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Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Legal Notes 6 Safety Warnings 7 Foreword 8 1 Product Overview 10 1.1 Camera Variants – Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 10 1.2 Camera Variants – Software Features 11 1.3 Technical Specifications M16/M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR 12 1.4 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 14 1.4.1 1.4.2 1.4.3 1.4.4 1.4.5 1.4.
Table of Contents 4 2 Installation 36 2.1 Preparing the Installation 36 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.5 Installation Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole Installing the Camera with Hemispheric Sensor Modules Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS Providing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 36 39 42 43 44 2.2 First Installation Steps 45 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.2.5 2.2.6 2.2.7 2.2.
Table of Contents 3 Operating The Camera 76 3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 76 3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings 78 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC Start Options of the Camera 78 81 83 86 3.3 Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 88 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 3.3.
Table of 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 Traffic in Arms Regulation): • Under the United States sanctions and export regulations currently in force, cameras with thermal screen sensors or parts thereof may not be delivered, in particular, to countries or regions to which the U.S.A.
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 this 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.
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 offer than conventional network cameras.
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M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 1.1 Camera Variants – Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats Camera Model M16 M16-Thermal(-TR) B016 Hemispheric (right/left) •/• –/• B036 Super Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/• B041 Super Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/• B061 Wide-Angle (right/left) •/• –/• B079 Standard (right/left) •/• –/• B119 Tele (right/left) •/• –/• B237 Tele (right/left) •/• –/• B500 Tele (right/left) •/• –/• CSVario 4.
Camera Variants – Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 1.2 Camera Variants – Software 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 buffer (internal/network) • Continuous/event rec. with sound (0.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.3 Technical Specifications 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 10 to 270 mm (35 mm format), hor.
Camera Variants – Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats Alarm/Events Video Motion detection, MxActivitySensor, external signals, temperature sensor, PIR, microphone, shock detector (with firmware version 5.0.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4 Visit www.mobotix.com and go to Product Selector > Outdoor Cameras > M16 Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.4.1 M16 Body (Base Module) 1.1 M.11 M.10 1.2 M.9 M.8 1.3 1.4 M.7 1.5 M.6 1.6 M.5 1.7 1.8 M.4 1.9 M.3 M.2 1.10 1.12 M.1 1.19 1.15 1.14 1.17 1.20 1.11 1.13 1.18 1.16 Standard Delivery *Only supported by Mx-M16B variant 14 Item Count Part Name 1.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions Standard Delivery Item Count Part Name 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.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 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.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.4.2 M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR Model Variants The delivered parts of the M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR are slightly different from those of the M16 Body (see Section 1.4.1, «M16 Body (Base Module)»): 1.1 M.11 M.10 1.2 M.9 M.8 1.3 1.4 M.7 1.5 M.6 1.6 M.5 1.7 1.8 M.4 1.9 M.3 1.10 M.2 1.12 M.1 1.19 1.15 1.14 1.17 1.20 1.11 1.13 1.18 1.16 Changes in the Delivery of the M16-Thermal/M16-Thermal-TR Item 1.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview The drilling templates are available on www.mobotix.com > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals Dimensions of the M16 with Wall Mount 158 mm/6.22 in 106 mm/4.17 in 155 mm/6.10 in 244 mm/9.6 in Always print or copy drilling templates in original size 18 244 mm/9.6 in 155 mm/6.10 in 106 mm/4.17 in 239 mm/9.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions Dimensions of the M16 with Ceiling Mount* The drilling templates are available on www.mobotix.com > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals 158 mm/6.22 in 106 mm/4.17 in 155 mm/6.10 in 210 mm/8.27 in Always print or copy drilling templates in original size 207 mm/8.15 in 210 mm/8.27 in 155 mm/6.10 in 106 mm/4.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.3 Sensor Modules B016 2.1 2.2 2.6 Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone 2.3 2.5 2.4 20 Item Number Part Name 2.1 1 Sensor module with affixed 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.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions Front View LED default settings: 2 1 Power (on), Error (flashes) 2 Recording (flashes) Diam. 50 mm/2 in 1 LEDs Sensor module housing Microphone Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Markers for top Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Sensor cable connection Sensor module housingl Pressure compensation Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 58 mm/2.3 in 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 30 mm/1.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.4 Sensor Modules B036, B041, B061, B079, B119, B237 3.1 3.2 3.6 Sensor module including status LEDs and microphone 3.3 3.5 3.4 22 Item Number Part Name 3.1 1 Sensor module with affixed 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.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions Front View LED default settings: 2 1 Power (on), Error (flashes) 2 Recording (flashes) Diam. 50 mm/2 in 1 LEDs Sensor module housing Microphone Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Markers for top Sensor cable connection Sensor module housing Pressure compensation Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 48 mm/1.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.5 Sensor Modules B500 4.1 4.2 4.6 Sensor module 4.3 4.5 4.4 24 Item Number Part Name 4.1 1 Sensor module with affixed 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.
Delivered Parts and Dimensions Diam. 50 mm/2 in Front View Protective lens cover Sensor module housing Diam. 50 mm/2 in Rear View Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Markers for top Sensor cable connection Sensor module housing Pressure compensation Top = top border of image (North) Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in Side View 48 mm/1.89 in 15 mm/0.6 in Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 32 mm/1.26 in Sensor module weight without lock ring: 122 g weight with lock ring: 128 g Extension Diam. 43 mm/1.7 in 40 mm/1.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.6 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 Accessories 1.5 Available Accessories 1.5.1 Polarization Filter Order no: MX-SM-OPT-POL The polarization filter can suppress annoying reflections and thus enhances recognizability of persons behind windshields, for example. This filter replaces the protective glass insert into the corresponding sensor module (note that this filter cannot be used in B016 sensor modules). Use the blue lens wrench (M.6) to rotate the polarization filter and to adjust its orientation (see Section 3.3.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.5.5 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 standard, which can be exchanged for a patch cable up to 10 m in length. 1.5.6 NPA-PoE-Set Order no.: MX-NPA-PoE-EU-Set and MX-NPA-PoE-INT-Set (Version EU and Version INT) Order no.
Available Accessories 1.5.8 MX-NPA-Box Order no.: MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT The MX-NPA-Box is a weatherproof PoE injector conforming to the IEEE 802.3af standard and is designed to connect to a MOBOTIX camera external voltage sources (12 to 57 V DC). The MX-NPA-Box is equipped with the Patch-Box’s weatherproof and extremely compact exterior housing (protection class IP65, –30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F), which means it can also be installed in the space of the Outdoor Wall Mount.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.5.11 ExtIO Expansion Module Order no.: MX-ExtIO The device, which is suitable both for on-wall and cavitywall installations, contains a powerful speaker, microphone, infrared motion sensor, ambient temperature sensor, two input and two output contacts and two illuminated keys. It is ideal for door communication, elevators, access control systems, etc. The ExtIO is suitable for use as direct connection to the M16 via a MiniUSB cable (max.
Available Accessories 1.5.15 Other Accessories Since the range of accessories for the MOBOTIX system keeps growing, you will find the list of applicable accessories in the Camera Configurator on the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com. 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/documentation/video-tutorials Seminars on MOBOTIX Campus www.mobotix.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.6 MOBOTIX Software 1.6.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in firmware 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 firmware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notification via video IP telephony.
MOBOTIX Software 1.6.2 MxManagementCenter MxManagementCenter (MxMC) is a completely new development that focuses on a unique and intuitive user experience. Single and double click, drag&drop, support of several screens and direct view of events and alarm messages are just some of the many advantages of the new software. MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras representing the decentralized concept at its best.
M16 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.6.3 MOBOTIX MxBell Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notifications! Use MOBOTIX MxBell on your smartphone or tablet to receive notifications 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 handsfree talking, automatic camera search, a live view, camera connection via SSL and display of the connection status.
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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 different 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.
Preparing the Installation Wall mount Ceiling mount Wall installation 360° Ceiling installation +20° Tilting the camera when installed on a wall • Horizontal: 180° • Vertical: -60° to +20° -60° Central joint Weather protection Tilting the camera when installed on a ceiling • Horizontal: 360° • Vertical: -90° to +17° The VarioFlex mount consists of a central joint, which is directly screwed into place with the M16 housing, and a wall and ceiling mount, which is fastened to the central joint with ju
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).
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).
M16 Camera Manual: Installation focus (b est ima 2,50 m – 3,50 m Camera Identification ge quali Detection ty) Perception 1,50 m 3m 5m MOBOTIX original 180° Panorama image (B016 sensor module) 2,50 m – 3,50 m MOBOTIX recommendation Installation in the middle of the wall Allround View Capture of entire room 40 A single M16 sensor module can monitor an entire room right into each of the four corners (360° Panorama View) thanks to its hemispheric lens.
Preparing the Installation Furthermore, the “camera view from top to bottom” can also be achieved by installing the camera on a wall or a pole at a tilt of 90°. Weatherproof housing visible in the full image Panning/tilting/zooming removes the area concealed by the weatherproof cover Note Part of the captured image area is concealed behind the protective cover of the M16 housing, especially in the full image.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS Power-Over-Ethernet (PoE Conforming to IEEE 802.3af) The M16 supports Powerover-Ethernet according to IEEE 802.3af (PoE) All M16 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The PoE Adapter Set (MX-NPAPoE-Set) may be used for smaller installations, or the weatherproof PoE injector MX-NPA-Box (MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT) may be used in outdoor scenarios.
Preparing the Installation Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) You should install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in order to maintain a continuous power supply even when utility power fails. These devices also provide full protection against electrical surges and voltage fluctuations, enhancing the reliability of the system as a whole. When using a more powerful 19” rack-mounted UPS, you can also protect all other network components (for example, switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.).
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection When installing the wiring inside or outside of buildings, make sure you always adhere to the relevant regulations on wiring, fire prevention, and protection against lightning. MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the effects of small electrical surges by a range of measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur.
First Installation Steps 2.2 First Installation Steps 2.2.1 Initial Installation of the Sensor Modules (Except M16 Complete Cameras) Not required with M16 Complete Camera (see Section 1.4.6) 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 fitted with transport plugs.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Prepare the sensor module: Remove the plastic lock nut (this is not needed any more). Remove the bayonet catch by rotating it counter-clockwise, then remove the blue rubber plug. 2. Remove the transport plugs: Gently pull the two transport plugs out of the sensor module sockets by lifting the rim of the plugs. Now pull the connectors of the sensor module cables out of the back of the transport plugs; take care not to damage the connectors or the cables.
First Installation Steps 6. Lock the sensor module: Using the black module wrench, turn the sensor module clockwise until it stops. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for the second sensor module or the blind module, respectively. Installing the blind module is a mandatory prerequisite when using the M16 as a mono camera with only one sensor module. Caution Note that the sensor modules are not yet protected against theft and unwanted rotation (e.g., due to vibration).
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Place the camera face-down on a clean and dry surface. 2. Remove the two rubber plugs at the back of the camera housing. Remove rubber plugs at the back of the housing using small screwdriver 3. Using the supplied 5 mm Allen wrench, loosen the two bolts at the back of the camera housing. Leave the bolts and washers in the camera housing. 4.
First Installation Steps 2.2.4 Exchanging Sensor Modules Note that you only need to follow this procedure if the security clips (M11) have been installed. Since the sensor modules cannot be exchanged from the outside in such a case, you need to remove the front element, replace the sensor modules and install the front element again. If no security clips have been installed, you can exchange the sensor modules as described in Section 2.2.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 6. Connect the sensor module cable to the sensor module: Guide the cable through the opening in the front element and firmly push the sensor module cable into the connector. Apply bayonet catch as shown and turn it clockwise until it gently snaps shut. M MMM MMM 7. Insert the sensor module: Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering on the sensor module is at the “9 o’clock” position as shown in the figure.
First Installation Steps 3. Remove hinged ferrite and pull out cable: Remove the hinged ferrite from the patch cable by cautiously opening the two latches with a small screw driver. Gently pull the patch cable out of the housing (you may have to remove the foot of the wall mount to be able to do this). 4. Attach ferrite at the new patch cable: Attach the hinged ferrite at the new patch cable, leaving a space of exactly 70 mm/2.8 in between the sealing of the plug and the ferrite. 5.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 2.2.6 Connecting a USB Cable Only use USB cables with angled plugs for connecting USB cables to the M16! Using the USB plug (red circle in figure), you can attach existing expansion modules, such as the MOBOTIX ExtIO (USB), the MX-232-IO-Box or external USB hard drives to the camera in a weatherproof and well-protected manner. Procedure 1. Open camera housing: Open the camera housing as described in Section 2.2.2. 2.
First Installation Steps 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 figure). Take care not to switch the polarity of the wires. It is recommended to use the same wire color for +/– for the entire MxBus system (e.g., red = +, blue = –).
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Notes After you have connected an MxBus module, you need to activate it in the camera's browser interface (Admin Menu > Manage Hardware Expansions or Manage MxBus Modules, respectively). 2.2.8 Closing the Camera Housing Once you have completed the tasks in the interior of the M16, you need to reassemble the front element of the M16.
First Installation Steps 2. Place the camera on its right side (as seen by the camera) as shown. Push the cable of the left sensor module under the retaining lug at the screw bore (red circle in detail figure) 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). 4. 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.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 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.
Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount In order to ensure a flush finish with the surface, connect the camera patch cable to the network cable using a standard adapter that is protected in the wall mount or a MX-Patch-Box that can easily be inserted into the cavity socket of the wall mount (VarioFlex mount). For more information on the MX-Patch-Box, please visit www.mobotix.com and go to the Product Selector > Accessories > Interface Boxes section.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Install and prepare the network connection: The pre-installed patch cable attached to the camera must be connected with the on-site network cable. The connection can either be established using an installed in-wall socket with RJ45 connector or, in the case of a protruding network or patch cable, using the MX-Patch-Box. In both cases, the connection is well protected and is neither accessible nor visible from the outside.
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.  Screw caps for lock screws 6.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 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.
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 sufficient space to use a standard adapter to connect the network cable with the camera patch cable.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Procedure 1. Convert to a ceiling mount: Simply remove the lock screw on the central joint and exchange the wall mount for the supplied ceiling mount. Before fastening the ceiling mount to the central joint (using the screw of the wall mount), the patch cable is guided through one of the four openings. 2.
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.  Screw caps for lock screws 7.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 2.5 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) If you are intending to install the camera on a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX M16 pole mount. This mount is made of 3-mm powder-coated stainless steel (white) and has been designed specifically for outdoor use. The supplied stainless steel straps allow the mount to be attached to poles with diameters between 60 mm and 180 mm. By design, the pole mount does not allow the use of an in-wall socket.
Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) 2.5.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) When mounted to a pole, the camera can be turned or tilted similar to wall installations: • horizontally: 180° • vertically: 80° 180° +20° Tilting the camera when installed on a pole • Horizontal: 180° • Vertical: 80° -60° If the wall mount is rotated by 90 degrees, you can also point the camera all the way down: +20° 90° -90° Height: 174 mm/6.85 in Pole Mount Dimensions Width: 140 mm/5.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation Scope of Delivery and Required Parts Please first check that all the components supplied with the corner and pole mount set are present in the original packaging. 5.6 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.5 Item Number Part Name 5.1 1 Pole mount 5.2 4 Stainless steel hex head screws M6x20 mm 5.3 4 Stainless steel hex head screws M6x35 mm (not required) 5.4 8 Stainless steel washers 5.5 4 Stainless steel hex nuts M6 5.
Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessories) Procedure 1. Prepare the cable: Guide the on-site network cable from behind through the middle opening of the pole mount. Ideally, the cable should be guided directly from the pole into the cavity socket of the VarioFlex wall mount, where it is connected with the camera patch cable (concealed cabling) via an adapter (such as MX-Patch-Box). 2. Prepare the straps: Guide the two stainless steel straps through the pole mount.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation  Screw caps for lock screws 6. Mount the camera: Place the wall mount over the predrilled positions in the pole mount and tighten it using the supplied M6x25 mm screws (item 1.2), washers (item 1.4) and M6 hex nuts (item 1.5). Place the white caps on the screw heads. Then aim the camera as described in Section 3.3. 7. Clean sensor modules: Clean the protective glass and the dome of the sensor modules with a clean soft cotton cloth for optimal image results. 8.
Replacing the MicroSD Card 2.6 Replacing the MicroSD Card The camera must be taken down to remove, insert, or replace a MicroSD card in use. To avoid data loss, be sure to deactivate MicroSD card recording in the camera software and reboot the MOBOTIX camera before removing the card. Caution A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated recording to the SD card and rebooted the camera.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 5. Unlock MicroSD card: Carefully slide the metal latch to the right (using your fingernail). 6. Remove the MicroSD card: Lift the metal latch upwards and to the right and remove the SD card. 7. Insert and lock the MicroSD card: Insert the MicroSD card and close the metal latch. Gently slide the metal latch (using your fingernail) back to the left to lock the MicroSD card. 8. Attach inner cover: Attach inner cover, tighten Allen screws and replace the connection cables.
Network and Power Connection 2.7 • Network and Power Connection Power is supplied to the camera via the camera Ethernet connection (patch or installation cable). We recommend using a MOBOTIX PoE adapter or another similar high-quality PoE product to loop-in the power supply: – One camera: with the PoE adapter (MX-NPA-PoE or MX-NPA-Box) – Multiple cameras: with PoE products conforming to IEEE 802.3af (PoE switch) • The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable is 100 m.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 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-NPABox. Then insert the MOBOTIX patch cable into the box and secure the cable using the bayonet catch.
Network and Power Connection 2.7.3 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of the PoE adapter. 2. Connect the PC/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet port of the computer. IP addresses in the diagram are shown only as an example 3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter.
M16 Camera Manual: Installation 2.7.5 Variable PoE The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any peripheral devices connected (see table). PoE classes 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.
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M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Download the free-of-charge MxManagementCenter software at www.mobotix.com 3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 3.1 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate the MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX application MxManagementCenter.
Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview • Network with fixed IP addresses In order to access the camera, it must have an IP address within the range of the local network. To set the camera’s network parameters, you can use one of these methods: – Manually using a browser: First, you need to change the network parameters of your computer (see Section 3.2.1, «Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser» and following …).
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the network parameters of the camera. If your network is already using an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range with a 255.0.0.0 network mask, you do not need to change the camera’s network parameters. You can access the camera directly (see Section 3.2.2).
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 field (for example, 10.16.0.11). 3. Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer will have the IP address 10.16.0.11. Entry in ”Subnet mask” field: 255.0.0.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 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’s online help). 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 modified retrospectively via Admin Menu > Network Configuration > Quick Installation. 4.
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.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Camera Views: Live, Player, MultiView Live view: http:/// control/userimage.html Player screen: http:/// control/player MultiView screen: http:/// control/multiview The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays the live screen when it starts up (factory default setting). You can set a different start page in Admin Menu > Language and Start Page (for example, the Guest screen) to allow a restricted access to the live image.
First Images and the Most Important Settings 3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC Installing and Starting MxManagementCenter Download the current version of MxManagementCenter from the MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com > Support > Download Center > Software Downloads in the MxManagementCenter area). Double-click the shortcut for the program or the program file.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Reconfiguring Network Addresses of Cameras Using Bonjour*, MxManagementCenter finds 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 different network or subnet. This is the case, for example, if you are integrating cameras into a network without DHCP server (i.e.
First Images and the Most Important Settings Adding Cameras After a camera has been reconfigured, 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 1 , click on Edit User and Password 2 and enter the user name and password. 1 3 2 The number of selected cameras is shown on the Next button 3 . Move to the next page and click on Finish.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.2.4 Start 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 different from the default mode, you can activate the boot menu of the camera. Preparing the Camera L 1 • Disconnect the camera’s power supply.
First Images and the Most Important Settings Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings If you use start option 2 to load the factory configuration, this configuration is not automatically saved in the camera’s flash memory. When the camera is next rebooted without using start option 2, the last stored configuration will be used. To permanently store the new configuration in the camera’s flash memory, open Admin Menu > Store.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.3 Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 3.3.1 Adjusting the Camera 1. The live image from the camera is displayed on the computer monitor. 2. Loosen the screws on the VarioFlex mount using the supplied Allen wrench so that you can easily turn and tilt the camera. 3. Display the desired camera section on the computer monitor, then turn and tilt the camera until you have found the best position and sharpness.
Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 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). M.7 M.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.3.3 Inserting a Filter MOBOTIX offers a polarization filter in its range of accessory products for all sensor modules (except the B016). The polarization filter prevents unwanted reflections from smooth surfaces. The filter can be used to provide better facial recognition of the people behind the windshield of a car, for example. Only one filter can be used per sensor module, which then replaces the standard protective glass lens. Procedure M.7 1.
Adjusting Camera, Lens Focus and Installing Filters 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 reflections within the dome, you can use the sealing ring instead of the dome (order no. MX-OPT-Ring-L10-L12). To exchange the dome against the sealing ring, use the blue lens wrench supplied with the S15D basic module. M.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 5. Screw the lens with the sealing ring back into the sensor module using the blue lens wrench. 6. Adjust the image sharpness according to the live image on a computer monitor. Use the blue lens wrench for this purpose and turn the lens cautiously to the left and to the right.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function The virtual PTZ function allows you to use a mouse or joystick to continuously zoom in on images from the selected video source and “virtually” move the enlarged image section within the entire image sensor area. Greater ease of use through a joystick vPTZ vPTZ Operation Using the Mouse and Scroll Wheel The vPTZ function of the M16 can be controlled in the browser using the mouse.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Operation Using USB Joystick A standard USB joystick can drastically improve vPTZ operation for the user – in the browser and in MxManagementCenter. Please first install the joystick on the computer according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.2 Full Image Recording It is possible to record a full image, regardless of the live image stream that is being displayed. This ensures that the recording always contains the full image of the lens used, even though the operator may have used the vPTZ features to zoom into the image in order to examine a specific detail.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Activate/Deactivate Full Image Recording in the Browser To configure this feature, open the Setup Menu > Event Control > Recording dialog box and activate or deactivate the Full Image Recording option.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3.4.3 Special M16 Configuration in the Browser M16 and Different Sensor Modules A range of combination options are provided that change the available display modes and configuration possibilities by using the MOBOTIX M16 with different sensor modules.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Complete the steps described below in the browser window: 1. Log the camera on and boot it as described in Section 3.2, «First Images and the Most Important Settings». Depending on the number of sensor modules used, proceed as follows: – One sensor module: Proceed with step 2. L R Left and right camera images from two sensor modules (M16) – Two sensor modules: In this case, the remaining steps need to be executed separately for each sensor module.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Wall-Mounted: Setting and Correcting the Standard View “Panorama” Camera live image with panorama correction High-resolution 180° panorama 1. In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the Panorama option. Examine the image that is now displayed. If the section meets your expectations, no further adjustment is necessary, and panorama configuration is complete. To change the image section to meet your specific expectations, continue with step 2.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 2. Click the lock icon. Clicking the lock once opens it (lock clasp is raised). The lock prevents execution of later vPTZ actions, which could also unintentionally modify the view you configure. This applies to all overview display modes, that is, also to Panorama/Focus, Double Panorama and Surround. Lock open 3. A new icon for processing the panorama image appears in the top left corner of the camera image.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Functions of the M16’s OnScreen Control Close Tilt up Start panning to the left Start panning to the right Tilt down Zoom Panorama correction Image tilt correction Default setting To use the OnScreen Control, click the arrows in the top area for shifting the image section. In the bottom areas, which are displayed when needed, click to the left and/or right of the center point.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Ceiling-Mounted: Set North (User-Defined 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.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 3. In the Installation Quick Control, select the Set North option. 4. Store the desired North direction permanently by first activating the checkbox and then clicking on Yes. 5. You have now set the North direction for the Surround and Double Panorama display modes. In the next step, you can set these views as the standard view for the camera live image.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 6. In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the option Surround or Double Panorama. You can fine-tune the views using the vPTZ via mouse or joystick and, as described above, by unlocking and locking the standard view using the lock icon (open lock, correct display and close lock again). Note For each of the subviews (North, East, etc.
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Sensor Configuration (Only with Two Sensor Modules) Sensor configuration specifies which sensor module is connected to which of the camera’s connections (Cam1 or Cam2), and in which camera image (left/right) the sensor module is to appear for the dual image display. Open the corresponding dialog box here: Admin Menu > Sensor Configuration.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5 MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.1 Introduction More robust than hard drives: Flash drives for recordings Flash-based storage devices (MicroSD cards, USB sticks and solid-state drives) do not contain any moving parts as compared to the commonly used hard drives. Flash-based storage devices are compact and highly resistant to moisture and vibrations.
MicroSD Card Recording 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.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card Format SD card: Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/ Flash Device Before a MOBOTIX camera can store image and video sequences on a MicroSD card, it needs to be formatted as MxFFS (MicroSD cards delivered with MOBOTIX cameras are already MxFFS-formatted). The following steps are necessary to format a storage device (Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device): 1.
MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.3 Activating Recording Follow these steps to activate the recording to a MicroSD card that has already been MxFFSformatted (Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server/Flash Device): Activate recording: 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.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card The following options facilitate access to the stored image and video sequences on a MicroSD card: • In the web browser: Play back the recorded event images without sound directly from the MicroSD card using the Playback view of the camera software.
MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Different 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.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.6 Configuration in the Browser 3.6.1 Overview A MOBOTIX camera can be completely configured using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.). The camera provides a HTML-based user interface for this purpose. The camera executes the changes you make to the camera configuration via HTTP commands using programs and scripts of the embedded software. The settings are stored in the camera’s flash memory.
Configuration in the Browser Basic Settings • Administering the camera: You can modify the camera configuration in the Admin Menu or the Setup Menu. User name: admin password: meinsm – Admin Menu: This menu contains the basic configuration dialog boxes of the camera (for example, passwords, interfaces, software updates). – Setup Menu: This menu contains the dialog boxes for configuring the image, event and recording parameters.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.6.2 General Browser Settings 114 • Run the Quick Installation: After booting the MOBOTIX camera for the first time, accessing the administration menu (the Admin Menu button) will automatically start the Quick Installation. The Quick Installation assistant helps you in setting the most important parameters of the camera. For security reasons, you should set your own administrator password and disable public access to the camera.
Configuration in the Browser 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 performed are defined and used in these action groups in the form of “action profiles.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera Using this event type, you can create up to 20 event profiles, each defining 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 specified value.
Additional Notes 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 1.4, «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.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.7.4 Using the Start Options of the Camera • To reset the camera to factory settings and to use the factory IP address, please use start option 2 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Start Options of the Camera». • To start the camera as a DHCP client and to automatically obtain an IP address, please use start option 3 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Start Options of the Camera».
Additional Notes 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 after cleaning and adjust its focus if required.
M16 Camera Manual: Operating The Camera 3.7.12 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 find the MOBOTIX RoHS Declaration under www.mobotix.
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