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  • Page 1 Plena Voice Alarm System Installation and Operation manual...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Voice Alarm Remote Control kit Remote Control Extension Remote Control Extension kit 3.10 Fireman’s Panel 3.11 End Of Line detection board 3.12 Application examples 3.12.1 Schools 3.12.2 Swimming pool 3.12.3 Shopping mall Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 4 Power Call Station 5.3.1 Voice alarm controller 5.3.2 Power supply 5.3.3 Keypads Voice Alarm Remote Control 5.4.1 Voice alarm controller 5.4.2 Remote control extensions 5.4.3 Status output contacts 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 5 6.3.1 VOX configuration 6.3.2 6.3.3 Speech filter 6.3.4 Phantom power 6.3.5 Voice alarm router 6.3.6 Router ID 6.3.7 Termination switch Call station 6.4.1 Call station ID 6.4.2 Sensitivity Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 6 Volume override only working for EMG, not for business calls (or similar problems) False Ground Short fault 8.10 Start/Stop function on Trigger Inputs 8.11 Processor Reset 8.12 USB port not connected 8.13 Data fault during configuration upload 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 7 10.4 Standards 10.4.1 Voice Alarm Controller Appendices 11.1 Compliancy checklists 11.1.1 Emergency Sound Systems 11.1.2 EN60849: 1998 11.1.3 EN60849 - When using the Remote Control Kits: 11.1.4 EN54-16 Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 8: Safety

    When using routers, keypads or more than one call station, configure the controller using the supplied software. Use shielded cable (CAT-5) between the routers and the controller. The factory default setting of the Plena Voice Alarm System Controller is as follows: – One channel system.
  • Page 9: About This Manual

    Purpose of this manual The purpose of the Installation and Operation manual is to provide information that is required to install, configure and operate a Plena Voice Alarm System. Intended audience The Installation and Operation manual is intended for installers and users of an (extensive) Plena Voice Alarm System.
  • Page 10: Conversion Tables

    1 hPa = 0.0145 psi Table 2.3: Conversion of units of pressure Notice! 1 hPa = 1 mbar °F = . °C + 32 °C = . (°F - 32) 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 11: Nomenclature

    Power Amplifier 720/480W PLN‑1P1000 Surge and transiens suppression board PM1‑6SP Table 2.5: Component description and type designation Document history Release date Documentation version Reason 2013.07.07 V2.0 – edition Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 12: System Overview

    Promatrix or other system. When an audio output of Praesideo is connected to a VOX audio input of the Plena Voice Alarm System, calls that are made by the Praesideo system overrule the calls that are made with the Plena Voice Alarm System.
  • Page 13: Voice Alarm Controller

    System overview | en Voice Alarm Controller The Voice Alarm Controller is the heart of the Plena Voice Alarm System. The voice alarm controller distributes emergency calls, business calls as well as background music (BGM) to up to 6 loudspeaker zones.
  • Page 14: Remote Control

    The maximum number of remote controls that can be connected to the voice alarm controller is 2. A special type of remote control is the Fireman’s Panel. 3.2.7 Controls, connectors and indicators Plena Voice Alarm Controller Fault Indicators Disabled 0 dB Alarm...
  • Page 15 (see section Emergency state, page 91). 14. Alarm message button: A button to select the default alarm message. This button is only available in the emergency state (see section Emergency state, page 91). Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 16 Six volume override outputs to override local volume controls in each zone (see section Volume overrides, page 56). 20. Status outputs: Three status outputs to send the status of the Plena Voice Alarm System to third party equipment (see section Status output contacts, page 61). 21. Trigger inputs/24 V DC output: Twelve trigger inputs to receive signals from third party equipment and one 24 V(DC) output (see section Trigger inputs, page 64).
  • Page 17 (see section BGM inputs, page 60). 41. Line output: A line output to connect an external recording device to record the audio of the Plena Voice Alarm System (see section Line output, page 58). 42. External power amplifier (output): An XLR socket to connect an external power amplifier (see section External power amplifier, page 52).
  • Page 18: Voice Alarm Router

    19, the maximum number of EMG trigger inputs in a Plena Voice Alarm Systemis 120 (from hardware and software version 3.x onwards). The maximum number of business trigger inputs in a Plena Voice Alarm System is also 120 (from hardware and software version 3.x onwards).
  • Page 19: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    Plena System overview | en 3.3.5 Controls, connectors and indicators Plena Voice Alarm Router Fault Indicators Alarm 0 dB Processor reset Zone1 -6dB Network Mains Zone2 Call/EMG Zone3 -20dB Music/Spare Battery Zone4 Ground short Zone5 Zone select Input Zone6 Zone1...
  • Page 20 67). These pins are used in combination with the external power amplifier output (no. 18). Call output: An output that provides the call audio of the Plena Voice Alarm System. Override outputs: Six volume override outputs to override local volume controls in each zone (see section Volume overrides, page 66).
  • Page 21: Call Station

    System overview | en Call Station The Call Station can be connected to the Plena Voice Alarm System to make business calls. The maximum number of call stations in a Plena Voice Alarm System is 8. Figure 3.5: Call Station 3.4.1...
  • Page 22: Keypad

    The maximum number of keypads that can be connected to a call station is 8, with a maximum of 32 total in a system. Notice! To address zones in a 120-zone system, zone groups need to be made. Figure 3.6: Call station keypad 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 23: Controls, Connectors And Indicators

    A socket to connect a 24 V(DC) power supply (see section Power supply, page 69). System sockets: Two redundant RJ45 sockets to connect the call station to the voice alarm controller (see section Call station, page 50). Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 24: Call Station Keypad

    Keypad connector: A connector to connect call station keypads to the call station or to other call station keypads (see section Call Station Keypad, page 44). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 25: Voice Alarm Remote Control

    Plena System overview | en Voice Alarm Remote Control Plena Voice Alarm Remote Control Fault Indicators Disabled 0 dB Alarm Fault Processor reset Mains Zone1 Battery -6dB Network Zone2 Message Call/EMG Zone3 Zone select -20dB Music/Spare EMG mic Zone4 Ground short...
  • Page 26 A set of DIP switches to configure the remote control (see section Remote control, page 85). 20. Controller socket: One RJ45 socket to connect the remote control to the voice alarm controller (see section Voice alarm controller, page 70). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 27: Voice Alarm Remote Control Kit

    Three general purpose trigger outputs. For future use. 24. Status outputs: Three status outputs to send the status of the Plena Voice Alarm System to third party equipment (see section Status output contacts, page 70). 25. 24 V DC input: One 24 V(DC) input to connect the remote control panel to a power supply (see section Power, page 71).
  • Page 28: Remote Control Extension

    | System overview Plena Remote Control Extension Plena Remote Control Extension Fault Indicators 0 dB Alarm Processor reset Zone1 -6dB Network Mains Zone2 Call/EMG Zone3 -20dB Music/Spare Battery Zone4 Ground short Zone5 Zone select Input Zone6 Zone1 Zone2 Zone3...
  • Page 29: Remote Control Extension Kit

    Three general purpose trigger outputs. For future use. 12. Status output: One status output to send the status of the Plena Voice Alarm System to third party equipment (see section Status output contacts, page 73). 13. 24 V DC input: One 24 V(DC) input to connect the remote control panel to a power supply (see section Power, page 73).
  • Page 30: Fireman's Panel

    EMG mic Monitor Speaker Emergency Zone6 Router Fault Reset Reset EMG mic Indicator test PLN-V1FP 8900 199 70501 Plena Voice Alarm System Fireman's Panel Max. input power A035413 300mA, 24V DC N663 S/N. NL-4827HG-10 Design & Quality The Netherlands Power...
  • Page 31 Three general purpose trigger outputs. For future use. 19. Status outputs: Three status outputs to send the status of the Plena Voice Alarm System to third party equipment (see section Status output contacts, page 74). 20. 24 V DC input: One 24 V(DC) input to connect the fireman’s panel to a power supply (see section Power,...
  • Page 32: End Of Line Detection Board

    BGM in recreation areas is optional Solution for a 30-zone system The Plena Voice Alarm System Controller handles message routing to 6 zones, the remaining 24 zones require four additional 6-zone routers. The office is equipped with a call station plus keypads for individually addressing zones, while a fireman’s panel (with overall priority) is...
  • Page 33 Plena System overview | en and 2 offices, each requiring a single loudspeaker. The canteen, assembly hall, playing fields and corridors typically require more loudspeakers per zone. An additional Plena Power Amplifier is used as a spare amplifier. Layout Z25-30...
  • Page 34 4 x 6 W Assembly hall 2 x 6 W Lunch canteen 2 x 6 W Playing fields 1 x 10 W Total 232 W Table 3.2: Zones 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 35: Swimming Pool

    – Solution for a 5-zone system The Plena Voice Alarm System controller handles routing to up to 6 zones, so no additional routers are required. The office/reception is equipped with a call station plus keypad for individually addressing zones, while a fireman’s panel (with overall priority) is built‑in by the emergency exit.
  • Page 36 Children’s pool area 2 x 10 W Changing rooms 4 x 6 W Snack-bar 4 x 6 W Office 2 x 6 W Total 230 W Table 3.4: Zones 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 37: Shopping Mall

    BGM music with local override in shops Solution for a 54-zone system A Plena Voice Alarm System Controller handles routing to 6 zones, the remaining 48 zones require eight 6‑zone routers. The security control room is equipped with a remote control panel and call station plus keypads for individually addressing zones and BGM for the public areas, while the controller unit and routers are located in a fire-resistant cabinet or basement.
  • Page 38 Power Amplifier (480 W) Bosch Music source Table 3.5: Units Zone Description Power Z1-30 30 small shops/kiosks 30 x 6 W Z31-36 6 shops 12 x 6 W 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 39 Main public square 4 x 18 W Parking garage level 1 6 x 10 W Parking garage level 2 6 x 10 W Total 858 W Table 3.6: Zones Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 40: Hotel

    BGM in lobby and restaurant Solution for a 12-zone system A Plena Voice Alarm System Controller handles routing to up to 6 zones, the additional 6 zones require a router. Both the reception and office are equipped with call stations plus keypads for individually addressing zones, while a fireman’s panel (with overall priority) is...
  • Page 41 1 x 6 W Kitchens 2 x 6 W Parking garage 3 x 10 W Z7-12 Floors 1 to 6 78 x 6 W Total 582 W Table 3.8: Zones Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 42: Calls And Priorities

    | System overview Plena 3.13 Calls and priorities As the Plena Voice Alarm System is a public address and emergency sound system, it is used to distribute background music, business calls and emergency calls. 3.13.1 Priority To each call, a priority is assigned. When two or more calls are addressed to the same zone or need shared resources (e.g.
  • Page 43: Installation

    The voice alarm router is suitable for table‑top and 19‑inch rack mounting installation. Two brackets for rack-mounting are supplied. Installing a voice alarm router is similar to installing a voice alarm controller (see section Voice Alarm Controller, page 43). Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 44: Call Station Keypad

    The remote control kit is suitable for table‑top and 19‑inch rack mounting installation. Two brackets for rack-mounting are supplied. Installing a remote control kit is similar to installing a voice alarm controller (see section Voice Alarm Controller, page 43). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 45: Remote Control Extension

    The EOL board detects a short circuit, but the EOL cannot detect where the short circuit is. Notice! It is possible for the LED to turn off before the contact is opened or vice versa. This level difference is typically less than 500 mV. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 46: Installation Of A Single Eol

    EOL detection line against short circuit. Such a short circuit will be reported as an Input Fault. A break in the detection line will be reported as a Line Fault, just as a loudspeaker line failure. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 47 All Zones (of the Controller/Router), Zone 1‑3 or Zone 4‑6. Fault Type and Zone will define the visual indication on the unit in case of a fault. Set the Action to Open and Type to Momentary. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 48: Dummy Load

    The Dummy Load has a jumper to set the load at 20 kHz to 8, 20 and 60 W. Notice! You can download the Dummy load calculator.xls from the Plena Voice Alarm System product related information on www.boschsecurity.com. Use the Dummy load calculator to calculate the jumper setting of JP1 on the Dummy load.
  • Page 49: Connection

    See for installation details below. Turn the lock ring clockwise to lock the plug. Figure 5.1: Connecting the emergency microphone Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 50: Call Station

    If the cable between the call station and the voice alarm controller is too long to power the call station, it is possible to connect a 24 VDC power source (see section Power supply, page 69). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 51: Voice Alarm Routers

    RJ45 sockets. When connecting routers and RCP panels, the connected device must have their termination set to on, and the termination plug has to plugged in the unused socket. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 52: External Power Amplifier

    (100 V) to connect an external power amplifier. The function of the external power amplifier (e.g. a Plena Power Amplifier 360/240W) depends on the channel mode for which the voice alarm controller is configured (see section 1-Channel mode operation, page 77 and section 2-Channel mode operation, page 78).
  • Page 53: Remote Controls

    Plena Voice Max. Pane Alarm Syste 300m input powe S/N. A, 24V Desig A035413 n & Qualit Nethe rlands Figure 5.5: Connecting a remote control Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 54: Loudspeakers

    Int B BGM/ 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V 100V Booster Booster DC In 100V Call out Figure 5.6: Connecting loudspeaker zones 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 55 Notice! The impedance measurement of the Plena Voice Alarm System has an accuracy better than 2%. The system only generates a fault if the line impedance difference is greater than the configured accuracy. Use the configuration software to configure the accuracy...
  • Page 56: Volume Overrides

    Internally, the positive override pins (Z+) are all connected to either the NC or the NO contact of the Volume Override output. The negative override pins (Z-) are all connected to earth. Figure 5.8: Volume override contacts 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 57 Connect the 100 V/0 V (CALL/RTN) of the transformer to the 100V output of loudspeaker line B. Connect the 0 output of loudspeaker line A to the 0 V of the loudspeaker. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 58: Line Output

    BGM and calls. The line output can be used to connect the voice alarm controller to a recording device (e.g. a tape‑deck). ternal Booster CD/Tuner Figure 5.11: Line output 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 59: Mic/Line Input With Vox

    VOX switch is closed. The input must be configured with the configuration software. Notice! See the Configuration Software Manual for more information about the configuration software. DC out VOX Switch Figure 5.13: Connecting a VOX switch Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 60: Bgm Inputs

    The voice alarm controller has 2 BGM inputs. Each BGM input has a double cinch socket. To these cinch outputs, a background music source can be connected (e.g. a Bosch music source). The signals connected to the L (left) and R (right) cinch sockets are mixed to form a single input signal.
  • Page 61: Status Output Contacts

    Status output contacts The voice alarm controller has 3 status output contacts to indicate the current system state. These are used to send the status of the Plena Voice Alarm Systemto third party equipment or to connect sounders or similar indicating devices.
  • Page 62: Power

    The Voice Alarm Controller is delivered with a T6.3L 250 V fuse for a mains voltage of 220 to 240 V(AC). Connect a locally approved mains cord to the voice alarm controller. Connect the mains cord to a locally approved mains outlet. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 63 Digit Rout Mess age Mon itorin Spea ning This appar atus must be earthe 2 4 V Charger V D C Figure 5.18: Connecting a back-up power supply Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 64: Trigger Inputs

    The voice alarm controller has a terminal block to which 6 emergency (EMG) and 6 business trigger inputs can be connected. Third party systems can use the trigger inputs to start emergency and business calls in the Plena Voice Alarm System. The trigger inputs must be configured with the configuration software.
  • Page 65 The lower part of the terminal block contains the business trigger inputs. The business trigger inputs have a lower priority than the emergency trigger inputs. DC out VOX Switch Figure 5.20: Connecting business trigger inputs Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 66: Voice Alarm Router

    Third party systems can use the trigger inputs to start emergency and business calls in the Plena Voice Alarm System. The trigger inputs must be configured with the configuration software. The procedure for connecting trigger inputs to a voice alarm router is similar to the procedure for connecting trigger inputs to the voice alarm controller (see section Trigger inputs, page 64).
  • Page 67: External Power Amplifiers

    (100 V) to connect two external power amplifiers. The function of the external power amplifier (e.g. a Plena Power Amplifier) depends on the channel mode for which the system is configured (see section 1-Channel mode operation, page 77 and section 2-Channel mode operation, page 78).
  • Page 68: Power

    The procedure for connecting a voice alarm router to the mains power is the same as the procedure for connecting the voice alarm controller to the mains (see section Power, page 62). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 69: Call Station

    Figure 5.23: Connecting a power supply 5.3.3 Keypads The maximum number of keypads that can be connected to a call station is 8 (see section Call Station Keypad, page 44). Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 70: Voice Alarm Remote Control

    The procedure for connecting the status outputs is the same as the procedure for connecting status outputs to the voice alarm controller (see section Status output contacts, page 61). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 71: Power

    LEDs To the LEDS/LAMPS connectors on the front panel of the remote control kit, the LEDs can be connected. 24 V output LEDS/LAMPS connector Figure 5.26: Connecting LEDs Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 72: Lamps

    To the LEDS/LAMPS connectors on the front panel of the remote control kit, relays can be connected: max. 52 V < 100 mA LEDS/LAMPS connector Figure 5.28: Connecting relays 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 73: Remote Control Extension

    5.7.3 Lamps To the LEDs/LAMPS connectors on the front panel of the remote control extension kit, lamps can be connected (see Voice Alarm Remote Control kit, page 27). Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 74: Relays

    The procedure for connecting a fireman’s panel to a power supply is the same as the procedure for connecting a remote control to a power supply (see section Power, page 71). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 75: Configuration

    Configuration | en Configuration A number of functions of the Plena Voice Alarm System is hardware configured using, for example, DIP switches and volume controls. Other parts of the system must be software configured using the Plena Voice Alarm System configuration software. A description of this software is beyond the scope of this manual.
  • Page 76: Monitor

    If the Supervision switch (see System settings, page 75) is in the ON position, supervision is enabled. If it is in the OFF position, supervision is disabled. See section Supervision, page 78 for more information about supervision. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 77: 1-Channel Mode Operation

    External power amplifier 2 of the voice alarm router is used for spare-switching. Amplifier Function BGM/Call power amplifier. Not connected/Spare power amplifier. Table 6.3: 1-channel mode, voice alarm router Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 78: 2-Channel Mode Operation

    If the Supervision switch is in the ON position, an indicator is lit when a supervised function fails (see section Fault State, page 96). Use the configuration software to switch supervised functions on and off. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 79: Processor Reset

    See the Configuration Software Manual for more information about the configuration software. If a leakage current > 30 + 15 mA is detected in a line, the line is considered faulty. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 80: Emergency Trigger Inputs

    EOL can be considered instead of impedance supervision. Notice! See the Configuration Software Manual for more information about the configuration software. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 81: Voice Alarm Controller

    Speech filter. Flat. Phantom power Off. Phantom power On. Table 6.6: Vox settings The volume of the mic/line input with VOX functionality is set with the VOX volume control. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 82: Vox

    The last voice alarm router in a sequence of looped-through routers must always be terminated. Only for these voice alarm routers, put the Termination switch in the ON position. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 83: Call Station

    The sensitivity of the call station is set using switches 5 and 6: Sensitivity Switch 5 Switch 6 -15 dB 0 dB 6 dB Reserved Table 6.8: Call station sensitivity Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 84: Speech Filter

    Only for these call stations, put switch 8 in the ON position. Notice! The Controller comes with a termination plug (RJ45). Plug this connector in the unused RJ45 socket. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 85: Remote Control

    Speaker volume control on the rear panel of the remote control. 6.5.3 Termination switch If there are no remote control extensions connected to the remote control, the termination switch must be in the ON position. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 86: Remote Control Extension

    Only for these remote control extensions, put the termination switch in the ON position. Notice! The Controller comes with a termination plug (RJ45). Plug this connector in the unused RJ45 socket. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 87: Operation

    – When a voice alarm router is switched on for the first time. – After the connected loudspeakers are changed. – After loudspeakers have been added or removed. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 88: Background Music

    If the Zone select indicator is on, BGM is distributed to the zone. Push the Zone select button to stop distributing the BGM to the zone. Select Zone select CD/Tuner Figure 7.4: BGM zone selector 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 89: Adjust Volume

    It is also possible to distribute business calls using business trigger inputs. When an business trigger input is activated, the system automatically takes the action that is programmed with the configuration software. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 90: Select Zones

    Push the push‑to‑talk (PTT) button of the call station to make an announcement. The call is only distributed to the selected zones. Figure 7.7: PTT button and indicators The LEDs above the PTT button provide information about the status of the call station. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 91: Emergency State

    Emergency button on the fireman’s panel. Alert message All call Alarm message Indicator test EMG mic Figure 7.8: Emergency button Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 92: Acknowledge The Emergency State

    7.4.4 Distribute live speech Proceed as follows to distribute live speech: Select zones (see section Select zones, page 93). Make announcement (see section Make the announcement, page 94). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 93: Select Zones

    To select all zones, push the All call buttons on the front of the voice alarm controller or the remote controls. Alert message All call Alarm message Indicator test EMG mic Figure 7.12: All call button Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 94: Make The Announcement

    If the indicator of a Zone select button is off, the zone is not selected. Push the button to select the zone. – If the indicator of a Zone select button is on, the zone is selected. Push the button to deselect the zone. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 95 If the red Alert message indicator is on, the message is distributed. Push the Alert message button to stop distributing the default alert message. Alert message All call Alarm message Indicator test EMG mic Figure 7.17: Alert message button Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 96: Distribute The Alarm Message

    Figure 7.19: Fault Ack button The following buttons also acknowledge the fault state and stop the beeper: – Alert message button. – Alarm message button. – PTT button of the emergency microphone. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 97: Reset The Fault State

    It is only switched on if a new fault occurs or if the resolved fault occurs again. – If the fault is resolved, the fault indicators remain off. Fault Zone select Reset Zone1 Zone2 Figure 7.20: Fault reset button Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 98: Fault Indicators

    (see section Line supervision, page 80). If a loudspeaker line indicator lights, check the wiring of the indicated loudspeaker line and try to solve the fault. If it not possible to determine the fault, contact your Bosch representative. Fault Indicators...
  • Page 99 Check the back-up See section Power, page is detected. power supply 62 and section Battery, connection of the voice page 80. alarm controller and the back-up power availability. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 100 The indicated fault was Check the voice alarm detected. not detected in the voice routers. alarm controller, but in a voice alarm router. Table 7.2: System fault indicators 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 101: Troubleshooting

    Some wave files are known to contain a proprietary block of data which cannot be interpreted by the Plena Voice Alarm System Controller. This block of data is called a PAD chunk. This PAD chunk can easily be removed by first loading the wave file into Audacity and then saving it again without modifying.
  • Page 102: No Sound Coming From The Router

    Plena No sound coming from the router Please check, if you are using a Plena Power Amplifier 720/480W, if the Line signal is connected to the Program Input. If the line signal is connected to the Priority Input instead of the Program Input there will be no output signal on the amplifier’s loudspeaker output.
  • Page 103: Processor Reset

    Configuration Software have been installed on your PC. To fix it uninstall all versions of Configuration Software and (only) reinstall the version you will use. 8.16 Configuration download fails Figure 8.2: Downloading window Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 104: Can't Retrieve The Original Wave Files With The Configuration Download

    Router # Output Z# Zone Group Group # Table 8.1: Default file names The wave files will be stored in the folder C:\Program Files\Bosch\Plena Voice Alarm System \Configuration\Sounds\Backup, or C:\Program Files (86)\.., or C:\Bosch\Plena..2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual...
  • Page 105: Maintenance

    19‑inch racks. Check the connectors and grounding Periodically check: – All cable connections. – The ground (PE) connection of the system components. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 106: Technical Data

    333 s @ fs = 24 kHz Number of messages: max. 254 wave files Supervision EEPROM: Continuous checksum control Supervision DAC: 1 Hz pilot tone Data retention time: > 10 years 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 107 3-wire or 4-wire on screw terminals Voltage: 24 V(DC) for 4-wire, if selected Current: total 0.8 A Trigger outputs Type: Screw terminals Voltage: Floating, max. 250 V Current: max. 0.5 A Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 108 3-pin XLR, 6.3 mm jack socket, balanced Nominal output level: Maximum output level: External power amplifier Type: 3-pin XLR and screw terminals Controller output/Amplifier input: Controller input/Amplifier output: 100 V 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 109: Voice Alarm Router

    Momentary or latching Normally opened (default) or normally closed Emergency input supervision: 10 kΩ + 10 kΩ series and parallel resistors 24 V DC out: 24 V(DC), max. 0.8 A Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 110: Call Station

    Physical characteristics 10.2.1 Voice Alarm Controller Dimensions: 19” wide, 3 U high, 360 mm deep (leave 50 mm for connections) 19” mounting brackets: Included Weight: Approx. 20 kg 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 111: Voice Alarm Router

    88 x 432 x 90 mm Weight: 1.8 kg 10.2.8 Remote Control Extension Kit Current consumption: 50 mA (idle) 200 mA (indicator test) Dimensions: 88 x 432 x 90 mm Weight: 1.8 kg Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 112: Fireman's Panel

    -25 to +55 °C Relative humidity: < 95% 10.3.3 Call Station Operating temperature range: -10 to +55 °C Storage temperature range: -40 to +70 °C Relative humidity: < 95% 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 113: Standards

    Plena Technical data | en 10.4 Standards 10.4.1 Voice Alarm Controller EMC emission: According to EN55103-1 EMC immunity: According to EN55103-2 Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 114: Appendices

    11.1.1 Emergency Sound Systems Bosch Security Systems B.V. has made a great effort for the design and manufacturing of the components and also supplies all documentation that enables the assembly of a safe and high quality emergency unit in accordance with EN60849:1998, EN54-16:2008 and ISO7240-16:2007.
  • Page 115 Plena Appendices | en List of authorized end-users Name Name Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 116: En60849: 1998

    Compliant, if properly installed. shall permit the broadcasting of The relevant article is covered by intelligible information of measures to be the Plena Voice Alarm System , The taken for the protection of lives within correct installation and one or more specified areas.
  • Page 117 Compliant. It is recommended that broadcasting within 10 s after primary the Remote Control at the or secondary power is applied. fireman's entrance is programmed to have the highest priority. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 118 NOTE 2 - Particularly in small buildings, it may not be necessary to install two separate loudspeaker circuits in one loudspeaker zone. A decision on this matter may be subject to local regulations. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 119 Such zones need not be the same as other zones, for example emergency detection zones or non- emergency loudspeaker zones. In determining loudspeaker zones, the following criteria shall apply: Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 120 The following Responsibility of the installer. primary levels are recommended but there may be advantages in adding further subgroups, depending on the operational strategies of the site: 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 121 The distribution of messages to Compliant. different zones. c Real-time instructions or information Compliant, if properly installed. to occupants via the emergency Manual selection of loudspeaker microphone (if any). zones is supported. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 122 4.4 Safety requirements The safety requirements applying to Compliant. The Plena Voice Alarm emergency sound systems are given in System complies with IEC60065. IEC60065 or other appropriate IEC safety standards.
  • Page 123 Where any part of the system is installed Responsibility of the installer. The in areas with hazardous or explosive Plena Voice Alarm System atmospheres, the relevant safety equipment itself does not comply requirements of IEC60079 shall be met.
  • Page 124 For systems having numerous Compliant. Indication on loudspeaker zones, which loudspeaker controller, router.The Plena Voice zones are selected and the mode of Alarm System Remote Control is operation of each zone, i.e. "evacuate" part of the certified system.If the or "alert"...
  • Page 125 Failure of the interconnecting data or Compliant. Fault is indicated on voice communication links between the controller and router. parts of a distributed system. Configuration must be set up to supervise this. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 126 (i.e. it shall Configuration must be set up to not be solely associated with "waiting" supervise this. or other "housekeeping" routines). 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 127 This is normally performed by the control equipment for the emergency detection system, which gives an audible and visual indication of a fault in the link between the two systems. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 128 5.6 Secondary power supply 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 129 If the building is to be evacuated following Power consumption data is primary power failure, a secondary power available in various Plena supply shall be provided. This shall be equipment data sheets. With this capable of operating the system in the...
  • Page 130 5.7 Climate and environmental conditions As all or part of the system may be The Plena Voice Alarm System installed inside or outside buildings, under specifications exceed the various climatic and environmental...
  • Page 131 Precautions shall be taken to prevent the Responsibility of the installer. spread of hazardous effects via the wiring routes. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 132 Instructions shall include: – The functional operation of the system. Responsibility of the installer. – Action to be taken in the event of a Responsibility of the installer. system failure. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 133 (see 4.2). produced records, to include: 1 dates and times of usage of the system. 2 details of tests and routine checks carried out. Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 134 This should state clearly: a The method of maintenance. b Any sequence related to maintenance. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 135: En60849 - When Using The Remote Control Kits

    11.1.3 EN60849 - When using the Remote Control Kits: The Plena Voice Alarm System Remote Control Kit and the Plena Voice Alarm System Remote Control Extension Kit are versions of the Remote Control and Remote Control Extension with connector interfaces instead of LED and buttons. These kits enable the use to built custom panels for the Voice alarm System.
  • Page 136: En54-16

    LBB 1990/00 and LBB 1992/00 if needed. Also print and fill in the EN54‑16 checklist that could be download from the Installation and User Instructions software directory from the Plena Voice Alarm System product related information on www.boschsecurity.com , and affix the EN54‑16 label to the cabinet.
  • Page 137 Router 2.0 h/w will need a hardware change to operate 3.00.02 f/w. This is not supported or recommended. Interoperability of the hardware Controller Router Controller/Router >>>>>>>>>> 2.0/2.0 2.0/3.0 3.0/2.0 3.0/3.0 Amplifier LBB 1995/00 LBB 1996/00 Bosch Security Systems B.V. Installation and Operation manual 2013.07 | V2.0 |...
  • Page 138 2.x firmware on 2.x hardware, and only install 3.x f/w on 3.x h/w. Notice! For more information, manual addenda and release notes, check the 3.00.xx or 2.16.05 Plena Voice Alarm System product related information on www.boschsecurity.com. Notice! When upgrading the controller firmware from version 2.16.05 to 3.00.0x, the configuration...
  • Page 139 Print and fill in the EN54‑16 checklist that could be download from the Installation and User Instructions software directory from the Plena Voice Alarm System product related information on www.boschsecurity.com, and affix the EN54‑16 label to the cabinet. The label will look similar to this: Bosch Security systems B.V.
  • Page 140 When the VACIE and CIE are combined This requirement is not applicable. they may share common indications, In Plena Voice Alarm System, the manual controls and outputs (see Voice Alarm Control and Indicating Annex F). In this case, the following...
  • Page 141 Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. 5.1.1 The VACIE shall be capable of See Clauses 6 to 9. unambiguously indicating the following Plena Voice Alarm System does not functional conditions, as described in have a disablement function. Clauses 6 to 9: –...
  • Page 142 – disablement condition (option with The optional disablement condition requirements). is not implemented in Plena Voice Alarm System. 5.2 Indication display Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. All mandatory indications shall be...
  • Page 143 The main controller will signal a router fault and the router will indicate which zone. The logging application delivered with the Plena Voice Alarm System offers a graphical user interface for viewing events (Logging Viewer). 5.4 Indication of the supply of power Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant.
  • Page 144 However, no indications shall be given which could be confused with indications used in the – voice alarm condition, If the Plena Voice Alarm System enters the voice alarm condition, controller, remote control panels (including fireman’s panel), and each call station will show a red system status LED.
  • Page 145 NOTE - See Annex E for additional If input contacts are used for information relating to the interface connection of the CIE to the Plena between the VACIE and the CIE. Voice Alarm System then the input contacts can be monitored for short circuit and open line.
  • Page 146 7.4 Delays to entering the voice alarm condition (option with requirements) The VACIE may be provided with a Since the Plena Voice Alarm System facility to introduce a delay before does not process the fire sensors, entering the voice alarm condition. In...
  • Page 147 This indication shall be suppressed when the VACIE enters the voice alarm condition. 7.5 Phased evacuation (option with Plena Voice Alarm System does not requirements) accommodate phased evacuation. The VACIE may have a provision to phase the warning signals to the emergency loudspeaker zones.
  • Page 148 7.6.2 Manual silencing of the voice alarm condition (option with requirements) 7.6.2.1 It shall be possible to manually Plena Voice Alarm System offers the silence the voice alarm message from possibility to stop voice alarm calls the VACIE at access level 2.
  • Page 149 Appendices | en Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature 7.7.2.2 Following a reset operation, the After a reset operation, the Plena indication of the correct functional Voice Alarm System will immediately condition corresponding to any received indicate the functional condition it is signals shall either remain or be re- currently in.
  • Page 150 8.2 and, if provided, in 8.3 unless this is prevented by: – the presence of an alarm output signal All Plena Voice Alarm System faults on the same voice alarm zone, and/or are handled (acknowledged and reset) collectively. The faults are...
  • Page 151 8.2.2 If the indication is by means of The optional function ‘disablement’ separate light-emitting indicators, these is not implemented in Plena Voice may be the same as those to indicate Alarm System. disablement of the corresponding alarm zones or functions.
  • Page 152 – the power supply faults as specified in EN 54-4; b an indication at least common to any All 100V lines of the Plena Voice earth fault of less than 50 kW is Alarm System are supervised capable of affecting a mandatory individually for earth faults (i.e.
  • Page 153 8.2.5 The following faults shall be indicated at least by means of the general fault warning indicator: a any short-circuit or interruption in a All transmission paths of the Plena voice alarm transmission path Voice Alarm System are between parts of the VACIE contained supervised.
  • Page 154 (corresponding to the transmission path status between the Plena Voice Alarm System and the fire alarm device) to a supervised input contact of the Plena Voice Alarm System. e failure of any power amplifier. All Plena Voice Alarm System power amplifiers are supervised for...
  • Page 155 Plena Voice Alarm System is indication of faults related to voice alarm compliant. zones. In this case the short-circuit or Faults that occur in the Plena Voice interruption of a voice alarm transmission Alarm System are reported per path between the VACIE and the...
  • Page 156 After the audible indication has If previously silenced, the audible been silenced (by acknowledging indication shall resound for each newly all faults) the Plena Voice Alarm recognized fault. System will resound the indication upon occurrence of a new fault or reoccurrence of a previously resolved fault.
  • Page 157 8.6 Transmission of the fault warning Plena Voice Alarm System is condition compliant. The VACIE shall have provision for The Plena Voice Alarm System transmitting, by means of at least general controller has a fixed fault output.
  • Page 158 9 Disablement condition (option with requirements) Compliance Signature Clause / Requirement 9.1 General requirements Plena Voice Alarm System does not support the disablement condition. 9.1.1 Disablements in accordance with the requirements of 9.4 shall inhibit all corresponding mandatory indications and/or outputs but shall not prevent other mandatory indications and/or outputs.
  • Page 159 10 Voice alarm manual control (option with requirements) Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature 10.1 General requirements Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. The VACIE may have provision for manually activating the voice alarm output condition. If a voice alarm output...
  • Page 160 Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature a a manual control which causes a The Plena Voice Alarm System can voice alarm output condition to be enter the voice alarm output given shall only be accessible at condition manually via controls on access level 2;...
  • Page 161 Signature a a separate light emitting indicator The voice alarm condition is (the General Voice Alarm Output indicated on the Plena Voice Alarm activated indicator), and System in general by a red indicator inside the EMG button on the controller, routers and remote control panels.
  • Page 162 Compliance Signature 10.4 Indication of the voice alarm zones in disablement condition The indication for the disablement Plena Voice Alarm System does not condition in the voice alarm zone(s) support the optional disablement associated with each manual control condition. shall be available without any manual action and shall not be suppressed.
  • Page 163 Appendices | en 12 Emergency microphone(s) (option with requirements) Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature 12.1 General Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. The VACIE may have provision for Plena Voice Alarm System offers emergency microphone(s). In this two types of emergency...
  • Page 164 It is not possible to avoid interference from closely mounted loudspeakers receiving the call. 12.2 Microphone priority (option Plena Voice Alarm System is with requirements) compliant. 12.2.1 Where more than one Configuration of the emergency emergency microphone can be...
  • Page 165 Alarm System works according its own development process, Standard Development Process or SDP. Rules for the design of all elements of the Plena Voice Alarm System can be found in the TPD (document repository). In the SDP repository all process descriptions, process implementation documents, templates, guidelines, etc.
  • Page 166 Plena Voice Alarm System . It includes an EN54‑16 checklist, containing a list of supported optional functions. It describes all Plena Voice Alarm System functions related to EN54-16 or otherwise. 1 the optional functions with requirements of this European...
  • Page 167 Operating instructions are included in the IUI. maintenance information. Maintenance information of the Plena Voice Alarm System is included in the IUI. 13.2.2 The manufacturer shall prepare All of the mentioned design design documentation that shall be...
  • Page 168 13.3.3 The VACIE may be housed in more The IUI shows that the Plena Voice than one cabinet. If the documentation Alarm System cabinets may be shows that the cabinets may be installed...
  • Page 169 Plena Voice Alarm System elements (near the relevant connectors). The mains fuse for each Plena Voice Alarm System element that has a mains connector is labeled on the rear plate of the element. The rest of the fuses are not easily...
  • Page 170 | Appendices Plena Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature 13.5 Integrity of transmission paths Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. 2013.07 | V2.0 | Installation and Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
  • Page 171 Plena Voice Alarm System and the loudspeaker(s). If there is a fault in the transmission path between the CIE and an input contact of the Plena Voice Alarm System, the configured action of the input contact will not be automatically activated or de-activated.
  • Page 172 The fault will just be reported. 13.5.2 Means shall be specified and Each audio output of the Plena provided to ensure that a short circuit or Voice Alarm System is only an interruption in the transmission path...
  • Page 173 Plena Voice Alarm System provides a separate (monitored) DC-backup connection on the Plena Voice Alarm System units. This implies that a Plena Voice Alarm System installation will always have two separate voice alarm transmission paths to the power supply: one for mains and one for DC backup.
  • Page 174 Access level 1 is intended for operational users of the Plena Voice Alarm System. It provides direct (unrestricted) operational access to the Plena Voice Alarm System via: – Input contacts of system components; –...
  • Page 175 Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature Access level 3 is intended for installers and/or configurators of the Plena Voice Alarm System. It provides access for configuration and diagnosis of the Plena Voice Alarm System. This level of access is offered through: –...
  • Page 176 | Appendices Plena Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature b manual controls at access level 1 shall Manual controls of the Plena Voice be accessible without special Alarm System at access level 1 are procedures; accessible without special procedures. c indications and manual controls that...
  • Page 177 13.7.1 Mandatory indications from light All of the light emitting indicators emitting indicators shall be visible in an of the Plena Voice Alarm System ambient light intensity up to 500 lux, at fulfill this requirement. When any angle up to 22.5° from a line through...
  • Page 178 13.9.1 The colors of the general and specific indications from light emitting indicators shall be a red for indications of voice alarms; The system status LED of Plena Voice Alarm System call stations is on (red) when the system is in the voice alarm condition. The indicators on the controller and remote control panels are red.
  • Page 179 Plena Appendices | en Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature b yellow for indications of The Fault LED of Plena Voice Alarm – fault warnings, and System controller, routers and – disablements, or remote control panels are yellow. Additionally the call station...
  • Page 180 13.11 Indicator testing Plena Voice Alarm System is compliant. All mandatory visible and audible Plena Voice Alarm System provides indicators shall be testable by a manual an ‘Indicator test’ button. When operation at access level 1 or 2.
  • Page 181 Signature The VACIE output power shall be as The output power of the amplifier declared by the manufacturer. elements of the Plena Voice Alarm System (Power Amplifiers, Basic Amplifiers) are specified in the data sheets and in the IUI. 13.12.2 Signal-to-noise ratio...
  • Page 182 | Appendices Plena Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature The frequency response of all Plena Voice Alarm System sound paths that include microphones is within the specified limits of this clause. 0,63 1,25 VACIE frequency response limits with microphone(s) 1 relative output signal level, with...
  • Page 183 Clause / Requirement Compliance Signature 13.14.1 The VACIE may have provision for The Plena Voice Alarm System has at least one spare power amplifier. In this a minimum of one main amplifier case: and one call amplifier. It has a...
  • Page 184 Plena Voice Alarm System is manufacturer's declarations compliant. In order to fulfill requirements of this The Plena Voice Alarm System is European Standard the VACIE may centrally controlled by the contain elements which are controlled by software running on the controller.
  • Page 185 This documentation shall comprise at least the following: a a description of each module of the The Plena Voice Alarm System program, as it is implemented in the software component descriptions source code of the program,...
  • Page 186 In order to ensure the reliability of the VACIE the following requirements for software design shall apply: a the software shall have a modular The modular structure of the Plena structure; Voice Alarm System software is documented in the software architecture documents.
  • Page 187 14.4.2 If the program executes in one All processors used in the Plena processor, the execution of the routines Voice Alarm System are either in 14.4.1, it shall be monitored by a guarded by a hardware watchdog monitoring device as in 14.4.4.
  • Page 188 This safe state shall not result in the false activation of mandatory outputs. 14.5 The storage of programs and data Plena Voice Alarm System is (see also Annex C) compliant. 14.5.1 All executable code and data All Plena Voice Alarm System...
  • Page 189 3. of alterations is carried out. e If the site specific data has a version The site specific data of the Plena reference, it shall be possible to Voice Alarm System does not have identify this at access level 2 or 3.
  • Page 190 The name ‘Bosch ’ is visible on each manufacturer or supplier; element of the Plena Voice Alarm System. It is the responsibility of the...
  • Page 192 Bosch Security Systems B.V. Torenallee 49 5617 BA Eindhoven The Netherlands www.boschsecurity.com © Bosch Security Systems B.V., 2013...

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