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  • Page 1 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit User manual...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Check the current AXIS OS version ........

  • Page 3: Installation

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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

    For more information, see the Connector Kit FAKRA Installation Guide. 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: Create An Administrator Account

    1. Open a browser and type the IP address or host name of the Axis device. If you do not know the IP address, use AXIS IP Utility or AXIS Device Manager to find the device on the network. 2. Type the username and password. If you access the device for the first time, you must create an administrator account. See Create an administrator account on page 5 .

  • Page 6: Configure Your Device

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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.
  • Page 7 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device Reduce image processing time with low latency mode You can optimize the image processing time of your live stream by turning on low latency mode. The latency in your live stream is reduced to a minimum.
  • Page 8 Use corridor format to better utilize the full field of view in a long and narrow area, for example a staircase, hallway, road, or tunnel. 1. Depending on your device, turn the camera or the 3-axis lens in the camera 90° or 270°.
  • Page 9 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device 1. Go to Video > Image and click 2. Click for Pixel counter. 3. In the camera’s live view, adjust the size and position of the rectangle around the area of interest, for example where you expect faces to appear.

  • Page 10: View And Record Video

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device 7. Select the image and a position. You can also drag the overlay image in the live view to change the position. Show a text overlay You can add a text field as an overlay in the video stream. This is useful for example when you want to display the date, time or a company name in the video stream.

  • Page 11: Set Up Rules For Events

    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.
  • Page 12 Note When you turn on power saving mode, the IR illumination range is reduced. Make sure that AXIS Object Analytics is running: 1. Go to Apps > AXIS Object Analytics. 2. Start the application if it is not already running.
  • Page 13 Show a text overlay in the video stream when the device detects an object This example explains how to display the text “Motion detected” when the device detects an object. Make sure that AXIS Object Analytics is running: 1. Go to Apps > AXIS Object Analytics.
  • Page 14 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 15 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device 1. Go to System > Detectors > Audio detection. 2. Adjust the sound level according to your needs. Create a rule: 1. Go to System > Events and add a rule.
  • Page 16 Set up motion detection: 1. Go to Apps and start and open AXIS Object Analytics. 2. Create an object in area scenario for vehicles, with an include area that covers the entrance of the gate. Create a rule: 1.
  • Page 17 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device 2. Type a name for the rule. 3. In the list of conditions, under I/O, select Supervised input tampering is active. 4. Select the relevant port. 5. In the list of actions, under Notifications, select Send notification to email and then select the recipient from the list.

  • Page 18: Audio

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Configure your device Send an email automatically if someone spray paints the lens Activate the tampering detection: 1. Go to System > Detectors > Camera tampering. 2. Set a value for Trigger delay. The value indicates the time that must pass before an email is sent.

  • Page 19: The Web Interface

    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.

  • Page 20: Video

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Shows ongoing recordings and their designated storage space. Recordings: View ongoing and filtered recordings and their source. For more information, see Recordings on page 29 Shows the storage space where the recording is saved.

  • Page 21: Installation

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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.
  • Page 22 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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 23 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface balance algorithm. This behavior can be overridden by choosing a fixed white balance setting that matches the light source you want to use as a reference. Light environment: • Automatic: Automatic identification and compensation for the light source color. This is the recommended setting which can be used in most situations.
  • Page 24 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface • Flicker-reduced 60 Hz : This is the same as flicker-free, but the camera might use shutter speeds faster than 1/120 s for brighter scenes. • Manual : The aperture, gain, and shutter are fixed.
  • Page 25 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 26 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface • Average: Select to automatically adjust the bitrate over a longer time period and provide the best possible image quality based on the available storage. Click to calculate the target bitrate based on available storage, retention time, and bitrate limit.
  • Page 27 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.

  • Page 28: Analytics

    AXIS Object Analytics Start: Click to start AXIS Object Analytics. The application will run in the background, and you can create rules for events based on the application’s current settings.Open: Click to open AXIS Object Analytics. The application opens up in a new browser tab where you can configure its settings.

  • Page 29: Audio Enhancement

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Allow stream extraction : Turn on to allow stream extraction.Input type: Select the type of input, for instance, if it’s a microphone or line.Power type: Select power type for your input.Apply changes: Apply your selection.Echo cancellation Turn on to remove echoes during two-way communication.Separate gain controls...

  • Page 30: Apps

    The web interface 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.
  • Page 31 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Max NTP poll time: Select the maximum amount of time the device should wait before it polls the NTP server to get an updated time. Min NTP poll time: Select the minimum amount of time the device should wait before it polls the NTP server to get an updated time.
  • Page 32 • Specify all subdomains in a specific domain, for example .<domain name>.com 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.
  • Page 33 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 34 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...
  • Page 35 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.
  • Page 36 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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.Repeat password: Enter...
  • Page 37 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Client ID: Enter the OpenID username.Outgoing Proxy: Enter the proxy address for the OpenID connection to use a proxy server.Admin claim: Enter a value for the admin role.Provider URL: Enter the web link for the API endpoint authentication. Format should be https://[insert URL]/.well-known/openid-configurationOperator claim: Enter a value for the operator role.Require claim:...
  • Page 38 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 39 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.
  • Page 40 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Connect: Turn on or off the MQTT client.Status: Shows the current status of the MQTT client.BrokerHost: Enter the hostname or IP address of the MQTT server.Protocol: Select which protocol to use.Port: Enter the port number.
  • Page 41 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 42: Stream Profiles

    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.
  • Page 43 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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 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.Repeat password: Enter the same password again.Role:...

  • Page 44: Power Settings

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Detectors Camera tampering The camera tampering detector generates an alarm when the scene changes, for example, when the lens is covered, sprayed or severely put out of focus, and the time in Trigger delay has passed. The tampering detector only activates when the camera has not moved for at least 10 seconds.

  • Page 45: Power Meter

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit The web interface Power meter Energy usage Shows the current power usage, average power usage, maximum power usage, and power consumption over time. context menu contains: • Export: Click to export the chart data.

  • Page 46: Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 47: Troubleshoot

    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. Troubleshoot Reset PTR : Reset PTR if for some reason the Pan, Tilt, or Roll settings aren’t working as expected.

  • Page 48: Learn More

    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 49 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.
  • Page 50 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit 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 51: Applications

    AXIS People Counter AXIS People Counter is an analytic application that you can install on a network camera. You can use the application to count how many people pass through an entrance, in what direction they pass, and if more than one person passes during a predefined interval.
  • Page 52 The primary camera continuously fetches data from the secondary cameras and presents the data in the live view. Every fifteen minutes, the primary camera sends the statistical data to AXIS Store Data Manager.
  • Page 53 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 54: Cybersecurity

    For in-depth information about cybersecurity in AXIS OS, read the AXIS OS Hardening guide. Axis security notification service Axis provides a notification service with information about vulnerability and other security related matters for Axis devices. To receive notifications, you can subscribe at axis.com/security-notification-service.

  • Page 55: Specifications

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Specifications Specifications Product overview MicroSD card slot 4x FAKRA connectors Power connector Network connector (PoE) Control button LED indicators Status LED Indication Green Steady green for normal operation. Amber Steady during startup. Flashes when restoring settings.

  • Page 56: Sd Card Slot

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Specifications SD card slot NOTICE TICE TICE • Risk of damage to SD card. Don’t use sharp tools, metal objects, or excessive force when inserting or removing the SD card. Use your fingers to insert and remove the card.

  • Page 57: Power Connector

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Specifications DC output 12 VDC Max load = 50 mA Can be used to power auxiliary equipment. Note: This pin can only be used as power out. 3–6 Configurable Digital input – Connect to pin 1 to activate, or leave floating...
  • Page 58 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Specifications DC power input:...
  • Page 59 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Specifications Note If the device has been without power before it is turned on, a delay occurs before Delayed shutdown is activated. 1. Connect to ignition control on the 3-pin terminal block. 2. Go to the device’s web interface.

  • Page 60: Clean Your Device

    AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Clean your device Clean your device NOTICE TICE TICE • Avoid cleaning in direct sunlight or elevated temperatures, since this can cause stains. 1. To avoid stains, dry the device with a clean, nonabrasive cloth.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting

    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.

  • Page 62: Technical Issues, Clues, And Solutions

    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.
  • Page 63 IP addresses obtained from a DHCP server are dynamic and may change. If the IP address has been changed by DHCP changed, use AXIS IP Utility or AXIS Device Manager to locate the device on the network. Identify the device using its model or serial number, or by the DNS name (if the name has been configured).If required, a static IP address can be assigned manually.

  • Page 64: Performance Considerations

    • 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.
  • Page 65 User manual Ver. M1.13 AXIS F9104-B Mk II Main Unit Date: March 2025 © Axis Communications AB, 2025 Part no. T10201497...

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