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Bosch VG4-200 User Manual

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  • Page 1 VG4 Modular Camera System VG4-200 | VG4-300 | VG4-500i User’s Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4.1.1 Using an American Dynamics Controller 4.1.2 Using a Pelco Controller Pelco Protocol Mode 4.2.1 Hardware Configuration 4.2.2 Pelco Keyboard Commands 4.2.3 Pelco Keyboard Commands 4.2.4 Special Preset Commands Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 4 Recording Video Sequences Running Recording Program VG4 Audio Connections Audio Line Input Specifications 9.1.1 Wire Specifications 9.1.2 Connections 9.1.3 Activating Audio Reception 9.1.4 Enabling Audio Transmission 9.1.5 Configuring Gain (optional) F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 5 Advanced Mode: Recording Status 10.44 Advanced Mode: Alarm Connections 10.45 Advanced Mode: VCA 10.46 Advanced Mode: VCA Profiles 10.47 Advanced Mode: VCA Scheduled 10.48 Advanced Mode: VCA Event triggered Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 6 Advanced Mode: System Overview Troubleshooting Guide 11.1 VG4 AutoDome Operation and Control 11.2 VG4 IP AutoDome Video and Control 11.3 VG4 IP AutoDome Audio User Command Table Appendix: FastAddress Conversions Index F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Using the AutoDome Configuration Tool software running on a PC with Bilinx or the RS- 232/485 communication protocol. Refer to the CTFID User Manual for instructions. – Using a PC-based graphical user interface (GUI) such as the Bosch DiBos 8 software. Refer to the DiBos 8 User Guide for instructions. –...

  • Page 8: Basic Keyboard Operation

    The Enter key can also be labeled with the 8 symbol. For example, the keyboard command to make the AutoDome pan 360º continuously is: ON-1-ENTER(press the ON key, then press the number 1 key, and then press ENTER.) F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 9: Setting The Camera Address

    Follow the on screen instructions. You receive an on-screen confirmation when the FastAddress is complete. NOTICE! FastAddress is stored in nonvolatile memory and does not change if the power is turned off or if the default settings are restored. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 10: Setting Passwords

    Tilt the joystick up or down to choose a number. Tilt the joystick right to move to the next number position. Follow the on-screen instructions and save the password. You receive an on-screen confirmation. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 11: On-Screen Display Menu Navigation

    Accesses adjustable lens settings such as: focus, iris, zoom speed, and digital zoom. PTZ Setup Accesses adjustable pan/tilt/zoom (PTZ) settings such as: Autopan, tours, PTZ speed, inactivity period, AutoPivot, and tilt limits. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 12: Camera Setup Menu

    * Night Mode: AUTO * Night Mode Color: * Night Mode Threshold: * Pre-Comp Restore Defaults... * = Factory Setting ** = WDR camera only Focus / Iris: Select F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 13 Turns the wide dynamic ON or OFF range feature on or off. Shutter Mode: Turns Auto SensUP on or Auto SensUP or OFF Auto off. SensUP Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 14 Amplifies the video gain Sliding scale: –(1 to 10)+ (not applicable to compensate for long with IP distance cable runs. AutoDome models) Restore Restores all default Defaults settings for this menu only. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 15: Lens Setup

    Iris Speed Adjusts the manual Sliding scale: – (1 to 10) + iris speed. Max. Zoom Adjusts the manual SLOW, MEDIUM, or FAST FAST Speed zoom speed. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 16: Ptz Setup Menu

    Tour 2 Period Changes dwell time Sliding scale: – (3 sec. to 10 min.) 5 sec. (not available between presets during with 200 Series the tour. models) F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 17 Tilt Up Limit... Sets the upper tilt limit of Use joystick to move to a scene. the camera. Restore Restores the default Defaults setting for this menu only. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 18: Display Setup Menu

    Blanking selected sectors. Sector (1-16): Press Focus/Iris to blank (not Available sectors are 1 or clear a sector. available through 16. Follow the with 200 on-screen instructions. Series models) F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 19: Communication Setup Menu

    Menu items marked with an asterisk (*) are the default settings. Communication Setup Exit... * AutoBaud: * Baud Rate 9600 * Bilinx: Restore Defaults... * = Factory Setting Focus / Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 20: Alarm I/O Setup

    N.O. 8. Low Pressure‡ 9. NONE 10. NONE Physical 11. NONE Output 9-12 12. NONE Focus / Iris: Select Type Focus / Iris: Select Right / Left: Select Mode F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 21 NOTICE! Alarm inputs 1 and 2 provide tamper detection, if programmed as supervised, for breaks or shorts in an alarm circuit. See the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual for wiring instructions. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 22 (available with RS-232 serial connections, Bilinx, and IP AutoDome models). AutoTrack: Turns AutoTrack on or off as an output. (Available with 500i Series only). NONE: No command defined. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 23: Rule Setup Menu

    Once an alarm is configured with valid inputs and outputs, it can be turned on or off (enabled or disabled) through its configuration menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 24 NOTICE! You can include up to four (4) Input and Output events in a single rule. Each input and output, however, must be true for the alarm's rule to be valid and enabled. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 25: Language Menu

    Advanced Feature Setup Exit... * Stabilization * AutoTrack Sensitivity Auto AutoTrack TImeout AutoTrack TImeout Period 5 min * Camera Height: Virtual Masking... Restore Defaults... Focus / Iris: Save and Exit Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 26 Allows up to 24 virtual masks menu. See Section 7.3 Virtual using five anchor points. Masking (500i Series Only), page 52. Restore Restores the default settings Defaults for this menu. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 27: Diagnostics Menu

    BIST Exit... Data Flash: PASS Bilinx: PASS FPGA: PASS Digital I/O 1: PASS Digital I/O2: PASS VCA: PASS Homing: PASS Internal Temp. Displays the current dome temperature. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 28 Displays the number of time that video was lost. ExtComm Error Displays the number of times that Events: the IP communications module (IP comm modules lost internal communication with only.) the System Controller. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 29: Alarm Status Submenu

    The AutoDome, then, replaces the blinking alarm message with a static “LP.” The “LP” remains on the OSD until the internal pressure of the AutoDome is raised above the recommended level. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 30: Common Autodome User Commands (Unlocked)

    | Common AutoDome User Commands (unlocked) VG4 Modular Camera System Common AutoDome User Commands (unlocked) This chapter details the commonly used Bosch keyboard setup commands. See Section 6 Keyboard Commands by Number, Page 44, for a complete list of commands. Setting AutoPan Mode AutoPan mode pans the AutoDome camera 360º...

  • Page 31: Specifying A Shot Or A Sector Title

    To change the dwell period of a tour: Press ON-15-ENTER to access the Tour Period Menu. Select the tour (Tour 1 or Tour 2) and follow the on-screen instructions. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 32: Programming The Inactivity Operation

    Press ON-101-ENTER to start recording the tour. Press OFF-101-ENTER to stop the tour. To playback Recorded Tour B: Press ON-52-ENTER to begin continuous playback. Press OFF-52-ENTER or move the joystick to stop playback. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 33: Alternative Control Protocols

    American Dynamics Manchester system sends out an address of 1, while the Sensormatic RS- 422 system with an address of 100 also sends out an address of 1. It is NOT NECESSARY to convert these numbers with the Bosch FastAddress method. The camera automatically detects the address being transmitted by the Sensormatic RS-422 control system and adjusts the camera accordingly.
  • Page 34 When completed, the FastAddress number entered must match the Unique Identifier displayed. See example as follows: Enter FastAddress FastAddress: Not Set Unique Identifier: 200668 200668 Continue... Exit... Joystick: Match Identifier F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 35 Move the joystick to highlight Exit Without Change to exit the FastAddress menu without saving any changes. FastAddress FastAddress: Not Set Save “##” as FastAddress Clear Current FastAddress Exit Without Change Focus/Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 36: Using A Pelco Controller

    Move the joystick down then back up to set the FastAddress number. Press the FOCUS or the IRIS button to store the FastAddress number. The on-screen display menu confirms that the VG4 AutoDome stored the FastAddress number. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 37: Pelco Protocol Mode

    NOTICE! To save a preset, enter the desired number and hold the PRESET key for approximately two (2) seconds. To recall a preset, enter the desired preset number (or command) and momentarily press and release the PRESET key. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 38: Pelco Keyboard Commands

    99-PRESET Starts an AutoScan NOTICE! Some Pelco controllers do not support all the preset command numbers. Consult the specific Pelco controller's documentation for supported preset commands. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 39: Pelco On-Screen Menus

    Accesses the tours, tour periods, scan speed, edit presets, limit stops, recording, and AutoPivot settings. Edit Password Changes the password. (locked) FastAddress (locked) Sets or changes a camera address. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 40: Command Lock (Locked)

    NOTICE! If the Command Lock is set to ON and you press Focus or Iris on a locked command, the AutoDome displays the on-screen message: "Command is Locked." 5.1.2 Bosch Menu (locked) The Bosch Menu allows full access to the AutoDome main Setup Menu and all AutoDome configuration settings. Pelco menu Bosch menu...

  • Page 41: Ptz Setup (Unlocked)

    * Tour 2 Period: 5 sec * Scan Speed 30 deg/sec Edit Presets... * Limit Stops: * Recording: "A" * Autopivot: * = Factory Setting Focus / Iris: Select Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 42: Other Menus

    Restores all settings to their original factory default (locked) settings. Reset All Memory Restores all settings to their original factory default (locked) settings and clears all user programmed settings such as preset scenes and recordings. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 43: Keyboard Commands By Number

    Activate/Deactivate On/Off Playback B, continuous Activate/Deactivate On/Off Playback B, single Activate/Deactivate On/Off Night Mode menu On, Off, Auto (Day/Night only) On/Off Night Mode setting Enables/disables Night Mode (Day/Night only) Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 44 Off–deactivates output On/Off Sector Blanking Enters Sector Blanking menu On/Off Privacy Masking Enters Privacy Masking menu On/Off Command Lock/Unlock On–lock on Off–lock off On/Off Lens Polarity menu On–reverse Off–normal F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 45 Shot Edit Tour 2 (Custom) Enters the Custom Tour Scene menu Set/ 901- Adds/Removes a Set ###–adds preset 901-964 * Shot preposition shot from Shot ###–removes preset Tour 1 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 46: Advanced Features

    From the Inputs Setup menu, ensure that Alarm Input 1 is set to N.O. (This is the default setting for Input 1.) NOTICE! For instruction on wiring alarm and relay connections, see the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 47 From the Rule Setup menu select Rule 2. Set the first input to Alarm Input 1. (The motion detector.) Set the second input to Alarm Input 5. (The gate alarm contact.) Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 48 Refer to the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices User Guide, available at www.boschsecurity.com. Launch the CTFID software from a computer that is connected to a VG4 AutoDome. Figure 7.1 CTFID Overview Window F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 49 10. Type the number 1 or use the slider bar to select 1 for the Input option. 11. Select Alarm Input 1 from the Input Option drop-down list. 12. Ensure that the Output number is set to 1. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 50: Autotrack Operation (500I Series Only)

    Return to Previous Aux), if AutoTrack is programmed for these activities. NOTICE! For proper operation AutoTrack requires that the camera height be set in the software. Open the Bosch Main menu, select the Advanced menu and select Camera Height to enter the height.

  • Page 51: Autotrack Settings And Recommendations

    Use the Virtual Masking feature (see Section 7.3 Virtual Masking (500i Series Only), page 52) to mask unwanted motion from trees or cars. Bosch recommends that you draw the virtual mask 10% larger than the object to be masked. –...

  • Page 52: Autotrack Optimization

    Consistent Light Conditions You may use higher AutoPan speeds in consistent indoor or outdoor ambient light conditions, but Bosch recommends not exceeding a speed of more than 15 degrees/sec. Then modify the AutoTrack Sensitivity setting to reach the optimal results.

  • Page 53: Virtual Masking (500I Series Only)

    Advanced Features | en Virtual Masking (500i Series Only) Virtual Masking is a unique Bosch technology that allows you to create an “invisible” area that ignores unwanted background motion. These invisible masks are similar to privacy zones, except that the AutoDome AutoTrack and Motion Detection algorithms can see them.

  • Page 54: Image Stabilization (500I Series Only)

    Image Stabilization (500i Series Only) Image Stabilization becomes increasingly important as zoom ranges are extended. The advanced image stabilization algorithms of the 500i Series eliminate camera shake for exceptional image clarity. Bosch achieves this clarity without reducing camera sensitivity or picture quality. –...

  • Page 55: Using The Ip Autodome

    Using the IP AutoDome | en Using the IP AutoDome The VG4-200, VG4-300, and VG4-500i Series AutoDomes can be ordered with an optional IP module that allows the AutoDome to transmit PTZ control commands and images over a TCP/ IP network. It also allows users to configure the AutoDome camera display settings, camera operating settings, and to configure the network parameters.

  • Page 56: System Requirements

    A compatible hardware decoder from Bosch Security Systems as a receiver and a connected video monitor. 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 57: Configuring The Ip Autodome Camera

    The following sections provide instructions about installing the software necessary to view images over an IP connection, configuring the IP network settings and accessing the IP AutoDome images from a Web browser. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 58: Installing The Required Software

    MPEG-ActiveX Bosch Configuration Manager You can find the latest versions of the required software on the Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Web site. To locate the software, follow these directions: Launch a Web browser and navigate to one of the following URLs: –...

  • Page 59: Changing The Network Settings

    IP Address. Using the Configuration Manager Configuration Manager is an optional network utility provided on the Bosch Security Systems Web site (see Section 8.5 Installing the Required Software, page 57). Use the Configuration Manager Manual provided in the Documentation folder on the CD to make any configuration changes.
  • Page 60 AutoDome, use the new IP Address to access the LivePage. 11. Disconnect the IP AutoDome Ethernet cable from the dedicated network switch and reconnect the Ethernet cable to the local area network (LAN). F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 61: The Livepage

    If you do not connect, the unit may have reached its maximum number of connections. Depending on the unit and network configuration, each IP AutoDome can have up to 25 Web browser connections or up to 50 connections via VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System. Protected IP AutoDome...
  • Page 62 When an alarm is triggered, the corresponding icon lights up blue. The unit's configuration determines whether the alarm is displayed, as well as additional details (see the IP AutoDome online help). F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 63: Entering A Keyboard Control Command

    (Show Shot, Set Shot Aux On or Aux Off). A valid combination either issues a command to the camera or displays an on- screen menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 64 Series AutoDome are used for motion detection) from the on-screen keypad to identify the scene number. Click the Set Shot button. The image area displays a message that indicates which shot number was saved. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 65: Saving Snapshots

    IP AutoDome. A red dot in the icon indicates that recording is in progress. Click the icon again to stop recording. NOTICE! You can play back saved video sequences using the Player from Bosch Security Systems, which can be installed from the product CD supplied. Image Resolution Sequences are saved at the resolution that has been preset in the configuration for the encoder (see the IP AutoDome online help).

  • Page 66: Vg4 Audio Connections

    NOTICE! The audio signal is sent in a separate data stream parallel to the video data, and so increases the network load. The audio data is encoded according to G.711 and requires an additional bandwidth of approximately 80 Kbit/s for each connection. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 67: Enabling Audio Transmission

    Click Service Settings from the left pane, then click Livepage Configuration. The IP AutoDome displays the Livepage Configuration screen (see Figure 9.2). Click the Transmit Audio radio button to enable for audio. Figure 9.2 Livepage Configuration F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 68: 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. Figure 9.3 Setting Audio Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 69: Configuring The Ip Autodome

    VIDOS or 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 70 It will be displayed in the video screen if configured to do so (see Section Camera name stamping, page 74). The camera name makes the task of administering cameras in larger video monitoring systems easier, for example using the VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System programs.

  • Page 71: Basic Mode: Date/Time

    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 IP AutoDome. 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 72: Basic Mode: Encoder Profile

    80 kbps for each connection. If you do not want any audio data to be transmitted, select Off. Line In You can set the line input gain. Make sure that the display does not go beyond the green zone during modulation. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 73: Basic Mode: Recording

    It will be displayed in the video screen if configured to do so (see Section Camera name stamping, page 74). The camera name makes the task of administering cameras in larger video monitoring systems easier, for example using the VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System programs.

  • Page 74: Advanced Mode: Password

    Enter the password for the appropriate authorization level here. Confirm password In each case, enter the new password a second time to eliminate typing mistakes. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 75: Advanced Mode: Date/Time

    SNTP server as the protocol. This supports a high level of accuracy and is required for special applications and subsequent function extensions. Select Time server for a time server that works with the protocol RFC 868. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 76: Advanced Mode: Display Stamping

    Choose On if you wish the transmitted video images to be “watermarked”. After activation, all images are marked with a green W. A red W indicates that the sequence (live or saved) has been manipulated. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 77: Advanced Mode: Appearance

    Bilinx control Next to the field for view control at the top left of the LIVEPAGE, an additional field is displayed for the special Bosch Security Systems Bilinx control. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual...

  • Page 78: Advanced Mode: Logging

    You can then view, edit and print this file with any text editor or the standard Office software. File for system log Enter the path for saving the system log here. If necessary, click Browse to find a suitable directory. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 79: Advanced Mode: Picture Settings

    ISDN connections via one B-channel, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels – MODEM Analog modem connections with 20 kbps, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels – GSM connections with 9,600 baud, resolution 352 × 288/240 pixels F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 80 A value of 51 results in a very high refresh rate and lower image quality. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Advanced Mode: Encoder Streams

    You can set up the separate JPEG stream in this area. These settings are independent of the H.264 settings. The resolution corresponds to the highest setting from the two data streams. Max. frame rate You can select the frame rate for transmitting the JPEG images. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 82: Advanced Mode: Audio

    1 and 6 inclusive. The default setting is 4. Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the picture. To set the sharpness, type a value between 1 and 16 inclusive. The default setting is 12. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 83 On: color processing remains in effect while the camera is in night mode. – Off (default): color processing is not in effect while the camera is in night mode. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 84: Camera Settings Group 3

    Controls how fast the Auto focus will readjust when the focus becomes blurred. Type a value between 1 and 8, inclusive. The default setting is 2. Maximum Zoom Speed (200, 300, 500 models only) Controls the zoom speed. The default setting is Fast. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 85: Lens Settings Group 2

    Set the Auto Pivot to On (default) to automatically rotate the camera 180º when following a subject traveling directly beneath the camera. To disable this feature, click Off. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 86: Advanced Mode: Display

    Adjusts the brightness for the OSD. The value 0 is the darkest display and 10 is the brightest display. To set the OSD Brightness, type a value between 0 and 10, inclusive, or use the slide control to set this value. The default setting is 7. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 87 Select Off to hide the sector from the on-screen display. To reveal the sector, select On from the drop- down list. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 88: Display Settings Group 3

    N.O.S. (Normally Open Supervised contact, available only for alarm inputs 1 and 2). Type an alphanumeric name for the input, up to 32 characters. Check Activate Trigger to enable the alarm input to trigger an alarm email and a connection. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 89: Output Options

    Shot: triggers alarms when the camera is set to one pre-position. – Tracking: Alarm input option that turns the tracker on when the alarm is activated. – Motion Detection: triggers alarms when the camera senses motion. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 90: Alarm Rules

    Time Increment: activates the alarm following a predefined time increment. – Latched: keeps the alarm active until it is acknowledged. Click the Yes radio button to enable the alarm. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 91 N.C.S. (Normally Closed Supervised contact, available only for alarm inputs 1 and 2) N.C.O. (Normally Open Supervised contact, available only for alarm inputs 1 and 2) Figure 10.2 Input Options Settings Example F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 92 Select Output Option 6. Click the Type drop-down list and select Shot. Move the slider bar or type the number 7 in the Shot field. Figure 10.4 Output Option 6 Example Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 93 Move the slider bar or type the number 1 in the Output # field. Click the Output Option drop-down list and select 5: OSD. Figure 10.6 Alarm Rule 1 Example F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 94 Click the Output Option drop-down list and select 7: Transmit. Click the Output Period drop-down list and select 3 sec. Click the Yes radio button to enable Alarm Rule 1. Figure 10.8 Alarm Rule 1 Example Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 95: Miscellaneous

    Select Yes to instruct the camera to accept baud rates from 2400 to 57600. The default is On. Audio/BiPhase Use this option to disable the Audio and to activate the Biphase communication. The default is Biphase. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 96: Logs

    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 video servers. For further information please contact your local customer service at Bosch Security Systems.
  • Page 97 Click the Edit button below the list. A new window will open. Click the Formatting button to delete all recordings in the storage medium. Click OK to close the window. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 98: Advanced Mode: Recording Profiles

    If you select Off, no automatic recording takes place. CAUTION! You can specify limitations for overwriting older recordings in Continuous mode by configuring the retention time (see Section 10.41 Advanced Mode: Retention Time, page 97). Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 99: Advanced Mode: Retention Time

    Recording 1 / Recording 2 Enter the required retention time in hours or days for each recording. Recording 1 corresponds to Stream 1, Recording 2 corresponds to Stream 2. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 100: Advanced Mode: Recording Scheduler

    You can stop the recording activity at any time and modify the settings. Click the Start button to activate the recording scheduler. Click the Stop button to deactivate the recording scheduler. Running recordings are interrupted and the configuration can be changed. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 101: Advanced Mode: Recording Status

    VIDOS or Bosch Video Management System, you can store a general password here. The IP AutoDome can use this general password to connect to all remote stations protected with the same password.
  • Page 102 Select the On option to automatically re-establish a connection to one of the previously specified IP addresses after each reboot, after a connection breakdown or after a network failure. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 103: Advanced Mode: Vca

    To rename the file, click the icon to the right of the list field and enter the new profile name in the field. Click the icon again. The new profile name is saved. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 104 NOTICE! Additional analysis algorithms with comprehensive functions, such as IVMD and IVA, are available from Bosch Security Systems. 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 105 This allows you to avoid false alarms triggered by short-term changes, for example cleaning activities in the direct field of vision of the camera. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 106 Appearing edges Select this option if the selected area of the reference image includes a largely homogenous surface. If structures appear in this area, then an alarm is triggered. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 107: Advanced Mode: Vca Scheduled

    Click the date you wish to delete. Click OK. The item will be deleted from the table and the window will close. The process must be repeated for deleting additional days. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 108: Advanced Mode: Vca Event Triggered

    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 109: Advanced Mode: Alarm E-Mail

    Click the checkbox to specify that JPEG images are sent from the camera. An enabled video input is indicated by a check mark. Destination address Enter the e-mail address for alarm e-mails here. The maximum address length is 49 characters. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 110: Advanced Mode: Alarm Task Editor

    When you are finished, click the Set button to transmit the scripts to the unit. If the transfer was successful, the message Script successfully parsed is displayed over the text field. If it was not successful, an error message will be displayed with further information. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 111: 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 IP AutoDome. 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 112 Information about the service, registration process and available host names can be found at DynDNS.org. Host name Enter the host name registered on DynDNS.org for the IP AutoDome here. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 113: Advanced Mode: Advanced

    To configure the unit, you must connect the IP AutoDome directly to a computer using a network cable. This is because communication via the network is not enabled until the Identity and Password parameters have been set and successfully authenticated. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 114: Advanced Mode: Multicasting

    With the setting 0.0.0.0 the encoder for the relevant stream operates in multi-unicast mode (copying of data streams in the unit). The IP AutoDome supports multi-unicast connections for up to five simultaneously connected receivers. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 115: Advanced Mode: Jpeg Posting

    FTP server IP address Enter the IP address of the FTP server on which you wish to save the JPEG images. FTP server login Enter your login name for the FTP server. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 116: Advanced Mode: Encryption

    Once the upload is complete, the new configuration is activated. The time remaining is shown by the message going to reset Reconnecting in ... seconds. The unit reboots automatically once the upload has successfully completed. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 117: Advanced Mode: 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. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 118: 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 119 (the maximum distance for RS-232 is 50 feet). See the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual. If O.K., then: – Check that all wiring meets Bosch recommended standards and specifications. See the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual. Camera moves when –...
  • Page 120 – Remove the network cable from the interface board RJ-45 connector. If O.K., then: – Contact Bosch Technical Support. Day/Night camera – Check that the Day/Night mode is set to AUTO (ON-56-ENTER). does not switch If O.K., then: automatically when –...

  • Page 121: Vg4 Ip Autodome Video And Control

    Check all wiring and connector pins to the heater module. Low Voltage flashing – If using a non-Bosch power supply, confirm that it meets the Bosch AutoDome power on monitor display ratings. See the AutoDome Datasheet for specifications. If O.K., then: –...

  • Page 122: Vg4 Ip Autodome Audio

    Audio Connections with an Analog (standard) VG4 AutoDome In this illustration the analog VG4 AutoDome connects to a Bosch Video/Audio IP Encoder via a coaxial cable. The computer that plays the audio is connected to the encoder via an Ethernet cable.
  • Page 123 Video In Video/Audio Encoder; 10 m (33 ft) maximum distance VG4 Analog (Standard) AutoDome Ethernet Connection; Bosch Video/Audio Encoder to a PC Coaxial Connection; VG4 Analog Computer with Bosch DiBos Software Autodome to a Bosch Video/Audio Encoder Bosch Video/Audio Encoder F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 124 VG4 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual for more informa- tion. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 125 VG4 AutoDome. – Cable type: Coaxial – Cable length: 10 m (33 ft), maximum Refer to the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual for more informa- tion. F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 126: User Command Table

    On–activates output Open Collector Off–deactivates output On/Off Alarm Output 4 On–activates output Relay Off–deactivates output On/Off Command Lock/Unlock On–lock on Off–lock off On/Off Record A Activate/Deactivate On/Off Record B Activate/Deactivate Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 127 Enters the Standard Tour Scene menu Shot Edit Tour 2 (Custom) Enters the Custom Tour Scene menu Set/Shot 901-999 Adds/Removes a Set ###–adds preset 901-964 * preposition shot from Shot ###–removes preset Tour 1 F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 128: Appendix: Fastaddress Conversions

    Group 7 Group 8 10-99 10-99 109- 10-99 208- 10-99 307- 10-99 406- 10-99 505- 10-99 604- 10-99 703- 10-99 Table 1.2 Address Conversion Table for AD/Sensormatic RS-422 Systems Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...

  • Page 129: Index

    50 FastAddress 33 optimization 51 American Dynamics 33 sensitivity 51 settings 50 with AutoPan 51 Aux Control tab 63 Aux Off 8 Aux Off command 21 Aux On 8 F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 130 Configuration Manager 58 Configuration mode 68 Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices 27 configuring alarms 12 camera height 26 IP AutoDome /reset 60 Livepage 59 network settings 59 rules 23 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 131 OSD 18 events 27 Display stamping 74 failed 27 displaying HTTP port 110 camera response information 18 HTTPS port 110 on-screen menus 62 sector titles 18 shot titles 18 software F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 132 JPEG image size 114 line level 124 JPEG posting 114 line lock 13 JPEG posting interval 114 Livepage 59 low temperature events 27 threshold 27 low volt events 27 Low-pass filter 78 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 133 59 FastAddress 35 frame scan 38 keyboard commands 37 33-PRESET 38 34-PRESET 38 92-PRESET 38 93-PRESET 38 94-PRESET 38 95-PRESET 38, 39 96-PRESET 38 97-PRESET 38 F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 134 Recording B 32 Recording video sequences 64 Port 110 Reflections of light 103 port 57 region of interest 53 Post-alarm time 96 reset alarm 40 power up events 28 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 135 9 subnet mask 57 Preposition Tour 31 Summer time 74 preset shot 30 synchronization mode 13 rules 23 Synchronize 69 sharpness 13 System log 62 vertical position 18 F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 136 28 Video sensor 101 video transmission 120 VIDOS 55 VIP XD 56 virtual masking 26 voltage limit 27 VRM 94 Watermarking 75 white balance 13 zero pan 38 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03...
  • Page 137 136 en | Index VG4 Modular Camera System F.01U.133.268 | 6.0 | 2010.03 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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