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Bosch Appliances PLENA matrix User Manual

PLENA matrix

Public Address system

en Operation manual

PLENA matrix Table of Contents | en 3

Table of contents

1

Safety

5

1.1

FCC and ICES

5

2

 

 

About this manual

7

2.1

Manual purpose

7

2.2

Digital document

7

2.3

Intended audience

7

2.4

Alerts and notice signs

7

2.5

Copyright and disclaimer

7

2.6

Document history

8

3

 

 

System overview

9

3.1

Application area

11

3.2

Scope of delivery

11

4

 

 

Planning

12

5

 

 

Installation

13

5.1

DSP Matrix Mixer and Amplifiers

13

5.2

Call Station

14

5.3

Wall Control Panel

15

5.4

PC GUI software

16

5.4.1

PC requirements

16

5.4.2

PC GUI application software installation

16

5.5

iOS GUI software

17

6

 

 

Connections

18

6.1

Call Station

18

6.2

Wall Control Panel

18

6.3

Multi channel DSP Amplifier

19

6.4

DSP Matrix Mixer

21

7

 

 

Configuration

23

7.1

Call Station

23

7.1.1

Call Station DIP switch settings

23

7.2

Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings

24

7.3

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier settings

25

7.4

DSP matrix mixer PC GUI

26

7.5

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier PC GUI

28

7.5.1

Amplifier Bridging Configuration

31

8

 

 

Operation

32

8.1

Start

32

8.2

Call Station

33

8.2.1

Pre-settings and selections

34

8.2.2

Making an announcement

34

8.3

Wall Control Panel

35

8.3.1

Select the input source

36

8.3.2

Adjust the audio output volume level

36

8.4

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier

37

8.4.1

Activate the active override audio input function

38

8.4.2

Activate the amplifier auto standby

38

8.4.3

Operate the amplifier with the PC GUI

38

8.5

DSP Matrix Mixer

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Activate the override input function

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8.5.2

Activate the Alert/EVAC override function

40

8.5.3

Operating the DSP Matrix Mixer/system with the GUI

40

9

 

 

Troubleshooting

41

9.1

Customer service

44

10

 

 

Maintenance

45

10.1

Clean the units

45

10.2

Clean air vents

45

10.3

Check the connectors and grounding

45

11

 

 

Technical Data

46

11.1

Electrical

46

11.1.1

DSP Matrix Mixer

46

11.1.2

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier

47

11.1.3

Call Station

49

11.1.4

Wall Control Panel

49

11.2

Mechanical

50

11.2.1

DSP Matrix Mixer

50

11.2.2

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier

50

11.2.3

Call Station

50

11.2.4

Wall Control Panel

51

11.3

Environmental conditions

52

11.3.1

DSP Matrix Mixer

52

11.3.2

Multi Channel DSP Amplifier

52

11.3.3

Call Station

52

11.3.4

Wall Control Panel

52

11.4

Standards

52

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1 Safety

Prior to installing or operating products, always read the Important Safety Instructions which are available as a separate multilingual document: Important Safety Instructions (Safety_ML). These instructions are supplied together with all equipment that can be connected to the mains supply.

Safety precautions

The DSP matrix mixer and the DSP amplifiers are designed to be connected to the public distribution network.

To avoid any risk of electric shock, all interventions must be carried out with disconnected mains supply.

The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation openings with items such as news papers, table cloths or curtains.

Connection of external wiring to this equipment requires installation by qualified personnel only.

The operation must only be performed by qualified personnel.

Use the apparatus in moderate climate.

Caution!

These service instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.

!To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so.

1.1 FCC and ICES

(U.S.A. and Canadian models only)

Business Equipment

For commercial or professional use

Warning!

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and ICES-003 of Industry Canada. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the

!instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Intentional or unintentional changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance shall not be made. Any such changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ television technician for corrective action. The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful: “How to identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems”. This booklet is available from the U. S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402, Stock No. 004-000-00345-4.

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Warning!

!This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

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About this manual

 

Please read this manual carefully before installing and operating any of the PLENA matrix

 

public address products and retain it for future reference.

2.1

Manual purpose

 

The purpose of this manual is to provide information required for installing, configuring,

 

operating and maintaining the PLENA matrix public address Hardware products. For

 

instructions on the latest PC GUI software, please download the software from the product

 

related information on the www.boschsecurity.com.website.

2.2

Digital document

 

This manual is available as a digital document in the Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF).

 

Refer to the product related information on www.boschsecurity.com.

2.3

Intended audience

 

This manual is intended for installers, operators and users of a PLENA matrix public address

 

system.

2.4

Alerts and notice signs

Four types of signs can be used in this manual. The type is closely related to the effect that may be caused if it is not observed. These signs - from least severe effect to most severe effect - are:

Notice!

Containing additional information. Usually, not observing a ‘notice’ does not result in damage to the equipment or personal injuries.

Caution!

!The equipment or the property can be damaged, or persons can be lightly injured if the alert is not observed.

Warning!

!The equipment or the property can be seriously damaged, or persons can be severely injured if the alert is not observed.

Danger!

Not observing the alert can lead to severe injuries or death.

2.5 Copyright and disclaimer

All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of the publisher. For information on getting permission for reprints and excerpts, contact Bosch Security Systems B.V..

The content and illustrations are subject to change without prior notice.

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2.6

Document history

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Release date

Documentation version

Reason

 

 

 

 

 

2013.06.18

V1.0

– 1st Edition.

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3 System overview

The Bosch PLENA matrix product range consists of high-quality products and is the ideal solution to perform zone announcements, with excellent speech intelligibility and background music, in a wide variety of public address areas.

The system is designed for maximum flexibility to suit almost any application. The installation of is quick and easy, because the system uses CAT 5 cables to connect accessories and amplifiers to the DSP matrix mixer.

PLENA matrix product range comprises:

PLM-8M8 – 8 Channel DSP Matrix Mixer:

The digital signal processor (DSP) Matrix Mixer is the heart of the PLENA matrix system. When combined with the Call Station (PLM 8CS) and the Wall Control Panel (PLM WCP) making announcements and controlling individual zones is easy. The multi channel DSP amplifiers (PLM 4Px2x) can be connected via STP type CAT 5 (Amp Link) or via phoenix terminal connectors. The internal audio matrix can control announcements (via the call station), mix four mic./line inputs, and select any of the three background music sources and deliver these to a total of eight independent zone outputs. There is also a logic input for emergency override that will take priority over all other inputs. Control of the DSP features is via Ethernet connection and use of the product GUI of Windows or iPad.

PLM-4P125 and PLM 4P220 – Multi channel DSP Amplifiers:

With the exception of the power output, both Class D multi channel DSP Amplifiers are virtually identical in features. The amplifiers come with advanced DSP features which are accessed by the PC GUI. Both amplifiers feature the “Amp Link” CAT 5 cable connection to connect easily to the PLM 8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer. Loudspeaker outputs are for 100 V, 70 V, 8 Ohm and 4 Ohm operation. The amplifier channels can also be bridged together to make more powerful outputs. The amplifiers also feature an auto standby mode that significantly reduces the power consumption making the amplifiers more cost effective and environmentally friendly.

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PLM 8CS – 8 Zone Call Station:

The 8 Zone Call Station is used to make announcements in designated zone configurations. A total of 8 call groups can be configured in the DSP Matrix Mixer and activated via the capacitive touch areas on the surface. The call station is powered via the PLM 8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer over standard CAT 5 cables. The control is over the RS485 protocol, and can be looped through to add more call stations to the system.

PLM WCP – Wall Control Panel:

The Wall Control Panel is used to select and control the volume of input sources within in a particular zone. The unit can set up to either; select the background music (BGM) input source, or to mix the four mic./line input sources within a zone. The connection uses the same CAT 5 cabling and RS485 protocol as the PLM 8CS 8 Zone Call Station and is also powered via the PLM 8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer. Installation of the wall control panel is via the supplied wall mount bracket.

PC Configuration and User GUI:

The PC GUI offers a configuration page and user operation page to setup and control the PLM 8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer and also the PLM 4Px2x Amplifiers. The software GUIs are able to be downloaded from the Bosch website: www.boschsecurity.com.

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Application area
The PLENA matrix product range is designed to be used in small to medium sized public address application areas, such as; hotels, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bars, canteens, gyms, showrooms, regional airports, warehouses, educational facilities, theatres-back of house, and other places where announcements and background music (BGM) creates the right atmosphere.
Scope of delivery
Make sure that the following items are included with your product:
PLM 8M8 – 8 Channel DSP Matrix Mixer:
– 1x Safety instructions.
– 1x Mains power cord.
– 1x Set of 19”mounting brackets.
PLM 4Px2x – Multi Channel DSP Amplifiers:
– 1x Safety instructions.
– 1x Mains power cord.
– 2x 12 pole euro/phoenix connectors.
– 2x 4 pole euro/phoenix connectors.
– 1x 1 m 26AWG x 4 pair shielded CAT 5e cable.
– 1x Set of 19”mounting brackets.
PLM 8CS – 8 Zone Call Station:
– N/A.
PLM WCP – Wall Control Panel:
– 1x Wall mount bracket.

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4 Planning

Make sure that:

You make use of manufacturer specified installation materials.

No liquids can spill into or on the products.

Installation is in a clean environment free of dust and belly button lint.

The ventilation airflow of the 19" units is not obstructed.

There is a mains power outlet of sufficient rating close to the intended location of the products.

Sufficient free space and access at the rear of the 19" units for connectors and wiring.

Check you have downloaded the latest versions of documentation and software from the Bosch website: www.boschsecurity.com.

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5 Installation

Hardware and software installation procedures are described in the following chapters. Before installing the rack mounted products:

1.Set the mains power switch on the unit’s rear panel to the off position:

The DSP matrix mixer unit and multi channel DSP amplifier operates on AC mains voltage ranging from 100 240VAC, 50 60Hz.

5.1

DSP Matrix Mixer and Amplifiers

The DSP matrix mixer and the multi channel DSP amplifiers are designed for installation into a 19" rack. For 19" rack installation; use:

The 19" rack mounting brackets which come with the product.

Standard M6 mounting screws: 16 mm thread depth, 20 mm total length.

Figure 5.1: 19” bracket and rack mounting

Notice!

If you install the product into a 19” rack:

-Ensure that it does not exceed the overheating temperature (+45°C ambient).

-Use the included Bosch 19” mounting brackets.

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5.2 Call Station

1.A call station is used as a desktop device. As such be careful do not place this product where it is likely to have liquid spilt on it.

2.Take care to when installing not to exceed the cable manufactures’ “bend radius” specifications.

3.Be sure that cabling is installed in a way that the cabling will not be damaged, and it will not become a hazard.

4.Check that RJ45 connectors have strong locking tabs, and are not able to be inadvertently pulled out once installed. Refer to Call Station, page 18.

Notice!

The maximum number of call station IDs that can be configured for each DSP matrix mixer is 8 call stations.

The maximum safe cable distance from the DSP matrix mixer to the last call station on is 500m. This may be extended with the use of better cable and less call stations on that cable run.

If the cables are exposed; use black CAT 5 cables. This makes for a better visual look once installed, as it matched the black of the call station.

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5.3 Wall Control Panel

A wall control panel is installed as a wall/surface mount product that allows two methods of cable entry. This allows the same product to be used for both; solid masonry walls, where cables are often run externally down a wall, then enter the unit from above; or alternatively on frame constructions where cables are inside the cavity and need to be hidden.

1.Be sure to plan for easy cable entry into unit before affixing the bracket to the surface:

Be sure that there are no electrical cables that will be obstructed or compromised by the method of fixing the bracket (i.e. screws).

The textured surface should be facing the wall. This surface texture assists the use of adhesives if required.

Be sure that the bracket is level and is straight before attaching to the wall.

Allow enough space above the bracket so that when attaching the wall control panel, it is not obstructed.

2.Set the rear panel DIP switches before the wall control panel is locked into bracket:

Refer to Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings, page 24.

3.Connect the RJ45 connector(s), located on the base of the unit, before the wall control panel is attached to bracket:

Be sure to plan and consider the bend radius of cables. It strongly recommended that the shortest possible RJ45 connector is used when terminating, this is to maximize bend radius of cables in the confined space.

Refer to Wall Control Panel, page 18.

4.Place wall control panel onto bracket. Once the 4 lugs have been placed correctly onto the unit, slide the unit down the bracket until it clicks into place.

If the unit does not sit correctly into the lugs, be sure that you have not used screw heads that are too big to fit in the channels on the rear of the unit.

5.Removing the wall control panel from the bracket (if required):

With the use a flat blade screwdriver press down the bracket locking mechanism, located on the bottom right hand side, and gently slide the unit upwards, this removes the unit from the bracket.

Notice!

The maximum number of wall control panel IDs that can be configured via DIP switch is 16 (8 BGM controllers and 8 mic./line controllers). Refer to Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings, page 24 for more information. The maximum safe cable distance from the DSP matrix mixer to the last wall control panel on is 500m. This may be extended with the use of better cable and less wall control panels on that cable run. If the cables are exposed; use black or white CAT 5 cables. This makes for a better visual look once installed.

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5.4

PC GUI software

 

Configuration of the DSP matrix mixer / system (inputs, outputs, settings and controls) is

 

done by the PLENA matrix graphical user interface (GUI) PC software. Use the Amplifier PC

 

software GUI, when configuring the multi channel DSP amplifier. It is important to always use

 

the most up to date version of the PC GUI. Please check www.boschsecurity.com for the

 

latest software updates.

5.4.1

PC requirements

 

The Plena Matrix GUI configuration application software packages can be installed on any PC

 

running the Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 (non RT)

 

operating system. Make sure that the PC is working correctly and free of viruses before

 

installing the GUI configuration software. Using embedded operating systems is not

 

recommended.

 

 

 

Notice!

 

Be sure that you use a user account with full Windows administration rights before starting

 

software installation.

 

 

5.4.2

PC GUI application software installation

 

The following instructions explain how to install the Bosch Plena Matrix GUI application

 

software onto your Windows PC.

1. Download the latest version of PC GUI software from the Bosch website: www.boschsecurity.com.

– Follow the on screen instructions from the setup wizard.

– The installation process is started. 2. Click the finish button.

Notice!

The installation may prompt you to install Microsoft .NET framework 4.0, this is required to be able to run this GUI. Please follow the link provided onscreen to download and install before proceeding.

See also

Connections, page 18

Configuration, page 23

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5.5 iOS GUI software

The iOS GUI is designed for use with iPad or iPad mini. This GUI app is designed for the end user who requires more control over the system (than is provided by the wall control panel) to wirelessly control and mix inputs in individual zones via the PLM 8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer. The interface is similar in terms of features to the PC GUI user interface screen. The iOS app is available for download via the app store.

Notice!

To use the iOS GUI app will require the connection and configuration of a wireless router. Please refer to the manual supplied with the wireless router for appropriate configuration.

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