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S15 Camera Manual

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Security-Vision-Systems

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.

MOBOTIX AG • D-67722 Langmeil • Phone: +49-6302-9816-103 • Fax: +49-6302-9816-190 • sales@mobotix.com

Discreet. Flexible. Hemispheric.

With the S15D FlexMount, two sensor modules featuring microphones are connected to a concealed camera housing via cables up to 2m/6.6ft long. Two adjacent rooms can be discreetly monitored with just one camera.

up to 2 m/6.6 ft cable

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MOBOTIX Seminars

MOBOTIX o ers inexpensive seminars that include workshops and practical exercises.

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

MOBOTIX

, the MX logo,

MxControlCenter, MxEasy

and

MxPEG

are trademarks of MOBOTIX AG registered in the European Union, the U.S.A., and other countries.

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and

Windows Server

are registered trademarks

of Microsoft Corporation.

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, the

Bonjour logo, the Bonjour icon,

iPod

and

iTunes

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in the U.S.A. and other countries.

iPhone, iPad, iPad mini

and

iPod touch

are Apple

Inc. trademarks.

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

mentioned herein are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective owners.

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Contents

1 Product Overview 10

1.1 S15 FlexMount 10

1.1.1 S15M FlexMount Camera 12

1.1.2 S15D FlexMount Dual Camera 13

1.1.3 Advantages and New Features 16

1.1.4 Hemispheric Technology 18

1.1.5 Decentralized Video System 22

1.1.6 Green IP Video 24

1.2 Technical Speciﬁcations 25

1.2.1 S15 Lens Options 25

1.2.2 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 28

1.2.3 Camera Variants– Software Features 29

1.2.4 Technical Data 30

1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 34

1.3.1 S15D Core (Base Module) 34

1.3.2 L12 Sensor Module 40

1.3.3 Sensor Modules L23*, L25, L51 42

1.3.4 Sensor Modules L35, L76, L160 44

1.3.5 BlockFlexMounts L12, L23*, L25, L38, L51, L76, L160, L320 46

1.3.6 BlockFlexMount CSVario L24–54 48

1.3.7 Thermal Sensor Modules L43, L65, L135 50

1.3.8 S15M 52

1.4 Available Accessories 58

1.4.1 Extension for Sensor Module 58

1.4.2 Ceiling/Wall Installation Set 58

1.4.3 Connection Cable for Sensor Module 58

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Straight/Straight or Straight/Angled) 58

1.4.5 MiniUSB Cable to USB a Socket 59

1.4.6 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch 59

1.4.7 NPA-PoE-Set 59

1.4.8 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 59

1.4.9 MX-NPA-Box 60

1.4.10 MX-GPS-Box 60

1.4.11 MX-232-IO-Box 60

1.4.12 ExtIO Expansion Module 61

1.4.13 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 61

1.4.14 AudioMount 61

1.4.15 DualMount 62

1.4.16 SurroundMount 62

1.4.17 HaloMount 62

1.4.18 SpeakerMount 63

1.4.19 PTMount 63

1.4.20 Other Accessories 63

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1.5 MOBOTIX Software 65

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 65

1.5.2 MxControlCenter 66

1.5.3 MxEasy 67

1.5.4 MOBOTIX App 68

2 Installation 70

2.1 Determining the Installation Position 70

2.1.1 Positioning a Hemispheric Camera 71

2.1.2 S15D FlexMount Installation Options 76

2.1.3 S15M FlexMount Installation Options 83

2.2 Before Mounting 84

2.2.1 Overview of Cable Connections 84

2.2.2 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply 86

2.2.3 Network Connection with MOBOTIX Patch Cable 87

2.2.4 Network Connection with Installation Cable 88

2.2.5 Using Sensor Modules (S15D Only) 88

2.2.6 Using the MiniUSB Cable 88

2.2.7 Using MxBus Modules 89

2.2.8 External Audio Support (Microphone/Speaker) 89

2.2.9 Replacing the MicroSD Card 90

2.2.10 Tools Required for Installation 90

2.2.11 Preparatory Steps 91

2.3 Installing the S15D FlexMount 92

2.3.1 Attaching the S15D Base Module 92

2.3.2 Attaching and Connecting the S15D Sensor Modules 93

2.3.3 Plugging in and Removing Extensions 94

2.3.4 Connecting Network Cables and Additional S15D Cables 95

2.4 Installing the S15M FlexMount 96

2.4.1 Connecting Network Cables and Additional S15M Cables 96

2.4.2 Attaching the S15M Camera Housing 96

2.5 Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 98

2.5.1 Network Cabling for S15 with Patch Cables 98

2.5.2 Network Cabling for S15 with Installation Cables 99

2.5.3 Connecting Additional Cables 101

2.5.4 Power Supply Using a Switch 102

2.5.5 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 103

2.5.6 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products 103

2.5.7 Variable PoE 104

2.5.8 Camera Startup Sequence 105

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3 Operating the Camera 106

3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation 106

3.1.1 Manually Using a Computer in the 10.x.x.x IP Address Range 107

3.1.2 Automatically Using MxControlCenter or MxEasy 108

3.1.3 Automatically Using DHCP 109

3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings 110

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser 110

3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser 112

3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxControlCenter 114

3.2.4 First Images and Network Parameter Conﬁguration in MxEasy 119

3.2.5 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 122

3.2.6 Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 123

3.3 Adjusting Lens Focus and Inserting a Filter 124

3.3.1 Adjusting Lens Focus (L76/L160 Only) 124

3.3.2 Inserting a Filter 125

3.4 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 126

3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function 126

3.4.2 Full Image Recording 128

3.4.3 Special S15 Conﬁguration in the Browser 130

3.5 MicroSD Card Recording 140

3.5.1 Introduction 140

3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 142

3.5.3 Activating MicroSD Card Recording 143

3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 144

3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording 144

3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Dierent MOBOTIX Camera 145

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 145

3.6 Conﬁguration in the Browser 146

3.6.1 Overview 146

3.6.2 General Browser Settings 148

3.6.3 Settings When Using Thermal Sensor Modules 149

3.7 Special Case: Setting Up an S15 FlexMount as a Door Station 150

3.7.1 Installation 150

3.7.2 Execute Auto Conﬁguration 151

3.7.3 Setting Up an S15 as a Door Station 152

3.8 Additional Notes 153

3.8.1 Do Not Sharply Bend the Connection Cables to the Sensor Modules 153

3.8.2 Reduced Weather Protection When Installing Upside-Down 153

3.8.3 Password for the Admin Menu 153

3.8.4 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone 154

3.8.5 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address 154

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3.8.6 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings 154

3.8.7 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection 154

3.8.8 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 155

3.8.9 Deactivating the Camera Reboot 155

3.8.10 Browser 155

3.8.11 Cleaning the Camera and Lens 155

3.8.12 Legal Notes 156

3.8.13 Safety Warnings 156

3.8.14 Online Help in the Browser 157

3.8.15 RoHS Declaration 157

3.8.16 Disposal 157

3.8.17 Disclaimer 158

Manufacturer 159

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 S15, the recording of video and sound data may be subject to special documentation or it may be prohibited. All users of MOBOTIX products are therefore required to familiarize themselves with all valid regulations and comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is not liable for any illegal use of its products.

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Safety Warnings

Installation Instructions:

•

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

• Make sure to install this product as shown in

Chapter 2, «Installation»

of this

manual.

•

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

tion of all attached

MxBus modules

must

not exceed 3W

. When attaching modules

to the MxBus connector

and

the USB connector, the

power consumption of all

attached modules must not exceed 4W

if the camera is powered by PoE class3

PoE class2

is used,

the power consumption of all attached modules must not

exceed 1W!

If thermal sensor modules are used with this camera,

PoE Class3 is

required

and

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

must not exceed 1W

Never touch the dome or the protective lens covers: Due to the high performance of the S15, 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.

Only exchange sensor modules when powered o: Make sure that the camera‘s power supply has been disconnected before attempting to exchange any sensor modules.

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

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FOREWORD

Dear MOBOTIX customer,

Congratulations on purchasing a professional and state-of-the-art HiRes network camera “Made in Germany.” MOBOTIX is proud to present the S15 FlexMount, a weatherproof and ﬂexible system (IP65) characterized above all by its extremely discreet installation options.

In the dual camera S15D variant one or two sensor modules (lens with a sensor board, LEDs and microphone) are connected to the base module using cables that can be up to 2 meters long. The ﬂat housing with integrated long-term ﬂash memory and external connectors (Ethernet, MiniUSB, MxBus, audio) can be installed discreetly and with optimal protection behind a wall or ceiling panel so that only the lenses are visible in the room. All in all, 12 dierent sensor modules are available: from tele lens to Hemispheric, each available as day or night models, in black or white. In addition, the LPF (“Long Pass Filter”) variants of the night models have been designed for special requirements (such as number plate recognition).

The BlockFlexMounts represent the same sensor modules in a dierent housing that has been designed especially for integration into any given structure or device. The additional mounting options (DualMount, SurroundMount, HaloMount, PTMount) provide the highest ﬂexibility when installing the modules.

When using the Thermal Sensor Modules, the S15 can use its state-of-the-art video sensors to reliably detect movements even in total darkness. Thanks to their precision of 50mK (0.02°C), these sensors oer a degree of detail that is by far superior than comparable products.

The S15M camera variant has a hemispheric sensor module (day or night) that is integrated into the camera housing. This camera can also be placed discreetly and securely behind walls and ceilings or stainless steel panels (using the AudioMount, for example). If a speaker is required, why not use the SpeakerMount for easy installation into ceilings or walls.

The latest ﬁve-megapixel sensor modules with increased light sensitivity ensure brilliant QXGA live images, which can now be enlarged even further and show clear color images, even under low lighting conditions. A single black and white sensor module also delivers high-resolution QXGA images at night.

The MxEasy and MxControlCenter 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. MOBOTIX also pro

vides mobile solution for the iPad, iPhone and iPod Touch mobile iOS devices. Search for “MOBOTIX” 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).

We would like to thank you for your trust and wish you all the best with your new MOBOTIX camera S15 FlexMount.

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S15D – One Camera, Two Surveillance Areas:

Indoor Entrance Area (Left) and Outdoor Entrance Area (Right)

180° Panorama180° Panorama

S15M – Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Module for Concealed

Installation Behind a Wall or Ceiling Panel

180° Panorama

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1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 S15 FlexMount

Perfect When Discretion Is Needed

Some application scenarios beneﬁt from a surveillance camera that is present, but does not attract attention. Available in both single-lens and dual versions, the cameras feature a discreet appearance, enabling a ﬂexible range of applications.

The easily concealable camera housing makes every S15 system the ideal solution wher

ever discreet design and appearance are paramount. Digital network cameras without mechanical moving parts require low maintenance. In addition, they are silent when panning and focusing on a speciﬁc image area. As a result, typical applications for these cameras are installations in hotels and restaurants, public and private buildings, waiting rooms, showrooms, parking garages, storage rooms and exhibition booths.

Fast, Simple Cabling

The MOBOTIX S15 FlexMount requires just one cable for data and power to connect to a PoE switch and thereby to any expandable Ethernet network. There are two options for a weatherproof connection of the network cable to the housing. A MOBOTIX patch cable up to 10meters in length can be plugged externally into the housing from below and secured with a weatherproof bayonet catch, or the eight individual strands of the installation cable can be attached directly to the LSA cutting clamp inside the camera housing.

A number of additional devices can be used together with the S15. They are connected via a network switch or directly to the camera housing via a MxBus or MiniUSB cable (for example, ExtIO, MOBOTIX interface boxes, audio devices, ﬂash drives or UMTS/WiFi USB modems). If the network switch also features an Internet connection, it can be used for encrypted access to the camera footage from anywhere in the world.

The entire camera plus cables and sensor modules are weatherproof () and operate in a temperature range of –30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F. Because the S15 never fogs up and does not require any heating, it can be operated all year round with power supplied via a standard PoE network cable. Power consumption is less than ﬁve watts.

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Note

S15D Complete Sets

MOBOTIX also oers fully equipped

S15D sets

with one or two sensor modules. For more information, see the MOBOTIX webseite (www.mobotix.com) or contact your MOBOTIX partner directly.

Ethernet patch cable

MiniUSB

PoE switch

2m/6.6ft cable

Sensor modules including status LEDs and microphone

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1.1.1 S15M FlexMount Camera

Almost Completely Concealable Hemispheric Camera

The S15M is the compact single-lens version of the S15 series (M = mono). With this version, (only one) hemispheric L12 lens is screwed directly to the camera housing, which can be concealed behind a cover or cladding (for example, stainless steel) up to 6.4mm in thickness. Thicker surfaces may also be suitable for mounting the if they can be hollowed out accordingly.

New Five-Megapixel Images Sensors In The Day Or Night Model

The S15M features a high-resolution ﬁve-megapixel color or black and white sensor for installation under all lighting conditions (day = color, night = black and white). If needed, external microphone and/or speaker units can be directly connected to the camera via suitable IO terminals.

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1.1.2 S15D FlexMount Dual Camera

Dual Images Up to Six Megapixels in Size

The S15D (D = dual), the second version, features one or two sensor modules, each with an integrated microphone and two status LEDs, which can be connected to the core module via

cables up to 2meters long. The sensor modules are supplied preassembled for ceiling or wall mounting. The visible external part of the sensor module is available in white or black, enabling it to blend into most installation environments.

The S15D features up to two ﬁve-megapixel HiRes image sensors, which can be combined to output a color dual image up to six megapixels in size. The system can be ﬁtted with two day and two night sensor modules or with one day and one night sensor module. The maximum frame rate can be up to 30 frames per second, depending on the resolution selected.

On www.mobotix.com go to Products > S15 FlexMount and open the basket. It contains a Product Congurator, Use this to order the required parts in any of the available colors.

2m cable

Each with one integrated microphone

and two status LEDs

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Day and Night Sensor in One Camera

The dierence between a MOBOTIX day/night camera and the standard versions is primarily that it continuously uses two adjacent sensor modules rather than relying on a mechanical ﬁlter switch, which can be costly to maintain. The other advantage is much better image quality in poor lighting conditions, as the camera uses a real infrared-sensitive, blackand-white image sensor instead of the usual color sensor with electronic color fade-out, whereby the infrared sensitivity is reduced through integrated color ﬁlters.

Double Hemispheric Camera S15D

When an S15D with two hemispheric sensor modules is deployed, they can be installed in dierent mounting positions (ceiling, wall, ﬂoor), even in dierent rooms, if needed. Each sensor module oers the full range of functions provided by a hemispheric camera. The day/night versions of the sensor modules can be freely combined in installation (including automatic day/night switching for the same viewing angle).

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Separate Housing and Lens Installation – Weatherproof According to IP65

The ﬂat housing of the S15 FlexMount, including long-term ﬂash memory (MicroSD card up to 64GB) and all internal and external connectors (Ethernet, MiniUSB, MxBus, microphone, speaker), can be installed discreetly and with optimal protection behind a wall or ceiling panel. Only the small round fronts of the sensor modules, which are 50mm in diameter, are visible in the room.

Mounting the recessed sensor modules of the S15D is extremely easy: Plug the connec

tion cable into the sensor module and secure it with the bayonet catch, attach the hinged ferrite, drill a circular hole (diameter: at least 43mm), feed through the cable and sensor module from the front, secure it with a nut, plug the connection cable into the core mod

ule and secure it. You‘re done!

Flexible and Future-Proof

The system can easily be matched to suit the location‘s requirements, thanks to a range of available sensor modules. Replacing the sensor modules at a later stage to change the focal lengths is quick and easy, as is upgrading from one to two sensor modules.

Sensor modules can be replaced any time

Step 1: Plug in connection cable and

secure with bayonet catch, attach hinged ferrite

Step 2: Drill hole (min. of 43mm), feed

through cable with sensor module

Step 3: Secure sensor module with nut

Min. diam. 43mm/1.67in

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1.1.3 Advantages and New Features

The high-resolution S15 FlexMount is a universally deployable, highly innovative and easily concealable camera system. A powerful successor to the S14, the S15 features ﬁve-megapixel image sensors For technical reasons, the live or recorded images displayed by an S15 sensor have a maximum size of 3.1 megapixels. However, the S15 is clearly superior to the previous model in terms of image quality and frame rate.

Smooth HiRes Video Streams

The modiﬁed hardware of the S15 transmits the camera‘s video streams even more smoothly than the high-performance S14, even when high resolution is required. Since image streams of 16 frames per second and higher are perceived as ﬂuid video by the human eye, the maximum frame rate is limited to 30 frames per second (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 S15 oers the best MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided by the ﬁve-megapixel color sensor that is four times higher than that of the previous three-megapixel color sensor.

More Details When Zooming

The maximum zoom factor of the S15 is 1.26 times higher than that of the S14 due to the use of ﬁve-megapixel technology. This means that the degree of detail provided by the camera has improved by 26 percent. As a result, an S15 can now be installed even further away than before from the objects and areas to be monitored. In addition, this relativizes the horizontal image angles of the new ﬁve-megapixel sensors that are slightly smaller compared to the S14.

Black and White Resolution Now Up to 3.1Megapixels

The S15 is the ﬁrst MOBOTIX camera worldwide to also feature a ﬁve-megapixel night sensor that can deliver black and white images up to 3.1 megapixels in size. This means that in pixels alone images are roughly 140% larger than those delivered by the previous

1.3-megapixel sensor. The images also beneﬁt from the improved detail magniﬁcation enabled by the digital zooming of the ﬁve-megapixel sensor.

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World’s ﬁrst Dual Thermal Camera

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.

MxActivitySensor

The S15 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.

MOBOTIX Mounts– Flexible Installation Options

Whether in ceilings, behind faceplates or built into other devices, the MOBOTIX mounts provide ﬂexible solutions for every application scenario. The HaloMount installs sensor modules into ceilings as easily as halogen spot lamps, the SpeakerMount with integrated speaker provides the audio output. If two sensor modules are to be installed side-by-side with the same viewing direction, you can use the DualMount (e.g. for Day/Night sensor modules). Two sensor modules looking into opposite directions? This is calling for the SurroundMount (e.g. for long hallways). The AudioMount, complete with installed S15M is glued to the back of a faceplate in order to provide door station functionality. The BlockFlexMount sensor modules allow installing the S15D with up to two sensor modules into any device.

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

An S15 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). If an S15D is used with one or two thermal sensor modules, PoE Class3 is required.

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1.1.4 Hemispheric Technology

Featuring one (S15M) or two hemispheric L12 lenses (S15D), oers all the image views known from MOBOTIX‘ other hemispheric cameras, including

Panorama, Panorama Focus

Double Panorama, Full Image, Normal

and

Surround

. What‘s new on the S15D is that the

selected view can be displayed as a dual image that combines both sensor modules.

The primary components of a hemispheric camera include a ﬁsheye lens, a high-resolution image sensor, and image correction software that is integrated into the camera. Using an ultra-wide angle lens, the hemispheric camera captures a 180°-hemispheric image of the room and projects it onto a high-resolution image sensor.

When ceiling mounted, the image area of the hemispheric camera covers the entire room. The image in the hemisphere is convex, particularly near the image borders. These image sections are corrected for the viewer by the integrated distortion correction software, allowing a view of the scene from the usual perspective. The virtual PTZ feature allows you to enlarge or move image sections within the hemisphere just like PTZ camera, yet without the need for mechanical moving parts. Hemispheric cameras lack mechanical moving parts and require low maintenance. In addition, they are silent when panning and focusing on a speciﬁc image area.

vPTZ 1 vPTZ 2

L12 (ﬁsheye)

Hemispheric panorama view

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Handle Several Image Sections at Once

One or more image sections can be corrected for perspective in the hemispheric view, allowing you to monitor and record several dierent areas of a room at the same time, something that a mechanical PTZ camera is not capable of doing.

Everything Stored in the Recording

Traditional optical PTZ cameras can only record what is being viewed live. The virtual PTZ feature from MOBOTIX allows users to pan to other areas at a later stage in the recording because the entire room can be recorded as a hemispheric image.

S15D: Perfect Overview in Two Rooms, Day and Night

A world ﬁrst, the S15D provides the option of using two hemispheric sensor modules within a single camera. This way, two entirely separate spaces – next to or on top of each other, indoors or outdoors – can be secured simultaneously using just one camera.

The S15D can also be used as a hemispheric day/night camera. The black-and-white and color sensor modules are mounted directly next to each other so they cover the same area (we recommend an installation with DualMount MOBOTIX accessory). The camera automatically chooses the best available mode depending on the lighting conditions: either the color sensor with daylight lens or the black and white image sensor with infrared lens

180° Panorama180° Panorama

Dual image up to 6 megapixels in size

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Special Hemispheric Image Views

Panorama

The hemispheric image (original full image) can also be transformed into an ultra-wide angle panoramic view if the camera is mounted on a wall, providing a view of the room without any blind spots from wall to wall. It oers a substantially better view of the scene, compared to other cameras, and it also results in the need for fewer cameras overall.

Panorama Focus

Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image. A hemi

spheric sensor module can also provide two additional views so that you can focus on two detail scenes simultaneously in addition to the panorama view.

No Blind Spots from Wall to Wall and from Floor to Ceiling

Panorama Focus – three views simultaneously

High-resolution 180° panorama

Virtual PTZ 1 Virtual PTZ 2

Original full image

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Double Panorama

When the camera is mounted in the center of the ceiling in a room, the “Double Panorama” display mode provides a corrected panorama image of both halves of the room. It corresponds roughly to the situation of personally standing in the middle of the room and being able to look both forwards and backwards at the same time. This is a superb overview for the user – provided by a single sensor module.

Original full image

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1.1.5 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 S15 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.

The S15 is equipped with a shock detector as standard (for all IT and Secure models). For example, if the camera receives a blow to the housing, it can simultaneously take a video of the oender, trigger a sound alarm and notify the security company by a SIP call. Due to the build quality and absence of moving parts, MOBOTIX cameras are extremely tough. This typically allows them to stay fully operational 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 S15 camerascan 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.

MOBOTIX camera

CPU

Image analysis

CMOS

5 megapixels

MicroSD

Recording

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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

•

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 secure

PC as storage device

Recording soft

ware

MicroSD integrated

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1.1.6 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 IP65 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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1.2 Technical Speciﬁcations

1.2.1 S15 Lens Options

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

S15M with L12 Hemispheric Fisheye Lens (Day or Night)

The S15M is shipped with one hemispheric ﬁsheye lens and is available in a day or night version. One or two sensor modules can be used with the S15D. There are a total of 24 sensor modules with six dierent MOBOTIX lenses, each available in day or night models.

S15D with Sensor Modules

Six dierent MOBOTIX sensor modules are available for the S15D:

• L12 Fisheye with 180° image angle (horizontal)

• L23 Super Wide-Angle with 92° image angle (horizontal)

• L25 Super Wide-Angle with 82° image angle (horizontal)

• L38 Wide-Angle with 55° image angle (horizontal)

• L51 Wide-Angle with 40° image angle (horizontal)

• L76 Telephoto with 27° image angle (horizontal)

• L160 Telephoto with 13° image angle (horizontal)

The integrated virtual PTZ features of the camera software or MxControlCenter/MxEasy properly correct the lens distortion in the L12 Fisheye that is speciﬁc to each lens. The L25 Super Wide-Angle lens has very little distortion and delivers good image quality, even when the maximum digital zoom is used. An S15D sensor module with L25 lens installed in one corner of the room can capture the entire room.

Full image with L12 180° ﬁsheye in public transit bus

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S15D with Thermal Sensor Modules

The following combinations of thermal sensor modules are possible for an S15D:

A. Combined operation (1 thermal sensor module, 1 5MP sensor module): The advan

tages of an S15D with thermal sensor module and simultaneous daylight sensor lie in the combination of both images: brilliant 5-megapixel images during the day and in twilight hours and reliable motion detection at night.

B. Dual thermal operation (2 thermal sensor module): two thermal images of two

dierent detection areas with only one camera.

C. Single thermal operation (1 thermal sensor module): One thermal image, thermal

sensor module ﬂexibly installed.

A. Mixed operation B. Dual thermal operation

C. Single thermal

operation

Available Focal Lengths Thermal Sensor Module

Example image

Article number MX-SM-Thermal-L43 MX-SM-Thermal-L65 MX-SM-Thermal-L135

Focal length

(≡35mm)

43mm 65mm 135mm

Actual focal length 7.5mm 13mm 19mm

Field of View 45° 25° 17°

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Five-Megapixel Sensor Lenses

L12 L23* L25 L38 L51 L76 L160

Original image

35mm equiv. 12mm 23mm 25mm 38mm 51mm 76mm 160mm

Nominal focal length

1.8mm 3.6mm 4mm 6mm 8mm 12mm 25mm

Aperture 2.0 1.8 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5

Horizontal image angle

180° 92° 82° 55° 40° 27° 13°

Vertical image angle

160° 68° 61° 41° 30° 20° 10°

At 1m distance

Image width inﬁnite 2.1 1.7 1.0 0.7 0.5 0.2

Image height 11 1.3 1.2 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.2

At 5m distance

Image width inﬁnite 10.4 8.7 5.2 3.6 2.4 1.1

Image height 55 6.8 5.9 3.7 2.7 1.8 0.9

At 10m distance

Image width inﬁnite 20.7 17.4 10.3 7.2 4.9 2.3

Image height 110 13.5 11.9 7.5 5.4 3.6 1.7

At 20m distance

Image width inﬁnite 41.4 34.7 20.6 14.5 9.7 4.6

Image height 220 27 23.7 14.9 10.8 7.2 3.4

At 50m distance

Image width N.A. 104 86.8 51.5 36.2 24.3 11.4

Image height N.A. 67.5 59.3 37.3 27.0 18.0 8.6

*Available from Q4/2014

Notes

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

S15M only available with L12 lens

S15D sensor modules can be freely replaced

Sensor modules L23 through L160 have an

antireective coating

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1.2.2 Camera Variants– Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats

Camera Model

S15D-SEC S15M-SEC S15M-SEC-Night

Lenses, Sensors

12mm Hemispheric L12 L12 L12

Super Wide-Angle 25mm L25 – –

Wide-Angle 38mm L38 – –

Wide-Angle 51mm L51 – –

Tele 76mm L76 – –

Tele 160mm L160 – –

CSVario 24 – 54mm – – –

Image sensor with individual exposure zones

Color/BW

(freely combinable)

Color BW

Sensor sensitivity in lux at 1/60sand1s

0.25/0.013 and

0.05/0.0025

0.25/0.013 0.05/0.0025

Hardware Features

IP protection class IP65 IP65 IP65

Temp. Internal DVR (MB) 64 64 64

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

Mikrophone (in sensor modules)/speaker X/– –/– –/–

Passive infrared sensor (PIR) – – –

Integrated temperature sensor X X X

Shock detector X X X

Power consumption in watts (typical) < 5 < 4.5 < 4.5

Variable PoE class 2 – 3 2 – 3 2 – 3

Image Formats, Frame Rates and Image Storage

Max. resolution (per sensor) QXGA (2048x1536) QXGA (2048x1536) QXGA (2048x1536)

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

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

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

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

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

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1.2.3 Camera Variants– Software Features

Camera Model

S15D-SEC S15M-SEC S15M-SEC-Night

General Features

Digital zoom (continuous) with panning X X X

Motion JPEG/MxPEG/H264 codecs X/X/X X/X/X X/X/X

Programmable exposure ones X X X

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

Terabyte ring buer storage (internal/network) X X X

Continuous rec. with sound (0.2 to 30fps) X X X

Event recording with sound X X X

Time and event control X X X

Weekly schedules/holidays X X X

Web functionality (FTP, email) X X X

Playback/Quad and MultiView, bidirec

tional sound in browser

X X X

Logo generator, animated X X X

Flexible event logic X X X

Master/Slave arming X X X

Several scheduled privacy zones X X X

Customized voice messages X X X

VoIP telephony (audio/video, alert) X X X

Remote alarm notiﬁcation (network msg.) X X X

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

Programming interface/HTTP API X X X

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

X X X

Video Analysis

Video Motion detector X X X

MxAnalytics – – –

MxActivitySensor X X X

Video Management Software

MxEasy, MxCC X X X

MOBOTIX App X X X

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

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1.2.4 Technical Data

Technical Data S15

Model variants (ﬁtted with day or nicht sensors)

MX-S15M-SEC

(day),

MX-S15M-SEC-NIGHT

(night),

MX-S15D-SEC (any combination of day/night sensor modules)

Lens options 12 to 160mm format,

horizontal angle 180° to 13°

Sensitivity Color sensor: 0.25lux at 1/60s, 0.013lux at 1s

Black and white sensor: 0.05lux at 1/60s,

0.0025lux at 1/1s

Image sensors Two 1/2.5“ CMOS , 5megapixels, progressive scan

Max. image resolution (Dual image)

Color: 4096x1536 (6MEGA) Black and white: 4096x1536 (6MEGA)

Image formats (per sensor)

Selectable image formats, for example, 2048x1536 (QXGA), 1920x1080 (full HD),

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

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

704x576(TV-PAL),

640x480, 384x288, 320x240, 160x120

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

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

Max. frame rate MxPEG (live and recording including sound)

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

Image compression MxPEG, M-JPEG, JPEG, H.264

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

External video ring buer

Directly on NAS and computer/server without additional recording software

Software (included) MxEasy video management software,

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

Image processing

Backlight compensation, automatic white balance, image distortion correction, panorama correction,

Video Motion

detection, MxActivitySensor,

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

Alarm/events Video Motion detection, MxActivitySensor, external sig

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

Mikrophone and speaker S15D: Microphone integrated into sensor modules; exter

nal microphone and speaker can be connected, S15M: external microphone and speaker can be connected

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

recording

Interfaces

10/100 Ethernet (patch or installation cable), MiniUSB, MxBus; inputs and outputs and RS232 via accessories; external microphone, external speaker

Functionality depends on camera variant (see

Section 1.2.3, «Camera Variants – Software Features»

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Technical Data S15

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

with key code, event notiﬁcation

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

IEEE 802.1x, intrusion detection, digital image signature

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

FCCpart15B, CFR47, AS/NZS3548)

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

PoE class, approx. 5W (S15D)/4.5W (S15M)

Power consumption S15D: Typical <4.5W with 1sensor module, <5W with

2sensor modules S15M: Typical <4.5W

Operating conditions IP65, –30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F

Dimensions/weight S15M

W x H x D: 115 x 130 x 40mm (installation dimensions); weight: approx. 457g (including lens)

Dimensions/weight S15D

W x H x D: 115 x 130 x 33mm; weight: approx. 444g (without sensor modules, see below)

Dimensions/weight Sensor modules

L12: diam. x H: 43 x 45mm (installation dim.), weight: 85g L25, L51: diam. x H: 43 x 57mm (installation dim.), weight: 111g L35, L76, L160: diam. x H: 43 x 60mm (installation dim.), weight: 122g

Weight of 2m connection cable (per sensor module, S15D only)

about 68g

Delivered parts Housing (high-resistance composite, PBT), white, blue

anodized aluminum base plate, shock-resistant dome for sensor module L12, coated glass pane for all other sensor modules, mounting parts, Allen wrench, 50cm patch cable, manual, software, 4GB MicroSD card (built-in)

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Technical Speciﬁcations Thermal Sensor Module

Lens Options L43 (45°), L65 (25°), L135 (17°)

(horizontal ﬁeld of view)

Sensitivity NETD typ. 50mK (equals 0.05°C), <79mK

Image Sensor Uncooled microbolometer, 336x252 pixels, spectral range 7.5

to 13.5μm

Temperature Measurement Range

–40 to +550°C/–40 to 1.022°F (temperature of the displayable objects)

Max. Image Size Can be scaled up to 2048x1536 (QXGA), dual images are auto

matically scaled to size of the standard sensor module

Max. Frame Rate 9fps (when displaying a standard sensor module and a

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

Software Features O-color/black & white image display, mirrored image,

obscured image areas, vPTZ (virtual pan/tilt/zoom), text and logo display, display of event/action symbols, meter display (bar chart or diagram), temperature control windows

Power Consumption Typ. 1.5W per Thermal Sensor Module

Operating Conditions IP66 (DIN EN 60529)

–30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F (DIN EN 50155)

Dimensions Total length: 78mm, max. Ø: 63mm

Materials Module housing: Aluminum, black anodized;

Pressure plate: Stainless steel V2A

Weight <330g (one Thermal Sensor Module without sensor cable)

Technical Data S15D with Thermal Sensor Module

Image Formats (per sensor)

Standard formats like Full HD, VGA, etc. up to 2048 x 1536 (QXGA) and custom formats

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

shock detector, notiﬁcation via e-mail, FTP, pre- and post-alarm images

Operating Conditions IP65 (DIN EN 60529)

–30 to +60°C/–22 to +140°F (DIN EN 50155)

Power Consumption Depending on sensor modules used:

1 thermal, 1 optical: typ. 6.5W (brieﬂy up to 7.5W possible)

2 thermal: typ. 7W (brieﬂy up to 8W possible)

1 thermal: typ. 5.5W (brieﬂy up to 6.5W possible)

Max. Power Consumption of Attached Extension Modules

USB only: ≤1W MxBus only: ≤1W USB and MxBus: ≤2W

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

PoE Class3 required

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MOBOTIX S15D with 2 MX-SM-Thermal

MOBOTIX S15D with 1 MX-SM-Thermal, 1 MX-SM-D12

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1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.3.1 S15D Core (Base Module)On www.mobotix.com

go to Products > S15 FlexMount and open the

basket. It contains a Product Congurator. Use this to order the required parts in any of the available colors.

1.1

1.11

1.8

1.7

1.6

1.3

1.4

1.10

1.9

1.2

1.5

M.6

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.7

M.8

M.5

M.4

M.10

M.9

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Item Number Part Name

1.1 1 S15D Core (base module with base plate)

1.2 1 Housing cover for S15D (installed)

1.3 1 Stainless steel ﬂat-head Allen screw M4x8 (installed)

1.4 1 Washer (installed)

1.5 3 Sealing plug, blue, small (sensor modules, USB, inserted)

1.6 1 Sealing plug, blue, large (Ethernet patch cable, installed)

1.7 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (Ethernet patch cable, installed)

1.8 1 Single wire plug, white (Ethernet installation cable, microphone, speaker, MxBus; installed)

1.9 1 MicroSD card, 4GB (installed)

1.10 1 Rotary plug, SD card, blue (installed)

1.11 1 Ethernet patch cable, 50cm, with seal

Mounting Parts

Item Number Part Name

M.1 4 Stainless steel washers, diam. 4.3mm

M.2 4 6-mm screw anchors

M.3 4 Stainless steel wood screws 4x40mm with PZ 2 driver bit

M.4 2 Cable plug, 5–7mm, white (Ethernet installation cable)

M.5 1 Cable plug, 3–5mm, white (Ethernet installation cable)

M.6 1 Allen wrench 2.5mm

M.7 1 Lens wrench (lens, dome)

M.8 1 Module wrench (sensor module, glass/ﬁlter insert)

M.9 1 Cable tie (Ethernet installation cable, microphone, speaker,

MxBus)

M.10 1 Screwdriver (screw clamps)

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S15D Core (Base Module) Design

The base module of the MOBOTIX S15D consists of a housing, a housing cover and a base plate for attaching the camera.

Externally-Accessible Connections on the S15D

The MOBOTIX S15D provides the following external connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs are removed:

For external connections shown above always use the corresponding MOBOTIX cables with seal:

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

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

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

• MiniUSB to USB-A (straight to USB port): MX-CBL-MU-STR-AB-05/2/5

• Sensor modules: MX-FLEX-OPT-CBL-05/1/2

Pressure compen-

sation

Base plate

LEDs

MicroSD card

Keys

Triple cable retainer

Bayonet catch

S15D housing cover

LED default settings:

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

Special USB cable for external devices (USB stick, USB hard drive) available as an accessory

Sensor modules

MiniUSB

Ethernet patch cable

Cables with straight plugs can be used for the S15 on the camera only

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Internally-Accessible Connections on the S15D

The MOBOTIX S15D provides the following internal connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs and housing cover are removed:

Before laying the Ethernet installation cable, remove the bayonet catch and replace the Ethernet patch cable plug with either one of the additional plugs (M.4/5) or the single wire plug (1.8), depending on the cable used.

Ethernet installation cable

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

MOBOTIX-RJ45 or

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

LSA+ terminal

Ethernet Installation

cable

Screw terminals

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

MOBOTIX patch cable

Additional cables

(MxBus, sound)

Installation cable

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S15D Core (Base Module) Dimensions

Attaching the Base Module

The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

115mm/4.53in

100mm/3.94in

Diam. 5.5mm/

0.22in

130mm/5.12in

47.5mm/1.87in

100mm/3.94in

110mm/4.33in

8.5mm/0.33in

13.5mm/0.53in

M6 tap holes

Slots

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33.5mm/1.32in

5mm/

0.2in

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1.3.2 L12 Sensor Module

Item Number Part Name

3.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

3.2 1 L12 lens (installed)

3.3 1 Dome (installed)

3.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

3.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

3.6 1 Nut (plastic)

Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

3.6

3.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs

Microphone

LED default settings:

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

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Sensor module

housingl

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

30mm/1.2in

58mm/2.3in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

40mm/1.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 85g

weight with lock ring: 91g

Extension

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1.3.3 Sensor Modules L23*, L25, L51

Item Number Part Number

3.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

3.2 1 L23/L25/L51 lens (installed)

3.3 1 Protective glass insert with coated glass (installed)

3.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

3.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

3.6 1 Nut (plastic)

*Available from Q4/2014

Sensor module including status LEDs und microphone

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

3.6

3.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs

Microphone

LED default settings:

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

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Diam. 43mm/1.7int

Sensor module

housing

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

45mm/1.77in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

40mm/1.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 111g

weight with lock ring: 117g

Extension

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1.3.4 Sensor Modules L35, L76, L160

Item Number Part Name

3.1 1 Sensor module with axed washer

3.2 1 L35/L76/L160 lens (installed)

3.3 1 Protective glass insert with coated glass (installed)

3.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

3.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

3.6 1 Nut (plastic)

Sensor module including status LEDs und microphone

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

3.6

3.3

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Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of image (North)

Diam. 50mm/2in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs

Microphone

LED default settings:

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

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

Sensor module

housing

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

48mm/1.89in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

15mm/0.6in

Diam. 43mm/1.7in

40mm/1.6in

Sensor module

weight without lock ring: 122g

weight with lock ring: 128g

Extension

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1.3.5 BlockFlexMounts L12, L23*, L25, L38, L51, L76, L160, L320

Item Count Part Name

4.1 1 Housing MX-BFM-MX, black anodized

4.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L12 to L320 (installed)

4.3 1 Cable lock with bayonet catch (installed)

4.4 1 Sealing plug blue, small (installed)

*Available from Q4/2014

Sensor module with status LEDs and microphone

4.1

4.3

4.4 4.2

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Front View

Back View

Side View

Top = upper image border (North direction)

40mm

32mm

40mm

Microphone

4 holes 4.2mm diam.

Status LEDs

Connector for sensor

cable

Pressure vent

⧄ 40mm

Arrows indicate

top

Measurements

dep. on Lens

Lens D (mm) L (mm)

L12 23.5 13.0

L25 22.0 17.0

L38 22.0 18.2

L51 20.0 11.7

L76 22.0 17.5

L160 22.3 17.8

L320 27.0 42.5

22mm

40mm

25mm

8mmL

2 tap holes/side

M4x5mm

Lens

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1.3.6 BlockFlexMount CSVario L24–54

Item Count Part Name

5.1 1 Housing MX-BFM-CS, black anodized

5.2 2 Spacer disc 0.25mm thick

5.3 1 Cable lock with bayonet catch (installed)

5.4 1 Sealing plug blue, small (installed)

Sensor module with microphone

5.1

5.2

5.3

5.4

MX-OPTCS-L24-54 lens needs to

be ordered separately!

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Front View

Back View

Top View

Top = upper image border (North direction)

40mm

32mm

40mm

Microphone

4 holes 4.2mm diam.

Connector for sensor

cable

Pressure vent

⧄ 40mm

Arrows indicate

top

22mm

37.6mm

22.5mm

8mm43.4mm

Ø34mm

2 tap holes/side

M4x5mm

Lens (needs to be ordered

separately)

Lock screw (Allen

wrench 1.5mm)

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1.3.7 Thermal Sensor Modules L43, L65, L135

Item Count Part Name

6.1 1 Housing MX-SM-Thermal-L43/65/135, black anodized

6.2 1 Front plate aluminum, black anodized (installed)

6.3 1 Pressure plate Ø63mm, stainless steel (installed)

6.4 3 Cylinder head screws M4x50mm, stainless steel (installed)

6.5 1 Cable lock, blue (installed)

6.6 1 Sealing plug blue, small (installed)

6.7 1 Allen wrench 3mm

6.8 1 Special export regulations German/English

6.1

6.4

6.5

6.2

6.6

6.7

6.8

6.3

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Front View

Back View

Side View

Top = upper image border (North direction)

Ø 57mm/2.44in

Ø 63mm/2.48in

Front plate Ø 57mm

(visible)

Pressure plate Ø 63mm

(behind wall/faceplate)

Arrows indicate

top

Connector for sensor

cable

Pressure vent

⧄ 60mm

3 cylinder head

screws

78mm

12.5mm3.5mm

17mm

Thickness 0 to 14mm

Hole diameter Ø48mm

Ø M4, length of thread

4mm

3 cylinder head screws

M4x50mm

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1.3.8 S15M

On www.mobotix.com got to Products > S15 FlexMount and open the basket. It contains the Product Congurator, Use this to order the required parts in any of the available colors.

M.6

2.1

2.13

M.3

M.2

M.1

2.10

2.9

2.8

2.5

2.6

2.12

M.7

2.2

2.11

2.4

2.3

2.7

M.5

M.4

M.10

M.9

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Item Number Part Name

2.1 1 Camera housing (with base plate)

2.2 1 Lens (installed)

2.3 1 Dome (installed)

2.4 1 Housing cover for S15M (installed)

2.5 3 Stainless steel ﬂat-head Allen screw M4x8 (installed)

2.6 1 Washer

2.7 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (sensor modules, USB, inserted)

2.8 1 Sealing plug, blue, large (Ethernet patch cable, installed)

2.9 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (Ethernet patch cable, installed)

2.10 1 Single wire plug, white (Ethernet installation cable, microphone, speaker, MxBus)

2.11 1 MicroSD card, 4GB (installed)

2.12 1 Rotary plug, SD card, blue (installed)

2.13 1 Ethernet patch cable, 50cm, with seal

Montagezubehör

Item Number Part Name

M.1 4 Stainless steel washers, diam. 4.3mm

M.2 4 6-mm screw anchors

M.3 4 Stainless steel wood screws 4x40mm with PZ2 driver bit

M.4 2 Cable plug, 5-7mm, white (Ethernet installation cable)

M.5 1 Cable plug, 3-5mm, white (Ethernet installation cable)

M.6 1 Allen wrench 2.5mm

M.7 1 Lens wrench (lens, dome)

M.9 1 Cable tie (Ethernet installation cable, microphone, speaker,

MxBus)

M.10 1 Screwdriver (screw clamps)

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S15M Camera Housing

The MOBOTIX S15M consists of a base plate for attaching the camera, a housing with built-in lens, and a housing cover.

Externally-Accessible Connections on the S15M

The MOBOTIX S15M provides the following external connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs are removed:

The external connections may only be used with the designated sealed MOBOTIX cables (MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10 Ethernet patch cable and MX-MX-CBL_MU_STR-5 MiniUSB cable).

Pressure compen-

sations

Lens with dome

Base plate

R L

LEDs

MicroSD Card

Keys

Triple cable retainer

Bayonet catch

S15Mhousing cover

LED default settings:

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

MiniUSB

Ethernet patch cable

Cables with straight plugs can be used for the S15 on the camera only

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Internally-Accessible Connections on the S15M

The MOBOTIX S15M provides the following internal connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs and housing cover are removed:

Ethernet installation cable

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

MOBOTIX-RJ45 or

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

LSA+ terminal

Ethernet installation

cable

Screw terminals

MxBus, microphone,

speaker

MOBOTIX patch cable

Additional cables

(MxBus, sound)

Installation cable

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Dimensions S15M

Attaching the Camera Housing

The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling template in their original size

115mm/4.53in

100mm/3.94in

Diam. 5.5mm/

0.22in

130mm/5.12in

47.5mm/1.87in

100mm/3.94in

110mm/4.33in

8.5mm/0.33in

13.5mm/0.53in

M6 threaded holes

Slots

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33.5mm/1.32in

39.5mm/1.56in

48mm/1.89in

5mm/

0.2in

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1.4 Available Accessories

1.4.1 Extension for Sensor Module

Order No.: MX-S15-OPT-MK-EX

Each of these extensions increases the installation depth by 40mm. They can be mounted directly onto the sensor modules themselves or onto existing extensions.

1.4.2 Ceiling/Wall Installation Set

Order No.: MX-S15-OPT-MK-CW

This set contains everything that is needed to attach a sensor module to a ceiling or wall using 15° wedges: One extension (MX-S15-OPT-MK-EX), two 15° wedges (white, black), two wedge washers and an additional nut.

Out of the colored wedges, use the most suitably-colored wedge for the visible area and the other one for inserting on the rear.

1.4.3 Connection Cable for Sensor Module

Order No.: MX-FLEX-OPT-CBL-05/1/2

This cable, which is up to two meters long, connects one sensor module to the S15D. The seals integrated into the cable combine with the bayonet catch on the sensor module and the sealed port of the S15D to pro

vide IP65-compliant weatherprooﬁng. Also included are two hinged ferrites that are attached at a distance of 10cm to the base module and the sensor module after installation.

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Straight/Straight or Straight/Angled)

Order No.: MX-CBL-MU-STR-05/2/5 (Straight/Straight) Order No.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-STR-05/2/5 (Straight/Angled)

With this cable, which is up to ﬁve meters long, MOBOTIX add-on modules (MX-232-IO-Box, ExtIO, CamIO) can be connected directly to the S15.

Do not bend the

sensor cables

Cables with straight plugs can be used for the S15 on the camera only

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1.4.5 MiniUSB Cable to USB a Socket

Order No.: MX-CBL-MU-STR-AB-05/2/5

USB-based storage media (for example, USB hard drives) can be connected directly to the S15 with this cable, which is up to ﬁve meters long.

1.4.6 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 S15 ships with a 0.5-m-long cable as standard, which can be exchanged for a patch cable up to 10m in length.

1.4.7 NPA-PoE-Set

Order No.: MX-NPA-PoE-EU u. 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 multifunctional 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 an S15 with power via an Ethernet cable up to 100m in length. The blue adapter can also be connected to mobile voltage sources from 12 to 42V DC by means of an additionally available battery cable. The “EU” version of the NPA-PoE-Set is supplied as standard with a European adapter, while the “INT” version includes four adapters (EU, USA, UK, AUS).

1.4.8 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

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

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

with surge protec-

tion of up to 4 kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras

, ideal for replacing the MX-Patch-Box. At the same time, the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box provides a weatherproof

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connection of a camera’s patch cable to a network patch cable (

-RJ45

variant) or a network

installation cable (

-LSA

variant).

1.4.9 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 weatherproof and extremely compact exterior housing of the PatchBox (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. MX-NPA-Box interfaces: Camera via patch cable, Ethernet via LSA+ and external power supply (12 to 57V DC is possible).

1.4.10 MX-GPS-Box

Order No.: MX-OPT-GPS1-EXT

This box primarily serves as a high-precision time source for systems without an Internet connection. The IT and Secure models additionally provide triggering of 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.

The MX-GPS-Box has the same compact exterior housing as the MX-Patch-Box and the MX-NPA-Box (IP65 protection class, –30 to +60°C/–22 to +120°F. Note that this box should not be installed below other wall-mounted units. It should be installed on the exterior of the building with a large section of open sky above it, which 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 cable (diameter: 0.8mm) is 50m.

1.4.11 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 can be connected as an add-on module to all MOBOTIX cameras with an MxBus or USB interface. The maximum length of the MxBus cable (diameter: 0.8mm) is 50m. If the MiniUSB connection is used, the maximum cable length is 5m.

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1.4.12 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 S15 via a MiniUSB cable (max. 5m), which can be ordered separately, or as a network connection via the PoE switch.

1.4.13 Mx2wire+ Media Converter

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

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

1.4.14 AudioMount

Order no.: MX-FLEX-OPT-AM-BL

The AudioMount is an installation option for the S15M with a self-adhesive front that can be attached to the back of thin and smooth surfaces (stainless steel plate, mailbox, etc.). The AudioMount has a pre-installed speaker and microphone, thus ensuring full intercom capabilities of the camera. Together with the AudioMount and additional MOBOTIX accessories, you can easily set up the S15M FlexMount as a hemispherical door station (note that the camera needs to run a ﬁrmware 4.1.9 or higher).

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1.4.15 DualMount

Order no.: MX-OPT-FM-PW

The DualMount provides for installing two sensor modules side-by-side with parallel lines of sight, making it the ideal installation solution for the S15D in day/night settings (both lenses are monitoring the same area). The DualMount is quickly and easily installed, it can be used with all avail

able sensor modules and the lenses are tilted downwards by 25 degrees. In outdoor applications, this installation option can be installed without drawing much attention (beneath eaves, protruding construction elements, bridges, etc.).

1.4.16 SurroundMount

Order no.: MX-OPT-SM-PW

When dealing with long and narrow spaces (buses, air

planes, trains, etc.), this installation option allows positioning two hemispherical sensor modules pointing in opposite directions. The resulting dual hemispheric image with up to 6megapixels displays a much higher degree of detail than a camera with only one hemispheric lens. To better support these types of installation, MOBOTIX oers the SurroundMount installation option for the S15D. Since both sensor modules are tilted downwards by 25 degrees, the resulting images cover the entire area without any blind spots.

Note that you can use the SurroundMount only with L12, L25 and L51 sensor modules (day or night variants).

1.4.17 HaloMount

Order no.: MX-HALO-EXT-CM/CO/NG/PW/SW

The HaloMount is the perfect installation option to install sensor modules in rooms with in-ceiling lights. Using the same type of ﬁxtures as in-ceiling lights (QR-CBC/MR 16 LED Sharp Array 4/6W), this mount comes in ﬁve dierent colors (matt chrome, chrome, brushed Nickel, white, black). Since the inner ring can be tilted by up to 20 degrees, you can point the sensor module (and thus, the center of the image) to the center of the area that is to be monitored. The HaloMount has not been designed to be used in outdoor applications. Materials: Steel, inner ring brass; surface powder-coated or galvanized; installation diameter: 68mm/2.7in.

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1.4.18 SpeakerMount

Order no.: MX-HALO-SP-PW/CM

The SpeakerMount, available from MOBOTIX in white or matt chrome, is an external speaker that can be directly connected to the S15D/S15M (no additional power supply required). The high-quality speaker is especially suitable for S15 cameras. The speaker is pre-installed in the 20-degree-tilting mechanism of the HaloMount and is ﬁtted in the same way in fake ceilings and walls. The SpeakerMount has not been designed to be used in outdoor applications. Temperature range: 0 to +60°C/32 to 140°F; protection class: IP20; nominal/music output: 3/4W; impedance: 8Ohms; material of the speaker: metal with perforated steel cover; connection type: two-wire strand with luster terminal; installation diameter: 68mm/2.7in.

1.4.19 PTMount

Order no.: MX-PTMount-OPT-PW

MOBOTIX oers the high-quality, weatherproof PTMount, an attractive, compact, discreet, and dome-shaped accessory mount that holds a single sensor module and is adjustable in three directions. The maximum ﬂexibility for adjusting the modules means that you can always ﬁnd the right position. When mounted to a wall, for example, the mount enables you to compensate for sideway tilt and to re-align the image horizon horizontally to record the best possible image of the surveillance area.

1.4.20 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.

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THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS

MOBOTIX

Support on the MOBOTIX Website

www.mobotix.com/other/Support

The MOBOTIX Video Tutorials

www.mobotix.com/other/ Support/Tutorials

Seminars on MOBOTIX Campus

www.mobotix.com/other/ Partners/Seminars

The MOBOTIX YouTube Channel

www.youtube.com/MOBOTIXAG

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1.5 MOBOTIX Sof tware

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware)

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

The S15 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 an install additional software on your computer thanks to the MOBOTIX ﬁrmware that can be accessed directly in a web browser via the camera IP address. Instead of using a web browser, you can also download the free MxControlCenter or MxEasy video 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 version 5.0 and higher) is also available free of charge from the App Store for your mobile applications.

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.2 MxControlCenter

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

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

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

MxControlCenter – Professional Video Management

•

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

• Unlimited number of users and cameras

• No license fees

• Individual user interface, adaptable to each individual user

• Simplest installation and complete use on any standard PC

• Convenient layout editor for integrating real building plans

• Integration of conventional network and analog cameras as well

• For Microsoft Windows

Several hundred cameras can be managed on

a standard computer

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.3 MxEasy

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

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

MxEasy – Simple Operation of the Most Important Camera Functions

• Cameras can be installed without any knowledge of networks

• Supports up to 16 MOBOTIX cameras

• Time- or event-controlled recording

• Time-controlled motion detection, image brightness and microphone

• For Microsoft Windows and Mac OS X

Suitable for up to 16 MOBOTIX cameras

Download free of charge from www.mobotix.com

No license fees Free updates

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1.5.4 MOBOTIX App

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

serves as the perfect 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

Free download from the App Store

No license fees Free updates

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2 INSTALLATION

The S15 FlexMount is designed for concealed installation in ceilings, walls, behind panels or in existing or specially manufactured housings. The independent sensor models, each with a max. 2m/6.6ft long cable, mean the S15D can oer a number of options when selecting the installation location. The installation position of the sensor modules is crucial here. The camera module itself can then be installed in an appropriate place on the wall or ceiling (taking the maximum cable length to the sensor modules into account).

The following questions should be answered before mounting the MOBOTIX S15:

1. Where and how will the camera be mounted?

2. Where and how should the sensor modules be mounted?

3. What accessories might be needed?

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

5. How are the connections furnished from the building?

6. 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 Determining the Installation Position

The installation options indicated in both the following sections are examples of the most common applications for a S15 FlexMount. Many other installation ideas (for example, with customized lens units) can also be successfully implemented thanks to the robust weatherproof design (IP65) and compact shape of the sensor modules and the camera housing.

Please remember that:

1. The S15D sensor modules must always be mounted so as to avoid the constant accumulation or any collection of water or other liquid around the cable connection on the back of the housing. Otherwise this could lead to a build-up of condensation inside the sensor module and its subsequent failure.

Unused connectors on the housing of the S15 must always be sealed using the plugs installed as standard on delivery as well as the corresponding retainers.

Only original MOBOTIX cables should be used to connect the sensor modules, patch cables and USB cables in order to guarantee weather resistance according to IP65. The plugs supplied must be used if additional cables are required (MxBus, audio.

The lower (blue) part of the camera housing must face downwards so that any water running o the housing cannot accumulate around the connectors.

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2.1.1 Positioning a Hemispheric Camera

A hemispheric camera is primarily suited to providing an excellent overview, and less suitable for more exact details. Due to its inherent physical and optical properties, the precision of the lens decreases as the distance from the lens grows. This means that themaximum usable image area greatly varies with the purpose of the camera. People, for example, may be identiﬁed very well at distances of up to 1.5m/5ft, and with sucient detail at up to 3m/10ft. Objects can be recognized even at distances of 5m/16.4ft and more from the camera.

Ceiling-Mounted

A single S15 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 borders of the full image. If you would only like to know if persons enter a room or to monitor speciﬁc objects, rooms with a ﬂoor area of well over 100m² can also be monitored using a single sensor module.

Discreet ceiling installation with minimally visible technology

The image quality (precision) diminishes as the dis-

tance of an object to the camera focus point incre-

ases: 1 very good, 2 good, 3 satisfactory

Capture of entire room



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Rectangular Rooms

When viewing a 360° panaroma image in the browser, you will notice that the top and bottom of the image are not fully visible, i.e., some image information has been clipped. This is not the fault of the camera, but intended behavior that aims at achieving the best possible utilization of the image sensor by the camera software. Bearing this in mind, it is advisable to turn the S15 sensor module in rectangular rooms so that the area marked with two arrows or the rotary plug in a S15M (= top border or North of displayed image) is pointing towards one of the longer walls of the room.

Original full image (ceiling installation in a rectangular room)

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Wall-Mounting

To make optimal use of the high-resolution 180° panorama functionality of a hemispheric camera, the lens or sensor module must be mounted on an inside or outside wall. The entire hemisphere of the room directly in front of the camera is then eectively monitored, from the wall on the left of the camera to the wall on the right. Corresponding ﬁne-tuning in the user interface software allows the displayed panorama image to be adjusted to dierent practical applications at any time..

15° wedge for sensor module

S15M panorama: one camera– three views simultaneously

High-resolution 180° panorama

Virtual PTZ 1 Virtual PTZ 2

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Selecting an Appropriate Camera Position

During installation, ensure that the camera is focused on the most important areas of the room as directly as possible in order to provide the desired level of detail recognition (camera focus). The S15 should be installed on a wall such that the two arrows on the back of the sensor module housing (S15D) or the rounded side of the camera housing (S15M) are pointing towards the ceiling.

To install the sensor module on thicker walls or with the 15° wedge (see next section), the MOBOTIX oers an extension that is attached to the sensor module at the back and secured with a bayonet catch.

1.50m/5ft

3m/10ft

2.5 to 3.5m/8.2 to 11.5ft

5m/16.4ft

Camera focus (best image quality)– standard installation

Identiﬁcation Recognition Perception

2.50 to 3.50m/8.2 to 11.5ft

Mounting in the middle of the wall

Recommendation: Mounting the camera in the middle of the wall

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Greater wall thicknesses can also be bridged by attaching several extensions. The sensor module is secured from behind by a nut and a locknut.

Wall Installation with 15° Wedge for Image Optimization

Wall mounting with lenses tilting downwards is recommended in many cases for optimiz

ing image quality. In particular for wall installations that must be carried out at greater heights for technical or other reasons (over doors, windows, etc.,) adding a slight tilt to the camera, and thus also the lens, will return better results, as the center of the lens is then focused more directly on the center of activity in the room (optimal utilization of lens capabilities). MOBOTIX therefore oers easy to install mounting accessories with a 15° tilt for the S15D sensor modules.

Size of the Drilling Holes with Dierent Material Thicknesses

Material thickness a Diam. of drilling hole b

mm in mm in

5 0.20 47 1.85

10 0.39 48 1.89

15 0.59 50 1.97

20 0.79 51 2.01

25 0.98 52 2.05

30 1.18 53 2.09

35 1.38 55 2.17

40 1.57 57 2.24

40mm/

1.6in

Multiple extensions can be added (EN 50155 vibration resistance was tested

with one extension added)

Best image quality with wall-mounting with 15° wedge

2.50 to 3.50m/8.2 to 11.5ft

Camera focus (best image quality)– optimized with 15° wedge

40mm/

1.6in

40mm/

1.6in

40mm/

1.6in

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2.1.2 S15D FlexMount Installation Options

Using One or Two Sensor Modules

You can decide for yourself with the S15D whether you want to use the camera with one or two sensor modules. You can upgrade or downgrade the system at any time.

The S15D with a single hemispheric L12 sensor module therefore essentially oers the same range of functions as a standard hemispheric camera like the Q25M, but has the added advantage that it can be installed even more inconspicuously and almost completely hidden. While the sensor modules can record audio data via integrated microphones, an external speaker can be connected directly to the camera and positioned in an appropri

ate place. If the sensor module microphones are not used, an additional microphone can also be connected directly to the camera.

Hemispheric Day and Night Camera (S15D with Sensor Modules D12 and N12)

The S15D is the ﬁrst hemispheric dual camera for use in extremely variable lighting condi

tions equipped with two L12 lenses each with a black/white and color sensor. It is important in terms of mounting, whether on a wall or ceiling, that both the camera’s sensor modules are positioned directly next to each other and in parallel (arrows on sensor modules pointing in the same direction) in order to see the same image area as a color image during the day and as a black/white image at night.

2m/6.6ft cable

Sensor modules including status LEDs and microphone

On www.mobotix.com got to Products > S15 FlexMount and open the basket. It contains the Product Congurator, Use this to order the required parts in any of the available colors.

Produkt Preview: Go to Products > S15 FlexMount to view and order accessories for the MOBOTIX S15 system.

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Ceiling-Mounted

Indoor installation is mostly on suspended ceilings and is extremely easy. A round hole with a diameter of 45mm/1.77 in is all that is needed, through which a S15D sensor module with connection cable and attached ferrite is pushed down through the ceiling panel, ﬁxed from behind using a nut and then connected to the concealed base module hidden behind a ceiling panel (connector and lock).

It should be ensured when selecting installation sites that each of the sensor cables do not exceed 2m/6.6ft. The theoretical maximum distance between the two sensor modules of a S15D where the base module is placed centrally is therefore 4m/13.1ft.

Caution

If there is a risk of water collecting on the back of the sensor modules (for example, in outdoor areas or in the event of extreme humidity), the modules should not be installed pointing downwards!

Step 1: Plug in connection cable, secure

with bayonet catch and attach ferrite

Step 2: Drill hole (43mm/1.69in), feed

through cable with sensor module

Step 3: Secure sensor module with nut

Diam. 43 to 45mm/1.69 to 1.77in

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The S15D can, however, also be deployed at shorter distances between the two sensor modules with surprising results:

• Two adjacent areas separated by a dividing wall, shelves, ﬂoor or other form of screen can be captured without any blind spots using a S15D.

• In L-shaped rooms, both sensor modules are simply positioned at right angles. A S15D therefore captures the entire room without any blind spots.

•

Installing the two sensor modules next to one another, but pointing in opposite directions in particularly long, narrow rooms (for example, hotel corridors, buses, aircraft, railroad cars, etc.) delivers double hemispheric images of up to 6 megapixels that, in terms of sharpness of detail, signiﬁcantly outperforms a single hemispheric camera with just one lens. For these kinds of installations, MOBOTIX will soon oer an appropriate mount in the range of accessories available for the S15 (SurroundMount). The slight downward tilt of the two sensor modules allows the area directly underneath them to be captured without any blind spots.

The S15D monitors two separate rooms

Room 1

Room 2

The S15D can see “around corners”

Cable up to

2m/6.6ft in length

Cable up to

2m/6.6ft in length

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Wall-Mounting

Mounting a S15D sensor module on a wall, for example, on basic partition walls or fake walls with cavities behind the wall covering, is just as easy as mounting on a ceiling. Drill a hole 45mm/1.77in diameter, ﬁt the sensor module, ﬁx from behind with a locknut and connect to the base module. Depending on the installation height and the required cam

era focus, the camera can be installed with or without the wedge with 15° tilt available as an accessory.

MOBOTIX also oers the appropriate installation accessories for mounting the sensor module on thicker walls. Longer “tunnel holes” through a wall can also be bridged using several extension pieces (each approx. 40mm/1.6in). The maximum wall thickness is therefore only limited by the length of the sensor cable depending on the installation position of the base module, which is in theory 2m/6.6ft.

Product preview: SurroundMount module with 2 x L12 sensor modules

S15D SurroundMount: 6 megapixel 360° camera

Mounting with or without 15° wedge (accessories)

Diam. 50mm/2in*

Diam. 43mm/1.69in

15mm/0.6in

* Hole diameters vary depending on material thickness (see

«Size of the Drilling Holes with Different Material Thicknesses»

Section 2.1.1, «Positioning a Hemispheric Camera»

SurroundMount

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Mixed Ceiling and Wall-Mounting

By mounting a sensor module on the ceiling of a room and at the same time attaching the second sensor module to an outside wall of this room, both the inside and the outdoor area can be captured with a single S15D at minimal installation cost.

Example: Kiosk

Simultaneous capture of the entire sales ﬂoor and the area outside the entrance with stand-up tables.

Floor-Mounting

Mounting sensor modules on the ﬂoor can also make sense for industrial uses or in areas where there are no people. Examples of such uses are vehicle ramps where the vehicles can also be easily captured from below.

Indoors Outdoors

S15D simultaneously monitors indoor and outdoor areas

Place sensor modules centrally between the wheels (along vehicle longitudinal axis). Sensor modules must be protected against dirt at the top by glass panels or similar!

Do not drive over or step directly on

the camera or sensor modules!

Cable up to 2m/6.6ft in

length

Cable up to

2m/6.6ft in

length

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Mounting the BlockFlexMounts

BlockFlexMounts have been designed for integration into other devices. They use the same technology as the “regular” sensor modules, but in a black anodized aluminum housing. Thanks to the tap holes on each side and the holes for machine bolts, the BlockFlexMounts are easily integrated into any given structure or device.

Mounting the Sensor Modules with the PTMount

The PTMount provides for ﬂexible, weatherproof and tamper-proof installation of MOBOTIX sensor modules. Its three axes of rotation allow installing the sensor module at any given structure and pointing it into any viewing direction.

This means that you can install the PTMount to any ceiling, wall and even upright.

More information: www.mobotix.com >

Products > Cameras >

S15 FlexMount

L12 L25 L38 L51

L76 L160 L320 CSVario

360°

Panning

360°

Rotating

100°

Tilting

Mounting to a Ceiling Mounting uprightMounting to a Wall

Additional Information, Quick Installation: www.mobotix.com >

Products > Cameras >

S15 FlexMount

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Mounting the Thermal Sensor Modules

Front Plate Mounting

Tighten the cylinder head screws (red arrows) to push the pressure plate against the wall/ faceplate. Hole diameter Ø48mm, possible thickness of wall/faceplate: 0 to 14mm/0to

0.6in.

Screw Mounting

The housing can be installed by axing suitable screws M4 (4mm length of thread) in at least two of the six tap holes. Remove pressure plate and cylinder head screws.

For additional information on the MOBOTIX thermal sensor modules and the Quick

Installation, see www.mobotix.com>Products> Cameras> S15 FlexMount.

Front plate

Pressure plate

Hole diameter Ø48mm

Two tap holes on right-hand

side of housing

Two tap holes at bottom of

housing

Two tap holes on left-hand

side of housing

Remove!

Additional Information, Quick Installation: www.mobotix.com >

Products > Cameras >

S15 FlexMount

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2.1.3 S15M FlexMount Installation Options

Unlike the S15D, the S15M has just one lens, which does not have a ﬂexible sensor cable, but is directly connected to the camera housing. Contrary to conventional single-lens cameras, the S15M has come up with a very neat trick:

The camera housing can be mounted concealed behind a wall up to 6.4mm/0.25in thick (wood paneling, stainless steel panel, etc.) with a round opening measuring 34mm/1.34in. The S15M can simply be ﬁxed behind the wall and leave only the lens visible.

This allows the following installation options:

• Wall- and ceiling-mounting behind correspondingly thin or countersunk panels/ cover plates.

• Individual mounting solutions such as installation in industrial equipment, paneling, air ducts, mail boxes, homemade mounts, etc.

Note on AudioMount

This installation frame with self-adhesive rear side allows quick mounting of the S15M behind stainless steel panels or similar materials. The mount includes pre-installed microphone and speaker.

max. 6.4mm/

0.25in

34mm/1.34in

Open www.mobotix.com, go to Products > S15 FlexMount to view and order further accessories for the MOBOTIX S15 system

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2.2 Before Mounting

This section of the manual provides an overview of the variety of S15 connection options, the preparatory steps and the tools required for mounting.

2.2.1 Overview of Cable Connections

The following cables can be used with the S15 (see also

Section 1.4, «Available Accessories»

•

MOBOTIX patch cable

: This supplied MOBOTIX cable is designed for direct con-

nection to the

MX-Patch-Box

, the

MX-NPA-Box

or a standard network port (only

in indoor areas).

•

Ethernet installation cable

: As an alternative to the

MOBOTIX patch cable

(seeabove) an Ethernet installation cable can also be ﬁtted directly onto the integrated LSA cutting clamp.

•

MOBOTIX USB cable with MiniUSB connector

: This MOBOTIX cable provides the required impermeability, even in adverse weather conditions, and thereby prevents corrosion of the connectors, for example, on an external USB hard drive.

•

Sensor cable for the sensor modules (S15D only)

: The sensor modules are connected to the S15D via this cable. A separate cable is required for each sensor module (max. 2m/6.6ft).

•

Additional cable for MxBus connections, microphone and speaker

: Additional MOBOTIX modules can be connected via this multi-wire cable. The other camera opening is used for this cable or for single wires, depending on which connection is used for network cabling (patch or installation cable)

Cam1Cam2

(S15D only)

MiniUSB

Additional cables or network installation

cables

MOBOTIX patch cables

or additional cables

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Caution

Only

MOBOTIX cables may be used for the Ethernet and USB connection

well as

to the sensor modules (S15D)

to ensure the camera remains permanently

watertight.

Ethernet

for LAN

MiniUSB

Sensor cable

Unused connections must be secured using appropriate cable plugs and by closing the corresponding locks

to protect the inside of the housing against water

and dust.

Avoid Installing Upside-Down (Reduced Weather Protection)

If you are installing the S15 upside-down (i.e., the connectors are pointing upwards), the camera does not reach protection class IP65 any more, but only IP54. If mounted upsidedown, the S15 can only be used in a dry indoor environment.

Removing MOBOTIX Cables and Plugs

The corresponding lock must ﬁrst be removed or released to remove one of the cables or plugs indicated above from the S15:

Patch Cable MiniUSB Sensor Cable

1. Turn the bayonet catch to the left.

2. Remove the bayonet catch.

3. Remove the cable/plug.

1. Pull the triple retainer upwards (away from the base plate) until it clicks into place.

2. Remove the cable/plug.

Connectors pointing down

IP65

Connectors pointing up

IP54

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Inserting and Locking MOBOTIX Cables and Plugs

The corresponding lock must be applied or closed again after inserting one of the cables or plugs indicated above into the S15:

Patch Cable MiniUSB Sensor Cable

1. Insert the cable/plug.

2. Attach bayonet catch.

Turn the bayonet catch to the right.

1. Insert the cable/plug.

2. Push the triple retainer down (towards the base plate) until it clicks into place.

2.2.2 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply

•

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/110yd.

• 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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Caution

If the camera’s power supply has been set to PoE Class3

, you can attach modules

to the MxBus

and

USB connectors that do not exceed a total power consumption of

4W. If the camera is using

PoE Class2, the total power consumption of all attached

modules must not exceed 1W!

For more information on changing the PoE class, please see

Section 2.5.7, «Variable

PoE»

2.2.3 Network Connection with MOBOTIX Patch Cable

The supplied

MOBOTIX patch cable

can be used to connect the camera to an

MX-Patch-

Box

, an

MX-NPA-Box

or to a standard network port.

Connecting the Patch Cable to the Camera

First remove the blue bayonet catch and the blue sealing plug in the left-hand connector on the S15. Then insert the MOBOTIX patch cable into the camera and secure the cable using the bayonet catch.

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

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

More information on installing an

MX-Patch-Box

MX-NPA-

Box

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

Accessories> Functional Boxes.

Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the S15 into the network port for standard connections (only permitted in indoor areas).

Connecting Peripheral Devices (MxBus, Microphone, Speaker)

The opening provided for the installation cable must be used for all other cables that are connected to the camera when using the MOBOTIX patch cable. Depending on the cable used, the single wire plug installed must be replaced with one of the other cable plugs (M.4/5).

The cable used must be ﬁxed to the circuit board using one of the cable ties supplied (M.9) to ensure that less strain is placed on the cable. The individual cable wires must be ﬁxed on the screw clamps using the the screwdriver supplied (M.9).

When attaching modules with a total power consumption of more than 1 W (via MxBus/USB): Max. ambient temperature +50°C/122°F

Patch cable

Further cables

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2.2.4 Network Connection with Installation Cable

As an alternative to connection to an MX-Patch-Box, MX-NPABox or standard network port, you can also connect the S15 directly to an

installation cable

. Since the housing cover of the camera must be opened for this purpose, this working step

in a S15M must be carried out before

mounting the

camera as the housing cover is no longer accessible once it has been mounted.

The installation cable is ﬁxed onto the circuit board before ﬁtting the wires onto the LSA cutting clamps using one of the cable ties supplied (M.9) to ensure less strain is placed on the cable and that the camera is earthed correctly.

Connecting Peripheral Devices (MxBus, Microphone, Speaker)

The opening provided for the MOBOTIX patch cable must be used for all other cables that are connected to the camera when using an installation cable. The blue bayonet catch and the blue sealing plug in the left-hand connector must be removed for this purpose. The single wire plug or one of the other cable plugs (M.4/5) is then pushed into the opening, depending on the cable used. The bayonet catch will no longer be used.

The cable used must be ﬁxed to the

base plate

using one of the cable ties supplied (M.9) to ensure that less strain is placed on the cable. The individual cable wires must be ﬁxed on the screw clamps using the the screwdriver supplied (M.9).

2.2.5 Using Sensor Modules (S15D Only)

One or two sensor modules can be connected via both righthand connectors in the S15D. For this purpose, the lock is pulled forward, the central and right-hand (or only the central plug if only one sensor module is used) is removed and the corresponding sensor cable is inserted. The connectors are waterproof again once the lock is pressed down.

2.2.6 Using the MiniUSB Cable

Existing add-on modules such as the MOBOTIX ExtIO (USB) or external USB hard drives can be connected via the MiniUSB connector. For this purpose, the lock is pulled forward, the left-hand plug is removed and the MiniUSB cable is inserted. The connectors are waterproof again once the lock is pressed down.

Installation cable

Further cables

Sensor cable

for sensor modules

MiniUSB cable

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2.2.7 Using MxBus Modules

The MxBus camera connector is located under the housing cover (clamps 5 and 6 of the screw clamps) and allows the operation of additional modules for expanding functionality (e.g. connection of an MX-GPS-Box for determining time and position). MxBus was optimized speciﬁcally for the use of existing two-wire cables.

The terminal connector has two connectors to connect an MxBus module (other MxBus modules can then be connected from there). The length of the entire MxBus cable may not exceed 50m/55yd.

Note

The MxBus wires that are to be stripped at the end should always be fed into the camera through appropriate plugs before mounting. If the single wire plug is used, one wire must be pushed through a hole in the plug.

Do not mix up the polarity of the cables during installa

tion. Select a consistent cable color for +/– in the entire MxBus system (for example, red = +, blue = –)

Nach dem Anschließen eines MxBus-Moduls muss zunächst der MxBus selbst (sofern noch nicht geschehen) als auch das Modul selbst in der Benutzeroberﬂäche der Kamera im Browser in Betrieb genommen werden (Admin Menu> Hardware-

Erweiterungen verwalten bzw. MxBus-Module verwalten).

2.2.8 External Audio Support (Microphone/Speaker)

The camera connector for an external microphone and an external speaker is located under the housing cover (clamps 1 and 2 of the screw clamps for microphone, clamps 3 and 4 for speaker).

An external microphone (red box) and an external speaker (red box) with the following technical data can be connected on the terminal connector:

•

Microphone

: Vs = 2.0 V, RL = 2.2 kOhm, sensitivity

–35±4dB, for example, Panasonic Microphone Capsule WM61

•

Speaker

: Max. power output 400mW at 8Ohms impedance, for example, Visaton

Speaker K36WP or K50WP

Mic Speaker MxBus

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2.2.9 Replacing the MicroSD Card

If the 4GB MicroSD card supplied needs to be replaced (for example, with a 64GB MicroSD card), it is best to do so

before

the camera is installed.

MicroSD cards should only be

replaced when the camera is disconnected from the power supply.

Remove rotary plug

: Loosen the rotary plug at the top of the housing, for example, using a suitable coin and remove the plug.

Remove the MicroSD card

: Carefully push the MicroSD card into the holder using a pair of tweezers until you hear a

click

. The card is now sticking out slightly and

can be removed using the tweezers.

Insert the MicroSD card

: Push the MicroSD card as shown (electrical contacts pointing towards the front) into the card slot using a pair of tweezers. Make sure that you hear a

click

when the card is inserted. The

card is now locked and can be used.

If you are using

a new MicroSD card, it needs to be formatted ﬁrst

(see

Section 3.5.2, «Formatting the MicroSD Card»

Attach the rotary plug

: Insert the rotary plug as shown and screw it tight using a coin (approximately two turns, the plug slot is pointing forwards).

2.2.10 Tools Required for Installation

Please make sure that all the camera components are included in the original packaging (see

Section 1.3.1, «S15D Core (Base Module)», Section 1.3.2, «L12 Sensor Module»

and

Section 1.3.8, «S15M»

Additional Tools/Materials Required

• Any additional materials required for attaching the camera to a ceiling/wall (four wood screws including screw anchors and washers) are included in the original packaging.

• Screwdriver with PZ 2 driver bit

• Potentially a power drill and 6-mm drill bit for screw anchor holes for attaching the base plate

• Drilling template for base plate and, where appropriate,. sensor module(at the end of this manual)

Replace the MicroSD card only if the camera

is disconnected from

the power supply!

Push the MicroSD card in once (Push), then pull out using tweezers

Click!

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• Scissors to cut out the template.

• Pencil to mark the drill holes

•

Optionally LSA+ tool for ﬁtting an installation cable onto the LSA terminals of the camera

• Hole saw or Forstner drill with 44 to 45mm/1.77in diameter for the S15D sensor modules or with 35mm/1.38in diameter for the S15M lens

• Soft cotton cloth to clean the front of the lens after installation

2.2.11 Preparatory Steps

Make sure of the following before starting to install the camera:

•

Connection with MOBOTIX patch cable

: The network connector has been guided either with an MX-Patch-Box, an MX-NPA-Box or a standard network port (only permitted in indoor areas) into the vicinity of the mounting position of the camera.

•

Connection with installation cable

: If a network installation cable is used instead, it

may not conduct any voltage and may not be connected to the network.

•

Even surface

: Make sure before attaching the camera that the surface is even so

that the base plate of the camera does not move.

•

Pressure equalization element

: This element on the housing of the S15 and the sensor modules must be kept free to enable pressure equalization element of the camera housing.

Only use the LSA/ Krone blade and set

to LOW impact!

S15D/S15M

FlexMount (front)

Sensor module (rear)

Do not cover pressure equalization elements

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2.3 Installing the S15D FlexMount

Use the drilling templates supplied (at the end of the manual) to mark the position for drilling the dowel holes for the camera and the sensor modules. Make sure that it is not scaled down when printing or copying the drilling template.

Caution

Make sure the camera is mounted on an even surface. If this is not the case, there is a risk that the housing plate will move and the housing will begin to leak.

The torque for the

housing cover screws

is 0.4Nm.

Only exchange sensor modules when powered o: Make sure that the camera‘s power supply has been disconnected before attempting to exchange any sensor modules.

2.3.1 Attaching the S15D Base Module

Depending on the system, the base module of a S15D can be installed quickly:

1. If necessary, mark the drill holes at the intended mounting position, drill the holes for the base plate and hammer in the 6mm dowels supplied.

Pressure

compensation

element

Base plate

R L

115mm/4.53in

130mm/5.12in

LEDs

MicroSD card

Keys

Triple cable retainer

Bayonet catch

S15D housing cover

Slits for cable ties

LED defaults:

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

The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling templates in their original size

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2. If this has not been done already, insert the cable tie needed to ensure that less strain is placed on the connection cable into the slot provided below in the base plate without closing it.

3. Screw on the S15D base module using the 4×40mm screws included (or other suitable screws) and washers (with a diam. of4.3mm).

2.3.2 Attaching and Connecting the S15D Sensor Modules

Before installing the sensor modules, make sure that the sensor cables will reach the intended mounting position without placing a strain on the cables. Further information on the individual camera connectors can be found in

SectionSection 2.2.1, «Overview Of Cable

Connections».

1. Drill the hole for the sensor module at the intended mounting position (arrow on the back of the sensor module pointing “Up”).

2. Connect the sensor cable to the sensor module (turn the blue bayonet catch to the left and lift o, remove the plug, insert the sensor cable, replace the bayonet catch and turn to the right). Make sure that the sensor cables are not sharply bent anywhere!

Attach one ferrite at each end of the sensor cable (max. distance to the plug 10cm/4in, as shown in the ﬁgure).

4. If extensions are required (at least one in sensor module L12 and 15° wedge), they should now be pushed over the sensor cable and joined to the sensor module or extensions that have already been mounted using the bayonet catch (see

Section 2.3.3, «Plugging In And

Lifting O Extensions»

Only MOBOTIX cables should be used to connect the sensor modules (see

Section 1.4.3, «Connection Cable for Sensor Module»

)

The sensor module connection cables must never be bent sharply!

Max. 10cm/4in!

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If a 15° wedge is used, the visible wedge and the wedge sealing must now be pushed onto the cable, the sensor module and any extensions already mounted (the thicker side of the wedge is at the top). Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering at the front of the sensor module is pointing upwards!

6. Now insert the cable and then push the whole sensor module (including wedge, wedge sealing and extension, if installed) through the hole.

If a 15° wedge has been ﬁtted, the second wedge sealing and the second wedge must now be pushed over the sensor cable, any installed extensions and the sensor module (the thicker side of the wedge is at the bottom) may need to be shifted to ensure that the nut is properly positioned on the back.

8. Feed the sensor cable through the nut and secure the sensor module and mounted extensions using that nut. If you need to seal o the sensor module against the wall, you should apply silicone sealant before tighten

ing the nut.

9. Attach the sensor cable of the ﬁrst sensor module to the Cam1 connector and the sensor cable of the second sensor module to the Cam2 connector of the S15D (pull the blue triple cable retainer up, remove the plug, insert the sensor cable and push the cable retainer down again).

2.3.3 Plugging in and Removing Extensions

The extensions are ﬁxed onto the sensor modules (or other extensions) with the help of a bayonet catch.

Attaching Extensions

1. Turn the sensor module so that the larger lobe (red arrow on the illustration) is at the front. The other three lobes are smaller and do not protrude (blue arrows).

Make sure MOBOTIX

lettering is pointing

upwards!

If you install a S15D with automatic day/night switching, make sure to connect the D11 (day) sensor module on the Cam1 and the N11 (night) sensor module on Cam2

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2. Turn the extension so that the larger lobe on the extension is slightly oset from the lobe on the sensor module (see blue box in the illustration on the right). Push the extension with the notches onto the sensor module.

3. Turn the extension in a clockwise direction until it clicks into place (viewed from the right). The extension will lock automatically and will not turn, even if the nuts are loosened.

Note

Make sure that the extensions are always connected as described in Step 2. Attaching the extensions incorrectly will damage the bayonet catch and may result in the nuts not being properly attached.

Removing Extensions

Proceed as follows to loosen and undo an extension lock:

1. Push the extension towards the sensor module to unlock it.

Turn the extension in an anti-clockwise direction (viewed from the back) to open the bayonet catch.

3. Remove the extension.

2.3.4 Connecting Network Cables and Additional S15D Cables

Once you have mounted the S15D and the sensor modules you can connect the network cables of the camera, a MiniUSB cable, if required, and additional cables (MxBus, microphone, speaker) as described in

Section 2.5, «Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables»

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2.4 Installing the S15M FlexMount

2.4.1 Connecting Network Cables and Additional S15M Cables

As the S15M is mounted in the intended position with the front panel behind, the housing cover cannot be removed after mounting. All the cables to be connected there (Ethernet installation cable, MxBus, microphone, speaker) are then no longer accessible and the connector for the network patch cable can only be accessed with diculty. The triple lock for connecting the MiniUSB cable can no longer be opened either. This is why you should connect the camera network cables, a MiniUSB cable, if required, and additional cables (MxBus, microphone, speaker)

before mounting the camera

as described in

Section 2.5,

«Network And Power Connection, Additional Cables»

2.4.2 Attaching the S15M Camera Housing

Use the drilling template supplied (at the end of this manual) to mark the position of the drilling holes for the camera. Make sure that it is not scaled down when printing or copying the drilling template.

Caution

Make sure the camera is mounted on an even surface. If this is not the case, there is a risk that the housing plate will move and the housing will begin to leak.

The torque for the

housing cover screws

is 0.4Nm.

115mm/4.53in

Slits for cable ties

Pressure

compensation

element

Lens with dome

Base plate

R L

130mm/5.12in

LEDs

MicroSD card

Keys

Triple cable retainer

Bayonet catch

S15M housing cover

LED defaults:

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

The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual

Always print or copy drilling templates in their original size

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Attachment to a Rear Wall

If the S15M is attached with the base plate on a rear wall (and then, for example, to a separate stainless steel cover), the camera can be mounted in just a few steps:

1. If necessary, mark the drill holes at the intended mounting position, drill the holes for the base plate and hammer in the 6mm dowels supplied.

2. If this has not been done already, insert the cable tie needed to ensure that less strain is placed on the connection cable into the slot provided below in the base plate without closing it.

3. Screw on the S15M with the 4×40mm screws included (or other suitable screws) and washers (with a diam. of4.3mm).

4. Mark the hole for the camera lens in the cover using the drilling template for the S15M and drill a hole there with a 35mm/1.38in diameter.

5. Place the cover over the camera and the cables.

Attachment Behind Screens, Walls or Ceiling Elements

This type of mounting can be completed using various attachment elements.

• Bonded nuts with stud bolts, nuts and washers as shown in the illustration.

• Thicker materials (greater than 6.4mm/0.25in) need to be machined accordingly in order to accommodate the camera housing. They can then be attached using anchor nuts or screw sockets as well as stud bolts, nuts and washers or similar.

Make sure that there is enough space behind the mounting surface for the camera and that the pressure equalization of the camera is also free after mounting.

1. Mark the hole for the camera lens in the cover using the drilling template for the S15M and drill a hole there with a 35mm/1.38in diameter.

2. Mark the places on the mounting surface where the nuts are to be placed with the help of the drilling template.

3. Tighten the stud bolts, nuts and washers.

4. Place the camera from behind onto the prepared attachment elements and screw the camera on tightly (secure nuts with a screw locking device to prevent them from becoming loose).

MOBOTIX offers a mounting kit (accessories) for this type of attachment

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2.5 Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables

2.5.1 Network Cabling for S15 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

• Connection that is dust-proof/resistant against water jets in accordance with IP65

Connecting the Patch Cable to the Camera

First remove the blue bayonet catch and the blue sealing plug in the left-hand connector on the S15. Then insert the MOBOTIX patch cable into the camera and secure the cable using the bayonet catch.

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

More information on installing an

MX-Patch-Box

MX-NPA-

Box

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

Accessories> Functional Boxes.

Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the S15 into the network port for standard connections (only permitted in indoor areas).

If additional cables are required inside the housing (MxBus, microphone, speaker), they must be connected as described in

Section 2.5.3, «Connecting Additional Cables»

Patch cable

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2.5.2 Network Cabling for S15 with Installation Cables

Remove housing cover and cable plugs

: Loosen the Allen screw on the housing cover of the S15 and remove it. Push the cable plug in the camera out of the hous

ing from the inside to the outside (red arrow).

Attach the cable ties

: Feed one of the cable ties supplied through both slots in the circuit board underneath the LSA cutting clamp.

Prepare the installation cable

: Cut the installation cable to length, feed through the white single wire plug (5-7mm/0.2 to

0.28in), remove 35mm/1.38in of insulation and separate into indi

vidual twisted wire pairs including 15mm/0.6in sheathing. Wind the shield mesh around the sheath to a width of 10mm/0.4in so that it can be ﬁxed on the contact surface later using the cable tie.

Secure the cable

: Push the

plug out and insert the installa

tion cable with single wire plug (5-7 mm/0.2 to 0.28 in) into the opening intended for the instal

lation cable. The rubber sleeve must sit tightly on the installation cable to prevent the penetration of moisture. Tighten the cable tie around the shield mesh to ensure less tension.

Connecting the cable wires

: The individual wires of the installation cable can be connected to the LSA cutting clamp using an appropriate tool and in accordance with the EIA/TIA-568A or B standard used (see printed color coding above the clamp; see red arrow in the illustration below).

~15mm

~35mm

~20mm

~10mm

Shield meshCable

sheath

Wire shield

Ensure that the installation cable is fed right into the housing when the camera is in the right position so that the cable plug provides optimal sealing for the housing

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Caution

Make sure that

all cable end ocuts are removed from inside the camera

. If

not, this could lead to

short circuits

Hint

: Hold the cable ends ﬁrm before cutting them with the LSA+ tool.

If additional cables are required inside the housing (MxBus, microphone, speaker), they must be connected as described in

Section 2.5.3, «Connecting Additional Cables»

Only use the LSA/ Krone blade and set

to LOW impact!

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