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Bosch VG4-200 User Manual

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  • Page 1 AutoDome Modular Camera System VG4-200 | VG4-300 | VG4-500i User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 The following trademarks are registered with the United States Office of Patents and Trademarks: AutoDome, Bosch, and the Bosch logo and symbol are registered trademarks of Robert Bosch, Inc. Microsoft, Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft Windows XP, .NET, DirectX, and ActiveX are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Using an American Dynamics Controller 4.1.2 Using a Pelco Controller Pelco Protocol Mode 4.2.1 Hardware Configuration 4.2.2 Pelco Keyboard Commands 4.2.3 Pelco Keyboard Commands 4.2.4 Special Preset Commands Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 4 8.12 The RECORDINGS Page VG4 Audio Connections Audio Line Input Specifications 9.1.1 Wire Specifications 9.1.2 Connections 9.1.3 Activating Audio Reception 9.1.4 Enabling Audio Transmission 9.1.5 Configuring Gain (optional) F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 5 VG4 AutoDome Operation and Control 10.2 VG4 IP AutoDome Video and Control 10.3 VG4 IP AutoDome Audio Appendix: FastAddress Conversions User Command Table Glossary of CCTV Terms Index Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 6 | Table of Contents VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Using the AutoDome Configuration Tool software running on a PC with Bilinx or the RS- 232/485 communication protocol. Refer to the CTFID User Manual for instructions. – Using a PC-based graphical user interface (GUI) such as the Bosch DiBos 8 software. Refer to the DiBos 8 User Guide for instructions. –...

  • Page 8: Basic Keyboard Operation

    The Enter key can also be labeled with the 8 symbol. For example, the keyboard command to make the AutoDome pan 360º continuously is: ON-1-ENTER(press the ON key, then press the number 1 key, and then press ENTER.) F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 9: Setting The Camera Address

    Follow the on screen instructions. You receive an on-screen confirmation when the FastAddress is complete. NOTICE! FastAddress is stored in nonvolatile memory and does not change if the power is turned off or if the default settings are restored. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 10: Setting Passwords

    Tilt the joystick up or down to choose a number. Tilt the joystick right to move to the next number position. Follow the on-screen instructions and save the password. You receive an on-screen confirmation. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 11: On-Screen Display Menu Navigation

    Use the joystick to navigate through the menu and the Focus/Iris keys to make a selection. Setup Menu Exit... Camera Setup Lens Setup PTZ Setup Display Setup Communication Setup Alarm Setup Language Advanced Diagnostics Focus / Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 12: Camera Setup Menu

    * Night Mode: AUTO * Night Mode Color: * Night Mode Threshold: * Pre-Comp Restore Defaults... * = Factory Setting ** = WDR camera only Focus / Iris: Select F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 13 Turns the wide dynamic ON or OFF range feature on or off. Shutter Mode: Turns Auto SensUP on or Auto SensUP or OFF Auto off. SensUP Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 14 Sliding scale: –(1 to 10)+ (not applicable to compensate for long with IP distance cable runs. AutoDome models) Restore Restores all default Defaults settings for this menu only. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 15: Lens Setup

    Iris Speed Adjusts the manual Sliding scale: – (1 to 10) + iris speed. Max. Zoom Adjusts the manual SLOW, MEDIUM, or FAST FAST Speed zoom speed. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 16: Ptz Setup Menu

    * Inact. Period 2 min * AutoPivot: * AutoDome Orientation NORMAL * Freeze Frame on Preposition Tilt Up Limit... Restore Defaults * = Factory Setting Focus / Iris: Select F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 17 Tilt Up Limit... Sets the upper tilt limit of Use joystick to move to a scene. the camera. Restore Restores the default Defaults setting for this menu only. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 18: Display Setup Menu

    Blanking (not selected sectors. Sector (1-16): Press Focus/Iris to available with Available sectors are 1 blank or clear a sector. 200 Series through 16. Follow the models) on-screen instructions. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 19: Communication Setup Menu

    Turns on Bilinx control Toggles ON or OFF. communication. (Only available when not connected to a Bilinx data interface unit.) NOTICE! Bilinx protocol is not available with IP cameras. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 20: Alarm I/O Setup

    Inputs 1-7 Defines the type of physical N.O.: Normally open dry contact. N.O. input. N.C.: Normally closed dry contact. N.C.S.: Normally closed supervised contact. N.O.S.: Normally open supervised contact. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 21 6. Aux On 5-12 7. Aux Off Command 8. Shot Outputs 9. OSD 10. Transmit 11. NONE 12. NONE Focus / Iris: Select Type Right / Left: Select Mode Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 22 (available with RS-232 serial connections, Bilinx, and IP AutoDome models). AutoTrack: Turns AutoTrack on or off as an output. (Available with 500i Series only). NONE: No command defined. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 23: Rule Setup Menu

    Once an alarm is configured with valid inputs and outputs, it can be turned on or off (enabled or disabled) through its configuration menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 24 NOTICE! You can include up to four (4) Input and Output events in a single rule. Each input and output, however, must be true for the alarm's rule to be valid and enabled. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 25: Language Menu

    Advanced Feature Setup Exit... * Stabilization * AutoTrack Sensitivity Auto AutoTrack TImeout AutoTrack TImeout Period 5 min * Camera Height: Virtual Masking... Restore Defaults... Focus / Iris: Save and Exit Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 26: Diagnostics Menu

    Deg F / Deg C Security Access: CTFID Access: Homing Events: Homing Failed: Restart Events: Low Volt Events: Power Up Events: Video Loss Events: Focus / Iris: Save and Exit F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 27 Displays the number of restart events. Low Volt Events Displays the number of times the AutoDome dropped below the acceptable voltage limit. Power Up Events Displays the number of power up events. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 28: Alarm Status Submenu

    The AutoDome, then, replaces the blinking alarm message with a static “LP.” The “LP” remains on the OSD until the internal pressure of the AutoDome is raised above the recommended level. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 29: Common Autodome User Commands (Unlocked)

    Common AutoDome User Commands (unlocked) | en Common AutoDome User Commands (unlocked) This chapter details the commonly used Bosch keyboard setup commands. See Section 6 Keyboard Commands by Number, Page 39, for a complete list of commands. Setting AutoPan Mode AutoPan mode pans the AutoDome camera 360º...

  • Page 30: Programming The Inactivity Operation

    Press ON-101-ENTER to start recording the tour. Press OFF-101-ENTER to stop the tour. To playback Recorded Tour B: Press ON-52-ENTER to begin continuous playback. Press OFF-52-ENTER or move the joystick to stop playback. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 31: Alternative Control Protocols

    American Dynamics Manchester system sends out an address of 1, while the Sensormatic RS- 422 system with an address of 100 also sends out an address of 1. It is NOT NECESSARY to convert these numbers with the Bosch FastAddress method. The camera automatically detects the address being transmitted by the Sensormatic RS-422 control system and adjusts the camera accordingly.
  • Page 32 Exit... Joystick: Match Identifier – Move the joystick up or down to select the individual number. – Move the joystick right to move to the next number position. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 33 Fast Address. – Move the joystick to highlight Exit Without Change. FastAddress FastAddress: Not Set Save “##” as FastAddress Clear Current FastAddress Exit Without Change Focus/Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 34: Using A Pelco Controller

    Use the keyboard to enter the FastAddress number. Then, press the Camera button. Note: You must first clear an assigned FastAddress number to use the number for a different VG4 AutoDome. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 35: Pelco Protocol Mode

    AutoDome CPU board, under the camera head and next to the LED lights. See Figure 4.1. Figure 4.1 RS-232/RS-485 Selection Switch CPU Module Switch Location LEDs RS485 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 36: Pelco Keyboard Commands

    4 – Aux On / Aux Off Press Activates / deactivates alarm relay. 91 – Aux On Press Activate Zone Scan (display zone titles). 92 – Aux On Press Deactivate Zone Scan (re-move zone titles) F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 37: Special Preset Commands

    99-PRESET Starts an AutoScan NOTICE! Some Pelco controllers do not support all the preset command numbers. Consult the specific Pelco controller's documentation for supported preset commands. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 38 | Alternative Control Protocols VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 39: Pelco On-Screen Menus

    Accesses the tours, tour periods, scan speed, edit presets, limit stops, recording, and AutoPivot settings. Edit Password Changes the password. (locked) FastAddress (locked) Sets or changes a camera address. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 40: Command Lock (Locked)

    NOTICE! If the Command Lock is set to ON and you press Focus or Iris on a locked command, the AutoDome displays the on-screen message: "Command is Locked." 5.1.2 Bosch Menu (locked) The Bosch Menu allows full access to the AutoDome main Setup Menu and all AutoDome configuration settings. Pelco menu Bosch menu...

  • Page 41: Ptz Setup (Unlocked)

    * Tour 2 Period: 5 sec * Scan Speed 30 deg/sec Edit Presets... * Limit Stops: * Recording: "A" * Autopivot: * = Factory Setting Focus / Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 42: Other Menus

    Restores all settings to their original factory default (locked) settings. Reset All Memory Restores all settings to their original factory default (locked) settings and clears all user programmed settings such as preset scenes and recordings. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 43: Keyboard Commands By Number

    Playback B, single Activate/Deactivate    On/Off Night Mode menu On, Off, Auto (Day/Night only)    On/Off Night Mode setting Enables/disables Night Mode (Day/Night only) Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 44  FastAddress, display Display current address    FastAddress, all units Display and program current address    FastAddress, Display and program unaddressed domes unaddressed AutoDomes F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 45 Edit Tour 2 (Custom) Enters the Custom Tour Scene menu   Set/ 901- Adds/Removes a Set ###–adds preset 901-964 Shot preposition shot from Shot ###–removes preset Tour 1 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 46 | Keyboard Commands by Number VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 47: Advanced Features

    Set the first output to OSD. Set the second output to Shot 7. Set the third output to Transmit. Enable the rule: – Highlight Enabled and select YES. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 48 Set the third output to AutoTrack and select Latched. Set the fourth output to Transmit (a Bilinx signal to the headend). Enable the alarm Rule: – Highlight Enabled and select YES. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 49 Figure 7.2 Expanded Alarm Group Expand Output Options; then click Output Option 5. Select Tracking from the Type drop-down list. Click Output Option 6. Select Shot from the Type drop-down list. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 50 13. Select Shot 1 from the Output Options drop-down list. This option instructs the AutoDome to move to pre-position shot 1 when Input 1 is true. Figure 7.4 Alarm Rule 1 Configuration F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 51: Autotrack Operation (500I Series Only)

    Return to Previous Aux), if AutoTrack is programmed for these activities. NOTICE! For proper operation AutoTrack requires that the camera height be set in the software. Open the Bosch Main menu, select the Advanced menu and select Camera Height to enter the height.

  • Page 52: Autotrack Optimization

    Use the Virtual Masking feature (see Section 7.3 Virtual Masking (500i Series Only), Page 49) to mask unwanted motion from trees or cars. Bosch recommends that you draw the virtual mask 10% larger than the object to be masked. –...

  • Page 53: Virtual Masking (500I Series Only)

    AutoTrack Sensitivity setting to reach the optimal results. Virtual Masking (500i Series Only) Virtual Masking is a unique Bosch technology that allows you to create an “invisible” area that ignores unwanted background motion. These invisible masks are similar to privacy zones, except that the AutoDome AutoTrack and Motion Detection algorithms can see them.

  • Page 54: Privacy Masking (300 And 500I Series Only)

    – In Pelco Mode open the Pelco Main menu, open the Bosch menu, select the Display Setup menu, and finally select Privacy Masking. To setup a privacy mask, follow the on- screen menu instructions...

  • Page 55: Image Stabilization (500I Series Only)

    Image Stabilization (500i Series Only) Image Stabilization becomes increasingly important as zoom ranges are extended. The advanced image stabilization algorithms of the 500i Series eliminate camera shake for exceptional image clarity. Bosch achieves this clarity without reducing camera sensitivity or picture quality. –...
  • Page 56 | Advanced Features VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 57: Using The Ip Autodome

    Using the IP AutoDome | en Using the IP AutoDome The VG4-200, VG4-300, and VG4-500i Series AutoDomes can be ordered with an optional IP module that allows the AutoDome to transmit PTZ control commands and images over a TCP/ IP network. It also allows users to configure the AutoDome camera display settings, camera operating settings, and to configure the network parameters.

  • Page 58: System Requirements

    An MPEG-4 compatible hardware decoder from Bosch Security Systems (such as the VIP XD) as a receiver and a connected video monitor. If you choose to use a computer running Microsoft Internet Explorer or any of the Bosch software, the computer must conform to the following minimum requirements: –...

  • Page 59: Configuring The Ip Autodome Camera

    The following sections provide instructions about installing the software necessary to view images over an IP connection, configuring the IP network settings and accessing the IP AutoDome images from a Web browser. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 60: Installing The Required Software

    MPEG-ActiveX Bosch Configuration Manager You can find the latest versions of the required software on the Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Web site. To locate the software, follow these directions: Launch a Web browser and navigate to one of the following URLs: –...
  • Page 61 Figure 8.4 Bosch End-user License Agreement Click the CCTV link under the Software heading in the center frame. Figure 8.5 Main Software Frame Click the Cameras, PTZ link to access the software for Bosch PTZ cameras. Figure 8.6 Cameras, PTZ link Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 62 – dotnetfx_enUS_T5007298827.exe (.NET) – jre-XXXX-windows-i586-p-s_xxXX_XXXXXXXXX.exe (Java) – SetupConfigManagerXXXXXXXXX_enUS_F4155139595.exe (ConfigManager) Note: The XXX denotes the software version number. This number changes as updates are made to the software packages. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 63: Changing The Network Settings

    IP Address. Using the Configuration Manager Configuration Manager is an optional network utility provided on the Bosch Security Systems Web site (see Section 8.5 Installing the Required Software, Page 56). Use the Configuration Manager Manual provided in the Documentation folder on the CD to make any configuration changes.
  • Page 64 AutoDome, use the new IP Address to access the LivePage. 11. Disconnect the IP AutoDome Ethernet cable from the dedicated network switch and reconnect the Ethernet cable to the local area network (LAN). F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 65: The Livepage

    If you do not connect, the unit may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the unit and network configuration, each IP AutoDome can have up to 25 Web browser connections or up to 50 connections via VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System. Protected IP AutoDome...
  • Page 66 When an alarm is triggered, the corresponding icon lights up blue. The unit's configuration determines whether the alarm is displayed, as well as additional details (see Section 9.13 Advanced Mode: LIVEPAGE Functions, page 80). F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 67: Entering A Keyboard Control Command

    (Show Shot, Set Shot Aux On or Aux Off). A valid combination either issues a command to the camera or displays an on- screen menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 68 Series AutoDome are used for motion detection) from the on-screen keypad to identify the scene number. Click the Set Shot button. The image area displays a message that indicates which shot number was saved. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 69: Saving Snapshots

    Click the icon again to stop recording. NOTICE! You can play back saved video sequences using the Player from Bosch Security Systems, which can be installed from the product CD supplied. Image Resolution Sequences are saved at the resolution that has been preset in the configuration for the encoder (see Section 9.4 Basic Mode: Encoder Profile, page 72).

  • Page 70: Running Recording Program

    You can display information about the network connection. To do this, move the cursor over the i icon. Link Ethernet link type Uplink, speed of the outgoing data traffic Downlink, speed of the incoming data traffic F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 71: The Recordings Page

    Start or pause playback Jump to the start of the active video sequence or to the previous sequence Jump to the start of the next video sequence Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 72 Playback is automatically stopped (paused) during scrolling. Trick mode requires significantly higher memory capacity and computing power. For this reason, the number of cameras used in this mode can be restricted in the Configuration Manager program. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 73: Vg4 Audio Connections

    NOTICE! The audio signal is sent in a separate data stream parallel to the video data, and so increases the network load. The audio data is encoded according to G.711 and requires an additional bandwidth of approximately 80 Kbit/s for each connection. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...

  • Page 74: Enabling Audio Transmission

    Click Service Settings from the left pane, then click Livepage Configuration. The IP AutoDome displays the Livepage Configuration screen (see Figure 9.2). Click the Transmit Audio radio button to enable for audio. Figure 9.2 Livepage Configuration F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 75: Configuring Gain (Optional)

    The current level is displayed next to the slide control to help do this. Make sure that the display does not go beyond the green zone during modulation. Figure 9.3 Setting Audio Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 76 | VG4 Audio Connections VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting Guide

    – Try cycling the AutoDome power off and on. If the Red LED is off, then: If using a Bosch Pendant Power Supply Box: – Check that Green LED in Power Supply Box is on. This LED indicates mains power through the transformer.
  • Page 78 (the maximum distance for RS-232 is 50 feet). See the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual. If O.K., then: – Check that all wiring meets Bosch recommended standards and specifications. See the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual. Camera moves when –...
  • Page 79 – Remove the network cable from the interface board RJ-45 connector. If O.K., then: – Contact Bosch Technical Support. Day/Night camera – Check that the Day/Night mode is set to AUTO (ON-56-ENTER). does not switch If O.K., then: automatically when –...

  • Page 80: Vg4 Ip Autodome Video And Control

    Check all wiring and connector pins to the heater module. Low Voltage flashing – If using a non-Bosch power supply, confirm that it meets the Bosch AutoDome power on monitor display ratings. See the AutoDome Datasheet for specifications. If O.K., then: –...

  • Page 81: Vg4 Ip Autodome Audio

    Figure 10.1 Typical Audio Connections for an IP-enabled AutoDome Microphone Coaxial Cable–10 m (33 ft) maximum distance VG4 IP-enabled AutoDome Ethernet Network Computer with Bosch DiBos Software Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 82 Audio Connections with an Analog (standard) VG4 AutoDome In this illustration the analog VG4 AutoDome connects to a Bosch Video/Audio IP Encoder via a coaxial cable. The computer that plays the audio is connected to the encoder via an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 83 VG4 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual for more informa- tion. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 84 VG4 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual for more informa- tion. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 85: Appendix: Fastaddress Conversions

    Group 7 Group 8 10-99 10-99 109- 10-99 208- 10-99 307- 10-99 406- 10-99 505- 10-99 604- 10-99 703- 10-99 Table 1.2 Address Conversion Table for AD/Sensormatic RS-422 Systems Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U097243 | 1.0 | 2008.10...
  • Page 86 | VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U097243 | 1.0 | 2008.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 87: B User Command Table

    Alarm Output 3 On–activates output Open Collector Off–deactivates output On/Off Alarm Output 4 On–activates output Relay Off–deactivates output On/Off Command Lock/Unlock On–lock on Off–lock off On/Off Record A Activate/Deactivate Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 88 Shot Edit Tour 2 (Custom) Enters the Custom Tour Scene menu Set/Shot 901-999 Adds/Removes a Set ###–adds preset 901-964 * preposition shot from Shot ###–removes preset Tour 1 F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 89: Glossary Of Cctv Terms

    Advanced Diagnostics Bosch’s combination of built-in On Screen Displays (OSD) and status LEDs that are used to check critical camera parameters such as internal temperature, input voltage levels, and network connectivity.
  • Page 90 A measure of the relative color of illumination. Most generally used to specify the automatic correction range of a color camera. Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices Bosch software used to configure and update cameras and other remote devices over video cable using Bilinx, and to save them for later use. CTFID See Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices.
  • Page 91 The measure of the visible area within the camera’s field of view. The larger the focal length, the smaller the field of view. The smaller the focal length, the wider the field of view. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual...
  • Page 92 Every IP data packet contains a source address (sender) and a destination address (recipient). Each IP address consists of 32-bits that are arranged into four 8-bit “octets” (x.x.x.x). IP addresses range from 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255. F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 93 Since each dome camera manufacturer’s PTZ protocols are unique, multi-protocol support is needed to support third party dome systems. AutoDome cameras support the Pelco “D” and “P” protocols and well as Bosch’s own biphase protocol (See Biphase).
  • Page 94 Specification standards in reference to the operating environment for a variety of electrical devices. NightSense A method of boosting the sensitivity of high-resolution Bosch color cameras by 9db (a factor of 3) by combining the signal of the color image in a single monochrome picture. See National Pipe Thread.
  • Page 95 TCP is used when error-free delivery is required. Tri-streaming A Bosch encoding technology that generates two separate MPEG-4 video streams and one MJPEG stream simultaneously. This advanced streaming capability enables the user to tune live viewing and recording requirements independently to meet specific site and enterprise requirements.
  • Page 96 VG4 AutoDome Modular Camera System Virtual Masking A unique Bosch technology that allows for the creation of “invisible” motion masking areas. These invisible masks are similar to privacy zones, but only the AutoDome’s AutoTrack II and Video Motion Detection algorithms can see them. This allows the AutoDome to ignore areas of unwanted motion.

  • Page 97: Index

    15 activating 69 Bilinx 15 cable 79 BIST 23 connections 69 Bookmarks 68 gain 71, 80 Bosch menu 35, 36 impedance 69 Browser window 61 input 69 built-in self test 23 line level 80 microphone 79, 80 camera...
  • Page 98 24 PRESET 32 Dibos 54 preset shot 25, 64 digital zoom 12 preset tour 33 DirectX 54, 56 recording tours 26 display adjust 14 Set 25 F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 99 Image selection 61 line level 80 image stabilization 51 line lock 9, 33 inactivity 13 Livepage 60 accessing 26 low temperature mode 26 events 23 operation 26 threshold 23 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 100 18 Command Lock 36 normally open dry contact 16 Other 38 normally open supervised contact 16 ack 38 Number of connections 61 acknowledge alarm 38 F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 101 1 13 Bilinx 15 sector blanking 14 IGMP V2 53 security Manchester 27 access 23 Pelco 31 level 6 Pelco-D 31 Sensormatic 27 Pelco-P 31 SensUp 10 RS-422 27 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06...
  • Page 102 Tour Period menu 26 subnet mask 55 synchronization mode 9, 33 System log 63 TCP/IP 53 tilt up limit 13 titles brightness 14 OSD 14 vertical position 14 F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 104 Phone: +65 6319 3450 Telephone +1 888-289-0096 Fax: +31 40 2577 330 Fax: +65 6319 3499 +1 585-223-9180 emea.securitysystems@bosch.com apr.securitysystems@bosch.com Email: security.sales@us.bosch.com www.boschsecurity.com www.boschsecurity.com www.boschsecurity.us © Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 2009; F.01U.133.267 | 6.0 (IP4) | 2009.06; Data subject to change without notice.

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