Mobotix MxEasy User manual

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MxEasy User Manual
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CONTENTS
1 Introduction To MxEasy 6
1.1 General Information 6
1.2 Sample Scenarios 8
1.2.1 House With Two Cameras 8
1.2.2 Gas Station With Four Cameras 9
1.2.3 Hotel With Nine Cameras 9
1.3 Setting Up A Video Surveillance System– Overview 11
2 System Installation 14
2.1 System Requirements 14
2.2 Power Supply And Network Connection Of Cameras 14
2.2.1 Power Supply When Connected Directly To A Computer 15
2.2.2 Power Supply And Network Connection With A PoE Switch 15
2.3 Installing MxEasy 16
2.3.1 Installation On Windows Computers 16
2.3.2 Installation On Mac OSX Computers 16
2.3.3 Installation On Linux Computers 16
3 Getting Started 18
3.1 Using MxEasy For The First Time 18
3.1.1 Searching MOBOTIX Cameras 18
3.1.2 Selecting And Adding New Cameras 21
3.1.3 Adding Remote Cameras Using DynDNS 25
3.2 Elements In The Program Window And Program View Modes 30
3.2.1 Areas Of The MxEasy Program Window 31
3.2.2 Program View Modes 34
3.2.3 Size Of The Program Window 41
3.3 Displaying Live Images And Monitoring Alarms 43
3.3.1 Switching The Displayed Cameras 44
3.3.2 Alarm Display 44
3.4 The Most Important Camera Views And Image Settings 45
3.4.1 Camera Views 45
3.4.2 Image Settings – Formats, Quality, Frame Rate, Hemispheric Settings,
Recording 47

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3.5 Image Sections And Digital Zoom Functions (PTZ) 50
3.5.1 Zooming The Image Section 50
3.5.2 Panning And Tilting The Image Section 51
3.5.3 Digital Zoom In MxEasy And In The Camera 51
3.6 Setting Up Alarms And Recordings 53
3.6.1 Operation Modes Of MxEasy 53
3.6.2 Alarm Planner 54
3.6.3 Setting Time Periods 55
3.6.4 Setting The Recording Mode 56
3.6.5 Selecting The Alarm Sensors 57
3.6.6 Setting Up Alarm Notifications 60
3.6.7 Assigning Settings To One Or More Cameras 61
3.7 System Shuto- Privacy Mode 62
3.8 Playing Back And Evaluating The Recordings 65
3.9 Creating Users And Passwords 67
4 Advanced Operation 70
4.1 Saving, Printing And Exporting 70
4.1.1 Saving Snapshots 70
4.1.2 Printing Snapshots 70
4.1.3 Exporting Video And Audio Data 71
4.1.4 Export Options 73
4.1.5 Playing Back Exported Audio/Video Data 75
4.2 Saving And Restoring Settings 76
4.2.1 Creating And Loading Backups 76
4.2.2 Storing The Backup Folder 77
4.2.3 Replacing The Backup Folder 77
4.3 Using The Door Intercom 78
4.4 Adjusting Additional Image and Exposure Settings 79
4.5 Bandwidth Management 81
4.6 Network Environments: Camera Access From Dierent Locations 83
4.6.1 Overview 83
4.6.2 Defining And Editing Environments 84
4.6.3 Selecting An Environment And Changing The Network Data 85
4.7 Recording Targets- SD Cards And File Servers 87
4.8 Adjusting The Default Program Settings 88
4.8.1 ‘General’ Tab 89
4.8.2 ‘Connections’ Tab 90

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4.8.3 ‘Behavior’ Tab 90
5 Advanced Features 92
5.1 Camera Management 92
5.1.1 Adding Cameras 92
5.1.2 Working With The Current Camera- Renaming, Editing And Removing 92
5.1.3 Working With The Camera List 93
5.2 Camera Settings 95
5.2.1 Overview 95
5.2.2 Audio Settings 96
5.2.3 LED Settings 96
5.2.4 Connection Settings 97
5.2.5 Time Settings 98
5.2.6 VoIP Settings For Phone Calls 99
5.2.7 E-Mail Settings 99
5.2.8 SD/USB Settings 100
5.2.9 Camera Information 101
5.3 Setting Up A Global User For All MOBOTIX Cameras 101
5.4 Customizing The User Interface 102
5.4.1 MxEasy Skins 102
5.4.2 Displaying Tool Tips 103
5.5 Custom Alarm Sounds 103
5.6 Software Update 104
5.7 Resetting The Cameras From The Privacy Mode 106
A Further Information 108
A.1 Components Of A MOBOTIX System 108
A.2 How Can I Expand My MOBOTIX System? 109
B Access Rights For User Access Levels 112
B.1 Button Functions 112
B.2 Menu Command Functions 113
C MOBOTIX Glossary 116
Index 122

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1 INTRODUCTION TO MXEASY
Congratulations on your decision to select video security products from MOBOTIX. MOBOTIX
oers you intelligent, high-resolution camera technology Made in Germany . The MxEasy
software provides you with full control of your video security system.
1.1 General Information
MOBOTIX are pleased to introduce you to the concepts and ideas behind MxEasy. In the
following chapters we will guide you through the simple installation of the program onto
your PC, Mac or Linux system, inform you how to integrate your MOBOTIX cameras into
the system and even give you some examples of how MxEasy can give a professional
Video Management System view of some SOHO (small oce, home oce) & business
applications.
What Is MxEasy?
MxEasy allows you to quickly and eciently configure and control a video security system
of up to 16 MOBOTIX cameras, making it the perfect choice for all small and mid-sized
surveillance systems. The program automatically finds all available MOBOTIX cameras
(even in non-administered newtworks) and carries out the initial configuration for the
selected cameras. You are not required to have an in-depth knowledge of network tech-
nology.
Main window
Menu bar
Image bar with
camera/event
windows
Tool Tips for MxEasy
elements
Info bar 1
Info bar 2
Toolbars
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Status bar

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Once the cameras are integrated into the system, you can use MxEasy to comfortably
control the most important functions of the connected cameras. Virtual zooming, panning
and tilting in the live image is just as easy as activating manual or scheduled recording
times. This way, it makes no dierence whether you choose to monitor the screen con-
stantly or just occasionally check up on the most recent events.
The video data recorded by the cameras can then be viewed and exported in dierent
formats (e.g. MxPEG, AVI with dierent codecs) as required.
Easy Operation
To keep MxEasy simple and easy to use, camera operation has been streamlined to
include only the absolute necessities. MxEasy is easy to understand and simple to use, so
the risk of operating errors is minimal. The buttons are marked with easy-to-understand
symbols and descriptions of each button (“tool tips”) are displayed automatically. All other
control elements are intuitive to use. In addition, the user interface has been optimized
for mobile devices and touch panels.
If any problems occur, you can quickly and easily undo any incorrect settings using the
automatic configuration backup feature.
Security
MxEasy provides you with four dierent access levels (
guest , user , owner , administra-
tor
), allowing people with dierent levels of authorization to access the camera images.
This makes it possible to install MxEasy on several computers at the same time without
causing access-related conflicts. Optional HTTPS encryption (using certificates generated
by the camera or created by the administrator) helps you to prevent unauthorized users
from accessing MxEasy.
Operation Modes
The dierent operation modes allow for easily adjusting MxEasy to the current application
scenario. The Switched O Mode does not record anything, but still transmits the live
images. The Alarm Planner Mode detects alarms and starts recording according to the
times and the alarm sensors specified in the weekly schedule. The Alert Mode records
the audio/video data of all cameras controlled by MxEasy.
In addition, you can trigger the Manual Alarm in case of an alarm, which records the
audio/video data of all cameras for a specific time. The Privacy Mode is used to guarantee
absolute confidentiality. For this purpose, MxEasy changes the passwords on all attached
cameras and thus eectively prevents all attempts to access the cameras.
Why MxEasy And Not MxControlCenter?
MxEasy is the perfect choice for all small and mid-sized video security systems using
cameras connected in a network. MxEasy has fewer functions than the professional
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is specially developed for ease of use. All of the main features of the MOBOTIX software
are available in MxEasy.
Note
When planning your MOBOTIX system, make sure to note that with MxEasy you can
integrate and manage up to 16 cameras. For larger video security systems, we recom-
mend that you use MxControlCenter (www.mobotix.com under Support >
Software Downloads > MxControlCenter).
1.2 Sample Scenarios
The following examples are possible ways to use MxEasy. They contain information about
the required components and setup for the individual scenarios:
• House with two cameras
• Gas Station with four cameras
• Hotel with nine cameras
The application scenario and the components required to set up the system will be described
for each of the examples.
For more information on the individual components of a complete surveillance system,
see
Appendix B.1, System Components in the MOBOTIX product descriptions and the
manuals of the individual camera models at www.mobotix.com.
For a brief overview of all important steps for installing and configuring this type of surveil-
lance system, see
Section 1.3, “Setting Up A Video Surveillance System– Overview” . These
steps are described in more detail in Chapters3 to 5.
1.2.1 House With Two Cameras
This scenario consists of two MOBOTIX cameras that guard the entrance and the rear of
a house. When the homeowner is away for the weekend, these cameras use integrated
video and infrared motion detectors to detect unwanted movements around the house.
In the case of an alarm, the video sequences are recorded in the cameras. In addition,
this triggers a call to the homeowner's cellular phone and sends the images to the hom-
eowner via e-mail.
MxEasy is the user interface in this example. Using this software, the user can conveniently
and easily set up and operate their MOBOTIX cameras.
Required Components
• 1 x MOBOTIX Q24M (entrance)
• 1 x MOBOTIX D24M with L22 lens and Outdoor Wall Mount (rear of house)

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• 2 x MOBOTIX NPA-PoE-Set
• Switch with at least four ports
• Network patch cables
• Computer installed with a Windows, Mac OSX or Linux operating system
• Configured DSL router registered with a VoIP provider (required for telephone and
e-mail notification and external access via DynDNS)
1.2.2 Gas Station With Four Cameras
In this scenario, a gas station is guarded using a MOBOTIX system. The video sequences
are recorded in the cameras.
Two cameras record the events at the pumps, the camera in the shop records any unau-
thorized access, and the camera above the register records the entire cash register area.
The cameras are set up to record video and audio data at a continuous rate of 2 frames
per second during business hours. This
continuous recording is deactivated outside of
the opening hours. If motion is detected (using a video motion window), the camera will
record at a higher frame rate for a specified period of time and send e-mails to predefined
recipients. Dierent opening times can be set for the cash register and the shop areas
of the gas station.
In the event of a dangerous situation, continuous recording at a higher frame rate and
other actions (e.g. a telephone call) can be triggered by clicking Manual Alarm.
Required Components
• 1 x MOBOTIX Q24M-Sec (cash register area)
• 2 x MOBOTIX D24M-Sec (pumps)
• 1 x MOBOTIX M24M-R16 (shop)
• 1 x PoE switch for supplying power to four cameras
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units for supplying the cameras, the switch and,
if desired, the computer
• Professionally laid Ethernet cables guided to the mounting positions of the cameras
(no separate power cables required)
• Computer installed with a Windows, Mac OSX or Linux operating system
• Configured DSL router registered with a VoIP provider (required for telephone and
e-mail notification and external access via DynDNS)
1.2.3 Hotel With Nine Cameras
In this scenario, an entire hotel is guarded using a MOBOTIX system. The video sequences
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The cameras at the main entrance and the delivery entrance are event-controlled. Each
of these cameras is connected to a MOBOTIX ExtIO. Additionally, these cameras can be
used as a door intercom and to remotely open the doors. In the underground garage,
there are two event-controlled cameras that record cars entering the garage or persons
present in the area. Cameras in both hallways on the second floor and the third floor, in
the gym and in the swimming pool area record all events when persons are present in
these areas. A camera located in the lobby makes continuous recordings with a variable
frame rate of all events in the entire reception area (lower frame rate for normal operation,
max. frame rate in case of an alarm).
Hotel sta can trigger an alarm at the reception desk using the Manual Alarm feature.
This alarm can be configured to trigger notification via VoIP telephone call (and/or e-mail)
to be sent to predefined recipients.
Hotel sta can use the following additional features with the connected ExtIO modules
for the cameras at both entrances:
• Door Opener: Opens the door connected to the corresponding camera.
• Light: Switches on the light located near the camera.
• Speaker: Switches on the camera microphone and the ExtIO on the speakers of the
computer. When the cameras are displayed one after another using the Camera
Sequencer, the software plays the sound from the active camera.
• Microphone: Activates the sound on your computer microphone and feeds it to the
camera speaker (or the connected ExtIO), allowing your voice to be heard.
• Acoustic Alarm: Plays a preselected audio file over the camera speaker (or the
connected ExtIO).
Required Components
• 6 x MOBOTIX Q24M-Sec, 5 with In-Ceiling Set
• 1 x MOBOTIX D12D-Sec with 1 L22 lens, 1 L43 (parking lot)
• 2 x MOBOTIX M24M with L22 lens
• 1 x PoE switch with at least nine PoE ports
• Uninterruptible power supply (UPS) units for supplying the cameras and the switch
• Professionally laid Ethernet cables guided to the mounting positions of the cameras
(no separate power cables required)
• Computer installed with a Windows, Mac OSX or Linux operating system
• Configured DSL router registered with a VoIP provider (required for telephone and
e-mail notification and external access via DynDNS)