Recommended Use Of Your Camera - Bosch VG5-7230-CPT5 Operation Manual

AUTODOME IP starlight 7000 HD
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Recommended Use of Your Camera

Bosch recommends that you consider the following in order to optimize the life of your Bosch
camera.
Notice!
Refer to the document "AUTODOME_OperationGuidelines_2014.pdf" for guidelines for
operating your camera using Guard Tours and Preset Tours. To access the document, go to
www.boschsecurity.com, navigate to the product page for your camera, and then locate the
document in the Documents tab.
1. Power-over-Ethernet (PoE)
Use the recommended Bosch High PoE 60W Midspan (sold separately from the camera)
between the camera and your PoE network. Improper network connection can result in
intermittent camera reboots. If the camera reboots frequently, test your camera with another
power supply.
If you choose to use a PoE switch, ensure that the switch can support PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at,
class 4 standard) devices to optimize its power management, and that the switch meets
requirements for power draw for the product.
Warning!
Only in-ceiling models of the AUTODOME can be connected to a PoE+ switch. Outdoor
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models should be used only with the Bosch High PoE 60W Midspan.
2. Installation in an area with high humidity
Ideally, the bubble of your dome camera should remain in place. The dome contains a
desiccant pack to control the level of moisture inside the camera. Removing the bubble from
the dome exposes the desiccant to moisture that could negatively affect the performance of
the camera. If you must remove the bubble (for example, to install or remove an SD card), do
not leave the bubble off of the dome for longer than five minutes.
Bosch also recommends that you keep the dome camera in its packaging until you are ready to
install the camera.
3. Installation in a corrosive environment (for example, near a coastline)
The fasteners and fixtures shipped with the camera help to keep the camera secure. Always
use Bosch-supplied screws and other fasteners when installing or performing maintenance on
the camera.
Before installation, inspect the metal parts of the camera for paint that is chipped or
otherwise damaged. If you notice any paint damage, touch up the damage with locally
available paint or sealants.
Avoid installation practices that may bring the camera's metal mountings in contact with
materials such as stainless steel. Such contacts can result in galvanic corrosion and degrade
the cosmetic appearance of the camera. These cosmetic damages caused by improper
installation are not covered by warranty as they do not affect the functionality of the camera.
4. Outdoor installation
Use proper surge suppression on your network video, power, audio, and alarm cables.
5. SD card
This information is provided to assist the customer in the selection of an appropriate SD
device as a means for recording video. It is not an endorsement of a specific technology or
supplier.
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