FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Table of contents | en Table of contents Safety Safety message explanation Safety precautions Important safety instructions Power connection in applications Notices Short information System overview Product description Intended use Preparing for installation Unpacking Contents Wiring 4.3.1...
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| Table of contents FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i 12.1 Dimensions 12.2 Specifications Support and training 2024-02 | V02 | F.01U.404.121 Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation manual...
National Electrical Code (NEC)), Canadian Electrical Code, Part I (also called CE Code or CSA C22.1), and all applicable local codes. Bosch Security Systems accepts no liability for any damages or losses caused by incorrect or improper installation. Important safety instructions –...
NEC725 and NEC800 (CEC Rule 16-224 and CEC Section 60). Video loss - Video loss is inherent to digital video recording; therefore, Bosch Security Systems cannot be held liable for any damage that results from missing video information.
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Bosch Security Systems, LLC 130 Perinton Parkway 14450 Fairport, NY, USA For more information please contact the nearest Bosch Security Systems location or visit: www.boschsecurity.us More information For more information please contact the nearest Bosch Security Systems location or visit www.boschsecurity.com.
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Security advisories, that is a list of identified vulnerabilities and proposed solutions: https://www.boschsecurity.com/xc/en/support/product-security/security- advisories.html Bosch assumes no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by operating its products with outdated software components. 2024-02 | V02 | F.01U.404.121 Bosch Security Systems B.V.
Bosch Security Systems accepts no liability for damage resulting directly or indirectly from faults, incompleteness or discrepancies between this manual and the product described. Copyright This manual is the intellectual property of Bosch Security Systems and is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. Trademarks All hardware and software product names used in this document are likely to be registered trademarks and must be treated accordingly.
System overview Product description All FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i cameras have a unique 3-step concept for simple installation and provide crisp, highly detailed images with the perfect balance between high resolution and extreme low-light sensitivity (up to 4K ultra HD with starlight and high dynamic range).
This equipment should be unpacked and handled with care. If an item appears to have been damaged in shipment, notify the shipper immediately. Verify that all parts are included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems sales or customer service representative.
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| Preparing for installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Quantity Component 10-pin I/O connector 2-pin 24V AC / 12-26V DC input connector CAT5e STP network patch cable (50 cm / 19.7 in.) TR20 bit Desiccant bag Note: Do not open the bag before it is necessary to use its content.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Preparing for installation | en Wiring 1 10-pin I/O connector. 2 2-pin 24V AC / 12-26V DC power input connector. 3 RJ45 network connector. 4.3.1 Network and PoE power Connect the camera to a 10/100 Base-T network: –...
| Preparing for installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i When PoE power returns, the camera seamlessly switches back to PoE as its default power source. 4.3.2 24V AC / 12-26V DC power input Connect a SELV-LPS or a SELV Class 2 power supply with a rated supply voltage of 24V AC or 12-26V DC.
Grounding provides improved surge protection (up to 1 kV, 2 kA to ground (8/20 µs pulse)). The grounding wire is not included in the box. Bosch recommends the use of a grounding wire with a ring terminal.
| In-box configuration FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i In-box configuration In-box configuration of the camera can be done via a wired connection with the camera still inside the box, by using a mobile device or PC. Connect a network cable with PoE, and wait 1 minute for the camera to power up.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en Hardware installation Caution! Do not remove the bubble to move the camera lens manually. The lens system is motorized for easy commissioning. Moving these parts manually will break the gears and damage the camera. In order to move or focus the camera lens, always use the motorized PTRZ controls mentioned in this manual.
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Installing the mounting plate The mounting plate is used to fix the camera to a flat surface. It offers different holes and slots for a variety of fixing options. 1 10.2 cm / 4 in. Square junction box...
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en 6.1.1 Installing the mounting plate without conduit Remove the mounting plate from the box. Position the mounting plate with the center hole on top of the cable exit on the surface, and mark the positions of the screw holes on the surface.
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i 6.1.2 Installing the mounting plate with conduit – For a camera mounted on a wall: make sure that the mounting plate is oriented in a 90º angle, with the holes parallel to the floor, to allow for the use of a weather protector if necessary.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en Put the cable through the hole of the conduit plate. Attach the conduit plate with the conduit plate adapter to the surface with the washer and a 5-6 mm (0.2 in.) screw. Tighten the screw between 2.5 and 4 Nm (1.8 lbfft and 3 lbfft).
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i 13. Install the conduit cover on the conduit plate with the bolt. Tighten the screw between 1.4 and 2 Nm (1 lbfft and 1.5 lbfft). Installing the camera base 6.2.1 Before the installation With the camera inside the box, remove the tapes from the sides of the camera base.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en If there are auxiliary connections, puncture a hole in the rubber of the secondary cable inlet (2) in the camera base to put them through. The diameter of the whole must be between 5 and 8 mm (0.2 and 0.3 in.).
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| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Grounding (optional) To ground the camera: Remove the screw from the bottom of the camera base. Install the ring terminal on the screw. Hold the camera base and attach the screw with the grounding cable.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en 6.2.2 Installation steps Put the network cable through the network cable inlet. If necessary, put all auxiliary connections through the secondary cable inlet. Attach the grommet to the network cable. Grab the camera base with both hands and push the grommet into the network cable inlet with both thumbs on the opposite sides of the network cable.
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| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Adjust the length of the network cable as necessary. Connect the network cable to the network connector. If required, do a loop with the cable on the hooks of the mounting plate.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en Without conduit With conduit 10. If necessary, connect the auxiliary wires to the terminals supplied (refer to Wiring, page 13). 11. Connect the terminals to their related connectors. Moisture protection Remove the desiccant tablet from the bag.
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Installing the camera module Remove the camera module from the box. – If necessary, install the SD card in SD slot 1. – Press the SD card firmly until it latches into place in the slot.
Make sure that all necessary wiring is done, and that energy is being supplied. Notice! Use full size SD cards for maximum reliability, and to eliminate the risk of bad connections in a microSD to full size SD adapter. Bosch recommends the use of industrial SD cards with health monitoring. LED status A status LED can be seen in the camera bubble on the opposite side of the camera lens.
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Mounting accessories NDA-8000-PLEN Plenum-rated in-ceiling mount kit for FLEXIDOME IP 8000i. NDA-8000-IC In-ceiling mount kit. NDA-8000-SP Optional soft ceiling support for in-ceiling mount kit. NDA-8000-WP On-camera weather protector for FLEXIDOME IP 8000i.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Hardware installation | en NDA-8000-PC Paintable cover (4 pieces) for FLEXIDOME IP 8000i. NDA-U-PMAS Universal pole mount adapter, white; small. NDA-U-PSMB Surface mount box (SMB) for wall mount or pipe mount. NDA-U-PMAL Universal pole mount adapter, white; large.
| Hardware installation FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i NDA-U-PMT Universal pipe mount for dome cameras, 31 cm, white. NDA-U-RMT Universal roof mount for dome cameras, white. Removing the camera Untighten the 4 captive screws of the screw holes in the camera module.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Comissioning | en Comissioning With the remote commissioning functionality, only a PC or a mobile device is needed to pan, tilt, roll, and zoom (PTRZ), and point the camera to the required field of view - without ever having to remove the camera from the box.
Connection via the web browser This device can be accessed via a web browser to configure, control, receive live images, and replay stored video. For best experience, use Microsoft Internet Explorer browser with the Bosch MPEG-ActiveX plugin. This enables these functions: –...
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Connection via the web browser | en When you use Configuration Manager to access your device for the first time, you must set the initial password of the device in Configuration Manager. The Users section (General >...
| Troubleshooting FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Troubleshooting Resolving problems The following table is intended to help identify the causes of malfunctions and correct them where possible. Malfunction Possible causes Solution Unit does not operate. Power failure. Make sure that the power supply is working properly.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Troubleshooting | en Closing seals are damaged. Please contact your supplier or system integrator, or go directly to Bosch Security Systems customer service. Rubber grommet not placed Re-install rubber grommet. correctly on IP54 protection kit.. Cable diameter or shape is not...
Customer service If a fault cannot be resolved, please contact your supplier or system integrator, or go directly to Bosch Security Systems customer service. The version numbers of the internal firmware can be viewed on a service page. Please note this information before contacting customer service.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Maintenance | en Maintenance There are different types of bubbles available to choose from. All bubbles require special care when handling and cleaning to avoid scratches. 10.1 Bubble handling The bubble may be packaged with a protective plastic sheet. It is recommended that the bubble remain stored this way until it is ready to install.
| Maintenance FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Clear bubbles offer maximum sensitivity by allowing as much light through as possible. Tinted bubbles offer covertness by making it difficult to see from the outside the direction the camera is facing. For instructions on how to replace the bubble, refer to the respective Quick Installation Guide.
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Maintenance | en Release the reset button. Wait 60 seconds for the LED light to turn off and for the reset to be complete. Remove the connection PCB from the camera module. Disconnect the network or power cable from the camera module.
| Decommissioning FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Decommissioning 11.1 Transfer The device should only be passed on together with this Installation manual. 11.2 Disposal Old electrical and electronic equipment This product and/or battery must be disposed of separately from household waste.
FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Technical data | en Technical data 12.1 Dimensions ~175 mm (6.9 in) ~107mm (4.2 in) Figure 12.1: FLEXIDOME IP 8000i dimensions 12.2 Specifications NDE-8512-R / NDE-8512-RT Mechanical Dimensions (D x H) 175 x 148 mm (6.9 x 5.7 in) Weight 2.2 kg (4.85 lbs) Mounting Surface mount...
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| Technical data FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Mechanical Dimensions (D x H) 175 x 148 mm (6.9 x 5.7 in) Weight 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs) Mounting Surface mount Color White (RAL9003) Motorized PTR range Pan: 0º to +361º; Tilt: -3º to +85º (NDE-8513-R), -3º to +90º (NDE-8513-RT); Roll: -95º to +95º...
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Technical data | en NDE-8513-RX / NDE-8513-RXT Mechanical Dimensions (D x H) 175 x 148 mm (6.9 x 5.7 in) Weight 2.3 kg (5.07 lbs) Mounting Surface mount Color White (RAL9003) Motorized PTR range Pan: 0º to +361º; Tilt: -3º to +81º (NDE-8513-RX), -3º to +89º (NDE-8513- RXT);...
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| Technical data FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Input/output Alarm input 2 supervised inputs, dry contact or voltage operated (5 - 40 VDC); 2.2K end-of-line resistor Alarm output 1 output, maximum: 30 VAC or +40 VDC, 0.5 A continuous, 10 VA Ethernet Shielded RJ45 Surge protection Ethernet: 1 kV, 2 kA to ground (8/20 µs pulse)
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Technical data | en Video streaming GOP structure IP, IBP, IBBP Frame rate 1-60 fps Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) >55 dB Video resolution (H x V) Supported resolutions HD 1080p 1920 x 1080, 1.3MP 1536 x 864, HD 720p 1280 x 720, SD 432p 768 x 432, D1 (4:3) 720 x 576, VGA (4:3) 640 x 480 NDE-8513-R / NDE-8513-RT Video streaming Video compression H.265;...
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| Technical data FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Video streaming Camera latency 120 ms (8 MP, 30 fps) GOP structure Frame rate 1-30 fps Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) >55 dB Video resolution (H x V) Supported resolutions 4K UHD 3840 x 2160, 7.2MP 3584 x 2016, 2.8MP (4:3) 1920 x 1440, HD 1080p 1920 x 1080, 1.3MP 1536 x 864, 1.3 MP (5:4) 1280 x 1024, HD 720p 1280 x 720, SD 432p 768 x 432, SD 480p (4:3) 720 x 480, VGA (4:3)
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FLEXIDOME IP starlight 8000i Technical data | en Video streaming Regions of Interest (ROI); Bosch Intelligent Streaming Camera latency 67 ms (60 fps) GOP structure IBBP Frame rate 1-60 fps Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR) >55 dB Video resolution (H x V) Supported resolutions 4.1 MP 2688 x 1520, 3.7 MP 2560 x 1440, 2.8 MP (4:3) 1920 x 1440, HD 1080p 1920 x 1080, 1.3MP 1536 x 864,...
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