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Bosch AutoDome VG4-100 Series User Manual

Bosch AutoDome VG4-100 Series User Manual

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  • Page 1 AutoDome Modular Camera System VG4-100 Series User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 AutoDome, Bilinx, Bosch, the Bosch logo, DiBos, FastAddress and VIDOS are registered trademarks of Bosch Security Systems, inc. The following trademarks are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office: Pentium is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation .NET, DirectX, Internet Explorer, Microsoft, Windows, Windows 2000 and Windows XP are registered trademarks of Microsoft Cor-...

  • Page 3: Document Conventions

    AutoDome Modular Camera System | en Preface This guide describes how to configure and control the VG4-100 Series AutoDome camera. Audience This guide is intended for operators who are familiar with CCTV concepts and configuration. Document Conventions Convention Meaning Bold Denotes a part, item, or assembly.

  • Page 4: Customer Support And Service

    For additional information, see www.boschsecurity.com Related Publications Refer to the latest Bosch Security Systems Databook for the most up-to-date datasheets. To obtain a copy of the Databook, please contact your local Bosch representative. You can also visit the Bosch Security Systems World Wide Web site at: http://www.boschsecurity.com to view a current listings of our publications.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting Focal Length (Zoom) and Focus Advanced Setup Accessing and Navigating Menus Main Menu Functions Install Menu Functions Configuring the VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome Overview of Functions System Requirements Connecting the IP AutoDome to the PC Configuring the IP Camera 6.4.1...
  • Page 6 | Table of Contents AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Camera Setup To assist setup, the VG4-100 Series camera module can be connected to a monitor through the miniature 2.5 mm monitor jack located on the camera circuit board. The monitor jack pro- vides a composite video signal with synchronization.

  • Page 8: Positioning The Camera

    Camera Module Lock Tab Lock Tab Horizontal (pan) Horizontal (pan) Thumbscrew Thumbscrew Tilt Wheel Tilt Wheel Thumbscrew Thumbscrew Diagonal Adj. Diagonal Adj. Fig. 3.1 Camera Position Adjustments F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 9: Adjusting Focal Length (Zoom) And Focus

    Fig. 4.1 Focus and Zoom Adjustment Advanced Setup The VG4-100 Series camera module normally provides an optimal picture without the need for further adjustments. Advanced setup options, however, are available for obtaining the best results from the camera under special circumstances. There are two upper level On-Screen Display (OSD) menus: the Main menu and the Install menu.

  • Page 10: Accessing And Navigating Menus

    The VG4-100 Series also supports a variety of remote methods to make camera adjustments, including the following: – A Universal keyboard using Bilinx over coax or UTP. For example, using a Bosch DiBos 8, a Bilinx capable DIVAR, or an Allegiant system. –...

  • Page 11: Main Menu Functions

    EXIT BLC LEVEL BLC AREA AREA EXIT Available in Day/Night version cameras only, other versions show NightSense. Only available when White Balance is set to Manual mode. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...
  • Page 12 Selects the maximum value the gain can have during AGC operation. FIXGAIN (0 to 26) Selects the gain setting. (Only available if GAIN is set to FIXED mode.) F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 13 OFF: The color burst in the video signal is switched OFF in Monochrome mode. EXIT Returns to the SHUTGAIN menu. NOTICE! Depending on the camera’s DAY/NIGHT setting, unrelated menu items are not active. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...
  • Page 14 (-30 to +30) – In Manual mode: Adjusts the blue gain. (-15 to +5) Adjusts the color saturation. (-15 produces a monochrome picture.) EXIT Returns to the MAIN menu. F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 15 Press the Menu Select key again to save the area and to exit the AREA menu. EXIT Returns to the MAIN menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...

  • Page 16: Install Menu Functions

    NOTICE! When using Bilinx control, the COMM ON/OFF menu selection is not active. This function can be accessed only through the camera menu keys when the CTFID software is not actively running. F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 17 Use the left or right keys to select: NO: To not change settings. YES: To restore all defaults. You receive a confir- mation message. Exit Returns to the INSTALL menu. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...

  • Page 18: Configuring The Vg4-100 Series Ip Autodome

    AutoDome Modular Camera System Configuring the VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome The VG4-100 Series AutoDome can be ordered with an optional IP module that allows the AutoDome to transmit images over a TCP/IP network. It also allows users to configure the camera display settings, camera operating settings, and to configure the network parameters.

  • Page 19: System Requirements

    XD) as a receiver and a connected video monitor. (See www.boschsecurity.com for more information about Bosch software and hardware for IP cameras). If you choose to use a computer running Microsoft Internet Explorer or any of the Bosch soft- ware, the computer must conform to the following minimum requirements: –...

  • Page 20: Configuring The Ip Camera

    6.4.1 Installing the Required Software To view live video, you must install Bosch MPEG ActiveX, DirectX, and Java Virtual Machine. To install the software do the following: Insert the IP AutoDome software CD into the CD-ROM drive of the computer.

  • Page 21: Changing Network Settings

    Using the AutoDome IP Web Server The VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome incorporates a network video server in the IP module. To configure the camera using the AutoDome IP web server: NOTICE! Depending on the PC network security settings, the user may have to add the new IP address to the browser’s “trusted sites”...
  • Page 22 | Configuring the VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome AutoDome Modular Camera System Fig. 6.2 Network Settings Page Configure the settings on this page based on the addresses provided by your local net- work administrator. NOTICE! Click on the Help on this page? link if you need more information.

  • Page 23: Viewing Live Images

    AutoDome Modular Camera System Configuring the VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome | en Viewing Live Images Once the the network cables are properly connected and the IP AutoDome has a valid IP address, you can view live images over the TCP/IP network using Microsoft Internet Explorer.

  • Page 24: Trouble Shooting Guide

    If O.K., then: Check that there is 24 V output from the transformer. If O.K., then: Confirm that the power supply meets the Bosch AutoDome power ratings. See the AutoDome Datasheet for specifications. If O.K., then: Check the connector on top of the AutoDome housing for bent pins.
  • Page 25 Inside of EnviroDome If using a Bosch power supply box: bubble is foggy. Check the FX103 fuse in the Bosch Power Supply Box for power (24 V) to the heater module. If O.K., then: Check all wiring and connector pins to the heater module.
  • Page 26 | Trouble Shooting Guide AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 27: Glossary Of Cctv Terms

    Advanced Diagnostics Bosch’s combination of built-in On Screen Displays (OSD) and status LEDs that are used to check critical camera parameters such as internal temperature, input voltage levels, and network connectivity.
  • Page 28 A communications format that allows remote control, configuration and updates to be performed over the video cable (Coax or Passive UTP). Biphase Pan/Tilt/Zoom protocol for Bosch products. Cable Category Application and bandwidth rating system for UTP cabling. Categories 1 through 6 are based on EIA/TIA-568-B standards.
  • Page 29 A measure of the relative color of illumination. Most generally used to specify the automatic correction range of a color camera. CTFID (Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices) Bosch software used to configure and update cameras and other remote devices over video cable using Bilinx, and to save them for later use. Day/Night (IR sensitive)
  • Page 30 (including pan, tilt, zoom, etc.). Hybrid Streaming The ability to simultaneously stream IP video across a local or wide area network, and CVBS video via coaxial or fiber optic cabling. F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 31 The International (SI) unit of measurement of the intensity of light. It is equal to the illumination of a surface one meter away from a single candle. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...
  • Page 32 Since each dome camera manufacturer’s PTZ protocols are unique, multi-protocol support is needed to support third party dome systems. AutoDome cameras support the Pelco “D” and “P” protocols and well as Bosch’s own biphase protocol (See Biphase).
  • Page 33 Specification standards in reference to the operating environment for a variety of electrical devices. NightSense A method of boosting the sensitivity of high-resolution Bosch color cameras by 9db (a factor of 3) by combining the signal of the color image in a single monochrome picture. NPT (National Pipe Thread) A U.S.
  • Page 34 255.255.0.0 subnet mask. Class C addresses (8 bits for the subnet and 24 bits for the host address) use a subnet mask of 255.255.255.0. F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 35 Virtual Masking A unique Bosch technology that allows for the creation of “invisible” motion masking areas. These invisible masks are similar to privacy zones, but only the AutoDome’s AutoTrack II and Video Motion Detection algorithms can see them. This allows the AutoDome to ignore areas of unwanted motion.
  • Page 36 | Glossary of CCTV Terms AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

  • Page 37: Index

    5 camera dual streaming 14 ID 12 dxsetup.exe 16 string 13 dynamic noise reduction option 10 submenu 13 positioning 4 setup 3 advanced 5 covert liner 3 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...
  • Page 38 9 JPEG 14 OFF-42-ENTER 21 lens 5 operating system mechanism 5 Windows 2000 15 line lock 13 Windows XP 15 live images 19 OSD 6 Livepage 17 F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 39 4 tilted ceiling 4 trim ring keyway 3 UDP 14 unit IP address 16 universal keyboard 6 USB 6 UTP cable 6 vertical adjustment 4 Bosch Security Systems, Inc. VG4-100 Series User’s Manual F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08...
  • Page 40 | Index AutoDome Modular Camera System F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.08 VG4-100 Series User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
  • Page 42 +31 40 2577 200 Singapore 577180 Phone +1 800 289 0096 Fax: +31 40 2577 202 Phone +65 6319 3450 +1 585 223 9180 nl.securitysystems@bosch.com +65 63139 3499 www.boschsecurity.us www.boschsecurity.nl www.boschsecurity.com © Bosch Security Systems, Inc., 2006; F01U028033 | 1.0 | 2006.10...

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