Bosch WZ18NV312-0, WZ18PV312-0 User guide

Installation Guide

WZ18NV312-0 (NTSC) | WZ18PV312-0 (PAL)

Important

Please read this document carefully before installation and initial use. Keep for future reference.

• An unregulated power supply can cause damage to the camera.

• Do not attempt to disassemble the camera to gain access to the internal components. Refer servicing to Bosch Security

Systems. Inc.

• It is recommended that the camera be used with a monitor that has a CCTV quality 75Ω video impedance level. If your

monitor is switched to a high impedance level, then please adjust accordingly.

• Never direct the camera towards the sun or any bright or reflective light. Doing so may cause smearing on the picture and
possible damage to the CCD

Important Safety Instructions

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep this instruction.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.

10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the power
where they exit from the apparatus.

11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a
cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in a way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

FCC Note

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. As part of its’ normal
operation this device can generate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the installation manual may
cause interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur on a particular installation. If
the device does cause interference to radio or television reception the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:

1) Fit Ferrite beads on all cable to and from the power
supply box, within the box walls.

2) Route the composite cable between the camera and the power supply in steel conduit piping over the entire run of the cable up to and
including connection to a deep conduit base fitted under the camera and a conduit fitting adaptor in the wall of the PSU box.

3) Contact BOSCH Service Center for further advice. .

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Precautions

Troubleshooting

Before sending the camera for repair, check the list below. If the problem still persists, Bosch Security Systems, Inc.

If no image appears

• Do not open or modify

• Do not put objects inside the unit. Make sure that no metal objects or flammable substances enter the camera. This may

cause fire, short-circuits and other damages.

• Be careful when handling the unit. To prevent damage, do not drop the camera or subject it to strong shock or vibration.

• Install the camera away from electric or magnetic fields.

• Protect the camera from humidity and dust.

• Do not subject the unit to high temperature. Be careful when installing close to ceilings, in a kitchen or a boiler room as

heat rises and will affect the camera.

• Dirt can be removed from the camera by wiping it with a clean soft moistened cloth and soft detergent solution.

• The mounting surface material must be strong enough to secure the camera.

• Is the coaxial cable firmly attached?

• Is power and voltage at a normal level?

• Is there adequate illumination?

• Is the monitor correctly adjusted?

If the image is unclear

• Is the lens in focus?

• Is the lens dirty?

Installation

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Installation (cont’d)

Lens Adjustments

• Remove cap

• Adjust the iris

level.

• Re-attach cap

Focus

Camera Positioning

• Use provided alan key from box to

make adjustments

• Locate and loosen all 3 setscrews on

bracket

(a)

(b)

(c)

DIP switch

Zoom

• Setscrews are shown at (a), (b) and

(c) - picture on the left

• Pan (a), Tilt (b) and Rotate (c)

• Do not pan or twist beyond 360˚ as

shown

• Do not tilt beyond 90 ° as shown

• Do not apply excessive force when

adjusting camera positioning

Camera Specifications

Part Number WZ18NV312-0 (NTSC) | WZ18PV312-0 (PAL)
Signal Processing Digital signal processing (DSP)
CCD Camera 1/3” LXR CCD with Mechanical Filter
Filter Dual-window mechanical type
Resolution High resolution 550 TVL
Effective Pixels (NTSC) 811 (H) x 508 (V)
Effective Pixels (PAL) 795 (H) x 596 (V)
Night-Time Sensitivity 0 Lux (infrared on)
Day-Night Switching Photocell-controlled, automatic
Electronic Iris (NTSC) 1/60 ~ 1/100,000s
Electronic Iris (PAL) 1/50 ~ 1/100,000s
Output Signal 1V P-P composite video, 75 Ohms
S/N Ratio Greater than 48dB
Gamma 0.45
Lens Varifocal 3.3-12mm
Iris DC auto-iris
Iris Control Externally adjustable auto-iris
Lens Control Externally adjustable zoom, focus
LEDs Even-distribution infrared array
LED control Photocell
Wavelength 850nm
Number of LEDs 18
Voltage 12 to 24 VDC or VAC
Power Draw 4.8W or less (infrared on)
Construction Robust aluminum extrusion
Finish Anodized silver
Operational Temp. -10ºC to +55ºC | -22ºF to +131ºF
Sunshield Included as standard
Power Supply Not included
Weight 0.85kg (1.9lbs)
Dimensions Φ 76mm x 190mm (L)
Environmental Designed to IP66

Subject to change without notice

Contact Information

Americas
Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
850 Greenfield Road
Lancaster, Pennsylvania 17601
USA
Telephone[phone]
Fax [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
www.boschsecurity.us

Europe, Middle East, Africa:
Bosch Security Systems B.V.
P.O. Box 80002
5600 JB Eindhoven,
The Netherlands
Phone: + 31 40 2577 284
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.boschsecurity.com

Asia-Pacific:
Bosch Security Systems Pte Ltd
38C Jalan Pemimpin
Singapore 577180
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]
www.boschsecurity.com

© Bosch Security Systems, Inc. 2009; Data subject to change without
notice.

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