AXIS Digital Microphone | 01561-001
- Sku: T8355
- Vendor: SecurityAustralia
Built as a professional audio accessory for AXIS network cameras and video encoders, the AXIS Digital Microphone T8355 captures clear, directional sound to complement your surveillance setup. Designed to connect via USB, it delivers high-quality digital audio pickup suited to indoor monitoring environments where audio evidence or two-way communication is a priority.
Why This Model
- Digital audio clarity: Captures sound digitally rather than via analogue input, reducing noise interference and delivering cleaner audio recordings alongside your camera footage.
- AXIS ecosystem compatibility: Engineered specifically for AXIS cameras and encoders, so integration is straightforward without the guesswork of third-party compatibility issues.
- Compact, discreet form factor: Small enough to mount unobtrusively near a camera, making it practical for retail counters, reception areas, or interview rooms where audio capture is needed without drawing attention.
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Product Overview
Model: AXIS T8355 Digital Microphone
Who This Is For
For installers and system integrators who need to add high-quality audio capture to an AXIS camera or video encoder installation where the camera itself has no built-in microphone. The AXIS Digital Microphone T8355 is designed specifically for AXIS products, integrating cleanly into existing AXIS surveillance deployments without requiring a separate audio interface or analogue converter. Common applications include reception areas, interview rooms, retail counters, and access-controlled entry points where capturing clear spoken audio alongside video is a compliance or evidentiary requirement. It suits IT managers, security consultants, and AV integrators specifying AXIS-based systems who need a purpose-built audio input that matches the reliability and compatibility expectations of the broader AXIS product ecosystem.
What This Product Actually Does
Digital Audio Input
By using a digital signal path rather than analogue, the T8355 avoids the interference and signal degradation that can affect traditional analogue microphone connections over long cable runs inside buildings - particularly important in electrically noisy environments like server rooms or retail fit-outs.
AXIS Ecosystem Compatibility
Designed and tested for use with compatible AXIS cameras and video encoders, the T8355 integrates without requiring third-party audio drivers or additional configuration steps. It works within the AXIS device management environment that integrators are already familiar with.
Adds Audio to Existing Installations
If an AXIS camera has been deployed without audio capability and a project later requires recorded audio, the T8355 can be added to the system without replacing the camera. This makes it a practical option for upgrading existing AXIS deployments rather than respecifying hardware.
Indoor Audio Capture
Purpose-built for indoor installations, the T8355 captures ambient and directed speech in enclosed environments. It is suited to scenarios where spoken interaction needs to be recorded alongside video, such as reception desks, interview rooms, and monitored entry points.
Who Buys This Model
- Security Integrators: Adding audio recording to AXIS camera installations at reception counters, entry lobbies, or interview rooms where the specified camera has no built-in microphone.
- IT and Facilities Managers: Upgrading an existing AXIS-based surveillance system to include audio without replacing deployed cameras, using the T8355 as a compatible add-on component.
- Compliance-Driven Operators: Businesses or government facilities that require synchronised audio and video recording for evidentiary, legal, or workplace compliance purposes, and need a purpose-built AXIS-compatible solution.
- AV and Security Consultants: Specifying a complete audio-video solution within an AXIS ecosystem to ensure single-vendor compatibility and simplified system management for end clients.
Honest Assessment
The AXIS T8355 does one thing well: it adds a clean, digital audio input to compatible AXIS cameras and encoders without the interference risks associated with analogue microphone connections. For integrators working within an established AXIS ecosystem, the compatibility and simplified setup are genuine advantages over sourcing a generic third-party microphone that may require additional configuration or introduce ground-loop noise. It is a purpose-built component, not a universal audio solution. It will not work as a standalone recording device, does not include built-in audio processing or noise cancellation features, and is not suited to outdoor deployment. If the installation requires audio coverage across a wide area or multiple zones, a dedicated IP audio system would be more appropriate. The T8355 is available through Security Australia and is best suited to targeted, single-point indoor audio capture within an existing AXIS deployment.
Before You Buy
Compatibility Check: Confirm that your specific AXIS camera or video encoder model supports an external digital microphone input before ordering the T8355. Not all AXIS devices include the required digital audio input port. Check the camera's datasheet for audio input specifications and connection type before committing to this accessory in your BOM.
Audio Recording Regulations: In Australia, recording spoken conversations may be subject to state and territory listening device legislation. Confirm your legal obligations - particularly in customer-facing environments - before deploying audio recording as part of your surveillance system.
Quick Fit Check
- Good match if: You have a compatible AXIS camera deployed in an indoor location - such as a reception desk or interview room - and need to add audio recording capability without replacing the existing camera.
- Good match if: Your project specifies a fully AXIS-native solution and you need a digital microphone that integrates directly into the AXIS device management environment without third-party drivers.
- You may need a different model if: Your installation requires audio coverage across multiple zones, outdoor deployment, or wide-area audio monitoring - a dedicated IP audio system or outdoor-rated audio device would be more appropriate for those requirements.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
Real-World Scenarios
How It Compares
- Choose this if: You are working within an existing AXIS installation and need to add audio to a compatible camera or encoder without introducing third-party components or analogue signal paths.
- You may need a different model if: Your project requires outdoor audio capture, wide-area sound monitoring, or IP audio broadcasting - a dedicated IP audio system or outdoor-rated audio device would be the more appropriate product type for those requirements.
- Pairs well with: Compatible AXIS fixed cameras and AXIS video encoders deployed in indoor, customer-facing, or access-controlled environments.
Common Questions
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Will this microphone work with any AXIS camera?
Not universally - it requires a compatible AXIS camera or video encoder that supports a digital audio input connection. Before purchasing, check the datasheet for your specific AXIS camera model to confirm it includes the correct audio input type. Not all AXIS cameras have the required digital input port, so compatibility must be verified on a model-by-model basis. -
Does this work for outdoor installations?
No. The T8355 is an indoor microphone accessory and is not rated for outdoor deployment. If your installation requires audio capture in an exposed or weather-affected environment, you would need an outdoor-rated audio device suited to those conditions. -
Can I use this microphone with non-AXIS cameras or third-party NVRs?
No. The T8355 is designed specifically for compatible AXIS cameras and video encoders. It is not a universal USB or analogue microphone and will not function as a general-purpose audio input for non-AXIS hardware or third-party recording platforms. -
Does the T8355 require separate power?
It is powered through its connection to the compatible AXIS device rather than requiring an independent power source. This simplifies installation as no additional power supply or cabling is needed for the microphone itself - confirm the specific power arrangement in the AXIS T8355 product datasheet for your exact installation context. -
Is it legal to record audio alongside CCTV footage in Australia?
It depends on the state or territory and the specific environment. Australian listening device laws vary by jurisdiction and generally restrict the covert recording of private conversations. Public-facing environments, signage, and consent requirements all affect compliance. You should seek legal advice specific to your state before deploying audio recording as part of any surveillance system. The T8355 is stocked by Security Australia - the compliance obligations of its use remain with the deploying organisation. -
Will adding this microphone affect how the AXIS camera is managed?
No. Because the T8355 is a native AXIS accessory, it integrates into the existing AXIS device management environment without adding a separate software layer or management interface. Audio settings are accessible through the same AXIS platform used to manage the connected camera or encoder.
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Most security cameras, recorders, intercoms and access control products purchased from Security Australia are covered by a back-to-base manufacturer warranty, usually 3 years unless otherwise stated. Axis products are generally covered for 5 years and EZVIZ products are generally covered for 1 year, unless otherwise mentioned.
Warranty does not cover power surges, incorrect installation, mishandling, unsupported firmware, physical damage, misuse or other excluded issues. All warranty claims are subject to inspection, manufacturer terms, product availability and any rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.
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