CISCO MV-HW Network Camera Installation Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Cisco
Table of Contents
CISCO MV-HW Network Camera
MV2-HW Installation Guide
MV2 Overview
The Cisco Meraki MV2 is an indoor wireless networked camera that is
exceptionally simple to deploy and configure due to its integration into the
Meraki dashboard and the use of cloud augmented edge storage. The MV family
eliminates the complex and costly servers and video recorders required by
traditional solutions which removes the limitations typically placed on video
surveillance deployments.
Package Contents and Wall Mount Hardware
In addition to the MV camera, the following are provided: 
MV2 Power Up and Installation Setup
Power Options
The MV2 can be powered using either the MA-PWR-ETH dongle or the MA-PWR-
USB-XX power adapter (where XX can be -US, -UK, -EU, or -AU). These are
optional accessories and ordered separately. 
The MV2 can be set up either as a table-top orientation or via wall mount
. Figure 1 Table Top and Figure (2) Wall Mount. Once the camera is setup in
the desired orientation, the camera head can be adjusted for a customized
viewing angle based upon the user’s preference.
Figure (1) -Table Top 
Once the MV2 is
setup in the desired orientation. The camera lens can be adjusted to the end-
user’s viewing preference. 
Power Options
The MV2 can be powered using either the MA-PWR-ETH dongle or the MA-PWR-USB-XX power adapter (where XX can be -the US, -the UK, -EU, or -AU). These are optional accessories and are ordered separately.
Pre-Install Preparation
You should complete the following steps before installing the MV2 in its final location.
Configure your MV2 in the Networking using Dashboard
You should complete the following steps before installing the MV2 in its final
location.
The following is a brief overview only of the steps required to add a MV2 to
your network. For detailed instructions about creating, configuring, and
managing Meraki Camera networks, refer to the online documentation
(https://documentation.meraki.com/MV).
- Login to http://dashboard.meraki.com. If this is your first time, create a new account.
- Find the network to which you plan to add your camera(s) or create a new network.
- Add your camera(s) to your new network. You will need your Meraki order number (found on your invoice) or the serial number of each camera, which looks like Qxxx-xxxx-xxxx, and is found on the bottom of the unit.
- Verify that the camera is now listed under Cameras > Monitor > Cameras.
Check and Configure Firewall Settings
If a firewall is in place, it must allow outgoing connections to particular ports using given IP addresses. The most current list of outbound ports and IP addresses for your particular organization can be found here.
DNS Configuration
Each MV2 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 onsite DNS server, please whitelist .devices.meraki.direct or
configure a conditional forwarder so that the local domains are not appended
to .devices.meraki.direct and that these domain requests are forwarded to
Google public DNS.
Assigning IP Addresses
At this time, the MV2 does not support static IP assignment. MV2 units must be added to a subnet that uses DHCP and has available DHCP addresses to operate correctly.
Installation Instructions
Note: Each MV2 comes with an instruction insert within the box. This insert
contains detailed step-by- step guides and images to assist in the physical
installation of the camera. A pdf can be found here.
(Note—this is a draft hyperlink not active yet.)
Note: During first time setup, the MV2 will automatically update to the latest stable firmware. Some features may be unavailable until this automatic update is completed. This process may take up to 10 minutes due to enabling of whole disk encryption.
Wall Mounting Instructions
For most mounting scenarios, the MV2 wall mount provides a quick, simple, and
flexible means of mounting your device. The installation should be done in a
few simple steps—
Regulatory Statements
EU Radiation Exposure Statement
Installing or mounting of this device shall be done as such that a minimum
separation distance (distance between a person and the device, or the device’s
antennas) of 20 cm is always ensured.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
FCC Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of the following
measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by Cisco Systems, Inc.
could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This Transmitter
must not be co-located or operation in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator and your body. This transmitter
must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or
transmitter.
IEEE 802.11b or 802.11g operation of this product in the USA is firmware-
limited to channels 1 through 11.
Industry Canada Statement
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply
with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s licence-exempt
RSS(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause interference.
- This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Industry Canada Caution
(i) the device for operation in the band 5150-5250 MHz is only for indoor use
to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile
satellite systems;
Avertissement:
(i) les dispositifs fonctionnant dans la bande 5 150-5 250 MHz sont réservés
uniquement pour une utilisation à l’intérieur afin de réduire les risques de
brouillage préjudiciable aux systèmes de satellites mobiles utilisant les
mêmes canaux;
Industry Canada Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with IC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
minimum distance 20 cm between the radiator & your body.
Statement CS-0438 – Taiwan RoHS
Taiwan RoHS “Restricted Substances Content Disclosure Table” web address
www.cisco.com/go/taiwanrohs
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