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/148 M15 Camera Manual: Contents 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 MOBOTIX Seminars MOBOTIX offers inexpensive seminars that include workshops and practical exercises. For more information, visit www.mobotix.com > Seminars.
/148 Contents CONTENTS 1 Product Overview 10 1.1 M15 AllroundDual 10 1.1.1 1.1.2 1.1.3 1.1.4 1.1.5 General Product Characteristics Hemispheric Sensor Module Advantages and New Features Decentralized Video System Green IP Video 10 15 18 20 22 1.2 Technical Specifications 24 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.2.3 1.2.4 1.2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Contents 1.5 MOBOTIX Software 50 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 1.5.4 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) MxControlCenter MxEasy MOBOTIX App 50 51 52 53 2 Installation 54 2.1 Preparing the Installation 54 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.
/148 Contents 3 Operating The Camera 94 3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 94 3.1.1 3.1.2 3.1.3 Manually Using a Computer in the 10.x.x.x IP Address Range Automatically Using MxControlCenter or MxEasy Automatically Using DHCP 95 96 97 3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings 98 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 3.2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Contents 3.7.8 3.7.9 3.7.10 3.7.11 3.7.12 3.7.13 3.7.14 3.7.15 3.7.16 Deactivating the Camera Reboot Browser Cleaning the Camera and Lens Legal Notes Safety Warnings Online Help in the Browser RoHS Declaration Disposal Disclaimer 142 142 142 143 143 144 144 145 145 Manufacturer 147 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.
/148 Contents 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.
/148 M15 Camera Manual FOREWORD Dear MOBOTIX customer, Congratulations on your decision to purchase the M15, the powerful successor to the original MOBOTIX M1/M10/M12, proven over one hundred thousand times. This weatherproof (IP66), versatile, all-round solution “Made in Germany” represents an important milestone in the successful history of MOBOTIX products. As decentralized complete video systems, MOBOTIX cameras have much more to offer than conventional network cameras.
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/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 M15 AllroundDual 1.1.1 General Product Characteristics The HiRes Dual Camera System for All Your Needs The M15 AllroundDual camera is a well equipped, professional network camera that is top of the MOBOTIX product range, both in terms of functionality and technological capability.
/148 M15 AllroundDual Ethernet patch cable Using VarioFlex mount for installing on a wall or ceiling (can be upgraded) MiniUSB MxBus PoE switch The Proper Sensor Module for Every Application All in all, 24 different sensor modules are available for the M15: 8 focal lengths, from tele lens to Hemispheric, each available as Day, Night or Night-LPF module for special purposes (e.g. license plate recognition).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview Can Be Used Day and Night The advantage of a M15D configured as a day-and-night camera is primarily that it continuously uses two sensor modules (one day, one night) rather than relying on a mechanical filter switch, which can be costly to maintain.
M15 AllroundDual A number of additional devices can be used. They are connected via a network switch or directly to the camera housing via an MxBus or MiniUSB cable (for example, ExtIO, MOBOTIX functional boxes, audio or USB-based storage devices). If the network switch features an Internet connection, it can be used for encrypted access to the camera footage from anywhere in the world. Virtual PTZ (vPTZ) – Panning, Tilting and Zooming with No Motor Required The M15 also zooms in on detail.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview The maximum resolution per sensor module is 6MP (3072x2048 pixels, more than 3 times larger than Full HD!). The sensor modules themselves are installed in a few easy steps in the basic module (see Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits)»). MOBOTIX also offers the M15D Kits as ready-to-install day/night cameras with the same focal lengths for both image sensors (see Section 1.3.6, «M15D Kits “Day/Night”»).
/148 M15 AllroundDual 1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module Equipped with the hemispheric L10‑L12* sensor module (day or night), an entire room can be ideally monitored using just one M15, which replaces the time-consuming and expensive installation of several standard cameras.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview be optically straightened to the image edges using this feature. A welcome side effect of this is that the protective cover disappears from the image. If this measure does not work in a specific situation (downward camera tilt not possible), the protective cover can be removed from the image by zooming and, if necessary, by panning downward using the virtual functions.
M15 AllroundDual 17/148 Double Panorama for a Simultaneous View in Two Directions The “Double Panorama” display mode provides a panorama image of both halves of the surveillance area. Using the vPTZ functions, the panorama images can be changed as desired. The example here shows an overview panorama of the entire room, as well as the entrance, which would have otherwise no longer been visible in the panorama.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.1.3 Advantages and New Features The high-resolution M15 AllroundDual is the more powerful successor of the M12 and uses image sensors with 6MP or 5MP resolution. Since the images of a M15 sensor with a maximum size of 3072x2048 (6MP) or 2592x1944 (5MP) can be viewed live or in the recordings, the M15 is clearly superior to its predecessor in terms of image quality and frame rate.
M15 AllroundDual MxActivitySensor The M15 provides an activity-controlled image analysis sensor as standard for detecting the movements of people and objects in a defined surveillance area (full image or section). The MxActivitySensor delivers reliable results particularly in outdoor area applications, in contrast to video motion detection that continues to be available and that registers all image changes in defined video motion windows.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.1.4 Decentralized Video System Usually, cameras only supply images, while processing and recording take place later on a central PC using video management software. This centralized structure has too many limitations for high-resolution video systems since it requires high network bandwidth and the PC processing power is insufficient when using several high-resolution cameras.
/148 M15 AllroundDual MOBOTIX In the event of an alarm, M15 cameras can also record lip-synchronous audio. The cameras therefore play an important role in analyzing and clarifying a situation. Thanks to an integrated speaker and microphone, each individual camera can also be used for bidirectional communication (two-way video communication), so you can easily use the MOBOTIX App with your iPhone or iPad on the road.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.1.5 Green IP Video The modern, network-based video security technology offers numerous advantages to use energy efficiently. 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 consumption and environmental friendly because of long life expectancy and minimal amount of materials involved. Low Power Consumption MOBOTIX cameras are cost-efficiently supplied via PoE.
/148 M15 AllroundDual ll Wa nt u mo nt ng ili Ce u mo © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.2 Technical Specifications 1.2.1 M15 Lens Options Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof, none of these lenses requires a mechanical auto iris, thus making the camera extremely robust and maintenance-free. The M15 can take one or two optical sensor modules as required.
/148 Technical Specifications Lenses for Sensor Modules with 6MP Image Sensor Lenses 6MP Sensors L10 L20 L22 L32 L43 L65 L135 L270 10 mm 20 mm 22 mm 32 mm 43 mm 65 mm 135 mm 270 mm 1.8 mm 3.6 mm 4 mm 6 mm 8 mm 12 mm 25 mm 50 mm 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 2.5 180° 105° 90° 60° 45° 31° 15° 8° 180° 77° 67° 45° 34° 23° 11° 6° Image width ∞ 2.6 2.0 1.2 0.8 0.6 0.3 0.1 Image height ∞ 1.6 1.3 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2 0.1 Image width ∞ 13.0 10.0 5.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview Lenses for Sensor Modules with 5MP Image Sensor Lenses 5MP Sensors L12 L23 L25 L38 L51 L76 L160 L320 12 mm 23 mm 25 mm 38 mm 51 mm 76 mm 160 mm 320 mm 1.8 mm 3.6 mm 4 mm 6 mm 8 mm 12 mm 25 mm 50 mm 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 2.5 180° 92° 82° 55° 40° 27° 13° 7° 160° 68° 61° 41° 30° 20° 10° 5° Image width ∞ 2.1 1.7 1.0 0.7 0.5 0.2 0.1 Image height 11.3 1.3 1.2 0.7 0.5 0.4 0.2 0.
/148 Technical Specifications 1.2.2 M15D-Thermal With Optional MX Sensor Module This model variant has a permanently installed thermal image sensor and can optionally take one more sensor module (see above). The thermal image sensor is available in the focal lengths listed below. A. Mixed operation B. Single thermal operation The following combinations of thermal sensor modules are possible for an M15D: A.
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/148 Technical Specifications 1.2.4 Camera Variants – Software Features Camera Model M15D-SEC/M15D-Thermal General Features Digital zoom (continuous) with panning Motion JPEG/MxPEG/H.264 codecs Custom exposure windows • •/•/• • (not for thermal sensor) Snapshot rec. (pre-/post-alarm images) 50 Terabyte ring buffer (internal/network) • Continous rec. with sound (0.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.2.5 Technical Specifications M15D/M15D-Thermal Technical Specifications M15D/M15D-Thermal MX-M15D (any combination of Day/Night/LPF sensor modules) MX-M15D-Thermal (optionally 1 add. Day/Night/LPF sensor module) Model Variants M15D with two MX sensor modules (Day/Night/LPF) M15D with one MX sensor module (Day/Night/LPF) M15D-Thermal with one add. MX sensor module (Day/Night/LPF, optional) Lens options MX sensor module 10 to 270 mm (35 mm format), hor.
Technical Specifications Technical Specifications M15D/M15D-Thermal Image Processing Backlight compensation, automatic white balance, image distortion correction, panorama correction, video sensors (video motion detection/MxActivitySensor), optional off-color/black & white display of thermal image sensor Virtual PTZ Digital pan/tilt/zoom, continuous up to 8X Alarm/Events Video Motion detection, MxActivitySensor, external signals, temperature sensor, PIR, microphone, shock detector, notification via e-m
/148 Visit www.mobotix.com and go to Products > M15 AllroundDual. In the shopping basket, open the Product Configurator and use it to order the required parts (e.g., sensor modules). M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.3.1 M15 Core (Base Module) 1.1 M.11 M.10 1.2 M.9 M.8 1.3 1.4 M.7 1.5 M.6 1.6 M.5 1.7 1.8 M.4 1.9 M.3 M.2 1.10 1.12 M.1 1.19 1.15 1.17 1.20 1.11 1.14 1.13 1.18 1.16 Standard Delivery Item Count 1.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Standard Delivery Item Count Part Name 1.11 2 Sensor module cable 15 cm/6 in (installed in camera) 1.12 1 I/O cable with red clips to front element 15 cm/6 in (installed) 1.13 1 Hinged ferrite for Ethernet cable (installed) 1.14 1 Hinged ferrite for sensor module cable (installed) 1.15 2 Rubber plug for covering mounting screws, white 1.16 3 Stainless steel Allen screw M6x30 (installed) 1.17 3 Stainless steel washer Ø 6.4 mm (installed) 1.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview Connections of the MOBOTIX M15 The MOBOTIX M15 has the following connections that are accessible once the housing has been opened (see Section 2.2.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.3.2 M15D-Thermal Model Variant The delivered parts of the M15D-Thermal are slightly different from those of the M15 Core (see Section 1.3.1, «M15 Core (Base Module)»): 1.1 M.11 M.10 1.2 M.9 M.8 1.3 1.4 M.7 1.5 M.6 1.6 M.5 1.7 1.8 M.4 1.9 M.3 1.10 M.2 1.12 1.11 M.1 1.19 1.15 1.17 1.20 1.14 1.13 1.18 1.16 Changes in the Delivery of the M15D-Thermal Item Count 1.
The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview Dimensions of the M15 with Wall Mount 158 mm/6.22 in 106 mm/4.17 in 199 mm/7.84 in Always print or copy drilling template in their original size 244 mm/9.6 in 36/148 244 mm/9.6 in 199 mm/7.84 in 106 mm/4.17 in 239 mm/9.41 in © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Dimensions of the M15 with Ceiling Mount The drilling templates can be found at the end of the manual 158 mm/6.22 in 106 mm/4.17 in 199 mm/7.84 in 210 mm/8.27 in Always print or copy drilling template in their original size 207 mm/8.15 in 210 mm/8.27 in 199 mm/7.84 in 106 mm/4.17 in © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 *For an explanation of the sensor module designations (e.g., L10‑L12), please read Section 1.2.1, «M15 Lens Options» Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3.3 Sensor Modules L10‑L12* 2.1 2.2 2.6 2.3 2.5 2.4 Item Number 2.1 1 Part Name Sensor module with affixed washer 2.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L10‑L12 (installed) 2.3 1 Dome (installed) 2.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed) 2.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed) 2.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Front View LED default settings: 2 1 Power (on), Error (flashes) 2 Recording (flashes) Diam. 50 mm/2 in 1 LEDs Sensor module housing Microphone Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Markers for top Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Sensor cable connection Sensor module housingl Pressure compensation Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 58 mm/2.3 in 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 30 mm/1.
/148 *For an explanation of the sensor module designations (e.g., L10‑L12), please read Section 1.2.1, «M15 Lens Options» Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3.4 Sensor Modules L20‑L23, L22‑L25, L32‑L38, L43‑L51, L65‑L76, L135‑L160* 3.1 3.2 3.6 3.3 3.5 3.4 Item Number 3.1 1 Sensor module with affixed washer Part Name 3.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Front View LED default settings: 2 1 Power (on), Error (flashes) 2 Recording (flashes) Diam. 50 mm/2 in 1 LEDs Sensor module housing Microphone Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Markers for top Sensor cable connection Sensor module housing Pressure compensation Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 48 mm/1.
/148 *For an explanation of the sensor module designations (e.g., L10‑L12), please read Section 1.2.1, «M15 Lens Options» Sensor module M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3.5 Sensor Modules L270‑L320* 4.1 4.2 4.6 4.3 4.5 4.4 Item Number 4.1 1 Part Name Sensor module with affixed washer 4.2 1 MOBOTIX lens L270‑L320 (installed) 4.3 1 Protective lens cover (installed) 4.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed) 4.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed) 4.
/148 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Diam. 50 mm/2 in Front View Protective lens cover Sensor module housing Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Markers for top Sensor cable connection Sensor module housing Pressure compensation Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 48 mm/1.89 in 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 32 mm/1.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3.6 M15D Kits “Day/Night” In order to facilitate the installation, you also order the M15 as complete kit with one day and one night lens of the same focal lengths.
Available Accessories 1.4 Available Accessories 1.4.1 Polarization Filter 45/148 Order no: MX-SM-OPT-POL The polarization filter can suppress annoying reflections and thus enhances recognizability of persons behind windshields, for example. This filter replaces the protective glass insert into the corresponding sensor module (note that this filter cannot be used in L10‑L12 sensor modules). Use the blue lens wrench (M.6) to rotate the polarization filter and to adjust its orientation (see Section 3.3.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch Order no.: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10 (length: 1 m/2 m/5 m/10 m) The MOBOTIX-developed special cable can be installed in a waterproof manner and has an integrated sealing gasket. Every M15 ships with a 0.5-m-long cable as standard, which can be exchanged for a patch cable up to 10 m in length. 1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set Order no.: MX-NPA-PoE-EU and MX-NPA-PoE-INT (Version EU and Version INT) Order no.
Available Accessories 1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box Order no.: MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT The MX-NPA-Box is a weatherproof PoE injector conforming to the IEEE 802.3af standard and is designed to connect to a MOBOTIX camera external voltage sources (12 to 57 V DC). The MX-NPA-Box is equipped with the Patch-Box’s weatherproof and extremely compact exterior housing (protection class IP65, –30 to +60 °C/–22 to 140 °F), which means it can also be installed in the space of the Outdoor Wall Mount.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module Order no.: MX-ExtIO The device, which is suitable both for on-wall and in-wall installations, contains a powerful speaker, microphone, infrared motion sensor, ambient temperature sensor, two input and two output contacts and two illuminated keys. It is ideal for door communication, elevators, access control systems, etc. The ExtIO is suitable for use as direct connection to the M15 via a MiniUSB cable (max.
Available Accessories 1.4.15 Other Accessories Since the range of accessories for the MOBOTIX system keeps growing, you should visit the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com in the Products > Accessories section to see the entire list of available accessories. THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS 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.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.5 MOBOTIX Software 1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in firmware whose functions are accessed by the MOBOTIX remote stations MxControlCenter, MxEasy and MOBOTIX App. The M15 models therefore also feature a variety of functions that are integrated in the firmware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notification via video IP telephony.
MOBOTIX Software 51/148 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.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Product Overview 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.
MOBOTIX Software 1.5.4 MOBOTIX App 53/148 Premium solution: There for you whenever and wherever you need it, the MOBOTIX App serves as the perfect mobile remote station that uses intelligent detailed solutions to increase security and convenience for users on a daily basis.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2 INSTALLATION The MOBOTIX M15 has been designed to be mounted on walls and ceilings. It can also be installed on a mounting pole using the appropriate MOBOTIX accessories. The different installation options are described in Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount» and the following sections, while the drilling templates are included at the end of the manual. 2.
/148 Preparing the Installation Wall mount Ceiling mount Wall installation 360° Ceiling installation +20° -60° Central joint Weather protection Tilting the camera when installed on a wall • Horizontal: 180° • Vertical: -60° to +20° Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling • Horizontal: 360° • Vertical: -90° to +17° The VarioFlex mount consists of a central joint, which is directly screwed into place with the M15 housing, and a wall and ceiling mount, which is fastened to the central joint
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Wall Installation The M15 can be installed on the wall of a building or structures, even mobile surfaces, for both indoor and outdoor use. The camera is mounted using the pre-installed VarioFlex mount (supplied as standard), which is easily secured using the four enclosed screws and screw anchors (depending on the surface, it can also be mounted without screw anchors directly over the in-wall socket).
Preparing the Installation Installing on a Pole (With Accessories) Installation on round poles is frequently used for cameras that are intended for mobile outdoor use (for example, surveillance of construction sites). For this purpose, MOBOTIX recommends using the pole mount, which is available for the M15 as an accessory and is almost indestructible (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation focus (b est ima 2,50 m – 3,50 m Camera Identification ge qua Detection lity) Perception 1,50 m 3m 5m MOBOTIX original 180° Panorama image (L10‑L12 sensor module) 2,50 m – 3,50 m MOBOTIX recommendation Installation in the middle of the wall Allround View Capture of entire room A single M15 sensor module can monitor an entire room right into each of the four corners (360° Panorama View) thanks to its hemispheric lens.
/148 Preparing the Installation Furthermore, the “camera view from top to bottom” can also be achieved by installing the camera on a wall or a pole at a tilt of 90°. Weatherproof housing visible in the full image Panning/tilting/zooming removes the area concealed by the weatherproof cover Note Part of the captured image area is concealed behind the protective cover of the M15 housing, especially in the full image.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE Conforming to IEEE 802.3af) The M15 supports Powerover-Ethernet according to IEEE 802.3af (PoE) All M15 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The PoE Adapter Set (MX-NPA-PoE-Set) may be used for smaller installations, or the weatherproof PoE injector MX-NPA-Box (MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT) may be used in outdoor scenarios.
Preparing the Installation 61/148 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) You should install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in order to maintain a continuous power supply even when utility power fails. These devices also provide full protection against electrical surges and voltage fluctuations, enhancing the reliability of the system as a whole. When using a more powerful 19” rack-mounted UPS, you can also protect all other network components (for example, switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection When installing the wiring inside or outside of buildings, make sure you always adhere to the relevant regulations on wiring, fire prevention, and protection against lightning. MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the effects of small electrical surges by a range of measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur.
/148 First Installation Steps 2.2 First Installation Steps 2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits) Not required with M15D Kit (see Section 1.3.6) The MOBOTIX M15 cameras are delivered with a pre-assembled housing as M15 Core camera. The sensor modules (consisting of lens carrier, image sensor and lens) need be ordered separately. Upon delivery, the sensor module sockets in the front element are fitted with transport plugs.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Prepare the sensor module: Remove the plastic lock nut (this is not needed any more). Remove the bayonet catch by rotating it counter-clockwise, then remove the blue rubber plug. 2. Remove the transport plugs: Gently pull the two transport plugs out of the sensor module sockets by lifting the rim of the plugs. Now pull the connectors of the sensor module cables out of the back of the transport plugs; take care not to damage the connectors or the cables.
/148 First Installation Steps 6. Lock the sensor module: Using the black module wrench, turn the sensor module clockwise until it stops. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for the second sensor module or the blind module, respectively. Installing the blind module is a mandatory prerequisite when using the M15 as a mono camera with only one sensor module. Caution Note that the sensor modules are not yet protected against theft and unwanted rotation (e.g., due to vibration).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Place the camera face-down on a clean and dry surface. 2. Remove the two rubber plugs at the back of the camera housing. Remove rubber plugs at the back of the housing using small screwdriver 3. Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, loosen the two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Leave the bolts and washers in the camera housing. 4.
First Installation Steps 67/148 2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules Note that you only need to follow this procedure if the security clips (M11) have been installed. Since the sensor modules cannot be exchanged from the outside in such a case, you need to remove the front element, replace the sensor modules and install the front element again. If no security clips have been installed, you can exchange the sensor modules as described in Section 2.2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation M MMM MMM 6. Connect the sensor module cable to the sensor module: Guide the cable through the opening in the front element and firmly push the sensor module cable into the connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut. 7. Insert the sensor module: Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering on the sensor module is at the “9 o’clock” position as shown in the figure.
/148 First Installation Steps 3. Remove hinged ferrite and pull out cable: Remove the hinged ferrite from the patch cable by cautiously opening the two latches with a small screw driver. Gently pull the patch cable out of the housing (you may have to remove the foot of the wall mount to be able to do this). 4. Attach ferrite at the new patch cable: Attach the hinged ferrite at the new patch cable, leaving a space of exactly 70 mm/2.8 in between the sealing of the plug and the ferrite. 70 mm/2.8 in 5.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable Only use USB cables with angled plugs for connecting USB cables to the M15! Using the USB plug (red circle in figure), you can attach existing expansion modules, such as the MOBOTIX ExtIO (USB), the MX-232-IO-Box or external USB hard drives to the camera in a weatherproof and well-protected manner. Procedure 1. Open camera housing: Open the camera housing as described in Section 2.2.2. 2.
First Installation Steps 71/148 2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable You can use such a cable to connect additional MOBOTIX modules (e.g., the MX-GPS-Box or the MX-232-IO-Box) to the M15. Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having two wires) to the MxBus connector (red circle in figure). Take care not to switch the polarity of the wires. It is recommended to use the same wire color for +/– for the entire MxBus system (e.g., red = +, blue = –).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Notes After you have connected an MxBus module, you need to activate it in the camera's browser interface (Admin Menu > Manage Hardware Expansions or Manage MxBus Modules, respectively). 2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing Once you have completed the tasks in the interior of the M15, you need to reassemble the front element of the M15.
/148 First Installation Steps 2. Place the camera on its right side (as seen by the camera) as shown. Push the cable of the left sensor module under the retaining lug at the screw bore (red circle in detail figure) Caution When inserting the front element, the sensor cables must not come between the guides at the side of the housing, since this will destroy the cables! 3.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount The M15 is an allround camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The camera must always be installed with the VarioFlex mount, which has been prepared at the factory for wall mounting and allows the cabling to be concealed. The best camera position for the selected lens must be found before installing the camera on the wall (see Section 2.1.1, «Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole» and Section 2.1.
Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 75/148 In order to ensure a flush finish with the surface, connect the camera patch cable to the network cable using a standard adapter that is protected in the wall mount or a MX-Patch-Box that can easily be inserted into the cavity socket of the wall mount (VarioFlex mount). For more information on the MX-Patch-Box, please visit www.mobotix.com and go to the Products > Accessories > Interface Boxes section.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Install and prepare the network connection: The pre-installed patch cable attached to the camera must be connected with the on-site network cable. The connection can either be established using an installed in-wall socket with RJ45 connector or, in the case of a protruding network or patch cable, using the MX-Patch-Box. In both cases, the connection is well protected and is neither accessible nor visible from the outside.
/148 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 5. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the drill holes and hold it against the wall. Then use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate wrench. Do not overtighten the screws as this may damage the plastic mount. Check that the screws are securely in place and place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in Section 3.3. 6.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount The M15 is an allround camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The camera is always installed together with the VarioFlex mount, which is shipped as a wall mount, but can be converted to a ceiling mount in just a few steps. The best camera position for the selected lens must be found before installing the camera on a ceiling, an overhang or balcony (see Section 2.1.
Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount 79/148 In addition, a cavity or in-wall socket can be installed for the network cable protruding from the ceiling, which allows sufficient space to use a standard adapter to connect the network cable with the camera patch cable.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Convert to a ceiling mount: Simply remove the lock screw on the central joint and exchange the wall mount for the supplied ceiling mount. Before fastening the ceiling mount to the central joint (using the screw of the wall mount), the patch cable is guided through one of the four openings. 2.
/148 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount  6. Mount the camera: Place the ceiling mount over the drill holes, use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate screwdriver. Do not overtighten the screws as this may damage the plastic mount. Check that the screws are securely in place and place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in Section 3.3. 7.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) If you are intending to install the camera on a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX M15 pole mount. This mount is made of 3-mm powder-coated stainless steel (white) and has been designed specifically for outdoor use. The supplied stainless steel straps allow the mount to be attached to poles with diameters between 60 mm and 180 mm. By design, the pole mount does not allow the use of an in-wall socket.
Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) 83/148 2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) When mounted to a pole, the camera can be turned or tilted similar to wall installations: • horizontally: 180° • vertically: 80° 180° +20° Tilting the camera when installed on a pole • Horizontal: 180° • Vertical: 80° -60° If the wall mount is rotated by 90 degrees, you can also point the camera all the way down: +20° 90° -90° Height: 174 mm/6.85 in Pole Mount Dimensions Width: 140 mm/5.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation Scope of Delivery and Required Parts Please first check that all the components supplied with the corner and pole mount set are present in the original packaging. 5.6 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.5 Item Number Part Name 5.1 1 Pole mount 5.2 4 Stainless steel hex head screws M6x20 mm 5.3 4 Stainless steel hex head screws M6x35 mm (not required) 5.4 8 Stainless steel washers 5.5 4 Stainless steel hex nuts M6 5.
Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) Procedure 1. Prepare the cable: Guide the on-site network cable from behind through the middle opening of the pole mount. Ideally, the cable should be guided directly from the pole into the cavity socket of the VarioFlex wall mount, where it is connected with the camera patch cable (concealed cabling) via an adapter (such as MX-Patch-Box). 2. Prepare the straps: Guide the two stainless steel straps through the pole mount.
/148  Screw caps for lock screws M15 Camera Manual: Installation 6. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the predrilled positions in the pole mount and tighten it using the supplied M6x25 mm screws (item 1.2), washers (item 1.4) and M6 hex nuts (item 1.5). Place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in Section 3.3. 7. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean soft cotton cloth for optimal image results. 8.
/148 Replacing the MicroSD Card 2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card The camera must be taken down to remove, insert, or replace a MicroSD card in use. To avoid data loss, be sure to deactivate MicroSD card recording in the camera software and reboot the MOBOTIX camera before removing the card. Caution A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated recording to the SD card and rebooted the camera.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 5. Unlock MicroSD card: Carefully slide the metal latch to the right (using your fingernail). 6. Remove the MicroSD card: Lift the metal latch upwards and to the right and remove the SD card. 7. Insert and lock the MicroSD card: Insert the MicroSD card and close the metal latch. Gently slide the metal latch (using your fingernail) back to the left to lock the MicroSD card. 8.
Network and Power Connection 2.7 89/148 Network and Power Connection • Power is supplied to the camera via the camera Ethernet connection (patch or installation cable). We recommend using a MOBOTIX PoE adapter or another similar high-quality PoE product to loop-in the power supply: – One camera: with the PoE adapter (MX-NPA-PoE or MX-NPA-Box) – Multiple cameras: with PoE products conforming to IEEE 802.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 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 or MX-NPABox is available at www.mobotix.
/148 Network and Power Connection 2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of the PoE adapter. 2. Connect the PC/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet port of the computer. IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example 3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Installation 2.7.5 Variable PoE The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any peripheral devices connected (see table). PoE classes 1, 2 or 3 may be selected in the browser-based user interface in order to optimally adjust the camera to your system design (PoE switch in use, emergency power concept, etc.). PoE Power Level Classes (IEEE 802.3af standard) Class Max. power consumption Camera operating mode and peripheral devices 2 3.84 W–6.
/148 Network and Power Connection 2.7.6 Camera Startup Sequence As soon as the power supply has been established, LEDs 1 and 2 will show the progress of the startup sequence. LED default settings: 1 Power (on), Error (flashes) 2 Recording (flashes) L R 1 2 • Booting: Immediately after connecting the power supply, the red LED lights up, blinks for two seconds, then stays on permanently red. A camera self-test is carried out at this point, and the entire system is started.
/148 Download the freeof-charge MxEasy and MxControlCenter software at www.mobotix.com M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate the MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Apple, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX applications MxControlCenter and MxEasy.
Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 3.1.1 95/148 Manually Using a Computer in the 10.x.x.x IP Address Range You can set up the camera’s network parameters using a browser and the embedded camera software. To do so, connect the camera to a computer or network that is using a 10.x.x.x IP address range (see Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser»). Afterwards, you can enter the camera’s default IP address in the browser’s address bar on your computer (see Section 3.2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.1.2 Automatically Using MxControlCenter or MxEasy You can set up the camera’s network parameters using the free video management software MxControlCenter or MxEasy (see Section 3.2.3 and Section 3.2.4). You can also use one of these applications to automatically configure the network parameters of MOBOTIX cameras that are not operating on the same IP address range as the computer. Download the freeof-charge MxEasy and MxControlCenter software at www.
Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 3.1.3 Automatically Using DHCP The camera can automatically obtain its network parameters using DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). This requires the network to have a functioning DHCP server (for example, a DSL router with activated DHCP server) and the camera must be booted using DHCP (see Section 3.2.6, «Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP)»).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the network parameters of the camera. If your network is already using an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range with a 255.0.0.0 network mask, you do not need to change the camera’s network parameters. You can access the camera directly (see Section 3.
First Images and the Most Important Settings 99/148 Linux/Unix: 1. Open a terminal as root user. 2. Enter the following command: ifconfig eth0:1 10.8.0.11 3. The computer is now also using the IP address 10.8.0.11 Mac OS X: 1. Open System Properties > Network. 2. Select Ethernet. In the Configuration field, select Manual and enter a 10.x.x.x IP address (for example, 10.8.0.11). 3. Click on Apply on the bottom right-hand side of the dialog box to assign the computer the IP address 10.8.0.11. 2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the power supply and to the network, you can access the user interface with the live camera image in the web browser. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Safari or any other graphical browser with activated JavaScript is suitable. It does not matter which operating system is used.
First Images and the Most Important Settings 101/148 Camera Views: Live, Player, MultiView The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays the live screen when it starts up (factory default setting). You can set a different start page in Admin Menu > Language and Start Page (for example, the Guest screen) to allow a restricted access to the live image.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxControlCenter Installation Download MxControlCenter for free from www.mobotix.com Download the setup file from the MOBOTIX website to install the latest version. The latest versions are available at www.mobotix.com in the Support > Software Downloads > MxControlCenter section. To install MxControlCenter, simply double-click the setup file and follow the instructions.
/148 First Images and the Most Important Settings MOBOTIX– Searching and Displaying Cameras Launch MxControlCenter after successful installation by double-clicking the shortcut that was created by the installer or the executable file MxCC.exe in the installation directory on your computer. The Add Video Sources dialog box appears and the application automatically searches for MOBOTIX cameras in the local network when you launch the program for the first time.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Cameras Are Found But Are Located in a Different Subnet The symbols in the first column and the legend in the dialog box indicate whether you can access a particular camera directly from the MxControlCenter, which is the case for (OK) . Cameras designated with (different subnet) all cameras designated with are located in a different subnet. This usually applies to new cameras or cameras that have been reset to their factory settings.
First Images and the Most Important Settings Activate the Use this IP address/this range option if the IP address of a particular camera must be assigned manually (for networks with static IP addresses). Obtain the assigned IP address, subnet mask and standard gateway from your network administrator and enter the data. All you have to do is enter the range of IP addresses that includes the addresses of all of these cameras to reconfigure multiple cameras at the same time.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Editing the Video Source List Right-click this list to open a shortcut menu from which you can select all video sources or cancel the selection. You can also use this method to remove from the list some or all of the video sources that you do not want to display or manage in MxControlCenter.
First Images and the Most Important Settings 107/148 3.2.4 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxEasy Installing and Starting MxEasy Download the current version of MxEasy from the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com > Support > Software Downloads in the MxEasy area). Double-click the shortcut for the program or the program file.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Reconfiguring Network Addresses of Cameras *Bonjour: automatic recognition of network services in IP networks Using Bonjour*, MxEasy not only finds cameras on the same network as your computer, it also finds MOBOTIX cameras located in other subnets (status Invalid network).
First Images and the Most Important Settings 109/148 Here, you can jump directly to the main window of MxEasy with the current live camera image by activating the option Quick Start. However, some required detailed configurations may have to be made at a later time (for example, password protection, available bandwidth). For this reason, we recommend activating the option Complete integration and complete the remaining dialog boxes of the MxEasy Assistant until the main window appears.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2.5 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address Passwords and camera settings will not be changed Under certain circumstances, you may have to reset the camera to its factory IP address. This could be the case, for example, if the IP address has been lost or the camera does not respond to the last known IP address. Proceed as follows to start up the camera with its factory IP address: 1.
/148 First Images and the Most Important Settings 3.2.6 Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) If your network has a DHCP server, you can start the MOBOTIX camera with DHCP support. The camera automatically obtains an IP address from the DHCP server and announces the new network data. Please note that this announcement can only be heard if the camera speaker has been activated. 1.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.3 Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 3.3.1 Adjusting the Camera 1. The live image from the camera is displayed on the computer monitor. 2. Loosen the screws on the VarioFlex mount using the supplied Allen wrench so that you can easily turn and tilt the camera. 3. Display the desired camera section on the computer monitor, then turn and tilt the camera until you have found the best position and sharpness.
Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 113/148 3.3.2 Adjusting Lens Focus (L76/L160 Only) Once the camera has been installed, the L76 and L160 sensor modules should be checked for proper image sharpness and manually adjusted, if required. To do so, use the blue lens wrench and the black module wrench (both are supplied with the M15 basic module). The focusing aid provides a visual aid when correcting the image sharpness (see The Live Screen of the MOBOTIX Camera in the camera’s online help).
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.3.3 Inserting a Filter MOBOTIX offers a polarization filter in its range of accessory products for all sensor modules (except the L10‑L12). The polarization filter prevents unwanted reflections from smooth surfaces. The filter can be used to provide better facial recognition of the people behind the windshield of a car, for example. Only one filter can be used per sensor module, which then replaces the standard protective glass lens. Procedure M.7 1.
Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 115/148 3.3.4 Replacing the Dome Against the Sealing Ring (Only Sensor Modules L10‑L12) For special scenarios with hemispheric sensor modules, e.g., if light entering from the side creates reflections within the dome, you can use the sealing ring instead of the dome (order no. MX-OPT-Ring-L10-L12). To exchange the dome against the sealing ring, use the blue lens wrench supplied with the S15D basic module.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 5. Screw the lens with the sealing ring back into the sensor module using the blue lens wrench. 6. Adjust the image sharpness according to the live image on a computer monitor. Use the blue lens wrench for this purpose and turn the lens cautiously to the left and to the right. Do not turn the lens too far or with force to avoid damaging the image sensor! © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function The virtual PTZ function allows you to use a mouse or joystick to continuously zoom in on images from the selected video source and “virtually” move the enlarged image section within the entire image sensor area.
/148 Virtual joystick in MxControlCenter M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Operation Using USB Joystick A standard USB joystick can drastically improve vPTZ operation for the user – in the browser, in MxEasy, and in MxControlCenter (however, MxCC is also equipped with a virtual joystick that can be operated using the mouse). Please first install the joystick on the computer according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
/148 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.2 Full Image Recording It is possible to record a full image, regardless of the live image stream that is being displayed. This ensures that the recording always contains the full image of the lens used, even though the operator may have used the vPTZ features to zoom into the image in order to examine a specific detail.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Activate/Deactivate Full Image Recording in the Browser To configure this feature, open the Setup Menu > Event Control > Recording dialog box and activate or deactivate the Full Image Recording option. © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.3 Special M15 Configuration in the Browser M15D and Different Sensor Modules A range of combination options are provided that change the available display modes and configuration possibilities by using the MOBOTIX M15D with different sensor modules.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Complete the steps described below in the browser window: 1. Log the camera on and boot it as described in Section 3.2, «First Images and the Most Important Settings». Depending on the number of sensor modules used, proceed as follows: – One sensor module: Proceed with step 2. L R Left and right camera images from two sensor modules (M15D) – Two sensor modules: In this case, the remaining steps need to be executed separately for each sensor module.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 123/148 Wall-Mounted: Setting and Correcting the Standard View “Panorama” Camera live image with panorama correction High-resolution 180° panorama 1. In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the Panorama option. Examine the image that is now displayed. If the section meets your expectations, no further adjustment is necessary, and panorama configuration is complete. To change the image section to meet your specific expectations, continue with step 2.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 2. Click the lock icon. Clicking the lock once opens it (lock clasp is raised). The lock prevents execution of later vPTZ actions, which could also unintentionally modify the view you configure. This applies to all overview display modes, that is, also to Panorama/Focus, Double Panorama and Surround. Lock open 3. A new icon for processing the panorama image appears in the top left corner of the camera image.
/148 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Caution To permanently save the standard image setting defined for the M15, go to the Store Complete Configuration option in the Manage Settings Quick Control. The settings will then remain in effect, even after rebooting.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Ceiling-Mounted: Set North (User-Defined North Direction) Once a sensor module (M15D) or entire camera (M15D) is installed on a ceiling, you need to specify its North direction. This is not the “true” direction of North but rather the main line of sight or the focus of the camera or sensor module.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 127/148 3. In the Installation Quick Control, select the Set North option. 4. Store the desired North direction permanently by first activating the checkbox and then clicking on Yes. 5. You have now set the North direction for the Surround and Double Panorama display modes. In the next step, you can set these views as the standard view for the camera live image.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 6. In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the option Surround or Double Panorama. You can fine-tune the views using the vPTZ via mouse or joystick and, as described above, by unlocking and locking the standard view using the lock icon (open lock, correct display and close lock again). Note For each of the subviews (North, East, etc.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Sensor Configuration (Only with Two Sensor Modules) Sensor configuration specifies which sensor module is connected to which of the camera’s connections (Cam1 or Cam2), and in which camera image (left/right) the sensor module is to appear for the dual image display. Open the corresponding dialog box here: Admin Menu > Sensor Configuration.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5 MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.1 Introduction More robust than hard drives: Flash drives for recordings Flash-based storage devices (MicroSD cards, USB sticks and solid-state drives) do not contain any moving parts as compared to the commonly used hard drives. Flash-based storage devices are compact and highly resistant to moisture and vibrations.
/148 MicroSD Card Recording 32 GB MicroSD Card: Storage Requirements 6 fps CIF File size single image Storage required per second Storage required per 24 hours Time for one full cycle 6 fps VGA 1 fps MEGA 1 fps QXGA M-JPEG M-JPEG MxPEG M-JPEG M-JPEG 15 kB 45 kB – 120 kB 240 kB 90 kB 270 kB 75 kB 120 kB 240 kB 7.8 GB 23.5 GB 6.5 GB 10.4 GB 20.8 GB 4 days 1.3 days 4.8 days 3 days 1.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card Format SD card: Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device Before a MOBOTIX camera can store image and video sequences on a MicroSD card, it needs to be formatted as MxFFS (MicroSD cards delivered with MOBOTIX cameras are already MxFFS-formatted). The following steps are necessary to format a storage device (Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device): 1.
MicroSD Card Recording 133/148 3.5.3 Activating Recording Follow these steps to activate the recording to a MicroSD card that has already been MxFFS-formatted (Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device): 1. Make sure that there is a MicroSD card in the card slot of the MOBOTIX camera. 2. Make sure that the MicroSD card is formatted in MxFFS format. 3. Activate the SD Memory Card option. 4. Click Set and then Close to store the configuration. 5.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card The following options facilitate access to the stored image and video sequences on a MicroSD card: • In the web browser: Play back the recorded event images without sound directly from the MicroSD card using the Playback view of the camera software. • In MxEasy: Play back the recorded video sequences with sound by accessing the MicroSD card in the MOBOTIX camera via the camera.
/148 MicroSD Card Recording Caution A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated the recording to MicroSD card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead to data loss! Removing connected flash storage devices from the camera without properly deactivating them may lead to data loss and/or destroy certain sectors of the storage device. This is limited to 4 MB of lost data per incident due to MxFFS formatting. 3.5.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.6 Configuration in the Browser 3.6.1 Overview A MOBOTIX camera can be completely configured using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.). The camera provides a HTML-based user interface for this purpose. The camera executes the changes you make to the camera configuration via HTTP commands using programs and scripts of the embedded software.
Configuration in the Browser 137/148 Basic Settings • Administering the camera: You can modify the camera configuration in the Admin Menu or the Setup Menu. User name: admin password: meinsm – Admin Menu: This menu contains the basic configuration dialog boxes of the camera (for example, passwords, interfaces, software updates). – Setup Menu: This menu contains the dialog boxes for configuring the image, event and recording parameters.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.6.2 General Browser Settings • Run the Quick Installation: After booting the MOBOTIX camera for the first time, accessing the administration menu (the Admin Menu button) will automatically start the Quick Installation. The Quick Installation assistant helps you in setting the most important parameters of the camera. For security reasons, you should set your own administrator password and disable public access to the camera.
Configuration in the Browser • Set up actions/messaging: Upon detecting an event, the MOBOTIX camera can trigger alarms.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.7 Additional Notes 3.7.1 Operation with Only One Sensor Module If the MOBOTIX M15 is used with only one sensor module, the blind module needs to be installed (item 1.4 in Section 1.3, «Delivered Parts and Dimensions»)! If this is not the case, the camera must not be used (see Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M15D Kits)»). Blind module 3.7.
/148 Additional Notes 3.7.4 Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address If the camera’s IP address is not known, you can start the camera with its factory IP address. This procedure is described in detail in Section 3.2.5, «Starting the Camera with the Factory IP Address». 3.7.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings All settings of the MOBOTIX camera can be reset permanently to the factory default settings.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.7.8 Deactivating the Camera Reboot By factory default, the MOBOTIX camera automatically reboots once a week between 3 a.m. and 4 a.m. The reason for this is that in some rare cases, external influences (for example, radiation at high altitudes) can sometimes lead to camera malfunctions. The automatic reboot will refresh the camera’s memory and will ensure proper operation without requiring any interaction on the part of the user.
Additional Notes 143/148 3.7.11 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 Traffic 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.
/148 M15 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 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 M15, the area of the image sensor can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high.
Additional Notes 3.7.15 Disposal Electrical and electronic products contain many reusable materials. For this reason, we would ask that you dispose of MOBOTIX products at the end of their service life in accordance with all legal requirements and regulations (or deposit these products at a municipal collection center).
/148 M15 Camera Manual Notes © MOBOTIX AG • Security-Vision-Systems • Made in Germany www.mobotix.com • sales@mobotix.
/148 Manufacturer To demonstrate our confidence in the quality of our products, MOBOTIX cameras have been used to capture all images that appear in this manual. Manufacturer MOBOTIX AG Kaiserstrasse 67722 Langmeil Germany Phone: +49 6302 9816-103 Fax: +49 6302 9816-190 www.mobotix.com sales@mobotix.
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