Bosch Security Systems - Security, Safety and Communication Systems

The Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services. In the areas of automotive and industrial technology, consumer goods, and building technology, some 260,000 associates generated sales of €43.7 billion in fiscal 2006.

The Bosch Group comprises Robert Bosch GmbH and its roughly 300 subsidiary and regional companies in over 50 countries. This worldwide development, manufacturing, and sales network is the foundation for further growth. Bosch spends more than three billion euros each year for research and development and in 2006 applied for over 3,000 patents worldwide.

The company was set up in Stuttgart in 1886 by Robert Bosch (1861-1942) as "Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering." Within this organization, Bosch's Security Systems division hosts some 10,300 employees in over 45 countries.

Bosch Security Systems is an innovative, customer-oriented global supplier of security, safety and communications products and solutions. Its systems offer high quality solutions backed by excellent service. Uniform Bosch quality standards ensure the top rate performance of Bosch’s worldwide manufacturing network. Its global network of qualified dealers supports planning, project management and installation of Bosch products and is backed by customized programs worldwide.

Bosch’s range of security and communications systems offer user-friendly and virtually future-proof solutions for the commercial and corporate environment.

THE AUTODOME MODULAR CCTV SYSTEM

The Autodome modular CCTV system incorporates five types of interchangeable modules: the CPU, camera, housing, communications and power supply. Any one of these modules can be replaced to accommodate switches from fixed to PTZ, upgrades from color to day/night, or the addition of advanced intelligence features such as motion tracking and IP communication. Easy to install and upgrade, the Autodome CCTV system’s adaptable versatility means that it will never be rendered truly obsolete.

The Autodome CCTV system features:

• AutoTrack II object tracking
• Video motion detection
• Privacy masking and sector blanking
• Programmable alarm handling protocol
• Fully interchangeable CPU, communications and hot-swap camera modules
• High-speed PTZ operation
• 540 TVL high resolution camera
• Day/night IR sensitive camera
• SensUp frame integration
• UPT and coax transmission
• Hybrid analog/IP connectivity

DCN WIRELESS DISCUSSION SYSTEM

The Bosch DCN wireless discussion system offers exceptional functionality and freedom for conferences and seminars in both small and large venues.

The award-winning Wireless Access Point (WAP) provides a consistently strong connection for a range of approximately 30m (100ft). The WAP can be positioned centrally for optimal coverage or easily moved to the most convenient location in the room. Benefits include:

• Digital wireless discussion system
• Leading edge, future proof solution
• 10-language capacity for interpretation
• Set up quickly with no impact on location
• Easy to organise conferences anywhere
• Award winning design
• Stable and secure digital communication
• Immune to mobile phone interference
• Easily connect to other Bosch Congress products

The wireless system can be adjusted to meet any discussion requirement: from a basic set-up requiring no operator to a fully interactive voting arrangement with a large screen display. It is also protected from interference caused by mobile phone signals.

BOSCH VIDEO MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

By integrating the latest IP video cameras and servers with existing DVRs and Allegiant matrix systems, Bosch VMS optimizes security and minimizes installation and operating costs. Integration of Bosch IP video analytics ensures that important events are detected automatically. Bosch VMS's superior alarm management focuses attention on these and other significant events. Automatic operator client software updates save time and money, and ensures that all users are up to date.

The Bosch VMS works with industry-standard computer equipment, allowing the use of existing vendors and service agreements. As a customer’s needs grow, the scalable Bosch VMS can expand cost-effectively. Bosch VMS can integrate seamlessly with an enterprise user management system, increasing efficiency and security. Integrations with Bosch DVRs and matrix switchers protect existing investments. Operator effectiveness is maximized thanks to the industry-leading ergonomic user interface.

• System-wide user management
• View both live and recorded video images
• Allows cameras, recorders and operator stations anywhere in an IP network
• Utilizes redundancy and fail-over technologies
• Full virtual-matrix capabilities
• Integration of Bosch DVRs and Allegiant Matrix
• Zoomable sitemaps with hot-spot icons
• Multi-camera timeline
• Virtual Inputs allow integration with other systems
• Automatic update of operator client software
• One overview with live, playback and maps

THE 500 SERIES SMOKE DETECTOR

The unique FCP-500 series of smoke detectors from Bosch Security Systems are ideal in places where aesthetics are important, such as museums, condominiums and corporate lobbies. The units' smooth, sealed surface and contamination detection also make them especially effective in areas with high dust flush - mounted into the ceiling, only the FCP-500 series' sealed faceplate is visible from below. The faceplate can be colour-matched to the ceiling with a unique colour ring insert system.