[shortdesc]Advanced 4 MP AI-powered dome with 10 mm lens, OptimizedIR, Forensic WDR, Lightfinder 2.0, and built-in audio analytics for demanding outdoor surveillance.[/shortdesc]

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Model	AXIS Q3556-LVE 10 mm
Product Type	Dome Camera
Image Sensor	1/1.8" progressive scan RGB CMOS, 2.9 µm pixel size
Lens	10 mm varifocal, 4.7–10 mm, F1.1–1.2; horizontal field of view 101°–44°, vertical field of view 54°–25°; P-Iris, IR-corrected, remote zoom and focus
Minimum Illumination	10 mm lens: Color: 0.01 lux at 50 IRE, F1.1; B/W: 0 lux at 50 IRE, F1.1; 0 lux with IR illumination on
IR Illumination	OptimizedIR with power-efficient 850 nm LEDs; range of reach 60 m (195 ft) or more depending on scene
Video Resolution	Up to 2688×1512 (4 MP)
Frame Rate	With Forensic WDR: up to 25/30 fps (50/60 Hz) in all resolutions; without WDR: up to 100/120 fps (50/60 Hz) in all resolutions
WDR	Forensic WDR, up to 120 dB depending on scene
Image Enhancements	Lightfinder 2.0, Axis Zipstream, 2D/3D noise reduction, defog, barrel distortion correction, rotation including corridor format
Analytics	AXIS Object Analytics, AXIS Audio Analytics, AXIS Scene Metadata
SoC	ARTPEC-9 with deep learning processing unit (DLPU), 4 GB RAM, 8 GB Flash
Power	Power over Ethernet (PoE) IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4; 8–28 V DC
Power Consumption	Typical 6.3 W (heater off, IR off); max 25.5 W
Connectors	Shielded RJ45 10/100/1000BASE-T PoE; DC input terminal block; 4-pin 2.5 mm I/O terminal block
I/O	Two configurable supervised inputs / digital outputs (12 V DC output, max load 50 mA)
Audio Sensor	Integrated acoustic sensor with audio analytics (scream, shout, glass break, speech)
Operating Conditions	Temperature: -50 °C to 55 °C (-58 °F to 131 °F); start-up down to -40 °C (-40 °F); humidity: 10–100% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Conditions	Temperature: -40 °C to 65 °C (-40 °F to 149 °F); humidity: 5–95% RH (non-condensing)
Storage Options	microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC with SD card encryption (AES-XTS-Plain64 256-bit); recording to network-attached storage (NAS)
Environmental Rating	IP66, IP69, IP6K9K, NEMA Type 4X, IK10
Dimensions	See datasheet dimension drawing; Effective Projected Area (EPA): 0.041 m² (0.44 ft²)
Weight	2360 g (5.2 lb)
Casing	Aluminum casing with weathershield (PC/ASA); polycarbonate hard-coated dome; color white NCS S 1002-B
Certifications	UL, FCC, ICES, CE, KC, VCCI, RCM, WEEE; ETSI EN 303 645; FIPS 140

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[specifications]

Video	H.264 (Baseline, Main, High), H.265 (Main), AV1, Motion JPEG; up to 20 unique and configurable video streams; Axis Zipstream in H.264/H.265/AV1; controllable frame rate and bandwidth; low latency mode
Image Processing	Forensic WDR (up to 120 dB depending on scene), Lightfinder 2.0, spatial (2D) and temporal (3D) noise reduction, defog, barrel distortion correction, rotation 0°/90°/180°/270° including corridor format, privacy masks, overlays
Pan/Tilt/Rotation	10 mm lens: pan ±180°, tilt -42° to +80°, rotation ±180°; digital PTZ, presets, limited guard tour
Analytics	AXIS Object Analytics (human and vehicle classification; line crossing, object in area, time in area, occupancy in area, crossline counting, motion detection scenarios); AXIS Audio Analytics (sound pressure level, adaptive audio detection; scream, shout, glass break, speech classification); AXIS Scene Metadata for enhanced search
Network	IPv4/IPv6, HTTP/HTTPS, HTTP/2, TLS, QoS, FTP/SFTP, CIFS/SMB, SMTP, mDNS, UPnP, SNMP v1/v2c/v3, DNS/DDNS, NTP/PTP/NTS, RTSP/RTP/SRTP/RTSPS, TCP/UDP/IGMP, SSH, LLDP, CDP, MQTT v3.1.1, secure syslog
Security	Axis Edge Vault platform with secure keystore (CC EAL 6+, FIPS 140-3 Level 3), signed OS, secure boot, encrypted filesystem (AES-XTS-Plain64 256-bit), Axis device ID, signed video, brute force delay protection, IEEE 802.1X, MACsec, HTTPS/HSTS, host-based firewall
Event Triggers	Audio analytics events; device status (temperature, casing open, network status, IP changes, shock detected, system ready); edge storage health; I/O and virtual inputs; scheduled events; MQTT stateless events; video bitrate degradation; day/night mode
Event Actions	Notifications via HTTP/HTTPS/TCP/email; pre- and post-alarm video or image buffering; control of IR illumination and LEDs; PTZ presets and guard tours; record to SD card or network share; overlay text; toggle I/O; SNMP traps; MQTT publish; erase configuration
IR Performance	OptimizedIR with built-in 850 nm IR LEDs; 10 mm lens range of reach 60 m (195 ft) or more depending on scene
Storage	Encrypted SD card support (AES-XTS-Plain64 256-bit); recording to NAS; SD and NAS recommendations available from Axis
Mounting	Mounting bracket with junction box holes (double-gang, single-gang, 4"" square, 4"" octagon); side conduit entries 3/4"" (M25)
EIS	Gyroscopic-based electronic image stabilization for smooth video in vibration-prone installations
DORI (10 mm)	Detect: 65–141 m; Observe: 26–56 m; Recognize: 13–28 m; Identify: 6.4–14 m (per EN 62676-4)

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[accesories]

Included	Camera, weathershield, installation guide, terminal block connectors, connector guard, cable gaskets, owner authentication key
Optional Accessories	AXIS T8415 Wireless Installation Tool; AXIS TQ3204–E Recessed Mount; AXIS TQ3103-E Pendant Kit; AXIS TQ3818-E Dome Smoked; AXIS Surveillance Cards

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Advanced AI Dome with Long-Range 10 mm Performance

The AXIS Q3556-LVE 10 mm Dome Camera delivers outstanding 4 MP image quality and next-generation AI analytics, even in the harshest outdoor environments. Built on the ARTPEC-9 system-on-chip with a deep learning processing unit, it enables accurate object detection, classification, and rich scene metadata directly at the edge.

Its varifocal 10 mm lens, OptimizedIR with up to 60 m reach, Forensic WDR, and Lightfinder 2.0 ensure sharp, detailed video in challenging lighting and complete darkness. With Axis Edge Vault, encrypted storage, and industry-leading network security features, it provides robust protection for both the device and your data.

Key Benefits

• 4 MP resolution with AI-powered analytics on ARTPEC-9 and deep learning processing unit
• 10 mm varifocal lens with strong long-range coverage and remote zoom and focus
• OptimizedIR with 850 nm LEDs for clear video in complete darkness up to 60 m
• Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR for excellent performance in complex lighting
• Built-in AXIS Audio Analytics with scream, shout, and glass-break detection
• Rugged IP66, IP69, IP6K9K, NEMA Type 4X, IK10 design for harsh outdoor environments
• Comprehensive cybersecurity with Axis Edge Vault, secure boot, signed OS, and encrypted filesystem

Ideal Use Cases

• Perimeter and fence-line protection
• Critical infrastructure, utilities, and industrial facilities
• Parking lots, logistics hubs, and transportation terminals
• High-security campuses and sensitive government or corporate sites
• Low-light outdoor environments and vibration-prone installations

Technical Specifications Summary

• Image sensor: 1/1.8"" RGB CMOS, 2.9 µm pixels
• Lens: 10 mm varifocal, 4.7–10 mm, F1.1–1.2, HFOV 101°–44°
• Video: Up to 4 MP (2688×1512) at 25/30 fps with WDR; up to 100/120 fps without WDR
• Illumination: Color 0.01 lux at 50 IRE, F1.1; 0 lux B/W with IR on; OptimizedIR up to 60 m
• Processing: Forensic WDR, Lightfinder 2.0, Zipstream, 2D/3D NR, defog, EIS
• Power: PoE IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 or 8–28 V DC; typical 6.3 W
• Security: Axis Edge Vault, secure boot, signed OS, encrypted SD/NAS storage, IEEE 802.1X, MACsec
• Environmental: IP66, IP69, IP6K9K, NEMA Type 4X, IK10; operating -50 °C to 55 °C

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