M16 – Camera Manual

Camera Manual

AllroundDual M16

33.068-001_EN_07/2018

M16 Camera Manual

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Contents

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«Lens Options»

CONTENTS

Legal Notes 6

Safety Warnings 7

Foreword 8

1 Product Overview 10

1.1 M16 AllroundDual 10

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics 10

1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module 15

1.1.3 Advantages and New Features 18

1.1.4 Decentralized Video System 20

1.2 TechnicalSpecications 23

1.2.1 M16 Lens Options 23

1.2.2 M16-Thermal(-TR) With Optional MX Sensor Module 25

1.2.3 Camera Variants – Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 26

1.2.4 Camera Variants – Soware Features 27

1.2.5 Technical Specications M16/M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR 28

1.3 DeliveredPartsandDimensions 30

1.3.1 M16 Body (Base Module) 30

1.3.2 M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR Model Variants 33

1.3.3 Sensor Modules B016* 36

1.3.4 Sensor Modules B036, B041, B061, B079, B119, B237* 38

1.3.5 Sensor Modules B500* 40

1.3.6 M16 Complete Camera Day/Night 42

1.4 AvailableAccessories 43

1.4.1 Polarization Filter 43

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight) 43

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled) 43

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket 43

1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch 44

1.4.6 NPA-PoE-Set 44

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 44

1.4.8 MX-NPA-Box 45

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box 45

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box 45

1.4.11 ExtIO Expansion Module 46

1.4.12 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 46

1.4.13 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit 46

1.4.14 Sealing Ring as Dome Replacement for Sensor Modules B016* 46

1.4.15 Other Accessories 47

Contents

1.5 MOBOTIXSoware 48

1.5.1 Integrated Camera Soware (Firmware) 48

1.5.2 MxManagementCenter 49

1.5.3 MOBOTIX MxBell 50

2 Installation 52

2.1 Preparing the Installation 52

2.1.1 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole 52

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules 55

2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS 58

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

2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 60

2.2 First Installation Steps 61

2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M16 Complete Cameras) 61

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing 63

2.2.3 Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not Required for M16 Complete Cameras) 64

2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules 65

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable 66

2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable 68

2.2.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus* Cable 69

2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing 70

2.3 MountingtheCamerawithWallMount 72

2.3.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount 72

2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount 76

2.4.1 VarioFlex Ceiling Mount 76

2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) 80

2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) 81

2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card 85

2.7 Network and Power Connection 87

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M16 with Patch Cables 87

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch 88

2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 89

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products 89

2.7.5 Variable PoE 90

Contents

3 OperatingTheCamera 92

3.1 ManualandAutomaticOperation–Overview 92

3.2 FirstImagesandtheMostImportantSettings 94

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser 94

3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser 97

3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Conguration in MxMC 99

3.2.4 Boot Options of the Camera 102

3.3 AdjustingCamera,LensFocusandInstallingFilters 104

3.3.1 Adjusting the Camera 104

3.3.2 Adjusting Lens Focus (B119/B237 Only) 105

3.3.3 Inserting a Filter 106

3.3.4 Replacing the Dome Against the Sealing Ring (B016 Only) 107

3.4 VirtualPTZandFullImageRecording 109

3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function 109

3.4.2 Full Image Recording 111

3.4.3 Special M16 Conguration in the Browser 113

3.5 MicroSDCardRecording 122

3.5.1 Introduction 122

3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 124

3.5.3 Activating Recording 125

3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 126

3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording 126

3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Dierent MOBOTIX Camera 127

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 127

3.6 CongurationintheBrowser 128

3.6.1 Overview 128

3.6.2 General Browser Settings 130

3.6.3 Conguring the M16-Thermal(-TR) in the Browser 131

3.7 AdditionalNotes 133

3.7.1 Operation with Only One Sensor Module 133

3.7.2 Password for the Admin Menu 133

3.7.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone 133

3.7.4 Using the Boot Options of the Camera 134

3.7.5 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection 134

3.7.6 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 134

3.7.7 Deactivating the Camera Reboot 135

3.7.8 Browser 135

Contents

LEGAL NOTES

Attention–SpecialExportLaws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ic 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 coun

tries 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 must 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 protection

regulations for video and sound monitoring when using MOBOTIX products. Depending on

national laws and the installation location of the M16, 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 applicable regulations

and to comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is not liable for any illegal use of its products.

3.7.9 Cleaning the Camera and Lens 135

3.7.10 Legal Notes 136

3.7.11 Safety Warnings 136

3.7.12 Online Help in the Browser 137

3.7.13 RoHS Declaration 137

3.7.14 Disposal 138

3.7.15 Disclaimer 138

SAFETY WARNINGS

Notes on Installing:

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

• Make sure that you install this product as outlined in Chapter 2, «Installation» of the

corresponding manual. A faulty installation can damage the camera!

• When installing this product, make sure that you are only using genuine MOBOTIX

parts and MOBOTIX connection cables.

•

Only install this product on suitable, solid materials that provide for a sturdy installation

of the xing elements used.

Electrical installation: Electrical systems and equipment may only be installed, modied

and maintained by a qualied electrician or under the direction and supervision of a qua

lied 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 electrical

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 consumption of all

attached

MxBus modules

must

not exceed 3 W

. When attaching modules to the MxBus

connector

and

the USB socket, the

power consumption of all attached modules must

not exceed 4 W

if the camera is powered by PoE class 3

. If

PoE class 2

is used,

the camera

cannot power any peripheral devices!

Never touch the lenses: Due to the high performance of the M16, the area of the image

sensor can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high. This does

not aect the proper functioning of the camera in any way. For this reason, the product must

not be installed within the reach of persons without domes or protective lens covers.

Powerobeforeopeningthecamera: Make sure the power supply to the camera is dis

connected before opening the camera housing (e.g., when inserting or exchanging lenses,

lens units and SD cards).

Network security: MOBOTIX products include all of the necessary conguration 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 congured in the soware and are password-protected.

This prevents unauthorized parties from accessing these settings.

M16 Camera Manual

FOREWORD

Dear MOBOTIX customer,

Congratulations on your decision to purchase the M16, the powerful successor

to the original MOBOTIX M1/M10/M12/M15, proven over one hundred thousand

times. This weatherproof (IP66), versatile, all-round solution “Made in Germany”

represents an important milestone in the successful history of MOBOTIX products.

As decentralized complete video systems, MOBOTIX cameras have much more to

oer than conventional network cameras. The M16 features integrated environment

sensors (PIR, outside temperature, motion sensor), speaker and microphone for two-

way video communication based on the SIP standard, long-term memory, free video

management soware and a preassembled VarioFlex wall/ceiling mount, in addition to

two HiRes image sensors. The weatherproof MxBus and MiniUSB interfaces allow for direct

connection of MOBOTIX interface boxes and standard devices such as UMTS modules,

additional memory, etc.

With the M16, one or two separate and interchangeable MOBOTIX sensor modules (lens

plus sensor board and microphone) are installed in the camera base module M16 Body.

The sensor modules can be purchased from tele lens to Hemispheric, each available as

day or night models. In addition, the LPF (“Long Pass Filter”) variants of the night models

have been designed for special requirements (such as number plate recognition). If the

M16 is congured with a Day and a Night sensor module, the camera will automatically

switch to the appropriate image sensor depending on the illumination.

The introduction of the newest sensor technology with increased light sensitivity in com

bination with the new HD Premium lenses (aperture f/1.8) not only generates more bril-

liant images with up to 3072x2048, it also delivers color images of higher quality under

lowlight conditions.

The new model variant

M16-Thermal

supplements the proven MOBOTIX technology by

a high-end thermal imaging sensor, which can reliably detect moving objects even in

total darkness. The

M16-Thermal-TR

(

TR = Thermal Radiometry

) can trigger alarms when

detecting temperatures in the image or in measurement windows that exceed or drop

below the specied temperature.

The MxManagementCenter video management soware, which is tailored to MOBOTIX

cameras, and a PDF manual can be downloaded from the MOBOTIX website at no cost:

www.mobotix.com >Support>DownloadCenter>SowareDownloads. The tutorial

for the application is available under Support > Download Center > Documentation >

Brochures & Guides > Tutorials. MOBOTIX also provides a mobile solution for the iPad,

iPhone and iPod Touch iOS devices. Search for “MOBOTIX AG” in the App Store or on

Google Play to nd the free MOBOTIX MxBell app.

If you still have any questions, our support and international sales sta are available at

[email protected] from Monday through Friday.

Thank you for choosing MOBOTIX products and services. We wish you all the best with

your new, high-performance MOBOTIX M16 AllroundDual camera!

M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview

1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW

1.1 M16 AllroundDual

1.1.1 General Product Characteristics

The HiRes Dual Camera System for All Your Needs

The M16 AllroundDual camera is a well equipped, professional network camera that is top

of the MOBOTIX product range, both in terms of functionality and technological capability.

The integration of two image sensors and a range of other functions and technical innova-

tions results in unlimited usage possibilities: For video security applications in commercial,

private and public sector environments, as a surveillance or weather camera, a webcam,

indoors or outdoors, day or night.

Caution:MOBOTIXinUse!

It is clear from the outset that the M16 is an authentic MOBOTIX camera like its predecessor,

the M15. It oers special advantages when a security camera looks like the real thing thanks

to its unique, striking product design, which has stood for leading video technology and

image quality for many years. This is because potential criminals have developed an eye

for spotting high-resolution MOBOTIX cameras and will shy away from them when they

see one. Even they know these kinds of video cameras can record all activities with an

image quality high enough to be used as evidence, and criminals would rather abandon

these attempts and concentrate on less secure prospects.

Modular System Setup

A M16 camera consists of three main components:

Housing with integrated camera electronics, ash memory, external ports (Ethernet,

MxBus*, MiniUSB) and pre-installed VarioFlex mount for wall or ceiling mounting.

(*Only supported by Mx-M16B variant.)

Front element to hold one or two sensor modules, with microphone, speaker, passive

infrared sensor (PIR), outside temperature sensor and status LEDs.

3. One or two sensor modules with lens, image sensor, microphone and status LEDs

(microphone and status LEDs are deactivated if attached to a M16). Both the

M16-Thermal

and the

M16-Thermal-TR

have a factory-installed thermal image

sensor and you can install one additional sensor module.

The housing with VarioFlex mount, connection cable for sensor modules and network and

the front element are components of the M16 Body basic module as standard. The sensor

modules may be ordered separately and combined freely as desired (for example, Day/

Night, telephoto/wide-angle). The system’s modular design ensures a high level of exibility

and ease of repair (for example, replace one sensor module instead of the entire camera).

M16 AllroundDual

The Proper Sensor Module for Every Application

All in all, 24 dierent sensor modules are available for the M16: 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).

Note that the sensor modules are easily exchanged even if the camera has already been

installed. The image area captured by the camera varies depending on the focal length of

the selected lens. With a Super Wide Angle lens (90° angle of view), for example, almost an

entire room can be recorded from one corner. A Tele lens (7° angle of view) enables an M16

to clearly record a license plate number, for example, from a distance of approximately

150 m/500 . Or even the serial number of a bill from a distance of 4 m/12 .

One M16 is usually all that is required to monitor either an entire room or the four lanes

of a gas station. The high degree of image detail not only reduces the number of required

cameras, but also minimizes system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency

power requirements and number of recording devices required.

6-MegapixelImageSensorTechnology

The sensor modules can show live images or store recordings with sizes of up to 3072x2048

(6MP).

Ethernet patch cable

MiniUSB

MxBus*

PoE switch

Using VarioFlex mount

for installing on a wall or

ceiling (can be upgraded)

*Only supported by

Mx-M16B variant

M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview

Can Be Used Day and Night

The advantage of a M16 congured as a day-and-night camera is primarily that it conti

nuously uses two sensor modules (one day, one night) rather than relying on a mechanical

lter switch, which can be costly to maintain. The MOBOTIX image quality is very good

in poor lighting conditions, as the camera uses a real infrared-sensitive, black-and-white

image sensor instead of the usual color sensor with electronic color fade-out, whereby

the infrared sensitivity is reduced through integrated color lters.

The day and night lenses in the M16 are positioned exactly parallel to one another. This

way, the day lens always covers the same area as the night lens.

Hemispheric Day and Night Camera (M16 with D016/N016 Sensor Modules)

Equipped with one B016 sensor module for daylight (D016, color) and one sensor module

for night images (N016, Black & White), the M16 is the perfect hemispheric dual camera

for applications with a wide range of lighting conditions. Since both sensor modules are

always parallel thanks to the design of the M16, you will see the same image as a color

image by day and as a Black & White image by night.

Robust and Low-Maintenance

The M16 has been manufactured with the highest level of quality in mind always. Only

quality-tested, high-grade materials and components are used. MOBOTIX cameras do not

have any mechanical motors to operate the lenses or move the camera, making them so

robust that maintenance is reduced to a minimum. Cleaning is simple. You only need to wipe

the lens using a so cotton cloth and a mild household detergent without abrasive particles.

Weatherproof–WithoutHeatingorFan

The entire camera plus cables and sensor modules are weatherproof (IP66). Thanks to

their low power consumption (less than ve watts) and the total absence of mechani

cal moving parts, M16 cameras feature the highest operating temperature range from

–40 to 60 °C/–40 to 140 °F (cold start min. temp. –30 °C/–22 °F). Since the cameras neither

fog up nor require heating, power can be supplied via the network cabling according to

the PoE standard IEEE 802.3af.

Fast,SimpleInstallation

The MOBOTIX M16 requires just one cable for data and power to connect to a PoE switch

and thereby to any expandable Ethernet network.

The VarioFlex mount supplied as standard makes the camera ideally suited for outdoor use

and for installation over in-wall sockets so that the cabling remains perfectly concealed.

By design, the D016/N016

sensor modules may

display shades from the

camera housing or the

dome of the other D016/

N016 sensor module.

M16 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 M16 also zooms in on detail. This vPTZ function (virtual Pan, Tilt, Zoom) is a standard

feature in the integrated camera soware. The image can be enlarged using, for example,

the mouse wheel, a joystick or a soware-controlled PTZ panel, and you can “move” the

view to any section of the image. This provides the features of a mechanical PTZ camera

without the disadvantages of maintenance and wear.

SimultaneousZoomedLiveImageandFullImageRecording

All standard motorized PTZ cameras only store the image sequence that is currently viewed

in the live image (live image recording). This has one serious disadvantage as the recording

can only show what has happened in the “visible” portion of the image. The rest is lost and

cannot be examined later on. MOBOTIX has hence added the new full image recording feature

to the M16. When you activate this feature, the camera will not store the currently viewed

image that reects the pan/tilt position and the zoom setting chosen by the user, but the

full sensor image – without vPTZ settings. When examining the recorded images at a later

date, the vPTZ features again come into play, as they allow you to zoom in on the visible

image and use the pan/tilt features to examine every corner of the recorded full image.

Internal DVR

The M16 features direct recording to the integrated MicroSD card, which makes the camera

fully independent of any external storage media, even for longer periods of time. The camera

internally stores high-resolution video, without requiring an external recording device or

PC and therefore without creating any network load. Old recordings can be overwritten

automatically or automatically deleted aer a specied period of time. When using a 32 GB

SD card, for example, the camera can store more than a quarter million event images

in VGA format (640x480). If you would like to archive complete sequences or extracts of

sequences, you can export the required data to any PC or USB hard drive.

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

An M16 typically uses 7.5 W, despite the new dual-core technology. Adjusting the PoE class

via the camera soware also enables the use of PoE switches that cannot be operated on

all ports with PoE class 3 (up to max. 12.95 V). Please note that PoE Class 3 is recommended

for the M16, and that the M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR always requires Class 3. Class 3

is also required if you connect MxBus or USB modules to the camera.

Model Variants

The dual camera base module

M16 Body

is available in the

M16

complete camera model

variant, which can be equipped with one or two sensor modules. Each variant features an

internal long-term memory (a pre-formatted and pre-installed MicroSD card).

*Only supported by

Mx-M16B variant

M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview

The maximum image size 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

M16 Complete Cameras)»).

MOBOTIX also oers the

M16 Complete Cameras

as ready-to-install day/night cameras

with the same focal lengths for both image sensors (see Section 1.3.6, «M16 Complete

Camera Day/Night»).

The

M16-Thermal

and

M16-Thermal-TR

model variants have a permanently installed

high-end thermal image sensor and can optionally take one more sensor module (day/

night/LPF). This means that the M16-Thermal combines the proven MOBOTIX sensors and

event processing capabilities with thermal imaging technology, which can reliably detect

moving objects even in total darkness.

M16

with any combination of one

or two day or night sensor

modules

M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR

with thermal image sensor

and one optional day or night

sensor module

MX sensor module

(Color/Black & White)

Thermal image sensor

(permanently ins-

talled)

MX sensor module

(color/black & white,

optional)

M16 AllroundDual

1.1.2 Hemispheric Sensor Module

Equipped with the hemispheric B016* sensor module (day or night), an entire room can be

ideally monitored using just one M16, which replaces the time-consuming and expensive

installation of several standard cameras. The overview image provided by a single M16,

which may be tailored in a number of ways according to specic user requirements, mini

mizes the system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power requirements,

and number of recording devices required.

High-Resolution Panorama

When several cameras are monitoring a single room, it is diicult to understand the room

layout due to the dierent viewing directions of each individual camera. This makes it hard

to comprehend the overall setting. The panorama function of the M16 with the B016 sensor

module delivers a widescreen, corrected image of a high-resolution 180° allround view.

Optimizing the Panorama Image

The factory setting of an M16 with an B016 sensor module is a high-resolution panorama

image, in which parts of the protective cover of the housing are still visible in the upper

right and le corners of the image. In order to hide the protective cover, oen all that is

required is the “panorama correction” feature that is integrated into the camera soware

or MxManagementCenter as standard. Tilted vertical lines (if the camera is mounted at

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

Full image at 3072x2048 pixels (6MP)

Panorama image at 1280x480 pixels

M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview

an angle) may be optically straightened to the image edges using this feature. A welcome

side eect of this is that the protective cover disappears from the image.

If this measure does not work in a specic situation (downward camera tilt not possible), the

protective cover can be removed from the image by zooming and, if necessary, by panning

downward using the virtual functions. The displayed image section or the panorama, as the

case may be, is reduced slightly but the image details are enlarged as a result of zooming.

PanoramaFocus–OneCamera,ThreeViews

Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image. The M16

is capable of providing two more views at the same time with the panorama, allowing you

to focus on two scenes in parallel (“Panorama Focus” display mode).

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

M16 AllroundDual

Double Panorama for a Simultaneous View in Two Directions

The “Double Panorama” display mode provides a panorama image of both halves of the

surveillance area. Using the vPTZ functions, the panorama images can be changed as

desired. The example here shows an overview panorama of the entire room, as well as the

entrance, which would have otherwise no longer been visible in the panorama.

Surround View (Quad View)

The M16’s “Surround” display mode delivers four dierent directions “at a glance.” Each of

the four views features a soware-controlled pan/tilt/zoom function (virtual PTZ), allowing

it to be customized as necessary. In order to facilitate camera operation, the M16 can

store a total of 256 user-dened camera views, in addition to the preset standard views.

Full Image and Normal View

In addition to the Panorama, Double Panorama, Panorama Focus, and Surround views,

the M16 image may be displayed on a monitor as the original sheye version (“Full Image”

display mode) or as the camera-corrected image section (“Normal” display mode). Switching

to one of the other display modes described is possible at any time.

Original full image

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1.1.3 Advantages and New Features

The high-resolution M16 AllroundDual is the more powerful successor of the M15 and uses

image sensors with 6MP image size. Since the images of a M16 sensor with a maximum

size of 3072x2048 can be viewed live or in the recordings, the M16 is clearly superior to its

predecessor in terms of image quality and frame rate.

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 identied, 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 M16 oers the best

MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided

by the 6-megapixel color sensor.

Black&WhiteImagesWithupto6Megapixels

The M16 is a MOBOTIX camera with a 6-megapixel night sensor that can deliver black and

white images with up to 3072x2048 pixels. As opposed to the night sensor of an M12 with

1.3 megapixels, the image size is almost ve times higher.

World’srstThermalCamerawithOpticalSensorModule

The new thermal sensor modules measure the thermal radiation of objects, delivering

clear thermal images even in absolute darkness. Together with the MxActivitySensor, they

can reliably detect motion in images at night – where only changes in position will trigger

a signal. Objects moving on the spot do not trigger a signal. The thermal sensor modules

also have an advantage during the day, as they can detect moving objects in shadows,

semi-darkness, smoke or behind bushes. The optional optical sensor module records the

same scene with more details, allowing to identify persons, for example.

ThermalRadiometry–MeasuringTemperaturesandTriggeringAlarms

The

M16-Thermal-TR

(

TR = Thermal Radiometry

) can do even more than to record ther-

mal images and detect movements; this model variant can measure temperatures and

trigger alarms. This is the result of using a calibrated thermal sensor, which can measure

the temperatures in the entire image or in measurement windows.

M16 AllroundDual

MxActivitySensor

The M16 provides an activity-controlled image analysis sensor as standard for detecting

the movements of people and objects in a dened 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 dened video motion windows. In the monitored area, the camera

distinguishes between the continuous movements of vehicles, persons or objects that

trigger an alarm and movements that do not set o an alarm such as shadows, changing

light conditions and trees swaying in the wind.

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

An M16 typically uses 7.5 W, despite the new dual-core technology. Adjusting the PoE class

via the camera soware also enables the use of PoE switches that cannot be operated on

all ports with PoE class 3 (up to max. 12.95 V). Please note that PoE Class 3 is recommen

ded for the M16, and that the M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR always requires Class 3. Class 3

is also required if you connect MxBus or USB modules to the camera.

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1.1.4 Decentralized Video System

Usually, cameras only supply images, while processing and recording take place later on

a central PC using video management soware. 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icient 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

ash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 soware 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 M16 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.

M16 models utilize MxActivitySensor to detect the movement of people and objects and

their direction of movement as standard. The MxActivitySensor delivers reliable results

particularly in outdoor area applications, in contrast to video motion detection that con

tinues to be available and that registers even the smallest of image changes in dened

video motion windows. In the dened monitored area (full image or section), the camera

distinguishes between the continuous movements of vehicles, persons or objects that

trigger an alarm and movements that do not set o an alarm such as shadows, changing

light conditions, heavy rain or trees swaying in the wind.

The M16 is also equipped with a shock detector as standard. For example, if the camera

receives a blow to the housing, it can simultaneously take a video of the oender, trigger

a sound alarm and notify the security company by a SIP call. Due to the build quality and

absence of moving parts, MOBOTIX cameras are extremely tough. This typically allows

them to stay fully operational, even when they are subject to strong vibrations.

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

soware supports easy programming of independent exposure windows, making them

ideal for rooms with large glass fronts.

MOBOTIX In the event of an alarm, M16 cameras can also record lip-synchronous audio.

The cameras therefore play an important role in analyzing and clarifying a situation. Thanks

MOBOTIX-Kamera

CPU

Image analysis

CMOS

6MP

MicroSD

Recording

M16 AllroundDual

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 MxBell with your iPhone or iPad on the road.

The decentralized MOBOTIX video solutions are superior to traditional systems in all major

aspects. They are also considerably cheaper to operate as they require

•

Fewer cameras due to the more accurate detail of panorama images with megapixel

technology

• Fewer recording devices because ten times the standard number of cameras can

be used to record high-resolution HDTV video with sound on one computer/server

simultaneously in the decentralized system

•

Lower network bandwidth because everything is processed in the camera itself and the

high-resolution images therefore do not have to be constantly transmitted for analysis

MOBOTIX System

Decentralized and Safe

Storage on Computer

Recording Soware

Integrated MicroSD

M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview

Wall mount

Ceiling mount

Technical Specications

1.2 TechnicalSpecications

1.2.1 M16 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 M16 can take one or two optical sensor modules as required.

Designation of MOBOTIX Lenses

The designations of MOBOTIX lenses are derived from the actual focal length multi-

plied by 10. For example, the MOBOTIX Super Wide-Angle lens B036 has a nominal

focal length of 3.6 mm. Converted to 35 mm camera, this would be a lens with 20 mm

focal length (see following table). Converting the focal lengths to 35 mm camera as

a known format provides for better comparing the image formats and the angles of

view of the dierent lenses. Another benet is that you can easily set a 35 mm camera

(analog or digital) to the same focal length of the MOBOTIX lens to obtain the same

angle of view. This approach greatly facilitates lens selection.

Types of Optical Sensor Modules

6MP image sensor (1/1,8“)

lens B036, image format 4:3

105°

MOBOTIX lens B036

Sensor module

B016

Sensor module

B036 to B237

Sensor module

B500

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Lenses for Sensor Modules with 6MP Image Sensor

Lenses 6MP

Sensors

B016 B036 B041 B061 B079 B119 B237 B500

Original image

(image format

4:3)

Focal length

(35 mm equiv.)

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

Nominal focal

length

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

Aperture 2.0 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 1.8 2.5

Horiz. angle of

view

180° 103° 90° 60° 45° 31° 15° 8°

Vert. angle of

view

180° 77° 67° 45° 34° 23° 11° 6°

At 1 m distance

Image width ∞ 2.5 2.0 1.2 0.8 0.6 0.3 0.1

Image height ∞ 1.6 1.3 0.8 0.6 0.4 0.2 0.1

At 5 m distance

Image width ∞ 12.6 10.0 5.8 4.1 2.8 1.3 0.7

Image height ∞ 8.0 6.6 4.1 3.1 2.0 1.0 0.5

At 10 m distance

Image width ∞ 25.1 20.0 11.5 8.3 5.5 2.6 1.3

Image height ∞ 15.9 13.2 8.3 6.1 4.1 1.9 1.0

At 20 m distance

Image width ∞ 50.3 40.0 23.1 16.6 11.1 5.3 2.6

Image height ∞ 31.8 26.5 16.6 12.2 8.1 3.9 1.9

At 50 m distance

Image width ∞ 125.7 100.0 57.7 41.4 27.7 13.2 6.6

Image height ∞ 79.5 66.2 41.4 30.6 20.3 9.6 4.8

Technical Specications

1.2.2 M16-Thermal(-TR) With Optional MX Sensor Module

This model variant has a permanently installed thermal image sensor and can optionally

take one more sensor module (see above). The thermal image sensor is available in the

focal lengths listed below.

The following combinations of thermal sensor modules are possible for an M16-Thermal:

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

tages of an M16 with Thermal sensor module and simultaneous daylight sensor result

from combining both images: brilliant 6-megapixel images during the day and in

twilight hours and reliable motion detection at night.

B. Single thermal operation (1 Thermal sensor module): The M16-Thermal delivers

only a thermal image.

A. Mixed operation B. Single thermal operation

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

Exampleimage

Order no. Thermal

Order no. Thermal-TR

Mx-O-SMA-TS-T079

Mx-O-SMA-TS-R079

Mx-O-SMA-TS-T119

Mx-O-SMA-TS-R119

Mx-O-SMA-TS-T237

Mx-O-SMA-TS-R237

Focal length

(≡35mm)

43 mm 65 mm 135 mm

Actual focal length 7.9 mm 11.9 mm 23.7 mm

Angle of View

(hor./vert.)

45° x 32° 25° x 19° 17° x 13°

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1.2.3 CameraVariants–Lenses,Hardware,ImageFormats

Camera Model

M16 M16-Thermal(-TR)

Lenses with 6MP Image Sensors

B016* Hemispheric (right/le) •/• –/•

B036* Super Wide-Angle (right/le) •/• –/•

B041* Super Wide-Angle (right/le) •/• –/•

B061* Wide-Angle (right/le) •/• –/•

B079* Wide-Angle (right/le) •/• –/•

B119* Tele (right/le) •/• –/•

B237* Tele (right/le) •/• –/•

B500* Tele (right/le) •/• –/•

CSVario 4.5 to 10 mm* – –

Image sensor with individual exposure

zones

Color/BW/LPF

(any combination)

Thermal image sensor

(+ optional color/BW/LPF)

Image sensor sensitivity 6MP in Lux at

1/60 s / 1 s

0.1 / 0.005 or

0.02 / 0.001

NETD typ. 50 mK, <79 mK

(color/BW/LPF see le)

Hardware Features

IP protection class IP66 IP66

Temp. internal DVR (MB) 64 64

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

Microphone/Speaker •/• •/•

Passive infrared sensor (PIR) • •

Internal/ambient temperature sensor •/• •/•

Shock Detector • •

Power consumption with 1/2 sensor mod. typ. 7 W/7.5 W typ. 7.5 W/8 W

Variable PoE class 2 – 3 3

Image Formats, Frame Rates and Image Storage

Max. image size (per sensor) 6MP (3072x2048) 6MP (3072x2048)

Max. frame rate (MxPEG, max. image size) 6MP: 12 fps

6MP: 12 fps

Thermal: 9 fps

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

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

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

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

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

Technical Specications

1.2.4 CameraVariants–SowareFeatures

Camera Model

M16/M16-Thermal(-TR)

General Features

Digital zoom (continuous) with panning •

Motion JPEG/MxPEG codecs •/•

Custom exposure windows • (not for thermal sensor)

Temperature measurement alarms (M16-Thermal-TR only)

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

Terabyte ring buer (internal/network) •

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

Time and event control •

Weekly schedules/holidays •

Web functionality (FTP, email) •

Playback/Quad and MultiView •

Bidirectional audio in browser •

Logo generator, animated •

Flexible event logic •

Master/slave arming •

Several scheduled privacy zones •

Customized voice messages •

VoIP telephony (audio/video, alarm) •

Remote alarm notication •

Signal inputs/outputs, RS232

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

MX-232-IO-Box

Programming interface/HTTP API •

Security features (HTTPS/SSL, IP-level access control,

network authentication IEEE 802.1X)

•

Video Analysis

Video Motion detection •

MxAnalytics –

MxActivitySensor •

VideoManagementSoware

MxManagementCenter •

MOBOTIX MxBell •

Free-of-charge download

from www.mobotix.com

or App Store/Google Play

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1.2.5 TechnicalSpecicationsM16/M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR

Model Versions

Mx-M16A/B* (any comb. of Day/Night/LPF sensor modules)

Mx-M16TA/B(-TR)* (optionally one add. Day/Night/LPF sensor module)

*Variant Mx-M16B supports MOBOTIX MxBus modules

LensOptionsMxSensor

Module

10 to 270 mm (35 mm format), hor. angles of view 180° to 8° (6MP)

Lens Options

Thermal Image Sensor

43, 65, 135 mm (in 35 mm format),

45°, 25°, 17° horizontal angle of view

Sensitivity

MxSensorModule

Color sensor (6MP): 0.1 Lux at 1/60 s, 0.005 Lux at 1 s

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

0.001 Lux at 1/1 s

Sensitivity

Thermal Image Sensor

NETD typ. 50 mK, IR range 7.5 to 13.5 μm

Range of temperature measuring: –40 to 550 °C/–40 to +1,022 °F

Precision Sensor Module Thermal-TR: ±10 K of the thermal radiation

received at the sensor

Image Sensor

MxSensorModule

1/1.8” CMOS, 6MP, progressive scan

Image Sensor

Thermal Image Sensor

Uncooled microbolometer, 336x252 pixels

Max.ImageSize

MxSensorModule

Color: 3072x2048 (6MP), 6144x2048 (12MP)

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

Max.ImageSize

Thermal Image Sensor

Can be scaled up to 3072x2048 (6MP), automatically scaled to size of Mx

sensor module

Image Formats

(IndependentofType,

Per-Sensor Setting)

3072x2048 (6MP), 2592x1944 (5MP), 2048x1536 (QXGA), 1920x1080

(Full-HD), 1280x960 (MEGA), 1280x720 (HD), 1024x768, 800x600, 768x576

(D1-PAL), 704x576 (TV-PAL), 640x480, 384x288, 320x240, 160x120, custom

formats

Max.FrameRate

Mxsensormodule

MxPEG* (max): 42@HD (1280x720), 34@Full-HD, 24@QXGA, 15@5MP,

12@6MP, 6@2x6MP

M-JPEG* (max): 26@HD (1280x720), 13@Full-HD, 9@QXGA, 5@5MP,

4@6MP, 2@2x6MP

H.264 (max): 25@Full-HD, 20@QXGA

*Single core use only

Max.FrameRate

Thermal Image Sensor

9 fps (when displaying an Mx sensor module and a thermal sensor module,

the overall frame rate of the camera is reduced to 9 fps)

Video Codec

MxPEG, M-JPEG, JPEG (max. output size 6MP)

H.264 (max. output size QXGA, bandwidth limitation applicable)

ONVIF ONVIF-S (camera soware V5.2.x and higher, 2nd half of 2018)

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

External

VideoRingBuer

Directly on NAS or PC/Server, no additional recording soware required

Soware(Included) MxManagementCenter video management soware

Image Processing

Backlight compensation, automatic white balance, image distortion

correction, panorama correction, video sensors (video motion detec

tion/MxActivitySensor), optional o-color/black & white display of thermal

image sensor

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

M16 with two MX sensor

modules

(Day/Night/LPF)

M16 with one MX sensor

module

(Day/Night/LPF)

M16-Thermal(-TR) with one

add. MX sensor module

(Day/Night/LPF, optional)

Technical Specications

Alarm/Events

Video Motion detection, MxActivitySensor, external signals, temperature

sensor, PIR, microphone, shock detector (with rmware version 5.0.1 and

higher), notication via e-mail, FTP, IP telephony (VoIP, SIP), visual/sound

alarms, pre- and post-alarm images

Microphone and

Speaker

Integrated microphone and speaker

Audio Functions Lip-synchronous audio, two-way communication, audio recording

Interfaces

Ethernet 100Base-T, MiniUSB, MxBus*;

inputs/outputs and RS232 via accessories

*Only variant Mx-M16B

Video Telephony

VoIP/SIP, two-way communication, remote controlling using key codes,

event notication

Security

User/group management, HTTPS/SSL, IP address lter, IEEE 802.1x, intru

sion detection, digital image signature

Certications

EN55032:2012, EN55022:2010; EN55024:2010; EN50121-4:2015, EN61000-

6-1:2007; EN 61000-6-2:2005, EN61000-6-3:2007+A1:2011, EN61000-6-

4:2007+A1:2011, AS/ NZS CISPR22:2009+A1:2010, CFR47 FCC part15B

Power Supply

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

PoE class variable (Class 3 required for M16-Thermal(-TR) and when con-

necting MxBus/USB modules)

Power Consumption

M16: Typ. 7 W with one sensor module, 7.5 W with two sensor modules

M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR Typ. 7.5 W with thermal image sensor, 8 W

with 1 additional sensor module

Power Consumption of

ExternalDevices

At MxBus: max. 3 W, at USB: max. 2.5 W, total max. 4 W.

The power consumption of the camera will increase accordingly!

Operating Conditions

IP66, –40 to 60 °C/–40 to 140 °F (cold start min. temp. –30 °C/–22 °F),

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

Protection Against

Mechanical Impact

(According to IEC 62262/EN 50102)

M16 with hemispheric sensor modules: IK07

M16 with other sensor modules: IK06

Dimensions

M16,M16-Thermal(-TR)

W x H x D with wall mount: 158 x 244 x 239 mm;

W x H x D with ceiling mount: 158 x 210 x 207 mm

Weights M16 without

Sensor Modules

Weight with wall mount: approx. 1,160 g

Weight with ceiling mount: approx. 1,110 g

Weights

M16-Thermal(-TR)

without Add. Sensor

Module

Weight with wall mount: approx. 1,320 g

Weight with ceiling mount: approx. 1,270 g

Dimensions/Weights

Sensor Modules

SMA-S-6D/N/L016: Ø x D: 43 x 45 mm (installation dim.), weight 85 g

SMA-S-6D/N/L041/079: Ø x D: 43 x 57 mm (installation dim.), weight 111 g

SMA-S-6D/N/L061/119/237: Ø x D: 43 x 60 mm (installation dim.), weight

122 g

SMA-S-6D/N/L500: Ø x D: 43 x 60 mm (installation dim.), weight 160 g

Standard Delivery

Housing (high-resistance composite, PBT), white, shock-resistant dome

for SMA-S-6D/N/L016 sensor module, coated glass pane for all other Mx

sensor modules, protective Germanium cover for thermal image sensor

(only M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR), accessories for installation on wall

and ceiling, Allen wrench, 50 cm patch cable, soware, MicroSD card

(pre-installed)

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1.3 Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.3.1 M16 Body (Base Module)

Standard Delivery

Item Count Part Name

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

without sensor modules and front element

1.2 1 Front element with additional sensors (installed)

1.3 2 Transport plugs (installed)

1.4 1 Dummy module (must be installed when using only one sensor

module)

1.5 4 Inner housing cover (installed)

1.6 4 Stainless steel Allen screw with at head M4x8 for inner

housing cover (installed)

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

USB, one mounted, one supplied)

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

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

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

Visit www.mobotix.com and

go to Product Selector >

Outdoor Cameras > M16

1.1

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.8

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.6

1.9

1.2

1.5

M.5

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.6

M.7

M.8

M.10

M.11

M.4

1.15

1.19

1.16

1.17

M.9

1.18

1.20

1.13

1.14

*Only supported by

Mx-M16B variant

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)

1.18 1 Stainless steel spring washer Ø 6.4 mm (wall/ceiling mt., inst.)

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

1.20 1 Rubber plug, black (installed)

Mounting Supplies

M.1 4 Stainless steel washer Ø 6.4 mm

M.2 4 Dowels 8 mm

M.3 4 Stainless steel wood screw with hex head 6x50 mm

M.4 1 Allen wrench 2.5 mm

M.5 1 Allen wrench 5 mm

M.6 1 Lens wrench (B016 lens, glass/lter insert, dome)

M.7 1 Module key (sensor module, focusing of lenses)

M.8 1 Rubber sealing for wall/ceiling mount, white

M.9 1 Ceiling mount for VarioFlex mount

M.10 4 Protection cover for screw, white

M.11 4 Security clip for sensor or blind modules, red

Design of the MOBOTIX M16

The Base module of the MOBOTIX M16 consists of the camera housing with VarioFlex mount

(wall or ceiling) and the front element.

Key

LEDs

Sensor modules

VarioFlexWallMount

Microphone

Ext.temperaturesensor

PIR sensor

Camera housing

LED default settings

1 Power (an),

Error (ashes)

2 Recording (ashes)

To press the key, use a

paper clip for example,

but never use sharp

or pointed objects!

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Connections of the MOBOTIX M16

The MOBOTIX M16 has the following connections that are accessible once the housing has

been opened (see Section 2.2.2, «Opening the Camera Housing»):

Only use the corresponding MOBOTIX cables with sealing ring when using the connections

of the M16 shown above:

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

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

• MiniUSB to USB-A (angled to USB socket): MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5

Sensor module cable

MiniUSB

MxBus

Ethernet patch cable

I/O cable to front

element (red clips

and seals)

Only use cables with

angled plugs inside

the housing of the M16

(exceptions: patch cables,

MxBus connection wires)!

Delivered Parts and Dimensions

1.3.2 M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR Model Variants

The delivered parts of the

M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR

are slightly dierent from those

of the

M16 Body

(see Section 1.3.1, «M16 Body (Base Module)»):

Changes in the Delivery of the M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR

Item Count Part Name

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

(right) and additional sensors (installed)

Mounting Supplies

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

1.8

1.1

1.10

1.11

1.12

1.7

1.4

1.3

1.6

1.9

1.2

1.5

M.5

M.3

M.2

M.1

M.6

M.7

M.8

M.10

M.11

M.4

1.15

M.9

1.13

1.14

1.19

1.16

1.17

1.18

1.20

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Dimensions of the M16 with Wall MountThe drilling templa-

tes are available on

www.mobotix.com >

Download Center >

Documentation > Manuals

Always print or copy drilling

templates in original size

158 mm/6.22 in

106 mm/4.17 in

244mm/9.6in

155 mm/6.10 in

239mm/9.41in

106 mm/4.17 in

244mm/9.6in

155 mm/6.10 in

Delivered Parts and Dimensions

Dimensions of the M16 with Ceiling Mount The drilling templa-

tes are available on

www.mobotix.com >

Download Center >

Documentation > Manuals

Always print or copy drilling

templates in original size

158 mm/6.22 in

106 mm/4.17 in

210 mm/8.27 in

155 mm/6.10 in

207 mm/8.15 in

106 mm/4.17 in

210 mm/8.27 in

155 mm/6.10 in

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1.3.3 Sensor Modules B016*

Item Number Part Name

2.1 1 Sensor module with aixed washer

2.2 1 MOBOTIX lens B016 (installed)

2.3 1 Dome (installed)

2.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

2.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

2.6 1 Nut (plastic)

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

Sensor module

including status LEDs

and microphone

2.1

2.4

2.5

2.2

2.6

2.3

Delivered Parts and Dimensions

Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of

image (North)

Diam. 50 mm/2 in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs

Microphone

1 2

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

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1.3.4 SensorModulesB036,B041,B061,B079,B119,B237*

Item Number Part Name

3.1 1 Sensor module with aixed washer

3.2 1 MOBOTIX lens B036/B041/B061/B079/B119/B237 (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)

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

Sensor module

including status LEDs

and microphone

3.1

3.4

3.5

3.2

3.6

3.3

Delivered Parts and Dimensions

Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of

image (North)

Diam. 50 mm/2 in

Sensor module

housing

LEDs

Microphone

1 2

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

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1.3.5 Sensor Modules B500*

Item Number Part Name

4.1 1 Sensor module with aixed washer

4.2 1 MOBOTIX lens B500 (installed)

4.3 1 Protective lens cover (installed)

4.4 1 Cable retainer with bayonet catch (installed)

4.5 1 Sealing plug, blue, small (installed)

4.6 1 Nut (plastic)

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

Sensor module

4.1

4.4

4.5

4.2

4.6

4.3

Delivered Parts and Dimensions

Front View

Rear View

Side View

Top = top border of

image (North)

Diam. 50 mm/2 in

Sensor module

housing

Protective lens cover

Diam.43mm/1.7in

Sensor module

housing

Markers for top

Sensor cable con-

nection

Pressure compen-

sation

48mm/1.89in32mm/1.26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

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1.3.6 M16 Complete Camera Day/Night

In order to facilitate the installation, you also order the M16 as complete camera with one

day and one night lens of the same focal lengths.

Available Combinations of Image Sensors

6MP Sensor Modules

D036 – N036

D041 – N041

D061 – N061

D079 – N079

D119 – N119

D237 – N237

Example:M16CompleteCameraWith32mmFocalLength

Advantages of M16 Complete Cameras

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

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

at the factory.

• Simplied ordering of an entire M16 with only one order number.

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

• Maintains the full exibility of the M16 platform system, since the camera’s sensor

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

Mx-M16A/B-6D6N061(6MP)

Night lens with 32 mm

focal length (Black&White)

Day lens with 32 mm focal

length (color)

Available Accessories

1.4 Available Accessories

1.4.1 Polarization Filter

Order no: MX-SM-OPT-POL

The polarization lter can suppress annoying reec

tions and thus enhances recognizability of persons

behind windshields, for example. This lter replaces

the protective glass insert into the corresponding sen

sor module (note that this lter

cannot

be used in B016

sensor modules). Use the blue lens wrench (M.6) to rotate

the polarization lter and to adjust its orientation (see

Section 3.3.3, «Inserting a Filter»). Due to its nature, this

lter reduces the amount of light that enters the lens

by approximately 50 %. The red sealing ring distinguishes this lter from other lters and

the protective lens insert.

1.4.2 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight)

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-STR-05/2/5

(angled/straight)

The MOBOTIX MX-232-IO-Box can be connected directly

to the M16 with this cable, which is up to ve meters long.

1.4.3 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled)

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-EN-PG-05/2/5

(angled/angled)

The MOBOTIX ExtIO can be connected directly to the

M16 with this cable, which is up to ve meters long.

1.4.4 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket

Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5

USB-based storage media (for example, USB hard drives)

can be connected directly to the M16 with this cable,

which is up to ve meters long.

Only cables with

angled plugs can be

used for the M16

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1.4.5 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch

Order no.: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10

(length: 1 m/2 m/5 m/10 m)

The MOBOTIX-developed special cable can be installed

in a waterproof manner and has an integrated sealing

gasket. Every M16 ships with a 0.5-m-long cable as stan-

dard, 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-Set and MX-NPA-PoE-INT-Set (Version EU and Version INT)

Order no.: MX-CBL-NPA-BAT-2 (battery cable for mobile voltage sources)

This is a multi-functional PoE injector according to the

IEEE 802.3af standard – with three connectors (for net

work, camera/PoE device, PC), universal power supply

unit with interchangeable adapter plugs and crossover

function. The NPA-PoE-Set connects and remotely

supplies a M16 with power via an Ethernet cable up

to 100 m/328  in length. The blue adapter can also be

connected to mobile voltage sources from 12 to 57 V DC

by means of an additionally available battery cable. The

“EU” 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).

1.4.7 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

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

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

Weatherproof network connector (protection class IP65,

–30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F)

with surge protection 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 connection of a camera’s patch

cable to a network patch cable (

-RJ45

variant) or a network

installation cable (

-LSA

variant).

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 weather-

proof and extremely compact exterior housing (protection

class IP65, –30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F), which means it can

also be installed in the space of the Outdoor Wall Mount.

Interfaces of the MX-NPA-Box: Camera via patch cable,

Ethernet via LSA+ and external power supply via terminal

connector (12 to 57 V DC possible).

1.4.9 MX-GPS-Box

Order no.: MX-OPT-GPS1-EXT

This box primarily serves as a high-precision time source

for systems without an Internet connection. In addition,

the cameras can trigger GPS-based events (reaching or

moving away from a specied position; exceeding or

not reaching a specied 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 is equipped with the same compact housing as the other interface boxes

(protection class IP65, –30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F). This interface box should not be installed

inside of other wall mounts, but on the exterior of the building with a large section of open

sky above it. This ensures the best possible reception from GPS satellites and thereby the

highest possible accuracy of the received GPS data. The maximum length of the MxBus

wiring (0.8 mm diameter wires) is 50 m/55 yd.

1.4.10 MX-232-IO-Box

Order no.: MX-OPT-RS1-EXT

This box provides the signal inputs and outputs as well as

the RS232 (serial) interface. It replaces the connections

that were handled on the older camera models via a D-Sub

15-HD connector. The MX-232-IO-Box (protection class IP65,

–30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F) can be attached to all MOBOTIX

cameras with an MxBus or USB interface. The maximum

length of the MxBus wiring (0.8 mm diameter wires) is 50 m/55 yd. If the MiniUSB connector

is used, the maximum cable length is 5 m/16 .

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1.4.11 ExtIOExpansionModule

Order no.: MX-ExtIO

The device, which is suitable both for on-wall and cavity-

wall installations, contains a powerful speaker, micro

phone, infrared motion sensor, ambient temperature

sensor, two input and two output contacts and two illu

minated keys. It is ideal for door communication, elevators,

access control systems, etc. The ExtIO is suitable for use

as direct connection to the M16 via a MiniUSB cable (max.

5 m), which can be ordered separately, or as a network

connection via the PoE switch.

1.4.12 Mx2wire+MediaConverter

Order no.: MX-2WirePlus-Set-PW

The Mx2wire+ system allows an Ethernet network with PoE

to be set up via two-wire cables, which saves users from

having to lay several hundred meters of Ethernet cable.

For example, an existing two-wire cable of an analog video

camera can be reused to connect a high-resolution and

modern IP network camera. Mx2wire+ is delivered in the

standard wall outlet frame in dierent designs; however,

it can also be used with the available on-wall socket that

is included.

1.4.13Security Screw Set with Allen Bit

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

Use this triple set of security screws for plugs (4 pcs 6x50)

and for machine threads (4 pcs M6x15, 4 pcs M6x30) to

securely attach the VarioFlex foot of the wall mount. The

Allen bit supplied with the set (1/4 in drive with hole for

security pin) ts regular power screwdrivers.

1.4.14 Sealing Ring as Dome Replacement for Sensor Modules B016*

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

For special scenarios with hemispheric sensor modules,

e.g., if light entering from the side creates reections

within the dome, you can use the sealing ring instead of

the dome (see also Section 3.3.4, «Replacing the Dome

Against the Sealing Ring (B016 Only)»).

In order to avoid

burns by the hot lens, the dome must not be removed if the sensor module is within

the reach of persons!

*For an explanation of

the sensor module desi-

gnations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

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 Product Selector > Accessories section to

see the entire list of available accessories.

THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS

Support on the MOBOTIX Website

www.mobotix.com/en/support

The MOBOTIX Video Tutorials

www.mobotix.com/en/support/

download-center/documenta-

tion/video-tutorials

Seminars on MOBOTIX Campus

www.mobotix.com/en/support/

trainings

The MOBOTIX YouTube Channel

www.youtube.com/user/MobotixAG

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1.5 MOBOTIXSoware

1.5.1 IntegratedCameraSoware(Firmware)

MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in rmware whose

functions are accessed by the MOBOTIX MxManagementCenter remote stations and

MOBOTIX MxBell.

The M16 models therefore also feature a variety of functions that are integrated in the

rmware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notication

via video IP telephony. The virtual PTZ functions allow you to continuously zoom into or

out of a MOBOTIX camera image using either the mouse wheel or a joystick.

When recording image or video sequences, you can choose to store either the section of the

live image that is visible or the full sensor image (full image storage). This also allows you

to examine parts of an image or video that had not been visible in the live image section

on display at the time of the recording.

Unlike in the camera systems from other manufacturers, there is no need to buy and

install additional soware on your computer thanks to the MOBOTIX rmware that can

be accessed directly in a web browser via the camera IP address. Instead of using a web

browser, you can also download the free MxManagementCenter video management

soware 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 MxBell for iOS devices (iPhone, iPad, iPad

mini, iPod touch, iOS 5.0 and higher) is also available free of charge from the App Store/

Google Play for your mobile applications.

Download free of charge

from www.mobotix.com

No license fees!

Free updates!

MOBOTIX Soware

1.5.2 MxManagementCenter

MxManagementCenter (MxMC) is a completely new development that focuses on a unique

and intuitive user experience. Single and double click, drag&drop, support of several screens

and direct view of events and alarm messages are just some of the many advantages of

the new soware.

MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras repre-

senting the decentralized concept at its best. MxMC allows controlled recording access via

the camera or later directly to the NAS.

A unique feature is the adaptive bandwidth management supporting quality search even

over mobile networks with very limited bandwidth. MxMC is 100% free of charge, requi

ring no license or update costs and at the same time having no limits in terms of users,

screens and cameras.

MxManagementCenter–simpleoperationofthemostimportantcamerafunctions:

• Integration of an unlimited number of cameras

• Camera groups with representation in Grid and Graphic views, Grid views with a

focus window and many controls

• Optical and audible alarming of new events

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

monitoring operation

•

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

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

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

and in recordings

Download free of charge

from www.mobotix.com

No license fees!

Free updates!

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1.5.3 MOBOTIXMxBell

Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notications! Use MxBell on your smartphone

or tablet to receive notications from the doorbell of a MOBOTIX IP Video Door Station

and live views from MOBOTIX cameras. This app helps you open the door and enables

hands-free talking, automatic camera search, a live view, camera connection via SSL and

display of the connection status.

OurnewMxBellversion2.0ishere!

The update scores with its new playback function, which makes it possible to search through

the recorded events for the integrated Door Stations and cameras at a specic time point

and play back the individual clips. In addition, the Grid view will simultaneously display

up to four cameras, which in particular is a great advantage for small installations.

• Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notications.

• Displays doorbell messages from MOBOTIX IP Video Door Stations.

• Live views from MOBOTIX IP cameras with gesture-controlled PTZ function.

• Open the door from anywhere, hands-free talking.

• Automatic camera search, live view and camera connection using SSL.

• Displays the connection status.

• Supports remote connections and mobile data.

• iOS 8 and Android 2.3 (or higher)

Free download from App

Store/Google Play

No license fees!

Free updates!

MOBOTIX Soware

Notes

M16 Camera Manual: Installation

2 INSTALLATION

The MOBOTIX M16 has been designed to be mounted on walls and ceilings. It can also be

installed on a mounting pole using the appropriate MOBOTIX accessories. The dierent

installation options are described in Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount» and

the following sections, while the drilling templates are available on www.mobotix.com >

Download Center > Documentation > Manuals.

2.1 Preparing the Installation

Before installing the MOBOTIX M16, the following questions should be answered:

1. Where will the camera be installed?

2. What other additional installation options are available?

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

4. How are the connections furnished from the building?

5. What cabling considerations are necessary?

The following sections in this chapter should answer all these questions. If anything is

unclear or you have more questions, please contact your MOBOTIX partner or MOBOTIX

Support directly. Contact information can be found at www.mobotix.com under Support.

2.1.1 InstallationOptions:Wall,Ceiling,Pole

Like all MOBOTIX cameras, the M16isextremelyexible in terms of how and where it

can be installed. An M16 can be used for both indoor and outdoor applications: in xed or

mobile applications – constantly changing locations or in/on vehicles of any kind. The M16

cameras have been certied weatherproof according to IP66 IP66 and can work reliably

in temperature ranges from –40 to 60 °C/–40 to 140 °F (cold start min. temp. –30 °C/–22 °F)

without heating or fan. A practical weather and sun protective cover is integrated into

the extremely resistant housing, which is made of UV-resistant special-purpose plastic.

Thanks to the camera’s unique VarioFlex mounting system (supplied as standard), the M16

camera can be installed quickly and easily on any wall, ceiling or even a round pole of up

to 18 cm in diameter (when combined with the stainless steel pole mount). The VarioFlex

mounting system allows a wide range in both the horizontal and vertical directions (rotating

and tilting) to enable precise adjustment to suit the area to be monitored. The mount also

tsdirectlyoverin-wallsockets(withouttheframe)andMOBOTIXinterfaceboxes to

fully conceal the cable, thus improving the security of the installation.

Signal input/output

RS232

GPS time and posi-

tion information

Ext. power supply

(e.g., solar panel)

Overvoltage protection

+ network connector

Preparing the Installation

The VarioFlex mount consists of a central joint, which is directly screwed into place with

the M16 housing, and a wall and ceiling mount, which is fastened to the central joint

with just one screw. In addition to being easy to install, the VarioFlex mount enjoys the

advantage of featuring completely concealed cabling and high impermeability to water

and dust (IP66). Wall and ceiling mounts are designed such that they can be installed

over conventional in-wall sockets (without the frame) or cavity sockets and conceal them

completely. A MOBOTIX interface box can be integrated in the wall mount.

Make sure that you have found the best camera position before installing the camera. It is

important that the camera’s eld of view is not obstructed in any way. Once the camera

has been installed on a wall or ceiling, you can ne-tune its position. If the monitored area

changes or the camera has to be installed in a dierent location, it is easy to exchange

the camera’s sensor modules and continue using the camera, without having to upgrade

to new video soware.

360°

Ceiling instal-

lation

Weather

protection

Ceiling mount

-60°

+20°

Wall installation

Wall mount

Central joint

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°

Space for RJ45 in-wall socket/concealed cabling

VarioFlex wall mount with

protected cabling and cover

for in-wall sockets and

MOBOTIX interface boxes

M16 Camera Manual: Installation

Wall Installation

The M16 can be installed on the wall of a building or structures, even mobile surfaces, for

both indoor and outdoor use. The camera is mounted using the pre-installed VarioFlex

mount (supplied as standard), which is easily secured using the four enclosed screws and

screw anchors (depending on the surface, it can also be mounted without screw anchors

directly over the in-wall socket). The Ethernet connection cable of the camera has already

been guided through the mount and simply needs to be connected with the network cable

on-site (for example, using the MX-Patch-Box). By adjusting the VarioFlex mount as required,

the captured image area can be precisely adjusted to the desired practical application. The

cameracanbeturnedortilted180°horizontallyand80°vertically(from-60°to+20°).

Ceiling Installation

By exchanging the wall mount for the separately supplied ceiling mount, the M16 is ready

to be installedonceilingsinjustafeweasysteps thanks to the VarioFlex system. This

installation option is of particular benet when monitoring rectangular rooms with a sin

gle camera. In such cases, the B041 sensor module with Super Wide-Angle lens allows

the room to be monitored almost entirely by an M16 installed on the ceiling in one of the

corners. Using the PTZ soware, you can easily zoom in on image details in either the live

image or the recording. Thecameracanbeturnedortilted360°horizontallyand107°

vertically(from-90°to+17°).

-60°

+20°

Wall installation

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: -60° to +20°

360°

Ceiling installation

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 M16 as an accessory and

is almost indestructible (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS). This pole mount is made from rust-

proof stainless steel with a white coating and is used in combination with the pre-installed

VarioFlex mount supplied as standard with the wall mount.

Poles with a diameter between 60 and 180 mm can be used. It is particularly advisable to

use cavity (metal) poles, in which the network cable is not visible and can be protected

from attacks. For more detailed information on the installation process, see Section 2.2,

«First Installation Steps». The drilling templates are available on www.mobotix.com >

Download Center > Documentation > Manuals.

2.1.2 Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules

The camera must be correctly positioned on the wall or ceiling in order to be able to use the

high-resolution hemispheric image display options of the M16 with B016 sensor module(s).

The entire hemisphere of the room in front of the camera is then eectively monitored.

High-Resolution Panorama Images

The M16 with B016 sensor module(s) is primarily suited to providing an excellent over

view in the form of a high-resolution panorama image, and less suitable for more exact

details. For active operation, the camera should be installed at an (out of direct reach)

height ranging from 2.5 m to 3.5 m. People, for example, may be identied very well at

distances of up to 1.5 m and with suicient detail at up to 3 m. Objects can be detected

even at distances of 5 m and more from the camera. During installation, ensure that the

camera is focused on the most important areas of the room as directly as possible in order

to optimize image quality and provide the desired level of detail recognition. This applies

above all to wall and ceiling installations that must be carried out at greater heights for

technical or other reasons (over doors, windows, etc.). The lens capabilities can be only

fully utilized by tilting the camera appropriately.

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Allround View

A single M16 sensor module can moni-

tor 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 oor area of up

to approx. 40 m² generally allow the

recognition of detail even at the bor

ders of the full image. Rooms with up to

100 m² of oor area can be monitored

using one single camera if you only

want to monitor specic objects or to

know if persons enter a room.

1,50m

3m

2,50m–3,50m

5 m

Identication Detection Perception

Camera focus (best image quality)

MOBOTIX recommendation

MOBOTIX original 180°

Panorama image (B016

sensor module)

2,50m–3,50m

Installation in the middle of the wall

The image quality (precision) diminishes as the

distance of an object to the camera focus point

increases: 1 very good, 2 good, 3 satisfactory

Capture of entire room

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°.

Note

Part of the captured image area is concealed behind the protective cover of the M16

housing, especially in the full image. For this reason, M16 cameras with B016 lens

should be adjusted so that the concealed areas are not those that are supposed to

be monitored. The concealed area can be completely removed from the image by

panning/tilting/zooming the image using the virtual PTZ function.

Weatherproof housing visible in the

full image

Panning/tilting/zooming

removes the area concealed

by the weatherproof cover

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2.1.3 NetworkConnectionandPowerSupply,UPS

Power-Over-Ethernet(PoEConformingtoIEEE802.3af)

All M16 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The PoE Adapter Set

(MX-NPA-PoE-Set) may be used for smaller installations, or the weatherproof PoE injector

MX-NPA-Box (MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT) may be used in outdoor scenarios. For larger installati

ons, we recommend investing in a PoE-capable supply device available on the market.

Section 2.7 contains more information on the possible combinations of connecting the

M16 and power supply options.

The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable is

100 m/110 yd. The Mx2wire+ media converter set (available as an accessory) can be used

to extend the range of an Ethernet connection up to 500 m in length (maximum transmis

sion speed for a 500 m/550 yd cable: 45 Mbps and 12 W for the PoE device).

Note

The MOBOTIX M16 can be powered by switches or routers that support the PoE (Power-

over-Ethernet) standard and conform to IEEE 802.3af.

Advantages of PoE power supply:

• Centralized backup power supply available via network

• Lower, more cost-eective power consumption

• Camera does not require an additional network connection

The M16 supports Power-

over-Ethernet according

to IEEE 802.3af (PoE)

PoE adapter

MX-NPA-PoE

PC or Power

LAN or Power

Camera

The PoE adapter repla-

ces the crossover cable

when directly connec-

ting to a computer

Preparing the Installation

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 uctuations, enhancing the reliability of the system as a whole.

When using a more powerful 19” rack-mounted UPS, you can also protect all other network

components (for example, switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.).

Since MOBOTIX cameras do not require any heating, even during winter, the average power

consumption of less than 5 watts is very low. This, in turn, means that you can centralize the

UPS-protected power supply by injecting power into the Ethernet cables (max. 100 m). This

kind of protected power supply can be used either with MOBOTIX PoE products (MX-NPA-

PoE + Universal Power Supply) or with PoE-compliant switches according to IEEE 802.3af.

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

Once the camera position, the position of the cable outlets and the method of power supply

have been decided upon, the cabling can be installed. Before installing the MOBOTIX M16,

you should make sure that the network connections have been thorougly tested so that

the proper functioning of the camera is guaranteed.

If the camera is to be installed outdoors, you should also install the MOBOTIX

MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box (optional accessory). This interface box not only provides

overvoltage protection of up to 4 kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras

, it also provides simple

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

-RJ45

variant) or

a network installation cable (

-LSA

variant).

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

Product

Selector > Accessories > Interface Boxes

section on www.mobotix.com.

UPS units not only protect

the camera against power

failures, they also protect

all other connected network

devices against damage

from voltage peaks and lows

PoE switch

PC/server

RAID

UPS

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2.1.5 Wiring,FirePrevention,LightningandSurgeProtection

When installing the wiring inside or outside of buildings, make sure you always adhere

to the relevant regulations on wiring, re prevention, and protection against lightning.

MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the eects of small electrical surges by a range

of measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged

when stronger electrical surges occur. Particular care should be taken when installing the

camera outside to ensure proper protection against lightning, as this also protects the

building and the entire network infrastructure.

MOBOTIX recommends having MOBOTIX cameras installed only by certied specialists

accustomed to installing network devices and having proper respect for the applicable

regulations regarding lightning protection and re prevention as well as the current tech

nology for preventing damages from electrical surges.

Wiring

When installing the wiring, make sure to follow these guidelines:

• Data cable: Make sure you only use double-shielded Cat 5

or higher cable (S/STP) for Ethernet connections.

•

Outdoors: Installing the camera outdoors requires special

precautions and measures regarding the cables as well as

lightning and surge protection.

• Wire lengths: The cable segments must not exceed the

maximum allowed cable lengths in order to ensure pro

per data transfer.

• Avoiding induction: When running data cables parallel to existing regular power

lines or high-voltage wires, make sure you observe the minimum distances to the

power cables.

Fire Prevention

When installing the power lines to the camera, make sure you always adhere to the country-

specic regulations (for example, VDE in Germany, IEEE in the U.S.) in eect on wiring and

re prevention at the site of the installation.

Lightning and Surge Protection

In order to avoid damage to MOBOTIX cameras from overvoltages, you should always

install the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box. This competitively priced and weatherproof

network connector provides reliable protection against overvoltages of up to 4 kV; the box

is easily installed in the Outdoor Wall Mount, for example (see Section 1.4.7, «MX-Overvoltage-

Protection-Box»).

First Installation Steps

2.2 First Installation Steps

2.2.1 InitialInstallationoftheSensorModules(ExceptM16CompleteCameras)

The MOBOTIX M16 cameras are delivered with a pre-assembled housing as M16 Body

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

tted with transport plugs. When operating the camera, it needs to be tted either with

sensor or blind modules. This closes o the front element and protects the camera against

foreign objects, insects and water.

Caution

Only replace the sensor modules when the camera is disconnected from the power

supply. Make sure the power supply to the camera is disconnected before installing

or replacing sensor modules.

When installing the sensor modules, make sure that the sensor module cables and

the patch cable are not damaged or bent sharply.

Using One or Two Sensor Modules

With an M16, you have the choice of using the camera with one or two sensor modules.

Since the modules are easily exchanged, it is also possible to add a module or to use dif

ferent ones later on.

Caution

Note that you must not operate the M16 with installed transport plugs, since the

camera is not protected against the environments:

M16 with one blind module:

Unrestricted operation

(IP66)

M16 with two transport plugs:

No operation allowed!

M16 with one transport plug:

No operation allowed!

Not required with M16

Complete Camera

(see Section 1.3.6)

MOBOTIX Tutorials:

www.mobotix.com/en/

support/download-

center/documentation/

brochures-guides

Transport plug

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Procedure

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.

Remove the transport plugs

: Gently pull the two

transport plugs out of the sensor module sockets by

liing the rim of the plugs. Now pull the connectors

of the sensor module cables out of the back of the

transport plugs; take care not to damage the con

nectors or the cables.

Make sure that you do not

pull the sensor module cables out of the housing!

Connect sensor module cable

: Firmly push the

sensor module cable into the module’s connector

as shown in the gure.

Lock sensor module cable

: Apply bayonet catch

as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps

shut.

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 gure.

First Installation Steps

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 M16 as a mono camera

with only one sensor module.

Caution

Note that the sensor modules are not yet protected against the and unwanted

rotation (e.g., due to vibration). In such a case, it is

highly recom-

mended to install the security clips (M.11)

• Section 2.2.2, «Opening the Camera Housing»

• Section 2.2.3, «Installing the Security Clips (Optional, Not

Required for M16 Complete Cameras)»

• Section 2.2.8, «Closing the Camera Housing»

2.2.2 Opening the Camera Housing

The following tasks require opening the camera housing and removing the front element

of the M16 in order to get to the interior of the M16:

•

Inserting security clips at the sensor module or the

blind module, respectively.

• Exchanging the MOBOTIX Ethernet patch cable

against a longer MOBOTIX patch cable.

• Connecting an MxBus

* two-wire cable in order to

attach MxBus extension modules (e.g., the «MX-GPS-

Box»).

•

Connecting a MOBOTIX USB cable in order to attach

external data storage devices or an «MX-232-IO-Box».

•

Exchanging the pre-installed MicroSD card against

a larger one or as preventive maintenance measure

(see Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording»).

Blind module

*Only supported by

Mx-M16B variant

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Procedure

1. Place the camera face-down on a clean and dry

surface.

2. Remove the two rubber plugs at the back of the

camera housing.

3. Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, loosen the

two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Leave

the bolts and washers in the camera housing.

4. Using the Allen wrench,

cautiously

push from

behind

in an alternating fashion

onto the le and

the right bolt (red arrow in upper gure) and push

the front element out of the front of the housing.

Tilt the front element forward as shown in the gure.

2.2.3 InstallingtheSecurityClips(Optional,NotRequiredforM16Complete

Cameras)

The security clips are protecting the sensor modules or

the blind module in the front element of the M16 against

unwanted rotation (e.g., due to vibration when mounted

on a pole or in an automotive scenario).

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.2.

Insert the security clips:

To protect the modules

against unwanted rotation insert the two red secu-

rity clips at the insides of the sensor modules (as

shown in the gure). Make sure that the security

clips click into place as shown in the image detail.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8.

Remove rubber plugs at

the back of the housing

using small screwdriver

Not required with M16

Complete Camera

(see Section 1.3.6)

First Installation Steps

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 modu-

les as described in Section 2.2.1, «Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M16

Complete Cameras)».

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.2.

Remove the security clips

: The sensor or blind

modules may have been protected against unwan-

ted rotation by applying the security clips. Push the

top pf the security clip in the direction of the blue

arrow (see gure in the side note) so that it can pass

the notch and pull the clip upwards.

Remove the sensor module cable from the sensor

or blind module:

The sensor module cables are

secured using a special cable lock with bayonet

catch. To remove the bayonet catch turn it counter-

clockwise until it gently snaps open. Take o the

catch and pull out the cable.

Remove the sensor or blind module

: Set the black

module wrench onto the sensor or blind module,

so that the two notches lock into the two holes of

the module (at the 12 and 6 o’clock positions). Turn

module wrench counter-clockwise by 90 degrees

until it stops.

Push the sensor or blind module out of its socket.

Prepare the new sensor module

: 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.

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Connect the sensor module cable to the sensor

module

: Guide the cable through the opening in the

front element and rmly push the sensor module

cable into the connector. Apply bayonet catch as

shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps

shut.

Insert the sensor module:

Make sure that the

MOBOTIX lettering on the sensor module is at the

“9 o’clock” position as shown in the gure. Using

the black module wrench, turn the sensor module

clockwise until it stops.

Insert the security clips:

To protect the modules

against unwanted rotation insert the two red secu-

rity clips at the insides of the sensor modules (as

shown in the gure). Make sure that the security

clips click into place as shown in the image detail.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8.

2.2.5 Replacing the Ethernet Patch Cable

If you want to replace the pre-installed MOBOTIX patch cable (0.5 m/20 in) by a longer

one, make sure that you only use genuine MOBOTIX cables (see Section 1.4.5, «Ethernet

Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch»).

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.2.

Remove the patch cable

: Turn the bayonet catch of

the patch cable at the inner housing cover (red circle

in gure) counter-clockwise and remove the catch.

First Installation Steps

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).

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.

Guide the patch cable into the housing

: Guide the

new cable from the front through the cable guide

in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see gure).

Reinstall the foot of the wall mount if you removed

it in step 3.

Connect the patch cable

: Insert the plug of the

Ethernet cable into the appropriate connector.

Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clock

wise until it gently snaps shut.

7. Make sure that the hinged ferrite rests between

the inner housing cover and the cable guide at the

top of the housing as shown.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8.

70 mm/2.8 in

In order to ensure the

weatherproofness of

the M16, make sure that

you only use genuine

MOBOTIX patch cables!

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2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable

Using the USB plug (red circle in gure), you can attach existing expansion modules, such

as the MOBOTIX ExtIO (USB), the MX-232-IO-Box or external USB hard drives to the camera

in a weatherproof and well-protected manner.

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.2.

Remove the single wire plug

: Remove the blue

single wire plug (red circle in gure).

Guide the USB cable through the housing

: Guide

the cable from the front through the cable guide

in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see gure).

Connect the USB cable

: Insert the MiniUSB plug

into the appropriate connector. Apply bayonet catch

as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps

shut.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8.

Only use USB cables with

angled plugs for connecting

USB cables to the M16!

First Installation Steps

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 M16.

Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having

two wires) to the MxBus connector (red circle in gure).

Take care not to switch the polarity of the wires. It is

recommended to use the same wire color for +/– for the

entire MxBus system (e.g., red = +, blue = –).

Procedure

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.2.

Prepare the MxBus wires

: Remove the blue single

wire plug. Strip 5 mm (1/5 in) of insulation from the

wire ends, then push each wire into one of the four

holes in the single wire plug (this prevents humidity

from entering the camera).

Connect MxBus wires

Push back the blue single

wire plug so that you can easily attach the MxBus

wires. Attach the MxBus wires by rmly pushing the

wires into the corresponding connectors. Carefully

press the single wire plug into the connector socket

and twist the MxBus wire pairs.

If you need to remove one of the wires, you need

to unlock the connector by pressing on the orange-

colored area using a small screwdriver, then pull

out the wire.

Guide the MxBus cable out of the housing

: Guide

the cable from the front through the cable guide

in the hinge of the VarioFlex mount (see gure).

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8.

*Only supported by

Mx-M16B variant

The length of the entire

MxBus wiring must not

exceed 50 m/55 yd.

Single-wire plug

MxBus connector

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Notes

Aer 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 M16, you need to reassemble the

front element of the M16. Make sure that you are reconnecting all plugs as shown in the

gure if you removed any of them:

Procedure

1. Before inserting the front element, make sure that

the sensor module cables of both image sensors

are running at the inside of the screw bore (see red

arrow).

The sensor cables must not run along the

outside of the screw bores (see gure below)!

Sensor module cable

right

Sensor module cable

le

I/O cable to front ele-

ment (red clips!)

First Installation Steps

2. Place the camera on its right side (as seen by the

camera) as shown. Push the cable of the le sensor

module under the retaining lug at the screw bore

(red circle in detail gure)

3. Push the front element into the housing and make

sure that the sensor module cable remains under

the retaining lug (red circle in detail image).

Continue to push the front element into the housing,

then evenly press the front element into the housing

at the spots indicated by the red arrows.

Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, tighten the

two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Push

the two rubber plugs back into the opening of the

screws to prevent humidity and dirt from entering

the camera.

Do not forget to apply

rubber plugs at the

back of the housing!

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2.3 Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount

The M16 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 2.1.2, «Installing the

Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»). You can ne-tune its position once the camera

has been installed on the wall.

2.3.1 VarioFlexWallMount

Using the VarioFlex wall mount, the camera can be precisely panned, both horizontally

and vertically, to suit the area that is to be monitored.

Wheninstalledonawall,thecameracanbeturnedortilted as follows:

• horizontally: 180°

• vertically: 80°

Tilting the camera when

installed on a wall:

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

-60°

+20°

180°

Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount

In order to ensure a ush nish with the surface, connect the camera patch cable to the net-

work 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

Product Selector > Accessories > Interface Boxes section. It is also possible to install an

in-wall socket with RJ45 connector. When doing so, make sure that the in-wall socket is

placed as high up in the wall mount housing as possible.

When installing on-wall cabling, breaking out one

of the four possible openings in the base of the wall

mount with a pliers will ensure that the cables can

be fed neatly into the camera. The connection to

the camera patch cable can be established using a

suitable adapter within the wall mount.

Caution: If using the camera outdoors, only use

the opening at the bottom of the mount to prevent

water from entering the mount!

MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

the wall mount

Wall seal In-wall socket Wall mount

Camera patch cable

Pliers to break through

a cable guide

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Procedure

1. Install and prepare the network connection: The

pre-installed patch cable attached to the camera

must be connected with the on-site network cable.

The connection can either be established using an

installed in-wall socket with RJ45 connector or, in

the case of a protruding network or patch cable,

using the MX-Patch-Box. In both cases, the connec-

tion is well protected and is neither accessible nor

visible from the outside.

Drill the holes: Use the drilling template for the

camera (available on www.mobotix.com >

Download Center > Documentation > Manuals

or, if used, the extended drilling template inclu-

ded in the MX-Patch-Box package). Drill the holes

for the supplied screw anchors. Screw anchors

do not have to be tted if the surface is made

of wood. To secure the mount, the supplied

stainless steel hex head screws will be screwed

directly into the surface later on. You should

start with a 2-mm drill bit, for example (drilling

depth just slightly less than screw length), in

order to facilitate screwing in wood.

3. Attach wall seal: Place the white rubber sealing

ring with the groove on the edge of the wall mount.

4. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network

cable to the camera patch cable using an adap

ter or insert the patch cable into the RJ45 outlet.

Take note of the installation manual included in the

package when using a MX-Patch-Box. All manuals

can be downloaded and printed (as PDF les) from

the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com) in the

Support > Download Center > Documentation >

Manuals section. Make sure that the cables are not

bent or squashed.

InterfaceBox

M16 Wall Mount

No screw anchors are requi-

red for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing

possible, for example,

with shrink tubing

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. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass

and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean

so cotton cloth for optimal image results.

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

camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»

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

computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

ceiling mount

must always be used for

ceiling installation

(see Section «Ceiling Installation»).

Screw caps for lock screws

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2.4 Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount

The M16 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 2.1.1, «Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole» and Section 2.1.2,

«Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules»). You can ne-tune its position

once the camera has been installed on the ceiling.

2.4.1 VarioFlexCeilingMount

Using the VarioFlex ceiling mount, the camera can be precisely panned, both horizontally

and vertically, to suit the area that is to be monitored.

Wheninstalledonaceiling,thecameracanbeturnedortilted as follows:

• horizontally: 360°

• vertically: 107°

Tilting the camera when

installed on a ceiling

• Horizontal: 360°

• Vertical: 107°

-90°

+17°

360°

Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount

In addition, a cavity or in-wall socket can be installed for the network cable protruding

from the ceiling, which allows suicient space to use a standard adapter to connect the

network cable with the camera patch cable.

When installing on-wall cabling, breaking out one of the four provided openings in the base

of the ceiling mount will ensure that the cables can be fed neatly into the camera. The camera

patch cable must be connected with the network cable using a suitably sealed adapter.

Cable connector

Cavity socket

Wall seal

Standard adapter for cable

connection

Additional sealing of the wall

mount with silicone (on the

wall seal) is recommended

for use with uneven surfaces

Pliers to break through

a cable guide

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Procedure

1. Convert to a ceiling mount: Simply remove the lock screw on the central joint and

exchange the wall mount for the supplied ceiling mount. Before fastening the ceiling

mount to the central joint (using the screw of the wall mount), the patch cable is

guided through one of the four openings.

Install and prepare the network connection: Guide

the pre-installed camera patch cable through one

of the four openings in the ceiling mount (this will

be connected later with the network cable using a

suitable adapter, for example, in an existing cavity

socket).

3. Drill the holes:Use the drilling template for the

camera (available on www.mobotix.com >

Download Center > Documentation > Manuals).

Drill the holes for the supplied screw anchors. Screw

anchors do not have to be tted if the surface is

made of wood. To secure the mount, the supplied

stainless steel hex head screws will be screwed

directly into the surface later on. You should start

with a 2-mm drill bit, for example (drilling depth just

slightly less than screw length), in order to facilitate

screwing in wood.

4. Attach ceiling seal: Place the white rubber seal

with the groove on the edge of the ceiling mount.

5. Connect the cable: Connect camera patch cable

via connector. Make sure that the cable is not bent

or squashed.

No screw anchors are requi-

red for wooden surfaces

Additional sealing

possible, for example,

with shrink tubing

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. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass

and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean

so cotton cloth for optimal image results.

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

camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»

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

computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

wall mount

must always be used for

wall installation

(see Section 2.3, «Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount»).

Screw caps for lock screws

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2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories)

If you are intending to install the camera on a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX

M16 pole mount. This mount is made of 3-mm powder-coated stainless steel (white) and

has been designed specically for outdoor use. The supplied stainless steel straps allow

the mount to be attached to poles with diameters between 60 mm and 180 mm. By design,

the pole mount does not allow the use of an in-wall socket. We recommend using an

MX-Patch-Box that can be easily inserted into the cavity socket of the wall mount (VarioFlex

mount) in order to ensure a weatherproof connection of the network devices. For more

information on the MX-Patch-Box, please visit www.mobotix.com and go to the

Product

Selector > Accessories > Interface Boxes

section.

The camera is always installed together with the VarioFlex

mount, which is shipped as a wall mount, and can also

be installed directly on the pole mount. The best camera

position for the selected sensor module must be found

before installing the camera (see Section 2.2, «First

Installation Steps»). You can ne-tune its position once

the camera has been installed on the wall.

Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories)

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°

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

Pole Mount Dimensions

Tilting the camera when

installed on a pole

• Horizontal: 180°

• Vertical: 80°

-60°

+20°

180°

90°

-90°

+20°

Height: 174 mm/6.85 in

Width: 140 mm/5.51 in Depth: 45 mm/1.77 in

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Scope of Delivery and Required Parts

Please rst check that all the components supplied with the corner and pole mount set

are present in the original packaging.

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

5.6 2

Stainless steel straps

The caps for the screws are also required here. These are included in the delivery of the

M16 basic module (see Section 1.3, «Delivered Parts and Dimensions», item M.10).

5.2

5.1

5.5

5.3

5.6

Screw caps for lock screws

Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories)

Procedure

Prepare the cable: Guide the on-site network cable from

behind through the middle opening of the pole mount.

Ideally, the cable should be guided directly from the pole

into the cavity socket of the VarioFlex wall mount, where

it is connected with the camera patch cable (concealed

cabling) via an adapter (such as MX-Patch-Box).

Prepare the straps: Guide the two stainless steel straps

through the pole mount. The pole must have a diameter

between 60 mm and 180 mm.

3. Attach pole mount: Place the straps around the pole

and tighten them using a screwdriver. If necessary, the

ends of the straps can be cut o.

4. Attach rubber sealing ring: Place the white rubber

sealing ring with the groove on the edge of the wall

mount.

5. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable

to the camera patch cable using an adapter or insert

the patch cable into the RJ45 outlet. Take note of the

installation manual included in the package when

using a MX-Patch-Box. All manuals can be downloaded

and printed (as PDF les) from the MOBOTIX website

(www.mobotix.com) in the Support > Download

Center > Documentation > Manuals section. Make

sure that the cables are not bent or squashed.

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6. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the

predrilled positions in the pole mount and tighten

it using the supplied M6x25 mm screws (item 1.2),

washers (item 1.4) and M6 hex nuts (item 1.5). Place

the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the

camera as described in Section 3.3.

7. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass

and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean

so cotton cloth for optimal image results.

8. Establishaconnectiontothecamera,checkthe

image: Establish a connection to the camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual

and Automatic Operation – Overview» and the following sections. The live image

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

on the computer monitor.

Note

The

VarioFlex mount

and

wall mount

must always be used for

pole installation

The VarioFlex ceiling mount should not be used.

Screw caps for lock screws

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 soware and

reboot the MOBOTIX camera before removing the card.

Caution

A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera aer you have deactivated

recording to the SD card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead to data

loss! Make sure that the card is not write-protected!

Procedure

Deactivate recording

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

StorageonExternalFileServer/FlashDevice). If the MicroSD card recording is still

active, deactivate recording, reboot the camera and then disconnect its power supply.

For more information, see Section 3.5, «MicroSD Card Recording».

Open camera housing:

Open the camera housing as described in Section 2.2.2.

Remove connection cable from the inner cover of the housing

: Remove the con-

nector of the sensor cable and the I/O cable (red clips) aer opening the clip catches.

Remove Ethernet cable and any connected MiniUSB cable aer opening the bayonet

catch. Remove MxBus cables. Make sure the front element with the sensor modules

does not fall down.

Remove inner cover

: Remove the four lock screws

on the inner lid (red arrow) using the supplied 2.5-

mm Allen wrench and carefully li o the lid.

Make sure that the interconnections between the

inner lid and the circuit board are not damaged

when removing the inner lid.

The MicroSD card is located at the bottom in the

center of the circuit board.

Make sure not to touch the circuit board when

replacing the MicroSD card!

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Unlock MicroSD card

Carefully

slide the metal

latch to the right (using your ngernail).

Remove the MicroSD card

: Li the metal latch

upwards and to the right and remove the SD card.

Insert and lock the MicroSD card

: Insert the

MicroSD card and close the metal latch. Gently

slide the metal latch (using your ngernail) back

to the le to lock the MicroSD card.

Attach inner cover

: Attach inner cover, tighten Allen

screws and replace the connection cables.

Close camera housing:

Close the camera housing

as described in Section 2.2.8, then reconnect the

power supply.

10.

Activate recording

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

formatted, you can activate recording under Admin Menu > Storage on External File

Server/Flash Device. Once the camera has been rebooted, it automatically activates

recording.

11.

Format MicroSD card

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

use as described in Section 3.5.2, «Formatting the MicroSD Card».

Network and Power Connection

2.7 Network and Power Connection

• Power is supplied to the camera via the camera Ethernet connection (patch or ins-

tallation cable). We recommend using a MOBOTIX PoE adapter or another similar

high-quality PoE product to loop-in the power supply:

– One camera: with the PoE adapter (MX-NPA-PoE or MX-NPA-Box)

– Multiple cameras: with PoE products conforming to IEEE 802.3af (PoE switch)

• The maximumlength of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable

is 100 m.

• Make sure that you only use switches or routers that support the 10/100 Mbps net

work 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.

Caution

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

of all attached

MxBus modules

must

not exceed 3 W

. When attaching modules to

the MxBus connector

and

the USB socket, the

power consumption of all attached

modules must not exceed 4 W

if the camera is powered by PoE class 3

. If

PoE

class 2

is used,

the camera cannot power any peripheral devices!

For information on changing the PoE class, see Section 2.7.5, «Variable PoE».

2.7.1 Network Cabling for M16 with Patch Cables

Using a patch cable and an MX-Patch-Box or MX-NPA-Box oers the following advantages:

• Quick installation/deinstallation

• No shortening of the cable in the event of multiple installation/removal

• Hose-proof/dust-proof connection in accordance with IP66

Connection of additional

devices with more than

1 W (via MxBus/USB):

Max. ambient tempera-

ture +50 °C/+122 °F

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ConnectingthePatchCabletoanMX-Overvoltage-Protection-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-Overvoltage-Protection-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-NPA-Box

MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

is available at

www.mobotix.com under Product Selector > Accessories >

InterfaceBoxes.

Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the M16 into the network port for standard connections

(only permitted in indoor areas).

If additional cables are required inside the housing, they must be connected as described

in Section 2.2.6, «Connecting a USB Cable» and Section 2.2.7, «Connecting a Two-Wire

MxBus* Cable».

2.7.2 Power Supply Using a Switch

1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of

the PoE adapter.

2. Connect the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet connector

of the switch/router or the Ethernet port.

3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the PC/Power connector

of the PoE adapter.

Patch cable

IP addresses in the

diagram are shown

only as an example

For the M16 you should use

the blue MX-NPA-PoE-Set

or the MX-NPA-Box – pre-

vious MOBOTIX network

power accessories, such

as the NPA-Set, Power-

Box and Power-Rack

(MX-NPA-Set, MX-NPR-4

and MX-NPR8/20) are not

suitable for use with the M16

Switch/router

PoE adapter

(MX-NPA-PoE)

Power supply

LAN/www

(10.16.0.11/255.0.0.0)

Camera

(10.16.0.99)

LAN/Power

PC/Power

Camera

RJ45

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.

3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the LAN/Power connector

of the PoE adapter.

2.7.4 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products

Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to a PoE port of the PoE switch/

router. The switch/router must support the PoE standards IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at.

IP addresses in the

diagram are shown

only as an example

PoE adapter

(MX-NPA-PoE)

Power supply

(10.16.0.11/255.0.0.0)

LAN/Power

PC/Power

Camera

RJ45

Camera

(10.16.0.99)

The PoE adapter repla-

ces the crossover cable

when directly connec-

ting to a computer

For the M16 you should use

the blue MX-NPA-PoE-Set or

the MX-NPA-Box – previous

MOBOTIX network power

accessories, such as the

NPA-Set, Power-Box and

Power-Rack (MX-NPA-Set,

MX-NPR-4 and MX-NPR8/20)

are not suitable for

use with the M16!

Camera

(10.16.0.99)

(10.16.0.11/255.0.0.0)

PoE/PoE+switch/

router

LAN/www

IP addresses in the

diagram are shown

only as an example

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2.7.5 Variable PoE

The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any

peripheral devices connected (see table). PoE classes 2 or 3 may be selected in the browser-

based user interface in order to optimally adjust the camera to your system design (PoE

switch in use, emergency power concept, etc.).

PoEPowerLevelClasses(IEEE802.3afstandard)

Class Max.powerconsumption Camera operating mode and peripheral devices

2 3.84 W–6.49 W

Factory default until soware version 5.0.2.x. Supported

only without dual core usage and without peripheral

devices.

3 6.49 W–12.95 W

Factory default since soware version 5.1.0.x with dual

core usage. Max. 2.5 W for MxBus peripheral devices (for

example, MX-GPS-Box and MX-232-IO-Box on MxBus), max.

4 W for peripheral devices to MxBus and USB interface.

Caution

If the total power consumption of the camera and peripheral devices exceeds the power

provided by the PoE switch for the specied class, the switch can disconnect the camera

from the power supply.

In this case, the camera will only be accessible again once

the peripheral devices have been disconnected from the camera and the camera

has been restarted.

The default setting is usually ne, and nothing needs to be changed. However, the PoE

power class must be changed in the browser if a higher or a lower power class is required

for your application:

1. Select Admin Menu > Network

Setup > Ethernet Interface.

2. Click on Change under Power

Supply.

Follow the instructions in the Power

over Ethernet (PoE) dialog, which

will guide you through the PoE con-

guration steps.

Next, restart the camera: Disconnect

the camera from the power supply.

Then reconnect it, for example, by

disconnecting and then reconnec

ting the Ethernet cable at the PoE

switch.

Variable PoE: Multiple

cameras can be operated

simultaneously from

the same switch

Network and Power Connection

Notes

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3 OPERATING THE CAMERA

3.1 ManualandAutomaticOperation–Overview

MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra soware. Thus, you can set up and operate the

MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems

(such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX

application MxManagementCenter. Follow these steps to set up the camera:

1. Connect the camera to the network.

Power is supplied directly via the Ethernet cable (see Section 2.7, «Network and

Power Connection»)

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

By factory default, MOBOTIX cameras are booting as DHCP client with an additional

xed IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (e.g., 10.16.0.128). Local computer net

works usually have IP addresses in the 172 or 192 ranges. Depending on whether a

DHCP server is present on the local network (e.g., a DSL router) or if the network has

been set up to use xed IP addresses, there are several possibilities for establishing

a connection to the camera and to change its network parameters:

• Network with DHCP server

– Using a browser:

If you know the IP address that the DHCP server assigned to the camera, simply

enter that address in the browser address bar to directly connect to the camera

(see Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser»).

– Using MxManagementCenter:

With MxManagementCenter, you can show and integrate the camera without

having to know its current IP address (see Section 3.2.3, «First Images and

Network Parameter Conguration in MxMC»).

• Network with xed IP addresses

In order to access the camera, it must have an IP address within the range of

the local network. To set the camera’s network parameters, you can use one of

these methods:

– Manually using a browser:

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

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

and following …).

Download the free-of-charge

MxManagementCenter so-

ware at www.mobotix.com

Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview

– Integration into MxManagementCenter with automatic adjustment of the

camera’s IP address:

The camera is displayed in MxManagementCenter despite the fact that the IP

address is not part of the local network. The application allows reconguring the

network parameters accordingly (see Section 3.2.3, «First Images and Network

Parameter Conguration in MxMC»).

3. Congure the camera.

Using the web-based user interface or MxManagementCenter.

Camera soware

in the browser

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3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings

Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the

camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the

network parameters of the camera. If your network is already using an IP address in the

10.x.x.x range with a 255.0.0.0 network mask, you do not need to change the

camera’s network parameters. You can access the camera directly (see Section 3.2.2). If

your network or computer does not use an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (for example,

in the 192 or 172 ranges), you should follow one of the following methods for changing

the camera’s network parameters:

• Manual setup (see Section 3.2.1)

• Automatic setup using MxManagementCenter (see Section 3.2.3)

Note

For the following examples, we will use a camera with the factory address 10.16.0.99.

Replace this IP address with the IP address of your camera. You will nd the IP address

of your camera on a small sticker on the camera. Make sure that the IP addresses used

in the following examples are not already being used by other devices in the network.

Hint:

Briey pressing the L key will prompt the camera to announce its current IP

address on the camera speaker.

3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser

You need a computer that is using a 10.x.x.x IP address in order to manually set up the

network parameters of the MOBOTIX camera. The computer’s network parameters usually

have to be changed for this purpose.

1. Change the network parameters of your computer:

Windows 7:

1. Open Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network

Connections. Clicking Properties opens the dialog

box shown.

2. Double-click Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On the

General tab, activate the Use the following IP address

option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range in

this eld (for example, 10.16.0.11).

Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer

will have the IP address 10.16.0.11.

Entry in "Subnet mask"

eld:

255.0.0.0

First Images and the Most Important Settings

Windows 8.1/10:

1. Open Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network

Connections. Clicking on Properties opens the dialog

box shown.

2. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On

the General tab, activate the Use the following IP

address option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x

range in this eld (for example, 10.16.0.11).

Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer

will have the IP address 10.16.0.11.

Linux/Unix:

1. Open a terminal as root user.

2. Enter the following command: ifconfig eth0:1 10.16.0.11

3. The computer is now also using the IP address 10.16.0.11

Mac OS X:

1. Open

System Properties > Network.

2. Select Ethernet. In the Conguration eld, select

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

10.16.0.11).

Click Apply on the bottom right-hand side of the dialog

box to assign the computer the IP address 10.16.0.11.

2. Set up the target network parameters of the MOBOTIX camera:

Open a web browser on the computer and enter the default IP address of the MOBOTIX

camera in the address bar of the browser (for example, 10.16.0.99). Clicking Enter

displays the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera (see also Section 3.2.2, «First

Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»).

2. Click on the Admin Menu sobutton in the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera.

The Quick Installation starts automatically once the

admin user has logged on.

Entry in ”Subnet mask”

eld: 255.0.0.0

Default user data

User name: admin

password: meinsm

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

Admin Menu > Network Setup > Quick Installation (see also Quick Installation in

the Camera Soware Manual Part 2).

3. Enter the target network parameters of the camera

on the appropriate page of the Quick Installation

assistant.

Note: The network parameters can also be modi

ed retrospectively via Admin Menu > Network

Conguration>QuickInstallation

4. Once you have completed the Quick Installation and rebooted the camera, the

new network parameters will be activated. The camera can now be connected to

the target network and, if required, further congured.

First Images and the Most Important Settings

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.

Aer entering the camera’s IP address in the browser address bar, you will see the live view

of the MOBOTIX camera with its user interface controls, such as sobuttons, buttons for

the dierent camera screens, pull-down menus (Quick Controls), icons for accessing the

online help and the camera status, and status information elements.

Note

Default access data for the administration menu

• User name: admin

• Password: meinsm

(Password must be changed upon rst login – camera soware V5.1.x and higher.)

Sobuttons

Camera views

Quick controls

Camera status and help

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CameraViews:Live,Player,MultiView

The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays

the live screen when it starts up (factory default

setting). You can set a dierent start page in

Admin Menu > Language and Start Page

(for

example, the Guest screen) to allow a restricted

access to the live image.

The other available standard screens include

Player (playback of recorded images and video

sequences) and the MultiView screen (displays

several cameras with live or recorded images).

MultiView allows you to view several cameras

via a “proxy” camera (especially useful if you

want to access your cameras from outside of the

network with reduced bandwidth) and the PDA

mode provides a special screen for mobile

devices.

Note

Click on the icon in the top right corner of the camera's user interface in the browser

to nd further information on the dierent camera screens.

Live view:

http://<camera IP>/

control/userimage.html

Player screen:

http://<camera IP>/

control/player

MultiView screen:

http://<camera IP>/

control/multiview

PDA screen:

http://<camera IP>/pda

PDA event list:

http://<camera IP>/control/

player?eventlist&pda

Guest screen:

http://<camera IP>/cgi-

bin/guestimage.html

First Images and the Most Important Settings

3.2.3 FirstImagesandNetworkParameterCongurationinMxMC

InstallingandStartingMxManagementCenter

Download the current version of MxManagementCenter from the MOBOTIX website

(www.mobotix.com > Support > Download Center > Soware Downloads in the

MxManagementCenter area). Double-click the shortcut for the program or the program le.

Finding Cameras

When starting MxManagementCenter for the rst time, the conguration wizard opens

and automatically starts searching for MOBOTIX cameras. The number of found cameras

is shown next to the Add button. This number is updated automatically if the number of

MOBOTIX cameras on the network has changed (i.e., by connecting new/disconnecting

existing cameras).

Click on Add Devices. The cameras are displayed either in a list or as tiles. Use the List

and Tile buttons to change the display mode.

MxManagementCenter automatically monitors and displays the operating status of all

cameras. Cameras that are not on the same subnet as the computer are indicated by

the

Icon (Camera not in the same network as the computer). Likewise, the cameras

that have an unknown password or for which no user name/password combination has

Download

MxManagementCenter

for free from

www.mobotix.com

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been specied in MxManagementCenter will be displayed with the icon (Camera is

password-protected).

ReconguringNetworkAddressesofCameras

Using Bonjour*, MxManagementCenter nds not only cameras on the same network as

your computer, but also MOBOTIX cameras located in other subnets (status:

). In such

a case, you would not be able to establish any connection to cameras in a dierent net

work or subnet.

This is the case, for example, if you are integrating cameras into a network without DHCP

server (i.e., with xed IP addresses) and the IP address range is dierent from the 10.x.x.x

range supported by the cameras in addition to DHCP.

MxManagementCenter can automatically congure such a camera so that it is ”integrated”

into your existing network. To do so, you have to select the respective camera and then

click on the

button at the bottom of the program window.

The Network Setting dialogue opens.

If you have assigned a xed IP address to your computer, you will certainly prefer to assign

xed IP addresses to the cameras. To do so, enter the IP address and the subnet mask. The

IP address is incremented automatically for each selected camera.

When you click on Apply, the selected cameras are automatically recongured and they

are located in the same subnet as the computer.

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Adding Cameras

Aer a camera has been recongured, it has the status Accessible and can be integrated

into MxManagementCenter.

Select the desired cameras (use Cmd-click to select several cameras). If the cameras are

password-protected

, click on Edit User and Password

and enter the user name

and password.

The number of selected cameras is shown on the Next button

. Move to the next page

and click on Finish.

For more information, see the MxManagementCenterTutorial, which can be downloaded

as a PDF le from the MOBOTIX website: www.mobotix.com > Support > Download

Center > Documentation > Brochures & Guides > Tutorials.

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3.2.4 Boot Options of the Camera

By default, the camera starts as DHCP client and automatically tries to get an IP address

from a DHCP server. To start the camera in a mode dierent from the default mode, you

can activate the boot menu of the camera.

Preparing the Camera

• Disconnect the camera’s power supply.

• Make sure that you have suitable item such as a paper clip at hand,

but never use

sharporpointedobjects!

• Reconnect the power supply of the camera.

Activating the Boot Menu

The red LED lights up 5 to 10 seconds aer establishing the power supply and will stay

on for 10 seconds. Briey press the key by inserting the paper clip into the hole indicated

by the red circle in the gure. The camera enters the boot menu, ready for selecting one

of the boot options.

The LED now ashes once and repeats the ash signal aer pausing for one second (the

number of ashes indicates the current boot option). To go to the next boot option, briey

press the key again (< 1 sec). Aer the last boot option, the camera returns to the rst

option (LED ashes once).

Selecting a Boot Option

Press the paper clip longer (> 2 sec) into the hole. The camera conrms the selection by

ashing rapidly three times. You can now remove the paper clip. Aer 20 sec, the camera

will conrm the selection by playing a sound according to the table above.

If nothing is selected, the camera will resume its normal boot process aer a certain time.

LED default settings:

1 Power (on),

Error (ashes)

2 Recording (ashes)

LED

ashes

Boot

Option

Meaning

Audio

Conrmation*

1 x — This option is not used on this camera model. —

2 x

Factory

Defaults

Starts the camera with factory defaults (factory default IP

address, users and passwords will not be reset).

Boing

3 x

Automatic

IP Address

Starts the camera as DHCP client and tries to obtain an IP

address from a DHCP server. If a DHCP server cannot be found

or no IP address can be obtained, the camera starts with its

factory default address.

Boing Boing

4 x

Recovery

System

Starts the camera with the recovery system, e.g., in order to

recover from a failed update of the camera soware.

Alarm Sound

*Only on cameras with audio option and installed speaker.

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Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings

If you use boot option 2 to load the factory conguration, this conguration is not

automatically saved in the camera’s ash memory. When the camera is next rebooted

without using boot option 2, the last stored conguration will be used. To permanently

store the new conguration in the camera’s ash memory, open Admin Menu > Store.

Note that you can restore specic parts of the camera conguration aerwards by

using “Restore” to re-apply the settings still stored in the camera.

As opposed to resetting the camera using Admin Menu > Reset conguration to

factory defaults, the user information will not be reset if the camera is booted using

the factory settings.

Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP)

If you use boot option 3 to start the camera with an automatic IP address (DHCP),

this is only temporary. The network conguration of the camera can be permanently

set to DHCP (factory setting) under Admin Menu > Ethernet Interface.

Make sure that the network has a functioning DHCP server when starting the camera

with DHCP support. If this is not the case, the camera cannot obtain a valid IP address

and will use its last IP address.

You should also make sure that the cameras always obtain the same IP addresses by

permanently assigning the MAC addresses of the cameras to the desired IP addresses.

Hint:

Briey pressing the L key will prompt the camera to announce its current IP address

on the camera speaker.

Make sure you store

the default network

conguration to the per-

manent ash memory

In case of an error, the cam-

era uses its last IP address

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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.

LoosenthescrewsontheVarioFlexmountusing

the

supplied Allen wrench so that you can easily

turn and tilt the camera.

Display the desired camera section on the com-

puter monitor, then turn and tilt the camera until

you have found the best position and sharp-

ness. Retighten the screws of the VarioFlex

mount to prevent the position of the camera

from changing.

If required, clean the lens using a clean, lint-free

cotton cloth.

Correcting the Image Horizon (For B016 Sensor

Module Only)

The M16 with hemispheric B016 sensor module

allows the correction of an uneven image horizon

via OnScreen Control that was possibly caused by

the installation position. The image horizon is turned

by up to 30 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise

and can be optically restraightened by clicking the

icons (see image).

-30°

+30°

Section 3.4 provides more

details and information

on the functionality of

the OnScreen Control

Correcting the image

horizon:

Rotate image to the le

Rotate image to the right

+/- 30°

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3.3.2 AdjustingLensFocus(B119/B237Only)

Once the camera has been installed, the B119 and B237 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 M16 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).

Procedure

1. Position the blue lens wrench on the notches of

the sensor module. Rotate the wrench tothele

until you feel a stop (max. 300°) and then a little bit

further until the protective glass lens slides out of

the sensor module.

2. Adjust the image sharpness according to the

camera’s live image on the computer monitor. To

do so, position the black module wrench (with the

ring-pattern side) on the lens and carefully rotate

to the right or le.

Do not turn the lens too far or

with force to avoid damaging the image sensor.

3. If required, clean the inside of the protective glass

lens using a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.

4. Place the protective glass lens on the notches of

the blue lens wrench.

Position the protective glass lens with its clips over

the two receptacles on the sensor module (red arrow

on the image in the margin) and rmly press onto

the sensor module. Rotate the glass to the right

using the blue lens wrench until you feel a stop.

6. If required, clean the outside of the protective glass lens using a clean, lint-free cot

ton cloth.

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3.3.3 Inserting a Filter

MOBOTIX oers a polarization lter in its range of accessory products for all sensor modu-

les (except the B016). The polarization lter prevents unwanted reections from smooth

surfaces. The lter can be used to provide better facial recognition of the people behind

the windshield of a car, for example. Only one lter can be used per sensor module, which

then replaces the standard protective glass lens.

Procedure

Position the blue lens wrench on the notches of the

protective glass lens. Rotate the wrench tothele

until you feel a stop (max. 300°) and then a little bit

further until the protective glass lens slides out of

the sensor module.

If required, clean the inside of the lter using a clean,

lint-free cotton cloth.

3. Place the lter on the notches of the blue lens

wrench.

Position the lter with its clips over the two recepta-

cles on the sensor module (red arrow on the image

in the margin) and rmly press onto the sensor

module. Rotate the glass to the right using the

blue lens wrench until you feel a stop.

5. Adjust the polarizationlter according to the camera’s live image on the computer

monitor. Rotate the lter to the le using the blue lens wrench until you reach the

desired setting (maximum 180°).

6. To readjust the polarization lter, rotate it back to the right until you feel a stop

and repeat step 4.

7. If required, clean the outside of the lter using a clean, lint-free cotton cloth.

Note

Note that using the polarizationlter reduces the amount of light that enters the lens

by approximately 50 %.

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3.3.4 Replacing the Dome Against the Sealing Ring (B016 Only)

For special scenarios with hemispheric sensor modules,

e.g., if light entering from the side creates reections 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.

Caution

In order to avoid burns by the hot lens, the sealing ring must not be installed if

the sensor module is within the reach of persons!

Procedure

1. Insert the blue lens wrench into the notches of the

dome. Rotate the wrench tothele until you feel

a stop (max. 300°) and then a little bit further until

the dome slides out of the sensor module. When

doing this, make sure that the dome does not get

stuck in the sensor module housing.

2. Turn the wrench over, insert the two notches into

the slots of the lens’ metal ring and unscrew the lens

until you can remove it from the sensor module.

3. Insert the lens into the sealing ring as shown.

4. Fully insert the lens into the sealing by pressing

rmly on two sides of the lens, until the metal rim

of the lens is on the same level as the sealing.

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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 le and to the right.

Do not turn the lens too

far or with force to avoid damaging the image

sensor!

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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.

Operation Using the Mouse and Scroll Wheel

The vPTZ function of the M16 can be controlled in the browser using the mouse. This

position becomes the new image center by clicking any position on the image displayed

on the monitor. The image moves accordingly and the image distortion is automatically

corrected. The scroll wheel can be used to control the zoom function. This functionality

is disabled in the default settings of the camera and must therefore rst be activated. To

do so, go to

Setup Menu > vPTZ Settings

, disable LockMouseWheelZoom, click Set

and then Close to save your settings. You can now use the scroll wheel to zoom + (scroll

forwards) or zoom - (scroll backwards).

Greater ease of use

through a joystick

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Operation Using USB Joystick

A standard USB joystick can drastically improve vPTZ operation for the user – in the browser

and in MxManagementCenter. Please rst install the joystick on the computer according

to the manufacturer’s instructions.

In order to use a USB joystick in the browser, make sure that you have a PC with a Windows

operating system and the latest version of Internet Explorer and that the

“ActiveX” mode

in the camera soware (browser) is activated:

• Select Browser in the Quick

Control.

• In the dropdown to the right of

to Browser, select the ActiveX

option. The USB joystick can

then be used until the browser

is closed.

• If you want to store this setting

permanently, open Admin

Menu > Language and Start

Page and in Page Options >

Operating Mode, select

ActiveX.

• If you want to store the current

settings permanently, click on

Set and Close at the bottom of

the dialog and approve storing

the settings when prompted.

• The joystick can now be used.

Notes

You will nd more information and details on vPTZ in the Camera Online Help or in

the MxManagementCenter Tutorial on www.mobotix.com, Support > Download

Center > Documentation > Brochures & Guides > Tutorials.

The latest versions of all the manuals are available for download from the MOBOTIX

website www.mobotix.com under Support > Download Center > Documentation >

Manuals.

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3.4.2 Full Image Recording

It is possible to record a full image, regardless of the live image stream that is being dis-

played. 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 specic detail.

This means that you can use the vPTZ features in VGA image size to pan, tilt and zoom in

the live image while the camera is, for example, recording full images at 1 fps in MEGA or

6MP image size.

In MxManagementCenter, the recorded full images may be prepared for the user with the

vPTZ functions (for example, panning and zooming in on an image detail such as a doorway).

If full image recording is not activated, only the last displayed live image will be saved (save

what is seen). The mainbenet of live image storage is to ensure that the full power of the

camera processor is used for live image correction and maximum frame rates. The main

advantage of full image recording lies in the special functionality of the M16, in that it can

always maintain availability of a maximum size (full) image for later investigation, despite

vPTZ actions carried out on the live image. The mechanical limitations of motor-driven PTZ

cameras mean that they simply cannot provide this unique advantage to the user!

Notes

Post-event search in the full image: If you are using full image recording on M16 cameras,

you should use at least MEGA image size when storing. This will facilitate later searches in

MxManagementCenter. The advanced distortion correction features require this function

to deliver satisfactory image quality.

Full image recording on: Due to the increased processing time, full image recording

reduces the data rate of the live image stream, which may drop by around 10 to 30 per

cent. We therefore recommend reducing the frame rate for storage as much as possible

to aect the live image stream as little as possible.

Fullimagerecordingo: The event that triggered a video motion (VideoMotion, VM)

window may not be in the recorded sequences because the window was not displayed

at the time.

Stored full image:

Original camera image

without distortion or

image correction

Live image Stored Full Image Analysis in stored full image

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Activate/Deactivate Full Image Recording in the Browser

To congure this feature, open the Setup Menu > Event Control > Recording dialog box

and activate or deactivate the Full Image Recording option.

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3.4.3 SpecialM16CongurationintheBrowser

M16andDierentSensorModules

A range of combination options are provided that change

the available display modes and conguration possibilities

by using the MOBOTIX M16 with dierent sensor modules.

Because of this, a M16 automatically detects which sensor

modules are installed and proceeds as follows:

•

When the camera is started for the rst time, it detects

the connected sensor modules and captures their

data (focal length, day or night version).

• If only one sensor module is connected, the camera

acts as a mono camera (meaning that there is no

automatic day/night switching, etc.).

• If there is no change within the rst 12 hours of ope

ration, the camera writes the details of these sensor

modules to the camera conguration.

•

With every restart, the camera checks if the stored sen-

sor modules are present. If the sensor conguration

has changed in the meantime (e.g., because a sensor module has been exchanged),

the camera shows a corresponding message in the live image

. To store the changed

sensor conguration in the camera, proceed as described at the end of Section 3.4.3,

«Special M16 Conguration in the Browser».

CongurationoftheM16BasicParametersforHemisphericSensorModules

Thanks to its hemispherical lens, the MOBOTIX M16 provides certain

special conguration options for the image settings. Depending on

where the camera is installed (ceiling, wall or

oor) and on the live image display preferred

by the user, certain important basic settings and,

if necessary, their adjustment must be congured

when a M16 is rst installed.

Sensor module B016* Sensor modules B036*, B041*,

B061*, B079*, B119*, B237*

Sensor module B500*

*For an explanation of

the sensor module des-

ignations (e.g., B016),

please read Section 1.2.1,

«M16 Lens Options»

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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, pro

ceed as follows:

–

One sensor module:

Proceed with step 2.

–

Two sensor modules:

In this case, the remaining steps need to be executed

separately for each sensor module. Specify each sensor module’s installation

position separately in the Installation (right) and Installation (le) Quick Control

elds for the right and le sensor module (i.e., camera image), respectively. If

you need to use the OnScreen Control (see next section), click into the corres

ponding sub image when viewing a dual image or show the image of only one

sensor module.

Selectinstallationpositionwall/ceiling/oor: Click Installation in the Quick Control

panel and then select Wall, Ceiling or Floor according to the installation position

of the camera. Ceiling always means that the orientation of the camera or sensor

module is from

top to bottom

and for Floor, the camera or sensor module’s orien-

tation is from

bottom to top

As a result, you will get a perspective-corrected panorama view for each image

sensor matching the specied installation position. Panorama view is congured

as the factory setting and it can be changed as described below.

3. Switch to the Display Mode Quick Control.

Set the mode that you want to be the standard view. For demonstration purposes,

the descriptions below describe the typical display mode for the wall mount and

the ceiling mount, Panorama and Surround respectively. Every other display mode

can be operated in the same way.

Leandrightcamera

images from two sensor

modules (M16)

L R

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Wall-Mounted: Setting and Correcting the Standard View “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 conguration is complete. To change the image section

to meet your specic expectations, continue with step 2.

Note

The currently visible image section may dier from the desired image section due

to the installation position or any accessories in use, for example. However, it is not

necessary to physically move the camera, as in this case the browser alone can be

used to adjust the visible panorama image by zooming, panning and tilting. Tilted

vertical lines may also be optically straightened to the image edges using the pan

orama correction function. These tilted lines are primarily caused if the camera or

sensor module is tilted (for example, due to mounting with 15° wedges) or if the

image tilt is modied.

Camera live image with

panorama correction

High-resolution 180° panorama

Camera live image

withoutMOBOTIX pan-

orama correction with

Quick Controls visible

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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 congure. This applies to all overview display modes, that is, also to

Panorama/Focus, Double Panorama and Surround.

3. A new icon for processing the panorama image appears in the top le corner of

the camera image. Enlarge the image by clicking the icon once (OnScreen Control

appears).

4. Using the OnScreen Control visible in the live camera image, you can now change

the displayed live camera image as desired (panning, tilting, zooming, rotating

and panorama correction). See gure on the right. When doing so, the vPTZ func

tion using the mouse or joystick is deactivated. In case of a M16 with two sensor

modules, click the corresponding camera image (right/le) to edit it (highlighted

with a yellow frame).

5. Aer you have modied the desired setting, close the control panel (“x” in the top

le hand corner).

6. Click the lock icon again to close it (lock clasp is down). The panorama image

setting is then locked until the camera is next restarted.

Lock open

Click the icon

Camera live image with

panorama correction with

OnScreen Control visible

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Caution

To permanently save the standard image setting dened for the M16, go to the Store

CompleteConguration option in the Manage Settings Quick Control. The settings

will then remain in eect, even aer rebooting.

Functions of the M16’s OnScreen Control

To use the OnScreen Control, click the arrows in the top area for shiing the image section.

In the bottom areas, which are displayed when needed, click to the le and/or right of

the center point.

The same applies to every area: The further away that you click from an area’s center

point,thegreaterthechangetriggered. To reset an area, click its center point again.

During panorama correction, clicking between the two trapezoid symbols straightens the

le or right tilting lines, which are best visible at the edges of the image section.

Image tilt correction

Panorama correction

Zoom

Tilt down

Start panning to the right

Tilt up

Default setting

Start panning to the le

Depending on the installa-

tion position (ceiling, wall,

oor), panorama correction

and image tilt correction

may not be available

Bring columns together at

the top (necessary to correct

the example on the le)

Bring columns together

at the bottom

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Ceiling-Mounted:SetNorth(User-DenedNorthDirection)

Once a sensor module (M16) or entire camera (M16) 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. It serves as a reference for the

North direction in the Surround and Double Panorama display modes (the Ceiling option

was already selected in the Installation Type Quick Control).

In the case of a double image, click the corresponding sensor module (camera image)

and select the Normal option from the Display Mode Quick Control.

2. Rotate the live image in the desired direction using the mouse or a joystick con

nected to the computer.

vPTZ

For vPTZ use and the

conguration of a USB

joystick, see Section 3.4.1

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3. In the Installation Quick Control, select the Set North option.

4. Store the desired North direction permanently by rst 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.

Caution: No OnScreen

Control is available in

"Double Panorama" mode

East

South

North

West

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In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the option Surround or Double Panorama.

You can ne-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.; see below), the OnScreen Control on the

side can be used to adapt it (open lock, click subview, adapt view, click next subview,

adapt view and close lock again).

Camera Images and Subviews of Camera Images

The M16’s ability to operate multiple sensor modules means that in double image display,

the live image’s

camera images

(le, right) can be used for diering display modes. Depending

on the display mode selected for each camera image, this may be divided into

subviews

When you click inside one of the subviews, this area is highlighted with a yellow frame. All

of the PTZ actions triggered by the mouse, joystick or OnScreen Control now only apply

to the highlighted subview.

Lecameraimagewiththreesubviews

Panorama/Focus

display mode

(forexample,Cam1sensormodule)

Right-side camera image with a partial view

Full image

display mode

(forexample,Cam2sensormodule)

2 3

Foursubviews,

subview 1 highlighted (yellow frame)

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SensorConguration(OnlywithTwoSensorModules)

Sensor conguration species which sensor module is connected to which of the camera’s

connections (Cam1 or Cam2), and in which camera image (le/right) the sensor module

is to appear for the dual image display. Open the corresponding dialog box here: Admin

Menu > Sensor Conguration.

You should also open the Sensor Conguration dialog box in the following cases:

•

Swapping the displayed camera images

: You wish to display the le camera image

on the right (and vice versa) without having to replug the sensor module cables on

the camera itself.

•

Replacement of sensor modules

: In this case, the M16 detects aer startup that the

sensor modules have been replaced and indicates this through an alert superimpo-

sed on the live image as well as through a system message (Admin Menu > System

Messages; see Section 3.4.3, «Special M16 Conguration in the Browser».

• Adding/switching on sensor modules: This is where you can re-enable deactivated

modules.

•

Removing/switching o sensor modules

: This is where you can deactivate any

connected modules if needed.

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3.5 MicroSD Card Recording

3.5.1 Introduction

Flash-based storage devices (MicroSD cards, USB sticks and solid-state

drives) do not contain any moving parts as compared to the com-

monly used hard drives. Flash-based storage devices are compact and

highly resistant to moisture and vibrations. They feature low energy

consumption and they do not lose any data in the event of a power

failure, meaning that they are ideal for use with MOBOTIX cameras.

Number of Write/Delete Cycles Per Flash Storage Cell

The number of write/delete cycles of every storage cell of a ash

device is limited. The controller of the ash device automatically

detects individual ash cells that are no longer functioning. The contents of the faulty

cell will then be rebuilt using a checksum and will be moved to a properly working spare

cell. The faulty storage cell will be marked as “bad” and will no longer be used. No data

is lost in this process.

In addition, MOBOTIX cameras constantly monitor activated ash storage devices. MOBOTIX

has developed a technology to test the wear of the ash device by logging the number of

write/delete cycles (patent pending). The ash memory wear is automatically displayed in

the status bar in the live camera image but it can also be viewed at any time in the Admin

Menu > Camera Status dialog box.

ConservativeMemoryUsageThankstoMOBOTIXMxFFSFileSystem

MxFFS formatting of the MicroSD card means that the MOBOTIX camera soware will use

the ash device as evenly as possible, thus allowing for the maximum possible number

of write/delete cycles. This also means that all storage cells of the ash device will be

written and deleted with the same frequency, if possible. MOBOTIX technology increases

the life of the ash device considerably and also improves the security and the reliability

of the storage process.

StorageRequirementsandLifeExpectancyofMicroSDCards

The life expectancy of a MicroSD card increases proportionally to the storage capacity,

since the camera soware will execute fewer write/delete cycles on each storage cell.

The rst deletion will begin once the SD card has been lled to capacity (rst full cycle).

More robust than hard

drives: Flash drives

for recordings

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32GBMicroSDCard:StorageRequirements

6 fps CIF 6 fps VGA 1 fps MEGA 1 fps QXGA

M-JPEG M-JPEG MxPEG M-JPEG M-JPEG

File size single image 15 kB 45 kB – 120 kB 240 kB

Storage required per

second

90 kB 270 kB 75 kB 120 kB 240 kB

Storage required per 24

hours

7.8 GB 23.5 GB 6.5 GB 10.4 GB 20.8 GB

Time for one full cycle 4 days 1.3 days 4.8 days 3 days 1.5 days

4 GB MicroSD Card: Storage Requirements

6 fps CIF 6 fps VGA 1 fps MEGA 1 fps QXGA

M-JPEG M-JPEG MxPEG M-JPEG M-JPEG

File size single image 15 kB 45 kB – 120 kB 240 kB

Storage required per

second

90 kB 270 kB 75 kB 120 kB 240 kB

Storage required per 24

hours

7.8 GB 23.5 GB 6.5 GB 10.4 GB 20.8 GB

Time for one full cycle 12 hours 4 hours 14.4 hours 9.2 hours 4.4 hours

Caution

The MicroSD card's service life depends on production quality and frequency of use.

Set the type of recording (event-controlled or continuous recording, frame rate, image

size) according to your specic requirements.

We recommend changing the pre-installed, high-quality MicroSD card once a year

if you have it constantly set to continuous recording.

Monitoring the Cell Wear of Flash Storage Devices (Patent Pending)

MOBOTIX uses its own technology for this pur

pose and has a pending patent. You can view the

ash wear in the status bar of the live image or

by opening Admin Menu > Camera Status. In

addition, the camera can also send a warning

message (for example, via e-mail) as soon as a

critical error is detected when data is written to

the SD card (Admin Menu > Error Notication

Function). The MicroSD card can then be repla-

ced to ensure that any existing data is not lost.

All specications are based

on calculated averages

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3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card

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. Make sure that there is a MicroSD card in the card slot of the MOBOTIX camera.

2. Click Format in the SD Memory Card

line.

3. Note down the characters shown in the

Encryption password eld or enter your

own password. Next, click OK.

Note: The Securedeletion–Slow option

will ensure that any data on the MicroSD

card is overwritten completely so that the

data cannot be recovered in any way.

However, keep in mind that this kind of

safe formatting takes considerably more

time.

4. In the next dialog box, enter the user

name and the password of a user of the

admins group and click OK to conrm.

The MOBOTIX camera now starts format-

ting the card. It takes 5 to 12 minutes to

format an 8 GB MicroSD card if the Secure

deletion – Slow option is disabled. If

Securedeletion–Slow is enabled, this

may take anywhere between 3 and 14

hours.

Once the formatting has been completed, you can activate the MicroSD card for recording

(see next section).

Caution

Make sure that you always wait until the formatting process has been completed

before accessing the camera again. If the Securedeletion–Slow option is disabled,

this usually takes just a few minutes. You can only access the MicroSD card once

MxFFS formatting has been completed.

Formatting with the Securedeletion–Slow option enabled takes several hours. You

can also use suitable applications on Windows, Linux/UNIX and Mac OS X systems

to repartition and safely erase the MicroSD card.

Format SD card:

Admin Menu > Storage

onExternalFileServer/

Flash Device

The Secure deletion – Slow

option takes several hours.

You can also use suitable

applications on Windows,

Linux/UNIX and Mac OS X

systems to repartition and

safely erase the SD card.

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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 conguration.

5. Reboot the MOBOTIX camera (Admin Menu > Reboot Camera).

Once the camera has rebooted, make sure that the camera displays the FR REC symbol

in its live image. If this is the case, the camera uses the MicroSD card as recording target.

If not, you must activate the recording (see below).

Activating the Recording

If the FR REC symbol is not visible in the live image aer rebooting, you need to activate

the recording using one of the following methods:

•

In the web browser:

Automatic activation by clicking on the Arm & Record sobut-

ton. Conrm this in the Easy Dialog by clicking on the Yes button.

•

In the web browser:

Manual activation via the Quick Control Recording > Recording

On or in Setup Menu > Recording.

Encryption and Authentication

All video data stored on the MicroSD card is encrypted to ensure security at all times. The

password for this is dened during the card’s formatting procedure and needs to be entered

for authentication whenever the recordings are accessed (see next section).

Activate recording: Admin

Menu>StorageonExternal

File Server/Flash Device

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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 soware.

• InMxManagementCenter: Play back the recorded video sequences with audio by

accessing the MicroSD card in the MOBOTIX camera via the camera or with a direct

access to the MicroSD card via a card reader connected to the computer (coming soon).

Caution

When using the MicroSD card from one MOBOTIX camera in another MOBOTIX

camera, you need to make sure that the time on the original camera is in sync with

the new camera. We recommend using automatic time synchronization via a time

server (Admin Menu > Date and Time).

3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording

Follow these steps to deactivate recording to a MicroSD card (Admin Menu > Storage on

External File Server / Flash Device):

1. Activate the None option.

2. Click on the Set button at the bottom of the dialog box and then Close.

3. Reboot the MOBOTIX camera (Admin Menu > Reboot Camera).

Once the camera has rebooted, make sure that the symbol FR REC is no longer visible in

the bottom right-hand corner of the live image.

4. You can now safely remove the MicroSD card from the camera (see Section 2.6,

«Replacing the MicroSD Card»).

Caution

A MicroSDcardmayonlyberemovedfromthecameraaeryouhavedeactivated

the recording to MicroSD card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead

to data loss!

Removing connected ash storage devices from the camera without properly deac

tivating 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.

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3.5.6 UsingaMicroSDCardinaDierentMOBOTIXCamera

A MicroSD card containing recorded data from a MOBOTIX camera can be inserted into

any MicroSD card-enabled MOBOTIX camera. Once MicroSD card recording has been

activated (requires a reboot), the “new” MOBOTIX camera automatically synchronizes

with the card and resumes recording. No data is lost in this process. Make sure that you

deactivate MicroSD card recording before removing the card from a MOBOTIX camera and

then reboot the camera.

If the MicroSD card’s contents are encrypted, you need to enter the same password in

the “new” camera in the Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server / Flash Device

dialog box. Otherwise, the camera cannot access the MicroSD card.

3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media

MOBOTIX will not assume any responsibility for ash storage devices (for example, MicroSD

cards or connected USB storage devices) delivered with or integrated into MOBOTIX cameras.

The same applies to damage to ash storage devices or damage resulting from the use of

devices that are not supplied by MOBOTIX.

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3.6 CongurationintheBrowser

3.6.1 Overview

A MOBOTIX camera can be completely congured 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 conguration via HTTP commands using programs and scripts of

the embedded soware. The settings are stored in the camera’s ash memory.

This section contains an overview of the general browser settings of the MOBOTIX camera,

as well as further conguration options. Detailed information on the soware functions

is provided in the camera’s online help.

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Basic Settings

• Administering the camera: You can modify the camera conguration in the Admin

Menu or the Setup Menu.

– Admin Menu: This menu contains the basic conguration dialog boxes of the

camera (for example, passwords, interfaces, soware updates).

– Setup Menu: This menu contains the dialog boxes for conguring the image,

event and recording parameters. Some of these settings can be changed using

the corresponding Quick Controls in the live view.

• Resetting changes: If you would like to reset some larger changes in one dialog box

without resetting the complete conguration, you can use the Default button at the

bottom of the dialog box to reset only this dialog box’s settings to the factory set

tings. If you would like to reset all image settings, you can do so using the Manage

Settings > Restore Image Settings Quick Control in the live image of the camera.

• Storing changes permanently: Once you have nished conguring the camera, you

should always store the settings in the camera’s permanent memory. You can do

so in each dialog box (clicking on the Set button at the bottom of each dialog box

will temporarily implement the change; when you click Close, you will be asked

to store the complete conguration in the camera’s permanent memory) or in the

Admin Menu (Admin Menu > Store current conguration into ash memory).

The Conguration section of the Admin Menu provides more functions for storing,

copying and managing camera settings. For more information on this topic, refer to

the online help for the specic dialog boxes.

• Time tasks and time synchronization: Apart from a multitude of possibilities for

controlling the camera using time (time tables, holiday and vacation, scheduled

tasks, etc.), the camera can also synchronize its internal clock. This allows you to

manually synchronize the camera with a computer or automatically using a time

server or another MOBOTIX camera. The camera can use either NTP servers or Time

Protocol servers. For more information on this topic, refer to the online help for the

specic dialog boxes.

• The “More” and “Less” buttons: When opening some of the camera dialog boxes,

the camera only shows the most important parameters. These dialog boxes have a

More button in the bottom right-hand corner. Click it to display additional options.

If all options are displayed, click on the Less button to hide the additional options.

User name: admin

password: meinsm

Make sure to permanently

store changed parameters

Automatic time synchroni-

zation using a time server

More: Display advan-

ced features

Less: Hide advan-

ced features

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3.6.2 General Browser Settings

• Run the Quick Installation: Aer booting the MOBOTIX camera for the rst 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.

•

Disable public access: Guest users are only allowed to access the Guest screen of the

camera without entering a password. If this is not required, you should deactivate public

access (Admin Menu > Quick Installation or Admin Menu > Users and Passwords).

• Add users and assign access rights: You can add users and user groups and assign

the desired rights (Admin Menu > Users and Passwords, Admin Menu > Group

Access Control Lists (ACL)), similar to a computer operating system. This approach

allows individual access rights to be assigned or denied to camera-specic features

based on the user groups.

• Deactivate the automatic reboot: In its factory state, every MOBOTIX camera will

automatically reboot every morning at 3:36 a.m. All images in the camera’s storage

buer will be deleted during this reboot. Images stored on external le servers, internal

ash storage, or SD cards will NOT be aected by this reboot. Make sure that you

deactivate the automatic reboot if this is not desired (Admin Menu > Time Tasks).

•

Optimize the image settings: The factory image settings of MOBOTIX cameras deliver

excellent images for most application scenarios and should not be changed. If you

do wish to make changes, your changes should be minor and gradual. You should,

however, set an image program according to the application scenario of the camera.

Image programs provide a quick and simple method for adjusting the camera to the

application scenario as they perform several conguration steps at once (Image

Programs Quick Control).

• Set the image size of the live image: By factory default, all MOBOTIX cameras are

delivered with an image size of 1280x960 pixels (MEGA). You can select the desired

image size using the Image Size Quick Control.

• Adjusttheexposure: The automatic exposure control of the MOBOTIX camera uses

individually congurable windows to determine the best image exposure. Open the

Exposure Control Quick Control and select a predened set of exposure windows.

If required, you can also dene custom exposure windows (Setup Menu > Exposure

Settings).

•

Activate event control and recording: By factory default, the MOBOTIX camera’s event

control is disabled. Click on the Arm & Record button to activate event control. This

will activate motion detection and recording. Cameras with integrated ash memory

(SD card) will use the ash memory by default to store the image and video data

(recording target). If desired, you can set additional events and adjust the settings of

the recording and storage parameters (Setup Menu > Event Settings, Setup Menu >

Recording and Admin Menu > Recording to External File Server/Flash Device).

•

Set up actions/messaging: Upon detecting an event, the MOBOTIX camera can trigger

alarms. These alarms can be adjusted to your needs and you can assign them to one or

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more events: playing back an alarm sound on the camera speaker, showing the visual

alarm in the camera live image, sending an e-mail or IP Notify with the alarm image,

placing a phone call, uploading an alarm image to an FTP server, switching a signal

output line of the camera (for example, for switching on the lights/opening a door).

For the settings, see Setup Menu > Action Group Overview. The actions to be per

formed are dened and used in these action groups in the form of “action proles.”

The dierent action proles can also be dened in the following areas: Admin Menu

in the Hardware Conguration (proles for signal output), Transfer Proles (FTP,

e-mail, IP Notify) and Sound and VoIP Telephony (sound proles, VoIP proles). For

more information, refer to the online help for the Action Group Overview dialog box.

•

Activate shock detector: The M16 is also equipped with a shock detector as standard.

If, for example, the camera’s housing receives a blow, it automatically registers it and

sends a notication via an IP Notify or telephone call. A general advantage is that

MOBOTIX cameras are extremely tough, not least because of the absence of mecha

nical moving parts. This typically allows them to stay fully operational, in particular,

when they are subject to strong vibrations. Open the Setup Menu > Event Control >

Environment Events > Edit dialog box if you would like to activate the shock detector

(and any other sensors).

3.6.3 ConguringtheM16-Thermal(-TR)intheBrowser

Modifying the Display Options of the Thermal Image Sensor

By factory default, the color palette for displaying the thermal image sensor has been set

Grayscale

and the palette is shown at the bottom of the image. In order to change the

display of the thermal sensor, open the Setup Menu > Thermal Sensor Settings dialog

in the browser, select a dierent palette in the Color Palette dropdown and click on Set.

Use the Show Color Palette option to control whether or not the palette is shown at the

bottom of the image. See the

Thermal Sensor Settings

help page for further information

on the available options.

Events Used by Thermal Image Sensors (Non-TR)

Only the Video Motion and MxActivitySensor events are available for the thermal image

sensor. These events can be congured in the Setup Menu > Event Overview dialog

in the Image Analysis Events and Environment Events section. Starting with soware

release V4.3.4.66, this includes the ability to measure temperatures using the

Thermal

Spotmeter

in the image center (four pixels) and trigger events if the temperature exceeds

or drops below the specied value. By design it is not possible to recognize illumination

events on the thermal sensor. For the same reason, there aren’t any exposure settings for

this type of image sensor.

ExtendedFeaturesforCameraswithThermalRadiometry(-TR)

Thermal sensors with

TR technology

(

TR = Thermal Radiometry

) can measure temperature

values in the entire image area and can trigger events. For this purpose, the environment

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events now include the Thermal Radiometry event type, which can be used to trigger

alarms if specic temperature changes in the image are detected.

Using this event type, you can create up to 20 event proles, each dening a measurement

window within the image area. For every measurement window, you can set a minimum

range and a trigger value and you can decide if the event should trigger if the temperature

exceeds or drops below the specied value. The minimum range sets the number of pixels

in the measurement window, which need to have a higher or lower temperature than the

trigger value in order to trigger an event. To congure the new event type,. open the Setup

Menu > Event Control > Event Overview dialog in the Environment Events section.

Notes

• You can only use events of the type Thermal Radiometry if the sensor is running

linear mode

. To use this mode, open Setup Menu > Image Settings > Thermal

Sensor Settings and activate the Linear Mode option. Note that this has already

been set for sensors with TR technology as factory default.

• If you want to use MxActivitySensor on sensors with TR technology, it is recom

mended to set the value range of the measured temperatures in the Setup Menu >

Image Settings > Thermal Sensor Settings dialog to

Small (high sensitivity)

Important Notes on Temperature Measurement

The temperatures of objects in the image measured by thermal sensors is strongly

inuenced by the following factors (among others):

• Surface texture and color of the objects

• Distance between objects and the sensor

• Atmosphere between objects and the sensor

Depending on the distance and the scene, dierent temperature values for the same

object can be observed. In order to determine the proper trigger value, you can use the

new variables $(SEN.TTR.CELSIUS) and $(SEN.TTR.FAHRENHEIT) (see

Using

Variables

in the camera’s online help).

For further information on conguring and using thermal sensors, please see the online

help of the camera in the Setup Menu section under

Thermal Sensor Settings

and

Events

based on environment measurements

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3.7 Additional Notes

3.7.1 Operation with Only One Sensor Module

If the MOBOTIX M16 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 M16 Complete Cameras)»).

3.7.2 Password for the Admin Menu

Accessing the Admin Menu of the camera (the Admin Menu sobutton) is only possible

aer entering a user name and password.

• Factory default user name is admin.

• Factory default password is meinsm.

(Password must be changed upon rst login – camera soware V5.1.x and higher.)

The Quick Installation assistant automatically appears when the Admin Menu is accessed

for the rst time. It provides an easy method to adjust the basic camera settings to the

current application scenario. For security reasons, we highly recommend changing the

default administrator password aer the camera has been properly congured.

Enter the user name and password exactly as shown above. Note that all entries are case-

sensitive.

Caution

Make sure that you store information on user names and passwords in a secure

place. If you lose the administrator password and cannot access the administration

menu, the password can only be reset at the factory. This service is subject to a fee!

3.7.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone

Deactivating a camera’s microphone may be necessary in order to protect the privacy of

persons at a workplace or for other reasons. You can permanently and irreversibly deac

tivate the microphone in the Admin Menu > Loudspeaker and Microphone dialog box.

Caution

This deactivation occurs in the camera module itself and cannot be reversed, even

at the factory. Deactivating the microphone will also deactivate all functions that

are making use of the microphone.

Blind module

The microphone can be

irreversibly deactivated!

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3.7.4 Using the Boot Options of the Camera

•

To reset the camera to factory settings and to use the factory IP address, please use

boot option 2 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Boot Options of the Camera».

• To start the camera as a DHCP client and to automatically obtain an IP address,

please use boot option 3 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Boot Options of the Camera».

Note

All dened users are deleted and the admin password is reset to the factory default when

you reset the camera using Admin Menu > Reset. Use boot option 3 as described in

Section 3.2.4, «Boot Options of the Camera» if you would like to maintain the existing users.

3.7.5 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection

In its default conguration, the camera’s event control and video motion detection features

are not enabled. In order to activate event-controlled recording, open Setup Menu > General

Event Settings and activate the Arming switch. Another method is to click on the Arm &

Record sobutton in the browser’s user interface. The camera displays the motion detec

tion window in the live image (dotted frame in the center) and the camera automatically

stores images as soon as the motion detection window detects movements.

3.7.6 DeactivatingTextandLogoOptions

As camera arming is deactivated in the camera’s default conguration (see preceding

section), the MOBOTIX camera only displays the text www.mobotix.com, the time stamp

and the MOBOTIX logo at the top of the image. Once the camera arming has been acti-

vated, the text at the bottom of the live image (event, action, messaging and recording

symbols) will also appear.

You can deactivate the status bar at the bottom of the live image and the text bar in the

top le-hand corner by setting Text Display in the Setup Menu > Text & Display Settings

dialog box to O. Setting Text Display to Date and Time will only display the time stamp

in the live image. To hide the logo in the live image, open Admin Menu > Logo Proles

and set Logo Display to Deactivated.

If the dotted rectangle in

the live image is visible,

the camera is armed

Text and logos can be

also deactivated or indi-

vidually congured

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3.7.7 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 inuences (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. If desired, you can deactivate the automatic reboot

of the camera in the Admin Menu > Time Tasks dialog box.

3.7.8 Browser

Current Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome, Opera,

etc.) with enabled JavaScript can display the camera’s live images with their standard settings.

3.7.9 Cleaning the Camera and Lens

If the lens becomes dirty during the installation process, clean the lens using a lint-free cotton

cloth. Make sure that the lens is still in focus aer cleaning and adjust its focus if required.

CleaningDomes,LensesandFilters

• Always mount and unmount the dome using the blue lens wrench (M.6) in order to

protect it from being scratched and from getting dirty.

• Use the wide side of the black module wrench (M.7) for mounting/unmounting lens

protection covers/lters. The slim side of the wrench is used to adjust the focal length

(sharpness) of all lenses (except B016).

• You should clean the dome at regular intervals. Always use a so, lint-free cotton

cloth for this purpose.

• If the dirt is more persistent, add a mild alcohol-free detergent without abrasive

particles.

• Make sure you instruct cleaning personnel on how to clean the camera.

M.6

M.7

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3.7.10Legal Notes

Attention–SpecialExportLaws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ic 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 coun

tries 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 must 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 protection

regulations for video and sound monitoring when using MOBOTIX products. Depending on

national laws and the installation location of the M16, 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 applicable regulations

and to comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is not liable for any illegal use of its products.

3.7.11Safety Warnings

Notes on Installing:

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

• Make sure that you install this product as outlined in Chapter 2, «Installation» of the

corresponding manual. A faulty installation can damage the camera!

• When installing this product, make sure that you are only using genuine MOBOTIX

parts and MOBOTIX connection cables.

• Only install this product on suitable, solid materials that provide for a sturdy instal

lation of the xing elements used.

Electrical installation: Electrical systems and equipment may only be installed, modied

and maintained by a qualied electrician or under the direction and supervision of a

qualied 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 electrical

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 light

ning, since this also protects the building and the whole network infrastructure.

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Additional Notes

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

all attached

MxBus modules

must

not exceed 3 W

. When attaching modules to the MxBus

connector

and

the USB socket, the

power consumption of all attached modules must

not exceed 4 W

if the camera is powered by PoE class 3

. If

PoE class 2

is used,

the

camera cannot power any peripheral devices!

Never touch the lenses: Due to the high performance of the M16, the area of the image

sensor can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high. This does

not aect the proper functioning of the camera in any way. For this reason, the product

must not be installed within the reach of persons without domes or protective lens covers.

Powerobeforeopeningthecamera: Make sure the power supply to the camera is dis

connected before opening the camera housing (e.g., when inserting or exchanging lenses,

lens units and SD cards).

Network security: MOBOTIX products include all of the necessary conguration 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 congured in the soware and are password-protected.

This prevents unauthorized parties from accessing these settings.

3.7.12Online Help in the Browser

For more information, see the News and Functional Overview pages in the online help of

the camera’s browser interface. Click on the

icon to open the camera’s online help.

Furthermore, detailed information on the camera and its current conguration is displayed

in the Camera Status dialog box when you click on the icon.

3.7.13RoHS Declaration

The products of MOBOTIX AG are in full compliance with Art. 5 of the German Electrical

and Electronic Equipment Act and the E.U. Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restriction of the

Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) as

far as they are subject to these regulations. (You can nd the MOBOTIX RoHS Declaration

under www.mobotix.com, Support >Download Center > Documentation > Brochures

&Guides>Certicates.)

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3.7.14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). MOBOTIX products may not be disposed of with household waste! If

the product contains a battery, please dispose of the battery separately (the corresponding

product manuals contain specic directions if the product contains a battery).

3.7.15Disclaimer

Neither MOBOTIX AG nor any subsidiary of MOBOTIX AG will assume any responsibility for

damage resulting from improper use of its products or failure to comply with the manuals

and the applicable rules and regulations.

Our

General Terms and Conditions

apply. You can download the current version of the

General Terms and Conditions from our website at www.mobotix.com by clicking on

the COS link at the bottom of every page.

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Manufacturer

MOBOTIX AG

Kaiserstrasse

67722 Langmeil

Germany

Phone: +49 6302 9816-103 Fax: +49 6302 9816-190

www.mobotix.com [email protected]om

Registration O ice: Kaiserslautern Local Court Registration Number: HRB 3724

Tax O ice: Worms-Kirchheimbolanden, Germany Tax Code: 44/676/0700/4

VAT ID: DE202203501

You can  nd the latest version of this and other documents (e.g., declarations of conformity)

www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation section.

Technical speci cations subject to change without notice!

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