28/02/2014
Axis launches interactive visualisation tool
Lund, Sweden
The new Sketchup extension from Axis allows users to see exactly how the cameras fit into the building layout and to easily spot if camera views are obstructed by columns or walls. This effectively reduces the risk of unexpected blind spots when planning and designing video surveillance systems.
Axis Network Cameras can be conveniently selected from the Sketchup toolbar allowing users to compare and evaluate different camera models as well as to determine the optimal camera mounting positions. Users can pan, tilt and zoom the cameras to adjust the field of view and define the optimal camera settings.
“Sketchup is a popular and easy-to-use 3D CAD software for security system design. With the new Axis Camera Extension, system integrators can use Sketchup to place Axis Network Cameras into virtual buildings to precisely plan camera view angles and coverage," said Peter Friberg, Director of System and Services, Axis Communications. “As Sketchup integrates with Google Maps it makes it easy when working on city surveillance or critical infrastructure projects to get a good overview of the environment where the cameras are placed. The Axis Camera Extension allows system integrators to find the optimal camera model and settings for a given mounting position and significantly streamlines the overall planning and design process for video surveillance systems."