Axis desarrolla su primer SoC compatible con AV1, Artpec-9

Gracias a tecnologías como Axis Lightfinder y Forensic WDR, The Artpec-9 optimizes performance in difficult light conditions, improving the accuracy and reliability of video analytics and reducing false alarms.

Axis Communications has launched the 9th generation of its system on chip (SoC) de diseño propio: Artpec-9. This improves and optimizes the features that have been key in its previous versions, like very low bit rate, advanced analytics powered by artificial intelligence, high-quality images and greater cybersecurity.

One of the most notable innovations of Artpec-9 is its support for AV1 video coding standard, developed by the Alliance for Open Media (AOM). This is the first time that this standard has been integrated into network video recording systems.. Along with compression technology Axis Zipstream, Using AV1 allows you to significantly reduce storage costs without compromising the quality of detail in recordings.

“Thanks to its compatibility with the AV1 standard, offers excellent bit rate and greater client compatibility, which represents a great advance for the industry”, affirms Johan Paulsson, CTO of Axis Communications. “The key words here are 'easy access'’ and 'open', concepts that reflect our work philosophy to fulfill our mission of innovating and creating a smarter and safer world. Besides, like all our SoCs, Artpec-9 is specifically designed to ensure high-quality network video capture”.

Improved image capture

The Artpec-9 leverages the key technologies that have enabled Axis to deliver image processing in difficult lighting conditions..

These technologies include Axis Lightfinder y Forensic Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), that are key to technology Scene Intelligence, that uses algorithms trained in real-life environments to provide metadata.

This combination improves the performance of analytical applications, offering more accurate and reliable results. Thanks to it, Axis solutions provide high-level analytics, with fast and accurate forensic searches, and a significant reduction in false alarms, even in complex surveillance scenarios.

Cybersecurity and analytics

Cybersecurity is at the core of artpec-9 design. With features like secure boot and a digitally signed operating system, chip ensures each device is protected against cyber threats, avoiding the use of unauthorized or tampered firmware. Besides, Being a design developed completely by the company, maintains control over the production process. This minimizes the risks associated with third parties and reinforces the comprehensive security of the device., from manufacturing to implementation.

Artpec-9 takes artificial intelligence-based analytics to the next level, offering more advanced performance and more accurate detection capability. This means analytics can identify smaller objects and triggers more quickly and accurately., generating actionable information for security purposes, protection and operations.

These capabilities improve operational efficiency, reduce false positives and optimize data-driven decisions, even in complex surveillance environments.

Advantages for surveillance

Axis incorporates AV1, the next generation open video coding standard, Designed to revolutionize multimedia streaming in the surveillance space.

Thanks to AV1 compatibility and advanced image processing, Artpec-9 chip delivers high-quality video with high detail and clarity, as well as setting a new standard in bit rate efficiency.

In combination with Axis Zipstream compression technology, AV1 ensures smooth and efficient video transmissions, whether on-premises or in the cloud. At the moment, AV1 is compatible with Axis Camera Station, and leading providers of video management solutions (VMS) as Genetec and Milestone are working to include technical support, with more integrations planned in the future.

Axis cameras with Artpec-9

Axis has also taken the opportunity to present the Q1728 and Q1728-LE cameras, designed to maximize the performance of the new processor. Both offer 4K resolution at 60 fps and 1/1.2 sensors″ high light sensitivity, Ideal for a wide variety of surveillance environments.

The Q1728 features a modular design compatible with various housings, while the Q1728-LE is specially designed for outdoors, with integrated wiper and a heated front window with carbon nanotubes. Both options are offered with wide lenses (6-13 mm) or telephoto (15-48 mm), allowing optimal configuration according to monitoring needs.