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M15 Camera Manual

Security-Vision-Systems

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 optical

Day/Night/LPF

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

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Contents

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 M15-Thermal(-TR) With Optional MX Sensor Module 27

1.2.3 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 28

1.2.4 Camera Variants– Software Features 29

1.2.5 Technical Specifications M15/M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR 30

1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 32

1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module) 32

1.3.2 M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR Model Variants 35

1.3.3 Sensor Modules L10-L12* 38

1.3.4 Sensor Modules L20-L23, L22-L25, L32-L38, L43-L51, L65-L76, L135-L160* 40

1.3.5 Sensor Modules L270-L320* 42

1.3.6 M15 Kits “Day/Night” 44

1.4 Available Accessories 45

1.4.1 Polarization Filter 45

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight) 45

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled) 45

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket 45

1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch 46

1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set 46

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 46

1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box 47

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box 47

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box 47

1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module 48

1.4.12 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 48

1.4.13 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit 48

1.4.14 Sealing Ring as Dome Replacement for Sensor Modules L10-L12* 48

1.4.15 Other Accessories 49

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*For an explanation of
the sensor module desig­nations (e.g., L10‑L12),
please read

«Lens Options»

Section 1.2.1,

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1.5 MOBOTIX Software 50

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 50

1.5.2 MxManagementCenter 51

1.5.3 MOBOTIX App 52

2 Installation 54

2.1 Preparing the Installation 54

2.1.1 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole 54

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules 57

2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS 60

2.1.4 Providing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 61

2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 62

2.2 First Installation Steps 63

2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15 Kits) 63

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing 65

2.2.3 Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not Required for M15 Kits) 66

2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules 67

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable 68

2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable 70

2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable 71

2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing 72

2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 74

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount 74

2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount 78

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount 78

2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) 82

2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) 83

2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card 87

2.7 Network and Power Connection 89

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M15 with Patch Cables 89

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch 90

2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 91

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products 91

2.7.5 Variable PoE 92

2.7.6 Camera Startup Sequence 93

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3 Operating The Camera 94

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview 94

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 99

3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC 101

3.2.4 Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings 104

3.2.5 Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 105

3.3 Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 106

3.3.1 Adjusting the Camera 106

3.3.2 Adjusting Lens Focus (L65-L76/L135-L160 Only) 107

3.3.3 Inserting a Filter 108

3.3.4 Replacing the Dome Against the Sealing Ring (Only Sensor Modules L10-L12) 109

3.4 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 111

3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function 111

3.4.2 Full Image Recording 113

3.4.3 Special M15 Configuration in the Browser 115

3.5 MicroSD Card Recording 124

3.5.1 Introduction 124

3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 126

3.5.3 Activating Recording 127

3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 128

3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording 128

3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Dierent MOBOTIX Camera 129

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 129

3.6 Configuration in the Browser 130

3.6.1 Overview 130

3.6.2 General Browser Settings 132

3.6.3 Configuring the M15-Thermal(-TR) in the Browser 133

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3.7 Additional Notes 135

3.7.1 Operation with Only One Sensor Module 135

3.7.2 Password for the Admin Menu 135

3.7.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone 135

3.7.4 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 136

3.7.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings 136

3.7.6 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection 136

3.7.7 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 136

3.7.8 Deactivating the Camera Reboot 137

3.7.9 Browser 137

3.7.10 Cleaning the Camera and Lens 137

3.7.11 Legal Notes 138

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3.7.12 Safety Warnings 138

3.7.13 Online Help in the Browser 139

3.7.14 RoHS Declaration 139

3.7.15 Disposal 140

3.7.16 Disclaimer 140

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
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.

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of this

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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
to the MxBus connector

attached modules must not exceed 4W

PoE class2

If

exceed 1W!

and

required

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.

MxBus modules

is used,

the power consumption of all attached modules must not

If thermal sensor modules are used with this camera,

the power consumption of all attached modules (MxBus and USB)

.

must

not exceed 3W

and

the USB connector, the

,

if the camera is powered by PoE class3

. When attaching modules

power consumption of all

PoE Class3 is

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M15 Camera Manual

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 separate and interchangeable MOBOTIX sensor modules (lens
plus sensor board and microphone) are installed in the camera base module M15 Core.
The sensor modules can be purchased with 5MP or 6MP resolution: from tele lens to
Hemispheric, each available as day or night models. In addition, the LPF (“Long Pass
Filter”) variants of the night models have been designed for special requirements (such
as number plate recognition). If the M15 is configured with a Day and a Night sensor
module, the camera will automatically switch to the appropriate image sensor depend
ing on the illumination.

The introduction of the newest sensor technology with increased light sensitivity in combi
nation with the new HD Premium lenses (aperture f/1.8) not only generates more brilliant
images with up to 3072x2048 (6MP image sensor) or 2592x1944 (5MP image sensor), it
also delivers color images of higher quality under lowlight conditions.

The new model variant
a high-end thermal imaging sensor, which can reliably detect moving objects even in
total darkness. The
detecting temperatures in the image or in measurement windows that exceed or drop
below the specified temperature.

M15-Thermal

M15-Thermal-TR (TR = Thermal Radiometry

supplements the proven MOBOTIX technology by

) can trigger alarms when

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The MxManagementCenter video management software, which is tailored to MOBOTIX
cameras, and a PDF manual can be downloaded from the MOBOTIX website at no cost:
www.mobotix.com> Support> Software Downloads. The tutorial for the application
is available under Support> Tutorials. 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
[e-mail] 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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M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview

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 productdesign, 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.

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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

2.
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). Both the

M15-Thermal

sor 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).

and the

M15-Thermal-TR

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Ethernet patch cable

MiniUSB

MxBus

PoE switch

The Proper Sensor Module for Every Application

All in all, 24 dierent sensor modules are available for the M15: 8 focal lengths, from tele
lens to Hemispheric, each available as Day, Night or Night-LPF module for special purposes
(e.g. license plate recognition).

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

Note that the sensor modules are easily exchanged even if the camera has already been
installed. The image area captured by the camera varies depending on the focal length of
the selected lens. With a Super Wide Angle lens (90° angle of view), for example, almost
an entire room can be recorded from one corner. A Tele lens (7° angle of view) enables an
M15 to clearly record a license plate number, for example, from a distance of approximately
150m/500ft. Or even the serial number of a bill from a distance of 4m/12ft.

One M15 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.

6/5 Megapixel Image Sensor Technology

The sensor modules can be ordered with 6MP and 5MP resolution and can show live
images or store recordings with sizes of up to 3072x2048 (6MP) or 2592x1944 (5MP)
pixels, respectively.

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Can Be Used Day and Night

The advantage of a M15 configured as a day-and-night camera is primarily that it continu
ously 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.

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By design, the D10/
N10 sensor modules may
display shades from the
camera housing or the
dome of the other D10/
N10 sensor module.

Hemispheric Day and Night Camera (M15 with D10/N10 Sensor Modules)

Equipped with one L10 sensor module for daylight (D10, color) and one sensor module
for night images (N10, Black & White), the M15 is the perfect hemispheric dual camera
for applications with a wide range of lighting conditions. Since both sensor modules are
always parallel thanks to the design of the M15, you will see the same image as a color
image by day and as a Black & White image by 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 mechani
cal moving parts, M15 cameras feature the highest operating temperature range from
–30 to +60 °C/–22 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.

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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.

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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 or USB-based storage devices). If the network switch
features an Internet connection, it can be used for encrypted access to the camera foot
age 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.

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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.

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
be equipped with one or two sensor modules. Each variant features an internal long-term
memory (a pre-formatted and pre-installed MicroSD card).

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is available in the

M15

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sensor module

M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview

The maximum resolution per sensor module is 6MP (3072x2048 pixels, more than 3
times larger than Full HD!). The sensor modules themselves are installed in a few easy
steps in the basic module (see

(Except M15 Kits)»

MOBOTIX also oers the
focal lengths for both image sensors (see

).

Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules

M15 Kits

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

Section 1.3.6, «M15 Kits “Day/Night”»

).

M15-Thermal

The
high-end thermal image sensor and can optionally take one more sensor module (day/
night/LPF). This means that the M15-Thermal combines the proven MOBOTIX sensors and
event processing capabilities with thermal imaging technology, which can reliably detect
moving objects even in total darkness.

with any combination of one

or two day or night sensor

M15

modules

and

M15-Thermal-TR

model variants have a permanently installed

MX sensor module

(Color/Black & White)

Thermal image sensor

(permanently installed)

MX sensor module

(color/black & white,

optional)

M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR

with thermal image sensor

and one optional day or night

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Equipped with the hemispheric L10-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 require
ments, minimizes the system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power
requirements, 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 L10-L12 sensor
module delivers a widescreen, corrected image of a high-resolution 180° allround view.

Full image at 3072x2048 pixels (6MP)

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*For an explanation of
the sensor module desig­nations (e.g., L10‑L12),
please read

«M15 Lens Options»

Section 1.2.1,

Panorama image at 1280x480 pixels

Optimizing the Panorama Image

The factory setting of an M15 with an L10-L12 sensor module 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 MxManagementCenter as standard. Tilted vertical lines (if the camera is mounted at

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an angle) may be optically 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.

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

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).

Panorama Focus – three views simultaneously

Original full image

High-resolution 180° panorama

Virtual PTZ 1 Virtual PTZ 2

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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.

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Original full image

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.

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1.1.3 Advantages and New Features

The high-resolution M15 AllroundDual is the more powerful successor of the M12 and uses
image sensors with 6MP or 5MP resolution. Since the images of a M15 sensor with a maxi
mum size of 3072x2048 (6MP) or 2592x1944 (5MP) can be viewed live or in the recordings,
the M15 is clearly superior to its predecessor in terms of image quality and frame rate.

Smooth HiRes Video Streams

The modified hardware of the M15 transmits the camera‘s video streams even more
smoothly than the high-performance M12, even when high resolution is required. Since
image streams of 16 frames per second and higher are perceived as smooth video by
the human eye, the maximum frame rate is limited to 30 frames per second (when using
MEGA resolution of 1280x 960) in order to provide sucient camera processing power
for other tasks.

Conclusive Still Images

Thanks to the proprietary MxPEG video codec developed exclusively for MOBOTIX cameras,
the cameras oer the advantage that a recording can be paused at any given point and
still provide meaningful and useful snapshots due to the absence of distortion. This is
essential for security applications and allows individuals or license plates to be identified,
for example. In contrast, the H.264 standard, which was developed for feature movies
and is favored by some video security providers, cannot achieve this with the required
level of quality.

Good Color Images Even in Low Light

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 pro
vided by the 6-megapixel color sensor that is fifty times higher than that of the previous

3.1-megapixel color sensor.

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Black & White Images With up to 6Megapixels Resolution

The M15 is the first MOBOTIX camera with a six-megapixel night sensor that can deliver
black and white images with up to 3072x2048 resolution. As opposed to the night sensor
of an M12 with 1.3 megapixels, the image resolution is almost five times higher.

World’s first Thermal Camera with Optical Sensor Module

The new thermal sensor modules measure the thermal radiation of objects, delivering
clear thermal images even in absolute darkness. Together with the MxActivitySensor, they
can reliably detect motion in images at night– where only changes in position will trigger
a signal. Objects moving on the spot do not trigger a signal. The thermal sensor modules
also have an advantage during the day, as they can detect moving objects in shadows,
semi-darkness, smoke or behind bushes. The optional optical sensor module records the
same scene with more details, allowing to identify persons, for example.

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Thermal Radiometry – Measuring Temperatures and Triggering Alarms

The

M15-Thermal-TR (TR = Thermal Radiometry

images and detect movements; this model variant can measure temperatures and trigger
alarms. This is the result of using a calibrated thermal sensor, which can measure the
temperatures in the entire image or in measurement windows.

MxActivitySensor

The M15 provides an activity-controlled image analysis sensor as standard for detecting
the movements of people and objects in a defined surveillance area (full image or section).
The MxActivitySensor delivers reliable results particularly in outdoor area applications, in
contrast to video motion detection that continues to be available and that registers all
image changes in defined video motion windows. In the monitored area, 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 and trees swaying in the wind.

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

A M15 does not use 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). Note that the M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR always requires PoE Class3.

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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 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 con
tinues 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 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.

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6MP/5MP

MOBOTIX-Kamera

CMOS

Image analysis

CPU

MicroSD

Recording

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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 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

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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

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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.

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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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Lens L20, image format 4:3

Lens L23, image format 4:3

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1.2 Technical Specifications

1.2.1 M15 Lens Options

Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof, none of these lenses requires a mechanical
auto iris, thus making the camera extremely robust and maintenance-free.

The M15 can take one or two optical sensor modules as required. The sensor modules
are available with 6MP or 5MP image sensors, resulting in dierences in the lenses’
angles of view:

105° 92°

MOBOTIX Lens L20-L23

6MP image sensor (1/1,8")

Designation of Sensor Modules

Since the angles of view for the same lens change depending on the image sensor used
(6MP or 5MP, see above), the lenses have dierent focal lengths (35mm equiv.) and thus
two designations. For example, a Super-Wide-Angle lens with a nominal focal length of

3.6mm has these 35mm focal lengths and designations:

6MP

• With

• With

When showing the dierent types of sensor modules, these designations are combined:

L20-L23

Types of Optical Sensor Modules

image sensor: 20mm focal length (35mm equiv.) ➝

5MP

image sensor: 23mm focal length (35mm equiv.) ➝

(see below).

Sensor module

L10-L12

Sensor module

L20-L23 to L135-L160

5MP image sensor (1/2.5")

L20

L23

Sensor module

L270-L320

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Lenses for Sensor Modules with 6MP Image Sensor

Lenses 6MP
Sensors

Original image
(image format
4:3)

Focal length
(35mm equiv.)

Nominal focal
length

Aperture 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 2.5

Horiz. angle of
view

Vert. angle of
view

Image width ∞ 2.5 2.0 1.2 0.8 0.6 0.3 0.1

Image height ∞ 1.6 1.3 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2 0.1

Image width ∞ 12.6 10.0 5.8 4.1 2.8 1.3 0.7

Image height ∞ 8.0 6.6 4.1 3.1 2.0 1.0 0.5

Image width ∞ 25.1 20.0 11.5 8.3 5.5 2.6 1.3

Image height ∞ 15.9 13.2 8.3 6.1 4.1 1.9 1.0

Image width ∞ 50.3 40.0 23.1 16.6 11.1 5.3 2.6

Image height ∞ 31.8 26.5 16.6 12.2 8.1 3.9 1.9

Image width ∞ 125.7 100.0 57.7 41.4 27.7 13.2 6.6

Image height ∞ 79.5 66.2 41.4 30.6 20.3 9.6 4.8

L10 L20 L22 L32 L43 L65 L135 L270

10mm 20mm 22mm 32mm 43mm 65mm 135mm 270mm

1.6mm 3.6mm 4.1mm 6.1mm 7.9mm 11.9mm 23.7mm 50mm

180° 103° 90° 60° 45° 31° 15° 8°

180° 77° 67° 45° 34° 23° 11° 6°

At 1 m distance

At 5 m distance

At 10 m distance

At 20 m distance

At 50 m distance

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Focal Lengths of MOBOTIX Lenses

Focal lengths of MOBOTIX lenses are always given as compared to a 35mm camera.
For example, the MOBOTIX Super Wide-Angle lens L20-L23 has a nominal focal
length of 3.6mm. Converted to 35mm camera, this would be a lens with 20mm
or 23mm focal length, depending on whether it is combined with a 6MP or a 5MP
image sensor. Converting the focal lengths to 35mm camera as a known format
provides for better comparing the image formats and the angles of view of the dif
ferent lenses. Another benefit is that you can easily set a 35mm camera (analog or
digital) to the same focal length (Lxx) of the MOBOTIX lens to obtain the same angle
of view. This approach greatly facilitates lens selection.

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Lenses 5MP
Sensors

Original image
(image format
4:3)

Focal length
(35mm equiv.)

Nominal focal
length

Aperture 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 2.5

Horiz. angle of
view

Vert. angle of
view

Image width ∞ 2.1 1.7 1.0 0.7 0.5 0.2 0.1

Image height 11.3 1.3 1.2 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.2 0.1

Image width ∞ 10.4 8.7 5.2 3.6 2.4 1.1 0.6

Image height 56.7 6.7 5.9 3.7 2.7 1.8 0.9 0.4

Image width ∞ 20.7 17.4 10.3 7.2 4.9 2.3 1.1

Image height 113.4 13.5 11.9 7.5 5.4 3.6 1.7 0.9

Image width ∞ 41.4 34.7 20.6 14.5 9.7 4.6 2.3

Image height 226.9 27.0 23.7 14.9 10.8 7.2 3.4 1.7

Image width ∞ 103.6 86.8 51.5 36.2 24.3 11.4 5.7

Image height 567.1 67.5 59.3 37.3 27.0 18.0 8.6 4.3

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L12 L23 L25 L38 L51 L76 L160 L320

12mm 23mm 25mm 38mm 51mm 76mm 160mm 320mm

1.6mm 3.6mm 4.1mm 6.1mm 7.9mm 11.9mm 23.7mm 50mm

180° 92° 82° 55° 40° 27° 13° 7°

160° 68° 61° 41° 30° 20° 10° 5°

At 1m distance

At 5 m distance

At 10 m distance

At 20 m distance

At 50 m distance

Types of Optical Sensor Modules

Sensor module

L10-L12

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L270-L320

Technical Specifications

1.2.2 M15-Thermal(-TR) With Optional MX Sensor Module

This model variant has a permanently installed thermal image sensor and can optionally
take one more sensor module (see above). The thermal image sensor is available in the
focal lengths listed below.

A. Mixed operation B. Single thermal operation

The following combinations of thermal sensor modules are possible for an M15:

Combined operation (1 thermal sensor module, 1 optical sensor module): The advan-

A.

tages of an M15 with Thermal sensor module and simultaneous daylight sensor
result from combining both images: brilliant 6/5-megapixel images during the day
and in twilight hours and reliable motion detection at night.

B. Single thermal operation (1 Thermal sensor module): The M15-Thermal delivers

only a thermal image.

t

Available Focal Lengths Thermal Sensor Module/Sensor Module Thermal-TR

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Example image

Order no Thermal

Thermal-TR

Focal length

(≡35mm)

Actual focal length 7.9mm 11.9mm 23.7mm

Angle of View

(hor./vert.)

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MX-SM-Thermal-L43

MX-SM-TR079

43mm 65mm 135mm

45°x32° 25°x19° 17°x13°

MX-SM-Thermal-L65

MX-SM-TR119

MX-SM-Thermal-L135

MX-SM-TR237

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the sensor module desig­nations (e.g., L10‑L12),
please read

«M15 Lens Options»

Section 1.2.1,

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1.2.3 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats

Camera Model

M15 M15-Thermal(-TR)

Lenses with 6MP/5MP Image Sensors

L10-L12* Hemispheric (right/left) •/• –/•

L20-L23* Super Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/•

L22-L25* Super Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/•

L32-L38* Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/•

L43-L51* Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/•

L65-L76* Tele (right/left) •/• –/•

L135-L160* Tele (right/left) •/• –/•

L270-L320* Tele (right/left) •/• –/•

CSVario L24–54/L27–60* – –

Image sensor with individual exposure
zones

Image sensor sensitivity 6MP in Lux at
1/60s/1s

Image sensor sensitivity 5MP in Lux at
1/60s/1s

Hardware Features

IP protection class IP66 IP66

Temp. internal DVR (MB) 64 64

Internal DVR (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed) • •

Microphone/Speaker •/• •/•

Passive infrared sensor (PIR) • •

Internal/ambient temperature sensor •/• •/•

Shock Detector • •

Power consumption with 1/2 sensor mod. <4,5W/<5W <5W/<5.5W

Variable PoE class 2 – 3 2 – 3

Image Formats, Frame Rates and Image Storage

Max. image size (per sensor)

Max. frame rate (MxPEG, max. resolution)

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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Color/BW/LPF

(any combination)

0.1/0.005 or

0.02/0.001

0.25/0.013 or

0.05/0.0025

6MP (3072x2048)

5MP (2592x1944)

6MP: 8fps

5MP: 10fps

Thermal image sensor

(+ optional color/BW/LPF)

NETD typ. 50mK, <79mK

(color/BW/LPF see left)

6MP (3072x2048)
5MP (2592x1944)

6MP: 8fps

5MP: 10fps

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1.2.4 Camera Variants– Software Features

Camera Model

M15/M15-Thermal(-TR)

General Features

Digital zoom (continuous) with panning •

Motion JPEG/MxPEG codecs •/•

Custom exposure windows • (not for thermal sensor)

Temperature measurement alarms (M15-Thermal-TR only)

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

Terabyte ring buer (internal/network) •

Continuous/event rec. with sound (0.2 to 30fps) •

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

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

MxManagementCenter •

MOBOTIX App •

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download from
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M15 with two MX sensor

M15 with one MX sensor

(Day/Night/LPF, optional)

modules

(Day/Night/LPF)

module

(Day/Night/LPF)

M15-Thermal(-TR) with

one add. MX sensor

module

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1.2.5 Technical Specifications M15/M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR

Technical Specifications M15/M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR

Model Variants

Lens options MX sensor
module

Lens options
Thermal image sensor

Sensitivity
MX sensor module

Sensitivity
Thermal image sensor

Image sensor
MX sensor module

Image sensor
Thermal image sensor

Max. image size
MX sensor module

Max. image size
Thermal image sensor

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

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

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

Max. frame rate
Thermal image sensor

Image compression MxPEG, M-JPEG, JPEG

Internal DVR MicroSD card (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed)

External
video ring buer

Software (included) MxManagementCenter video management software,

MX-M15 (any combination of Day/Night/LPF sensor modules)
MX-M15-Thermal (optionally 1 add. Day/Night/LPF sensor module)

10 to 270mm (35mm format), hor. angles of view 180° to 8°
(6MP)
12 to 320mm (35mm format), hor. angles of view 180° to 7°
(5MP)

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

Color sensor (6MP): 0.1Lux at 1/60s, 0.005Lux at 1s
Black&White sensor (6MP): 0.02 Lux at 1/60s,

0.001 Lux at 1/1s

NETD typ. 50mK, IR range 7.5 to 13.5μm
Range of temperature measuring:
–40 to +550 °C/–40 to +1,022 °F
precision of Sensor Module Thermal-TR: ±10K of the thermal
radiation measured at the sensor

1/1.8“ CMOS, 6MP, progressive scan
1/2.5“ CMOS, 5MP, progressive scan

Uncooled microbolometer, 336x252 pixels

Color: 3072x2048 (6MP), 6144x2048 (12MP)
Black&White: 3072x2048 (6MP), 6144x2048 (12MP)

Can be scaled up to 3072x2048 (6MP), automatically scaled to
size of MX sensor module

3072x2048 (6MP), 2592x1944 (5MP),
1920x1080 (Full-HD),
800x600, 768x576 (D1-PAL),
384x288, 320x240, 160x120,

VGA: 30fps, MEGA: 15fps, QXGA: 8fps, 6MP: 4fps
Dual image: 12MP 2fps, 10MP 3fps

VGA: 30fps, MEGA: 30fps, QXGA: 20fps, 6MP: 8fps, 5MP:
10fps,
Dual image: 12MP 4fps, 10MP 5fps

9fps (when displaying an MX sensor module and a ther
mal sensor module, the overall frame rate of the camera is
reduced to 9fps)

Directly on NAS or PC/Server, no additional recording software
required

MOBOTIX App for iOS devices version 5.0 and higher

1280x960 (MEGA), 1280x720 (HD), 1024x768,

2048x1536 (QXGA),

704x576(TV-PAL), 640x480,

custom formats

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