Video Inputs: 4 BNC connectors for analog composite video (NTSC or PAL). Networking: 10BaseT/100BaseTX Ethernet (RJ-45). Compression: Motion JPEG with adjustable quality levels.

1. Video Performance and Quality

• Simultaneous Analog and Digital Streams: The unit features a unique video pass-through capability. It provides a loop-through analog output, allowing the video signal to be sent to an analog monitor or VCR while simultaneously being digitized and transmitted over the network. This ensures no loss of existing analog infrastructure.
• High Frame Rate Capability: The Axis 2400 is capable of delivering video at up to 30 frames per second (fps) (NTSC) or 25 fps (PAL). This provides fluid, live-like video motion, distinguishing it from lower-end encoders that offered only jerky, time-lapse feeds.
• Resolution Support: It supports standard video resolutions including CIF (352x288/240), 2CIF, and 4CIF (704x576/480). This allowed operators to view surveillance footage at near-VHS quality, which was critical for identifying subjects and license plates.

• IP cameras: The server supports a wide range of IP cameras from various manufacturers, making it easy to integrate with existing camera systems.
• Video management software: The Axis 2400 can be integrated with various video management software (VMS) solutions, such as AXIS Camera Station, Milestone XProtect, and Genetec Security Center.
• Access control systems: The server can be integrated with access control systems, enabling users to link video surveillance with access control data.

While newer models like the AXIS 2400+ offer minor hardware improvements, the original server remains a cost-effective solution for augmenting existing CCTV systems. AXIS 2400 Video Server Administration Manual