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1.1
Important Safety Instructions
Read, follow, and retain all of the following safety instructions. Heed all warnings on the unit
and in the operating instructions before operation.
Safety precautions
Danger!
High risk: This symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation such as “Dangerous
Voltage” inside the product.
If not avoided, this will result in an electrical shock, serious bodily injury, or death.
Warning!
Medium risk: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
If not avoided, this could result in minor or moderate bodily injury.
Caution!
Low risk: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation.
If not avoided, this could result in property damage or risk of damage to the unit.
Notice!
This symbol indicates information or a company policy that relates directly or indirectly to the
safety of personnel or protection of property.
1.2
Important safety instructions
Read, follow, and retain for future reference all of the following safety instructions. Heed all
warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions before operating the unit.
1.Cleaning - Unplug the unit from the outlet before cleaning. Follow any instructions
provided with the unit. Generally, using a dry cloth for cleaning is sufficient but a moist,
fluff-free cloth or leather shammy may also be used. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol
cleaners.
2.Water - Do not use this unit near water, for example near a bathtub, washbowl, sink,
laundry basket, in a damp or wet basement, near a swimming pool, in an outdoor
installation, or in any area classified as a wet location. To reduce the risk of fire or
electrical shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture.
3.Object and liquid entry - Never push objects of any kind into this unit through openings
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire
or electrical shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the unit. Do not place objects filled
with liquids, such as vases or cups, on the unit.
4.Power cord and plug protection - Protect the plug and power cord from foot traffic,
being pinched by items placed upon or against them at electrical outlets, and its exit from
the unit. For units intended to operate with 230 VAC, 50 Hz, the input and output power
cord must comply with the latest versions of IEC Publication 227 or IEC Publication 245.
5.Power disconnect - Units have power supplied to the unit whenever the power cord is
inserted into the power source. The power cord plug is the main power disconnect device
for switching off the voltage for all units.
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6.Power sources - Operate the unit only from the type of power source indicated on the
label. Before proceeding, be sure to disconnect the power from the cable to be installed
into the unit.
–For battery powered units, refer to the operating instructions.
–For external power supplied units, use only the recommended or approved power
supplies.
–For limited power source units, this power source must comply with EN60950.
Substitutions may damage the unit or cause fire or shock.
–For 24 VAC units, voltage applied to the unit's power input should not exceed ±10%,
or 28 VAC. User-supplied wiring must comply with local electrical codes (Class 2
power levels). Do not ground the supply at the terminals or at the unit's power
supply terminals.
–If unsure of the type of power supply to use, contact your dealer or local power
company.
7.Servicing - Do not attempt to service this unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may
expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
8.Damage requiring service - Unplug the unit from the main AC power source and refer
servicing to qualified service personnel when any damage to the equipment has occurred,
such as:
–the power supply cord or plug is damaged;
–exposure to moisture, water, and/or inclement weather (rain, snow, etc.);
–liquid has been spilled in or on the equipment;
–an object has fallen into the unit;
–unit has been dropped or the unit cabinet is damaged;
–unit exhibits a distinct change in performance;
–unit does not operate normally when the user correctly follows the operating
instructions.
9.Replacement parts - Be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by
the manufacturer, or that have the same characteristics as the original parts.
Unauthorized substitutions may cause fire, electrical shock, or other hazards.
10. Safety check - Safety checks should be performed upon completion of service or repairs
to the unit to ensure proper operating condition.
11. Installation - Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and in accordance
with applicable local codes.
12. Attachments, changes or modifications - Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer. Any change or modification of the equipment, not expressly approved
by Bosch, could void the warranty or, in the case of an authorization agreement, authority
to operate the equipment.
U.S.A. models only - Section 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No.70, provides
information regarding proper grounding of the mount and supporting structure, grounding of
the coax to a discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of discharge unit,
connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
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Disposal - Your Bosch product was developed and manufactured with high-
quality material and components that can be recycled and reused. This symbol
means that electronic and electrical appliances, which have reached the end of
their working life, must be collected and disposed of separately from
household waste material. Separate collecting systems are usually in place for
disused electronic and electrical products. Please dispose of these units at an
environmentally compatible recycling facility, per European Directive
2002/96/EC
Environmental statement - Bosch has a strong commitment towards the environment. This
unit has been designed to respect the environment as much as possible.
Power lines: An outdoor system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines,
electrical lights, or power circuits, or where it may contact such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outdoor system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching power lines
or circuits, as this contact may be fatal. U.S.A. models only - refer to the National Electrical
Code Article 820 regarding installation of CATV systems.
SELV - All the input/output ports are Safety Extra Low Voltage (SELV) circuits. SELV circuits
should only be connected to other SELV circuits.
Because the ISDN circuits are treated like telephone-network voltage, avoid connecting the
SELV circuit to the Telephone Network Voltage (TNV) circuits.
System ground/Safety ground
1.4
System (video) ground is indicated by the symbol
Safety (power) ground is indicated by the symbol .
The system ground is only used to comply with safety standards or installation practices in
certain countries. Bosch does not recommend connecting system ground to safety ground
unless it is explicitly required. However, if the system ground and safety ground are connected
and grounding loops are causing interference in the video signal, use an isolation transformer
(available separately from Bosch).
Caution!
Connecting System ground to Safety ground may result in ground loops that can disrupt the
CCTV system.
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UL certification
Disclaimer
Underwriter Laboratories Inc. (“UL”) has not tested the performance or reliability of the
security or signaling aspects of this product. UL has only tested fire, shock and/or casualty
hazards as outlined in UL's Standard(s) for Safety for Closed Circuit Television Equipment, UL
2044. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the security or signaling
aspects of this product.
UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OR CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER
REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY SECURITY OR SIGNALING RELATED
FUNCTIONS OF THIS PRODUCT.
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Underwriter Laboratories Inc. (“UL”) has not tested the performance or reliability of the
security or signaling aspects of this product. UL has only tested fire, shock and/or casualty
hazards as outlined in UL's Standard(s) for Safety for Information Technology Equipment, UL60950-1. UL Certification does not cover the performance or reliability of the security or
signaling aspects of this product.
UL MAKES NO REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES, OR CERTIFICATIONS WHATSOEVER
REGARDING THE PERFORMANCE OR RELIABILITY OF ANY SECURITY OR SIGNALING-RELATED
FUNCTIONS OF THIS PRODUCT.
1.5
Bosch notices
Video loss
Video loss is inherent to digital video recording; therefore, Bosch Security Systems cannot be
held liable for any damage that results from missing video information. To minimize the risk of
lost digital information, Bosch Security Systems recommends multiple, redundant recording
systems, and a procedure to back up all analog and digital information.
Copyright
This manual is the intellectual property of Bosch Security Systems and is protected by
copyright. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
All hardware and software product names used in this document are likely to be registered
trademarks and must be treated accordingly.
Note:
This manual has been compiled with great care and the information it contains has been
thoroughly verified. The text was complete and correct at the time of printing. The ongoing
development of the products may mean that the content of the user guide can change without
notice. Bosch Security Systems accepts no liability for damage resulting directly or indirectly
from faults, incompleteness or discrepancies between the user guide and the product
described.
More information
For more information please contact the nearest Bosch Security Systems location or visit
www.boschsecurity.com
Surveillance cabinet without transformer (24 VAC)NDA-U-PA0
Surveillance cabinet with 120 VAC transformerNDA-U-PA1
Surveillance cabinet with 230 VAC transformerNDA-U-PA2
2.2
Unpacking
–This equipment should be unpacked and handled with care. Check the exterior of the
packaging for visible damage. If an item appears to have been damaged in shipment,
notify the shipper immediately.
–Verify that all the parts listed in the Parts List below are included. If any items are
missing, notify your Bosch Security Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative.
–Do not use this product if any component appears to be damaged. Please contact Bosch
Security Systems in the event of damaged goods.
–The original packing carton is the safest container in which to transport the unit and must
be used if returning the unit for service. Save it for possible future use.
Parts list
The following table lists the parts included with this mounting package.
Optional mounting accessories
This table shows the optional parts you may need for attaching a Surveillance cabinet to a
wall, a corner, or a pole.
Mounting OptionsPart Number
Pendant wall mountNDA-U-WMT
Corner mount adapterNDA-U-CMT
Pole mount adapter largeNDA-U-PMAL
Fiber optic Ethernet media converter kitVG4-SFPSCKT
2.3
2.4
Description
This chapter describes the installation of a Surveillance cabinet to a wall, a corner, or a pole.
Use one of the accessories from Optional Mounting Accessories for correct mounting. Any
variations to the installation procedures are noted.
Only the connections in the unit for power supply are used. You can connect all other wires
directly with the connectors on the wires. The unit is a safe, robust and watertight box in
which you can make your connections.
Note: You may need to purchase additional mounting accessories for corner and pole mount
applications. Refer to Optional Mounting Accessories.
Tools required
–5 mm Allen wrench (supplied)
–Small, straight-blade screwdriver - 2.5 mm (0.1 in.)
–No. 2 Phillips screwdriver
–Socket wrench and 9/16-in. socket
–Banding tool (Bosch P/N TC9311PM3T) - if installing a mast (pole) mount
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3.1
Installing the Surveillance cabinet
Pre-installation checklist
1.Make sure that you have the correct camera and accessories for the installation in your
environment.
2.Determine the location and distance for the unit based on its voltage and current
consumption. Prepare the wires and connections that are necessary to connect your
camera.
3.You can route the main power supply through an intermediate unit (type PA1 or PA2)
before connecting the power to a PA0 type unit. Refer to Cable and wire standards for
wiring information and distances. See also Routing power through intermediate unit, page
14.
4.Use only UL listed liquid tight strain reliefs for conduits to the unit to ensure that water
cannot enter the unit. Use water tight conduits and fittings to meet NEMA 4 standards.
Caution!
Select a rigid mounting location to prevent too much vibration to the camera.
Warning!
Power and I/O cabling must be routed separately inside different permanently earthed metal
conduits.
Warning!
Install external interconnecting cables in accordance to NEC, ANSI/NFPA70 (for US
application) and Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1 (for CAN application) and in
accordance to local country codes for all other countries.
Branch circuit protection incorporating a 20 A, 2-pole Listed Circuit Breaker or Branch Rated
Fuses are required as part of the building installation. A readily accessible 2-pole disconnect
device with a contact separation of at least 3 mm must be incorporated.
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3.2
Mounting the Surveillance cabinet
Before you mount the unit, decide if you route the wires through the holes in the bottom or in
the back of the unit. If you choose the holes in the back, move the 2 seal plugs to the holes in
the bottom before you mount the unit.
Use 20 mm (3/4 inch) NPS fittings for the holes on the bottom and back of the unit. Use 15
mm (1/2-inch) NPS fittings for the side holes.
1.Use the wall mount template supplied with the unit to locate the 4 mounting holes for the
unit.
2.Drill holes for the 4 mounting anchors. For outdoor installation, use a weatherproof
sealant around each hole at the mounting surface.
Warning!
A stud diameter of 6.4 mm (1/4 inch) to 8 mm (5/16 inch) able to withstand a 120 kg (265 lb)
pull-out force is recommended. The mounting material must be able to withstand this pull out
force. For example, 19 mm (3/4 inch) minimum for plywood.
3.Place the unit into the optional Trim Skirt.
4.Mount the unit to the mounting surface.
5.
–For a Wall installation: Use 4 corrosion-resistant, stainless steel studs (not supplied).
Then proceed to Step 7 below.
–For a Corner installation: Mount the Corner mount adapter to the wall corner with 4
studs (not supplied). Then proceed to Step 6 below.
–For a Pole installation: The metal straps included with the Pole mount adapter are
suitable for a pole with a diameter of 100 - 380 mm (4 - 15 inch). Use a banding tool
(not supplied) for a mast or pole installation. Follow the instructions provided with
the banding tool to securely mount the Pole mount adapter to the pole. Contact your
Bosch Sales Representative to order Banding Tool P/N TC9311PM3T.
6.Mount the unit to the Corner mount adapter or Pole mount adapter with the 4 bolts (3/8
x 1-3/4 inch) and split lock washers (supplied).
7.Attach 20 mm (3/4 inch) NPS watertight pipe fittings (not supplied) to the bottom or
back holes of the unit for the routing of the power, video, and control data wires.
1.Route all video, control, and alarm wires through the conduit fitting on the right side of
the unit (11).
2.Route the power wires through the conduit fitting on the left side of the unit (10).
3.Cut and trim the power and ground wires with sufficient slack to reach their connectors
in the unit, but not so long as to be pinched by or to obstruct closing the door. Refer to
the image above for the connector locations.
4.Attach the supplied 3-pin Power Plug to the incoming power wires. Refer to connector
P101 for wire connections.
5.Attach an RJ45 plug to the incoming Ethernet cable.
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TRANSFORMER
(115/230VAC
MODELS)
P101
1 2 3
6 5 4 3 2 16 5 4 3 2 1
P106
XF102XF103
XF101
J103
J102
J101
(LED)
P107
5 4 3 2 1
GND TXD RXD C+ C-
P105
GND TXD RXD C+ C-
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Overview of connections in the unit
Ground Screw7P101 Connector; Power in (120 VAC / 220
1
VAC)
2Not used8P106 Connector; not used
3In/Out; 15 mm (1/2 inch) NPS
9P105 Connector; not used
Fitting
4Ethernet connector10 Left conduit fitting. Use for power wires
20 mm (3/4 inch) NPS Fitting
5P107 Connector; 24 VAC to camera11 Right conduit fitting. Use for video, control
and alarm wires; 20 mm (3/4 inch) NPS Fitting
6In/Out; 15 mm (1/2 inch) NPS
Fitting
Fuse Specifications
VoltsXF101 MainsXF102 Camera XF103 Heater
24 VT 5.0 AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
115 VT 1.6 AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
230 VT 0.8AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
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Warning!
Fuse replacement by qualified service personnel only. Replace with same type fuse.
Fuse Specifications
VoltsXF101 MainsXF102 Camera XF103 Heater
24 VT 5.0 AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
115 VT 1.6 AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
230 VT 0.8AT 2.0 AT 3.15 A
No.ConnectorPin 1Pin 2Pin 3Pin 4Pin 5Pin 6
GroundGrounding Screw
P101115/230 VAC or
LineNCNeutral
24 VAC Power In
P106Not used
P10724 VAC Power
(Arm Harness)
Table 3.1: Surveillance cabinet connections
Camera
24 VAC
Camera
24 VAC
Earth
Ground
Heater
(24 VAC)
Heater
(24 VAC)
See also
–Routing the wires and attaching the connectors, page 12
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3.4
Routing power through intermediate unit
You can route the main power supply through an intermediate unit (type PA1 or PA2) before
connecting the power to a PA0 type unit. This chapter describes how to make the connections
for this configuration. You must change the connectors, because the 5-pin power out
connector from the PA1 or PA2 unit does not match to the 3-pin power input of the PA0 power
supply. The illustration below shows:
–A type PA1 or PA2 unit.
–The main power supply connected to the P101 connector and to the grounding screw.
–The 24 VAC power out wire connected to the P107 heater power connectors.
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Connections of the power wires in the NDA-U-PA1 / NDA-U PA2 unit
120/230 VAC Power in5Transformer
1
2Ground wire6In/out conduit 15 mm (1/2 inch) NPS fitting
3P101 connector724 VAC power out
4P107 connector
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5 4 3 2 1
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For the correct connection of the incoming high voltage and the outgoing low voltage wires,
refer to this table:
1.Route the high voltage 120/230 VAC wires through the grounded conduit fitting on the
left side of the unit. The unit with a transformer comes with a barrier that separates the
high voltage side on the left, from the low voltage side on the right.
2.Cut and trim the high voltage 120/230 VAC power and ground wires with sufficient slack
to reach their connector terminal in the box, but not so long as to be pinched by or to
obstruct closing the door.
3.Attach the supplied 3-pin power plug to the incoming high voltage power wires in the
unit. Refer to connector P101 in the table above and to the image below:
Heater
(24 VAC)
Figure 3.1: Incoming 115/230 VAC power wires
4.Connect the ground wire to the grounding screw.
5.Connect three wires to the P107 Power Out connector to route the 24 VAC power supply
to the PA0 unit.
Connect the first wire to pin 5 (HN: Heater Neutral) connector.
Connect the second wire to pin 4 (HL: Heater Line) connector.
Connect the third wire to pin 3 (Ground) connector.
Refer to connector P107 in the table above and to the image below for these
connections:
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Warning!
Make sure that you connect the outgoing power supply wires to the P107 heater connectors
(HN and HL). The heater power fuse (XF103) can handle a higher amperage (3.15 A) than the
camera power (XF102) fuse (2.0 A).
6.Route the 24 VAC outgoing power supply wires into the PA0 unit through the conduit
fitting on the left side of the unit.
7.Cut and trim the 24 VAC power supply and ground wires with sufficient slack to reach
their connector terminal in the unit, but not so long as to be pinched by or to obstruct
closing the door.
8.Attach the supplied 3-pin power plug to the incoming 24 VAC power supply wires in the
unit, as illustrated below.
Connect the 24 VAC power supply wires in the NDA-U-PA0 unit
Incoming 24 VAC power supply wires (from PA1 or PA2 unit)
1
2Ground wire
3P101 connector
9. Use the instructions in Attaching the door, page 18 to continue the installation.
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Attaching the door
The bottom hinge pin of the door has a Hinge Pin Stop to hold the hinge open when you
attach the arm to the unit.
1.Push the bottom hinge pin down and rotate it behind the Hinge Pin Stop.
2.Push the top hinge pin up and hold it.
Notice!
Both Hinge Pins must be fully pushed to unlock the hinges of the door and before you
proceed to the next step.
3.Hold the top hinge pin open and align the top and bottom hinges of the door to their
mating points on the unit. See the illustration above.
4.When you have aligned the hinges, release the top hinge pin to connect with its mating
hinge on the unit. Then release the bottom hinge pin from the Hinge Pin Stop to lock the
door to the unit.
Warning!
Serious injury or death can occur if the hinge pins of the door are not fully connected to the
unit. Exercise caution before releasing the door.
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3.6
3.7
Attaching the Pendant pipe mount or Pendant wall mount
To attach accessories such as a Pendant pipe mount or Pendant wall mount, refer to the
documentation that comes with your accessory.
Notice!
The accessory comes with a watertight plug. When you attach the accessory to the door,
always use the plug to make a watertight cable feed through.
Making connections in unit
Make the connections in the unit, depending on your camera model.
1.Connect the ground wire to the grounding screw on the left side of the unit.
2.Connect all wires from the camera to their mating wires in the unit. (For Fiber Optic
models: connect the 6-pin Control to Dome Plug to the P106 connector.)
3.Connect the 5-pin, 24 VAC to Dome Plug to connector P107 with corresponding color on
the right side of the unit.
4.Connect the 3-pin Power In Plug to its mating connector P101 on the left side of the unit.
5.Attach the grounding strap of the Pendant arm to the unit.
6.After making the connections to the unit, rotate the Pendant arm to close and seal the
unit and tighten the 2 captive screws to 10‑12 N-m (90-105 in.-lbs).
7.Refer to Attach Pendant to Arm and Tighten to continue the installation procedure.
Notice!
Make sure that you tighten the screws to 10-12 N-m (90-105 in.-lbs) to ensure the unit is
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4.1
Connections for video, control, alarm and relay
Using fiber optic ethernet media converter to transmit video
and control
The Small Form-factor Pluggable (SFP) modules are available as multi-mode fiber (MMF) or
single-mode fiber (SMF) models with a single SC connector or dual-fiber with an LC
connector. Refer to the VG4-SFPSCKT Fiber Optic Media Converter Installation Guide.
Ethernet Media Converter
Data InterfaceEthernet
Data Rate10/100 Mbps
IEEE 802.3 Compliant
Full Duplex or Half Duplex Electrical Port
Full Duplex Optical Port
Fiber Type, MMF50/125 µm MMF. For 50/125 µm fiber, subtract 4 dB
from the specified optical budget value. Must meet or
exceed fiber standard ITU-T G.651.
Fiber Type, SMF8–10/125 µm SMF. Must meet or exceed fiber standard
ITU-T G.652.
Maximum
Distance
60 km (37.3 miles)
RequirementMedia converter receiver (CNFE2MC/IN) at controller
end of system
Terminal
Connection
Duplex LC or Single SC
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