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.
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Configure the communication module (SDI and option bus control panels). Verify LED activity. Refer to LED status indicators, page 41. Review the signal strength of the cellular communicator. Refer to the installation instructions for cellular communicator. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
2 ᅳ Panel data bus (SDI2, SDI, or option) 7 ᅳ Internet/LAN/WAN 3 ᅳ Module 8 ᅳ Remote Programming workstation 4 ᅳ USB connection for module configuration 9 ᅳ Compatible IP receiver (Bosch D6100IPv6 shown) 5 ᅳ B44x plug-in communicator (available separately) Module overview The module is a four-wire powered SDI, SDI2, or option bus device that provides two-way communication over commercial cellular networks using a plug-in communicator.
Option/SDI SDI2 Details IP event reporting TCP communication is supported on SDI2 only Remote programming Requires Bosch software (RPS or A- Cellular service or link) other cellular network access 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
*AMAX 2100/3000/4000 option bus control panels must have firmware version 1.5 or higher to configure the module using A-Link Plus. The module also supports multiple cellular networks through the use of Bosch cellular communication modules. Refer to the following table to determine the supported Bosch cellular module and corresponding cellular network technology.
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For D9412GV4/D7412GV4/D7212GV4 configurations, SDI2 bus connection is the recommended configuration option, but SDI bus configuration is also supported. The FPD-7024 must be at firmware version 1.06 or greater in order to configure using bus address 134. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Install the module on the inside wall of a separate enclosure that also has a separate external power supply such as the B520 Auxiliary Power Supply Module. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Notice! Best performance If the module has a weak signal, position the antenna on top of a metal surface that has a radius of 10.16 cm (4 in). 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
– No - disable enclosure tamper input When the tamper input is enabled and connected to a Bosch ICP-EZTS tamper switch, the control panel creates a tamper event when the enclosure door is opened, or when the enclosure is removed from the wall.
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1 to 1000 - the time with no data traffic before the control panel ends a session. Only change from default for high security UL 1610 commercial listed installations requiring low signal notification. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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If the IP communicator fails to get an address from the primary server, it tries the alternate DNS server. Enter the IP address for the alternate IPv4 DNS server. Modem Reset Count Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
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Default: 1800 Selections: 0 (disabled) - 3600 (seconds) Keep this parameter at the default setting unless instructed by a Bosch Security Systems, Inc. representative. When the cellular plug-in module senses only one tower for the seconds set at this parameter, the control panel records a Single Tower event.
Use the following sections in RPS: – SDI2 Modules > IP Communicator – SDI2 Modules > IP Communicator > B450 Cellular* (For D9412GV4/D7412GV4/D7212GV4 v1.xx, use the B420 Ethernet Communicator section.) Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
USB connection to the control panel. Refer to RPS configuration, page Notice! Male A to Male A cable required USB configuration requires a Male A to Male A cable. Bosch recommends the B99 cable (P/N: F01U278853). Use the USB connection for configuration or diagnostics only. Disconnect the cable when not in use.
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On the connected computer, navigate to the Tera Term file from the CD-ROM or zip downloaded from the website. Follow the prompts in the installation wizard until the Select Components page of the wizard. Select Compact installation from the drop-down list. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
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Tera Term sessions. Logging into the module Connect the USB cable to the module. Connect the USB cable to the computer. Open Tera Term. The New connection dialog box opens. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Click OK. Tera Term connects. Press [Enter]. A windows appears with a request to enter the passcode. Enter the password (default is B450) and press [Enter]. The USB main page opens. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
This field shows one of the following about the communicator: – Module number of the communicator (for example, B443 Cellular Communicator) – Plug-in not connected – Detecting plug-in module 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Tamper. The status of the tamper switch connection is Yes, No, or Disabled (through configuration). Access level overview The access level for the module is Restricted or Full. Main Menu overview Refer to Main Menu, page 28. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Save and Exit Exit *The Diagnostic Log option is used in troubleshooting communication issues with the module. Only use the Diagnostic Log option if told to do by Bosch technical support. Main Menu important tips – To open a menu, press the number key for the menu. For example, press [1] to open the menu for 1 Status (Starts with Basic Status).
6. Diagnostic The Diagnostic Log option is used to troubleshoot communication problems. Only use of the Diagnostic Log option at the direction of Bosch Technical Support. For more information, refer to Diagnostic log, page 44. 7. Firmware Use to update the module firmware.
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000-000-0000 is listed when there is no phone number. Electrical Serial # Shows the B44x radio modem serial number. (ESN) Data Status Shows one of the following: Disconnected, Connecting, or Connected. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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SIM Missing – SIM PIN Wrong – SIM PIN Lockout – Invalid Access Point – No IP Address Advanced Status Menu The following section describes the Advanced Status menu parameters. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
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Shows one of the following: OK, Error, No Status (no DNS lookup performed). UDP Packets Shows from power up, or Option 3 (Reset Status) Transmitted UDP Packets Shows from power up, or Option 3 (Reset Status) Received Advanced Modem Status 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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If it has been less than 15 minutes, the menu shows “Not Available” listed. 5. Product Shows the version information for the B450. For example: Versions *** Product Versions *** Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Creating the SMS Use the SMS information in this section to write the SMS. For SMS that need more than 160 characters, refer to Multiple SMS messages, page 36. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Make sure that the address switch on the module is set to 0. Send the configuration SMS to the B44x module’s phone number. The transmission might take several minutes. Observe the LEDs on the module. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
5.4.3 Exiting from CONFIG mode Change the bus address switch to the desired value, depending on the supported control panel. Check the signal strength and Heartbeat LED for status. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
From the Tera Term main menu, select File>Transfer>XMODEM>Send. In the XMODEM Send window, navigate to the folder location and select the firmware update software you downloaded. The file ends in *.kfw extension. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
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Conettix Plug-in Communicator Maintenance and troubleshooting | en Click Open to start the firmware update. The Tera Term: XMODEM Send dialog box opens and indicates the update process. Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Select the correct control panel. Select SDI2 MODULES > IP Communicator. Double-click on Web/USB Access Enable, and select Yes. This allows you to view or change information from the module USB menu. 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740 Installation Manual Bosch Security Systems, Inc.
Trouble state. Examine the other LEDs to determine the trouble condition. On Steady LED trouble state. The module does not have power, or the module failed. Check for proper installation. Tab. 6.1: Heartbeat LED descriptions Bosch Security Systems, Inc. Installation Manual 2018.10 | 10 | F.01U.300.740...
Diagnostic log You can use the Diagnostic Log option during an intermittent service outage, or communication error. Bosch Technical Support uses the generated diagnostic log file to determine how often a persistent problem occurs. The log includes detailed network configuration settings of the module during the time of the reported problem.
Bosch Cellular Service User Guide (P/N: F01U273558). Control panel programming using cellular For more information regarding proper planning and installation parameters related to VPN setup for control panel programming, refer to Bosch Cellular Service User Guide (P/N: F01U273558). RPS Diagnostics You can view B450 status information for SDI2 control panels in the Diagnostics window in RPS.
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B5512%/B4512E/B3512E, and Solution 2000/3000 Remote Security Control+ (Supported on AMAX and Solution Series control panel) *The B450-M is compatible with AMAX and Solution control panels only. Notice! The enclosure might cause temporary loss of communication due to static. Bosch Security Systems, Inc.