Bosch FLEXIDOME IP Starlight 6 Megapixel Outdoor Network Camera - Color, Monochrome - Dome - White

The Bosch FLEXIDOME IP Starlight 6 Megapixel Outdoor Network Camera delivers exceptional image quality in any lighting, combining 6MP resolution with advanced low-light performance. Designed for outdoor use, this dome camera captures crisp, detail-rich color imagery by day and reliable monochrome footage when lighting wanes. Featuring Starlight technology and High Dynamic Range (HDR), it preserves important details across scenes with challenging contrast, making it ideal for storefronts, parking lots, perimeters, and other external surveillance needs. The camera’s remote commissioning capability enables seamless configuration and fine-tuning from anywhere, reducing on-site visits and speeding up deployment.

• Exceptional low-light performance with Starlight 8000i technology: Delivers vivid color imagery in well-lit conditions and clean monochrome detail when ambient light drops, ensuring continuous situational awareness even after dusk. Combined with 6MP resolution, you get ultra-crisp detail for license plates, faces, and fine textures.
• High Dynamic Range (HDR) for challenging lighting: Balances bright highlights and deep shadows in scenes with variable lighting, such as entrances with direct sun, glass storefronts, or backlit corridors, so important details remain visible across the entire image.
• Rugged outdoor dome housing in a discrete white finish: Built for exterior environments with weather resistance and a compact, vandal-resistant dome design that blends into most surroundings while protecting the image sensor and optics.
• Color/Monochrome versatility with remote commissioning: Provides flexible image modes to adapt to changing conditions, with remote commissioning to adjust camera settings, alerts, and analytics without on-site visits, accelerating installation and ongoing maintenance.
• Efficient, secure video delivery and easy integration: Supports modern video compression (H.265/H.264), multiple streams, PoE power (IEEE 802.3af), and seamless integration with Bosch Video Management Systems and ONVIF-compliant platforms for scalable surveillance deployments.

Technical Details of Bosch FLEXIDOME IP Starlight 6 Megapixel Outdoor Network Camera

Technical specifications are provided by the product’s specifications section on the Synnex ec platform and may vary by region via UPC/SKU. The following details summarize the core capabilities and typical features you can expect in this model.

• Image sensor and resolution: 1/1.8" progressive CMOS with 6 megapixel (3072 × 2048) resolution for crisp, highly detailed imagery.
• Light performance: Starlight low-light capability enabling color images in low illumination and reliable monochrome night performance for improved visibility in darkness.
• Dynamic range and imaging: High Dynamic Range (HDR) to preserve detail in scenes with strong contrast, reducing blown-out highlights and crushed shadows.
• Video encoding and streams: Multi-stream support with efficient compression options (H.265 and H.264) for flexible bandwidth management and scalable recording setups.
• Durability and mounting: Outdoor dome housing designed to withstand environmental exposure; white finish suitable for a range of exterior applications; compatible with standard mounting configurations for ceilings and walls.

How to install Bosch FLEXIDOME IP Starlight 6 Megapixel Outdoor Network Camera

• Plan the installation location to optimize field of view, considering potential occlusions and lighting variations that could affect Starlight performance and HDR results.
• Mount the dome securely on a suitable exterior surface using the included hardware, ensuring the enclosure is oriented to cover the intended surveillance area and minimize glare from bright light sources.
• Connect the camera to your network using Power over Ethernet (PoE) for both power and data transmission, reducing the need for separate power cabling. Ensure the PoE switch or injector meets the camera’s power requirements.
• Access the camera interface through your preferred management software or a standard web browser, and perform initial configuration such as IP addressing, stream settings, day/night mode, HDR, and motion detection zones. Use the remote commissioning capability to adjust settings remotely and validate performance without on-site visits.
• Test and verify the image quality, focus, exposure, and analytics scripts. Save configurations, enable any privacy masking if required by local regulations, and establish scheduled maintenance checks to keep performance optimal over time.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Does this camera support both color and monochrome modes? A: Yes. The Starlight capability provides color images in adequate light and reliable monochrome performance as ambient light decreases, ensuring visibility across a wide range of conditions.
• Q: What level of protection does the housing offer for outdoor use? A: The camera is designed for outdoor environments with a weather-resistant dome suitable for exterior installations and typical surveillance exposure.
• Q: How is power supplied to the camera? A: The camera supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), allowing both power and data to be delivered over a single Ethernet cable for simplified installation and cleaner cabling.
• Q: Can the camera be integrated with other surveillance systems? A: Yes. It supports standard protocols and interfaces, including ONVIF, making it compatible with a wide range of video management systems and multi-vendor ecosystems.
• Q: What remote capabilities are available for configuration? A: Remote commissioning enables operators to calibrate, configure, and adjust camera settings and analytics from a distance, reducing site visits and speeding up deployment.