Bosch NDE-8503-RX 4MP Starlight Flexidome

Super robust indoor camera from Bosch Security

A dome camera from Bosch that is a little more than 'just a camera'

Advanced Person and Vehicle Detection

The camera has a smart technology called "IVA Pro " that, with AI, makes it possible to detect and follow people and vehicles

• Precise Registration : The camera can recognize and follow both people and vehicles. That is, it can identify when someone enters an area or if a car drives by.
  
• Fewer False Alarms : The camera can recognize patterns with AI and thus avoid false alarms from e.g. rain, moving trees and bushes, snow or shadows. Due to the AI analysis, it reduces false alarms a lot.
  
• Effective Monitoring : The camera can detect a movement and automatically distinguish between different objects. This means it can keep track of where people and cars are moving and notify you
• Smart Alarm System : The camera can be programmed to trigger alarms according to certain rules. It can, for example, notify if a person enters a restricted area or if a car parks in a place where it is not permitted. This makes it easier to keep an eye on important areas without having to constantly look at the screen.
  

Night vision with Starlight X Technology

The camera uses Starlight X technology to capture clear and detailed images even when there is almost no light. Instead of traditional infrared (IR) night vision, which typically produces black and white images in the dark, Starlight X technology makes it possible to get color images even in very low light.
This means that even in almost total darkness, the camera can still see and record what is happening with great detail.

Advantages of Starlight X Technology in the Dark

• Color images in Low Light : Unlike traditional IR night vision, which only provides black and white images, Starlight X technology can provide color images, making it easier to recognize details and objects.
  
• High Sensitivity : The technology is very sensitive to light, making it possible to see details that other cameras would lose in the dark.
  
• Clear Images without Glare : Even in challenging lighting conditions, such as when there are strong lights and deep shadows in the same scene, Starlight X technology ensures clear images without glare or distortion.
  
  

Although the camera does not specifically mention IR, it is designed to work effectively in low light. Therefore, it is very suitable for e.g. a disco where the lighting is low and murky.

The difference between Starlight and Starlight X is the light sensitivity. Starlight technology can work in low light down to 0.0008 lux, where Starlight X can work all the way down to 0.0003 lux, which means that even if it is almost completely dark, it can still deliver a really good image.

Data Protection and Security

• Multiple Layers of Security : The camera has multiple levels of protection that work together to ensure that the data and the camera itself are safe from attacks and unauthorized access.
  
• Access protection : There are three levels of access protection, which means that only authorized people can change settings or view the recordings. It's like having several locks on a door - only the right keys can open them.
  
• Encrypted Data Transport : When data is sent from the camera to a computer or server, it is encrypted. This means that the information has been converted into a secret code that can only be read by those who have the right encryption key. This protects the data from being intercepted by hackers.
  
• Advanced Certificate Management : The camera uses digital certificates to confirm that it is safe to communicate with other devices. Think of certificates as digital ID cards that ensure the camera only talks to trusted devices and servers.
• Protection from Attacks : The camera has built-in measures to protect it from malicious attacks. This ensures that hackers cannot gain control of the camera or steal the data.

Local storage

The camera supports two micro SD cards of up to 2TB

• Micro SDHC card:
  Supports up to 2 x 32GB.
  
• Micro SDXC card:
  Supports up to 2 x 2TB.

Advanced Edge Recording

The camera has a smart feature to save videos directly in the camera, called "Advanced Edge Recording". This means that the camera uses two memory cards (SD cards), which work in a way that ensures that your videos are always safe. If one card fails, the other will automatically take over, so you won't lose any footage. This feature also means you don't have to empty or replace the cards as often, saving time and giving you longer periods of uninterrupted recording.

Built-in microphone

The camera almost allows you to be present without actually being. The built-in microphone can be used to record all sounds around the camera and even go in and listen live here and now. This feature provides a very good opportunity to assess whether something is happening outside the camera's field of view, but also high investigative value, as you may be lucky to get accents or names on the recordings.

Camera Trainer: The camera can be trained

The camera has a smart feature called "Camera Trainer". This function allows you to teach the camera to recognize specific things or objects that you choose. It can be anything from cars and people to certain objects. The camera can then detect these objects both when they are moving and when they are standing still. This means that the camera becomes more flexible and efficient because it can focus on the things that are most important to you.

Advanced Edge Recording

The camera has a smart feature to save videos directly in the camera, called "Advanced Edge Recording". This means that the camera uses two memory cards (SD cards), which work in a way that ensures that your videos are always safe. If one card fails, the other will automatically take over, so you won't lose any footage. This feature also means you don't have to empty or replace the cards as often, saving time and giving you longer periods of uninterrupted recording.

Motorized Technician Zoom and Focus for Setup

The camera has motorized zoom and focus, which makes it easy to adjust the viewing angle and sharpness during installation

• Remote adjustment : When the camera is first installed, you can adjust the zoom and focus from a computer. This makes it easier to find the perfect viewing angle without having to manually adjust the camera.
• Fine Tuning : You can fine-tune the image to ensure it is sharp and covers the desired area.
• One-time adjustment : After the initial setup is complete, there is no need to adjust the zoom and focus regularly. The camera remains in the set position and usually does not need further adjustments unless surveillance needs change

Supported licenses

Licenses that can be added to the camera. All three licenses can be activated simultaneously.

• IVA Pro Buildings License: This license enables advanced video analytics features specifically designed for building surveillance. It includes functions such as intrusion detection, tracking of people and vehicles, and detection of unauthorized access.
  
• IVA Pro Perimeter License: This license is intended for perimeter surveillance and protects borders by identifying and tracking people or vehicles crossing defined lines or entering recorded areas.
  
• IVA Pro Traffic License: This license extends the camera's video analysis to traffic monitoring. It can be used to monitor road traffic, detect events such as queues or accidents, and analyze traffic patterns.

NDAA Compliant

The product here is authorized under the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act).
This means that the equipment may even be included in critical infrastructure installations in the United States.

 

Power over Ethernet

Do like the pros. PoE means that only 1 cable must be pulled to the camera. The camera receives power through the network cable, typically from a recorder with built-in PoE, or from a PoE switch.

NDAA Compliant

Our models from Uniview, Bosch and Axis are NDAA compliant (National Defense Authorization Act).
This means that the equipment are trusted to be used in critical infrastructure in the US.

Power over Ethernet

Do like the professionals. POE means that only one cable is needed for the camera. The camera gets power through the network cable, typically from a recorder with built-in PoE, or from a POE switch.