26 Mar 2015
AXIS C3003-E Network Horn Speaker is a simple-to-install outdoor loudspeaker that provides clear, long-range speech for remote speaking over a network. When used together with video surveillance, AXIS C3003-E enables an operator to remotely address people and deter unwanted activity. The loudspeaker is ideal for enhancing video surveillance installations in outdoor areas such as parking structures, construction and critical infrastructure sites, and public squares.
Axis Communications, the global leader in
network video, today launched AXIS C3003-E, the first open standard, network
loudspeaker for remote speaking. AXIS C3003-E is simple to install and
integrate into a video surveillance system or an IP telephony system, making
announcements possible from anywhere with network connectivity.
“AXIS C3003-E is really an IoT (Internet of Things) device that provides many
advantages because it is connected to an IP network,” says Peter Lindström,
Director of New Business at Axis. “For instance, you can assign a regular phone
number to the loudspeaker and simply dial in to it to get heard. It enables
integration with just about anything.”
Complementing Axis’ network video offering, AXIS C3003-E was developed in close
cooperation with customers in the video surveillance industry. The
loudspeaker’s benefits include lower installation costs, easy integration and
ensured reliability. It allows customers to easily add a remote speaking
function to their surveillance system to deter crime or other unwanted
activities.
“Horn speakers allow our operators to immediately intervene when video
analytics alerts us of trespassing at customer sites,” says Lars Kämpe,
Business Development Manager at Securitas, which equips virtually all of its
outdoor perimeter protection installations with loudspeakers. “Normally, a
trespasser will flee the scene when notified of his detection. This saves cost
for our customers due to reduced damages and also no unnecessary callouts.”
AXIS C3003-E is a self-contained loudspeaker that offers signal transmission,
decoding, amplification and speaker all in one unit. Unlike many analog
speakers, there is no need for AXIS C3003-E to connect to a separate amplifier
or to a network camera to plug into a network. As a standalone unit, AXIS
C3003-E can be placed anywhere, enabling a flexible, scalable and
cost-effective approach to system design. An external power supply is also not
required, thanks to the speaker’s support for Power over Ethernet (PoE). With
one network cable, AXIS C3003-E receives power and plugs directly into a video
management system and/or Voice over IP (VoIP) telephony system.
The loudspeaker offers a high sound pressure level for intelligible speech over
long distances. It enables high-quality voices, thanks to advanced signal
processing. An innovative feature in AXIS C3003-E is the unique Auto Speaker
Test, which can check that the speaker is in working order by providing audio
feedback to the system.
“Securitas has worked with analog loudspeakers until now,” says Kämpe. “With
analog loudspeakers, there is always an uncertainty since there is no way to
remotely detect if they are actually working correctly. AXIS C3003-E allows us
to remotely monitor the heartbeat of the speaker and check the sound quality.
The speaker also supports PoE, which makes it easier to install and lowers
installation costs. It also gives us the possibility to use pre-recorded
messages. With Axis’ loudspeaker, our customer proposition is greatly
enhanced.”
AXIS C3003-E can play a pre-recorded audio file when it is manually or
automatically triggered in response to an alarm event. The speaker comes with
pre-recorded audio files such as trespassing and emergency messages, and allows
users to upload their own audio.
The loudspeaker easily integrates with video management systems. Compatible
software include those from Aimetis Corp., Genetec, Milestone Systems and NICE
Systems, as well as the forthcoming AXIS Camera Station 4.20, which is aimed at
small and mid-sized installations. AXIS C3003-E also integrates with VoIP
telephony systems that use SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), enabling users to
call the loudspeaker and make announcements even from their mobile phone. As a
network product, each AXIS C3003-E can be selectively addressed since each has
a unique IP address.
AXIS C3003-E will be available through Axis distribution channels
on 9th April.
Axis Communications (UK Ltd)
Website
T: 01582 283760
1 Capability Green
LU1 3LU
Luton, Bedfordshire
United Kingdom
Axis offers intelligent security solutions that enable a smarter, safer world. As the market leaderin network video, Axis is driving the industry by continually launching innovative networkproducts based on an open platform - delivering high value to customers through a globalpartner network. Axis has long-term relationships with partners and provides them withknowledge and ground-breaking network products in existing and new markets.
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