
AXIS 216FD/216FD-V Network Cameras
Discreet cameras for demanding indoor video surveillance
AXIS 216FD-V is a discreet fixed dome network camera
specifically adapted for indoor environments potentially
exposed to vandalism. AXIS 216FD has a lighter, tamperresistant casing and is also suitable for indoor video
surveillance. AXIS 216FD network cameras are easy to install,
allowing flexible mounting on wall or ceiling.
AXIS 216FD network cameras offer the high image quality
customers have come to expect from Axis products. With
progressive scan and 30 frames per second in full VGA
resolution, AXIS 216FD cameras make sure that nothing goes
unnoticed.
With two-way audio support, AXIS 216FD network cameras
allow remote users to not only view but also listen to and
communicate with visitors and intruders.
The event management capabilities ensure efficient use
of the cameras in the network video system. This includes
multi-window video motion detection, audio detection, active
tampering alarm and alarm buffering.
DISCREET AND COMPACT DESIGN
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SuPERIOR IMAGE quAlITy
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TWO-WAy AuDIO SuPPORT
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POWERFul EVENT MANAGEMENT
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The AXIS 216FD family offers a choice
of professional networked fixed dome
solutions for exposed indoor locations.
Compact and discreet, they are ideal for
the indoor surveillance of stores, schools,
prisons, banks and other office buildings.

RELIABLE, DISCREET VIDEO
Versatile adjustment of
camera angle at installation
Image
balance
ring
Tilt adjustment
screw
Locking screw
for pan adjustment
94 mm (3.7")
144 mm (5.7") 89 mm (3.5")
127 mm (5")
132 mm (5.2")
Axis
network
cameras
PoE switch
Facilitate the installation by
powering the cameras via a
Power over Ethernet-enabled
switch.
Computer
Monitor the
cameras remotely
over the WAN or
Internet network.
Computer with
video manage-
ment software
Monitor, record and
play back video.
Microphone
Use the built-in micro-
phone or an external
audio device to listen in on
an area.
Loudspeaker
Give instructions, orders or
provide help by connecting
a loudspeaker to the camera.
AXIS 216FD
Network Camera
SURVEILLANCE
AXIS 216FD-V is a vandal-resistant fixed dome network
camera designed for indoor use. Its metal base and durable
transparent cover provide excellent protection against
vandalism – while offering the same superior camera
performance as AXIS 216FD.
AXIS 216FD network cameras have a discreet and compact
fixed dome design that make them the perfect choice for
indoor environments where a low camera profile is an
important factor – such as stores, banks, schools and prisons.
POWERFUL VIDEO
AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
With AXIS 216FD network cameras, video can be accessed
at any time, from any computer anywhere. AXIS 216FD
network cameras also allow for powerful event management
with multi-window motion detection, audio
detection, active tampering alarm and I/O (input/
output) for connecting devices such as external relays
and sensors to activate lights or open/close doors.
Pre- and post-alarm buffering secures images just before and
after an alarm. AXIS 216FD network cameras are supported
by AXIS Camera Station video management software, which
offers remote video monitoring, recording and playback.
OPEN PROGRAMMING INTERFACE FOR
CUSTOMIZED APPLICATIONS
AXIS 216FD network cameras include VAPIX®, the industrystandard application programming interface (API) from
Axis Communications, which facilitates the development of
customized software solutions. It also ensures compatibility
with the market’s widest range of third-party applications,
available via Axis Application Development Partners.
SUPERIOR IMAGE QUALITY
Thanks to the high-quality progressive scan sensor and
advanced image processing, AXIS 216FD network cameras
deliver crisp and clear images even in low-light conditions.
SIMULTANEOUS MOTION JPEG AND MPEG-4
AXIS 216FD network cameras offer simultaneous Motion
JPEG and MPEG-4. Video streams can be optimized for image
quality and bandwidth efficiency by configuration of frame
rate, resolution, compression level and format – offering up to
30 frames per second in VGA resolution.
TWO-WAY AUDIO SUPPORT
The audio support includes the option of using the built-in
microphone or connecting external speakers and microphones.
This enables remote users to listen in on an area and
communicate instructions, orders or requests to visitors or
intruders. Audio can be disabled when inappropriate.
EASY INSTALLATION
AXIS 216FD network cameras are quick and easy
to install. They allow flexible mounting on wall,
hard or drop ceiling and versatile adjustment by panning,
tilting and rotating the varifocal lens to any camera angle.
Smoked transparent cover and drop ceiling mount kit are
options for further discretion.
POWER OVER ETHERNET
Power over Ethernet allows power to be delivered to
the AXIS 216FD network cameras via the network,
reducing cabling requirements and installation
costs. This also means that continuous
power can be guaranteed by the
use of a UPS (Uninterruptible
Power Supply).

ADVANCED SECuRITy
AND NETWORk MANAGEMENT
AXIS 216FD network cameras are supported by AXIS Camera
Management, which offers centralized management of
AXIS 216FD and other Axis network video devices. It locates
and shows connection status, sets IP addresses, configures
single or multiple units and manages firmware upgrades
and user access rights. AXIS 216FD network cameras offer
a comprehensive set of network security features, such as
multi-level password protection, IP address filtering and
HTTPS encryption.
AXIS 216FD network cameras support Quality of Service
(QoS), which enables reservation of network capacity and
prioritization of mission-critical surveillance in a QoS-aware
network. Support for IPv6 is included in addition to IPv4, as
insurance against the growing shortage of IP addresses,
eliminating the need for network address translation and
simplifying configuration in an IPv6 enabled network.
Versatile adjustment of
camera angle at installation
Image
balance
ring
Tilt adjustment
screw
Locking screw
for pan adjustment
94 mm (3.7")
144 mm (5.7") 89 mm (3.5")
127 mm (5")
132 mm (5.2")
Axis
network
cameras
PoE switch
Facilitate the installation by
powering the cameras via a
Power over Ethernet-enabled
switch.
Computer
Monitor the
cameras remotely
over the WAN or
Internet network.
Computer with
video management software
Monitor, record and
play back video.
Microphone
Use the built-in micro-
phone or an external
audio device to listen in on
an area.
Loudspeaker
Give instructions, orders or
provide help by connecting
a loudspeaker to the camera.
AXIS 216FD
Network Camera
AXIS 216FD/216FD-V: A TyPICAl INSTAllATION

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - AXIS 216FD/AXIS 216FD-V NETWORK CAMERAS
Models
Image Sensor
Lens
Angle of view
Camera angle
adjustment
Minimum illumination
Video compression
Resolutions
Frame rate
Video streaming
Image settings
Shutter time
Audio
Security
Users
Alarm and event
management
Connectors
Casing
AXIS 216FD: Tamper-resistant casing
AXIS 216FD-V: Vandal-resistant casing
1/4” Micron progressive scan RGB CMOS
Fujinon, F1.3 varifocal 2.8-10 mm, DC-iris
Focus range: 0.3 m to infinity
20°-73° horizontal
Pan 360°, tilt 170°, rotation 340°
1 lux, F1.3
Motion JPEG
MPEG-4 Part 2 (ISO/IEC 14496-2) with motion estimation
Profiles: ASP and SP
9 resolutions from 640x480 to 160x120 via API
6 selections via configuration web page
Up to 30 fps in all resolutions (Motion JPEG or MPEG-4)
Simultaneous Motion JPEG and MPEG-4
Controllable frame rate and bandwidth
Constant and variable bit rate (MPEG-4)
Compression levels: 100
Rotation: 0º, 180º
Mirroring
Configurable color level, brightness, sharpness, white
balance, exposure control, fine tuning of behavior at low
light
Overlay capabilities: time, date, text, image or privacy mask
1/15000 s to 1/4 s
Two-way (half duplex), one-way or audio off
Built-in microphone, external microphone input or line
input. Mono audio output (line level) connects to active
speaker with built-in amplifier
Audio compression
AAC LC 8 kHz 32 kbit/s, G.711 PCM 64 kbit/s,
G.726 ADPCM 32 or 24 kbit/s
Multiple user access levels with password protection
IP address filtering,
HTTPS encryption
IEEE 802.1X network access control
User access log
20 simultaneous users
Unlimited number of users using multicast (MPEG-4)
Events triggered by video motion detection, audio detection,
active tampering alarm, external input or according to a
schedule
Image upload over FTP, email and HTTP
Notification over TCP, email, HTTP and external output
Pre- and post alarm buffer of 9 MB (400 images or more,
in full 640x480 resolution)
RJ-45 for Ethernet 10BaseT/100BaseTX
DC jack
Terminal block for 1 alarm input and 1 output
3.5 mm jack for Mic in (max 80 mVpp) or Line mono input
(max 6.4 Vpp)
3.5 mm jack for Line mono output (max 1.3 Vpp) to active
speaker
AXIS 216FD: Polycarbonate base and polycarbonate
transparent cover
AXIS 216FD-V: 1000 kg (2200 lbs) impact-resistant
casing with metal base and durable polycarbonate
transparent cover
Tamper-proof mounting on wall, hard or drop ceiling
Processors, memory
and clock
Power
Operating conditions
Installation,
management and
maintenance
Video access from
web browser
Minimum
web browsing
requirements
System integration
support
Supported protocols
Included accessories
Video management
software (not incl.)
Accessories (not incl.)
Approvals
Dimensions (HxWxD)
and weight
CPU, video processing and compression: ARTPEC-A
RAM: 32 MB, Flash: 8 MB
Battery backed-up real-time clock
4.9-5.1 V DC max 3.6 W
Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) Class 1
0–50 ºC (32–122 ºF)
Humidity 20-80% RH (non-condensing)
AXIS Camera Management tool on CD and web-based
configuration
Configuration of backup and restore
Firmware upgrades over HTTP or FTP, firmware available at
www.axis.com
Camera live view
Video recording to file (ASF)
Sequence tour for up to 20 Axis video sources
Customizable HTML pages
Pentium III CPU 500 MHz or higher, or equivalent AMD,
128 MB RAM
DirectX 9 compatible graphics board, Direct Draw
Windows XP, 2000, Internet Explorer 6.x or later
For other operating systems and browsers see
www.axis.com/techsup
Open API for application integration including VAPIX® from
Axis Communiciations*, AXIS Media Control SDK*, event
trigger data in video stream
Quality of Service (QoS) Layer 3, DiffServ Model
Embedded Linux operating system
* Available at www.axis.com
IPv4/v6, HTTP with Digest Authentication, HTTPS, SSL/TLS*,
TCP, QoS, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), RTSP, RTP, UDP, IGMP,
RTCP, SMTP, FTP, ICMP, DHCP, UPnP, Bonjour, ARP, DNS,
DynDNS, SOCKS, NTP, IEEE 802.1X
More information on protocol usage available at
www.axis.com
* This product includes software developed by the Open SSL Project for
use in the Open SSL Tool kit (www.openssl.org)
Installation Guide, CD with User’s Manual, demo software,
installation and management tools, mounting and
connector kits, power supply 5.1 V DC, licenses for 1
encoder and 1 decoder, decoder software for Windows
AXIS Camera Station - Video management software for
viewing, recording and archiving up to 25 cameras
See www.axis.com/partner/adp_partners.htm
for more software applications via partners
Tamper-resistant casing with smoked transparent cover
Vandal-resistant casing with smoked transparent cover
Drop ceiling mount kit (AXIS 216FD)
Multi-user decoder license pack
EN 55022 Class B, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3,
EN 55024, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, ICES-003 Class B,
VCCI Class B, C-tick AS/NZS CISPR 22, EN 60950
Power supply: EN 60950, UL, CSA
94 x 144 x 132 mm (3.7” x 5.7” x 5.2”)
Weight AXIS 216FD: 425 g (0.94 lb) excl. power supply
AXIS 216FD-V: 580 g (1.28 lb) excl. power supply
31217/EN/R2/0803
www.axis.com
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