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3 m/10 ft long. Two adjacent rooms can be discreetly monitored with only one camera. The S15M is the single-lens variant of the S15 FlexMount for installing behind panels that can also be used as door station camera.
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Copyright Information All rights reserved. MOBOTIX , the MX logo, MxManagementCenter and MxPEG are trademarks of MOBOTIX AG registered in the European Union, the U.S.A., and other countries. Microsoft , Windows and Windows Server are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Apple , the Apple logo, Macintosh , OS X , iOS , Bonjour , the Bonjour logo, the Bonjour icon, iPod and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc.
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Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 2.5.1 Network Cabling for S15 with Patch Cables 2.5.2 Network Cabling for S15 with Installation Cables 2.5.3 Connecting Additional Cables 2.5.4 Power Supply Using a Switch 2.5.5 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 2.5.6 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products...
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3.5.3 Activating MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 3.5.5 Deactivating Card Recording 3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera 3.5.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media Configuration in the Browser 3.6.1 Overview 3.6.2 General Browser Settings...
MOBOTIX products. § Depending on national laws and the installation location of the S15, the recording of video and sound data may be subject to special documentation or it may be prohibited.
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Never touch the dome or the protective lens covers: Due to the high performance of the S15, 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.
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If you still have any questions, our support and international sales staff are available at intl-support@mobotix.com from Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. (German time). We would like to thank you for your trust and wish you all the best with your new MOBOTIX camera S15 FlexMount.
The entire camera plus cables and sensor modules are weatherproof () and operate in a temperature range of –30 to +60 °C/–22 to +140 °F. Because the S15 never fogs up and does not require any heating, it can be operated all year round with power supplied via a standard PoE network cable.
Almost Completely Concealable Hemispheric Camera The S15M is the compact single-lens version of the S15 series (M = mono). With this version, (only one) hemispheric lens (L10 – 6MP, L12 – 5MP) is screwed directly to the camera housing, which can be concealed behind a cover or cladding (for example, stainless steel) up to 6.4 mm in...
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S15 Camera Manual: Product Overview Day and Night Sensor in One Camera The difference between a MOBOTIX day/night camera and the standard versions is primarily that it continuously uses two adjacent sensor modules rather than relying on a mechanical filter switch, which can be costly to maintain. The other advantage is much better image...
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S15 FlexMount Separate Housing and Lens Installation – Weatherproof According to IP66 The flat housing of the S15 FlexMount, including long-term flash memory (MicroSD , SDXC) and all internal and external connectors (Ethernet, MiniUSB, MxBus, microphone, speaker), can be installed discreetly and with optimal protection behind a wall or ceiling panel.
The more light-sensitive an image sensor is, the better the image quality, especially when the ambient light level is low, such as at dusk and in heavy rainfall. The S15 offers the best MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided by the five-megapixel color sensor that is four times higher than that of the previous three-megapixel color sensor.
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Low Power Consumption in Accordance with the PoE Standard (IEEE 802.3af) An S15 uses no more power than its predecessor (typically 4.5 watts), despite the new sensor technology. Adjusting the PoE class via the camera software also enables the use of PoE switches that cannot be operated on all ports with PoE class 3 (up to max.
Featuring one (S15M) or two hemispheric lenses (S15D), offers all the image views known from MOBOTIX‘ other hemispheric cameras, including Panorama , Panorama Focus , Double Panorama , Full Image , Normal and Surround . What‘s new on the S15D is that the selected view can be displayed as a dual image that combines both sensor modules.
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Traditional optical PTZ cameras can only record what is being viewed live. The virtual PTZ feature from MOBOTIX allows users to pan to other areas at a later stage in the recording because the entire room can be recorded as a hemispheric image.
The S15 is equipped with a shock detector as standard (for all IT and Secure models). For example, if the camera receives a blow to the housing, it can simultaneously take a video of the offender, trigger a sound alarm and notify the security company by a SIP call.
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/156 S15 FlexMount The decentralized MOBOTIX video solutions are superior to traditional systems in all major aspects. They are also considerably cheaper to operate since they require • Fewer cameras due to the more accurate detail of panorama images with mega- pixel technology •...
Lens Options 1.2.1 S15M Since MOBOTIX cameras are backlight-proof, none of the lenses requires a mechanical auto iris. This makes the cameras extremely robust and maintenance-free. S15M with L10* (6MP) or L12 (5MP) Hemispheric Fisheye Lens The S15M is shipped with one hemispheric fisheye lens and is available in a day or night version, making it ideal for installing behind covers or this walls.
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In addition, you can set this value on common 35 mm or digital still cameras to the focal length (Lxx) of a MOBOTIX lens to check if the resulting image suits the requirements for this camera. Lenses for S15D Modules with 6MP Image Sensor...
Directly on NAS and computer/server without additional video ring buffer recording software Software (included) MxManagementCenter video management software, MOBOTIX App for iOS devices with iOS 5.0 and higher Image processing Backlight compensation, automatic white balance, image Functionality depends on distortion correction, panorama correction, Video Motion camera variant (see Section 1.2.5,...
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/156 S15 Camera Manual: Product Overview S15D Core (Base Module) Design The base module of the MOBOTIX S15D consists of a housing, a housing cover and a base plate for attaching the camera. LED default settings: MicroSD card Power (on), Error (flashes)
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/156 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Internally-Accessible Connections on the S15D The MOBOTIX S15D provides the following internal connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs and housing cover are removed: LSA+ terminal Ethernet Installation cable Screw terminals MxBus, microphone,...
/156 S15 Camera Manual: Product Overview S15M Camera Housing The MOBOTIX S15M consists of a base plate for attaching the camera, a housing with built-in lens, and a housing cover. LED default settings: MicroSD Card Power (on), Error (flashes) Recording (flashes)
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/156 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Internally-Accessible Connections on the S15M The MOBOTIX S15M provides the following internal connections that can be accessed once the cover plugs and housing cover are removed: LSA+ terminal Ethernet installation cable Screw terminals MxBus, microphone,...
1.4.5 MiniUSB Cable to USB a Socket Order No.: MX-CBL-MU-STR-AB-05/2/5 USB-based storage media (for example, USB hard drives) can be connected directly to the S15 with this cable, which is up to five meters long. 1.4.6 Ethernet Patch Cable for Bayonet Catch Order No.: MX-OPT-CBL-LAN-1/2/5/10...
D-Sub 15-HD connector. The MX-232-IO-Box can be connected as an add-on module to all MOBOTIX cameras with an MxBus or USB interface. The maximum length of the MxBus cable (diameter: 0.8 mm) is 50 m.
The ExtIO is suitable for use as direct con- nection to the S15 via a MiniUSB cable (max. 5 m), which can be ordered separately, or as a network connection via the PoE switch.
S15D/S15M (no additional power supply required). The high-quality speaker is especially suitable for S15 cameras. The speaker is pre-installed in the 20-degree-tilting mechanism of the HaloMount and is fitted in the same way in fake ceilings and walls. The SpeakerMount has not been designed to be used in outdoor applications.
1.4.22 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.
MOBOTIX MxManagementCenter remote stations and MOBOTIX App. The S15 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.
MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras rep- resenting the decentralized concept at its best. MxMC allows controlled recording access via the camera or later directly to the NAS.
MOBOTIX Software 1.5.3 MOBOTIX App Premium solution: There for you whenever and wherever you need it, the MOBOTIX App serves as the perfect remote mobile station that uses intelligent detailed solutions to increase security and convenience for users on a daily basis. The controls are optimized for use with...
Otherwise this could lead to a build-up of condensation inside the sensor module and its subsequent failure. 2. Unused connectors on the housing of the S15 must always be sealed using the plugs installed as standard on delivery as well as the corresponding retainers.
Ceiling-Mounted A single S15 sensor module can monitor an entire room right into each of the four corners (360° Panorama View) thanks to its hemispheric lens. The camera should ideally be positioned on the ceiling in the center of the room. Rooms with a square floor area of up to approx.
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Bearing this in mind, it is advisable to turn the S15 sensor module in rectangular rooms so that the area marked with two arrows or the rotary plug in a S15M (= top border or North of displayed image) is pointing towards one of the longer walls of the room.
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(camera focus). The S15 should be installed on a wall such that the two arrows on the back of the sensor module housing (S15D) or the rounded side of the camera housing (S15D/S15M) are pointing towards the ceiling.
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(optimal utilization of lens capabilities). MOBOTIX therefore offers easy to install mounting accessories with a 15° tilt for the S15D sensor modules.
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6 megapixels that, in terms of sharpness of detail, significantly outperforms a single hemispheric camera with just one lens. For these kinds of installations, MOBOTIX will soon offer an appro- priate mount in the range of accessories available for the S15 (SurroundMount). The slight downward tilt of the two sensor modules allows the area directly underneath them to be captured without any blind spots.
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15° wedge (accessories) 15 mm/0.6 in * Hole diameters vary MOBOTIX also offers the appropriate installation accessories for mounting the sensor depending on mate- module on thicker walls. Longer “tunnel holes” through a wall can also be bridged using rial thickness (see several extension pieces (each approx.
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(without lens) Mounting the Sensor Modules with the PTMount The PTMount provides for flexible, weatherproof and tamper-proof installation of MOBOTIX sensor modules. Its three axes of rotation allow installing the sensor module at any given structure and pointing it into any viewing direction.
2.2.1 Overview of Cable Connections The following cables can be used with the S15 (see also Section 1.4, «Available Accessories» ): • MOBOTIX patch cable : This supplied MOBOTIX cable is designed for direct con- nection to the MX-Patch-Box , the MX-NPA-Box or a standard network port (only in indoor areas).
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Connectors pointing down Avoid Installing Upside-Down (Reduced Weather Protection) If you are installing the S15 upside-down (i.e., the connectors are pointing upwards), the camera does not reach protection class IP66 any more, but only IP54. If mounted upside- down, the S15 can only be used in a dry indoor environment.
• 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.
Patch cable Box is available at www.mobotix.com under Products > Accessories > Functional Boxes. Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the S15 into the network port for standard connections (only permitted in indoor areas). Connecting Peripheral Devices (MxBus, Microphone, Speaker) The opening provided for the installation cable must be used for all other cables that are connected to the camera when using the MOBOTIX patch cable.
2.2.4 Network Connection with Installation Cable As an alternative to connection to an MX-Patch-Box, MX-NPA- Box or standard network port, you can also connect the S15 directly to an installation cable . Since the housing cover of the camera must be opened for this purpose, this working...
• Even surface : Make sure before attaching the camera that the surface is even so that the base plate of the camera does not move. • Pressure equalization element : This element on the housing of the S15 and the sensor modules must be kept free to enable pressure equalization element of the camera housing.
(the thicker side of the wedge is at the top). Make sure that the MOBOTIX lettering at the front of the sensor module is pointing upwards! 6. Now insert the cable and then push the whole sensor module (including wedge, wedge sealing and extension, if installed) through the hole.
Box is available at www.mobotix.com under Products > Accessories > Functional Boxes. Insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the S15 into the network port for standard connections (only permitted in indoor areas). If additional cables are required inside the housing (MxBus, microphone, speaker), they must be connected as described in Section 2.5.3, «Connecting Additional Cables»...
/156 Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 2.5.2 Network Cabling for S15 with Installation Cables 1. Remove housing cover and cable plugs : Loosen the Allen screw on the housing cover of the S15 and remove it. Push the cable plug...
S15 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera OPERATING THE CAMERA Manual and Automatic Operation MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate Download the free-of-charge the MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating MxManagementCenter systems (such as Windows, Linux, Macintosh, etc.).
S15 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera First Images and the Most Important Settings Once the MOBOTIX camera has been connected to the network, you need to set up the cameras network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the network parameters of the camera.
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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). Clicking Enter Default user data displays the user interface of the MOBOTIX camera (see also Section 3.2.2, «First...
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.
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...
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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.
Once the camera has been installed, the L76 and L160 sensor modules should be checked for proper image sharpness and manually adjusted, if required. To do so, use the blue lens wrench and the black module wrench (both are supplied with the S15 basic module). Procedure 1.
Adjusting Lens Focus and Inserting a Filter 3.3.2 Inserting a Filter MOBOTIX offers a polarization filter in its range of accessory products for all sensor mod- ules (except for L10-L12 and L270-L320). The polarization filter prevents unwanted reflections from smooth surfaces. The filter can be used to provide better facial recognition of the people behind the windshield of a car, for example.
Operation Using the Mouse and Scroll Wheel The vPTZ function of the S15 can be controlled in the browser using the mouse. This posi- tion becomes the new image center by clicking on any position on the image displayed on the monitor.
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You will find more information and details on vPTZ in the Camera Online Help or in the MxManagementCenter Tutorial on www.mobotix.com, Support > Tutorials. The latest versions of all the manuals are available for download from the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com under Support > Manuals.
The main advantage of full image recording lies in the special functionality of the S15, in that it can always maintain availability of a maximum size (full) image for later investigation, despite vPTZ actions carried out on the live image.
S15 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 3.4.3 Special S15 Configuration in the Browser The MOBOTIX S15M and S15D with one or two D10/N10 sensor modules offer a range of special configuration options for the image settings due to their hemispheric lenses.
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S15 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera Caution To permanently save the standard image setting defined for the S15 go to the Store Complete Configuration option in the Manage Settings Quick Control. The settings will then remain in effect, even after rebooting.
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Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Configuration of Audio Settings Thanks to the MOBOTIX S15 system’s flexible layout, there are a number of different micro- phone options depending on the model used (S15D, S15M). Information on how to connect external microphones and speakers is provided in Section 2.2.8, «External Audio Support (Microphone/Speaker)»...
“bad” and will no longer be used. No data is lost in this process. In addition, MOBOTIX cameras can 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 >...
MxFFS-formatted). The following steps are necessary to format a storage device (Admin / Flash Device 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.
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 Memory Card option.
• 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).
MicroSD Card Recording 3.5.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera A MicroSD card containing recorded data from a MOBOTIX camera can be inserted into any MicroSD card-enabled MOBOTIX camera. Once MicroSD card recording has been activated (requires a reboot), the “new” MOBOTIX camera automatically synchronizes with the card and resumes recording.
HTTP commands using programs and scripts of the embedded software. The settings are stored in the cameras 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 cameras online help.
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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.
(Image Programs Quick Control). • Set the resolution of the live image: By default, all MOBOTIX cameras are factory- set to an image resolution of 640 x 480 pixels. You can select the desired resolution using the Resolution Quick Control.
Action Group Overview dialog box. • Activate shock detector: The S15 is also equipped with a shock detector as stan- dard (for all IT and Secure models). If, for example, the cameras housing receives a blow, it automatically registers it and sends a notification via a network message or telephone call.
If you want to use a MOBOTIX S15 as door station, you should download the two manuals IP Video Door Station System Manual Part 1 and Part 2 (www.mobotix.com > Support >...
S15 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera Notes • In order to be able to use an S15 as door station, please make sure that the camera is running software release 4.1.9 or higher. • Only the new MX-DoorMaster (article no. MX-Door2-INT-PW) can be used together with the S15! The predecessor T24-DoorMaster (article no.
As an alternative to using the auto configuration of the camera as described in the last section, you can also use MxEasy to configure an S15 as a door station (just like when setting up an IP Video Door Station). Similar to the process above, all components need to have been wired and connected beforehand.
3.8.2 Reduced Weather Protection When Installing Upside-Down If you are installing the S15 upside-down (i.e., the connectors are pointing upwards), the camera does not reach protection class IP66 any more, but only IP54. If mounted upside- down, the camera can only be used in a dry indoor environment.
3.8.6 Resetting the Camera to Factory Settings You can reset spe- All settings of the MOBOTIX camera can be reset permanently to the factory default settings. cific parts of the This makes sense if you have, for example, obtained a camera without any information configuration or you would like to reset all settings after testing the camera.
Text and logos can be also deactivated or and the MOBOTIX logo at the top of the image. Once the camera arming has been acti- individually configured vated, the text at the bottom of the live image (event, action, messaging and recording symbols) will also appear.
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MOBOTIX products. Depending § on national laws and the installation location of the S15, 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.
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Never touch the dome or the protective lens covers: Due to the high performance of the S15, the area of the image sensor can get quite hot, especially when the ambient tem- perature is also high. This does not affect the proper functioning of the camera in any way.
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3.8.17 Disclaimer MOBOTIX AG does not assume any liability for damage that is the result of improper use of its products or failure to comply with the operating manuals or the applicable rules and regula- tions.
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/156 Manufacturer To demonstrate our confi dence in the quality of our products, MOBOTIX cameras have been used to capture all images that appear in this manual. Manufacturer MOBOTIX AG Kaiserstrasse 67722 Langmeil Germany Phone: +49 6302 9816-103 Fax: +49 6302 9816-190 www.mobotix.com...
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3 m/10 ft long. Two adjacent rooms can be discreetly monitored with only one camera. The S15M is the single-lens variant of the S15 FlexMount for installing behind panels that can also be used as door station camera.
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