Bosch VG4-221-ECE0P Specsheet

CCTV AutoDome 200 Series PTZ Camera System

AutoDome 200 Series PTZ Camera System

X Economical, high-speed PTZ dome

X Fully interchangeable CPUs, cameras, housings,

communications, and mounts

X 18x color camera

X Optional hybrid operation provides simultaneous

analog (coax) and IP (MPEG-4) connectivity

X UTP transmission standard on all analog models

X All versions allow for remote configuration and update

X Multi-protocol capable

X Advanced diagnostics

X Three-year warranty

Introduction

Bosch’s AutoDome modular camera system is a
re vol utio nar y new con cept in do me ca meras . Mor e th an ju st
a series of cameras, it’s a dome platform built around a
system of intelligent, interchangeable modules that allow
you to update camera functionality quickly and cost­effectively. Using common components lets you install a
basic camera system today and migrate to a more advanced
version tomorrow – without having to replace the entire
dome, thus protecting your initial investment.

Interchangeable modules

The entire AutoDome system is based on five
interchangeable modules: the CPU, camera, housing,
communications, and power supply. Simply swap one of
AutoDome’s interchangeable modules and quickly upgrade
from analog to IP, color to day/night, or add motion tracking
and image stabilization. Never before have you had the
ability to adapt a security system to your changing needs
this quickly or inexpensively.

By using the same housing components, all installations
have a consistent look, and observers have no idea which
type of camera (if any) is watching over them. This unique,
modular design also gives you the flexibility to move
cameras between different housings when special coverage
is needed, or as site plan requirements change. For
example, an 18x PTZ camera over a specific area could
easily be “hot-swapped” to a 26x day/night without
removing the power.

Migrating from a basic dome to one with advanced features
such as AutoTrack II intelligent tracking can be done quickly
and easily, without requiring dome removal or rewiring.
AutoDome’s Ethernet communications module allows you
to add IP functionality while maintaining connectivity to
existing analog inputs and outputs.

200 Series highlights

The AutoDome 200 Series is an economical, high-speed
dome camera that uses a high-performance, 18x color PTZ
camera. The 200 Series supports a variety of standard and
optional video and data transmission methods, including
Bilinx (over coax and UTP), fiber, and even TCP/IP over
Ethernet. Remote control, configuration, and firmware
updates can also be performed over these cables, offering
you unparalleled control of your cameras.

The optional IP Communications Module has hybrid
functionality to protect your current analog technology
investment while providing a clear and stable migration
path to fully digital, IP-based solutions. This allows you to
move to IP video at your own pace – all at once or one
camera at a time. And since all AutoDome modules are
completely interchangeable, there is no need to replace
expensive components (e.g., cameras) or labor-intensive
components (e.g., mounts and housings).

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Functions

The following are some of the features that make the
AutoDome 200 Series the most flexible PTZ dome camera
systems in the security industry.

High-performance 18x PTZ color camera

AutoDome 200 Series PTZ color cameras have a 1/4-inch
color CCD. With 470/460 TVL (NTSC/PAL) horizontal
resolution and sensitivity down to 0.5 lux, the 200 Series
offers exceptional performance at an affordable price. A
rugged motor with fewer moving parts mean the 200 Series
uses less power and is extremely reliable, making it ideal for
high-usage applications.

With super-quick, 360° per-second pan and tilt speeds, the
AutoDome 200 Series outperforms other domes in its class.
As with all AutoDome Modular PTZ Camera Systems, the
200 Series includes our patented AutoScaling (proportional
zoom) and AutoPivot (automatically rotates and flips the
camera), so tracking a subject is effortless. The 200 Series
supports 64 pre-positions and a single preset tour. The
preset tour has the capacity for up to 64 pre-positions with
a configurable dwell time between pre-positions.

Supported menu languages include: English, French,
German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, and Polish.

Optional hybrid analog/IP operation

Optional hybrid connectivity allows the AutoDome to
simultaneously stream IP video across a local or wide area
network, and CVBS video via coaxial cabling to support
existing analog equipment. Network video streams are sent
over IP networks and can be viewed with the Bosch DiBos
Digital Video Recorder, or on a PC running VIDOS video
management software. Alternatively, a Bosch IP video
decoder can be used to display the video on an analog CVBS
or VGA monitor. For maximum accessibility, video can be
viewed using a Web browser. The BNC connection provides
direct input to a conventional analog matrix switcher or
DVR, further enhancing AutoDome’s viewing and recording
flexibility. Hybrid operation allows simultaneous dome
control over the network and via bi-phase analog
controllers.

MPEG-4 encoding

AutoDome’s IP Communications Module uses the latest
MPEG-4 compression technology to provide DVD-quality
4CIF video at frame rates up to 25/30 PAL/NTSC images per
second (IPS). The IP module also leverages bandwidth
throttling and multicasting capabilities to efficiently
manage bandwidth and storage requirements while
delivering the best possible image quality and resolution.

Tri -s treaming video

Bosch’s innovative tri-streaming feature enables
AutoDomes equipped with the optional IP Communications
Module to generate two independent MPEG-4 streams and
a JPEG stream simultaneously. This allows you to stream
high-quality images for live viewing while recording at a
reduced frame rate, and at the same time, stream JPEG
images to a remote PDA device.

Unsurpassed reliability

AutoDome builds on Bosch’s 10-plus years of experience
designing and manufacturing dome camera systems. All
AutoDome pendant housings (indoor and outdoor) are
rated to provide IP 66 protection. Outdoor EnviroDome
housings provide an operating temperature range down to
–40°C (–40°F). The optional “XT”extended temperature kit
allows AutoDome to operate in temperatures down to –
60°C (–76°F), ensuring reliable operation in even the
harshest environments.

All housings come standard with a rugged polycarbonate
bubble, recessed set screws, and a recessed bubble latch to
reduce the chance of damage from vandalism. Inside the
dome, the power, data, and video are all protected against
unexpected surges of power.

Ease of installation and servicing

Bosch’s innovative software, the Configuration Tool for
Imaging Devices (CTFID), allows operators or technicians to
control the PTZ, change camera settings and even update
firmware from virtually anywhere without need for
additional wiring. For the new Ethernet versions, an
embedded Web server lets the installer access all the user
settings, make camera adjustments, and update firmware
via a standard Web browser.

The AutoDome’s innovative design simplifies installation
and servicing. AutoDome reduces maintenance costs
because you can replace individual modules instead of
entire camera assemblies. Simply pop out the old module
and slide in the new: it’s almost as easy as changing a light
bulb. All tethers have been replaced with hinges, making
installation and servicing safer and easier. You can even
access the built-in power supply without taking down the
dome.

The AutoDome 200 Series 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 and input voltage level) to verify that the dome
is functioning within acceptable operating limits. If video is
not present, a local inspection of three diagnostic LEDs at
the camera site can identify the presence of video and
control data.

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Feature Comparison Matrix

The following table provides an overview of the AutoDome
camera family and its available features:

*Compatible over Coax and UTP transmission only. Remote configuration
over IP via web interface.

Certifications and Approvals

Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC)

Complies with FCC Part 15, ICES-003, and CE
regulations

Product Safety Complies with CE regulations, UL, CSA, EN, and

IEC Standards

Installation/Configuration Notes

Ordering Guide

1 Video Format 6 Power

1 PTZ PAL 0

24 VAC

1

2 PTZ NTSC 1 120 VAC

2 Camera Type 2 230 VAC

1 18x Color PTZ 7 Mount

3 Enclosure W Wall

In-ceiling

2

M Mast

C

P Indoor Pendant C Corner

E Outdoor Pendant R

Roof

4

4 Bubble P Pipe

C Clear Rugged 8 Fiber Optics

T Tinted Rugged _ No Fiber

5 Communications F

Fiber

3

S Stand ard (Coax/UTP)

E Ethernet (TCP/IP)

1 No transformer included. Customer must supply an approved 24 VAC
limited power supply (VG4-A-PSUx or equivalent). Not available with fiber
optic option.
2 Recessed in-ceiling housing units do not require kit options for reference
numbers 6, 7, or 8.
3 Fiber optic option is multi-mode with bi-phase. Requires LTC 4629 at the
system.
4 R oof mo unt mo un ts to ver tic al Parap et. For fl at roo f i nstal la tion, or de r a n
additional LTC 9230/01 Flat Roof Adapter Plate.