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MIC Series 550 Infrared Camera

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u Choice of 36x or 28x day/night cameras with 550

TVL, 12x digital zoom, Wide Dynamic Range (WDR),
advanced privacy masking, image stabilization, and
Sodium Vapor White Balance mode that restores
objects to their original color

The MIC Series 550 Infrared camera combines cutting­edge technology with the latest production techniques
to provide a class-leading feature set in an economical
package. The MIC Series 550 range takes high quality
surveillance to new levels of excellence.
As a best-fit camera for virtually any security
application, it can be installed in the harshest of
environments. Thanks to its IP68-rated aluminum
casing, the MIC Series 550 Infrared camera functions
perfectly in the most demanding conditions. This
tough and vandal-resistant casing provides protection
from the elements and physical attack. An integrated,
long life silicone wiper, and a reversible rain shield
ensure high quality images regardless of the installed
environment.
The brushless-motor technology offers ultra-reliable
operation with full 360º continuous rotation pan and
186º tilt control for exceptional viewing capability.
Small increment pan speeds from just 0.2º per second
to 120º per second gives the user precise control. This
speed control is especially important when used with
video analytic systems, particularly for tracking
subjects when fully zoomed in.

u Video and control over IP when powered by MIC IP

IR Power Supply (sold separately)

u Twin integrated IR illuminators with 3D Diffuser

technology provide even illumination and allow
classification of objects up to 100 m (328 ft).

u Robust design rated to an industry-leading IP68

u Complete series of mounting accessories; various

mounting options, including on-site canting

The MIC Series 550 Infrared camera incorporates
Bosch’s standard controller interface supporting
familiar AutoDome on-screen menus. This
enhancement makes it simple to integrate and use the
camera within systems that already use Bosch
AutoDome cameras and systems.
When powered by a MIC IP IR Power Supply, the MIC
IR camera becomes an IP-enabled device with extra
features such as Intelligent Video Analysis (IVA), and
the ability to record video on a network-attached RAID
iSCSI storage device or locally on a user-supplied SD
or SDHC card (32 GB maximum). The optional
“hybrid” operation provides video and control of the
MIC camera over both analog (Bilinx over coax) and IP
connections simultaneously. For more information, see
the MIC Series IP Power Supply datasheet on the
online Product Catalog at boschsecurity.com.

System overview

Twin integrated IR illuminators

Two 850 nm, long-life, LED Infrared (IR) illuminators
attached directly to the camera head illuminate the
camera view and allows clear classification of humans

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up to 100 m (328 ft) in total darkness, ensuring high
quality images regardless of the lighting conditions.
Detection of moving objects at up to 150 m (492 ft) is
possible.

Robust design rated to an industry-leading IP68

Subjected and certified to rigorous dust and
immersion tests (IP68), MIC Series cameras are
perfectly suited for installation in even the most
unforgiving environments. Reliable ‘O’ ring seals
completely protect the internal components from the
external environment, meaning that there is no need to
pressurize the camera. To guarantee the seal, the
factory subjects each MIC camera to a 100% leak test
before shipping. In addition, the cameras’ aluminum
construction is protected from corrosion by two
different processes: first, the cameras receive a
coating of Alodine 5200, a chromate-free conversion
coating of aluminum that is used in the aerospace and
defense industries where a protective layer is required
to improve corrosion resistance. Second, they receive
a robust, powder coat layer of paint.

Various mounting options, including on-site canting

The MIC Series 550 Infrared camera features twist­lock on-site canting functionality. This allows the
camera to be installed upright, inverted, or canted (at
a 45º angle) to achieve the perfect field of view. No
matter the installation position, the camera will
operate faultlessly.

Integrated wiper

Regardless of the weather, the MIC Series 550 Infrared
camera is able to capture the highest possible quality
image all year long, thanks to its integrated, long-life
silicone wiper.

Multi-protocol operation

Compatible with a multitude of protocols, including
Bosch “Biphase (OSRD)” and “Bilinx,” Pelco “P” and
“D,” and Forward Vision protocols, the MIC Series 550
Infrared camera integrates seamlessly with existing
security systems.

Applications:

• General CCTV

• Town centers

• ANPR systems

• Vandalism prone areas

• Extreme environments

• Rapid deployment

• High security

• Prestigious developments

• Broadcast

• Architectural

Functions

High-performance PTZ day/night cameras

Image control and quality are integral aspects of any
PTZ camera, and the MIC Series 550 Infrared camera
delivers. The camera is available with a choice of 28X
and the industry-leading 36X optical zoom lens, and

offers a full 12X digital zoom. Both camera options
provide 550 TVL of horizontal resolution for
outstanding clarity and image detail. The cameras also
incorporate technology that dramatically improves the
dynamic range by 128 times. Also known as Wide
Dynamic Range (WDR), it results in clear image
reproduction in extreme high-contrast environments.
The AutoScaling (proportional zoom) and AutoPivot
(automatically rotates and flips the camera) features
ensure optimal control.
Day/night capabilities and outstanding sensitivity make
the MIC Series 550 Infrared cameras exceptional
performers in all lighting conditions. In low light, these
cameras automatically switch from color to
monochrome by removing the IR filter to boost the
infrared illumination sensitivity, while maintaining
superior image quality. For operation in the darkest
conditions, the SensUp control feature automatically
reduces the shutter speed to as little as one second.
This increases sensitivity by more than 50 times.
In addition to low light applications, the camera is also
an exceptional performer when shooting under a
sodium vapor lamp (for example, a street lamp or
tunnel lamp). Images under these conditions may have
a yellowish tint, which may make identification
difficult. In the Extended ATW White Balance mode,
the MIC Series 550 Infrared camera automatically
compensates for the light from a sodium vapor lamp to
restore objects to their original color.
With super-quick, 120°/66° per-second pan/tilt
speeds, the MIC Series 550 Infrared camera
outperforms other domes in its class. The camera
supports 99 pre-positions and two styles of Guard
Tours: Preset and Record/Playback. The preset tour
has capability for up to 99 pre-positions with a
configurable dwell time between pre-positions, and
can be customized as to the order and frequency each
preset is visited. The camera also provides support for
two recorded tours, which have a combined duration
of 15 minutes of movements. These are recorded
macros of an operator’s movements, including pan,
tilt, and zoom activities, and can be played back in a
continuous manner.

Superior privacy masking

The MIC Series 550 Infrared camera allows for a total
of 24 individual privacy masks, with up to eight
displayed in the same scene. Unlike conventional
privacy masks, these can each be programmed with
three, four, or even five corners to cover more
complex shapes. Each mask changes size and shape
smoothly and quickly – ensuring that the covered
object cannot be seen. You also have a choice of
colors: black, white, and blurred. Blurred comes in
handy when privacy is an issue, but determining the
presence of motion is still required.

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Image Stabilization

As PTZ cameras continue to increase their optical
zoom capabilities, image stabilization becomes critical
to eliminate movement caused by unstable camera
mounts. A mere quarter-inch of movement of the
camera mount can shift the field of view by more than
6 m (20 feet) when the camera is zoomed to a high
value. This can render images unusable. Image
stabilization algorithms included with the MIC Series
550 Infrared camera reduces camera shake in both the
vertical and horizontal axis, resulting in exceptional
image clarity (pixel displacement up to +/- 10% for
frequencies up to 10 Hz). Bosch’s unique image
stabilization solution does not reduce camera
sensitivity, unlike competitive systems.

Ease of installation and servicing

Bosch’s innovative software, the Configuration Tool for
Imaging Devices (CTFID), allows technicians or
operators to control the PTZ, change camera settings,
and even update firmware from remote locations
without need for additional wiring.
The MIC Series 550 Infrared camera has advanced
built-in diagnostics to simplify service and minimize
downtime. Using the On Screen Display (OSD), a
technician can quickly and easily check critical
parameters (such as internal temperature) to verify
that the dome is functioning within acceptable
operating limits.

Installation/configuration notes

Front detail, 90° (upright)

Certifications and approvals

Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC)

Safety Complies with CE regulations, UL, EN, and IEC

Ingress Protection
Rating

Region Certification

Europe CE (Declaration of Conformity) MIC550/

USA UL MIC550/MIC550IR

Complies with FCC Part 15, ICES-003, and
CE regulations including EN50130-4,
EN61000-3-2:2006, EN61000-3-3:1995,
and EN55022:2006 inc AL:2007

Standards 60950-1 & 22

IP68 (1m submersion for 24 hrs)

MIC550IR

Side detail, 90° (upright)