Dubai, UAE - 27th November 2007- Axis Communications, the global leader in network video¹, announced today, the vandal-resistant, instant one-click pan/tilt/zoom AXIS 212 PTZ-V Network Camera. The camera is based on the revolutionary AXIS 212 PTZ that introduced pan/tilt/zoom functionality, and automatic patrolling, without wear and tear on moving parts. 

"Combining a vandal-resistant casing and a unique set of features, the AXIS 212 PTZ-V more than fulfills the market's need for a reliable cost-efficient, and tamper-resistant video surveillance solution," said Gilles Ortega, Country Manager, of Axis Communications, MENA.  "AXIS 212 PTZ-V provides an overview of the whole monitored area whereas conventional PTZ cameras only allow the user to pan, tilt, and zoom in a limited area."

AXIS 212 PTZ-V, with its metal base and durable, transparent cover provides excellent protection against vandalism. This makes the camera ideal for indoor video surveillance in demanding environments like schools, shops, banks, and receptions, where an overview of the whole area is essential. The instantaneous pan/tilt/zoom feature enables quick and precise monitoring of suspicious activity.

AXIS 212 PTZ-V combines a 3 megapixel sensor with a wide-angle lens, providing VGA resolution, which ensures the same high quality image for the overview as for the close up. With no moving parts the camera alternates instantly between full overview and instant pan/tilt/zoom, without wear and tear, or noise. Equipped with Power over Ethernet capability, the network camera uses one Ethernet cable for both power and video, making installation quick and cost efficient.

The camera supports IPv6 in addition to the standard IP protocol version 4 as insurance against the growing shortage of IPv4 addresses. It also offers a comprehensive set of network security and management capabilities such as multiple user access levels, HTTPS encryption, IEEE 802.1X, and IP address filtering that ensure secure video handling and configuration.

AXIS 212 PTZ-V is supported by the industry's largest range of application software through the Axis Application Development Partner program, and the AXIS Camera Station video management software.

AXIS 212 PTZ-V will be available through Axis' distribution channels in Q4.

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¹Axis Communications is the global market leader of the network video market. The world market for network cameras alone will be worth more than $1 billion by 2010. The network camera market is set to have a CAGR of close to 38 percent per year over the next five years to reach a value of $1.3 billion by 2010, according to industry analyst house IMS Research (www.imsresearch.com) in its latest market report entitled 'The World Market for CCTV and Video Surveillance Equipment 2006 Edition' published in October 2006.

Axis is an IT company offering network video solutions for professional installations. The company is the global market leader in network video, driving the ongoing shift from analog to digital video surveillance. Axis products and solutions focus on security surveillance and remote monitoring, and are based on innovative, open technology platforms. Axis is a Swedish-based company, operating worldwide with offices in 18 countries and cooperating with partners in more than 70 countries. Founded in 1984, Axis is listed on the OMX Nordic Exchange, Large Cap and Information Technology. For more information about Axis, please visit our website at www.axis.com.

For further information about Axis Communications in MENA region, please contact:
Gilles Ortega,
Country Manager, MENA,
Axis Communications
Tel: 009714- 6091873
Email: gilles.ortega@axis.com

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