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MV12 Installation Guide MV12 Overview The Cisco Meraki MV12 is a wireless networked camera that is exceptionally simple to deploy and configure due to its integration into the Meraki dashboard and the use of cloud augmented edge storage. The MV family eliminates the complex and costly servers and video recorders required by traditional solutions which removes the limitations typically placed on video surveillance deployments.
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Pre-Install Preparation You should complete the following steps before installing the MV12 in its final location. Configure your MV12 in the Networking using Dashboard You should complete the following steps before installing the MV12 in its final location. The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add a MV12 to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring, and managing Meraki Camera networks, refer to the online ( https://documentation.meraki.com/MV).
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Assigning IP Addresses At this time, the MV12 does not support static IP assignment. MV12 units must be added to a subnet that uses DHCP and has available DHCP addresses to operate correctly. Installation Instructions Note: Each MV12 comes with an instruction insert within the box. This insert contains detailed step-by- step guides and images to assist in the physical installation of the camera.
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2. Install the wall mount plate using the template to determine the mounting hole locations before screwing in the mount plate. Peel backing from mount template to stick on wall. Slide the MV12 onto the wall mount. 3. Connect the PoE cable to camera.
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4. Remove the the lens cover with protective shell still intact to connect the PoE RJ45 cable in two possible methods (1) through wall plate or (2) through the cable opening after removing the cable guard.
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6. Place the camera over the top of the mount plate and match to plate hooks/mounts. Secure with Phillips or Torx head safety screw. 7. Aim the lens. Look through the camera on the Meraki Dashboard to fine tune the picture. The camera sensor and lens unit can be physically tilted through a range of 65 degrees, rotated through a range of 350 degrees, and panned through a range of 350 degrees.
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8. After the lens adjust is complete, place the lens and protective cover back on the camera.
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9. Remove the protective cover. The MV12 is equipped with a LED light on front of the unit to convey information about system functionality and performance. 10. Login to dashboard.meraki.com...
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