Product SKU: Q1686-DLE
Product Overview
Combining 60 GHz radar with 4 MP video in a single ruggedised unit, the Axis Q1686-DLE is purpose-built for traffic enforcement and high-speed vehicle monitoring on highways, at toll stations, and across port or perimeter entry points. Featuring a 1/1.8″ CMOS sensor with Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR, it captures license plates in low-light and total darkness at distances up to approximately 50 m using dedicated IR illumination. The varifocal 9-50 mm lens with remote zoom and P-Iris control allows installers to frame lanes precisely from a fixed pole or gantry position. It tracks vehicle speeds up to 200 km/h and fuses radar, video, and optional license plate metadata entirely on the edge. Built to IP66, NEMA 4X, and IK10 standards, and rated for operation from -40 °C to +60 °C, this is a specialist device suited to demanding roadside environments where continuous, unattended monitoring is required.
Key Capabilities
60 GHz Radar Fusion
The integrated radar sensor tracks vehicle speed up to 200 km/h and detects direction of travel. Radar data is fused with video and optional license plate metadata in real time, all processed on the device without relying on an external server.
Dual Line-Crossing Logic
Vehicles must cross two virtual detection lines to trigger an alarm event. This two-stage approach significantly reduces unwanted triggers from roadside objects or passing pedestrians in high-traffic environments.
Night-Capable License Plate Imaging
IR illumination tuned specifically for traffic use enables legible license plate capture in complete darkness at ranges up to approximately 50 m. Lightfinder 2.0 and Forensic WDR ensure usable imagery across mixed lighting and high-contrast roadside conditions.
Varifocal 9-50 mm Lens with Remote Control
The motorised varifocal lens covers a horizontal field of view from approximately 46° down to 9°, giving installers precise lane-framing capability from a fixed mounting position. Remote zoom, autofocus, and P-Iris control eliminate the need to physically access the unit after installation.
On-Device Analytics Suite
Axis Object Analytics, Speed Monitor, Scene Metadata, Video Motion Detection, and Radar Integration run directly on the camera. Third-party ANPR applications can be added via ACAP, and augmented radar overlays with privacy masking are also supported.
Hardened Cybersecurity Architecture
Signed OS, secure boot, TPM, Edge Vault, encrypted filesystem, and signed video form a layered security stack that protects enforcement data from tampering. Encrypted microSD storage and secure VAPIX and ACAP APIs meet the integrity requirements of public safety deployments.
Best For
- Highway Speed Enforcement: Radar tracking up to 200 km/h with fused license plate metadata supports both automated ticketing and manual enforcement workflows from a single mounted device.
- Toll Booths and Access Checkpoints: The varifocal lens frames individual lanes tightly while IR illumination captures plates of fast-moving vehicles entering gated or restricted areas day and night.
- Wrong-Way Driver Detection: Direction-of-travel data from the radar combined with dual line-crossing logic allows accurate identification of wrong-way vehicles with minimal false triggers.
- Port and Industrial Perimeter Entry: IP66, NEMA 4X, and IK10 ratings, combined with a -40 °C to +60 °C operating range and 60 m/s wind resistance, suit continuous unattended deployment at outdoor entry points.
- Smart City Traffic Analytics: Scene Metadata and Speed Monitor outputs integrate with VMS and city traffic management platforms to feed real-time speed trend and flow data without additional infrastructure.
Why Choose the Axis Q1686-DLE
Most traffic cameras capture video or provide analytics, but the Axis Q1686-DLE integrates a calibrated 60 GHz radar sensor directly into the same housing as a 4 MP imaging unit, eliminating the cabling, synchronisation, and installation complexity of separate radar and camera deployments. The varifocal 9-50 mm lens with remote control means lane framing can be adjusted without revisiting the installation point, which matters for pole and gantry-mounted units on live roads. Speed monitoring up to 200 km/h, direction detection, and dual line-crossing validation are built-in capabilities, not add-ons. The hardened cybersecurity features, including signed video and encrypted storage, satisfy evidentiary integrity requirements that standard surveillance cameras cannot meet. Available at Security Wholesalers, the Q1686-DLE is suited to integrators and agencies who need a single, certified, field-proven device rather than a multi-component system assembled from separate parts.
Buyer Decision Tips
Buyer Tip 1 – ANPR Requires a Third-Party ACAP Application: The Q1686-DLE does not include built-in ANPR software. License plate recognition requires a compatible third-party application installed via the Axis Camera Application Platform (ACAP). Confirm your chosen ANPR software is ACAP-certified and validated for the Q1686-DLE before specifying this unit for enforcement or access control projects where plate-reading accuracy is a contractual requirement.
Buyer Tip 2 – Power Budget at Full Load: While typical power draw is approximately 9.5 W, the Q1686-DLE can reach up to 25.5 W under full load when radar, IR illumination, and analytics are all active simultaneously. Verify that your PoE switch or injector supports IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 at the required cable distance. Undersized PoE infrastructure is a common cause of intermittent camera dropouts in demanding traffic monitoring installations.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Sensor |
1/1.8″ progressive scan RGB CMOS |
| Resolution |
4 MP |
| Lens Type |
Varifocal 9-50 mm, autofocus, remote zoom and focus, P-Iris control |
| Horizontal Field of View |
Approximately 46° (wide) to 9° (tele) |
| Vertical Field of View |
Approximately 26° (wide) to 5° (tele) |
| Low-Light Technology |
Lightfinder 2.0, Forensic WDR |
| IR Illumination Range |
Approximately 50 m (optimised for license plate capture) |
| Radar Sensor |
60 GHz |
| Maximum Tracked Vehicle Speed |
200 km/h (125 mph) |
| Ingress Protection |
IP66, NEMA 4X |
| Impact Rating |
IK10 |
| Operating Temperature |
-40 °C to +60 °C |
| Humidity |
Up to 100% (condensing) |
| Wind Resistance |
Up to 60 m/s (approximately 216 km/h) |
| Power Input |
PoE IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4; DC 10-28 V |
| Typical / Maximum Power |
~9.5 W typical / 25.5 W maximum |
| On-Device Analytics |
Axis Object Analytics, Speed Monitor, Radar Integration, Video Motion Detection, Scene Metadata |
| ANPR Support |
Third-party ANPR via ACAP |
| Storage |
microSD (encrypted), NAS |
| Protocols |
ONVIF (G, M, S, T), VAPIX, ACAP, MQTT |
| Cybersecurity |
Signed OS, secure boot, TPM, Edge Vault, encrypted filesystem, signed video |
| Housing Material |
Aluminium with weathershield included |
| Weight |
Approximately 5.1 kg (11.2 lb) |
| Warranty |
5 years |
| Compliance |
PVC/BFR-free, RoHS and REACH compliant |
Ideal Use Cases
Highway Speed Enforcement
Radar tracking up to 200 km/h with real-time speed and direction data, fused with 4 MP plate imagery, supports both automated and manual enforcement workflows from a single pole-mounted device.
Wrong-Way Driver Detection
Dual line-crossing logic combined with radar direction data identifies vehicles travelling against traffic flow. The two-stage trigger design reduces false events, enabling fast and dependable response from traffic control centres.
Toll Booths and Gated Access
The varifocal 9-50 mm lens with remote adjustment frames individual lanes with precision, while IR illumination at up to approximately 50 m captures readable plates of vehicles approaching at speed in any lighting condition.
Traffic Incident Investigation
Forensic WDR imaging, signed video, and fused radar metadata provide investigators with timestamped, tamper-evident records of vehicle speed and position for use in crash reconstruction and legal proceedings.
Smart City Traffic Analytics
Speed Monitor and Scene Metadata outputs feed directly into VMS and city traffic management platforms via ONVIF and MQTT, providing real-time flow and compliance data without requiring additional roadside sensors.
Port and Industrial Perimeter Entry
IP66, NEMA 4X, IK10, and a -40 °C to +60 °C operating range, combined with 60 m/s wind resistance, make the Q1686-DLE suited to continuous unattended monitoring at exposed outdoor vehicle entry points.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose this model if: You need speed measurement, direction detection, and license plate imaging from a single device at a fixed roadside or gantry position, particularly where data integrity for enforcement or evidentiary purposes is required and where extreme weather resistance is non-negotiable.
- Choose a different model if: Your application is general-purpose outdoor surveillance without a speed or traffic enforcement requirement. A standard IP bullet or turret camera will deliver comparable video coverage at a fraction of the cost, and does not carry the complexity of radar calibration or ACAP application management.
- Choose a different model if: You need wide-area or multi-lane simultaneous coverage beyond what a single fixed lens position can provide. A PTZ or multi-sensor panoramic camera would be better suited to open intersections or large-format monitoring zones where the 9-50 mm varifocal range is insufficient.
FAQs
- Does the Axis Q1686-DLE include built-in ANPR (license plate recognition)?
No. The camera includes IR illumination and 4 MP imaging optimised for plate capture, but license plate recognition requires a compatible third-party application installed through the Axis Camera Application Platform (ACAP). You will need to source, license, and install an ACAP-certified ANPR application separately before the camera can read or match plates.
- What is the maximum speed the radar sensor can track?
The integrated 60 GHz radar sensor tracks vehicles travelling at speeds up to 200 km/h (125 mph). Both speed and direction of travel are captured and fused with the video stream on the device in real time, without requiring an external processing server.
- Can the Q1686-DLE be pole or gantry mounted on a live road?
Yes. The aluminium housing with weathershield, IP66 and NEMA 4X ingress protection, IK10 impact rating, and wind resistance up to 60 m/s (approximately 216 km/h) make it suitable for roadside pole and gantry mounting. The effective projected area of approximately 0.063 m² and weight of approximately 5.1 kg should be factored into any structural mounting assessment.
- How does dual line-crossing reduce false alarms at this installation type?
Rather than triggering on a single virtual line crossing, the Q1686-DLE requires a vehicle to cross two sequential detection lines before raising an event. This prevents roadside debris, pedestrians, or animals from generating enforcement alerts, which is critical in automated or unattended traffic monitoring deployments where false positives carry an operational cost.
- What PoE standard does this camera require and does it matter which switch I use?
The Q1686-DLE requires IEEE 802.3at Type 2 Class 4 PoE. Under full operational load with radar, IR, and analytics active, it can draw up to 25.5 W. Standard 802.3af switches rated to 15.4 W per port are not sufficient. Verify that your PoE switch or midspan injector supports 802.3at at the cable distance you are running before commissioning.
- Is the video output from this camera admissible as enforcement evidence?
The Q1686-DLE includes signed video functionality as part of its cybersecurity architecture, alongside an encrypted filesystem and signed operating system. Signed video provides a cryptographic record that footage has not been modified after capture. Whether this satisfies specific evidentiary requirements in your jurisdiction is a legal question, but the technical capability is confirmed in the product design.
- Can the Q1686-DLE operate in Australian summer conditions and coastal environments?
The operating temperature range of -40 °C to +60 °C covers Australian summer heat, including rooftop and exposed outdoor positions. The IP66 rating prevents dust and water ingress. NEMA 4X adds resistance to corrosive environments, making coastal or industrial perimeter deployments viable. Humidity tolerance up to 100% condensing is also confirmed.
- Where can I purchase the Axis Q1686-DLE in Australia?
The Axis Q1686-DLE is part of the Security Wholesalers range and is available to security integrators, installers, and project specifiers. Contact Security Wholesalers directly for pricing, stock availability, and project volume enquiries. Axis devices of this class are typically supplied through authorised distribution channels to ensure warranty and firmware support obligations are met.
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