Overview
The AXIS Q1800‑LE Licence Plate Camera is engineered specifically for high‑speed licence plate recognition (LPR), supporting vehicle speeds up to 250 km/h (155 mph) and capture ranges up to 100 m in daylight, and 50 m in total darkness (extendable to 100 m with optional IR illuminator).
It operates on the Axis open platform, allowing full compatibility with edge‑ or server‑based LPR software from leading third‑party vendors, offering maximum flexibility in analytics choice. The device also integrates easily with most VMS systems via open APIs and industry‑standard protocols.
Built for rugged outdoor use, the Q1800‑LE has IP66 and NEMA 4X weatherproofing, IK10-rated housing, and a weathershield capable of withstanding winds up to 60 m/s (134 mph). With Electronic Image Stabilization, it delivers clear, motion‑blur‑free captures even in high‑vibration environments.
Key Features
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High-Speed LPR Capability: Reads licence plates at speeds up to 250 km/h in single‑lane traffic.
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Long-Range Capture: Up to 100 m in daytime, up to 50 m in darkness; optional IR‑LED accessory extends range to 100 m.
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Robust Outdoor Design: Weatherproof (IP66/NEMA 4X) and impact‑resistant (IK10/IK08 glass), with high‑wind endurance.
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Video Performance: Full HD (2 MP) at up to 90 fps, H.264/H.265 with Zipstream compression, Lightfinder 2.0 and WDR for high dynamic range scenes.
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Easy Integration: Compatible with third‑party LPR or VMS software; open APIs for custom integrations.
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Minimal Setup: Preconfigured image algorithms optimized for plate capture; works out‑of‑box for many deployments.
ℹ️ Licensing & LPR Functionality
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Standalone Licence Plate Camera (Q1800‑LE):
Use it with any third‑party LPR software (either edge‑based or server‑based). In this case, no Axis LPR license is needed, since the Axis device functions simply as a capture platform, leaving recognition analytics to your chosen software.
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Axis License Plate Verifier Kit (Q1800‑LE‑3):
This version includes the AXIS License Plate Verifier application preinstalled on the camera. A verifier license is required to activate this Axis‑native LPR function, which enables reading plates, verifying them against allowlists/blocklists, triggering events, and integrating with access control — all running directly on the device edge without external servers.
FAQs
Q1: Do I need a license to use licence plate recognition?
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No, not if you’re using third‑party LPR or VMS software—the standard Q1800‑LE camera will capture plate images and feed them to external analytics with no additional Axis license required.
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If you use the AXIS License Plate Verifier app (provided in the Q1800‑LE‑3 Kit), a verifier license is required to unlock onboard LPR and verification capabilities.
Q2: What does the AXIS License Plate Verifier do?
It enables fully embedded plate reading and verification workflows—matching plates against allow or block lists, logging events, enabling I/O triggers (like barriers or alerts), all without needing separate servers. Suitable for access control, parking, or enforcement scenarios.
Q3: What are the capture performance limits?
Q4: Is the camera suited for harsh outdoor environments?
Yes—IP66 / NEMA 4X certified, IK10-rated casing, IP66 glass, a durable weathershield, and tested for hurricane‑force wind resistance (~60 m/s) make it robust in extreme conditions.
