Unlike general-purpose cameras, the Q1700-LE is optimised end-to-end for plate recognition. Its long varifocal lens lets you frame plates at a distance, while Forensic WDR handles the harsh contrast of headlights against dark surroundings. Built-in IR keeps plates legible after dark, and electronic image stabilisation steadies the image where vibration would otherwise blur fast-moving vehicles.
Day & Night Plate Capture
Forensic WDR plus built-in IR delivers readable plates around the clock, even against bright headlights and reflective surfaces.
Long-Reach Varifocal
18–137 mm lens with 8x optical zoom and remote zoom lets you target plates across multiple lanes or at distance.
Rugged Outdoor Build
IP66 weatherproof and IK10 vandal-resistant housing rated from -40 to 60 °C for tough roadside and gate environments.
Smooth, Stable Video
Electronic image stabilisation and 50/60 fps capture keep plates crisp on fast-moving vehicles.
Is the Axis Q1700-LE designed specifically for licence plate recognition?Yes. It is purpose-built for LPR/ANPR, with a long varifocal lens, Forensic WDR and built-in IR tuned to capture sharp, readable plates day and night.
What resolution is the Q1700-LE?It captures 2MP / 1080p (1920 x 1080) at up to 50/60 fps, which is optimised for clear plate detail rather than wide-area overview.
What is the lens range and zoom?An 18–137 mm varifocal lens with 8x optical zoom and remote zoom, letting you frame plates across multiple lanes or at a distance.
How does it perform at night?Built-in IR plus Forensic WDR keep plates legible after dark and against bright headlights, with minimum illumination of 0.16 lux in colour and 0 lux in B/W with IR.
Is the camera weatherproof and vandal-resistant?Yes. It carries IP66 weatherproof and IK10 vandal ratings and operates from -40 to 60 °C, suiting roadside, gate and car-park installs.
How is it powered?Via Power over Ethernet (PoE Class 3), drawing a maximum of 13.5 W, so a single network cable handles both data and power.
Does it support onboard recording?Yes, it has a microSD card slot for local edge storage, useful for failover recording alongside an NVR or VMS.
Is the Q1700-LE NDAA compliant?Yes. As an Axis camera it is NDAA Section 889 and TAA compliant, making it suitable for government and enterprise projects.
Does it come with an Australian warranty?Yes. This is genuine Australian stock backed by a 5-year Axis limited hardware warranty and local tech support from CCTV Guru.
