Camera Reference Guide

Contents

Selection tables 4
FlexiDome I & II cameras 10
FlexidomeVF Varifocal security cameras 12
FlexiDomeXT+ & XF high-impact security cameras 14
FlexiDome 2X high-impact security cameras 16
FlexiDome IP high-impact security cameras 18
Dinion cameras 20
Indoor and outdoor camera assemblies 22
DinionXF high-end digital cameras 24
Dinion 2X WDR D/N cameras 26
Dinion IP cameras 28
DinionXF
Day/Night IP cameras 30
Megapixel IP cameras 32
Comparison tables 34
Bilinx bi-directional communication technology 40
Glossary of CCTV camera terms 41

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The camera is critical for every application

Regardless of the quality or capability of the CCTV system you use, the
quality of the image you view depends heavily on the quality of the camera.
The Bosch camera range offers outstanding performance in every class —
from the stylish indoor FlexiDomes to very high performance Dinion 2X
cameras for the most demanding situations.

Introducing Dinion and FlexiDome 2X

Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X cameras are built on our innovative Dinion 2X
Digital Signal Processor (DSP) technology. The Dinion 2X DSP works in
combination with our proprietary wide dynamic range (WDR) CCD sensor to
deliver the world’s first 20-bit image processing for the CCTV market. Both
our Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X solutions take advantage of this technology
to provide excellent low light and WDR performance in many difficult
lighting conditions, including day/night applications.

Whatever your application, there’s a Bosch camera to match it

To help you make the best choice from the Bosch range of cameras, this
guide summarizes the features and benefits, and gives clear reasons for
choosing each family for virtually all applications you may encounter.
Selection tables are shown on pages 4-9.

Committed to quality
Bosch is a major player in security and observation systems, so you can
be confident that the cameras are made to the highest quality standards.
The three-year warranty and a free advance exchange program ensure that
if problems do occur, a solution is quickly found.

Save time and money with Bilinx

Bilinx is the newest CCTV technology innovation from Bosch. With Bilinx,
technicians can check status, change camera settings, control PTZ, and
even update firmware from virtually anywhere along the video cable.
More benefits and details are shown on page 40.

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FlexiDome camera range

FlexiDome I FlexiDome II
Series Series

Imaging Features Image sensor type 1/4" Interlaced CCD 1/4" Interlaced CCD
Day/Night — NightSense No No
Day/Night — IR sensitive (removable IR filter) No No
XF-Dynamic — Extended dynamic range No No
2X Dynamic No No
SensUp — Enhanced sensitivity No No
Automatic gain control (AGC) Yes Yes
Backlight compensation (BLC) Yes Yes
Automatic white balance (color models) Auto/Hold Auto/Hold
AutoBlack No No
Dynamic Noise Reduction (DNR) No No
Video motion detection No No
Resolution Maximum resolution (color) 330 TVL 470 TVL
Maximum resolution (monochrome) 380 TVL 570 TVL
Sensitivity (lux) Color 2.0 (F2.0, 30 IRE) 2.0 (F2.0, 30 IRE)
Color w/NightSense or Day/Night N/A N/A
Color w/SensUp N/A N/A
Monochrome 0.3 (F2.0, 30 IRE) 0.3 (F2.0, 30 IRE)
2.1 mm, f/2.0 2.1 mm, f/2.0
Lenses Focal length/F-stop 3.0 mm, f/2.0 3.0 mm, f/2.0
6.0 mm, f/2.0 6.0 mm, f/2.0

Housing and Impact rating Low impact Low impact

Power Ingress rating No No
Tamper-proof No No
Temperature range (operating) -10°C to +45°C -10°C to +45°C
12 to 28 VDC 12 to 28 VDC
Voltage range
12 to 28 VAC 12 to 28 VAC
Power consumption 2W for all voltages 2W for all voltages
Installation/ Bilinx remote configuration tool No No
Service On-screen display No No
Focus aid No No
Lens focus wizard No No
Service monitor output No No
Warranty Coverage period 3 years 3 years
* (F1.4 Lens, 89% reflectance,30 IRE)
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FlexiDomeVF FlexiDomeXT+ FlexiDomeXF FlexiDome 2X

1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD
Yes Yes Yes Yes
No No No Yes
No No Yes Yes
No No No Yes
No No Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes (programmable area) Yes, Smart
Auto/Hold Auto/Hold Auto/Hold/Manual Auto/Hold/Manual
Yes Yes Yes Yes
No No Yes Yes
No No Yes (Multizone) Yes
540 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL
570 TVL 570 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL
0.44 * 0.44 * 0.16 (F1.0, 30 IRE) 0.28 *
0.18 * 0.18 * 0.056 (F1.0, 30 IRE) 0.099 *
N/A N/A 0.016 (F1.0, 30 IRE) 0.028 *
0.09 (F1.4, 30 IRE) 0.09 (F1.4, 30 IRE) N/A 0.0066
2.6-6.0 mm, f/1.4 2.6-6.0 mm, f/1.4 3.0-9.5 mm, f/1.0
2.8-10 mm, f/1.2
4.0-9.0 mm, f/1.6 3.7-12.0 mm, f/1.6 3.7-12.0 mm, f/1.6
9.0-22 mm, f/1.4
9.0-22 mm, f/1.4 9.0-22 mm, f/1.4 9.0-22 mm, f/1.4
Low impact 50 Joules 50 Joules 50 Joules
No IP66/NEMA 4X IP66/NEMA 4X IP66/NEMA 4X
No Yes Yes Yes
-10°C to +45°C -50°C to +50°C -50°C to +50°C -50°C to +55°C
10.8 to 39 VDC 10.8 to 39 VDC 10.8 to 39 VDC 10.8 to 39 VDC
12 to 28 VAC 12 to 28 VAC 12 to 28 VAC 12 to 28 VAC
4W for all voltages 6W for all voltages 6W for all voltages 6W for all voltages
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

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Dinion camera range General Purpose

LTC 0x35 LTC 0440 LTC 0x55

Series Series Series

Imaging Features Image sensor type 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlace
Monochrome model LTC 0335 n/a LTC 035
Color model LTC 0435 LTC0440 LTC 045
Day/Night — NightSense No No Yes
Day/Night — IR sensitive Yes (LTC 0335) Yes (LTC 03
No
(removable IR filter) No (LTC 0435) No (LTC 04
XF-Dynamic No No No
2X Dynamic — Wide dynamic range No No No
Dynamic range 60 dB 60 dB
SensUp — Enhanced sensitivity No No No
Backlight Compensation (BLC) Yes Yes Yes
AutoBlack No No Yes
Dynamic Noise Reduction (DNR) No No No
Video Motion Detection (VMD) No No No
Cable compensation No No No
Resolution Maximum resolution (color) 330 TVL 480 TVL 540 TVL
Maximum resolution (mono-
380 TVL n/a 570 TVL
chrome)
Sensitivity Color1 0.17 0.40 0.30
Color w/NightSense or Day/Night1 n/a n/a 0.12
Color w/SensUp1 n/a n/a n/a
Monochrome1 0.05 n/a 0.04
Monochrome w/SensUp1 n/a n/a n/a
Mechanical Inputs/Outputs 0/0 0/0 0/0
Video Output BNC BNC BNC
Power 12VDC/24 VAC Yes Yes Yes
230 VAC Yes Yes Yes
Installation/
Bilinx remote configuration tool Yes No Yes
Service
Lens focus wizard Yes Yes Yes
Warranty Coverage period 3 years 3 years 3 years
Pre-packaged Kits Ready-to-go, factory assembled
INDOOR: INDOOR
pre-packaged camera kits include:
KBC-335 (Mono) KBC-355 (M
- Dinion camera
KBC-435 (Color) KBC-455 (C
- Lens
- Outdoor housing
OUTDOOR: OUTDOO
- Assembled, pre-wired,
KBP-335 (Mono) KBP-355 (M
back-focused
KBP-435 (Color) KBP-455 (C
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High Resolution/High Performance Day/Night

LTC 0x85 LTC 0x10

LTC 0498 LTC 0630
Series Series

ed CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/2" Interlaced CCD 1/3" Interlaced CCD 1/2" Interlaced CCD
55 LTC 0385 LTC 0510 n/a n/a
55 LTC 0485 LTC 0610 LTC 0498 LTC 0630
Yes Yes No No
355) Yes (LTC 0385) Yes (LTC 0510)
Yes Yes
455) No (LTC 0485) No (LTC 0610)
Yes Yes Yes Yes
No No Yes No
96 dB 96 dB 120 dB 96 dB
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes (Smart) Yes (Smart)
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes (Multizone) Yes (Multizone) Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes
L 540 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL

L 570 TVL 570 TVL 540 TVL 540 TVL

0.24 0.18 0.15 0.0991

0.10 0.08 0.060 0.0391
0.024 0.018 0.015 0.00991
0.031 0.021 n/a n/a
0.0031 0.0021 n/a n/a
1/1 1/1 1/1 1/1
BNC BNC BNC BNC
Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes

Yes Yes Yes Yes

s 3 years 3 years 3 years 3 years

R:
Mono)
Color)
OUTDOOR:
KBP-498 (Color)
OR:
Mono)
Color) 1
F1.2 Lens, 89% scene reflectance, 30 IRE 7
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IP camera range General Purpose

NWC-0455 NWD-455 NWC-0495

Camera Type Fixed Camera Fixed Mini Dome Fixed Camera
Camera
Information Camera Options High Resolution Color High Resolution Color High Performance D/N

Image Sensor Type 1/3" Interline CCD 1/3" Interline CCD 1/3" Interline CCD
Day/Night Yes Yes Yes
IR Sensitive No No Yes
Dynamic Range 60 dB 60 dB 90 dB

Pan/Tilt/Zoom No No No

Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA)** Yes Yes Yes

Imaging
Tamper Detection Yes Yes Yes
Video Motion Detection Yes Yes Yes (Multizone)
Backlight Compensation Yes Yes Yes
Auto Black Yes Yes Yes
2.6 to 6 mm F/1.4
Lens C/CS 3.7 to 12 mm F/1.6 CS
9.0 to 22 mm F/1.4
Minimum 0.44 (2.6 to 6 mm)
0.3 F1.2 0.024* F1.2
Illumination (day mode) 0.58 (3.7 to 12 mm)
Sensitivity (lux)
Extended 0.18 (2.6 to 6 mm)
0.12 0.0038*
Sensitivity (night mode) 0.23 (3.7 to 12 mm)
(2) MPEG-4/H.264 (2) MPEG-4/H.264 (2) MPEG-4/H.264
Compression/Multistreaming
(1) JPEG (1) JPEG (1) JPEG
Multi-resolution Windowing No No No
Images Per Second Color (max.) 30 @ 4CIF 30 @ 4CIF 30 @ 4CIF
IP Streaming
Maximum Resolution 704 x 576 (4CIF) 704 x 576 (4CIF) 704 x 576 (4CIF)

Hybrid (composite
Yes No Yes
video output)
Ethernet 10/100 Base T 10/100 Base T 10/100 Base T
Communication Alarm Input/Output 1/1 No 1/1
Local via Built-in OSD Yes Yes Yes
Input Voltage 12 VDC — 28 VAC 12 VDC — 28 VAC 12 VDC — 28 VAC
Power Power Over Ethernet (POE) Yes Yes Yes
Power Consumption 8W 10.5W 8W

Operating Temperature 0° to +40°C -10°C to +40°C 0° to +40°C

Environmental
Vandal Resistant N/A Yes N/A
8 * SensUP ON ** Via license
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High Resolution/High Performance Megapixel Resolution

NWD-495 100 Series 500i Series NWC-0700/0800 NWC-0900

Fixed Mini Dome Fixed D/N Dome High-speed PTZ Dome Fixed Color Megapixel Fixed D/N Megapixel
High Performance WDR 2.0 MP (NWC-0700)
High Performance D/N 18x/26x/36x D/N 3.1 MP Color/1.3 MP Mono
High Performance D/N 3.1 MP (NWC-0800)
1/3" Interline CCD 1/3" Interline CCD 1/4" CCD 1/2" CMOS 1/2" CMOS
Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Yes Yes Yes No Yes
90 dB 90 dB 60 dB 60 dB 60 dB
360°Continuous/107°/ 12X
No No Digital PTZ Digital PTZ
digital zoom
Yes No No No No
Yes No No No No
Yes (Multizone) No Yes Yes (programmable mask) Yes (programmable mask)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Yes Yes No No No

3 to 9 mm F/1.4 2.7 to 13.5 mm F/1.4 e.g. 18x Zoom

C/CS C/CS
9.0 to 22 mm F/1.4 5 to 50 mm F/1.6 (4.1 to 73.8 mm) F/1.4

0.029* (2.7 to 13.5 mm) 0.5 (F1.4)-2.0 MP

0.032* .0041* 1.0 (F1.4)
0.042* (5 to 50 mm) 1.0 (F1.4)-3.1 MP
0.012* (2.7 tp 13.5 mm)
0.011* .0007* N/A 0.01
0.017* (5 to 50 mm)
(2) MPEG-4/H.264 (2) MPEG-4/H.264 (2) MPEG-4/H.264
5 JPEG streams 5 JPEG streams
(1) JPEG (1) JPEG (1) JPEG
No No No Up to 8 Up to 8
30 @ 4CIF 30 @ 4CIF 30 @ 4CIF 30 @ 1280 x 1024 30 @ 1280 x 1024
1600 x 1200 (2.0 MP)
704 x 576 (4CIF) 704 x 576 (4CIF) 704 x 576 (4CIF) 2040 x 1530
2040 x 1530 (3.1 MP)

No Yes Yes No No

10/100 Base T 10/100 Base T 10/100 Base T 100 Base T 100 Base T
No 1/1 7/4 No No
Yes No No No No
12 VDC — 28 VAC 24 VAC or 120 VAC 24 VAC or 120 VAC 12 VDC 12 VDC
Yes No No Yes Yes
10.5W 11.5W — 47.5W 14W — 50W 4W 4W
-10°C to +50°C (Indoor) -10° to +50°C (Indoor)
-10°C to +40°C -20°C to +50°C -20°C to +50°C
-55°C to +50°C (w/XT kit) -55°C to +50°C (w/XT kit)
Yes Optional Optional N/A N/A
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FlexiDome I & II cameras

Compact fixed cameras in a stylish dome.

Excellent picture clarity with true color reproduction.
Lightly-tinted dome masks camera with minimum light loss.
Choice of integral standard or wide-angled lenses.
Easy mounting on ceiling or wall.

Why select FlexiDome cameras?

• Performance — Regardless of lighting conditions, FlexiDomes provide
unmatched picture clarity. Optimum contrast and color reproduction
are achieved with an advanced digital signal processor (DSP), which
includes backlight compensation for optimum contrast, a wide dynamic
range and other image enhancing features.
• Active deterrent — The presence of the dome "announces" active
surveillance (as deterrent), but the camera itself is hidden behind
a lightly tinted dome. The camera can be discreetly pointed towards
sensitive areas without being visible to potential offenders.
• Stylish innovation — The combination of stylish design, advanced camera
technology and ease of installation provides the optimum surveillance
solution for a wide range of indoor security monitoring applications.

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When should you use FlexiDome cameras?

• Indoor applications.
• Standard lighting situations.
• Where the viewing direction needs to be concealed.
• Where discrete observation is desirable.

Typical applications
Entrances lobbies and reception areas, cash desks and checkouts.

FlexiDome type number overview

Standard Resolution High Resolution

TV Standard Super Wide Wide Angel Standard Super Wide Wide Angel Standard
2.1 mm 3 mm 6 mm 2.1 mm 3 mm 6 mm

PAL (color) LTC1411/10 LTC1412/10 LTC1413/10 LTC1421/10 LTC1422/10 LTC1423/10

NTSC (color) LTC1411/20 LTC1412/20 LTC1413/20 LTC1421/20 LTC1422/20 LTC1423/20
CCIR (b/w) LTC1311/10 LTC1312/10 LTC1313/10 LTC1321/10 LTC1322/10 LTC1323/10
EIA (b/w) LTC1311/20 LTC1312/20 LTC1313/20 LTC1321/20 LTC1322/20 LTC1323/20

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FlexidomeVF Varifocal security cameras

Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.

Choice of VariFocal lenses.
Ceiling/wall mounting configurations.
High resolution Color and Monochrome.

Why select FlexiDomeVF cameras?

• Superior sensitivity and picture quality.
• Choice — With a choice of Varifocal lenses and monochrome or
color camera there is a FlexiDomeVF camera for every situation.
• Convenience — An "all-in-one" package ready for installation.

When should you use FlexiDomeVF cameras?

• Indoor applications.
• Where discreet observation is desirable.
• Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.
• Ceiling/wall mounting configurations.
• High resolution for both Color and Monochrome models.

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FlexiDome I FlexiDome II FlexiDomeVF
Standard protection Standard protection Impact proof
Monochrome or color Monochrome or color Monochrome and 540TVL color
Standard resolution High resolution High resolution
Fixed lens: Fixed lens: Varifocal lens:
2.1 mm super wide angle 2.1 mm super wide angle 2.6-6 mm
3 mm standard 3 mm standard 4-9 mm
6 mm telephoto 6 mm telephoto 9-22 mm

FlexiDomeVF type number overview

2.6–6 mm 4–9 mm 9-22 mm
TV Standard Varifocal Lens Varifocal Lens Varifocal Lens
PAL (color) VDC445V03-10 VDC445V04-10 VDC445V09-10
NTSC (color) VDC445V03-20 VDC445V04-20 VDC445V09-20
CCIR (b/w) VDM345V03-10 VDM345V04-10
EIA (b/w) VDM345V03-20 VDM345V04-20

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FlexiDomeXT+ & XF high-impact security cameras

Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.

15-bit DSP technology and XF-Dynamic.
Vandal-resistant and sealed for outdoor use.
Ceiling/wall/corner mounting configurations.
NightSense and true D/N versions.
Bilinx communication.

Why select FlexiDomeXT+ & XF cameras?

• High-level protection — Tough cast aluminium housing and polycarbonate
dome protect the camera module from physical attack, IP66 and NEMA
4X rating ensures the camera is protected from water and dust outdoors
or in dirty environments.
• Choice — With a choice of Varifocal lenses and monochrome, color or
Day/Night camera there is a FlexiDome camera for every situation.
• Convenience — An "all-in-one" package ready for installation.

When should you use FlexiDomeXT+ & XF cameras?

• Indoor and outdoor applications.
• Vulnerable locations.
• Where discreet observation is desirable.
• Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.
• Vandal-resistant and sealed for outdoor use.
• Ceiling/wall/corner mounting configurations.
• High resolution color, monochrome and true Day/Night.
• Video motion detection.

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FlexiDomeXT+ FlexiDomeXF
Color high res 540 TVL Color high res 540 TVL
Varifocal lens Varifocal lens:
2.6-6 mm
3-9.5 mm
3.7-12 mm 3.7-12 mm

9-22 mm 9-22 mm
FlexiDomeXT+ & XF & DN overview
FlexiDomeXT+ FlexiDomeXF
TV Standard Lens type
PAL (color) 2.6-6 mm VDC455V03-10
2.8-10 mm
3-9.5 mm VDC485V03-10
2.8-10 mm
3.7-12 mm VDC455V04-10 VDC485V04-10
9-22 mm VDC455V09-10 VDC485V09-10
NTSC (color) 2.6-6 mm VDC455V03-20

3-9.5 mm VDC485V03-20
2.8-10 mm
3.7-12 mm VDC455V04-20 VDC485V04-20
9-22 mm VDC455V09-20 VDC485V09-20
CCIR (b/w) 2.6-6 mm VDM355V03-10
3.7-12 mm VDM355V04-10
EIA (b/w) 2.6-6 mm VDM355V03-20
3.7-12 mm VDM355V04-20
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FlexiDome 2X high-impact security cameras

Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.

20-bit DSP technology and XF-Dynamic.
Vandal-resistant and sealed for outdoor use.
Privacy zones.
True D/N versions.
Bilinx communication.
Wide dynamic range.

Why select FlexiDome 2X cameras?

• High-level protection — Tough cast aluminium housing and polycarbonate
dome protect the camera module from physical attack, IP66 and NEMA
4X rating ensures the camera is protected from water and dust outdoors
or in dirty environments.
• Choice — With a choice of Varifocal lenses and monochrome, color or
Day/Night camera there is a FlexiDome camera for every situation.
• Convenience — An "all-in-one" package ready for installation.

When should you use FlexiDome 2X cameras?

• Indoor and outdoor applications.
• Vulnerable locations.
• Where discreet observation is desirable.
• Fully featured cameras in high-security dome.
• Vandal-resistant and sealed for outdoor use.
• Ceiling/wall/corner mounting configurations.
• High resolution color, monochrome and true Day/Night.
• Video motion detection.

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FlexiDome 2X
DIN 540 TVL
Varifocal lens
2.8-10 mm
9-22 mm

FlexiDome 2X overview
FlexiDome 2X
TV Standard Lens type
PAL (color) 2.8-10 mm VDN498V03-11
9-22 mm VDN498V09-11
NTSC (color) 2.8-10 mm VDN498V03-21
9-22 mm VDN498V09-21

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FlexiDome IP high-impact security cameras

Fully featured IP cameras in high-security dome.

DVD-like quality up to 25/30 IPS at 4CIF.
Vandal-resistant.
Tri-streaming.
NightSense and true Day/Night (D/N) versions.
Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Why select FlexiDome IP cameras?

• MPEG4 video encoding — MPEG-4 encoder creates high-quality streaming
video at low bit rates. Each FlexiDome IP camera can deliver up to 25
and 30 images per second (PAL and NTSC) at true 4CIF video resolution.
• Tri-streaming Video — FlexiDome IP cameras can generate two separate
MPEG-4 video streams and one JPEG stream simultaneously.
• iSCSI recording enabled to offer centralized and/or distributed network
storage options for lower cost per storage.
• Intelligent Video Motion Detection (IVMD) with Video Content Analysis
(VCA) to reduce demands on bandwidth and storage capacity, ensuring
only important events trigger image capture and recording.
• Ease of installation — Three power options, PoE, 24 VAC and 12 VDC,
are available on the FlexiDome IP.
• Complete system solutions compatible with DiBos, VIDOS and other
video management systems to create integrated, scalable solutions.

When should you use FlexiDome IP cameras?

• Indoor applications.
• Vulnerable locations.
• Where discreet observation is desirable.
• Fully featured IP cameras in high-security dome.
• High resolution color and true Day/Night.

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FlexiDome IP FlexiDomeDN IP
Color high res 540 TVL Color DN high res 540 TVL
Varifocal lens: Varifocal lens:
3-9 mm
2.6-6 mm
3.7- 12 mm

FlexiDome IP overview
FlexiDome IP FlexiDomeDN IP
TV Standard Lens type
PAL (color) 2.6-6 mm NWD-455V03-10P
3-9 mm NWD-495V03-10P
3.7-12 mm NWD-455V04-10P
NTSC (color) 2.6-6 mm NWD-455V03-20P
3-9 mm NWD-495V03-20P
3.7-12 mm NWD-455V04-20P

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Dinion cameras

Advanced Dinion digital video processing.

NightSense sensitivity boost.
Lens Wizard to optimize lens performance.
Color and monochrome 1/3" ccd models.
Standard and high resolution models.
High resolution model 540TVL.

Why select Dinion cameras?

• Perfect pictures — Dinion cameras include powerful features like
"Backlight Compensation" for easier subject recognition against
doorways and windows, Auto Black to increase the visibility of
details even in low-contrast situations like fog, and Auto Tracking
white balance to ensure perfect color reproduction.
• Superb low-light performance — The superb sensitivity range of
the Dinion cameras is further extended in the high resolution color
version by Bosch NightSense, which makes use of the extra sensitivity
of monochrome images.
• Optimal lens performance — Thanks to the unique Lens Wizard, it is
­possible to set the correct (back) focusing for a sharp picture under
all lighting conditions — even when focusing the lens in bright light.
• Ease of installation — Perfect picture out of the box.
No tools needed to install camera.

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When should you use Dinion cameras?

• For indoor and outdoor applications.
• When a good quality conventional CCTV camera is required.
• When special lenses are required or existing lenses are to be used.
• In standard and low light situations.

Typical applications
Shops and stores, car parks, industrial and commercial buildings,
fence and gate surveillance.

Dinion type number overview

Standard Resolution High Resolution

TV Standard Low Voltage Mains Voltage Low Voltage Mains Voltage

PAL (color) LTC0435/10 LTC0435/50 LTC0455/11 LTC0455/51

NTSC (color) LTC0435/20 LTC0435/60 LTC0455/21 LTC0455/61
CCIR (b/w) LTC0335/10 LTC0335/50 LTC0355/10 LTC0355/50
EIA (b/w) LTC0335/20 LTC0335/60 LTC0355/20 LTC0355/60

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Indoor and outdoor camera assemblies

Pre-assembled units with camera, lens, bracket and housing.

Based on the Dinion camera range.
Choice of color and monochrome cameras.
Standard and high resolution models available.
Varifocal lenses allow field of view to be selected on-site.

Why select Bosch camera kits?

• State-of-the-art cameras — The Dinion color and monochrome cameras
are optimized for superb picture quality, and are easy to set-up and
configure. The Bosch Dinion video processing chip enables many ­
image-enhancing features.
• Convenience — The completely assembled and tested outdoor camera
comprises camera, lens, housing with sunshield and wall bracket,
ready to connect and install. Also the lens is installed on the indoor
camera and together with mounting bracket it is ready for installation.
• Optimized lens combinations — Both the indoor and outdoor assemblies
varifocal lens covers wide-angle and standard views and are ideal for
standard applications. The outdoor camera is also available with
a ­longer-range varifocal lens for telelens applications. Outdoor cameras
use lenses with DC Iris control to cater for the wide range of lighting
conditions encountered outside.

Camera assembly type number overview

Standard Resolution

Assembly Type TV Standard 2.8–10 mm 2.8-12 mm 5-50 mm 2.8–10 mm

Indoor Camera Black/White KBC-335V28-50 KBC-355V28-50

Indoor Camera Color KBC-435V28-50 KBC-455V28-50
Indoor Camera Day/Night
Outdoor Camera Black/White KBP-335V28-50 KBP-335V55-50
Outdoor Camera Color KBP-435V28-50 KBP-435V55-50 KBP-455V28-50
Outdoor Camera Color (XF) KBP-485V28-50
Outdoor Camera Day/Night
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When should you use Indoor and Outdoor camera kits?

• To minimize installation and set up costs.
• Outdoors and in dirty environments (outdoor assemblies).
• When a good quality conventional CCTV camera is required.
• In standard and low light situations.

Typical applications
Industrial complexes, car parks, roads and tunnels, building exteriors,
open parking lots.

High Resolution IP

3.5-8 mm 2.8-12 mm 5-50 mm 7.5-75 mm 2.8-10 mm 7.5 -75 mm

KBC-440V38-50 KBC-455V28-10N
KBC-498V28-50
KBP-355V28-50 KBP-355V55-50
KBP-455V55-50
KBP-485V55-50
KBP-498V28-50 KBP-498V75-50 KBP-495V28-10N KBP-495V75-10N
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Color and monochrome 1/3" and 1/2" CCD models.

Excellent image quality even in extreme lighting conditions.
High sensitivity and dynamic range.
Built-in video digital signal processor.
Many automatic picture enhancement features.
High resolution model 540TVL.

Why select DinionXF cameras?

• Full dynamic range — Thanks to its powerful 15-bit video-processing
chip, DinionXF captures the full dynamic range of any scene in a single
image, even under adverse conditions such as strong backlighting,
bright highlights and deep shadows.
• Innovative technology — DinionXF is the first camera series in the
Bosch range to introduce 15-bit video processing. This innovative
technology ensures you get all the details whatever the lighting
conditions. The c
­ olors are vivid and color noise is minimized.
• Superior performance — Based on a giant step forward in video
processing technology, the DinionXF cameras offer far superior
performance to cameras using conventional 10-bit technology.

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When should you use DinionXF cameras?

• When the optimum image quality is required, under the most difficult
lighting conditions.
• In situations requiring the highest possible light sensitivity and
dynamic range.
• When the ability to deal with rapidly changing conditions is required.

High-end camera type number overview

Low Voltage Mains Voltage
TV Standard 1/3" 1/2" 1/3" 1/2"
PAL (color) LTC0485/11 LTC0610/11 LTC0485/51 LTC0610/51
NTSC (color) LTC0485/21 LTC0610/21 LTC0485/61 LTC0610/61
CCIR (b/w) LTC0385/10 LTC0510/10 LTC0385/50 LTC0510/50
EIA (b/w) LTC0385/20 LTC0510/20 LTC0385/60 LTC0510/60

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Dinion 2X WDR D/N cameras

20-bit image processing technology and CCD-sensor with wide dynamic

range for the LTC 0498 and VDN 498 series.
Day-night 1/3" and 1/2" CCD models.
Excellent image quality even in extreme lighting conditions.
Dynamic engine with Smart BLC.
Detail enhancement.
Privacy masking.
High resolution 540TVL.

Why select Dinion 2X cameras?

• Full dynamic range — Thanks to its powerful 20-bit video-processing
chip, Dinion 2X captures the full dynamic range of any scene in a single
image, even under adverse conditions such as strong backlighting,
bright highlights and deep shadows.
• Innovative technology — Dinion 2X is the first camera series in the
Bosch range to introduce 20-bit video processing. This innovative
technology ensures you get all the details whatever the lighting
conditions. The c
­ olors are vivid and color noise is minimized.
• Superior performance — Based on a giant step forward in video
processing technology, the Dinion 2X cameras offer far superior
performance to cameras using conventional 10-bit technology.
• 20-bit Image Processing — The highly accurate digital signal processing
optimally captures the detail in both bright highlights and deep shadows
simultaneously. By combining 20-bit image processing and wide
dynamic range, the Dinion 2X maximizes the information visible
in the picture even withstrong backlighting.
• 2X-Dynamic and SmartBLC — Using 2X-Dynamic technology, pixel-by-
pixel analysis provides the user with the most detailed information.
Turn on SmartBLC to automatically compensate the image without the
need for complicated set-up or without compromising dynamic range.

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When should you use Dinion 2X cameras?

• When the optimum image quality is required, under the most difficult
lighting conditions.
• In situations requiring the highest possible light sensitivity and
dynamic range.
• When the ability to deal with rapidly changing conditions is required.

High-end camera type number overview

Low Voltage Mains Voltage
TV Standard 1/3" 1/2" 1/3" 1/2"
PAL (Day/Night) LTC 0498/11 LTC 0630/11 LTC 0498/51 LTC 0630/51
NTSC (Day/Night) LTC 0498/21 LTC 0630/21 LTC 0498/61 LTC 0630/61

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Dinion IP cameras

Advanced Color CCD Network Camera.

DVD-quality up to 25/30 IPS at 4CIF.
Storage efficient tri-streaming: Dual MPEG-4/H.264 & JPEG
simultaneously.
Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af compliant).
Hybrid IP camera with analog and Ethernet outputs.

Why select Dinion IP cameras?

• MPEG4 video encoding — MPEG-4 encoder creates high-quality streaming
video at low bit rates. Each Dinion IP camera can deliver up to 25 and
30 images per second (PAL and NTSC) at true 4CIF video resolution.
• Tri-streaming Video — Dinion IP cameras can generate two separate
MPEG-4 video streams and one JPEG stream simultaneously.
This ­advanced tri-streaming capability, not typically found in other
IP CCTV systems, enables the user to tune live viewing and recording
requirements to meet specific site and enterprise needs.
• Ease of installation — Three power options, PoE, 24 VAC and 12 VDC,
are available on the NWC-0455. Unlike other IP cameras, no network
connection, PC configuration utilities or other tools are required to set
up Dinion IP. The Lens Wizard automatically detects the lens type and
helps focus the lens to ensure proper focus is maintained throughout
the 24-hour cycle. No special tools or filters are required.

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When should you use Dinion IP cameras?

• When you need to build a network based video surveillance system.
• When image quality under all conditions is important.
• When you need simultaneous recording and live viewing.
• When you need a hybrid camera (IP + analog).

IP camera type number overview

TV Standard 1/3"
PAL (color) NWC-0455-10P
NTSC (color) NWC-0455-20P

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DinionXF Day/Night IP cameras

Advanced Day/Night camera with mechanically switching IR filter.

15-bit DSP technology with XF-dynamic extended dynamic range.
DVD-quality up to 25/30 IPS at 4CIF.
Storage efficient tri-streaming: Dual MPEG-4/H.264 & JPEG
simultaneously.
Power over Ethernet (IEEE 802.3af compliant).
Hybrid IP camera with analog and Ethernet outputs.

Why select DinionXF Day/Night IP cameras?

• Innovative technology — In Day/Night Mode, the NWC-0495 provides
enhanced night viewing by increasing the IR sensitivity. The IR filter can
switch automatically from color to monochrome by either sensing the
illumination level or via the alarm input. The highly accurate 15-bit digital
signal is automatically processed to reveal every detail of the image
in both the high-light and low-light areas of the scene simultaneously.
The built-in video motion detector allows you to select up to four fully
programmable areas with individual thresholds.
• MPEG4 video encoding — MPEG-4 encoder creates high-quality streaming
video at low bit rates. Each Dinion IP camera can deliver up to 25 and
30 images per second (PAL and NTSC) at true 4CIF video resolution.
• Tri-streaming Video — Dinion IP cameras can generate two separate
MPEG-4 video streams and one JPEG stream simultaneously.
This ­advanced tri-streaming capability, not typically found in other
IP CCTV systems, enables the user to tune live viewing and recording
requirements to meet specific site and enterprise needs.
• Ease of installation — Three power options, PoE, 24 VAC and 12 VDC,
are available on the NWC-0495. Unlike other IP cameras, no network
connection, PC configuration utilities or other tools are required to set
up Dinion IP. The Lens Wizard automatically detects the lens type and
helps focus the lens to ensure proper focus is maintained throughout
the 24-hour cycle. No special tools or filters are required.

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When should you use DinionXF Day/Night IP cameras?

• When the ability to deal with rapidly changing conditions is required.
• When high quality images over an IP network are required.
• Where images should be recorded or support live viewing.
• When Day/Night cameras are needed.

IP camera type number overview

TV Standard 1/3"
PAL (color) NWC-0495-10P
NTSC (color) NWC-0495-20P

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Megapixel IP cameras

Full DiBos support — fits seamlessly in all Bosch systems.

Very high resolution — up to 3 megapixel.
Selectable resolution and framerate.
High-quality MJPEG video with 21 compression levels.
Power over Ethernet (PoE).

Why select Megapixel IP cameras?

• DiBos support — The Megapixel series integrates seamlessly into Bosch
DiBos systems. They are fully supported by the DiBos software.
• Resolution — With up to 3 megapixels, the cameras provide extremely
fine detail for effective digital pan/tilt/zoom.
• Easy installation –Power over Ethernet (PoE) allows economical
one-cable installation using standard CAT 5 or CAT 6 cable. A single
camera can often do the job of what would have previously required
several units.
• Flexibility — 21 selectable MJPEG compression levels, adjustable frame
rates, and adjustable resolutions provide the tuning parameters to find
optimal compromises for bandwidth and/or storage constraints.

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When should you use Megapixel IP cameras?

• When the very highest resolution is needed.
• To replace several cameras with a single camera.
• When digital pan/tilt/zoom to move the image around and excellent
detail is needed.

Typical applications
Entrances lobbies and reception areas, cash desks and checkouts,
crowd control.

Megapixel type number overview

NWC-700 NWC-800 NWC-900

Standard Standard Day/Night

3.1 (color);
Megapixels 2 3
1.3 (mono)

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Cameras
Fixed cameras
LTC0335 LTC0355 LTC0435 LTC0455
Camera type Mono Std Res Mono High Res Col Std Res Col High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.12 0.09 0.39 0.65
NightSense mode 0.26
Resolution (TVL) 380 570 330 540
Lens type C/CS C/CS C/CS C/CS

Power supply /10 12 VDC, 24 VAC /10 12 VDC, 24 VAC /10 12 VDC, 24 VAC /10 12 VDC, 24 VAC
/50 230 VAC /50 230 VAC /50 230 VAC /50 230 VAC

Dimensions 58x66x122 58x66x122 58x66x122 58x66x122

DinionXF Dinion 2X
LTC0385 LTC0510 LTC0485 LTC0498 LTC0610 LTC0630

Camera type Mono High Mono High Col Std Day/ Col Std Day/
Res Res Res Night Res Night

Sensor size 1/3" 1/2" 1/3" 1/3" 1/2" 1/2"

Sensitivity (Lux) 0.046 0.032 0.59 0.59 0.35 0.31

NightSense mode 0.24 0.08 0.14 0.052

(Day/Night)

Resolution (TVL) 570 570 540 540 540 540

Lens type C/CS C/CS C/CS C/CS C/CS C/CS

Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC/230 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC/230 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC/230 VAC

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Dinion IP cameras
NWC-0455 NWC-0495
Camera type Col High Res Day/Night High Res XF dynamic
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.65/0.26 0.59/0.08
Resolution (TVL) 540 540
Day/Night NA Yes
NightSense mode Yes NA
Video standards MPEG4, H.264, MJPEG MPEG4, H.264, MJPEG

Megapixel IP cameras
NWC-700 NWC-800 NWC-900
Megapixels 2 3,1 3.1 (color); 1.3 (mono)
Sensor size(s) 1/2" 1/2" 1/2" (both)
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.5 at F1.4 1.0 at F1.4 1.0 (color); 0.01 (mono)

2040 x 1530 (c)

Resolution (max) 1600 x 1200 2040 x 1530
1280 x 1024(m)

IPS at max resolution 24 15 15

Day/Night No No Yes
Auto-iris option Yes Yes No
Power consumption 4 W (max) 4 W (max) 5 W (max)

FlexiDome I & II
LTC131x/10 LTC132x/10 LTC141x/10 LTC142x/10
Camera type Mono Std Res Mono High Res Col Std Res Col High Res
Sensor size 1/4" 1/4" 1/4" 1/4"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.5 0.5 4.5 4.5
Resolution (TVL) 380 570 330 470

Lens type LTC1312: 3mm F2.0 LTC1322: 3mm F2.0 LTC1412: 3mm F2.0 LTC1422: 3mm F2.0
LTC1313: 6mm F2.0 LTC1323: 6mm F2.0 LTC1413: 6mm F2.0 LTC1423: 6mm F2.0

Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC
Dimensions Ø 155 x 77 Ø 155 x 77 Ø 155 x 77 Ø 155 x 77

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FlexiDomeVF
VDM345V03 VDM345V04 VDC445V03 VDC445V04
Camera type Mono High Res Mono High Res Col High Res Col High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.2 0.26 1.0 1.3
NightSense 0.4 0.5
Resolution (TVL) 570 570 540 540
Lens type 2.6-6 mm 4-9 mm 2.6-6 mm 4-9 mm
Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC
Dimensions Ø 158 x 123.5 Ø 158 x 123.5 Ø 158 x 123.5 Ø 158 x 123.5

FlexiDomeXT+
VDM355V03 VDM355V04 VDC455V03 VDC455V04
Camera type Mono High Res Mono High Res Col High Res Col High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.2 0.26 1.0 1.3
NightSense 0.4 0.5
Resolution (TVL) 570 570 540 540
Lens type 2.6-6 mm 3.7-12 mm 2.6-6 mm 3.7-12 mm
Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC
Dimensions Ø 158 x 130.5 Ø 158 x 130.5 Ø 158 x 130.5 Ø 158 x 130.5

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FlexiDomeXF
VDC485V03 VDC485V04
Camera type Color High Res Color High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.35 0.9
NightSense 0.13 0.3
Resolution (TVL) 540 540
Lens type 3-8.5 mm 3.7-12 mm
Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC
Dimensions Ø 158 x 130.5 Ø 158 x 130.5

FlexiDome 2X
VDN498V03 VDN498V09
Camera type DN High Res DN High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.41 0.69
Monochrome 0.16 0.27
Resolution (TVL) 540 540
Lens type 2.8-10 mm 9-22 mm
Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC 12 VDC, 24 VAC
Dimensions Ø 158 x 130.5 Ø 158 x 130.5

FlexiDome IP
NWD-455V03 NWD-455V04 NWD-495V03
Camera type Color High Res Color High Res Color High Res
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (Lux) 0.44 0.58 0.32
NightSense 0.18 0.23 0.11
Resolution (TVL) 540 540 540
Lens type 2.6-6 mm 3.7-12 mm 3-9 mm
Power supply 12 VDC, 24 VAC and PoE 12 VDC, 24 VAC and PoE 12 VDC, 24 VAC and PoE
Dimensions Ø 158 x 142.5 Ø 158 x 142.5 Ø 158 x 142.5

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Camera Assemblies
Indoor assemblies
KBC-335V28-50 KBC-355V28-50 KBC-435V28-50
Camera LTC 0335/50 LTC 0355/50 LTC 0435/50
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
Sensitivity (lux) 0.22 0.16 0.54
NightSense or Day/Night mode
Resolution 380 570 330
Lens 2.8-10mm 2.8-10mm 2.8-10mm
Power Supply 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC
Dimensions 58x66x177 58x66x177 58x66x177
Analog / IP Analog Analog Analog

Outdoor assemblies
KBP-335V28-50 KBP-335V55-50 KBP-355V28-50 KBP
Camera LTC -0335/50 LTC 0335/50 LTC 0355/50 LTC
Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3
Sensitivity (lux) 0.22 0.22 0.16 0.1
NightSense or Day/Night mode
Resolution 380 380 570 570
Lens 2.8-12mm 5-50mm 2.8-12mm 5 -5
Power Supply 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC 230
Dimensions 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148
Analog / IP Analog Analog Analog Ana

Outdoor assemblies
KBP-455V28-50 KBP-455V55-50 KBP-455V28-10 KBP-455V55-10 K
Camera LTC 0455/51 LTC 0455/51 LTC 0455/11 LTC 0455/11 LT

Sensor size 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/

Sensitivity (lux) 0.90 1.33 0.90 1.33 0.

NightSense or Day/Night mode 0.36 0.53 0.36 0.53 0.
Resolution 540 540 540 540 54
Lens 2.8-10mm 5-50mm 2.8-10mm 5-50mm 2.
Power Supply 230VAC 230VAC 24VAC 24VAC 23
Dimensions 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 14
Analog / IP Analog Analog Analog Analog A
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KBC-440V38-50 KBC-455V28-50 KBC-498V28-50 KBC-455V28-10N

LTC 0440/50 LTC 0455/51 LTC 0498/51 NWC-0455-10P
1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
1.17 0.90 0.80 0.40
0.36 0.11 0.16
480 540 540 540
3.5-8mm 2.8-10mm 2.8-12mm 2.8-10mm
230VAC 230VAC 230VAC 24VAC
58x66x177 58x66x177 58x66x177 58x66x177
Analog Analog Analog IP

P-355V55-50 KBP-435V28-50 KBP-435V55-50 KBP-435V28-10 KBP-435V55-10

C 0355/50 LTC 0435/50 LTC 0435/50 LTC 0435/10 LTC 0435/10
3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"
16 0.54 1.72 0.54 1.72

0 330 330 330 330

50mm 2.8-10mm 5-50mm 2.8-10mm 5-50mm
0VAC 230VAC 230VAC 24VAC 24VAC
8x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480
alog Analog Analog Analog Analog

KBP-485V28-50 KBP-485V55-50 KBP-498V28-50 KBP-498V75-50 KBP-495V28-10N KBP-495V75-10N

TC 0485/51 LTC 0485/51 LTC 0498/51 LTC 0498/51 NWC-0495-10P NWC-0495-10P

/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3" 1/3"

.80 1.18 0.80 0.80 0.80 0.80

.32 0.48 0.11 0.11 0.11 0.11
40 540 540 540 540 540
.8-10mm 5-50mm 2.8-12mm 7.5-50mm 2.8-12mm 7.5-50mm
30VAC 230VAC 230VAC 230VAC 24VAC 24VAC
48x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480 148x130x480
Analog Analog Analog Analog IP IP
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Bilinx bi-directional communication technology

Control AutoDome PTZ including pre-positions.

Adjust camera and dome configuration settings.
Cut and paste settings to multiple cameras remotely.
Receive alarm signals and motion detection.
Lower installation costs.
Plug and play — no need to address each camera.
Upgrade existing single cable installations easily.
Update camera firmware.

Remote programming — the convenience of Bilinx

Bilinx is the newest CCTV technology innovation from Bosch. This bi-directional
communication capability is embedded in the video signal of Bosch Dinion
cameras. With Bilinx, technicians can check status, change camera settings
of analogue Bosch Dinion cameras and even update firmware from virtually
anywhere along the video cable.
Bilinx reduces service and installation time, provides for more accurate set-up
and adjustment, and improves overall performance. In addition, Bilinx uses
the standard video cable to transmit alarm and status messages, providing
superior performance without additional installation steps.

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2X-Dynamic
The 2X-Dynamic uses dual sensor
exposure. In harsh lighting conditions
pixels from each exposure are mixed
to give a more detailed image.
15-Bit technology
A method of more accurate and
sophisticated video processing.
Angle of View
The measure of the area within the
scene that is visible. The larger the
focal length, the smaller the angle
of view. The smaller the focal length,
the wider the angle of view.
Aperture
The size of the opening in the iris
­controlling the amount of light reaching
the sensor. The larger the F-Stop
­number the less light.
Automatic Gain Control
The electronics that regulates the
gain or amplification of the signal.
Auto Iris Lens
A lens that automatically opens or
closes the aperture in order to maintain
proper light levels. With direct drive or
DC Iris lenses the camera controls the
size of the aperture. Video iris lenses
have the control circuits built into the
lens.
Camera Reference Guide
AutoBlack
Auto Black Compensation is a technique
of boosting the video signal level to
produce a full amplitude video signal
even when the scene contrast is less
than the full range. The darkest part of
the signal is set to black and the lightest
part to white, thus increasing the
contrast.
Auto White Balance
A feature that allows a color camera
to automatically adjust its output color
to give a natural colour independent of
the lighting used.
Attenuation
A signal loss or decrease.
Back Focus
The distance between the image plane
and the rear most portion of the lens.
Back Light Compensation
BLC selectively amplifies parts of the
image to compensate for large contrast
differences when part of the image
is very brightly lit e.g. person in sunlit
doorway.
Cable Compensation
prevents image quality degradation
caused by signal losses from long
cable lengths.
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"C" and "CS" Mount
Standard CCTV lens mount. "CS"
mounts normally used and have a flange
to sensor distance of 12.5mm. Older "C"
mount lenses, normally for larger format
sensors, can still be found with a flange
distance of 17.5 mm. Camera back focus
adjustment needs to be able to handle
either type.
Charged Coupled Device (CCD)
The most common type of solid state
image sensor used in CCTV cameras.
The sensor converts light energy to
electrical signals.
Coaxial Cable
The type of cable generally used for TV
signals where one conductor is arranged
around the other to provided a shield,
and reduce signal loss.
Composite Video
A video signal that combines the picture
signal, synchronizing pulses and vertical
and horizontal blanking.
Crosstalk
An unwanted signal from different cable
or channel that interferes with the video
signal.
Day/Night (IR sensitive)
Color cameras have a built in infrared
filter to improve color reproduction.
In low light situations in a Day/Night
camera the IR-cut filter in front of the
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color sensor is removed restoring
the IR sensitivity of the camera.
DC Iris Lens
See Auto Iris Lens.
Depth of Field
The distance from the nearest to
furthest point which appears in focus.
The smaller the aperture used the
greater the depth of field.
Dynamic Noise Reduction (DNR)
Digital Video processing that measures
the noise in the picture and
automatically reduces it appropriately.
Electronic Iris
EI automatically adjusts the camera’s
shutter speed to account for lighting
changes. In some cases eliminating the
need for an auto iris lens. Sometimes
referred to as AES.
F-Number
The standard measure of the Lens
aperture, the iris diameter divided by
the focal length of the lens. The lower
the maximum aperture, the more light
that passes through the lens, also
known as a faster lens.
F-Stop
See F-Number.
Focal Length
The distance from the optical center of
the lens to the image of an object located
at an infinite distance from the lens.

Footcandle
See sensitivity.
Image Size
Lenses are designed to produce an
image to fit the sensor being used.
Sensor sizes are related to the older
tube diameters, and normally quoted
in inches, 1/2", 1/3", 1/4" etc.
The sensor diagonal is dimension used.
Infra-red Illumination
Electromagnetic radiation with longer
wavelength than in the visible spectrum.
Illuminators can be lamps with
appropriate filters, LED’s or IR laser
based. The longer the wavelength
the less sensitive the CCD sensor.
IP-rating
A two-digit number is used to provide
an IP Rating to a piece of electronic
equipment or to an enclosure for
electronic equipment.
The first digit represents protection
against ingress of solid objects(dust).
The second digit represents
protection against ingress of liquids.
IPS
An acronym for Images Per Second.
This is a measurement of the rate that
pictures are displayed to create a video
stream.
Camera Reference Guide
Joule
One joule is defined as the amount
of energy exerted when a force of one
Newton is applied over a displacement
of one meter.
Lens wizard
To set the (back) focus correctly the lens
iris should be fully open to give a narrow
depth of field. The lens wizard drives the
A/I lens fully open while maintaining
correct video level using the shutter.
Level Control
The adjustment of the video level to give
the desired brightness level. This can be
electronic or by means of the iris control.
Line Lock
Synchronises AC powered cameras
to the line voltage frequency.
Lux
See sensitivity.
Manual Iris Lens
A lens where the iris is manually
adjusted to open or close the aperture.
Megapixel
One million pixels. See pixel.
Monochrome
A black and white signal or picture.
MJPEG
Motion JPEG (M-JPEG) is a video codec 
where each video field is separately
compressed into a JPEG image.
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Mode switching
Possibility to program three different
parameter sets in a camera. Switching
from one mode to another can be
manually or automatically.
MPEG-4
MPEG-4 is a graphics and video
­compression algorithm standard that is
based on MPEG-1, MPEG-2 and Apple
QuickTime technology. MPEG-4 files are
smaller than JPEG or QuickTime files,
so they are designed to transmit video
over a narrower bandwidth.
Night Sense
NightSense is a method of boosting
the sensitivity of high-resolution Dinion
color cameras by 9 dB (a factor of 3!)
by combining the signals of the color
image in a single monochrome picture.
NTSC
An acronym for National Television
Standards Committee. The color video
and broadcasting standard used mainly
in North and Central America, and
Japan. The screen resolution is 525
lines, and the refresh rate is 60 Hz.
PAL
An acronym for Phase Alternating Line.
The color video and broadcasting
standard used mainly in Europe and
Asia. The screen resolution is 625 lines,
and the refresh rate is 50 Hz.
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Pixel
The microscopic photosensitive
elements of a CCD image sensor.
Power over Ethernet
A means for delivering power to
a remote device using the same cable
lines used to deliver Ethernet over
the Ethernet Category 5 or higher
data cabling.
Privacy masking
The ability to mask out a specific area
to prevent it from being viewed in
order to comply with privacy laws
and particular site requirements.
Programmable privacy zones allow
specific parts of a scene to be blocked.
Remote set-up
Configuring the camera from a distance
e.g. via the coax cable.
Resolution
The measure of the fine detail that can
be seen in an image. In a CCD camera
this is determined.
Saturation
The amplitude of the chrominance signal
affecting the vividness of a color.
Sens-up
Sens-up is used to increase sensitivity
by integrating the signal from a number
of consecutive frames to reduce noise.

Sensitivity
A measure of the incident light required
to give a standard video signal. It’s value
is given in lux or foot-candles.
Signal to Noise Ratio
The ratio between a useful video signal
and unwanted noise. It is measured in
dB.
Slow shutter
An alternative for increasing camera
sensitivity.
SmartBLC
The backlight compensation window
and weighting factor are automatically
defined. The camera dynamically adjusts
these for changing light conditions.
Spot Filter
A graduated filter in a lens used in a lens
to increase the f-stop range of the lens.
Synchronization
Electronic pulses that are inserted into
the video signal in order to assemble
the picture correctly.
Vari focal Lens
A lens where the focal length to be used
can be set manually.
Tri-streaming
Generates two separate MPEG-4 video
streams and one MJPEG stream
­simultaneously. This advanced
­tristreaming capability enables the
user to tune live viewing and recording
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requirements to meet specific site
and enterprise needs.
Video Motion Detector
A device that analyses the video
signal from a camera to determine
if there is movement within the picture.
Video Iris Lens
See auto-iris lens.
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
The dynamic range is the difference
between the minimum and maximum
acceptable signal levels. A scene with
both very low and very high illumination
levels requires a camera with a wide
dynamic range to handle it correctly
and produce a useful image.
XF Dynamic
Extends the dynamic range of the
DinionXF cameras to produce exceptional
images even in high contrast lighting
conditions.
Zoom Lens
A lens with the ability to adjust the focal
length from wide angle to telephoto
with minimum focus shift.
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