Mobotix MX-M25-D016, MX-M25-BOD1 User Manual

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M25 Camera Manual

Security-Vision-Systems

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The M25 series from MOBOTIX oers extremely compact, cost-eective and exceptionally powerful
6MP allround cameras with the widest range of lenses, including panorama version. Fully equipped
with IP66-certified housing and long-term internal storage on a MicroSD card.

M25 Allround B036 to B500

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Innovations - Made in Germany

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

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

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Contents

CONTENTS

1 Product Overview 10

1.1 M25 Allround 10

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics 10

1.2 M25 with Special Lens Hemispheric B016 20

1.2.1 Advantages and New Features 26

1.2.2 Decentralized Video System 28

1.2.3 Green IP Video 30

1.3 Technical Specifications 32

1.3.1 Lens Options 32

1.3.2 Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 34

1.3.3 Software Features 35

1.3.4 Technical Data 36

1.4 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 38

1.4.1 M25 Camera 38

1.4.2 Dimensions for Wall Installation 42

1.4.3 Dimensions for Ceiling Installation 42

1.4.4 Dimensions of Wall Mount 43

1.4.5 Drilling Template Wall and Ceiling Mount 43

1.5 Available Accessories 44

1.5.1 Lens Cover with Glass Pane 44

1.5.2 Pole Mount 44

1.5.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Straight/Angled) 44

1.5.4 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled) 45

1.5.5 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket 45

1.5.6 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch 45

1.5.7 NPA-PoE-Set 45

1.5.8 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 46

1.5.9 MX-NPA-Box 46

1.5.10 MX-GPS-Box 46

1.5.11 MX-232-IO-Box 47

1.5.12 ExtIO Expansion Module 47

1.5.13 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 47

1.5.14 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit 48

1.5.15 Other Accessories 48

1.6 MOBOTIX Software 49

1.6.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 49

1.6.2 MxManagementCenter 50

1.6.3 MOBOTIX App 51

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2 Installation 52

2.1 Preparing the Installation 52

2.1.1 Mounting Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole 52

2.1.2 Mounting with Hemispheric Lens B016 55

2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS 58

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

2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 60

2.2 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 61

2.2.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount 61

2.3 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount 65

2.3.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount 65

2.4 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessory) 69

2.4.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) 70

2.5 Adjusting the Camera and Exchanging the Lens 74

2.5.1 Adjusting the Camera 74

2.5.2 Correcting the Image Horizon (for B016 Lens Only) 74

2.5.3 Exchanging the Lens 75

2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card 76

2.6.1 Removing the MicroSD Card 76

2.6.2 Inserting the MicroSD Card 77

2.7 Network and Power Connection 78

2.7.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply 78

2.7.2 Network Cabling For M25 With Patch Cables 78

2.7.3 Power Supply Using a Switch 79

2.7.4 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 80

2.7.5 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products 80

2.7.6 Connecting a USB Cable 81

2.7.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable 82

2.7.8 Variable PoE 83

2.7.9 Camera Startup Sequence 84

3 Operating the Camera 86

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation– Overview 86

3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings 88

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser 88

3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser 91

3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC 93

3.2.4 Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings 96

3.2.5 Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 97

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3.3 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 98

3.3.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function 98

3.3.2 Full Image Recording 100

3.3.3 Special M25 Configuration in the Browser 102

3.4 MicroSD Card Recording 109

3.4.1 Introduction 109

3.4.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 111

3.4.3 Activating MicroSD Card Recording 112

3.4.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 113

3.4.5 Deactivating Card Recording 113

3.4.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Dierent MOBOTIX Camera 113

3.4.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 114

3.5 Configuration in the Browser 115

3.5.1 Overview 115

3.5.2 General Browser Settings 117

3.6 Additional Notes 119

3.6.1 Protecting the Camera Against Condensation 119

3.6.2 Password for the Admin Menu 120

3.6.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone 121

3.6.4 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 121

3.6.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings 121

3.6.6 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection 121

3.6.7 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 121

3.6.8 Deactivating the Camera Reboot 122

3.6.9 Browser 122

3.6.10 Cleaning the Camera and Lens 122

3.6.11 Legal Notes 122

3.6.12 Safety Warnings 123

3.6.13 Online Help in the Browser 124

3.6.14 Declaration of Conformity 124

3.6.15 Disposal 124

3.6.16 Disclaimer 124

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Legal Notes

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 M25, 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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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
ules to the MxBus connector

attached modules must not exceed 3W

PoE class2

If

exceed 1W!

Never touch the lens: Due to the high performance of the M25, 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 the
lens cover.

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

must

not exceed 2.5W

and

the USB connector, the

,

if the camera is powered by PoE class3

. When attaching mod-

power consumption of all

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M25 Camera Manual

FOREWORD

Dear MOBOTIX customer,

Congratulations on your decision to purchase a professional and modern

HiRes network camera “Made in Germany”! The robust and versatile M25 is
a cost-ecient and professional mono camera solution with interchangeable
lenses for indoor and outdoor applications (IP66). You can select from a wide

range of lenses, from Hemispheric to Super Wide-Angle to Tele lenses (now

up to 320mm) and CSVario lens. Add to that the proven advantages that are

inherent to the MOBOTIX concept, such as the integrated event, alarm and telephone

features and the modern long-term storage directly in the camera with all of its benefits.

The weatherproof MxBus and MiniUSB interfaces of the camera allow attaching

MOBOTIX interface boxes and standard devices, such as 3G/UMTS modems, external

storage devices, etc. The integrated SD card flash storage is easily exchanged for larger

storage requirements, providing for secure long-term storage.

The introduction of the newest image sensor technology with increased light sensitivity
in combination with the new HD Premium lenses (f/1.8) provides brilliant images with
image sizes of up to 3072x2048 pixels, thus delivering color images of higher quality
under lowlight conditions.

You can download the MxManagementCenter video management software for
MOBOTIX cameras from the MOBOTIX website: www.mobotix.com > Support >
Software Downloads. For the iPad, iPhone and iPod touch iOS devices, MOBOTIX oers
the MOBOTIX App, a free-of-charge mobile solution that is easily found when searching
for “MOBOTIX AG” in the App Store.

If you have any questions, our support and international sales sta are available at
[e-mail]

from Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm (German time).

We would like to thank you for your trust and wish you all the best with your new MOBOTIX
camera M25 Allround!

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M25 Allround B036 to B500

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1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 M25 Allround

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics

Model Variants

B036 to B500 B016 CSVario

The M25 is available with dierent feature sets. By default, the M25 is equipped with either
a color or a Black&White image sensor (Day/Night) and an B041 Super Wide-Angle
lens (horizontal angle of view of 90°). If desired, the camera can be fitted with one of
seven other lenses with horizontal angles of view of 8°, 15°, 31°, 45°, 60°, 103° and
180° or it is available as a special version with CS Vario lens. Every M25 comes with a pre-

installed and formatted MicroSD card and a VarioFlex mount for fast and easy installation.

Due to its extreme distortion, the M25 with the B016 Fisheye lens is especially challenging
where the adjustment of hardware and software is concerned. For this reason, the lenses

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of the B016 variant are not interchangeable. The fine-tuning of the lens at the factory is an
extremely laborious and precise process and the setting should not be changed any more.

Complete HiRes Video Solutions by MOBOTIX

As opposed to conventional solutions, MOBOTIX cameras with their decentralized approach
oer so much more – state-of-the-art, network-based video security technology that increases
operating eciency and yields a high degree of every-day usefulness.

Extraordinary Picture Quality

Image quality is the one key criterion of a security camera. Due to their internal video analysis
and data storage capabilities, the decentralized MOBOTIX systems are independent of the
available network bandwidth. As a result, the system provides for eciently storing and
managing the video streams of a virtually unlimited number of cameras with the highest
resolution at a reasonable cost.

6 Megapixel Image Sensors (6MP)

MOBOTIX cameras possess high-resolution image sensors with 6megapixel resolution and
excellent light sensitivity, which translates into more details when zooming and more clear­cut advantages for every user. By using the 6MP technology in their color and black&white
image sensors, MOBOTIX cameras deliver convincing image quality and details even in
bad weather and under lowlight conditions. Another important plus: thanks to its internal
pre-processing of the image data, the camera can generate video streams with up to
30 frames per second.

6MP Image Format: 3 Times More Detail Than Full HD

The 6MP sensor has a resolution of 3072x2048 pixels on both day and night sensors. This
means that the full image information is available in the live image and in the recordings.

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Low Light Conditions– No Problem

The maximum resolution of the color and black&white image sensors is 6megapixels.
The higher light sensitivity of the new color image sensors now allow using MOBOTIX color
cameras around the clock even when the illumination is low.

MxLEO: Exposure Optimization and Reduced Image Noise

MxLEO– the MOBOTIX Lowlight Exposure Optimization– is an innovative technology that
provides an entirely new experience in digital image optimization in all cameras running
firmware 4.1.9 and higher. On the one hand, the improved light sensitivity of the MOBOTIX
6MP sensors drastically reduces exposure times. MxLEO, the exposure and image optimi
zation program especially developed for these conditions, on the other hand, generates
perceptibly better and more detailed images especially under low-light conditions below
25Lux. Such conditions are typical at a parking lot at night that is illuminated by regular
lights (approx. 10 to 25Lux). Or in a building after hours, in which the emergency lights
are burning (approx. 5Lux). This significantly reduces motion blur that is typical of longer

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VarioFlex wall mount
with concealed cabling

perfectly covers ush-

mounted sockets

M25 Camera Manual: Product Overview

exposure times with little light and thus provides much more image detail (faces, license
plates, etc.) for proper identification.

Hemispheric Technology

Thanks to the fisheye technology with integrated distortion correction, MOBOTIX Hemispheric
cameras with their B016 lenses provide the perfect overview. Meaningful 180-degree
panorama images from wall-to-wall and from the floor to the ceiling don’t leave any
corners of the room unmonitored. In contrast to other systems, the correction of the dis
torted hemispheric image happens directly in the camera and not on the computer, thus
drastically reducing the size of the image before it is transferred and stored. This approach
reduces the network load and allows showing dozens of hemispheric cameras on a
computer or a smartphone.

Robust and Maintenance-Free

Thanks to its low power consumption of about 4.5 Watts
and the total absence of mechanically moving parts, the
M25 models feature a wide operating temperature range of
–30 to +50 °C/–22 to +122 °F. Since MOBOTIX cameras neither
fog up nor require heating, power can be supplied via the
network cabling using standard PoE products according to PoE
standard IEEE 802.3af. M25 models are absolutely dustproof
and resistant against water jets (IP66). In combination with the
supplied M25 wall and ceiling mount, you can use the camera in outdoor applications and
installation over flush-mounted sockets so that the cabling remains perfectly concealed.

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MOBOTIX ExtIO
(Function Extension)

A Master of Adaptability

The M25 models are accompanied by an extensive range of easily replaceable and
interchangeable lenses and a robust lens protector made of scratchproof special-purpose
plastic or glass. Application-optimized options for installation on walls, ceilings and poles, for
supplying power, or expanding the functions of the camera are also available. Furthermore,
MOBOTIX customers can take advantage of the professional video management software
MxManagementCenter free of charge and with an unlimited user and camera license.
If required, an M25 can even be upgraded to function as a powerful intercom system by
adding the MOBOTIX ExtIO module.

High-Resolution Sees More and Costs Less

One M25 equipped with a hemispheric or standard wide angle lens 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 mini
mizes system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power requirements
and number of recording devices required. All M25 cameras feature direct recording to

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integrated MicroSD cards or external USB drives and can therefore be used in standalone
operation without creating additional network load.

One Camera For Four Gas Station Lanes –

Long-Term Recording Without Additional Devices

Universal Application from Vacation Homes to Airports

MOBOTIX M25 cameras are suitable for use in large-scale facilities, such as airports, given
their unlimited scalability and high performance. However, they are equally suitable for
use in small commercial or private buildings thanks to their integrated event, storage,
alarm and telephony functions. In addition, MOBOTIX recommends the M25 with hemi

spheric B016 lens as a superb and inspiring webcam.

The Right Lens for Every Application

No MOBOTIX camera has ever had so many lens options! For the M25, MOBOTIX oers

seven lenses ranging from the 8° tele to the 180° Fisheye lens.

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MOBOTIX original
image of 180° pan­orama (B016 lens)

MOBOTIX original image

of 90° Super Wide-Angle

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MOBOTIX original
image of 180° pan­orama (B016 lens)

The software of an M25
equipped with an B036 or
B041 lens allows correct­ing the distorted image

M25 Camera Manual: Product Overview

In combination with the hemispheric B016 lens (180° horizontal angle of view), the M25
becomes a Hemispheric camera.

The M25-CSVario is an M25 model that is shipped with a CS mount and a compact
B045–100 1/2” Vario lens. To protect the lens against the weather, this version comes with
a longer lens cover and threads for an external filter. This cover will work for lenses, which
have a maximum diameter of 36mm and which are not longer than 43mm. Because
of the image sensor’s size of 1/2.5”, you can only use CS and C mount lenses (C mount
lenses with adapter ring) for 1/2.5” sensors or larger. In comparison with MOBOTIX fixed
lenses, Vario lenses are less robust and less reliable in the long run. For this reason, Vario
lenses are typically used in applications where recording conditions change frequently,
e.g., for surveillance of dierent construction sites.

MOBOTIX Standard Lenses Are Easily Exchanged

Note that you can change all lenses of the M25 yourself on site whenever necessary
(except the hemispheric B016 lens). The ordered lens is factory-aligned and quality-tested
in the camera, which makes on-site camera focusing unnecessary in most cases. Each
M25 is available for delivery with a lens of your choosing or no lens at all.

MOBOTIX original
image (B237 tele)

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The image area captured by the camera varies depending on the selected lens (see

Section 1.3, «Technical Specifications»

for example, almost an entire room can be recorded from one corner. An B237 Tele lens
enables an M25 with a high-resolution 6 megapixel sensor to clearly record a license
plate number, for example, from a distance of approximately 75meters.

Or even the serial number of a bill from a distance of 2m/6ft.

). With a Super Wide Angle lens (e.g., B041 with 90°),

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MOBOTIX original
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Quick and easy naviga­tion with a USB joystick

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Virtual PTZ (vPTZ) – Without Motor

The M25 can also zoom in on details. This vPTZ function (virtual Pan, Tilt, Zoom)

is a standard feature in the integrated M25 camera software. The image

from the hemispheric camera 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.

vPTZ

Depending on the platform used to operate the camera (Internet browser,
MxManagementCenter), the vPTZ function may work in a dierent manner. When using
MxManagementCenter specific software tools and an optional joystick make virtually
zooming, panning and tilting much more comfortable. Even if you are using only an Internet
Explorer (with activated ActiveX plug-in), you can use an optionally attached joystick.

vPTZ

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Live Image Stored Full Image Analysis in Full Image

Simultaneous Corrected Live Image and Full Image Recording

All conventional, motorized PTZ cameras only store the image that is currently viewed as
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. For this reason, MOBOTIX has added the new full image
recording feature to the M25. This 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 or image correction. When examining the recorded images, the
vPTZ features again come into play, as they allow zooming the visible image and using
the pan/tilt features to examine every corner of the recorded full image.

Example: The persons highlighted by the red circles in the center image would not have
been recorded by a regular PTZ camera; the full image recording of the M25 in this example
allows determining the exact time at which these persons had entered the image area
recorded by the camera. A browser (Internet Explorer with MxPEG ActiveX plug-in) or
MxManagementCenter can be used to examine the recorded sequences.

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Integrated vPTZ func­tions allow the com­plete stored full image
to be analyzed at a
later point in time (in
MxManagementCenter)

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MicroSD card already
integrated in the camera.

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Internal DVR

The M25 features direct recording to the integrated MicroSD card,
which makes the camera 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 overloading the network whatsoever. Old
recordings can be overwritten automatically or automatically deleted
after a specified period of time. When using a 16GB SD card, for
example, the camera can store more than a quarter million event
images in VGA format (640x480). For security reasons, the camera
can even encrypt the stored data.

Power failures are not an issue, since the video and image sequences remain safely
stored on the SD card. Access to stored video sequences is possible at any time from
the camera user interface in the browser or MxManagementCenter. If you would like to
archive sequences, you can export the required data to a PC or USB stick for evidence
purposes, for example.

MxActivitySensor Video Motion Analysis: Secure Detection, Avoiding False Alarms

Regardless if there are large objects in the foreground or small objects in the background–
MxActivitySensor will only trigger video recording and alarm messaging if something
important is happening. Interference such as trees shaking in the wind, moving shadows
and clouds and snow falling will no longer lead to false alarms. Since all of this is filtered
automatically, all that remains is to set the direction of movement of objects that should
trigger alarms.

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1.2 M25 with Special Lens Hemispheric B016

Equipped with the 180° B016 lens, an entire room can be ideally monitored using only one
M25, which replaces the time-consuming and expensive installation of several standard
cameras. The overview image provided by a single M25, which may be personalized in a
number of ways according to specific user requirements, not only reduces the number of
required cameras, but also minimizes the system costs by reducing the wiring complexity,
emergency power requirements and number of recording devices required.

B016 Lens: High-Resolution 180° 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 new panorama function of the M25 with the B016
lens delivers a widescreen, corrected image of a high-resolution 180° allround view. High
image quality is achieved through the use of a six-megapixel color sensor and the new
hemispheric lens of the M25.

With approximately 0.6 megapixels (1280x480 pixels), an M25 panorama image only
requires a fraction of the original data volume or bandwidth of a 6MP full image (3072x2048
pixels).

Corrected image after
panorama correction

Economical bandwidth
usage due to smaller,

camera-corrected

images (no loss of
image information)

6MP full image (3072x2048 pixels)

Panorama image with 0.6 megapixels (1280x480 pixels)

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M25 with Special Lens Hemispheric B016

The factory default setting of an M25 with an B016 lens is a
high-resolution 180° panorama image, in which parts of
the protective cover are still visible in the upper right and left
corners of the image.

Optimizing the M25 Panorama Image

In order to hide the protective cover in the panorama image, all that is often required is
the “panorama correction” function, which has already been integrated into the camera
software (controlling the camera via a web browser). Tilted vertical lines (if the camera is
mounted at an angle) may be optically straightened to the image edges using this func
tion (see

Section 3.5

from the image.

). A welcome side eect of this is that the protective cover disappears

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Original full image

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If this measure does not work in some
special cases (camera tilt of approxi

­mately 0°), the protective cover can be
removed from the image by zooming
and, if necessary, by using the purely
software-based downward panning
function. 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.

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180° panorama image
after the panorama
correction function
has been applied

Section 3.5

more details and informa­tion on how the panorama
and horizon correction
works (correct distor­tion in the image and
position horizontally)

provides

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B016 Lens: Panorama Focus – One Camera, Three Views

Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image: the M25
is capable of providing two more views simultaneously with the 180° panorama, allowing
you to focus on two scenes in parallel (“Panorama Focus” display mode).

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MOBOTIX original
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Original full image

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B016 Lens: Double Panorama for a Simultaneous View in Two Directions

The “Double Panorama” display mode provides a panorama image of both halves of the
area captured by the full image. 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 – a superb overview for the user.

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B016 Lens: Surround View (Quad View)

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The “Surround” display mode of the M25 replaces four cameras all at once and simultane
ously delivers four dierent directions “at a glance.” If the camera is installed in the ceiling
and is looking straight down, all four cardinal directions can be displayed, for example.

Surround view: Quad

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 cam
era operation, the M25 can store, in addition to the
preset standard views, a total of 256 user-defined
camera views using the vPTZ function, which can
easily be brought up using joystick keys or softbut
tons. Besides being able to manually move the virtual
camera to specific positions and zoom settings, the
camera can also “move” automatically. It does so by
moving through the standard views or by showing
the first 16 saved camera views (one after the other
like in a slide show).

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vPTZ & Zoom

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Original image M25:
Each of the four
views can be modi-

ed individually

Original full image

vPTZ & Zoom

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B016 Lens: Full Image and Normal View

In addition to Panorama, Double Panorama, Panorama Focus and Surround views, the M25
image can 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 within seconds.

Original Fisheye image: Full Image

Corrected image section: Normal

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B016 Lens: Factory Settings of the Standard Views for a Wall Installation

In order to fully exploit the potential of the M25 in the desired view, it may be necessary
to adjust the factory settings using the integrated vPTZ function. We have summarized the
factory default settings of a wall-mounted M25 with an B016 lens (with a downward tilt
of approx. 15°, 2.7m high) here in order to give you a good idea of what to expect once
the camera has been installed.

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Full image (left)
and "Panorama" dis­play mode (right)

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Full image (left) and
"Double Panorama"
display mode (right)

Full image (left) and
"Panorama/Focus"
display mode (right)

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Full image (left)

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M25 Camera Manual: Product Overview

1.2.1 Advantages and New Features

The high-resolution M25 Allround is a universally deployable, highly innovative and eas­ily concealable camera system. A powerful successor to the M24M, the M25 features a
six-megapixel image sensor and is clearly superior to its predecessor in terms of image
quality and frame rate.

Smooth HiRes Video Streams

The modified hardware of the M25 transmits the camera‘s video streams even more
smoothly than the high-performance M24M, 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 1280x960) 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 M25 oers the best
MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided
by the six-megapixel color sensor that is many times over than that of the previously used
color sensors and the new MxLEO exposure control.

More Details When Zooming

The maximum zoom factor of the M25 is 1.41 times higher than that of the M24M due to
the use of six-megapixel technology. This means that the degree of detail provided by
the camera has improved by 41 percent. As a result, a M25 can now be installed even
further away than before from the objects and areas to be monitored.

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Black&White Image Sensor with 6Megapixels

You can now order the M25 with a six-megapixel night sensor that can deliver black and
white images with up to 6MP resolution. This results in larger images than those delivered
by a 1.3-megapixel sensor with a perceptibly higher degree of details.

MxActivitySensor

The M25 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 M25 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).

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M25 Camera Manual: Product Overview

1.2.2 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.

Thanks to its integrated sensors, MOBOTIX cameras such as the M25 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.

The M25 is 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 especially when they are subject to strong vibrations.

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

In the event of an alarm, MOBOTIX M25 cameras can also record lip-synchronous audio.
The cameras therefore play an important role in analyzing and clarifying a situation. Thanks
to an integrated speaker and microphone, each individual camera can also be used for
bidirectional communication (two-way video communication), so you can easily use the
MOBOTIX App with your iPhone or iPad on the road.

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6 Megapixels

MOBOTIX Camera

CMOS

Image Analysis

CPU

MicroSD

Recording

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

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

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

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

MOBOTIX System

Decentralized and Safe

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Recording Software

Integrated MicroSD

Storage on Computer

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1.2.3 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 +50 °C/–22 to +122 °F.

Modern

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

High Resolution

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

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Sustainable

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

Forward-Looking

Even previous camera models can be easily updated and then oer new functionalities.
Remote updates via 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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