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AutoDome Modular Camera System VG4 Series Installation Manual...
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This manual describes how to install and mount the VG4 series AutoDome Modular Camera System. The manual details the methods to mount the VG4 series to a wall, corner or mast; to a roof parapet or pipe; or in the ceiling.
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9. Safety Check - Upon completion of servicing or repairs to the unit, This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning and power line ask the service technician to perform safety checks to ensure proper surges. operating condition. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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IEC Publication 227 or IEC Publica- temperature requirements. tion 245. 2. Mechanical Loading - When rack-mounting the equip- ment, ensure that a hazardous condition is not created by uneven mechanical loading. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
ON-OFF switch is in the ON position. The case, the user may be required to take adequate measures. power cord is the main power disconnect for all units. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Le cas échéant, l’utilisateur devra prendre commutateur est réglé sur ON. Le débranchement les mesures nécessaires pour y remédier. du cordon d'alimentation permet de couper l'ali- mentation des appareils. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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à la norme EN60950. Cordons d’alimentation 220-240 V, 50 Hz Les cordons d’alimentation 220-240 V, 50 Hz, d’entrée ou de sortie, doivent être conformes à la dernière version de la publi- cation IEC 227 ou IEC 245. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Verify that all the parts listed in the Parts List below are included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative. See Customer Support and Service on page iv.
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Chapter 1 details how to install an AutoDome Pendant Arm to a wall, a corner, or to a mast (pole). Any variations to the installation procedures are noted. See Chapter 2 for Roof (Parapet) or Pipe mount installation or Chapter 3 for In-Ceiling mount installation. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
– Socket wrench and 9/16-in. socket – Banding tool (Bosch P/N TC9311PM3T) - if installing a mast (pole) mount Pre-installation Checklist Determine the location and distance for the Power Supply Box based on its voltage and current consumption. See Chapter 4: Cable and Wire Standards for wiring information and distances.
For a Mast or a pole installation: You must use a banding tool (sold separately) for a mast or pole installation. Follow the instructions provided with the banding tool to securely mount the Mast Plate to the pole. Contact your Bosch Sales Representative to order Banding Tool P/N TC9311PM3T.
Figure 1.5 on page 9 for the connector locations. Attach the supplied 3-pin Power Plug to the incoming power wires. See connector P101 in Table 1.1 on page 9 for wire connections. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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NOTICE! If “daisy chaining” a series of AutoDomes, a terminating resistor is required in the last dome of the series. The Bosch Power Supply Box is supplied with a 110 Ω terminating resistor located between the biphase terminals C- and C+ (pins 1 and 2) of the P106 control connector.
WARNING! Serious injury or death can occur if the hinge pins of the Pendant Arm are not fully engaged (locked) to the Power Supply Box. Exercise caution before releasing the Pendant Arm. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
P107 on the right side of the box. Connect the incoming video coax cable to the BNC connector from the Pendant Connec- tor Harness and slide its plastic cover over the connector. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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10. After making the harness connections to the Power Supply Box, rotate the Pendant Arm to close and seal the Power Supply Box and tighten the two (2) captive screws to 10-12 N-m (90-105 in.-lbs). F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Rotate the yellow locking tab of the Camera Module clockwise (approximately 60 degrees) until the Camera Module locks in place. NOTICE! The Camera Module must be able to rotate freely when installed in the housing. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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Place the bubble over the Camera Module and rotate it clockwise (approximately 1/8 turn) until it locks in place. You will hear an audible click when it locks. Fig. 1.11 Attach bubble F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Hold the Pendant housing in position while tightening the two (2) 5-mm Allen head mounting screws on top of the housing to 10-12 N-m (90-105 in.-lbs). Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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See the figure below. Rotate the Bubble Assembly counterclockwise approximately 20 degrees until the bubble assembly releases from the Pendant Housing. Fig. 1.13 Pendant Bubble Release Opening F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Verify that all the parts listed in the product's Parts List below are included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative. See Customer Support and Service on page iv.
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The VG4-A-9230 Series are stationary mounts intended for rooftop parapet vertical walls. They are made of light weight aluminum with a corrosion-resistant finish and are used for all Bosch AutoDome systems up to a rated load of 29 kg (64 lb). These mounts can be fitted to the inside or outside of parapet walls and can swivel for ease of positioning and for servicing the AutoDome.
Choose the appropriate mounting kit to use depending on the location of the AutoDome: Parapet (Roof) mount or the Pipe mount. CAUTION! Select a rigid mounting location to prevent excessive vibration to the AutoDome camera. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Attach the 3/4-inch (20-mm) watertight pipe fittings (not supplied) to the holes of the Power Supply Box through which you will run the power, video, and control data wires. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
NOTICE! After all wiring is complete, close the cover door and tighten the two (2) captive screws on the cover door to 10-12 N-m (90-105 in.-lbs) to ensure the Power Supply Box is watertight. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Power Supply Box. NOTICE! Fiber Optic Models require that the Biphase control wires be routed from the Power Supply Box P106 connector out to the Pipe Interface Board P105 connector. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Cable and Wire Standards for fiber optic specifications. NOTICE! You will need a barrel connector (not supplied) to connect the BNC connector from the Pipe Interface Board coax cable to the Fiber Optic Module BNC connector. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT IN/OUT LINE NC NEUT GND TXD RXD C+ C- ST CONNECTOR (FIBER) Data IN/OUT Power In POWER IN DATA IN/OUT Fig. 2.5 Optional Fiber Optic Module F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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(RS-232/485) (RS-232/485) Ground P107 24 VAC Power to Dome Dome Earth Heater Heater Dome Plug 24 VAC 24 VAC Ground (24 VAC) (24 VAC) Table 2.1 Power Box Connections Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Parapet arm for the AutoDome to clear the top of the wall when it is swung into position. Provide enough slack in the wires to rotate the pipe arm over the roof and back when camera maintenance is required. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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LTC 9230/01 Roof Mount Plate to the roof and then attach the Parapet Wall Bracket to the Roof Mount Plate. Insert the Parapet Pipe Arm into the mounting bracket until it bottoms in the bracket. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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Make sure all surfaces are clean and dry. Apply a bead of sealant completely around the leading threads of the male fitting. Force the adhesive into the threads to thoroughly fill all voids. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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1/4-inch stainless steel eye bolt (not supplied). Loop the guy-wire through the eye bolt and attach both ends to anchor spots on the roof. See Figure 2.9 on page 28. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
WARNING! You must thread the Dome Cap onto the pipe until it is tight, then secure it with the set screw. Failure to do so can result in damage or serious injury or death. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
UTP Video WIRE GAUGE CHART #1: AWG 26-16 #2: AWG 26-16 #3: AWG 18-14 TO AUTODOME Fig. 2.12 Pipe Interface Board Connections WARNING! 24 VAC Class II power supply only. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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Chapter 5: Alarms and Relay Connections for more details on wiring alarms and relays. NOTICE! A slot located at the top of the Interface Board is provided to tie the wires to the circuit board with a cable tie. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Pendant Mounting PENDANT MOUNTING Screws (2) SCREWS (2) Interface Board INTERFACE BOARD Retaining Screws (3) RETAINING SCREWS (3) Fig. 2.14 Pipe Interface Board to Dome Cap Assembly Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Rotate the base of the Camera Module clockwise (approximately 60 degrees) until the yellow tab locks in place. NOTICE! The Camera Module must be able to rotate freely when installed in the housing. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Place the Bubble Assembly over the Camera Module. Using both hands firmly rotate the Bubble Assembly clockwise (approximately 1/8 turn) until it locks in place. (An audible click can be heard when it locks.) Fig. 2.16 Attach the Pendant Bubble Assembly Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Parapet Arm in position. See Figure 2.8 on page 27 for an illustration. CAUTION! Do not over tighten the bolts. The maximum torque is 34 N-m (25 ft-lb). F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Fig. 2.18 Pendant Bubble Release Opening Firmly rotate the bubble counterclockwise approximately 20 degrees until the bubble assembly releases from the Pendant Housing. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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| Installing Roof Parapet and Pipe Mounts AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Verify that all the parts listed in the product's Parts List below are included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative. See Customer Support and Service on page iv.
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AutoDome Pendant Arm to a Wall, Corner, or Mast (or pole), or see Chapter 2 for instructions to install a Parapet (Roof) or Pipe Mount AutoDome system. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Use the bracket Base Plate as a template or cut a 178 mm (7 in.) hole in the center of the ceiling tile with a drywall utility saw or Jig Saw. Fig. 3.4 Cut Hole in Ceiling Tile F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Tighten the four (4) securing screws to the Bracket Assembly. Fig. 3.5 Tighten Bracket Securing Screw Secure the Bracket Assembly to an overhead securing point with a safety wire. Fig. 3.6 Secure Bracket Assembly Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
To connect supervised alarms and relays, attach the appropriate wires to their terminals on the P104 connector on the Pipe Interface Board. See Chapter 5: Alarms and Relay Con- nections for more details on wiring alarms. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
CAUTION! Over torquing the Ceiling Clamps can damage the clamp or ceiling. Only tighten the clamp until it contacts the ceiling and you start to feel some resistance. If using a power screwdriver, set the torque level to the lowest setting. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
CPU Module and press the camera base onto its connector. Then rotate the camera clockwise (approximately 60 degrees) until it locks in position. Fig. 3.13 Install Camera Module and Bubble F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Then rotate the bubble counterclockwise approximately 1/4 turn until it releases from the In-Ceiling Housing. See the figure below for an illustration. Lockscrew LOCK SCREW Fig. 3.15 Bubble Release Screw Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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| Installing the In-Ceiling Mount AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
60 / 55 58 m (190 ft) 36 m (119 ft) 23 m (75 ft) 1. Standard heater module Table 4.1 Maximum Wire Distances from Power Supply to AutoDome Pendant Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
Bilinx control data can also be sent over the same two video wires (1 & 2). Bilinx is a Bosch 2- way communication protocol that allows remote control, configuration and updates over a passive UTP cable.
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4 km (2.5 miles) Minimum Bandwidth 20 MHz (Video - 850 nm / Control - 1300 nm) Requirement Bosch LTC 4629 Fiber Receiver at controller end of system Terminal Connector Single Mode Fiber Type 9/125 mm, low loss single glass fiber...
Control-only Cables Biphase (Shielded 2-wire, half-duplex, multi-drop, 5000 ft. cable limit) Biphase is the standard Bosch protocol used to send Pan/Tilt/Zoom control over 2-wire shielded twisted pair (STP) terminated with a 110 Ω terminal resistor. The AutoDome has a 110 Ω termination resistor between the Biphase C+ and C- terminals.
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Fig. 4.4 Connections for RS232 Operation Switch SWITCH Location LOCATION LEDs LEDs RS232 RS232 CPU Module Board CPU MODULE BOARD Fig. 4.5 Position of CPU Switch for RS232 Operation Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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Fig. 4.6 Connections for RS485 Operations SWITCH Switch Location LOCATION LEDs LEDs RS485 RS485 CPU Module Board CPU MODULE BOARD Fig. 4.7 Position of CPU Switch for RS485 Operation F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
From the AutoDome main menu, select Alarms Setup>Inputs Setup, and set the Alarm Input # to N.O.S. See the table below for contact and condition details. AutoDome Programmed N.O.S. Contact Alarm Condition Open Normal Closed Alarm Cut or brake Tamper Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
From the AutoDome main menu select Alarm Setup>Inputs Setup, and set Alarm Input # to N.O. See the table below for contact and condition details. AutoDome Programmed N.O. Circuit Alarm Indication Open Normal Closed Alarm Table 5.2 N.O. Non-supervised Conditions F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
@ 150 ma. Connect the appropriate stripped wire to the open connector (1, 2, or 3) of the transis- tor. Connect the appropriate stripped wire to the ground (GND) connector. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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| Alarms and Relay Connections AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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.
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A communications format that allows remote control, configuration and updates to be performed over the video cable (Coax or Passive UTP). Biphase Pan/Tilt/Zoom protocol for Bosch products. Cable Category Application and bandwidth rating system for UTP cabling. Categories 1 through 6 are based on EIA/TIA-568-B standards.
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IEEE 802.3 standard. The Ethernet standard supports 10Mbps, 100Mbps and 1000Mbps (Gigabit) data transmission rates. EnviroDome AutoDome with environmental protection that allows it to be used outdoors in almost any climate. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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The standard measure of the lens aperture, which is the iris diameter, divided by the focal length of the lens. The lower the maximum aperture (or F-Number), the more light that passes through the lens. F-Stop See F-Number. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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100 IRE. The International (SI) unit of measurement of the intensity of light. It is equal to the illumination of a surface one meter away from a single candle. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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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 Bi-phase protocol (See Bi- phase).
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Television Lines or TVL. The higher the TVL rating, the higher the resolution. RS232/485 A communication interface for third party control and firmware upgrades to the AutoDome products. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10...
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255.255.0.0 subnet mask. Class C addresses (8 bits for the subnet and 24 bits for the host address) use a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. F01U010921 | 1.0 | 2006.10 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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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.
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| Glossary AutoDome Modular Camera System XF-Dynamic A highly accurate 15-bit digital signal processing technology from Bosch that extends the dynamic range of Dinion cameras to optimally capture the detail in both the high and low light areas of the scene simultaneously, maximizing the information visible in the picture.
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