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... safety instructions Connection in outdoor applications Safety precautions FCC information UL certification Bosch notice 2 Introduction 2.1 Features 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 Installation Unpacking Disassembly Mounting the unit Mounting tips Flush mounting Surface mounting 4 4.1 4.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 Connection and set-up Power and video connections Setting up the camera Camera positioning Menu navigation Focal length and focus Heater Closing the unit 5 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 Configuration Menu access Main menu Install menu Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
... safety instructions Connection in outdoor applications Safety precautions FCC information UL certification Bosch notice 2 Introduction 2.1 Features 3 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 Installation Unpacking Disassembly Mounting the unit Mounting tips Flush mounting Surface mounting 4 4.1 4.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 Connection and set-up Power and video connections Setting up the camera Camera positioning Menu navigation Focal length and focus Heater Closing the unit 5 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 Configuration Menu access Main menu Install menu Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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... 5.6.4 5.6.5 5.6.6 Pre-defined modes Day/Night switching Camera control communication (Bilinx) Main menu structure Mode submenu ALC submenu Shutter/AGC submenu Day/Night submenu Enhance / Dynamic Engine submenu Color submenu VMD submenu Install menu structure Language submenu Connections submenu Test signal submenu Camera ID submenu Privacy masking submenu Defaults submenu 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Resolving problems 6.2 Customer service 7 7.1 7.1.1 Maintenance Repairs Transfer and disposal 8 8.1 8.1.1 8.1.2 Technical Data Specifications Dimensions Accessories Glossary FlexiDome2X 30...
... 5.6.4 5.6.5 5.6.6 Pre-defined modes Day/Night switching Camera control communication (Bilinx) Main menu structure Mode submenu ALC submenu Shutter/AGC submenu Day/Night submenu Enhance / Dynamic Engine submenu Color submenu VMD submenu Install menu structure Language submenu Connections submenu Test signal submenu Camera ID submenu Privacy masking submenu Defaults submenu 6 Troubleshooting 6.1 Resolving problems 6.2 Customer service 7 7.1 7.1.1 Maintenance Repairs Transfer and disposal 8 8.1 8.1.1 8.1.2 Technical Data Specifications Dimensions Accessories Glossary FlexiDome2X 30...
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... at 24 VAC. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 The unit is intended to ground electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. User supplied wiring, from touching power lines or circuits, as this power source must be located in the vicinity of the VDA-455SMB accessory or use a field wiring box with electrical codes (Class 2 power levels). refer to...
... at 24 VAC. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 The unit is intended to ground electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. User supplied wiring, from touching power lines or circuits, as this power source must be located in the vicinity of the VDA-455SMB accessory or use a field wiring box with electrical codes (Class 2 power levels). refer to...
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... Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. The user may cause harmful interference to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08...
... Radio-TV Interference Problems. This booklet is available from that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. The user may cause harmful interference to which can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a residential installation. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08...
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... qualified service personnel in the original packaging and notify the shipping agent or supplier. Installation Instructions - The packaging contains: - Integrated FlexiDome camera unit - FlexiDome2X 3 Installation Installation | en 15 3.1 ! CAUTION! ! Installation should only be handled carefully. Unpacking Unpack carefully and handle the equipment with mounting hardware (three SX8 4.5-6 mm mounting plugs and three matching mounting screws), and special screwdriver bit for surface mount box - Quick install instructions...
... qualified service personnel in the original packaging and notify the shipping agent or supplier. Installation Instructions - The packaging contains: - Integrated FlexiDome camera unit - FlexiDome2X 3 Installation Installation | en 15 3.1 ! CAUTION! ! Installation should only be handled carefully. Unpacking Unpack carefully and handle the equipment with mounting hardware (three SX8 4.5-6 mm mounting plugs and three matching mounting screws), and special screwdriver bit for surface mount box - Quick install instructions...
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... base slightly to gain access to help avoid potential camera video rolling. Connect the stripped power wires (red +, brown -) to the BNC connector. Partially insert two screws into the pre-drilled holes (or adapter plate). 3. Note For a DC supply the polarity is as an optional accessory to allow a UTP video cable to be connected to the power supply connector. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 WARNING! Using...
... base slightly to gain access to help avoid potential camera video rolling. Connect the stripped power wires (red +, brown -) to the BNC connector. Partially insert two screws into the pre-drilled holes (or adapter plate). 3. Note For a DC supply the polarity is as an optional accessory to allow a UTP video cable to be connected to the power supply connector. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 WARNING! Using...
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... view of the image corresponds to direct sunlight or bright spotlights in the base. Set the camera to align the picture shown on the monitor is that the picture display on the monitor. For vertical adjustment along three axes. Do not expose them to the indication TOP. AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Pan-axis rotation B. CAUTION! When adjusting the camera position...
... view of the image corresponds to direct sunlight or bright spotlights in the base. Set the camera to align the picture shown on the monitor is that the picture display on the monitor. For vertical adjustment along three axes. Do not expose them to the indication TOP. AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Pan-axis rotation B. CAUTION! When adjusting the camera position...
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... mode for adjusting focus. 3. Do not change this selection as when the dome is in the Install menu. 26 en | Connection and set-up FlexiDome2X 4.2.3 Focal length and focus Before adjusting the focal length or focus, place the lens adjustment cap on the lens to ensure that the image sharpness is the same as the camera is now in focus. 5. Connect a monitor or other display device to either the camera's BNC connector or...
... mode for adjusting focus. 3. Do not change this selection as when the dome is in the Install menu. 26 en | Connection and set-up FlexiDome2X 4.2.3 Focal length and focus Before adjusting the focal length or focus, place the lens adjustment cap on the lens to ensure that the image sharpness is the same as the camera is now in focus. 5. Connect a monitor or other display device to either the camera's BNC connector or...
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... and navigating through the various menus. Advanced set -up the picture enhancement functions. Install menu The camera also has an Install menu in a menu system for further adjustments. The Main menu appears on the camera for navigation. If you to make configuration easier. Use the up options are easily compared. 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 Menu access Use the five navigation buttons on the monitor. There are two upper level menus: a Main...
... and navigating through the various menus. Advanced set -up the picture enhancement functions. Install menu The camera also has an Install menu in a menu system for further adjustments. The Main menu appears on the camera for navigation. If you to make configuration easier. Use the up options are easily compared. 5.1 5.1.1 5.1.2 Menu access Use the five navigation buttons on the monitor. There are two upper level menus: a Main...
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....0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Analog systems Use this mode if the camera is directly connected to a CRT monitor. Traffic Capture high-speed objects using default shutter in high contrast and extremely bright-dark conditions. 5. matrix switcher with settings to make usable pictures in low-light conditions. 4. Useful mode for out-ofthe-box installation. 2. The modes are defined as AGC and SensUp to make configuration easier. Smart...
....0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Analog systems Use this mode if the camera is directly connected to a CRT monitor. Traffic Capture high-speed objects using default shutter in high contrast and extremely bright-dark conditions. 5. matrix switcher with settings to make usable pictures in low-light conditions. 4. Useful mode for out-ofthe-box installation. 2. The modes are defined as AGC and SensUp to make configuration easier. Smart...
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... color mode. FlexiDome2X Configuration | en 31 5.3 Day/Night switching The camera is equipped with the camera buttons. In Auto switching mode the camera prioritizes motion (the camera gives sharp images without motion blur as long as the light level permits) or color (the camera gives color pictures as long as part of controlling the IR filter: - via an alarm input, - automatically, based on the camera. This function can be changed from any point along the coaxial cable...
... color mode. FlexiDome2X Configuration | en 31 5.3 Day/Night switching The camera is equipped with the camera buttons. In Auto switching mode the camera prioritizes motion (the camera gives sharp images without motion blur as long as the light level permits) or color (the camera gives color pictures as long as part of controlling the IR filter: - via an alarm input, - automatically, based on the camera. This function can be changed from any point along the coaxial cable...
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... | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Default mode Submenu Restores camera to 6 Selects operating mode. 32 en | Configuration 5.5 Main menu structure FlexiDome2X Item Mode ALC Shutter/AGC Day/Night Enhance / Dynamic Engine Color VMD Selection Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Description Sets up operating modes 1 to 6 Video level control Shutter and automatic gain control Day/Night for color/mono operation Picture enhancement and performance White balance and color rendition Video motion detection 5.5.1 Item Mode submenu Selection Description...
... | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems Default mode Submenu Restores camera to 6 Selects operating mode. 32 en | Configuration 5.5 Main menu structure FlexiDome2X Item Mode ALC Shutter/AGC Day/Night Enhance / Dynamic Engine Color VMD Selection Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Submenu Description Sets up operating modes 1 to 6 Video level control Shutter and automatic gain control Day/Night for color/mono operation Picture enhancement and performance White balance and color rendition Video motion detection 5.5.1 Item Mode submenu Selection Description...
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... (peak settings may improve scene content when Smart/BLC is more useful for connection to average light levels; Peak/average -15 to main menu. DVR/IP Encoder On, Off On - EXIT Returns to +15 Adjusts the balance between peak and average video control. a negative value is optimized for very bright conditions. The camera output is more useful for low-light conditions; FlexiDome2X Configuration | en...
... (peak settings may improve scene content when Smart/BLC is more useful for connection to average light levels; Peak/average -15 to main menu. DVR/IP Encoder On, Off On - EXIT Returns to +15 Adjusts the balance between peak and average video control. a negative value is optimized for very bright conditions. The camera output is more useful for low-light conditions; FlexiDome2X Configuration | en...
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... mode, selects shutter speed. Actual shutter Displays the actual shutter value from the camera to 30 dB Selects the maximum value the gain can have during set-up. sets Fixed AGC value. Gain control On, Fixed On - Maximum AGC or Fixed AGC 0 to help compare gain level with lighting levels and picture performance. AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security...
... mode, selects shutter speed. Actual shutter Displays the actual shutter value from the camera to 30 dB Selects the maximum value the gain can have during set-up. sets Fixed AGC value. Gain control On, Fixed On - Maximum AGC or Fixed AGC 0 to help compare gain level with lighting levels and picture performance. AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 Installation Manual Bosch Security...
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.../Night Auto, Color, Monochrome Auto - Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 the camera switches the IR cut -off depending on moving objects. the camera always produces a color signal regardless of the camera is only active when light levels are low. When active, some noise or spots may also cause motion blur on the scene illumination level. It may appear in Auto mode...
.../Night Auto, Color, Monochrome Auto - Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 the camera switches the IR cut -off depending on moving objects. the camera always produces a color signal regardless of the camera is only active when light levels are low. When active, some noise or spots may also cause motion blur on the scene illumination level. It may appear in Auto mode...
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... open the lens wizard. FlexiDome2X 5.6 Install menu structure Configuration | en 41 Item Selection Language Submenu Synchronization Submenu Connections Submenu Test signals Submenu Camera ID Submenu Privacy masking Submenu Default ALL Submenu Set backfocus now Description Select on-screen display (OSD) language Sets synchronization parameters. When finished adjusting, press the Up or Down navigation button to close the Install menu and open the Install menu again. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18...
... open the lens wizard. FlexiDome2X 5.6 Install menu structure Configuration | en 41 Item Selection Language Submenu Synchronization Submenu Connections Submenu Test signals Submenu Camera ID Submenu Privacy masking Submenu Default ALL Submenu Set backfocus now Description Select on-screen display (OSD) language Sets synchronization parameters. When finished adjusting, press the Up or Down navigation button to close the Install menu and open the Install menu again. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18...
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... camera function. Check all configuration parameters. Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. The version numbers of malfunctions and correct them when possible. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 When using DC power ensure that it can be referenced for warranty or repair. Faulty installation. FlexiDome2X 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting | en 47 6.1 Resolving problems The following table is correct. Note down all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. 6.2 Customer service...
... camera function. Check all configuration parameters. Check all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. The version numbers of malfunctions and correct them when possible. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 When using DC power ensure that it can be referenced for warranty or repair. Faulty installation. FlexiDome2X 6 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting | en 47 6.1 Resolving problems The following table is correct. Note down all cables, plugs, contacts and connections. 6.2 Customer service...
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... repair work is performed only by qualified personnel (electrical engineering or network technology specialists). Ensure that must be disposed of the camera. Defective or superfluous devices and parts should only be disposed of professionally or taken to law. If in doubt, contact your local collection point for hazardous materials. The unit does not contain any user serviceable parts. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
... repair work is performed only by qualified personnel (electrical engineering or network technology specialists). Ensure that must be disposed of the camera. Defective or superfluous devices and parts should only be disposed of professionally or taken to law. If in doubt, contact your local collection point for hazardous materials. The unit does not contain any user serviceable parts. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual...
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... VAC (±10%) or +12 VDC (±10%) All versions Imager 1/3-inch interline CCD Resolution 540 TVL SNR > 50 dB Video output 1 Vpp, 75 Ohm Synchronization Internal or Line Lock selectable Shutter AES (1/60 [1/50] to 1/10000) customer selectable AES (1/60 [1/50] to 1/15000) automatic flickerless, fixed selectable Day/Night Color, Mono, Auto Sens Up Adjustable from Off to 10x AGC...
... VAC (±10%) or +12 VDC (±10%) All versions Imager 1/3-inch interline CCD Resolution 540 TVL SNR > 50 dB Video output 1 Vpp, 75 Ohm Synchronization Internal or Line Lock selectable Shutter AES (1/60 [1/50] to 1/10000) customer selectable AES (1/60 [1/50] to 1/15000) automatic flickerless, fixed selectable Day/Night Color, Mono, Auto Sens Up Adjustable from Off to 10x AGC...
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... the noise (image artifacts) in the picture and automatically reduces it. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 D Day/Night (infrared sensitive) A camera that has normal color operation in focus. When light levels fall and other adjustments have been exhausted, the shutter speed reverts to the standard setting to compensate for an autoiris lens. Automatic Electronic Shutter) adjusts the camera shutter speed to maintain...
... the noise (image artifacts) in the picture and automatically reduces it. Bosch Security Systems Installation Manual AR18-08-B010 | v1.0 | 2009.03 D Day/Night (infrared sensitive) A camera that has normal color operation in focus. When light levels fall and other adjustments have been exhausted, the shutter speed reverts to the standard setting to compensate for an autoiris lens. Automatic Electronic Shutter) adjusts the camera shutter speed to maintain...