User`s manual

Moxa VPort 16-M12 Introduction
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Rugged design for mobile video surveillance environments
The VPort 16-M12 is a rugged IP camera designed for mobile IP CCTV applications. With its PoE
(Power-over-Ethernet, 802.3af) power input, M12 Ethernet connector, IP66 protection, and surface/flush
mounting, the VPort 16-M12 meets the critical requirements of mobile video surveillance applications like
rolling stock, buses, and mining vehicles. Most importantly, the VPort 16-M12 can operate reliably within a -25
to 55°C temperature range, placing it within the T1 class of the EN50155’s temperature requirements. It also
satisfies the anti-vibration criteria in EN61373, making it especially suitable for rolling stock video surveillance.
In addition, a dehumidifying membrane is provided to dissipate moisture inside the camera while also
protecting the camera from exterior water, giving it full IP66 protection to help it deliver clear images, even in
low-temperature environments.
SD Card for recording video locally when the network is down
The VPort 16-M12 is equipped with an SD card socket (SDHC, V2.0) for local storage and offline data logging,
in the event of network interruptions. Currently, the VPort 16-M12 supports SD cards up to 32 GB.
RTSP for easy integration with existing systems
RTSP (Real-time Streaming Protocol) is a client-server multimedia presentation control protocol, which ensures
interoperability among video devices and software. Hardware or software that supports RTSP streaming can
easily identify and decode the video stream without the hassle of codec installation. For example, users can
view video images from the VPort 16-M12 directly with Quick Time and VLC, both of which support RTSP
streaming.
Multicast (IGMP) transmission for network efficiency
Transmitting digital video images via an IP network requires many times the bandwidth required for
transmitting general data. For this reason, the efficiency of network bandwidth management is one of the most
important factors that determine the performance of a video over IP surveillance system. The VPort 16-M12
supports multicast transmission with the IGMP protocol, which can reduce the bandwidth requirements when
multiple clients access the same video stream, and greatly increases the efficiency of network bandwidth
management.
Easy web access using standard browsers
There is no need to install new software to access the IP camera, since the embedded web server allows users
to use any popular web browser to access the IP camera from anywhere over the Internet. As long as you are
connected to the network, you will be able to view the same images seen by your cameras.
Built-in 3 area-selectable Video Motion Detection (VMD)
External sensors are not required, since the video image can be configured to detect motion in 3 areas, making
it easy to set up a security system either in your office or in the field. And the customizable settings allow you
to tune the system for both object size and sensitivity, making the IP Camera adaptable to different
environments.
Weekly schedule for automated surveillance
The user-defined time period will check security settings on a weekly basis, and send notifications or drive
external devices, making the VPort 16-M12 suitable for more versatile applications.
SDK support for developers
The high-performance IP camera can be integrated into many applications—without busting your budget—and
the complete programming interface of the Moxa VPort SDK PLUS makes the developer’s job easy and
straightforward. To ask about SDK requirements, please contact a Moxa sales representative for details and an
application form.