Bosch MIC550CLB36P MIC Series 550 Classic Camera

Bosch MIC Series 550 Classic Camera

• Choice of 36x or 28x day/night cameras with 550 TVL, 12x digital zoom, and Wide Dynamic Range (WDR)
• Video and control over IP when powered by MIC IP Power Supply (sold separately)
• Sodium Vapour White Balance mode restores objects to their original colour
• Robust design rated to an industry-leading IP68
• Complete series of mounting accessories; various mounting positions, including on-site canting

MIC Series 550 Classic Description

The MIC Series 550 Classic camera combines cutting edge technology with the latest production techniques to provide a class-leading feature set in an economical package. The MIC Series 550 Classic range takes high quality surveillance to new levels of excellence. As a best-fit camera for virtually any security application, it can be installed in the harshest of environments. Thanks to its IP68-rated aluminium casing, the MIC Series 550 Classic camera functions perfectly in the most demanding conditions. This tough and vandal-resistant casing provides protection from the elements and physical attack. An integrated long-life silicone wiper and a reversible rain shield ensure high quality images regardless of the installed environment.

The brushless-motor technology offers ultra-reliable operation with full 360º continuous rotation pan and 270º tilt control for exceptional viewing capability. Small increment pan speeds from just 0.2º per second to 120º per second gives the user precise control. This speed control is especially important when used with video analytic systems, particularly for tracking subjects when fully zoomed in.

The MIC Series 550 Classic camera incorporates Bosch’s standard controller interface supporting familiar AutoDome on-screen menus. This enhancement makes it simple to integrate and use the MIC Series 550 Classic within systems that already use Bosch AutoDome cameras and systems.

MIC Series 550 Classic System overview

Subjected and certified to rigorous dust and immersion tests (IP68), MIC Series cameras are perfectly suited for installation in even the most unforgiving environments. Reliable ‘O’ ring seals completely protect the internal components from the external environment, meaning that there is no need to pressurize the camera. To guarantee the seal, the factory subjects each MIC camera to a 100% leak test before shipping. In addition, the cameras’ aluminium construction is protected from corrosion by two different processes: first, the cameras receive a coating of Alodine 5200, a chromate-free conversion coating of aluminium that is used in the aerospace and defence industries where a protective layer is required to improve corrosion resistance. Second, they receive a robust, powder coat layer of paint.

Multi-protocol operation
The MIC Series 550 Classic camera supports the following protocols for seamless integration with existing security systems: Bosch “Biphase (OSRD)” and “Bilinx,” Pelco “P” and “D,” and Forward Vision. Various mounting options, including on-site canting The MIC Series 550 Classic camera features twist-lock on-site canting functionality. This allows the camera to be installed upright, inverted, or canted (at a 45º angle) to achieve the perfect field of view. No matter the installation position, the camera will operate faultlessly.

Integrated wiper
Regardless of the weather, the MIC Series 550 Classic camera is able to capture the highest possible quality image all year long, thanks to its integrated, long-life silicone wiper.

Model Differences
The table below identifies the differences between the models of MIC550 Classic and MIC550.

MIC Series 550 Classic Functions

High-performance PTZ day/night cameras
Image control and quality are integral aspects of any PTZ camera, and the MIC Series 550 Classic camera delivers. The camera is available with a choice of 28X or the industry-leading 36X optical zoom lens, and offers a full 12X digital zoom. Both camera options provide 550 TVL of horizontal resolution for outstanding clarity and image detail. The cameras also incorporate technology that dramatically improves the dynamic range by 128 times. Also known as Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), it results in clear image reproduction in extreme high-contrast environments. The AutoScaling (proportional zoom) and AutoPivot (automatically rotates and flips the camera) features ensure optimal control.

Day/night capabilities and outstanding sensitivity make the MIC Series 550 Classic cameras exceptional performers in all lighting conditions. In low light, these cameras automatically switch from colour to monochrome by removing the IR filter to boost sensitivity, while maintaining superior image quality. For operation in the darkest conditions, the SensUp control feature automatically reduces the shutter speed to as little as one second. This increases sensitivity by more than 50 times. In addition to low light applications, the camera is also an exceptional performer when viewing under a sodium vapour lamp (for example, a street lamp or tunnel lamp). Images under these conditions normally have a yellowish tint, so the MIC Series 550 Classic camera automatically compensates for the light from a sodium vapour lamp to restore objects to their original colour.

With super-quick, 120°/60° per-second pan/tilt speeds, the MIC Series 550 Classic camera outperforms other cameras in its class. The camera supports 64 pre-positions and two styles of Guard Tours: Preset and Record/Playback. The preset tour has capability for up to 64 pre-positions with a configurable dwell time between pre-positions, and can be customized as to the order and frequency each preset is visited. The camera also provides support for two recorded tours, which have a combined duration of 15 minutes of movements. These are recorded macros of an operator’s movements, including pan, tilt, and zoom activities, and can be played back in a continuous manner.

Ease of installation and servicing
Bosch’s innovative software, the Configuration Tool for Imaging Devices (CTFID), allows technicians or operators to control the PTZ, change camera settings, and even update firmware from remote locations without need for additional wiring. The MIC Series 550 Classic camera has advanced built-in diagnostics to simplify service and minimize downtime. Using the On Screen Display (OSD), a technician can quickly and easily check critical parameters (such as internal temperature) to verify that the camera is functioning within acceptable operating limits.

Applications:
• General CCTV
• ANPR systems
• Vandalism prone areas
• Extreme environments
• Rapid deployment
• High security
• Prestigious developments
• Broadcast
• Architectural

MIC Series 550 Classic Ordering Codes