Bosch REG-X User manual

INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
REG-X

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MAN-REG-X-07
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

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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.

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IMPORTANT
For best results, please read this Instruction Booklet prior
to installing the REG-X camera.
WARNING !
CSA Certified / UL Listed CLASS 2 power adaptors must
be used in order to comply with electrical safety standards.
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.
EU Directives covered by this declaration:
72/9/EC Low Voltage Directives
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

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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 it's 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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INDEX – REG-X Camera
Description………………………………………………...7
Unpacking………………………………………………....8
Parts List…………………………………………………..8
Items Required for Installation…………………………..8
Initial Preparations………………………………………..9
Guidelines………………………………………………....9
1. Mechanical Specifications REG-X…………..…….10
2. Input Power / Video Output Connections…………11
3. Mounting Specification………..……………………12
4. Camera Adjustment………………………………...16
5. Troubleshooting Guide…...………………….……..17
6. General specifications…………..………….………20

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DESCRIPTION
The REG-X 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
technology that helps block out unwanted light such as
headlamps or sunlight, thus ensuring no bloomed-out or
washed-out images of the license plates.
The REG-X camera you have purchased is designed and
configured to capture images of license plates under a
wide range of ambient light and 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.
See the Light. Get the Picture.®

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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-X camera assembly
-Adjustment hex key
-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.
To verify the camera is operational when
connected to a power supply and monitor, a
retro reflective license plate should be placed in
view of the camera to see a license plate image
otherwise the image may appear dark or black.
Note: The camera has been optimized to capture
vehicle license plates of moving vehicles under all
lighting conditions.
GUIDELINES
The installation of the REG-X 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 X
(See Section 6 - General Specifications, for more information)
Front View Side View
Bottom View
Showing mounting holes
*Optional mounting kit is available to mount the camera onto an
electrical box; Part Number: WZMB.001
Figure 1 - General Mechanical Specifications

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2. INPUT POWER / VIDEO OUTPUT
CONNECTIONS
The camera incorporates an electrically isolated
power board for safe and easy 12 to 24
VDC/VAC operation.
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
protected from accidental damage, and tampering.
Mounting location must not expose the REG-X
camera to environmental conditions exceeding the
camera’s specification. See page 20.
Caution: Ensure the selected location is protected
from falling objects, contact with moving objects, and
accidental interference from personnel. Please follow
all applicable building regulatory 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.
•When setting up the camera, it would be helpful
to have a vehicle parked at the position you want
to capture the license plate.

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The REG-X units have a horizontal field of view of about
6ft – 8ft (1.8m – 2.4m) at the specified capture range
distance for the REG-X as shown on Figure 3 below.
Since most vehicles have license plates mounted in the
center of the front or back and the normal width for a
standard traffic lane in a controlled parking or access lane
is 8ft to 10ft (2.4m – 3.0m) this ensures that the license
plate is in view whatever the position of the vehicle within
the lane. If the traffic lane is wider than 10ft (3m) it is
advisable to implement traffic guides to control the
vehicles moving through the lane.
Model Range Optimal Range*
REG-X 15ft – 25ft
4.5m – 7.6m
20ft
6m
Figure 3 - REG-X Range Chart
* Optimal range calculated with a 6ft (1.8m) lane width
for field of view to capture license plates of 120 pixels
wide for North American license plates. Most DVR
application can provide readable plates larger than 80
pixels depending on level of image compression set
on DVR.

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The maximum angle of the camera to the car is 40º
in combination of both horizontal and vertical angles.
This limits the amount of skew of the letters on the
number plate. If the letters are skewed too much the
license plate will be difficult to recognize.
Figure 4 - Maximum Vertical Angle
Height
Range
Max
40ْ
Horizontal Distance
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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 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.
Range

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4. CAMERA ADJUSTMENT
Figure 6 - Adjustment Set Screws
1) Mount and secure the REG-X unit according
to specification (see Section 3).
2) Using the provided hex key, loosen all three
set screws on bracket as shown in Fig 6.
3) Adjust the camera position to properly level
the license plate image as seen on the
monitor.
4) Tighten all the set screws.
Warning!
Do not pan or
twist beyond 360°
Do not tilt beyond
90°
Do not apply
excessive force
when adjusting

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5. 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 input
voltage to the camera.
Determine if the wiring
polarity at the “Video
Connector” terminal
block is correct.
Check BNC connector.
If still no video,
connect the camera
directly to the monitor.
Check the video
signal. If okay, the

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Horizontal
Scan
Lines,
Rolling Up
or Down
Negative,
scrambled,
or faded
image
Ground
Looping on
video cable
Low voltage
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.
Check Video
connection leads are
not reversed.

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Safety and Precaution
“Prolonged direct viewing of the REG-X camera product at
any distance does not pose a hazard to the retina or
cornea.”
When mounting and installing the REG-X 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 Bosch Security
System, Inc. product. Bosch Security System, Inc. will not
be responsible for injuries or damages resulting from the
improper installation or use of any product sold by Bosch
Security System, Inc., their agents, distributors or dealers.

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6. GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Power Consumption: 6.5W max
Input Voltage: 12 – 24 VDC or
12 – 24 VAC
Enclosure (housing): Robust Aluminum
extrusion (sealed to
IP66)
Viewing Window: Black Acrylic
Dimensions: 98mm Diameter (3.8”)
219mmLength (8.6”)
(Length includes stand)
Operational
Temperatures: -30º C to + 40º C
(-22º F to + 104º F)
Weight: 1.24kg (2.73 lbs)
Certification CE
All specifications subject to change without notice.