Axis P1357-E User Manual

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AXIS P1357-E Network CameraHow to access the productHow to set the root passwordTo access the Axis product, you must set the password for the default administrator user root. This is done in the Configure RootPassword dialog, which opens when the product is accessed for the first time.To prevent network eavesdropping, the root password can be set via an encrypted HTTPS connection, which requires an HTTPScertificate. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol over SSL) is a protocol used to encrypt traffic between web browsers and servers. TheHTTPS certificate ensures encrypted exchange of information. See HTTPS on page 46.The default administrator user name root is permanent and cannot be deleted. If the password for root is lost, the product must bereset to the factory default settings. See How to reset to factory default settings on page 59.To set the password via a standard HTTP connection, enter it directly in the dialog.To set the password via an encrypted HTTPS connection, follow these steps:1. Click Use HTTPS.A temporary certificate (valid for one year) is created, enabling encryption of all traffic to and from the product, and thepassword can now be set securely.2. Enter a password and then re-enter it to confirm the spelling.3. Click OK. The password has now been configured.Set Power Line FrequencyPower line frequency is set the first time the Axis product is accessed and can only be changed from Plain Config (see page 58)or by resetting the product to factory default.Select the power line frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz) used at the location of the Axis product. Selecting the wrong frequency may causeimage flicker if the product is used in fluorescent light environments.When using 50 Hz, the maximum frame rate is limited to 25 fps.NotePower line frequency varies depending on geographic region. The Americas usually use 60 Hz, whereas most other parts ofthe world use 50 Hz. Local variations could apply. Always check with the local authorities.PTZ ModePTZ mode is set the first time the Axis product is accessed and can only be changed by resetting the product to factory default.Digital PTZ is the default mode and should be used when a pan/tilt motor is not used.If the camera is mounted to a pan/tilt motor, select Uploadable PTZ driver. For information about how to upload a PTZ driver, seeHow to install a PTZ driver on page 35.Configure capture modeCapture mode defines the maximum resolution and maximum frame rate available in the Axis product. The capture mode setting alsoaffects the camera’s angle of view.Select the desired capture mode from the drop-down list and click OK.If you select another capture mode than default, the product needs to reboot for the changes to take effect.11