Mobotix D12 User Manual

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D12

Camera Manual

MOBOTIX ... the new face of IP video

Part 1

Wall mount

with cable cover

for RJ45 wall outlet

30 Frames/s

VGA (640 x 480)

12 fps Mega

-22°F to +140°F

Weatherproof

-30°C to +60°C, IP65

no heating necessary

IEEE 802.3af

PoE

network power

even in winter

Video SIP Client

IP Telephony

alarm notify,

camera remote control

lip-syncronized audio

Recording

event ring buffer

30 cams each 30 fps

Backlight

safe using CMOS

without mechanical iris

Video motion

multiple windows

precision pixel-based

microphone & speaker

Audio

bi-directional via IP

variable frame rates

Live viewing

30 cams at 30 fps

all on one screen

3 Megapixels

2048 x 1536

8x software zoom

Robust

no moving parts

fiber glass housing

X

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MOBOTIX Camera Data

Enter the data of your camera here!

Camera Model:

Camera Name:

Factory IP Address:

Current IP Address:

DHCP: activated

 deactivated 

Admin User Name:

Admin Password:

ISDN Dial-In Number:

ISDN User Name:

ISDN Password:

Notes:

Note: MOBOTIX offers inexpensive seminars that include a workshop and

practical excercises:

Basic Seminar 3 days, Advanced Seminar 2 days.

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D12 CAMERA MANUAL PART 1

1 INTRODUCTION 10

1.1 MOBOTIX D12 Concept 16

1.2 Lens Options, Hardware and Software Features 22

2MOUNTING 26

2.1 Overview of the Camera Versions 26

2.2 Directions 27

2.3 Preparatory Steps 28

2.3.1 Mounting to a Ceiling 28

2.3.2 Mounting to a Wall 29

2.3.3 Deciding on the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232) 30

2.3.4 Selecting the Power Supply 31

2.3.5 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) 32

2.3.6 Providing the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232) 33

2.3.7 Connecting Additional CAT5 Cables 33

2.3.8 Connecting a Cable to the Serial interface (RS232) 35

2.4 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D Standard 36

2.4.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D Standard 36

2.4.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D Standard 37

2.4.3 Dimensions - D12D Standard 38

2.5 Installing the Lens Units - D12D Standard 40

2.5.1 Activating the Camera Configuration in the Quick Installation Wizard 43

2.6 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D-180° 44

2.6.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D-180° 44

2.6.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D-180° 45

2.6.3 Dimensions - D12D-180° 46

2.7 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12M-CS 48

2.7.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12M-CS 48

2.7.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12M-CS 49

2.7.3 Dimensions - D12M-CS 50

2.8 Indoor/Outdoor Mounting Instructions 52

2.8.1 Mounting Indoor Cameras to a Wall or Ceiling 52

2.8.2 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall 53

2.8.3 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall or Pole 53

2.9 Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount (Optional Accessory) 54

2.10 Delivered Parts of the Corner and Pole Mount (Optional Accessory) 55

2.11 Mounting the Corner and Pole Mount 56

2.11.1 Overview 56

2.11.2 Mounting to the Corner of a Building 57

2.11.3 Mounting to a Pole 58

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2.11.4 Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount 59

2.12 Mounting the Camera With the Outdoor Wall Mount 60

2.12.1 Setting the Direction of the Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) 60

2.12.2Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount 61

2.12.3Determining the Position of the Camera on the Bottom Plate 63

2.12.4Mounting the Camera on the Bottom Plate 64

2.12.5Connecting the Camera and Mounting the Bottom Plate 65

2.13 Finishing the Installation 66

2.13.1 Establishing a Connection to the Camera 66

2.13.2Adjusting the Lenses, Visual Check 66

2.13.2Adjusting the Single Images of a MOBOTIX D12D-180° 67

2.13.3Mounting the Dome and the Camera's Outer Shell 70

2.14 Dismantling the Camera 71

2.15 Mounting the Camera to Different Surfaces 74

2.15.1 Mounting to a Wooden Wall or Surface 75

2.15.2Mounting to a Drywall 76

2.15.3Mounting to a Concrete or Brick Wall 77

2.15.4After Mounting the Camera 78

2.16 Notes 80

2.16.1 Cleaning Instructions 80

2.16.2Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 80

2.17 Camera Accessories 82

3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 84

3.1 General Procedure 84

3.1.1 Establishing the Power Supply to the Camera 84

3.1.2 Connecting the Camera 84

3.3 Connecting the Camera to the Network and to the Power Supply 86

3.2.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply 86

3.2.2 Camera Startup Sequence 87

3.2.3 Power Supply (MxPoE) Using a Switch 88

3.2.4 Power Supply (MxPoE) When Connected Directly to a Computer 88

3.2.5 Power Supply Using a Network Power Rack (MxPoE) 89

3.2.6 Power Supply (PoE IEEE 802.3af) Using Power-over-Ethernet Products 89

3.2.7 ISDN: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter 90

3.2.8 ISDN: Directly Supplying Power Using the External Power Supply 91

3.2.9 Ethernet and ISDN: Power Supply When Using Both 91

3.3 The First Image from the Camera 92

3.3.1 Preparing the Ethernet and ISDN Connections 92

3.3.2 The First Image in the Browser 95

3.3.3 The First Image in MxControlCenter 98

3.3.4 The First Image in MxEasy 103

3.3.5 Starting the Camera With an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 106

3.3.6 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 1071

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3.4 Configuring the Camera in the Browser 108

3.4.1 Overview 108

3.4.2 The First Configuration Steps 108

3.4.3 Additional Configuration Options 110

3.5 SD Card Recording 112

3.5.1 Introduction 112

3.5.2 Formatting an SD Card With the MxFFs Format 115

3.5.3 Activating the Recording on an SD Card 116

3.5.4 Accessing the Data on an SD Card 116

3.5.5 Using an SD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera 117

3.5.6 Deactivating SD Card Recording and Removing the Card 118

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 118

3.5.8 Problems Accessing an SD Card 119

3.6 Connecting External Devices and Sensors: MX Interface
Connector 120

3.6.1 MX Interface Connector for Direct Connections 120

3.7 Signal Input/Output (RS232 Interface) 122

3.7.1 Signal Input Pins 122

3.7.2 Signal Output Pins 123

3.8 Important Notes 124

3.8.1 Weatherproofness 124

3.8.2 Password for the Administration Menu 124

3.8.3 Irreversibly Deactivating the Microphone 124

3.8.4 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 125

3.8.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults 125

3.8.6 Activating Event Control for Security Applications 125

3.8.7 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 125

3.8.8 Deactivating the Automatic Daily Reboot of the Camera 126

3.8.9 ISDN Compatibility Notes 126

3.8.10Using Internet Browsers 126

3.8.11 Cleaning Instructions 126

3.8.12Safety Warnings 126

3.8.13Additional Information 127

3.9 Drilling Templates 128

APPENDIX: IP65 CERTIFICATE, DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

DRILLING TEMPLATES

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Soft-

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an overview of the

Software Manual

contents.

SOFTWARE MANUAL PART2

4 CAMERA USER INTERFACE

4.1 The First Image in the Browser

4.2 The First Image in MxControlCenter

4.3 The Live Screen in the Browser

4.4 The Playback Screen in the Browser

4.5 The MultiView Screen in the Browser

4.6 The Multiwatcher Screen in the Browser

4.7 The PDA Screen in the Browser

4.8 The Guest Screen in the Browser

4.9 Configuring Softbuttons and Managing Functions

4.10 Fast Video Streaming

4.11 Operating Multiple Cameras

5 GENERAL CAMERA CONFIGURATION

5.1 Overview

5.2 Quick Installation

5.3 Connection Test

5.4 Basic Settings

5.5 Image Controls

5.6 Logos

5.7 Exposure Settings

5.8 Day & Night Modes

5.9 Managing Settings

5.10 Enhanced Security Settings

6 SOFTWARE UPDATES

6.1 Overview

6.2 Preparatory Steps

6.3 Updating the Camera Software

6.4 Update Checklist

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7 EVENTS, ACTIONS AND MESSAGES

7.1 Overview

7.2 Functional Overview

7.3 General Procedure

7.4 Screen Display of Event Settings in Live Image

7.5 Arming

7.6 Events

7.7 Actions and Messaging, Action and Messaging Profiles

7.8 Working with Profiles

7.9 Time Tasks

8 RECORDING

8.1 Overview

8.2 Recording Modes

8.3 Recording Types

9 TELEPHONY FEATURES

9.1 Overview

9.2 VoIP Settings

9.3 Camera Telephone

9.4 Phone profiles – Phone Calls from the Camera

9.5 Phone Call-In - From a Telephone to the Camera

9.6 Remotely Controlling the Camera Using a Phone

9.7 Sample Configurations for IP Telephony via Internet

9.8 Sample Configurations for IP Telephony on a LAN

9.9 Video Telephony

10 MOBOTIX CAMERAS ON THE WEB

10.1 Overview

10.2 Indirectly Accessing MOBOTIX Cameras via the Web, FTP Uploads

10.3 Directly Accessing MOBOTIX Cameras via the Web

10.4 Configuring the Router

10.5 DynDNS

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11 SOFTWARE INTERFACES

11.1 Overview

11.2 Accessing the Camera's Live Image and the Event Images

11.3 Accessing the Camera's Live Image Using the Second Image Channel

11.4 Video Streaming

11.5 The HTTP API

11.6 Access Rights

12 TROUBLESHOOTING

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Copyright © 1999-2008 MOBOTIX AG, Kaiserslautern, Germany.

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Mac OSX are trademarks of Apple Inc. Linux is a trademark of Linus Torvalds.
All other marks and names mentioned herein may be trademarks or registered
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MOBOTIX Cost Benefits

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Overview—MOBOTIX
Cost Benefits

Increased resolution reduces amount of cameras

1536-line, high-resolution sensors give a better overview and allow monitor­ing an entire room with just one camera from the corner

Reduced installation costs at any distance

Standard Ethernet connection enables the use of common network compo­nents such as fiber, copper and wireless (WiFi)

Intelligent recording technology reduces storage

Decentralized recording technology in the camera software puts less strain
on PCs and reduces the amount of storage PCs (DVRs) by 10 times

Event-controlled image rate minimizes storage cost

Event-driven, automatically adjusted recording frame rate based on event or
sensor action reduces amount of data and storage costs

No additional power and no heating required

Anti-fogging without heating allows usage of standard PoE technology to
power the system via network and saves costs of power cabling

Backup power requirement reduced by 8 times

Low power consumption, 3 Watt, enables year-round (no heating required)
PoE with one centralized UPS from installation room via network

Robust and practically maintenance free

Fiberglass-reinforced composite housing with built-in cable protection and
no mechanical moving parts (no autoiris) guarantees longevity

No software and no licence costs

Control and recording software is integrated in the camera and is free of
charge; new functions are available via free software downloads

Unlimited scalability and high return on investment

While in use, more cameras and storage can be added at any time; image
format, frame rate & recording parameters can be camera specific

Additional functions and other extras included

Audio support, lens, wall mount and weatherproof housing (-30° to +60°C,

-22° to +140°F) included; microphone & speaker available in certain models

MOBOTIX Technical Advantages

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Overview—MOBOTIX
Technical Advantages

Progressive-scan instead of half-frame blur

Megapixel sensor and image processing inside the camera with digital
white balance generates sharp and true color images at every scale

Sun and backlight compensation

CMOS sensor without auto iris, digital contrast enhancement and configur­able exposure measurement zones guarantee optimum exposure control

Dual camera technology: 2-in-1

Two possible camera views with picture-in-picture technology or 180° pano­ramic view; one Dual-Fixdome camera with 2.5 megapixel is enough

Long-term, high-performance Terabyte recording incl.

Event detection and ring buffer recording by the camera itself allow record­ing of 40 smooth video streams on a single PC (1200 VGA images/s)

Simultaneous recording, event search and live viewing

Live video for multiple users, recording and event search simultaneously
possible in seconds from anywhere in the world via network

Very low network load

Efficient MxPEG video codec, motion detection based recording and video
buffering inside camera guarantee a very low network load

Bridging of recording during network failures

Internal camera ring buffer bridges network failures and bandwidth fluctua­tions of wireless links (WLAN/UMTS) for several minutes

Day & night maintenance free

Unique Day/Night camera technology without moving parts guarantees
extreme light sensitivity and ensures long-term reliability

Audio and SIP telephony

Lip-synchronized audio (live & recording); each camera is a video IP tele­phone based on SIP standard with automatic alarm call and remote control

MxControlCenter included

Dual screen technology with building plans, free camera positioning, event
search, image processing, lens distortion correction and PTZ support

1 INTRODUCTION

The D12 cameras are powerful yet compact MOBOTIX network
cameras that are capable of creating high-resolution live video
streams (QXGA format: 2048x1536 pixels) with high image rates.
When showing VGA video (640x480), the camera can deliver up to 30 fps.
Even Megapixel video (1280x960) will still generate up to 10fps. The camera
transmits realtime sound from the microphone in the browser (using the ActiveX
plug-in) or in MxControlCenter.

The MOBOTIX D12 is avail­able as SECURE or IT model
with different features. Apart
from the standard version,
the MOBOTIX D12 is offered
in two additional versions:
the D12D-180° offers a 180°
panorama view and the

D12M-CS is equipped with

the CS-Mount lens (24­54mm) already used in the

M22M-CSVario.

Because of the low power
consumption of only 3Watts, the MOBOTIX D12 cameras feature the highest oper­ating temperature range in the market from -30 to + 60°C (-22 to 140°F). Since
MOBOTIX cameras neither fog up nor require heating, power can be supplied via
the network cabling using standard PoE products. All models can cover wall out­lets, thus providing for perfectly protected cabling.

Like all other MOBOTIX cameras, the D12 models have more to offer than only the
camera features. The integrated software features include a multitude of functions,
such as video motion detection, long-term recording, alarm messaging and
video IP telephony to name but a few features. Unlike in camera systems from
other manufacturers, buying and installing additional software on the computer is
thus unnecessary. Instead of
using a web browser, you
can also download the free

MxControlCenter from the

MOBOTIX website, which
allows displaying multiple
cameras on one monitor,
allows for comfortably
searching and evaluating
the alarm video clips and
provides alerting features
(including audio).

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High resolution: QXGA
format with 2048x1536!

30 frames per second in
VGA format!

Everything integrated!

MxControlCenter

While MxControlCenter has been providing virtual PTZ

features for quite a while, these features are now avail-

able directly in the MOBOTIX camera. This means that
you can continuously zoom into or out of the live image
using either the mouse wheel or a joystick. When storing
images or video sequences, you can choose to store
either the visible image area of the live image or the

full sensor image. The second option would also allow

examining the parts of an image or video after the event
that had not been in the visible image section of the live
image.

Another problem known from photography are the dis­tortions from wide-angle lenses. Straight lines at the
image borders are bent inwards towards the corners.
The integrated distortion correction features of the cam­era (and of MxControlCenter) allow correcting the bent
lines of various lenses using software algorithms.

The current MOBOTIX cameras support direct storage on the

integrated Flash storage media, internal SD cards and
external USB media. The MOBOTIX Secure R versions are a

highlight in this respect as they are delivered with an inte-

grated Flash storage device (e.g. R8 with 8GB).

180° Panorama View with the MOBOTIX D12D-180°

The MOBOTIX D12D-180° is equipped with two 90°
super-wide-angle lenses mounted on a single lens
holder and delivers 180° panorama images. Using only

one camera, you can cover one side of a building and

the adjacent areas (parking lots, lawns, etc.).

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Virtual PTZ

Image section with cor­rection of wide-angle dis­tortion

D12-180°:

Façade surveillance with
only one camera and 2x
90° L22 Super Wide­Angle lenses

Zoom 1x

Zoom 2x

MOBOTIX D12M-CS for CS-Mount lenses

The MOBOTIX D12M-CS is equipped with a CS-Mount

vario lens (24- 54mm), but also allows using other CS-

Mount lenses.

The MOBOTIX D12D-Fixdome Outdoor

MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor Concept

As an innovative camera system, the MOBOTIX D12D-FixDome has captured an
impressive piece of market share in the network camera market. Thanks to its two
image sensors, this camera system delivers video surveillance of one scene in day/
night mode (Night models) or it can monitor two different areas using different day
or night lenses.

The D12D-Outdoor and the wall mount (optional accessories) now allow mounting
this unique camera system outside for enhanced outdoor surveillance. Besides the
many advantages inherent to the MOBOTIX concept, the outdoor wall mount

offers these additional benefits:

Perfect weather protection for an innovative camera system

Together with the Outdoor Wall Mount, the MOBOTIX D12D reaches protection class
IP65 (absolutely dustproof, resistant against water jets). Operating temperatures
may vary between -30°C and +60°C (-22°F to 140°F), making it the ideal camera for
the most demanding weather situations. From stations in Antarctica to production
monitoring at a steel smelting plant—MOBOTIX cameras offer unmatched flexibility
and versatility.

Simply mounted outdoors

Since the wall mount and the wall sealing have been designed to fit over RJ45 out­door wall outlets, providing the network connection can be separated from actually

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D12M-CS:

Light-sensitive Vario CS­Mount lens with 24–
54mm focal length (f­stop 1.6– 2.3)

The two image sensors
can look into the same or
into different directions

Elegantly covers RJ45
wall outlets

mounting the camera. After the position of the wall mount has been determined,
the installer of the MOBOTIX camera system can connect the camera system to an
installed network outlet, which has been properly tested and configured by the
network installer. The wall mount also brings ample space for additional modules
(rechargeable batteries, 3G/UMTS, WiFi, etc.).

Robust design makes for a long life

Like all MOBOTIX cameras, the outdoor wall mount is made from PBT-30GF (Poly­butyleneterephtalate with 30% fiberglass). This material is used heavily in the auto­motive industry and is sturdy, resistant against high temperatures, UV rays as well
as other environmental influences, chemicals, etc. Combined with the purely soft­ware-based design of the MOBOTIX D12D and the free software updates, the
whole surveillance system has a long product life and thus provides a high return
on investment (ROI).

Extreme environmental conditions (sand storms, high levels of salt in the air,
heavy rain, etc.) may lead to higher abrasion than usual; the wall mount should
thus be checked on a regular basis. When planning an application under extreme
environmental conditions, you should consider the MOBOTIX M12 camera models
as they are more robust due to their factory-preset and locked lenses, absence of
moving parts and the lower weight. This applies especially to locations that are
subjected to vibrations (e.g. when mounted to a ski-lift) and other environmental
conditions, (e.g. sand storms, near coast lines, etc.).

Easy to clean

Cleaning the D12D-Outdoor is simple enough—wipe the dome using a lint-free cot­ton cloth and a mild household detergent without abrasive particles.

Open for enhancements

The outdoor wall mount's
design provides for easy
integration of WiFi or GSM/
GPRS modules within the
housing without disturbing
the overall appearance of
the surveillance unit. Like­wise, relays for alarm sirens
or lights can be installed easily and elegantly within the outdoor wall mount.

More mounting options using the MOBOTIX Corner and Pole Mount

MOBOTIX offers an additional mount that allows securely attaching the outdoor
wall mount (optional accessory) to 90-degree corners of buildings and to masts.
Thanks to the unmatched flexibility when positioning the MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor's
image sensors, large outdoor areas can be monitored using only very few cam­eras.

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Room for additional mod­ules in the interior of the
wall mount

No yellowing of housing
even after years thanks
to PBT-30GF

D12 with Corner
and Pole Mount

MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor Product Advantages

Besides the many product advantages inherent to the MOBOTIX D12, the MOBOTIX
D12D-Outdoor offers these additional benefits:

• Attractive design blends in well with building façades.

• Perfect weather protection for the MOBOTIX D12D: IP65, -30 to +60°C (-22
to 140°F).

• Easily mounted and perfect cover for outdoor wall outlets.

• Weatherproof and easy to clean thanks to housing built from PBT-30GF.

• Ample room for extension modules (WiFi, GSM/GPRS) stored within the
housing of the outdoor wall mount.

• High return on investment (ROI) thanks to the software-based MOBOTIX
design and free updates.

• Mounting to building corners and poles (from 60 to 180mm/2.5 to 7 in) is
easily accomplished using the Corner and Pole Mount (stainless steel,
white).

• Unique flexibility when setting the direction of the image sensors provides
for thorough video surveillance while requiring relatively few cameras.

• As D12D-180°, allows monitoring the complete side of a building with only
one camera.

• The MOBOTIX D12M-CS is equipped with a CS-Mount lens (24– 54mm),
but also allows using other CS-Mount lenses.

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Outdoor Corner and Pole
Mount

Robust network video sys­tem for indoor and out­door applications

Corner and Pole Mount

(rear view)

Outdoor wall mount with Corner and Pole mount

+

=

D12DOutdoor wall mountD12D-Outdoor

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1.1 MOBOTIX D12 Concept

High-resolution live video with up to 30 frames/s

The MOBOTIX cameras deliver smooth live video display in VGA format (640x480
pixels) with synchronous live audio, yet it keeps the network load to a minimum.
Live video display now matches the performance of analog video systems. When
recording, MOBOTIX systems easily outperform analog systems, since MOBOTIX
cameras store the high live image resolution and frame rate without compromising
image quality. MOBOTIX technology thus allows simultaneously recording the
video from 30 cameras in continuous recording mode on one standard PC at

30 frames per second each, including the audio channel of the cameras.

Low bandwidth requirements

MOBOTIX' patent pending MxPEG streaming format allows fast live video with
audio at extremely low network loads (1 to 2Mbps). Since the MOBOTIX camera
itself detects movements in the image (and not the computer), video is only trans­mitted if movements occur, and when the video and audio data are being stored.

Voice over IP and ISDN

Moreover, MxPEG provides for lip-synchronized audio and two-way communica­tion between the camera and your computer. Room surveillance with audio is pos­sible using Internet Explorer or MxControlCenter. Alarm notification on your mobile
via Internet (SIP) or ISDN telephony is just as easy as event-controlled voice mes­sages directly from the camera (ISDN requires M12 or D12 model).

IP telephony and video SIP

All telephone features can be used
via Internet telephony thanks to the
integrated SIP client. The SIP client
allows remote-controlling the camera
using the touchtone keys and also
makes the alarm calls of the camera.
Video telephony allows establishing
SIP audio/video connections to the
camera using Windows Messenger
or similar applications (e.g. Counter­Path X-Lite/Eyebeam).

Long-term storage on file servers included

MOBOTIX cameras have an integrated long-term storage system for Linux, Win­dows and Mac OS X computers. Every camera manages its own ring buffer stor­age on the shared folder. Thanks to this decentralized approach, 30 live cameras
can store images on one computer with 30 frames per second each, including

audio (also depends on the operating system).

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M12 and D12 models fea­ture ISDN telephony

IP Telephony!

Recording on Flash, USB and SD storage media

The current MOBOTIX cameras support direct storage on the integrated Flash

storage media, internal SD cards and external USB media.

The MOBOTIX Secure R versions are a highlight in this respect as they are deliv­ered with an integrated Flash storage device (e.g. R8 with 8GB). These models
have been preconfigured at the factory for Flash device storage. By using Flash, the
camera features these additional possibilities:

• Stand-alone use of the camera without file server thanks to recording on
the Flash device.

• High-security application with recording on a file server or NAS/SAN in
which the Flash device serves as storage buffer. It can thus bridge longer fail­ures of the network or the file server without losing any video sequences
(supported in a future software version).

• Event downloads to USB media or SD cards for evaluation of the recorded

sequences on a computer.

30 live cameras using MxControlCenter

Instead of using a web browser, you can also
download the free MxControlCenter client from
www.mobotix.com, which allows displaying up
to 30 MOBOTIX cameras on one monitor (Linux
and Mac OSX versions are currently being devel­oped). In addition, MxControlCenter can process
incoming alarms from the cameras and allows
comfortably searching and evaluating the alarm
video clips (including audio). The integrated Layout
Editor of MxControlCenter provides for quickly cre­ating floor plans by simply dragging/dropping the
cameras onto a background image. Load a floor
plan as background image, drag&drop the cameras; done.

Event and time-controlled

Just like event-controlled recording upon detecting movements in the image, the
camera can also record when the volume detected by the microphone exceeds a
set trigger value. Using scheduled recording, time tasks can start or stop video
recording, uploading of images to a web site or sending of e-mails with video/
audio clips. Special programs control vacation times and holidays.

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*Integrated Flash stor­age has to be installed
at the factory

**SD cards will be sup­ported from software
version 3.4.2

Int. Flash SD Card USB Device Remarks for USB Devices

M12 X* X** X Adapter cable required

D12

V12

M22M

D22M

X*

X*

X**

X*

X**

X

Adapter cable required

X

X

Device can be connected directly

Adapter cable required

Q22M X**

Remote alerting

In case of an alarm, MOBOTIX cameras automatically pop up windows or activate
other functions at a remote security control center. The cameras can use network/
wireless, GSM/GPRS/UMTS (3G) or Internet connections for this purpose.

Day & Night

The Night versions of the MOBOTIX cameras with only one image sensor (Mono)
deliver crisp and clear B/W images of moving objects even at night, MOBOTIX Day/
Night models (M12D-DNight und D12D-DNight) with two image sensors (1x color, 1x
B/W) deliver brilliant color images during the day and crisp B/W images at night.
The cameras switch lenses automatically, depending on the level of illumination.

Integrated Power over Ethernet

Power is supplied as Power-over Ethernet via the network cabling

using the MOBOTIX power supply (in combination with the Network

Power Adapter), a MOBOTIX Network Power Rack (8 to 20 cameras), a

Network Power Box (4 cameras), or by using a PoE-compatible switch (according

to PoE standard IEEE 802.3af).

Since the camera's plastic housing insulates well and is anti-fogging, no additional
heating or fans are necessary. This is why MOBOTIX, unlike other manufacturer's
cameras, have low power requirements (3Watts) and PoE can be used every day
of the year indoors as well as outdoors for supplying power.

Weatherproof

MOBOTIX cameras are certified according to IP65 and are designed for outdoor as
well as indoor usage*. As the cameras do not have any moving parts, they are
extremely robust and resistant against heat and cold (-30°C to +60°C; -22°F to +
140°F).

Logos, animated or freestyle

The logo generator of MOBOTIX
cameras allows integrating ban­ners and graphics (including files
loaded from any URL) into the cur­rent camera images—with
optional scheduler control.
MOBOTIX cameras are the only
network IP cameras supporting
animated and transparent graph­ics.

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No heating required—PoE
is no problem even in the
wintertime!

*D12 models together
with Outdoor Wall Mount

Logo generator

Expanded connections - MX Interface Connector D Sub 15 HD

Depending on your
requirements, you can
connect additional sen­sors via the D Sub 15
HD socket of the
MOBOTIX M12, D12 and
V12 models, allowing
you to expand the
range of sensors already in the camera. Likewise, you can use the signal outputs of
the camera to switch or trigger external devices, such as alarm systems. The D Sub
15 HD socket also provides a Line In pin, a Line Out pin, power supply for USB
devices, USB master data signals and a pin for connecting a backup power supply
(can also be used by solar panels).

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More Features

• Live images of up to 2048x1536 pixels resolution via network, ISDN, GSM,
GPRS, UMTS, wireless with up to 30fps (at VGA resolution 640x480), also
adapted for PDAs.

• Continuous digital zoom (up to 8x zoom) and integrated panning (clicking
with the mouse near the borders of the image will move the visible image
area within the full image).

• True software scaling using the proven and continuously improved
MOBOTIX algorithms, which delivers brilliant images even with smaller
image formats (e.g. 320 x 240/CIF).

• Audio video recording* with three different recording modes: Event record-
ing with audio, continuous recording with variable frame rate and audio as
well as event-controlled snapsShot recording of JPEG images.

• Storage failure detection can monitor a file server (or a Flash device) and
can use one or more of the defined messaging options for error notification.

• Playback of recorded images/video sequences with audio in the integrated
video management system.

• Multiwatcher screen can display and monitor several cameras via the Inter-
net, with only one camera requiring access from the outside. This “proxy”
camera uses only very little bandwidth, making it an ideal solution for low­bandwidth connections.

• MultiView screen for displaying multiple cameras or events in one browser
window.

• Event notification by e-mail, SMS (using a provider), voice notification (Phone
Call-Out), sounds and by visual means (e.g. red frame in live image) using
two separate messaging paths.

• Object tracing for analyzing the paths of objects that are moving in the
image.

• Logo generator for displaying logos in the camera images with dialogs for
managing image files and defining image and logo profiles for controlling
logo display.

• Logos can have transparent areas and can be displayed partially transpar­ent at the same time (creating a watermark effect), banner rotation and ani­mations are also possible.

• Time Tables for handling customized days, e.g. for holidays and vacations.
The time tables are used to control the camera's arming, image recording,
action, messaging, logo, obscure image and other features.

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2048 x 1536 pixels

*Telephony features can
be used via VoIP (Inter­net telephony; all
MOBOTIX cameras) or
via ISDN (M12 and D12
models)!

Logo generator

• Remote signaling for master/slave cameras, with the master camera con-
trolling the arming status of the slave cameras. This allows arming, for
example, of all slave cameras by using a key switch that is connected to the
master camera.

• Transfer profiles for comfortably controlling transmissions via FTP, e-mail,
phone calls and network messages.

• Speaker phone* with talk, listen and intercom modes via Internet tele-
phony (SIP) and ISDN using the integrated microphone and speaker.

• Phone Call-In* to remotely control the camera using a touchtone phone via
Internet telephony (SIP) and ISDN (retrieve camera information, establish
Internet connection, announcement of retrieved IP address, intercom feature,
etc.).

• MxPEG video compression using MOBOTIX MxControlCenter. The ActiveX
plug-in for Internet Explorer users brings all advantages of MxPEG to the
browser-based user interface (including the audio stream from and to the
camera).

• Routing allows using other network connections besides the standard route.

• DynDNS client for accessing the camera via the Web using a symbolic name
(e.g. mymobotixcam.dyndns.org) although the provider is assigning a
new dynamic IP address every time the camera connects to the Internet.

• Inerasable backup operating system that is used to restart the camera in
the event that a software update has failed, allowing you to restart the
update process.

• Enhanced startup options for the camera (obtain IP address via DHCP,
announcement of IP address and other network data, reset to factory default
settings).

• Notifications upon errors or when rebooting provide a method for execut-
ing one or more notifications if the camera detects errors or when it reboots
(e.g. blinking of the camera LEDs, audio message, FTP, e-mail, phone call,
network message).

• Extended security features protect pages and features of the camera and
prohibit unauthorized access (IP-level access control, intrusion detection) and
also provide SSL-protected transmission of the video sequences and the data
(using SSL encryption and X.509 certificates).

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*Telephony features can
be used via VoIP (Inter­net telephony; all
MOBOTIX cameras) or
via ISDN (M12 and D12
models)!

Free software updates on
www.mobotix.com

Software Updates

MOBOTIX provides free software updates at regular intervals that
improve and expand the camera's functionality. Chapter6,

Software

Update

, in the

Software Manual

provides more information on the

process.

1.2 Lens Options, Hardware and Software Features

MOBOTIX currently offers five standard lenses with M14 thread from Super Wide­Angle L22 with 22mm focal length up to the tele lens L135 with 135mm focal

length (equiv. to 35mm camera). Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof,
they do not require a mechanical auto iris. This makes all MOBOTIX lenses
extremely robust and maintenance-free.

• L22 Super Wide-Angle 90° image angle (horizontally)

• L32 Wide angle* 60° image angle (horizontally)

• L43 Wide angle 45° image angle (horizontally)

• L65 Tele* 31° image angle (horizontally)

• L135 Tele 15° image angle (horizontally)

The L22 Super Wide-Angle 90° lens has very little distortion and excellent image
quality, even when using the maximum digital zoom. If a camera with this lens has
been mounted in the corner of a room, the complete room is visible on the image

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*L32 and L65 lenses are
not available for M12 cam­eras

L22 Super Wide-Angle 90°

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*L32 and L65 lenses are
not available for M12 cam­eras

Focal lengths of
MOBOTIX lenses are
always given as compared
to a 35mm camera

To determine the lens you
need, simply use a camera
with zoom lens to find a
matching MOBOTIX lens

Lens Table

Order name

Original image

L22 L32* L43 L65* L135

35mm equivalent

Focal length

F-Number

Image angle horizontally

22mm

4mm

32mm

6mm

2.0

90°

2.0

60°

43mm

8mm

65mm

12mm

2.0

45°

2.0

31°

135mm

25mm

2.5

15°

Image angle vertically

Distance 1 m

• Image width

• Image height

67°

m

45°

m

2,0

1.3

1.1

0.8

Distance 5 m

• Image width

• Image height

Distance 10 m

m

10.0

m

5.7

6.6

m

4.1

m

34°

m

23°

m

0.8

0.6

0.5

0.4

11°

m

0.3

0.2

m

4.1

m

2.7

3.0

m

2.0

m

m

1.3

1.0

m

• Image width

• Image height

Distance 20 m

• Image width

20.0

13.3

11.5

8.2

m

40.0

m

23.0

• Image height

Distance 50 m

• Image width

• Image height

26.6

m

16.4

m

100.0

66.0

57.5

41.0

8.2

6.1

5.5

4.0

m

16.4

m

11.0

2.6

1.9

m

5.2

12.2

m

8.0

m

41.0

30.5

27.5

20.0

3.8

m

13.0

9.5

Note

The focal lengths of MOBOTIX lenses do not reflect the actual focal
length of the lenses, but the focal length (L

xx

mm) converted to 35mm
camera format. For example, the MOBOTIX Super Wide-Angle lens has
an actual focal length of 4mm. This would be the equivalent of 22mm
on a 35mm camera. This lens is thus called

L22

.

Since the image sensors in digital cameras have different sizes, con­verting to 35mm camera as a known format provides for better com­paring the image formats and the fields of vision of the different
lenses. Another benefit is that you can easily set a 35mm camera
(analog or digital) to the same focal length (Lxx) to obtain the same
field of vision. This approach greatly facilitates lens selection.

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*Only D12 cameras with
Outdoor Wall Mount are
IP65-certified



Requires special adapter

cable for USB

**3 MEGA resolution
with 2048x1536 pixels;
the B/W image sensors
of the Sec-DNight ver­sions have Mega resolu­tion (1280x960 pixels)





The second signal out­put is only available with
attached MOBOTIX
ExtIO!

*L32 and L65 lenses are
not available for M12
cameras

D12Di-IT

MX-D12Di-IT-D22D22

D12Di-IT-DNight

MX-D12Di-IT-DNight-D22N22

D12Di-Sec

MX-D12Di-Sec-D22D22

D12Di-Sec-DNight

MX-D12Di-Sec-DNight-D22N22

D12Di-Sec

MX-D12Di-Sec-N22N22

D12Di-Sec-180°

MX-D12Di-Sec-180°

D12 Hardware Features

Outdoor weatherpr. (IP54/IP65*) IP54/IP65*IP54/IP65* IP54/IP65* IP54/IP65* IP54/IP65* IP54/IP65*

Ethernet, ISDN, USB, RS232

SD card slot

Microphone/Speaker

Mono (M)/Dual (D)

E/I/U



/R1E/I/U/R

1

M/S

D

M/S

D-Night

E/I/U/R1E/I/U/R

1

M/S

D

M/S

D-Night

E/I/U/R1E/I/U/R

1

M/S

D

M/S

D

Image Sensor

Lens

Image Size

Resolution horizontal x vertical

Color

L22/L22

Color/BW

L22/L22

VGA

640x480

VGA

640x480

Max. frame rate CIF/VGA/Mega

Sensitivity at 1/60 second (Lux)

Sensitivity at 1 second (Lux)

Automatic night lens switch

30/30/-130/30/-

0.1

0.05-0.005

X

Color

L22/L22

Color/BW

L22/L22

3 Mega

2048x1536

3 Mega**

2048x1536

BW

L22/L22

Color

L22/L22

Mega

1280x960

3 Mega**

2048x1536

30/30/12130/30/12

0.1

0.05

-

0.005

X

30/30/12

0.1

30/30/12

1

0.005

-

0.05

-

Storage (MB)

Video ring buffer (MB)

CIF images approx.

VGA images approx.

64

32

64

32

2,000

1,250

2,000

1,250

Mega images approx.

External audio (Line-In/Out)

Signal input pins

Signal output pins

-

X

-

X

1/3

1 (2





)

1/3

1 (2





)

128

64

128

64

4,000

2,500

4,000

2,500

128

64

128

64

4,000

2,500

4,000

2,500

800

X

800

X

1/3

1 (2





)

1/3

1 (2





)

800

X

800

X

1/3

1 (2





)

1/3

1 (2





)

Concealed cabling

In stock

Wall mount (optional accessory)

X

X

X

X

XX

X

X

X

X

XX

X

X

X

X

XX

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The Web version is
available only as M12
model

The Basic version is
available only as D22M
and Q22M model

The IT version is not
available as Q22M model

*D22M IT and Secure
models allow connecting
an external speaker and
microphone. D22M cam­eras do not
have a micro­phone or
speaker.

**3 MEGA resolution
with 2048x1536 pixels;
the B/W image sensors
of the Sec-DNight ver­sions have Mega resolu­tion (1280x960 pixels)

**M22M models require
the CamIO; not available
for D22M models

*M12 models are deliv­ered with the lenses
specified by the customer

Basic Models

eb Models

IT Models

Secure Models

Software Features (All Models)

Digital zoom (up to 8x, continuous) with panning - X X X

Motion JPEG/MxPEG video streaming

Custom exposure windows

Video Motion detection

Time and event control (FTP, email, logos)

X/X

X

X/X

X

X

X

X

X

X/X

X

X/X

X

X

X

X

X

Custom time tables/holidays

Web functionality (FTP, email)

Quad/MultiView in browser

Recording/Playback in browser

-

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

Logo generator, animated

Single image recording (pre-/post-alarm images)

Terabyte ring buffer (Win/Lin/Mac) via network

Continuous video/audio recording, 0.2 to 30 fps

-

3

X

3

-

-

-

-

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

X

10

X

50

X

X

X

X

Video/audio recording (event-triggered)

Event-controlled frame rate with continuous audio

Flexible event logic

Master/Slave arming by one camera

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Scheduled privacy zones, several areas

Bidirectional audio (IP) from/to browser

Customized voice messages

VoIP telephony (Audio/Video, SIP)

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

X

X

X

X

-

-

X

X

-

X*

X

X*

X

X*

X

X*

Alarm calls to softphones (SIP) e.g. X-Lite

Remote alarm notification (via TCP/IP, IP Notify)

RS232 Data Logger/Terminal

Programming interface/HTTP API

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

-

Security features (HTTPS/SSL, IP-level access control,
network authentication IEEE 802.1X)

Model Feaure List

Image size

XX

VGA 3 Mega**

X

X

X

X

X**

X

X**

X

XX

VGA 3 Mega**

Image Sensor

Standard lens for software version

Audio support (Microphone/Speaker)

Color

L22*

Color

L22*

-/S* -/S*

Color/BW

L22*

Color/BW

L22*

M/S* M/S*

M12

D12

M22M

D22M

2 MOUNTING

2.1 Overview of the Camera Versions

The MOBOTIX D12 is offered in three versions:

• D12D

: The standard version of the D12 can be

used with all MOBOTIX lenses with M14
thread and is available with different combi­nations of image sensors for daylight (color)
and night images (black & white; see section

2.5,

Installing the Lens Units - D12D Standard

).

Summary: Standard version for all MO­BOTIX M14 lenses; almost no limitations
when positioning the two image sensors.

• D12D-180°: The panorama version of the D12 has a horizontal field of view of
180° (2x 90° L22 Super Wide-Angle lenses)
and delivers dual Mega images (max.
2560x960 pixels resolution, 960 lines). This
camera is available as a daylight camera
(D12D-180°, 2x color image sensor) or a night
camera (D12D-Night-180°, 2x black & white
image sensors).

Summary: The panorama version with 2x
90° L22, joined dual image and 180° horizontal field of view is the ideal
camera for monitoring the façade of a building.

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D12 standard has freely
positionable lens mounts

Façade surveillance with
2x 90° L22 Super Wide­Angle

Beachten Sie die Hin­weise zur optimalen Ein­stellung der Objektive in
Abschnitt 2.13.3!

• D12M-CS: The Mono-CS version can be fitted
with any CS-Mount lens (1" thread). This cam­era is available with a CS-Mount lens (24­54mm) as a daylight camera (D12M-CS) or a
night camera (D12M-Night-CS). Using
C-Mount lenses is not possible in this camera.

Summary: Version for CS-Mount lenses.

2.2 Directions

In order to facilitate mounting of the camera, please follow the corresponding steps
below:

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Light-sensitive Vario CS­Mount lens with 24–
54mm focal length and
f-stop 1.6– 2.3

Please also observe the
general hints in section

2.15 on mounting the
camera to different sur­faces!

Directions

Preparatory Tasks

A

ll camera versions

Sections

2.3: Preparatory Steps

Camera Version

D12D Standard

D12D-180°

D12M-CS

Sections

2.4: Parts, Components and Dimensions -

D12D Standard

2.5: Installing the Lens Units - D12D Standard

2.6: Parts, Components and Dimensions -

D12D-180°

2.7: Parts, Components and Dimensions -
D12M-CS

Installation Type

Indoor installation

Outdoor installation

w

ith wall mount

Installation on
building corners
or poles

Sections

2.8.1: Mounting Indoor Cameras to a Wall or Ceiling

2.13: Finishing the Installation

2.8.2: Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall

2.9: Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount

2.12: Mounting the Camera With Outdoor Wall Mount

2.13: Finishing the Installation

2.8.2: Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall

2.8.3: Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall or Pole

2.9: Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount

2.10: Delivered Parts of the Corner and Pole Mount

2.11: Mounting the Corner and Pole Mount

2.12: Mounting the Camera With Outdoor Wall Mount

2.13: Finishing the Installation

2.3 Preparatory Steps

Before mounting the MOBOTIX D12 and (if required) the Outdoor Wall Mount (see
sections 2.9 and 2.12), the following questions should be solved:

• Which connections should the camera use (network/ISDN/RS232)?

• Where should the camera be mounted and which area should the PIR sen-

sor cover?

• How will you provide the camera power supply (PoE switch, inline using Net­work Power Adapter/Rack, external power supply)?

• How will the connections be provided from within the building (network,
ISDN, RS232, power supply)?

• Which other mounting options (e.g. corner/pole mount) are available?

2.3.1 Mounting to a Ceiling

When mounting the camera to a ceiling, make sure that the PIR sen­sor points into the direction where it is most useful. The PIR sensor
reaches about 10 meters (33 ft) and has a field of view of ±15°. The

cable outlet should be positioned so that it is directly behind the
center of the camera housing.

Use the supplied drilling template (

fold-out at the back of the manual

) to properly

position the holes for the camera fixtures.

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Note

In order to solve these and other questions, you should consult
shop.mobotix.com for more information on the MOBOTIX D12D,
the D12D-Outdoor, D12D-180° and the D12M-CS as well as the avail­able accessories.

1.6 m/5.3 ft

3 m/10 ft

2.8 m/9.2 ft

2.3.2 Mounting to a Wall

When mounting the camera to a wall, make sure that the PIR sensor
points into the direction where it is most useful; usually, it should point
downwards. The wall outlet should be positioned so that it is directly
behind the center of the camera housing.

Use the supplied drilling template (

fold-out at the back of the manual

) to

properly position the holes for the camera fixtures.

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Caution: Apply notch to

prevent damage from con­densation

Note

The following is recommended for all D12
models used outdoors or indoors with
high variations in temperature: cut the
outer sealing with a sharp knife (as
shown in the figure) to prevent conden­sation from accumulating.

The notch should be 3 mm wide (as wide
as the Allen wrench) and should point
downwards when the camera is
mounted.

2.7 m/9 ft

1.3 m/4.3 ft

2.8 m/9.2 ft

2.3.3 Deciding on the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232)

First, decide which camera connections you would like to use.

Network is key

In general, you should always provide a network connection, if technically possi­ble (a WiFi connection using a bridge or similar would also be acceptable), since a
network connection brings a number of advantages:

• The highest frame rate is only reached if the bandwidth is high enough;
ISDN and GSM/GPRS will

not

suffice to deliver smooth video images.

• The camera's external ring buffer (storing the video/audio data on a file
server) can only be used via a network connection.

• Compared to the costs of dial-up connections (ISDN, GSM/GPRS), the costs
for file transfers and other accesses by and to the camera are reduced con­siderably when using a network that is already up and running.

• Software updates are best accomplished using a network connection. Note
that you will not need to dismount the camera for this.

SIP telephony reduces costs

ISDN connection of MOBOTIX cameras is not required if the network permits SIP
connections for Internet phone connections. Thanks to the SIP capabilities of the

MOBOTIX D12 (see chapter9,

Telephony Features

, in the

Software Manual

), the
camera can place voice calls (e.g. for alarm notification) via the network and can
also accept incoming voice calls via Internet telephony. You can call the camera
from a phone to obtain the time and date of the last event, for example.

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Always use the network, if
possible

Free software updates

Internet telephony

ISDN-only operation

When operating the camera using ISDN only, you need to install an additional ISDN
cable (see section 2.3.7,

Connecting Additional CAT5 Cables

), then attach the
power supply using the MOBOTIX ISDN split cable and the NET connector of the
camera.

2.3.4 Selecting the Power Supply

In order to reduce the amount of cabling, you should always use the Ethernet cable
(NET) to inject power into the camera cabling (Power over Ethernet).

For smaller installations, the MOBOTIX Network Power Adapter

MX-NPA-3-RJ

and

the universal power supply

MX-SNT-E/U/GB/J/AUS01-30-RJ

is sufficient. Larger in­stallations would benefit from one or more MOBOTIX Network Power Boxes/
Racks that are available for supplying power to 4, 8 or 20 cameras (

MX-NPR-4

, -

8

or -20). See section 2.17,

Camera Accessories

, for more information on these and

other items or open shop.mobotix.com (Products> Accessories section).

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ISDN operation:

- Euro ISDN

- Japan
(USA not supported)

The D12 supports the
MOBOTIX PoE products
for power injection into
the network cabling and
the Power-over-Ethernet
standard IEEE 802.3af

MX-NPA-3-RJ: Easy in­stallation for smaller sys­tems

MX-NPR-4: For mounting
in wiring cupboards; in­cludes DIN rail clip

MX-NPR-8/20: 19" rack
mount (2 rack units)

Caution

It is not possible to use an ISDN NT and the S0 bus to supply
power to the MOBOTIX D12. Using the ISDN split cable and MO­BOTIX PoE products (see section 2.17, Camera Accessories), the
power can be injected into the ISDN data cable (8-wire cable re­quired).

Network Power Adapter

MX-NPA-3-RJ

Network Power Rack

MX-NPR-4

Network Power Rack
M

X-NPR-20

Advantages of MOBOTIX PoE Products

• Zero maintenance and durable without fans.

• Higher reliability of the system as a whole, since standard
switches without PoE can be used (lower risk of failure).

• Easy installation on DIN rails using supplied adapter (

MX-NPR-4

)

or in 19" racks (

MX-NPR-8/20

).

Since the MOBOTIX D12 supports Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af), you can
also use PoE switches or routers for supplying power. Section 3.2,

Connecting the

Camera to the Network and to the Power Supply

, contains more information on the

possible combinations of connections and power supply options.

2.3.5 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

In order to maintain a continuous power supply even when utility power fails, you
should install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). These devices also provide full
protection against electrical surges and voltage fluctuations and thus enhance the
reliability of the system as a whole.

When using more powerful 19" rack-mounted USPs, you can also protect all other
network components (e.g. switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.).

Since MOBOTIX cameras do not require any heating even in the wintertime, the
power consumption of 3W is quite low. This in turn means that you can centralize
the USP-protected power supply by injecting power into the network cables (max.
100m/300ft). This kind of protected power supply can be used either with MO­BOTIX PoE products (MX-NPA-3-RJ + external power supply or MX-NPR-4/8/20) or
with PoE-compliant switches according to IEEE 802.3af.

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PoE components without
fans increase overall reli­ability of the entire sys­tem

UPS not only protect the
camera against power fail­ures, they also protect all
other connected network
devices against damage
from voltage peaks and
lows

Typical setup of a 19" sys­tem with UPS

Note

If you are using Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) network compo-

nents for supplying power to the MOBOTIX D12, make sure that these

components do not have a fan. Since the power consumption of MO­BOTIX cameras is very low compared to other products, the reliability
of the entire system is increased and the life cycle of these compo­nents is expanded.

MOBOTIX NPR/
PoE Switch

PC/server

RAID

UPS

2.3.6 Providing the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232)

Once the camera position, the position of the cable outlets, and the method of
power supply have been decided upon, the cabling should be installed.

Before mounting the MOBOTIX D12, you should make sure that the network and
ISDN connections have been properly tested, so that the proper functioning of the
camera is guaranteed.

2.3.7 Connecting Additional CAT5 Cables

If the MOBOTIX D12 should use a network (Ethernet) and an ISDN connection,
make sure to install a second CAT5 cable (min. 50cm/28in for D12 only, 70cm/

28in for D12 with outdoor wall mount) and to guide it into the camera housing. In

order to prevent confusing this cable with the pre-installed network cable, the sec­ond cable should have a different color (e.g. green as in the figure) and it should
be clearly marked as ISDN cable.

• Remove the M4x25 Allen screws of the cable cover (item1.7) using the sup­plied 3mm Allen wrench and lift the cover out of its seat.

Note: If the cable cover cannot be removed
by hand, take a screwdriver to lift it out of its
seat. Insert the screwdriver into the grooves
shown below and
gently lift the cable
cover.

• Lead the CAT5 cable from the bottom of the camera housing through the
right-hand opening and guide it around the camera housing in counter­clockwise direction (as seen from above). Make sure that this cable is run­ning properly as shown in the figures below.

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3mm Allen wrench is in­cluded in the delivery

Lead the cables through
the cable guides at the
outer rim of the housing

• Remove the rubber plug from the blue cable guide beneath the left side
of the cable cover and store the plug in a safe place.

If you are only using one cable later on, close
the unused cable guide again using this
plug. This will ensure that the camera re­mains weatherproof (IP65), even if it has only
one cable.

• Insert the cable into the cable guide.

• If you are using both connectors, the two ca­bles should cross one another in front of the
connectors.

• Push the cable cover (item1.7) back into its
seat and fasten the two Allen screws M4x25.
When mounting the cable cover, take care to
properly align the cover with the seal of the
camera housing and the two cable guides.
This will ensure that the camera remains
weatherproof (IP65).

• Properly lead the cable through the cable
guides at the outer rim of the housing and
make sure that the outer shell can be prop­erly mounted later on.

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If you are only using one
cable, close the unused
cable guide with one of
the supplied rubber plugs

Example:

Yellow: Networking
Green: ISDN

Always mount the cable
cover (IP65)!

2.3.8 Connecting a Cable to the Serial interface (RS232)

If the RS232 interface of the MOBOTIX D12 is to be used for switching external re-

lays (lights, alarm sirens, gates, etc.), evaluating external sensors (light barriers,

etc.) or for data connections (weather station, GSM/GPRS modem, etc.), you need
to install an additional serial cable (similar to the steps in section 2.3.7,

Connecting

Additional CAT5 Cables

) before installing the camera.

Due to the design of the camera, a suitably short connector should be used to en­sure that the cable cover still fits perfectly without jeopardizing the weatherproof­ness of the camera.

Please also make sure that the serial cable is thick enough to fill the cable guide
beneath the cable cover so that no water can enter the area beneath.

Section 3.7,

Signal Input/Output (RS232 Interface)

, contains more information on the

RS232 interface (pin-out, etc.).

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Switching external relays
using the RS232 interface

2.4 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D Stan­dard

2.4.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D Standard

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Make sure to check the
delivered parts!

Item Count Part Name

1.1

1.2

1

2

Camera housing
Lens

1.3

1.4

1.5

1.6

2
2

Lens mount

Lock ring
2
8

Ribbon cable

Cable clamp

1.7

1.8

1.9

1.10

1

2

Cable cover

Dome; 1x tinted, 1x transparent

1
1

Outer shell

Ethernet cable

1.11

1.12

1
1

Allen wrench 3 mm

Custom tool with magnet

D12D Standard

Camera housing (item1.1)

Allen wrench 3mm
(item1.11)

Dome (item1.8),
1x transparent, 1x tinted

Cable cover (item1.7)

Ethernet cable (item1.10)

Custom tool with mag­net (item1.12)

Outer shell (item1.9)

2 lens mounts (item1.3)
2 lenses (item1.2)
2 lock rings (item1.4)

Mounting Supply

Item

M.1

Count

3

Part Name

Dowels 10 mm
M.2
M.3

3
3

Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 8x70mm

2.4.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D Standard

The MOBOTIX D12D consists of three main components (camera housing
(item1.1), outer shell (item1.9) and dome (item1.8)). Like the MOBOTIX M12 mod-

els, the MOBOTIX D12D is also delivered with PIR sensor, microphone and speaker.

External Sensors

• PIR sensor

• Microphone

Connections

• NET (Ethernet network) / power supply

• In/Out / RS232 / MX Interface Connector D Sub 15 HD

• ISDN

• Slot for SD card

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MOBOTIX D12D

Signals of the
camera LEDs:

0 Power

1 Image processing/event

2 Ethernet

5 Image processing/event

1

2

0

5

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"Right" lens unit

PIR sensor

Outer shell

Dome

Microphone

Speaker

"Left" lens unit

Factory IP address

NET

MX Interface Connector
D Sub 15 HD

ISDN

External Sensors

Connectors

4 LEDs (behind PIR
cover)

Ribbon cable

Slot for SD card

2.4.3 Dimensions - D12D Standard

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ø 201 mm/7.9 in

106 mm/4.2 in

Two freely positionable camera modules

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Notes:

2.5 Installing the Lens Units - D12D Standard

The standard models of the MOBOTIX D12 are delivered with a pre-mounted dome.
Lens units (lens mount, image sensor and lens) are delivered separately and
need to be installed as described in the following:

The ribbon cables for connecting the image sensors are marked by the letters L
(left) and R (right). Depending on the type of sensor used, the sensors (mounted on
the lens units) are marked either by the icon (BW, black & white) or the icon
(RGB, color).

The following combinations of ribbon cables (L, R) and sensors (color, black &

white) are possible:

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Designation of the lens
units

Possible image sensor
combinations for the MO­BOTIX D12D Standard

Image Sensor Combination Ribbon Cable

L

Ribbon Cable

R

Color/Color

Color/Black & White

Black & White/Black & White

Notes

Make sure that you only use the combinations of sensors and ribbon
cables listed in the table!

When setting up the camera, the installed combination of image sen­sors has to be set in the camera's user interface. This is done either
automatically in the Quick Installation wizard or manually by opening
the Admin Menu> Image Sensor Configuration dialog.

RGB

BW

(1) Remove the dome

Take a cotton cloth and remove the transpar­ent dome by turning it in counter-clockwise

direction.

(2) Insert the lens units and mount the central

lens screw

Remove the center lock screw and the
washer. Insert the lens units into the seatings.
Insert the lock screw with a washer into the
center of the camera and gently tighten it to
hold the lens units in place.

Caution: Avoid over-tightening the screw as
this might damage the camera housing.

(3) Connect the ribbon cables to the lens units

Connect the ribbon cables marked L and R
according to the

Image Sensor Combination

table (opposite page) to the installed lens
units.

Example: A D12D-Night always takes the L

ribbon cable on the (BW) lens mount, the

R ribbon cable is always connected to the

(color) lens mount (see

Image Sensor Combi-

nation

table on the opposite page).

While doing so, make sure that the lens unit's ribbon cable connectors are
always pointing upwards into the dome. This will ensure that the lenses
can be positioned freely later on, without putting any strain on the ribbon ca­bles. Make sure that the ribbon cables are running properly along the inside
of the dome's rim. The ribbon cables must not obstruct the line of vision of
the lenses!

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Dismount the dome by
turning it counter-clock-

wise

(4) Secure the ribbon cables using the cable clamps

To do so, gently squeeze the clamps between your fingers and insert the
clamps into their seats along the inside of the dome's rim. Make sure that
the pin of each clamp is properly positioned in the corresponding hole of the
camera housing.

5) Mount the dome

Take a cotton cloth, insert the dome into the
housing with the mark pointing towards the
camera's PIR sensor and tighten the dome in
clockwise direction. This will prevent acciden-

tal repositioning of the lenses through the rest
of the mounting process.

Important: Always insert the dome into the
housing with the mark of the dome pointing
towards the camera's PIR sensor, in order to
preserve the camera's weatherproofness!

Note: The camera is delivered with an additional tinted dome with reduced
transparency!

(6) Adjust the lenses and install the outer shell

For additional information on this topic, see section 2.13,

Finishing the Instal-

lation

.

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Press clamp together cau­tiously, then insert into
the seats; make sure the
pin fits snug into the hole!

Align the mark of the
dome with the PIR sensor

Tighten the dome by turn­ing clockwise

Pin

2.5.1 Activating the Camera Configuration in the Quick Installation Wizard

Since the D12D can be ordered with different sensor configurations (color/color,

color/black & white, black & white/black & white), you need to set the installed

sensor combination in the camera user interface. This is done either in the Quick

Installation wizard or in the Admin Menu> Image Sensor Configuration dialog.

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Configuring the image
sensors: Admin Menu>

Quick Installation or Ad­min Menu> Image Sen­sor Configuration

2.6 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D-180°

2.6.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D-180°

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delivered parts!

Item Count Part Name

2.1

2.2

1

2

Camera housing
Lens

2.3

2.4

2.5

2.6

2
2

Lens mount

Lock ring
2
8

Ribbon cable

Cable clamp

2.7

2.8

2.9

2.10

1

2

Cable cover

Dome; 1x tinted, 1x transparent

1
1

Outer shell

Ethernet cable

2.11

2.12

2.13

1
1

Allen wrench 3 mm

Custom tool with magnet

1 Lens bridge

Camera housing (item2.1)

Allen wrench 3mm
(item2.11)

Enlarged dome (item2.8),
1x transparent, 1x tinted

Cable cover (item2.7)

Ethernet cable (item2.10)

Custom tool with mag­net (item2.12)

Outer shell (item2.9)

2 lens mounts (item2.3)
2 lenses (item2.2)
1 lens bridge (item2.13)
2 lock rings (item2.4)

D12D-180°

Mounting Supply

Item

M.1

Count

3

Part Name

Dowels 10 mm
M.2
M.3

3
3

Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 8x70mm

2.6.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D-180°

The MOBOTIX D12D-180° consists of three main components (camera housing
(item2.1), outer shell (item2.9) and dome (item2.8)). Like the MOBOTIX M12

models, the MOBOTIX D12D-180° is also delivered with PIR sensor, microphone and
speaker.

External Sensors

• PIR sensor

• Microphone

Connections

• NET (Ethernet network) / power supply

• In/Out / RS232 / MX Interface Connector D Sub 15 HD

• ISDN

• Slot for SD card

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Signals of the
camera LEDs:

0 Power

1 Image processing/event

2 Ethernet

5 Image processing/event

1

2

0

5

Enlarged dome

"Right" lens unit

PIR sensor

Outer shell

Microphone

Speaker

"Left" lens unit

Factory IP address

NET

MX Interface Connector
D Sub 15 HD

ISDN

External Sensors

Connectors

4 LEDs (behind PIR
cover)

Lens bridge

Slot for SD card

2.6.3 Dimensions - D12D-180°

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Two 90° lenses (180°)

ø 201 mm/7.9 in

123 mm/4.8 in

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2.7 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12M-CS

2.7.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12M-CS

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Make sure to check the
delivered parts!

Camera housing (item3.1)

Allen wrench 3mm
(item3.11)

Cable cover (item3.7)

Ethernet cable (item3.10)

Custom tool with mag­net (item3.12)

Outer shell (item3.9)

Enlarged dome (item3.8),
1x transparent, 1x tinted

2 Objektivträger (item3.3)
1 Objektiv (item3.2)
1 Objektivbrücke (item3.13)
2 Konterringe (item3.4)

D12M-CS

Item Count Part Name

3.1

3.2

1
1

Camera housing
Lens

3.3

3.4

3.5

3.6

2
2

Lens mount

Lock ring
2
8

Ribbon cable

Cable clamp

3.7

3.8

3.9

3.10

1

2

Cable cover

Dome; 1x tinted, 1x transparent

1
1

Outer shell

Ethernet cable

3.11

3.12

3.13

1
1

Allen wrench 3 mm

Custom tool with magnet

1 Lens bridge

Mounting Supply

Item

M.1

Count

3

Part Name

Dowels 10 mm
M.2
M.3

3
3

Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 8x70mm

2.7.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12M-CS

The MOBOTIX D12M-CS consists of three main components (camera housing
(item3.1), outer shell (item3.9) and dome (item3.8)). Like the MOBOTIX M12

models, the MOBOTIX D12M-CS is also delivered with PIR sensor, microphone and
speaker.

External Sensors

• PIR sensor

• Microphone

Connections

• NET (Ethernet network) / power supply

• In/Out / RS232 / MX Interface Connector D Sub 15 HD

• ISDN

• Slot for SD card

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Signals of the
camera LEDs:

0 Power

1 Image processing/event

2 Ethernet

5 Image processing/event

1

2

0

5

Enlarged dome

PIR sensor

Outer shell

Microphone

Speaker

Factory IP address

NET

MX Interface Connector
D Sub 15 HD

ISDN

External Sensors

Connectors

4 LEDs (behind PIR
cover)

Slot for SD card

CS-Mount lens
unit

Lens bridge

2.7.3 Dimensions - D12M-CS

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CS-Mount lens unit

ø 201 mm/7.9 in

123 mm/4.8 in

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2.8 Indoor/Outdoor Mounting Instructions

2.8.1 Mounting Indoor Cameras to a Wall or Ceiling

In order to mount the MOBOTIX D12 to a ceiling or wall, you need to drill the holes
for the fixtures. Use the supplied

drilling template

to mark the position of the holes
for the fixtures and the holes through which the cables will be led later on (fold­out). Remember to position the drilling template according to the direction of

the camera's PIR sensor.

Planning and Connecting the CAT5 Cable

(1) Position the camera housing over the cable exit.
(2) Lead the cables through the appropriate holes in the housing.
(3) Properly lead the cable(s) through the cable guides at the outer rim of the

housing.

(4) Use the proper screws to mount the camera housing to the wall or ceiling.

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Please also observe the
general hints in section

2.15 on mounting the
camera to different sur­faces!

Find the folded drilling
templates at the end of
the manual!

Make sure that the drill­ing template is not scaled
down when printing!

Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

Note

Make sure that the cable length is appropriate.
Check the following figure to see how the cables
are running properly. Cable length should be

50cm (20in) when mounting the D12 and 70cm
(28in) when mounting the D12 with Outdoor wall

mount, always measured from the wall. There are
two ways to accommodate cable that is too long
(see figures):

(1) Loop near the RJ45

connectors

(2) Loop beneath the cam-

era

(1)

(2)

120°

R=75 mm/3 in

120°

120°

50cm (20in)

2.8.2 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall

In conjunction with the Outdoor Wall Mount, the D12 can be mounted outside for
enhanced outdoor surveillance. Together with the Outdoor Wall Mount, the MO­BOTIX D12 reaches protection class IP65 (absolutely dustproof, resistant against
water jets). Operating temperatures may vary between -30°C and +60°C (-22°F to
140°F), making it the ideal camera for the most demanding weather situations. In
order to mount the MOBOTIX D12 with the Outdoor Wall Mount, you need to pre­pare the holes for the fixtures. Use the supplied

drilling template

to mark the posi­tion of the holes for the fixtures and the holes through which the cables will be led
later on (fold-out).

2.8.3 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall or Pole

If you would like to mount the MOBOTIX D12 to the corner of a building or a pole,
you should consider using the MOBOTIX Corner and Pole Mount. The Corner and
Pole Mount can be used only together with the Outdoor Wall Mount. The supplied
stainless steel straps allow fixing the mount to poles with diameters between 60

and 180mm (2.4 to 7.1in).

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Please also observe the
general hints in section

2.15 on mounting the
camera to different sur­faces!

Find the folded drilling
templates at the end of
the manual!

Make sure that the drill­ing template is not scaled
down when printing!

Make sure that the
arrows are pointing up­wards when mounting!

2.9 Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount (Optional Acces­sory)

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Make sure to check the
delivered parts!

The rectangular hole in

the center of the rear

covers the wall outlet

Item Count Part Name

4.1

4.2

1
1

Outdoor wall mount
Bottom plate

4.3

4.4

4.5

4.6

4
4

Dowels 10 mm
Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

4

1

Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 8x70mm
Wall sealing

4.7

4.8

4.9

4.10

8
4

Stainless steel Allen screws M4x10mm

Stainless steel hex nuts M4
4
4

Stainless steel Allen screws M4x25mm

Stainless steel washers Ø 4.3mm

Bottom plate (item4.2)

4 dowels 10 mm
(item4.3)

4 washers Ø9mm
(item4.4)

4 wood screws
8x70mm (item4.5)

Wall sealing (item4.6)

8 Allen screws M4x10mm
(item4.7)

4 hex nuts M4 (item4.8)

4 Allen screws M4x25 mm
(item4.9)
4 washers Ø 4,3 mm
(item4.10)

Outdoor Wall Mount

(item4.1)

Depth: 275mm/10.8in

Height: 160mm/6.3in

Width: 293mm/11.5in

2.10 Delivered Parts of the Corner and Pole Mount (Optional Ac­cessory)

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Robust and maintenance­free: Corner and Pole
Mount made of 3mm
stainless steel

D12 accessory for easily
mounting to corners or
poles

Item Count Part Name

5.1

5.2

4
4

Stainless steel Allen screws M8x30mm
Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

5.3

5.4

4
2

Stainless steel lock nuts M8
Stainless steel straps

2 steel straps (item5.4)

4 Allen screws M8x30mm
(item5.1)

4 Muttern M8
(item5.3)

4 washers Ø9mm
(item5.2)

Depth: 175mm/6.9in

Height: 160mm/6.3in

Width: 293mm/11.5in

2.11 Mounting the Corner and Pole Mount

2.11.1 Overview

If you would like to mount the MOBOTIX D12 to the corner of a building or a pole,
you should consider using the MOBOTIX Corner and Pole Mount. This mount is
made of 3mm powder-coated stainless steel (white) and has been designed
specifically for the Outdoor Wall Mount. The supplied stainless steel straps allow
fixing the mount to poles with diameters between 60 and 180mm (2.4 to 7.1in).

By design, the Corner and Pole Mount does

not

allow using a wall outlet for the

camera cabling.

Like the Outdoor Wall Mount, the Corner and Pole Mount is made from weather­proof material and is just as robust and maintenance-free.

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Mounted to a cornerMounted to a pole

2.11.2 Mounting to the Corner of a Building

Use the dowels, screws and washers supplied with the Outdoor Wall Mount
(see section 2.9,

Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount

) to mount the Outdoor

Wall Mount to the corner of a building.

• Mark the four holes for dowels at the corner
(make sure that the arrows in the mount point
to the top) and drill the holes using a 10mm
(3/8in) drill bit for walls.

• Guide the camera cables through one of the
large round holes at the back of the Corner
and Pole Mount, then through one of the
holes with 16mm (5/8in) diameter. In order to
properly protect the cabling, you should let
the cabling run from the inside of the building
through the Corner and Pole Mount directly
into the camera.

Note: The cable to the camera should be
running at least 80cm (32in) from the cor­ner!

• Insert the supplied 10mm dowels (item4.3)
into the dowel holes, then mount the Corner
and Pole Mount to the corner of the building
using the 8x70mm screws (item4.5) and
9mm dia. washers (item4.4).

Next, mount the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount, as de­scribed in section 2.11.4,

Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole

Mount

.

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Make sure that the
arrows are pointing
upwards when mounting!

Make sure not to squeeze
and damage the cables
when mounting!

2.11.3 Mounting to a Pole

Use the stainless steel straps supplied with the Corner and Pole Mount for affix­ing the pole mount to a pole.

• Guide the stainless steel straps (item5.4)
through the holes in the pole mount (see fig­ure). Make sure that you are using the slots of
the mount which are fitting best for the thick­ness of the pole. The stainless steel straps al­low attaching the mount to poles with di-

ameters between 60 and 180mm (2.4 to

7.1in).

• Guide the camera cables from behind
through one of the large round holes of the
Corner and Pole Mount. In order to properly
protect the cabling, you should let the ca­bling run from the inside of the pole through
the Corner and Pole Mount directly into the
camera.

Note: The cable to the camera should be
running at least 80cm (32in) from the
pole!

• Firmly tighten the screws of the stainless
steel straps. If required, clip the ends of the

stainless steel straps.

Next, mount the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount, as de­scribed in section 2.11.4,

Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole

Mount

.

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Pole diameters:
60 to 180mm (2.4 to

7.1in)

2.11.4 Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount

Use the stainless steel screws, washers and hex nuts supplied with the Corner
and Pole Mount for affixing the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount

already in place.

• Lead the cables through the appropriate hole
at the back of the Outdoor Wall Mount.

• Use the Allen crews M8x35mm (item5.1),

washers dia. 9mm (item5.2) and nuts M8
(item5.3) supplied with the Corner and
Pole Mount to attach the Outdoor Wall Mount

to the Corner and Pole Mount.

Next, mount the camera to the Outdoor Wall Mount, as described in section

2.12.3,

Determining the Position of the Camera on the Bottom Plate

.

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2.12 Mounting the Camera With the Outdoor Wall Mount

2.12.1 Setting the Direction of the Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR)

When mounting the camera, make sure that the PIR sensor points into the

direction where it is most useful. The PIR sensor reaches about 10 me-

ters (33 ft) and has a field of view of ±15°.

The positions that are available depend on how high the MOBOTIX

D12D-Outdoor has been mounted and the position of the camera on

the bottom plate (item4.2), which can be adjusted in steps of 15 degrees

(see also section 2.12.3,

Determining the Position of the Camera on the Bottom

Plate

).

Hint: It may be useful to mark the ideal position of the PIR sensor on the bottom
plate with a pencil.

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PIR specs: range approx.
10m (30ft), field of view
approx. +/-15°

D12 with Outdoor
Wall Mount

1.6 m/5.3 ft

3 m/10 ft

2.8 m/9.2 ft

2.12.2 Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount

Ideally, the Outdoor Wall Mount is mounted over the tested wall outlet, which pro­vides the connections (network, ISDN, Power over Ethernet) to the camera.

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Mounting the Outdoor
Wall Mount and the cam­era

Wall outlet

CAT5 cable

D12 Outdoor
Wall Mount

D12

90 mm/3.5 in

293 mm/11.5 in

90 mm/3.5 in

37 mm/1.5 in

75 mm/3 in

15 mm/0.6 in

160 mm/6.3 in

Use the supplied drilling template (fold-out at the end of this manual) to mark the
position for drilling the dowel holes and the holes through which the cables will be
led later on. When printing or copying the drilling template, make sure that it is not
scaled down!

• Use the supplied 10mm dowels (item4.3),

8x70mm screws (item4.5) and 9mm dia.
washers (item4.4) for mounting the Out-

door Wall Mount to the wall!

• Before mounting the wall mount, attach the
supplied wall sealing (item4.6) to its rear
(wall) side using some silicone sealant. If the
outdoor wall mount is mounted to a very
rough surface, the top of the wall mount
should also be sealed against the wall using
good-quality silicone sealant.

• The rectangular opening at the wall mount's
rear side is supposed to cover the wall outlet.

• If you

do not

use the pre-installed Ethernet
cable, make sure that the cable runs at
least 70cm (28in) from the wall or wall out-
let (80cm (32in) when using the Corner and
Pole Mount, see section 2.11).

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Find the folded drilling
templates at the end of
the manual!

Make sure that the drill­ing template is not scaled
down when printing!

Silicone sealant is
optional!

Cable length from wall:
minimum 70cm (28in)

Cable length from wall:
min. 80cm (32in) when
using the Corner and Pole
Mount

70cm/28in

2.12.3 Determining the Position of the Camera on the Bottom Plate

Once the outdoor wall mount has been mounted to the wall or pole, the camera
can be mounted to the underside of the bottom plate (item4.2). The bottom
plate closes off the outdoor wall mount from below and also holds the camera.

The upper side of the bottom plate has 24 holes for the M4 stainless steel hex
nuts (item4.8); it is thus possible to mount the camera in increments of 15 de­grees. In order to facilitate the mounting process, all holes have numbers from 1
to8.

Three standard positions are identified as described below:

• PIR sensor of the camera looks straight ahead: Use
the holes marked by the number 1 for the M4 hex
nuts (item4.8).

• PIR sensor of the camera looks to the right: Use the
holes marked by the number 3 for the M4 hex nuts
(item4.8).

• PIR sensor of the camera looks to the left: Use the
holes marked by the number 7 for the M4 hex nuts

(item4.8).

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The bottom plate closes
off the outdoor wall
mount from below and also
holds the camera

PIR looking straight
ahead: 1

PIR looking to the right: 3

PIR looking to the left: 7

2.12.4 Mounting the Camera on the Bottom Plate

In order to mount the camera to the bottom plate, use three of the supplied Allen
screws M4x25mm (item4.9), three washers Ø 4.3mm (item4.10) and the cor-

responding hex nuts.

• Guide the connector cables of the camera from below (smooth side)
through the round opening of the bottom plate (item4.2).

• Position the camera on the underside of the bottom plate so that the PIR sen­sor points in the desired direction and the hole in the housing to the right of
the PIR sensor is situated above a hole in the bottom plate.

• Insert the first M4 hex nut (item4.8) into the corresponding hole of the bot­tom plate, then use one Allen screw M4x25mm (item4.9) and a washer Ø

4.3mm (item4.10) and

lightly

fasten the screw.

• Turn the bottom plate around and determine the number next to the hex nut
you just inserted (example: PIR points
straight ahead  hole should have
the number1). Insert the remaining
M4 hex nuts (item4.8) into the other
holes with the same number (1 in this
case) and use the two Allen screws
M4x25mm (item4.9) with the corre­sponding washers to mount the cam­era to the bottom plate.

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Mount the camera housing
to the bottom plate

be-

fore

mounting the bottom

plate itself

PIR sensor of the camera
looks straight ahead: Po-

sition 1

Caution

When fastening the Allen screws using the 3mm Allen wrench,
make sure that you do not scratch the camera dome!

• Make sure that you have properly fastened the three Allen screws
M4x25mm (item4.9).

2.12.5 Connecting the Camera and Mounting the Bottom Plate

• Plug the camera connector cables into the appropriate wall outlets or
adapters.

• Insert the (straight) wall side of the bottom plate into the back of the wall
mount as shown in the figure.

• Push the front of the bottom plate upwards.

• Mount the bottom plate to the wall mount (eight Allen screws M4x10mm;

item4.7) and make sure the screws are all properly fastened.

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Mounting the camera on
the bottom plate

Pushing the bottom plate
into the Outdoor Wall
Mount

Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

Push into slots!

2.13 Finishing the Installation

2.13.1 Establishing a Connection to the Camera

Establish a connection to the camera as described in section 3.1.2,

Connecting the

Camera

.

2.13.2 Adjusting the Lenses, Visual Check

Make sure that you see the live image of the camera on the monitor of your com­puter or laptop. Now adjust the lenses one by one until you see the desired image
area on your monitor:

• Remove the camera dome using a lint-free cotton cloth.

• Release the lens' lock ring, adjust the image focus and tighten
the lock ring again. Never turn the lens to far into the lens

mount and never apply excessive force when doing so as
this would damage the lens mount otherwise.

• Make sure that the lenses' ribbon cables are properly secured.

• Make sure that the cable clamps are properly seated. This will prevent the
cable clamps from falling into the dome and obscuring parts of the image
once the camera has been mounted.

• Mount the dome again using the cotton cloth and finally check the focus of
both lenses on the monitor.

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Lock ring secures lenses
against vibrations

Caution (Only 135mm Tele Lenses)

Image Focus: Due to the lens effect of the dome, the focus of the

135mm tele lens is shifting slightly once the dome has been mounted.
Before mounting the dome, the tele lens should be turned about 90°
in counter-clockwise direction (as seen from the lens' front). Make
sure that you check the focus of the live image in your browser with the
dome installed and re-adjust the lens, if required.

Note

Use the focusing aid of the MOBOTIX camera to properly adjust the
lens' focus (see Section 4.3.3,

Image and Audio Settings, Quick Controls

in the

Software Manual

).

2.13.3 Adjusting the Single Images of a MOBOTIX D12D-180°

The MOBOTIX D12D-180° has two 90° wide-angle lenses that are mounted on a
lens bridge in such a way that they produce a 180° dual image. Due to tiny manu­facturing tolerances, the images of the two lenses do not always fit perfectly.

When installing a D12D-180°, you need to follow these extra steps to create a good
combined image from the two single images (left and right image sensor).

Step 1: Activating the 180° View

When accessing the images of the D12D-180° for the first time, the camera only
shows the image of the right image sensor. Click on the Camera Selection Quick
Control above the live image and set the value in the field alongside to

180° View

. If
the image does not fit on your monitor, because the camera currently shows a
larger format than VGA (i.e. Mega), use a different Quick Control to set the image
format to VGA: Resolution Quick Control>

VGA (640x480)

.

When examining the live image, the following issues are apparent:

• Parts of the image information (especially at the upper and lower image bor­der) are duplicated.

• Both images are slightly tilted in the same direction.

• The camera shows the controls for adjusting the 180° view in
the left bottom corner of the live image (these will be hidden
again later).

Step 2: Zooming the single images

This step consists of increasing the zoom of the two single images so that the gray
area at the center of the image and the duplicate image information is not visible
any more.

To achieve this, simply click on the corresponding control to increase or decrease
the zoom level. Note that clicking on the small icon close to the bottom image bor­der results in small changes while clicks farther away from the border on the larger
icon result in larger changes.

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Make sure to use a mo­nitor with a high resolu­tion and a wide screen
for this work!

Controls for configuring
the 180° View

Zooming the single images

Step 3: Tilting the single images

If the single images are tilted in the same direction, you can change this by clicking
on the corresponding control.

• Clicking on the left symbol turns both
images in clockwise direction, click­ing on the right symbol turns both
images in counter-clockwise direc­tion.

• The distance of clicking from the bot­tom border controls the angle of ro­tation: the farther away from the bor­der you are clicking, the larger the
angle of rotation will be.

Step 4: Merging the single images

Click on the corresponding control to merge the single images so that they are con­gruent at the seam line.

Step 5: Deactivating the 180° configuration

This last step stops the configuration mode of the D12D-180°. Click on the 180°
View Configuration Quick Control and set the value in the field alongside to

Dis-

able

. In order to use the new configuration after the next reboot, the camera will

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Tilting the single images

Merging the single images

ask you to store the full configuration. It is strongly recommended to store the

configuration; if you do not save your changes now, they will be lost after the
next reboot.

If you would like to manually store the complete configuration, you can do so using
the Manage Settings>

Store Complete Configuration

Quick Control above the im­age on the Live screen. Note that you need administration rights on the camera to
store the configuration.

Finding the Lens Tilt Angle for the Best Image

In order to properly align the two single images, you need to make sure that the
camera is not tilted too far downwards; if this is the case, the single images do not
fit very well to one another. The image area that is most interesting for the viewer
should be in the center of the image so that the camera creates an image that is
as close to reality as possible.

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D12D-180° tilted too far
down: Level area seems to
buckle

Optimum adjustment of
D12D-180°: Level area is
displayed correctly

Caution

The zoom features of the D12D-180° are deactivated if the

180° View

has been activated!

2.13.4Mounting the Dome and the Camera's Outer Shell

Once the wall mount and the camera have been mounted, it's time to mount the
dome:

• Take a cotton cloth and mount the dome onto
the camera by turning it in clockwise direc-
tion. This will prevent accidental repositioning
of the lenses through the rest of the mounting
process.
Important: Position the mark of the dome
pointing towards the camera's PIR sensor and
gently seat the dome into the threads. This will
prevent misaligning the threads of the dome!
Note: The camera is delivered with an addi­tional tinted dome with reduced transparency!

Next, install the camera's outer shell:

• Only mount the outer shell if you have finished setting the lenses' focus and
mounted the camera dome.

• Hold the outer shell so that the round hole of the shell is positioned over the
PIR sensor of the camera. Gently press the shell into the shell's seats in the
camera housing.

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Tighten the dome by turn­ing clockwise

Align the mark of the
dome with the PIR sensor

The outer shell snaps into
its seats at the camera
housing by pressing gently
down on the ring

Dismount the outer shell
using the supplied custom
tool (see section 2.14,

Dis-

mantling the Camera

).

Caution

The MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor is only weatherproof if the camera hous­ing has been mounted tightly to the bottom plate and both the camera
dome and the outer shell are properly seated.

2.14 Dismantling the Camera

Start dismantling the camera by removing the outer shell of the D12. For removing
the outer shell of the D12, you need the supplied custom tool; for dismounting the
dome, a lint-free cotton cloth is required (see section 2.16.1,

Cleaning Instructions

).

(1) Remove the outer shell

For security reasons, the outer shell can only be removed using the supplied
custom tool. Proceed as shown in the figure below:

• Remove the outer shell using the supplied custom tool. Insert the tip of the
custom tool into the three small holes of the shell, one by one. Gently lift
the shell near each hole to loosen the shell.

• Remove the outer shell from the camera.

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For security reasons, the
outer shell can only be re­moved using the supplied
custom tool

Custom tool

(2) Remove the cable cover

Remove the 4mm Allen screws of the cable
cover and remove the cover.

Note: If the cable cover
cannot be removed by
hand, take a screw­driver to lift it out of its
seat. Insert the screw­driver into the grooves
shown below and gently lift the cable cover.

(3) Remove the Ethernet and ISDN cables

Remove the cables one by one by gently
pressing down the lock and pulling each ca­ble out of its socket. Now take the cables out
of the cable guides at the bottom of the hous­ing and remove them through the appropriate
holes in the housing. Take care to avoid any

damage to the cable guides at the bottom
of the camera housing (see

figure

).

(4) Remove the dome

Take a cotton cloth and remove the transpar­ent dome by turning it in counter-clockwise

direction.

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Allen wrench is included in
delivery

Dismount the dome by
turning it counter-clock-

wise

(5) Remove the cable clamps in the dome's interior

Gently press the sides of the cable clamps and lift the clamps from their
seats.

(6) Remove the lens connectors

Press the clamps on the side of each ribbon
cable connector, then gently pull the connec­tors from the lens' pin header.

(7) Remove the central lens screw and the lens

units

Remove the central lens screw using the sup­plied 3mm Allen wrench. Lift the lens units
out of their seats.

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2.15 Mounting the Camera to Different Surfaces

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Caution: The screws

should be at least 15mm
(5/8in) longer than the
dowels

Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

Find the folded drilling

template at the end of

the manual!

Caution

Never use screws with countersunk heads to fasten the mount, as

these screws will destroy the mount.

120°

R=75 mm/3 in

120°

120°

Notes

Mounting the camera outdoors:

When using a wall outlet for an outdoor installation, you should use
silicone sealant to prevent water from entering the wall outlet and the
cabling by sealing off the mount's base against the wall.

Wall thickness:

Make sure that the wall is at least five centimeters (2in) thick if you
intend to use the supplied dowels and screws.

Mounting Supply

Item

M.1

Count

3

Part Name

Dowels 10 mm
M.2
M.3

3
3

Stainless steel washers Ø 9mm

Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 8x70mm

2.15.1 Mounting to a Wooden Wall or Surface

Use the supplied materials and suitable tools for mounting the camera to a
wooden wall or surface. Follow the

Mounting Instructions

below to complete the in-

stallation.

Use the supplied wood screws without dowels, if
you are mounting the camera to a thick wooden
wall or structure. If the wooden wall or surface is too
thin or if concrete or brick is behind the wood, you
should also use the supplied dowels for mounting.
Make sure that you know how thick the wooden
wall or surface is, before you start drilling the holes.
Please also follow the instructions in the following
sections.

Required Materials:

• 3 hex head screws (itemM.3)

• 3 washers (itemM.2)

Required Tools:

• Wrench or ratchet for M6 hex heads

• Allen wrench 5mm (item1.11)

• Possibly power drill and drill bit for pre-drilling

Mounting Instructions:

• Slide a washer (itemM.2) over every hex head screw (itemM.3).

• Press the camera against the wooden wall or surface.

• Insert the screws (with washers) into the openings in the foot of the camera.

• Tighten the screws using the wrench or ratchet (max. torque is 4Nm/

2.95lbfft).

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Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

2.15.2 Mounting to a Drywall

Use the supplied materials and suitable tools for mounting the camera to a dry­wall. Follow the

Mounting Instructions

below to complete the installation.

Required Materials:

• 3 hex head screws (itemM.3)

• 3 washers (itemM.2)

• 3 dowels (itemM.1)

Required Tools:

• Power drill

• Suitable drill bit

• Hammer (optional)

• Wrench or ratchet for M6 hex heads

• Allen wrench 5mm (item1.11)

Mounting Instructions:

• Hold the drilling template at the position where you would like to mount the
camera.

• Mark the holes for drilling with a pencil or a sharp object, then remove the
drilling template.

• Drill the holes with the power drill where you just marked.

• Insert a dowel (itemM.1) into each of the holes you just drilled. If required,
use the hammer to press the dowels into the holes.

• Slide a washer (itemM.2) over every hex head screw (itemM.3).

• Hold the camera against the wall. Make sure that the openings in the
mount's foot line up with the dowels.

• Insert the screws (with washers) into the openings in the foot of the camera
and into the dowels.

• Tighten the screws using the wrench or ratchet (max. torque is 4Nm/

2.95lbfft).

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Caution: The screws

should be at least 15mm
(5/8in) longer than the
dowels

Find the drilling template
at the end of the manual

Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

2.15.3 Mounting to a Concrete or Brick Wall

Use the supplied materials and suitable tools for mounting the camera to a concre­te or brick wall. Follow the

Mounting Instructions

below to complete the installation.

Required Materials:

• 3 hex head screws (itemM.3)

• 3 washers (itemM.2)

• 3 dowels (itemM.1)

Required Tools:

• Power drill

• Suitable drill bit

• Wrench or ratchet for M6 hex heads

• Hammer (optional)

• Allen wrench 5mm (item1.11)

Mounting Instructions:

• Hold the drilling template at the position where you would like to mount the
camera.

• Mark the holes for drilling with a pencil or a sharp object, then remove the
drilling template.

• Drill the holes with the power drill where you just marked.

• Insert a dowel (itemM.1) into each of the holes you just drilled. If required,
use the hammer to press the dowels into the holes.

• Slide a washer (itemM.2) over every hex head screw (itemM.3).

• Hold the camera against the wall. Make sure that the openings in the
mount's foot line up with the dowels.

• Insert the four screws (with washers) into the openings in the foot of the cam­era and into the dowels.

• Tighten the screws using the wrench or ratchet (max. torque is 4Nm/

2.95lbfft).

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Caution: The screws

should be at least 15mm
(5/8in) longer than the
dowels

Find the drilling template
at the end of the manual

Max. torque for all
screws: 4Nm
(2.95lbf ft)

2.15.4 After Mounting the Camera

Controlling the image position and the focus

• Remove the dome using a lint-free cotton cloth or the supplied plastic protec­tion.

• Loosen the screw in the center of the camera using the supplied Allen
wrench (item1.11) so that you can easily turn and tilt the sensor units.

• Display the camera images on a computer monitor, then turn and tilt the
sensor units until you have found the best position.

• If required, clean the lens' surfaces using a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.

• Check the image focus (tele lens L135 only) and the camera position on the
computer monitor. Please also see section 2.13.2,

Adjusting the Lenses, Vis-

ual Check

.

• Mount the dome again using a lint-free cotton cloth or the supplied plastic
protection. Make sure that you insert the dome into the housing with the
mark of the dome pointing towards the camera's PIR sensor, in order to pre­serve the camera's weatherproofness!

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Notes:

2.16 Notes

2.16.1 Cleaning Instructions

Cleaning the Dome

• In order to protect the dome from being scratched and from getting dirty,
only handle the dome using a soft cotton cloth or the protective plastic of the
camera's shipping box.

• You should clean the dome at regular intervals. Always use a lint-free cotton
cloth for this purpose.

• If the dirt is more persistent, add a mild alcohol-free detergent without abra­sive particles.

• Make sure you instruct cleaning personnel on how to clean the camera.

Cleaning the Lens

If the lens is dirty from the installation process, clean the lens using a lint-free cot­ton cloth. Make sure that the lens is still in focus after cleaning and adjust the lens'
focus if required.

2.16.2 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection

When installing the wiring inside or outside of buildings, make sure you always ad­here to the relevant regulations on wiring, fire prevention and protection against
lightning.

MOBOTIX recommends having MOBOTIX cameras installed only by certified spe­cialists accustomed to installing network devices and having proper respect for the
applicable regulations regarding lightning protection and fire prevention as well
as the current technology for preventing damages from electrical surges.

More information is available at an institution such as the International Electro-
technical Commission (IEC, www.iec.ch) or at a manufacturer of protection de-
vices against lightning and electrical surges, such as Dehn (www.dehn.de).

Wiring

When installing the wiring, make sure to follow these guidelines:

• Data cable: Make sure you only use double-shielded CAT 5/7 cable (S/STP)
for Ethernet connections.

• Outdoors: Installing the camera outdoors requires spe­cial precautions and measures regarding the cables as
well as lightning and surge protection (see further be­low in this section).

• Wire lengths: The cable segments must not exceed
the maximum allowed cable lengths in order to ensure
proper data transfer (see section 3.2,

Connecting the

Camera to the Network and to the Power Supply

).

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Use double-shielded CAT
5/7 cables for wiring

• Avoiding induction: When running data cables parallel to existing regular
power lines or high-voltage wires, make sure you observe the minimum dis­tances to the power cables.

Fire Prevention

When installing the power lines to the camera, make sure you always adhere to
the relevant regulations on wiring and fire prevention at the site of the installation.

Lightning and Surge Protection

To prevent damage from lightning and power surges, make sure you follow these
guidelines:

• Lightning conductors: In areas exposed to lightning (e.g. on roofs), a dis­tance holder (1m (3ft) above and away from the camera) and proper light­ning conductors need to be installed in order to prevent lightning strikes into
the camera and to ensure that the energy of a lightning strike is properly led
to the ground.

• Surge protection: Make sure you have installed proper protection against
electrical surges in order to prevent damage to the camera, the building and
the network infrastructure. This includes surge protectors for 19" racks, add­ing an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to the MOBOTIX camera, and in­stalling surge arresters or similar for routers, switches, servers, etc.

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Make sure that you fol­low these important
instructions!

2.17 Camera Accessories

Power supply (MX-SNT-E/U/GB/J/AUS01-30-RJ)

The MOBOTIX power supply is required if you do not
use a Network Power Rack or Network Power

Box, or a PoE-compatible switch or router.

Network Power Adapter (MX-NPA-3-RJ)

The Network Power Adapter allows injecting the
power supply for the MOBOTIX camera into the net­work cable. It thus allows using the network cable
for connecting to the camera and for remotely sup­plying power (up to 100m (300ft)). The Network
Power Adapter is required, if you are using the uni­versal power supply, and if power is not supplied using a PoE switch/router or a
MOBOTIX Netpower Box/Rack.

Netpower Box for up to 4 Cameras (MX-NPR-4)

The MX-NPR-4 allows supplying power to up to four
MOBOTIX cameras via the network cable. The NPR-4
thus replaces four separate power supplies and four
Network Power Adapters. The Netpower Box deliv­ery includes a (detachable) clip at the back, which
simply clicks onto DIN rails.

Netpower Rack for 8/20 Cameras (MX-NPR-8/20)

The MX-NPR-8/MX-NPR-20 allow supplying power
to up to 8/20 MOBOTIX cameras, respectively, via
the network cable. These NPRs thus replace 8/20
separate power supplies and the same number of
Network Power Adapters; they are easily mounted
in 19" racks (2 rack units).

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Not required if network
components are used that
support the PoE (Power
over Ethernet) standard
IEEE 802.3af!

Power supply for smaller
systems

Intelligent and robust
power supply thanks to
DIN rail installation

Zero maintenance and du­rable as these devices do
not require fans

Advantages of MOBOTIX PoE Products

• Zero maintenance and durable without fans.

• Higher reliability of the system as a whole, since standard
switches without PoE can be used (lower risk of failure).

• Easy installation on DIN rails using supplied adapter (

MX-NPR-4

)

or in 19" racks (

MX-NPR-8/20

).

Outdoor Wall Mount (MX-WH-Dome)

When mounted to the Outdoor Wall Mount, the
D12 can be used outside for enhanced outdoor sur­veillance. Together with the Outdoor Wall Mount, the
MOBOTIX D12 reaches protection class IP65 (abso­lutely dustproof, resistant against water jets). Oper­ating temperatures may vary between -30°C and +
60°C (-22°F to 140°F), making it the ideal camera for
the most demanding weather situations.

Corner and Pole Mount (MX-MH-Dome-ESWS)

If you are intending to mount the camera to the cor­ner of a building or a pole, you should consider us­ing the Corner and Pole Mount together with the
Outdoor Wall Mount. This Corner and Pole Mount is
made of 3mm powder-coated stainless steel
(white) and has been designed specifically for out­door use. The supplied stainless steel straps allow
attaching the mount to poles with diameters be­tween 60 and 180mm (2.4 to 7.1in); see section

2.11,

Mounting the Corner and Pole Mount

.

Split Cable for ISDN-Only Power Supply (MX-OPT-ISDN-SPLIT)

If only ISDN is available for the camera and only one cable should be used for con­necting the camera, you will need to inject power into the 8-wire cable using either
a power supply and the Network Power Adapter or an MX-NPR-4/8/20.

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Outdoor Wall Mount from
sturdy PBT 30GF

Corner and Pole Mount:
Outdoor quality made of
3mm stainless steel

Power injection into one
cable when using
only ISDN

3 OPERATING THE CAMERA

3.1 General Procedure

The MOBOTIX camera does not require any software installation; all you need is
your preferred browser with JavaScript support to operate the camera. Thus, the
MOBOTIX camera is supported by all common operating systems (such as Win-

dows, Linux, Macintosh, ...).

3.1.1 Establishing the Power Supply to the Camera

You can choose between the following options:

• External power supply and Network Power Adapter (MX-NPA-3-RJ):
Power supply of one camera injected into the network cabling (max. length
100m/110yd), from the NPA to the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera
(see section 2.17,

Camera Accessories

).

• Network Power Box/Rack (MX-NPR-4 or MX-NPR-8/20): Power supply of
4/8/20 cameras injected into the network cabling (max. length 100m/
110yd), from the NPR to the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera (see sec­tion 3.2.5).

• Power over Ethernet: Power supply using network components according
to the PoE standard IEEE 802.3af (section 3.2.6).

3.1.2 Connecting the Camera

The camera has been set at the factory to support the following connection meth­ods:

• Ethernet interface of the camera (10/100 Mbps Ethernet): Connect directly
from a computer (using a crossover cable) or by using a Network Power
Adapter or a switch and a regular patch
cable. Launch a browser and enter the
IP address printed on the camera label
(e.g. 10.1.0.99).

If the computer does not have an IP
address in the 10.x.x.x network
range, you should install MxControl-

Center (see section 3.3.3). The remain-

ing process of connecting to the camera
is based on Zeroconf/Bonjour. If this is
not possible, you will need to briefly set
the computer to the IP address range of
the camera (see section 3.3.1).

• ISDN interface of the camera: From a computer with ISDN card using a RAS
connection (linux/tux). Launch a browser and enter the IP address printed
on the camera label (e.g. 10.1.0.99).

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MOBOTIX PoE products
do not require any fans
and are robust and dura­ble!

PoE components (IEEE

802.af) should not have
fans as this would
decrease the overall reli­ability of the entire sys­tem

Automatic camera search
using MxControlCenter
and Zeroconf/Bonjour

In the RAS box (com­puter):

• Camera phone number

• User: linux

• Password: tux

Once a connection has been established, click on the Admin Menu button to start
configuring the camera. The Admin Menu controls all network settings (IP address,
netmask, DHCP, etc.), ISDN behavior and all other options.

The configuration follows these steps:

1) Establish the first connection (Ethernet or ISDN).

2) Set the parameters for the desired connection type (Ethernet/ISDN) using the
Quick Installation wizard.

3) Set the event control (events, actions and messages); see chapter 7,

Events,

Actions and Messages

, in the

Software Manual

.

4) Set the storage target (internal storage, FTP, file server or Flash device).

5) Store the configuration in the camera's permanent storage (flash).

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Always use Quick Instal-

lation for initial configu-

ration!

Live image: http://preparkcam.mobotixserver.de

Note

After first booting a new MOBOTIX camera or after resetting to factory
defaults, accessing the Administration menu (Admin Menu button) will
automatically start the Quick Installation wizard. This is where you
configure the most important camera parameters in a step-by-step
manner. If you have completed the Quick Installation wizard at least
once, the standard Administration menu will open when you click on
the Admin Menu button.

3.2 Connecting the Camera to the Network and to the Power
Supply

3.2.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply

•The power supply of the camera can only be established using the
10BaseT/NET connector of the camera with the (pre-installed) network cable.
In order to supply power via the network cabling we recommend the
MOBOTIX PoE products (MxPoE, see also section 2.17,

Camera Accessories

):

• for one camera using the Network Power Adapter (MX-NPA-3-RJ)

• for up to four cameras using the Network Power Box (MX-NPR-4)

• for up to 8 or 20 cameras using the Network Power Rack (MX-NPR-8/20)

•The maximum length of the network cable for remotely supplying power is

100m (300ft).

• Make sure that you only use switches or routers that support the 10/100

Mbps Ethernet interface of the camera. Check the LED activity of the corre-

sponding port at the switch or router. When operating many cameras,
please also see section 4.11,

Operating Many Cameras

, in the

Software Man-

ual

, for additional hints.

• It is highly recommended to use uninterruptible power supplies (UPS),
which also protect the cameras and the network components against electri­cal surges.

• Advantages of MOBOTIX PoE Products:

• Zero maintenance and durable without fans.

• Higher reliability of the system as a whole, since standard routers/

switches without PoE can be used (lower risk of failure).

• Easy installation on DIN rails (

MX-NPR-4

) or in 19" racks (

MX-NPR-8/20

).

• If you are using IEEE 802.3af Power-over-Ethernet network components
for supplying power to MOBOTIX cameras, make sure that these compo­nents do not have a fan. Since the power consumption of MOBOTIX cameras
is very low compared to other products, the reliability of the entire system is
increased, thus extending the life of these components.

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Uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) should be
installed

MOBOTIX PoE products
have zero maintenance
and are durable as the
systems do not require
fans

Use the MOBOTIX MX­NPR-4 for smaller instal­lations

Use the 19" MOBOTIX
Netpower rack-mount
units to supply power to 8
or 20 cameras (MX-NPR-8
or 20)

Make sure not to exceed
the maximum cable
lengths

Maximum Cable Lengths (ISDN)

Connection to ISDN outlet: max. 5-10m (16 to 33ft)
Connection to NT (without term. resistors): max. 5-10m (16 to 33ft)
Connection to NT (with termination resistors): 120m (130yd)

Caution

Missing termination resistors and wrong cable lengths are the

most common installation errors!

Always observe the instructions regarding maximum cable lengths

and proper ISDN termination!

3.2.2 Camera Startup Sequence

As soon as the camera's power supply has been established, the 4LEDs (behind
the PIR cover of the camera) will show the progress of the starting sequence:

• Hardware test: After the power has been connected, the LEDs 1 and 5 will
light up for about two seconds. The camera's computer (boot loader) checks
the camera hardware.

• Backup system test: The camera checks the operating system. In case of
an error, the camera will start using the backup operating system, allowing
you to re-install the system software.

• Unpacking the OS: The boot loader unpacks the operating system from the
Flash EPROM and copies it to the camera's memory (the LEDs 1 and 5 light
up for about 10 seconds).

Starting the OS: The Linux operating system unpacks its data to the ramdisk

and initializes the system. All operating system components are verified
against their checksums in order to detect changes.

• Boot mode (factory IP address/DHCP): If the magnetic side of the supplied
custom tool is pressed to the spot marked L, the camera starts either using
its factory default IP address (all LEDs light up, see section 3.3.6,

Starting the

Camera Using the Factory IP Address

) or with DHCP support (LEDs 0 and 5

light up, see section 3.3.5,

Starting the Camera With an Automatic IP

Address (DHCP)

).

• Starting the applications: Once the application software is running, the
LEDs 1 and 5 start blinking and LED 0 burns continuously (provided the LEDs
have not been switched off for this configuration). You can now access the
camera using a web browser.

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Hardware Test

Backup System
Test

Unpacking/
Starting OS

Factory IP
Address

DHCP

Ready

Note

During the startup sequence, the LEDs will always light up, even if they
have been deactivated in Admin Menu> LED Setup.

Microphone

"L" key

Default signals of the camera
LEDs:

0 Power

1 Image processing/event

2 Ethernet

5 Image processing/event

3.2.3 Power Supply (MxPoE) Using a Switch

(1) Connect the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera to the Camera connector

of the Network Power Adapter.

(2) Connect the LAN/Power connector of the NPA to an Ethernet connector of

the switch/router or the Ethernet wall outlet.

(3) Plug the RJ45 connector of the external power unit into the PC/Power con-

nector of the Network Power Adapter.

3.2.4 Power Supply (MxPoE) When Connected Directly to a Computer

(1) Connect the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera to the Camera connector

of the Network Power Adapter.

(2) Connect the PC/Power connector of the Network Power Adapter to the Ether-

net port of the computer.

(3) Plug the RJ45 connector of the external power unit into the LAN/Power con-

nector of the Network Power Adapter.

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MOBOTIX power supply
and Network Power
Adapter required

MOBOTIX power supply
and Network Power
Adapter required

The Network Power
Adapter replaces the
crossover cable when di­rectly connecting to a
computer

3.2.5 Power Supply Using a Network Power Rack (MxPoE)

(1) Connect the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera to the CAM connector of

the Network Power Rack (MX-NPR-8/20) or the Network Power Box (MX-

NPR-4).

(2) Connect the LAN connector of the Network Power Rack to an Ethernet con-

nector of the switch/router.

A Network Power Box (MX-NPR-4) is connected in the same way.

3.2.6 Power Supply (PoE IEEE 802.3af) Using Power-over-Ethernet Products

Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the Ethernet connector of
the PoE switch/router. The switch/router needs to support the PoE standard IEEE

802.3af.

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MOBOTIX Network
Power Rack or Network
Power Box required

Use the 19" MOBOTIX
Netpower rack-mount
units to supply power to
8/20 cameras

Use the MOBOTIX Net­work Power Box for
smaller installations

Uninterruptible power
supply (UPS) should be in­stalled

PoE switch/router accord­ing to IEEE 802.3af re­quired

PoE IEEE 802.3af!

3.2.7 ISDN: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter

(1) Push the designated connector of the ISDN split cable (

MX-OPT-ISDN-SPLIT;

optional accessory) into the 10BaseT/NET connector and the remaining
cable into the ISDN connector of the camera.

(2) Use an 8-wire (patch) cable to connect the Camera connector of the Network

Power Adapter to the socket of the ISDN split cable.

(3) Connect the LAN/Power connector of the Network Power Adapter to the

ISDN S0 bus/NT.

(4) Plug the RJ45 connector of the external power unit into the PC/Power con-

nector of the Network Power Adapter.

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1 cable

(pin 7-8,30V)

Max. 20m/

60 ft

MX Split

Cable

Max. 10m/30 ft

3.2.8 ISDN: Directly Supplying Power Using the External Power Supply

1) Connect the ISDN connector of the camera to the S0 bus/NT.

2) Plug the RJ45 connector of the external power supply into an RJ45 extension
cable and plug the extension into the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera.

3.2.9 Ethernet and ISDN: Power Supply When Using Both

In order to use Ethernet and ISDN simultaneously, plug the Ethernet and ISDN
cables into the corresponding connectors of the camera. Power is supplied only

via the Ethernet cable and the 10BaseT/NET connector of the camera (using

MOBOTIX PoE products or Power over Ethernet according to IEEE 802.af).

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Up to 12 wall outlets,
with up to 8 devices
attached

ISDN is a bus system,
which requires termina­tion (100Ohms) at both
ends

Ethernet ISDN

Example: German Telecom

RJ45 extension

Max. 10m/30 ft

Max. 120m/

130 yd

3.3 The First Image from the Camera

3.3.1 Preparing the Ethernet and ISDN Connections

In order to establish the first connection to the MOBOTIX camera, choose one of the
following options:

• Ethernet (10/100 Mbps network):

• Automatic camera search and configuration using MxControlCenter
(free software for MOBOTIX cameras; section 3.3.3,

The First Image in

MxControlCenter

)

• Manual configuration (section

Preparing the Ethernet Connection

)

• ISDN (section

Preparing the ISDN Connection

)

Besides using MxControlCenter, you can also use a browser to access the cam­era (section 3.3.2,

The First Image in the Browser

).

In order to finish the camera configuration, you can use either MxControlCenter or
the browser-based user interface of the camera (see section 4.3,

The Live Screen in

the Browser

, in the

Software Manual

).

Preparing the Ethernet Connection

For this example, we will use a camera with the factory IP address 10.1.0.99.

Replace this IP address with the IP address of your camera. You will find this

address on a small sticker on the camera. Accessing the camera is always the
same and is independent of the connection type: simply enter the camera's IP
address in the address field of the browser (see section 3.3.2,

The First Image in

the Browser

).

Your computer has to have a network or a wireless interface, and it should be in
the same subnet as the camera. If your network also uses IP addresses of a class
A network (e.g. 10.x.x.x, network mask 255.0.0.0), you should be able to
access the camera directly (provided no other network device uses the same IP
address).

Determine the IP address of your computer:

• Open a command shell
(Windows) or a terminal
(Linux/UNIX/OSX) and
enter the following com­mand:

Windows 2000/XP: ipconfig
Linux/UNIX und OSX: ifconfig

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Automatic camera search
using MxControlCenter
and Zeroconf/Bonjour

Caution: Netmask

255.0.0.0

Open a Command Prompt
(Windows):
Start> Run, enter “cmd”,
then press [Return]

Note

Pressing the "L" key with the magnetic side of the custom tool will
prompt the camera to announce its current IP address on the cam-

era speaker.

You will find the IP address of your Windows computer behind IP address; for
Linux/UNIX and OSX computers, search for the inet address parameter of the
eth0 or en0 device (the first network interface). If your computer does not use an
IP address in the 10.x.x.x range, you should change the network configuration
of your computer or add a new IP address (see below).

Make sure that no other network device uses the camera's IP address:

• Open a command shell (Windows) or a terminal (Linux/UNIX/OSX) and enter
the following command:

ping <factory IP address>

If you receive an answer from another network device although the camera is not
connected, you will have to remove that device until you have reset the MOBOTIX
camera to a free IP address. We recommend using the Quick Installation wizard for
assigning a new IP address to the camera.

If your computer does not use an IP address in the 10.0.0.0 network (e.g. a

192.168.x.x or 172.x.x.x network), you should temporarily set a new IP address
in the 10.x.x.x range:

Windows 2000/XP

(1) Open the Network Connec-

tions and open the Proper­ties of LAN Connection.

(2) Double-click Internet Proto-

col (TCP/IP).

(3) On the General tab, acti-

vate the Use the following
address option.

(4) Enter an IP address (e.g.

10.1.0.11) in the class A
network (10.x.x.x) that is
unique in your network and
that is not the same as the
camera's IP address.

(5) Close all dialogs by clicking

on OK.

Linux/UNIX/OSX

(1) Open a terminal as root user and enter the following command (eth0 or

en0 is usually the first network interface):

Linux/UNIX: ifconfig eth0:1 10.1.0.11
OS X: ifconfig en0:1 10.1.0.11

The computer now has the additional IP address 10.1.0.11, allowing it to
access the camera with its factory IP address in the 10.x.x.x network (10.1.0.99
in this example).

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The factory IP address is
printed on the sticker on
the camera housing

Example: 10.1.0.99

Make sure that you use
the IP address of your
camera instead of

10.1.0.99!

Setting up a second IP
address on Windows com­puters

Setting up a second IP
address on Linux/UNIX
and OSX computers

Preparing the ISDN Connection

Your computer must have a properly config­ured ISDN card to establish a connection. If
your network has an ISDN router, contact your
network administrator for more information.

(1) Create a new Point-to-Point connection

(PPP) on your computer.

(2) Enter linux as user name and tux as

password.

(3) Enter the phone number (a free MSN) of

the ISDN port to which you connected the
camera. If your computer is connected to
an internal telephone system, make sure
that you enter the prefix that is required to obtain an outside line.
The MOBOTIX camera can automatically determine the MSN (see section

5.2.2,

Quick Installation Pages in Detail

, in the

Software Manual

).

(4) Establish the connection.

By factory default, the camera will react to every MSN of an ISDN port (you may
change this in Admin Menu> ISDN Connections).

Simultaneously Using ISDN and Ethernet Connections

In most cases, MOBOTIX cameras will be used either on an Ethernet LAN or on
ISDN, not both. The gateway (for accessing computers outside of the local network)
needs to be set manually for Ethernet; it is usually obtained automatically for ISDN.

In order for the camera to open an ISDN dial-out connection while both Ethernet
and ISDN are used, the default route has to be set to the preferred ISDN dial-out
connection (Admin Menu> ISDN Data Connections> Dial-Out Connections). See
also section 5.2,

Quick Installation

, in the

Software Manual

.

If you would like to use connections to different networks for other tasks (e.g.
backup to an FTP server), you can set more network routes in Admin Menu> Rout-
ing. See the Routing topic in the camera help for more information.

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Requires an ISDN inter­face card in the PC

Assign different MSNs
(phone numbers) to dif­ferent cameras if they
are on the same S0 bus

Routing allows reaching
different network
addresses using different
connection types/routes

Note

Default ISDN access credentials for RAS connections

User Name: linux
Password: tux

3.3.2 The First Image in the Browser

Now that you have successfully started the
camera for the first time, you can access
the camera using your preferred browser
to see the live video stream and the user
interface. Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Firefox,
Safari or any other graphical browser with activated JavaScript is suitable. The
operating system is of no importance, even PDAs can be used without any prob­lems.

After entering the camera's IP address in the browser address bar (e.g. http://

10.1.0.99), you will see the Live screen of the MOBOTIX camera with its user

interface controls, such as softbuttons, buttons for the different camera screens,
pull-down menus (

Quick Controls

), icons for accessing the online help and the
camera status, as well as status information elements above and below the live
image.

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Camera access:
http://10.1.0.99
(example IP)

The factory IP address is
printed on the sticker on
the camera

Administration menu:
User name: admin
Password: meinsm

Softbuttons are freely

configurable

Make sure that you use
the IP address of your
camera instead of

10.1.0.99!

Note

Credentials for accessing the Administration Menu

User name: admin
Password: meinsm

Softbuttons

Camera screens

Quick Controls

Camera status
and help

Video motion
windows

Logo display

Camera Screens in the Browser

Per factory default, the MOBOTIX camera automatically shows the Live screen. You
can set a different start page (e.g. the Guest screen) in Admin Menu> Language
and Start Page as this screen only shows the current live image without any fur­ther controls.

The other available standard screens include the Player screen (playback of
recorded images/video sequences) and the MultiView screen (shows several cam­era with live or recorded images. The Multiwatcher provides a view of several
cameras via a "proxy" camera (especially interesting if you would like to access
your cameras from outside of the network and have limited bandwidth) and the

PDA mode offers a special screen for mobile devices.

For more information on camera screens, see section4.1.1,

Camera Screens in the

Browser

, in the

Software Manual

or in the online help of the camera's browser

interface. Click on the yellow icon in the top right corner of the Live screen to
open the corresponding page of the online help.

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Browser Screens

Live: Live screen of

the camera

Player: Playback of

recorded image/
video sequences

MultiView: Display

of several cameras
(Live or Player),
management f
features

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Notizen:

3.3.3 The First Image in MxControlCenter

Installing MxControlCenter

If you have an MxControlCenter installation CD, insert it into your com­puter drive.

If this is not the case or if you would like to update to a newer version, you
can download the latest MSI or ZIP file from the MOBOTIX website. The latest
version is available at www.mobotix.com> Support> Software Downloads in
the MxControlCenter section.

If you are using the installation CD, the installation process starts automatically and
leads you through the necessary steps. In case you have downloaded the Installer,
simply double-click the MSI file to start the installation process.

The installer automatically creates shortcuts for the most important programs on
your desktop.

Using MxControlCenter for the First Time

Double-click on the shortcut created by the installer (see the previous section

Installing MxControlCenter

) or on the program file itself to start MxControlCenter.

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Download MxControlCen­ter free of charge from

www.mobotix.com

Automatic installation of
MxControlCenter with
Windows Installer (MSI)