AXIS Optimizer
Unlock great user experiences and Axis features directly in Milestone XProtect®
Updated on Tuesday, February 8, 2022
AXIS Optimizer is a suite of plugins and features that optimizes the performance of Axis devices in XProtect. It automates plugin management and ensures users have direct access the latest Axis innovations. It's updated regularly and available for free.
What is needed
From Axis Communications
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AXIS Optimizer
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AXIS devices
Download the latest version at:
https://www.axis.com/software/generic/647/download
Release notes for all versions:
https://www.axis.com/ftp/pub_soft/cam_srv/optimizer_milestone/latest/relnote.txt
https://www.axis.com/software/generic/647/download
Release notes for all versions:
https://www.axis.com/ftp/pub_soft/cam_srv/optimizer_milestone/latest/relnote.txt
From Milestone Systems
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Milestone XProtect
See tech support guide for more info on version support, and related recommendations.
Recommended client: Latest XProtect® Management Client or Smart Client
AXIS Optimizer is supported on the following platforms:
• Express+
• Professional+
• Expert
• Corporate
Recommended client: Latest XProtect® Management Client or Smart Client
AXIS Optimizer is supported on the following platforms:
• Express+
• Professional+
• Expert
• Corporate
Overview
How it works
How to install
Overview
AXIS Optimizer - Unlock great user experiences and Axis features directly in Milestone XProtect®
• Operator controls: direct access to Axis camera-specific features• Device assistant: easy access to all cameras and settings
• Dewarp video: smooth 360°dewarping of live and recorded video as well as horizontal adjustment of dewarped video
• Forensic search of vehicles and freight containers
• Automated actions on Axis devices*: set rules and perform automated actions
• Speaker manager: handle zones, clips, push-to-talk and edge announcements
• PTZ auto tracking 2.0
• Visitor access: call screening and door control via Axis intercoms
• Spot temperature check: of operating environments
• Role settings*: configure and control which AXIS Optimizer capabilities an operator can access
• Radar: configure and manage Axis radars, exclusion zones, etc.
• Embed web pages: directly in XProtect*
• Operator controls: easy access to camera-specific features for operators and admin roles mange control availability
• Auto focus: for PTZ & fixed box/dome cameras
• Focus recall
• Auto-update
Key features
- Enjoy optimal experiences running Axis devices on Milestone XProtect
- Save considerable time and effort to search for, download, install and configure all relevant plugins for Axis devices in XProtect
- Puts great Axis innovations into the hands of Milestone users
- Substantial value for both integrators, administrators and operators
- Regularly updated and available for free at https://www.axis.com/products/axis-optimizer-for-milestone-xprotect/
How it works
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AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect walkthrough
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Horizontal adjustment of dewarped video using AXIS P3807-PVE. Includes how to adjust and align the horizon as well as how to zoom into details of panoramic scenes and set home position.
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Forensic search of vehicles. A quick and efficient way to search for, recover and share vehicle-specific metadata derived from embedded analytics in Axis cameras in XProtect.
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Dewarping plugin. Video shows client side dewarping scenario, adding in smart client, scrolling in entire video, save states between view changes as well as exporting and viewing video evidence
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Speaker manager plugin, manage audio clips. Video clip showing how to manage audio clips in AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect.
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Speaker manager plugin, volume control. Video showing how to control the audio volume in AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect.
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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Speaker manager plugin, add and remove speakers. Video showing how to add and remove speakers in AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Radar plugin. Video includes brief introduction to radar technology with PTZ object tracking and creating events as well as how to set up an Axis radar in the management client.
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Centralised list management of AXIS License Plate Verifier analytic facilitates access right control of allowed or blocked vehicles for all sites while the rules engine helps automate barrier control.
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Spot temperature check plugin for AXIS Q2901. Includes how operators manage and configure zones, measure temperatures in any spot of the video image as well as manage alarms.
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Embed web pages directly in XProtect. In this example we embed AXIS Store Reporter
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Visitor access with AXIS Network Door Stations. Shows how to set up network door stations as well as how operators manage calls and control door access plus searching in call history.
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Centralised list management of AXIS License Plate Verifier analytic facilitates access right control of allowed or blocked vehicles for all sites while the rules engine helps automate barrier control.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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Setup and configure object classification metadata from AXIS Object Analytics so investigators can streamline forensic investigations via AXIS Optimizer in Milestone XProtect Centralized search.
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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Configure motion and loitering detection and triggering alarms. Includes how to set up motion and loitering zones using camera assistant in the management client
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Create an automated action to dry multiple Axis cameras with with a single click
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On screen controls featuring SpeedDry plugin on AXIS Q61 PTZ cameras using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect. Includes introduction to SpeedDry function and how to trigger in the smart client.
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This shows how using AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect streamlines post-event investigations using metadata derived from Axis devices. It shows how quickly and accurately forensic investigat
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Video showing focus recall plugin for AXIS P5424-E Mk II cameras. It shows how operators can set or reset focus for any pre-defined zone directly in the Milestone client.
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Autofocus plugin for Axis PTZ cameras. Video shows how operators can set or reset auto focus directly in the Milestone client.
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Auto update feature. Video showing automatic update capabilities for AXIS Optimizer for Milestone XProtect. It shows how operators are notified in the smart client and can perform the update.
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Video showing focus recall plugin for AXIS P5424-E Mk II cameras. It shows how operators can set or reset focus for any pre-defined zone directly in the Milestone client.
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How to install
Documentation
This is where you can find additional documentation
| Tech support guide - AXIS Optimizer | pdf Download (7.39 MB) |
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Installers
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Specification
Required Axis Communications product(s)
Not relevant
Has proven compatibility with the following Milestone versions:
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XProtectExpress+2020 R3, 11/12 2020
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XProtectCorporate2020 R3, 11/12 2020
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XProtectExpert2020 R3, 11/12 2020
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XProtectProfessional+2020 R3, 11/12 2020
Is also expected to work with:
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XProtectExpress+2018 R1, 02/20 2018 and later
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XProtectCorporate2018 R1, 02/20 2018 and later
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XProtectExpert2018 R1, 02/20 2018 and later
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XProtectProfessional+2018 R1, 02/20 2018 and later
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