This guide explains how to connect Mobotix cameras with PADS4 to retrieve real-time audience measurement data. For more information on Mobotix cameras, visit: www.Mobotix.com.


Step 1: Configuring the Mobotix M7 Device

To ensure proper integration, event profiles in the Mobotix camera must be set up to match the AIFacedetect App.

Accessing Camera Settings

  1. Log in to the Mobotix camera.
  2. Navigate to Setup Menu > Event Control > Event Overview > Message Events.

Check and Apply the Following Event Properties

PropertyValue
Event sensor typeMxMessageSystem
Message nameAIFacedetect
Message rangeLocal
Filter message contentNo Filter

Step 2: Configuring the AIFacedetect App

To enable facial detection for masked and unmasked faces:

  1. Navigate to:
    Setup Menu > Certified App Settings > AIFacedetect Settings > Configurator.
  2. Apply the following settings:
PropertyValue
Detection algorithmDeep
Detect unmasked facesEnable
Detect masked facesEnable
Event managementEvent on exit
  1. Click “Set” to save the settings.

Step 3: Configuring the Mobotix Connection in PADS4

  1. Open PADS4 CTRL Center.
  2. Navigate to Sensors (If the Sensors category is not visible, you may need an IOT module license. Contact your PADS4 partner for assistance).
  3. Click New Camera Software and select Mobotix.
  4. Enter the following details:
    • Name: A descriptive name for this sensor.
    • Hostname/IP Address: The IP address of the Mobotix camera.
    • Port: The port used by the camera.
  5. Save the configuration.

Once completed, PADS4 will connect to the Mobotix camera and begin receiving audience data.


Additional Notes

  • Certified Sensors: For details on the data retrieved from Mobotix, check the Certified Sensors page in PADS4.
  • Event Handling: The configured events will trigger real-time incident creation in PADS4.
  • Integration Uses:
    • Facial recognition for audience measurement
    • Detecting if individuals are wearing masks
    • Triggering PADS4 rules and automation based on detected data

By following this setup, Mobotix cameras will seamlessly integrate with PADS4, enhancing real-time audience analytics and event-driven automation.