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  • Page 1 Camera Manual Q26 Hemispheric...
  • 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

    Technical Specifications 1.2.1 Lens Options 1.2.2 Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats 1.2.3 Software Features 1.2.4 Technical Data Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.3.1 Q26 Camera 1.3.2 Mounting Kits and Mounts Available Accessories 1.4.1 On-Wall Set 1.4.2 10° On-Wall Set 1.4.3 Vandalism Set 1.4.4 In-Ceiling Set 1.4.5 Outdoor Wall Mount...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents 1.5 MOBOTIX Software 1.5.1 Integrated Camera Software (Firmware) 1.5.2 MxManagementCenter 1.5.3 MOBOTIX MxBell Installation Preparing the Installation 2.1.1 Wall-Mounted 2.1.2 Ceiling-Mounted 2.1.3 Mounting Options 2.1.4 Network Connection And Power Supply, UPS 2.1.5 Preparing the Camera Connections, MX-Overvoltage-Protection-Box 2.1.6 Wiring, Fire Prevention, Lightning and Surge Protection Mounting the Camera Without Accessories 2.2.1 Mounting Instructions...
  • Page 5 Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 2.9.1 Notes on Cable Lengths and Power Supply 2.9.2 Connecting the Q26 to the Network Using a Patch Cable 2.9.3 Power Supply Using a Switch 2.9.4 Power Supply When Connected Directly to a Computer 2.9.5 Power Supply with Power-Over-Ethernet Products...

  • Page 6: Legal Notes

    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.

  • Page 7: Safety Warnings

    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.

  • 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 Q26 Hemispheric!

  • Page 10: Product Overview

    This makes it hard to comprehend the overall setting. The new panorama function of the Q26 delivers a widescreen image of a high-resolution 180° allround view. High image quality is achieved through the use of a six-megapixel sensor and the new hemispheric lens.
  • Page 11 Q26 Hemispheric Panorama Focus – One Camera, Three Views (Wall-Mounted) Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image: the Q26 is capable of providing two more views at the same time with the 180° panorama, allowing you to focus on two scenes in parallel (“Panorama Focus” display mode).
  • Page 12 The overview image provided by a single Q26, which may be tailored in a number of ways according to specific user require- ments, not only reduces the number of required cameras, but also minimizes the system costs by reducing the wiring complexity, emergency power requirements and number of recording devices required.
  • Page 13 Q26 Hemispheric Surround View (Quad View), Based on the Correct Full Image The Q26 “Surround” display mode replaces (when ceiling mounted) four cameras, and shows four directions simultaneously on the monitor in a quad view. The preset North position can be moved to any direction in the image;...
  • Page 14 Low Light Conditions – No Problem The maximum resolution of the color and black&white image sensors is 6 megapixels. The higher light sensitivity of the new color image sensors now allow using MOBOTIX color cam- eras around the clock even when the illumination is low.
  • Page 15 Q26 Hemispheric Virtual PTZ (vPTZ) – No Motor Required The Q26 can zoom in on detail as well. These vPTZ functions are a standard feature in the integrated Q26 camera software. The image from the hemispheric camera can be enlarged using e.g. the mouse wheel, a joystick or a software-controlled PTZ panel, and you can “move”...
  • Page 16 For this reason, MOBOTIX has added the new full image recording feature to the Q26. This will not store the currently viewed image that reflects the pan/tilt position and the zoom setting chosen by the user, but the full sensor image - without vPTZ settings or image correction.
  • Page 17 Example: The people marked by the red circle in the middle area of the image would not have been recorded by a regular PTZ camera; the full image recording of the Q26 allows to deter- mine for example, the exact time at which the people entered the image area recorded by the camera.
  • Page 18 Some application scenarios benefit from a surveillance camera that is present, but with- out attracting attention. The low-key, elegant appearance of the camera, especially when installed with the In-Ceiling set, makes the Q26 an optimum solution where discreet design and an inconspicuous look are important. Hotels and restaurants present an ideal example,...
  • Page 19 Application examples in this context are installations in public transportation such as busses, trains, aboard ships, airplanes, etc. Q26 in the In-Ceiling Set (local public transport bus) Q26 in the In-Ceiling Set with stainless steel ring (elevator)
  • Page 20 Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Q26 with 10° On-Wall Set Q26 with In-Ceiling Set...

  • Page 21: Hemispheric Technology

    Q26 Hemispheric 1.1.2 Hemispheric Technology The Q26 Hemispheric offers all the image views known from MOBOTIX’ other hemispheric cameras, including Panorama , Panorama Focus , Double Panorama , Full Image , Normal and Surround . The primary components of a hemispheric camera include a fisheye lens, a high-resolution image sensor, and image correction software that is integrated into the camera.
  • Page 22 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.
  • Page 23 Q26 Hemispheric Panorama Focus Maximum room overview while simultaneously viewing detail in a single image. A hemispheric sensor module can also provide two additional views so that you can focus on two detail scenes simultaneously in addition to the panorama view.

  • Page 24: Advantages And New Features

    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 Q26 offers the best MOBOTIX image quality that is currently available thanks to the light sensitivity provided by the six-megapixel color sensor that is many times over than that of the previously used color sensors and the new MxLEO exposure control.
  • Page 25 Q26 Hemispheric Black&White Image Sensor with Six Megapixels You can now order the Q26 with a six-megapixel night sensor that can deliver black and white images with up to 6MP resolution. This results in larger images than those delivered by a 1.3-megapixel sensor with a perceptibly higher degree of details.

  • Page 26: Decentralized Video System

    The Q26 is equipped with a shock detector as standard. 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.
  • Page 27 Q26 Hemispheric 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 megapixel •...

  • Page 28: Technical Specifications

    Both lenses deliver good image quality even when using maximum digital zoom. Since MOBOTIX cameras are back- light-proof, they do not require a mechanical auto iris, making them extremely robust and maintenance free.
  • Page 29 Another benefit is that you can easily set a 35 mm camera (analog or digital) to the same focal length of the MOBOTIX lens to obtain the same angle of view. This approach greatly facilitates lens selection.

  • Page 30: Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats

    Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.2.2 Lenses, Hardware, Image Formats Camera Model Lenses, Sensors B016 Hemispheric • B036* Super Wide-Angle – B041* Super Wide-Angle – B061 Wide-Angle – B079 Wide-Angle – B119 Tele – B237 Tele – B500 Tele –...

  • Page 31: Software Features

    Q26 Hemispheric 1.2.3 Software Features Camera Model General Features Digital zoom (continuous) with panning • Motion JPEG/MxPEG/H.264 codecs •/•/– Programmable exposure ones • Snapshot rec. (pre-/post-alarm images) Terabyte ring buffer storage (internal/network) • Event/continuous rec. with sound (0.2 to 30 fps) •/•...

  • Page 32: Technical Data

    Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview 1.2.4 Technical Data Mx-Q26A/B*-6D016 (daylight image sensor, color) Mx-Q26A/B*-6N016 (night image sensor, Black&White) Model Variants *Variant Mx-Q26B supports MOBOTIX MxBus modules Lens Option 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 Sensitivity Black&White sensor (night): 0,02 lx @ 1/60s;...
  • Page 33 Q26 Hemispheric 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 61000-6- Certifications 4:2007+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 At MxBus: max.

  • Page 34: Delivered Parts And Dimensions

    Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.3.1 Q26 Camera 1.16 1.15 1.14 1.13 1.12 1.11 1.10 Item Quantity Part Name Camera housing Lens (installed) Lens wrench microSD card (SDXC, SDHC pre-installed) Ethernet patch cable CAT5 0.5 m/20 in, installed...
  • Page 35 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) •...
  • Page 36 Mounting Ring Drilling Template (Incl. Space For Wall Outlet) Note You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com. Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).

  • Page 37: Mounting Kits And Mounts

    Delivered Parts and Dimensions 1.3.2 Mounting Kits and Mounts On-Wall Set The On-Wall Set must be ordered separately from the MOBOTIX camera. Item Quantity Part Name On-Wall set housing Stainless steel Allen screws M4x35 mm Stainless steel washers Ø 4.3 mm...
  • Page 38 ø 160 mm/6.3 in ø 166 mm/6.54 in Notes You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com (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).
  • Page 39 Delivered Parts and Dimensions In-Ceiling Set The In-Ceiling Set must be ordered separately from the MOBOTIX camera. Item Quantity Part Name Ceiling mounting ring incl. 4 flat headed screws Decoration ring Wrench for In-Ceiling mount Clamps...
  • Page 40 0.86 in thickness ø 180 mm/7.09 in Notes You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com. Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
  • Page 41 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Vandalism Set The Vandalism Set must be ordered separately from the camera. Item Quantity Part Name Stainless steel cover 2 mm stainless steel Spacers for Vandalism set Security screws M4x16 mm Two-hole driver bit for security screws Polycarbonate dome incl.
  • Page 42 Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Available Variants of Vandalism Set: Stainless steel, polished Stainless steel, matt...
  • Page 43 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Wall Mount Item Quantity Part Name Wall Mount Universal screw anchors 8 mm Stainless steel washers Ø 6.4 mm Stainless steel wood screws with hex head 6x50 mm Wall sealing Stainless steel Allen screws M4x16 mm Stainless steel washers Ø...
  • Page 44 Depth: 201 mm/7.91 in Width: 216 mm/8.5 in Notes You can download the drilling template from www.mobotix.com. Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
  • Page 45 Delivered Parts and Dimensions Corner And Pole Mount Item Quantity Part Name Pole mount, stainless steel, white, powder-coated Stainless steel Allen screws M6x20 mm Stainless steel washers Ø 6 mm Stainless steel lock nuts M6 Stainless steel straps Cable fitting with counter nut and O-ring cord Wood screws 6x80mm incl.

  • Page 46: Available Accessories

    Q26 Camera Manual: Product Overview Available Accessories 1.4.1 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 mod- ules within the On-Wall Mount (WLAN, battery, ...).

  • Page 47: In-Ceiling Set

    Available Accessories 1.4.4 In-Ceiling Set Order no.: MX-OPT-IC For simple installation in false ceiling tiles. Can also be used as a wall mount in drywalls Suitable for discreet surveillance. Optionally available with a stainless steel ring. 1.4.5 Outdoor Wall Mount Order no.: MX-OPT-WH Consists of Outdoor Wall Mount and mounting supplies.

  • Page 48: Miniusb Cable To Miniusb (Angled/Straight)

    Only cables with MOBOTIX add-on modules (MX-232-IO-Box, ExtIO, CamIO) angled plugs can be can be connected directly to the Q26 with this cable, which used for the Q26 is up to five meters long. 1.4.9 MiniUSB Cable to MiniUSB (Angled/Angled) Order no.: MX-CBL-MU-EN-EN-PG-05/2/5...

  • Page 49: Npa-Poe-Set

    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 50: Mx-Gps-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 51: Mx2Wire+ Media Converter

    1.4.19 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.

  • Page 52: Mobotix Software

    MOBOTIX MxManagementCenter remote station and MOBOTIX MxBell. The Q26 models therefore also feature a variety of functions that are integrated in the firm- ware: from motion detection and long-term storage right through to alarm notification via video IP telephony.

  • Page 53: 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 54: 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 55 MOBOTIX Software Notes...

  • Page 56: Installation

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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;...

  • Page 57: Wall-Mounted

    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.
  • Page 58 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.
  • Page 59 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.

  • Page 60: 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.
  • Page 61 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.
  • Page 62 This is a special method of Q26 installation, Mount will be needed 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!

  • Page 63: Mounting Options

    10 degrees. The inclination makes it possible for the camera to deliver the best images even in demanding situations. In-Ceiling Installation (MX-OPT-IC) The In-Ceiling Set allows the Q26 camera to be installed in suspended Discreet in-ceiling installation; decorative ceilings, for example.
  • Page 64 Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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.
  • Page 65 Preparing the Installation 3. Mount the camera to the stand using the two stainless steel Allen screws. 5 mm/ 4. Use the Torx screw to fasten the mount onto the wall. Make 0.20 in 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.

  • Page 66: Network Connection And Power Supply, Ups

    Power Over Ethernet (PoE Conforming to IEEE 802.3af) The Q26 supports the Power over Ethernet standard All Q26 models are supplied with power using the PoE standard. The Network Power Adapter IEEE 802.3af (PoE) (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.

  • Page 67: 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 68: 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 69 Preparing the Installation 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 1.4.13, «MX-Overvoltage-...

  • Page 70: Mounting The Camera Without Accessories

    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.
  • Page 71 Mounting the Camera Without Accessories Required Tools Please check that all components supplied with the camera are present in the original pack- aging first (see Section 1.3.1, «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.

  • Page 72: Procedure

    (available for downloading from an installation depth of www.mobotix.com) to mark the position of the wall out- at least 20 mm/8 in let 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.
  • Page 73 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.
  • Page 74 Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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.
  • Page 75 Mounting the Camera Without Accessories 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.

  • Page 76: Mounting The Camera With The On-Wall Set

    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.
  • Page 77 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). Drilling Template On-Wall Set ø...
  • Page 78 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...

  • Page 79: Procedure

    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.
  • Page 80 Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 6. Remove the mounting ring: Separate the black mount- ing 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.

  • Page 81: Mounting The Camera With The In-Ceiling Set

    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.).
  • Page 82 0.86 in thickness ø 180 mm/7.09 in Notes Use the drilling template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com. Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
  • Page 83 • 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...

  • Page 84: Procedure

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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 sup- plied cutting template of the In-Ceiling Set (available for downloading from www.mobotix.com).
  • Page 85 Mounting the Camera with the On-Wall Set 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.

  • Page 86: Installing The Vandalism Set

    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.

  • Page 87: Procedure

    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, includ- ing the Allen screws, with the stainless steel cover, the security screws and the four spacers of the Vandalism set.
  • Page 88 Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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.

  • Page 89: Installing The Wall Mount

    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.).
  • Page 90 Depth: 201 mm/7.91 in Width: 216 mm/8.5 in Notes Use the drilling template available for downloading from www.mobotix.com. Make sure that the drilling template is not scaled or adjusted to the paper size when printing the PDF file (enlarged or reduced).
  • Page 91 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 •...

  • Page 92: Procedure

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 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.
  • Page 93 Installing the Wall Mount 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.

  • Page 94: Installing The Corner And Pole Mount

    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 com- plete installation must be ordered separately.
  • Page 95 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: •...

  • Page 96: Mounting To A Pole

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.7.2 Mounting to a Pole Use the supplied stainless steel straps to affix the Corner and Pole Mount to a pole. • Guide the supplied stainless steel straps through the openings in the Corner and Pole Mount as shown in the figure.

  • Page 97: Mounting To A Wall Or Building Corner

    Corner and Pole Mount into place on the corner of the building using the wood screws and washers. Use the supplied drilling template (available for download- ing from www.mobotix.com) to mark the positions for drilling the holes. •...

  • Page 98: Mounting The Wall Mount To The Corner And Pole Mount

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.7.4 Mounting the Wall Mount to the Corner and Pole Mount • 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»).

  • Page 99: 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 100: Inserting A Microsd Card

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.8.2 Inserting a MicroSD Card 1. Insert the MicroSD card: Push the MicroSD card into the Push-push function: insert MicroSD card, then card slot as shown, until an audible and perceptible click push until it clicks indicates it is in place.

  • Page 101: Network And Power Connection, Additional Cables

    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 102: 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 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»...

  • Page 103: Power Supply When Connected Directly To A Computer

    Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 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.

  • Page 104: Connecting A Usb Cable

    2. Remove bayonet catch and USB plug: Turn the bay- onet 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).

  • Page 105: Connecting A Two-Wire Mxbus Cable

    Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables 2.9.7 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 Q26. Note that you can attach two MxBus cables (each having...

  • Page 106: Variable Poe

    Q26 Camera Manual: Installation 2.9.8 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 107 Network and Power Connection, Additional Cables Notes...

  • Page 108: Operating The Camera

    Q26 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 109 Manual and Automatic Operation – Overview 3. Configure the camera. Using the web-based user interface or MxManagementCenter. Camera software in the browser...

  • Page 110: First Images And The Most Important Settings

    Q26 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 111 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, ac tivate the Use the following IP address option.
  • Page 112 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 113: 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 114 Q26 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 115: 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 116 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 117 . 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.

  • Page 118: Boot Options Of The Camera

    Q26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 3.2.4 Boot 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 119 First Images and the Most Important Settings 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 Make sure you store without using boot option 2, the last stored configuration will be used.

  • Page 120: Virtual Ptz And Full Image Recording

    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.
  • Page 121 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).

  • Page 122: Full Image Recording

    Q26 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 123 First Images and the Most Important Settings 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 124: Special Q26 Configuration In The Browser

    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.
  • Page 125 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 126 Q26 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 127 First Images and the Most Important Settings 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.
  • Page 128 Q26 Camera Manual: Operating the Camera 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).
  • Page 129 First Images and the Most Important Settings 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 130 Q26 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 131: 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 132 Monitoring the Cell Wear of Flash Storage Devices (Patent Pending) MOBOTIX uses its own technology for this pur- pose and has a pending patent. You can view the flash wear in the status bar of the live image or by opening Admin Menu >...

  • Page 133: 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 134: Activating Microsd Card 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 135: 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 136: Using A Microsd Card In A Different Mobotix Camera

    Q26 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 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.

  • Page 137: 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 138 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 139: 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 140 Action Group Overview dialog box. • 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.

  • Page 141: Additional Notes

    Additional Notes Additional Notes 3.6.1 Weatherproofness The MOBOTIX Q26 has been certified according to protection class IP65 (absolutely dust- proof 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.

  • Page 142: Using The Boot Options Of The Camera

    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 143: Browser

    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.

  • Page 144: Online Help In The Browser

    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.

  • Page 145: Rohs Declaration

    & 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.
  • Page 146 Q26 Camera Manual Notes...
  • Page 147 Tax Code: 44/676/0700/4 VAT ID: DE202203501 You can fi nd the latest version of this and other documents (e.g., declarations of conformity) at www.mobotix.com in the Support > Download Center > Documentation section. Technical specifi cations subject to change without notice!
  • Page 148 Camera Manual Q26 Hemispheric...

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