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Bosch VG4 Series Manual

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  • Page 1 AutoDome Modular Camera System VG4 Series Firmware Update Manual Firmware Update Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Upgrading Firmware with the CTFID 3.3.1 CTFID does not Connect 3.3.2 BILINX 3.3.3 Serial (RS232 or RS485) 3.3.4 Firmware Upgrade via CTFID Fails Auto Tracker Does not Activate with ON 78 ENTER Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 4 | Table of Contents AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 5: Vg4 Firmware Updates Via A Tcp/Ip Network

    200, 300, 500i Series User’s Manual for specific instructions on configuring the IP AutoDome camera. The latest VG4 service pack is available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. To download the service pack from the Web, navigate to www.boschsecurity.us, click the CCTV link, then click Software under the Download Library heading.

  • Page 6: Navigate To The Firmware Update Page

    Click the SETTINGS link, located at the top of the page. Figure 1.1 Select SETTINGS link Click the Service settings link in the left pane. Figure 1.2 Select Service Settings link F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 7: About Vg4 Autodome Firmware Updates

    1.1.3 About VG4 AutoDome Firmware Updates The latest VG4 service pack is available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. To download a service pack from the Web, navigate to www.boschsecurity.us, click the CCTV link, then click Software under the Download Library heading. Select CCTV, then Camera, PTZ and choose the AutoDome model to choose the service pack you want to download.

  • Page 8: Selecting And Uploading Firmware Files

    Browse to and open the Boot directory, then install the SCBoot.App.g4i files before installing the SCMain.g4i files. See Table 1.1 below. F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 9 IP firmware before you perform any other firmware update. (For example, before uploading SCBootApp.g4i or SCMain.g4i). Figure 1.5 Select a Firmware file to upload Click the Upload Firmware button. Figure 1.6 Upload Firmware Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 10 CAUTION! Updating the firmware erases all device settings. To save these settings, click the Configuration download button to save the current device settings and then upload this file after the completion of the firmware update. Figure 1.7 Warning message F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 11 (system configuration files) to complete the firmware update. Note: To continue to upgrade the SCMain configuration files, follow steps 2 through 5 above to select and upload the files to the AutoDome. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...

  • Page 12: Alternate Language Option

    Select the language_Lang_xx.xx.xx.xx.G4i file, and then click the Open button. Figure 1.11 Select the Language file Check the Language Table box under the subcomponents upload window. Figure 1.12 Check the Language Table box F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 13: Changing The Vg4 Autodome Osd Language

    From the AutoDome OSD menu: Enter ON-46-ENTER from a control keyboard to open the Main window. From the Main window select Language menu. Then select the appropriate Language from the menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 14 | VG4 Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 15: Vg4 Firmware Updates Via The Ctfid

    AutoDome using a BNC to USB (Bilinx) connection or via a serial (RS232/RS485) connection. Bilinx is a communication protocol that allows you to update the firmware for a VG4 Series over the video cable (coaxial or passive UTP). For a Bilinx connection, the CTFID is connected to an AutoDome using a BNC to USB converter (Bosch part VP-USB).

  • Page 16: Bilinx Connections

    2.2.1 Bilinx Connections To create a Bilinx interface between a PC and a VG4 AutoDome you must have a Bosch VP-USB connector. The connector has a USB connector on one end and a female BNC on the other end. Figure 2.1 illustrates the interface connections: Figure 2.1 PC to VG4 AutoDome Connections...

  • Page 17: Launching With A Bilinx Connection

    Bilinx signal from the VG4 AutoDome. Once connected, the CTFID displays the Main Screen: Figure 2.2 CTFID Main Screen Proceed to Section 2.4 About VG4 AutoDome Firmware Updates, on page 16 . Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...

  • Page 18: Launching With A Rs232/Rs485 Serial Connection

    Note: If unable to connect, make sure the Gen4 AutoBaud setting is turned on. Figure 2.5 Select Interface dialog box NOTICE! The VP-RS2BLNX device is not available in the United States. F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 19 Proceed to Section 2.4 About VG4 AutoDome Firmware Updates, on page 16 . Note: The CTFID typically connects to an AutoDome in approximately 15 seconds, but it can continue to attempt a connection for up to one minute. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...

  • Page 20: About Vg4 Autodome Firmware Updates

    AutoDome Modular Camera System About VG4 AutoDome Firmware Updates The latest VG4 AutoDome service pack is available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. To download a service pack from the Web, navigate to www.boschsecurity.us, click the CCTV link, then click Software under the Download Library heading. Then select CCTV and Camera, PTZ and choose the AutoDome model to download the service pack to the PC media storage device of your choice.

  • Page 21: Selecting And Uploading Firmware Files

    Selecting and Uploading Firmware Files To upload the service pack firmware, use the following procedure: Download the service pack from the Bosch Security Systems Web site. See Section 2.4 About VG4 AutoDome Firmware Updates, on page 16 Click the Upload Firmware button on the right side of the CTFID Main Screen.

  • Page 22: Updating The Sc Boot File

    Updating the SC Boot file Double-click on the Boot subdirectory to check if the service pack contains an update for the SC Boot file. Figure 2.9 Service Pack File Selections F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 23 CAUTION! Updating the firmware erases all device settings. To save these settings, click on the Configuration download button to save the current device settings and then upload this file after the completion of the firmware update. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 24 AutoDome Modular Camera System Figure 2.11 Firmware Update Warning The AutoDome disconnects from the CTFID; then restarts into the BootLoader mode and reconnects to the CTFID. Figure 2.12 BootLoader Mode F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 25: Updating The Sc Main Files

    Service Pack directory. The CTFID automatically selects the required files to update the AutoDome to the latest versions. The Select Firmware Upload window displays the firmware subcomponents that the CTFID installs. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 26 The AutoDome disconnects and proceeds through its homing process, and then restarts. During this time DO NOT CLICK ANYTHING! The AutoDome reconnects automatically to the CTFID. F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 27 Configuration dialog box. Disregard this dialog box; the CTFID removes the dialog box once the AutoDome reconnects to the CTFID. Confirm that the CTFID Main Screen displays the new firmware version for the AutoDome. Figure 2.17 Confirm firmware version Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...

  • Page 28: Additional Language Option

    Check the Language Table box in the Select Firmware Upload dialogue window. Note: You must check the Language Table box in the sub-components list to select the additional language file for upload. F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 29: Changing The Vg4 Autodome Osd Language

    From the AutoDome OSD menu: Enter ON-46-ENTER from a control keyboard to open the Main window. From the Main window select Language menu. Select the appropriate Language from the menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10...
  • Page 30 | VG4 Firmware Updates via the CTFID AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 31: Troubleshooting

    – DirectX version The version of DirectX must be 9.0c or higher. Install the latest version, which is available on the VG4 CD, in the Tools directory, or at the Bosch Security Systems Web site (www.boschsecurity.us). Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 32: Ip Firmware Update Error

    Figure 3.1 IP Firmware Upgrade URL Click Browse and navigate to the IP directory. Select the IP firmware file and click OK. Then click Upload to attempt the IP firmware upload again. If the upgrade fails again, contact Bosch technical support for assistance.

  • Page 33: Bilinx

    Ensure the AutoDome AutoBaud is turned on. 3.3.4 Firmware Upgrade via CTFID Fails Try to repeat the upgrade a second time. If the upgrade continues to fail, contact Bosch tech- nical support. Auto Tracker Does not Activate with ON 78 ENTER If the Auto Tracker does not activate when you enter the ON 78 ENTER command, check the version of the VCA firmware.
  • Page 34 Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network, page 1 for detailed steps to install the firmware updates). Once the VCA_boot.g4i and the VCA_App.g4i files are successfully installed, the AutoDome will restart and the Auto Tracker will operate correctly. F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 36 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 850 Greenfield Road Lancaster PA, 17522 Telephone +1 800 289 0096 +1 585 223 9180 www.boschsecurity.us © Bosch Security Systems, Inc., 2008; F01U096914 | 1.05 | 2008.10; Data subject to change without notice.

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