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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit 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.
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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.
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Verify that no one has tampered with the device software To make sure that the device has its original AXIS OS, or to take full control of the device after a security attack: 1. Reset to factory default settings. See .
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The mounting height for camera in a Free flow (slow traffic license plate recognition) scenario should be less than half of the distance of that between the vehicle and the camera. Access control capture distance: 2–7 m (6.6–23 ft). This example is based on the AXIS P3265–LVE-3 License Plate Verifier kit. Capture distance: (x) Mounting height (y) 2.0 m (6.6 ft)
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Basic setup Capture distance (x) Mounting height (y) 7.0 m (23 ft) 3.0 m (9.8 ft) 10.0 m (33 ft) 4.0 m (13 ft) 15.0 m (49 ft) 6.0 m (19.5 ft) 20.0 m (65 ft) 10.0 m (33 ft)
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Set up AXIS License Plate Verifier 1. In the device’s web interface, go to Apps. 2. Toggle the switch next to AXIS License Plate Verifier to start the app. 3. Click Open to open the app’s web interface. 4. Follow the instructions to set up AXIS License Plate Verifier.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Basic setup 6. Drag the anchor points to adjust the area of interest. See . 7. Adjust the direction of the area of interest. Click the arrow and rotate to set the direction. The direction determines how the application registers vehicles entering or exiting the area.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Basic setup 4. Drag the anchor points to adjust the area of interest. See . 5. Adjust the direction of the area of interest. The direction determines how the application registers vehicles entering or exiting the area.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Basic setup Tabs Live view Latest event Event log Adjust the area of interest The area of interest is the area in the live view where the application looks for license plates. For optimal performance, keep the area of interest as small as possible.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Basic setup 7. Click anywhere outside the area of interest to save your changes. 8. To get the correct direction feedback in the Event log, you need to turn the arrow to match the driving direction.
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SD card as the default storage. AXIS License Plate Verifier uses the cameras internal memory to save up to 1,000 events, using license plate crops as the frame. If you use larger frames, it will vary the amount of events you can save.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device Configure your device This section covers all the important configurations that an installer needs to do to get the product up and running after the hardware installation has been completed. Basic settings Set the capture mode 1.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device 3. To use the built-in IR light when the camera is in night mode, turn on Allow illumination and Synchronize illumination. Note If you set the switch to night mode to occur when it’s brighter, the image remains sharper as there is less low-light noise. If you set the switch to occur when it’s darker, the image colors are maintained for longer, but there is more image blur due...
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device ABC 123 1. Go to Video > Image. 2. Click 3. Click for Pixel counter. 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.
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4. Select a position. You can also drag the overlay text field in the live view to change the position. Show license plate overlays License plate overlays are available with the application AXIS License Plate Verifier. 1. Go to Video > Image.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device Reduce bandwidth and storage Important Reducing the bandwidth can lead to loss of detail in the image. 1. Go to Video > Stream. 2. Click in the live view. 3. Select Video format H.264.
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With signed video, you can make sure that no one has tampered with the video recorded by the camera. 1. Go to Video > Stream > General and turn on Signed video. 2. Use AXIS Camera Station (5.46 or later) or another compatible video management software to record video. For instructions, see the AXIS Camera Station user manual.
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Note When you turn on power saving mode, the IR illumination range is reduced. Make sure that AXIS Video Motion Detection is running: 1. Go to Apps > AXIS Video Motion Detection. 2. Start the application if it is not already running.
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Provide visual indication of an ongoing event You have the option to connect the AXIS I/O Indication LED to your network camera. This LED can be configured to turn on whenever certain events occur in the camera. For example, to let people know that video recording is in progress.
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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.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device 7. Set the prebuffer time to 5 seconds. 8. Set the postbuffer time to 2 minutes. 9. Click Save. Record video when the camera detects impact Shock detection allows the camera to detect tampering caused by vibrations or shock. Vibrations due to the environment or to an object can trigger an action depending on the shock sensitivity range, which can be set from 0 to 100.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Configure your device 7. Click Save. Create a rule: 1. Go to System > Events > Rules and add a rule. 2. Type a name for the rule. 3. In the list of conditions, under I/O, select Supervised input tampering is active.
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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.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Manage lists Manage lists Add detected license plate to list A license plate can be added directly to a list after being detected by the application. 1. Click the Event log tab. 2. Go to Latest Event.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Manage lists 3. Browse to select a .csv file on the computer. 4. Click OK. 5. Check that the imported license plate numbers appear in the Allowlist. Share license plate lists with other cameras You can share the license plate lists with other cameras on the network.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Additional settings Additional settings Configure text overlay A text overlay shows the following event information in the live view: weekday, month, time, year, license plate number. 1. Go to Settings > Image. 2. Activate Text overlay.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Additional settings 1. Go to Settings > Detection parameters. 2. Under Allowed character deviation, select the number of characters that are allowed to be different. 3. Check that the application matches the license plates as expected.
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Virtual ports can be used together with access control to trigger any kind of action. This example explains how to set up AXIS License Plate Verifier together with the camera’s I/O port to display a text overlay using a virtual port.
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Open a barrier for known vehicles using a relay module This example use case explains how to set up AXIS License Plate Verifier together with a relay module to open a barrier for a known vehicle driving through a specific region of interest (ROI) into, let’s say a parking area.
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Open a barrier for known vehicles using the camera's I/O This example explains how to set up AXIS License Plate Verifier together with the camera’s I/O port to open a barrier for a known vehicle entering, for example, a parking area.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Vehicle entry and exit scenario To watch this video, go to the web version of this document. help.axis.com/?&piaId=97596§ion=open-a-barrier-for-known-vehicles-with-io Open a barrier for known vehicles using the camera's I/O 1. Go to the application’s webpage and select the Event log tab and add detected license plates to a list. See 2.
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Vehicle access control scenario In the scenario for vehicle access control, the application can be connected to an Axis network door controller to configure access rules, create schedules for access times, and handle vehicle access not only for employees, but also, for example, visitors and suppliers.
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How to get the application up and running with AXIS A1001 Door Controller. Hardware configuration in AXIS Entry Manager 1. Go to AXIS Entry Manager and start a new hardware configuration under Setup. 2. In the hardware configuration, rename the network door controller to “Gate controller”.
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11. To limit the access time, drag and drop a Schedule to the user group. Overview of AXIS Entry Manager user interface. Users Doors Schedules User groups Connect to AXIS Secure Entry This example describes connecting an Axis door controller in AXIS Camera Station and AXIS Secure Entry with AXIS Licence Plate Verifier.
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3. Select Secure Entry, and click Next. In AXIS Camera Station: 4. Type the IP address of the door controller, available in the device list in AXIS Camera Station > Configuration > Other Devices. 5. To add a Authentication key, go to AXIS Camera Station > Configuration > Encrypted communication.
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An Axis license plate verifier camera kit and AXIS D2210-VE Radar installed and connected to the network Set up the scenario Set up the scenario in four steps: first configure the camera, then pair and configure the radar, and finally use AXIS Speed Monitor to add overlays.
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1. Download and install AXIS Speed Monitor on your camera. 2. Add one overlay for each lane, which will show the maximum speed in the camera’s live view. For installation and configuration instructions, go to AXIS Speed Monitor user manual.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Search for specific events Search for specific events Use the search feature to search for events using a number of criteria. 1. Go to the application’s webpage and select the Event log tab. 2. Select the date in the Start time and End time calendar menus.
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The camera must be physically installed and connected to the network. • AXIS License Plate Verifier must up and running on the camera. 1. Go to Integration > Push events. 2. In the Protocol drop-down list, select one of the following protocols: HTTP POST Type the user name and password.
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• The camera must be physically installed and connected to the network. • AXIS License Plate Verifier must up and running on the camera. 1. Go to Integration > Push events. 2. In the Protocol drop-down list, select FTP. 3. In the Server URL field, type the server address in the following format: ftp://10.21.65.77/LPR.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Integration 4. Select Camera access. 5. Select License plate recognition. 6. Copy the IP address. In the AXIS License Plate Verifier app: 1. Go to Integration > Direct integration. 2. Add the IP address or URL to the 2N device.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Integration 15. In WebSDK port, select 443. 16. Check Allow self signed certificates. Under Security Center events data source: 17. Check Enabled. 18. In Name, type Security Center Lpr Events. 19. In Processing frequency, select 5 sec in the drop-down menu.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Integration 8. Select Self-signed, or CA-signed depending on the settings in Genetec Security Center. In Genetec Security Center: 1. Go to Genetec Security desk. 2. Under Investigation, click Reads. 3. Go to the Reads tab.
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Device info Shows the device information, including AXIS OS version and serial number. Upgrade AXIS OS: Upgrade the software on your device. Takes you to the Maintenance page where you can do the upgrade. Time sync status Shows NTP synchronization information, including if the device is in sync with an NTP server and the time remaining until the next sync.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Ongoing recordings Shows ongoing recordings and their designated storage space. Recordings: View ongoing and filtered recordings and their source. For more information, see Shows the storage space where the recording is saved.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface and it comes from the browser. Both values cover only the raw video stream and not the additional bandwidth generated when it’s transported over the network through UDP/TCP/HTTP. • Adaptive stream: Turn on to adapt the image resolution to the viewing client’s actual display resolution, to improve the user experience and help prevent a possible overload of the client’s hardware.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Important We recommend you not to use multiple image correction features at the same time, since it can lead to performance issues. Barrel distortion correction (BDC) : Turn on to get a straighter image if it suffers from barrel distortion. Barrel distortion is a lens effect that makes the image appear curved and bent outwards.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Capture settings • Camera height: Enter the distance between the camera and the ground. • Road distance: Enter the distance between the camera and the middle of the road. • Max car speed: Enter the maximum car speed.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Sharpness: Use the slider to make objects in the image appear sharper by adjusting the edge contrast. If you increase the sharpness, it may increase the bitrate and the amount of storage space needed as well.
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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.Synchronize illumination: Turn on to automatically synchronize the illumination with the surrounding light. The synchronization between day and night only works if the IR-cut filter is set to Auto or Off.Automatic illumination angle...
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Exposure mode: • Automatic: The camera adjusts the aperture, gain, and shutter automatically. • Automatic aperture : The camera adjusts the aperture and gain automatically. The shutter is fixed. • Automatic shutter : The camera adjusts the shutter and gain automatically.
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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.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Select the bitrate reduction Strength: • Off: No bitrate reduction. • Low: No visible quality degradation in most scenes. This is the default option and it can be used in all types of scenes to reduce the bitrate.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Overlays : Click to add an overlay. Select the type of overlay from the dropdown list: • Text: Select to show a text that is integrated in the live view image and visible in all views, recordings and snapshots.
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Label: Enter the text label for the x axis. Time window: Enter how long time the data is visualized. Time unit: Enter a time unit for the x axis. Y axis Label: Enter the text label for the y axis.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Lists the apps that stream metadata and the channels they use. Producer: The app that produces the metadata. Below the app is a list of the types of metadata the app streams from the device.Channel: The channel that the app uses.
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Show recordings based on storage type. Apps Add app: Install a new app.Find more apps: Find more apps to install. You will be taken to an overview page of Axis apps.Allow unsigned apps : Turn on to allow installation of unsigned apps.Allow root-privileged apps : Turn on to allow apps with root privileges full access to the device.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Synchronization: Select an option for the device’s date and time synchronization. • Automatic date and time (manual NTS KE servers): Synchronize with the secure NTP key establishment servers connected to the DHCP server.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit 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.
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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.
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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.
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Axis' implementation, the device and the authentication server authenticate themselves with digital certificates using EAP-TLS (Extensible Authentication Protocol - Transport Layer Security).To allow the device to access a network protected through certificates, you must install a signed client certificate on the device.Authentication method: Select an EAP type used for...
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To install test software or other custom software from Axis on the device, you need a custom signed AXIS OS certificate. The certificate verifies that the software is approved by both the device owner and Axis. The software can only run on a specific device which is identified by its unique serial number and chip ID.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Add SSH account: Click to add a new SSH account. • Restrict root access: Turn on to restrict functionality that requires root access. • Enable SSH: Turn on to use SSH service.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface selection. Add a condition: Click to add an additional condition. Action: Select an action from the list and enter its required information. For information about specific actions, see Get started with rules for events.
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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.
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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 software can simplify integration of data and events produced in the device to systems which are not video management software (VMS).Set up the device as an MQTT client.
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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.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface the amount of old recordings, or to comply with regulations regarding data storage. If the network storage becomes full, old recordings are removed before the selected time period passes. Tools • Test connection: Test the connection to the network share.
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When you create an ONVIF account, you automatically enable ONVIF communication. Use the account name and password for all ONVIF communication with the device. For more information see the Axis Developer Community at axis.com. Add accounts: Click to add a new ONVIF account.Account: Enter a unique account name.New password: Enter a password for the account.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Audio decoder : Select the audio decoding format for your configuration. • Select configuration: Select a user-defined configuration from the list and adjust the settings. The configurations in the drop-down list act as identifiers/names of the configuration.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface Delayed shutdown : Turn on if you want to set a delay time before the power turns off.Delay time : Set a delay time between 1 and 60 minutes.Power saving mode : Turn on to put the device into power saving mode.
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Edge-to-edge Audio pairing allows you to use a compatible Axis network speaker as if it’s part of the main device. Once paired, the network speaker acts as an audio out device where you can play audio clips and transmit sound.
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AXIS OS upgrade: Upgrade to a new AXIS OS version. New releases can contain improved functionality, bug fixes, and completely new features. We recommend you to always use the latest AXIS OS release. To download the latest release, go to axis.com/support.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit The web interface • Autorollback: Upgrade and confirm the upgrade within the set time. If you don’t confirm, the device reverts to the previous AXIS OS version. AXIS OS rollback: Revert to the previously installed AXIS OS version.
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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.
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H.265 can, without compromising image quality, reduce the size of a digital video file by more than 25% compared to H.264. 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.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit 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.
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Speaker pairing Edge-to-edge speaker pairing allows you to use a compatible Axis network speaker as if it’s part of your camera. Once paired, the speaker's features are integrated in the camera's web interface and the network speaker acts as an audio out device where you can play audio clips and transmit sound through the camera.
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The factory signs the certificate and stores it in iDRAC. When you receive the device go to AXIS Recorder Toolbox to see if your device has SCV and verify the certificate. Upon verification, the system inventory either pass or mismatch.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Specifications Specifications Product overview Grounding screw RJ45 network connector (PoE IN) RJ45 network connector (PoE OUT) Part number (P/N) and serial number (S/N) I/O connector Installation alignment mark Audio connector Power connector Safety wire...
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Specifications 10 microSD card slot 11 Control button 12 Function button 13 Status LED indicator 14 Mounting bracket 15 Connection lid 16 Camera unit 17 2x IDC network connectors (IDC IN, IDC OUT) 18 RJ45 network connector (PoE IN)
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Specifications Buttons Control button The control button is used for: • Resetting the product to factory default settings. See . • Connecting to a one-click cloud connection (O3C) service over the internet. To connect, press and hold the button for about 3 seconds until the status LED flashes green.
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Specifications Function Notes Specifications DC ground 0 V DC DC output Can be used to power auxiliary equipment. 12 V DC Note: This pin can only be used as power out. Max load = 50 mA Configurable 3–4...
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AXIS Q1800-LE-3 License Plate Verifier Kit Clean your device Clean your device You can clean your device with lukewarm water and mild, nonabrasive soap. NOTICE TICE TICE • Harsh chemicals can damage the device. Don’t use chemicals such as window cleaner or acetone to clean your device.
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Using AXIS OS 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.
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Note When you upgrade the device with the latest AXIS OS version in the active track, the product receives the latest functionality available. Always read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release before you upgrade. To find the latest AXIS OS version and the release notes, go to axis.com/support/device-software.
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For example, if AXI S1234 is in the allowlist the application accepts AXI SI234. Similarly, if AXIS 1234 is in the allowlist the application accepts AXI 1234.Go to to set the characters allowed. The connection between the application and controller or relay module doesn’t work Make sure the controller, or relay module, allows data traffic through HTTP.
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• 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 If you need more help, go to axis.com/support.
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