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  • Page 1 Camera Manual M26 Allround...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 1999-2019, MOBOTIX AG, Langmeil, Germany. Technical information subject to change without notice. MOBOTIX AG and its subsidiaries do not assume any liability for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1.5.7 NPA-PoE-Set 1.5.8 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 1.5.9 MX-NPA-Box 1.5.10 MX-GPS-Box 1.5.11 MX-232-IO-Box 1.5.12 ExtIO Expansion Module 1.5.13 Mx2wire+ Media Converter 1.5.14 Security Screw Set with Allen Bit 1.5.15 Other Accessories 1.6 MOBOTIX Software 1.6.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 1.6.2 MxManagementCenter 1.6.3 MOBOTIX MxBell...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Installation Preparing the Installation 2.1.1 Mounting Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole 2.1.2 Mounting with Hemispheric Lens B016 2.1.3 Network Connection and Power Supply, UPS 2.1.4 Preparing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 2.1.5 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount 2.2.1 VarioFlex Wall Mount Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount*...
  • Page 5 3.4.2 Formatting the MicroSD Card 3.4.3 Activating Recording 3.4.4 Accessing Data on the MicroSD Card 3.4.5 Deactivating Card Recording 3.4.6 Using a MicroSD Card in a Different MOBOTIX Camera 3.4.7 Limitations on Warranty When Using Flash Storage Media 3.5 Configuration in the Browser 3.5.1 Overview...

  • Page 6: Legal Notes

    M26, 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...

  • Page 7: Safety Warnings

    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. •...

  • Page 8: Foreword

    If you have any questions, our support and international sales staff are available at intl-support@mobotix.com 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 M26 Allround!

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    M26 Camera Manual: Product Overview PRODUCT OVERVIEW 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* •...

  • Page 11: Software Features

    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 Free-of-charge download from MxManagementCenter • www.mobotix.com MOBOTIX MxBell • or App Store/ Google Play...

  • Page 12: Technical Data

    M26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Technical Data Mx-M26A/B* (all Day/Night image sensors) Model Versions *Variant Mx-M26B supports MOBOTIX MxBus modules Lens Options MX-B016 bis MX-B500, 180° to 8° horizontal angle of view Color sensor (day): 0,1 lx @ 1/60s; 0,005 lx @ 1s Sensitivity BW sensor (night): 0,02 lx @ 1/60s;...
  • Page 13 Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats Power Supply Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af) Power Consumption Typ. 4 W At MxBus: max. 2.5 W, at USB: max. 2.5 W, total max. 3 W Power Consumption of External Devices The power consumption of the camera will increase accordingly! IP66 Protection Classes IK06...

  • Page 14: Delivered Parts And Dimensions

    M26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.4.1 The M26 Camera 1.15 1.14 1.13 1.10, 1.11, 1.12 Item Quantity Part Name Camera in weatherproof housing including VarioFlex wall mount Ceiling mount* Only included if this had been specified when ordering the camera! Gasket for wall and ceiling mount Lens, mounted (standard M14, CSVario, or B016) Lens cover, 1 mounted, 1 replacement (cover for CSVario/B016 not shown)*...
  • Page 15 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Camera Housing and Connectors The MOBOTIX M26 consists of the camera in the weatherproof housing and the VarioFlex mount. Connectors • Network (Ethernet network including PoE supply) • Mini USB (e.g. for ExtIO) • MxBus (only Mx-M26B variant) •...
  • Page 16 M26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Note Note on fastening cables leading into the camera: Cables passing in to the back of the camera (patch cable for the network connection and for Mini USB) are secured using a special cable retainer with bayonet catch. When replacing this cable, ensure that the cable is prop- erly seated in the port and that the retainer with the blue bayonet catch is locked (short clockwise turn until it clicks...
  • Page 17 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Caution Only use original MOBOTIX cable to connect the camera. Standard cables purchased from other suppliers do not meet the necessary specifications for proper protection (no longer weatherproof according to IP66). MOBOTIX patch cables are available as accessories...

  • Page 18: Dimensions For Wall Installation

    M26 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.4.2 Dimensions for Wall Installation 106.5 mm/4.19 in 222 mm/8.74 in 112 mm/4.41 in 140.5 mm/5.53 in 1.4.3 Dimensions for Ceiling Installation 106.5 mm/4.19 in 137 mm/5.39 in 106.5 mm/4.19 in 27 mm/1.06 in 140.5 mm/5.53 in...

  • Page 19: Dimensions Of Wall Mount

    0.25 in 80 mm/3.15 in 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).

  • Page 20: Available Accessories

    Order no.: MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS If you are intending to mount the camera to a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX Pole Mount for M26 cameras. This mount is made of 3 mm pow- der-coated stainless steel (white) and has been designed specifically for outdoor use.

  • Page 21: Miniusb Cable To Miniusb (Angled/Angled)

    Available Accessories 1.5.4 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 M26 with this cable, which is up to five meters long. 1.5.5 MiniUSB Cable to USB-A Socket Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-AB-05/2/5...

  • Page 22: Mx-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

    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...

  • Page 23: Mx-232-Io-Box

    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.

  • Page 24: Security Screw Set With Allen Bit

    (1/4 in drive with hole for security pin) fits regular power screwdrivers. 1.5.15 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.

  • Page 25: Mobotix Software

    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.

  • Page 26: Mxmanagementcenter

    MxManagementCenter is perfectly designed in combination with MOBOTIX cameras repre- senting the decentralized concept at its best. MxMC allows controlled recording access via the camera or later directly to the NAS.

  • Page 27: Mobotix Mxbell

    Never miss another visitor, thanks to push notifications! Use MOBOTIX MxBell on your smart- phone 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 hands- free talking, automatic camera search, a live view, camera connection via SSL and display of the connection status.

  • Page 28: Installation

    Support section. 2.1.1 Mounting Options: Wall, Ceiling, Pole Like all MOBOTIX cameras, the M26 is extremely flexible in terms of how and where it can be installed. An M26 can be used for both indoor and outdoor applications. In fixed or mobile applications –...
  • Page 29 (IP66). Wall and ceiling mounts are designed so that they can be mounted over conventional flush-mounted sockets (without the frame) or cavity sockets and conceal them completely. In addition, the wall mount easily covers a MOBOTIX interface box. Space for RJ45 wall outlet/concealed cabling...
  • Page 30 M26 Camera Manual: Installation Mounting to a Wall The M26 can be mounted to the wall of a building or structures, even mobile surfaces, for both indoor and outdoor use. The camera is mounted using the pre-installed VarioFlex mount (supplied as standard), which is easily secured using the four enclosed screws and screw anchors (depending on the surface, it can also be mounted without screw anchors directly over the flush-mounted socket).

  • Page 31: Mounting With Hemispheric Lens B016

    Especially when using the camera in mobile outdoor scenarios (e.g., for surveillance of construction sites), the camera is often installed on round poles. In such cases, MOBOTIX recommends using the virtually indestructible pole mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) that is available as accessory for the M26.
  • Page 32 Recognition Perception 1.50 m/5 ft 3 m/10 ft 5 m/16.4 ft MOBOTIX recommendation MOBOTIX original image of 180° panorama (B016 lens) Mounting at the center of the wall Allround View Thanks to its hemispheric lens, a single M26 can monitor an entire room right including the four corners (360° Allround View).
  • Page 33 Preparing the Installation Furthermore, the “camera view from top to bottom” can also be achieved by mounting the camera to a wall or a pole at a tilt of 90°. Weather protection visible in Full Image display mode By panning/tilting/zooming the image, the concealed area can be completely removed from the image...

  • Page 34: Network Connection And Power Supply, Ups

    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 M26 can be powered by switches or routers which support the PoE (Power- over-Ethernet) standard and conform to IEEE 802.3af. Advantages of PoE power supply: •...

  • Page 35: Preparing The Camera Connections, Mx-Overvoltage-Protection-Box

    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).

  • Page 36: 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.

  • Page 37: Mounting The Camera With Wall Mount

    Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount Mounting the Camera with Wall Mount The M26 is a versatile camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The See Section 3.6.1, «Protecting the Camera camera must always be installed with the VarioFlex mount, which has been prepared at the Against Condensation»...
  • Page 38 MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, which is easily installed in the cavity of the VarioFlex wall mount. For additional information on the MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, open the Products > Accessories > Interface Boxes section on www.mobotix.com. Note that you can also install a flush-mounted socket with RJ45 connectors. In this case, make sure that the outlet lines up with the upper rim of the mount later on.
  • Page 39 RJ45 outlet. When using an MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, follow the installa- tion instructions supplied with the product. You can download the PDF file from the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals section. Make...
  • Page 40 M26 Camera Manual: Installation 5. Attach the camera: Place the wall mount over the drill holes and hold it against the wall. Then use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate wrench. Do not overtighten the screws as this may damage the plastic mount.

  • Page 41: Mounting The Camera With Ceiling Mount

    Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount* Mounting the Camera with Ceiling Mount* The M26 is an allround camera designed for use in indoor and outdoor applications. The See Section 3.6.1, «Protecting the Camera camera is always installed together with the VarioFlex mount, which has been prepared at Against Condensation»...
  • Page 42 M26 Camera Manual: Installation In addition, a cavity or flush-mounted socket can be installed for the network cable pro- truding from the ceiling, which allows sufficient space to connect the network cable with the camera patch cable using a standard adapter. Cable connector Flush-mounted socket Wall sealing...
  • Page 43 3. Drill the holes: Use the drilling template for the cam- No screw anchors are era (available from www.mobotix.com, Support > required in wooden surfaces Download Center > Documentation > Drilling Templates). Drill the holes for the supplied screw anchors.
  • Page 44 M26 Camera Manual: Installation 5. Connect the cable: Connect camera patch cable via connector. Make sure that the cable is not bent or squashed. 6. Attach the camera: Place the ceiling mount over the drill holes, use the four screws each with a washer and tighten them using the appropriate wrench.

  • Page 45: Mounting The Camera With Pole Mount (Accessory)

    Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessory) Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessory) If you are intending to mount the camera on a pole, you should consider using the MOBOTIX M26 Pole Mount. This mount is made of 3 mm powder-coated stainless steel (white) and has been designed specifically for outdoor use.

  • Page 46: Pole Mount (Mx-Mh-Secureflex-Esws)

    M26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.4.1 Pole Mount (MX-MH-SecureFlex-ESWS) Using the pre-installed VarioFlex Wall Mount, which is secured to the pole mount simply using four screws and nuts, the camera can be precisely panned, both horizontally and vertically, to suit the area that is to be monitored. When mounted to a pole, the camera can be turned or tilted as follows, just like wall installation: •...
  • Page 47 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessory) Scope of Delivery and Required Parts Please first check that all the components supplied with the Corner and Pole Mount Set are present in the original packaging. Item Count Part Name Pole Mount Stainless steel screws with hex head M6x20 mm Stainless steel screws with hex head M6x35 mm (not used) Stainless steel washers...
  • Page 48 RJ45 outlet. When using a MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box, follow the installation instructions supplied with the product. You can download the PDF file from the MOBOTIX website www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals section. Make sure that the cables are not bent...
  • Page 49 Mounting the Camera with Pole Mount (Accessory) 6. Attach the camera: Place the wall mount over the predrilled positions in the pole mount and tighten it using the supplied M6x25 mm screws (item 2.2), washers (item 2.4) and M6 hex nuts (item 2.5). Place the white caps on the screw heads.

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Camera And Exchanging The Lens

    M26 Camera Manual: Installation Adjusting the Camera and Exchanging the Lens 2.5.1 Adjusting the Camera 1. Establish a connection to the camera as described in Section 3.2, «First Images and the Most Important Settings». The live image from the camera should be visible on the computer monitor.

  • Page 51: Exchanging The Lens

    Only lenses with CS or C mounts may be used with the CSVario version of the M26. MOBOTIX lenses with M14 thread cannot be used. Similarly, the standard versions of the M26 can only take the standard MOBOTIX lenses with M14 thread.

  • Page 52: 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.

  • Page 53: Inserting The Microsd Card

    Replacing the MicroSD Card 2.6.2 Inserting the MicroSD Card Push-push operation: insert the MicroSD card 1. Insert the MicroSD card: Push the MicroSD card into the and push it in gently card slot as shown, until an audible and perceptible click indicates it is in place.

  • Page 54: Network And Power Connection

    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.

  • Page 55: Power Supply Using A Switch

    Products > Accessories > Interface Boxes section on www.mobotix.com. When using a standard network outlet (only for indoor installations), insert the MOBOTIX patch cable of the M26 directly into the network outlet. If additional cables are required inside the housing, they must be connected as described in Section 2.7.6, «Connecting a USB Cable»...

  • Page 56: Power Supply When Connected Directly To A Computer

    Power supply ing to a computer For the M26 you should use the blue MX-NPA-PoE-Set or the MX-NPA-Box – pre- Camera vious MOBOTIX network (10.8.0.11/255.0.0.0) RJ45 power accessories, such as the NPA-Set, Power-Box and Power-Rack (MX-NPA-Set, MX-NPR-4 and MX-NPR8/20)

  • Page 57: Connecting A Usb Cable

    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. Insert USB plug : Push the MOBOTIX cable with the angled MiniUSB plug into the connector (red circle in figure).

  • Page 58: Connecting A Two-Wire Mxbus Cable

    M26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.7.7 Connecting a Two-Wire MxBus Cable You can use such a cable to connect additional MOBOTIX mod- ules (e.g., the MX-GPS-Box or the MX-232-IO-Box) to the M26. Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having...

  • Page 59: Variable Poe

    Network and Power Connection 2.7.8 Variable PoE The power consumption of the camera depends on the functions in use as well as any periph- eral 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.).

  • Page 60: Operating The Camera

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera OPERATING THE CAMERA Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview MOBOTIX cameras do not require any extra software. Thus, you can set up and operate the Download the free-of-charge MxManagementCenter soft- MOBOTIX camera using a JavaScript-enabled browser on all common operating systems ware at www.mobotix.com...
  • Page 61 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 3. Configure the camera. Using the web-based user interface or MxManagementCenter. Camera software in the browser...

  • Page 62: First Images And The Most Important Settings

    M26 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 camera’s network interface accordingly. This step involves setting up and checking the network parameters of the camera.
  • Page 63 First Images and the Most Important Settings 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, activate the Use the following IP address option.
  • Page 64 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...

  • Page 65: First Images And The Most Important Settings In The Browser

    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.
  • Page 66 M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera Camera Views: Live, Player, MultiView The MOBOTIX camera automatically displays the live screen when it starts up (factory default set- ting). You can set a different start page in Admin Live view: http://<camera IP>/ Menu >...

  • Page 67: First Images And Network Parameter Configuration In Mxmc

    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 cam- eras)..
  • Page 68 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.
  • Page 69 . 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 > Documentation > Brochures & Guides >Tutorials.

  • Page 70: Boot Options Of The Camera

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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.
  • Page 71 First Images and the Most Important Settings Starting the Camera with Factory Default (Network) Settings If you use the camera’s boot option 2 to load the factory configuration, this configura- tion 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.

  • Page 72: Virtual Ptz And Full Image Recording

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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.
  • Page 73 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Operation Using 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”...

  • Page 74: Full Image Recording

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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.
  • Page 75 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 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.

  • Page 76: Special Configuration In The Browser

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 3.3.3 Special Configuration in the Browser Thanks to its hemispherical lens, the MOBOTIX M26 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 M26 is first installed.
  • Page 77 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 pan- orama 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.
  • Page 78 M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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 mod- ify the view you configure. This holds for all overview display modes, that is, also for Panorama/Focus, Double Panorama and Surround.
  • Page 79 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording Functions of the M26 OnScreen Control Close Tilt up Pan to the right Pan to the left 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 Depending on the mounting position (ceiling, wall, floor), section.
  • Page 80 M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera Ceiling-Mounted: Set North (User-Defined North Direction) Once the camera has been mounted on to the 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 camera or sensor module.
  • Page 81 Virtual PTZ and Full Image Recording 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.
  • Page 82 M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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).

  • Page 83: Microsd Card Recording

    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.
  • Page 84 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 open- ing Admin Menu >...

  • Page 85: Formatting The Microsd Card

    / Flash Device 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.

  • Page 86: Activating Recording

    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.

  • Page 87: Accessing Data On The Microsd Card

    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).

  • Page 88: Using A Microsd Card In A Different Mobotix Camera

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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 MOBOTIX camera. Once a MicroSD card recording has been activated (requires a reboot), the ”new” MOBOTIX camera automatically synchronizes with the card and resumes recording.

  • Page 89: Configuration In The Browser

    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 pro-...
  • Page 90 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.

  • Page 91: General Browser Settings

    (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.
  • Page 92 M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera • 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...

  • Page 93: Additional Notes

    The condensation is the water that condenses when it meets the cool surface of an object. To prevent condensation from building up, MOBOTIX Use 4 mm drill bit recommends drilling a hole corresponding to the...

  • Page 94: Password For The Admin Menu

    M26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera Depending on the later tilt of the camera, drill through the front or rear drain hole of the camera’s weatherproof housing. TILT (UP) Camera tilted upwards: Drill through rear drain hole Camera tilted down- TILT (DOWN) wards: Drill through front drain hole...

  • Page 95: Permanently Deactivating The Microphone

    Text and logos can be also deactivated or indi- and the MOBOTIX logo at the top of the image. Once the camera arming has been activated, vidually configured the text at the bottom of the live image (event, action, messaging and recording symbols) will also appear.

  • Page 96: Deactivating The Camera Reboot

    M26, 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.

  • Page 97: Safety Warnings

    • Make sure to install this product as shown in Chapter 2, «Installation» of this manual. • 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.

  • Page 98: Online Help In The Browser

    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 regula- tions.

  • Page 99: Disclaimer

    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.
  • Page 100 M26 Camera Manual Notes...
  • Page 101 VAT ID: DE202203501 You can fi nd the latest version of this and other documents (e.g., declarations of confor- mity) at www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation > Manuals section. Technical specifi cations subject to change without notice!
  • Page 102 Camera Manual M26 Allround...

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