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HiRes Video Innovations

The German company MOBOTIX AG is known as the leading pioneer in network camera technology and its

decentralized concept has made high-resolution video systems cost ecient.

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Dual. Modular. Unique.

True to the original: The weatherproof, robust successor to our successful MOBOTIX dual camera features interchangeable sensor modules as well as the latest MOBOTIX system technology. As a result, it remains totally unique in terms of performance, functionality and design.

2 x L12 to L160 Day or Night

1 x L12 to L160 Day or Night

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CONTENTS

1 Product Overview 10

1.1 M15 AllroundDual 10

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics 10

1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module 15

1.1.3 Advantages and New Features 18

1.1.4 Decentralized Video System 20

1.1.5 Green IP Video 22

1.2 Technical Speciﬁcations 24

1.2.1 M15 Lens Options 24

1.2.2 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 26

1.2.3 Camera Variants – Software Features 27

1.2.4 Technical Speciﬁcations M15D/M15D-Thermal 28

1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 30

1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module) 30

1.3.2 M15D-Thermal Model Variant 33

1.3.3 L12 Sensor Module 36

1.3.4 L25, L51 Sensor Modules 38

1.3.5 L38, L76, L160 Sensor Modules 40

1.3.6 M15D Kits “Day/Night” 42

1.4 Available Accessories 43

1.4.1 Polarization Filter 43

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight) 43

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled) 43

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket 43

1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch 44

1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set 44

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 44

1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box 45

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box 45

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box 45

1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module 46

1.4.12 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 46

1.4.13 Mounting Interface Boxes Beneath the VarioFlex Wall Mount 46

1.4.14 Other Accessories 47

1.5 MOBOTIX Software 48

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 48

1.5.2 MxControlCenter 49

1.5.3 MxEasy 50

1.5.4 MOBOTIX App 51

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2 Installation 52

2.1 Preparing the Installation 52

2.1.1 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole 52

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules 55

2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS 58

2.1.4 Providing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 59

2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 60

2.2 First Installation Steps 61

2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits) 61

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing 63

2.2.3 Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not Required for M15D Kits) 64

2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules 65

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable 66

2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable 68

2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable 69

2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing 70

2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 72

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount 72

2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount 76

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount 76

2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) 80

2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) 81

2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card 85

2.7 Network and Power Connection 87

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M15 with Patch Cables 87

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch 88

2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 89

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products 89

2.7.5 Variable PoE 90

2.7.6 Camera Startup Sequence 91

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3 Operating The Camera 92

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview 92

3.1.1 Manually Using a Computer in the 10.x.x.x IP Address Range 93

3.1.2 Automatically Using MxControlCenter or MxEasy 94

3.1.3 Automatically Using DHCP 95

3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings 96

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser 96

3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser 98

3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxControlCenter 100

3.2.4 First Images and Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxEasy 105

3.2.5 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 108

3.2.6 Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 109

3.3 Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 110

3.3.1 Adjusting the Camera 110

3.3.2 Adjusting Lens Focus (L76/L160 Only) 111

3.3.3 Inserting a Filter 112

3.4 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 113

3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function 113

3.4.2 Full Image Recording 115

3.4.3 Special M15 Conﬁguration in the Browser 117

3.5 MicroSD Card Recording 126

3.5.1 Introduction 126

3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 128

3.5.3 Activating Recording 129

3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 130

3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording 130

3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Dierent MOBOTIX Camera 131

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 131

3.6 Conﬁguration in the Browser 132

3.6.1 Overview 132

3.6.2 General Browser Settings 134

3.6.3 Conﬁguring the M15D-Thermal in the Browser 135

3.7 Additional Notes 136

3.7.1 Operation with Only One Sensor Module 136

3.7.2 Password for the Admin Menu 136

3.7.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone 136

3.7.4 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 137

3.7.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings 137

3.7.6 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection 137

3.7.7 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 137

3.7.8 Deactivating the Camera Reboot 138

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3.7.9 Browser 138

3.7.10 Cleaning the Camera and Lens 138

3.7.11 Legal Notes 139

3.7.12 Safety Warnings 139

3.7.13 Online Help in the Browser 140

3.7.14 RoHS Declaration 140

3.7.15 Disposal 141

3.7.16 Disclaimer 141

Manufacturer 143

Legal Notes

Attention – Special Export Regulations Apply! Cameras with thermal image sensors (“thermal cameras”) are subject to the special export regulations of the U.S.A. and the ITAR (International Trac in Arms Regulation):

• According to the currently applicable export regulations of the U.S.A. and

the ITAR, cameras with thermal image sensors or parts thereof must not be exported to countries embargoed by the U.S.A. or the ITAR. At present, this applies to the following countries: Syria, Iran, Cuba, North Korea and Sudan. The same export ban applies to all persons and institutions listed in “The Denied Persons List” (see www.bis.doc.gov, “Policy Guidance> Lists of Parties of Concern”).

• Under no circumstances can the camera itself or its thermal image sensors

be used in the design, the development or in the production of nuclear, biological or chemical weapons or in the weapons themselves.

Legal aspects of video and sound recording: You must comply with all data protec

tion regulations for video and sound monitoring when using MOBOTIX products. Depending on national laws and the installation location of the M15, the recording of video and sound data may be subject to special documentation or it may be prohibited. All users of MOBOTIX products are therefore required to familiarize themselves with all valid regulations and comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is not liable for any illegal use of its products.

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Safety Warnings

Installation Instructions:

•

This product must not be used in locations exposed to the dangers of explosion.

• Make sure to install this product as shown in

Chapter 2, «Installation»

of this

manual.

•

When installing this product, make sure that you are only using genuine MOBOTIX parts and MOBOTIX connection cables.

• Make sure that you are installing this product on a solid surface that provides for a sturdy installation of the ﬁxing elements used.

Electrical installation: Electrical systems and equipment may only be installed, modiﬁed and maintained by a qualiﬁed electrician or under the direction and super

vision of a qualiﬁed electrician in accordance with the applicable electrical guidelines. Make sure to properly set up all electrical connections.

Electrical surges: MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the eects of small elec

trical surges by numerous measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur. Special care should be taken when installing the camera outside of buildings to ensure proper protection against lightning, since this also protects the building and the whole network infrastructure.

Max. power consumption of attached extension modules: The power consump

tion of all attached

MxBus modules

must

not exceed 3W

. When attaching modules

to the MxBus connector

and

the USB connector, the

power consumption of all

attached modules must not exceed 4W

if the camera is powered by PoE class3

PoE class2

is used,

the power consumption of all attached modules must not

exceed 1W!

Never touch the dome or the protective lens covers: Due to the high performance

of the M15, the area of the image sensor can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high. This does not aect the proper functioning of the camera in any way. For this reason, the product must not be installed within the reach of persons without domes or protective lens covers.

Power o before opening the camera: Make sure the power supply is disconnected before opening the camera (i.e., for installing or replacing sensor modules and SD cards).

Network security: MOBOTIX products include all of the necessary conﬁguration options for operation in Ethernet networks in compliance with data protection laws. The operator is responsible for the data protection concept across the entire system. The basic settings required to prevent misuse can be conﬁgured in the software and are password-protected. This prevents unauthorized parties from accessing these settings.

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FOREWORD

Dear MOBOTIX customer,

Congratulations on your decision to purchase the M15, the powerful succes

sor to the original MOBOTIX M1/M10/M12, proven over one hundred thousand

times. This weatherproof (IP66), versatile, all-round solution “Made in Germany”

represents an important milestone in the successful history of MOBOTIX products.

As decentralized complete video systems, MOBOTIX cameras have much more to

oer than conventional network cameras. The M15 features integrated environment

sensors (PIR, outside temperature, motion sensor), speaker and microphone for two-

way video communication based on the SIP standard, long-term memory, free video management software and a preassembled VarioFlex wall/ceiling mount, in addition to two HiRes image sensors. The weatherproof MxBus and MiniUSB interfaces allow for direct connection of MOBOTIX interface boxes and standard devices such as UMTS modules, additional memory, etc.

With the M15, one or two separately available MOBOTIX sensors modules (lens plus sensor board and microphone) that can be replaced at any time are used in the M15 Core basic camera module. Twelve dierent sensor modules are available for the M15: Six focal lengths from telephoto to hemispheric, each available in day or night versions. With the Day&Night models with day and night sensors, the camera switches o to the appropriate sensor depending on the lighting conditions.

The latest ﬁve-megapixel technology ensures crisp HiRes images with improved live digital zoom and increased light sensitivity. In conjunction with the maximum image size of 2048x1536 pixels (QXGA), the camera produces clear color images, even at dusk or dawn. At night, a single black and white sensor module now also produces high-resolution images with up to 2048x1536 pixels. If both sensor images are displayed or recorded at the same time, the M15 delivers dual images up to six megapixels.

The new model variant

M15D-Thermal

supplements the proven MOBOTIX technology by a high-end thermal imaging sensor, which can reliably detect moving objects even in total darkness.

The MxEasy and MxControlCenter video management software, which is tailored to MOBOTIX cameras, and a PDF manual can be downloaded from the MOBOTIX web

site at no cost: www.mobotix.com> Support> Software Downloads. MOBOTIX also provides a mobile solution for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch iOS devices. Search for “MOBOTIX AG” in the App Store to ﬁnd the free app.

If you still have any questions, our support and international sales sta are available at intl-support@mobotix.com from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (German time).

Thank you for choosing MOBOTIX products and services. We wish you all the best with your new, high-performance MOBOTIX M15 AllroundDual camera!

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1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 M15 AllroundDual

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics

The HiRes Dual Camera System for All Your Needs

The M15 AllroundDual camera is a well equipped, professional network camera that is top of the MOBOTIX product range, both in terms of functionality and technological capability. The integration of two image sensors and a range of other functions and technical innova

tions results in unlimited usage possibilities: For video security applications in commercial, private and public sector environments, as a surveillance or weather camera, a webcam, indoors or outdoors, day or night.

Caution: MOBOTIX in Use!

It is clear from the outset that the M15 is an authentic MOBOTIX camera like its predeces

sor, the M12. It oers special advantages when a security camera looks like the real thing thanks to its unique, striking product design, which has stood for leading video technology and image quality for many years. This is because potential criminals have developed an eye for spotting high-resolution MOBOTIX cameras and will shy away from them when they see one. Even they know these kinds of video cameras can record all activities with an image quality high enough to be used as evidence, and criminals would rather abandon these attempts and concentrate on less secure prospects.

Modular System Setup

A M15 camera consists of three main components:

1. Housing with integrated camera electronics, ﬂash memory, external ports (Ethernet, MxBus, MiniUSB) and pre-installed VarioFlex mount for wall or ceiling mounting.

Front element to hold one or two sensor modules, with microphone, speaker, passive infrared sensor (PIR), outside temperature sensor and status LEDs.

3. One or two sensor modules with lens, image sensor, microphone and status LEDs (microphone and status LEDs are deactivated if attached to a M15). A

M15D-Thermal

comes with thermal image sensor that is pre-installed in the front element and you can install one additional sensor module.

The housing with VarioFlex mount, connection cable for sensor modules and network and the front element are components of the M15 Core basic module as standard. The sensor modules may be ordered separately and combined freely as desired (for example, Day/ Night, telephoto/wide-angle). The system’s modular design ensures a high level of ﬂexibility and ease of repair (for example, replace one sensor module instead of the entire camera).

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The Right Sensor Module for Every Application

Twelve dierent sensor modules are available for the M15: Six focal lengths from telephoto to hemispheric, each available in day or night versions, with a horizontal image angle of 13°, 27°, 40°, 55°, 82° and 180°.

You can exchange all sensor modules on-site whenever necessary. The image area cap

tured by the camera varies depending on the focal length of the built-in lens. With a Super Wide-Angle lens (82° image angle), for example, almost an entire room can be recorded from just one corner. And a telephoto lens (13° image angle), for example, enables the M15 to clearly record a license plate number from a distance of approximately 75meters. Or even the serial number of a dollar bill from a distance of two meters.

One M15 camera is usually all that is required to monitor either an entire room or the four lanes of a gas station. The high degree of image detail not only reduces the number of required cameras, but also minimizes system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power requirements, and number of recording devices required.

Ethernet patch cable

MiniUSB

MxBus

PoE switch

Using VarioFlex mount for installing on a wall or ceiling (can be upgraded)

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5-Megapixel Image Sensor Technology

The M15 features a signiﬁcantly increased level of performance compared to the previous M12 model. The latest 5-megapixel image sensor technology used in the camera has improved the frame rate as well as the image quality for the up to 3.1-megapixel camera images and brings a new level of detail to your zoomed images (color sensor: +27%, Black&White sensor: +200%). Thanks to the new sensors that feature a nearly four times higher light sensitivity, the camera also delivers convincing color images at dusk and in heavy rainfall. At night, the optional black and white sensor now also provides HiRes images up to

2048x1536

pixels (the previous M12 model oered a max. of 1.3 megapixels

only), delivering dual images at up to six megapixels during both day and night.

Can Be Used Day and Night

The advantage of a M15D conﬁgured as a day-and-night camera is primarily that it continuously uses two sensor modules (one day, one night) rather than relying on a mechanical ﬁlter switch, which can be costly to maintain. The MOBOTIX image quality is very good in poor lighting conditions, as the camera uses a real infrared-sensitive, black-and-white image sensor instead of the usual color sensor with electronic color fade-out, whereby the infrared sensitivity is reduced through integrated color ﬁlters.

The day and night lenses in the M15 are positioned exactly parallel to one another. This way, the day lens always covers the same area as the night lens.

Hemispheric Day and Night Camera (M15 with Sensor Modules D12 and N12)

The M15 is a hemispheric dual camera for use in extremely variable lighting conditions, equipped with two L12 lenses each with a black/white and color sensor. The M15 is designed in such a way that both of the camera’s sensor modules are positioned in parallel in order to see the same image area as a color image during the day and as a black/white image at night.

Robust and Low-Maintenance

The M15 has been manufactured with the highest level of quality in mind always. Only quality-tested, high-grade materials and components are used. MOBOTIX cameras do not have any mechanical motors to operate the lenses or move the camera, making them so robust that maintenance is reduced to a minimum. Cleaning is simple. You only need to wipe the lens using a soft cotton cloth and a mild household detergent without abrasive particles.

Weatherproof– Without Heating or Fan

The entire camera plus cables and sensor modules are weatherproof (IP66). Thanks to their low power consumption (less than ﬁvewatts) and the total absence of mechanical

By design, the sensor modules D12/N12 can show shadows of the camera housing or the dome of the other D12/ N12 sensor module

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moving parts, M15 cameras feature the highest operating temperature range from -30 to +60°C (-22°F to 140°F). Since the cameras neither fog up nor require heating, power can be supplied via the network cabling according to the PoE standard IEEE 802.3af.

Fast, Simple Installation

The MOBOTIX M15 requires just one cable for data and power to connect to a PoE switch and thereby to any expandable Ethernet network.

The VarioFlex mount supplied as standard makes the camera ideally suited for outdoor use and for installation over in-wall sockets so that the cabling remains perfectly concealed.

A number of additional devices can be used. They are connected via a network switch or directly to the camera housing via an MxBus or MiniUSB cable (for example, ExtIO, MOBOTIX functional boxes, audio devices, ﬂash drives or UMTS/Wi-Fi USB modems). If the network switch features an Internet connection, it can be used for encrypted access to the camera footage from anywhere in the world.

Virtual PTZ (vPTZ) – Panning, Tilting and Zooming with No Motor Required

The M15 also zooms in on detail. This vPTZ function (virtual Pan, Tilt, Zoom) is a standard feature in the integrated camera software. The image can be enlarged using, for example, the mouse wheel, a joystick or a software-controlled PTZ panel, and you can “move” the view to any section of the image. This provides the features of a mechanical PTZ camera without the disadvantages of maintenance and wear.

Simultaneous Zoomed Live Image and Full Image Recording

All standard motorized PTZ cameras only store the image sequence that is currently viewed in the live image (live image recording). This has one serious disadvantage as the recording can only show what has happened in the “visible” portion of the image. The rest is lost and cannot be examined later on. MOBOTIX has hence added the new full image recording feature to the M15. When you activate this feature, the camera will not store the currently viewed image that reﬂects the pan/tilt position and the zoom setting chosen by the user, but the full sensor image – without vPTZ settings. When examining the recorded images at a later date, the vPTZ features again come into play, as they allow you to zoom in on the visible image and use the pan/tilt features to examine every corner of the recorded full image.

Internal DVR

The M15 features direct recording to the integrated MicroSD card, which makes the cam

era fully independent of any external storage media, even for longer periods of time. The camera internally stores high-resolution video, without requiring an external recording device or PC and therefore without creating any network load. Old recordings can be overwritten automatically or automatically deleted after a speciﬁed period of time. When using a 32GB SD card, for example, the camera can store more than a quarter million event images in VGA format (640x480). If you would like to archive complete sequences or extracts of sequences, you can export the required data to any PC or USB hard drive.

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Low Power Consumption in Accordance with the PoE Standard (IEEE 802.3af)

A M15 uses no more power than its predecessor (typically 4.5watts), despite the new sensor technology. Adjusting the PoE class via the camera software also enables the use of PoE switches that cannot be operated on all ports with PoE class3 (up to max. 12.95V).

Model Variants

The dual camera base module

M15 Core

is available in the

M15D-SEC

model variant, which can be equipped with one or two sensor modules. Each variant features an internal long-term memory (a pre-formatted and pre-installed 4GB MicroSD card).

The maximum resolution per sensor module is QXGA (

2048x1536 pixels,

more than 2.5 times larger than Full HD!). The sensor modules themselves are installed in a few easy steps in the basic module (see

Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules

(Except M15D Kits)»

MOBOTIX also oers the

M15D Kits

as ready-to-install day/night cameras with the same

focal lengths for both image sensors (see

Section 1.3.6, «M15D Kits “Day/Night”»

The

M15D-Thermal

model variant has a permanently installed high-end thermal image sensor and can optionally take one more sensor module (day/night/LPF). This means that the M15D-Thermal combines the proven MOBOTIX sensors and event processing capabilities with thermal imaging technology, which can reliably detect moving objects even in total darkness.

M15D-SEC

with any combination of one

or two day or night sensor

modules

M15D-Thermal

with thermal image sensor

and one optional day or night

sensor module

MX sensor module

(Color/Black & White)

Thermal image sensor

(permanently installed)

MX sensor module

(color/black & white,

optional)

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1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module

Equipped with the hemispheric L12 sensor module (day or night), an entire room can be ideally monitored using just one M15, which replaces the time-consuming and expensive installation of several standard cameras. The overview image provided by a single M15, which may be tailored in a number of ways according to speciﬁc user requirements, minimizes the system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power require

ments, and number of recording devices required.

High-Resolution Panorama

When several cameras are monitoring a single room, it is dicult to understand the room layout due to the dierent viewing directions of each individual camera. This makes it hard to comprehend the overall setting. The panorama function of the M15 with the L12 sensor module delivers a widescreen, corrected image of a high-resolution 180° allround view.

Optimizing the Panorama Image

The factory setting of an M15 with an L12 lens is a high-resolution panorama image, in which parts of the protective cover of the housing are still visible in the upper right and left corners of the image. In order to hide the protective cover, often all that is required is the “panorama correction” feature that is integrated into the camera software or MxEasy as standard. Tilted vertical lines (if the camera is mounted at an angle) may be optically

Full image at 2048x1536 pixels (QXGA)t

Panorama image at 1280x480 pixels

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straightened to the image edges using this feature. A welcome side eect of this is that the protective cover disappears from the image.

If this measure does not work in a speciﬁc situation (downward camera tilt not possible), the protective cover can be removed from the image by zooming and, if necessary, by panning downward using the virtual functions. The displayed image section or the panorama, as the case may be, is reduced slightly but the image details are enlarged as a result of zooming.

Panorama Focus – One Camera, Three Views

Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image. The M15 is capable of providing two more views at the same time with the panorama, allowing you to focus on two scenes in parallel (“Panorama Focus” display mode).

No Blind Spots From Wall To Wall And From Floor To Ceiling

Panorama Focus – three views simultaneously

High-resolution 180° panorama

Virtual PTZ 1 Virtual PTZ 2

Original full image

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Double Panorama for a Simultaneous View in Two Directions

The “Double Panorama” display mode provides a panorama image of both halves of the surveillance area. Using the vPTZ functions, the panorama images can be changed as desired. The example here shows an overview panorama of the entire room, as well as the entrance, which would have otherwise no longer been visible in the panorama.

Surround View (Quad View)

The M15’s “Surround” display mode delivers four dierent directions “at a glance.” Each of the four views features a software-controlled pan/tilt/zoom function (virtual PTZ), allowing it to be customized as necessary. In order to facilitate camera operation, the M15 can store a total of 256 user-deﬁned camera views, in addition to the preset standard views.

Full Image and Normal View

In addition to the Panorama, Double Panorama, Panorama Focus, and Surround views, the M15 image may be displayed on a monitor as the original ﬁsheye version (“Full Image” display mode) or as the camera-corrected image section (“Normal” display mode). Switching to one of the other display modes described is possible at any time.

Original full image

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1.1.3 Advantages and New Features

The high-resolution M15 AllroundDual is the more powerful successor to the M12 and features a new, modular system design and ﬁve-megapixel image sensors. Although the maximum size at which the images of an M15 sensor can be displayed is

2048x1536

pixels (live or recorded), the M15 outperforms the previous M12 model and other dual cameras on the market in many respects.

Smooth HiRes Video Streams

The M15’s optimized hardware doubles the frame rates compared to the M12 and transmits the camera’s video streams smoothly, even when high resolution is required. Since image streams of 16 frames per second and higher are perceived as ﬂuid video by the human eye, the maximum frame rate is limited to 30frames per second (for MEGA resolution) in order to provide sucient camera processing power for other tasks.

High-Quality Color Images, Even in Low Light Conditions

The more light-sensitive an image sensor is, the better the image quality, especially when the ambient light level is low, such as at dusk and in heavy rainfall. The M15 oers the best MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided by the ﬁve-megapixel color sensor that is four times higher than that of the previous three-megapixel color sensor.

Black and White Resolution Up to 2048x1536 Pixels (QXGA)

HiRes night sensor modules are also available for the M15D. They can deliver black and white images up to 2048x1536 pixels. This means that in pixels alone images are roughly 148% larger than those delivered by the previous 1.3-megapixel sensor. The images also beneﬁt from the improved detail magniﬁcation enabled by the digital zooming of the new sensors (200% more detail compared to the old sensor).

Black and White Night Sensor Modules with Long-Pass Filter (Lpf)

All night sensor modules (N12 to N160, black&white) can be ordered with an LPF (longpass ﬁlter) special lens that is ideal for license plate recognition when combined with infra-red illumination. All LPF sensor modules (except for L12) can be equipped with an additional polarizing ﬁlter.

More Details When Zooming

The maximum zoom factor of the M15 color sensors is 1.27 times higher than that of the M12 due to the use of ﬁve-megapixel technology. Image detail is improved by 27 percent. As a result, an M15 can now be installed even further away than before from the objects and areas to be monitored. In addition, this relativizes the horizontal image angles of the new ﬁve-megapixel sensors that are slightly smaller compared to the M12.

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Flexible and Future-Proof

The system can easily be matched to suit the location’s requirements, thanks to a range of available sensor modules. You can change the sensor modules to modify the focal lengths at any time.

New Features of the M15 Compared to the M12 at a Glance

New Comment

Modular design M15 Core: Camera housing with front element; sensor

modules may be ordered individually

IP66 Dust-proof and resistant to water jets (M12: IP65)

Sensor modules including lens and image sensor

Up to two can be connected, simultaneous display and recording; installation and expansion by the user (no need to send it back to the MOBOTIX factory)

Black&white sensor modules with LPF All night sensor modules (N12 – N160) can be ordered

long-pass ﬁlter (LPF)

Flash memory (internal DVR) MicroSD card replaces SD card and R models of the M12

MiniUSB For peripheral devices, adapter cable available from

MOBOTIX

MxBus Enables the two-wire connection of MOBOTIX interface

boxes

Power supply Via a blue NPA-PoE-Set, MX-NPA-Box or standard PoE

switch

RS232 connector Can be used with MX-232-IO-Box via USB (MOBOTIX

accessories), Sub-D HD-15 (M12) discontinued

Shock detector Reports acts of vandalism, etc. to the M15 camera

housing

MxActivitySensor Detects movements of people/objects and the directions

of movement

Outside temperature sensor Integrated into the front element of the M15 Core mod-

ule

Mobile video remote station M15 operation is integrated in the MOBOTIX App for iOS

devices

Thermal Image Sensor The M15D-Thermal model variant has a permanently

installed thermal image sensor and can optionally take one more sensor module (day/night/LPF).

Thermographic image of

a M15D-Thermal in oset

colors

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1.1.4 Decentralized Video System

Usually, cameras only supply images, while processing and recording take place later on a central PC using video management software. This centralized structure has too many limitations for high-resolution video systems since it requires high network bandwidth and the PC processing power is insucient when using several high-resolution cameras. Due to the large number of computers and servers required, traditional centralized systems are therefore becoming less suitable and cost eective.

As part of the decentralized MOBOTIX concept, every camera features a high-speed processor, and, if necessary, digital long-term ﬂash memory (MicroSD card) can be integrated to provide several days of recording time. The com

puter or video control center is required only to view and control the cameras, not to evaluate and record video. This means that you do not have to rely on expensive, overloaded video management software as most of the important functions that require a large amount of processing power are integrated into the MOBOTIX cameras themselves.

Integrated sensors enable MOBOTIX cameras such as the M15 to automatically detect when an event has occurred. If necessary, the cameras will respond immediately with an alarm sound and will establish a direct video and sound connection to a control room.

M15 IT/SEC models utilize MxActivitySensor to detect the movement of people and objects and their direction of movement as standard. The MxActivitySensor delivers reliable results particularly in outdoor area applications, in contrast to video motion detection that continues to be available and that registers even the smallest of image changes in deﬁned video motion windows. In the deﬁned monitored area (full image or section), the camera distinguishes between the continuous movements of vehicles, persons or objects that trigger an alarm and movements that do not set o an alarm such as shadows, changing light conditions, heavy rain or trees swaying in the wind.

The M15 is also equipped with a shock detector as standard (for all IT and SEC models). For example, if the camera receives a blow to the housing, it can simultaneously take a video of the oender, trigger a sound alarm and notify the security company by a SIP call. Due to the build quality and absence of moving parts, MOBOTIX cameras are extremely tough. This typically allows them to stay fully operational, even when they are subject to strong vibrations.

All MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof and are not adversely aected by the glare from direct sunlight. They deliver meaningful, detailed images at all times as the camera software supports easy programming of independent exposure windows, making them ideal for rooms with large glass fronts.

MOBOTIX-Kamera

CPU

Image analysis

CMOS

5 megapixels

MicroSD

Recording

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MOBOTIX In the event of an alarm, M15 cameras can also record lip-synchronous audio. The cameras therefore play an important role in analyzing and clarifying a situation. Thanks to an integrated speaker and microphone, each individual camera can also be used for bidirectional communication (two-way video communication), so you can easily use the MOBOTIX App with your iPhone or iPad on the road.

The decentralized MOBOTIX video solutions are superior to traditional systems in all major aspects. They are also considerably cheaper to operate as they require

• Fewer cameras due to the more accurate detail of panorama images with mega

pixel technology

• Fewer recording devices because ten times the standard number of cameras can be used to record high-resolution HDTV video with sound on one computer/server simultaneously in the decentralized system

• Lower network bandwidth because everything is processed in the camera itself and the high-resolution images therefore do not have to be constantly transmitted for analysis

MOBOTIX System

Decentralized and Safe

Storage on Computer

Recording Software

Integrated MicroSD

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1.1.5 Green IP Video

The modern, network-based video security technology oers numerous advantages to use energy eciently. Due to the special product and system properties, the decision to install MOBOTIX video systems is also a decision for Green IP Video: low power consump

tion and environmental friendly because of long life expectancy and minimal amount of materials involved.

Low Power Consumption

MOBOTIX cameras are cost-eciently supplied via PoE. This reduces the expenses for power and, in addition, saves copper and other important raw material as less power cabling is necessary.

Robust

MOBOTIX IP66 cameras are highly robust and work – without high-power climate control and extra protective housing – in a temperature range from –30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F.

Modern

Integrated into the cameras are high-power processors and ﬂash storage, thus making energy-consuming servers and storage devices unnecessary. And, of course, the disposal of waste later.

High Resolution

A hemispheric MOBOTIX camera with two image sensors replaces up to eight standard cameras – including their consumption of energy and resources.

Sustainable

Without mechanical components, MOBOTIX cameras are maintenance-free and stay fully functional, even after years – and are, thus, more sustainable compared to other systems.

Forward-Looking

Even previous camera models can be easily updated and then oer new functionalities. Remote updates via the internet and the fact that the cameras are maintenance-free reduce trips by car, and, thereby, the negative eect on the environment.

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Wall mount

Ceiling mount

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1.2 Technical Speciﬁcations

1.2.1 M15 Lens Options

Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof, none of the lenses requires a mechanical auto iris. This makes the cameras extremely robust and maintenance-free.

M15D-Sec with All Sensor Modules

18 dierent MOBOTIX sensor modules are available for the M15D (each available in day, night and LPF versions):

• L12 Fisheye with 180° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L25 Super Wide-Angle with 82° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L38 Wide-Angle with 55° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L51 Wide-Angle with 40° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L76 Telephoto with 27° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L160 Telephoto with 13° horizontal ﬁeld of view

The integrated virtual PTZ fea

tures of the camera software or MxControlCenter/MxEasy prop

erly correct the lens distortion in the L12 Fisheye that is speciﬁc to each lens. The L25 Super Wide-Angle lens delivers good image quality, even when the maximum digital zoom is used. If the M15 is installed in the corner of a room with this lens, almost the complete room will be visible on the image.

M15D-Thermal with Optional MX Sensor Module

This model variant has a permanently installed thermal image sensor and can option

ally take one more sensor module (see above). The thermal image sensor is available in these focal lengths:

• L43 with 45° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L65 with 25° horizontal ﬁeld of view

• L135 with 17° horizontal ﬁeld of view

MOBOTIX Original image L25 Super Wide-Angle

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Five-Megapixel Sensor Lenses

L12 L25 L38 L51 L76 L160

Original image

35mm equivalent 12mm 25mm 38mm 51mm 76mm 160mm

Nominal focal length 1.8mm 4mm 6mm 8mm 12mm 25mm

Aperture 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5

Horizontal image angle

180° 82° 55° 40° 27° 13°

Vertical image angle 160° 61° 41° 30° 20° 10°

At 1m distance

Image width inﬁnite 1.7 1.0 0.7 0.5 0.2

Image height 11 1.2 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.2

At 5m distance

Image width inﬁnite 8.7 5.2 3.6 2.4 1.1

Image height 55 5.9 3.7 2.7 1.8 0.9

At 10m distance

Image width inﬁnite 17.4 10.3 7.2 4.9 2.3

Image height 110 11.9 7.5 5.4 3.6 1.7

At 20m distance

Image width inﬁnite 34.7 20.6 14.5 9.7 4.6

Image height 220 23.7 14.9 10.8 7.2 3.4

At 50m distance

Image width N.A. 86.8 51.5 36.2 24.3 11.4

Image height N.A. 59.3 37.3 27.0 18.0 8.6

Notes

The speciﬁed focal lengths of the MOBOTIX lenses do not reﬂect the actual focal length of the lenses, but the focal length (Lxxmm) converted to 35mm camera format. For example, the MOBOTIX L25 Super Wide-Angle lens has an actual focal length of 4mm. This would be the equivalent of 25mm on a 35mm camera. It is therefore referred to as an L25. Since the image sensors in digital cameras have dierent sizes, converting the focal lengths to 35mm camera as a known format allows the image formats and the ﬁelds of vision of the dierent lenses to be calculated and compared more easily. Another beneﬁt is that you can easily set a 35mm camera (analog or digital) to the same focal length as the MOBOTIX lens (Lxx) to obtain the same ﬁeld of vision. This approach greatly facilitates lens selection.

M15D sensor modules can be freely interchanged

Sensor modules L25 through L160 provide a non-reective protection layer made of tempered glass

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

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1.2.2 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats

Camera Model

M15D-SEC M15D-Thermal

Lenses, sensors

Hemispheric 12mm (right/left) •/• –/•

Super Wide-Angle 25mm (right/left) •/• –/•

Wide-Angle 38mm (right/left) •/• –/•

Wide-Angle 51mm (right/left) •/• •/•

Tele 76mm (right/left) •/• •/•

Tele 160mm (right/left) •/• •/•

Image sensor with individual exposure zones

Color/BW/LPF

(any combination)

Thermal image sensor

(+ optional color/BW/

LPF)

Image sensor sensitivity in Lux at 1/60s/1s

0.25/0.013 or

0.05/0.0025 (BW/LPF)

NETD typ. 50mK,

<79mK

(color/BW/LPF see left)

Image sensor resolution

5MP (2592x1944 pix

els)

336x252 pixels/

(color/BW/LPF see left)

Hardware Features

IP protection class IP66 IP66

Temp. internal DVR (MB) 64 64

Internal DVR (MicroSD, up to 64GB) 4GB included 4GB included

Microphone/Speaker •/• •/•

Passive infrared sensor (PIR) • •

Internal/ambient temperature sensor •/• •/•

Shock Detector • •

Power consumption in Watts (typical) <4.5W/<5W <5W/<5.5W

Variable PoE class 2 – 3 3

Image Formats, Frame Rates and Image Storage

Max. image size (per sensor) QXGA (2048x1536) QXGA (2048x1536)

Max. frame rate (MxPEG, max. resolution) 20fps 20fps

CIF images with 4GB MicroSD DVR 250,000 250,000

VGA images with 4GB MicroSD DVR 125,000 125,000

MEGA images with 4GB MicroSD DVR 40,000 40,000

QXGA images with 4GB MicroSD DVR 20,000 20,000

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1.2.3 Camera Variants – Software Features

Camera Model

M15D-SEC/M15D-Thermal

General Features

Digital zoom (continuous) with panning •

Motion JPEG/MxPEG/H.264 codecs •/•/• (only SIP video)

Custom exposure windows • (not for thermal sensor)

Snapshot rec. (pre-/post-alarm images) 50

Terabyte ring buer (internal/network) •

Continous rec. with sound (0.2 to 30fps) •

Event recording with sound •

Time and event control •

Weekly schedules/holidays •

Web functionality (FTP, email) •

Playback/Quad and MultiView •

Bidirectional audio in browser •

Logo generator, animated •

Flexible event logic •

Master/slave arming •

Several scheduled privacy zones •

Customized voice messages •

VoIP telephony (audio/video, alarm) •

Remote alarm notiﬁcation •

Signal inputs/outputs, RS232 Via MX-232-IO-Box

Programming interface/HTTP API •

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

•

Video Analysis

Video Motion detection •

MxAnalytics –

MxActivitySensor •

Video Management Software

MxEasy, MxControlCenter •

MOBOTIX App •

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1.2.4 Technical Speciﬁcations M15D/M15D-Thermal

Technical Speciﬁcations M15D/M15D-Thermal

Model Variants

MX-M15D (any combination of Day/Night/LPF sensor modules) MX-M15D-Thermal (optionally 1 add. Day/Night/LPF sensor module)

Lens options MX sensor module 12 to 160mm (in 35mm format),

180° to 13° horizontal ﬁeld of view

Lens options thermal image sensor

43, 65, 135mm (in 35mm format), 45°, 25°, 17° horizontal ﬁeld of view

Sensitivity MX sensor module

Color sensor: 0.25Lux at 1/60s, 0.013Lux at 1s B&W sensor: 0.05 Lux at 1/60s,

0.0025 Lux at 1/1s, MxLEO– MOBOTIX Lowlight Exposure Optimization

Sensitivity thermal image sensor

NETD typ. 50mK, <79mK, IR range 7.5 to 13.5μm Range of temperature measuring: –40 to +550°C/–40 to +1,022°F

Image sensor MX sensor module

1/2.5" CMOS, 5MP (2592x1944 pixels), progressive scan

Image sensor Thermal image sensor

Uncooled microbolometer, 336x252 pixels

Max. image size MX sensor module

Color: 2048x1536 (QXGA) Black & White: 2048x1536 (QXGA)

Max. image size Thermal image sensor

Can be scaled up to 2048x1536 (QXGA), automatically scaled to size of MX sensor module

Max. image size with two sen

sor modules (dual image)

Color: 4096x1536 Black & White: 4096x1536

Image formats (independent of type, per-sensor setting)

2048x1536 (QXGA),

1920x1080 (Full HD), 1280x960 (MEGA),

1280x720 (HD), 1024x768, 800x600, 768x576 (D1-PAL),

704x576 (TV-PAL), 640x480, 384x288, 320x240, 160x120, custom formats

Max. frame rate M-JPEG MX sensor module (live/recording)

VGA: 30fps, MEGA: 10fps, QXGA: 4fps, 6MEGA: 2fps

Max. frame rate MxPEG MX sensor module (live/recording)

VGA: 30fps, MEGA: 30fps, QXGA: 20fps, 6MEGA: 8fps

Max. frame rate Thermal image sensor

9fps (when displaying thermal image sensor and MX sen

sor module, the overall frame rate of the camera is reduced to 9fps)

Image compression MxPEG, M-JPEG, JPEG, H.264 (SIP video only)

Internal DVR MicroSD slot including 4GB, max. 64GB

External video ring buer

Up to 4TB directly on NAS and PC/Server, no additional recording software required

Software (included) MxEasy video management software,

MxControlCenter control center software, MOBOTIX App for iOS devices version 5.0 and higher

M15D with two MX sen-

sor modules

(Day/Night/LPF)

M15D with one MX sen-

sor module

(Day/Night/LPF)

M15D-Thermal with one

add. MX sensor module

(Day/Night/LPF, optional)

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Technical Speciﬁcations M15D/M15D-Thermal

Image Processing

Backlight compensation, automatic white balance, image distortion correction, panorama correction, video sensors (video motion detection/MxActivitySensor), optional osetcolor/black & white display of thermal image sensor

Virtual PTZ Digital pan/tilt/zoom, continuous up to 8X

Alarm/events Video Motion detection, MxActivitySensor, external signals,

temperature sensor, PIR, microphone, shock detector, notiﬁcation via e-mail, FTP, IP telephony (VoIP, SIP), visual/ acoustic alarms, pre- and post-alarm images

Microphone and speaker Microphone and speaker integrated

Audio features Lip-synchronous audio, two-way communication, audio

recording

Interfaces

Ethernet 10/100, MiniUSB, MxBus; inputs/outputs and RS232 via accessories

Video telephony VoIP/SIP, two-way communication, remote controlling using

key codes, event notiﬁcation

Security User/group management, HTTPS/SSL, IP address ﬁlter, IEEE

802.1x, intrusion detection, digital image signature

Certiﬁcations EMV (EN55022, CISPR22, EN55024, EN61000-6-1/2,

FCCPart 15B, CFR47, AS/NZS3548)

Power supply Year-round Power-over-Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af);

PoE class variable (M15D-Thermal: class3 required)

Power consumption M15D-SEC: Typical <4.5W with 1sensor module, <5W

with 2sensor modules M15D-Thermal: Typical <5W with thermal image sensor, <5.5W with 1additional sensor module

Operating conditions IP66, –30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F,

max. humidity 90 to 100% (EN50155 chapter 12.2.5)

Shock resistance

IK06 (IEC62262/EN50102)

Dimensions M15D; M15D-Thermal

W x H x D with wall mount: 158 x 244 x 239mm; W x H x D with ceiling mount: 158 x 210 x 207mm

Weights M15D without sensor modules

Weight with wall mount: approx. 1,129g Weight with ceiling mount: approx. 1,078g

Weights M15D-Thermal without add. sensor module

Weight with wall mount: approx. 1,210g Weight with ceiling mount: approx. 1,160g

Dimensions/Weights sensor modules

L12: Ø x H: 43 x 45mm (installation dim.), weight 85g L25, L51: Ø x H: 43 x 57mm (installation dim.), weight 111g L38, L76, L160: Ø x H: 43 x 60mm (installation dim.), weight 122g

Standard Delivery Housing (high-resistance composite, PBT), white, shock-

resistant dome for

L12

sensor module, coated glass pane for all other MX sensor modules, protective Germanium cover for thermal image sensor (only M15D-Thermal), accessories for installation on wall and ceiling, Allen wrench, 50cm patch cable, manual, software, 4GB MicroSD card (installed)

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1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module)

Standard Delivery

Item Count Part Name

1.1 1 Camera housing with mainboard and wall mount (installed), without sensor modules and front element

1.2 1 Front element with additional sensors (installed)

1.3 2 Transport plugs (installed)

1.4 1 Dummy module (must be installed when using only one sensor module)

1.5 4 Inner housing cover (installed)

1.6 4 Stainless steel Allen screw with ﬂat head M4x8 for inner housing cover (installed)

1.7 2 Cable lock black with bayonet catch (Ethernet patch cable, USB, one mounted, one supplied)

1.8 2 Single wire plug, blue (MxBus, USB, mounted)

1.9 1 MicroSD card 4GB (installed)

Visit www.mobotix.com and go to Products > M15 AllroundDual. In the shopping basket, open the Product Congurator and use it to order the required parts (e.g., sensor modules).

1.1

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.8

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.6

1.9

1.2

1.5

M.5

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.6

M.7

M.8

M.10

M.11

M.4

1.15

1.19

1.16

1.17

M.9

1.18

1.13

1.14

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Standard Delivery

Item Count Part Name

1.10 1 Ethernet patch cable, 50cm/19.7in with sealing (installed)

1.11 2 Sensor module cable 15cm/6in (installed in camera)

1.12 1 I/O cable with red clips to front element 15cm/6in (installed)

1.13 1 Hinged ferrite for Ethernet cable (installed)

1.14 2 Hinged ferrite for sensor module cable (installed)

1.15 2 Rubber plug for covering mounting screws, white

1.16 3 Stainless steel Allen screw M6x30 (installed)

1.17 3 Stainless steel washer Ø 6.4mm (installed)

1.18 1 Stainless steel spring washer Ø 6.4mm (wall/ceiling mt, installed)

1.19 1 Stainless steel lock nut M6 (wall/ceiling mount, installed)

Mounting Supplies

M.1 4 Stainless steel washer Ø 6.4mm

M.2 4 Dowels 8mm

M.3 4 Stainless steel wood screw with hex head 6x50mm

M.4 1 Allen wrench 2.5mm

M.5 1 Allen wrench 5mm

M.6 1 Lens wrench (L12 lens, glass/ﬁlter insert, dome)

M.7 1 Module key (sensor module, focusing of lenses)

M.8 1 Rubber sealing for wall/ceiling mount, white

M.9 1 Ceiling mount for VarioFlex mount

M.10 4 Protection cover for screw, white

M.11 4 Security clip for sensor or blind modules, red

Design of the MOBOTIX M15

The Base module of the MOBOTIX M15 consists of the camera housing with VarioFlex mount (wall or ceiling) and the front element.

Key

LEDs

Sensor modules

VarioFlex Wall Mount

Microphone

Ext. temperature sensor

PIR sensor

Camera housing

LED default settings

1 Power (an), Error (ashes) 2 Recording (ashes)

To press a key, use a

paper clip for example,

but never use sharp

or pointed objects!

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Connections of the MOBOTIX M15

The MOBOTIX M15 has the following connections that are accessible once the housing has been opened (see

Section 2.2.2, «Opening the Camera Housing»

Only use the corresponding MOBOTIX cables with sealing ring when using the connec

tions of the M15 shown above:

• Ethernet patch cable: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10

• MiniUSB (straight/angled): MX-CBL-MU-EN-STR-05/2/5

• MiniUSB to USB-A (angled to USB socket): MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5

Sensor module

cable

MiniUSB

MxBus

Ethernet patch cable

I/O cable to front

element (red clips

and seals)

Only use cables with

angled plugs inside

the housing of the M15 (exceptions: patch cables, MxBus connection wires)!

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1.3.2 M15D-Thermal Model Variant

The delivered parts of the M15D-Thermal are slightly dierent from those of the

M15 Core

(see

Section 1.3.1, «M15 Core (Base Module)»

Changes in the Delivery of the M15D-Thermal

Item Count Part Name

1.2 1 Front element with one thermal image sensor (right) and additional sensors (installed)

1.14 1 Hinged ferrite for sensor module cable (installed)

Mounting Supplies

M.11 2 Security clip for sensor or blind modules, red

1.1

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.8

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.6

1.9

1.2

1.5

M.5

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.6

M.7

M.8

M.10

M.11

M.4

1.15

1.19

1.16

1.17

M.9

1.18

1.13

1.14

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Dimensions of the M15 with Wall MountThe drilling templates

can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

158mm/6.22in

106mm/4.17in

244mm/9.6in

199mm/7.84in

239mm/9.41in

106mm/4.17in

244mm/9.6in

199mm/7.84in

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Dimensions of the M15 with Ceiling Mount The drilling templates

can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

158mm/6.22in

106mm/4.17in

210mm/8.27in

199mm/7.84in

207mm/8.15in

106mm/4.17in

210mm/8.27in

199mm/7.84in

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1.3.3 L12 Sensor Module

Item Number Part Name

2.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

2.2 1 L12 lens (installed)

2.3 1 Dome (installed)

2.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

2.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

2.6 1 Nut (plastic; not used when installing in M15)

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.2

2.6

2.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs (deactivated)

Microphone (deactivated)

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Sensor module

housingl

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

30mm/1.2in

58mm/2.3in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 85g

weight with lock ring: 91g

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1.3.4 L25, L51 Sensor Modules

Item Number Part Name

3.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

3.2 1 L25/L51 lens (installed)

3.3 1 Protective glass insert with coated glass (installed)

3.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

3.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

3.6 1 Nut (plastic; not used when installing in M15)

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

3.6

3.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs (deactivated)

Microphone (deactivated)

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Diam. 43mm/1.7int

Sensor module

housing

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

45mm/1.77in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 111g

weight with lock ring: 117g

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1.3.5 L38, L76, L160 Sensor Modules

Item Number Part Name

4.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

4.2 1 L38/L76/L160 lens (installed)

4.3 1 Protective glass insert with coated glass (installed)

4.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

4.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

4.6 1 Nut (plastic; not used when installing in M15)

4.1

4.4

4.5

4.2

4.6

4.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs (deactivated)

Microphone (deactivated)

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Sensor module

housing

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

48mm/1.89in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 122g

weight with lock ring: 128g

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1.3.6 M15D Kits “Day/Night”

In order to facilitate the installation, you also order the M15 as complete kit with one day and one night lens of the same focal lengths.

Available Combinations of Sensor Modules

• D25 – N25

• D38 – N38

• D51 – N51

• D76 – N76

• D160 – N160

Example: M15D Complete Kit with 38mm Focal Length

Advantages of M15D-Thermal Kits

• Weatherproof day/night camera for 24/7 operation with two image sensors.

• Mechanical theft protection of the sensor modules inside the housing, pre-installed at the factory.

• Simpliﬁed ordering of an entire M15D with only one order number.

• Environment-friendly, since less packaging is used for shipping the camera.

• Maintains the full ﬂexibility of the M15D platform system, since the camera’s sensor modules are easily exchanged against other modules (on-site by the user, for example).

MX-M15D-Sec-DNight-D38N38

Night lens with 38mm focal length (black & white)

Day lens with 38mm focal

length (color)

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1.4 Available Accessories

1.4.1 Polarization Filter

Order no: MX-SM-OPT-POL

The polarization ﬁlter can suppress annoying reﬂec

tions and thus enhances recognizability of persons behind windshields, for example. This ﬁlter replaces the protective glass insert into the corresponding sensor module (note that this ﬁlter

cannot

be used in L12 sensor modules). Use the blue lens wrench (M.6) to rotate the polarization ﬁlter and to adjust its orientation (see

Section 3.3.3, «Inserting a Filter»

). Due to its nature, this ﬁlter reduces the amount of light that enters the lens by approximately 50%. The red sealing ring distinguishes this ﬁlter from other ﬁlters and the protective lens insert.

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight)

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-STR-05/2/5 (angled/straight)

The MOBOTIX MX-232-IO-Box can be connected directly to the M15 with this cable, which is up to ﬁve meters long.

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled)

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-EN-PG-05/2/5 (angled/angled)

The MOBOTIX ExtIO can be connected directly to the M15 with this cable, which is up to ﬁve meters long.

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5

USB-based storage media (for example, USB hard drives) can be connected directly to the M15 with this cable, which is up to ﬁve meters long.

Only cables with angled plugs can be used for the M15

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1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch

Order no.: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10 (length: 1m/2m/5m/10m)

The MOBOTIX-developed special cable can be installed in a waterproof manner and has an integrated sealing gasket. Every M15 ships with a 0.5-m-long cable as standard, which can be exchanged for a patch cable up to 10m in length.

1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set

Order no.: MX-NPA-PoE-EU and MX-NPA-PoE-INT (Version EU and Version INT) Order no.: MX-CBL-NPA-BAT-2 (battery cable for mobile voltage sources)

This is a multi-functional PoE injector according to the IEEE

802.3af standard –with three connectors (for network, camera/PoE device, PC), universal power supply unit with interchangeable adapter plugs and crossover function. The NPA-PoE-Set connects and remotely supplies a M15 with power via an Ethernet cable up to 100m/328ft in length. The blue adapter can also be connected to mobile voltage sources from 12 to 57V DC by means of an additionally available battery cable. The “EU” ver

sion of the NPA-PoE-Set is supplied as standard with a European adapter, while the “INT” version includes four adapters (EU, USA, UK, AUS).

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

Order no.: MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box-RJ45 Order no.: MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box-LSA

Weatherproof network connector (protection class IP65, –30 to +60°C/–22 to 140°F)

with surge protection of up

to 4 kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras

, ideal for replacing

the MX-Patch-Box.

At the same time, the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box provides a weatherproof connection of a camera’s patch cable to a network patch cable (

-RJ45

variant) or a network

installation cable (

-LSA

variant).

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1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box

Order no.: MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT

The MX-NPA-Box is a weatherproof PoE injector conforming to the IEEE 802.3af standard and is designed to connect to a MOBOTIX camera external voltage sources (12 to 57VDC).

The MX-NPA-Box is equipped with the Patch-Box’s weatherproof and extremely compact exterior housing (protection class IP65, –30 to +60°C/–22 to 140°F), which means it can also be installed in the space of the Outdoor Wall Mount. Interfaces of the MX-NPA-Box: Camera via patch cable, Ethernet via LSA+ and external power supply via terminal connector (12 to 57VDC possible).

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box

Order no.: MX-OPT-GPS1-EXT

This box primarily serves as a high-precision time source for systems without an Internet connection. The IT and SEC models additionally provide triggering of GPS-based events (reaching or moving away from a speciﬁed posi

tion; exceeding or not reaching a speciﬁed speed). The MX-GPS-Box can be connected as an add-on module to all MOBOTIX cameras with an MxBus interface.

The MX-GPS-Box is equipped with the same compact housing as the other interface boxes (protection class IP65, –30 to +60°C/–22 to 140°F). This interface box should not be installed inside of other wall mounts, but on the exterior of the building with a large section of open sky above it. This ensures the best possible reception from GPS satellites and thereby the highest possible accuracy of the received GPS data. The maximum length of the MxBus wiring (0.8mm diameter wires) is 50m/55yd.

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box

Order no.: MX-OPT-RS1-EXT

This box provides the signal inputs and outputs as well as the RS232 (serial) interface. It replaces the connections that were handled on the older camera models via a D-Sub 15-HD connector. The MX-232-IO-Box (protection class IP65, –30 to +60°C/–22 to 140°F) can be attached to all MOBOTIX cameras with an MxBus or USB interface. The maximum length of the MxBus wiring (0.8mm diameter wires) is 50m/55yd. If the MiniUSB connector is used, the maximum cable length is 5m/16ft.

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1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module

Order no.: MX-ExtIO

The device, which is suitable both for on-wall and in-wall installations, contains a powerful speaker, microphone, infrared motion sensor, ambient temperature sensor, two input and two output contacts and two illuminated keys. It is ideal for door communication, elevators, access control systems, etc. The ExtIO is suitable for use as direct connection to the M15 via a MiniUSB cable (max. 5m), which can be ordered separately, or as a network connection via the PoE switch.

1.4.12 Mx2wire+ Media Converter

Order no.: MX-2wirePlus-Set-PW

The Mx2wire+ system allows an Ethernet network with PoE to be set up via two-wire cables, which saves users from having to lay several hundred meters of Ethernet cable. For example, an existing two-wire cable of an analog video camera can be reused to connect a high-resolution and modern IP network camera. Mx2wire+ is delivered in the standard wall outlet frame in dierent designs; however, it can also be used with the available on-wall socket that is included.

1.4.13 Mounting Interface Boxes Beneath the VarioFlex Wall Mount

Signal input/output

RS232

GPS time and posi-

tion information

Ext. power supply (e.g., solar panel)

Overvoltage protection

+network connector

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If the VarioFlex

wall mount

is used, you can easily install an interface box beneath the foot of the wall mount. Find the drilling template for this task at the end of the manual.

Note that this is not possible when using the

ceiling mount

1.4.14 Other Accessories

Since the range of accessories for the MOBOTIX system keeps growing, you should visit the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com in the Products> Accessories section to see the entire list of available accessories.

THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS

MOBOTIX

Support on the MOBOTIX Website

www.mobotix.com/other/Support

The MOBOTIX Video Tutorials

www.mobotix.com/other/Support/Tutorials

Seminars on MOBOTIX Campus

www.mobotix.com/other/Partners/Seminars

The MOBOTIX YouTube Channel

www.youtube.com/MOBOTIXAG

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1.5 MOBOTIX Sof tware

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware)

MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in ﬁrmware whose functions are accessed by the MOBOTIX remote stations MxControlCenter, MxEasy and MOBOTIX App.

The M15 models therefore also feature a variety of functions that are integrated in the ﬁrmware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notiﬁcation via video IP telephony. The virtual PTZ functions allow you to continuously zoom into or out of a MOBOTIX camera image using either the mouse wheel or a joystick.

When recording image or video sequences, you can choose to store either the section of the live image that is visible or the full sensor image (full image storage). This also allows you to examine parts of an image or video that had not been visible in the live image section on display at the time of the recording.

Unlike in the camera systems from other manufacturers, there is no need to buy and install additional software on your computer thanks to the MOBOTIX ﬁrmware that can be accessed directly in a web browser via the camera IP address. Instead of using a web browser, you can also download the free MxControlCenter or MxEasy video manage

ment software from the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com > Support) to quickly display multiple cameras on one monitor or on an entire video wall, switch alarms with sound or conveniently search for an event. The MOBOTIX App for iOS devices (iPhone, iPad, iPad mini, iPod touch) is also available free of charge from the App Store for your mobile applications (from Version 5.0).

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.2 MxControlCenter

The MxControlCenter video management software can be used to combine any number of cameras at any locations into a well-structured and powerful video security system with centralized or local access-protected operation and analysis.

The state-of-the-art software, speciﬁcally tailored to support high-resolution MOBOTIX network cameras, provides a user-friendly user interface and camera image display, convenient video search functions, eective alarm handling, automatic camera integra

tion, video storage on ﬁle servers as well as useful conﬁguration and update wizards.

MxControlCenter– Professional Video Management

•

Proven worldwide in the most demanding video applications thousands of times over

• Unlimited number of users and cameras, no license fees

• Individual user interface, adaptable to each individual user

• Simple installation and complete use on any standard PC

• Convenient layout editor for integrating real ﬂoor plans

• Integration of conventional network and analog cameras as well

• For Microsoft Windows

Several hundred cameras can be managed

on a standard PC

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.3 MxEasy

MxEasy makes it simple to operate the most important functions of the camera thanks to its intuitive user interface and represents a new approach to viewing and controlling MOBOTIX cameras. The clear design allows you to manage up to 16 cameras, and the application can show up to four cameras at the same time.

All settings selected in MxEasy (for example, virtual camera position, zoom, brightness, volume, microphone sensitivity, image storage, signal outputs) can be used immediately and are stored instantly in the conﬁguration of the corresponding camera. The calendar functions integrated in the Alarm Planner provide an innovative tool for the scheduled settings of one or more cameras. This tool not only controls video and sound recording based on certain time and date information, but also allows features like video motion detection, image brightness and the microphone to be activated/deactivated based on a date and time schedule.

MxEasy – Simple Operation of the Most Important Camera Functions:

• Cameras can be installed without any knowledge of networks

• Supports up to 16 MOBOTIX cameras

• Time- or event-controlled recording

• Time-controlled motion detection, image brightness and microphone

• For Microsoft Windows and Mac OSX

Suitable for up to 16 MOBOTIX cameras

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.4 MOBOTIX App

Premium solution: There for you whenever and wherever you need it, the MOBOTIX App

serves as the perfect mobile remote station that uses intelligent detailed solutions to increase security and convenience for users on a daily basis. The controls are optimized for use with touchscreen devices and feature three main views (Live, Player, Events), selfexplanatory symbols, large softbuttons, multifunctional sliders developed by MOBOTIX as well as simple gestures like swipe and tap, making it easy for newcomers and older users to work with professional security equipment. In addition, using mobile devices to operate the various functions such as door opening, activating the voice mailbox, switching the door bell o at night and switching a light on/o, creates added value in the form of greater convenience and security in every day life.

MOBOTIX App – Mobile Remote Station for MOBOTIX Cameras and Door Stations

• Bandwidth-optimized remote access via WLAN (Wi-Fi) or the Internet

• Live images and recordings in the best MOBOTIX HiRes quality

• Two-way communication, door opening and video mailbox access

• Doorbell and alarm notiﬁcations, protection of privacy

• Convenient search functions, playback of external MxPEG videos

• Grouping of cameras and ﬁltering of events

• Free from the App Store for the iPad, iPad mini, iPhone and iPod touch

Free download from the App Store

No license fees Free updates

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2 INSTALLATION

The MOBOTIX M15 has been designed to be mounted on walls and ceilings. It can also be installed on a mounting pole using the appropriate MOBOTIX accessories. The dierent installation options are described in

Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount»

and the following sections, while the drilling templates are included at the end of the manual.

2.1 Preparing the Installation

Before installing the MOBOTIX M15, the following questions should be answered:

1. Where will the camera be installed?

2. What other additional installation options are available?

3. How is the camera connected to the network and how is the power supplied?

4. How are the connections furnished from the building?

5. What cabling considerations are necessary?

The following sections in this chapter should answer all these questions. If anything is unclear or you have more questions, please contact your MOBOTIX partner or MOBOTIX Support directly. Contact information can be found at www.mobotix.com under Support.

2.1.1 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole

Like all MOBOTIX cameras, the M15 is extremely ﬂexible in terms of how and where it can be installed. An M15 can be used for both indoor and outdoor applications: in ﬁxed or mobile applications – constantly changing locations or in/on vehicles of any kind. The M15 cameras have been certiﬁed weatherproof according to IP66 IP66 and can work reliably in temperature ranges from –30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F without heating or fan. A practical weather and sun protective cover is integrated into the extremely resistant housing, which is made of UV-resistant special-purpose plastic.

Thanks to the camera’s unique VarioFlex mounting system (supplied as standard), the M15 camera can be installed quickly and easily on any wall, ceiling or even a round pole of up to 18cm in diameter (when combined with the stainless steel pole mount). The VarioFlex mounting system allows a wide range in both the horizontal and vertical directions (rotating and tilting) to enable precise adjustment to suit the area to be monitored. The mount also ﬁts directly over in-wall sockets (without the frame) and MOBOTIX interface boxes to fully conceal the cable, thus improving the security of the installation.

Signal input/output

RS232

GPS time and posi-

tion information

Ext. power supply (e.g., solar panel)

Overvoltage protection

+network connector

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The VarioFlex mount consists of a central joint, which is directly screwed into place with the M15 housing, and a wall and ceiling mount, which is fastened to the central joint with just one screw. In addition to being easy to install, the VarioFlex mount enjoys the advantage of featuring completely concealed cabling and high impermeability to water and dust (IP66). Wall and ceiling mounts are designed such that they can be installed over conventional in-wall sockets (without the frame) or cavity sockets and conceal them completely. A MOBOTIX interface box can be integrated in the wall mount.

Make sure that you have found the best camera position before installing the camera. It is important that the camera’s ﬁeld of view is not obstructed in any way. Once the camera has been installed on a wall or ceiling, you can ﬁne-tune its position. If the monitored area changes or the camera has to be installed in a dierent location, it is easy to exchange the camera’s sensor modules and continue using the camera, without having to upgrade to new video software.

360°

Ceiling installation

Weather protection

Ceiling mount

-60°

+20°

Wall installation

Wall mount

Central joint

Tilting the camera when installed on a wall

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: -60° to +20°

Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling

• Horizontal: 360°

• Vertical: -90° to +17°

Space for RJ45 in-wall socket/concealed cabling

VarioFlex wall mount with protected cabling and cover for in-wall sockets and MOBOTIX interface boxes

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Wall Installation

The M15 can be installed on the wall of a building or structures, even mobile surfaces, for both indoor and outdoor use. The camera is mounted using the pre-installed VarioFlex mount (supplied as standard), which is easily secured using the four enclosed screws and screw anchors (depending on the surface, it can also be mounted without screw anchors directly over the in-wall socket). The Ethernet connection cable of the camera has already been guided through the mount and simply needs to be connected with the network cable on-site (for example, using the MX-Patch-Box). By adjusting the VarioFlex mount as required, the captured image area can be precisely adjusted to the desired practical application. The camera can be turned or tilted 180° horizontally and 80°

vertically (from -60° to +20°).

Ceiling Installation

By exchanging the wall mount for the separately supplied ceiling mount, the M15 is ready to be installed on ceilings in just a few easy steps thanks to the VarioFlex system. This installation option is of particular beneﬁt when monitoring rectangular rooms with a single camera. In such cases, the L25 sensor module with Super Wide-Angle lens allows the room to be monitored almost entirely by an M15 installed on the ceiling in one of the corners. Using the PTZ software, you can easily zoom in on image details in either the live image or the recording. The camera can be turned or tilted 360° horizontally and

107° vertically (from -90° to +17°).

-60°

+20°

Wall installation

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: -60° to +20°

360°

Ceiling installation

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Installing on a Pole (With Accessories)

Installation on round poles is frequently used for cameras that are intended for mobile outdoor use (for example, surveillance of construction sites). For this purpose, MOBOTIX recommends using the pole mount, which is available for the M15 as an accessory and is almost indestructible (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS). This pole mount is made from rustproof stainless steel with a white coating and is used in combination with the pre-installed VarioFlex mount supplied as standard with the wall mount.

Poles with a diameter between 60and 180mm can be used. It is particularly advisable to use cavity (metal) poles, in which the network cable is not visible and can be protected from attacks. For more detailed information on the installation process, see

Section 2.2,

«First Installation Steps»

. The drilling templates are at the end of the manual.

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules

The camera must be correctly positioned on the wall or ceiling in order to be able to use the high-resolution hemispheric image display options of the M15 with L12 sensor module(s). The entire hemisphere of the room in front of the camera is then eectively monitored.

High-Resolution Panorama Images

The M15 with L12 sensor module(s) is primarily suited to providing an excellent overview in the form of a high-resolution panorama image, and less suitable for more exact

details. For active operation, the camera should be installed at an (out of direct reach)

height ranging from 2.5m to 3.5m. People, for example, may be identiﬁed very well at distances of up to 1.5m and with sucient detail at up to 3m. Objects can be detected

even at distances of 5m and more from the camera. During installation, ensure that the camera is focused on the most important areas of the room as directly as possible in order to optimize image quality and provide the desired level of detail recognition. This applies above all to wall and ceiling installations that must be carried out at greater heights for technical or other reasons (over doors, windows, etc.). The lens capabilities can be only fully utilized by tilting the camera appropriately.

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Allround View

A single M15 sensor module can monitor an entire room right into each of the four corners (360° Panorama View) thanks to its hemispheric lens. The camera should ideally be positioned on the ceiling in the center of the room. Rooms with a square ﬂoor area of up to approx. 40m² generally allow the recognition of detail even at the bor

ders of the full image. Rooms with up to 100m² of ﬂoor area can be monitored using one single camera if you only want to monitor speciﬁc objects or to know if persons enter a room.

1,50m

3m

2,50m – 3,50m

5m

Identiﬁcation Detection Perception

Camera focus (best image quality)

MOBOTIX recommendation

MOBOTIX original 180° Panorama image (L12 sensor module)

2,50m – 3,50m

Installation in the middle of the wall

The image quality (precision) diminishes as the

distance of an object to the camera focus point

increases: 1 very good, 2 good, 3 satisfactory

Capture of entire room

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Furthermore, the “camera view from top to bottom” can also be achieved by installing the camera on a wall or a pole at a tilt of 90°.

Note

Part of the captured image area is concealed behind the protective cover of the M15 housing, especially in the full image. For this reason, M15 cameras with L12 lens should be adjusted so that the concealed areas are not those that are supposed to be monitored. The concealed area can be completely removed from the image by panning/tilting/zooming the image using the virtual PTZ function.

Weatherproof housing visible in the

full image

Panning/tilting/zooming removes the area concealed by the weatherproof cover

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2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS

Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE Conforming to IEEE 802.3af)

All M15 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The PoE Adapter Set (MX-NPA-PoE-Set) may be used for smaller installations, or the weatherproof PoE injector MX-NPA-Box (MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT) may be used in outdoor scenarios. For larger installa

tions, we recommend investing in a PoE-capable supply device available on the market.

Section 2.7

contains more information on the possible combinations of connecting the

M15 and power supply options.

The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable is

100m. The Mx2wire+ media converter set (available as an accessory) can be used to

extend the range of an Ethernet connection up to 500m in length (maximum transmission speed for a 500-m cable: 45Mbps and 12W for the PoE device).

Note

The MOBOTIX M15 can be powered by switches or routers that support the PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) standard and conform to IEEE 802.3af.

Advantages of PoE power supply:

• Centralized backup power supply available via network

• Lower, more cost-eective power consumption

• Camera does not require an additional network connection

The M15 supports Powerover-Ethernet according to IEEE 802.3af (PoE)

PoE adapter

MX-NPA-PoE

PC or Power

LAN or Power

Camera

The PoE adapter replaces the crossover cable when directly connecting to a computer

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Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)

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

When using a more powerful 19” rack-mounted UPS, you can also protect all other network components (for example, switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.).

Since MOBOTIX cameras do not require any heating, even during winter, the average power consumption of less than 5watts is very low. This, in turn, means that you can centralize the UPS-protected power supply by injecting power into the Ethernet cables (max. 100m). This kind of protected power supply can be used either with MOBOTIX PoE products (MX-NPA-PoE + Universal Power Supply) or with PoE-compliant switches according to IEEE 802.3af.

2.1.4 Providing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

Once the camera position, the position of the cable outlets and the method of power supply have been decided upon, the cabling can be installed. Before installing the MOBOTIX M15, you should make sure that the network connections have been thorougly tested so that the proper functioning of the camera is guaranteed.

If the camera is to be installed outdoors, you should also install the MOBOTIX MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box (optional accessory). This interface box not only provides

overvoltage protection of up to 4kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras

, it also provides simple

and weatherproof connection of the cameras to a network patch cable (

-RJ45

variant) or

a network installation cable (

-LSA

variant).

For additional information on the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, open the

Products>

Accessories> Interface Boxes

section on www.mobotix.com.

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

PoE switch

PC/server

RAID

UPS

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2.1.5 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 cameras are protected against the eects of small electrical surges by a range of measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur. Particular care should be taken when installing the camera outside to ensure proper protection against lightning, as this also protects the building and the entire network infrastructure.

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 tech

nology for preventing damages from electrical surges.

Wiring

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

•

Data cable: Make sure you only use double-shielded Cat5 or higher 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.

• Wire lengths: The cable segments must not exceed the maximum allowed cable lengths in order to ensure proper data transfer.

• 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 country-speciﬁc regulations (for example, VDE in Germany, IEEE in the U.S.) in eect on wiring and ﬁre prevention at the site of the installation.

Lightning and Surge Protection

In order to avoid damage to MOBOTIX cameras from overvoltages, you should always install the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box. This competitively priced and weatherproof network connector provides reliable protection against overvoltages of up to 4kV; the box is easily installed in the Outdoor Wall Mount, for example (see

Section 1.4.7, «MX-Overvoltage-

Protection-Box»

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2.2 First Installation Steps

2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits)

The MOBOTIX M15 cameras are delivered with a pre-assembled housing as M15 Core camera. The sensor modules (consisting of lens carrier, image sensor and lens) need be ordered separately. Upon delivery, the sensor module sockets in the front element are ﬁtted with transport plugs. When operating the camera, it needs to be ﬁtted either with sensor or blind modules. This closes o the front ele

ment and protects the camera against foreign objects, insects and water.

Caution

Only replace the sensor modules when the camera is disconnected from the power supply. Make sure the power supply to the camera is disconnected before installing or replacing sensor modules.

When installing the sensor modules, make sure that the sensor module cables and the patch cable are not damaged or bent sharply.

Using One or Two Sensor Modules

With an M15, you have the choice of using the camera with one or two sensor modules. Since the modules are easily exchanged, it is also possible to add a module or to use dierent ones later on.

Caution

Note that you must not operate the M15 with installed transport plugs, since the camera is not protected against the environments:

M15 with two transport

plugs:

No operation allowed!

M15 with one transport plug:

No operation allowed!

M15 with one blind module:

Unrestricted operation

(IP66)

Not required with M15D Kit (see

Section 1.3.6

)

L12 sensor module

L25, L38, L51, L76, L160 sensor

modules

MOBOTIX Tutorials:

http://www.mobotix.com/ other/Support/ Tutorials/

Transport plug

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Procedure

Prepare the sensor module

: Remove the plastic lock nut (this is not needed any more). Remove the bayonet catch by rotating it counter-clockwise, then remove the blue rubber plug.

Remove the transport plugs

: Gently pull the two transport plugs out of the sensor module sockets by lifting the rim of the plugs. Now pull the connectors of the sensor module cables out of the back of the transport plugs; take care not to damage the con

nectors or the cables.

Make sure that you do not

pull the sensor module cables out of the housing!

Connect sensor module cable

: Firmly push the sensor module cable into the module’s connector as shown in the ﬁgure.

Lock sensor module cable

: Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

Insert the sensor module

: Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering on the sensor module is at the “9 o’clock” position as shown in the ﬁgure.

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Lock the sensor module

: Using the black module wrench, turn the sensor module clockwise until it stops.

Repeat steps 3 to 6 for the second sensor module or the blind module, respectively.

Installing the blind module is a mandatory prerequisite when using the M15 as a mono camera with only one sensor module.

Caution

Note that the sensor modules are not yet protected against theft and unwanted rotation (e.g., due to vibration). In such a case, it is

highly recom-

mended to install the security clips (M.11)

•

Section 2.2.2, «Opening the Camera Housing»

•

Section 2.2.3, «Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not Required for M15D Kits)»

•

Section 2.2.8, «Closing the Camera Housing»

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing

The following tasks require opening the camera housing and removing the front element of the M15 in order to get to the interior of the M15:

• Inserting security clips at the sensor module or the blind module, respectively.

• Exchanging the MOBOTIX Ethernet patch cable against a longer MOBOTIX patch cable.

• Connecting an MxBus two-wire cable in order to attach MxBus extension modules (e.g., the

«MX-GPS-Box»

•

Connecting a MOBOTIX USB cable in order to attach external data storage devices or an

«MX-232-IO-

Box»

•

Exchanging the pre-installed SD card (4GB) against a larger one or as preventive maintenance measure (see

Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording»

Blind module

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Procedure

1. Place the camera face-down on a clean and dry surface.

2. Remove the two rubber plugs at the back of the camera housing.

3. Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, loosen the two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Leave the bolts and washers in the camera housing.

4. Using the Allen wrench,

cautiously

push from

behind

in an alternating fashion

onto the left and the right bolt (red arrow in upper ﬁgure) and push the front element out of the front of the housing.

Tilt the front element forward as shown in the ﬁgure.

2.2.3 Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not Required for M15D Kits)

The security clips are protecting the sensor modules or the blind module in the front element of the M15 against unwanted rotation (e.g., due to vibration when mounted on a pole or in an automotive scenario).

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.2

Insert the security clips:

To protect the modules against unwanted rotation insert the two red security clips at the insides of the sensor modules (as shown in the ﬁgure). Make sure that the security clips click into place as shown in the image detail.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

Remove rubber plugs at the back of the housing using small screwdriver

Not required with M15D Kit (see

Section 1.3.6

)

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2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules

Note that you only need to follow this procedure if the security clips (M11) have been installed. Since the sensor modules cannot be exchanged from the outside in such a case, you need to remove the front element, replace the sensor modules and install the front element again. If no security clips have been installed, you can exchange the sensor modules as described in

Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits)»

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.2

Remove the security clips

: The sensor or blind modules may have been protected against unwanted rotation by applying the security clips. Push the top pf the security clip in the direction of the blue arrow (see ﬁgure in the side note) so that it can pass the notch and pull the clip upwards.

Remove the sensor module cable from the sensor or blind module:

The sensor module cables are secured using a special cable lock with bayonet catch. To remove the bayonet catch turn it counterclockwise until it gently snaps open. Take o the catch and pull out the cable.

Remove the sensor or blind module

: Set the black module wrench onto the sensor or blind module, so that the two notches lock into the two holes of the module (at the 12 and 6o’clock positions). Turn module wrench counter-clockwise by 90degrees until it stops.

Push the sensor or blind module out of its socket.

Prepare the new sensor module

: Remove the plastic lock nut (this is not needed any more). Remove the bayonet catch by rotating it counterclockwise, then remove the blue rubber plug.

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Connect the sensor module cable to the sensor module

: Guide the cable through the opening in the front element and ﬁrmly push the sensor module cable into the connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

Insert the sensor module:

Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering on the sensor module is at the “9 o’clock” position as shown in the ﬁgure. Using the black module wrench, turn the sensor module clockwise until it stops.

Insert the security clips:

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable

If you want to replace the pre-installed MOBOTIX patch cable (0.5m/20in) by a longer one, make sure that you only use genuine MOBOTIX cables (see

Section 1.4.5, «Ethernet

Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch»

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.2

Remove the patch cable

: Turn the bayonet catch of the patch cable at the inner housing cover (red circle in ﬁgure) counter-clockwise and remove the catch.

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Remove hinged ferrite and pull out cable

: Remove the hinged ferrite from the patch cable by cautiously opening the two latches with a small screw driver. Gently pull the patch cable out of the housing (you may have to remove the foot of the wall mount to be able to do this).

Attach ferrite at the new patch cable

: Attach the hinged ferrite at the new patch cable, leaving a space of exactly 70mm/2.8in between the sealing of the plug and the ferrite.

Guide the patch cable into the housing

: Guide the new cable from the front through the cable guide in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see ﬁgure). Reinstall the foot of the wall mount if you removed it in step3.

Connect the patch cable

: Insert the plug of the Ethernet cable into the appropriate connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

7. Make sure that the hinged ferrite rests between the inner housing cover and the cable guide at the top of the housing as shown.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

70mm/2.8in

In order to ensure the weatherproofness of the M15, make sure that you only use genuine MOBOTIX patch cables!

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2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable

Using the USB plug (red circle in ﬁgure), you can attach existing expansion modules, such as the MOBOTIX ExtIO (USB), the MX-232-IO-Box or external USB hard drives to the camera in a weatherproof and well-protected manner.

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.2

Remove the single wire plug

: Remove the blue

single wire plug (red circle in ﬁgure).

Guide the USB cable through the housing

: Guide the cable from the front through the cable guide in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see ﬁgure).

Connect the USB cable

: Insert the MiniUSB plug into the appropriate connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

Only use USB cables with angled plugs for connecting USB cables to the M15!

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2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable

You can use such a cable to connect additional MOBOTIX modules (e.g., the MX-GPS-Box or the MX-232-IO-Box) to the M15.

Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having two wires) to the MxBus connector (red circle in ﬁgure). Take care not to switch the polarity of the wires. It is recommended to use the same wire color for +/– for the entire MxBus system (e.g., red= +, blue= –).

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.2

Prepare the MxBus wires

: Remove the blue single wire plug. Strip 5mm (1/5in) of insulation from the wire ends, then push each wire into one of the four holes in the single wire plug (this prevents humidity from entering the camera).

Connect MxBus wires:

Push back the blue single wire plug so that you can easily attach the MxBus wires. Attach the MxBus wires by ﬁrmly pushing the wires into the corresponding connectors. Carefully press the single wire plug into the connector socket and twist the MxBus wire pairs.

If you need to remove one of the wires, you need to unlock the connector by pressing on the orangecolored area using a small screwdriver, then pull out the wire.

Guide the MxBus cable out of the housing

: Guide the cable from the front through the cable guide in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see ﬁgure).

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

The length of the entire MxBus wiring must not exceed 50 m/55 yd.

Single-wire plug

MxBus connector

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Notes

After you have connected an MxBus module, you need to activate it in the camera's browser interface (Admin Menu > Manage Hardware Expansions or Manage

MxBus Modules, respectively).

2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing

Once you have completed the tasks in the interior of the M15, you need to reassemble the front element of the M15. Make sure that you are reconnecting all plugs as shown in the ﬁgure if you removed any of them:

Procedure

1. Before inserting the front element, make sure that the sensor module cables of both image sensors are running at the inside of the screw bore (see red arrow).

The sensor cables must not run along

the outside of the screw bores (see ﬁgure below)!

Sensor module cable

right

Sensor module cable left

I/O cable to front element (red clips!)

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2. Place the camera on its right side (as seen by the camera) as shown. Push the cable of the left sensor module under the retaining lug at the screw bore (red circle in detail ﬁgure)

Caution

When inserting the front element, the sensor cables must not come between the guides at the side of the housing, since this will destroy the cables!

3. Push the front element into the housing and make sure that the sensor module cable remains under the retaining lug (red circle in detail image).

4. Continue to push the front element into the hous

ing, then evenly press the front element into the housing at the spots indicated by the red arrows.

5. Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, tighten the two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Push the two rubber plugs back into the opening of the screws to prevent humidity and dirt from entering the camera.

Do not forget to apply rubber plugs at the back of the housing!

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2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount

The M15 is an allround camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The camera must always be installed with the VarioFlex mount, which has been prepared at the factory for wall mounting and allows the cabling to be concealed. The best camera position for the selected lens must be found before installing the camera on the wall (see

Section 2.1.1, «Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole»

and

Section 2.1.2, «Installing

the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»

). You can ﬁne-tune its position once the

camera has been installed on the wall.

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount

Using the VarioFlex wall mount, the camera can be precisely panned, both horizontally and vertically, to suit the area that is to be monitored.

When installed on a wall, the camera can be turned or tilted as follows:

• horizontally: 180°

• vertically: 80°

Tilting the camera when installed on a wall:

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

-60°

+20°

180°

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In order to ensure a ﬂush ﬁnish with the surface, connect the camera patch cable to the network cable using a standard adapter that is protected in the wall mount or a MX-Patch-Box that can easily be inserted into the cavity socket of the wall mount (VarioFlex mount). For more information on the MX-Patch-Box, please visit www.mobotix.com and go to the Products> Accessories> Interface Boxes section. It is also possible to install an in-wall socket with RJ45 connector. When doing so, make sure that the in-wall socket is placed as high up in the wall mount housing as possible.

When installing on-wall cabling, breaking out one of the four possible openings in the base of the wall mount with a pliers will ensure that the cables can be fed neatly into the camera. The connection to the camera patch cable can be established using a suitable adapter within the wall mount.

Caution: If using the camera outdoors, only use the opening at the bottom of the mount to prevent water from entering the mount!

MX-Patch-Box in the wall mount

Wall seal In-wall socket Wall mount

Camera patch cable

Pliers to break through a cable guide

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Procedure

1. Install and prepare the network connection: The pre-installed patch cable attached to the camera must be connected with the on-site network cable. The connection can either be established using an installed in-wall socket with RJ45 connector or, in the case of a protruding network or patch cable, using the MX-Patch-Box. In both cases, the con

nection is well protected and is neither accessible nor visible from the outside.

Drill the holes: Use the supplied drilling template for the camera (found at the end of the manual or, if used, the extended drilling template included in the MX-Patch-Box package). Drill the holes for the supplied screw anchors. Screw anchors do not have to be ﬁtted if the surface is made of wood. To secure the mount, the supplied stainless steel hex head screws will be screwed directly into the surface later on. You should start with a 2-mm drill bit, for example (drilling depth just slightly less than screw length), in order to facilitate screwing in wood.

3. Attach wall seal: Place the white rubber sealing ring with the groove on the edge of the wall mount.

4. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable to the camera patch cable using an adapter or insert the patch cable into the RJ45 outlet. Take note of the installation manual included in the package when using a MX-Patch-Box. All manu

als can be downloaded and printed (as PDF ﬁles) from the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com) in the Support> Manuals section. Make sure that the cables are not bent or squashed.

Interface Box

M15 Wall Mount

No screw anchors are required for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing possible, for example, with shrink tubing

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5. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the drill holes and hold it against the wall. Then use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate wrench. Do not overtighten the screws as this may damage the plastic mount. Check that the screws are securely in place and place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in

Section 3.3

6. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean soft cotton cloth for optimal image results.

7. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the camera as described in

Section 3.1, «Manual

and Automatic Operation– Overview»

and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

ceiling mount

must always be used for

ceiling installation

(see

Section «Ceiling Installation»

Screw caps for lock screws

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2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount

The M15 is an allround camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The camera is always installed together with the VarioFlex mount, which is shipped as a wall mount, but can be converted to a ceiling mount in just a few steps. The best camera position for the selected lens must be found before installing the camera on a ceiling, an overhang or balcony (see

Section 2.1.1, «Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole»

and

Section 2.1.2,

«Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»

). You can ﬁne-tune its position

once the camera has been installed on the ceiling.

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount

Using the VarioFlex ceiling mount, the camera can be precisely panned, both horizontally and vertically, to suit the area that is to be monitored.

When installed on a ceiling, the camera can be turned or tilted as follows:

• horizontally: 360°

• vertically: 107°

Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling

• Horizontal: 360°

• Vertical: 107°

-90°

+17°

360°

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In addition, a cavity or in-wall socket can be installed for the network cable protruding from the ceiling, which allows sucient space to use a standard adapter to connect the network cable with the camera patch cable.

When installing on-wall cabling, breaking out one of the four provided openings in the base of the ceiling mount will ensure that the cables can be fed neatly into the camera. The camera patch cable must be connected with the network cable using a suitably sealed adapter.

Cable connector

Cavity socket

Wall seal

Standard adapter for cable connection

Additional sealing of the wall mount with silicone (on the wall seal) is recommended for use with uneven surfaces

Pliers to break through a cable guide

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Procedure

1. Convert to a ceiling mount: Simply remove the lock screw on the central joint and exchange the wall mount for the supplied ceiling mount. Before fastening the ceil

ing mount to the central joint (using the screw of the wall mount), the patch cable is guided through one of the four openings.

Install and prepare the network connection: Guide the pre-installed camera patch cable through one of the four openings in the ceiling mount (this will be connected later with the network cable using a suitable adapter, for example, in an existing cavity socket).

Drill the holes:Use the supplied drilling template for the camera (found at the end of the manual). Drill the holes for the supplied screw anchors. Screw anchors do not have to be ﬁtted if the surface is made of wood. To secure the mount, the supplied stainless steel hex head screws will be screwed directly into the surface later on. You should start with a 2-mm drill bit, for example (drilling depth just slightly less than screw length), in order to facilitate screwing in wood.

4. Attach ceiling seal: Place the white rubber seal with the groove on the edge of the ceiling mount.

Connect the cable: Connect camera patch cable via connector. Make sure that the cable is not bent or squashed.

No screw anchors are required for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing possible, for example, with shrink tubing

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6. Mount the camera: Place the ceiling mount over the drill holes, use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate screwdriver. Do not overtighten the screws as this may damage the plastic mount. Check that the screws are securely in place and place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in

Section 3.3

7. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean soft cotton cloth for optimal image results.

Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the camera as described in

Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview»

and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

wall mount

must always be used for

wall installation

(see

Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount»

Screw caps for lock screws

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2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories)

If you are intending to install the camera on a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX M15 pole mount. This 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 the mount to be attached to poles with diameters between 60mm and 180mm. By design, the pole mount does not allow the use of an in-wall socket. We recommend using an MX-Patch-Box that can be easily inserted into the cavity socket of the wall mount (VarioFlex mount) in order to ensure a weatherproof connection of the network devices. For more information on the MX-Patch-Box, please visit www.mobotix.com and go to the

Products>

Accessories> Interface Boxes

section.

The camera is always installed together with the VarioFlex mount, which is shipped as a wall mount, and can also be installed directly on the pole mount. The best cam

era position for the selected sensor module must be found before installing the camera (see

Section 2.2, «First

Installation Steps»

). You can ﬁne-tune its position once

the camera has been installed on the wall.

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2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS)

When mounted to a pole, the camera can be turned or tilted similar to wall installations:

• horizontally: 180°

• vertically: 80°

If the wall mount is rotated by 90degrees, you can also point the camera all the way down:

Pole Mount Dimensions

Tilting the camera when installed on a pole

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

-60°

+20°

180°

90°

-90°

+20°

Height: 174mm/6.85in

Width: 140mm/5.51in Depth: 45mm/1.77in

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Scope of Delivery and Required Parts

Please ﬁrst check that all the components supplied with the corner and pole mount set are present in the original packaging.

Item Number Part Name

5.1 1

Pole mount

5.2 4

Stainless steel hex head screws M6x20mm

5.3 4

Stainless steel hex head screws M6x35mm (not required)

5.4 8

Stainless steel washers

5.5 4

Stainless steel hex nuts M6

5.6 2

Stainless steel straps

The caps for the screws are also required here. These are included in the delivery of the M15 basic module (see

Section 1.3, «Delivered Parts and Dimensions»

, item M.10).

5.2

5.1

5.5

5.3

5.6

Screw caps for lock screws

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Procedure

Prepare the cable: Guide the on-site network cable from behind through the middle opening of the pole mount. Ideally, the cable should be guided directly from the pole into the cavity socket of the VarioFlex wall mount, where it is connected with the camera patch cable (concealed cabling) via an adapter (such as MX-Patch-Box).

Prepare the straps: Guide the two stainless steel straps through the pole mount. The pole must have a diameter between 60mm and 180mm.

3. Attach pole mount: Place the straps around the pole and tighten them using a screwdriver. If necessary, the ends of the straps can be cut o.

Attach rubber sealing ring: Place the white rubber sealing ring with the groove on the edge of the wall mount.

5. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable to the camera patch cable using an adapter or insert the patch cable into the RJ45 outlet. Take note of the installation manual included in the package when using a MX-Patch-Box. All manuals can be downloaded and printed (as PDF ﬁles) from the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com) in the Support> Manuals sec- tion. Make sure that the cables are not bent or squashed.

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6. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the predrilled positions in the pole mount and tighten it using the supplied M6x25mm screws (item 1.2), washers (item 1.4) and M6 hex nuts (item 1.5). Place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in

Section 3.3

7. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean soft cotton cloth for optimal image results.

8. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the camera as described in

Section 3.1, «Manual

and Automatic Operation– Overview»

and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

wall mount

must always be used for

pole installation

. The

VarioFlex ceiling mount should not be used.

Screw caps for lock screws

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2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card

The camera must be taken down to remove, insert, or replace a MicroSD card in use. To avoid data loss, be sure to deactivate MicroSD card recording in the camera software and reboot the MOBOTIX camera before removing the card.

Caution

A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated recording to the SD card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead to data loss! Make sure that the card is not write-protected!

Procedure

Deactivate recording

: Recording to the SD card must be deactivated (Admin Menu>

Storage on External File Server/Flash Device). If the MicroSD card recording is still

active, deactivate recording, reboot the camera and then disconnect its power supply. For more information, see

Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording»

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing as described in

Section 2.2.2

Remove connection cable from the inner cover of the housing

: Remove the connector of the sensor cable and the I/O cable (red clips) after opening the clip catches. Remove Ethernet cable and any connected MiniUSB cable after opening the bayonet catch. Remove MxBus cables. Make sure the front element with the sensor modules does not fall down.

Remove inner cover

: Remove the four lock screws on the inner lid (red arrow) using the supplied 2.5mm Allen wrench and carefully lift o the lid.

Make sure that the interconnections between the inner lid and the circuit board are not damaged when removing the inner lid.

The MicroSD card is located at the top in the center of the circuit board.

Make sure not to touch the circuit board when replacing the MicroSD card!

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Unlock MicroSD card: Carefully

slide the metal

latch to the right (using your ﬁngernail).

Remove the MicroSD card

: Lift the metal latch

upwards and to the right and remove the SD card.

Insert and lock the MicroSD card

: Insert the MicroSD card and close the metal latch. Gently slide the metal latch (using your ﬁngernail) back to the left to lock the MicroSD card.

Attach inner cover

: Attach inner cover, tighten Allen

screws and replace the connection cables.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in

Section 2.2.8

, then reconnect the

power supply.

10.

Activate recording

: If you have inserted a MicroSD card that has already been MxFFS formatted, you can activate recording under Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device. Once the camera has been rebooted, it automati

cally activates recording.

11.

Format MicroSD card

: If a new MicroSD card is used, it must be formatted before

use as described in

Section 3.5.2, «Formatting the MicroSD Card»

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2.7 Network and Power Connection

•

Power is supplied to the camera via the camera Ethernet connection (patch or installation cable). We recommend using a MOBOTIX PoE adapter or another similar high-quality PoE product to loop-in the power supply:

– One camera: with the PoE adapter (MX-NPA-PoE or MX-NPA-Box)

– Multiple cameras: with PoE products conforming to IEEE 802.3af (PoE switch)

• The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable is 100m.

• Make sure that you only use switches or routers that support the 10/100 Mbps network interface of the camera.

•

We highly recommend using uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to provide backup power.

• If you are using IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) Power-over-Ethernet network components to supply power to MOBOTIX cameras, make sure, if possible, 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.

Caution

Appliances with a maximum total power consumption of four watts may be connected to the MxBus connector

and

USB connector

if power is supplied to the

camera using PoE class 3

. If

PoE Class2

is used,

the power consumption of all

the connected appliances should not exceed one watt!

For information on changing the PoE class, see

Section 2.7.5, «Variable PoE»

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M15 with Patch Cables

Using a patch cable and an MX-Patch-Box or MX-NPA-Box oers the following advantages:

• Quick installation/deinstallation

• No shortening of the cable in the event of multiple installation/removal

• Hose-proof/dust-proof connection in accordance with IP66

Connection of additional devices with more than 1 W (via MxBus/USB): Max. ambient temperature +50°C/+122°F

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Connecting the Patch Cable to an MX-Patch-Box, MX-NPA-Box or Standard Network Port

First remove the blue bayonet catch and the blue sealing plug in the right-hand connector on the box to establish the network connection to an MX-Patch-Box or MX-NPA-Box. Then insert the MOBOTIX patch cable into the box and secure the cable using the bayonet catch.

More information on installing an

MX-Patch-Box

MX-NPA-

Box

is available at www.mobotix.com under Products>

Accessories > Interface Boxes.

Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the M15 into the network port for standard connections (only permitted in indoor areas).

If additional cables are required inside the housing, they must be connected as described in

Section 2.2.6, «Connecting a USB Cable»

and

Section 2.2.7, «Connecting a Two-Wire

MxBus Cable»

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch

1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of the PoE adapter.

2. Connect the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet connector of the switch/router or the Ethernet port.

3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the PC/Power connector of the PoE adapter.

Patch cable

IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example

For the M15 you should use the blue MX-NPAPoE-Set or the MX-NPABox – previous MOBOTIX

network power accessories, such as the NPA-Set, Power-Box and Power-Rack (MX-NPASet, MX-NPR-4 and MX-NPR8/20) are not suitable for use with the M15

Switch/router

PoE adapter

(MX-NPA-PoE)

Power supply

LAN/www

(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

LAN/Power

PC/Power

Camera

RJ45

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2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer

1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of the PoE adapter.

2. Connect the PC/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet port of the computer.

3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter.

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products

Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to a PoE port of the PoE switch/ router. The switch/router must support the PoE standards IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at.

IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example

PoE adapter

(MX-NPA-PoE)

Power supply

(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)

LAN/Power

PC/Power

Camera

RJ45

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

The PoE adapter replaces the crossover cable when directly connecting to a computer

For the M15 you should use the blue MX-NPAPoE-Set or the MX-NPABox – previous MOBOTIX

network power accessories, such as the NPA-Set, Power-Box and Power-Rack (MX-NPASet, MX-NPR-4 and MX-NPR8/20) are not suitable for use with the M15!

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)

PoE/PoE+ switch/

router

LAN/www

IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example

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2.7.5 Variable PoE

The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any peripheral devices connected (see table). PoE classes 1, 2 or 3 may be selected in the browser-based user interface in order to optimally adjust the camera to your system design (PoE switch in use, emergency power concept, etc.).

PoE Power Level Classes (IEEE802.3af standard)

Class Max. power consumption Camera operating mode and peripheral devices

1 0.44W–3.84W

LowPower mode; no peripheral devices (available soon)

2 3.84W–6.49W

Normal mode; max. 1W for MxBus peripheral devices

3 6.49W–12.95W

FullPower mode; max. 2.5W for MxBus peripheral devices (for example, MX-GPS-Box and MX-232IO-Box to MxBus), max. 4W for peripheral devices to MxBus and USB interface

Caution

If the total power consumption of the camera and peripheral devices exceeds the power provided by the PoE switch for the speciﬁed class, the switch can disconnect the camera from the power supply.

In this case, the camera will only be accessible again once the peripheral devices have been disconnected from the camera and the camera has been restarted.

The default setting is usually ﬁne, and nothing needs to be changed. However, the PoE power class must be changed in the browser if a higher or a lower power class is required for your application:

1. Select Admin Menu > Network Setup> Ethernet Interface.

2. Click on Change under Power Supply.

3. A Power Wizard will appear to guide you through the PoE con

ﬁguration steps.

Next, restart the camera: Disconnect the camera from the power supply. Then reconnect it, for example, by disconnecting and then reconnecting the Ethernet cable at the PoE switch.

Variable PoE: Multiple cameras can be operated simultaneously from the same switch

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2.7.6 Camera Startup Sequence

As soon as the power supply has been established, LEDs 1 and 2 will show the progress of the startup sequence.

•

Booting: Immediately after connecting the power supply, the red LED lights up, blinks for two seconds, then stays on permanently red. A camera self-test is carried out at this point, and the entire system is started. In case of an error, the camera will start using the backup operating system.

• Waiting for key pressed: Both LEDs light up for four seconds. If you press the R or L key of the camera during this time, the camera will execute the corresponding function (see

Section 3.2.6, «Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP)»

Section 3.2.5, «Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address»

, respectively). To

do so, use a paper clip but avoid using sharp or pointed objects!

•

Ready: Once the camera software has been started, the green LED is on permanently and the red LED blinks. The camera can now be accessed via the network (browser, MxControlCenter, MxEasy, MOBOTIX App, etc.).

Note

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

LED default settings:

1 Power (on),

Error (ashes)

2 Recording (ashes)

1. Start

2. Key

3. Ready

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3 OPERATING THE CAMERA

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview

MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate the MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Apple, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX applications MxControlCenter and MxEasy. Follow these steps to set up the camera:

1. Connect the camera to the network. Power is supplied directly via the Ethernet cable (see

Section 2.7, «Network and Power Connection»

2. Set up the camera’s network parameters:

– Manually using a web browser (see

Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the

Network Parameters in a Browser»

and below)

– Automatically using MxControlCenter/MxEasy (see

Section 3.2.3

and

Section 3.2.4

) or via DHCP (see

Section 3.2.6, «Starting the Camera with an

Automatic IP Address (DHCP)»

)

3. Conﬁgure the camera using the web-based user interface, MxControlCenter or MxEasy.

Every MOBOTIX camera comes preconﬁgured with a static IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (for example, 10.8.0.99). However, local computer networks usually have IP addresses in the 172 or 192 ranges. In order to access a MOBOTIX camera via the network, the camera needs to obtain an IP address in the same address range. You can set up the network parameters of the MOBOTIX camera using one of the following methods: Manually, using MxCC and MxEasy or by DHCP.

Download the freeof-charge MxEasy and MxControlCenter software at

www.mobotix.com

Camera software in the browser

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3.1.1 Manually Using a Computer in the 10.x.x.x IP Address Range

You can set up the camera’s network parameters using a browser and the embedded camera software. To do so, connect the camera to a computer or network that is using a

10.x.x.x IP address range (see

Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters

in a Browser»

). Afterwards, you can enter the camera’s default IP address in the browser’s

address bar on your computer (see

Section 3.2.2, «First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»

). Next, click on the Admin Menu button to open the camera’s Quick Installation in the browser’s user interface. This is where you can conﬁgure the desired network parameters of the camera. Once you have completed the Quick Installation, you can connect the camera with its new network parameters to the desired network.

Advantages

– The camera does not

need to be physically accessible, that is, it may already be installed.

– No additional software is required.

– The network parameters can be set ﬂexibly through manual entry.

Disadvantages

– The computer or the network needs to operate in the 10.x.x.x IP address range

or need to be able to access such a network.

– The setup does not work automatically.

– You need to know the relevant network parameters.

The default IP address of your camera is printed on a sticker on the front

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3.1.2 Automatically Using MxControlCenter or MxEasy

You can set up the camera’s network parameters using the free video management software MxControlCenter or MxEasy (see

Section 3.2.3

and

Section 3.2.4

). You can also use one of these applications to automatically conﬁgure the network parameters of MOBOTIX cameras that are not operating on the same IP address range as the computer.

Advantages

– You can connect the camera directly to the target network.

– The camera does not need to be physically accessible, that is, it may already

be installed.

– The camera can be conﬁgured to automatically receive an IP address (optional).

– The network parameters can be manually set (optional).

– You do not need to access the camera software.

Requirement

– Either MxControlCenter or MxEasy must be installed on the computer.

Download the freeof-charge MxEasy and MxControlCenter software at

www.mobotix.com

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3.1.3 Automatically Using DHCP

The camera can automatically obtain its network parameters using DHCP (Dynamic Host Conﬁguration Protocol). This requires the network to have a functioning DHCP server (for example, a DSL router with activated DHCP server) and the camera must be booted using DHCP (see

Section 3.2.6, «Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP)»

). The IP address automatically assigned by the DHCP server will be announced via the camera speaker as soon as the camera has booted successfully.

Advantages

– You can connect the camera directly to the target network.

– Network parameters are automatically assigned.

– No additional software is required.

– You do not need to access the camera software.

Disadvantages

– The camera needs to be physically accessible as you need to press a key on the

camera housing to boot it using DHCP.

– Requires a running DHCP server on the network.

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3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings

Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the network parameters of the camera. If your network is already using an IP address in the

10.x.x.x range with a 255.0.0.0 network mask, you do not need to change the camera’s network parameters. You can access the camera directly (see

Section 3.2.2

). If your network or computer does not use an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (for example, in the 192 or 172 ranges), you should follow one of the following methods for changing the camera’s network parameters:

• Manual setup (see

Section 3.2.1

)

• Automatic setup using MxControlCenter or MxEasy (see

Section 3.2.3

and

Section 3.2.4

, respectively)

Note

We will use a camera with the factory address 10.8.0.99 in the following examples. Replace this IP address with the IP address of your camera. You will ﬁnd the IP address of your camera on a small sticker on the camera. Make sure that the IP addresses used in the following examples are not already being used by other devices in the network.

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser

You need a computer that is using a 10.x.x.x IP address in order to manually set up the network parameters of the MOBOTIX camera. The computer’s network parameters usually have to be changed for this purpose.

1. Change the Network Parameters of Your Computer:

Windows (XP, Vista and 7):

1. Open

Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network

Connections

. Clicking on Properties opens the dialog

box shown.

2. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On the General tab, activate the

Use the following IP address

option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range in this ﬁeld (for example, 10.8.0.1 1 ).

Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer will have the IP address 10.8.0.11 .

Pressing the "L" key (see

Section 3.2.6

) prompts the camera to announce its current IP address over the speaker.

Entry in “Subnet mask”

eld: 255.0.0.0

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Linux/Unix:

1. Open a terminal as root user.

2. Enter the following command: ifcong eth0:1 10.8.0.11

3. The computer is now also using the IP address 10.8.0.11

Mac OSX:

1. Open

System Properties > Network.

2. Select Ethernet. In the Conﬁguration ﬁeld, select Manual and enter a 10.x.x.x IP address (for example,

10.8.0.1 1).

3. Click on Apply on the bottom right-hand side of the dialog box to assign the computer the IP address

10.8.0.1 1.

2. Set Up the Target Network Parameters of the MOBOTIX Camera:

Open a web browser on the computer and enter the default IP address of the MOBOTIX camera in the address bar of the browser (for example, 10.8.0.99). Pressing Enter displays the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera (see also

Section 3.2.2, «First

Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»

2. Click on the Admin Menu softbutton in the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera. The Quick Installation starts automatically once the

admin

user has logged on.

Note: The Quick Installation can also be executed at a later stage by opening

Admin Menu > Network Setup > Quick Installation

(see also

Quick Installation

the

Camera Software Manual Part 2

3. Enter the target network parameters of the camera on the appropriate page of the Quick Installation assistant.

Note: The network parameters can also be modi

ﬁed retrospectively via

Admin Menu > Network

Conﬁguration> Quick Installation.

4. Once you have completed the Quick Installation and rebooted the camera, the new network parameters will be activated. The camera can now be connected to the target network and, if required, further conﬁgured.

Default user data

User name: admin password: meinsm

Download the

Software

Camera Manual Part 2

from www.mobotix.com in the Support > Manuals section

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3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser

Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the power supply and to the network, you can access the user interface with the live camera image in the web browser. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or any other graphical browser with activated JavaScript is suitable. It does not matter which operating system is used.

After entering the camera’s IP address in the browser address bar, you will see the live view of the MOBOTIX camera with its user interface controls, such as softbuttons, buttons for the dierent camera screens, pull-down menus (Quick Controls), icons for accessing the online help and the camera status, and status information elements.

Note

Default access data for the administration menu

• User name: admin

• Password: meinsm

Softbuttons

Camera views

Quick controls

Camera status and help

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Camera Views: Live, Player, MultiView

The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays the live screen when it starts up (factory default setting). You can set a dierent start page in

Admin Menu> Language and Start Page

(for example, the Guest screen) to allow a restricted access to the live image.

The other available standard screens include Player (playback of recorded images and video sequences) and the MultiView screen (displays several cameras with live or recorded images).

MultiView allows you to view several cameras via a “proxy” camera (especially useful if you want to access your cameras from outside of the network with reduced bandwidth) and the PDA mode provides a special screen for mobile devices.

Note

Click on the icon in the top right corner of the camera's user interface in the browser to ﬁnd further information on the dierent camera screens.

Live view: http://<camera IP>/ control/userimage.html

Player screen: http://<camera IP>/ control/player

MultiView screen: http://<camera IP>/ control/multiview

PDA screen: http://<camera IP>/pda

PDA event list: http://<camera IP>/control/ player?eventlist&pda

Guest screen: http://<camera IP>/ cgi-bin/guestimage.html

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3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxControlCenter

Installation

Download the setup ﬁle from the MOBOTIX website to install the latest version. The latest versions are available at www.mobotix.com in the Support> Software Downloads> MxControlCenter section.

To install MxControlCenter, simply double-click the setup ﬁle and follow the instructions.

The selected ﬁles are copied to the computer (older versions will be removed automatically) and the shortcuts are created during the installation process (Desktop, Start Menu, etc.).

Caution

MxControlCenter will automatically attempt to ﬁnd all MOBOTIX cameras in the physically-connected network (that is, even a MOBOTIX camera with a factory IP address of 10.x.x.x ). Make sure that the ﬁrewall settings on your computer are low enough so that MxControlCenter is not blocked. If any MOBOTIX cameras are found, MxControlCenter can automatically reconﬁgure them so that they are avail

able in the current subnet of the computer. If you do not have permission to modify these settings on your computer, contact your system administrator for assistance.

Download MxControlCenter for free from

www.mobotix.com

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