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The IP AutoDome® incorporates a network video server in the IP module. The primary function of the server is to encode video and control data for transmission over a TCP/IP network. The IP AutoDome also allows an operator to update the AutoDome firmware via the TCP/IP network. This chapter applies to a VG4 100, 200, 300, or 500i Series AutoDome with an IP Communications Module. Two versions of the IP Communication Module exist and you must identify the module your application uses. The hardware version of the IP Communications Module used in your IP camera determines which service pack you must use to update the camera firmware.
Refer to the AutoDome Modular Camera System Installation Manual, the 100 Series User’s Manual and the 200, 300, 500i Series User’s Manual for specific instructions on configuring the IP AutoDome camera.
The latest VG4 service pack is available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. To download the service pack from the Web, navigate to www.boschsecurity.us, click the CCTV link, then click Cameras, PTZ and navigate to the product page for your AutoDome. Then click the Software tab on the product page.
To update firmware on a
CAUTION! If a service pack contains an upgrade to the IP firmware file (Vip_x_app1.fw), you
!must upgrade the IP firmware before you perform any other firmware update. (For example, before uploading SCBootApp.g4i or SCMain.g4i).
1.1 | Determining the IP Communications Module |
Each IP AutoDome contains a communication module that encodes the video signal for transfer over an IP network. Two versions of the IP Communication Module exist:
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Separate service packs exist for the
Bosch Security Systems, Inc. | Firmware Update Manual | F.01U.097.269 1.06 2011.09 |
