Axis Communications Axis 211A - Manual (Page 22)

22 AXIS 210A/211A - Video & Image settings
To upload and use an overlay
To upload an overlay image to the camera:
1. Select Uploade d image as overlay in the drop-down list for Overlay/Mask Type.
New options appear.
2. Click the Browse button against Upload own image, and locate the image file on
your computer or server.
3. Click the Upload button and follow the on-screen instructions.
To use an uploaded image
1. Select an uploaded image from the Use image drop-down list.
2. Place the image at the required location by entering the x and y coordinates.
3. Click Save.
Overlay image requirements
There are a number of limitations when using overlay images, such as the size and
positioning of images. Please refer to the online help for more information.
Configure area as privacy mask
The three configurable areas available for use as privacy masks show as solid areas of color
in the image. These areas cannot be bypassed via VAPIX, Axis Communications’ powerful
API.
Enable the area(s) by checking the Enable box, and then set the width, height and color.
Setting the coordinates x and y sets the position of the upper left corner of the area.
Advanced Settings
These settings help to fine-tune the video image. Note that the advanced settings available
depend on the camera model.
Lighting Conditions
Color level, Brightness and Contrast - find the level that best suits your image needs by
testing.
Exposure control - this setting is used to adapt to the amount/type of light being used.
Image Formats Image Size
• Windows 24-bit BMP (full color)
• Windows 4-bit BMP (16 colors)
The height and width of the overlay image in
pixels must be exactly divisible by 4.