Mobotix M12 User manual

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M12 Camera Manual
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Software zoom
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Each image format
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MxPEG
30 Frames/s
VGA (640 x 480)
10
F/s 3Mega
Virtual PTZ
Digital pan, tilt,
zoom
Backlight
Safe using CMOS
without mechanical iris
Internal DVR
Internal via Flash,
external via Network
Win/Lin/Mac
Recording
Via Netzwerk on PC
up to 1 Terabyte
Microphone & speaker
Audio
Bi-directional, via IP,
variable frame rates
SIP client with video
IP Telephony
Alarm notify,
camera remote control
VideoMotion
Multiple windows,
precision pixel-based
-22 to +140°F
Weatherproof
-30 to +60°C, IP65,
no heating necessary
IEEE 802.3af
PoE
Network power
even in winter
Robust
No moving parts,
fiber glass housing
MxCC/MxEasy
License free
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Camera Model:
Camera Name:
Factory IP Address:
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Admin Password:
ISDN Dial-In Number:
ISDN User Name:
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M12 CAMERA MANUAL PART1
1 INTRODUCTION 6
1.1 MOBOTIX Cost Benefits 8
1.2 MOBOTIX Technical Advantages 9
1.3 The Concept Behind the MOBOTIX M12 10
1.4 Product Advantages of the MOBOTIX M12 14
1.5 Feature List 16
1.6 MOBOTIX M12 Lens Options 18
1.7 Hard- and Software Differences of the MOBOTIX M10/M12 19
1.8 Important Notes 20
1.8.1 MOBOTIX M12—Weatherproof to IP65 20
1.8.2 Password for the Administration Menu 20
1.8.3 Password for ISDN Dial-In 21
1.8.4 Irreversibly Deactivating the Microphone 21
1.8.5 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 21
1.8.6 Resetting the Camera to Factory Defaults 21
1.8.7 Activating Event Control for Security Applications 21
1.8.8 Deactivating Text and Logo Options 22
1.8.9 Deactivating the Daily Reboot of the Camera 22
1.8.10 ISDN Compatibility Note 22
1.8.11 Using Internet Browsers 22
1.8.12 Cleaning Instructions – Cleaning the Lenses 22
1.8.13 Safety Notes for Operating MOBOTIX Cameras 23
1.8.14 Maximum Cable Lengths 23
1.8.15 Additional Information 23
2 MOUNTING THE CAMERA 24
2.1 Delivered Parts, Camera Components and Dimensions 24
2.1.1 Standard Delivery 24
2.2 Camera Housing and Connectors 25
2.2.1 External Sensors 25
2.2.2 Connectors 25
2.3 Optional Accessories 26
2.4 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection 28
2.4.1 Wiring 28
2.4.2 Fire Prevention 28
2.4.3 Lightning and Surge Protection 28
2.5 Providing the Connections (Network/ISDN) 29
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2.6 Power Supply of the MOBOTIX M12 30
2.6.1 Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) 31
2.7 Determining Where to Mount the Camera 32
2.8 MOBOTIX M12 Lens Options 33
2.9 The MOBOTIX SecureFlex Mount 35
2.10 Dimensions (Ceiling Mount/Wall Mount) 36
2.10.1 Dimensions—Ceiling Mount 36
2.10.2Dimensions—Wall Mount 36
2.10.3Dimensions of the SecureFlex Mount's Foot 37
2.11 Mounting the MOBOTIX M12 to a Wall or Ceiling 38
2.11.1 Mounting to a Wall 38
2.11.2 Mounting to a Ceiling 38
2.11.3 Converting the Wall Mount to Ceiling Mount 39
2.12 Preparing the Installation 40
2.12.1 Insect Protection of the Camera 40
2.12.2Connecting to the Network (Ethernet) 40
2.12.3Connecting Another Cable (ISDN/RS232) 41
2.12.4Inserting an SD Card (Optional) 41
2.13 Mounting the Camera 42
2.14 Mounting the Camera to Different Surfaces 43
2.14.1 Mounting to a Wooden Wall or Surface 44
2.14.2Mounting to a Drywall 45
2.14.3Mounting to a Concrete or Brick Wall 46
2.14.4After Mounting the Camera 47
2.15 Installing the MOBOTIX SecureFlex Pole Mount 48
2.15.1 Delivered Parts of the SecureFlex Pole Mount 48
2.15.2Mounting the Pole Mount and the Camera 49
2.16 Adjusting the Tele Lens Focus (Cameras With L135 Tele Lens Only) 51
3 OPERATING THE CAMERA 52
3.1 General Procedure 52
3.1.1 Establishing the Power Supply of the Camera 52
3.1.2 Connecting the Camera 52
3.2 Overview of the Configuration Settings 54
3.3 Connecting the Camera 56
3.3.1 Ethernet: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter (MX PoE) 56
3.3.2 Ethernet: Power Supply Using a Network Power Rack (MX PoE) 57
3.3.3 Ethernet: Power Supply Using PoE Products (Power over Ethernet) 58
3.3.4 ISDN: Power Supply Using a Network Power Adapter 59
3.3.5 ISDN: Directly Supplying Power Using the External Power Supply 60
3.3.6 Ethernet and ISDN 60
3.3.7 Camera Startup Sequence 61
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3.4 The First Image from the Camera 62
3.4.1 Preparing the Ethernet Connection 62
3.4.2 Preparing the ISDN Connection 64
3.4.3 Simultaneously Using ISDN and Ethernet Connections (Gateway) 64
3.4.4 The First Image in the Browser 65
3.4.5 Additional Information 66
3.4.6 Camera Screens in the Browser 67
3.4.7 Access Using Zeroconf/Bonjour 68
3.4.8 The First Image in MxControlCenter 72
3.5 Starting the Camera With an Automatic IP Address (DHCP) 78
3.6 Starting the Camera Using the Factory IP Address 79
3.7 Connecting External Devices and Sensors: MX Interface Connector
and MOBOTIX Cam-IO 80
3.7.1 MX Interface Connector for Direct Connections 80
3.7.2 MOBOTIX Cam-IO: Expansion Module for Easy Installation 81
3.8 Signal Input/Output, RS232 Interface 82
3.8.1 Signal Input Pins 82
3.8.2 Signal Output Pins 83
3.9 M12 Drilling Templates (Scale 1:1) 84
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 MxControlCenter
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
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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.

4.10 Configuring the Softbuttons
4.11 Fast Video Streaming
4.12 Operating Multiple Cameras
5 BASIC 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
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
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9 TELEPHONY FEATURES
9.1 Overview
9.2 VoIP Settings for IP Telephony
9.3 Camera Phone (Listen, Speak and Intercom Modes)
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
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Information subject to change without notice!
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trademarks of MOBOTIX AG. Microsoft, Windows and Windows Server are reg-
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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 MxControlCenter
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30 frames per second!
Everything integrated!

for Windows from www.mobotix.com, which allows displaying multiple cameras
on one monitor. Moreover, MxControlCenter can also process incoming alarms
from the camera and al-
lows for comfortably sear-
ching and evaluating the
alarm video clips (including
audio).
Because of the low power consumption of only 3Watts, the MOBOTIX M12 came-
ras feature the highest operating temperature range in the market from -30 to +
60°C (-20 to 140°F). Since MOBOTIX cameras neither fog up nor require heating,
power can be supplied using standard PoE products. All models come with a wall
mount that covers wall outlets and 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 ex-
ternal devices, sensors and
the Ethernet cabling are
connected directly to the
installation box. Likewise,
the MOBOTIX Cam-IO in-
stallation box hooks up to
the mains and supplies
power to the camera, wi-
thout requiring any other
type of power supply.
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MOBOTIX Cam-IO

1.1 MOBOTIX Cost Benefits
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Increased resolution reduces amount of cameras needed
960-line, high-resolution sensors give a better overview and allow
monitoring 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 (WLAN)
Intelligent recording technology reduces required 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 costs
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 of 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° .. 60°C;
-22° .. 140°F) are incl.; microphone & speaker available in certain models

1.2 MOBOTIX Technical Advantages
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Progressive-scan instead of half-frame blur
Mega pixel sensor and image processing inside camera with digital white
balance generates sharp and true color images at every scale
Sun and backlight compensation
CMOS-sensor without autoiris, digital contrast enhancement and configu-
rable exposure measurement zones guarantee optimal exposure control
Dual camera technology: 2-in-1
Two possible camera views with picture-in-picture technology or 180°
panoramic view; one Dual-Fixdome camera with 2.5 megapixel is enough
Long-term, high-performance Terabyte recording included
Event detection and ring buffer recording by the camera itself allow
recording 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
fluctuations 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 control center included
Dual screen technology with building plans, free camera positioning,
event search, image processing, lens distortion correction and PTZ support

1.3 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 MxControlCenter. Alarm notification on your mobile via In-
ternet (SIP) or ISDN telephony is just as easy as event-controlled voice messages di-
rectly 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,
(available in future versions). A 2GB card can permanently store up to 65,000
images in CIF format, 40,000 images in VGA format or 13,000 Megapixel images,
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IP Telephony!

which are not lost in the event of a power failure. If long-term storage on a file ser-
ver 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 MxControlCenter
The free MxControlCenter 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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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 installation.
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 connec-
ting external devices and sensors. Besides supplying
power to the camera, the installation 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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1.4 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 in
future versions 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 MxControlCenter for Windows to display and manage MOBOTIX
cameras; includes alarm management, background images, etc.
•Layout editor in free-of-charge MOBOTIX MxControlCenter for quickly cre-
ating 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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1.5 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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•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 MxControlCenter. The ActiveX
plug-in for Internet Explorer users brings all advantages of MxPEG (including
the audio stream from and to the camera) to the browser-based user inter-
face.
•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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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.

1.6 MOBOTIX M12 Lens Options
MOBOTIX currently offers five different lenses with M14 thread from Super Wide
Angle (L22) with 22mm to Tel e (L135) with 135mm focal length (equiv. to 35mm
camera). Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof, these lenses do not require
an auto iris. Without the iris as a mechanical component, these glass lenses are
extremely robust and maintenance-free.
You can choose between the following lenses
for the MOBOTIX M12: L22 Super Wide Angle
90°, L43 wide-angle and L135 Tele. The L22
Super Wide-Angle 90° has very little distorti-
on, even when using the 4x digital zoom of the
M12. Mounting a camera with the Super Wide
Angle lens in the corner of a room will allow
you to see the complete room.
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Order name
Original image
L22 L32* L43 L65* L135
Equiv. 35 mm camera
Focal length
F-Number
Image angle horizontally
22 mm
4 mm
32 mm
6 mm
2,0
90°
2,0
60°
43 mm
8 mm
65 mm
12 mm
2,0
45°
2,0
31°
135 mm
25 mm
2,5
15°
Image angle vertically
Installed at 1 m
• Image width
• Image height
67°
m
45°
m
2,0
1,3
1,1
0,8
Installed at 5 m
• Image width
• Image height
Installed at 10 m
m
10,0
m
5,7
6,6
m
4,1
m
34°
m
23°
m
0,8
0,6
0,5
0,4
11°
m
0,3
0,2
m
4,1
m
2,7
3,0
m
2,0
m
m
1,3
1,0
m
• Image width
• Image height
Installed at 20 m
• Image width
20,0
13,3
11,5
8,2
m
40,0
m
23,0
• Image height
Installed at 50 m
• Image width
• Image height
26,6
m
16,4
m
100,0
66,0
57,5
41,0
8,2
6,1
5,5
4,0
m
16,4
m
11,0
2,6
1,9
m
5,2
12,2
m
8,0
m
41,0
30,5
27,5
20,0
3,8
m
13,0
9,5
* not available for M12 models