Third Generation MV Cameras: Overview and Specifications
Overview
Introducing the MV63, MV93, MV13 and MV33 the third generation of smart cameras from Cisco Meraki which brings faster edge analytics, up to 4K video recording and machine learning for custom computer vision and camera intelligence. This new generation of smart cameras also introduces the ability to deploy outdoors, as well as wirelessly allowing for seamless deployment in almost any environment. They also include IR illumination to ensure visibility in a dark environment and during the night.
The MV63 and MV13 are fixed focus cameras that includes all the advanced analytics, computer vision, audio detection and other new features introduced along with the capability to record up to 4K in a smaller form factor to more easily integrate into existing environments. The MV93 and MV33 features the same innovative architecture as the rest of the MV family, and adds 360° viewing to provide greater context of an area.
Alongside the new edge analytics and 4K capabilities the third generation also introduces integrated IR illumination, up to 1TB of onboard storage, and physically adjustable pan and tilt for the perfect view of the space being monitored. They also come with built-in automatic security with secure boot and signed firmware, backed by a hardware security chip. All third generation cameras are also NDAA compliant.
Features
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*2880x2880 for the MV93 and MV33
Configuration
The basic initial configuration of the third generation cameras is just as simple as any other model of MV camera. The links below provide additional information and instructions relating to each step in getting the device setup and configured for the first time.
- Claim the device to an Organization on the Meraki Dashboard
- If a Dashboard Organization does not yet exist, Create one
- Add the device to a Dashboard Network
- If a Network does not yet exist, Create one first
- Physically connect the device to the local network
- Follow the steps in the corresponding Installation Guide
- Connect the device to any existing network infrastructure that provides PoE, DHCP, and Internet access
- Boot the device and let it check in to the Dashboard
- Allow the device to completely check-in and perform any initial firmware upgrades
- Finish configuring the device from the Meraki Dashboard
- Configure Wireless Profiles
- Configure Privacy Windows
- Configure Recording / Retention Settings
Technical Breakdown
Hardware Breakdown
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MV63/MV63X |
MV93/MV93X |
MV13 | MV33 | |
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Maximum Possible Video Quality |
Up to 4K with H.264 Smart Codec at 15fps |
Up to 8MP(2880x2880) w/ H.264, at 15fps |
Up to 4k with H.264 Smart Codec at 8fps |
up to 8MP video recording (2880x2880) w/ H.264, at 8 fps |
| Image Sensor |
1/2.8” 8.41MP (3854x2176) progressive CMOS image sensor |
1/2.3” 12.4MP (4072x3046) progressive CMOS image sensor |
1/2.8” 8.41MP (3854x2176) progressive CMOS backlit image senso |
1/2.3” 12.4MP (4072x3046) progressive CMOS Backlit image sensor |
| Focal Length |
3.3 mm focal length |
1.6 mm focal length |
3.3 mm focal length |
1.6 mm focal length |
| Aperture |
f/2.0 |
f/2.0 |
f/2.0 aperture |
f/2.0 aperture |
| Shutter Speed |
1/30s - 1/32000s |
1/30s - 1/32000s |
1/30 - 1/32,000s | 1/30s - 1/32000s |
| Field of View |
Horizontal: 102° |
Horizontal: 180° |
Horizontal:101.3° |
Horizontal: 180° Vertical: 180° |
| Lens Adjustment Range |
Tilt: 65° |
NA |
Tilt: 65° Rotation: 350° Pan: 350° |
NA |
| IR Illuminators |
Yes, up to 20m (66ft) |
Yes, up to 20m (66ft) |
Yes, up to 15m (49ft) | NA |
| Video Storage |
MV63- 256GB high endurance solid state |
MV93- 256GB high endurance solid state |
256 GB high-endurance solid-state storage | 256 GB high-endurance solid-state storage |
| Wireless |
802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Thermal Elements |
Yes |
Yes |
NA | NA |
| Ratings |
IK10+ and IP67 |
IK10+ and IP67 |
NA | NA |
For details on how many days of retention can be achieved per MV model, please refer to the Video Retention knowledge base article.
Wireless Radio
| Third Gen | |
| Radios |
2.4 GHz 802.11b/g/n 5 GHz 802.11a/n/ac |
| Antenna |
Integrated 1x1 MU-MIMO Omnidirectional (4.4 dBi gain at 2.4 GHz, 6.3 dBi gain at 5 GHz) |
| Channel Width | 20, 40, and 80 MHz channels |
| Supported Frequencies |
2.412 - 2.484 GHz 5.150 - 5.250 GHz (UNII-1) 5.250 - 5.350 GHz (UNII-2) 5.470 - 5.600, 5.660 - 5.725 GHz (UNII-2e) 5.725 - 5.825 GHz (UNII-3) |
| QAM | Up to 256 QAM on both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands |
| 802.11 Security | WPA, WPA2-PSK, WPA2-Enterprise with 802.1X, EAP-TTLS, TKIP and AES encryption |
Physical
| MV63 | MV93 | MV13 | MV33 | |
| Mount Type (out-of-box) | Wall / Ceiling Mount | Wall / Ceiling Mount | Wall / Ceiling Mount | Wall / Ceiling Mount |
| Supported Mount Accessories | Pole mount, Wall mount L bracket, Wall mount arm, Conduit back box, T-rail adapter, Corner mount | Pole mount, Wall mount L bracket, Wall mount arm, Conduit back box, T-rail adapter, Corner mount | Pole mount, Wall mount L bracket, Wall mount arm, Conduit back box, T-rail adapter, Corner mount | Pole mount, Wall mount L bracket, Wall mount arm, Conduit back box, T-rail adapter, Corner mount |
| Dimensions (dia x h) |
5.1 x 3.7 in / 130.98 x 95 mm |
5.4 x 2.6 in / 137.68 x 67.9 mm |
4.72 x 3.28 in / 120 mm x 83.5 mm |
4.72 x 1.96 in / 120.66mm x 49.8mm |
| Weight | 2.02 lb / 0.92kg |
2.31 lb / 1.05 kg |
0.94 lb / 0.43 kg | 0.72 lb / 0.33 kg |
| Power Supply | 802.3at PoE | 802.3at PoE | 802.3af PoE | 802.3af PoE |
| Power Load (max) | 25.5W | 25.5W | 12.95W | 12.95W |
| Operating Temperature (starting / working) |
0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) / 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F) |
0°C - 45°C (32°F - 113°F) / 0°C - 45°C (32°F - 113°F) |
0°C to 40°C (32°F - 104°F) | 0°C to 40°C (32°F - 104°F) |
Accessories
A complete set of options and guidelines are outlined in the article: MV Mounting Options and Guidelines.
| Description | |
| MA-MNT-MV-18 | Wall Mount Arm. Used for attaching camera perpendicular to mounting surface |
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Dimensions for wall bracket (l x w x d) 160 x 104 x 286mm Combined weight: 0.67kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-28 | Pole Mount. Can be used in conjunction with MA-MNT-MV-18. |
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Dimensions : 46.5 mm x 181.193 mm x 110 mm Combined weight: 0.509 kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-38 | Wall Mount L-bracket. Used for attaching camera perpendicular to mounting surface. |
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Dimensions : 179.55 mm x 159.954 mm x 104 mm Combined weight: 0.547 kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-48 | Wall-mount arm bracket |
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Dimensions: 339.55 mm x 159.54 mm x 104 mm Combined weight 0.908 kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-58 | Conduit back box. |
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Dimensions: 46 mm x 150.681 mm Weight: 0.671 Kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-68 | T-rail adapter |
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Deep: Dimensions: 34.242 mm x 72.142 mm x 74 mm Weight: 0.040 kg |
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| MA-MNT-MV-88 | Corner Mount |
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Dimensions: 218 mm × 150 mm x 135 mm Weight: 0.781 kg |
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MA-PWR-MV-LV |
Meraki Low Voltage Power Adapter for MV cameras. |
| MA-INJ-4-US | Meraki 802.3at PoE Injector (US plug) |
| MA-INJ-4-EU | Meraki 802.3at PoE Injector (EU plug) |
| MA-INJ-4-UK | Meraki 802.3at PoE Injector (UK plug) |
| MA-INJ-4-AU | Meraki 802.3at PoE Injector (AU plug) |
Comparisons with Similar Models
| MV63 | MV63X | MV93 | MV93X | |
| Max Video Quality | 4MP (2560 x 1440) with H.264 Smart Codec encoding, up to 24fps | 4K video recording (3840x2160) with H.264 Smart Codec encoding, up to 15fps |
4.2MP (2112x2112) 360° overview with H.264 encoding, up to 24fps |
8MP video recording (2880x2880) with H.264 encoding, up to 15fps |
| Video Storage | 256GB | 1TB | 256GB | 1TB |
Troubleshooting
Common Troubleshooting
My MV isn't connecting to the wireless network.
Ensure that the Wireless Profiles are configured correctly on the Dashboard (Camera > Settings > Wireless) and that the device has checked in to the Meraki Dashboard to pull the configuration and perform any necessary firmware updates via a hardwired connection before attempting to connect to a wireless network.
The Video Feed is all white / too bright
Ensure that Night Mode (Camera > Settings > Night mode) is not set to 'Always On' if the camera is in a location with adequate lighting. This makes the camera much more sensitive to infrared light and can cause the picture to appear washed out.
The Video Feed is all black / too dark
Ensure that Night Mode is not set to 'Always Off' if the camera is in a location that experiences low lighting levels. Night Mode makes the camera much more sensitive to infrared light and can help improve visibility in low light conditions.
I can't get the direct LAN stream to work, even when connected to the same network
Each MV will generate a unique domain name to allow for secured direct streaming functionality. These domain names resolve an A record for the private ip address of the camera. Any public recursive DNS server will resolve this domain.
If utilizing an on-site DNS server, please allow '*.devices.meraki.direct' or configure a conditional forwarder so that local domains are not appended to '*.devices.meraki.direct' and that these domain requests are forwarded to Google public DNS.
Event Log
The most common Event Log messages and their meaning are listed below.
Night mode transition
This event indicates the camera transitioned into or out of Night Mode. Includes the current lux reading and the new state of Night Mode.
Image settings change
Indicates there was a change to the image or recording configuration. Includes the user that applied the change, the option that was changed, old value, and new value
FAQ
How do I know if the MV is using a wireless connection?
The Status LED on every MV model will display a solid Blue LED if the device is connected using a wireless connection and a solid Green LED when using a hardwired connection.
How do I know if the MV is recording Audio?
Any MV that has audio recording enabled will always display a solid Purple LED to indicate it is recording audio, regardless of the connection type used by the device.