Bosch REG-L1 User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
REG-L1
MAN-REG-L1-06
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.

IMPORTANT
For best results, please read this Instruction Booklet prior
to installing the REG-L1 camera.
WARNING !
CSA Certified / UL Listed CLASS 2 power adaptors must
be used in order to comply with electrical safety standards.
This installation should be made by a qualified service
person and conform to all local codes.
Bosch Security Systems, Inc. will not be responsible for
injuries or damages resulting from the improper installation
or use of any camera sold by Bosch Security Systems,
Inc., their agents, distributors or dealers.
EU Directives covered by this declaration:
72/9/EC Low Voltage Directives
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

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.

INDEX – REG - L1 Camera
Description………………………………………………...1
Unpacking………………………………………………....2
Parts List…………………………………………………..2
Items Required for Installation…………………………..2
Initial Preparations………………………………………..3
Guidelines………………………………………………....3
1. Mechanical Specifications REG-L1………………...4
2. Input Power / Video Output Connections………….5
3. Mounting Specification………..……………………..6
4. Troubleshooting Guide…...………………………..10
5. General specifications…………..…………………13

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DESCRIPTION
The REG-L1 license plate capture camera unit consists of
one IR-sensitive monochrome camera and one integrated
panel of Infrared LEDs. The license plate capture camera
produces optimum license plate images during day and night
settings in all-weather conditions. The camera has optical
filtering technology that help block out unwanted ambient light
such as headlamps or sunlight, thus ensuring no bloomed-out
or washed-out images of the license plates.
The REG-L1 camera you have purchased is designed and
configured to capture images of license plates under a wide
range of ambient light to weather conditions.
The all-weather housing with a covert acrylic window contains
all the electronics. Low voltage operation, low power
consumption, LED illuminator, and solid-state CCD
technology make this camera very reliable and efficient.
A voltage regulator circuit allows for DC or AC operation
between 12 and 24 VAC/VDC. It also provides protection
from voltage surges, transient spikes, and reversed voltage.

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UNPACKING
Care should be taken when unpacking the shipped unit.
Check the parts list and confirm all items have been
located. Inspect the equipment thoroughly to ensure
nothing was damaged in transit.
Contact BOSCH Service Center if a problem is noted,
see the rear page of this booklet for contact numbers.
PARTS LIST (items supplied with unit)
-REG-L1 camera assembly
-Installation Instructions booklet
ITEMS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION (not
supplied with units)
•Mounting hardware
•Mounting tools
•Proper Power Supply

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INITIAL PREPARATIONS
•Determine the operating voltage at the
installation site. The camera‘s Voltage Regulator
Board accepts both 12-24VDC and VAC input
without change to internal connections.
See Section 2, Input Power/Video Output
Connections.
•Determine the optimum location for the camera.
See Section 3, Mounting Specification.
•All cameras have been tested prior to shipment.
After the wiring has been reconnected, it is
advisable to check the camera’s operation
before installation.
Note: To ensure the camera is working, you must
use a retro reflective license plate.
GUIDELINES
The installation of the REG-L1 camera is explained in
Sections 1 to 3.
It is important that these steps are followed and practice
proper installation procedures with proper safety
equipment.

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1. MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS – REG L1
(See Section 5 - General Specifications, for more information)
Front View SideView
Bottom View
*Optional mounting kits: EXMB028 or EXMB029
Figure 1 General Mechanical Specifications

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2. INPUT POWER / VIDEO OUTPUT
CONNECTIONS
The camera unit is pre-connected with an
electrically isolated power board for 12 to 24
VDC/VAC operation with no wiring change or
wiring polarity.
Note:
Input voltage is 12VDC to 24VDC for DC input.
The AC input range is 12VAC to 24VAC.
Figure 2 Power and Video Connections
Power Input
Leads 12 to 24
VDC/VAC
Video-Out BNC
Connector

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3. MOUNTING SPECIFICATION
Caution: Install with appropriate screws to suit
mounting surface. Select a suitable location that is
protected from accidental damage, tampering and
environmental conditions exceeding the camera’s
specifications.
See page 13.
Caution: Ensure the selected location is protected
from falling objects, accidental contact with moving
objects, and unintentional interference from
personnel. Follow all applicable building codes.
The following installation guidelines must be
followed:
•Locate the camera such that it cannot be easily
interfered with, either intentionally or accidentally.
•Select a mounting surface capable of supporting
the combined weight of the camera and mounting
hardware under all expected conditions of
vibration and temperature.
•Secure all cabling.

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The REG-L1 units have a recommended operation range
with specified optimal capture distance for each model as
shown below. Any number plate recognition installation
should also aim to control the traffic through a lane.
Model Range, ‘R’ Optimal
Distance*
REG-L1-816 12 – 22 ft | 3.7 – 6.7 m 16 ft | 4.9 m
REG-L1-825 20 – 34 ft | 6.1 – 10.4 m 25 ft | 7.6 m
REG-L1-835 27 ft – 48 ft | 8.2 – 14.6 m 35 ft | 10.7 m
REG-L1-850 40 ft – 68 ft | 12.2 – 20.7 m 50 ft | 15.2 m
REG-L1-875 55 ft – 80 ft | 16.8 – 24.4 m 75 ft | 22.9 m
ranges (for use with number plates of size 12in x 6in (305mm x
152mm) – common in North America.
Model Range, ‘R’ Optimal
Distance*
REG-L1-812 10 – 20 ft | 3 – 6 m 16 ft | 5 m
REG-L1-816 16 – 26 ft | 5 – 8 m 23 ft | 7 m
REG-L1-825 23 – 40 ft | 7 – 12 m 33 ft |10 m
REG-L1-835 34 – 60 ft | 11 – 18 m 50 ft | 15 m
REG-L1-850 56 – 82 ft | 17 – 25 m 72 ft | 22 m
REG-L1-875 72 – 100 ft | 22 – 30 m 92 ft | 28 m
ranges for use with number plates of size 20.6in x 4.4in (524mm
x 112mm) – common in the UK.
Figure 3 REG-L1 Range Chart
* Optimal distance calculated to allow license
plates of 120 pixels wide. Most DVR application

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can provide readable plates larger than 80
pixels depending on level of image compression
set on DVR.
The maximum angle of the unit to the car is 40º.
This is both horizontally and vertically. This
limits the amount of skew of the letters on the
number plate. If the letters are skewed too much
they will start to become unrecognizable and will
reduce automatic software recognition rates.
Figure 4 Maximum Vertical Angle
Height
‘H’
Range ‘R’
Max
40ْ
Horizontal Distance ‘D’
REG

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Max
40ْ
Figure 5 Maximum Horizontal Angle
If the maximum range is exceeded the letters will
become smaller and be more difficult to read. At the
max range the width of the number plate covers
approximately 12% of the width of the screen.
Note: The ‘R’, Range is the distance from the
camera to the license plate. Working below max
range gives larger number plates and hence
more accurate recognition but less lane area to
be covered. If too close the license plate could
disappear from the Field-of-View, especially for
side-mounted plates.
Range ‘R’

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4. TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
LIKELY SOLUTION
No Video
1. Power
Supply
Connection
Voltage
Range
2. Video
Connections
Check the input
power connections at
the terminal block,
ensuring no wires are
loose.
The supply range is:
12 - 24VDC OR
12 – 24VAC.
Measure the voltage
at the terminal block.
Determine if the
wiring polarity at the
“Video Connector”
terminal block is
correct.
Check BNC
connector.
If still no video,
connect the camera

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Horizontal
Scan
Lines,
Rolling Up
or Down
Negative,
scrambled,
or faded
image
Ground
Looping on
video cable
Low voltage
directly to the
monitor. Check the
video signal. If okay,
the problem is with
the interconnections.
If still no video,
contact BOSCH
Service Center. See
rear page of this
manual for contact
information.
Check the coax cable
shield is not touching
“ground”, e.g. at the
couplings.
An electrically
isolated circuit board
or isolation
transformer may be
required.
Check voltage at
input power cable.
Must be
>12VDC/VAC.
Video leads reversed
connection.

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Safety and Precaution
“Prolonged direct viewing of the REG-L1 camera product
at any distance does not pose a hazard to the retina or
cornea.”
When mounting and installing the REG-L1 camera, make
sure proper safety equipment and procedures are used
and practiced. This is to ensure the camera installation
will not potentially cause any harm to people around the
area and also the installer will be safe while performing the
installation.
Only qualified personnel shall install any Bosch Security
Systems, Inc. product. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. will
not be responsible for injuries or damages resulting from
the improper installation or use of any product sold by
Bosch Security Systems, Inc., their agents, distributors or
dealers.

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5. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power Consumption: 24W Max.
Input Voltage: 12 – 24 VDC to
12 – 24 VAC
Enclosure (housing): Aluminum casting and
extrusion (sealed to
IP66 / NEMA4)
Viewing Window: Black Acrylic
Dimensions: 130mm H( 5.12” )
134.5mm W( 5.30” )
212mm L( 8.35” )
Operational
Temperatures: -500 C to +500C
Weight: 2.2kg (4.9 lbs.)
Subject to change without notice.

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