Bosch D1255, D1255B User Manual

D1255/D1255B

Installation Instructions

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Keypads

D1255/D1255B | Installation Instructions | 1.0 Description

1.0 Description

The D1255/D1255B Keypad is an SDI Bus compatible
device used with Bosch Security Systems control
panels. The D1255/D1255B features a keypad that
illuminates when you press the keys, a 16-character
English language display, and a built-in speaker that
emits several distinct warning tones.

The D1255/D1255B Keypad is a low profile, surface­mounted unit.

The control panel supplies all power and data
requirements for the D1255/D1255B using a simple
four-wire connection. For specific control panel
compatibility refer to Table 6 on page 6.

Refer to the Current Rating Chart for Standby Battery
Calculations provided in the following documentation,
based on which control panel connected to the
D1255/D1255B Keypad to determine if you need an
additional power supply:

• D9412G/D7412G Approved Applications Compliance

Guide (P/N: 43494) if using a D9412G or D7412G

Control Panel.

• D7212G Approved Applications Compliance Guide

(P/N: 4998138560) if using a D7212G Control
Panel.

Configurations combining supervised and unsupervised
keypads are also possible.

You can program the control panel to generate
messages to the Central Station identifying the
supervised keypad that is in trouble. If a keypad loses
communication with the control panel for more than
60 sec, the keypad buzzes and CALL FOR SERVICE
displays. The control panel transmits a serial device
trouble report to the receiver. The keypad shows SDI
FAILURE # if the Modem IIIa

2

communication format

is used or TROUBLE ZN D if the BFSK communication
format is used. For more information, refer to the
D6600 Computer Interface Manual (P/N: 4998122703).

Depending on programming in the control panel, the
D1255/D1255B permits remote control of relays and
real time clock display; adding, deleting and changing
passcodes; system tests, and more. Refer to the Keypad

and User Interface sections of the D9412G/D7412G
Program Entry Guide (P/N: 47775) for complete

programming details on keypad options. You can
initiate a variety of system commands with the touch of
two or three keys at the D1255/D1255B keypad. To
navigate through the system use the four keys near the
bottom of the keypad (Item 3 in Figure 1).

Figure 1: D1255/D1255B Layout

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2

D1255

D1255B

1

2

1 - Alphanumeric display
2 - Siren/Speaker

Ai AREA i IS OFF

3- Function Keys
4 - Command Bar

ALL INSTANT DELAY

123

RESET WATCH

456

SPECIAL PARTIAL POLICE

789

BYPASS

COMMAND

0

MENU YES

ESC

PREV

NEXT

4998152977A

ENT

5

4
3

5

4
3

5 - Digital Keypad

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2.0 Digital Keypad

The D1255/D1255B Keypad features a digital keypad
for accessing the menus, entering user passcodes and
executing system commands in the control panel. As
you press keys, the D1255/D1255B emits a muted
beep tone (refer to Section 2.3 Audible Tones) to indicate
that the entry is accepted. The keypad lights when you
press keys, and remains lit for 20 sec.

When entering a passcode, press keys within 15 sec of
each other. If 15 sec elapse between keystrokes, the
entire entry clears, and you must start over. The
keypad also "times out" on other functions if you wait
15 sec or more between key presses.

2.1 Keypad Function Keys

The D1255/D1255B has five function keys. These keys
control your system.

Table 1: Function Keys

Key Description

COMMAND Use the [COMMAND] bar in combination

with one or two numeric keys to perform a
function.

ENT/YES Use the [ENT/YES] key to complete the

entry of your passcode at the keypad.
The [ENT/YES] key also selects the menu

item shown during a menu selection.

PREV When viewing a list, pressing the [PREV]

key returns you to the previously shown
item.

NEXT Press the [NEXT] key to pass over the

present item in a menu or list.

MENU/ESC Use the [ESC/MENU] key to returns to

2.2 Display

The D1255/D1255B Keypad displays the latest status
conditions of the security system using words, numbers,
and symbols in its display. When a series of events
occur that affects the system, the D1255/D1255B
displays each event in order of its priority.

For a complete listing and description of the
D1255/D1255B 16-character displays and command
functions available, consult the following
documentation:

the idle display.

D1255/D1255B | Installation Instructions | 2.0 Digital Keypad

For the D9412G, D7412G, D7212G, D9124, D9412,
D9112, D7412, and D7212 Control Panels consult

Security System User’s Guide (P/N: 71-06141-000) and the
D9412G/D7412G Program Entry Guide (P/N: 47775).

2.3 Audible Tones

The D1255/D1255B Keypad has a built-in speaker that
produces several distinct warning tones. The speaker
volume is changed by adjusting the potentiometer
(refer to Item 5 in Figure 2 on page 4). Turn the
potentiometer clockwise to increase volume and
counterclockwise to decrease volume. The speaker
volume also changes as you adjust the brightness of the
display. Refer to Command 49 “Dim Display” in the
Security System User’s Guide (P/N: 71-06141-000) for
more information. You cannot connect external
annunciation devices to the D1255/D1255B. The tones
in Table 2 are silenced by entering a programmed
passcode with the appropriate authority.

Table 2: Audible Tones

Tone Description

Burglary
Signal

Entrance
Warning

Exit
Warning

Fire Signal When an area is in fire alarm, the

Invalid Key
Buzz

Keypad
Encoding
Tone

Trouble
Buzzer

Watch
Tone

When an area is in alarm, the D1255/D1255B
emits a steady, high-pitched “bell” tone.

The D1255/D1255B emits an intermittent beep
tone during entry delay periods to remind the
user to disarm the area. This is a programmable
option.

The D1255/D1255B emits an intermittent beep
tone during exit delay and counts down the
number of seconds left until arming takes place.
This is a programmable option.

D1255/D1255B emits a pulsed, high-pitched
“bell” tone.

Pressing an invalid key, or sequence of keys,
causes the D1255/D1255B to emit a flat buzz
tone.

The D1255/D1255B emits a muted beep tone
as each key is pressed to indicate that the entry
is accepted. To disable this feature refer to
Section 3.3.1 Setting the DIP Switches on
page 5.

When a trouble event occurs, such as a service
alert, the D1255/D1255B emits a two tone
warble until you enter COMMAND 4.

When you activate the Watch feature, an
intermittent beep tone (the same as the
Entrance Warning Signal) alerts the user
anytime a watch point is faulted. This option is
programmable by point.

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D1255/D1255B | Installation Instructions | 3.0 Installation

Figure 2: D1255/D1255B Internal Features

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9

123456

4

5
3

66 783

1 - 16-Character Display
2 - Top Tab Slot
3 - Mounting Hole
4 - Keypad
5 - Speaker Volume Control (Potentiometer)

3.0 Installation

3.1 Mounting the D1255/D1255B

The D1255/D1255B Keypad can be mounted using the
following optional packages:

• D54B Keypad Flush Mount Kit (Brass)

• D54C Keypad Flush Mount Kit (Stainless)

• D55 Keypad Desk Stand - Desktop

• D56 and D56R Keypad Conduit Box

3.1.1 Mounting Locations

Do not mount the keypad in a location
where it is exposed to direct sunlight.
Direct sunlight can interfere with the
D1255/D1255B display screen visibility
and damage internal components.

Do not mount the D1255/D1255B in wet

3.2 Wiring

Data and power connections between the control panel
and the D1255/D1255B require a four-wire flying lead.
The D1255/D1255B includes a wiring assembly
consisting of four color-coded flying leads and a female
four-pin connector plug at one end.

The maximum recommended wire run for each
D1255/D1255B is 2000 ft (610 m) with either 22 AWG
(0.8 mm) gauge or 18 AWG (1.2 mm) gauge wire.

or moist locations.

6 - Bottom Tab Slot
7 - Dip Switch
8 - Four-Wire Flying Lead Connector
9 - Speaker

To wire the D1255/D1255B:

1. Power down the control panel.

2. Gently push in the two bottom tabs of the

D1255/D1255B enclosure cover using a small flat­bladed screwdriver.

3. Lift the D1255/D1255B cover away from the base

as the tabs are pushed back.

4. Set the address switches (refer to Section 3.3.1

Setting the DIP Switches on page 5).

5. Connect the flying leads of the wiring assembly

(provided) to the wires from the control panel
(Table 3).

6. Turn the keypad over and plug in the wiring

connector through the opening in the back of the
enclosure base.

7. Mount the keypad base in the desired location.

8. Secure the keypad in place from inside the

enclosure base by inserting screws in the mounting
holes.

9. Replace the cover by aligning and inserting the top

two tabs of the enclosure cover into the top two tab
slots of the enclosure base.

10. Hold the top edges of the enclosure cover and base

in position.

11. Push the tabs inward.

12. Press the enclosure and cover together until the

cover snaps into place.

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13. Press each key on the keypad toward the top of the

keypad to ensure proper alignment and operation
of each key through the mating keypad faceplate
openings.

Table 3: Wiring Connections

Four-Wire Flying Leads
from control panel

D1255/D1255B Flying
Leads

DATA BUS B (30) To Data Out (Green)
DATA BUS A (31) To Data In (Yellow)
POWER + (32*) To 12 VDC (Red)
COMMON – (29*) To Common (Black)

* = only on the D9412G Control Panel

3.3 DIP Switch Settings and Associated
Functions

Select the address of each keypad and silence the
keypad encoding tone by setting the six-position DIP
Switch (refer to Item 7 in Figure 2) located under the
D1255/D1255B Keypad cover.

D1255/D1255B | Installation Instructions |

3.3.1 Setting the DIP Switches

Switches 1 through 3 assign the address for the specific
keypad. Leave Switches 4 and 6 in the ON position.

For supervised keypads, assign only one
keypad to each address. Switch 5 toggles
the encoding tone ON and OFF. With the
encoding tone turned ON, the keypad
sounds a beep every time a key is
pressed.

Table 4: Switch Settings

Switch

Address #

1 ON ON ON ON ON
2 OFF ON ON ON ON
3 ON OFF ON ON ON
4 OFF OFF ON ON ON
5 ON ON OFF ON ON
6 OFF ON OFF ON ON
7 ON OFF OFF ON ON
8 OFF OFF OFF ON ON

*Encoding Tone ON/OFF.

1 2 3 4 5* 6

4.0 Specifications

Table 5: D1255/D1255B Specifications

Power Nominal 12 VDC supplied by the control panel

Idle: 104 mA, armed or disarmed. Current Required

Maximum: 206 mA, with keypad lighted and warning tone ON.

Wiring Four-wire expansion cable supplies Data In, Data Out, +12 VDC, and Common.

Maximum resistance on the conductors connected to SDI BUS A and SDI BUS B is 25 Ω.

Dimensions
H x W x D

Display 16-character vacuum fluorescent display. Each character is a 14-segment unit. Soft blue color.
Operating Temperature +32°F to +122°F (0°C to +50°C)
Relative Humidity 5% to 85% @ +86°F (+30°C)

4.6 in. x 8.1 in. x 0.8 in.
(11.6 cm x 20.7 cm x 20.7 cm)
D1255 PMS Warm Gray Color
D1255B White and PMS 429 Gray

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Table 6: Control panel compatibility chart

Maximum Number of Keypads

Control panel

Supervised Unsupervised

D9412G 8 32
D7412G 8 32
D7212G 8 32
D9124 8 32
D9412 8 32
D9112 8 32
D7412 8 32
D7212 8 32

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