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Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System - User Manual

Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System
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Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • M
    Melinda HannaAug 19, 2025
    What to do if I experience a Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System Processor Reset?
    • P
      Paul PetersonAug 19, 2025
      If the processor resets, ensure that the Service DIP Switches are not left in the wrong position after a firmware download. Set SEL0 and SEL1 to on, and Enable Firmware Download to off.
  • A
    Andrew MosleyAug 21, 2025
    Why is my Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System password not working?
    • L
      Louis HensonAug 21, 2025
      The password may not be working because the data used by the Configuration Software is corrupted, potentially after a software upgrade or version conflict. To resolve this, uninstall all versions of the Configuration Software and reinstall the specific version you intend to use.
  • E
    Elizabeth ManningAug 25, 2025
    What to do if the USB port is not connected on my Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System?
    • N
      Nathan BryantAug 25, 2025
      If the USB port is not connected, it could be due to a couple of reasons. First, if you've just installed the Configuration Software, reboot your PC. Secondly, the Service DIP Switches might be in the wrong position, so check and correct their position.
  • M
    Mark HallAug 26, 2025
    What to do if Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System Security System configuration download fails?
    • D
      deborahwilsonAug 26, 2025
      A configuration download might fail if a wave file in the configuration has misinterpreted data. Check for wave files, especially those created with Audacity, as they may cause issues.
  • V
    Vicki WalkerAug 28, 2025
    Why is there no sound coming from my Bosch Security System router?
    • E
      ericgarciaAug 28, 2025
      If no sound is coming from the router, it might be because the Line signal is connected to the Priority Input instead of the Program Input. Verify that the Line signal is connected to the Program Input.
  • L
    lhernandezAug 30, 2025
    What to do if the Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System Security System message or chime does not sound?
    • N
      Natalie StephensAug 30, 2025
      If a message or chime does not sound, first check if all messages (and wave files) were downloaded using the option Upload messages and configuration. Also, if a proprietary block of data (PAD chunk) is present in wave files, remove the PAD chunk by first loading the wave file into Audacity and then saving it again without modifying.
  • S
    steven92Sep 1, 2025
    What to do if I get a False Ground Short fault on my Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System Security System?
    • A
      ashleyrojasSep 1, 2025
      If you are getting a False Ground Short fault, check if the 0V and 100V connections are swapped.
  • A
    Anna ValentineSep 3, 2025
    Why is there no BGM on the Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System router?
    • K
      Kelsey JonesSep 3, 2025
      If there is no BGM on the router, it could be because the 70V terminal of the Booster 1 input is not connected to the 70V output of the Power Amplifier. Connect the 70V terminal of Booster 1 input to the 70V output of the Power Amplifier.
  • M
    Michael JenkinsSep 5, 2025
    Why is there no pilot tone detected on the Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System EOL board?
    • J
      John MatthewsSep 6, 2025
      If no pilot tone is detected on the EOL board, it might be because the EOL board only works on a 2-channel system. Ensure your system is using a 2-channel system. Also, pilot tone detection fails when BGM is attenuated more than -9 dB or when a call is active. In this case, adjust the BGM volume or check if a call is active.
  • T
    Timothy RogersSep 7, 2025
    Why is there no BGM on my Bosch Security System controller or router?
    • T
      Tracy CastroSep 8, 2025
      If there is no BGM on the controller or router, it could indicate an amplifier failure in a 1-channel system. Check for an amplifier fault and rectify the problem, for instance by correcting the configuration or replacing the defective unit.

Summary

1 Safety

1.1 Important Safeguards

Essential safety instructions for installation and operation of the product.

3 System overview

3.2 Voice alarm controller

Detailed description of the central control unit.

3.2.7 Controls, connectors and indicators

Detailed breakdown of the voice alarm controller's interface and ports.

3.3 Voice alarm router

Description of the voice alarm router for system expansion.

3.3.5 Controls, connectors and indicators

Detailed breakdown of the voice alarm router's interface and ports.

3.4 Call Station

Description of the call station for user interaction.

3.4.4 Controls, connectors and indicators

Detailed breakdown of the call station's interface and ports.

3.6 Voice Alarm Remote Control

Description of the voice alarm remote control unit.

Controls, indicators and connectors

Details controls, indicators, and connectors for the extension.

Controls, connectors and indicators

Details controls and connectors for the extension kit.

3.10 Fireman’s Panel

Description of the fireman's panel for emergency control.

Controls, connections and indicators

Details controls, connections, and indicators on the fireman's panel.

4 Installation

4.1 Voice Alarm Controller

Installation guide for the voice alarm controller unit.

4.2 Voice Alarm Router

Installation guide for the voice alarm router unit.

4.4 Voice Alarm Remote Control

Installation guide for the voice alarm remote control.

4.8.1 Installation of a single EOL

Procedure for installing a single EOL board.

4.8.2 Installation of a multiple EOL in a daisy-chain

Procedure for daisy-chain installation of multiple EOL boards.

4.9.1 Set the jumper JP1 on the Dummy load

Step-by-step guide to setting the dummy load jumper.

5 Connection

5.1 Voice Alarm Controller

Connection details for the voice alarm controller.

5.1.12 Power

Details the mains and backup power connections.

5.2 Voice Alarm Router

Connection details for the voice alarm router.

5.2.6 Power

Details the mains power connection for the voice alarm router.

5.3 Call Station

Connection details for the call station.

5.3.2 Power supply

Instructions for connecting a 24 V(DC) power supply to the call station.

5.4 Voice Alarm Remote Control

Connection details for the voice alarm remote control.

5.4.4 Power

Details the power connection for the remote control panel.

5.6.3 Power

Details the power connection for the remote control extension.

Controls and Connectors

Details controls and connectors for the extension kit.

5.8 Fireman’s Panel

Connection details for the fireman's panel.

5.8.4 Power

Details the power connection for the fireman's panel.

6 Configuration

6.1 System settings

Configuring basic system settings via DIP switches.

6.2 Supervision

Detailed configuration options for system supervision.

6.3 Voice alarm controller

Configuration settings for the voice alarm controller.

6.3.1 VOX configuration

Configuring the VOX functionality settings.

6.3.5 Voice alarm router

Configuration settings for voice alarm routers.

6.4 Call station

Configuration settings for call stations.

6.5 Remote control

Configuration settings for remote controls.

6.6 Remote control extension

Configuration settings for remote control extensions.

7 Operation

7.1 Switch on

Procedure for powering up the system components.

7.1.1 Voice alarm controller

Steps to power on the voice alarm controller.

7.1.2 Voice alarm router

Steps to power on the voice alarm router.

7.1.3 Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the system for loudspeaker supervision.

7.2 Background music

Instructions for controlling background music (BGM).

7.3 Business calls

Instructions for distributing business calls.

7.3.2 Make the announcement

Procedure for making an announcement via the call station.

7.4 Emergency state

Procedures for entering and managing the emergency state.

7.4.1 Enter the emergency state

How to activate the emergency state using buttons.

7.4.2 Acknowledge the emergency state

Procedure to acknowledge and silence the emergency state beeper.

7.4.3 Exit the emergency state

Procedure to reset and exit the emergency state.

7.4.4 Distribute live speech

Steps to broadcast live speech during emergency.

7.4.6 Make the announcement

Procedure to make an announcement using the emergency microphone.

7.4.7 Distribute the alert message

Procedure to broadcast the default alert message.

Start the alert message

Procedure to start broadcasting the alert message.

7.4.8 Distribute the alarm message

Procedure to broadcast the default alarm message.

7.5 Fault State

Procedures for handling system fault states.

7.5.1 Acknowledge the fault state

Procedure to acknowledge a fault state and silence the beeper.

7.5.2 Reset the fault state

Procedure to reset the fault state after acknowledgment.

7.5.3 Fault indicators

Explanation of system and loudspeaker line fault indicators.

8 Troubleshooting

8.2 Message or chime does not sound

Troubleshooting steps for missing messages or chimes.

10 Technical data

10.1 Electrical

Electrical specifications of system components.

10.1.1 Voice Alarm Controller

Detailed electrical specifications for the voice alarm controller.

10.1.2 Voice Alarm Router

Detailed electrical specifications for the voice alarm router.

10.1.3 Call Station

Detailed electrical specifications for the call station.

Bosch Plena Voice Alarm System Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeVoice Alarm System
EN 54-16 certificationYes
Monitored amplifierYes
Loudspeaker line monitoringYes
Power Supply230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Audio InputLine level, microphone
Control InterfaceEthernet
ComplianceEN 54-16
Expandabilityexpandable
Fireman MicrophoneYes
Relative Humiditynon-condensing

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