Onvif Media Profiles; Camera Settings - Axis P5515-E User Manual

AXIS P5515-E PTZ Network Camera
Set Up the Product

ONVIF Media Profiles

An ONVIF media profile consists of a set of configurations that can be used to change media stream settings. ONVIF media profiles
can be set through the ONVIF Media Profile Settings page and be used by a client to configure media stream properties.
The ONVIF Media Profiles page lists all such pre-configured profiles. These profiles cannot be removed. Pre-configured media
profiles have been included in the product for quick setup. It is also possible to configure new ONVIF media profiles as per required
specifications. To add a new ONVIF media profile, click Add and enter the required information. You can also modify or remove a
profile from this page.

Camera Settings

The Video > Camera Settings page provides access to advanced image settings for the Axis product.
Image Appearance
To change Image Appearance go to the menus under Setup > Video > Camera Settings.
The image Brightness can be adjusted in the range 0–100, where a higher value produces a brighter image.
Increasing the Sharpness can increase bandwidth usage. A sharper image might increase image noise especially in low light
conditions. A lower setting reduces image noise, but the whole image will appear less sharp.
White Balance
To change this setting go to Setup > Video > Camera Settings
White balance is used to make colors in the image appear the same regardless of the color temperature of the light source. The Axis
product can be set to automatically identify the light source and compensate for its color. Alternatively, select the type of light
source from the drop-down list. For a description of each available setting, see the online help
Wide Dynamic Range
Wide Dynamic Range can improve the exposure when there is a considerable contrast between light and dark areas in the image.
Enable WDR in intense backlight conditions. Disable WDR in low light conditions for optimal exposure.
Exposure Settings
Exposure control - These settings is used to adapt to the amount of light used. Automatic is the default setting and it can be
used in most situations. The shutter speed is automatically set to produce optimum image quality. Use Manual if you have special
requirements for the exposure setting and wish to lock it. Select the desired exposure time from the drop-down list.
Enable Backlight compensation - Select Enable Backlight compensation if a bright spot of light, for example a light bulb, causes
other areas in the image to appear too dark.
Max gain - Measured in decibels (dB), gain describes the amount of amplification applied to a signal, in this case the visual
information in the image. A high level of amplification may provide a better image in very low light situations. A high gain will also
increase the amount of image noise.
IR cut filter - The IR cut filter prevents infrared (IR) light from reaching the image sensor. In poor lighting conditions, for example at
night, or when using an external IR lamp, set the IR cut filter to Off. This increases light sensitivity and allows the product to "see"
infrared light. The image is shown in black and white when the IR cut filter is off. Set the IR cut filter to Auto to automatically
switch between On and Off according to the lighting conditions.
Image Settings
Important
The autofocus behavior is affected by factors such as light conditions, contrasts in the scene, and objects moving in and out. In
these conditions or scenes, a manual focus could be preferable to enhance performance and allow the camera to focus faster.
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