AXIS F34 1080p 4-Channel Modular Camera Main Unit, 0778-001
Description
AXIS F34 Main Unit – 1080p 4-Channel Main Unit for AXIS F Series Sensor Units
The AXIS F34 is a 4-channel main unit for the first-generation AXIS F Series. It is not a complete camera: it needs up to four AXIS F Series sensor units, such as the AXIS F4005 or F1015, which connect over RJ12 cables. It streams 1080p or HDTV 720p video from four closely situated areas through one Ethernet port, supports quad view streaming and Axis Zipstream, and has two SD card slots for local recording. Powered by PoE or 8-28 V DC, it is a cost-effective, highly discreet multi-view solution for small businesses and offices.
Key Specifications
| Sensor channels | Up to 4 AXIS F Series sensor units (RJ12) |
| Max video resolution | 1920x1080 (1080p) with sensor units that support it · 1280x720 |
| Max frames per second | 1080p: up to 12.5/15 fps · 720p: up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) |
| Quad view | Max 1080p resolution; 25/30 fps in 720p capture mode, 12.5/15 fps in 1080p capture mode |
| Wide dynamic range | Dynamic Contrast |
| Video compression | H.264 (Baseline, Main, High), Motion JPEG, Axis Zipstream |
| Storage | 2 SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (cards not included), NAS recording |
| Power | PoE IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3, max 12.27 W · 8-28 V DC, max 12.58 W |
| Operating temperature | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) |
| Dimensions / weight | 30 x 121 x 121 mm · 238 g (0.52 lb) |
Full specifications are listed in the Detailed Specifications tab.
Why Choose the AXIS F34?
- Streams 1080p/HDTV 720p video from four sensor units at the same time
- One Ethernet port for four views
- Quad view stream combining all four views
- Axis Zipstream for lower bandwidth and storage
- Two built-in SD card slots for local recording
- Power over Ethernet or 8-28 V DC
- Compact plastic casing, 30 mm high
How the AXIS F Modular System Works
The AXIS F34 encodes video, connects to the network and powers up to four AXIS F Series sensor units over RJ12 cables. The small sensors go where space is tight, while the main unit is installed out of sight.
Four Views, One Port
Each channel streams 1080p at up to 12.5/15 fps or 720p at up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz). Quad view combines the four views into one stream at up to 1080p resolution, which simplifies viewing and recording.
Image Quality and Compression
Wide dynamic range – Dynamic Contrast handles high-contrast scenes, and Axis Zipstream lowers bandwidth and storage use in H.264. Image settings include exposure zones, local contrast, Corridor Format, privacy masks and text overlay.
Storage, Analytics and Integration
Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (with encryption support) and NAS recording keep footage local. AXIS Video Motion Detection is included, AXIS Cross Line Detection and AXIS Digital Autotracking are supported, and the F34 supports ONVIF Profile G and Profile S.
Typical Applications
- Small businesses and offices
- Retail stores with several discreet views
- Reception and cash areas
- Closely situated areas covered from one main unit
Compatible Accessories
Compatible sensor units and accessories for the AXIS F34, available at Affinitech Store (most first-generation AXIS F Series products are discontinued, so check stock before ordering):
Sensor units (up to four)
- AXIS F4005 Dome Sensor Unit
- AXIS F4005-E Dome Sensor Unit
- AXIS F1004 Sensor Unit
- AXIS F1004 Bullet Sensor Unit
- AXIS F1004 Pinhole Sensor Unit
- AXIS F1005-E Sensor Unit: 3 m cable or 12 m cable
- AXIS F1015 Sensor Unit: 3 m cable or 12 m cable
- AXIS F1025 Sensor Unit: 3 m cable or 12 m cable
- AXIS F1035-E Sensor Unit: 3 m cable or 12 m cable
Power and storage
Compare AXIS F Series Modular Cameras
| Model | Max resolution | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXIS F34 Main Unit (this camera) | 1920x1080 (1080p) | 4-channel main unit (discontinued) | Small businesses, multi-view |
| AXIS F4005 | 1920x1080 (1080p) | Indoor recessed dome sensor unit (discontinued) | Retail, offices, banks |
| AXIS F4005-E | 1920x1080 (1080p) | IK09/IP66 dome sensor unit (discontinued) | Indoor, outdoor and in-vehicle |
| AXIS FA3105-L | 1920x1080 (1080p) | Indoor eyeball sensor unit with IR | Banks, shops, gas stations |
| AXIS F34 Surveillance System | 1280x720 per sensor | Main unit + 4 sensor units (discontinued) | Small businesses, discreet views |
| AXIS F4108 Dome Sensor | 3840x2160 (4K) | Indoor ultra-compact dome sensor | Retail, banking |
| AXIS F4105-LRE Dome Sensor | 1920x1080 (1080p) | Indoor/outdoor dome sensor with IR, IP6K9K | Hospitals, rugged sites |
Starting a new install? Second-generation sensor units such as the AXIS F4105-LRE and F4108 work with current AXIS F91 main units such as the AXIS F9111-R Mk II and AXIS F9114-R Mk II.
Explore More
- Shop Covert Cameras at Affinitech Store
- See the current AXIS F9114-R Mk II Main Unit and AXIS F9111-R Mk II Main Unit
Frequently Asked Questions About AXIS F34
Does the AXIS F34 work on its own?
No. It is a main unit and needs AXIS F Series sensor units, such as the AXIS F4005, F1005-E, F1015, F1025 or F1035-E, connected over RJ12 cables.
How many sensor units can it connect?
Up to four, streamed simultaneously through one Ethernet port.
What resolution and frame rate does it support?
Up to 1920x1080 with sensor units that support it. 1080p runs at up to 12.5/15 fps and 720p at up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz).
Does it support quad view?
Yes. Quad view combines the four views at up to 1080p resolution: 25/30 fps in 720p capture mode or 12.5/15 fps in 1080p capture mode.
Does it support WDR?
It offers wide dynamic range – Dynamic Contrast.
How is it powered?
By Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3, max 12.27 W) or 8-28 V DC (max 12.58 W).
What storage does it have?
Two SD/SDHC/SDXC card slots (cards not included) with SD card encryption, plus recording to network-attached storage.
Does the AXIS F34 support audio or I/O?
The datasheet lists no audio or I/O ports; connectors are RJ45 (PoE), RJ12 for sensor units and a 2-pin terminal block for DC input. For audio and I/O, see the AXIS F44 Dual Audio Input Main Unit.
What are the operating conditions?
0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F), humidity 10-85% RH (non-condensing).
Is the AXIS F34 discontinued?
Yes. Axis names no direct replacement and offers hardware support and RMA service until 2029-04-30. The closest current model at Affinitech Store is the AXIS F9114-R Mk II Main Unit.
What is included?
An installation guide, a Windows decoder 1-user license, an AVHS authentication key, rubber feet and mounting brackets.
What warranty does it have?
A 5-year Axis warranty.
Detailed Specifications
AXIS F34 Main Unit Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Video | |
| Video compression | H.264 (MPEG-4 Part 10/AVC) Baseline, Main and High Profiles Motion JPEG |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (1080p) to 480x270 (valid for sensor units that support it) 1280x720 to 480x270 |
| Wide dynamic range | Dynamic Contrast |
| Frame rate | In 1080p: up to 12.5/15 fps (50/60 Hz) In 720p: up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) |
| Video streaming | Multiple, individually configurable streams in H.264 and Motion JPEG Axis Zipstream technology in H.264 Controllable frame rate and bandwidth VBR/MBR H.264 Quad view, max 1080p resolution: 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) with 720p capture mode; 12.5/15 fps (50/60 Hz) with 1080p capture mode |
| Image settings | Compression, color, brightness, sharpness, contrast, white balance, exposure value, exposure control, exposure zones, local contrast, rotation, Corridor Format, text and image overlay, privacy mask, mirroring of images Wide Dynamic Range – Dynamic Contrast |
| Network | |
| Security | Password protection, IP address filtering, HTTPS encryption, IEEE 802.1X network access control, digest authentication, user access log, centralized certificate management |
| Supported protocols | IPv4, IPv6 USGv6, HTTP, HTTP/2, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, QoS Layer 3 DiffServ, FTP, SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, Bonjour, UPnP™, SNMPv1/v2c/v3 (MIB-II), DNS, DynDNS, NTP, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, IGMPv1/v2/v3, RTCP, ICMP, DHCPv4/v6, ARP, SOCKS, SSH, LLDP, MQTT, Syslog |
| System Integration | |
| Application Programming Interface | Open API for software integration, including VAPIX® and AXIS Camera Application Platform AXIS Video Hosting System (AVHS) with One-Click Connection One-click cloud connection ONVIF® Profile G and ONVIF® Profile S |
| Event triggers | Analytics Edge storage events |
| Event actions | File upload: email, FTP, HTTP, HTTPS, network share Notification: email, HTTP, HTTPS and TCP Pre- and post-alarm video buffering Send SNMP trap, WDR mode |
| Built-in installation aids | Pixel counter |
| Data streaming | Event data |
| Analytics | |
| Applications included | AXIS Video Motion Detection |
| Applications supported | AXIS Cross Line Detection AXIS Digital Autotracking Support for AXIS Camera Application Platform enabling installation of third-party applications |
| General | |
| Casing | Plastic |
| Sustainability | PVC-free |
| Memory | 1024 MB RAM, 256 MB Flash |
| Power | Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3, max 12.27 W 8-28 V DC, max 12.58 W |
| Connectors | RJ45 for 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE RJ12 for sensor units 2-pin terminal block for 8-28 V DC input |
| Storage | Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (card not included) Support for SD card encryption Recording to network-attached storage (NAS) |
| Operating conditions | 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Humidity 10-85% RH (non-condensing) |
| Storage conditions | -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F) Humidity 5-95% RH (non-condensing) |
| Dimensions | 30 x 121 x 121 mm (1 3/16 x 4 12/16 x 4 12/16 in) |
| Weight | 238 g (0.52 lb) |
| Included accessories | Installation Guide, Windows® decoder 1-user license, AVHS Authentication key Rubber feet, mounting brackets |
| Optional accessories | AXIS T8120 15 W Midspan 1-port AXIS T8129 PoE Extender Network cable coupler indoor slim Mains adaptor PS-P terminal connector AXIS Surveillance microSDXC Card 64GB |
| Video management software | AXIS Companion, AXIS Camera Station, video management software from Axis’ Application Development Partners |
| Languages | English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese |
| Warranty | 5-year warranty |
| Approvals | |
| EMC | EN 55022 Class B, EN 55024, FCC Part 15 Subpart B Class B, ICES-003 Class B, VCCI Class B, RCM AS/NZS CISPR 22 Class B, KCC KN22 Class B, KN24, EN 61000-6-1, EN 61000-6-2, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 |
| Safety | IEC/EN/UL 60950-1 |
| Environment | IEC 60068-2-1, IEC 60068-2-2, IEC 60068-2-6, IEC 60068-2-14, IEC 60068-2-78, EN 50581 |
| Network | NIST SP500-267 |