Axis Communications 2120 Axis 2191 Audio Module, Features and Functions, Legal Considerations

AXIS 2120 User’s Manual The AXIS 2191 Audio Module 45

The AXIS 2191 Audio Module

The AXIS 2191 Audio Module is an add-on device that provides audio capability to Axis network cameras. The module connects quickly and easily to the serial port of the camera and is configured and controlled via the camera’s user interface. The AXIS 2191 is supplied separately.

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An Axis network camera (❸ or ❹) with an AXIS 2191Audio Module connected provides live audio and video to browser clients (❶ and ❷) on the network.

Features and Functions

•Easy to install and use

•Runs on Ethernet LANs and/or the Internet

•Built-in omni-directional microphone

•Compatible with most microphones and speakers (not included)

•External microphone via 3.5mm socket or Line-In via the terminal block

•Simple configuration and management via the network camera’s administration pages

•Can be used in Full-Duplex, Half-Duplex or Simplex mode (see page 49)

•Push-to-talk button in client user interface in Half-Duplex or Simplex - Talk mode

•Fully adjustable input and output levels

•Mute function

Legal Considerations

Video and audio surveillance may be prohibited by laws that vary from country to country. Please check the laws in your local region before using Axis network cameras or the AXIS 2191 Audio Module for surveillance purposes.