Mobotix D12 User manual

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Part 1
Wall mount
with cable cover
for RJ45 wall outlet
30 Frames/s
VGA (640 x 480)
12 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,
camera remote control
lip-syncronized audio
Recording
event ring buffer
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 frame rates
Live viewing
30 cams at 30 fps
all on one screen
3 Megapixels
2048 x 1536
8x software zoom
Robust
no moving parts
fiber glass housing
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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
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D12 CAMERA MANUAL PART 1
1 INTRODUCTION 10
1.1 MOBOTIX D12 Concept 16
1.2 Lens Options, Hardware and Software Features 22
2MOUNTING 26
2.1 Overview of the Camera Versions 26
2.2 Directions 27
2.3 Preparatory Steps 28
2.3.1 Mounting to a Ceiling 28
2.3.2 Mounting to a Wall 29
2.3.3 Deciding on the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232) 30
2.3.4 Selecting the Power Supply 31
2.3.5 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) 32
2.3.6 Providing the Connections (Network/ISDN/RS232) 33
2.3.7 Connecting Additional CAT5 Cables 33
2.3.8 Connecting a Cable to the Serial interface (RS232) 35
2.4 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D Standard 36
2.4.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D Standard 36
2.4.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D Standard 37
2.4.3 Dimensions - D12D Standard 38
2.5 Installing the Lens Units - D12D Standard 40
2.5.1 Activating the Camera Configuration in the Quick Installation Wizard 43
2.6 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12D-180° 44
2.6.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12D-180° 44
2.6.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12D-180° 45
2.6.3 Dimensions - D12D-180° 46
2.7 Delivered Parts, Components and Dimensions - D12M-CS 48
2.7.1 Delivered Parts and Components - D12M-CS 48
2.7.2 Camera Housing and Connectors - D12M-CS 49
2.7.3 Dimensions - D12M-CS 50
2.8 Indoor/Outdoor Mounting Instructions 52
2.8.1 Mounting Indoor Cameras to a Wall or Ceiling 52
2.8.2 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall 53
2.8.3 Mounting Outdoor Cameras to a Wall or Pole 53
2.9 Delivered Parts of the Outdoor Wall Mount (Optional Accessory) 54
2.10 Delivered Parts of the Corner and Pole Mount (Optional Accessory) 55
2.11 Mounting the Corner and Pole Mount 56
2.11.1 Overview 56
2.11.2 Mounting to the Corner of a Building 57
2.11.3 Mounting to a Pole 58
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2.11.4 Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount 59
2.12 Mounting the Camera With the Outdoor Wall Mount 60
2.12.1 Setting the Direction of the Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) 60
2.12.2Mounting the Outdoor Wall Mount 61
2.12.3Determining the Position of the Camera on the Bottom Plate 63
2.12.4Mounting the Camera on the Bottom Plate 64
2.12.5Connecting the Camera and Mounting the Bottom Plate 65
2.13 Finishing the Installation 66
2.13.1 Establishing a Connection to the Camera 66
2.13.2Adjusting the Lenses, Visual Check 66
2.13.2Adjusting the Single Images of a MOBOTIX D12D-180° 67
2.13.3Mounting the Dome and the Camera's Outer Shell 70
2.14 Dismantling the Camera 71
2.15 Mounting the Camera to Different Surfaces 74
2.15.1 Mounting to a Wooden Wall or Surface 75
2.15.2Mounting to a Drywall 76
2.15.3Mounting to a Concrete or Brick Wall 77
2.15.4After Mounting the Camera 78
2.16 Notes 80
2.16.1 Cleaning Instructions 80
2.16.2Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 80
2.17 Camera Accessories 82
3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 84
3.1 General Procedure 84
3.1.1 Establishing the Power Supply to the Camera 84
3.1.2 Connecting the Camera 84
3.3 Connecting the Camera to the Network and to the Power Supply 86
3.2.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply 86
3.2.2 Camera Startup Sequence 87
3.2.3 Power Supply (MxPoE) Using a Switch 88
3.2.4 Power Supply (MxPoE) When Connected Directly to a Computer 88
3.2.5 Power Supply Using a Network Power Rack (MxPoE) 89
3.2.6 Power Supply (PoE IEEE 802.3af) Using Power-over-Ethernet Products 89
3.2.7 ISDN: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter 90
3.2.8 ISDN: Directly Supplying Power Using the External Power Supply 91
3.2.9 Ethernet and ISDN: Power Supply When Using Both 91
3.3 The First Image from the Camera 92
3.3.1 Preparing the Ethernet and ISDN Connections 92
3.3.2 The First Image in the Browser 95
3.3.3 The First Image in MxControlCenter 98
3.3.4 The First Image in MxEasy 103
3.3.5 Starting the Camera With an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 106
3.3.6 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 1071
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3.4 Configuring the Camera in the Browser 108
3.4.1 Overview 108
3.4.2 The First Configuration Steps 108
3.4.3 Additional Configuration Options 110
3.5 SD Card Recording 112
3.5.1 Introduction 112
3.5.2 Formatting an SD Card With the MxFFs Format 115
3.5.3 Activating the Recording on an SD Card 116
3.5.4 Accessing the Data on an SD Card 116
3.5.5 Using an SD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera 117
3.5.6 Deactivating SD Card Recording and Removing the Card 118
3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 118
3.5.8 Problems Accessing an SD Card 119
3.6 Connecting External Devices and Sensors: MX Interface
Connector 120
3.6.1 MX Interface Connector for Direct Connections 120
3.7 Signal Input/Output (RS232 Interface) 122
3.7.1 Signal Input Pins 122
3.7.2 Signal Output Pins 123
3.8 Important Notes 124
3.8.1 Weatherproofness 124
3.8.2 Password for the Administration Menu 124
3.8.3 Irreversibly Deactivating the Microphone 124
3.8.4 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 125
3.8.5 Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults 125
3.8.6 Activating Event Control for Security Applications 125
3.8.7 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 125
3.8.8 Deactivating the Automatic Daily Reboot of the Camera 126
3.8.9 ISDN Compatibility Notes 126
3.8.10Using Internet Browsers 126
3.8.11 Cleaning Instructions 126
3.8.12Safety Warnings 126
3.8.13Additional Information 127
3.9 Drilling Templates 128
APPENDIX: IP65 CERTIFICATE, DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
DRILLING TEMPLATES
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SOFTWARE MANUAL PART2
4 CAMERA USER INTERFACE
4.1 The First Image in the Browser
4.2 The First Image in MxControlCenter
4.3 The Live Screen in the Browser
4.4 The Playback Screen in the Browser
4.5 The MultiView Screen in the Browser
4.6 The Multiwatcher Screen in the Browser
4.7 The PDA Screen in the Browser
4.8 The Guest Screen in the Browser
4.9 Configuring Softbuttons and Managing Functions
4.10 Fast Video Streaming
4.11 Operating Multiple Cameras
5 GENERAL CAMERA CONFIGURATION
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
5.10 Enhanced Security Settings
6 SOFTWARE UPDATES
6.1 Overview
6.2 Preparatory Steps
6.3 Updating the Camera Software
6.4 Update Checklist
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7 EVENTS, ACTIONS AND MESSAGES
7.1 Overview
7.2 Functional Overview
7.3 General Procedure
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
9.3 Camera Telephone
9.4 Phone profiles – Phone Calls from the Camera
9.5 Phone Call-In - From a Telephone to the Camera
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 on a LAN
9.9 Video Telephony
10 MOBOTIX CAMERAS ON THE WEB
10.1 Overview
10.2 Indirectly Accessing MOBOTIX Cameras via the Web, FTP Uploads
10.3 Directly Accessing MOBOTIX Cameras via the Web
10.4 Configuring the Router
10.5 DynDNS
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11 SOFTWARE INTERFACES
11.1 Overview
11.2 Accessing the Camera's Live Image and the Event Images
11.3 Accessing the Camera's Live Image Using the Second Image Channel
11.4 Video Streaming
11.5 The HTTP API
11.6 Access Rights
12 TROUBLESHOOTING
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MOBOTIX Cost Benefits
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Overview—MOBOTIX
Cost Benefits
Increased resolution reduces amount of cameras
1536-line, high-resolution sensors give a better overview and allow monitor-
ing an entire room with just one camera from the corner
Reduced installation costs at any distance
Standard Ethernet connection enables the use of common network compo-
nents such as fiber, copper and wireless (WiFi)
Intelligent recording technology reduces storage
Decentralized recording technology in the camera software puts less strain
on PCs and reduces the amount of storage PCs (DVRs) by 10 times
Event-controlled image rate minimizes storage cost
Event-driven, automatically adjusted recording frame rate based on event or
sensor action reduces amount of data and storage costs
No additional power and no heating required
Anti-fogging without heating allows usage of standard PoE technology to
power the system via network and saves costs of power cabling
Backup power requirement reduced by 8 times
Low power consumption, 3 Watt, enables year-round (no heating required)
PoE with one centralized UPS from installation room via network
Robust and practically maintenance free
Fiberglass-reinforced composite housing with built-in cable protection and
no mechanical moving parts (no autoiris) guarantees longevity
No software and no licence costs
Control and recording software is integrated in the camera and is free of
charge; new functions are available via free software downloads
Unlimited scalability and high return on investment
While in use, more cameras and storage can be added at any time; image
format, frame rate & recording parameters can be camera specific
Additional functions and other extras included
Audio support, lens, wall mount and weatherproof housing (-30° to +60°C,
-22° to +140°F) included; microphone & speaker available in certain models

MOBOTIX Technical Advantages
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Overview—MOBOTIX
Technical Advantages
Progressive-scan instead of half-frame blur
Megapixel sensor and image processing inside the camera with digital
white balance generates sharp and true color images at every scale
Sun and backlight compensation
CMOS sensor without auto iris, digital contrast enhancement and configur-
able exposure measurement zones guarantee optimum exposure control
Dual camera technology: 2-in-1
Two possible camera views with picture-in-picture technology or 180° pano-
ramic view; one Dual-Fixdome camera with 2.5 megapixel is enough
Long-term, high-performance Terabyte recording incl.
Event detection and ring buffer recording by the camera itself allow record-
ing of 40 smooth video streams on a single PC (1200 VGA images/s)
Simultaneous recording, event search and live viewing
Live video for multiple users, recording and event search simultaneously
possible in seconds from anywhere in the world via network
Very low network load
Efficient MxPEG video codec, motion detection based recording and video
buffering inside camera guarantee a very low network load
Bridging of recording during network failures
Internal camera ring buffer bridges network failures and bandwidth fluctua-
tions of wireless links (WLAN/UMTS) for several minutes
Day & night maintenance free
Unique Day/Night camera technology without moving parts guarantees
extreme light sensitivity and ensures long-term reliability
Audio and SIP telephony
Lip-synchronized audio (live & recording); each camera is a video IP tele-
phone based on SIP standard with automatic alarm call and remote control
MxControlCenter included
Dual screen technology with building plans, free camera positioning, event
search, image processing, lens distortion correction and PTZ support

1 INTRODUCTION
The D12 cameras are powerful yet compact MOBOTIX network
cameras that are capable of creating high-resolution live video
streams (QXGA format: 2048x1536 pixels) with high image 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 in the browser (using the ActiveX
plug-in) or in MxControlCenter.
The MOBOTIX D12 is avail-
able as SECURE or IT model
with different features. Apart
from the standard version,
the MOBOTIX D12 is offered
in two additional versions:
the D12D-180° offers a 180°
panorama view and the
D12M-CS is equipped with
the CS-Mount lens (24-
54mm) already used in the
M22M-CSVario.
Because of the low power
consumption of only 3Watts, the MOBOTIX D12 cameras feature the highest oper-
ating temperature range in the market from -30 to + 60°C (-22 to 140°F). Since
MOBOTIX cameras neither fog up nor require heating, power can be supplied via
the network cabling using standard PoE products. All models can cover wall out-
lets, thus providing for perfectly protected cabling.
Like all other MOBOTIX cameras, the D12 models have more to offer than only the
camera features. The integrated software features include a multitude of functions,
such as video motion detection, long-term recording, alarm messaging and
video IP telephony to name but a few features. Unlike in 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
MxControlCenter from the
MOBOTIX website, which
allows displaying multiple
cameras on one monitor,
allows for comfortably
searching and evaluating
the alarm video clips and
provides alerting features
(including audio).
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High resolution: QXGA
format with 2048x1536!
30 frames per second in
VGA format!
Everything integrated!
MxControlCenter

While MxControlCenter has been providing virtual PTZ
features for quite a while, these features are now avail-
able directly in the MOBOTIX camera. This means that
you can continuously zoom into or out of the live image
using either the mouse wheel or a joystick. When storing
images or video sequences, you can choose to store
either the visible image area of the live image or the
full sensor image. The second option would also allow
examining the parts of an image or video after the event
that had not been in the visible image section of the live
image.
Another problem known from photography are the dis-
tortions from wide-angle lenses. Straight lines at the
image borders are bent inwards towards the corners.
The integrated distortion correction features of the cam-
era (and of MxControlCenter) allow correcting the bent
lines of various lenses using software algorithms.
The current MOBOTIX cameras support direct storage on the
integrated Flash storage media, internal SD cards and
external USB media. The MOBOTIX Secure R versions are a
highlight in this respect as they are delivered with an inte-
grated Flash storage device (e.g. R8 with 8GB).
180° Panorama View with the MOBOTIX D12D-180°
The MOBOTIX D12D-180° is equipped with two 90°
super-wide-angle lenses mounted on a single lens
holder and delivers 180° panorama images. Using only
one camera, you can cover one side of a building and
the adjacent areas (parking lots, lawns, etc.).
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Virtual PTZ
Image section with cor-
rection of wide-angle dis-
tortion
D12-180°:
Façade surveillance with
only one camera and 2x
90° L22 Super Wide-
Angle lenses
Zoom 1x
Zoom 2x

MOBOTIX D12M-CS for CS-Mount lenses
The MOBOTIX D12M-CS is equipped with a CS-Mount
vario lens (24- 54mm), but also allows using other CS-
Mount lenses.
The MOBOTIX D12D-Fixdome Outdoor
MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor Concept
As an innovative camera system, the MOBOTIX D12D-FixDome has captured an
impressive piece of market share in the network camera market. Thanks to its two
image sensors, this camera system delivers video surveillance of one scene in day/
night mode (Night models) or it can monitor two different areas using different day
or night lenses.
The D12D-Outdoor and the wall mount (optional accessories) now allow mounting
this unique camera system outside for enhanced outdoor surveillance. Besides the
many advantages inherent to the MOBOTIX concept, the outdoor wall mount
offers these additional benefits:
Perfect weather protection for an innovative camera system
Together with the Outdoor Wall Mount, the MOBOTIX D12D reaches protection class
IP65 (absolutely dustproof, resistant against water jets). Operating temperatures
may vary between -30°C and +60°C (-22°F to 140°F), making it the ideal camera for
the most demanding weather situations. From stations in Antarctica to production
monitoring at a steel smelting plant—MOBOTIX cameras offer unmatched flexibility
and versatility.
Simply mounted outdoors
Since the wall mount and the wall sealing have been designed to fit over RJ45 out-
door wall outlets, providing the network connection can be separated from actually
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D12M-CS:
Light-sensitive Vario CS-
Mount lens with 24–
54mm focal length (f-
stop 1.6– 2.3)
The two image sensors
can look into the same or
into different directions
Elegantly covers RJ45
wall outlets

mounting the camera. After the position of the wall mount has been determined,
the installer of the MOBOTIX camera system can connect the camera system to an
installed network outlet, which has been properly tested and configured by the
network installer. The wall mount also brings ample space for additional modules
(rechargeable batteries, 3G/UMTS, WiFi, etc.).
Robust design makes for a long life
Like all MOBOTIX cameras, the outdoor wall mount is made from PBT-30GF (Poly-
butyleneterephtalate with 30% fiberglass). This material is used heavily in the auto-
motive industry and is sturdy, resistant against high temperatures, UV rays as well
as other environmental influences, chemicals, etc. Combined with the purely soft-
ware-based design of the MOBOTIX D12D and the free software updates, the
whole surveillance system has a long product life and thus provides a high return
on investment (ROI).
Extreme environmental conditions (sand storms, high levels of salt in the air,
heavy rain, etc.) may lead to higher abrasion than usual; the wall mount should
thus be checked on a regular basis. When planning an application under extreme
environmental conditions, you should consider the MOBOTIX M12 camera models
as they are more robust due to their factory-preset and locked lenses, absence of
moving parts and the lower weight. This applies especially to locations that are
subjected to vibrations (e.g. when mounted to a ski-lift) and other environmental
conditions, (e.g. sand storms, near coast lines, etc.).
Easy to clean
Cleaning the D12D-Outdoor is simple enough—wipe the dome using a lint-free cot-
ton cloth and a mild household detergent without abrasive particles.
Open for enhancements
The outdoor wall mount's
design provides for easy
integration of WiFi or GSM/
GPRS modules within the
housing without disturbing
the overall appearance of
the surveillance unit. Like-
wise, relays for alarm sirens
or lights can be installed easily and elegantly within the outdoor wall mount.
More mounting options using the MOBOTIX Corner and Pole Mount
MOBOTIX offers an additional mount that allows securely attaching the outdoor
wall mount (optional accessory) to 90-degree corners of buildings and to masts.
Thanks to the unmatched flexibility when positioning the MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor's
image sensors, large outdoor areas can be monitored using only very few cam-
eras.
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Room for additional mod-
ules in the interior of the
wall mount
No yellowing of housing
even after years thanks
to PBT-30GF
D12 with Corner
and Pole Mount

MOBOTIX D12D-Outdoor Product Advantages
Besides the many product advantages inherent to the MOBOTIX D12, the MOBOTIX
D12D-Outdoor offers these additional benefits:
•Attractive design blends in well with building façades.
•Perfect weather protection for the MOBOTIX D12D: IP65, -30 to +60°C (-22
to 140°F).
•Easily mounted and perfect cover for outdoor wall outlets.
•Weatherproof and easy to clean thanks to housing built from PBT-30GF.
• Ample room for extension modules (WiFi, GSM/GPRS) stored within the
housing of the outdoor wall mount.
• High return on investment (ROI) thanks to the software-based MOBOTIX
design and free updates.
• Mounting to building corners and poles (from 60 to 180mm/2.5 to 7 in) is
easily accomplished using the Corner and Pole Mount (stainless steel,
white).
• Unique flexibility when setting the direction of the image sensors provides
for thorough video surveillance while requiring relatively few cameras.
• As D12D-180°, allows monitoring the complete side of a building with only
one camera.
• The MOBOTIX D12M-CS is equipped with a CS-Mount lens (24– 54mm),
but also allows using other CS-Mount lenses.
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Outdoor Corner and Pole
Mount
Robust network video sys-
tem for indoor and out-
door applications
Corner and Pole Mount
(rear view)
Outdoor wall mount with Corner and Pole mount
+
=
D12DOutdoor wall mountD12D-Outdoor

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1.1 MOBOTIX D12 Concept
High-resolution live video with up to 30 frames/s
The MOBOTIX cameras deliver smooth live video display in VGA format (640x480
pixels) with synchronous live audio, yet it keeps the network load to a minimum.
Live video display now matches the performance of analog video systems. When
recording, MOBOTIX systems easily outperform analog systems, since MOBOTIX
cameras store the high live image resolution and frame rate without compromising
image quality. MOBOTIX technology thus allows simultaneously recording the
video from 30 cameras in continuous recording mode on one standard PC at
30 frames per second each, including the audio channel of the cameras.
Low bandwidth requirements
MOBOTIX' patent pending MxPEG streaming format allows fast live video with
audio at extremely low network loads (1 to 2Mbps). Since the MOBOTIX camera
itself detects movements in the image (and not the computer), video is only trans-
mitted if movements occur, and when the video and audio data are being stored.
Voice over IP and ISDN
Moreover, MxPEG provides for lip-synchronized audio and two-way communica-
tion between the camera and your computer. Room surveillance with audio is pos-
sible using Internet Explorer or MxControlCenter. Alarm notification on your mobile
via Internet (SIP) or ISDN telephony is just as easy as event-controlled voice mes-
sages directly from the camera (ISDN requires M12 or D12 model).
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
makes the alarm calls of the camera.
Video telephony allows establishing
SIP audio/video connections to the
camera using Windows Messenger
or similar applications (e.g. Counter-
Path X-Lite/Eyebeam).
Long-term storage on file servers included
MOBOTIX cameras have an integrated long-term storage system for Linux, Win-
dows and Mac OS X computers. Every camera manages its own ring buffer stor-
age on the shared folder. Thanks to this decentralized approach, 30 live cameras
can store images on one computer with 30 frames per second each, including
audio (also depends on the operating system).
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M12 and D12 models fea-
ture ISDN telephony
IP Telephony!

Recording on Flash, USB and SD storage media
The current MOBOTIX cameras support direct storage on the integrated Flash
storage media, internal SD cards and external USB media.
The MOBOTIX Secure R versions are a highlight in this respect as they are deliv-
ered with an integrated Flash storage device (e.g. R8 with 8GB). These models
have been preconfigured at the factory for Flash device storage. By using Flash, the
camera features these additional possibilities:
•Stand-alone use of the camera without file server thanks to recording on
the Flash device.
•High-security application with recording on a file server or NAS/SAN in
which the Flash device serves as storage buffer. It can thus bridge longer fail-
ures of the network or the file server without losing any video sequences
(supported in a future software version).
•Event downloads to USB media or SD cards for evaluation of the recorded
sequences on a computer.
30 live cameras using MxControlCenter
Instead of using a web browser, you can also
download the free MxControlCenter client from
www.mobotix.com, which allows displaying up
to 30 MOBOTIX cameras on one monitor (Linux
and Mac OSX versions are currently being devel-
oped). In addition, MxControlCenter can process
incoming alarms from the cameras and allows
comfortably searching and evaluating the alarm
video clips (including audio). The integrated Layout
Editor of MxControlCenter provides for quickly cre-
ating floor plans by simply dragging/dropping the
cameras onto a background image. 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 detected by the microphone exceeds a
set trigger value. Using scheduled recording, time tasks can start or stop video
recording, uploading of images to a web site or sending of e-mails with video/
audio clips. Special programs control vacation times and holidays.
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*Integrated Flash stor-
age has to be installed
at the factory
**SD cards will be sup-
ported from software
version 3.4.2
Int. Flash SD Card USB Device Remarks for USB Devices
M12 X*X** X Adapter cable required
D12
V12
M22M
D22M
X*
X*
X**
X*
X**
X Adapter cable required
X
X
Device can be connected directly
Adapter cable required
Q22M X**

Remote alerting
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.
Day & Night
The Night versions of the MOBOTIX cameras with only one image sensor (Mono)
deliver crisp and clear B/W images of moving objects even at night, MOBOTIX Day/
Night models (M12D-DNight und D12D-DNight) with two image sensors (1x color, 1x
B/W) deliver brilliant color images during the day and crisp B/W images at night.
The cameras switch lenses automatically, depending on the level of illumination.
Integrated Power over Ethernet
Power is supplied as Power-over Ethernet via the network cabling
using the MOBOTIX power supply (in combination with the Network
Power Adapter), a MOBOTIX Network Power Rack (8 to 20 cameras), a
Network Power Box (4 cameras), or by using a PoE-compatible switch (according
to PoE standard IEEE 802.3af).
Since the camera's plastic housing insulates well and is anti-fogging, no additional
heating or fans are necessary. This is why MOBOTIX, unlike other manufacturer's
cameras, have low power requirements (3Watts) and PoE can be used every day
of the year indoors as well as outdoors for supplying power.
Weatherproof
MOBOTIX cameras are certified according to IP65 and are designed for outdoor as
well as indoor usage*. As the cameras do not have any moving parts, they are
extremely robust and resistant against heat and cold (-30°C to +60°C; -22°F to +
140°F).
Logos, animated or freestyle
The logo generator of MOBOTIX
cameras allows integrating ban-
ners and graphics (including files
loaded from any URL) into the cur-
rent camera images—with
optional scheduler control.
MOBOTIX cameras are the only
network IP cameras supporting
animated and transparent graph-
ics.
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No heating required—PoE
is no problem even in the
wintertime!
*D12 models together
with Outdoor Wall Mount
Logo generator