Axis Communications P1245 Mk II Overview
The Axis P1245 Mk II (MPN 02857-001) is a modular standard surveillance camera designed for indoor deployments requiring flexible sensor placement and forensic-grade image quality. This 2 MP fixed camera combines a compact main processing unit with a detachable FA1105 sensor module, enabling extended cable runs up to 8 meters (26 feet) for installations where camera and controller separation is required. The modular architecture delivers 1080p resolution with 111° horizontal field of view, WDR Forensic Capture for high-contrast environments, and integrated deep learning processing for on-camera analytics.
Axis Communications P1245 Mk II Key Features
- 1920x1080 (1080p) HDTV Resolution — Captures full HD video at up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) across all compression formats, supporting multiple resolution crops (16:9, 16:10, 4:3) for flexible streaming and recording configurations.
- Wide 111° Horizontal Field of View — M12-mount fixed lens with 2.8mm focal length, F2.0 aperture, and 0.2-meter minimum focus distance; includes fixed iris and 2.8 µm pixel size CMOS sensor for consistent image geometry.
- WDR Forensic Capture — Advanced wide dynamic range processing preserves detail in both highlights and shadows, critical for forensic video evidence and high-contrast scenes such as entrances with strong backlighting.
- Deep Learning Processing Unit (DLPU) — Onboard deep learning compute capabilities enable edge-based video analytics without reliance on external servers, reducing bandwidth and supporting intelligent detection and classification tasks.
- Multi-Stream Compression with Zipstream — Supports H.265 (HEVC Main Profile), H.264 (Baseline, Main, and High Profiles), and Motion JPEG with configurable VBR/ABR/MBR bitrate modes; Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 and H.265 reduces bandwidth and storage consumption while preserving forensic quality.
- PoE Single-Cable Power and Control — Powered via PoE (802.3af) on the main unit, eliminating separate power cabling and simplifying installation in distributed sensor deployments; detachable 8-meter sensor cable with built-in M12 connector.
- Modular Sensor Architecture — Compact main processing unit connects to the separate FA1105 sensor module via detachable cable with integrated connector; metal mounting nuts included for secure installation and field maintenance without proprietary tools.
- Edge Storage and microSD Support — Built-in microSD card slot enables local video storage for continuous recording and failover scenarios, supporting extended retention without network connectivity.
- Flexible Image Control — Configurable saturation, contrast, brightness, sharpness, white balance, exposure mode, frame rate, and bandwidth; supports image rotation (0°, 90°, 180°, 270°) including corridor format, dynamic text and image overlay, and polygon privacy masking.
- High Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) — Exceeds 55 dB at 0.2 lux (50 IRE) with F2.0 aperture, enabling clean imagery in low-light indoor environments; configurable shutter speed from 1/16,500 to 1/5 second adapts to varying lighting conditions.
- Robust Network Stack — IPv4/IPv6, HTTP/HTTPS, RTSP/RTSPS, FTP/SFTP, SSH, MQTT 3.1.1, NTP/PTP, secure syslog (RFC 3164/5424), and DNS/DDNS support; 802.1X EAP-TLS authentication and IEEE 802.1AR for enterprise security integration.
- ONVIF Compliance and VMS Integration — ONVIF Profile G, M, S, and T support ensures compatibility with major VMS platforms; OpenAPI integration includes VAPIx metadata and AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) for custom application deployment.
Axis Communications P1245 Mk II Integration and Compatibility
The P1245 Mk II integrates with enterprise video management systems via ONVIF Profiles G, M, S, and T, supporting seamless integration into Milestone, Genetec, and other standards-compliant VMS deployments. One-click cloud connection simplifies remote commissioning and cloud-based management workflows. The SoC features a full-featured network stack supporting IPv4/IPv6, HTTP/HTTPS/TLS, RTSP/RTSPS, SSH, MQTT 3.1.1, NTP/PTP/NTS, and secure syslog over UDP/TCP/TLS for integration into network infrastructure and security operations centers. Open API support through VAPIx and ACAP enables software integrators to develop and deploy custom analytics and metadata-driven applications directly on the camera. The modular sensor architecture with 8-meter detachable cable supports remote mounting scenarios typical of retail, industrial, and institutional deployments where physical camera placement and processing unit location must be separated. PoE power (802.3af) eliminates secondary power lines, simplifying cabling runs and supporting IEEE 802.1X (EAP-TLS) authenticated network access for zero-trust deployments.
Axis Communications P1245 Mk II Package Contents
- AXIS P1245 Mk II main processing unit
- AXIS FA1105 sensor module with integrated M12 connector
- 8-meter (26-foot) detachable sensor cable
- Metal mounting nuts for installation
