AXIS Video Motion Detection 3
Application Overview
Application Overview
AXIS Video Motion Detection 3 is an application that detects moving objects in the camera’s eld of view. When a moving object is
detected, AXIS Video Motion Detection 3 sends an alarm that can be used by Axis network cameras and video encoders, and by
third-party software, to, for example, record video or send a notication.
To use AXIS Video Motion Detection 3, the application must rst be uploaded to the Axis product and it must be started. To avoid
detecting unwanted objects, the application should be congured. Include and exclude areas are used to dene the parts of the scene
in which moving objects should be detected. Ignore lters can be used to avoid detecting objects such as shadows of swaying trees,
lights from passing cars and small animals regardless of where in the scene the objects appear.
During conguration, visual conrmation can be used to help understand the effect of the different lters. When visual conrmation
is enabled, red polygons show which objects the application detects and green polygons show which objects the application ignores.
Requirements
AXIS Video Motion Detection 3 can be installed in Axis network cameras and video encoders that support AXIS Camera Application
Platform. The application is intended for xed cameras and xed domes. A complete list of compatible products and rmware
versions is available at www.axis.com/applications
The application does not require any license.
For full functionality, Internet Explorer and AXIS Media Control (AMC) are required when conguring the application.
Considerations
Before using AXIS Video Motion Detection 3, take the following into consideration:
• Small and distant objects might not be detected.
• Detection accuracy may be affected by weather conditions such as heavy rain or snow.
• Make sure that the lighting conditions are within the Axis product’s specication. Add additional lighting if needed.
• Make sure that the camera is not subject to excessive vibrations. Vibrations might cause false detections.
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