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Firmware Update Manual
AutoDome 100/600/700/800 and MIC Series 550
en User Manual
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Table of Contents | en iii Table of Contents 1 IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network............................................................................ 1 1.1 Upgrading the AutoDome 700 or AutoDome 800 ........................................................................................ 1 1.2 Beginning the Firmware Update Process..................................................................................................... 2 1.3 Updating The AutoDome 700 or AutoDome
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iv en | Table of Contents F.01U.097.269 | 4.0 | 2012.02 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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AutoDome 700/800 IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network | en 1 1 IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network The AutoDome 700 and AutoDome 800 incorporate 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. Refer to the AutoDome 700 or AutoDome 800 Installation and User Manuals for s
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2 en | IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network AutoDome 700/800 1.2 Beginning the Firmware Update Process Use this procedure to connect to your IP AutoDome and to navigate to the Firmware Update page. 1. Launch Internet Explorer and type the IP address for the AutoDome in the Address bar and click Go. Internet Explorer opens the Livepage view for the IP AutoDome. 2. Click the SETTINGS link, located at the top of the page. Figure 1.1 Select SETTINGS link 3. Click the Service link in t
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AutoDome 700/800 IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network | en 3 4. Click the Maintenance link below the Service link. Figure 1.3 Service Settings Maintenance option Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F.01U.097.269 | 4.0 | 2012.02
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4 en | IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network AutoDome 700/800 1.3 Updating The AutoDome 700 or AutoDome 800 Firmware The latest firmware is available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. A firmware update contains one file (typically a .fw file) and updates the communications module inside the AutoDome. 1.3.1 Selecting and Uploading Firmware Files To upload the firmware file, use the following procedure: 1. Click the Search button next to the Firmware Upload field; then browse t
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AutoDome 700/800 IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network | en 5 4. Click OK to the warning message to continue the firmware upload, or Cancel to stop the upload. CAUTION! Updating the firmware erases all device settings. To save these settings, click the Configuration download button to save the current device settings and then upload this file ! after the completion of the firmware update. Figure 1.6 Warning message The page displays a progress bar as the firmware is uploaded. Fig
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6 en | IP AutoDome Firmware Updates via a TCP/IP Network AutoDome 700/800 F.01U.097.269 | 4.0 | 2012.02 Firmware Update Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID | en 7 2 Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID This chapter details the procedure to update the firmware files for an AutoDome 100, AutoDome 600, a MIC Series 550 and a MIC Series 550 UIR analog camera using the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices (CTFID). The CTFID connects a computer to an analog camera using a BNC to USB (Bilinx) connection or via a serial (RS232/RS485) connection. Bilinx is a communication protocol that allows you to
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8 en | Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID 2.2 Hardware Connections This section provides a brief description of the devices necessary to connect a PC (with the CTFID software installed) to an analog AutoDome or to a MIC Series 550. Refer to the AutoDome 600 Installation Manual or the MIC Series 550 Installation Manual and to the CTFID User’s Manual for detailed connection information. 2.2.1 Bilinx Connections To create a Bilinx interface between a PC and an AutoDome 600 or MIC Serie
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Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID | en 9 2.2.2 Serial Connections The CTFID can also communicate with an AutoDome 600 or MIC Series 550 via an RS232 or an RS485 serial cable connected to a PC with a DB9 connection. The following illustration depicts a typical serial connection (refer to the CTFID User’s Manual for detailed connection instructions) . Figure 2.4 PC to AutoDome Serial Connections 1 AutoDome 100 or 600 Series AutoDome or MIC Series 550 2 PC Running CTFID Software 3 RS
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10 en | Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID 2.3.2 Launching with an RS232/RS485 Serial Connection If using a RS232/RS485 serial connection, use the following instructions to launch the CTFID software. 1. Double-click the CTFID icon on the Windows Desktop. 2. Click Cancel to select an alternate interface. Figure 2.6 CTFID Detect Device Screen 3. Click the Select an alternate interface radio button and click Continue. \ Figure 2.7 Alternate Interface dialog box 4. Ensure that the Serial
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Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID | en 11 7. Click Continue to start downloading the AutoDome configuration settings. Figure 2.9 Downloading AutoDome Device Settings 8. Proceed to Section 2.4 Uploading AutoDome or MIC Series 550 Firmware Files, on page 12. Note: The CTFID typically connects to an AutoDome in approximately 15 seconds, but it can continue to attempt a connection for up to one minute. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Firmware Update Manual F.01U.097.269 | 4.0 | 2012.02
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12 en | Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID 2.4 Uploading AutoDome or MIC Series 550 Firmware Files The service packs are available on the Bosch Security Systems Web site. Refer to the next section for instructions to upload firmware files to an AutoDome 100. Skip to Section 2.4.2 Uploading an AutoDome 600 or MIC Series 550 Service Pack, on page 14, for information and instructions for uploading firmware files to an AutoDome 600 or to a MIC Series 550. Note: When uploading a service
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Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID | en 13 3. Navigate to the location of the firmware update file. 4. Select the appropriate file for your Device Model and Video Type; then click OK. Figure 2.11 Select AutoDome 100 Series Firmware Image File The CTFID displays a message warning you that the firmware update process erases all device settings and returns the settings to the factory default value. 5. Click OK to accept the warning and to start the update process. The CTFID begins the f
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14 en | Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID 2.4.2 Uploading an AutoDome 600 or MIC Series 550 Service Pack The firmware upgrade process requires updates to one or all of the following files: File Name Function SCBootApp.g4i Updates the system controller boot firmware. G5Main.g4i Updates the system controller firmware. MICMain.g4i FPGA_SC.g4i Updates the FPGA chip. FPGA_VCA.g4i Updates the FPGA chip. VCA_boot.g4i Updates PTZ camera Video Content Analysis firmware. Install this file durin
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Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID | en 15 2.4.4 Selecting and Uploading Firmware Files To upload the service pack firmware, use the following procedure: 1. Check the version of the SC Boot firmware file to determine the service pack that you must start with. See Section 2.1 Selecting the Service Pack, on page 7. 2. Download the service pack from the Bosch Security Systems Web site. See Section 2.4 Uploading AutoDome or MIC Series 550 Firmware Files, on page 12 3. Click the Upload Fi
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16 en | Analog Camera Firmware Updates via the CTFID 4. From the Look In drop-down list, navigate to the drive that contains the service pack. 5. Select the directory that contains the service pack files. Note: If the service pack contains an updated SC Boot file, you must update this file first. You must navigate to the Boot directory first to check for an updated version of the SC Boot file. See Section 2.4.3 Order to Upload Files, on page 14. 2.4.5 Updating the SC Boot file 1. Double-click
