Axis Communications 241S Manuel D’Utilisation

The AXIS 241Q/241S is a fully featured video server for security surveillance and remote 

monitoring needs. Based on the AXIS ARTPEC-2 compression chip, it can digitize up to 4 

analog video sources and make these available on the network as real-time, full frame rate 

Motion JPEG and/or MPEG-4 video streams.

The AXIS 241Q has 4 BNC inputs for analog video devices and the AXIS 241S has 1 BNC 

input and a matching loop-through output. The AXIS 241S can also accommodate Y/C 

video using an Y/C to BNC cable (not included). 

The AXIS 241Q/241S is equipped with RS-232 and RS-485 ports for the connection of 

third party PTZ systems. It also has 4 alarm inputs and 4 alarm outputs, which can be used 

to connect various third party devices, e.g. door sensors and alarm bells. 

Up to 20 viewers can access the camera simultaneously when using Motion JPEG and 

MPEG-4 unicast. If MPEG-4 multicast is used, the number of viewers is unlimited, but 

when viewing with the AXIS Media Control (AMC), each viewer still needs a separate 

MPEG-4 decoder license. The AXIS 241Q/241S includes one such decoder license. 

Additional licenses can be purchased separately from your Axis dealer. If using other 

clients to view the video stream, no further MPEG-4 decoder licenses are required.

Video can be viewed in 5 resolutions (up to 4CIF), and image compression is configurable. 

The video server contains support for video motion detection, which allows the unit to 

trigger on activity in the video image, and advanced scheduling tools which can also be 

used to trigger an event. As the AXIS 241Q/241S is designed for use in security systems, it 

is equipped with several security features, such as IP address filtering, several user levels 

with passwords, and HTTPS.

The AXIS 241Q/241S has a built-in web server, providing full access to all features 

through the use of a standard browser. The built-in scripting tool allows basic applications 

to be created, providing basic surveillance solutions. For advanced functionality, the video 

server can be integrated via the use of the AXIS HTTP API (see www.axis.com/developer).

Check the items supplied with your AXIS 241Q/241S against the following list:

Video Server

AXIS 241Q or AXIS 241S

Printed user documentation

AXIS 241S/241Q User’s Manual

This document

Warranty Document

Warranty Document

Power adapter

PS-K

Country-specific

Terminal block connector

12-pin

Mounting kit

For wall or rack mounting

Converter cable (optional)

ACC Y/C to BNC cable

AXIS 241S only. Not included.

MPEG-4 licences (optional)

10-user licence pack

Not included