Bosch FW5.50 Software Manual

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  • Page 1 Camera Browser Interface Bosch IP 200 Series Cameras FW5.50 Software manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Recording video sequences 3.1.8 Running recording program 3.1.9 Audio communication 3.1.10 Processor load Recordings page 3.2.1 Controlling playback Settings Overview Configuration Menu Settings Basic Mode Device Access 5.1.1 Naming 5.1.2 Password Date/Time Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 4 Alarm mode stamping 6.4.5 Alarm message 6.4.6 Video watermarking Web Interface Appearance 7.1.1 Website language 7.1.2 Company logo 7.1.3 Device logo 7.1.4 JPEG size and quality LIVEPAGE Functions 7.2.1 Transmit audio AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 5: Camera Browser Interface Table Of Contents | En

    Encoder Settings Audio Pixel Counter Encoder Settings Encoder Profile 9.1.1 Pre-defined profiles 9.1.2 Changing a profile 9.1.3 Profile name 9.1.4 Target bit rate 9.1.5 Maximum bit rate 9.1.6 Encoding interval Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 6 Alarm Connections 11.1.1 Connect on alarm 11.1.2 Number of destination IP address 11.1.3 Destination IP address 11.1.4 Destination password 11.1.5 Video transmission 11.1.6 Stream 11.1.7 Remote port 11.1.8 Video output AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 7: Camera Browser Interface Table Of Contents | En

    12.2.2 Analysis type 12.2.3 Motion detector 12.2.4 Tamper detection 12.3 VCA - Scheduled 12.3.1 Weekdays 12.3.2 Holidays 12.4 VCA - Event triggered 12.4.1 Trigger 12.4.2 Trigger active 12.4.3 Trigger inactive Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 8 Host name 14.1.16 User name 14.1.17 Password 14.1.18 Force registration now 14.1.19 Status 14.2 Advanced 14.2.1 SNMP 14.2.2 1. SNMP host address / 2. SNMP host address 14.2.3 SNMP traps AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 9: Camera Browser Interface Table Of Contents | En

    Multicast packet TTL 14.4 FTP Posting 14.4.1 JPEG posting 14.4.2 FTP server 14.5 IP V4 filter Service 15.1 Maintenance 15.1.1 Firmware 15.1.2 Configuration 15.1.3 SSL certificate 15.1.4 Maintenance log 15.2 System Overview Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 10: Browser Connection

    In Windows Vista, deactivate protected mode on the Security tab under Internet Options. To play back live video images, an appropriate ActiveX must be installed on the computer. If necessary, install the Bosch Video Client. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 11: Establishing The Connection

    If you do not connect, the camera may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the device and network configuration, each camera can have up to 25 web browser connections, or up to 50 connections via Bosch Video Client or Bosch Video Management System. 1.2.1...
  • Page 12: System Overview

    The LIVEPAGE is used to display the live video stream and control the camera. Recordings The RECORDINGS page is used for playing back recorded sequences. Settings The SETTINGS page is used to configure the camera and the application interface. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 13: Operation Via The Browser

    The items shown depend on the settings on the LIVEPAGE Functions page. Figure 3.1 Livepage 3.1.1 Image selection Click a tab below the video image to display a camera image stream. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 14: Status Icons

    Indicates a gap in the recorded video. Watermark flag Watermark is set on media item. Invalid watermark flag Indicates that the watermark is not valid. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 15: Cameras With Ptz Control

    Click and hold for far focus; click and hold for near focus. Click and hold to close the iris; click and hold to open the iris. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 16: Cameras With Alarm And Relay I/O

    To view, filter and save these messages to a file, click in the top right-hand corner.  To clear the log, click in the top right-hand corner of the relevant field. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 17: Saving Snapshots

    Click the recording icon again to stop recording. Play back saved video sequences using the Player from Bosch Security Systems. 3.1.8 Running recording program The hard drive icon below the camera images on the Livepage changes during an automatic recording.
  • Page 18: Audio Communication

    When accessing the camera with a browser, the processor load and network information is available in the upper right of the window next to the Bosch logo. Move the mouse cursor over the icons to display numerical values. This information can help with problem solving or when fine tuning the device.
  • Page 19: Recordings Page

    Click Export to FTP to send the current track to the FTP server. If required, change the times within the selected range. Note: The FTP server address is set on the Network/FTP Posting page. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 20: Controlling Playback

    Jump to start of active sequence or to previous sequence Jump to start of the next video sequence in the list Slide control Select the playback speed using the speed regulator: AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 21 Jump to the following bookmark Bookmarks are only valid while in the Recordings page; they are not saved with the sequences. All bookmarks are deleted when you leave the page. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 22: Settings Overview

    You can access all device parameters in this mode. Settings that affect the fundamental functionality of the device (such as firmware updates) can only be changed in this mode. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 23: Settings

    All settings are backed up in the device memory so they are not lost even if the power fails. The exception is the time settings, which are lost after 1 hour without power if no central time server is selected. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 24: Basic Mode

    When assigning passwords, always start from the highest authorization level, service, and use different passwords. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 25: Date/Time

    Click Sync to PC to apply the system time from your computer to the device. Note: It is important that the date/time is correct for recording. An incorrect date/time setting could prevent correct recording. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 26: Network

    Enter the appropriate subnet mask for the set IP address. Gateway address Enter the IP address of the gateway to establish a connection to a remote location in a different subnet. Otherwise, this field can remain empty (0.0.0.0). AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 27: Encoder

    This page provides general information on the hardware and firmware system, including version numbers. No items can be changed on this page but they can be copied for information purposes when troubleshooting. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 28: Advanced General Settings

    Initiator extension Add text to an initiator name to make identification easier in large iSCSI systems. This text is added to the initiator name, separated from it by a full stop. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 29: Password

    Re-enter the new password to ensure that there are no typing mistakes. The new password is only saved after clicking Set. Therefore, click Set immediately after entering and confirming the password, even if assigning a password at another level. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 30: Date/Time

    Note: If a table is not created, there is no automatic switching. When editing the table, note that values occur in linked pairs (DST start and end dates). AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 31: Time Server Ip Address

    It is recommended to select the SNTP server protocol. This protocol provides high accuracy and is required for special applications and future function extensions. Select Time server if the server uses the RFC 868 protocol. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 32: Display Stamping

    Custom option, or it can be set to Off for no overlay information. If the Custom option is selected, enter values in the X and Y position fields. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 33: Alarm Message

    Select On in the drop-down box for the transmitted video images to be watermarked. After activation, all images are marked with an icon. The icon indicates if the sequence (live or saved) has been manipulated. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 34: Web Interface

    7.1.4 JPEG size and quality Select the size and quality of the M-JPEG image displayed on the livepage. The highest quality is 1. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 35: Livepage Functions

    When selected, the camera status icons are displayed as an overlay on the video images. 7.2.6 Show event log The event messages are displayed with the date and time in a field next to the video image. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 36: Show System Log

    Path for JPEG and video files Enter the path for the storage location of individual images and video sequences saved from the Livepage. If necessary, click Browse to find a suitable folder. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 37: Logging

    File for system log Enter the path for saving the system log here. If necessary, click Browse to find a suitable folder. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 38: Camera

    Factory defaults Click Defaults to restore the factory defaults for the camera. A confirmation screen appears. Allow 5 seconds for the camera to optimize the picture after a mode reset. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 39: Picture Settings

    +50 to offset the factory white point alignment (reducing blue introduces more yellow). It is only necessary to change the white point offset for special scene conditions. Default Click Default to set all video values to their factory setting. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 40: Day/Night

    Select the control setting for IR illumination: – Auto: the camera automatically switches the IR illumination. – Color: the IR illumination is always off. – Monochrome: the IR illumination is always on. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 41: Encoder Settings

    Refer to Section 9.1 Encoder Profile, page 44 for more information on setting up the encoder profile. Refer to Section 9.2 Encoder Streams, page 48 for more information on setting up the encoder streams. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 42: Audio

    Place the cursor inside the shaded box and drag to change its position. Click Freeze to stop updates of the live image. The number of pixels inside the selected area is displayed for streams 1 and 2. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 43: Encoder Settings

    Encoder Streams page. The maximum frame rate and quality of the JPEG stream is also selected here. The streams and profiles for recording are selected on the Recording Profiles page. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 44: Encoder Profile

    To change a profile, select it by clicking its tab, then change the parameters within that profile. If a setting outside the permitted range for a parameter is entered, the nearest valid value is substituted when the settings are saved. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 45: Profile Name

    (images per second) is displayed next to the slider. 9.1.7 Standard definition video resolution Select the desired resolution for the standard definition video image. Note: These resolutions are not used by a HD stream. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 46: Expert Settings

    Thus, the quality of the I-frames relative to the P-frames is improved. The total data load will increase, but only by the portion of I-frames. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 47: Default

    Maximum bit rate. 9.1.9 Default Click Default to return the profile to the factory default values. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 48: Encoder Streams

    Click Preview << to close the preview displays. Note: Deactivate the display of the video images if the performance of the computer is adversely affected by the decoding of the data stream. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 49: Jpeg Stream

    Select the Max. frame rate in images per second (IPS). – The Picture quality slider allows adjustment of the M-JPEG image quality from Low to High. Note: The M-JPEG frame rate can vary depending on system loading. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 50: Recording

    The VRM is an external program for configuring recording tasks for video servers. For further information, contact your local customer service at Bosch Security Systems. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 51: Storage Management

    An SD card can be used for local recording in cameras with an SD slot.  If the SD card is password protected, enter the password into the Password field. The Storage overview field displays the local media. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 52: Activating And Configuring Storage Media

    LUN or one of the other available drives. – The medium is added as a target in the Managed storage media list. – Newly added media is shown as Not active in the Status column. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 53: Formatting Storage Media

    It is then no longer used for recordings. Click a storage medium in the Managed storage media list to select it. Click Remove below the list. The storage medium is deactivated and removed from the list. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 54: Recording Profiles

    (for example VCA data) should also be recorded. Including metadata could make subsequent searches of recordings easier but it requires additional memory capacity. Without metadata, it is not possible to include video content analysis in recordings. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 55: Recording Track Selection

    Select a period for the Post-alarm time from the list box. Alarm stream Select the stream to be used for alarm recordings: – Stream 1 – Stream 2 – I-frames only Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 56 Alarm input (if applicable) – Motion/Audio alarm – Video loss alarm Select the Virtual alarm sensors that are to trigger a recording, via RCP+ commands or alarm scripts, for example. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 57: Retention Time

     Enter the required retention time in hours or days for each recording track. Make sure that the retention time does not exceed the available recording capacity. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 58: Recording Scheduler

    Assign the defined holidays to the recording profile as described above. Delete user-defined holidays as follows: Click Delete in the Holidays tab. A new window opens. Click the date to be deleted. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 59: Profile Names

    Recordings that are currently running are interrupted and the configuration can be modified. 10.4.5 Recording status The graphic indicates the recording activity. An animated graphic is displayed when recording is taking place. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 60: Recording Status

    | Recording Camera Browser Interface 10.5 Recording Status Details of the recording status are displayed here for information. These settings cannot be changed. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 61: Alarm

    Bosch Video Client or the Bosch Video Management System. The camera connects to all remote stations protected by the same general password. To define a...
  • Page 62: Video Transmission

    11.1.9 Decoder If a split image is set for the selected video output, select a decoder to display the alarm image. The decoder selected determines the position of the image. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 63: Ssl Encryption

    Select On to automatically re-established a connection to one of the previously specified IP addresses after each reboot, connection breakdown, or network failure. 11.1.12 Audio Select On to transmit the audio stream with an alarm connection. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 64: Video Content Analyses (Vca)

    This can lead to impairment of the VCA system. Observe the processor load and optimize the encoder settings or the VCA settings if necessary, or turn off VCA completely. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 65: Audio Alarm

    Select On for the device to generate audio alarms. 11.3.2 Name The name makes it easier to identify the alarm in extensive video monitoring systems, for example with the Bosch Video Client and the Bosch Video Management System. Enter a unique and clear name here. 11.3.3 Signal Ranges Exclude particular signal ranges in order to avoid false alarms.
  • Page 66: Alarm E-Mail

    Obtain information on operating your mobile phone from your mobile phone provider. 11.4.6 Image size Select the size of the JPEG images that are to be sent from the camera. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 67: Attach Jpeg From Camera

    This makes it easier to identify the origin of the e-mail. 11.4.10 Test e-mail Click Send Now to test the e-mail function. An alarm e-mail is immediately created and sent. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 68: Setting Up Vca

     In the VCA configuration drop-down list, select Silent MOTION+. No parameters can be changed for this selection. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 69: Vca - Profiles

    No further alarm is triggered during the aggregation time. The post-alarm time set for alarm recordings only starts once the aggregation time has expired. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 70: Analysis Type

    The sensor reacts to variations in the brightness of the video image. The darker the observation area, the higher the value that must be selected. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 71: Tamper Detection

    Detect tampering of cameras and video cables by means of various options. Run a series of tests at different times of the day and night to ensure that the video sensor is operating as intended. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 72 Activate this function if tampering associated with exposure to extreme light (for instance, shining a flashlight directly on the objective) should trigger an alarm. The average brightness of the scene provides a basis for recognition. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 73 If the selected area is too homogenous, so that concealing and moving the structure would not trigger an alarm, then an alarm is triggered immediately to indicate the inadequate reference image. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 74 Right-click any fields to deactivate. Click OK to save the configuration. Click the close button (X) in the window title bar to close the window without saving the changes. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 75: Vca - Scheduled

    These will later be displayed as a single entry in the table. Click OK to accept the selection. The window closes. Assign the individual holidays to the VCA profiles, as described above. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 76 Click Delete. A new window opens. Click the date to delete. Click OK. The item is deleted from the table and the window closes. The process must be repeated for deleting additional days. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 77: Vca - Event Triggered

    A delay period may be useful in avoiding false alarms or frequent triggering. During the delay period, the Silent MOTION+ configuration is always enabled. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 78: Interfaces

    13.2.5 Trigger relay Click the button to switch the relay manually (for example, for testing purposes or to operate a door opener). AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 79: Network

    If a DHCP server is employed in the network for the dynamic assignment of IP addresses, activate acceptance of IP addresses automatically assigned to the device. Certain applications (Bosch Video Management System, Configuration Manager) use the IP address for the unique assignment of the device. If using these applications, the DHCP...
  • Page 80: Ip V6 Address

    To limit browser access to encrypted connections, choose an HTTPS port from the list. The standard HTTPS port is 443. Select the Off option to deactivate HTTPS ports and limit connections to unencrypted ports. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 81: Rcp+ Port 1756

    The potential value depends on the network structure. A higher value is only useful if the iSCSI system is located in the same subnet as the camera. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 82: Network Mtu [Byte]

    To transfer the IP address of the device, click the Register button. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 83: Status

    Camera Browser Interface Network | en 14.1.19 Status The status of the DynDNS function is displayed here for information purposes; these settings cannot be changed. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 84: Advanced

    On to activate authentication to communicate with the device. Enter the user name that the Radius server uses for the camera in the Identity field. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 85: Rtsp Port

    0 and 252 as a multiple of four. For alarm video you can set a higher priority than for regular video and you can define a Post Alarm Time over which this priority is maintained. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 86: Multicast

    With a 0.0.0.0 setting, the encoder for the stream operates in multi-unicast mode (copying of data stream in device). The camera supports multi-unicast connections for up to five simultaneously connected receivers. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 87: Port

    A value can be entered to specify how long the multicast data packets are active on the network. If multicast is to be run via a router, the value must be greater than 1. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 88: Ftp Posting

    FTP server. Enter zero for no images to be sent. 14.4.2 FTP server FTP server IP address Enter the IP address of the FTP server. FTP server login Enter your login name for the FTP server. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 89: Ip V4 Filter

    The device itself may initiate a connection (for example, to send an alarm) outside the defined ranges if it is configured to do so. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 90: Service

    The latest firmware can be obtained from your customer service center or from the Bosch Security Systems download area. To update the firmware: First, store the firmware file on your hard disk.
  • Page 91: Configuration

    Once all files have been successfully uploaded, the device must be rebooted. In the address field of the browser, enter /reset after the camera's IP address, for example: 192.168.0.10/reset The new SSL certificate is valid. Bosch Security Systems Software manual AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03...
  • Page 92: Maintenance Log

    Keep this information at hand when seeking technical support. Select the text on this page with a mouse and copy it so that it can be pasted into an e-mail if required. AM18-Q0611 | v5.50 | 2012.03 Software manual Bosch Security Systems...
  • Page 94 Bosch Security Systems www.boschsecurity.com © Bosch Security Systems, 2012...

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