AXIS Q6045-C PTZ Dome Network Camera
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Checking the Firmware
Firmware is software that determines the functionality of network devices. One of your first actions when troubleshooting a problem
should be to check the current firmware version. The latest version may contain a correction that fixes your particular problem. The
current firmware version in the Axis product is displayed in the page
Setup > Basic Setup
and in
Setup > About
.
Upgrading the Firmware
When you upgrade the product with the latest firmware from Axis website, the product receives the latest functionality available.
Always read the upgrade instructions and release notes available with each new release, before upgrading the firmware.
To upgrade, follow these instructions:
1. Save the firmware file to your computer. The latest version of the firmware is available free of charge from Axis website
at www.axis.com/techsup
2. Go to
Setup > System Options > Maintenance
in the products web pages.
3. Under
Upgrade Server
, click
Browse
and locate the file on your computer. Click
Upgrade
.
After starting the upgrade process, always wait at least 5–10 minutes before restarting the product, even if you suspect the
upgrade has failed.
AXIS Camera Management can be used for multiple upgrades. See www.axis.com for more information.
Note
• Your dealer reserves the right to charge for any repair attributable to faulty upgrade by the user.
• Preconfigured and customized settings are saved when the firmware is upgraded (providing the features are available in the
new firmware) although this is not guaranteed by Axis Communications AB.
Emergency Recovery Procedure
If power or network connection is lost during the upgrade, the process fails and the product becomes unresponsive. Flashing red Status
indicator indicates a failed upgrade. To recover the product, follow the steps below. The serial number is found on the product’s label.
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