Why is there no video on my Bosch Security Camera?
- BbrownchristopherAug 18, 2025
If there is no video on your Bosch Security Camera, ensure that the camera is powered and all cables are properly connected.
Why is there no video on my Bosch Security Camera?
If there is no video on your Bosch Security Camera, ensure that the camera is powered and all cables are properly connected.
Why are the colors not correct on my Bosch Security Camera?
If the colors are not correct on your Bosch Security Camera, try the following steps: 1. Reset to factory defaults by entering ON-40-ENTER. 2. Position the camera so the entire view is white (like a white wall). 3. Enter the White Balance menu (ON-30-ENTER), move the joystick until one push W.G. is selected, wait 10 seconds, and then press IRIS to return. 4. If the issue persists, restore factory defaults using SET-899-ENTER. Note that this will erase all presets and settings.
What to do if the picture is rolling, noisy, or distorted on my Bosch Security Camera?
If the picture on your Bosch Security Camera is rolling, noisy, or distorted, it might be due to electronic AC power line noise. Try switching to Internal Crystal by entering OFF-42-ENTER. If this resolves the issue, there may be excessive line noise on the power supply.
What to do if I cannot access user settings on my Bosch Security Camera?
If you cannot access user settings on your Bosch Security Camera, unlock the commands by entering OFF-90-ENTER. Note that this may require a password and the commands automatically lock 30 minutes after being unlocked.
Why does my Bosch Security Camera move when moving other cameras?
If your Bosch Security Camera moves when you are moving other cameras, ensure that the address is set correctly. If the address is set to 0000, it will respond to commands for any address.
What to do if the background is too bright to see the subject on my Bosch Security Camera?
If the background is too bright and you cannot see the subject on your Bosch Security Camera, turn on backlight compensation by entering ON-20-ENTER.
Why does my Bosch Security Camera's day/night mode not automatically switch when the image is dark?
If the day/night mode on your Bosch Security Camera does not automatically switch when the image is dark, set the GAIN CONTROL to AUTO to enable this feature.
Why is the picture dark on my Bosch Security Camera?
If the picture is dark on your Bosch Security Camera, ensure that GAIN CONTROL is set to AUTO (ON-43-ENTER). Also, check if the Iris level has been changed and adjust the IRIS control on the keyboard. To permanently adjust, use ON-11-ENTER. Finally, verify proper termination.
What causes periodic loss of control in my Bosch Security Camera?
To address periodic loss of control in your Bosch Security Camera, verify that a 110 ?resistor is across the +/– biphase code terminals at the last dome in a daisy chain configuration.
What does it mean when an E4 or E5 is displayed on my Bosch Security Camera?
If an E4 or E5 error is displayed on your Bosch Security Camera, it means that communication between the AutoDome and AutoTracker has been lost. Check the RS-232 wiring to verify that RXD, TXD, and GROUND are all properly connected. The maximum distance between the AutoTracker and AutoDome should be 50 ft. If an E5 error occurs, confirm that the baud rate in the Communication Setup menu is 19,200.
Pan Range | 360° continuous |
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Ingress Protection | IP66 |
Power Supply | 24 VAC |
Image Sensor | CMOS |
Digital Zoom | 12x |
Protocols | ONVIF |
Day/Night | Yes (ICR filter) |
Camera Type | PTZ (Pan-Tilt-Zoom) |
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