture Modes; Privacy Masks; Overlays - Axis Q1715 User Manual

AXIS Q1715 Block Camera

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Capture modes

Capture mode defines the maximum frame rate available in the Axis product. Depending on which capture mode you select, you
may not be able to use WDR.
Which capture mode to choose depends on the requirements of frame rate and resolution for the specific surveillance setup. For
specifications about available capture modes, see the product's datasheet at axis.com.

Privacy masks

A privacy mask is a user-defined area that covers a part of the monitored area. In the video stream, privacy masks appear either as
blocks of solid color or with a mosaic pattern.
You'll see the privacy mask on all snapshots, recorded video, and live streams.
You can use the VAPIX® application programming interface (API) to turn off the privacy masks.
Important
If you use multiple privacy masks it may affect the product's performance.
Note
If you view the video stream over HDMI and restart the product, the privacy masks will disappear. To show the privacy
masks again, restart the video stream.

Overlays

Note
Image and text overlay will not be displayed on video stream over HDMI.
Overlays are superimposed over the video stream. They are used to provide extra information during recordings, such as a timestamp,
or during product installation and configuration. You can add either text or an image.

Pan, tilt, and zoom (PTZ)

Preset positions
A preset position is a saved view that can be used to quickly move the camera view to a specific position.
A preset position can consist of the following values:
• Zoom position
• Focus position (manual or automatic)
• Iris position (manual or automatic)
The preset positions can be reached at any time:
• from the drop-down list in the live view window
• as actions in the event system
• as triggers in the event system
• when setting up a guard tour
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