By combining an analog CCTV system with a network video system, you can easily and cost-effectively expand the surveillance system, and reduce total installation and maintenance costs. Going digital means you'll have crisp, quality images. Images from an alarm event could be easily and quickly distributed via computer networks to many people in different locations for further examination. A video server's image buffers can save and send images collected before an alarm occurred. Images can be stored on a hard disk at remote locations for convenience and/or security purposes. There is no need to buy or change video tapes, or service the video recorder. Digital storage also reduces the risk of image degradation and provides quick and easy search capabilities.

Scalability and flexible integration

Axis video encoders also provide other functionalities and benefits, such as event management capabilities, advanced security measures, scalability
and ease of integration with other security systems. Video encoders come as standalone units or blades for rack solutions.