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Video | AutoDome 500i Series Intelligent PTZ Camera System
AutoDome 500i Series Intelligent PTZ
Camera System
www.boschsecurity.com
u Fully interchangeable CPUs, cameras, housings,
communications, and mounts
u Choice of 540 TVL 36x day/night night camera with
128x wide dynamic range or 26x and 18x day/night
cameras
u AutoTrack II automated motion tracking
u Video motion detection
u Optional IP connectivity using H.264 and JPEG
Bosch’s AutoDome modular camera system is a revolutionary new concept in dome cameras. More than just
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
cost-effectively. 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 detection, image stabilization, and AutoTrack.
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 or 36x day/night without removing the power. AutoDome’s Ethernet communications module allows you
to add IP functionality while maintaining connectivity
to existing analog inputs and outputs.
500i Series highlights
AutoDome 500i Series adds real intelligence to your
video surveillance applications. Equipped with AutoTrack II the latest version of Bosch’s award-winning
motion tracking software, built-in image stabilization,
motion detection, and a sophisticated alarm handling
“rules” engine, the AutoDome 500i Series incorporates
advanced, intelligent video features unmatched by any
other camera system.
The AutoDome 500i 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. Cable compensation provides extended co-
axial and UTP distance runs while preventing the image quality degradation caused by signal losses from
long cable lengths.
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).
Functions
The following are some of the features that make the
AutoDome 500i Series the most flexible PTZ dome
camera systems in the security industry.
High-performance PTZ day/night cameras
Image control and quality are integral aspects of any
PTZ dome system, and the AutoDome delivers. The
500i Series is available with a choice of 18x, 26x, and
the industry-leading 36x optical zoom lens, and all 500i
Series systems offer a full 12x digital zoom. The 18x
and 26x cameras provide 470 TVL (NTSC) or 480 TVL
(PAL), and the 36x camera provides a full 540 TVL of
horizontal resolution for outstanding clarity and image
detail. The 36x camera also incorporates technology
that dramatically improves the dynamic range by 128
times. Also known as WDR (wide-dynamic range), 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
500i Series 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.
With super-quick, 360° per-second pan and tilt speeds,
the AutoDome 500i Series outperforms other domes in
its class. The 500i Series 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. AutoDome 500i
Series 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.
Supported menu languages include: English, French,
German, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, and Polish.
AutoTrack II
Bosch introduced the industry’s first automated motion tracking system, and now we’ve made this awardwinning technology even better. The AutoDome 500i
Series contains an advanced DSP that provides realtime video processing for incredibly smooth object
tracking.
AutoTrack II utilizes Bosch’s unique “virtual masking”
technology. These “invisible” masks are created to act
just like privacy masks, except that only the AutoTrack
can see them – and it knows to ignore any motion behind them. This enables the AutoTrack to ignore extraneous background motion, such as a tree blowing in
the wind, making it ideal for both indoor and outdoor
applications.
Video motion detection (VMD)
With AutoDome, you can create a “region of interest”
within a preset position where motion is to be detected. The AutoDome 500i Series supports a total of 10
individual regions of interest (one per pre-position).
VMD also takes advantage of virtual masking to ignore
areas of unwanted motion.
Image Stabilization
As PTZ cameras continue to improve 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 20
feet when the camera is zoomed to a high value. This
can render images unusable.
Image stabilization algorithms included with the AutoDome 500i Series 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.
Alarm management
The AutoDome 500i Series takes alarm handling to
new levels of flexibility and power.
Inputs and outputs
The AutoDome 500i Series can handle seven alarm inputs, two of which are analog inputs that can be programmed for EOLR (End-of-Line Resistor) supervision
whenever true security applications require it. These
inputs enable the dome to “sense” if the contact is
opened or closed and whether the wire has been tampered with (either by being cut or shorted). In addi-
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tion, the AutoDome 500i Series supports four outputs:
one relay rated at two amps and three additional open
collectors for driving external devices. Each can be
programmed individually.
Advanced alarm control
This new concept in flexibility goes beyond simple
alarm handling. Advanced alarm control uses sophisticated rules-based logic to determine how to manage
alarms. In its most basic form, a “rule” could define
which input(s) should activate which output(s). In a
more complex form, inputs and outputs can be combined with pre-defined or user-specified keyboard
commands to perform advanced dome functions.
There is virtually no limit to the number of combinations that you can program, making the standard software in the dome ready for any application.
Superior privacy masking
The AutoDome 500i Series 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.
Optional hybrid analog/IP operation
AutoDomes equipped with the optional TCP/IP Communications Module use an advanced H.264 encoder
to create DVD-quality streaming video across a local or
a wide area network, and can simultaneously stream
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 Divar XF
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,
the video can be viewed using a web browser.
Tri-streaming video
Bosch’s innovative tri-streaming feature enables AutoDomes equipped with the optional IP Communications
Module to generate independent streams simultaneously. This feature allows you to stream high-quality
images for live viewing while recording at a reduced
frame rate, and at the same time, stream images to a
remote PDA device.
Unsurpassed reliability
All housings feature recessed screws and latches for
increased tamper resistance.
AutoDome pendant housings (indoor and outdoor) are
rated to provide IP 66 protection. In addition, the
pendant housings come equipped with a low-impact,
high-resolution acrylic bubble for enhanced image
clarity
AutoDome in-ceiling housings are rated IK 8
(IEC 62262). These housings feature an impact-resistant polycarbonate Rugged Bubble to protect your camera from vandalism. The Rugged Bubble can withstand
impacts equivalent to a 4.5 kg (10 lb) weight dropped
from a height of 3 m (10 ft).
Outdoor EnviroDome housings provide an operating
temperature range down to -40°C (-40°F). The optional
“XT” extreme temperature kit allows an AutoDome to
operate in temperatures down to -60°C (-76°F), ensuring reliable operation in even the harshest environments.
The Pressurized Environmental Housing is rated to
provide IP 67 protection for a VG4 Series AutoDome
®
Modular Camera System from the elements, both natural and manmade. It is the ideal surveillance solution
for applications that require frequent wash-down, including traffic, transit, bridges, tunnels and coastal installations where salt, moisture, dust, insects and
fumes threaten the long-term operation of the camera.
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.
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 500i 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.
Feature Comparison Matrix
The following table provides an overview of the AutoDome camera family and its available features:
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Preset Shots 64 99 99
High Speed PTZ
Interchangeable Modules
Day/Night Operation
High Resolution Camera
Alarm Inputs 7/4 7/4
Guard Tour
SensUp Extended Sensitivity
IR Sensitive
Cable Compensation
Bilinx Remote Configuration*
Hybrid Analog/IP Connectivity
UTP/Coax Transmission
Ruggedized, Vandal-Resistant Enclosure
Hot-Swap Camera Modules
Image Stabilization
Video Motion Detection
AutoTrack II Motion Tracking
Advanced Features
Advanced Alarm Control
Privacy Masking and Sector Blanking
AutoDome
100 Series
AutoDome
200 Series
AutoDome
300 Series
AutoDome
500i Series
Standard Features
Preset Tour
*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, including EN50130-4 and
EN50121-4
Product Safety Complies with CE regulations, UL, CSA, EN,
and IEC Standards
Region Certification
Europe CE VG4-1ab-cdefgh, VG4-2ab-cdefgh,
VG4-3ab-cdefgh, VG4-5ab-cdefgh, VG4A-PAxx, VG4-A-PSUxx
CE EMC Directive, Low-Voltage Directive
Installation/Configuration Notes
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Ordering Information
1 Video Format 6 Power
5
1 PTZ PAL 0 24 VAC
1
2 PTZ NTSC 1 120 VAC
2 Camera Type 2 230 VAC
2 18x Day/Night PTZ 7 Mount
3 26x Day/Night PTZ W Wall
4 36x Day/Night PTZ M Mast
3 Enclosure C Corner
C In-ceiling
2
R Roof
4
P Indoor Pendant P Pipe
E Outdoor Pendant _ No Mount
2
4 Bubble 8 Fiber Optics
C Clear _ No Fiber
T Tinted F Fiber
3
5 Communications
S Standard Analog (Coax/
UTP)
E Ethernet (TCP/IP)
1 No transformer included. Customer must supply an approved 24 VAC limited power sup-
ply (VG4-A-PSUx or equivalent).
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 biphase. Requires LTC 4629 at the system.
4 Roof mount mounts to vertical Parapet. For flat roof installation, order an additional
LTC 9230/01 Flat Roof Adapter Plate.
5 Optional trim skirt available as a separate purchase.
Technical Specifications
Camera 36x Day/Night
Imager 1/4 in. Exview HAD CCD
(752 x 582 PAL)/(768 x 494 NTSC)
Lens 36x Zoom (3.4 –122.4 mm)
F1.6 to F4.5
Focus Automatic with manual override
Iris Automatic with manual override
Field of View 1.7° to 57.8°
Video Output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ohm
Gain Control Off/Auto (with adjustable limit)
Synchronization Line-Lock (–120° to 120° vertical phase
adjust) or internal crystal
Aperture Correction Horizontal and vertical
Digital Zoom 12x
Horizontal Resolution 540 TVL (NTSC, PAL) typical
Sensitivity (typical)
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30 IRE 50 IRE
Day Mode
SensUp Off 0.66 lx 1.4 lx
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SensUp On (1/4)
(15x)
0.033 lx 0.083 lx
Night Mode
SensUp Off 0.166 lx 0.33 lx
SensUp On (1/4)
(15x)
0.0065 lx 0.0164 lx
Electronic Shutter Speed 1 to 1/10,000
SNR >50 dB
White Balance 2000 K to 10,000 K
6 F1.6, 1/60 (1/50) shutter, max AGC.
Camera 26x Day/Night
Imager 1/4 in. Exview HAD CCD
(752 x 582 PAL)/(768 x 494 NTSC)
Lens 26x Zoom (3.5 –91.0 mm)
F1.6 to F3.8
Focus Automatic with manual override
Iris Automatic with manual override
Field of View 2.3° to 55°
Video Output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ohm
Gain Control Off/Auto (with adjustable limit)
Synchronization Line-Lock (–120° to 120° vertical phase
adjust) or internal crystal
Aperture Correction Horizontal and vertical
Digital Zoom 12x
Horizontal Resolution NTSC: 470 TVL, typical
PAL: 480 TVL, typical
Sensitivity (typical)
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30 IRE 50 IRE
Day Mode
SensUp Off 0.5 lx 1.0 lx
SensUp On (15x) 0.0052 lx .013 lx
Night Mode
SensUp Off 0.10 lx 0.26 lx
SensUp On (15x) 0.0013 lx 0.0026 lx
Electronic Shutter Speed 1 to 1/10,000
SNR >50 dB
White Balance 2000 K to 10,000 K
7 F1.6, 1/60 (1/50) shutter, max AGC.
18x Day/Night
Imager 1/4 in. Exview HAD CCD
(752 x 582 PAL)/(768 x 494 NTSC)
Lens 18x Zoom (4.1 –73.8 mm)
F1.4 to F3.0
Focus Automatic with manual override
Iris Automatic with manual override
Field of View 2.7° to 48°
Video Output 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ohm
Gain Control Off/Auto (with adjustable limit)
Synchronization Line-Lock (–120° to 120° vertical phase
adjust) or internal crystal
Aperture Correction Horizontal and vertical
Digital Zoom 12x
Horizontal Resolution NTSC: 470 TVL, typical
PAL: 480 TVL, typical
Sensitivity (typical)
8
30 IRE 50 IRE
Day Mode
SensUp Off 0.4 lx 0.7 lx
SensUp On (15x) 0.0041 lx 0.0082 lx
Night Mode
SensUp Off 0.05 lx 0.17 lx
SensUp On (15x) 0.0007 lx 0.0013 lx
Electronic Shutter Speed 1 to 1/10,000
SNR >50 dB
White Balance 2000 K to 10,000 K
8 F1.4, 1/60 (1/50) shutter, max AGC.
Mechanical/Electrical
Model In-Ceiling Indoor
Pendant
EnviroDome®
Weight 2.66 kg
(5.86 lb)
2.88 kg
(6.3 lb)
3.32 kg
(7.3 lb)
Pan Range 360° cont. 360° cont. 360° cont.
Tilt Angle 1° above hori-
zon
18° above horizon
18° above horizon
Variable
Speed
0.1°/s-120°/s 0.1°/s-120°/s 0.1°/s-120°/s
Pre-position
Speed
Pan: 360°/s
Tilt: 100°/s
Pan: 360°/s
Tilt: 100°/s
Pan: 360°/s
Tilt: 100°/s
Preset
Accuracy
± 0.1° typ. ± 0.1° typ. ± 0.1° typ.
Power 21-30 VAC
50/60 Hz
21-30 VAC
50/60 Hz
21-30 VAC
50/60 Hz
Power Draw: (typ)
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Analog
Models
15 W 15 W 51 W
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Ethernet
Models
19 W 19 W 55 W
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9 Add 16 W if using VG4-SHTR-XT kit.
Surge Suppression
Protection on Vid-eoPeak current 10 kA (Gas Tube Arrester), peak
power 1000 W (10/1000 μ)
Protection on
RS-232/485,
Biphase
Peak current 10 A, peak power 300 W (8/20 μ)
Protection on
Alarm Inputs
Peak current 17 A, peak power 300 W (8/20 μ)
Protection on
Alarm Outputs
Peak current 2 A, peak power 300 W (8/20 μ)
Protection on Relay Outputs
Peak current 7.3 A, peak power 600 W
(10/1000 μ)
Protection on Power Input (Dome)
Peak current 7.3 A, peak power 600 W
(10/1000 μ)
Protection on Power Output (Arm
Power Supply)
Peak current 21.4 A, peak power 1500 W
(10/1000 μ)
Environmental
Model In-Ceiling Indoor
Pendant
EnviroDome®
Design
Rating
Plenum Rated IP66 IP66
Operating Temp.
-10°C to 40°C
(14°F to
104°F)
-10°C to 40°C
(14°F to
104°F)
–40°C to 50°C
(–40°F to 122°F)
Storage
Temp.
–40°C to 60°C
(–40°F to
140°F)
–40°C to 60°C
(–40°F to
140°F)
–40°C to 60°C
(–40°F to 140°F)
Humidity 0% to 90% rel-
ative, non-condensing
0% to 90% relative, non-condensing
0% to 100% relative, condensing
Miscellaneous
Sectors/Titling 16 independent sectors with 20-character titles/
sector
Camera Setup/
Control
Biphase, RS-232, RS-485, Bilinx10 (coax)
Communications Protocols
Biphase, Bilinx10, Pelco P, and Pelco D
Pre-positions 99, each with 20-character titles
Guard Tours Two (2) types of tours:
• Recorded tours - two (2), total
duration 15 minutes
• Preset tour - one (1), consisting
of up to 99 scenes, consecutively and (1) customized up to 99
scenes
Supported Languages
Czech, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish
10 Bilinx not available on Ethernet models.
Cable Compensation
Max Distance With Pre-comp OFF With Pre-comp ON
RG-59/U 1000 ft (300 m) 2000 ft (600 m)
RG-6/U 1500 ft (450 m) 3000 ft (900 m)
RG-11/U 2000 ft (600 m) 4000 ft (1200 m)
Cat 5/UTP
(Passive receiver)
750 ft (225 m) 1500 ft (450 m)
User Connections
Power (Camera) 21-30 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power (Heater) 21-30 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Biphase ± Control Data
Audio Line In
11
9 K Ohm typ, 5.5 Vp-p max
RS-232 RX/TX or RS-485 ± - optional control data
(dip switch selectable)
Video BNC/UTP
12
EOLR Alarm Inputs (2) Programmable for
“normally open”, "normally closed", “normally open-supervised”, “normally closedsupervised”
Alarm Inputs (5) Programmable for
“normally open” or "normally closed"
Relay Out (1) Dry contact output rating:
2 A @ 30 VAC
Open Collector Outputs
(3)
32VDC@150 ma max
11 With Ethernet models, the biphase ± can optionally be used as the audio line in connec-
tor.
12 Ethernet models have no UTP analog output only BNC (coax).
Mounts/Accessories
Pendant Arm Mounts
Wall Arm (No Transformer) VG4-A-PA0
Wall Arm (120/230 VAC Transformer) VG4-A-PA1 /
VG4-A-PA2
Wall Arm (120/230 VAC Transformer
and Fiber Optics)
VG4-A-PA1F /
VG4-A-PA2F
Optional Mounting Plates for Arm Mounts
Corner Mounting Plate VG4-A-9542
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