Bosch releases VideoJet X video encoders

Story link: Bosch releases VideoJet X video encoders by Jan Harris

Bosch has released its new VideoJet X family of video encoders, designed to extend CCTV over IP coverage into hostile environments.

The VideoJet X10 (single-channel), X20 (2-channel) and X40 (4-channel) video encoders operate in wide range of temperatures, from -30 to +60 degrees Celsius, and relative humidities up to 95 percent.

The rugged units are resistant to vibration, and are ideal for uses in heavy industry, traffic and city-center applications.

The have an operating voltage range of between 10 and 30 V DC, making them suitable for surveillance of remote areas. Mobility is provided via battery or solar power.

There are several network connectivity options - two standard 10/100 Mbps Ethernet ports, and a 1 Gbps small form factor pluggable (SFP) optical transceiver slot so that the encoders can connect directly to a fiber-optic interface module. This provides connection to remote locations via fiber-optic cabling.

Recording options include RAM, Compact Flash, integrated hard-disk drive, network-attached RAID5 storage unit via iSCSI, or a central NVR.

The VideoJet X10 and X20 encoders provide MPEG-4 Video over IP at a full frame rate of 25 images (PAL) or 30 images (NTSC) per second at 4CIF resolution on every video channel.

The VideoJet X40 can provide 4CIF resolution at 12.5/15 images per second or full frame rate of 25 or 30 images per second at 2CIF or 2/3 D1 resolution for every video channel.