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CTFID Table of Contents | en 3 Table of Contents 1 Getting Started 4 1.1 System Requirements 4 1.2 Compatible Devices 5 2 Installing the CTFID 6 3 Connections 10 3.1 Connecting the VP-USB Configuration Tool 10 3.2 Connecting the VP-RS2BLNX Configuration Tool 11 3.3 Connecting the AutoDome RS-232 13 3.4 Accessing the CTFID Application 14 4 Using the Configuration Tool 17 4.1 Main Menu Buttons 18 4.1.1 Overview Window 18 4.1.2 Offline Mode Window 19 4.1.3 Online Mode Window 20 4.1.4 Virtual Keyboa
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4 en | Getting Started CTFID 1 Getting Started The Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices (CTFID) includes two components: – One (1) CD-ROM containing the software application – Configuration Tool hardware (VP-USB, interface between your computer and an imaging device) 1.1 System Requirements The following are the minimum system requirements to run the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices software application: – PC operating platform: Windows® 98 Second Edition, Windows® Millennium Edition,
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CTFID Getting Started | en 5 1.2 Compatible Devices The CTFID uses Bilinx technology, a bidirectional communication method, embedded in the XF video signal of all of the latest Bosch AutoDome, Dinion, Dinion , Dinion 2X, FlexiDome, FlexiDome 2X, and UnityDome cameras (see the table below for a list of compatible devices). Compatible devices Compatible devices AutoDome 25X Day/Night (5.2+) VG4 300 Series 18X Color AutoDome 18X Day/Night (5.2+) VG4 200 Series 36X Day/Night AutoDome 18X Color (5.
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6 en | Installing the CTFID CTFID 2 Installing the CTFID This chapter includes instructions for installing the software for the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices. Prior to connecting to a compatible device, install the software. Installing the Software 1. Insert the supplied CD into your CD drive. If the InstallShield Wizard does not start automatically, open the CD manually by clicking Start, Run, Browse. Locate and open the autorun.exe file. The Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices
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CTFID Installing the CTFID | en 7 4. Select a language, then click Next. Figure 2.3 Initiating the InstallShield Wizard setup 5. Click Next to continue installing the application, or click Cancel to discontinue. Figure 2.4 Confirming the License Agreement 6. Click Yes to accept the terms of the License Agreement, or click No to discontinue. Figure 2.5 Determining the destination folder Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Manual F.01U.141.545 | 3.09 | 2009.10
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8 en | Installing the CTFID CTFID 7. To accept the default choice, click Next. To change the installation directory, click Browse and navigate to a directory. Then click Next. Figure 2.6 Naming the program folder 8. Click Next to accept the default program folder, Bosch Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices, or type a new name for the folder and click Next. Figure 2.7 Copying the files F.01U.141.545 | 3.09 | 2009.10 User’s Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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CTFID Installing the CTFID | en 9 9. Click Next to begin copying the files to the folder indicated or click Cancel to discontinue. Figure 2.8 Selecting final options 10. Check the appropriate box(es), then click Next. Figure 2.9 Completing the installation 11. Click Finish to complete the installation. The CTFID application is launched and/or the Instruction Manual and readme file are automatically displayed if the appropriate check box(s) are selected. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. User’s Man
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10 en | Connections CTFID 3 Connections The CTFID is supplied with a VP-USB adaptor that plugs into any USB-compliant port supported by a Windows® operating system. Once the CTFID software is loaded, the adaptor communicates over the video signal from any Bilinx-enabled camera or AutoDome. There are three (3) possible connection types to link the CTFID software to the imaging device. The first two (2) choices communicate via coax using the Bilinx protocol. These two (2) choices connect to ei
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CTFID Connections | en 11 3.2 Connecting the VP-RS2BLNX Configuration Tool It is recommended that the CTFID software be installed prior to connecting the hardware to the serial port. Refer to Section 2 Installing the CTFID, page 6 for additional information. To see the device output, use a CCTV monitor. Plug the coax connected to the imaging device to one of the BNC connectors of the VP-RS2BLNX. Connect another coax between the second BNC connector and the CCTV monitor. Ensure that the monit
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12 en | Connections CTFID Connecting the VP-RS2BLNX Configuration Tool to Your PC 1. Pin 1 and 2 of the terminal block are for the connections for the external power supply not provided. The external power supply should be either 12-28 VAC (50/60 Hz) or 12- 40 VDC (polarity independent). Galvanically insulated from video, RS-232 ground and encasing. NOTICE! The Serial to Bilinx converter interface shall be supplied by a self-limited power source of less than 15 VA. Reinforced insulation is
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CTFID Connections | en 13 3.3 Connecting the AutoDome RS-232 Figure 3.4 Connecting the AutoDome RS-232 to the PC Number Description 1 AutoDome 200, 300, and 500 Series 2 PC running CTFID software 3RS-232 4 Coax to input of monitor 5 Typical CCTV monitor Connecting the AutoDome to Your PC 1. Make the RS-232 cable using the table below. Pin # Description PC DB9 2RxD 3 TxD 5GnD P105 (AutoDome 200, 300, 500) 5RxD 4 TxD 6GnD 2. Connect the DB9 connector to the Com port of the PC. 3. Connect P105 to
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14 en | Connections CTFID 3.4 Accessing the CTFID Application The CTFID uses Bilinx technology, which is a bidirectional communication method, embedded in the video signal. Alternately, BiCom over serial interface is available to enable a connection to the device using the serial interface. Camera/dome settings can be changed while connected to a device in Online mode. Alternatively, use Offline mode to download and save data so that it can be manipulated and uploaded to the same or other s
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CTFID Connections | en 15 3. If a device is detected, go to Chapter 4. If a device is not detected within 1 minute, or if the user interrupts the process by clicking the Cancel button, you are given the option to select an alternate interface or work in an offline mode. Figure 3.8 Alternate Interface Dialog box 4. To choose an alternate interface, click the Select an alternate interface option then, click Continue (seeFigure 3.8, Page 15). Next, select the appropriate interface type then, g
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16 en | Connections CTFID 6. To open an existing configuration file, click the Configuration File option, then click Continue and go to Step 7. - or - To create a new configuration file, click the Device Template option, then click Continue and go to Step 8. Figure 3.11 Opening the file dialog box 7. Navigate to the configuration file, then click Open. Proceed to Chapter 4. Figure 3.12 Choosing a device 8. Select the device for which you want to create a new configuration by highlighting its
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CTFID Using the Configuration Tool | en 17 4 Using the Configuration Tool The CTFID main screen contains all the options for changing a template, configuring a live view, displaying specific device information, downloading information, changing device settings, and manipulating a device. By default, the CTFID opens the Overview window in the central workspace when started. The main screen is divided into four (4) segments, as illustrated in Figure 4.1. Figure 4.1 Overview/main window Segment
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18 en | Using the Configuration Tool CTFID 4.1 Main Menu Buttons Button Description Opens the Overview window. The Overview window displays general information about the device, the application environment, and the state of the application. The data includes specific device information. Opens the Offline mode window. The Offline mode window allows you to establish settings in a new configuration file or to modify settings in an existing configuration file. Note: The CTFID software allows tw
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CTFID Using the Configuration Tool | en 19 4.1.2 Offline Mode Window The Offline mode window establishes settings in a new configuration file, or changes settings in an existing configuration file. To start downloading and saving data so that it can be manipulated and uploaded to other devices, click the Offline Config button. Figure 4.2 Offline mode window NOTICE! The headings and settings tree are available based on the device selected. For detailed information about the possible settings,
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20 en | Using the Configuration Tool CTFID 4.1.3 Online Mode Window The Online mode window allows you to view the current settings of the device connected to the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices. When device settings are changed in Online mode, the changes are immediately conveyed to the remote device. To access the Online mode window, click the Online Config button. Figure 4.4 Online mode window NOTICE! The headings and settings tree are available based on the device selected. For de
