Bosch VG5-7220-EPC4 - G5 - 7000 IP AutoDome HD 1080P/720P D/N 20x (10x Digital) Clear, IVA

The white AUTODOME 7000 Series VG5-7220-EPC4 Full HD Indoor/Outdoor PTZ Dome Camera with Pendant Mount & Clear Acrylic Bubble (NTSC) from Bosch is an easy-to-install, high-speed PTZ dome camera in a field-proven pendant housing that is suitable for indoor or outdoor installation. This camera features 20x optical zoom, captures high-quality images, and delivers network performance day and night by recording HD (High-Definition) 1080p 25/30 (2 Mp) video.

The camera provides complete network-based control of all dome functionalities including pan / tilt / zoom operation, presets, tours, and alarms, and Web-based configuration of all dome settings. It also provides direct network video streaming using H.264 compression / bandwidth throttling to efficiently manage bandwidth and storage requirements while delivering high image quality.

This full HD PTZ camera with 1080p 25/30 (2 Mp) high resolution and 20x optical zoom allows you to capture fine details. Apart from an on-board IVA (Intelligent Video Analytics) it features Intelligent Tracking and alarm rules engine.

This camera delivers enhanced system flexibility with dual recording options (iSCSI, SD card) and dual power source options (High Power over Ethernet) / 24VAC). It also has a fully-configurable quad streaming with individually configurable HD streams based on Bosch’s Common Product Platform (CPP4).

Its other features include easy and intuitive installation with multiple pre-configured user modes. This white (RAL 9003) camera features a powder-coated sand finish and comes with the VGA-BUBBLE-PCLA Clear, High-Resolution, Low-Impact Acrylic Bubble.

High-Performance PTZ Day/Night Camera
The camera has a large, effective sensor area that contributes to high camera sensitivity. It can be configured to operate in the 720p50/60 mode for capturing fast motion (for example, in traffic or gaming scenarios). The default 1080p25/30 mode captures high resolution images.
Wide Dynamic Range
The camera features Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology that allows for the capture of clear images from both bright and dark areas in the same frame. WDR ensures that bright areas are not saturated and that dark areas are not too dark.
Sodium Vapor Lamp White Balance
The camera performs well when capturing video under a sodium vapor lamp such as a street lamp or tunnel lamp. Images under these conditions may have a yellowish tint, which may make identification difficult. In the Sodium Vapor White Balance mode, the camera automatically compensates for the light from a sodium vapor lamp to restore objects to their original color in the captured images / recorded video.
Virtual Masking
The camera offers Virtual Masking, which gives users the flexibility to mask parts of the scene that should not be considered for flow analysis to trigger Intelligent Tracking. This allows users to mask background motion in the scene such as moving trees, pulsating lights, busy roads, etc.
Intelligent Tracking
The camera utilizes the built-in Intelligent Video Analytics (IVA) to follow an individual or an object continuously. Objects detected by IVA when the camera is in the stationary position activates the Intelligent Tracking feature, which controls the pan / tilt / zoom actions of the camera to keep the tracked object in the scene.

This Intelligent Tracking is based on robust flow detection algorithms, which can reliably track moving objects even under challenging scenes. Tracking and detection reliability can be enhanced further with virtual masking for scenes with a lot of background motion such as trees or other objects creating constant motion in the scene.

With built-in video content analysis, this AUTODOME Camera reinforces the Intelligence-at-the-Edge concept where edge devices become increasingly intelligent. It reliably detects, and analyzes moving objects while suppressing unwanted alarms from spurious sources in the image. The IVA functionality built into the AUTODOME Camera is able to detect idle and removed objects as well as loitering, multiple line crossing, and trajectories. IVA also supports BEV (Bird's Eye View) people counting. Assisted Self Calibration and configurable detection filters improve reliability and reduce operator work load.
Three Modes for Intelligent Tracking
When configured in the Auto mode, the camera actively analyzes the video to detect any moving object. If it detects movement, it begins to track the object. This mode is most useful for scenarios where normally no motion is expected.

In the One Click mode, users can click an object moving in the live video image to enable the camera to track the movement of the selected object. This mode is most useful for scenarios where normal scene activity is expected.

In the IVA-Triggered mode, the camera continuously analyzes the scene for IVA alarms or IVA rule violations. If an IVA rule is violated, it triggers the advanced tracking feature of the camera to start following the object / person that triggered the alarm.

This combination of robust IVA and Intelligent Tracking allows the camera to track moving objects of interest without getting distracted by other moving objects in the scene.
AUTODOME 7000 PTZ Drive and Mechanism
This AUTODOME 7000 series camera supports 256 pre-positions and 2 styles of Guard Tours: Preset and Record / Playback. Users can configure the preset standard tour with as many as 256 sequential pre-positions with a configurable dwell time between pre-positions. This camera also provides support for 2 recorded tours, which are recorded macros of an operator's movements, including pan, tilt, and zoom activities, and can be played back with the click of a button.

Pan and tilt preset repeatability are accurate to within ±0.1° to ensure that the correct scene is captured every time. The camera delivers variable pan / tilt speeds from a crawl speed of only 0.1° per second to a full 400° per second. The camera is capable of pan speeds of 400° per second and tilt speeds of 300° per second between prepositions. This camera provides a tilt angle 18° above the horizon, and a pan range of up to 360° continuous rotation.
Five Pre-Programmed User Modes
Five pre-programmed but configurable user modes, optimized with the settings for a variety of typical applications, make camera programming on-site easy and user-friendly. Users can select from the menu the mode that best defines the environment in which the camera is installed: Outdoor (General day-to-night changes with sun highlights and street lighting), Indoor (General day-to-night changes without sun highlights and street lighting), Low Light (Optimized for sufficient details at low light), Motion (Monitoring traffic or fast moving objects; motion artifacts are minimized), and Vibrant (Enhanced contrast color reproduction and sharpness).

Users have the ability to customize these modes, if necessary, for the specific requirements of the site.
Superior Privacy Masking
The camera provides 24 individual, easy to configure privacy masks, with up to 8 displayed in the same scene. As the camera is zoomed, each mask changes size smoothly and quickly, ensuring that the covered object cannot be seen in most cases.
Comprehensive Streaming Capabilities on CPP4
The camera has an advanced, efficient H.264 encoder (CPP4) embedded for DVD-quality streaming video, and efficient streaming and network capabilities. This platform supports simultaneous streaming of individually configurable SD streams (H.264 and M-JPEG), and allows for the choice of SD resolution.
Recording and Storage Management
A memory card (SD, SDHC, or SDXC, sold separately) can be used for local alarm recording or for scheduled local recording to improve overall recording reliability. Recording management can be controlled by the Bosch's VRM (Video Recording Manager), or the camera can use iSCSI targets directly without any recording software.
Advanced Networking Capabilities
This AUTODOME camera offers advanced capabilities so you can configure the camera to take advantage of networking technology. It offers QoS (Quality of Service) configuration options to ensure fast network response to PTZ data and images. QoS is the set of techniques to manage network resources, and manages the delay, delay variation (jitter), bandwidth, and packet loss parameters to guarantee the ability of a network to deliver predictable results. It identifies the type of data in a data packet and divides the packets into traffic classes that can be prioritized for forwarding.

The camera also supports the IPv6 Internet-layer protocol for packet-switched Internet working across multiple IP networks. IPv6 uses 128-bit addresses (IPv4 uses 32-bit addressing), which allows for many more devices and users on the Internet as well as extra flexibility in allocating addresses and efficiency for routing traffic.
Dual Power Options
This AUTODOME 7000 series camera can be powered by a High Power over Ethernet (Bosch High PoE)-compliant network using a Bosch High PoE Midspan (sold separately) over a single network cable and/or a 24VAC power supply (sold separately). This in-ceiling camera can also be powered by any PoE+ PSE (Power Sourcing Equipment such as a midspan or switch) that is compliant to the IEEE 802.3at, class 4 standard.

When powered using High PoE or PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at class 4) configuration, only a single cable connection is required to power and control the camera while also viewing images from the camera. For additional system reliability, users also have the option to connect the 24VAC power supply to the camera while using High PoE.
Ease of Installation and Servicing
The camera has been designed for quick and easy installation. The housing features recessed screws and latches for increased tamper resistance. This AUTODOME camera with in-ceiling housing comes equipped with a low-impact, high-resolution acrylic bubble for enhanced image clarity.
Video Management System Support
The camera comes with the BVC (Bosch Video Client) software that is suitable for midsize installations. For large enterprise systems, this AUTODOME camera can be used with the BVMS (Bosch Video Management System), which allows enhanced video management and viewing capabilities. In addition, the camera can be supported by or integrated into all leading third-party VMSs (Video Management Systems).
ONVIF Conformant (EN 50132-5-2)
This AUTODOME series camera conforms to the ONVIF Profiles specification, allowing easy integration with conformant devices and VMSs (Video Management Systems). The camera conforms to the ONVIF (Open Network Video Interface Forum) specification, which guarantees interoperability between network video products regardless of manufacturer. ONVIF-conformant devices are able to exchange live video, audio, metadata, and control information. They are automatically discovered and connected to network applications such as VMSs.
Reliability
This AUTODOME series camera has been subjected to endurance tests such as HALT (Highly Accelerated Life Testing) to make sure it will hold up through years of use.
Access Security
Various security levels are available for accessing the network, camera, and data channels. Password protection with 3 levels and 802.1x authentication using a RADIUS (Remote Authentication Dial In User Service) server are also supported. To secure Web browser access, use HTTPS with an SSL certificate stored in the camera. For total data protection, video and audio communication channels can be independently AES encrypted with 128-bit keys by installing the encryption site license (sold separately).
Easy Upgrade
Remotely upgrade the camera whenever new firmware becomes available.
Certifications and Approvals
The camera complies with the SMPTE 274M-2008 Standard in terms of resolution (1920 x 1080), scan (Progressive), color representation (complies with ITU-R BT.709), aspect ratio (16:9), and frame rate (25 and 30 fps).

It also complies with the 296M-2001 Standard in resolution (1280 x 720), scan (Progressive), color representation (complies with ITU-R BT.709), aspect ratio (16:9), and frame rate (25, 30, 50, and 60 fps).

Electromagnetic Compatibility: It complies with FCC Part 15, ICES-003, and CE regulations, including EN50130-4, EN55022 Class A, EN61000-3-3, EN61000-6-1, EN61000-6-2, and EN 50121-4 (Railway applications).

Product Safety: This camera complies with CE regulations, UL, CSA, EN, and IEC Standards EN60950-1.