Axis Q1972-E Thermal Bullet Camera

Axis Communications Q1972-E 10mm Thermal Network Camera Overview

The Axis Q1972-E 10mm thermal camera (MPN 03027-001) is a fixed-lens outdoor thermal imaging solution engineered for perimeter defense, critical infrastructure monitoring, and 24/7 surveillance in complete darkness. Built on the ARTPEC-8 system-on-chip with deep learning processing capabilities, this camera delivers VGA (640×480) thermal imagery at 30 fps with intelligent motion detection, shock detection, and support for AI-powered analytics through the AXIS Camera Application Platform.

The 10mm fixed lens delivers a 63° horizontal field of view with 2.8m near focus distance, optimized for wide-area thermal monitoring at close to mid-range distances. With an NETD sensitivity of less than 20 mK at 25°C and F1.0 aperture, this camera achieves high thermal contrast in extreme conditions—fog, smoke, rain, and complete darkness—where visible-light cameras fail.

Axis Q1972-E 10mm Key Features

• High-Performance Thermal Sensor: Uncooled microbolometer with 640×480 pixel resolution (scalable to 800×600 SVGA), spectral range 8–14 μm, and NETD sensitivity under 20 mK at F1.0 for superior thermal contrast and object detection in zero-light environments.
• 30 fps Thermal Video Streaming: Captures smooth, real-time thermal video at 30 fps (also available in 8.3 fps variant) across up to 20 unique, configurable video streams with per-stream bandwidth and frame rate control.
• Efficient Compression & Bandwidth Management: Supports H.265 (HEVC Main Profile), H.264 (Baseline, Main, High), and Motion JPEG with Axis Zipstream technology for variable, adaptive, and managed bitrate control—reducing storage and network bandwidth demands while maintaining image quality.
• AI-Ready Deep Learning Processor: ARTPEC-8 SoC integrates a dedicated deep learning processing unit (DLPU) enabling on-camera deployment of AXIS Perimeter Defender for AI-based intrusion detection, loitering, and directional motion without reliance on external GPU resources.
• Multi-Modal Detection & Analytics: Built-in video motion detection (VMD), audio detection with configurable audio clipping and playback, shock detection, and support for third-party applications via AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP).
• Rugged Outdoor Design: IP66 and IP67 rated for full dust sealing and immersion; IK10 impact resistance (5 kg drop from 40 cm); NEMA 4X corrosion-resistant stainless-steel construction; UL listed; compliant with MIL-STD-810H / 521.4 environmental standards; free from PVC, BFR, and CFR materials.
• Electronic Image Stabilization: Built-in EIS compensates for vibration and minor camera movement, critical for wall and ceiling-mounted installations on structures subject to wind or mechanical stress.
• Dual Audio I/O & Dual Supervised I/O: Unbalanced microphone input with optional 5V phantom power for external microphone; two supervised digital I/O ports for alarm input/output and relay control integration with intrusion systems.
• Local Storage & Flexible Mounting: 2048 MB RAM and 8192 MB flash memory for local video caching and application storage; supports both wall and ceiling mount configurations with 0°, 90°, 180°, 270° image rotation and corridor format.
• Standards Compliance & Thermal Export Controls: ONVIF-compliant for VMS integration; thermal image sensor manufactured within the European Union and subject to EU export control regulations—consult local export authorities for compliance requirements.
• Advanced Image Processing: Configurable contrast, brightness, sharpness, and exposure zones; thermal palette selection; dynamic text and image overlay; polygon privacy masking; 10-band graphic equalizer for audio spectrum visualization (with ACAP).
• Dual-Mode Audio Streaming: Configurable duplex audio—support for half-duplex and full-duplex two-way communication with speaker pairing capability for integrated audio alerting and communication workflows.

Axis Q1972-E 10mm Integration & Compatibility

The Q1972-E 10mm is ONVIF-compliant, enabling seamless integration with third-party video management systems, access control platforms, and security orchestration software. The ARTPEC-8 processor and AXIS Camera Application Platform (ACAP) support custom application deployment, including Axis Perimeter Defender for behavioral analytics. The dual supervised I/O ports allow direct integration with traditional alarm and relay systems, while audio input enables integration with door access and intercom protocols. Two-way audio capabilities (configurable half/full duplex) support emergency communication and remote site monitoring. Local storage via microSD card expansion supports autonomous operation and forensic review without reliance on centralized NVRs in remote deployments.