Mobotix Q26 Hemispheric Manual

Camera Manual
20.033.106-01_EN_05/2019
Q26 Hemispheric
Q26 Camera Manual
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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Legal Notes
6
Safety Warnings
7
Foreword
8
1
Product Overview
10
1.1
Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats
10
1.2
Software Features
11
1.3
Technical Data
12
1.4
Delivered Parts and Dimensions
14
1.4.1 The Q26 Camera
1.4.2 Mounting Kits and Mounts
14
17
1.5
Available Accessories
25
1.5.1
1.5.2
1.5.3
1.5.4
1.5.5
1.5.6
1.5.7
1.5.8
1.5.9
1.5.10
1.5.11
1.5.12
1.5.13
1.5.14
1.5.15
1.5.16
1.5.17
1.5.18
1.5.19
On-Wall Set
10° On-Wall Set
Vandalism Set
In-Ceiling Set
Outdoor Wall Mount
Corner and Pole Mount
Stand/Wall Mount for Camera Tests
MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight)
MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled)
MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket
Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch
NPA-PoE-Set
MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box
MX-NPA-Box
MX-GPS-Box
MX-232-IO-Box
ExtIO Expansion Module
Mx2wire+ Media Converter
Other Accessories
25
25
25
26
26
26
26
27
27
27
27
28
28
28
29
29
29
30
30
1.6
MOBOTIX Software
31
1.6.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware)
1.6.2 MxManagementCenter
1.6.3 MOBOTIX MxBell
31
32
33
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2
Installation
34
2.1
Preparing the Installation
34
2.1.1
2.1.2
2.1.3
2.1.4
2.1.5
2.1.6
Wall-Mounted
Ceiling-Mounted
Mounting Options
Network Connection And Power Supply, UPS
Preparing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box
Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection
35
38
41
44
45
46
2.2
Mounting the Camera Without Accessories
48
2.2.1 Mounting Instructions
2.2.2 Procedure
48
50
2.3
54
Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set
2.3.1 Mounting Instructions
2.3.2 Procedure
54
57
2.4
59
Mounting the Camera with the In-Ceiling Set
2.4.1 Mounting Instructions
2.4.2 Procedure
59
62
2.5
64
Installing the Vandalism Set
2.5.1 Mounting Instructions
2.5.2 Procedure
64
65
2.6
67
Installing the Wall Mount
2.6.1 Mounting Instructions
2.6.2 Procedure
67
70
2.7
Installing the Corner and Pole Mount
72
2.7.1
2.7.2
2.7.3
2.7.4
Mounting Instructions
Mounting to a Pole
Mounting to a Wall or Building Corner
Mounting the Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount
72
74
75
76
2.8
Replacing the MicroSD Card
77
2.8.1 Removing the MicroSD Card
2.8.2 Inserting a MicroSD Card
77
78
2.9
Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables
79
2.9.1
2.9.2
2.9.3
2.9.4
2.9.5
2.9.6
2.9.7
2.9.8
Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply
Connecting the Q26 to the Network Using a Patch Cable
Power Supply Using a Switch
Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer
Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products
Connecting a USB Cable
Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable
Variable PoE
79
79
80
81
81
82
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Operating the Camera
86
3.1
Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview
86
3.2
First Images and the Most Important Settings
88
3.2.1
3.2.2
3.2.3
3.2.4
Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser
First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser
First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC
Boot Options of the Camera
88
91
93
96
3.3
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording
98
3.3.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function
3.3.2 Full Image Recording
3.3.3 Special Q26 Configuration in the Browser
98
100
102
3.4
MicroSD Card Recording
109
3.4.1
3.4.2
3.4.3
3.4.4
3.4.5
3.4.6
3.4.7
Introduction
Formatting the MicroSD Card
Activating MicroSD Card Recording
Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card
Deactivating Card Recording
Using a MicroSD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera
Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media
109
111
112
113
113
114
114
3.5
Configuration in the Browser
3.5.1 Overview
3.5.2 General Browser Settings
115
115
117
3.6
Additional Notes
119
3.6.1
3.6.2
3.6.3
3.6.4
3.6.5
3.6.6
3.6.7
3.6.8
3.6.9
3.6.10
3.6.11
3.6.12
3.6.13
3.6.14
3.6.15
3.6.16
Weatherproofness
Password for the Admin Menu
Permanently Deactivating the Microphone
Using the Boot Options of the Camera
Activating Event Control and Motion Detection
Deactivating Text and Logo Options
Deactivating the Camera Reboot
Browser
Cleaning the Camera and Lens
Legal Notes
Safety Warnings
Online Help in the Browser
Declaration of Conformity
RoHS Declaration
Disposal
Disclaimer
119
119
119
120
120
120
120
121
121
121
121
122
122
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LEGAL NOTES
Legal aspects of video and sound recording
You must comply with all data protection regulations for video and sound monitoring when
using MOBOTIX products. Depending on national laws and the installation location of the
Q26, the recording of video and sound data may be subject to special documentation or
it may be prohibited. All users of MOBOTIX products are therefore required to familiarize
themselves with all applicable regulations and to comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is
not liable for any illegal use of its products.
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SAFETY WARNINGS
Notes on Installing:
•
This product must not be used in locations exposed to the dangers of explosion.
•
Make sure that you install this product as outlined in Chapter 2, «Installation» of this
manual. A faulty installation can damage the camera!
•
When installing this product, make sure that you are only using genuine MOBOTIX
parts and MOBOTIX connection cables.
•
Only install this product on suitable, solid materials that provide for a sturdy installation
of the fixing elements used.
Electrical installation: Electrical systems and equipment may only be installed, modified
and maintained by a qualified electrician or under the direction and supervision of a qualified electrician in accordance with the applicable electrical guidelines. Make sure to properly set up all electrical connections.
Electrical surges: MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the effects of small electrical
surges by numerous measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from
being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur. Special care should be taken when
installing the camera outside of buildings to ensure proper protection against lightning,
since this also protects the building and the whole network infrastructure.
Max. power consumption of attached extension modules: The power consumption of all
attached MxBus modules must not exceed 2.5 W. When attaching modules to the MxBus
connector and the USB socket, the power consumption of all attached modules must
not exceed 3 W, if the camera is powered by PoE class 3. If PoE class 2 is used, the camera cannot power any peripheral devices!
Never touch the lens: Due to the high performance of the Q26, the area of the image sensor
can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high. This does not affect
the proper functioning of the camera in any way. For this reason, the product must not be
installed within the reach of persons.
Power off before opening the camera: Make sure the power supply to the camera is disconnected before opening the camera housing (e.g., when inserting or exchanging lenses,
lens units and SD cards).
Network security: MOBOTIX products include all of the necessary configuration options for
operation in Ethernet networks in compliance with data protection laws. The operator is
responsible for the data protection concept across the entire system. The basic settings
required to prevent misuse can be configured in the software and are password-protected.
This prevents unauthorized parties from accessing these settings.
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Q26 Camera Manual
FOREWORD
Dear MOBOTIX customer,
Congratulations on your decision to purchase a professional and modern HiRes network
camera “Made in Germany”! The Q26 provides 360-degree overview with only one
hemispherical lens. This means that you only need one camera to monitor the
entire room right into all four corners. The fisheye distortion that is typical for
this kind of lens is automatically corrected by the camera software in the
live image. Add to that the proven advantages that are inherent to the
MOBOTIX concept, such as the integrated event, alarm and telephone features and the modern long-term storage directly in the camera with all of
its benefits.
The weatherproof MxBus and MiniUSB interfaces of the camera allow attaching
MOBOTIX interface boxes and standard devices, such as 3G/UMTS modems, external
storage devices, etc. The pre-installed MicroSD card flash storage is easily exchanged for
larger storage requirements, providing for secure long-term storage.
The introduction of the newest image sensor technology with increased light sensitivity
provides brilliant images with image sizes of up to 3072x2048 pixels, thus delivering color
images of higher quality under lowlight conditions.
You can download the MxManagementCenter video management software for MOBOTIX
cameras from the MOBOTIX website: www.mobotix.com > Support > Download Center >
Software Downloads. The tutorial for the application is available from Support > Download
Center > Documentation > Brochures & Guides > Tutorials.
For iPad, iPhone, and Android devices, MOBOTIX offers the MOBOTIX MxBell, a free-of-charge
mobile solution that is easily found when searching for “MOBOTIX AG” in the App Store or
on Google Play.
If you have any questions, our support and international sales staff are available at
[email protected] from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 6 pm (German time).
We would like to thank you for your trust and wish you all the best with your new MOBOTIX
camera Q26 Hemispheric!
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Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview
1
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
1.1
Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats
Lenses, Sensors
B016 Hemispheric
•
B036* Super Wide-Angle
–
B041* Super Wide-Angle
–
B061 Wide-Angle
–
B079 Wide-Angle
–
B119 Tele
–
B237 Tele
–
B500 Tele
–
CSVario 4.5 to 10 mm
–
Image sensor with individual exposure zones
Color/BW
Sensor sensitivity 6MP in lux at 1/60 s and 1 s
0.1 / 0.005 (Color)
0.02 / 0.001 (BW)
Hardware Features
IP protection class
Temp. Internal DVR (MB)
Internal DVR (MicroSD, SDXC, pre-installed)
IP65
64
•
Microphone/speaker
•/•
Passive infrared sensor (PIR)
–
Integrated temperature sensor
•
Shock detector
•
Power consumption in Watts (typical)
< 4W
Variable PoE class
2–3
Image Formats, Frame Rates and Image Storage
Max. resolution (per sensor)
Max. frame rate (MxPEG, max. resolution)
10
6MP (3072x2048)
6MP: 12 fps
CIF images with 4 GB MicroSD DVR
250,000
VGA images with 4 GB MicroSD DVR
125,000
MEGA images with 4 GB MicroSD DVR
40,000
QXGA images with 4 GB MicroSD DVR
20,000
Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats
1.2
Software Features
General Features
Digital zoom (continuous) with panning
Motion JPEG/MxPEG/H.264 codecs
Programmable exposure ones
Snapshot rec. (pre-/post-alarm images)
•
•/•/–
•
50
Terabyte ring buffer storage (internal/network)
•
Event/continuous rec. with sound (0.2 to 30 fps)
•/•
Time and event control
•
Weekly schedules/holidays
•
Web functionality (FTP, email)
•
Playback/Quad- und MultiView
•
Bidirectional sound in browser
•
Logo generator, animated
•
Flexible event logic
•
Master/Slave arming
•
Several scheduled privacy zones
•
Customized voice messages
•
VoIP telephony (audio/video, alert)
•
Remote alarm notification (network msg.)
Signal inputs/outputs, RS232
•
Via MX-Input-Box/MX-Output-Box or
MX-232-IO-Box
Programming interface/HTTP API
•
Security features (HTTPS/SSL, IP-based access control,
IEEE 802.1X network authentication)
•
Video Analysis
Video Motion detector
•
MxAnalytics
•
MxActivitySensor
•
Video Management Software
MxManagementCenter
•
MOBOTIX MxBell
•
Free-of-charge download
from www.mobotix.com
or App Store/Google Play
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1.3
Technical Data
Model Variants
Mx-Q26A/B*-6D016 (daylight image sensor, color)
Mx-Q26A/B*-6N016 (night image sensor, Black&White)
*Variant Mx-Q26B supports MOBOTIX MxBus modules
Lens Option
Sensitivity
B016 (focal length 1.6 mm, f/2.0, image angle 180°x180°)
Color sensor (daylight): 0,1 lx @ 1/60s; 0,005 lx @ 1s
Black&White sensor (night): 0,02 lx @ 1/60s; 0,001 lx @ 1s
Image Sensor
1/1.8” CMOS, 6MP (3072x2048), Progressive Scan
Max. Image Size
6MP (3072x2048)
Image Formats
Freely configurable 4:3, 8:3, 16:9 or custom formats (image cropping),
e.g., 2592x1944 (5MP), 2048x1536 (QXGA), 1920x1080 (Full-HD), 1280x960
(MEGA)
MxPEG: 42@HD(1280x720), 34@Full-HD, 24@QXGA, 15@5Mp, 12@6MP
Max. Frame Rate
M-JPEG: 26@HD(1280x720), 13@Full-HD, 9@QXGA, 5@5Mp, 4@6MP
H.264: 25@Full-HD, 20@QXGA
Video Codec
MxPEG, M-JPEG, JPEG (max. output size 6MP)
H.264 (max. output size QXGA, bandwidth limitation applicable)
ONVIF
ONVIF S (camera software V5.2.x and higher)
DVR
In the camera on MicroSD card (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed)
• External, on USB device
• External, on NAS
• Separate live image and full image recording – MxFFS with archiving
function
• Pre- and post-alarm images
• Automatic DVR monitoring with error notification
Software
MxManagementCenter, MOBOTIX MxBell
Image Processing
MxLEO, backlight compensation, automatic white balance, distortion
correction
PTZ
Digital pan/tilt/zoom, continuous up to 8X
Alarm/Events
Temperature sensor, shock detector (with firmware version 5.0.1 and
higher), microphone, additional sensors/IOs via MxMessageSystem,
notification via e-mail, FTP, IP telephony (VoIP, SIP), visual/sound alarms,
pre- and post-alarm images
Intelligent Video Analysis
MxActivitySensor, video motion analysis, MxAnalytics
Microphone/speaker, both 16bit/16kHz (HD wideband audio)
Audio
Lip-synchronous audio, audio recording
VoIP/SIP telephony, intercom, remote controlling using key codes
Interfaces
Ethernet 100Base-T, MiniUSB, MxBus*;
inputs/outputs and RS232 via accessories
*Only variant Mx-Q26B
Security
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User/group management, HTTPS/SSL, IP address filter, IEEE 802.1x, intrusion detection, digital image signature, MxFFS
Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats
Certifications
EN 55032:2012, EN 55024:2010, EN 50121-4:2015, FprEN 61000-6-1:2015,
EN 61000-6-2:2015, EN 61000-6-3:2007+A1:2011+AC:2012, EN 61000-64:2007+A1:2011, EN 50581:2012, EN 60950-1:2006+A11:2009+A1:2010+
A12:2011+A2:2013, E13*10R05/01*14648*00, 47 CFR Part 15B, AS/NZS
CISPR32:2015
Power Supply
Power over Ethernet IEEE 802.3af
Power Consumption
Typ. 4 W
Power Consumption of
External Devices
At MxBus: max. 2.5 W, at USB: max. 2.5 W, total max. 3 W
The power consumption of the camera will increase accordingly!
Protection Classes
IP65
IK06, IK10 with Vandalism Set
Ambient Temperature
–30 to 50 °C/–22 to 122 °F
Dimensions/Weight
Diameter x height: 160 x 48 mm/6.30 x 1.89 in; weight: approx. 350 g
Standard Delivery
Housing (high-resistance composite, PBT) white, mounting supplies,
mounting wrenches, 50 cm/20 in patch cable, software, MicroSD card
(SDXC, SDHC installed)
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1.4
Delivered Parts and Dimensions
1.4.1 The Q26 Camera
1.1
1.2
1.16
1.3
1.15
1.14
1.4
1.13
1.12
1.11
1.5
1.6
1.7
1.10
1.8
1.9
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Item
Quantity
Part Name
1.1
1
Camera housing
1.2
1
Lens (installed)
1.3
1
Lens wrench
1.4
1
microSD card (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed)
1.5
1
Ethernet patch cable CAT5 0.5 m/20 in, installed
1.6
1
Allen wrench 3 mm
1.7
1
Allen wrench 2 mm
1.8
1
Torx wrench TX20
1.9
1
Outer shell
1.10
4
Mounting ring
1.11
4
Stainless steel washers 5.3 mm dia.
1.12
4
Dowels 8 mm
1.13
4
Stainless steel Torx screws 4.5x60 mm
1.14
4
Stainless steel washers 4.3 mm dia.
1.15
1
Stainless steel Allen screws M4x16 mm
1.16
2
Cable lock with bayonet catch (Ethernet patch cable, MiniUSB)
Delivered Parts and Dimensions
Camera Housing and Connectors
The MOBOTIX Q26 consists of the camera housing (motherboard and lens), the outer shell
and the mounting ring.
Connections
•
NET (Ethernet network incl. PoE power supply)
•
MiniUSB (e.g. for ExtIO)
•
MxBus (only variant Mx-Q26B)
•
Slot for MicroSD card
Lens unit
Speaker
Microphone
(only Q26-Sec)
Key
LEDs
Slot for MicroSD card
(not externally accessible)
Network connector
MiniUSB (e.g. ExtIO)
Bayonet catch
MxBus (only variant
Mx-Q26B)
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ø 160 mm/2.3 in
48 mm/1.89 in
Q26: Dimensions Without Mounting Options
Mounting Ring Drilling Template (Incl. Space For Wall Outlet)
Note
You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download
Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates.
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
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Delivered Parts and Dimensions
1.4.2 Mounting Kits and Mounts
On-Wall Set
The On-Wall Set must be
ordered separately from
the MOBOTIX camera.
Item
Quantity
Part Name
2.1
1
On-Wall set housing
2.2
4
Stainless steel Allen screws M4x35 mm
2.3
4
Stainless steel washers Ø 4.3 mm
2.4
4
Foam rubber washers
2.5
4
Lock screws with counter nuts
2.6
2
Cable fitting with counter nut and O-ring cord
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74
mm/2.91 in
85 mm/3.35 in
Drilling Template On-Wall Set
ø 160 mm/6.3 in
ø 166 mm/6.54 in
Notes
You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download
Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates (applies to both 0° and 10° On-Wall Set).
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
The maximum torque for all screws is 1 to 1.2 Nm.
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Delivered Parts and Dimensions
In-Ceiling Set
The In-Ceiling Set must be
ordered separately from
the MOBOTIX camera.
Item
Quantity
Part Name
3.1
1
Ceiling mounting ring incl. 4 flat headed screws
3.2
1
Decoration ring
3.3
2
Wrench for In-Ceiling mount
3.4
4
Clamps
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Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview
Drilling Template In-Ceiling Set
5.9
m/
ø
in
Clamping range
6 to 22 mm/
0.24 to 0.86 in
ø 180 mm/7.09 in
24.1 mm/
0.95 in
The In-Ceiling Set can be
used in panels ranging
from 6 to 22 mm/0.24
to 0.86 in thickness
m
150
Notes
You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download
Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates.
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
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Delivered Parts and Dimensions
Vandalism Set
The Vandalism Set must
be ordered separately
from the camera.
Quantity
Part Name
4.1
1
Stainless steel cover 2 mm stainless steel
4.2
4
Spacers for Vandalism set
4.3
4
Security screws M4x16 mm
4.4
1
Two-hole driver bit for security screws
4.5
1
Polycarbonate dome incl. washer
4.6
1
Lens wrench
53 mm/2.01 in
Item
ø 160 mm/6.3 in
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Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview
Wall Mount
5.8
5.6
5.4
5.1
5.3
5.7
5.2
5.5
22
Item
Quantity Part Name
5.1
1
Wall Mount
5.2
4
Universal screw anchors 8 mm
5.3
4
Stainless steel washers Ø 6.4 mm
5.4
4
Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 6x50 mm
5.5
1
Wall sealing
5.6
8
Stainless steel Allen screws M4x16 mm
5.7
8
Stainless steel washers Ø 4.3 mm
5.8
1
Bottom plate
Delivered Parts and Dimensions
Höhe: 125 mm
Drilling Template Wall Mount
Direct installation over
on-wall and flushmounted wall outlets
Depth: 201 mm/7.91 in
Width: 216 mm/8.5 in
Notes
You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download
Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates.
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
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Corner And Pole Mount
Item
Quantity Part Name
1
Pole mount, stainless steel, white, powder-coated
6.2
4
Stainless steel Allen screws M6x20 mm
6.3
4
Stainless steel washers Ø 6 mm
6.4
4
Stainless steel lock nuts M6
6.5
2
Stainless steel straps
6.6
2
Cable fitting with counter nut and O-ring cord
6.7
4
Wood screws 6x80mm incl. screw anchors and washers
Height: 130 mm/5.12 in
6.1
Width: 218 mm/8.58 in
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Depth: 92 mm/3.62 in
Available Accessories
1.5
Available Accessories
1.5.1 On-Wall Set
Order no.: MX-OPT-AP
Consists of On-Wall Mount and mounting
supplies. Conforms to U.S. installation
standards. Reliably protects the cabling
and allows integrating additional modules within the On-Wall Mount (WLAN,
battery, ...).
1.5.2 10° On-Wall Set
Order no.: MX-OPT-AP-10DEG
Consists of On-Wall mount and mounting
supplies for inclined installation (10°) of
a camera. Conforms to U.S. installation
standards. Reliably protects the cabling
and allows integrating additional modules within the On-Wall Mount (WLAN,
battery, ...).
1.5.3 Vandalism Set
Order no.: MX-Q26-Sec-Vandal-ESMA
Design featuring matt stainless steel housing 1.5 mm strong. As above incl. lens protector and security screws.
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1.5.4 In-Ceiling Set
Order no.: MX-OPT-IC
Can also be used as a
wall mount in drywalls
For simple installation in false ceiling tiles.
Suitable for discreet surveillance. Optionally
available with a stainless steel ring.
1.5.5 Outdoor Wall Mount
Order no.: MX-OPT-WH
Consists of Outdoor Wall Mount and mounting
supplies. Covers RJ45 wall outlets. Space for
expansion modules (battery, UMTS, WLAN,
etc.) Easily mounted to poles using Pole
Mount. Weatherproof IP65.
1.5.6 Corner and Pole Mount
Order no.: MX-OPT-MH
Flange for Outdoor Wall Mount. Can be
mounted to wall corners or poles. 3 mm
stainless steel, white. Wall Mount may be
ordered separately or as a set.
1.5.7 Stand/Wall Mount for Camera Tests
Order no.: MX-OPT-TW-Demo-1
The Stand/Wall Mount is a useful accessory for testing and for finding the optimum mounting
position of the camera. The set also includes an Allen wrench as well as a Torx screw with
dowel and the corresponding Torx wrench for installing as alternative wall mount for testing.
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Available Accessories
Using as a Stand (with/without tripod)
Using this stand, you can now place the camera upright on a flat
surface or mount the whole assembly on a tripod (1/4” tripod thread
at the bottom of the stand).
1.5.8 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Straight)
Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-STR-05/2/5 (angled/straight)
MOBOTIX add-on modules (MX-232-IO-Box, ExtIO, CamIO)
can be connected directly to the Q26 with this cable, which
is up to five meters long.
Only cables with
angled plugs can be
used for the Q26
1.5.9 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled)
Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-EN-PG-05/2/5
(angled/angled)
The MOBOTIX ExtIO can be connected directly to the Q26
with this cable, which is up to five meters long.
1.5.10 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket
Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5
USB-based storage media (for example, USB hard drives)
can be connected directly to the Q26 with this cable, which
is up to five meters long.
1.5.11 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch
Order no.: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10
(length: 1 m/2 m/5 m/10 m)
The MOBOTIX-developed special cable can be installed in
a waterproof manner and has an integrated sealing gasket.
Every Q26 ships with a 0.5-m-long cable as standard, which
can be exchanged for a patch cable up to 10 m in length.
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1.5.12 NPA-PoE-Set
Order no.: MX-NPA-PoE-EU and MX-NPA-PoE-INT (Version EU and Version INT)
Order no.: MX-CBL-NPA-BAT-2 (battery cable for mobile voltage sources)
This is a multifunctional PoE injector according to the IEEE
802.3af standard – with three connectors (for network,
camera/PoE device, PC), universal power supply unit with
interchangeable adapter plugs and crossover function.
The NPA-PoE-Set connects and remotely supplies a Q26
with power via an Ethernet cable up to 100 m in length.
The blue adapter can also be connected to mobile voltage
sources from 12 to 57 V DC by means of an additionally
available battery cable. The “EU” version of the NPA-PoESet is supplied as standard with a European adapter, while
the “INT” version includes four adapters (EU, USA, UK, AUS).
1.5.13 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box
Order no.: MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box-RJ45
Order no.: MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box-LSA
Weatherproof network connector (protection class IP65,
–30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F) with surge protection of up
to 4 kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras, ideal for replacing the
MX-Patch-Box.
At the same time, the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box
provides a weatherproof connection of a camera’s patch
cable to a network patch cable (-RJ45 variant) or a network
installation cable (-LSA variant).
1.5.14 MX-NPA-Box
Order no.: MX-OPT-NPA1-EXT
The MX-NPA-Box is a weatherproof PoE injector conforming
to the IEEE 802.3af standard and is designed to connect
external voltage sources (12 to 57 V DC) to a MOBOTIX camera.
The MX-NPA-Box is equipped with the Patch-Box’s weatherproof and extremely compact exterior housing (protection
class IP65, –30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F), which means it can
also be installed in the space of the Outdoor Wall Mount.
Interfaces of the MX-NPA-Box: Camera via patch cable,
Ethernet via LSA+ and external power supply via terminal
connector (12 to 57 V DC possible).
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Available Accessories
1.5.15 MX-GPS-Box
Order no.: MX-OPT-GPS1-EXT
The MX-GPS-Box primarily serves as a high-precision time
source for systems without an Internet connection. In addition, it can provide triggering based on GPS events (reaching or moving away from a specified position; exceeding or
not reaching a specified speed). This interface box can be
attached to all MOBOTIX cameras with an MxBus interface.
The MX-GPS-Box is equipped with the same compact housing as the other interface boxes
(protection class IP65, –30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F). This interface box should not be installed
inside of other wall mounts, but on the exterior of the building with a large section of open
sky above it. This ensures the best possible reception from GPS satellites and thereby the
highest possible accuracy of the received GPS data. The maximum length of the MxBus
wiring (0.8 mm diameter wires) is 50 m/55 yd.
1.5.16 MX-232-IO-Box
Order no.: MX-OPT-RS1-EXT
This box provides the signal inputs and outputs as well as
the RS232 (serial) interface. It replaces the connections
that were handled on the older camera models via a D-Sub
15-HD connector. The MX-232-IO-Box (protection class IP65,
–30 to 60 °C/–22 to 140 °F) can be attached to all MOBOTIX
cameras with an MxBus or USB interface. The maximum
length of the MxBus wiring (0.8 mm diameter wires) is 50 m/55 yd. If the MiniUSB connector
is used, the maximum cable length is 5 m/16 ft.
1.5.17 ExtIO Expansion Module
Order no.: MX-ExtIO
The device, which is suitable both for on-wall and in-wall
installations, contains a powerful speaker, microphone, infrared motion sensor, ambient temperature sensor, two input
and two output contacts and two illuminated keys. It is ideal
for door communication, elevators, access control systems,
etc. The ExtIO is suitable for use as direct connection to the
S15 via a MiniUSB cable (max. 5 m), which can be ordered
separately, or as a network connection via the PoE switch.
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1.5.18 Mx2wire+ Media Converter
Order no.: MX-2wirePlus-Set-PW
The Mx2wire+ system allows an Ethernet network with PoE
to be set up via two-wire cables, which saves users from
having to lay several hundred meters of Ethernet cable. For
example, an existing two-wire cable of an analog video camera can be reused to connect a high-resolution and modern
IP network camera. Mx2wire+ is delivered in the standard
wall outlet frame in different designs; however, it can also
be used with the available on-wall socket that is included.
1.5.19 Other Accessories
Since the range of accessories for the MOBOTIX system keeps growing, you should visit the
MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com in the Products > Accessories section to see the
entire list of available accessories.
THE MOBOTIX INFORMATION CHANNELS
Support on the MOBOTIX Website
www.mobotix.com/en/support
The MOBOTIX Video Tutorials
www.mobotix.com/en/support/
download-center/documentation/video-tutorials
Seminars on MOBOTIX Campus
www.mobotix.com/en/support/
trainings
The MOBOTIX YouTube Channel
www.youtube.com/user/MobotixAG
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MOBOTIX Software
1.6
MOBOTIX Software
1.6.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware)
MOBOTIX cameras and connected MxBus modules operate with built-in firmware whose
functions are accessed by the MOBOTIX MxManagementCenter remote stations and
MOBOTIX MxBell.
The M16 models therefore also feature a variety of functions that are integrated in the firmware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notification via
video IP telephony. The virtual PTZ functions allow you to continuously zoom into or out of
a MOBOTIX camera image using either the mouse wheel or a joystick.
When recording image or video sequences, you can choose to store either the section of the
live image that is visible or the full sensor image (full image storage). This also allows you
to examine parts of an image or video that had not been visible in the live image section on
display at the time of the recording.
Unlike in the camera systems from other manufacturers, there is no need to buy and install
additional software on your computer thanks to the MOBOTIX firmware that can be accessed
directly in a web browser via the camera IP address. Instead of using a web browser, you
can also download the free MxManagementCenter video management software from the
MOBOTIX website (www.mobotix.com > Support) to quickly display multiple cameras on
one monitor or on an entire video wall, switch alarms with sound or conveniently search for
an event. The MOBOTIX MxBell for iOS and Android devices (iOS 11/Android 5.0 and higher)
is also available free of charge from the App Store/Google Play for your mobile applications.
Download free of charge
from www.mobotix.com
No license fees!
Free updates!
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1.6.2 MxManagementCenter
MxManagementCenter (MxMC) is a completely new development that focuses on a unique
and intuitive user experience. Single and double click, drag&drop, support of several screens
and direct view of events and alarm messages are just some of the many advantages of the
new software.
MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras representing the decentralized concept at its best. MxMC allows controlled recording access via
the camera or later directly to the NAS.
A unique feature is the adaptive bandwidth management supporting quality search even
over mobile networks with very limited bandwidth. MxMC is 100% free of charge, requiring
no license or update costs and at the same time having no limits in terms of users, screens
and cameras.
MxManagementCenter – simple operation of the most important camera functions:
Download free of charge
from www.mobotix.com
No license fees!
Free updates!
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Integration of an unlimited number of cameras
•
Camera groups with representation in Grid and Graphic views, Grid views with a focus
window and many controls
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Optical and audible alarming of new events
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Instant Player that allows for quick viewing of the latest events during live video monitoring operation
•
Easy use of multiple monitors by double-clicking on the live image, grid or event image
•
Door station functions (intercom, open door, turn light on/off, etc.)
•
Subsequent distortion correction of hemispheric camera images - in live images and
in recordings
MOBOTIX Software
1.6.3 MOBOTIX MxBell
Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notifications! Use MOBOTIX MxBell on your smartphone or tablet to receive notifications from the doorbell of a MOBOTIX IP Video Door Station
and live views from MOBOTIX cameras. This app helps you open the door and enables handsfree talking, automatic camera search, a live view, camera connection via SSL and display
of the connection status.
Our new MOBOTIX MxBell is here!
The update scores with its new playback function, which makes it possible to search through
the recorded events for the integrated Door Stations and cameras at a specific time point
and play back the individual clips. In addition, the Grid view will simultaneously display up
to four cameras, which in particular is a great advantage for small installations.
•
Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notifications.
•
Displays doorbell messages from MOBOTIX IP Video Door Stations.
•
Live views from MOBOTIX IP cameras with gesture-controlled PTZ function.
•
Open the door from anywhere, hands-free talking.
•
Automatic camera search, live view and camera connection using SSL.
•
Displays the connection status.
•
Supports remote connections and mobile data.
•
iOS 11/Android 5.0 and higher
Free download from App
Store/Google Play
No license fees!
Free updates!
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2
INSTALLATION
The Q26 is primarily designed for installation on walls or ceilings. The supplied B016 180°
lens captures the entire room, practically from wall to wall and from floor to the ceiling.
See Section 2.2, «Mounting the Camera Without Accessories» and the following sections
for information on the different installation options; the drilling templates are available for
downloading from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center > Documentation >
Drilling Templates.
2.1
Preparing the Installation
Before mounting the MOBOTIX Q26, the following questions should be answered:
1. Where will the camera be mounted?
Mounting to a ceiling or wall; see Section 2.1.1 and Section 2.1.2
2. Which other mounting options are available?
On-wall mounting, in-ceiling mounting, vandalism protection, wall mounting, pole
mounting, see Section 2.1.3
3. How is the camera connected to network and how is power supplied?
MX-NPA-PoE or other PoE components (IEEE 802.3af), see Section 2.1.4
4. How are the connections furnished from the building?
Wall outlets, see Section 2.1.5
5. What cabling considerations are necessary?
Wiring, see Section 2.1.6 and Section 2.9
The following sections contain a brief answer to each of these questions, as well as references
to the relevant sections in this manual. For more information on the MOBOTIX Q26 and
available accessories, please see www.mobotix.com.
Wall installation with
On-Wall Set 10°
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Preparing the Installation
2.1.1 Wall-Mounted
To make optimal use of the high-resolution 180° panorama functionality of the Q26, the
camera must be mounted on an internal or external wall. The entire hemisphere of the room
directly in front of the camera is then effectively monitored, from the wall on the left of the
camera to the wall on the right. Corresponding fine-tuning in the user interface software
allows the displayed panorama image to be adjusted to different practical applications (see
Section 3.3, «Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording»).
Wall installation with
On-Wall Set 10°
The camera should preferably be mounted in
the middle of the room
to be monitored using
the 10° On-Wall Set
The Q26 Panorama: one camera - three simultaneous views
High-resolution 180° panorama
Virtual PTZ 1
Original image from the
camera shown above
using the 10° On-Wall Set
(Panorama Focus View)
Virtual PTZ 2
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Selecting an Appropriate Camera Position
The Q26 is primarily suited to providing an excellent overview, and less suitable for more
exact details. For active operation, the camera should be mounted at a (out of direct reach)
height ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 m. People, for example, may be identified very well at distances
of up to 1.5 m, and with sufficient detail at up to 3 m. Objects can be recognized even at
distances of 5 m and more from the camera. During installation, ensure that the camera is
focused on the most important areas of the room as directly as possible, in order to provide
the desired level of detail recognition. For wall installation, use of the 10° On-Wall Set is
ideal in many cases.
2.5 to 3.5 m/8 to 11.5 ft
Camera focus (best image quality) - standard installation
Identification
Recognition
Perception
1.50 m/5 ft
3 m/10 ft
5 m/16.4 ft
2.5 to 3.5 m/8 to 11.5 ft
Wall Mount: Mounting
the camera at the
center of the wall
Mounting at the center of the wall
The OBEN / TOP label
is only visible when the
outer shell is removed
Hint: The Q26 should always be installed on a wall such that the arrow on the camera housing
marked OBEN / TOP points towards the ceiling of the room.
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Wall Installation with the 10° On-Wall Set for Image Optimization
An on-wall set, available as an accessory in 0° and 10° inclinations, may also be used for
installation. While the 0° set primarily offers easier installation and more storage space for
cables and add-on modules (WLAN, connectors, etc.), the 10° set may also increase the
image quality in certain cases. In particular for wall installations which must be carried out
at greater heights for technical or other reasons (over doors, windows, etc.,) adding a slight
tilt to the camera, and thus also the lens, will return better results, as the center of the lens
is then focused more directly on the center of activity in the room (optimal utilization of lens
capabilities).
focus (b
est ima
2.5 to 3.5 m/8 to 11.5 ft
Camera
ge qua
lity) - o
ptimize
d with
10° On
Optimized image quality
through wall installation
with On-Wall Set 10°
-Wall S
et
Wall Mounting Over a Wall Outlet
Professional wall or ceiling installation of a Q26 is generally possible without accessories.
However, due to elevation of the rear casing of the camera caused by connections and
holders, a wall outlet should be installed prior to camera installation (see drilling template
Q26). This provides perfect protection to the cabling, ensuring that it cannot be seen or
damaged from outside.
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2.1.2 Ceiling-Mounted
Discreet ceiling installation
using the In-Ceiling Set
Thanks to its hemispherical lens, a single Q26 can monitor an entire room right into each
of the four corners (360° Panorama View). The camera’s should ideally be positioned on the
ceiling in the center of the room. Due to its inherent physical and optical properties, the
precision of the lens decreases as
the distance from the lens grows.
This means that the maximum
usable image area varies greatly
depending on the intended purpose
of the camera. Rooms with a square
floor area of up to approx. 40 m² in
general allow recognizing details
even at the borders of the full image.
If you would only like to know if
persons enter a room, or to monitor
specific objects, rooms of up to
100 m² floor area can be monitored
using a single Q26.
The image quality (precision) diminishes as the distance of an object to the camera focus point
Outdoors, the Q26 is usually
increases: 1 very good, 2 good, 3 satisfactory
mounted on a building wall, corner or pole instead of the ceiling.
For this situation, we recommend the use of the practical wall mount from the range of
accessory products (see Section 2.6) or an extension.
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Preparing the Installation
Non-Square Rooms
When viewing a 360° (full) image in the browser, you will notice that the top and bottom of
the image is not fully visible, i.e. some image information has been clipped. This is not a fault
of the camera, but intended behavior that aims at achieving the best possible utilization of
the image sensor by the camera software. Bearing this in mind, it is advisable to install the
Q26 in rectangular room ceilings so that the arrow marked OBEN / TOP points towards one
of the longer walls of the room as shown in the figure.
Original full image from the
Q26 (ceiling installation
in a rectangular room)
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Never mount the camera
to metal surfaces (condensation may damage the
camera): MOBOTIX recommends using an On-Wall
Mount or the Wall Mount
Lowered Mounting or Mounting on Extensions
When mounting the camera in rooms with a high
ceiling , or outdoors, it may be advisable to mount
the camera in a lower position. This reduces the
distance between the camera and the objects
that are to be monitored, which in turn increases
the recognizability of details. One practical solution would be to install the camera on a base
plate attached to a suitable extension (metal
tube) hanging from the ceiling. The network cable
can be hidden from view by running through the
interior of the tube.
Similar to lowered mounting from the ceiling,
you can also attach the camera to an extension
mounted to a wall to better use the 360° image
of the camera (e.g. outside, above a portal). Such
an installation would use the pole mount accessory (MX-D22-OPT-MH) in conjunction with the
wall mount (MX-D22-OPT-WH) as a sturdy base
for the camera, which is then mounted to the
extension pole.
MOBOTIX does not recommend attaching the
camera directly to metal carriers, especially when
mounting the camera outdoors or when the
ambient temperature varies greatly. As an additional measure to protect the camera against
condensation, you should use either the On-Wall
set (MX-D22-OPT-AP) or the Wall Mount (MX-D22OPT-WH).
For the installation on
building corners, the Corner
and Pole Mount and a Wall
Mount will be needed
Installation on Building Corners with the
Corner and Pole Mount
This is a special method of Q26 installation,
offering substantial advantages for the outdoor
surveillance of buildings.
The hemispherical lens of a single Q26 can cover
the entire 270° range from one building wall to
the other, for an “around the corner” view!
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Preparing the Installation
2.1.3 Mounting Options
On-Wall Installation (MX-OPT-AP)
The On-Wall Set can reliably protect external cables if the cables cannot
be fed in the center below the camera housing. The On-Wall mount also
provides ample space for extra modules.
On-Wall Set (IP65, for
outdoor applications)
On-Wall Installation with 10° Inclination (MX-OPT-AP-10DEG)
This On-Wall Set is identical to the regular On-Wall Set, except that the
mounted camera is tilted by 10 degrees. The inclination makes it possible
for the camera to deliver the best images even in demanding situations.
On-Wall Set 10° (IP65, for
outdoor applications)
In-Ceiling Installation (MX-OPT-IC)
The In-Ceiling Set allows the Q26 camera to be installed in suspended
ceilings, for example. This type of installation provides optimum protection for the camera and reduces the visible profile to a minimum,
since the camera only protrudes 24 mm from the ceiling.
Discreet in-ceiling
installation; decorative
outer ring also available
in stainless steel
Vandalism Set (MX-Q26-OPT-VANDAL)
The Vandalism Set provides added protection for Q26 cameras. The
set consists of a robust stainless steel cover (matt or polished) and
an impact-resistant polycarbonate dome. A camera equipped with the
Vandalism Set is perfectly suited for applications in demanding environments (such as prisons, trouble areas, train stations, etc.).
Vandalism Set (IP65)
Wall Mount (MX-OPT-WH)
The Q26/D25M Wall Mount is the ideal solution for mounting the to
walls for indoor and outdoor applications. The camera is absolutely
dustproof and resistant against water jets (IP65). The wall mount also
covers RJ45 wall outlets and has ample space for additional modules.
Wall Mount made from
sturdy PBT-30GF (IP65)
Corner and Pole Mount (MX-OPT-MH)
The MOBOTIX Corner and Pole Mount is the ideal choice when mounting
the MOBOTIX Q26 to a pole or building corner (Panorama View covering
approx 270°). This mount can only be used in conjunction with the wall
mount. For poles with a diameter ranging from 60 to 180 mm.
Outdoor Corner and Pole
Mount made from stainless steel (in conjunction
with Wall Mount)
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Stand/Wall Mount for Camera Tests (MX-OPT-TW-Demo-1)
The Stand/Wall Mount is a useful accessory for testing and for finding the optimum mounting
position of the camera. The set also includes an Allen wrench as well as a Torx screw with
dowel and the corresponding Torx wrench for installing as alternative wall mount for testing.
Using as a Stand (with/without tripod)
Using this stand, you can now place the camera upright on a flat surface or mount the whole
assembly on a tripod (1/4” tripod thread at the bottom of the stand).
Converting to a wall mount (simulation of On-Wall set with 10 deg. tilt)
1. If required, release the two stainless steel Allen screws
and remove the camera from the stand/wall mount.
2. Place the camera with the two upper body
screws exactly into the two receptacles of
the Stand/Wall Mount. Note: The print on
the camera back is upright.
Installation hint: The
print on the camera
back is upright.
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3. Mount the camera to the stand using the two stainless steel
Allen screws.
4. Use the Torx screw to fasten the mount onto the wall. Make
sure that the head of the screw is not tight against the wall,
but that it still has 5 mm/0.2 in to go.
5 mm/
0.20 in
5. Slide the entire assembly from above over the Torx screw in
the wall.
6. Properly tighten the Torx screw to secure the assembly in
the desired position. There is a special hole in the Stand/Wall
Mount to access the Torx screw.
Caution
The Stand/Wall Mount has been only designed used for testing purposes. Make sure that
you replace this mount by a proper wall mount before bringing the system into service.
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2.1.4 Network Connection And Power Supply, UPS
The Q26 supports the Power
over Ethernet standard
IEEE 802.3af (PoE)
Power Over Ethernet (PoE Conforming to IEEE 802.3af)
All Q26 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The Network Power Adapter
(MX-NPA-PoE-Set) may be used for smaller installations. For larger installations, it is worth
investing in a PoE capable supply device available on the market.
PoE Adapter
MX-NPA-PoE
LAN or POWER
PC or POWER
The Network Power Adapter
replaces the crossover
cable when directly connecting to a computer
CAMERA
The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable is 100 m.
The Mx2wire+ media converter set (available as an accessory) can be used to extend the
range of an Ethernet connection up to 500 m in length (maximum transmission speed for a
500-m cable: 45 Mbps and 12 W for the PoE device).
Note
The MOBOTIX Q26 can be powered by switches or routers which support the PoE (Powerover-Ethernet) standard and conform to IEEE 802.3af.
Advantages of PoE power supply:
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Allows setting up centralized backup power supply via the network.
•
Reduces energy consumption.
•
No extra network connection for camera required.
Preparing the Installation
Using Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS)
You should install an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in order to maintain a continuous
power supply even when utility power fails. These devices also provide full protection against
electrical surges and voltage fluctuations, enhancing the reliability of the system as a whole.
When using a more powerful 19” rack-mounted UPS, you can also protect all other network
components (for example, switches, routers, PoE switches, etc.).
UPS units not only protect
the camera against power
failures, they also protect
all other connected network
devices against damage
from voltage peaks and lows
Since MOBOTIX cameras do not require any heating, even during winter, the average power
consumption of approx. 3.5 watts is very low. This, in turn, means that you can centralize the
UPS-protected power supply by injecting power into the Ethernet cables (max. 100 m). This
kind of protected power supply can be used either with MOBOTIX PoE products (MX-NPAPoE + Universal Power Supply) or with PoE-compliant switches according to IEEE 802.3af.
PoE switch
19” system with UPS
PC/server
RAID
UPS
2.1.5 Preparing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box
Once the camera position, the position of the cable outlets and the method of power supply
have been decided upon, the cabling can be installed. Before installing the MOBOTIX Q26,
you should make sure that the network connections have been properly tested so that the
proper functioning of the camera is guaranteed.
If the camera is to be installed outdoors, you should also install the MOBOTIX
MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box (optional accessory). This interface box not only provides
overvoltage protection of up to 4 kV for MOBOTIX IP cameras, it also provides simple
and weatherproof connection of the cameras to a network patch cable (-RJ45 variant) or a
network installation cable (-LSA variant).
For additional information on the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, open the Products >
Accessories > Interface Boxes section on www.mobotix.com.
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2.1.6 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection
When installing the wiring inside or outside of buildings, make sure you always adhere to
the relevant regulations on wiring, fire prevention and protection against lightning.
MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the effects of small electrical surges by a range of
measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from being damaged when
stronger electrical surges occur. Particular care should be taken when installing the camera
outside to ensure proper protection against lightning, as this also protects the building
and the entire network infrastructure.
MOBOTIX recommends having MOBOTIX cameras installed only by certified specialists accustomed to installing network devices and having proper respect for the applicable regulations
regarding lightning protection and fire prevention as well as the current technology for
preventing damages from electrical surges.
Guidelines for Wiring
•
Data cable: Make sure you only use double-shielded CAT5 or
higher cable (S/STP) for Ethernet connections.
•
Outdoors: Installing the camera outdoors requires special
precautions and measures regarding the cables as well as
lightning and surge protection (see below).
•
Wire lengths: The cable segments must not exceed the maximum allowed cable lengths in order to ensure proper data
transfer (see Section 2.9).
•
Avoiding induction: When running data cables parallel to existing regular power lines or
high-voltage wires, make sure you observe the minimum distances to the power cables.
Fire Prevention
When installing the power lines to the camera, make sure you always adhere to the country-specific regulations (e.g. VDE in Germany, IEEE in the USA) in effect on wiring and fire
prevention at the site of the installation.
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Lightning and Surge Protection
In order to avoid damage to MOBOTIX cameras from overvoltages, you should always install
the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box. This competitively priced and weatherproof network
connector provides reliable protection against overvoltages of up to 4 kV; the box is easily
installed in the Outdoor Wall Mount, for example (see Section 1.5.13, «MX-OvervoltageProtection-Box»).
More information is available at an institution such as the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC, www.iec.ch) or at a manufacturer of protection devices against lightning
and electrical surges, such as Dehn (www.dehn.de).
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2.2
Mounting the Camera Without Accessories
2.2.1 Mounting Instructions
The Q26, being an overview camera, is primarily designed for installation on walls or
ceilings. Direct installation of the camera without any accessories is, in general, always
possible, however - due to elevation of the rear casing of the camera where connections
and their holders are - a flush-mounted wall outlet should be installed first.
Installation over a standard
flush-mounted wall outlet
(minimum installation
depth 20 mm/8 in)
The drilling template also includes a blue circle marking the minimum size and position of
this wall outlet, in addition to the drilling holes. To guarantee maximum coverage of the
room by the camera, the Q26 should be positioned on the wall or ceiling as close to the
middle of the room as possible.
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Required Tools
Please check that all components supplied with the camera are present in the original
packaging first (see Section 1.4.1, «The Q26 Camera»). The following additional tools are
required for installation:
•
Any additional materials for fastening the camera to a ceiling/wall, if necessary – 4
wood screws incl. screw anchors and washers are included in the original packaging.
•
Screwdriver
•
Power drill for screw anchor holes needed for ceiling/wall mounting
•
MOBOTIX Drilling Templates (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com,
Support > Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates)
•
Scissors to cut out the template
•
Pen to mark the drill holes
•
Materials and any tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable
in the camera with the on-site network cable.
•
Wall outlet and tools to install the outlet in the wall/ceiling (keyhole saw)
•
Soft cotton cloth to clean the front of the lens
Q26 seen from the side
with cable bent properly
Due to the space required
for cable and connectors,
we recommend a flushmounted wall outlet with
an installation depth of
at least 20 mm/8 in
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2.2.2 Procedure
1. Install and prepare the network connection.
RJ45 patch cable: 50 cm
(19.7 in) cable incl., other
lengths available from
MOBOTIX as accessories
Due to the space required
for cable and connectors,
we recommend a flushmounted wall outlet with
an installation depth of
at least 20 mm/8 in
2. Install the flush-mounted wall outlet: The pre-installed
cable attached to the camera must be connected with the
on-site network cable. For installation without accessories,
a flush-mounted wall outlet must be installed first, in order
to provide a connection. The cabling is perfectly protected
and cannot be seen or damaged. The camera cannot be
mounted directly on top of protruding wall outlets. Use the
camera drilling template (available for downloading from
www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center >
Documentation > Drilling Templates) to mark the position
of the wall outlet for the desired camera position.
3. Remove the outer shell: Remove all four Allen screws using
the supplied Allen wrench and lift off the outer shell.
4. Drill the holes: Drill the holes for the supplied screw
anchors (see drilling template). Remember to take the
proper direction of the camera into consideration (OBEN
/ TOP arrow pointing upwards for wall installation, or in
the direction of the longer wall for ceiling installation in
rectangular rooms).
5. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable
to the camera patch cable using a standard connector.
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6. Mount the camera: Use the (included) screws to affix the
mounting ring and the camera at the designated position.
7. Install the rubber seal: Place the rubber seal with the
groove around the edge of the black mounting ring of the
camera.
8. Attach the outer shell: Replace the outer shell and screw
all four Allen screws tight using the supplied Allen wrench.
Ensure that the rubber seal is properly positioned.
9. Clean the lens: If necessary, gently clean the front of the lens with a soft cotton cloth.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the surface of the glass when cleaning the lens.
10. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the
camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»
and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the
computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor as well.
Caution
The maximum torque for all screws is 1 to 1.2 Nm.
Only use the factory pre-installed network cable supplied with the MOBOTIX camera.
Always ensure that the cable retainer with bayonet catch is closed properly around
the network cable. All openings at the back of the camera housing except the pressure
equalization element need to be sealed properly with the rubber plugs. This is the only
way to guarantee that the camera remains weatherproof.
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Note
Note on fastening cables leading in to the camera:
Cables passing in to the back of the camera (patch cable for the network connection and
ExtIO cable) are secured using a special cable retainer with bayonet catch.
When replacing this cable, ensure that the cable is properly seated in the connector and
that the retainer with the blue bayonet catch is locked (short clockwise turn until it clicks
into place).
Removing the Cable Retainer
Rotate the bayonet catch anti-clockwise to the “open circle” symbol (see figure). The catch
may be removed from the side. The cable can now be pulled out of the camera.
Open the cable retainer by
rotating the bayonet catch
to the marked position
Bayonet catch open
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Caution
Only use original MOBOTIX cables to connect the camera. Standard cables purchased
from other suppliers do not meet the necessary specifications for proper retention (no
IP54 or IP65 weather protection).
Ethernet patch cable
MiniUSB cable
Attaching the Cable Retainer
Insert the cable into the receptacle on the camera. Position the bayonet catch from the side
(opening points to the right). Rotate the bayonet catch clockwise to the “filled circle” symbol (see image). The cable is now properly retained.
Close the cable retainer by
rotating the bayonet catch
to the marked position
Bayonet catch closed
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2.3
Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set
2.3.1 Mounting Instructions
On-Wall sets available in 0° and 10° inclinations allow fast and simple installation of the
Q26 on a wall or room ceiling. When using the set outdoors (IP65), ensure that the screw
holes on the rear of the camera housing are sealed with the included foam rubber washers.
It is not possible to install the on-wall set directly above an on-wall or flush-mounted outlet.
Installation using the 10° On-Wall Set is often the right choice if a Q26 is to be used as a
panorama camera installed at a greater than usual height (3 m or higher). Tilting the lens
in the direction of the center of activity in the room maximizes image quality. Consider the
desired camera position carefully during installation!
If discreet appearance of the Q26 is of particular importance, the In-Ceiling Set for ceiling
installation is the best possible choice (see Section 2.6).
The network connection and drill holes must be prepared correctly before installing the
On-Wall Set (both indoors and outdoors):
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Network connection: You can use any one of the four openings in the On-Wall set to
guide the cabling into the camera. The network cable must be fed through the opening without a connector. An additional connector to connect to the camera cable is
required. When preparing for installation, keep in mind that the camera must later
be positioned in the correct orientation, according to its purpose (OBEN / TOP arrow
pointing upwards for wall installation, or in the direction of the longer wall for ceiling
installation in rectangular rooms).
•
Preparing the drill holes: Use the drilling template for the Q26 On-Wall Set (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center >
Documentation > Drilling Templates) to mark the position for drilling the anchor
holes with regard to the camera position.
Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set
Caution
When using the On-Wall Set outdoors, ensure that the screw holes on the rear of the
camera housing are sealed with the foam rubber washers included in delivery (IP65).
ø 160 mm/6.3 in
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mm/2.91 in
85 mm/3.35 in
Drilling Template On-Wall Set
ø 166 mm/6.54 in
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Notes
Use the drilling template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com, Support >
Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates (valid for both 0° and 10° On-Wall
Sets).
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
The maximum torque for all screws is 1 to 1.2 Nm.
Required Parts
Please check that all components supplied with the On-Wall Set are present in the original
packaging first. The following additional tools are required for installation:
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•
Suitable materials for ceiling/wall installation: 4 wood screws incl. screw anchors
and washers (e.g. from the original camera packaging).
•
Screwdriver
•
Power drill for screw anchor holes needed for ceiling/wall mounting
•
MOBOTIX Drilling Templates (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com)
•
Scissors to cut out the template
•
Pen to mark the drill holes
•
Materials and tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable in
the camera with the on-site network cable.
•
Soft cotton cloth to clean the front of the lens
Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set
2.3.2 Procedure
1. Attach washers: Prior to installation, stick a black foam
rubber washer around each of the four screw holes on the
rear side of the on-wall housing (remove the adhesive foil
and press into place, surface must be clean and free of
grease). This prevents water from entering the housing.
2. Prepare the cabling: Insert the seal into the cable opening of the On-Wall Set such that the black rubber seal is
on the outside. Fix it in place from the inside using a small
hexagonal nut.
3. Mount the On-Wall Set: Mount the On-Wall Set (without
the camera) at the intended position using e.g. the wood
screws (included with Q26 camera, Pos. 1.13). Make sure
the OBEN / TOP arrow points in the correct direction.
4. Cable feeding: Attach the counternut to the network
cable, pass it through the seal from the outside and
tighten the nut. The network cable is now screwed into
the On-Wall Set, weatherproof. All unused openings must
be sealed with the included sealant plugs. The cable
passing into the housing must always be installed using
the supplied three-part fittings.​
5. Remove the camera outer shell: Unscrew all four Allen
screws with the supplied Allen wrench. Remove the outer
shell.
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6. Remove the mounting ring: Separate the black mounting ring from the camera housing (lift the spring clip).
This ring is not required when mounting the camera to
the On-Wall set.
7. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable
to the network cable passing through the On-Wall Set
using a standard connector. Excess cable can be stored
easily within the On-Wall mount.
8. Attach the camera to the mount: The camera must be
seated firmly within the On-Wall mount. The tapered
guides at the back of the camera housing fit exactly into
the openings of the On-Wall mount. Once, again, ensure
that OBEN / TOP arrow points in the correct direction.
9. Attach the outer shell: Position the outer shell without
the rubber seal and tighten all four Allen screws using
the included Allen wrench.
10. Clean the lens: If necessary, gently clean the front of
the lens with a soft cotton cloth. Do not apply excessive
pressure to the surface of the glass when cleaning the lens.
11. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the
camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»
and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the
computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor as well.
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2.4
Mounting the Camera with the In-Ceiling Set
The decorative ring is
available in different colors
and in stainless steel
2.4.1 Mounting Instructions
The In-Ceiling Set offers the most stylish installation option for the Q26. When properly
installed, the only visible component is a particularly sleek and discreet hemispheric camera,
while most of the remaining components are concealed inside the ceiling.
For these reasons, the Q26 installed with the In-Ceiling Set is the preferred option for most
indoor spaces frequented by customers or the general public (e.g. hotels, restaurants, banks,
retail stores, public buildings, etc.).
The common use of suspended ceilings in commercial and public buildings is an additional
reason to place a preference on in-ceiling installation. The installation process is also simplified, as the network cable may be laid without difficulty and only a 15 cm diameter hole
must be cut in the ceiling or ceiling component.
Before installing the MOBOTIX Q26 to an indoor location using the In-Ceiling Set, you must
prepare the network connection and drill a hole for the camera:
•
Network connection: The network cable is fed through the ceiling directly above the
camera.
When preparing for installation, keep in mind (particularly with regard to cable slack)
that the camera may later need to be repositioned in the correct orientation, according
to its specific purpose (OBEN / TOP arrow pointing in the direction of the longer wall
for ceiling installation in rectangular rooms).
•
Cut a hole for installation: The hole should have a diameter of 150 mm (see drilling
template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com).
See Section 2.4, «Mounting
the Camera with the
In-Ceiling Set» for a
detailed description
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Drilling Template In-Ceiling Set
5.9
m/
ø
in
Clamping range
6 to 22 mm/
0.24 to 0.86 in
ø 180 mm/7.09 in
24.1 mm/
0.95 in
The In-Ceiling Set can be
used in panels ranging
from 6 to 22 mm/0.24
to 0.86 in thickness
m
150
Notes
Use the drilling template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com, Support >
Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates.
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
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Required Parts
Please check that all components supplied with the In-Ceiling Set are present in the original
packaging first. The following additional tools are required for installation:
•
Power drill with matching hole saw (150 mm diameter) or jigsaw
•
MOBOTIX Drilling Templates (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com)
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Scissors to cut out the template
•
Pen to mark the hole positions
•
Two blue In-Ceiling wrenches from the In-Ceiling Set
•
Materials and tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable in
the camera with the on-site network cable.
•
Soft cotton cloth to clean the front of the lens
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2.4.2 Procedure
1. Prepare the network connection: Run the network cable above the suspended ceiling
and ensure that enough cable slack is available.
2. Cut a hole for installation: Cut a round hole for camera
installation (e.g. with a 150 mm hole saw). Use the supplied cutting template of the In-Ceiling Set (available for
downloading from www.mobotix.com).
3. Remove the outer shell: Remove all four Allen screws
using the supplied Allen wrench and lift off the outer shell.
4. Remove the mounting ring: Separate the mounting ring
from the camera housing. This ring is not required when
mounting the camera in the In-Ceiling Set.
5. Place the camera in the In-Ceiling Set: The dovetail guides
at the back of the camera housing fit exactly into the
openings of the In-Ceiling mounting ring.
6. Connect the cable: Connect the on-site network cable to
the camera network cable using a standard connector.
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7. Insert the camera and the In-Ceiling Set into the hole: Make sure that all winged
cams are retracted before placing the In-Ceiling Set with the camera into the hole.
Pay attention to the orientation: the OBEN / TOP arrow should point in the direction
of the longer wall for ceiling installation in rectangular rooms. Tightening the screws
of the In-Ceiling Set extends the winged cams, thus firmly holding the set in place.
The blue winged cams
(see left) automatically
secure the In-Ceiling
Set in the ceiling when
tightening the screws
8. Install the decorative ring: Use the two wrenches from
the In-Ceiling Set to place the ring on the set as shown in
the figure and turn the ring clockwise until it stops.
The two wrenches from the In-Ceiling Set may also be
used for dismounting. Insert them as shown and turn the
ring counter-clockwise. Loosen the screws of the In-Ceiling
Set; this will automatically retract the winged cams. You
can now remove the In-Ceiling Set, with the camera still
attached, from the ceiling.
Installing the decorative
ring: turn clockwise
Removing the decorative
ring: turn counter-clockwise
- only relevant when completely removing the camera
9. Clean the lens: If necessary, gently clean the front of the lens with a soft cotton cloth.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the surface of the glass when cleaning the lens.
10. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to
the camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»
and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the
computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor as well.
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2.5
Installing the Vandalism Set
2.5.1 Mounting Instructions
The Vandalism Set serves to provide additional security and protection for Q26 cameras.
It may be installed with little effort and at low cost. This set is recommended for use under
particularly demanding conditions (such as prisons, trouble areas, train stations, etc.). The
set consists of a robust stainless steel cover for the camera housing (matt or polished) and
an impact-resistant dome cover made of reinforced plastic.
To install the Vandalism Set, simply mount the stainless steel cover and the included security
screws (with the four mounted spacers) over the standard housing.
Scope of Delivery and Required Parts
Please check that all components supplied with the Vandalism Set are present in the original
packaging first. The following additional tools are required for installation:
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Allen wrench for removing the standard outer shell (included in Q26 packaging)
•
Screwdriver with bit receptacle for the two-hole driver bit
•
Clean and soft cotton cloth
Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set
2.5.2 Procedure
In order to install the Vandalism Set, replace the white plastic outer shell of the Q26, including the Allen screws, with the stainless steel cover, the security screws and the four spacers
of the Vandalism set.
1. Remove the outer shell: Remove all four Allen screws using
the supplied Allen wrench and lift off the outer shell.
2. Remove the lens gasket: Unscrew the lens using the lens
wrench (included with the camera) and remove the lens
gasket.
3. Replace the lens: Screw the lens back in using the lens
wrench.
4. Adjust the live image: Establish a connection to the camera as described in
Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview» and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor.
Select the highest available image resolution. Check image sections (image center and
focus) on the computer monitor and adjust the lens with the lens wrench if necessary.
5. Clean the lens: If necessary, gently clean the front of the lens with a soft cotton
cloth. Caution: Do not apply excessive pressure to the surface of the glass when
cleaning the lens!
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6. Mount the dome: Screw the dome on in a clockwise direction using the supplied
wrench. If required, clean the dome gently using a soft cotton cloth before completing
installation. Check the sharpness of the camera image again, and correct it if necessary.
Lens wrench for
installing the dome
7. Mount the spacers: Place the four spacers on the mounting ring.
Spacers for Vandalism set
Maximum torque for all
screws is 1 to 1.2 Nm
4x
Security screw and
two-hole driver bit
Stainless steel cover must be
positioned correctly to line
up with the LED openings
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8. Mount the stainless steel cover: Position the stainless
steel cover as shown and tighten the security screws using
the included two-hole driver bit.
Installing the Wall Mount
2.6
Installing the Wall Mount
2.6.1 Mounting Instructions
The Wall Mount allows you to easily mount Q26 cameras to walls or extensions, both indoors
and outdoors. The camera remains IP65 weatherproof (dust-proof and resistant to water
jets). The Wall Mount also covers RJ45 wall outlets and has ample space for additional
modules (WLAN, batteries, etc.).
Before mounting the MOBOTIX Q26 with the Wall Mount, you must prepare the network
connection and drill the holes for the fixtures:
•
The on-site network cabling is passed through the opening
in the back of the wall mount. The cable and the required
(standard) connector for the camera cable (patch cable) are
ideally protected by a robust wall sealing made from foam
rubber. Nothing is visible or accessible from the outside.
The Wall Mount may be mounted directly on top of flush
or protruding wall outlets. Maximum width x height of the
outlet: 88 mm x 80 mm.
•
Only use the Q26 factory installed patch cable (50 cm cable length) or a MOBOTIX
cable of different length available from the range of accessories.
•
All openings of the camera housing need to be closed off properly. This is the only way
to guarantee that the camera remains weatherproof.
•
The included screw anchors should be used for the drill holes in the wall. Use the drilling
template for the Q26 Wall Mount (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com,
Support > Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates) to mark the position for drilling the holes and the holes through which the cables will later be fed.
Direct installation over
on-wall and flushmounted wall outlets
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Direct installation over
on-wall and flushmounted wall outlets
Höhe: 125 mm
Drilling the Holes for the Wall Mount
Depth: 201 mm/7.91 in
Width: 216 mm/8.5 in
Notes
Use the drilling template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com, Support >
Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates.
Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when
printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
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Installing the Wall Mount
Scope of Delivery and Required Parts
Please check that all components supplied with the Wall Mount Set are present in the original
packaging first. The following additional tools are required for installation:
•
Power drill for screw anchor holes
•
Screwdriver
•
MOBOTIX Drilling Templates (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com)
•
Scissors to cut out the template
•
Pen to mark the hole positions
•
Materials and tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable in
the camera with the on-site network cable
•
Clean and soft cotton cloth
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2.6.2 Procedure
1. Remove the camera housing: Remove all four Allen screws
using the supplied Allen wrench and lift off the outer shell.
The screws and outer shell will be needed again shortly.
2. Remove the camera mounting ring: Separate the black
mounting ring from the camera housing. This ring is not
required when mounting the camera to the Wall Mount.
3. Separate the bottom plate from the Wall Mount: The
bottom plate is used to hold the camera and is only
attached and screwed into place during a later step.
4. Pass the camera cable up through the bottom of the
bottom plate: Ensure the orientation is correct. The spring
clips should be on the underside of the bottom plate.
5. Snap the camera into place on the bottom plate: Firmly
push the camera into the Wall Mount. The plastic spring
clips will snap into place when the trapezoidal elements
on the rear of the camera housing exactly match up with
the corresponding openings on the Wall Mount. Pay attention to the direction of the camera (OBEN / TOP arrow
pointing in the direction of the longer wall for ceiling
installation in rectangular rooms).
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6. Mount the Wall Mount (without camera): Stick the black
wall sealing to the back of the Wall Mount (remove the
adhesive foil first, the surface must be clean and free of
grease). Pass the network cable through the large square
opening and into the Wall Mount. Use the included screws
to install the Wall Mount (without the camera) at the
intended position. Pass the network cable through the
large square opening on back side of the Wall Mount.
7. Connect the cable: Prepare the on-site network cable for
connection with the camera patch cable using a standard
connector. Excess cable can be stored easily within the
Wall Mount.
8. Install the bottom plate with the camera in the Wall
Mount: Connect the camera patch cable to the network
cable. Then mount the bottom plate with the camera in
the slots from below and fix it in place on the Wall Mount
using the 4 Allen screws (Allen wrench included).
9. Attach the outer shell: Position the outer shell (without
the rubber seal) and tighten all four Allen screws using
the included Allen wrench.
10. Clean the lens: If necessary, gently clean the front of the lens with a soft cotton cloth.
Do not apply excessive pressure to the surface of the glass when cleaning the lens.
11. Establish a connection to the camera, check the image: Establish a connection to the
camera as described in Section 3.1, «Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview»
and the following sections. The live image from the camera should be visible on the
computer monitor. Check image sections on the computer monitor as well.
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2.7
Installing the Corner and Pole Mount
2.7.1 Mounting Instructions
The Corner and Pole Mount is made from stainless steel and is extremely robust and rustproof. It is used in combination with the Wall Mount described in Section 2.6, in the case
that a Q26 is to be installed on a pole or building corner. The Wall Mount required for complete installation must be ordered separately.
The mounting pole should have a diameter between 60
and 180 mm. Thanks to the 360° panorama view from
above, installing the camera on the corner of a building
makes it possible to monitor a range of approximately
270° from one building wall to the other (around the
corner) with one single Q26 camera.
By design, the Corner and Pole Mount cannot be
mounted above a wall outlet for the camera cabling.
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Installing the Corner and Pole Mount
Required Parts
Please check that all components supplied with the Corner and Pole Mount Set are present
in the original packaging first.
The following additional tools are required for installation as a pole mount:
•
Screwdriver
•
Materials and tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable in
the camera with the on-site network cable.
The following additional tools are required for installation of the corner mount:
•
Power drill for screw anchor holes
•
Screwdriver
•
Scissors to cut out the template
•
Pen to mark the hole positions
•
Materials and tools needed to connect the pre-installed MOBOTIX network cable in
the camera with the on-site network cable.
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2.7.2 Mounting to a Pole
Use the supplied stainless steel straps to affix the Corner and Pole Mount to a pole.
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Guide the supplied stainless steel straps through the
openings in the Corner and Pole Mount as shown in the
figure. Make sure that you are using the slots of the mount
that fit best for the thickness of the pole. The stainless
steel straps allow attaching the mount to poles with
diameters between 60 and 180 mm.
•
Guide the on-site network cable from behind through
one of the large round holes of the Corner and Pole Mount.
In order to properly protect the cabling, it is best to pass
the cabling from the inside of the pole through the Corner
and Pole Mount directly into the camera (concealed
cabling). Note: The cable length from the pole should
be at least 80 cm!
•
Tighten the stainless steel straps on the Pole Mount
with a screwdriver. If necessary, the ends of the straps
can be cut off.
Installing the Corner and Pole Mount
2.7.3 Mounting to a Wall or Building Corner
Use the included screw anchors, screws and washers to affix the Corner and Pole Mount to
a building corner.
•
Mark the four screw anchor holes on the corner of the
building, ensuring that the arrows on the mount point
upwards. Drill the holes with a 10 mm wall drill.
•
Pass the on-site network cable through one of the large
round holes at the back of the Corner and Pole Mount,
then through one of the 16 mm diameter holes on the
front of the mount. In order to properly protect the cabling,
you should let the cabling run from the inside of the
building through the Corner and Pole Mount directly into
the camera (concealed cabling). Note: The cable length
from the building corner should be at least 80 cm!
•
Place the included wall anchors in the drilled holes and
screw the Corner and Pole Mount into place on the corner
of the building using the wood screws and washers. Use
the drilling template (available for downloading from
www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center >
Documentation > Drilling Templates) to mark the positions for drilling the holes.
•
Next, install the Wall Mount on the Corner and Pole Mount
(see next section).
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2.7.4 Mounting the Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount
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Feed the cables through the appropriate hole at the
back of the Outdoor Wall Mount. The wall sealing on
the Wall Mount must be in place already (see Section 2.6,
«Installing the Wall Mount»).
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Use the 6x20 mm Allen screws, Ø 6 mm washers and M6
nuts included with the Corner and Pole Mount and attach
the Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount.
•
Then continue with the remaining work steps described
in Section 2.6.2!
Replacing the MicroSD Card
2.8
Replacing the MicroSD Card
The camera must be taken down to remove, insert or replace a MicroSD card. To avoid data
loss, be sure to deactivate MicroSD card recording in the camera software and reboot the
MOBOTIX camera before removing the card.
Caution
A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated
Recording to SD Card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead to data loss!
2.8.1 Removing the MicroSD Card
1. Deactivate recording: Recording to MicroSD card must be deactivated (Admin Menu >
Storage on External File Server / Flash Device). If MicroSD card recording is still active,
deactivate recording and reboot the camera. Section 3.4, «MicroSD Card Recording»,
contains more information on this topic.
Bayonet catch open
2. Remove the outer shell: Remove all four Allen screws
using the supplied Allen wrench and lift off the outer shell.
3. Remove the connection cables: The connected cables
(patch cable, MiniUSB if present) must be removed from
the camera first by rotating and opening the bayonet
catch (see «Removing the Cable Retainer» in Section 2.2.2,
«Procedure»).
Carefully loosen the rear
casing at the openings on
the side with a screwdriver
before removing it.
Push-push function: only
remove the MicroSD card
after first gently pushing it in
4. Remove the back of the camera and take out the MicroSD
card: Remove the four screws from the back plate using
the supplied 2 mm Allen wrench and carefully lift off the
back plate. Gently push on the MicroSD card in the card
slot of the camera. The card will be released from the slot
and can then be removed from the camera.
To use the camera without a MicroSD card, continue with step 2
in the next section.
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Click
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2.8.2 Inserting a MicroSD Card
1. Insert the MicroSD card: Push the MicroSD card into the
card slot as shown, until an audible and perceptible click
indicates it is in place.
Push-push function:
insert MicroSD card, then
push until it clicks
!
Click
2. Mount the back plate: Replace the back plate of the camera housing, ensuring that the back plate screw holes are
correctly positioned above the thread inserts.
Bayonet catch closed
3. Screw the back plate tight and replace the connection
cables: Place the four Allen screws back into the back
plate and tighten the screws using the supplied 2 mm Allen
wrench. The previously removed patch cable must now
be reconnected (see «Attaching the Cable Retainer» in
Section 2.2.2, «Procedure»).
4. Attach the outer shell: Replace the outer shell and screw
all four Allen screws tight using the supplied Allen wrench.
5. Activate recording: If you have inserted a MicroSD card
that has already been MxFFS formatted, you can activate
recording under Admin Menu > Storage on External
File Server / Flash Device. Once the camera has been
rebooted, it automatically activates recording.
6. If you have inserted a new MicroSD card, it must first be formatted as described in
Section 3.4, «MicroSD Card Recording».
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2.9
Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables
2.9.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply
•
Power is supplied to the camera via the camera Ethernet connection (patch or installation
cable). We recommend using a MOBOTIX PoE adapter or another similar high-quality
PoE product to loop-in the power supply:
– One camera: with the PoE adapter (MX-NPA-PoE or MX-NPA-Box)
– Multiple cameras: with PoE products conforming to IEEE 802.3af (PoE switch)
•
The maximum length of the network cable for power supply over an Ethernet cable
is 100 m.
•
Make sure that you only use switches or routers that support the 10/100 Mbps network
interface of the camera.
•
We highly recommend using uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) to provide backup
power.
•
If you are using IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at (PoE+) Power-over-Ethernet network
components to supply power to MOBOTIX cameras, make sure, if possible, that these
components do not have a fan. Since the power consumption of MOBOTIX cameras is
very low compared to other products, the reliability of the entire system is increased,
thus extending the life of these components.
Caution
The power consumption of all attached MxBus modules must not exceed 2.5 W. When
attaching modules to the MxBus connector and the USB socket, the power consumption of all attached modules must not exceed 3 W, if the camera is powered by
PoE class 3. If PoE class 2 is used, the power consumption of all attached modules
must not exceed 1 W!
For more information on changing the PoE class, please see Section 2.9.8, «Variable PoE».
2.9.2 Connecting the Q26 to the Network Using a Patch Cable
Using a patch cable and an MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box or MX-NPA-Box offers the following advantages:
•
Quick installation/deinstallation
•
No shortening of cable even when installing/deinstalling several times
•
Hose-proof/dust-proof connection in accordance with IP65
•
Additional protection against overvoltages of up to 4 kV when using the
MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box.
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Connecting the Patch Cable to an MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, an MX-NPA-Box or a
Standard Network Outlet
To establish the network connection of the camera using an
MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box or an MX-NPA-Box, remove the
blue bayonet catch and the blue sealing plug from the right-hand
side of the box. Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable into the box
and fasten the cable using the blue bayonet catch.
For additional’ information on how to install an
MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box or an MX-NPA-Box, open
the Products > Accessories > Interface Boxes section on
www.mobotix.com.
Patch cable
When using a standard network outlet (only for indoor installations), insert the MOBOTIX
patch cable of the Q26 directly into the network outlet.
If additional cables are required inside the housing, they must be connected as described in
Section 2.9.6, «Connecting a USB Cable» and Section 2.9.7, «Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus
Cable».
2.9.3 Power Supply Using a Switch
1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of
the PoE adapter.
2. Connect the LAN/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet connector of
the switch/router or the Ethernet port.
3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the PC/Power connector of
the PoE adapter.
Power supply
RJ45
LAN/Power
RJ45
PoE adapter
PC/Power
Switch/router
Camera
RJ45
IP addresses in the figure are
shown only as an example!
LAN/www
Camera
(10.8.0.99)
PC
(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)
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2.9.4 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer
1. Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the camera connector of
the PoE adapter.
2. Connect the PC/Power connector of the PoE adapter to the Ethernet port of the
computer.
3. Plug the RJ45 connector of the power supply unit into the LAN/Power connector
of the PoE adapter.
RJ45
LAN/Power
RJ45
PoE adapter
PC/Power
Power supply
Camera
RJ45
PC
(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)
IP addresses in the figure are
shown only as an example!
Camera
(10.8.0.99)
2.9.5 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products
Connect the factory pre-installed cable of the camera to the Ethernet connector of the PoE
switch/router. The switch/router must support the PoE standards IEEE 802.3af or IEEE 802.3at.
LAN/www
PoE/PoE+
switch/router
PC
(10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0)
IP addresses in the figure are
shown only as an example!
Camera
(10.8.0.99)
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Only use USB cables with
angled plugs inside the
housing of the Q26!
2.9.6 Connecting a USB Cable
Using the USB plug (red circle in figure), you can attach
existing expansion modules, such as the MOBOTIX ExtIO
(USB), the MX-232-IO-Box or external USB hard drives to
the camera in a weatherproof and well-protected manner.
Procedure
1. In case the camera had already been installed, remove
the camera so you can access the connectors on the
back.
2. Remove bayonet catch and USB plug: Turn the bayonet catch to the left (red arrow in figure), take it off
and remove the blue USB plug.
3. Connect USB cable: Push the MOBOTIX cable with
the angled MiniUSB plug into the connector (red
circle in figure).
4. Attach bayonet catch: Attach bayonet catch and turn
it clockwise until it gently snaps shut (see figure).
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2.9.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable
You can use such a cable to connect additional MOBOTIX modules (e.g., the MX-GPS-Box or the MX-232-IO-Box) to the Q26.
Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having
two wires) to the MxBus connector (red circle in figure).
Take care not to switch the polarity of the wires. It is recommended to use the same wire color for +/– for the entire
MxBus system (e.g., red = +, blue = –).
The length of the entire
MxBus wiring must not
exceed 50 m/55 yd.
Procedure
1. In case the camera had already been installed, remove the camera so you can access
the connectors on the back.
2. Prepare the MxBus wires: Remove the blue single
wire plug. Strip 5 mm (1/5 in) of insulation from the
wire ends, then push each wire into one of the four
holes in the single wire plug (this prevents humidity
from entering the camera).
Single-wire plug
3. Connect MxBus wires: Push back the blue single wire
plug so that you can easily attach the MxBus wires.
Attach the MxBus wires by firmly pushing the wires
into the corresponding connectors.
If you need to remove one of the wires, unlock the
connector by pressing on the orange-colored area
using a small screwdriver, then pull out the wire.
MxBus connector
4. Close the MxBus connector: Carefully press the single
wire plug into the connector socket and twist the
MxBus wire pairs.
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2.9.8 Variable PoE
The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any peripheral devices connected (see table). PoE classes 1, 2 or 3 may be selected in the browser-based
user interface in order to optimally adjust the camera to your system design (PoE switch in
use, emergency power concept, etc.).
PoE Power Level Classes (IEEE 802.3af Standard)
Class
Max. power consumption
Camera operating mode and peripheral devices
1
0.44 W–3.84 W
LowPower mode; no peripheral devices (available
soon)
2
3.84 W–6.49 W
Normal mode; max. 1 W for MxBus peripheral devices
3
6.49 W–12.95 W
FullPower mode; max. 2.5 W for MxBus peripheral
devices (for example, MX-GPS-Box and MX-232-IO-Box
to MxBus), max. 4 W for peripheral devices to MxBus
and USB interface
Caution
If the total power consumption of the camera and peripheral devices exceeds the power
provided by the PoE switch for the specified class, the switch can disconnect the camera
from the power supply. In this case, the camera will only be accessible again once
the peripheral devices have been disconnected from the camera and the camera
has been restarted.
Variable PoE: Multiple
cameras can be operated
simultaneously from
the same switch
The default setting is usually fine, and nothing needs to be changed. However, the PoE power
class must be changed in the browser if a higher or a lower power class is required for your
application:
1. Select Admin Menu > Network Setup >
Ethernet Interface (for experts).
2. Click on Change under Power Supply.
3. A Power Wizard will appear to guide
you through the PoE configuration
steps.
4. Next, restart the camera: Disconnect
the camera from the power supply.
Then reconnect it, for example, by
disconnecting and then reconnecting
the Ethernet cable at the PoE switch.
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Download the free-of-charge
MxManagementCenter software at www.mobotix.com
3
OPERATING THE CAMERA
3.1
Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview
MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate the
MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems
(such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.). As an alternative, you can also use the MOBOTIX
application MxManagementCenter. Follow these steps to set up the camera:
1. Connect the camera to the network.
Power is supplied directly via the Ethernet cable (see Section 2.9, «Network and Power
Connection, Additional Cables»)
2. Establish a connection to the camera and adjust the network settings, if required.
By factory default, MOBOTIX cameras are booting as DHCP client with an additional
fixed IP address in the 10.x.x.x range (e.g., 10.16.0.128). Local computer networks usually
have IP addresses in the 172 or 192 ranges. Depending on whether a DHCP server is
present on the local network (e.g., a DSL router) or if the network has been set up to
use fixed IP addresses, there are several possibilities for establishing a connection to
the camera and to change its network parameters:
•
Network with DHCP server
– Using a browser:
If you know the IP address that the DHCP server assigned to the camera, simply
enter that address in the browser address bar to directly connect to the camera
(see Section 3.2.2, «First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»).
– Using MxManagementCenter:
With MxManagementCenter, you can show and integrate the camera without having to know its current IP address (see Section 3.2.3, «First Images and Network
Parameter Configuration in MxMC»).
•
Network with fixed IP addresses
In order to access the camera, it must have an IP address within the range of the local
network. To set the camera’s network parameters, you can use one of these methods:
– Manually using a browser:
First, you need to change the network parameters of your computer (see Section 3.2.1,
«Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser» and following …).
– Integration into MxManagementCenter with automatic adjustment of the camera’s IP address:
The camera is displayed in MxManagementCenter despite the fact that the IP address
is not part of the local network. The application allows reconfiguring the network
parameters accordingly (see Section 3.2.3, «First Images and Network Parameter
Configuration in MxMC»).
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3. Configure the camera.
Using the web-based user interface or MxManagementCenter.
Camera software
in the browser
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3.2
First Images and the Most Important Settings
Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the
camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the
network parameters of the camera. If your network has an active DHCP server or is already
using an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range with a 255.0.0.0 network mask, you do not
need to change the camera’s network parameters. You can access the camera directly (see
Section 3.2.2). If your network or computer does not use an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range
(for example, in the 192 or 172 ranges), you should follow one of the following methods for
changing the camera’s network parameters:
•
Manual Setup (see Section 3.2.1)
•
Automatic setup using MxManagementCenter (see Section 3.2.2, «First Images and
the Most Important Settings in the Browser»)
Note
Pressing the key (see
Section 1.4.1, «The Q26
Camera») will prompt
the camera to announce
its current IP address on
the camera speaker
We will use a camera with the factory address 10.8.0.99 in the following examples.
Replace this IP address with the IP address of your camera. You will find the IP address
of your camera on a small sticker on the camera. Make sure that the IP addresses used
in the following examples are not already being used by other devices in the network.
3.2.1 Manually Setting Up the Network Parameters in a Browser
You need a computer that is using a 10.x.x.x IP address in order to manually set up the
network parameters of the MOBOTIX camera. The computer’s network parameters usually
have to be changed for this purpose.
1. Change the Network Parameters of Your Computer:
Windows (XP, Vista and 7):
1. Open Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network
Connections. Clicking on Properties opens the dialog
box shown.
2. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On the
General tab, ac tivate the Use the following IP address
option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range in this
field (for example, 10.8.0.11).
Entry in “Subnet mask”
field: 255.0.0.0
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3. Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer
will have the IP address 10.8.0.11.
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Windows 8.1/10:
1. Open Start > Settings > Control Panel > Network
Connections. Clicking on Properties opens the dialog
box shown.
2. Double-click on Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). On the
General tab, ac tivate the Use the following IP address
option. Enter an IP address in the 10.x.x.x range in this
field (for example, 10.8.0.11).
3. Once all dialog boxes have been closed, the computer
will have the IP address 10.8.0.11.
Entry in “Subnet mask”
field: 255.0.0.0
Linux/Unix:
1. Open a terminal as root user.
2. Enter the following command: ifconfig eth0:1 10.8.0.11
3. The computer is now also using the IP address 10.8.0.11
Mac OS X:
1. Open System Properties > Network.
2. Select Ethernet. In the Configuration field, select
Manual and enter a 10.x.x.x IP address (for example, 10.8.0.11).
3. Click on Apply on the bottom right-hand side of the
dialog box to assign the computer the IP address
10.8.0.11.
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2. Set Up the Target Network Parameters of the MOBOTIX Camera:
1. Open a web browser on the computer and enter the default IP address of the MOBOTIX
camera in the address bar of the browser (for example, 10.8.0.99). Pressing Enter
displays the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera (see also Section 3.2.2, «First Images
and the Most Important Settings in the Browser»).
Default user data
User name: admin
password: meinsm
2. Click on the Admin Menu softbutton in the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera.
The Quick Installation starts automatically once the
admin user has logged on.
Note: The Quick Installation can also be executed at a later stage by opening
Admin Menu > Network Setup > Quick Installation.
3. Enter the target network parameters of the camera on
the appropriate page of the Quick Installation assistant.
Note: The network parameters can also be modified retrospectively via Admin Menu > Network Configuration >
Quick Installation.
4. Once you have completed the Quick Installation and rebooted the camera, the new
network parameters will be activated. The camera can now be connected to the
target network and, if required, further configured.
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3.2.2 First Images and the Most Important Settings in the Browser
Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the power supply and to the network,
you can access the user interface with the live camera image in the web browser. Internet
Explorer, Firefox, Safari or any other graphical browser with activated JavaScript is suitable.
It does not matter which operating system is used.
After entering the camera’s IP address in the browser’s address bar, you will see the live view
of the MOBOTIX camera with its user interface controls, such as softbuttons, buttons for the
different camera screens, pull-down menus (Quick Controls), icons for accessing the online
help and the camera status, and status information elements.
Camera views
Camera status and help
Quick controls
Softbuttons
Note
Default access data for the administration menu
•
User name: admin
•
Password: meinsm
(Password must be changed upon first login – camera software V5.1.x and higher.)
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Camera Views: Live, Player, MultiView
Live view:
http://<camera IP>/
control/userimage.html
The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays the
live screen when it starts up (factory default setting). You can set a different start page in Admin
Menu > Language and Start Page (for example,
the Guest screen) to allow a restricted access to
the live image.
Player screen: http://<camera IP>/control/player
The other available standard screens include
Player (playback of recorded images and video
sequences) and the MultiView screen (displays
several cameras with live or recorded images).
MultiView screen:
http://<camera IP>/
control/multiview
MultiView allows you to view several cameras via
a “proxy” camera (especially useful if you want to
access your cameras from outside of the network
with reduced bandwidth) and the PDA mode provides a special screen for mobile devices.
Guest screen: http://<camera IP>/cgi-bin/
guestimage.html
Note
For more information on camera screens, see the online help of the camera’s user interface.
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3.2.3 First Images and Network Parameter Configuration in MxMC
Installing and Starting MxManagementCenter
Download the current version of MxManagementCenter from the MOBOTIX website
(www.mobotix.com > Support > Download Center > Software Downloads in the
MxManagementCenter area). Double-click the shortcut for the program or the program file.
Finding Cameras
When starting MxManagementCenter for the first time, the configuration wizard opens and
automatically starts searching for MOBOTIX cameras. The number of found cameras is shown
next to the Add button. This number is updated automatically if the number of MOBOTIX
cameras on the network has changed (i.e., by connecting new/disconnecting existing cameras)..
Download
MxManagementCenter
for free from
www.mobotix.com
Click on Add Devices. The cameras are displayed either in a list or as tiles. Use the List and
Tile buttons to change the display mode.
MxManagementCenter automatically monitors and displays the operating status of all cameras. Cameras that are not on the same subnet as the computer are indicated by the
Icon (Camera not in the same network as the computer). Likewise, the cameras that have an
unknown password or for which no user name/password combination has been specified in
(Camera is password-protected).
MxManagementCenter will be displayed with the icon
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Reconfiguring Network Addresses of Cameras
Using Bonjour*, MxManagementCenter finds not only cameras on the same network as your
computer, but also MOBOTIX cameras located in other subnets (status:
). In such a case,
you would not be able to establish any connection to cameras in a different network or subnet.
This is the case, for example, if you are integrating cameras into a network without DHCP
server (i.e., with fixed IP addresses) and the IP address range is different from the 10.x.x.x
range supported by the cameras in addition to DHCP.
MxManagementCenter can automatically configure such a camera so that it is “integrated”
into your existing network. To do so, you have to select the respective camera and then click
button at the bottom of the program window.
on the
The Network Setting dialogue opens.
If you have assigned a fixed IP address to your computer, you will certainly prefer to assign
fixed IP addresses to the cameras. To do so, enter the IP address and the subnet mask. The
IP address is incremented automatically for each selected camera.
When you click on Apply, the selected cameras are automatically reconfigured and they are
located in the same subnet as the computer.
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Adding Cameras
After a camera has been reconfigured, it has the status Accessible and can be integrated
into MxManagementCenter.
Select the desired cameras (use Cmd-click to select several cameras). If the cameras are
password-protected 1 , click on Edit User and Password 2 and enter the user name
and password.
1
3
2
The number of selected cameras is shown on the Next button 3 . Move to the next page
and click on Finish.
For more information, see the MxManagementCenter Tutorial, which can be downloaded as
a PDF file from the MOBOTIX website: www.mobotix.com > Support > Download Center >
Brochures & Guides > Tutorials.
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3.2.4 Start Options of the Camera
By default, the camera starts as DHCP client and automatically tries to get an IP address
from a DHCP server. To start the camera in a mode different from the default mode, you can
activate the boot menu of the camera.
1
2
Preparing the Camera
Key
•
Disconnect the camera’s power supply.
•
Make sure that you have suitable item such as a paper clip at hand, but never use
sharp or pointed objects!
•
Reconnect the power supply of the camera.
Activating the Boot Menu
LED default settings:
The red LED lights up 5 to 10 seconds after establishing the power supply and will stay on
for 10 seconds. Briefly press the key by inserting the paper clip into the hole indicated by
the red circle in the figure. The camera enters the boot menu, ready for selecting one of
the Start Options.
1 Power (on),
Error (flashes)
2 Recording (flashes)
The LED now flashes once and repeats the flash signal after pausing for one second (the
number of flashes indicates the current boot option). To go to the next boot option, briefly
press the key again (< 1 sec). After the last boot option, the camera returns to the first option
(LED flashes once).
LED
flashes
Boot
Option
Meaning
Audio
Confirmation*
1x
—
This option is not used on this camera model.
—
2x
Factory
Defaults
Starts the camera with factory defaults (factory default IP
address, users and passwords will not be reset).
Boing
3x
Automatic
IP Address
Starts the camera as DHCP client and tries to obtain an IP
address from a DHCP server. If a DHCP server cannot be found
or no IP address can be obtained, the camera starts with its
factory default address.
Boing Boing
4x
Recovery
System
Starts the camera with the recovery system, e.g., in order to
recover from a failed update of the camera software.
Alarm Sound
*Only on cameras with audio option and installed speaker.
Selecting a Boot Option
Press the key longer (> 2 sec). The camera confirms the selection by flashing rapidly three
times. You can now remove the paper clip. After 20 sec, the camera will confirm the selection
by playing a sound according to the table above.
If nothing is selected, the camera will resume its normal boot process after a certain time.
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Starting the Camera with Factory (Network) Settings
If you use boot option 2 to load the factory configuration, this configuration is not
automatically saved in the camera’s flash memory. When the camera is next rebooted
without using boot option 2, the last stored configuration will be used. To permanently
store the new configuration in the camera’s flash memory, open Admin Menu > Store.
Note that you can restore specific parts of the camera configuration afterwards by
using “Restore” to re-apply the settings still stored in the camera.
Make sure you store
the default network
configuration to the permanent flash memory
As opposed to resetting the camera using Admin Menu > Reset configuration to
factory defaults, the user information will not be reset if the camera is booted using
the factory settings.
Starting the Camera with an Automatic IP Address (DHCP)
If you use boot option 3 to start the camera with an automatic IP address (DHCP), this
is only temporary. The network configuration of the camera can be permanently set
to DHCP (factory setting) under Admin Menu > Ethernet Interface.
Make sure that the network has a functioning DHCP server when starting the camera
with DHCP support. If this is not the case, the camera cannot obtain a valid IP address
and will use its last IP address.
In case of an error, the camera uses its last IP address
You should also make sure that the cameras always obtain the same IP addresses by
permanently assigning the MAC addresses of the cameras to the desired IP addresses.
Hint: Briefly pressing the key will prompt the camera to announce its current IP address
on the camera speaker.
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3.3
Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording
3.3.1 Preparing the Virtual PTZ Function
The virtual PTZ function allows you to use a mouse or joystick to continuously zoom in on
images from the selected video source and “virtually” move the enlarged image section
within the entire image sensor area.
Greater ease of use
through a joystick
vPTZ
vPTZ
Operation Using the Mouse and Scroll Wheel
The vPTZ function of the Q26 can be controlled in the browser using the mouse. This position
becomes the new image center by clicking on any position on the image displayed on the
monitor. The image moves accordingly and the image distortion is automatically corrected.
The scroll wheel can be used to control the zoom function. This functionality is disabled
in the default settings of the camera and must therefore first be activated. To do this, go to
Setup Menu > vPTZ Settings, disable Lock Mouse Wheel Zoom, click on Set and then on
Close to save your settings. You can now use the scroll wheel to zoom in (roll upwards) or
zoom out (roll downwards).
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Operation Using a USB Joystick
A standard USB joystick can drastically improve vPTZ operation for the user – in the browser
and in MxManagementCenter. Please first install the joystick on the PC according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
In order to use a USB joystick in the browser, make sure that you have a PC with a Windows
operating system and the latest version of Internet Explorer and that the “ActiveX” mode
in the camera software (browser) is activated:
•
Switch to Browser in the Quick
Control.
•
Under Browser, select the option
ActiveX in the field to the right. The
USB joystick can then be used until
the browser is closed.
•
To store the setting permanently,
ActiveX must be activated in
the Admin Menu. To do so, use
Language and Start Page in the
Admin Menu.
•
Under the page options, select the
ActiveX operating mode.
•
Store the settings permanently
in the camera by clicking on Set
and Close.
•
The joystick can now be used.
Notes
You will find more information and details on the virtual PTZ in the “vPTZ Settings“
topic of online help of the camera.
Current versions of all manuals can be downloaded anytime from the MOBOTIX website
www.mobotix.com under Support > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals).
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3.3.2 Full Image Recording
It is possible to record a full image, regardless of the live image stream that is being displayed.
This ensures that the recording always contains the full image of the lens used, even though
the operator may have used the vPTZ features to zoom into the image in order to examine
a specific detail.
Live image
Stored full image:
Original camera image
without distortion or
image correction
Stored Full Image
Analysis in stored full image
This means that you can use the vPTZ features in VGA resolution to pan, tilt and zoom in
the live image while the camera is, for example, recording full images at 1 fps in MEGA or
6MP resolution.
In MxManagementCenter, the recorded full images may be prepared for the user with the
vPTZ functions (for example, panning and zooming in on an image detail such as a doorway).
If full image recording is not activated, only the last displayed live image will be saved (save
what is seen). The main benefit of live image storage is to ensure that the full power of the
camera processor is used for live image correction and maximum frame rates. The main advantage of full image recording lies in the special functionality of the D14D, in that it can always
ensure the availability of a maximum size (full) image for later searches, despite vPTZ actions
carried out on the live image. The mechanical limitations of motor-driven PTZ cameras mean
that they simply cannot provide this unique advantage to the user!
Notes
Post-event search in the full image: If you are using Full Image Recording on D14D cameras,
you should use at least MEGA resolution when storing. This will facilitate later searches in
MxManagementCenter. The advanced distortion correction features require this function
to deliver satisfactory image quality.
Full image recording on: Due to the increased processing time, full image recording reduces
the data rate of the live image stream, which may drop by around 10 to 30 percent. We
therefore recommend reducing the frame rate for storage as much as possible to affect
the live image stream as little as possible.
Full image recording off: The event that triggered a video motion (VideoMotion VM) window
may not be in the recorded sequences while the window was not displayed at the time.
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Activate/Deactivate Full Image Recording in the Browser
To configure this feature, open the Setup Menu > Event Control > Recording dialog box and
activate or deactivate the Full Image Recording option.
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3.3.3 Special Q26 Configuration in the Browser
Thanks to its hemispherical lens, the MOBOTIX Q26 provides certain special configuration
options for the image settings. Depending on where the camera is mounted (ceiling or wall)
and on the live image display preferred by the user, certain important basic settings and, if
necessary, their adjustment must be configured when a Q26 is first installed.
A corresponding adjustment of the image setting is strongly recommended if the on-wall set
is mounted with an inclination of 10 degrees (available as a Q26 accessory).
Configuration of the Q26 Basic Parameters
Complete the steps described below in the browser window:
1. Log onto the camera and boot it as described in Section 3.2.
2. Select mounting position wall/ceiling/floor: Click on Installation in the Quick Control
panel and then select Wall, Ceiling or Floor according to the mounting position of the
camera. Ceiling always means that the orientation of the camera or sensor module
is from top to bottom and for Floor, the camera or sensor module’s orientation is
from bottom to top.
As a result, you will get a perspective-corrected panorama view for each image sensor
matching the specified mounting position. Panorama view is set as a factory default
and it can be changed as described below.
3. Switch to the Display Mode Quick Control.
4. Set the mode that you want to be the standard view. For demonstration purposes,
the descriptions below describe the typical display mode for the wall mount and the
ceiling mount, Panorama and Surround respec tively. Every other display mode can
be operated in the same way.
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Wall-Mounted: Setting and Correcting the “Panorama” Standard View
Camera live image with
panorama correction
High-resolution 180° panorama
High-resolution 180° panorama
1. In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the option Panorama. Examine the image
that is now displayed. If the section meets your expectations, no further adjustment
is necessary and panorama configuration is complete. To change the image section to
meet your specific expectations, continue with Step 2.
Camera live image
without MOBOTIX panorama correction with
Quick Controls visible
Note
The currently visible image section may differ from the desired image section due to
the installation position or any accessories in use, for example. However, it is not necessary to physically move the camera, as in this case the browser alone can be used to
adjust the visible panorama image by zooming, panning and tilting. Tilted vertical lines
may also be optically straightened to the image edges using the panorama correction
function. These tilted lines are primarily caused if the camera or sensor module is
tilted (for example, due to mounting with 15° wedges) or if the image tilt is modified.
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2. Click on the lock icon. Clicking on the lock once opens it (lock clasp is raised). The
lock prevents execution of later vPTZ actions, which could also unintentionally modify the view you configure. This holds for all overview display modes, that is, also for
Panorama/Focus, Double Panorama and Surround.
Open lock
3. A new icon for processing the panorama image appears in the top left corner of the
camera image. Enlarge the image by clicking on the icon once (OnScreen Control
appears).
Click on the icon
4. Using the OnScreen Control visible in the live camera image, you can now change
the displayed live camera image as desired (panning, tilting, zooming, rotating and
panorama correction; see fig. on the right). When doing so, the vPTZ function using
the mouse or joystick is deactivated. In case of a S15D with two sensor modules,
click on the corresponding camera image (right/left) to edit it (highlighted with a
yellow frame).
Camera live image with
panorama correction with
OnScreen Control visible
5. After you have modified the desired setting, close the control panel (x in the top
left hand corner).
6. Click on the lock icon again to close it (lock clasp is down). The panorama image
setting is then locked until the camera is next restarted.
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Caution
To permanently save the standard image setting defined for the Q26, go to the Store
Complete Configuration option in the Manage Settings Quick Control. The settings
will then remain in effect, even after rebooting.
Functions Of The Q26 OnScreen Control
Close
Pan to the left
Tilt up
Pan to the right
Tilt down
Zoom
Panorama correction
Image tilt correction
Default setting
To use the OnScreen Control, click on the arrows in the top area for shifting the image
section. In the bottom areas, which are displayed when needed, click to the left and/or
right of the center point.
The same applies for every area: The further away that you click from an area’s center
point, the greater the change triggered. To reset an area, click on its center point again.
Depending on the mounting
position (ceiling, wall, floor),
panorama correction and
mounting error correction
may not be available!
During panorama correction, clicking between the two trapezoid symbols straightens the
left or right tilting lines, which are best visible at the edges of the image section.
Bring columns together at
the top (necessary to correct
the example on the left)
Bring columns together
at the bottom
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Ceiling-Mounted: Set North (User-Defined North Direction)
Once the Q26 has been mounted on a ceiling, you need to specify its North direction. This is
not the “true” direction of North but rather the main line of sight or the focus of the lens. It
serves as a reference for the North direction in the Surround and Double Panorama display
modes (the Ceiling option was already selected in the Installation Type Quick Control).
1. In the case of a double image, click on the corresponding sensor module (camera
image) and select the Normal option from the Display Mode Quick Control.
For vPTZ use and the
configuration of a USB
joystick, see Section 3.3.1
2. Rotate the live image in the desired direc tion using the mouse or a joystick connec ted
to the computer.
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3. In the Installation Quick Control, select the Set North option.
4. Store the desired North direction permanently by first activating the checkbox and
then clicking on Yes.
5. You have now set the North direction for the Surround and Double Panorama display
modes. In the next step, you can set these views as the standard view for the camera
live image.
North
West
East
South
Caution: No OnScreen
Control is available in
“Double Panorama” mode
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In the Display Mode Quick Control, select the option Surround or Double Panorama.
You can fine-tune the views using the vPTZ via mouse or joystick and, as described
above, by unlocking and locking the standard view using the lock icon (open lock,
correct display and close lock again).
Note
For each of the subviews (North, East, etc.), the OnScreen Control on the side can be
used to adapt it (open lock, click on subview, adapt view, click on next subview, adapt
view and close lock again).
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3.4
MicroSD Card Recording
3.4.1 Introduction
Flash-based storage devices (MicroSD cards, USB sticks and solid-state
drives) do not contain any moving parts as compared to the commonly used hard drives. Flash-based storage devices are compact and
highly resistant to moisture and vibrations. They feature low energy
consumption and they do not lose any data in the event of a power
failure, meaning that they are ideal for use with MOBOTIX cameras.
Flash memory devices: more
robust than hard drives
Number of Write/Delete Cycles Per Flash Storage Cell
The number of write/delete cycles of every storage cell of a flash device
is limited. The controller of the flash device automatically detects individual flash cells that are no longer functioning. The contents of the faulty cell will then be
rebuilt using a checksum and will be moved to a properly working spare cell. The faulty
storage cell will be marked as “bad” and will no longer be used. No data is lost in this process.
In addition, MOBOTIX cameras constantly monitor activated flash storage devices. MOBOTIX
has developed a technology to test the wear of the flash device by logging the number of
write/delete cycles (patent pending). The flash memory wear is automatically displayed
in the status bar in the live camera image but it can also be viewed at any time in the
Admin Menu > Camera Status dialog box.
Conservative Memory Usage Thanks to MOBOTIX MxFFS File System
MxFFS formatting of the MicroSD card means that MOBOTIX camera software will use the flash
device as evenly as possible, thus allowing for the maximum possible number of write/delete
cycles. This also means that all storage cells of the flash device will be written and deleted
with the same frequency, if possible. MOBOTIX technology increases the life of the flash
device considerably and also improves the security and the reliability of the storage process.
Storage Requirements and Life Expectancy of MicroSD Cards
The life expectancy of a MicroSD card increases proportionally to the storage capacity, since
the camera software will execute fewer write/delete cycles on each storage cell. The first
deletion will begin once the SD card has been filled to capacity (first full cycle).
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All specifications are based
on calculated averages
32 GB MicroSD Card: Storage Requirements
6 fps CIF
6 fps VGA
M-JPEG
M-JPEG
MxPEG
1 fps MEGA
1 fps QXGA
M-JPEG
M-JPEG
File size single image
15 kB
45 kB
–
120 kB
240 kB
Storage required per second
90 kB
270 kB
75 kB
120 kB
240 kB
Storage required per 24 hrs
7.8 GB
23.5 GB
6.5 GB
10.4 GB
20.8 GB
Time for one full cycle
4 days
1.3 days
4.8 days
3 days
1.5 days
1 fps MEGA
1 fps QXGA
MxPEG
M-JPEG
M-JPEG
4 GB MicroSD Card: Storage Requirements
6 fps CIF
6 fps VGA
M-JPEG
M-JPEG
File size single image
15 kB
45 kB
–
120 kB
240 kB
Storage required per second
90 kB
270 kB
75 kB
120 kB
240 kB
Storage required per 24 hrs
7.8 GB
23.5 GB
6.5 GB
10.4 GB
20.8 GB
Time for one full cycle
12 hours
4 hours
14.4 hours
9.2 hours
4.4 hours
Caution
The MicroSD card’s service life depends on production quality and frequency of use. Set
the type of recording (event-controlled or continuous recording, frame rate, resolution)
according to your specific requirements.
We recommend changing the pre-installed, high-quality MicroSD card once a year if
you have it constantly set to continuous recording.
Monitoring the Cell Wear of Flash Storage Devices (Patent Pending)
MOBOTIX uses its own technology for this purpose and has a pending patent. You can view the
flash wear in the status bar of the live image or
by opening Admin Menu > Camera Status. In
addition, the camera can also send a warning
message (for example, via e-mail) as soon as a
critical error is detected when data is written to
the SD card (Admin Menu > Error Notification).
The MicroSD card can then be replaced to ensure
that any existing data is not lost.
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3.4.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card
Before a MOBOTIX camera can store image and video sequences on a MicroSD card, the card
needs to be formatted as MxFFS (MicroSD cards supplied by MOBOTIX are already MxFFSformatted). The following steps are necessary to format a storage device (Admin Menu >
Storage on External File Server / Flash Device):
Format SD card:
Admin Menu > Storage
on External File Server
/ Flash Device
1. Make sure that there is a MicroSD card in the card slot of the MOBOTIX camera.
2. Click Format in the SD Memory Card line.
3. Note down the characters shown in the
Encryption password field or enter your
own password. Next, click OK.
Note: The Secure deletion – Slow option
will ensure that any data on the MicroSD
card is overwritten completely so that the
data cannot be recovered in any way.
However, keep in mind that this kind of safe
formatting takes considerably more time.
The Secure deletion – Slow
option takes several hours.
You can also use suitable
applications on Windows,
Linux/UNIX and Mac OS X
systems to repartition and
safely erase the SD card.
4. In the next dialog box, enter the user name
and the password of a user of the admins
group and click OK to confirm.
The MOBOTIX camera now starts formatting
the card. It takes 5 to 12 minutes to format
an 8 GB MicroSD card if the Secure deletion – Slow option is disabled. If Secure
deletion – Slow is enabled, this may take
anywhere between 3 and 14 hours.
Once the formatting has been completed, you can activate the MicroSD card for recording
(see next section).
Caution
Make sure that you always wait until the formatting process has been completed before
accessing the camera again. If the Secure deletion – Slow option is disabled, this
usually takes just a few minutes. You can only access the MicroSD card once MxFFS
formatting has been completed.
Formatting with the Secure deletion – Slow option enabled takes several hours. You
can also use suitable applications on Windows, Linux/UNIX and Mac OS X systems to
repartition and safely erase the MicroSD card.
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3.4.3 Activating MicroSD Card Recording
Activate recording: Admin
Menu >
Storage on External File
Server / Flash Device
Follow these steps to activate the recording to a MicroSD card that has already been MxFFSformatted (Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server / Flash Device):
1. Make sure that there is a MicroSD card in the card slot of the MOBOTIX camera.
2. Make sure that the MicroSD card is formatted in MxFFS format.
3. Activate the SD Flash Card option.
4. Click on Set and then Close to store the configuration.
5. Reboot the MOBOTIX camera (Admin Menu > Reboot Camera).
Once the camera has rebooted, make sure that the camera displays the FR REC symbols
in its live image. If this is the case, the camera uses the MicroSD card as recording target. If
not, you must activate the recording (see below).
Activating The Recording
If the FR REC symbols are not visible in the live image after rebooting, you need to activate
the recording using one of the following methods in the web browser:
•
Automatic activation by clicking on the Arm & Record softbutton. Confirm this in the
Easy Dialog by clicking on the Yes button.
•
Manual activation via the Quick Control Recording > Recording on or in Setup Menu >
Recording.
Encryption And Authentication
All video data stored on the MicroSD card is encrypted to ensure security at all times. The
password for this is defined during the card’s formatting procedure and needs to be entered
for authentication whenever the recordings are accessed (see next section).
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3.4.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card
The following options facilitate access to the stored image and video sequences on a MicroSD
card:
•
In the web browser: Play back the recorded event images without audio directly from
the MicroSD card using the Playback view of the camera software.
•
In MxManagementCenter: Play back the recorded video sequences with audio by
accessing the MicroSD card in the MOBOTIX camera via the camera or with a direct
access to the MicroSD card via a card reader connected to the computer (coming soon).
Caution
When using the MicroSD card from one MOBOTIX camera in another MOBOTIX camera, you need to make sure that the time on the original camera is in sync with the
new camera. We recommend using automatic time synchronization via a time server
(Admin Menu > Date and Time).
3.4.5 Deactivating Card Recording
Follow these steps to deactivate the memory on a MicroSD card (Admin Menu > Storage
on External File Server / Flash Device):
1. Activate the None option.
2. Click on the Set button at the bottom of the dialog box and then on Close.
3. Reboot the MOBOTIX camera (Admin Menu > Reboot Camera).
Once the camera has rebooted, make sure that the symbol FR REC is no longer visible in the
bottom right-hand corner of the live image. You can now safely remove the MicroSD card
from the camera (see Section 2.8, «Replacing the MicroSD Card»).
Caution
A MicroSD card may only be removed from the camera after you have deactivated
the recording to MicroSD card and rebooted the camera. Failing to do so may lead
to data loss!
Removing connected flash storage devices from the camera without properly deactivating them may lead to data loss and/or destroy certain areas of the storage device.
This is limited to 4 MB of lost data per incident due to MxFFS formatting.
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3.4.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera
A MicroSD card containing recorded video data from a MOBOTIX camera can be inserted into
any MicroSD card-enabled MOBOTIXMOBOTIX camera. Once a MicroSD card recording has been
activated (requires a reboot), the “new” MOBOTIX camera automatically synchronizes with
the card and resumes recording. No data is lost in this process. Make sure that you deactivate
MicroSD card recording before removing the card and then reboot the MOBOTIX camera.
If the MicroSD card’s contents are encrypted, you need to enter the same password in the
“new” camera in the Admin Menu > Storage on External File Server / Flash Device dialog
box. Otherwise, the camera cannot access the MicroSD card.
3.4.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media
MOBOTIX will not assume any responsibility for flash storage devices (for example, MicroSD
cards or connected USB storage devices) delivered with or integrated into MOBOTIX cameras.
The same applies to damage to flash storage devices or damage resulting from the use of
devices that are not supplied by MOBOTIX.
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3.5
Configuration in the Browser
3.5.1 Overview
A MOBOTIX camera can be completely configured using a JavaScript-enabled browser on
all common operating systems (such as Windows, Linux, Apple, etc.). The camera provides a
HTML-based user interface for this purpose. The camera executes the changes you make to
the camera configuration via HTTP commands using programs and scripts of the embedded
software. The settings are stored in the camera’s flash memory.
This section contains an overview of the basic browser settings of the MOBOTIX camera as
well as further configuration options. Detailed information on the software functions is provided in the camera’s online help.
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Basic Settings
User name: admin
password: meinsm
•
Administering the camera: You can modify the camera configuration in the Admin
Menu or the Setup Menu.
– Admin Menu: This menu contains the basic configuration dialog boxes of the camera
(for example, passwords, interfaces, software updates).
– Setup Menu: This menu contains the dialog boxes for configuring the image, event
and recording parameters. Some of these settings can be changed using the corresponding Quick Controls in the live view.
•
Resetting changes: If you would like to reset some larger changes in one dialog box
without resetting the complete configuration, you can use the Default button at the
bottom of the dialog box to reset only this dialog box’s settings to the factory defaults.
If you would like to reset all image settings, you can do so using the Manage Settings >
Restore Image Settings Quick Control in the live image of the camera.
Make sure to permanently
store changed parameters!
•
Storing changes permanently: Once you have finished configuring the camera, you
should always store the settings in the camera’s permanent memory. You can do so
in each dialog box (clicking on the Set button at the bottom of each dialog box will
temporarily implement the change; when you click Close, you will be asked to store
the complete configuration in the camera’s permanent memory) or in the Admin Menu
(Admin Menu > Store current configuration into flash memory). The Configuration
section of the Admin Menu provides more functions for storing, copying and managing
camera settings. For more information on this topic, refer to the online help for the
specific dialog boxes.
Automatic time synchronization using a time server
•
Time tasks and time synchronization: Apart from a multitude of possibilities for controlling the camera using time (time tables, holiday and vacation, scheduled tasks,
etc.), the camera can also synchronize its internal clock. This allows you to manually
synchronize the camera with a computer or automatically using a time server or another
MOBOTIX camera. The camera can use either NTP time servers or Time Protocol servers.
For more information on this topic, refer to the online help for the specific dialog boxes.
More: Display
advanced features
•
The “More” and “Less” buttons: When opening some of the camera dialog boxes,
the camera only shows the most important parameters. These dialog boxes have a
More button in the bottom right-hand corner. Click it to display additional options.
If all options are displayed, click on the Less button to hide the additional options.
Less: Hide advanced
features
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3.5.2 General Browser Settings
•
Run the Quick Installation: After booting a new MOBOTIX camera, accessing the administration menu for the first time will automatically start the Quick Installation assistant
(Admin Menu button). The Quick Installation assistant helps you in setting the most
important parameters of the camera. For security reasons, you should set your own
administrator password and disable public access to the camera.
•
Disable public access: Guest users are only allowed to access the Guest screen of the
camera without entering a password. If this is not required, you should deactivate public
access (Admin Menu > Quick Installation or Admin Menu > Users and Passwords).
•
Add users and assign access rights: Similar to a computer operating system, you can
add users and user groups and assign the desired rights (Admin Menu > Users and
Passwords, Admin Menu > Group Access Control Lists (ACL)). This approach allows
individual access rights to be assigned or denied to camera-specific features based
on the user groups.
•
Deactivate the automatic reboot: In its factory state, every MOBOTIX camera will
automatically reboot at 3:36 a.m. every day. All images in the camera’s storage buffer
will be deleted during this reboot. Images stored on external file servers, internal flash
storage, or SD cards will NOT be affected by this reboot. Make sure that you deactivate
the automatic reboot if this is not desired (Admin Menu > Time Tasks).
•
Optimize the image settings: The factory image settings of MOBOTIX cameras deliver
excellent images for most application scenarios and should therefore not be changed. If
you do wish to make changes, your changes should be minor and gradual. You should,
however, set an image program according to the application scenario of the camera. Image programs provide a quick and simple method for adjusting the camera to
the application scenario as they perform several configuration steps at once (Image
Programs Quick Control).
•
Set the resolution of the live image: By default, all MOBOTIX cameras are factory-set
to an image resolution of 640x480 pixels. You can select the desired resolution using
the Resolution Quick Control.
•
Adjust the exposure: The automatic exposure control of the MOBOTIX camera uses
individually configurable exposure windows to determine the best image exposure.
Open the Exposure Control Quick Control and select a predefined set of exposure
windows. If required, you can also define custom exposure windows (Setup Menu >
Exposure Settings).
•
Activate event control and recording: By default, the MOBOTIX camera’s event control is
disabled. Click on the Arm & Record button to activate event control. This will activate
motion detection and recording. Cameras with integrated flash memory (MOBOTIX R
models and models with an SD card) will automatically use the flash memory to store
image and video data (recording target). If desired, you can set additional events and
adjust the settings of the recording and storage parameters (Setup Menu > Event
Settings, Setup Menu > Recording and Admin Menu > Recording to External File
Server / Flash Device).
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Set up actions/messaging: Upon detecting an event, the MOBOTIX camera can trigger
alarms. These alarms can be adjusted to your needs and you can assign them to a specific
event: playing back an alarm sound on the camera speaker, showing the visual alarm
in the camera live image, sending an e-mail or network message with the alarm image,
placing a phone call, uploading an alarm image to an FTP server, switching a signal
output line of the camera (for example, for switching on the lights/opening a door).
For the settings, see Setup Menu > Action Group Overview. The actions to be performed are defined and used in these action groups in the form of “action profiles.”
The different action profiles can also be defined in the following areas: Admin Menu in
the Hardware Configuration (profiles for signal output), Transfer Profiles (FTP, e-mail,
network messages) and Sound and VoIP Telephony (sound profiles, VoIP profiles). For
more information, refer to the online help for the Action Group Overview dialog box.
•
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Activate shock detector: The Q26 is also equipped with a shock detector as standard.
If, for example, the camera’s housing receives a blow, it automatically registers it and
sends a notification via a network message or telephone call. A general advantage is
that MOBOTIX cameras are extremely tough because of the absence of mechanical
moving parts. This allows them to stay fully operational when they are subject to
strong vibrations. Open the Setup Menu > Event Control > Environment Events >
Edit dialog box if you would like to activate the shock detector (and any other sensors).
Additional Notes
3.6
Additional Notes
3.6.1 Weatherproofness
The MOBOTIX Q26 has been certified according to protection class IP65 (absolutely dustproof and resistant against water jets) and can also be wall-mounted outdoors using the
corresponding wall mount.
3.6.2 Password for the Admin Menu
Accessing the Administration Menu of the camera (Admin Menu softbutton) is only possible
after entering a user name and password.
•
Factory default user name is admin.
•
Factory default password is meinsm.
(Password must be changed upon first login – camera software V5.1.x and higher.)
The Quick Installation assistant automatically appears when the Administration Menu is
accessed for the first time. It provides an easy method to adjust the basic camera settings to
the current application scenario. For security reasons, we highly recommend changing the
default administrator password after the camera has been properly configured.
Enter the user name and password exactly as shown above. Note that all entries are case-sensitive.
Caution
Make sure that you store information on user names and passwords in a secure place.
If you lose the administrator password and cannot access the administration menu,
the password can only be reset at the factory. This service is subject to a fee!
3.6.3 Permanently Deactivating the Microphone
Deactivating a camera’s microphone may be necessary in order to protect the privacy of
persons at a workplace or for other reasons. You can permanently and irreversibly deactivate
the microphone in the Admin Menu > Loudspeaker and Microphone dialog box.
The microphone can be
irreversibly deactivated!
Caution
This deactivation occurs in the camera module itself and cannot be reversed, even
at the factory. Deactivating the microphone will also deactivate all functions that are
making use of the microphone.
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3.6.4 Using the Start Options of the Camera
•
To reset the camera to factory settings and to use the factory IP address, please use
boot option 2 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Start Options of the Camera».
•
To start the camera as a DHCP client and to automatically obtain an IP address,
please use boot option 3 as described in Section 3.2.4, «Start Options of the Camera».
Note
All defined users are deleted and the admin password is reset to the factory default when
you reset the camera using Admin Menu > Reset. Use boot option 3 as described in
Section 3.2.4, «Start Options of the Camera» if you would like to maintain the existing users.
3.6.5 Activating Event Control and Motion Detection
If the dotted rectangle in
the live image is visible,
the camera is armed
Text and logos can be
also deactivated or individually configured
In its default configuration, the camera’s event control and video motion detection features
are not enabled. In order to activate event-controlled recording, open Setup Menu > General
Event Settings and activate the Arming switch. Another method is to click on the Arm &
Record softbutton in the browser’s user interface. The camera displays the motion detection
window in the live image (dotted frame in the center) and the camera automatically stores
images as soon as the motion detection window detects movements.
3.6.6 Deactivating Text and Logo Options
As camera arming is deactivated in the camera’s default configuration (see preceding 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, messaging and recording symbols)
will also appear.
You can deactivate the status bar at the bottom of the live image and the text bar in the
top left-hand corner by setting Text Display in the Setup Menu > Text & Display Settings
dialog box to Off. Setting Text Display to Date and Time will only display the time stamp in
the live image. To hide the logo in the live image, open Admin Menu > Logo Profiles and
set Logo Display to Deactivated.
3.6.7 Deactivating the Camera Reboot
By factory default, the MOBOTIX camera automatically reboots once a week between 3 a.m.
and 4 a.m. The reason for this is that in some rare cases, external influences (for example,
radiation at high altitudes) can sometimes lead to camera malfunctions. The automatic
reboot will refresh the camera’s memory and will ensure proper operation without requiring
any interaction on the part of the user. If desired, you can deactivate the automatic reboot
of the camera in the Admin Menu > Time Tasks dialog box.
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3.6.8 Browser
Current Internet browsers (Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome, Opera,
etc.) with enabled JavaScript can display the camera’s live images with their standard settings.
3.6.9 Cleaning the Camera and Lens
If the lens becomes dirty during the installation process, clean the lens using a lint-free cotton
cloth. Make sure that the lens is still in focus after cleaning and adjust its focus if required.
Cleaning The Dome:
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Always mount and unmount the dome using the blue lens wrench (1.3) in order to
protect it from being scratched and from getting dirty.
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You should clean the dome at regular intervals. Always use a soft, lint-free cotton cloth
for this purpose.
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If the dirt is more persistent, add a mild alcohol-free detergent without abrasive particles.
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Make sure you instruct cleaning personnel on how to clean the camera.
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3.6.10 Legal Notes
Legal aspects of video and sound recording
You must comply with all data protection regulations for video and sound monitoring when
using MOBOTIX products. Depending on national laws and the installation location of the
Q26, the recording of video and sound data may be subject to special documentation or
it may be prohibited. All users of MOBOTIX products are therefore required to familiarize
themselves with all valid regulations and comply with these laws. MOBOTIX AG is not liable
for any illegal use of its products.
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3.6.11 Safety Warnings
Installation Instructions:
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This product must not be used in locations exposed to the dangers of explosion.
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Make sure to install this product as shown in Chapter 2, «Installation» of this manual.
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When installing this product, make sure that you are only using genuine MOBOTIX
parts and MOBOTIX connection cables.
•
Make sure that you are installing this product on a solid surface that provides for a
sturdy installation of the fixing elements used.
Electrical installation: Electrical systems and equipment may only be installed, modified
and maintained by a qualified electrician or under the direction and supervision of a qualified electrician in accordance with the applicable electrical guidelines. Make sure to properly set up all electrical connections.
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Electrical surges: MOBOTIX cameras are protected against the effects of small electrical
surges by numerous measures. These measures, however, cannot prevent the camera from
being damaged when stronger electrical surges occur. Special care should be taken when
installing the camera outside of buildings to ensure proper protection against lightning,
since this also protects the building and the whole network infrastructure.
Max. power consumption of attached extension modules: The power consumption of all
attached MxBus modules must not exceed 2.5 W. When attaching modules to the MxBus
connector and the USB socket, the power consumption of all attached modules must
not exceed 3 W, if the camera is powered by PoE class 3. If PoE class 2 is used, the power
consumption of all attached modules must not exceed 1 W!
Never touch the lens: Due to the high performance of the Q26, the area of the image sensor
can get quite hot, especially when the ambient temperature is also high. This does not affect
the proper functioning of the camera in any way. For this reason, the product must not be
installed within the reach of persons.
Power off before opening the camera: Make sure the power supply is disconnected before
opening the camera (i.e., for installing or replacing sensor modules and SD cards).
Network security: MOBOTIX products include all of the necessary configuration options for
operation in Ethernet networks in compliance with data protection laws. The operator is
responsible for the data protection concept across the entire system. The basic settings
required to prevent misuse can be configured in the software and are password-protected.
This prevents unauthorized parties from accessing these settings.
3.6.12 Online Help in the Browser
For more information, see the News and Functional Overview pages in the online help of
icon to open the camera’s online help.
the camera’s browser interface. Click on the
Furthermore, detailed information on the camera and its current configuration is displayed
icon to open the relevant page.
in the Camera Status dialog box. Click on the
3.6.13 Declaration of Conformity
The products of MOBOTIX AG are certified according to the applicable directives of the E.U. and
other countries. You can find the declarations of conformity of the products of MOBOTIX AG
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under www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center > Documentation > Certificates
& Declarations of Conformity.
3.6.14 RoHS Declaration
The products of MOBOTIX AG are in full compliance with Art. 5 of the German Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Act and the E.U. Directive 2011/65/EU on the Restriction of the Use
of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS) as far as
they are subject to these regulations. (You can find the MOBOTIX RoHS Declaration under
www.mobotix.com, Support > Download Center > Documentation > Brochures & Guides >
Certificates.)
3.6.15 Disposal
Electrical and electronic products contain many reusable materials. For this reason, we
would ask that you dispose of MOBOTIX products at the end of their service life in accordance
with all legal requirements and regulations (or deposit these products at a municipal collection center). MOBOTIX products may not be disposed of with household waste! If the
product contains a battery, please dispose of the battery separately (the corresponding
product manuals contain specific directions if the product contains a battery).
3.6.16 Disclaimer
Neither MOBOTIX AG nor any subsidiary of MOBOTIX AG will assume any responsibility for
damage resulting from improper use of its products or failure to comply with the manuals
and the applicable rules and regulations. Our General Terms and Conditions apply. You
can download the current version of the General Terms and Conditions from our website at
www.mobotix.com by clicking on the COS link at the bottom of every page.
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Manufacturer
Manufacturer
MOBOTIX AG
Kaiserstrasse
67722 Langmeil
Germany
Phone: +49 6302 9816-103
Fax: +49 6302 9816-190
www.mobotix.com
[email protected]
Registration Office: Kaiserslautern Local Court
Registration Number: HRB 3724
Tax Office: Worms-Kirchheimbolanden, Germany
Tax Code: 44/676/0700/4
VAT ID: DE202203501
You can find the latest version of this and other documents (e.g., declarations of conformity) at www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation >
Manuals section.
Technical specifications subject to change without notice!
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