Axis Introduces First Video Servers in the New Generation of Network Video Products.

Security Editors and Reporters/High-Tech Writers

CHELMSFORD, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Feb. 24, 2004

Axis Communications, the global leader in the network video market, introduced today the AXIS 241 video server family, the first in the company's series of new-generation network video products. The product family includes the AXIS 241S, a single-channel video server, and the AXIS 241Q, a four-channel video server, which are designed to convert analog CCTV systems to Internet Protocol (IP)-based systems.

The AXIS 241S and 241Q are built around Axis' new ARTPEC-2 video compression chip and include new functionalities such as event management based on triggered or scheduled events, built-in motion detection and full frame rates (30 frames per second) simultaneously across all video channels. Both video servers are based on Motion JPEG compression and provide 10 different resolutions, up to 768 x 576 pixels.

"With the AXIS 241 product family, Axis is offering customers improved performance at a new price level," said Fredrik Nilsson, general manager of Axis Communications. "We currently have the best selling video servers in the world, and the AXIS 241S and 241Q will continue to improve upon our market leadership."

The new video server family includes a built-in, advanced security package with support for the HTTPs protocol and IP address filtering, which allows only authorized IP addresses to access video. The video servers also include multi-level password protection and support for configuration backup.

The AXIS 241S (MSRP $799) and 241Q (MSRP $1,299) are currently available through Axis' distribution channels. Axis plans to introduce blade versions of the video servers for use with the AXIS Rack Solution during Q2, 2004.

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.