Axis 02741-001 PoE Wall-Mount Volume Controller
The Axis C8310 (02741-001) is a wired, PoE-powered volume controller built to give installers a physical, in-room level control for Axis network audio zones — the kind of simple hardware that gets overlooked until a conference room or retail floor needs someone besides IT to turn the paging system down. It runs entirely on Power over Ethernet, so there's no local transformer or wall-wart to plan for, and it mounts flush to a wall or recessed into a standard back box depending on the finish-out you're working with. For integrators building out Axis network audio deployments, the C8310 is the piece that hands volume control back to the room without opening a management console.
Overview
02741-001 is a dedicated hardware accessory for Axis network audio systems — not a speaker or amplifier itself, but the local control point that sits on the wall next to the door or at the front desk. Because it draws power over the same Ethernet run as data, a single cable handles both, which keeps the install simple: run one cable, terminate it, mount the plate. It's finished in white (NCS S 1002-B) with Axis product markings, so it reads as intentional hardware rather than an add-on box screwed to the drywall.
Key Features
- PoE powered: the C8310 takes its power directly from the Ethernet connection, eliminating a dedicated power run or local outlet near the mounting point — a real advantage in rooms where the only nearby infrastructure is a data drop.
- Wired connectivity: a hardwired connection avoids the dropout and pairing issues that come with wireless control accessories, which matters for a control that's expected to work every time someone reaches for it.
- IP42 rated housing: IP42 protects against dust ingress and dripping water from a near-vertical angle, appropriate for indoor commercial spaces like lobbies, offices, and retail floors — this is not an outdoor or wash-down rating, so keep it off exterior walls or areas exposed to direct spray.
- Dual mount options — wall or recessed: surface wall mounting works for retrofit jobs where you don't want to open drywall; recessed mounting gives a flush, tamper-resistant finish on new-construction or higher-traffic installs.
- Compact footprint: at 4.49 in wide, 3.66 in deep, and 0.59 in thick, the controller sits nearly flat against the wall — low profile enough that it doesn't read as a retrofit afterthought next to a light switch or badge reader.
- White finish (NCS S 1002-B): a neutral, near-white color matched to standard commercial wall finishes and switch plates, so it doesn't stand out as mismatched hardware in a finished space.
- 5-year warranty: Axis backs the 02741-001 with a 5-year manufacturer warranty, reflecting the same long-service expectation Axis applies across its hardware line — relevant for accessories that get mounted once and are expected to outlast a couple of AV refresh cycles.
Integration & Compatibility
As a wired PoE accessory, the C8310 integrates into the same network infrastructure already carrying your Axis surveillance and audio catalog — no separate low-voltage power infrastructure required. Because it shares a cable plant with IP cameras and other PoE endpoints, plan its port budget alongside the rest of the zone when you're doing PoE power budget planning for the switch closet. Pair it with network video recorders and PoE switches already in the rack so the volume controller draws from existing headroom rather than forcing a new switch purchase. The 02741-001 (often searched as 02741 001) is intended specifically for Axis network audio deployments; confirm compatibility with your specific Axis audio zone hardware before specifying it on a job.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the Axis 02741-001 need a separate power supply?
A: No. The C8310 is PoE powered, drawing power over the same Ethernet cable used for connectivity, so no local power supply or outlet is required at the mounting location.
Q: Can the 02741-001 be mounted outdoors?
A: It carries an IP42 rating, which covers dust ingress and light dripping water from near-vertical angles — suitable for indoor commercial spaces, not exterior or wash-down environments.
Q: What mounting options does the C8310 support?
A: It supports both surface wall mounting and recessed mounting into a standard back box.
Q: What's the warranty on the 02741-001?
A: It carries a 5-year manufacturer warranty.
Q: What color is the Axis C8310 volume controller?
A: It ships in a white finish (NCS S 1002-B) with Axis product markings.
The Axis 02741-001 is a small piece of hardware that solves a real friction point on network audio jobs: someone in the room needs to adjust volume without logging into a management console. It's PoE powered and wired, which keeps the install straightforward on a job that already has a data drop nearby.
Technical Highlights:
- PoE power: runs off the same Ethernet cable as connectivity, so there's no separate low-voltage power run to plan into the budget or schedule.
- IP42 rating: handles dust and light dripping water, which covers most indoor commercial spaces but rules this out for anything exposed to direct weather or hose-down cleaning.
- 4.49 in x 3.66 in x 0.59 in footprint: low profile enough to sit flush against a wall plate without looking like an afterthought retrofit.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm you've got PoE headroom on the switch port before adding the C8310 to a zone that's already running cameras and speakers off the same closet.
- IP42 is an indoor rating — don't spec this for exterior walls, breezeways, or anywhere it could see direct spray.
Good fit for a retail front-of-house or lobby paging zone where staff need hands-on volume control without opening AXIS Audio Manager every time — mount it at the front desk, wire it into the same PoE run as the zone's speakers, and hand local control to whoever's on the floor.
