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MV93 Installation Guide
This guide describes how to install and configure the Cisco Meraki MV93, a smart camera that integrates with the
Meraki dashboard. It covers the overview, powering, preparing dashboard, and step-by-step installation instructions for
the MV93 camera.
MV93 Series Overview
The Cisco Meraki MV93 series MVs are the 3rd Generation network cameras that are exceptionally simple to deploy
and configure due to their integration into the Meraki Dashboard and cloud-augmented edge storage. The MV family
eliminates complex and costly servers and video recorders required by traditional solutions, removing the limitations on
video surveillance deployments.
Package Contents
In addition to the MV camera, the following are provided:
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  • Page 1 MV93 Installation Guide This guide describes how to install and configure the Cisco Meraki MV93, a smart camera that integrates with the Meraki dashboard. It covers the overview, powering, preparing dashboard, and step-by-step installation instructions for the MV93 camera. MV93 Series Overview The Cisco Meraki MV93 series MVs are the 3rd Generation network cameras that are exceptionally simple to deploy and configure due to their integration into the Meraki Dashboard and cloud-augmented edge storage.
  • Page 2 MV93-HW Unit MV93M-HW MV93X-HW 1 x base mount plate small Mounting Equipment 1x base mount plate large 1x Decorative cover...
  • Page 3 1 x conduit adapter MV93 series does not ship with mounting screws and anchors as an included accessory in the packaging content. Screw Recommendation: • Type: Self-Tapping Screw • Size: M4 • Length: Minimum 25mm • Screw head diameter: Maximum 10mm •...
  • Page 4 Initial Considerations While the MV93 enables you to achieve a broad overview of the area to gain situation awareness, it does not completely replace the need for other cameras in your surveillance network. First, consider the goal(s) you hope to achieve with your new fisheye camera.
  • Page 5 • Position your camera away from corners to fully utilize its 360 degree FoV. The ideal placement is typically on the ceiling at or near the center of a room. • Keep ambient lighting consistent. With a larger FoV, it can be difficult to maintain consistent lighting conditions throughout the entire frame.
  • Page 6 Highest Quality ( 2880x2880, Enhanced) High retention ( 1080p, High) • 20 to 40 feet: At this distance, details will be lost and identification of objects or people is possible but will become difficult. Smaller objects may become invisible if a lower resolution is selected. If identification is needed at these distances, consider supplementing your camera design with additional cameras.
  • Page 7 Highest Quality ( 2880x2880, Enhanced) High retention ( 1080p, High) Understanding the amount of detail required at a specific radius extending from your fisheye camera will allow proper planning and design of your security camera system. Use the reference PPF values in this for exact calculation.
  • Page 8 Highest Quality ( 2880x2880, Enhanced) High retention ( 1080p, High) Furthermore, the camera’s computer vision analytics function on training algorithms based on a top-down view of its surroundings. Orientations differing from this model will limit the performance of the camera’s analytics. Therefore, it is not recommended to install the MV93 perpendicular to the ground.
  • Page 9 instructions about creating, configuring and managing Meraki Camera networks, refer to the online documentation (https://documentation.meraki.com/MV). 1. Login to https://dashboard.meraki.com. If this is your first time, create a new account. 2. Find the network to which you plan to add your cameras or create a new network. 3.
  • Page 10 Note: Leave the protective plastic cover on the optical dome throughout the installation process to prevent any damage to the dome. The protective cover should be removed once the installation process is completed. Microphone Cut-off Switch The MV93 Series has a new microphone cut-off switch at the camera's base. This switch can be used to disable audio and override the Dashboard Audio Settings for an added layer of security.
  • Page 11 Mounting Base Plate Template Instructions Use the template to determine mounting hole locations for wall mounting before screwing in the base mount plate. Peel backing from the mounting template to stick on the wall. Use template holes marked with the letter “A” for standard wall mounting.
  • Page 12 Cable Gland Assembly and Installation Follow this in-depth cable gland assembly guide to connect the PoE cable to the camera cable gland and ensure seal is water-tight. This step is very important and may result in damage to the camera if done improperly. Note: If installing external conduit terminated at the camera, ensure the camera conduit adapter and terminal adapter are pulled over the camera pigtail before making the connection to avoid the risk of water damage leading to hardware failure and warranty void.
  • Page 13 Conduit Adapter Installation If using a conduit adapter, attach the terminal adapter to the conduit adapter. Route the conduit over the water-tight cable gland assembly and terminate at the terminal adapter. Ensure the camera conduit adapter is securely placed on the base mount plate as pictured.
  • Page 14 Installing the conduit box to MV93 series: (optional) Attaching to the Mounting Plate The MV93 series comes with two base mount plates, a small plate and a large plate. The functionality of both plates is identical. Please refer to the guidelines below on using the base plate mounting to any surface or on top of a mounting accessory.
  • Page 15 MV93 Mount using small base plate • Mount the small base plate onto the wall surface using the paper template provided. • Use 3x Wall anchor and screws to fix the base plate to the wall. • The MV93 Series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV93 series to the small base plate.
  • Page 16 • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard. • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured.
  • Page 17 MV93 Mount using large base plate • Mount the large base plate onto the wall surface using the paper template provided. • Use 4x Wall anchor and screws to fix the base plate to the wall. • The MV93 Series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV93 series to the large base plate.
  • Page 18 • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard. • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured. MV93 Mount using large base plate and Decorative Cover...
  • Page 19 • Mount the large base plate onto the wall surface using the paper template provided. • Use 4x Wall anchor and screws to fix the base plate to the wall. • Place the decorative cover on top of the large base plate and press the cover against the plate. You will hear a click as the decorative cover is secured.
  • Page 20 • The MV93 series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV93 series to the small base plate. • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard. • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured. 4.
  • Page 21 • Solid Amber - MV is not able to connect to the Dashboard. • Flashing Red: The MV has detected insufficient PoE power. Flashing Red LED state: MV5.5 is the minimum firmware requirement for this new state The MV93 series requires an 802.3at power source; if insufficient power is detected, the MV alerts using a flashing RED LED state and reports more details to the event log.

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