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Page 1 - Bosch Video Management System

Bosch Video Management System en Operator's Manual

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8 Image pane Displays a camera, a map, an image, a document(HTML file).9 Alarm List windowDisplays all alarms that the system generates.Allows you to

Page 3 - Table of contents

GlossaryAlarm Image windowImage window for displaying one or more AlarmImage panes.Alarm ListWindow in Bosch Video Management System usedto display a

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EncoderChanges an analog stream to a digital stream, e.g.,to integrate analog cameras in a digital system likeBosch Video Management System. Some enco

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of IVA algorithm extensive video material can besearched selectively for objects with specific colorproperties.IVMDIntelligent Video Motion Detection.

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may be used to represent any concept. It consistsof a Management Server, usually ConfigurationClient and multipe Operator Client installations.TCPTran

Page 7 - Using the Help

IndexAaccept new configuration, 24accessing the Help, 7add bookmark, 39alarm cameraanalog monitor, 50Alarm Images window, 27alarm map, 36alarm recordi

Page 8 - Printing the Help

Ggeneral settings, 79HHairline, 89HD camera, 80help, 7, 8help , 7HTML files, 87Iicons, 94Bosch IntuiKey keyboard, 61Image pane, 26, 27, 31, 88in-windo

Page 9 - Introduction

Ssave bookmark, 39searchLogical Tree, 26search for motion, 47, 89searching for Logbook entries, 48, 49, 76, 77sequence, 28shortcuts, 98single framebac

Page 11 - System overview

Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbHRobert-Bosch-Ring 585630 GrasbrunnGermanywww.boschsecurity.com© Bosch Sicherheitssysteme GmbH, 2013

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System overviewIf you plan to install and configure Bosch VMS, participate in a system training on Bosch VMS.Refer to the Release Notes of the current

Page 13 - System overview

Software requirementsSee the data sheet for Bosch VMS.Bosch VMS must not be installed on a computer where you want to install Bosch VMS ArchivePlayer.

Page 14 - Concepts

1 Multi system environment 4 System access point:Server on which logon request of anoperator or installer is processed.2 Single server system 5 Manage

Page 15 - IP camera / encoder

ConceptsThis chapter provides background information on selected issues.Enterprise SystemThe target of a Bosch VMS Enterprise System is to enable a us

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Figure 4.1: Enterprise Scenario 1Management ServerOperator ClientConfiguration ClientIP camera / encoderEnterprise Management Server Bosch Video Mana

Page 17 - Permissions

– Scenario 2: Combination of Enterprise Management Server and Management Server role.In this case the own Management Server must also be part of the E

Page 18 - Server Lookup

Figure 4.3: Classic Scenario 3Management ServerOperator ClientConfiguration ClientIP camera / encoderPermissionsPermissions on an Enterprise SystemFor

Page 19 - Alarm handling

– Device permissions that should be available for operating in an Enterprise ManagementServer are defined on each Management Server.Use Enterprise Acc

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The following image shows an example for Server Lookup in a multi system environment:1 Multi system environment Management Server2 Single server syste

Page 22 - Getting started

Alarm flow1. An alarm occurs in the system.2. Alarm notifications appear in the Alarm Lists of all users configured for this alarm. Alarmvideo is imme

Page 23 - Working offline

Auto pop-up alarmsAlarms can be configured to automatically display (pop up) in the Alarm Image window, basedon the alarm priority. Each user group&ap

Page 24 - Accepting a new configuration

Getting startedThis chapter provides information on how to get started with Bosch VMS and with Bosch VMSArchive PlayerAccessing the systemYou access a

Page 25 - Displaying camera images

– To be sure that your Bosch VMS uses the language that you need, please configure thislanguage in your Configuration Client. See the Online Help for

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– Handling alarms, Alarm List– Indication of recording– Indication of state changes– PTZ control locking– Analog monitor group– ScriptsAccepting a new

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Displaying camera imagesThis chapter provides information on how to display camera images.Some of the features described in this chapter can be deacti

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– UTC–x: time zone of each available Management ServerThe time based on the selected time zone is displayed in the menu bar:Displaying a camera in an

Page 29 - Using multichannel audio mode

Arranging Image panesMain windowTo arrange Image panes:1. Move the slider for the Image pane pattern.2. Drag an item from the Logical Tree window to a

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Notes:NVR recordings only: The icon in the Image pane bar changes to . Click to stoprecording. If you do not click to stop recording, manual recordin

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– Video loss– Connection to the camera lost– No permission to display the camera– Camera not configuredIn addition, for sequences displayed on an anal

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Table of contents1Using the Help 71.1 Finding information 71.2 Printing the Help 82Introduction 93System overview 113.1 Hardware requirements 113.2 So

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Using digital zoomMain windowEvery Image pane provides a digital zoom function. This digital zoom has 11 levels: 1x, 1.35x,1.8x, 2.5x, 3.3x, 4.5x, 6x,

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Switching to full-screen modeMain windowFull-screen mode hides many control elements, for example the menu commands or the AlarmList if no alarm monit

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Assigning a camera to a monitorMain window > > tabYou can assign IP devices to a decoder. This displays the video signal on the analog monit

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The following screenshot shows an example:If you change the setting from stereo mix to microphone after the first start ofOperator Client, the setting

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Notice!An incoming auto pop-up alarm can interrupt the transfer.Locking the control of a PTZ cameraMain window > You can lock the control of a PTZ

Page 38 - Using favorites and bookmarks

Displaying video via low bandwidthMain windowYou can play back the recordings of a camera or view live images of a camera withOperator Client even if

Page 39 - Adding a bookmark

Using maps and the PTZ camerasThis chapter provides information on how to use the Map window and the PTZ Controlwindow.You can view a map in the requi

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2. Move the cursor to the left side of the Image pane.The cursor changes to an arrow.Click to swivel to the left direction in a small step. Keep the m

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Using favorites and bookmarksThis chapter provides information on how to use the Favorites Tree and the Bookmark Tree.Favorites TreeYou can add every

Page 42 - Managing recorded videos

To create a new View:1. Arrange the cameras in the Image window in Live Mode and in Playback Mode.If desired, use the digital zoom and select an image

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6.24 Updating the reference image 346.25 Controlling a monitor wall 346.26 Displaying video via low bandwidth 356.27 Using TCP for reliable connection

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Editing a bookmarkMain window > > taborMain window > > tabTo edit a bookmark:1. Right-click a bookmark and click Edit Bookmark.The E

Page 45 - Exporting video data

4. Click Export. The size of the recordings to be exported is estimated. If free space is not enough, anerror message is displayed.The recordings are

Page 46 - Importing video data

Managing recorded videosThis chapter provides information on how to manage recordings.Some of the features described in this chapter can be deactivate

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– UTC–x: time zone of each available Management ServerThe time based on the selected time zone is displayed in the menu bar:Using the TimelineYou can

Page 48 - Finding Logbook entries

Authenticating video data (for NVR recordings only)Main window > > tabThe authenticity of all the cameras displayed in the Image window is c

Page 49 - Finding recorded video data

Deleting video dataMain window > > tabNote: You cannot restore deleted video data.You can delete video data from the beginning of the record

Page 50 - Handling alarms

4. Click Export. The size of the recordings to be exported is estimated. If free space is not enough, anerror message is displayed.The recordings are

Page 51 - Clearing an alarm

Exported audio and video files can be imported to display their saved images.1. On the Timeline menu, click the Load Exported Video... command.The dia

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To find motion:1. Select the Image pane where you want to find motion.2. Using the Hairline, select the time period on the Timeline.3. Click . The Mo

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Notes:You can remove events or devices from the search.Finding recorded video dataMain window > > Tools menu > Find Video... command > S

Page 54 - Using a CCTV keyboard

11.3.5 Using softkeys 6011.4 Using a Bosch IntuiKey keyboard connected to a decoder 6211.4.1 Starting the keyboard 6211.4.2 Displaying cameras 6211.4.

Page 55 - Using a CCTV keyboard

Handling alarmsThis chapter provides information on how to handle alarms.Some of the features described in this chapter can be deactivated for your us

Page 56 - Prod Mon

To add a comment to an alarm:1. Click .The Workflow dialog box is displayed for entering a comment and displaying the actionplan for this alarm. If no

Page 57 - Status display

To change the sequence of columns:4 Drag a column title and move it to the required position.To change the column width:4 Point to the right border of

Page 58 - Entering operation modes

When you recall the acceptance of an alarm, it returns to Active state in your Alarm List, and itreappears in the Alarm Lists of all users that origin

Page 59 - Using the joystick

Using a CCTV keyboardThis chapter describes how to use Bosch VMS Operator Client with a Bosch IntuiKey keyboardor a KBD Universal XF keyboard.Using KB

Page 60 - Using softkeys

Icon FunctionOK Confirm a number entry.PTZ mode on/off.Blinking indicates that the function is enabled.Set PTZ position. Enter a valid number for a pr

Page 61 - Level Up Camera2

Enter a number and confirm with OK to display the respective camera in the selected Imagepane.Bosch IntuiKey keyboard user interfaceNotice!Every input

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3 Function keys Allow you to control certain functions directly.Prod: Starts a scan process to find the connectedworkstation. If scanning is successfu

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4 Default Server Displays the server number of the Management Serverof an Enterprise System that the keyboard uses asdefault server. The Logical Tree

Page 64 - User interface

Displaying camerasEnter a numeric command to display the camera with this logical number in the active Imagepane or analog monitor.To display cameras

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13.3 Image window controls 9814Troubleshooting 9914.1 Updating an old Bosch VMS Archive Player version 99Glossary 100Index 1046 en | Table of Contents

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– Tilt up / down when video is playing: Set the playback speed.– Tilt right / left: Pause and step forward / backward.In Jogshuttle Mode, the Focus an

Page 67 - Playback Mode window

UPLevel Up Camera2Camera1Folder1To use the Command Mode:1. Switch to the Command Mode.2. Press a softkey to execute the desired command.The following

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Using a Bosch IntuiKey keyboard connected to a decoderA keyboard connected to decoder gives you access to the Management Server withoutOperator Client

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– Twist the joystick to zoom in and out.– Tilt the joystick to pan and tilt a PTZ camera.– Use Focus and Iris buttons for a PTZ camera.Using softkeysT

Page 70 - Alarm Mode (Alarm Display)

User interfaceThis chapter contains information on all windows available in Operator Client of Bosch VMS.Live ModeMain window > You automatically a

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1 Menu bar Allows you to select a menu command.2 Toolbar Displays the available buttons. Point to an icon todisplay a tooltip.3 Playback controls Allo

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8 Image pane Displays a camera, a map, an image, a document(HTML file).9 Alarm List windowDisplays all alarms that the system generates.Allows you to

Page 73 - User interface

Playback Mode windowMain window > You can right-click to display the context menu.If an incoming alarm has a lower priority than the currently disp

Page 74 - Menu commands

1 Menu bar Allows you to select a menu command.2 Toolbar Displays the available buttons. Point to an icon to display atooltip.3 PerformancemeterDispla

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8 TimelinewindowAllows to you to navigate through the recorded videos. MotionSearch ResultswindowAllows you to find motion. VideoSearch Resultswindo

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Using the HelpTo find out more about how to do something in Bosch VMS, access the online Help using anyof the following methods.To use the Contents, I

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MapwindowDisplays a site map. Allows you to drag the map to display aparticular section of the map.If activated, a map is displayed automatically fo

Page 78 - ATM/POS Options dialog box

Notice!A map displayed in an Alarm Image pane is optimized for display and contains only the initialview of the basic .dwf file.Bosch Video Management

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1 Menu bar Allows you to select a menu command.2 Toolbar Displays the available buttons. Point to an icon todisplay a tooltip.3 Playback controls Allo

Page 80 - Logical Tree window

8 Alarm priority Displays the priority value that was configured inthe Configuration Client for the automatic displaybehavior.9 Time Displays the time

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– PTZ Control window, page 86– Monitors window, page 87– Image window, page 87– Image pane, page 88– Alarm List window, page 93Menu commandsSystem men

Page 82 - Bookmarks window

Find Video... Available only in Playback Mode.Click to display the Select Search Parametersdialog box. Toggle Image Pane Bars Hides or displays the

Page 83 - Export Bookmark dialog box

Extras menu commands Add Favorite Saves the current Image pane pattern as a View inthe Favorites Tree. Mute System Turns off audio of the avail

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Management Server:Select the IP address of the desired Management Server.Select Search Parameters dialog boxMain window > Tools menu > Find in L

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Record onlyClick to select for searching record-only alarms.Force workflowClick to select for searching force workflow alarms.Auto-clearClick to selec

Page 86 - PTZ Control window

Select Virtual Inputs Filter Settings dialog boxMain window > > Tools menu > Find in Logbook... command > Select SearchParameters dialog

Page 87 - Image window

Printing the HelpWhile using the Online Help, you can print topics and information right from the browserwindow.To print a Help topic:1. Right-click i

Page 88 - Image pane

Display the map containing the camera of the selected Image paneClick to activate that the map of the camera in the selected Image pane is getting the

Page 89 - Timeline window

– Each item to the Favorites Tree window– Map to Map window– Camera to the Monitors windowSearch dialog boxMain window > > tab > Right-cl

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Note: You need a permission for each camera that you want to export.If exporting video data on a hard drive was not successful, the already exported v

Page 91 - Delete Video dialog box

Add Bookmark dialog boxMain window > > Assign desired cameras to the Image window > orMain window > > Assign desired cameras to the

Page 92 - Protect Video dialog box

Name:Type the name for the exported file.Start:Select the check box to set a start time for exporting. In the lists, select date and time.End:Select t

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Include ViewerClick to select that a setup for Bosch VMS Archive Player is stored.ASF (Media Player Compatible)Click to select the ASF format (Windows

Page 94 - Used icons

An Image pane that is connected to a camera displays the name of the camera, IP address andencoder input number, server number and the camera number i

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Click to close the iris / open the iris.Prepositions:Select an entry to move the PTZ control to the predefined position.Click to save the current posi

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Displays a variable number of Image panes. Minimum is 1 Image pane. You can display onecamera in several Image panes simultaneously.Allows you to perf

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A yellow border indicates that this Image pane is selected, for example, for displaying acamera image in this Image pane.If you log on to an Enterpris

Page 98 - Keyboard shortcuts

Introduction1 Menu bar Allows you to select a menu command.2 Toolbar Displays the available buttons. Point to an icon todisplay a tooltip.3 Playback c

Page 99 - Troubleshooting

/ Click to zoom in or zoom out the Timeline.Move the slider to adjust the playback speed for the selected cameras.Changing the playback speed, page 4

Page 100 - Glossary

Displays the Timelines of the cameras in the camera list.Allows you rapid time positioning for playing the corresponding videos.Using the Timeline, pa

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Forensic Search dialog box (only VRM recordings)Main window > > Timeline tab > Select time period with Hairline > Click Allows you to f

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If you uncheck, all recordings beginning with the specified start date are protected.ProtectClick to protect the selected time period.Unprotect Video

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Click to clear an alarm.You cannot clear an alarm that has the comment or force workflow attribute before you havedisplayed the action plan and entere

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/Audio on / off Click to display / hide the toolbar of each Image pane.Click to display the Image pane in full-screen mode.Click to print an image of

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DiBos cameraRecording DiBos cameraState unknownToo brightToo darkToo noisyReference check failed (for example because the camera was moved)RelayInputs

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Click to display the Alarm Image window (only available if alarms arepending).Click to display Live or Playback Mode again when the Alarm Imagewindow

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Keyboard shortcutsThis section lists the available keyboard shortcuts for a US keyboard layout.+ indicates that each key must be pressed simultaneousl

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TroubleshootingThis chapter contains information on how to handle known problems using Bosch VMSOperator Client Bosch VMS Archive Player.Problems with

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