Product SKU: P8815-2
Product Overview
Installed directly above entrances and exits, the AXIS P8815-2 is a dedicated indoor 3D people counter that combines depth-sensing hardware with embedded counting software in a single compact unit. Unlike camera-based analytics solutions that rely on a separate server or hosted application, the AXIS P8815-2 runs its counting application on-device, reducing infrastructure requirements and simplifying deployment. Using 3D depth mapping rather than conventional 2D video analysis, it is designed to maintain counting accuracy in conditions that would challenge standard overhead cameras, including areas with shadows, uneven lighting, strong glare, or high volumes of simultaneous foot traffic. It supports bi-directional counting, flexible counting zone configuration, real-time occupancy estimation, and data export to Axis reporting platforms or third-party systems via open API. Powered by PoE over a single network cable, it suits retail stores, shopping centres, museums, libraries, and other indoor commercial or public buildings where visitor flow data is used to inform staffing, layout, and operational decisions.
Key Capabilities
3D Depth Mapping for Accurate Counting
The P8815-2 uses 3D depth data rather than flat video analysis to distinguish and count individual people passing through a defined zone. This approach reduces missed counts and double-counts in busy entrances, and performs more consistently under shadow, glare, or high foot traffic compared to 2D overhead analytics.
Embedded Counting Software – No Server Required
The 3D people counting application runs directly on the device. There is no requirement for a dedicated counting server or additional analytics PC, which reduces both upfront cost and ongoing infrastructure complexity, particularly for single-site or multi-entrance retail installations.
Bi-Directional Counting and Flexible Zones
Counts people moving in both directions through a configured counting line or zone, supporting entry and exit tracking simultaneously. Counting areas can be adjusted to suit different entrance layouts, including atypical configurations such as revolving doors or angled walkways.
Real-Time Occupancy Estimation
By tracking cumulative entries and exits, the P8815-2 can provide a real-time estimate of how many people are inside a space at any given moment. This supports capacity management in retail stores, galleries, libraries, and venues where occupancy limits are relevant to operations or compliance.
Open API and Reporting Integration
Counting data can be uploaded to Axis reporting platforms or third-party business intelligence and analytics software via open API, including VAPIX and ONVIF Profile G and S. This allows visitor trend data to connect directly into existing retail analytics, ERP, or facility management workflows.
Best For
- Retail Store Entrances: Bi-directional counting and occupancy estimation give retailers accurate visitor numbers for conversion rate analysis and peak-period staffing decisions.
- Shopping Centre Tenancy Monitoring: Multiple units can be connected across adjoining or wider entrances, making it suitable for large tenancy thresholds and shared mall access points.
- Libraries, Museums, and Public Buildings: Occupancy event configuration and real-time data help venue operators manage capacity, schedule staff, and report attendance figures to funding bodies or management.
- Venues Requiring Capacity Compliance: Real-time occupancy estimation supports environments where maximum capacity thresholds must be actively monitored and acted upon.
Why Choose the AXIS P8815-2
The AXIS P8815-2 separates itself from software-only or camera-add-on counting solutions by combining 3D depth hardware and the counting application in one purpose-built unit. This means no separate counting server, no reliance on general-purpose camera analytics, and no additional licensing for the core people counting function. Its 3D depth approach handles the lighting and crowd conditions that cause flat video analytics to undercount or produce inconsistent results, including glare from shopfront glazing, shadowed entrances, and high volumes of simultaneous passers-by. The device supports a mounting height range of 250 cm to 600 cm, making it compatible with both standard and high-ceiling commercial environments. With a 5-year Axis warranty and open API compatibility with Axis reporting tools and third-party platforms, it is a long-term installation rather than a short-term workaround. Available through Security Wholesalers, the AXIS P8815-2 suits integrators and end users who need a dedicated, infrastructure-light counting solution they can scale across multiple entrances or sites.
Buyer Tip 1 – Mounting Height and Entrance Width: The AXIS P8815-2 must be mounted facing straight down within its supported height range of 250 cm to 600 cm. Before purchasing, confirm your ceiling height at the installation point is within this range. For entrances wider than the single unit’s field of view, plan for multiple P8815-2 counters placed side by side. Accurate counting depends on correct positioning directly above the foot traffic path, so the physical installation point should be determined before finalising the number of units required.
Buyer Tip 2 – Data Integration Planning: The P8815-2 outputs counting data via open API including VAPIX and ONVIF. If you intend to feed data into a third-party analytics, ERP, or business intelligence platform, confirm your chosen software supports direct API connection or a middleware integration layer before deployment. Axis reporting tools work natively with the device, but custom integrations require development or a compatible middleware solution to be in place at go-live.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
AXIS P8815-2 3D People Counter White |
| Part Number |
01786-001 |
| Application |
Indoor 3D people counting and occupancy estimation |
| Counting |
Bi-directional, flexible counting area, wide entrance support using multiple counters |
| Mounting Height |
250 cm to 600 cm |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.9″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Lens |
2.8 mm, fixed iris, F2.2 |
| Minimum Illumination |
5 lux |
| Resolution |
1920 x 1080 HDTV 1080p to 160 x 90 |
| Frame Rate |
30/25 fps |
| Video Compression |
H.264 and Motion JPEG |
| Integration |
VAPIX open API, AXIS Camera Application Platform, ONVIF Profile G, ONVIF Profile S |
| Power |
PoE IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3, typical 4.4 W, max 6 W |
| Connector |
RJ45 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX PoE |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 50°C |
| Humidity |
10% to 85% RH, non-condensing |
| Dimensions |
168 x 78 x 30 mm |
| Weight |
450 g |
| Colour |
White |
| Warranty |
5-year Axis warranty, subject to Axis warranty terms |
Ideal Use Cases
Retail Store Entry Tracking
Bi-directional counting above a store entrance gives retailers an accurate daily, weekly, and hourly visitor count. This data feeds directly into conversion rate calculations when paired with point-of-sale transaction records, giving store managers actionable foot traffic intelligence.
Shopping Centre Multi-Entrance Coverage
Multiple AXIS P8815-2 units can be deployed across a shopping centre to cover separate tenancy entrances and mall access points. Counting data from each unit is available via API for consolidation into centre-wide reporting on visitor flow and dwell patterns.
Museum and Gallery Attendance Reporting
Libraries, museums, and cultural venues often need auditable attendance records for grant reporting and funding acquittals. The P8815-2 provides timestamped, bi-directional count data that can be exported or integrated with venue management platforms to support accurate reporting.
Capacity Monitoring at Controlled Entrances
Real-time occupancy estimation from the P8815-2 enables venues to set occupancy thresholds and trigger configurable events when capacity approaches a defined limit. This suits environments where maximum occupancy is actively managed as part of venue operations.
Staffing and Scheduling Optimisation
Visitor trend data collected over time allows managers to identify peak and off-peak periods with precision. Retailers and service-based businesses can use this data to align rostering decisions with actual foot traffic patterns rather than relying on estimates or manual counts.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need a dedicated, server-free 3D people counting solution for an indoor entrance with a ceiling height between 250 cm and 600 cm, and you want accurate bi-directional counting with real-time occupancy data and open API data export.
- Choose a different model if: Your installation point has a ceiling height outside the 250 cm to 600 cm range, as the P8815-2’s 3D depth sensor requires placement within this specific height window to count accurately. If your entrance is outdoor or exposed to weather, this unit is not rated for outdoor use and a different solution would be required.
- Choose a different model if: You require video surveillance as the primary function alongside counting. The AXIS P8815-2 is a purpose-built people counter: its hardware and software are optimised for counting accuracy rather than general-purpose video monitoring. If both video recording and counting are required, a separate camera paired with a video analytics platform may better serve the overall brief.
FAQs
- Does the AXIS P8815-2 require a separate server or PC to run the counting application?
No. The 3D people counting application is embedded directly in the device. The P8815-2 runs the counting software on-board, meaning no dedicated counting server, analytics PC, or additional software licence is needed to get the core people counting function operating after installation.
- Why does this unit use 3D depth sensing rather than standard video analytics?
3D depth mapping generates a spatial model of the scene rather than analysing a flat video image. This makes the counting logic more robust in conditions where standard overhead video analytics often undercount or produce errors, including entrances affected by shadows, uneven artificial lighting, strong backlight from glazed shopfronts, or high volumes of people passing simultaneously.
- What is the supported mounting height range?
The AXIS P8815-2 is designed to be mounted between 250 cm and 600 cm above the floor, facing directly downward above the counting area. Installing outside this height range will affect counting accuracy. Ceiling height at the proposed installation point should be confirmed before purchase.
- Can the P8815-2 count people entering and exiting at the same time?
Yes. The unit supports bi-directional counting, tracking movement in both directions through the configured counting zone simultaneously. This allows accurate entry and exit figures to be maintained independently, which is what drives the real-time occupancy estimate.
- How is the AXIS P8815-2 powered, and does it need separate cabling for power?
It is powered by Power over Ethernet using IEEE 802.3af/802.3at Type 1 Class 3, drawing a typical 4.4 W and up to 6 W maximum. A single Cat5e or Cat6 network cable handles both data and power, which simplifies ceiling installation and avoids the need for a separate electrical supply at the mounting point.
- Can multiple AXIS P8815-2 units cover a wide entrance?
Yes. For entrances wider than a single unit’s coverage area, multiple P8815-2 counters can be placed side by side to cover the full entrance width. Each unit connects independently over PoE, and their counting outputs can be combined through the API or Axis reporting tools to provide a single aggregate count for the entrance.
- What systems can counting data be exported to?
The P8815-2 supports open API access via VAPIX and is compatible with ONVIF Profile G and Profile S. Counting data can be sent to Axis reporting platforms or integrated with third-party business intelligence, retail analytics, ERP, or facility management software. The integration method depends on the capabilities of the receiving platform, and custom connections may require a middleware layer or developer resource. Available through Security Wholesalers, the P8815-2 is suited to integrators building business intelligence solutions that need a hardware-side counting source with open API outputs.
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