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Wall bracket
with cable cover
for RJ45 wall outlet
30 Frames/s
VGA (640 x 480)
10 fps Mega
-22°F to +140°F
Weatherproof
-30°C to +60°C, IP65
no heating necessary
IEEE 802.3af
PoE
network power
even in winter
Video SIP Client
IP-Telephony
alarm notify,
cam remote control
lip-syncronized audio
Recording
event-ringbuffer
30 cams each 30 fps
Backlight
safe using CMOS
without mechanical iris
Video motion
multiple windows
precision pixel-based
microphone & speaker
Audio
bi-directional via IP
variable framerates
Live viewing
30 cams at 30 fps
all on one screen
Megapixel
1280 x 960
software zoom
Robust
no moving parts
fiber glass housing
VGA
30 fps
480 lines
CIFCIF
30 fps
288 lines
Mega
10 fps
960 lines
Image
detail
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MOBOTIX Camera Data
Enter the data of your camera here!
Camera Model:
Camera Name:
Factory IP Address:
Current IP Address:
DHCP: activated ❑ deactivated ❑
Admin User Name:
Admin Password:
ISDN Dial-In Number:
ISDN User Name:
ISDN Password:
Notes:
Note: MOBOTIX offers inexpensive seminars that include a workshop and
practical excercises:
Basic Seminar 2 days, Advanced Seminar 2 days.
For more information, see www.mobotix.com
M12 CAMERA MANUAL PART 1
1 INTRODUCTION 6
1.1 The Concept Behind the MOBOTIX M12 7
1.2 Product Advantages of the MOBOTIX M12 11
1.3 Feature List 13
1.4 Hard- and Software Differences of the MOBOTIX M10/M12 15
1.5 Important Notes 16
1.5.1 MOBOTIX M12—Weatherproof to IP65 16
1.5.2 Password for the Administration Menu 16
1.5.3 Password for ISDN Dial-In 16
1.5.4 Irreversibly Deactivating the Microphone 16
1.5.5 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 17
1.5.6 Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults 17
1.5.7 Activating Event Control for Security Applications 17
1.5.8 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 17
1.5.9 Deactivating the Daily Reboot of the Camera 17
1.5.10 ISDN Compatibility Note 18
1.5.11 Using Internet Browsers 18
1.5.12 Cleaning Instructions – Cleaning the Lenses 18
1.5.13 Safety Notes for Operating MOBOTIX Cameras 18
1.5.14 Maximum Cable Lengths 18
1.5.15 Additional Information 19
2 MOUNTING THE CAMERA 20
2.1 Delivered Parts, Camera Components and Dimensions 20
2.1.1 Standard Delivery 20
2.2 Camera Housing and Connectors 21
2.2.1 External Sensors 21
2.2.2 Connectors 21
2.3 Optional Accessories 22
2.4 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 24
2.4.1 Wiring 24
2.4.2 Fire Prevention 24
2.4.3 Lightning and Surge Protection 24
2.5 Providing the Connections (Network/ISDN) 25
2.6 Power Supply of the MOBOTIX M12 26
2.6.1 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) 27
2.7 Determining Where to Mount the Camera 28
2.8 MOBOTIX M12 Lens Options 29
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2.9 The MOBOTIX SecureFlex Mount 31
2.10 Dimensions (Ceiling Mount/Wall Mount) 32
2.10.1 Dimensions—Ceiling Mount 32
2.10.2Dimensions—Wall Mount 32
2.10.3Dimensions of the SecureFlex Mount's Foot 33
2.11 Mounting the MOBOTIX M12 to a Wall or Ceiling 34
2.11.1 Mounting to a Wall 34
2.11.2 Mounting to a Ceiling 34
2.11.3 Converting the Wall Mount to Ceiling Mount 35
2.12 Preparing the Installation 36
2.12.1 Insect Protection of the Camera 36
2.12.2Connecting to the Network (Ethernet) 36
2.12.3Connecting Another Cable (ISDN/RS232) 37
2.12.4Inserting an SD Card (Optional) 37
2.13 Mounting the Camera 38
2.14 Mounting the Camera to Different Surfaces 39
2.14.1 Mounting to a Wooden Wall or Surface 40
2.14.2Mounting to a Drywall 41
2.14.3Mounting to a Concrete or Brick Wall 42
2.14.4After Mounting the Camera 43
2.15 Installing the MOBOTIX SecureFlex Pole Mount 44
2.15.1 Delivered Parts of the SecureFlex Pole Mount 44
2.15.2Mounting the Pole Mount and the Camera 45
2.16 Adjusting the Tele Lens Focus (Cameras With L135 Tele Lens Only) 47
3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 48
3.1 General Procedure 48
3.1.1 Establishing the Power Supply of the Camera 48
3.1.2 Connecting the Camera 48
3.2 Overview of the Configuration Settings 50
3.3 Connecting the Camera 52
3.3.1 Ethernet: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter (MX PoE) 52
3.3.2 Ethernet: Power Supply Using a Network Power Rack (MX PoE) 53
3.3.3 Ethernet: Power Supply Using PoE Products (Power over Ethernet) 54
3.3.4 ISDN: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter 55
3.3.5 ISDN: Directly Supplying Power Using the External Power Supply 56
3.3.6 Ethernet and ISDN 56
3.3.7 Camera Startup Sequence 57
3.4 The First Image from the Camera 58
3.4.1 Preparing the Ethernet Connection 58
3.4.2 Preparing the ISDN Connection 60
3.4.3 Simultaneously Using ISDN and Ethernet Connections (Gateway) 60
3.4.4 The First Image in the Browser 61
3.4.5 Additional Information 62
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3.4.6 Camera Screens in the Browser 63
3.4.7 The First Image in MxViewer 64
3.5 Starting the Camera With an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 68
3.6 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 69
3.7 Connecting External Devices and Sensors: MX Interface Connector
and MOBOTIX Cam-IO 70
3.7.1 MX Interface Connector for Direct Connections 70
3.7.2 MOBOTIX Cam-IO: Expansion Module for Easy Installation 71
3.8 Signal Input/Output, RS232 Interface 72
3.8.1 Signal Input Pins 72
3.8.2 Signal Output Pins 73
3.9 M12 Drilling Templates (Scale 1:1) 74
APPENDIX: HARD- AND SOFTWARE FEATURES
IP65 CERTIFICATE, DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
M12 DRILLING TEMPLATE
SOFTWARE MANUAL PART 2
4 CAMERA USER INTERFACE
4.1 The First Image in the Browser
4.2 The First Image in MxViewer
4.3 Screens of the Camera
4.4 The Live Screen in the Browser
4.5 The Playback Screen in the Browser
4.6 The MultiView Screen in the Browser
4.7 PDA Screen
4.8 Guest Screen
4.9 Browser Settings
4.10 Configuring the Softbuttons
4.11 Fast Video Streaming
4.12 Operating Multiple Cameras
5 BASIC CAMERA CONFIGURATION
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Note
The following chapters (4 and higher) are all part of the Camera
Software Manual. The main headings are listed below to give you an
overview of the
Software Manual
contents.
5.1 Overview
5.2 Quick Installation
5.3 Connection Test
5.4 Basic Settings
5.5 Image Controls
5.6 Logos
5.7 Exposure Settings
5.8 Day & Night Modes
5.9 Managing Settings
6 SOFTWARE UPDATES
6.1 Overview
6.2 Preparatory Steps
6.3 Updating the Camera Software
6.4 Update Checklist
7 EVENTS, ACTIONS AND MESSAGES
7.1 Overview
7.2 Functional Overview
7.3 General Remarks on Operating the Camera
7.4 Screen Display of Event Settings in Live Image
7.5 Arming
7.6 Events
7.7 Actions and Messaging, Action and Messaging Profiles
7.8 Working with Profiles
7.9 Time Tasks
8 RECORDING
8.1 Overview
8.2 Recording Modes
8.3 Recording Types
9 TELEPHONY FEATURES
9.1 Overview
9.2 VoIP Settings for IP Telephony
9.3 Camera Phone (Listen, Speak and Intercom Modes)
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9.4 Phone Profiles: Outbound Phone Calls
9.5 Voice Dial-In: Inbound Phone Calls
9.6 Remotely Controlling the Camera Using a Phone
9.7 Sample Configurations for IP Telephony via Internet
9.8 Sample Configurations for IP Telephony via LAN
10 MOBOTIX CAMERAS ON THE WEB
10.1 Overview
10.2 Displaying Cameras on the Web
10.3 Configuring Routers and Firewalls
10.4 Configuring DynDNS
10.5 Updating Web Pages
11 SOFTWARE INTERFACES
11.1 Overview
11.2 Accessing Live Images
11.3 Accessing the Second Image Channel
11.4 Video Streaming
11.5 The HTTP API
12 TROUBLESHOOTING
12.1 Overview
12.2 Troubleshooting Checklist
12.3 Diagnostic Tools of the Camera
12.4 Monitoring Tools of the Camera
12.5 Potential Other Problems
12.6 Additional Information
12.7 Sending Back the Camera
12.8 Warranty
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1 INTRODUCTION
The M12 camera range represents the next model of the se-
cond generation of MOBOTIX network cameras. Now more po-
werful than ever, the new models are capable of creating high-re-
solution live video streams with high frame rates. When showing VGA
video (640x480), the camera can deliver up to 30 fps. Even Megapixel video
(1280x960) will still generate up to 10 fps. The camera transmits realtime sound
from the microphone, even in the browser.
Similar to previous MOBOTIX cameras, M12 cameras are available as SECURE, IT,
WEB and BASIC models with differing software features. The WEB and BASIC mo-
dels do not have a microphone. The M12 can be fitted with three M14 high-perfor-
mance lenses; additional lenses will be available in the future.
Like all other MOBOTIX cameras, M12 models are more than "just a camera"; the
integrated software features (Secure/IT models) include a multitude of functions,
such as video motion detection, long-term recording, alarm messaging and vi-
deo IP telephony. In camparison to camera systems from other manufacturers,
buying and installing additional software on the computer is thus unnecessary.
Instead of using a web browser, you can also download the free MxViewer for
Windows from www.mobotix.com, which
allows displaying multiple cameras on one
monitor. Moreover, MxViewer can also pro-
cess incoming alarms from the camera and
allows for comfortably searching and evalu-
ating the alarm video clips (including audio).
Because of the low power consumption of
only 3 Watts, the MOBOTIX M12 cameras
feature the highest operating temperature
range in the market from -30 to + 60°C (-
20 to 140°F). Since MOBOTIX cameras neit-
her fog up nor require heating, power can
be supplied using standard PoE products. All
models come with a wall mount that covers
wall outlets which perfectly conceals the
cabling.
Using the new MX Interface Connector with D Sub
15 HD socket, you can directly connect external
lamps, devices, sensors, microphones and audio
amplifiers. The MOBOTIX Cam-IO expansion box
simplifies installing the camera and expands on these
possibilities: All external devices, sensors and the
Ethernet cabling are connected directly to the installa-
tion box. Likewise, the MOBOTIX Cam-IO installation box (available
from November 2006) hooks up to the mains and supplies power to the
camera, without requiring any other type of power supply.
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30 frames per second!
Everything integrated!
1.1 The Concept Behind the MOBOTIX M12
High-Resolution Live Video (640x480) with up to 30 Frames/s
The second generation of cameras from MOBOTIX now delivers smooth live video
display in VGA format with synchronous live audio, yet it keeps the network load to
a minimum (approx. 2 Mbps). Live video display now match the performance of
analog video systems. When recording, MOBOTIX systems easily outperform ana-
log systems, since MOBOTIX cameras store the same resolution and quality with
the same frame rates as in the live display. MOBOTIX technology thus allows si-
multaneously recording the video from 30 cameras in continuous recording
mode on one standard PC at 30 fps each, including the audio channel of the
cameras.
Low Bandwidth Requirements
MOBOTIX' patent pending MxPEG streaming format allows fast live video with au-
dio at extremely low network load (1 to 2 Mbps). Since the MOBOTIX camera itself
detects movements in the image, video is only transmitted if movements occur,
and when the video and audio data are stored.
Voice over IP and ISDN
Moreover, MxPEG provides for synchronized audio and two-way communication
between the camera and your computer. Room surveillance with audio is possible
using Internet Explorer or MxViewer. Alarm notification on your mobile via Internet
(SIP) or ISDN telephony is just as easy as event-controlled voice messages directly
from the camera.
IP Telephony and Video SIP
All telephone features can be used via Internet telephony thanks to the integrated
SIP client. The SIP client allows remote-controlling the camera using the touchtone
keys and also places the alarm calls of the camera. Video SIP establishes audio/vi-
deo connections to the camera using Windows Messenger or similar applications
(e.g. Counterpath x-Lite/eyebeam).
Long-Term Storage Included
MOBOTIX cameras have an integrated long-term storage system for Linux,
Windows and Mac OS X computers. Every camera manages its own storage space
as a ring buffer on the shared folder. Thanks to this decentralized approach, 30 live
cameras can store images on a regular Pentium 4-class computer with 30 fps
each, including audio (also depends on the operating system).
Event Storage on SD Card
An SD card can be inserted into the integrated slot to increase the internal memory
of MOBOTIX M12 cameras (SD cards will be supported after a software update,
which will be available at the end of 2006). A 2GB card can permanently store up
to 65,000 images in CIF format, 40,000 images in VGA format or 13,000 Megapixel
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IP Telephony!
images, which are not lost in the event of a power failure. If long-term storage on a
file server has been set up, the SD card adds yet another layer of security against
loss of data, as the SD card can easily bridge longer network outages.
30 Live Cameras Using MxViewer
The free MxViewer Windows client for viewing up to 30 MOBOTIX cameras with
audio now features an integrated layout editor for quick assembly of building
plans-using full drag&drop support for positioning the live camera images. Load a
floor plan as background image, drag&drop the cameras; done.
Event and Time-controlled
Just like event-controlled recording upon detecting movements in the image, the
camera can also record when the volume picked up by the microphone exceeds a
set trigger value. Using scheduled recording, time tasks can start or stop video re-
cording, uploading of images to a web site or sending of emails with video/audio
clips. Special programs control vacation times and holidays.
Remote Alert Popup
In case of an alarm, MOBOTIX cameras automatically pop up windows or activate
other functions at a remote security control center. The cameras can use network/
wireless, GSM/GPRS/UMTS (3G) or Internet connections for this purpose.
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Download MxViewer free
of charge from
www.mobotix.com
Day & Night
MOBOTIX Night models with two image sensors (color and B/W) deliver brilliant co-
lor images during the day and crisp B/W images at night. Cameras switch lenses
automatically , depending on the illumination.
Integrated Power over Ethernet
Power is supplied via the network cables using either MOBOTIX Network Power
Adapters with power supplies or the Network Power Racks (4/8/20 cameras per
rack) or devices that supply PoE according to IEEE 802.3af. Since the camera's
plastic housing insulates well and does not fog up, no additional heating or fans
are necessary. This is why MOBOTIX cameras have low power requirements
(3 Watts) and can be operated every day of the year indoors as well as outdoors
and why PoE can be used for supplying power—unlike in other cameras.
Weatherproof
MOBOTIX M12 cameras are certified according to IP65 and are designed for out-
door as well as indoor usage. As the cameras do not have any moving parts, they
are extremely robust and resistant against heat or cold (-30°C to +60°C; -20°F to +
140°F).
Secure and Flexible Installation Using the SecureFlex Mount
The SecureFlex wall/ceiling mount (standard delivery) provides
easy mounting of the MOBOTIX M12 to a wall or ceiling and
also allows positioning the camera into virtually any direction,
while the concealed cabling enhances the visual impression of
the installation. The mount completely covers wall outlets and
allows using a defined network end point, thus facilitating the in-
stallation.
Expanded Connections—MX Interface Connector D Sub 15 HD
Depending on your requirements, you can connect additional sensors via the D
Sub 15 HD socket, allowing you to expand the range of sensors already in the ca-
mera. Likewise, you can use the signal outputs of the camera to switch external
devices or to trigger external devices, such as alarm systems. This socket also pro-
vides a Line In pin, a Line Out pin, power supply for USB devices, USB master data
signals and a pin for connecting a backup power supply, which can also be used
by solar panels.
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No heating required -
PoE is no problem even
in the wintertime!
Covers RJ45 wall outlets
and conceals the cabling
Easy Installation Using the Cam-IO Installation Box
The Cam-IO Installation box greatly facilitates setting up a security system as this
module carries all pins of the MX Interface Connector and simplifies connecting
external devices and sensors. Besides supplying power to the camera, the installa-
tion box can power lamps with up to 500 W/230 V (max. 4 A) and has heavy-duty
connectors for the remain-
ing pins of the D Sub 15
HD socket (e.g. Line In/Out
or signal inputs of the
camera).
Logos, Animated or Freestyle
The Logo generator of MOBOTIX cameras allows integrating different banners and
graphics (including files loaded from any URL) into the current camera
images—with optional scheduler control. MOBOTIX cameras are the only network
IP cameras supporting animated and transparent graphics.
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See section 3.7.2 for
more detailed information
Logo generator integrated
1.2 Product Advantages of the MOBOTIX M12
• MOBOTIX M12 camera models support the Power-over-Ethernet standard
IEEE 802.3af as well as MOBOTIX PoE technology.
•Individual lens configuration possible:
• Internal memory can be expanded using non-volatile SD cards (available
from end 2006 after updating the software).
• Optional Wireless or UMTS/3G functionality thanks to CF cards (only instal-
led by MOBOTIX; available in future versions).
• High image quality with max. 1.3 M pixels resolution. The proven MOBOTIX
software scaling delivers crisp images even for the smaller formats (PDA, CIF,
VGA).
• Fully browser-based—no software installation required.
• Simple connection to IP network or DSL using the integrated 10/100 Ether-
net interface, or ISDN.
• Camera configuration and playback of recorded images from any standard
browser.
•Synchronous audio and intercom features when camera calls using in-
tegrated IP telephony or ISDN.
• Audio room surveillance using standard browser (Internet Explorer). The ca-
mera microphone can be irreversibly deactivated.
•Minimal network load thanks to innovative MxPEG compression scheme
(patent pending).
• Integrated event-controlled and scheduled recording.
• Live recording of up to 30 cameras simultaneously with full 30 fps each,
including audio on one standard PC.
• No limitation regarding the number of cameras and storage media; the sys-
tem is infinitely scalable.
•Long-term storage of video including audio or individual images in a freely
selectable data storage (ring buffer) on a standard PC or file server.
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•Integrated data storage (ring buffer) can bridge network failures of up to
4,000 images or 6 minutes video; this can be further expanded when using
an SD card.
• Maintenance-free and weatherproof from -30 to +60°C (-22 to 140°F)
because the system has no moving parts.
• Alarm notification via e-mail, SMS or phone call.
•Backlight correction with predefined and customized exposure areas.
• Professionally equipped with integrated sensors: Video motion detection,
microphone and speaker.
• Flexibly positioned with concealed cabling and
covered wall outlets thanks to SecureFlex mount
(standard delivery).
•D Sub 15 HD socket of the camera allows con-
necting three signal inputs (e.g. external sensors),
three signal outputs (e.g. alarm systems), Line In,
Line Out, USB devices, power backup.
• Can be further expanded using MOBOTIX Cam-IO, which allows direct
connection to door openers, lamps, sirens, an external microphone (with
pre-amplifier), a loudspeaker, external sensors (e.g. light barrier). Hooks up
directly to the mains and supplies power to the camera via the network cab-
le to the camera (PoE).
• Free MxViewer for Windows to display and manage MOBOTIX cameras and
includes alarm management, background images, etc.
•Layout editor in free-of-charge MOBOTIX MxViewer for quickly creating
building layout plans with cameras.
• Platform-independent SDK allows developing applications; includes sample
applications (MxPlayer, MxPEG-to-MJPEG converter) and sample source
code.
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1.3 Feature List
The MOBOTIX M12 includes the following main features (some features are model-
dependent):
•Live images of up to 1280 x 960 pixels resolution via network, ISDN, GSM,
GPRS, UMTS, wireless up to 30 fps (at 640 x 480 resolution), also adapted for
PDAs.
•Digital zoom with three stages (1x, 2x, 4x) and integrated panning (from 2x:
clicking in the browser image will move the visible image section in that di-
rection).
•True software scaling using the proven and continuously improved MOBO-
TIX algorithms which delivers brilliant images even with smaller image for-
mats (e.g. 320 x 240).
•Audio video recording with three different recording modes: Event recording
with audio, continuous recording with variable frame rate and audio as well
as event-controlled Snap Shot recording of JPEG images.
•Telephony functions (SIP and ISDN) for Phone Call-In and remote-con-
trolling from touchtone phones as well as voice phone calls from the camera
for alarm messaging purposes.
•SIP Video (Internet telephony) with support for e.g. Windows Messenger,
x–lite/eyebeam and video phones.
•File server tests can monitor a file server and use one or more of the defined
messaging options for error notification.
•Camera tests where several cameras monitor each other, with failure notifi-
cation using the defined messaging options.
•Playback of recorded images/video sequences with audio in the integrated
video management system.
•MultiView screen for displaying multiple cameras or events in one browser
window.
•Event notification by e-mail, SMS (using a provider), voice notification by
phone using pre-recorded messages, sounds and by visual alarms (e.g. red
frame in Live image) using two separate messaging paths.
•Object tracing for analyzing the paths of objects that are moving in the
image.
•Logo generator for displaying logos in the camera images with dialogs for
managing image files, image and logo profiles for controlling logo display.
•Logos can have transparent areas and can be displayed partially transpa-
rent at the same time (creating a watermark effect), banner rotation and ani-
mations are also possible.
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Logo generator
•Time Tables for handling customized days, e.g. for holidays and vacations.
The time tables are used to control the camera's arming, image recording,
action, messaging, logo, obscure image and other features.
•Remote signaling for master/slave cameras, with the master camera con-
trolling the arming status of the slave cameras. This allows arming all slave
cameras using a key switch that is connected to the master camera.
•Transfer profiles for improved handling of FTP, E-Mail, phone calls, network
transmissions and messages.
• Multiple possibilities for connecting external devices, sensors and signal lines
using the D Sub 15 HD socket of the camera or the MOBOTIX Cam-IO in-
stallation box.
•Speaker phone with talk, listen and intercom modes via Internet telephony
(SIP) and ISDN using the integrated microphone and speaker.
•Phone Call-In to remotely control the camera using a touchtone phone via
Internet telephony (SIP) and ISDN (retrieve camera information, establish
Internet connection, announcement of retrieved IP address, intercom feature,
etc.).
•MxPEG video compression using MOBOTIX MxViewer. The ActiveX plug-in
for Internet Explorer users brings all advantages of MxPEG (including the au-
dio stream from and to the camera) to the browser-based user interface.
•Routing allows using other network connections besides the standard route.
• DynDNS client for accessing the camera using a symbolic name (e.g.
mymobotixcam.dyndns.org) although the provider is assigning a new
IP address every time the camera connects to the Internet.
• Inerasable backup operating system that is used to restart the camera in
the event that a software update has failed, allowing you to restart the upda-
te process.
•Enhanced startup options for the camera (obtain IP address via DHCP, an-
nouncement of IP address and other network data, reset to factory default
settings).
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Speaker phone
Telephony features using
ISDN or SIP connections
(Internet telephony)!
Free software updates on
www.mobotix.com
Software Updates
MOBOTIX provides free software updates on www.mobotix.com at
regular intervals that improve and expand the camera’s functionality.
Chapter 6,
Software Update
, in the
Software Manual
, provides more
information on the process.
1.4 Hard- and Software Differences of the MOBOTIX M10/M12
To cut a long story short – nothing changes with the basic functionality or the
looks of the camera. Users, who have worked with M10 models before will not
have any problems adjusting to a MOBOTIX M12.
Changing to the three times faster Intel "Bullverde" PXA270 processor with
520 MHz frequency has boosted image processing considerably, providing no-
tably higher frame rates (up to 30 fps in VGA, up to 10 fps in MEGA resolution).
The new hardware also brings new features, such as SIP video (Internet telephony
with video) and new possibilities for extending the hardware (SD card, CF slots, MX
Interface Connector, USB master pins for MOBOTIX expansion modules, etc.).
The following table shows the most important differences in the hardware and
software:
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* Available end of 2006
** Supported in future
versions. CF cards are
only installed at the fac-
tory!
The only limitation versus
the M10 is the power
supply via ISDN cable,
which is not possible any
more. This can only be
achieved using the MO-
BOTIX PoE products and
the ISDN split cable
MOBOTIX M10
MOBOTIX M12
Hardware Differences
Housing color White, Gray
W
hite
Wall/ceiling mount
Lens options
Serial interface
USB connector
Ball joint, SecureFlex mount for
Secure models
Wide-angle L43, Tele 135
SecureFlex mount covers RJ45
wall outlets and conceals the cab-
ling (all models)
Super Wide-Angle L22, wide-
angle L43, tele 135
D Sub 9
--
D Sub 15 HD
USB master on D Sub 15 HD (for
MX expansion modules)
SD card*
CF slots**
Line In/Out pins for external
audio devices
Backup power supply
--
--
SD card for extra storage
CF slots for MOBOTIX expansion
modules (wireless, storage, ...)
--
--
External microphones/PA
systems via D Sub 15 HD
Backup power (6 to 12 V, max. 1
A) on D Sub 15 HD
ISDN power supply
PoE power supply
Software Differences
Frame rate (fps)
Power supply via ISDN NT
MOBOTIX PoE products (MX-NPA
+ power supply / NPR-4/8/20)
Not possible, but can be injected
into 8-wire cable (split cable and
power supply or PoE required)
MOBOTIX PoE products and stan-
dard PoE IEEE 802.3af
25 CIF • 12 VGA • 4 MEGA 30 CIF • 30 VGA • 10 MEGA
Image formats
SIP video
CIF, VGA, VGA2, MEGA, Custom
--
CIF, VGA, VGA2, MEGA, Pan-
orama, Custom
SIP video
M10
M12
1.5 Important Notes
1.5.1 MOBOTIX M12-Weatherproof to IP65
The MOBOTIX M12 is IP65 weatherproof (absolutely dustproof, resistant against
water jets).
1.5.2 Password for the Administration Menu
The administration area of the camera (Admin Menu button) is protected by a user
name and password:
• User name is admin
• Password is meinsm
Enter the user name and password exactly as shown above. Note that both entries
are case-sensitive.
When accessing the administration menu for the first time, the Quick Installation
wizard will help you set the most important parameters that are relevant for your
requirements. For security reasons, it is highly recommended to change the
adminstrator password after the camera has been configured properly.
1.5.3 Password for ISDN Dial-In
Dialing into the camera via ISDN is protected by a separate password. When set-
ting up a dial-in connection from a computer, you need to provide this information:
• User name is linux
• Password is tux
Enter the user name and password exactly as shown above. Note that both entries
are case-sensitive.
1.5.4 Irreversibly Deactivating the Microphone
Deactivating a camera's microphone may become necessary in order to protect
the privacy of people at a workplace or for other reasons. You can permanently
and irreversibly deactivate the microphone in the Admin Menu > Loudspeaker
and Microphone dialog.
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Administration menu:
User: admin
Password: meinsm
ISDN Dial-in
User: linux
Password: tux
The microphone can be
irreversibly deactivated!
CAUTION: Make sure that you store information on user names
and passwords in a secure place. If you loose the administrator
password and cannot access the Admin menu, the password can
only be reset at the factory. This service is not free!
CAUTION: This deactivation is permanent and cannot be reversed
even by MOBOTIX engineers. Deactivating the microphone will
also deactivate all features that use the camera's microphone.
1.5.5 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address
If the camera's IP address is not known any more, you can start the camera with its
factory IP address. Section 3.6,
Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address
,
describes this procedure in more detail.
1.5.6 Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults
All settings of the MOBOTIX camera can be reset to the factory default settings. This
makes sense if you have, for example, obtained a camera without any information
or you would like to reset all settings after testing the camera. In order to perform
this procedure, you need to have access to the administration area of the camera
(admins group). Open Admin Menu > Reset … to reset the camera to factory de-
faults.
Note: In contrast to the method described in section 3.6,
Starting the Camera
Using the Factory IP Address
, all users will be deleted (except the admin user)
when resetting the camera to factory defaults. Likewise, the admin user's pass-
word will be reset.
1.5.7 Activating Event Control for Security Applications
In its default configuration, the camera's event control and video motion detection
features are not enabled. In order to activate event control as a whole, open Se-
tup Menu > General Event Settings and activate the Arming switch or click on the
Arm & Record softbutton of the browser interface. The video motion detection
window is visible again (dotted frame in the center of the live image) and the ca-
mera stores images as soon as the video motion window detects movements.
1.5.8 Deactivating Text and Logo Options
As the camera arming has been deactivated in its default configuration (see prece-
ding 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 activated, the text at the bottom of the live image (event, action
and messaging symbols) will also appear.
If the camera is armed, you can deactivate the status text at the bottom and the
text at the top left corner of the live image by setting Text Display in the Setup Me-
nu > Text & Display Settings dialog to
Off
. Setting Text Display to
Date & Time
will
only display the time stamp in the live image. In order to hide the logo in the live
image, open Admin Menu > Logo Profiles and set Logo Display to
Disable
.
1.5.9 Deactivating the Daily Reboot of the Camera
In its default configuration, the MOBOTIX camera will automatically reboot every
morning at 3:36 am. In very rare cases, external influences (e.g. radiation in high
locations) can lead to camera malfunctions. The automatic reboot will refresh the
camera's memory and will ensure proper operation without requiring any interac-
tion on the part of the user.
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The configuration can also
be reset partially
If the dotted rectangle in
the live image is visible,
the camera is armed
Text and logos can be also
deactivated or customized
to your liking
Deactivating the camera
reboot
Open Admin Menu > Time Tasks and deactivate or delete the
Reboot camera
task. This will prevent the camera from rebooting automatically.
1.5.10 ISDN Compatibility Note
This product is compatible with Euro ISDN standard TBR3/TBR 3A1.
Note: MOBOTIX offers special models for the Japanese market that support the Ja-
panese ISDN standard. For additional information on this topic, see the Japanese
section at www.mobotix.com.
1.5.11 Using Internet Browsers
Current Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Netscape, Mozilla, Firefox, Safari, Kon-
queror, Opera, …) with JavaScript enabled can show the camera's live images
with their standard settings. Text-based browsers (e.g. lynx) cannot display the
user interface and are
not
suitable for operating the camera.
Section 4.8,
Browser Settings
, contains more information on browser compatibility.
Chapter 12,
Troubleshooting
, contains more information on how to track and remo-
ve errors when operating the camera.
1.5.12 Cleaning Instructions – Cleaning the Lenses
If a lens is dirty from the installation process, clean the lens using a lint-free cotton
cloth.
1.5.13 Safety Notes for Operating MOBOTIX Cameras
Electrical surges can be induced by other electrical appliances, improper wiring,
but also from the outside (e.g. lightning strikes to phone or power lines).
MOBOTIX cameras are protected against small electrical surges by numerous
measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being da-
maged when stronger electrical surges occur.
Special care should be taken when installing the camera outside of buildings for
protection against lightning, since this also protects the building and the whole
network infrastructure.
MOBOTIX recommends having MOBOTIX cameras installed only by specialists
accustomed to installing network devices and having proper respect for the perti-
nent regulations regarding lightning protection and fire prevention as well as the
current technology for preventing damages from electrical surges.
Section 2.4,
Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection
, contains more
information on these topics.
1.5.14 Maximum Cable Lengths
According to UL regulations, the length of the cable to a MOBOTIX camera must
be limited to 140 feet or less running outside of buildings. The installation must
comply with articles 725 and 800 of the National Electric Code.
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