Bosch AUTODOME 7100i User Manual

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6 en | Browser connection AUTODOME 7100i2022-12 | V01 | DOC User Manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.To configure the device, connect it directly to a computer using a network cable and then setthe service-level password.IP cameras from Bosch have many ways to connect.The core communication protocol is called RCP+ (Remote Control Protocol plus), whichhandles the connections between camera and connected clients.Every camera can handle a maximum of 128 RCP+ connections, from which a few are usedinternally, making 100+ external RCP+ connections possible for unicast, multi-unicast, ormulticast connections.A video connection also requires one or two such connections, depending on the accessmethod. Assuming the accumulated requested bitrate does not exceed the available networkinterface bandwidth, a minimum of five unicast connections is possible.IP HelperThe IP Helper tool is a free PC application that makes it easy to detect Bosch cameras anddevices on your network.Note:If you cannot connect, the unit may have reached its maximum number of connections.Depending on the network configuration, the device will require either one or two connectivityoptions. A minimum of five unicast connections is possible. The unit can have more than 100external Remote Control Protocol plus (RCP+) for unicast, multicast, or multicast connections,or up to 100 connections via Video Security Client or BVMS. Some connections are usedinternally.1.4 Access with Project Assistant appYou can also use the Project Assistant app to complete the initial configuration of the camera.In order to use this device with the Project Assistant app by Bosch, you must download theapp from the Bosch Download Store, from Google Play, or from the Apple Store.You can access the app in several ways:– Scan the QR code from the QIG.– From www.boschsecurity.com, select Support > Apps and Tools > Online Apps - Video >Bosch Project Assistant app. Select the appropriate operating system, and then click theappropriate button to download and install the app.– From Google Play Store (play.google.com), search for Bosch Project Assistant. Select theapp from the list. Click the Install button.– From Apple Store (itunes.apple.com), search for Bosch Project Assistant. Select the appfrom the list. Click the appropriate button to download and install the app.1.5 Password protection in cameraThe device is password-protected. The first time that any user accesses the device, the devicewill prompt the user to set a password at the service level.The camera requires a strong password. Follow the prompts in the dialog box, which specifieswhat is required. The system measures the strength of the password that you enter.When you use Configuration Manager to access your device for the first time, you must set theinitial password of the device in Configuration Manager. The Users section (General > UnitAccess > Users) displays the message, "Before you can use this device you have to secure itwith an initial password."Note: After you set the initial password, a "lock" icon appears next to the device name in theDevices list in Configuration Manager.Make sure the password obeys these conditions:– 8 to 19 characters in length