Bosch VDN-498V03-21S User manual

Dinion and FlexiDome analog camera family
Reveal every detail with 2X camera technology
A complete range of fixed-body and fixed dome surveillance cameras

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Revealing the Dinion and
FlexiDome camera family
Reveal the details of your surveillance images with Dinion and FlexiDome cameras from Bosch. When
clarity counts, you can rely on cameras to give you the best level of detail to match your application,
and your budget.
Whatever your surveillance application demands, there’s a solution to meet your needs in the family of
analog cameras. The range includes our advanced Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X models together with
the high performance DinionXF and FlexiDomeXF and professional standard Dinion, FlexiDomeXT+
and FlexiDome VF cameras. There’s a choice of color or monochrome options, as well as complete
FlexiDome camera systems incorporating the same, excellent technology.
Just as the primary colors red, green and blue combine
to make white light, you can combine Dinion cameras
to meet every application’s need.
DinionDinion 2X
DinionXF

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Giving you a clearer view in the most difficult locations,
our Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X cameras bring the
highest level of image quality to your surveillance
applications.
Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X Day/Night images in all
conditions
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.
DinionXF and FlexiDomeXF – color performance even
in difficult lighting
Reveal details conventional color cameras miss.
The DinionXF and FlexiDomeXF combine 15-bit digital
video processing with XF-Dynamic to deliver very good
picture performance in a range of color applications.
Dinion 2X and FlexiDome 2X
the clearest images, day or night
Dinion and FlexiDome - professional performers
In locations well lit by natural or artificial lighting,
our 10-bit Dinion and FlexiDome cameras are the ideal
solution. These professional-standard CCTV cameras
deliver crisp, clear pictures and high quality images
you can rely on.
1 Bit 3 Bit 10 Bit
Dinion
FlexiDome
15 Bit
DinionXF
FlexiDomeXF
20 Bit
Dinion 2X
FlexiDome 2X
Image processing
FlexiDome Series

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Need a dome camera with the highest quality surveillance
images? Look no further than the FlexiDome 2X Day/
Night solution. It combines the exacting performance
of our advanced Dinion 2X DSP and WDR sensor with
a very tough, yet stylish, dome.
FlexiDome 2X camera
the finest image quality, day or night
Tough enough for almost any application
From arctic temperatures to blazing sun or heavy rain, the
FlexiDome 2X system handles it all. It’s strong too, able
to cope with rough treatment in demanding locations.
Clear images in very difficult lighting
Strong backlighting or high contrast scenes are
no problem for the camera’s wide dynamic range
performance, while low light situations are handled
easily by its highly sensitive CCD sensor, ensuring
high quality image capture day or night.
Day/Night operation
with infrared light
Impact resistant bubble
and construction exceeding
IK10 rating (> 50 Joules of
energy)
Privacy masking to hide
sensitive scene content
Smart BLC with automatic
configuration for easy setup
Back of camera completely sealed
against water, dust and other
contaminants (IP66/NEMA4X
environmental rating) for easy
installation and camera integrity

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CCTV 20-bit image processing
Bosch‘s 2X DSP and proprietary wide dynamic range
(WDR) CCD sensor produce 20-bit image processing
See more in harsh lighting conditions
The superior WDR handling for all lighting conditions
reveals details previously unseen in 24 hour
applications using pixel by pixel analysis
Smart backlight compensation (BLC)
Simply turn Smart BLC on and the camera will
automatically compensate the image without
compromising WDR
Detail enhancement
AutoBlack applies enhancement to the whole scene,
while sharpness automatically enhances each pixel
Guaranteed performance around the clock
See clear images both day and night as the 2X image
processing dynamically adapts to scene changes.
There‘s also compensation for IR illumination
Convenience of a complete package
Stylish, rugged dome, advanced FlexiDome 2X camera
and choice of optimized, high-speed lenses
Discreet surveillance
Aesthetic design style, easy to install
Suitable for locations exposed to the elements
Weather resistant, IP66 / NEMA4X environmental
rating against dust, water and other contaminants.
The surface mount box (SMB) offers complete IP66
protection for the power and video cables
No application is too tough!
Impact resistant bubble and construction exceeding
IK10 rating (> 50 Joules of energy)
Typical applications:
Entrance foyer/lobby with glass
Warehouses and loading bays
Prisons and correctional facilities
Airport locations including:
– baggage handling
– fuel and equipment storage
Stadium

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FlexiDomeXF camera –
discreet surveillance, virtually anywhere
The FlexiDomeXF camera features the award-winning
performance of our proprietary 15-bit imaging
technology. FlexiDomeXF comes in a range of domes
that are tough enough for almost any situation,
yet stylish enough to be mounted in any location.
Discreet and secure
The FlexiDomeXF camera gives you the discreet,
attractive appearance and robustness of a dome,
combined with FlexiDomeXF camera performance.
Able to cope with difficult lighting conditions,
you can put these compact, integrated dome
solutions in many applications.
Sharp images, whatever the lighting
Default shutter automatically chooses between a fast
or standard shutter speed. In normal light, the fast
shutter captures movement without blurring, while
the standard shutter maintains the camera’s full
sensitivity in low light conditions
Clearer detail where it matters most in the image
Programmable backlight compensation (BLC)
Convenience of a complete package
Stylish, rugged dome, advanced FlexiDomeXF
camera and choice of optimized lenses
Suitable for exposed locations, from arctic
conditions to blazing sun or heavy rain
Weather resistant, IP66 / NEMA4X environmental
rating against dust, water and other contaminants
No application is too tough!
Impact resistant bubble and construction exceeding
IK10 rating (> 50 Joules of energy)
Typical applications:
Stairwells and staircases
Elevators/lifts
High security storage such as bank vaults
Car parks (indoor)
Hotels, bars and nightclubs
Hospitals and medical centres Default shutter
to capture fast
moving objects
NightSense extends
operational sensitivity
SensUp for
improved
sensitivity

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Great for discreet outdoor surveillance, our
FlexiDomeXT+ camera makes an extremely affordable
solution for well lit applications. It combines renowned
Dinion performance and 10-bit image processing in a
tough dome. Or, if you don’t need the weather-resistant
capabilities, our FlexiDomeVF model offers the ideal
indoor alternative.
Easier installation
As complete solutions, these compact and integrated
cameras make system design and installation simple
and quick.
FlexiDomeXT+ camera –
Dinion performance in a dome
Suitable for locations exposed to the elements,
from arctic conditions to blazing sun or heavy rain
Weather resistant, IP66 / NEMA4X environmental
rating (FlexiDomeXT+)
More precise recognition
Superior image quality given by 540 TVL
Convenience of a complete package
Stylish, rugged dome, advanced FlexiDome camera
and choice of optimized lenses
No application is too tough!
Impact resistant bubble and construction exceeding
IK10 impact rating (> 50 Joules of energy)
Programmable
Use the camera key buttons, OSD or Bilinx remote
connection for easy camera set-up
Typical Applications:
Museums and art galleries
Shopping centres (general surveillance)
Offices and shop queuing zones
Climate controlled and illuminated rooms
Hallways/corridors
Schools, colleges and universities
Bilinx for remote setup
over the coaxial cable
Patented dome shape for
90° vertical view – to view
along a ceiling or surface
540 TVL resolution AutoBlack to
improve contrast

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Putting your FlexiDome
camera to work
Want to know which type of FlexiDome solution to use in your applications? You’ll find just a few ideas on this page.
Camera image
Lifts & entranceways.
Backlit areas make the area of interest dark,
hiding features. Compensate with smart
backlight compensation (BLC).
FlexiDome 2X gives you the best results,
but FlexiDomeXF may also be used if
conditions are not too severe.
Pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
Need sharp images in busy locations?
Combine high dynamic range with
colour sensitivity.
Use our 20-bit FlexiDome 2X for 24/7
performance.
Other cameras
Human eyeHigh quality FlexiDome 2X camera image
Other cameras
Human eyeHigh quality FlexiDome 2X camera image
Note: All pictures have been simulated but show typical performance results.

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Putting your FlexiDome
camera to work
Camera image
Fuel storage.
Details can be hidden in shadow and difficult to
see with all the movement. Use cameras with XF
Dynamic.
FlexiDomeXF. Alternatively use FlexiDome 2X
when views are of particularly high contrast.
Reception centre.
Lots of activity requires a detailed, sharp picture
over the whole scene. Use cameras with 540 TVL
resolution.
Featuring 540 TVL, FlexiDome (including
FlexiDome 2X and FlexiDomeXF) offers
discreet surveillance.
Other cameras
Human eyeHigh quality FlexiDomeXF camera image
Other cameras
Human eyeHigh quality FlexiDome 2X camera image

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The flagship of the Dinion range, the 20-bit Dinion 2X
Day/Night camera gives you a powerful solution capable
of handling the most demanding lighting situations,
24 hours a day. Optimized for both natural and artificial
light, this flexible fixed-body camera ensures you always
get the best results, whatever your specific requirements.
Bosch 2X image processing is 32 times more powerful
than DinionXF‘s 15-bit capabilities!
Smart backlight compensation, 6 user-programmable
modes and a built-in test pattern generator offer easy,
out-of-the-box installation.
Better than the naked eye
Strong backlighting or high contrast scenes are
no problem for the camera’s wide dynamic range
performance, while low light situations are handled easily
by its highly sensitive CCD sensor. Fully automatic detail
enhancement analyzes the image pixel by pixel. In very
difficult lighting, the Dinion 2X produces images that
reveal details which cannot be seen by the human eye.
Dinion 2X advanced smart
surveillance camera
Revealing detail in the most extreme lighting
CCTV cameras are often used in harsh lighting, where
the difference between the brightest and the darkest
parts of a scene can be extreme. To help Dinion 2X
produce a clear picture in these conditions the camera’s
CCD sensor generates two images: one long exposure
to resolve details in the scene’s darkest areas, and one
short exposure to resolve details in the scene’s brightest
areas. The Dinion 2X DSP combines these ‘dual shutter’
images, mixing pixels from each exposure to produce
the most detailed image possible.
2X Dynamic for pixel by
pixel image enhancement
High efficiency power-
supply to improve maximum
operating temperature
Smart BLC with automatic
configuration for easy setup
Privacy masking to hide
sensitive scene content
Removable connectors
make cable connection
easier, even when the
camera is already mounted
Day/Night operation
with switching IR filter

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CCTV 20-bit image processing
Bosch‘s 2X DSP and proprietary wide dynamic range
(WDR) CCD sensor produce 20-bit image processing
See more in harsh lighting conditions
The superior WDR handling for all lighting
conditions reveals details previously unseen in
24 hour applications using pixel by pixel analysis
Smart backlight compensation (BLC)
Simply turn Smart BLC on and the camera will
automatically compensate the image without
compromising WDR
Detail enhancement
AutoBlack applies enhancement to the whole scene,
while sharpness automatically enhances each pixel
Guaranteed performance around the clock
See clear images both day and night as the 2X image
processing dynamically adapts to scene changes.
There‘s also compensation for IR illumination
Easy cable compensation, even when camera
is mounted
Removable power and alarm cable connectors
Takes the heat
High efficiency power supply improves maximum
operating temperature and increases product lifetime
Wide user compatibility
Multi-language OSD (On-Screen Display)
Hide any part of a scene
Privacy zones allow you to block specific parts
of a scene
Built in test pattern generator (TPG)
Produce signals to test and fault-find cables
Typical applications:
Entrance foyer/lobby with glass
Outdoor perimeters
– low light / IR light
Traffic monitoring
– highway intersections / emergency response
Tunnels
Car parks (outdoor)
Restricted access locations such as:
– prisons / ports / freight terminals / military
facilities / border control and homeland security
Casino and gambling centres

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The DinionXF fixed-body camera combines 15-bit digital
video processing with XF-Dynamic to delivery very good
color picture performance even under difficult lighting
conditions.
Extra detail in bright and dark scenes
DinionXF cameras are ideal indoors or outdoors, with
either artificial or natural lighting. Our color models
perform when there is at least a low level of natural
lighting, while our B/W models give better results in
artificial light, such as IR illumination.
The natural choice
DinionXF is the natural choice for high-performance
professional surveillance systems. Its many image
enhancement features ensure great performance,
straight from the box.
DinionXF high performance
smart surveillance camera
Vivid video pictures
Capture more true-to-life images – the DinionXF’s
15-bit processing power generates images that are 32
times better than those of standard 10-bit cameras
Good WDR handling
The DinionXF provides good WDR performance to suit
less harsh lighting conditions
Sharp images, whatever the lighting
In normal light, the fast default shutter captures
movement without blurring, while the standard
shutter maintains the camera’s full sensitivity in
low light conditions
Optimize picture quality in the image’s area
of interest
Programmable backlight compensation (BLC)
Flexible control over greater distances
Built-in cable compensation (RG59 = 650 m;
RG6 = 1 km)
Typical applications:
City surveillance and public spaces
Public transport terminals
– train stations / bus stations
Commercial and government buildings
Warehouses (general surveillance)
Default shutter to capture
fast moving objects
NightSense extends
operational sensitivity
Cable compensation
for extended distancesAlarm I/O to control
camera modes
XF Dynamic to reveal
details in dark areas

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In locations well lit by natural or artificial lighting,
our 10-bit Dinion cameras are the ideal solution.
A professional-standard CCTV camera that delivers
crisp, clear pictures, Dinion gives you high quality
images you can rely on.
Benefit from Dinion technology
Dinion cameras deliver excellent video images. They also
share many of the benefits of Dinion technology found on
our higher-end XF and 2X models. This includes 540 TVL,
Lens Wizard, Automatic Lens Detection and ease of
set-up.
Indoors or outdoors
Whether indoors or outdoors, see the difference with our
Dinion cameras.
Dinion camera:
a professional performer
More precise recognition
Superior image quality given by 540 TVL
Keeping the picture bright in fading light
When the sun goes down, your picture quality won’t!
NightSense recognizes fading light and automatically
switches to monochrome
Details stay clear when visibility is low
AutoBlack enhances picture contrast, counteracting
fog, glare or smoke
Installation couldn’t be easier
Buttons for local set-up, automatic lens detection
and Bilinx remote control make installation simple
and easy
Easy set up
Lens Wizard lets you correctly set the lens without
neutral density filters
Typical applications:
Office space
Airports (indoor, general surveillance)
‘Mantrap’/security tunnel
Service counters e.g. bank tellers
Petrol/gas station
Self storage units
Automatic lens detection
Cable compensation
for extended distances
SensUp for improved
sensitivity
AutoBlack to
improve contrast
Lens Wizard for
quick back focus
540 TVL resolution

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Want to know which type of Dinion fixed-body solution to use in your applications? You’ll find just a few ideas
on this page.
Putting your Dinion
camera to work
Camera image
Warehouse entrance or exit.
Brings out the details with our high
sensitivity solutions using smart BLC.
For best color results use Dinion 2X,
incorporating 20-bit DSP with WDR sensor.
Perimeter fences.
At night or in dark environments, cameras still
need to produce clear images. Our Day/Night
feature is the answer.
Dinion 2X image enhancements include Day/Night
and IR contrast for IR light sources. Also available
in our FlexiDome 2X dome system.
Human eye
Other cameras
High quality Dinion 2X camera image
Human eye
Other cameras
High quality Dinion 2X camera image
Note: All pictures have been simulated but show typical performance results.

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Camera image
City surveillance and buildings.
Good quality images under artificial lighting
situations are critical for security staff and police.
15-bit DinionXF (color) is great in these
situations.
Offices and service counters.
Many applications require effective surveillance
at an affordable price. In well-lit areas, you
can still benefit from Dinion performance and
features.
Our mid-range 10-bit Dinion cameras offer you
excellent all-round performance while reducing
overall system costs.
Human eye
Other cameras
High quality Dinion camera image
Other cameras
Human eyeHigh quality DinionXF camera image

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2X Advanced performance
FlexiDome 2X
1/3"
Dinion 2X
1/3"
Dinion 2X
1/2"
Features
TVL 540 540 540
Image processing 20 bit 20 bit 16 bit*
Dynamic range 120 dB 120 dB 96 dB
Backlight compensation Smart Smart Smart
Dual exposure CCD • •
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
2X Dynamic • •
XF Dynamic •••
# Operation modes 6 6 6
True Day/Night •••
Default shutter •••
Lens Wizard •••
AutoBlack •••
Auto lens detection •••
Privacy zones •••
TPG (Test Pattern Generator) •••
Bilinx •••
3 Year warranty •••
Operating temperature -50 to 55°C / -58 to 131°F -20 to 55°C / -4 to 131°F -20 to 55°C / -4 to 131°F
Dust / water protection IP66 / NEMA4X
Impact protection Exceeds IK10 (> 50 Joules)
High performance Professional performance
FlexiDomeXF 1/3" DinionXF
1/3"
DinionXF
1/2"
FlexiDomeXT+
1/3"
FlexiDome VF
1/3"
Dinion
1/3"
Features
TVL 540 540 540 Up to 540 Up to 540 Up to 540
Image processing 15 bit 15 bit 15 bit 10 bit 10 bit 10 bit
Dynamic range 90 dB 90 dB 90 dB 60 dB 60 dB 60 dB
Backlight compensation Programmable Programmable Programmable Standard Standard Standard
WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)
XF Dynamic •••
# Operation modes 3 3 3 1 1 1
NightSense ••••••
Default shutter •••
Lens Wizard ••••••
AutoBlack ••••••
Auto lens detection ••••••
Bilinx ••••••
3 Year warranty ••••••
Operating temperature -50 to 50°C
-58 to 122°F
-20 to 50°C
-4 to 122°F
-20 to 50°C
-4 to 122°F
-50 to 50°C
-58 to 122°F
-10 to 45°C
+14 to 113°F
-20 to 50°C
-4 to 122°F
Dust / water protection IP66 / NEMA4X IP66 / NEMA4X
Impact protection Exceeds IK10
(> 50 Joules)
Exceeds IK10
(> 50 Joules)
*Maximum performance based on 1/2" CCD

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Bilinx is a major time and labor saver, especially when
cameras are difficult to reach for hands-on servicing or
in environments where you cannot interrupt surveillance.
It reduces the number of steps needed in various
installation and service situations.
Remote camera control over the video cable
Bilinx allows you to control any Dinion analog camera
– including their FlexiDome counterparts – over the video
cable. Embedded in the video signal, this innovative
Bosch technology allows you to check camera status,
change settings and update firmware from your laptop.
It also supports transmission of camera-generated
Video Motion Detection, along with signals from
connected external sources such as door contacts.
Bilinx – the smartest way
to reach your camera
Stay in control
Bilinx does not require any additional or special wiring;
you can use standard coax or passive UTP video cable.
Simply attach the Bilinx dongle to the camera, link to your
PC or laptop, and you can:
Control PTZ including preset positions
Adjust camera and dome configuration settings
Cut and paste settings to multiple cameras
Receive alarm signals and motion detection
Benefits at a glance:
Reduce installation and maintenance costs
Plug&Play – no need to address each camera
Upgrade existing single cable installations easily
Update camera firmware remotely
Remote set-up

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From lenses and mounting brackets to encoders
and digital video recorders (DVRs), Bosch gives you
a complete range of high quality system components
to choose from. Whether adding or upgrading cameras
in an existing system or installing a completely new
system, Bosch can help you to get the best return on
your investment and to save money in the long term.
"The quality remains long after the price is forgotten."
Sir Henry Royce (1863-1930, co-founder of Rolls-Royce Ltd.)
Total system
components
IP based Imaging products
Range of IP network based cameras supporting IVA,
ISCSI recording and PoE
VIP encoders
Add network connection and IVA (Intelligent Video
Analysis) functionality to analog surveillance systems
AutoDome Modular
A comprehensive range of analog and IP network
AutoDomes (PTZ domes) for indoor and outdoor
applications
Extreme CCTV including infrared (IR) and white
light sources
Divar XF and Divar MR
Capture all the details with our top-of-the-line
digital embedded recording solutions
DiBos
Family of PC based Digital Video Recorder and
Transmission Systems
Allegiant
Video switcher/control systems offering full matrix
switching capability
Bosch VMS
Bosch Video Management System lets you control
Bosch CCTV and third party systems using server /
client

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An industry leader in security systems, Bosch sets the
standard others try to reach. We take pride in making
products that uphold the values of the Bosch tradition.
Quality
In Dinion and FlexiDome cameras – as with all Bosch
solutions – high quality comes from meticulous design
and the most rigorous endurance testing. A thorough
development process leaves nothing to chance, ensuring
our products give you precise and dependable perfor-
mance.
Innovation
Our commitment to innovation means we participate in
shaping market and technology changes. By doing so,
we provide our customers with innovative solutions
and ensure the dynamic development of our company.
Reliability
Regardless of the model you choose you can rest assured
that it has been manufactured to the highest design
standards – with reliability standards to match! You have
the reassurance of a full three year warranty, free advance
replacement program and the support of our worldwide
service network.
Sharing with the community
Bosch also puts its values into community action and
takes its social responsibility seriously. Since its founding
in 1964, the Robert Bosch Stiftung has spent many
hundreds of millions of Euros on funding for social
programs. It uses various methods to impact on society
and its practices, and to trigger development and bring
about change.
Value added tradition
"It has always been an unbearable thought to me that
someone could inspect one of my products and find it
inferior in any way. For that reason I have constantly tried
to produce products which withstand the closest scrutiny
– products which prove themselves superior in every
respect…"
Robert Bosch, 1918
(1861-1942, Founder of Robert Bosch GmbH)

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