The DINION Thermal 8000 640 x 480 Network Bullet Camera from Bosch provides high-sensitivity thermal images using an uncooled vanadium oxide micro-bolometer. The camera is designed to combine the benefits of thermal imaging with Intelligent Video Analytics from Bosch. It comes with a WFOV (Wide Field of View) lens and a frame rate of 30 fps. There is no need for natural or artificial lighting in an area of interest. The camera produces images day and night, even in challenging environments with smoke, dust, haze, or fog. The camera is enclosed in a robust outdoor housing, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in demanding environments.

Recording management can be controlled by the Bosch VRM (Video Recording Manager) or the camera can use iSCSI targets directly without any recording software.

Insert a memory card into the card slot to store up to 2TB of local alarm recording. Pre-alarm recording in RAM reduces bandwidth on the network and extends the effective life of the memory card.

A surge-protected analog video output allows full hybrid operation. This means that high resolution IP video streaming and an analog video output are available simultaneously. The hybrid functionality offers an easy migration path from legacy CCTV to a modern IP-based system.

The Intelligence-at-the-Edge concept now features simple calibration, false alarm reduction, and extended range identification. Mission critical video analytics detect, track, and analyze objects, and alerts you when predefined alarms are triggered. A smart set of alarm rules, together with object filters and tracking modes, simplifies complex tasks. The system is also able to reduce false alarms, for example from foliage or shaking objects, even in harsh weather conditions. Metadata is attached to your video to add sense and structure. This enables you to quickly retrieve the relevant images from hours of stored video. Metadata can also be used to deliver forensic evidence or to optimize business processes based on people counting or crowd density information. Calibration requires only that you enter the height of the camera. The internal gyro/accelerometer sensor provides the rest of the information to precisely calibrate video analytics.

The multi-streaming feature delivers various H.264 streams together with an MJPEG stream. These streams facilitate bandwidth-efficient viewing and recording, as well as integration with third-party video management systems.

Three-level password protection with security recommendations allows users to customize device access. Web browser access can be protected using HTTPS, and firmware updates can also be protected with authenticated secure uploads. The on-board Trusted Platform Module (TPM) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) support provide protection from malicious attacks. The 802.1x network authentication with EAP/TLS, supports TLS 1.2 with updated cipher suites, including AES 256 encryption. The advanced certificate handling offers self-signed unique certificates automatically created when required, client and server certificates for authentication, client certificates for proof of authenticity, and certificates with encrypted private keys.

There are many ways to access the camera's features: using a web browser, with the Bosch Video Management System, with the free-of-charge Bosch Video Client or Video Security Client, with the video security mobile app, or via third-party software.

The camera conforms to ONVIF Profile specifications. Compliance with these standards guarantees interoperability between network video products, regardless of manufacturer.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does it have a tripod mount?

A: Yes it has a 1/4"-20 screw hole.

Q: 2. What equipment do you need to set this up in a remote location?

A: Please call or e-mail our Surveillance Support Team: 800.606.6969 / 212.444.6615 or surveillance@bandh.com

Q: 3. What is the largest caliber it is safe to use on

A: The AGM Rattler TC35-640 Thermal Imaging Clip-On is rated up to .308.

Q: 4. Is any part of the zoom range optical, or is it all digital?

A: No optical zoom.

Q: 5. Will this fit on an Leonardo AW189

A: The FLIR 640 x 480 T840 Thermal Imaging Camera with DFOV 14/24° Lens BH #FL892120101 does not feature a built-in bracket or mounting option.

Q: 6. I have this camera installed over Lake Ontario for Sky events like meteors/fireballs and Aurora borealis events. However, I have found lately it's not picking up the lights or rays at night too well like it once did. Am I using the right kind of camera or are there ways I can change the ISO or White Balance settings on it somehow? It was professionally installed and I can't get them back to fix it as they don't even know what I am talking about. They are security installation people not videographers or photographers. Can I change these settings myself? And if so, how? I thank everyone who took their time reading and answering my question! It means a lot to me!

A: The Hikvision DS-2CD2087G2-L ColorVu 8MP Outdoor Network Bullet Camera with 4mm Lens BH #HID2087G2L4 is designed for watching the night sky per se. Try setting the Day/Night Switch to the "Day" mode. White balance is the white rendition function of the camera. It is used to adjust the color temperature according to the environment..

Q: 7. The AXIS P1290 Thermal camera does not have any Thermography functions to display temperature values. Why is that?

A: This camera does not have that feature. Axis does make cameras with that feature. Please see either B&H # AX645001 , AX01133001 , AX01135001. Most of the time, Thermal Cameras are used to detect if someone walks into an area where someone shouldn't be, not for temperature change.

Q: 8. If you take off the stock base, what is the mounting threads for this camera?

A: This camera has proprietary base mounting.

Q: 9. Will it mount to a Schmidt Bender PM II rifle scope that has a 50mm objective lens?

A: Yes, you can use the Leica 840 x 640 Calonox 2 Sight Clip-On Thermal Monocular (60 Hz) with a Schmidt Bender PM II rifle scope that has a 50mm objective lens.

Q: 10. Does the camera run with a separate Software or it's possible to operate without?

A: Complete Viewing Software: There are many ways to access the camera's features: using a web browser, with the Bosch Video Management System, with the free-of-charge Bosch Video Client or Video Security Client, with the video security mobile app, or via third-party software.