Bosch VG4-100 Series User manual
AutoDome Modular Camera System
VG4-100 Series
en User’s Manual
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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
Symbols
You may encounter these symbols within the document. Explanatory text accompanies each symbol, which provides
additional information detailing the operation or highlighting safety information.
Convention Meaning
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NOTICE! Notices inform you of essential but non-critical information. Read these
messages carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can help you
avoid making mistakes.
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CAUTION! Cautionary messages provide critical information that help you reduce the chance
of losing data or damaging the system. Please heed these messages.
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WARNING! Warnings highlight information, that if overlooked may cause damage to the
system or result in personal injury. Take warnings seriously.
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Customer Support and Service
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Phone: 800-366-2283 or 585-340-4162
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Related Publications
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Table of Contents
1GettingStarted 3
2CameraSetup 3
3 Positioning the Camera 4
4 Adjusting Focal Length (Zoom) and Focus 5
5 Advanced Setup 5
5.1 Accessing and Navigating Menus 6
5.2 Main Menu Functions 7
5.3 Install Menu Functions 12
6 Configuring the VG4-100 Series IP AutoDome 14
6.1 Overview of Functions 14
6.2 System Requirements 15
6.3 Connecting the IP AutoDome to the PC 15
6.4 Configuring the IP Camera 16
6.4.1 Installing the Required Software 16
6.4.2 Changing Network Settings 17
6.5 Viewing Live Images 19
6.5.1 Establishing a Connection 19
6.5.2 Configuring Data Streams 19
7 Trouble Shooting Guide 20
8 Glossary of CCTV Terms 23
Index 33
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1 Getting Started
Install and wire the 100 Series AutoDome according to the AutoDome Modular Camera System
Installation Manual. A typical system includes a keyboard, matrix switcher, monitor, and appro-
priate wiring connections. Please refer to the individual product manuals for complete instal-
lation and setup instructions for each of the system components.
2CameraSetup
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. An optional cable (part number S1460,
SAP No. F01U500418) is available for making this connection.
To access the monitor jack, remove the bubble and covert liner:
1. Insert a small screw driver through the keyway in the Pendant trim-ring, rotate the dome
bubble counterclockwise and remove the dome bubble. For In-Ceiling AutoDomes, you
must loosen the small screw in the trim ring before rotating the bubble.
2. Press and hold the two retention buttons on each side of the camera module and then
pull off the covert liner. See Figure 2.1 below.
Removing the covert liner provides access to the menu keys, and the pan and tilt thumbscrew
adjustment locks. See Figure 3.1 on page 4.
Fig. 2.1 100 Series Camera Module
Covert Liner
Retention
Buttons (2)
Menu Keyboard
Monitor Jac
k
FRONT VIEW
BACK VIEW
Retention
Button (2)
Back View
Menu Keyboard
Monitor Jack
Front View
Covert Liner
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3 Positioning the Camera
The camera module position can be adjusted along the horizontal, vertical, and diagonal (for
azimuth) axes. When adjusting the position, ensure that the picture displayed on the monitor
is level. After the covert liner is removed, position the camera by performing the following
steps:
1. For horizontal (pan) adjustment, loosen the thumbscrew at the platform base and rotate
the camera (left or right) to the desired position. The camera can be rotated up to 360º
between stops. If it hits the stop before achieving the desired position, rotate it in the
opposite direction. Retighten the thumbscrew to secure the camera.
2. For vertical adjustment (tilt), loosen the thumbscrew at the tilt wheel and position the
camera (up or down) to the desired position. The camera can be tilted up to 110º
between stops. Retighten the thumbscrew to secure the camera.
3. To compensate for angled ceilings or sidewall mounts, push the camera inward toward
its base and rotate it until the image on the monitor is horizontal. The camera can be
rotated up to 300º between stops.
Fig. 3.1 Camera Position Adjustments
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WARNING! To prevent damage to the camera module do not rotate the camera past its stops.
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CAUTION! The CCD image sensors are highly sensitive and require special care for proper
performance and extended lifetime. Do not expose it to direct sunlight or bright spotlights in
operating and non-operation conditions. Avoid bright lights in the field of view of the camera.
(2)
Tilt Wheel
Thumbscrew
(1)
Horizontal (pan)
Thumbscrew
Camera Module
Lock Tab
(3)
Diagonal Adj.
Camera Module
Lock Tab (1)
Horizontal (pan)
Thumbscrew
(2)
Tilt Wheel
Thumbscrew
(3)
Diagonal Adj.
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4 Adjusting Focal Length (Zoom) and Focus
To adjust the camera lens focal length and focus, perform the following steps:
1. Select Set Focus Now from the Install menu.
2. To adjust the focal length, loosen the focal (zoom) lock screw and rotate the lens mecha-
nism (WIDE or TELE.) until you achieve the desired field of view. See Figure 4.1below.
3. To focus the image on the monitor, loosen the focus lock screw and turn the lens mecha-
nism (NEAR or FAR) until the image is in focus.
4. Repeat both these adjustments until the desired view is in focus.
5. Tighten both adjustment screws.
6. Exit the Install menu.
7. Remove the monitor jack and replace the covert liner and dome bubble when finished.
Fig. 4.1 Focus and Zoom Adjustment
5 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.
The Main menu allows you to select and setup the picture enhancement functions. The Install
menu allows you to set the camera ID, focus and synchronization settings. The Main and
Install menus have settings that you can select directly or open to submenus for a more
detailed setup.
Focus & Zoom
Lock Screws
Focus and Zoom
Lock Screws
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NOTICE! Active menu selections can vary depending or the combination of camera, CPU and
COMM (communication) modules used. The menu selections described in this manual are
typical for a VG4-100 Series system.
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5.1 Accessing and Navigating Menus
There are five (5) keys used for navigating through the various menus. To access the setup
menus, press the center Select key to open and display the Main menu. Use the four direc-
tional keys to navigate through the menus.
Fig. 5.1 Menu Keyboard and Monitor Jack
Use the menu keys to perform the following:
– To access the Main menu or to select a sub-menu item, press the center Menu Select
key.
–ToopentheInstall menu press the Menu Select key for approximately 1.5 seconds.
– To scroll up or down a menu press the Up or Down keys.
– To move through options or to set parameters, press the Left or Right keys.
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.
– A PC running the optional Bosch Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices (CTFID) software
with a USB Bilinx adapter (Part No. VP-CFGSFT).
– A PC connected to a TCP/IP network with an optional AutoDome IP module installed.
Menu Keyboard
UP
DOWN
RIGHT
LEFT
SELECT
Monitor Jack
Menu Keyboard
Monitor Jack
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NOTICE! To restore a selected menu item to its factory default, quickly press the Menu
Select key twice.
To exit the OSD menus from any menu item, hold down the Menu Select key until the OSD
disappears.
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NOTICE! To prevent unauthorized changes to the camera settings, the camera menu buttons
can be disabled using Bilinx communication through the CTFID software. Select the OnLine
Config button, then select the Miscellaneous branch and set Camera Buttons to Disable.
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