Bosch VG4 Series User manual

AUTODOME Bubble Replace-
ment (VG4, VG5, or 7000 Ser-
ies)
VGA-BUBBLE│VGA-BUBHD

en Installation Manual

Table of contents
1AUTODOME Bubble Replacement 4
1.1 Unpacking 4
1.2 Parts List 5
1.3 Tools Required 6
2Bubble Handling and Cleaning 7
2.1 Handling 7
2.2 Cleaning 7
2.2.1 Cleaning the Bubble Interior 7
2.2.2 Cleaning the Bubble Exterior 8
3Replacing an AUTODOME Bubble 9
3.1 Replacing an In-ceiling Rugged Polycarbonate Bubble 13
3.2 Replacing an In-ceiling Acrylic Bubble 15
3.3 Replacing an In-ceiling HD Acrylic Bubble 16
3.4 Replacing a Pendant Bubble 17
AUTODOME Bubble
Replacement (VG4, VG5,
or 7000 Series)
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AUTODOME Bubble Replacement
This guide provides instructions for replacing a bubble on an
AUTODOME camera (of VG4 Series, VG5 Series, or 7000 Series)
with in-ceiling or pendant housing. The guide also includes
important information about handling and cleaning the bubble.
Replacement bubbles are made of either Polycarbonate or
Acrylic. Rugged polycarbonate bubbles provide high impact
resistance, and are comparable to glass or acrylic, although their
surface is much softer. High-resolution acrylic bubbles offer
enhanced image clarity for high-resolution images but are low-
impact.
!
Warning!
High-resolution acrylic bubbles are not permitted to be used
with a VG4 Pressurized Environmental Housing. If not avoided,
this application could result in bodily injury and damage to the
camera.
!
Warning!
Polycarbonate bubbles are not recommended for use in HD
AUTODOMES, due to optical quality degradation.
Unpacking
This equipment should be unpacked and handled with care. If an
item appears to have been damaged in shipment, notify the
shipper immediately.
Verify that all the parts listed in the Parts List below are
included. If any items are missing, notify your Bosch Security
Systems Sales or Customer Service Representative.
The original packing carton is the safest container in which to
transport the unit and must be used if returning the unit for
service. Save it for possible future use.
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Parts List
The following table lists the available bubbles:
Part
Numbers
Notes
In-ceiling Bubbles
Clear high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CCLA
Includes small rings
(Bubble comes assembled with
a white ring; if you want a black
ring, you must swap the ring.)
Fits any small in-ceiling can for
the following models: VG4,
VG5-1xx, VG5-6xx, 7000 Series.
Tinted high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CTIA
Clear rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CCLR
Bubble only; you must reuse the
rings that came with the unit.
Tinted rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CTIR
Bubble only; you must reuse the
rings that came with the unit.
Clear high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBLRG-
CCLA
Includes large rings for large in-
ceiling can
Only usable for AUTODOME 700
models (VG5-7xx-)
Tinted high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBLRG-
CTIA
Clear HD high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-BUBHD-
CCLA
Includes small rings
Inner ring is part of the bubble,
cannot be separated from it.
(Bubble comes assembled with
a white ring; if you want a black
ring, you must swap the ring.)
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Part
Numbers
Notes
Tinted HD high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-BUBHD-
CTIA
Fits any small in-ceiling can for
the following models: VG4,
VG5-1xx, VG5-6xx, 7000 Series.
Pendant Bubbles
Clear high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
PCLA
Bubble only
Tinted high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
PTIA
Bubble only
Clear rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
PCLR
Bubble only
Tinted rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
PTIR
Bubble only
Tools Required
– Phillips screwdriver - P1 or smaller (in-ceiling)
– Small, straight-blade screwdriver - 2 mm (pendant)
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Bubble Handling and Cleaning
Rugged polycarbonate or high-resolution acrylic replacement
bubbles require special care when handling and cleaning to
avoid scratches.
!
Warning!
High-resolution acrylic bubbles are not permitted to be used
with a Pressurized Environmental Housing. If not avoided, this
application could result in bodily injury and damage to the
camera.
Handling
The bubble is packaged with a protective plastic sheet. It is
recommended that the bubble remain stored this way until it is
ready to install. Limit handling the bubble, as any scratches can
quickly affect visibility.
Cleaning
If cleaning the bubble is required, use the following procedures
and comply with all the warnings listed below.
Cleaning the Bubble Interior
The extremely soft interior surface should not be cleaned by
rubbing or dusting with a cloth. Use clean dry compressed air,
preferably from a spray can, to remove any dust from the
interior surface.
!
Warning!
Do not use alcohol-based solutions to clean the bubble. This
will cause the polycarbonate to cloud and over time cause
stress aging, which makes the bubble brittle.
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Cleaning the Bubble Exterior
The exterior of the bubble is hard coated for extra protection. If
cleaning becomes necessary, only use cleaning solutions and
cloths suitable for cleaning safety glass lenses. Dry the bubble
thoroughly with a dry nonabrasive cloth to prevent water spots.
Never scrub the bubble with any abrasive material or cleaners.
Do:
– Do use the Bosch recommended NOVUS No. 1 Plastic Clean
& Shine (or equivalent), according to manufacturer’s
instructions.
Do Not:
– Do Not use abrasive or highly alkaline cleaners on the
bubble.
– Do Not scrape the bubble with razor blades or other sharp
instruments.
– Do Not use Benzene, Gasoline, Acetone, or Carbon
Tetrachloride on the bubble.
– Do Not clean bubbles in the hot sun or on very hot days.
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Replacing an AUTODOME Bubble
The following table identifies the bubbles that are compatible
with models of AUTODOME in-ceiling cameras.
Customer’s Camera
Model
[In-Ceiling]
Desired Type of
Bubble
Bubble Part
Number
Trim Ring
A model with part
number “VG4-“,
“VG5-1xx”, or
“VG5-6xx”
(with previous
versions of
polycarbonate bubble
rings)
Clear high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CCLA
1. Includes
small rings
(Bubble
comes
assembled
with white
ring; if you
want black
ring, you
must swap
the ring.)
Fits any
small in-
ceiling can.
Tinted high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CTIA
Clear rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CCLR
2. Bubble
only; if you
have a
tinted
bubble but
want to use
a clear one,
you must
reuse the
ring that
came with
the tinted
bubble.
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Tinted rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CTIR
3. Bubble
only; if you
have a clear
bubble but
want to use
a tinted one,
you must
reuse the
ring that
came with
the clear
bubble.
Clear HD high-
resolution acrylic
VGA-BUBHD-
CCLA
4. Includes
small rings
Inner ring is
part of the
bubble,
cannot be
separated
from it.
Tinted HD high-
resolution acrylic
VGA-BUBHD-
CTIA
A model with part
number “VG5-7xx-“
(with previous
versions of
polycarbonate bubble
rings (large))
Clear rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CCLR
2. (See
above.)
Tinted rugged
polycarbonate
VGA-
BUBBLE-
CTIR
3. (See
above.)
Clear high-resolution
acrylic
VGA-
BUBLRG-
CCLA
5. Includes
large rings
Only
required for
AUTODOME
700 models
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