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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

60.184-008_EN_09/2016

Innovations – Made in Germany

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

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

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1 x Thermal/Thermal-TR,

1 x optical Day/Night/LPF

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THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS

MOBOTIX

MOBOTIX o ers inexpensive seminars that include workshops and practical exer-

For more information, visit www.mobotix.com > Seminars.

cises.

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MOBOTIX Seminars

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Linux

, the MX logo,

and

Apple

, the Apple logo,

iPod

iPhone, iPad, iPad mini

is a trademark of Linus Torvalds. All other marks and names

MxManagementCenter

Windows Server

and

iTunes

are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered

and

are registered trademarks of

Macintosh, OSX, iOS, Bonjour

and

iPod touch

MxPEG

are

, the

are Apple

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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 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

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

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

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 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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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.

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

have a factory-installed thermal image sen-

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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.

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.

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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M15 Core

is available in the

M15

model variant, which can

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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)

*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.

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.

) can do even more than to record thermal

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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.

6MP/5MP

MOBOTIX-Kamera

CMOS

Image analysis

CPU

MicroSD

Recording

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

Decentralized and Safe

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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.

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

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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Lenses for Sensor Modules with 5MP Image Sensor

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

Sensor module

L20-L23 to L135-L160

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Sensor module

L270-L320

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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-

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.

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

«M15 Lens Options»

Section 1.2.1,

M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview

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

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 •

Via MX-Input-Box/MX-Output-Box

or MX-232-IO-Box

•

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Free-of-charge download from www.mobotix.com or App Store

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

Image Processing

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

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

Microphone and speaker Microphone and speaker integrated

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

Interfaces

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

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

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

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

Power Consumption M15: Typ. <4.5W with 1sensor module, <5W with 2sensor

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

Protection against mechani cal impact

Dimensions M15; M15-Thermal

Weights M15 without sensor modules

Weights M15-Thermal without add. sensor module

Dimensions/Weights sensor modules

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

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

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

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

key codes, event notiﬁcation

802.1x, intrusion detection, digital image signature

FCCPart 15B, CFR47, AS/NZS3548)

PoE class variable (M15-Thermal: class3 required)

modules M15-Thermal: Typ. <5W with thermal image sensor, <5.5W with 1additional sensor module:

air humidity up to 90–100% (acc. to EN50155 Chap. 12.2.5)

(according to IEC62262/EN50102)

IK06

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

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

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

L10-L12: Ø x D: 43 x 45mm (installation dim.), weight 85g L22-L25, L43-L51: Ø x D: 43 x 57mm (installation dim.), wt 111g L32-L38, L65-L76, L135-L160: Ø x D: 43 x 60mm (installation dim.), weight 122g L270-L320: Ø x D: 43 x 60mm (installation dim.), weight 160g

resistant dome for for all other MX sensor modules, protective Germanium cover for thermal image sensor (only M15-Thermal), accessories for installation on wall and ceiling, Allen wrench, 50 cm patch cable, manual, software, MicroSD card (pre-installed)

L10-L12

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1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions

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).

1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module)

1.1

1.4

1.6

1.8

1.12

1.14

1.13

M.5

M.4

M.6

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.7

M.9

M.10

1.20

M.11

1.19

M.8

1.18

1.17

1.15

1.16

Standard Delivery

Item Count Part Name

1.1 1 Camera housing with mainboard and wall mount (installed),

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

1.5 4 Inner housing cover (installed)

1.6 4 Stainless steel Allen screw with ﬂat head M4x8 for inner hous

1.7 2 Cable lock black with bayonet catch (Ethernet patch cable,

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

1.9 1 MicroSD card (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed)

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

without sensor modules and front element

module)

ing cover (installed)

USB, one mounted, one supplied)

1.2

1.3

1.5

1.7

1.9

1.10

1.11

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Ext. temperature sensor

Standard Delivery

Item Count Part Name

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 1 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., inst.)

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

1.20 1 Rubber plug, black (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 (L10-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

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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.

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VarioFlex Wall Mount

Camera housing

Sensor modules

Microphone

PIR sensor

LEDs

Key

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

Ethernet patch cable

I/O cable to front

element (red clips

Section 2.2.2, «Opening the Camera Housing»

MxBus

MiniUSB

Sensor module

cable

and seals)

Only use cables with

angled plugs inside

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

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

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Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.8

1.1

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.6

1.9

1.5

M.5

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.6

M.7

M.8

M.10

M.4

1.15

M.9

1.13

1.14

1.19

1.16

1.17

1.18

1.20

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

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The delivered parts of the of the

M15 Core

(see

Section 1.3.1, «M15 Core (Base Module)»

M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR

M.11

are slightly dierent from those

1.2

Changes in the Delivery of the M15-Thermal/M15-Thermal-TR

Item Count Part Name

1.2 1 Front element with one thermal/thermal-TR image sensor

Mounting Supplies

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

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can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

Dimensions of the M15 with Wall MountThe drilling templates

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

199mm/7.84in

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244mm/9.6in

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Dimensions of the M15 with Ceiling Mount The drilling templates

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

can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

199mm/7.84in

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210mm/8.27in

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

«M15 Lens Options»

Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone

Section 1.2.1,

1.3.3 Sensor Modules L10-L12*

2.6

2.5

2.1

2.2

2.3

2.4

Item Number Part Name

2.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

2.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L10-L12 (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)

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Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Front View

LEDs

Sensor module

housing

Microphone

Rear View

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Sensor module

housingl

1 2

Diam. 50mm/2in

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LED default settings:

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

Top = top border of image (North)

Pressure compen-

Side View

weight without lock ring: 85g

weight with lock ring: 91g

sation

Sensor module

Extension

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

58mm/2.3in

30mm/1.2in

40mm/1.6in

15mm/0.6in

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Diam. 43mm/1.7in

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

«M15 Lens Options»

Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone

Section 1.2.1,

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

3.1

3.6

3.5

3.4

3.2

3.3

Item Number Part Name

3.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

3.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L20-L23/L22-L25/L32-L38/L43-L51/L65-L76/

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)

L135-L160 (installed)

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Diam. 50mm/2in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

48mm/1.89in

15mm/0.6in

Front View

LEDs

Sensor module

housing

Microphone

Rear View

Markers for top

1 2

Diam. 50mm/2in

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LED default settings:

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

Sensor cable con-

Sensor module

Pressure compen-

Side View

weight without lock ring: 122g

weight with lock ring: 128g

Sensor module

Extension

nection

housing

sation

40mm/1.6in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Top = top border of image (North)

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

«M15 Lens Options»

Sensor module

Section 1.2.1,

1.3.5 Sensor Modules L270-L320*

4.6

4.5

4.1

4.2

4.3

4.4

Item Number Part Name

4.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

4.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L270-L320 (installed)

4.3 1 Protective lens cover (installed)

4.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

4.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

4.6 1 Nut (plastic)

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Diam. 50mm/2in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

48mm/1.89in32mm/1.26in

15mm/0.6in

Front View

Protective lens cover

Sensor module

housing

Rear View

Markers for top

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Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor cable con-

Sensor module

Pressure compen-

Side View

weight without lock ring: 122g

weight with lock ring: 128g

Sensor module

Extension

nection

housing

sation

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

40mm/1.6in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

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-D38N38 (5MP)

(6MP) /38mm (5MP) focal

M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview

1.3.6 M15 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 Image Sensors

6MP Sensor Modules 5MP Sensor Modules

D20 – N20 D23 – N23

D22 – N22 D25 – N25

D32 – N32 D38 – N38

D43 – N43 D51 – N51

D65 – N65 D76 – N76

D135 – N135 D160 – N160

Example: M15 Complete Kit With 32/38mm Focal Length (6MP/5MP)

Day lens with 32mm

(6MP) /38mm (5MP) focal

Advantages of M15 Kits

•

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

• Simpliﬁed ordering of an entire M15 with only one order number.

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

• Maintains the full ﬂexibility of the M15 platform system, since the camera’s sensor

length (color)

MX-M15-DNight-D32/N32 (6MP)

Weatherproof day/night camera for 24/7 operation with two 6MP/5MP image sensors.

at the factory.

modules are easily exchanged against other modules (on-site by the user, for example).

Night lens with 32mm

length (Black&White)

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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 reﬂections and thus enhances recognizability of persons behind windshields, for example. This ﬁlter replaces the protective glass insert into the corresponding sensor module

cannot

(note that this ﬁlter 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»

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.

be used in L10-L12 sensor

). Due to its nature, this

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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)

to 4kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras

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 ( installation cable (

-LSA

with surge protection of up

, ideal for replacing the

-RJ45

variant) or a network

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. In addition, the cameras can trigger GPS-based events (reaching or moving away from a speciﬁed position; 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.

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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.

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

«M15 Lens Options»

Section 1.2.1,

1.4.13 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit

Order no.: MX-OPT-SEC-SCREWS-SET

Use this triple set of security screws for plugs (4pcs 6x50) and for machine threads (4pcs M6x15, 4pcs M6x30) to securely attach the VarioFlex foot of the wall mount. The Allen bit supplied with the set (1/4in drive with hole for security pin) ﬁts regular power screwdrivers.

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

Order no.: MX-OPT-Ring-L10-L12-PW/BL

For special scenarios with hemispheric sensor modules, e.g., if light entering from the side creates reﬂections within the dome, you can use the sealing ring instead of the dome (see also

Section 3.3.4, «Replacing the Dome Against the

Sealing Ring (Only Sensor Modules L10-L12)»

avoid burns by the hot lens, the dome must not be removed if the sensor module is within the reach of persons!

In order to

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1.4.15 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

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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/user/MobotixAG

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No licensing fees Free updates

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1.5 MOBOTIX Sof tware

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Sof tware (Firmware)

MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in ﬁrmware whose functions are accessed by the MOBOTIX MxManagementCenter remote stations 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 MxManagementCenter video management 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, iOS 5.0 and higher) is also available free of charge from the App Store for your mobile applications.

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1.5.2 MxManagementCenter

MxManagementCenter (MxMC) is a completely new development that focuses on a unique and intuitive user experience. Single and double click, drag&drop, support of several screens and direct view of events and alarm messages are just some of the many advantages of the new software.

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MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras rep resenting the decentralized concept at its best. MxMC allows controlled recording access via the camera or later directly to the NAS.

A unique feature is the adaptive bandwidth management supporting quality search even over mobile networks with very limited bandwidth. MxMC is 100% free of charge, requir ing no license or update costs and at the same time having no limits in terms of users, screens and cameras.

MxManagementCenter – simple operation of the most important camera functions:

• Integration of an unlimited number of cameras

• Camera groups with representation in Grid and Graphic views, Grid views with a focus window and many controls

• Optical and audible alarming of new events

• Instant Player that allows for quick viewing of the latest events during live video monitoring operation

•

Easy use of multiple monitors by double-clicking on the live image, grid or event image

• Door station functions (intercom, open door, turn light on/o, etc.)

• Subsequent distortion correction of hemispheric camera images - in live images and in recordings

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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No licensing fees Free updates

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1.5.3 MOBOTIX App

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

serves as the perfect remote mobile 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), self-explanatory symbols, large software buttons, 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 (WiFi) 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

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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 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.

Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with 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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Ceiling mount

Space for RJ45 in-wall socket/concealed cabling

Wall mount

Wall installation

+20°

360°

Ceiling installation

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Tilting the camera when installed on a wall

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: -60° to +20°

-60°

Central joint

Weather protection

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.

Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling

• Horizontal: 360°

• Vertical: -90° to +17°

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

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.

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Wall installation

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: -60° to +20°

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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°).

Wall installation

+20°

-60°

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 L22-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°).

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

«First Installation Steps»

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 L10-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 L10-L12 sensor module(s) is primarily suited to providing an excellent over view 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.

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

Section 2.2,

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2,50m – 3,50m

MOBOTIX recommendation

MOBOTIX original 180° Panorama image (L10L12 sensor module)

M15 Camera Manual: Installation

Camera focus (best image quality)

Identiﬁcation Detection Perception

1,50m

3m

2,50m – 3,50m

Installation in the middle of the wall

5m

Capture of entire room

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.

The image quality (precision) diminishes as the

distance of an object to the camera focus point

increases: 1 very good, 2 good, 3 satisfactory

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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°.

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Weatherproof housing visible in the

full image

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 L10-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.

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

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

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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

M15 and power supply options.

contains more information on the possible combinations of connecting the

PoE adapter

MX-NPA-PoE

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

LAN or Power

Camera

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).

PC or Power

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

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PoE switch

PC/server

RAID

UPS

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.

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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

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

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

-LSA

a network installation cable (

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

Accessories> Interface Boxes

variant).

section on www.mobotix.com.

, it also provides simple

-RJ45

variant) or

Products>

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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

Protection-Box»

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2.2 First Installation Steps

2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15 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 element 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:

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Not required with M15 Kit (see

Section 1.3.6

MOBOTIX Tutorials:

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

)

M15 with two transport plugs:

No operation allowed!

M15 with one transport plug:

No operation allowed!

M15 with one blind module:

Unrestricted operation

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Procedure

Prepare the sensor module

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

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.

pull the sensor module cables out of the housing!

Connect sensor module cable

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

: Remove the plastic

: Gently pull the two

Make sure that you do not

: Firmly push the

Lock sensor module cable

4. as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

Insert the sensor module

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

: Apply bayonet catch

: Make sure that the

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Lock the sensor 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.

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

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 M15 Kits)»

•

Section 2.2.8, «Closing the Camera Housing»

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing

: Using the black module

Caution

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Blind module

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

Box»

•

Exchanging the pre-installed MicroSD card against a larger one or as preventive maintenance measure (see

Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording»

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

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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.

Not required with M15 Kit (see

Section 1.3.6

4. Using the Allen wrench,

in an alternating fashion

behind 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 M15 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:

as described in

Insert the security clips:

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:

3. as described in

Section 2.2.2

Section 2.2.8

cautiously

Open the camera housing

To protect the modules

Close th e camera housing

push from

onto the left and

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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

Procedure

Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15 Kits)»

Open camera housing:

as described in

Remove the security clips

ules 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:

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.

Open the camera housing

Section 2.2.2

The sensor module cables are

: The sensor or blind mod-

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Remove the sensor or blind module

4. 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

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

: Set the black

: Remove the

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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:

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.

Make sure that the

Insert the security clips:

8. 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:

9. as described in

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

Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch»

Procedure

Open camera housing:

as described in

Remove the patch cable

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

Section 2.2.2

To protect the modules

Close th e camera housing

Section 2.2.8

Open the camera housing

: Turn the bayonet catch of

Section 1.4.5, «Ethernet

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Remove hinged ferrite and pull out cable

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).

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: Remove

Attach ferrite at the new patch cable

4. 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

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

6. 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:

8. as described in

Section 2.2.8

: Insert the plug of the

Close th e camera housing

: Attach the

: Guide the

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

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

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:

as described in

Remove the single wire plug

2. single wire plug (red circle in ﬁgure).

Guide the USB cable through the housing

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

Connect the USB cable

the appropriate connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut.

Open the camera housing

Section 2.2.2

: Remove the blue

: Insert the MiniUSB plug into

: Guide

Close camera housing:

as described in

Close th e camera housing

Section 2.2.8

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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.

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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:

1. as described in

Prepare the MxBus wires

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:

3. 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.

Open the camera housing

Section 2.2.2

: Remove the blue single

Push back the blue single

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

Single-wire plug

MxBus connector

Guide the MxBus cable out of the housing

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

Close camera housing:

as described in

Close the camera housing

Section 2.2.8

: Guide

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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:

Sensor module cable

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 outside of the screw bores (see ﬁgure below)!

right

The sensor cables must not run along

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)

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).

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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

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

(see

the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»

camera has been installed on the wall.

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount

). You can ﬁne-tune its position once the

and

Section 2.1.2, «Installing

Tilting the camera when installed on a wall:

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

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°

+20°

-60°

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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.

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Wall seal In-wall socket Wall mount

Camera patch cable

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-Overvoltage-Protection-Box the wall mount

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.

No screw anchors are required for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing possible, for example, with shrink tubing

Drill the holes: Use the supplied drilling template

2. 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

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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

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.

Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the

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

Section 3.3

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

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Screw caps for lock screws

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

Section «Ceiling Installation»

(see

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and

ceiling mount

must always be used for

ceiling installation

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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

«Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»

once the camera has been installed on the ceiling.

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount

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

). You can ﬁne-tune its position

and

Section 2.1.2,

Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling

• Horizontal: 360°

• Vertical: 107°

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°

360°

+17°

-90°

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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.

Cable connector

Cavity socket

Wall seal

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Standard adapter for cable connection

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

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.

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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).

No screw anchors are required for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing possible, for example, with shrink tubing

Drill the holes:Use the supplied drilling template for

3. 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.

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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

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

Section 3.3

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

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Screw caps for lock screws

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount»

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wall mount

must always be used for

wall installation

(see

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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

Accessories> Interface Boxes

section.

Products>

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

Installation Steps»

the camera has been installed on the wall.

). You can ﬁne-tune its position once

Section 2.2, «First

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Height: 174mm/6.85in

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°

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+20°

-60°

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

+20°

90°

-90°

Pole Mount Dimensions

180°

Tilting the camera when installed on a pole

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

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.

5.6

5.1

5.3

5.5

Screw caps for lock screws

Item Number Part Name

5.1 1

5.2 4

5.3 4

5.4 8

5.5 4

5.6 2

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

Pole mount

Stainless steel hex head screws M6x20mm

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

Stainless steel washers

Stainless steel hex nuts M6

Stainless steel straps

Section 1.3, «Delivered Parts and Dimensions»

, item M.10).

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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.

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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 section. 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

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

and Automatic Operation– Overview»

from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Section 3.3

Section 3.1, «Manual

and the following sections. The live image

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

VarioFlex ceiling mount should not be used.

and

wall mount

must always be used for

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. The

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Replacing the MicroSD Card

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

1. 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

Open camera housing:

Remove connection cable from the inner cover of the housing

nector 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.

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

Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording»

Open the camera housing as described in

Section 2.2.2

: Remove the con-

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Remove inner cover

4. 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

latch to the right (using your ﬁngernail).

slide the metal

Remove the MicroSD card

6. upwards and to the right and remove the SD card.

Insert and lock the MicroSD card

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

8. screws and replace the connection cables.

Close camera housing:

as described in power supply.

10.

Activate recording

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.

: Attach inner cover, tighten Allen

Section 2.2.8

: Lift the metal latch

: Insert the

Close th e camera housing

, then reconnect the

: If you have inserted a MicroSD card that has already been

Format MicroSD card

11. use as described in

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

Section 3.5.2, «Formatting the MicroSD Card»

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Network and Power Connection

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.

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

camera using PoE class 3 the connected appliances should not exceed one watt!

For information on changing the PoE class, see

and

. If

PoE Class2

USB connector

is used,

the power consumption of all

Section 2.7.5, «Variable PoE»

if power is supplied to the

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

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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.

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

More information on installing an

Box

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

MX-Patch-Box

MX-NPA-

Patch cable

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

Section 2.2.6, «Connecting a USB Cable»

MxBus Cable»

and

Section 2.2.7, «Connecting a Two-Wire

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.

Switch/router

LAN/www

(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)

(MX-NPA-PoE)

LAN/Power

RJ45

Camera

RJ45

PC/Power

Power supply

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

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(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)

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.

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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.

PoE adapter

Power supply

(MX-NPA-PoE)

LAN/Power

RJ45

Camera

RJ45

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

RJ45

PC/Power

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.

LAN/www

PoE/PoE+ switch/

router

IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example

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!

IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example

Camera

(10.8.0.99)

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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

2 3.84W–6.49W

3 6.49W–12.95W

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.

again once the peripheral devices have been disconnected from the camera and the camera has been restarted.

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

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

In this case, the camera will only be accessible

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

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.

Follow the ins tructions in the Power

3. over Ethernet (PoE) dialog, which will guide you through t he PoE conﬁguration steps.

Next, restart the camera: Disconnect

4. the came ra from the powe r supply. Then reconnect it, for example, by disconnecting and then reconnecting the Ethernet cable at the PoE 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.

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LED default settings:

1 Power (on),

Error (ashes)

2 Recording (ashes)

•

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

Section 3.2.4, «Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings»

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, MxManagementCenter, 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.

, respectively).

1. Start

2. Key

3. Ready

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3 OPERATING THE CAMERA

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview

Download the free-of-charge MxManagementCenter software at www. mobotix.com

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, Macintosh, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX application MxManagementCenter. Follow these steps to set up the camera:

1. Connect the camera to the network.

Power is supplied directly via the Ethernet cable (see

Power Connection»

Establish a connection to the camera and adjust the network settings, if required.

By factory default, MOBOTIX cameras are booting as DHCP client with an additional ﬁxed IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (e.g., 10.16.0.128). Local computer net works usually have IP addresses in the 172 or 192 ranges. Depending on whether a DHCP server is present on the local network (e.g., a DSL router) or if the network has been set up to use ﬁxed IP addresses, there are several possibilities for establishing a connection to the camera and to change its network parameters:

• Network with DHCP server

– Using a browser:

If you know the IP address that the DHCP server assigned to the camera, simply enter that address in the browser address bar to directly connect to the camera (see

– Using MxManagementCenter:

With MxManagementCenter, you can show and integrate the camera without having to know its current IP address (see

Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxMC»

• Network with ﬁxed IP addresses

In order to access the camera, it must have an IP address within the range of the local network. To set the camera’s network parameters, you can use one of these methods:

– Manually using a browser:

First, you need to change the network parameters of your computer (see

Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser»

and following …).

)

Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser»

Section 2.7, «Network and

Section 3.2.3, «First Images and

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– Integration into MxManagementCenter with automatic adjustment of the

camera’s IP address:

The camera is displayed in MxManagementCenter despite the fact that the IP address is not part of the local network. The application allows reconﬁgur ing the network parameters accordingly (see

Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxMC»

3. Conﬁgure the camera.

Using the web-based user interface or MxManagementCenter.

Section 3.2.3, «First Images and

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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 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

• Automatic setup using MxManagementCenter (see

Section 3.2.1

)

Section 3.2.3

Section 3.2.2

)

Note

For the following examples, we will use a camera with the factory address 10.8.0.99. 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.

Hint:

Brieﬂy pressing the L key with the magnetic side of the custom tool will prompt the camera to announce its current IP address on the camera speaker (see the ﬁgure in

Section 2.7.6, «Camera Startup Sequence»

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser

). If

Entry in "Subnet mask" eld:

255.0.0.0

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 Properties opens the dialog box

shown.

2. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On the General tab, activa te the option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range in this ﬁeld (for example, 10.8.0.11 ).

Once all dialo g boxes have bee n closed, the computer

3. will have the IP address 10.8.0.11.

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Windows 8.1:

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, 10.8.0.11 ).

Once all dialo g boxes have bee n closed, the computer

3. will have the IP address 10.8.0.11.

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

2. Select Ethernet. In the Conﬁguration ﬁeld, select

System Properties> Network.

Manual and enter a 10.x.x.x IP add ress (for example,

10.8.0.11 ).

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Entry in ”Subnet mask”

eld: 255.0.0.0

Click Apply on the botto m right-hand s ide of the dialo g

3. box to ass ign the computer the IP address 10.8.0.11.

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). Clicking Enter displays the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera (see also

Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»

2. Click o n the Admin Menu softbutton in the u ser interface of the MO BOTIX came ra. The Quick Installation starts automatically once the

admin

user has logged on.

Section 3.2.2, «First

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

Admin Menu > Network Setup > Quick Installation

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the

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

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.

Admin Menu > Network

(see also

Quick Installation

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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.

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Camera views

Quick controls

Softbuttons

Note

Default access data for the administration menu

• User name: admin

• Password: meinsm

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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

M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera

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

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.

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.

(for

Note

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1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 M15 AllroundDual

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics

1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module

1.1.3 Advantages and New Features

1.1.4 Decentralized Video System

1.1.5 Green IP Video

1.2.1 M15 Lens Options

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

1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module)

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

1.3.3 Sensor Modules L10-L12*

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

1.3.5 Sensor Modules L270-L320*

1.3.6 M15 Kits “Day/Night”

1.4 Available Accessories

1.4.1 Polarization Filter

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight)

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled)

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket

1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch

1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box

1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module

1.4.12 Mx2wire+ Media Converter

1.4.13 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit

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

1.4.15 Other Accessories

1.5 MOBOTIX Sof tware

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Sof tware (Firmware)

1.5.2 MxManagementCenter

1.5.3 MOBOTIX App

2 INSTALLATION

2.1 Preparing the Installation

2.1.1 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules

2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS

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

2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection

2.2 First Installation Steps

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

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing

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

2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable

2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable

2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable

2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing

2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount

2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount

2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories)

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

2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card

2.7 Network and Power Connection

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M15 with Patch Cables

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch

2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products

2.7.5 Variable PoE

2.7.6 Camera Startup Sequence

3 OPERATING THE CAMERA

3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser

3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser