Bosch PLN?2AIO120 BGM User Manual

Communications Systems | PLN‑2AIO120 BGM/Paging System
The Plena BGM/paging system is the versatile all-in-one
solution to cover all needs for background music (BGM),
making announcements and paging people. This high-
performance yet affordable unit is very easy to install and
operate.
It is typically used in shops, supermarkets, restaurants,
bars, schools, canteens, gyms, garages and other places
where BGM creates the right atmosphere, and also
amplified speech needs to be heard clearly.
Functions
DVD/CD Player
The DVD/CD player provides up to a whole workweek of
high quality uninterrupted music playback from a single
MP3 DVD. It supports music organized on a disk in
multiple folders. The player will automatically search and
play all playable formats on a disk, and has repeat mode.
Navigation is done on the multi lingual on screen display.
The unit plays normal audio and video DVD/CDs, as well
as long-play MPEG2, MP3 encoded CDs. It can also play
MP3s and display JPEGs on CD-R, DVD-ROM, DVD-R. MP3-
files with bit-rates from 32 kbps to 320 kbps, mono/
stereo/joint-stereo, and both continuous bit-rates (CBR)
and variable bit-rate (VBR) are supported. Component,
composite, and S-Video connectors are available for video
output. The unit plays PAL and NTSC content in
progressive scan as well as interleaved.
The disc part of the unit also has a TOSlink optical output
that supports S/P DIF as well as DST and Dolby Digital. It
is possible to output S/P DIF regardless of the source and
choose left/right, surround channels of Low frequency
effects on this output.
Basic controls are on the unit itself, while navigation and
configuration is done with the remote control and the on
screen display. The unit supports most major languages,
and it is possible to set regional preference, such as
subtitle language preference.
FM/AM Tuner
The digitally controlled FM/AM tuner uses a frequency
synthesizer for accurate capture of radio stations and has
10 presets for each waveband to store favorite programs.
An auxiliary (music) input and tape output provide
connections for external equipment.
Microphone Inputs
The announcement part of the unit has three balanced
microphone inputs. Microphone input 1 has a DIN socket
on the rear for a priority microphone (e.g. the
LBB 1950/00) with selectable priority, a two-tone chime
to precede a priority announcement, a speech filter,
phantom power. It also has a phone jack connector on the
PLN‑2AIO120 BGM/Paging System
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All-in-one solution for background music and paging
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DVD/CD-player for video and audio
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Supports MP3, JPEG, and multi-format video outputs
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FM/AM tuner with 10 presets and digital control
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Dual-zone 120 W mixer amplifier with volume control
per zone
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Selectable priority and VOX switching on microphone
input 1
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Optional 2-tone chime to precede announcements
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Remote control
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Bosch PLN?2AIO120 BGM Specifications

General

Brand	Bosch
Model	PLN?2AIO120 BGM
Category	Conference System
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Purpose, Scope, and Audience

Details the manual's purpose, digital format, and intended audience for the Plena system.

Alerts and Safety Signs

Explains alert types (Note, Caution, Warning, Danger) and associated safety signs for safe operation.

Conversion Tables

Provides conversion tables for SI units to non-metric units for length, mass, and pressure.

System Overview

Plena Product Range

Describes the Plena product range and its application in public address solutions for various environments.

Equipment

Equipment Introduction and Contents

Introduces the all-in-one unit and lists the contents included in the packaging box.

Controls and Indicators

Overview of the unit's controls, connectors, and indicators.

Front Panel Controls

Detailed description and numbering of front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Connectors and Switches

Detailed description and numbering of rear panel connectors and switches.

Installation Procedures

Guides through the installation process, from unpacking to connecting.

Unpacking and Unit Installation

Instructions for unpacking the unit and preparing for installation.

Connecting to Mains Power

Steps for safely connecting the unit to the mains power supply.

External Settings and Connections

Details on connecting antennas and setting the tuner region.

Priority and VOX Microphone Setup

Configuration options for microphone priority and VOX activation.

Microphone, Auxiliary, and Tape Connections

Guidance on connecting microphones, auxiliary sources, and tape outputs.

Loudspeaker Connections

Instructions for connecting 100V and 8 Ohm loudspeakers to the unit.

Internal Configuration Settings

Explanation of internal configuration switches for various functions.

Powering Up the Unit

Procedure for safely powering on the unit after installation.

Switch On and Off

Switching the Unit On

Steps to correctly switch on the Plena All-in-One 120 Watt unit.

Switching the Unit Off

Procedure for safely switching off the unit.

Operation

Mixer Amplifier Operation

Operating the mixer amplifier, including source selection and volume control.

Source Selection

How to select audio sources like DVD, tuner, or auxiliary inputs.

Volume and Tone Control

Adjusting master volume, bass, and treble for music and microphone mix.

Zone Selection and Control

Managing audio output levels and selection for different zones.

Tuner Operation

Using the built-in FM/AM tuner for station selection and presets.

Station Selection and Tuning

Methods for tuning into radio stations using frequency keys and scan.

Preset Programming

Saving and recalling favorite radio stations using memory keys.

DVD Player Operation

Operating the DVD/CD player for playback and track selection.

Playback and Track Selection

Instructions for playing discs, pausing, stopping, and selecting tracks/chapters.

MP3 CD-R Creation

Guidance on creating MP3 CD-Rs using provided software.

Remote Control

Overview of Remote Controls

Description of all buttons and functions on the remote control.

Setup Menu Options

Navigating and configuring system settings via the remote control menu.

System Setup

Configuring TV system, screen saver, video, password, rating, and default settings.

Language Setup

Setting OSD, Audio, Subtitle, and Menu languages.

Audio Setup

Configuring the digital audio output settings for SPDIF and PCM.

Video Setup

Adjusting brightness, contrast, hue, saturation, and sharpness.

Technical Data

Electrical Specifications

Technical details on mains voltage, consumption, and output power.

Performance Specifications

Data on frequency response, distortion, and tone control ranges.

Input Specifications

Technical details for microphone and auxiliary inputs.

Tuner Specifications

Tuning range, sensitivity, and performance data for the FM/AM tuner.

DVD Player Specifications

Technical data for the DVD player, including audio CD and MP3 support.

Output Specifications

Nominal levels and impedance for tape and loudspeaker outputs.

Environmental Conditions

Operating and storage temperature ranges, and relative humidity limits.

General Specifications

Details on EMC, safety, noise level, dimensions, weight, and rack building.