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  • Page 1 AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera VG5 700 Series User Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Basic Mode: Encoder Basic Mode: Audio Basic Mode: Recording Basic Mode: System Overview Advanced Mode: General Identification 4.10 Password 4.11 Date/Time 4.12 Display Stamping 4.13 Advanced Mode: Web Interface 4.14 Appearance Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 4 IPv4 4.49.2 IPv6 4.49.3 Detailed Settings 4.50 Advanced 4.51 Multicast 4.52 FTP Posting 4.53 IPv4 Filter 4.54 Encryption 4.55 Advanced Mode: Service 4.56 Maintenance 4.57 Licenses 4.58 System Overview F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 5 AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera Table of Contents | en Troubleshooting Guide VG5 AutoDome Operation and Control VG5 700 Series AutoDome Video and Control VG5 Series AutoDome Audio User Command Table Index Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 6: Getting Started

    Establishing AutoDome Control The most common ways to interface with the AutoDome are: – Using the Bosch IP Web interface included with VG5 AutoDome 700 Series models. Refer to Section 2 Using the AutoDome 700 Series, page 7. – Using the Bosch Video Management System (VMS) or the Bosch Video Client.

  • Page 7: Using The Autodome 700 Series

    Microsoft Internet Explorer Web browser version 8.0 or later, or – A computer with Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, or Windows 7 operating system, network access, and reception software such as the Bosch Video Management System or the Bosch Video Client, or Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 8: Connecting The Autodome 700 Series To The Pc

    You can find notes on using Microsoft Internet Explorer in the online Help in Internet Explorer. If you choose to use a computer running Microsoft Internet Explorer or any of the Bosch software, the computer must conform to the following minimum requirements: –...

  • Page 9: Configuring The Autodome 700 Series Camera

    Network Switch Computer NOTICE! You can also use the Bosch Video Client utility to configure the network settings for an AutoDome 700 Series camera. Go to www.boschsecurity.com to download the Configuration Manager software and Operating Manual. Configuring the AutoDome 700 Series Camera To operate the camera in your network you must assign it a valid network IP address.

  • Page 10: Changing The Network Settings

    Contact your local network administrator for a valid IP address, Subnet Mask, and a Gateway IP Address. Using the Configuration Manager Configuration Manager is an optional network utility provided on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. Use the Configuration Manager Manual to make any configuration changes. NOTICE! Depending on the PC network security settings, the user may have to add the new IP address to the browser’s trusted sites list for the IP AutoDome controls to operate.

  • Page 11: Configuring Intelligent Tracking

    Use AUX Command 78 to activate/deactivate Intelligent Tracking Use AUX ON 78 to enable the Intelligent Tracking Auto Mode. This command can be used in conjunction with the rules engine. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 12: Guidelines For Implementing Intelligent Tracking

    An automatic reconnection procedure is started in the background in order to recover from this error. Gap; no video recorded Watermarking not valid F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 13 If you do not connect, the unit may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the unit and network configuration, each AutoDome 700 Series can have up to 25 Web browser connections or up to 50 connections via the Bosch Video Management System.
  • Page 14 (see the AutoDome online help). If you want to delete the entries, click the delete icon in the top right-hand corner of the relevant field. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 15: Entering A Keyboard Control Command

    Click the Set Shot button. The image area displays a message that indicates which shot number was saved. To View a Preset Shot: Click the number of the scene you want to view using the on-screen keypad. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 16: Using Intelligent Tracking

    700 AutoDome to track the movement of the selected target. Note: This feature is available only from the Livepage. This feature is not available from the Bosch Video Controller version 1.3.812. Support for the Click feature is planned for the BVC 1.4 release.

  • Page 17: Using Special Functions

    Settings page. Image Resolution Sequences are saved at the resolution that has been preset in the configuration for the encoder (see Section 4.3 Basic Mode: Network, page 25). Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 18: Processor Load

     Move the cursor over the graphic indicator. Some additional numerical values are also displayed. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 19: Recordings Page

    In addition, set markers in the sequences, so-called bookmarks, and jump directly to these. These bookmarks are indicated as small yellow arrows above the time interval. Use the bookmarks as follows: Jump to the previous bookmark Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 20 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 leaving the page. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 21: Vg5 Audio Connections

    Click Web Interface from the left pane, then click Livepage Functions. The AutoDome 700 Series displays the Livepage Function screen. Click the Transmit Audio radio button to enable for audio. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 22: Configuring Gain (Optional)

    Changes are effective immediately. The current level is displayed next to the slide control to help do this. Make sure that the display does not go beyond the green zone during modulation. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 23: Configuring The Autodome 700 Series

    Bosch Video Management System programs. The device name is used for the remote identification of a unit, in the event of an alarm for example.

  • Page 24: Basic Mode: Date/Time

    Select the protocol that is supported by the selected time server. Preferably, you should select the SNTP server as the protocol. This supports a high level of accuracy and is required for special applications and subsequent function extensions. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 25: Basic Mode: Network

    If a DHCP server is employed in the network for the dynamic assignment of IP addresses, you can activate acceptance of IP addresses automatically assigned to the AutoDome 700 Series. Certain applications (VIDOS, Bosch Video Management System, Archive Player, Configuration Manager) use the IP address for the unique assignment of the unit. If you use these...

  • Page 26: Basic Mode: Audio

    You can record the images from the AutoDome 700 Series on various local storage media or on an appropriately configured iSCSI system. Here you can select a storage medium and immediately start the recording. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 27: Basic Mode: System Overview

    VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System programs. Enter a unique, unambiguous name for the camera in this field. You can use both lines for this.

  • Page 28: Date/Time

    If you do not create a table, there will be no automatic switching. When changing and clearing individual entries, remember that two entries are usually related to each other and dependent on one another (switching to summer time and back to normal time). F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 29: Display Stamping

    If you select the Custom option, additional fields are displayed where you can specify the exact position (Position (XY)). In the Position (XY) fields, enter the values for the desired position. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 30: Advanced Mode: Web Interface

    Internet/Intranet). When accessing via the Internet/Intranet, ensure that a connection is always available to display the image. The image file is not stored in the AutoDome 700 Series. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 31: Livepage Functions

    When video content analysis (VCA) is activated, additional information is displayed in the live video stream. For example, in Motion+ mode, the sensor areas for motion detection are marked. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 32: Logging

    If necessary, click Browse to find a suitable directory. 4.17 Advanced Mode: Camera 4.18 Installer Menu Orientation Reverses the image 180º (ideal when mounting upside down). Set the orientation to Normal (default) or Inverted. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 33: Encoder Profile

    Target bit rate: 400 kbps Maximum bit rate: 500 kbps Encoding interval: 30.00 ips – ISDN (2B) Target bit rate: 80 kbps Maximum bit rate: 100 kbps Encoding interval: 30.00 ips Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 34 Here you can select the desired resolution for the video image. The following resolutions are available for standard definition settings only: – 352 × 288/240 pixels – 4CIF/D1 704 × 576/480 pixels F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 35: Encoder Streams

    H.264 BP+ bit-rate-limited Select this setting when using hardware decoders. The bit rate is limited to 1.2 Mbps. CABAC: off CAVLC: on GOP structure: IP I-frame distance: 15 Deblocking filter: on Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 36: Privacy Masks

    You cannot apply a privacy mask 70° (tilt direction) below the horizon. To add a privacy mask to a scene: Navigate to the scene in which you want to apply a privacy mask. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 37: Camera Settings

    It is only necessary to change the white point offset for special scene conditions. Gain Control Adjusts the automatic gain control (AGC). Automatically sets the gain to the lowest possible value needed to maintain a good picture. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 38 – Monochrome: Forces the camera to stay in Nigh Mode and transmit monochrome images. – Color: The camera does not switch to Night Mode regardless of ambient light conditions. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 39: Lens Settings

    Reverse: iris controls are reversed. Auto Iris Level Increases or decreases brightness according to the amount of light. Type a value between 1 and 15, inclusive. The default setting is 5. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 40: Ptz Settings

    Pan Between Limits mode (AUX 2 ON). Tilt Up Limit Sets the upper tilt limit of the camera. Use the preview window to move the camera to the tilt limit and click the button. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 41: Diagnostics

    NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, NW) heading in which the camera is pointing. NOTICE! The compass feature is not compatible with Bosch Intelligent Tracking. If Intelligent Tracking is activated, the camera automatically disables the display of the compass heading. Once Intelligent Tracking is deactivated, the camera returns the compass heading to the display.

  • Page 42: Sectors

    Place the cursor in the input box to the right of the sector number. Type a title for the sector, up to 20 characters long. To blank the sector, click the check box to the right of the sector title. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 43: Miscellaneous

    It is also possible to let the VRM Video Recording Manager control all recording when accessing an iSCSI system. This is an external program for configuring recording tasks for Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 44 | Configuring the AutoDome 700 Series AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera video servers. For further information please contact your local customer service at Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Device manager If you activate the VRM option in this screen, the VRM Video Recording Manager will manage all recording and you will not be able to configure any further settings here.

  • Page 45: Recording Profiles

    If you select Off, no automatic recording takes place. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 46: Retention Time

    Make sure that the retention time corresponds with the available memory capacity. A rule of thumb for the memory requirement is as follows: 1 GB per hour retention time with 4CIF for complete frame rate and high image quality. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 47: Recording Schedule

    Once recording is underway, the Recording Profiles and Recording Scheduler pages are deactivated and the configuration cannot be modified. You can stop the recording activity at any time and modify the settings. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 48: Recording Status

    VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System, you can store a general password here. The AutoDome 700 Series can use this general password to connect to all remote stations protected with the same password.
  • Page 49 This requires the appropriate certificates to be uploaded onto the AutoDome 700 Series. You can activate and configure encryption of the media data (video and metadata) on the Encryption page (see Section 4.54 Encryption, page 63). Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 50: Vca

    Click the icon again. The new profile name is saved. Alarm status The alarm status is displayed here for information purposes. This means you can check the effects of your settings immediately. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 51 NOTICE! Additional analysis algorithms with comprehensive functions such as IVMD and IVA are available from Bosch Security Systems, inc. If you select one of these algorithms, you can set the corresponding parameters here directly. You can find information on this in the relevant documents on the product CD supplied.
  • Page 52 This option allows you to detect, independently of motion alarms, manipulation of the orientation or location of a camera resulting from turning the camera mount bracket, for instance. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 53 Click Select Area to configure the sensor fields. A new window will open. If necessary, click Clear All first to clear the current selection (fields marked yellow). Left-click the fields to be activated. Activated fields are marked yellow. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 54: Audio Alarm

    Select On if you want the device to generate audio alarms. Name The name makes it easier to identify the alarm in extensive video monitoring systems, for example with the VIDOS and Bosch Video Management System programs. Enter a unique and clear name here. CAUTION! Do not use any special characters, for example &, in the name.

  • Page 55: Alarm Task Editor

    This will overwrite all settings and entries on the other alarm pages. Click the Examples link under the Alarm Task Editor field to see some script examples. A new window will open. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 56: Alarm Rules

    N.C. (Normally Closed) and provide an optional name for each input. 4.47 Relay The AutoDome 700 Series incorporates one (1) open collector alarm output. Use the following settings to configure the relay. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 57: Advanced Mode: Network

    If a DHCP server is employed in the network for the dynamic assignment of IP addresses, you can activate acceptance of IP addresses automatically assigned to the AutoDome 800 Series. Certain applications (VIDOS, Bosch Video Management System, Archive Player, Configuration Manager) use the IP address for the unique assignment of the unit. If you use these...

  • Page 58: Ipv6

    The AutoDome 800 Series uses the TLS 1.0 encryption protocol. You may have to activate this protocol via your browser configuration. You must also activate the protocol for the Java applications (via the Java control panel in the Windows control panel). F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 59 Enter the host name registered on DynDNS.org for the AutoDome 800 Series here. User name Enter the user name you registered at DynDNS.org here. Password Enter the password you registered at DynDNS.org here. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 60: Advanced

    Identity and Password parameters have been set and successfully authenticated. Identity Enter the name that the RADIUS server is to use for identifying the AutoDome 700 Series. Password Enter the password that is stored in the RADIUS server. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 61: Multicast

    Multicast operation requires a multicast-enabled network that uses the UDP and the Internet Group Management IGMP protocols. Other group management protocols are not supported. The TCP protocol does not support multicast connections. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 62: Ftp Posting

    – Increment A number from 000 to 255 is added to the file name and automatically incremented by 1. When it reaches 255 it starts again from 000. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 63: Ipv4 Filter

    It will then be automatically installed there. In this way, an AutoDome 700 Series can be serviced and updated remotely without a technician having to change the installation on site. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 64 EPROM being incorrectly programmed. This in turn can result in the unit no longer being addressable, in which case it will have to be replaced. Even changing to another page or closing the browser window leads to an interruption. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 65: Licenses

    You can select all required text on this page with the mouse and copy it to the clipboard with the [Ctrl]+[C] key combination, for example if you want to send it via e-mail. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 66: Troubleshooting Guide

    – Try cycling the AutoDome power off and on. If the Red LED is off, then: If using a Bosch Pendant Power Supply Box: – Check that Green LED in Power Supply Box is on. This LED indicates mains power through the transformer.
  • Page 67 If you are behind a firewall, ensure that the Video Transmission mode is set to UDP. Access the Settings Web page for the IP-enabled device. Expand the Service Settings link, then click Network. Select UDP from the Video Transmission drop-down list. Then click Set. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...

  • Page 68: Vg5 Series Autodome Audio

    AutoDome and a computer that plays the audio. Audio Connections with VG5 700 Series AutoDome The VG5 700 Series AutoDome uses an Ethernet connection to connect directly to an existing network. Figure 5.1 Typical Audio Connections for an IP-enabled AutoDome Microphone Coaxial Cable–10 m (33 ft) maximum distance...
  • Page 69 Verify the cable type and installation used for audio connections between the microphone and the VG5 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the VG5 AutoDome Installation Manual for more information. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 70 Verify the cable type and installation used for audio connections between the microphone and the VG5 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the VG5 AutoDome Installation Manual for more information. F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 71: User Command Table

    On–Displays compass heading Heading Off–Hides compass heading On/Off Record Tour A On– start recording Off – stop recording On/Off Record Tour B On– start recording Off – stop recording Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 72 62 IP network settings 10 image resolution 17 Livepage 10 image selection 13 connect on alarm 48 initiator name 27 control signals 31 controlling image area 14 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 73 52 multi-unicast 61 selecting a profile 33 sensor fields 52 Set Shot 15 navigation 23 Show Shot command 15 network 25 SMS 55 network settings page 10 F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 74 23 unit name 23 unit time 24 UPnP 61 user name 24 video content analysis 50 video sensor 50 video transmission 67 VIDOS 7 VRM 43 watermarking 30 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 75 | Index AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 76 AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera Index | en Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 77 | Index AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 78 AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera Index | en Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User Manual F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08...
  • Page 79 | Index AutoDome 700 Series IP PTZ Camera F.01U.273.798 | 3.0 | 2012.08 User Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 80 | Index VG5 AutoDome Camera F.01U.265.794 | 1.0 | 2011.01 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 82 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 850 Greenfield Road Lancaster, PA 17601 U.S.A. www.boschsecurity.com © Bosch Security Systems, Inc., 2012...

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