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MV63 Installation Guide
This guide describes how to install and configure the Cisco Meraki MV63, a smart camera that integrates with the
Meraki dashboard. It covers the overview, powering, preparing dashboard, and step-by-step installation instructions for
the MV63 camera.
MV63 Series Overview
The Cisco Meraki MV63 series are 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 typically placed on video
surveillance deployments.
Package Contents
In addition to the MV camera, the following are provided:
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Summary of Contents for Cisco Meraki MV63M-HW
- Page 1 MV63 Installation Guide This guide describes how to install and configure the Cisco Meraki MV63, a smart camera that integrates with the Meraki dashboard. It covers the overview, powering, preparing dashboard, and step-by-step installation instructions for the MV63 camera. MV63 Series Overview The Cisco Meraki MV63 series are 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 Unit MV63-HW...
- Page 3 MV63M-HW MV63X-HW 1 x T10 Torx key 2 x desiccant pack 1 x base mount plate small Mounting Equipment 1x base mount plate large 1x Decorative cover 1 x conduit adapter MV63 series does not ship with mounting screws and anchors as an included accessory in the packaging content. Screw Recommendation: •...
- Page 4 Configure Your Network in the Dashboard The following is a brief overview of the steps required to add an MV63 series camera to your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring and managing Meraki Camera networks, refer to the online documentation (https://documentation.meraki.com/MV).
- Page 5 Mounting Instructions For most mounting scenarios, the MV63 wall mount provides a quick, simple, and flexible means for mounting your device. The installation should be done in a few simple steps: Note: Leave the protective plastic cover on the optical dome throughout the installation process to prevent any damage to the dome.
- Page 7 Microphone Cut-off Switch The MV63 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. If the regulations require disabling audio or Dashboard control for Audio enablement needs to be disabled, the microphone cut-off switch can be leveraged and set to Disabled.
- Page 8 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 9 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 10 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 11 Installing the conduit box to MV63 series: (optional) Attaching to the Mounting Plate MV63 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 12 MV63 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 MV63 Series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV63 series to the small base plate.
- Page 13 • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard. • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured.
- Page 14 MV63 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 MV63 Series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV63 series to the large base plate.
- Page 15 • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard. • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured.
- Page 16 MV63 Mount using the large base plate and Decorative Cover • 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. •...
- Page 17 • The MV63 Series cameras have a button to engage the locking mechanism. Press the button while aligning the MV63 series to the small base plate. • Twist the camera while holding the button until a click is heard.
- Page 18 • The camera is locked onto the plate and secured. 5. Once completed, twist and lock the camera to the base plate; a click is heard when the camera is locked. 6. Observe the status LED on the left side of the camera lens assembly and ensure the camera is connected via Ethernet (solid green) or WiFi (solid blue).
- Page 19 Flashing Red LED state: MV5.5 is the minimum firmware requirement for this new state The MV63 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. 6.
- Page 20 7. Re-install the optical dome and completely secure all four Torx head security screws. Remove the protective plastic cover.
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