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  • Page 1 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera User manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Table of Contents Installation ..........

  • Page 3: Installation

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Installation Installation Preview mode Preview mode is ideal for installers when fine tuning the camera view during the installation. No login is required to access the camera view in preview mode. It is available only in factory defaulted state for a limited time from powering up the device.

  • Page 4: Get Started

    Get started Find the device on the network To find Axis devices on the network and assign them IP addresses in Windows®, use AXIS IP Utility or AXIS Device Manager. Both applications are free and can be downloaded from axis.com/support.

  • Page 5: Verify That No One Has Tampered With The Firmware

    Verify that no one has tampered with the firmware To make sure that the device has its original Axis firmware, or to take full control of the device after a security attack: 1. Reset to factory default settings. See Reset to factory default settings on page 69.

  • Page 6: Configure Your Device

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device Configure your device Basic settings Set the capture mode 1. Go to Video > Installation > Capture mode. 2. Click Change. 3. Select a capture mode and click Save and restart. See also Capture modes on page 56.
  • Page 7 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device 2. Click and use the slider to set the focus. Adjust the focus faster with focus recall areas To save the focus settings at a specific pan/tilt range, add a focus recall area. Each time the camera moves into that area it recalls the previously saved focus.
  • Page 8 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device 1. Go to System > Plain config. 2. Select ImageSource from the drop-down list. 3. Go to ImageSource/I0/Sensor > Low latency mode and select On. 4. Click Save. Select exposure mode There are different exposure mode options in the camera that adjusts aperture, shutter speed, and gain to improve image quality for specific surveillance scenes.
  • Page 9 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device • Adjust the trade-off between noise and motion blur. Go to Video > Image > Exposure and move the Blur-noise trade-off slider toward Low noise. • Set the exposure mode to automatic. Note A high max shutter value can result in motion blur.
  • Page 10 4. If you still have problems, go to Exposure and adjust the Exposure zone to cover the area of interest. Find out more about WDR and how to use it at axis.com/web-articles/wdr. Stabilize a shaky image with electronic image stabilization (EIS) Electronic Image Stabilization (EIS) can be used in environments where the product is mounted in an exposed location and subject to vibrations, for example, wind or passing traffic.

  • Page 11: Adjust The Camera View (Ptz)

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device 4. In the camera’s live view, adjust the size and position of the rectangle around the area of interest, for example where you expect license plates to appear. 5. You can see the number of pixels for each of the rectangle’s sides, and decide if the values are enough for your needs.

  • Page 12: View And Record Video

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device Adjust the camera view (PTZ) Limit the pan, tilt, and zoom movements If there are parts of the scene that you don’t want the camera to reach, you can limit the pan, tilt, and zoom movements. For example, you want to protect the privacy of residents in an apartment building, which is located close to a parking lot that you intend to monitor.
  • Page 13 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device 3. Select Video format H.264. 4. Go to Video > Stream > General and increase Compression. 5. Go to Video > Stream > Zipstream and do one or more of the following: Note The Zipstream settings are used for both H.264 and H.265.

  • Page 14: Set Up Rules For Events

    7. Set the postbuffer time to 1 minute. 8. Click Save. Record video when a PIR detector senses motion This example explains how to connect an Axis PIR detector to the camera, and set up the camera to start recording when the detector senses motion.
  • Page 15 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device Required hardware • 3-wire cable (ground, power, I/O) • Axis PIR detector NOTICE TICE TICE Disconnect the camera from power before connecting the wires. Reconnect to power after all connections are done. Connect the wires to the camera’s I/O connector Note For information on the I/O connector, see Connectors on page 64.
  • Page 16 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device 2. Type a name for the rule. 3. In the list of actions, select Go to preset position. 4. Select the preset position you want the camera to go to. 5. Click Save.
  • Page 17 8. Create a second rule and select the same Condition as in the first rule. 9. In the list of actions, select Toggle I/O while the rule is active, and then select the port the AXIS I/O Indication LED is connected to.
  • Page 18 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Configure your device This example explains how to direct the camera and open a gate when someone wants to enter during daytime. This is done by connecting a PIR detector to the product’s input port and a switch relay to the product’s output port.

  • Page 19: Audio

    Connect to a network speaker Network speaker pairing allows you to use a compatible Axis network speaker as if it is connected directly to the camera. Once paired, the speaker acts as an audio out device where you can play audio clips and transmit sound through the camera.

  • Page 20: The Web Interface

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface The web interface To reach the device’s web interface, type the device’s IP address in a web browser. Note Support for the features and settings described in this section varies between devices. This icon indicates that the feature or setting is only available in some devices.

  • Page 21: Video

    Shows what kind of access to the device that is active, and what encryption protocols are in use. Recommendations to the settings are based on the AXIS OS Hardening Guide. Hardening guide: Link to AXIS OS Hardening guide where you can learn more about cybersecurity on Axis devices and best practices.
  • Page 22 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Click to manually turn on or turn off the white light. Click to access onscreen controls: • Predefined controls: Turn on to use the available onscreen controls. • Custom controls: Click Add custom control to add an onscreen control.
  • Page 23 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface • Pixel counter: Click to show the pixel counter. Drag and resize the box to contain your area of interest. You can also define the pixel size of the box in the Width and Height fields.
  • Page 24 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Image stabilization : Turn on to get a smoother and steadier image with less blur. We recommend that you use image stabilization in environments where the device is mounted in an exposed location and subject to vibrations due to, for example, wind or passing traffic.
  • Page 25 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Contrast: Use the slider to adjust the difference between light and dark. Brightness: Use the slider to adjust the light intensity. This can make objects easier to see. Brightness is applied after image capture, and doesn’t affect the information in the image.
  • Page 26 • Move the slider towards Dark to increase the threshold for the IR-cut filter. The camera changes to night mode later. IR light If your device doesn’t have built-in illumination, these controls are only available when you connect a supporting Axis accessory. Allow illumination: Turn on to let the camera use the built-in light in night mode.
  • Page 27 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Automatic illumination angle : Turn on to use the automatic illumination angle. Illumination angle : Use the slider to manually set the illumination angle, for example, if the angle needs to be different from the camera’s angle of view.
  • Page 28 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Note The exposure zones are related to the original image (unrotated), and the names of the zones apply to the original image. This means, for example, that if the video stream is rotated 90°, then the Upper zone becomes the Right zone in the stream, and Left becomes Lower.
  • Page 29 Zipstream is a bitrate reduction technology, optimized for video surveillance, that reduces the average bitrate in an H.264 or H.265 stream in real time. Axis Zipstream applies a high bitrate in scenes where there are multiple regions of interest, for example, in scenes with moving objects.
  • Page 30 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface P-frames: A P-frame is a predicted image that shows only the changes in the image from the previous frame. Enter the desired number of P-frames. The higher the number, the less bandwidth is required. However, if there is network congestion, there could be a noticeable deterioration in the video quality.

  • Page 31: Ptz

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Appearance: Select the animation color and background color, for example, red animation on a transparent background (default). Size: Select the desired font size. : Select the position of the overlay in the image.
  • Page 32 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Preset position A guard tour with preset positions continuously streams footage from a selection of preset positions in a random or fixed sequence. You can choose how long the camera should stay at each preset position before moving on to the next. The guard tour will continue to run in an endless loop until you stop it, even when there are no clients (web browsers) streaming the footage.
  • Page 33 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Limits To narrow down the area under surveillance, you can limit the PTZ movements. Save as Pan 0: Click to set the current position as zero-point for pan coordinates. Set pan-tilt limits: Turn on to set pan-tilt limits for PTZ movements. The camera uses the coordinates of the center of the image when you set pan-tilt limits.
  • Page 34 • PTZ control queue: Turn on to place PTZ control requests in a queue. This displays the users status and position in the queue. To use the PTZ controls in AXIS Camera Station, turn off this setting. Enter queue: Click to add your request for PTZ control to the queue.

  • Page 35: Audio

    Locate device: Plays a sound that helps you identify the speaker. For some products, the device will flash a LED. Calibrate : Calibrate the speaker. Launch AXIS Audio Manager Edge: Launch the application. Device settings Input: Turn on or off audio input. Shows the type of input.

  • Page 36: Recordings

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Audio clips Add clip: Add a new audio clip. You can use .au, .mp3, .opus, .vorbis, .wav files. Play the audio clip. Stop playing the audio clip. The context menu contains: • Rename: Change the name of the audio clip.

  • Page 37: Apps

    • Activate license with a key: If the app requires a license, you need to activate it. Use this option if your device doesn’t have internet access. If you don’t have a license key, go to axis.com/products/analytics. You need a license code and the Axis product serial number to generate a license key.

  • Page 38: System

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface • Activate license automatically: If the app requires a license, you need to activate it. Use this option if your device has internet access. You need a license code to activate the license.
  • Page 39 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Assign IPv4 automatically: Select to let the network router assign an IP address to the device automatically. We recommend automatic IP (DHCP) for most networks. IP address: Enter a unique IP address for the device. Static IP addresses can be assigned at random within isolated networks, provided that each address is unique.
  • Page 40 One-click cloud connection One-click cloud connection (O3C) together with an O3C service provides easy and secure internet access to live and recorded video from any location. For more information, see axis.com/end-to-end-solutions/hosted-services. Allow O3C: • One-click: This is the default setting. Press and hold the control button on the device to connect to an O3C service over the internet.
  • Page 41 Authentication failed: Sends a trap message when an authentication attempt fails. Note All Axis Video MIB traps are enabled when you turn on SNMP v1 and v2c traps. For more information, see AXIS OS Portal > SNMP. • v3: SNMP v3 is a more secure version, which provides encryption and secure passwords. To use SNMP v3, we recommend you to activate HTTPS, as the password is then sent through HTTPS.
  • Page 42 To install test firmware or other custom firmware from Axis on the device, you need a custom-signed firmware certificate. The certificate verifies that the firmware is approved by both the device owner and Axis. The firmware can only run on a specific device which is identified by its unique serial number and chip ID.
  • Page 43 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Add account: Click to add a new account. You can add up to 100 accounts. Account: Enter a unique account name. New password: Enter a password for the account. Passwords must be 1 to 64 characters long. Only ASCII printable characters (code 32 to 126) are allowed in the password, for example, letters, numbers, punctuation, and some symbols.
  • Page 44 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface A rule defines the conditions that triggers the product to perform an action. The list shows all the currently configured rules in the product. Note You can create up to 256 action rules.
  • Page 45 RSA is the preferred method during negotiation, followed by ECDSA, ED25519, and DSA. Make sure to enter the right MD5 host key that is used by your SFTP server. While the Axis device supports both MD5 and SHA-256 hash keys, we recommend using SHA-256 due to stronger security over MD5. For more information on how to configure an SFTP server with an Axis device, go to the AXIS OS Portal.
  • Page 46 RSA is the preferred method during negotiation, followed by ECDSA, ED25519, and DSA. Make sure to enter the right MD5 host key that is used by your SFTP server. While the Axis device supports both MD5 and SHA-256 hash keys, we recommend using SHA-256 due to stronger security over MD5. For more information on how to configure an SFTP server with an Axis device, go to the AXIS OS Portal.
  • Page 47 IoT integration and is used in a wide variety of industries to connect remote devices with a small code footprint and minimal network bandwidth. The MQTT client in Axis device firmware can simplify integration of data and events produced in the device to systems which are not video management software (VMS).
  • Page 48 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Connect message Specifies if a message should be sent out when a connection is established. Send message: Turn on to send messages. Use default: Turn off to enter your own default message. Topic: Enter the topic for the default message.
  • Page 49 DNS. Windows SMB/CIFS names are not supported. • Network share: Enter the name of the shared location on the host server. Several Axis devices can use the same network share since each device gets its own folder.
  • Page 50 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Write protect: Turn on to stop writing to the network share and protect recordings from being removed. You can’t format a write-protected network share. Retention time: Select how long to keep recordings, to limit the amount of old recordings, or to comply with regulations regarding data storage.
  • Page 51 When you create an ONVIF account, you automatically enable ONVIF communication. Use the username and password for all ONVIF communication with the device. For more information see the Axis Developer Community at axis.com.
  • Page 52 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Add accounts: Click to add a new ONVIF account. Account: Enter a unique account name. New password: Enter a password for the user. Passwords must be 1 to 64 characters long. Only ASCII printable characters (code 32 to 126) are allowed in the password, for example, letters, numbers, punctuation, and some symbols.
  • Page 53 Pairing Pairing allows you to use a compatible Axis network speaker or microphone as if it’s part of the camera. Once paired, the network speaker acts as an audio out device where you can play audio clips and transmit sound through the camera. The network microphone will take up sounds from the surrounding area and make it available as an audio input device, usable in media streams and recordings.
  • Page 54 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera The web interface Address: Enter host name or IP address to the network speaker. Username: Enter username. Password: Enter password for the user. Speaker pairing: Select to pair a network speaker. Microphone pairing: Select to pair a microphone.
  • Page 55 Severity: Select which messages to send when triggered. CA certificate set: See the current settings or add a certificate. Plain config Plain config is for advanced users with experience of Axis device configuration. Most parameters can be set and edited from this page.

  • Page 56: Learn More

    The image shows how the field of view and aspect ratio can change between two different capture modes. What capture mode to choose depends on the requirements for the frame rate and resolution of 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.

  • Page 57: Overlays

    H.264 or MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC Note H.264 is a licensed technology. The Axis product includes one H.264 viewing client license. To install additional unlicensed copies of the client is prohibited. To purchase additional licenses, contact your Axis reseller. H.264 can, without compromising image quality, reduce the size of a digital video file by more than 80% compared to the Motion JPEG format and by as much as 50% compared to older MPEG formats.
  • Page 58 Learn more Note • H.265 is licensed technology. The Axis product includes one H.265 viewing client license. Installing additional unlicensed copies of the client is prohibited. To purchase additional licenses, contact your Axis reseller. • Most web browsers don’t support H.265 decoding and because of this the camera doesn’t support it in its web interface.
  • Page 59 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Learn more Target bitrate Average bitrate (ABR) With average bitrate, the bitrate is automatically adjusted over a longer period of time. This is so you can meet the specified target and provide the best video quality based on your available storage. Bitrate is higher in scenes with a lot of activity, compared to static scenes.

  • Page 60: Applications

    Applications With applications, you can get more out of your Axis device. AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) is an open platform that makes it possible for third parties to develop analytics and other applications for Axis devices. Applications can be preinstalled on the device, available for download for free, or for a license fee.

  • Page 61: Cybersecurity

    AXIS Object Analytics AXIS Object Analytics is an analytic application that comes preinstalled on the camera. It detects objects that move in the scene and classifies them as, for example, humans or vehicles. You can set up the application to send alarms for different types of objects. To find out more about how the application works, see AXIS Object Analytics user manual.
  • Page 62 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Learn more To learn more about Axis Edge Vault and cybersecurity features in Axis devices, go to axis.com/learning/white-papers and search for cybersecurity.

  • Page 63: Specifications

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Specifications Specifications Product overview Cover ring Dome IR illumination Multi-connector with cover (Do not remove the cover unless an I/O-cable is connected) Network connector (PoE+) SD card slot Control button (1) Status LED indicator Power button (2)

  • Page 64: Sd Card Slot

    AC/DC power supply When connecting external equipment, a separately sold Axis Multicable C I/O Audio Power 1 m/ 5 m or a separately sold Axis 10-pin Push-pull System Connector is required in order to maintain the product’s IP rating. For more information, see Multicable connectors...
  • Page 65 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Specifications Multicable connectors Multicable overview Camera multiconnector I/O terminal block Audio terminal block Power connector The multicable provides the following connectors: Power connector - 2-pin terminal block used for power input. The polarity of the cables does not matter. Use a Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) compliant limited power source (LPS) with either a rated output power limited to ≤100 W or a rated output...
  • Page 66 I/O configured as output Axis 10-pin push-pull system connector (sold separately) When connecting external equipment to the Axis product, an Axis 10-pin Push-Pull System Connector (sold separately) is required in order to maintain the product’s IP rating. Mounting the wires requires a crimp tool. To get detailed mounting instructions of the wires, go to axis.com/support.
  • Page 67 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Specifications 10–pin push-pull system connector Function Notes Specifications 9, 10 The input is polarity independent. Use a Safety Extra Low AC/DC Power 24 V AC/DC Voltage (SELV) compliant limited power source (LPS) with input either a rated output power limited to ≤100 W or a rated output current limited to ≤5 A.

  • Page 68: Cleaning Recommendations

    AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Cleaning recommendations Cleaning recommendations If the device gets grease stains or becomes heavily soiled, you can clean it with mild, solvent-free soap or detergent. NOTICE TICE TICE Never use harsh detergent, for example gasoline, benzene, or acetone.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    Using firmware from the active track is recommended if you want to access the newest features, or if you use Axis end-to-end system offerings. The LTS tracks are recommended if you use third-party integrations, which are not continuously validated against the latest active track.

  • Page 70: Upgrade The Firmware

    3. Go to Settings > System > Maintenance. Follow the instructions on the page. When the upgrade has finished, the product restarts automatically. Technical issues, clues and solutions If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, try the troubleshooting section at axis.com/support. Problems upgrading the firmware Firmware upgrade failure If the firmware upgrade fails, the device reloads the previous firmware.
  • Page 71 Axis device. Check all cabling and reinstall the device. Possible IP address conflict The static IP address in the Axis device is used before the DHCP server sets a dynamic address. with another device on the...

  • Page 72: Performance Considerations

    Heavy network utilization due to poor infrastructure affects the bandwidth. • Viewing on poorly performing client computers lowers perceived performance and affects frame rate. • Running multiple AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) applications simultaneously may affect the frame rate and the general performance. Contact support Contact support at axis.com/support.
  • Page 73 User manual Ver. M5.2 AXIS P5676-LE PTZ Camera Date: September 2023 © Axis Communications AB, 2022 - 2023 Part no. T10186887...

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