Axis Communications PTZ Network Camera Wins Product Achievement Award.

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

CHELMSFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 8, 2003

Axis Communications, a leader in the network video market, announced today that the AXIS 2130 PTZ Network Camera with pan, tilt and zoom (PTZ) capabilities has won the Security Industry Associations' (SIA) Product Achievement Award for Digital Video.

A panel of 15 judges, representing a cross-section of the security industry, selected the AXIS 2130 during the SIA New Product Showcase at last month's ISC EXPO in Las Vegas.

Images from the AXIS 2130 can be viewed and maneuvered via a standard Web browser, allowing the surveillance of large areas with a single camera where several stationary network cameras would normally be needed. The camera's flexibility, cost effectiveness and ease-of-use make it an ideal solution for surveillance and remote monitoring purposes. In addition, the AXIS 2130 delivers real-time images to up to 20 simultaneous users.

"We are honored that the SIA has recognized our innovation and market leadership in network video products with such a competitive award," said Michael Engstrom, general manager for Axis Communications. "We listen to our customers' needs to develop compelling and unique products that anticipate market demands with unparalleled functionality."

The AXIS 2130 contains a built-in Web server, compression chip and operating system, enabling it to connect to the computer network in minutes and to transmit images over an intranet or the Internet. This allows users to view images and remotely control the camera's sophisticated, interactive PTZ capabilities via a Web browser. In addition, it can be mounted in an upright position or upside down in the ceiling for greater flexibility.

The AXIS 2130 is currently available through Axis' standard distribution channels.

About Axis

Axis increases the value of network solutions. The company is an innovative market leader in network video and print servers. Axis' products and solutions are focused on applications such as security, surveillance, remote monitoring and document management. The products are based on in-house developed chip technology, which is also sold to third parties.

Axis was founded in 1984 and is listed on the Stockholmsborsen (XSSE: AXIS). Axis operates globally with offices in 14 countries and in cooperation with distributors, system integrators and OEM partners in 70 countries. Markets outside Sweden account for more than 95% of sales. Information about Axis can be found at www.axis.com.