AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Table of contents | en Table of contents Safety Legal Information Safety Precautions Important safety instructions Additional safety information Important notices Important Notices - Illumination Safety Connection in Applications Use latest software Product Description Preparing Wiring...
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Safety Legal Information 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.
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.
| Safety AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Additional safety information Caution! Attach the metal mounting plate (supplied with the camera) to the inside of the pendant interface plate mount with the three (3) M4 screws (12 mm) (supplied with mount).
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Safety | en Important notices Notice! This device is intended for use in public areas only. U.S. federal law strictly prohibits surreptitious recording of oral communications. UL disclaimer Underwriter Laboratories Inc. ("UL") has not tested the performance or reliability of the security or signaling aspects of this product.
| Safety AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Important Notices - Illumination Safety The text in this section applies only to cameras that have illuminators. Notice! This product has been tested according to standard IEC62471:2006 “Photobiological safety of lamps and lamp systems”. The product emissions meets the EXEMPT Group limit for Cornea/Lens infrared hazard as defined by IEC 62471:2006.
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advisories.html Bosch assumes no liability whatsoever for any damage caused by operating its products with outdated software components. Notice! Bosch strongly recommends upgrading to the latest firmware for the best possible functionality, compatibility, performance and security.
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Product Description Keep your security in focus with the many features of the AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR camera. The camera is carefully tuned to deliver detailed, 4MP ultra HD images during the day as well as full details in low-light or no-light conditions. The integrated, intelligent IR illuminator automatically adjusts the IR intensity according to zoom factor and field of view to ensure that the scene is illuminated uniformly.
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Preparing Wiring | en Preparing Wiring Prepare and install all wiring for 24 VAC, PoE (Cat5e or better), alarms, and audio as necessary. For 24 VAC, follow the recommendations for maximum cable distance and wire gage.
| (Optional) Configuration Programming on a Temporary Table-top AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Stand (Optional) Configuration Programming on a Temporary Table-top Stand Installation Overview Caution! Risk of damage to camera Please remove the tape from the top of the camera. The camera head must be free to rotate.
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(Optional) Configuration Programming on a Temporary Table-top Stand | AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 24VAC 50/60Hz 802.3bt PoE Configure the camera. Refer to the separate User Manual for details. Disconnect the wires/cables from the connectors in the base of the camera.
| Installing the camera outdoors AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing the camera outdoors Cameras installed outdoors are typically exposed to surges, transients, and lightning. The details for wiring and installation are based on common practices for proper surge and lightning suppression.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing the camera outdoors | en 1 Indoor main building 2 Network switch with shielded ports and grounding as recommended by the manufacturer. All network cables must be terminated with shielded RJ45 connectors. 3 Surge suppression for indoor...
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Camera Housings and Mounts – Use only Bosch mounts listed on the datasheet of the specific camera. – Follow all grounding for the camera housings and mounts per the installation manual. 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC...
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR (Optional) Installing a microSD card | en (Optional) Installing a microSD card Loosen the 2 Hex screws in the back of the camera housing. Pull up the cover of the SD card slot as illustrated in the graphic that follows.
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| (Optional) Installing a microSD card AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing the IP66 kit | en Installing the IP66 kit The camera box includes the IP66 accessory kit. To ensure a waterproof seal on the camera connectors, assemble the IP66 kit on the Ethernet cable (Cat5e or better) before you finish camera installation.
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| Installing the IP66 kit AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Put the grommet on the RJ45 socket on the camera cable on the camera. Note: Do not complete the steps that follow until you are ready to complete step 7 of the subchapter Attaching the Mounting Cap and the Camera.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing the IP66 kit | en Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
| (Optional) Installing the Surveillance Cabinet AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR (Optional) Installing the Surveillance Cabinet The surveillance cabinet can attach directly to a wall mount, to a corner mount, to a pipe mount, or to a pole mount.
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera | en Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera Installing a Pendant Wall Mount (with the Surveillance Cabinet) Slide the mounting flange over the wall mount. Attach the wall mount to the mounting flange and fix them on the front door of the Wall-mount Surveillance Cabinet by using four M5 screws.
| Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Attaching the Mounting Cap and the Camera To make a watertight seal, wrap PTFE tape (user-supplied) four times around the threads at the end of the mount.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera | en Put the camera at approximately 45 degrees. Install the camera in the mounting cap with the hook. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Connect the RJ45 plug and the RJ45 socket on the camera cable and assemble the IP66 accessory kit to ensure a waterproof seal. Connect the mating connectors on the user-supplied cables to the matching connectors on the camera.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera | en Place the line through the base on the camera. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 10. Match the miter lock of the cap and the camera. 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera | en 11. Secure the 4 safety locking screws with the T15 Torx screwdriver. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Pendant Wall Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera | en Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera 10.1 Installing the Roof Mount Determine the wall location on the roof for the camera and use the pendant parapet mount bracket as a template to mark the hole locations.
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| Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Attach the pendant parapet mount bracket using at least six (6) stainless steel fasteners, three (3) on each side. (The bracket has eight (8) holes.) Be careful not to overtighten the fasteners because it may strip the threads.
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera | en 10.2 Attaching the Mounting Cap and the Camera To make a watertight seal, wrap PTFE tape (user-supplied) four times around the threads at the end of the mount.
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| Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Put the camera at approximately 45 degrees. Install the camera in the mounting cap with the hook. Connect the RJ45 plug and the RJ45 socket on the camera cable and assemble the IP66 accessory kit to ensure a waterproof seal.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera | en Place the line through the base on the camera. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 10. Match the miter lock of the cap and the camera. 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera | en 11. Secure the 4 safety locking screws with the T15 Torx screwdriver. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Parapet Roof Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera | en Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera 11.1 Preparing the Ceiling for Installation Determine a secure location for the pipe mount. Ensure there is an adequate opening in the ceiling or mounting structure for the cables to pass through.
| Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 11.3 Attaching the Mounting Cap and the Camera To make a watertight seal, wrap PTFE tape (user-supplied) four times around the threads at the end of the mount.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera | en Put the camera at approximately 45 degrees. Install the camera in the mounting cap with the hook. Connect the RJ45 plug and the RJ45 socket on the camera cable and assemble the IP66 accessory kit to ensure a waterproof seal.
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| Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Place the line through the base on the camera. 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera | en 10. Match the miter lock of the cap and the camera. Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
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| Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR 11. Secure the 4 safety locking screws with the T15 Torx screwdriver. 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Installing a Pipe Mount and Camera | en Bosch Security Systems 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Installation Manual...
| Connection AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Connection Caution! Compliance with EN50130-4 Alarm Standard - CCTV for Security Applications To meet the requirements of the EN50130-4 Alarm Standard, an ancillary uninterruptable power (UPS) supply is necessary. The UPS must have a Transfer Time between 2-6 ms and a Backup Runtime of greater than 5 seconds for the power level as specified on the product datasheet.
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AUTODOME IP starlight 5100i IR Connection | en If desired, connect the alarm and/or audio wires as identified in the following table. Label ID Description Cable Wire Color ALARM_COM Alarm Communications ALARM_OUT Alarm Out Brown ALARM_IN1 Alarm In 1 White...
Dry the bubble thoroughly with a dry nonabrasive cloth to prevent water spots. Never scrub the bubble with any abrasive material or cleaners. Bosch recommends cleaning the exterior of the bubble with NOVUS “No. 1” Plastic Clean & Shine (or equivalent), according to manufacturer’s instructions. Refer to www.novuspolish.com...
The device should only be passed on together with this Installation manual. 14.2 Disposal Disposal - Your Bosch product was developed and manufactured with high-quality material and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol means that electronic and electrical appliances, which have reached the end of their working life, must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste material.
Troubleshooting – Repair & Exchange – Product Security Bosch Building Technologies Academy Visit the Bosch Building Technologies Academy website and have access to training courses, video tutorials and documents: www.boschsecurity.com/xc/en/support/training/ 2025-04 | 1.0 | DOC Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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