For operators with elevated permissions, administrators can configure an . This gives authorized supervisors an exclusive, unrestricted live feed while standard guards see the masked version. AXIS Camera Station 5
Uses advanced algorithms to eliminate highlights and shadows. In a live view scenario—such as a camera facing a glass entrance with intense sunlight—Forensic WDR ensures that both the person entering and the background remain perfectly visible, preventing silhouetting. Axis Object Analytics (AOA)
Log into the camera’s web interface using an administrator account. Navigate to the or Video settings tab, and locate the Stream Profiles section. Step 2: Create a New Profile
When multiple operators need an exclusive look at the same live feed—such as during an active security incident—traditional unicast streaming fails to scale. In a unicast setup, if five operators open the live feed, the camera must encode and send five separate streams, multiplying the network load by five. live+view+axis+exclusive
: Using the CamScripter App, external data sets can be seamlessly bridged with video streams to create unique, value-added content for viewers. Optimized Performance and Security
Beyond security, Axis streaming solutions support creative and business-oriented use cases:
As we look toward 2026 and beyond, the ecosystem is predicted to merge with AI. Imagine a live view that doesn't just show you the scene but predicts where the subject's axis will move next. Fujifilm and OM System are rumored to be developing "Predictive Axis Overlays"—ghosted lines on the live view that anticipate motion based on gyro data, exclusive to their high-end sports bodies. In a live view scenario—such as a camera
AOA automatically detects, classifies, and tracks humans and vehicles directly on the live view interface.
: Easily create custom layouts by dragging cameras from the device tree into the live grid.
Proper configuration of default stream profiles ensures that the Live View page loads with the most appropriate settings for the operator. The result is a more responsive user experience, reduced network strain, and optimized storage allocation. Step 2: Create a New Profile When multiple
Many high-level configuration overrides are completely hidden from the standard graphic user interface. Operators looking for strict interface control must manually alter the client's underlying XML configuration data.
💡 In modern Axis AI-powered PTZ cameras, "Event" priority is now incredibly powerful. The camera can actively detect, classify, and track vehicles or people without human intervention, using AI to override manual controls for the highest security needs.
If you are using an AXIS PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) camera, the "Exclusive" mode unlocks direct control protocols. Zoom in on a suspicious person, and the image sharpens instantly without the "digital lag" typical of generic ONVIF connections.