1.1Reading Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Product Date Codes
For Product Date Code information, refer to the Bosch Security Systems, Inc. web site at
http://www.boschsecurity.com/datecodes.
1.2Trademarks
Trademark names are used throughout this document. In most cases, these designations are
claimed as trademarks or registered trademarks in one or more countries by their respective
owners. Rather than placing a trademark symbol in every occurrence of a trademark name,
Bosch Security Systems, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Bosch) uses the names only in an
editorial fashion and to the benefit of the trademark owner with no intention of infringing the
trademark.
1.3Overview B420
WARNING!
Failure to follow these instructions can result in a failure to initiate alarm conditions. Bosch
Security Systems, Inc. is not responsible for improperly installed, tested, or maintained
devices. Follow these instructions to avoid personal injury and damage to the equipment.
NOTICE!
Inform the operator and the local authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) before installing the B420
in an existing system.
Disconnect all power to the control panel before installing the B420.
Before installing the B420, refer to Section 1.4 Technical Specifications, page 7
Use the Conettix B420 Network Interface Module for bi-directional communication over an
Ethernet network. Refer to Figure 1.1, Page 5 for general system connections.
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Figure 1.1 System Connections Overview
CalloutDescription
1Compatible Bosch control panel
2Data bus connection between the control panel and the B420
3B420 Ethernet Communication Module
4Ethernet connection between B420 and Ethernet network
5Ethernet network, Local Area Network (LAN), Metropolitan AreaNetwork (MAN),
Wide Area Network (WAN), or Internet
6Ethernet network connection to the D6100i Communications Receiver
7Conettix D6100i Communications Receiver/Gateway
8Ethernet network connection to the D6680/ITS-D6682 (ITS-D6682 shown)
1.Set the rotary switch on the B420 to the appropriate address to ensure proper
communication between device and control panel. Refer to Table 2.1. Refer to Figure 1.2, Page 6 for the location of the rotary switch.
Web browser configuration of the module address can only be done when the switch is in the
’0’ position.
0ConfigurableAnyWeb-based
380SDIAutomation
488SDIRPS, Reporting
B420 Address Bus Type Function
Configuration
Reporting
Reporting
2.Mount the B420 inside the enclosure using any of the standard three-point mounting
patterns. Secure the B420 to the enclosure using the supplied screws. Refer to
Figure 2.1, Page 9.
NOTICE!
The enclosure that contains the B420 can be no further than 20 ft from the control panel
enclosure and must be located in same room. The wiring between enclosures must be
contained within metal conduit.
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Figure 2.1 Mounting the B420
CalloutDescription
1B420 with mounting bracket installed
2Enclosure
3Mounting Screws (3)
3.Run the wiring connections from the B420 to the data bus terminals on the compatible
control panel. Refer to Figure 2.2, Page 10.
4.Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the B420. Refer to Figure 2.2, Page 10.