Smart Home Controller - Alarm system BOSCH - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Smart Home Controller
Brand	Bosch
Model	Smart Home Controller (AA)
Category	Alarm system / Smart Home hub
Dimensions (W x H x D)	135 mm x 120 mm x 35 mm
Weight	190 g
Power Input	Typical 400 mA, Max 1.2 A
Power Supply	Via original power cable (included)
Radio Frequency	868.3 MHz / 869.525 MHz / 2.4 GHz
Max Transmission Power	10 mW
Radio Range (free-field)	>100 m
Duty Cycle (868.3 MHz)	<1% per hour
Duty Cycle (869.525 MHz)	<10% per hour
Connections	Power, USB, LAN (Ethernet RJ45)
Protection Class	IP30
Operating Temperature	5 °C to 40 °C
Operating Humidity	15% to 85%
Indicators	Power LED (white/red), Network LED, Cloud LED
Mounting	Wall mount (included) or stand alone
Compatibility	Bosch Smart Home App (iOS/Android) and original Bosch Smart Home devices
Installation Requirement	WLAN router with free LAN port, internet connection
In the Box	Controller, wall mount, 2 plugs, code label, 2 screws, power cable, network cable
Safety	Use only original power cable; avoid dust, direct sunlight, heat; indoor use only
Software Update	Automatic via internet
Open Source Licenses	Available via USB port or online
Disposal	WEEE directive - separate from household waste
Certification	CE, EU Declaration of Conformity

Frequently Asked Questions - Smart Home Controller BOSCH

How do I set up the Bosch Smart Home Controller?

Download the Bosch Smart Home App, connect the controller to power and your WLAN router via LAN cable, then scan the QR code on the underside or label. Follow the app instructions.

What do the LED indicators mean?

Power LED white: device started; red: fault. Network LED white: connected. Cloud LED white: internet connected; flashing: data exchange.

Can I mount the controller on the wall?

Yes, use the included wall mount, screws, and plugs. Drill holes, attach the mount, and snap the controller into place.

What is included in the box?

The box contains: controller, wall mount, 2 plugs, code label, 2 screws, power cable, and network cable.

How do I add additional Bosch Smart Home devices?

After the controller is set up, use the Bosch Smart Home App to add devices. Follow the specific device's manual for pairing.

Is the controller compatible with other smart home systems?

No, it only works with original Bosch Smart Home components and the Bosch Smart Home App.

How do I reset the controller to factory settings?

Press and hold the system button on the rear. Refer to the online FAQs for detailed instructions.

What should I do if the controller is not connecting?

Ensure the LAN cable is securely connected to a free port on your router and the controller. Check that the router has internet access. The initialization may take up to 30 minutes for a software update.

How do I update the software?

Updates are automatic when the controller is connected to the internet. The Power LED will flash white during an update.

Where can I find open-source license information?

Insert a USB stick into the controller's USB port to save license info, or download from www.bosch-smarthome.com/open-source-software.

USER MANUAL Smart Home Controller BOSCH

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Bosch Smart Home

Controller

Instruction Manual

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Start making your home smart! Set up your product in just three steps

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Make sure that you download the Bosch Smart Home App.

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You need the Bosch Smart Home App to install and configure your Bosch Smart Home Controller as well as your other Bosch Smart Home products. Please also make sure that you have an internet connection as well as a WLAN router with a free LAN port.

▶ StarttheBosch Smart Home App

▶ Connect the Bosch Smart Home Controller to the power supply and WLAN router

▶ Scan the QR code on the underside of the controller or on the enclosed label

You can also watch easy to follow installation videos on our website: www.bosch-smarthome.com/installation

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Dear customer,

Congratulations on purchasing your Bosch Smart Home Controller. It is the basic component for making your home smarter.

With the Bosch Smart Home Controller, you will be able to network all of your Bosch Smart Home products digitally. And, thanks to the Bosch Smart Home App, you will be able to control them conveniently from anywhere. For greater convenience, reliability and energy savings.

We hope you enjoy your new product, The Bosch Smart Home Team

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 Product description....08
1.1 Intended use....09
2.0 In the box....10
3.0 Warning notices 12
3.1 Explanation of symbols.... 12
3.2 Safety instructions....13

4.0 Indicators and controls ..... 14
4.1 Product overview 14
5.0 Installation and setup....16
5.1 Downloading the app 16
5.2 Installing the controller ..... 18
5.3 Configuring the controller ..... 20
5.4 Adding further devices ..... 24

6.0 Fixing 25
6.1 Wall mounting 26

8.0 Further information 31

7.0 Product details....28
7.1 Technical data 28
7.2 Declaration of conformity ..... 29
7.3 Faults in radio operation ..... 30
7.4 Open-source software 30
7.5 Environmental protection and disposal....31

1.0 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1.1 Intended use

With the Bosch Smart Home Controller, you will be able to network all of your Bosch Smart Home components digitally. And, thanks to the Bosch Smart Home App, you will be able to control them conveniently from anywhere.

Your controller is updated automatically so that it remains up to date at all times. All system data is saved locally in the device, thus ensuring that your data remains secure.

The product may only be used together with original Bosch Smart Home components, and is for indoor use only.

▶ Follow the safety instructions and the directions in this manual and the Bosch Smart Home App to ensure that the product is set up correctly
▶ Please note the details in the Technical Data section (see p. 28)
- Avoid installing in areas prone to high amounts of dust, direct sunshine or heat

Do not modify the product in any way. Any other use is considered unintended use. We will not assume liability for any resulting damage.

2.0 IN THE BOX

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Controller Wall mount 2 plugs, code label

2 screws

Power cable Network cable

To operate the controller and, therefore, network all Bosch Smart Home products, you will need the app, an internet connection and a standard WLAN router with a free LAN port.

3.0 WARNING NOTICES

3.1 Explanation of symbols

Warning.

This alerts you to danger.

Info.

Indicates important information.

3.2 Safety instructions

Fire risk.

There is a risk of fire if the product is used with a different power cable to that supplied.

▶ Only use the product with the original power cable

4.0 INDICATORS AND CONTROLS

4.1 Product overview

Item Part Explanation
1 Power LED Operating status indicator (on/off)
2 Function button For making settings
3 Network LED Network connection indicator
4 Cloud LED Internet connection indicator
5	System button	For resetting the device
6	USB port	Port for USB connection
7	QR code	Scan for device identification
8	Network connection	Connection to a LAN network
9	Power connection	Connection to the power supply

LED state	Explanation
Red	Fault
White, flashing	Process or update is being performed
White, lit up	Process or update has been completed successfully

5.0 Installation and setup

5.1 Downloading the app

Before you start

Make sure that you download the Bosch Smart Home App.

You will need it for the entire installation, configuration and control.

WLAN access required

To set up the controller, you must have the Bosch Smart Home App on your mobile devices and be within range of the WLAN network router.

For Android devices For Apple iOS devices
Load up Google PlaySearch for "Bosch Smart Home"Select the "Bosch Smart Home App"Tap "Install"	Load up the App StoreSearch for "Bosch Smart Home"Select the "Bosch Smart Home App"Tap "Get"

For assistance with installing your Bosch Smart Home Controller, you may also refer to the explanatory video on our website:

www.bosch-smarthome.com/installation

5.2 Installing the controller

Insert the network cable into the controller and into a free LAN port on your WLAN router. Now use the power cable to connect the controller to the plug socket.

After the device starts, the LEDs show the initialization status using flash codes (see table).

When you connect the controller to the internet for the first time, it will automatically search for software updates. If an update is required, it will be downloaded automatically by the controller and installed. This process may take up to 30 minutes. controller setup cannot begin until this process is complete.

Status LED state
Start All three LEDs are lit up red for a few seconds
Start-up	Power LED flashes white:The device is starting up
	Power LED is lit up white:The device has started up
Network connection	Network LED flashes white:Device is searching for a network connection
	Network LED is lit up white:The network connection has been established
Internet connection	Cloud LED flashes white:Device is searching for an internet connection11
	Cloud LED is lit up white:The internet connection has been established

After initialization, the cloud LED flashes when data is being exchanged via the tunnel connection.

5.3 Configuring the controller

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The controller must be the first device in your system that you connect with the app. Afterwards, you can connect additional Bosch Smart Home prod

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ucts and expand your system. Start the app and wait until it has detected the controller.

The app will prompt you to scan the QR code on the product.

You will find the QR code on the rear side of the Plug and as a label in the box.

From this point, the app guides you through the installation process. You will find a brief description in the following pages of this instruction manual.

Next, the app will prompt you to press and hold the function button on the controller for approximately 3 seconds.
The following steps in the app are:

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▶ Registration (set your username and password)
▶ Remote access configuration

The app will inform you when the controller is completely set up. All controller LEDs will also light up white.

5.4 Adding further devices

Once the controller has been completely installed, you can add further products to your Bosch Smart Home network through the app.

To do this, follow the instruction manual for the relevant device.

6.0 FIXING

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The controller can be used lying flat or mounted on the wall.

6.1 Wall mounting

When choosing a mounting location and when drilling, pay attention to potential electrical lines and/or supply lines that could be behind the wall.

To mount your controller on the wall, use the wall mount provided.

The plugs and screws required are also included in the box.

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▶ Hold the wall mount at the required location on your wall, and mark the positions for the drill holes
▶ Drill the holes and place the plugs in the holes

▶ Fit the wall mount and screw it tight

▶ Now attach the controller to the wall mount so that you hear it click in place

7.0 PRODUCT DETAILS

7.1 Technical data

Model Home controller AA
Power input	Typical: 400 mAMax.: 1.2 A
Receiver category SRD category 2
Radio frequency 868.3 MHz/869.525 MHz/2.4 GHz
Max. transmission power 10 mW
Radio range in free-field conditions >100 m
Duty cycle	At 868.3 MHz < 1% per hAt 869.525 MHz < 10% per h
Connections	Power supply, USB, LAN(Ethernet, RJ45)
Protection class IP30
Ambient temperature 5 °C to 40 °C
Humidity 15% to 85%
Dimensions (W × H × D) 135 mm × 120 mm × 35 mm
Weight 190 g

7.2 Declaration of conformity

Robert Bosch Smart Home GmbH hereby declares that the Bosch Smart Home Controller radio communication unit complies with Directive 1999/5/EC and is designed for use in all countries of the European Union.

The declaration of conformity and declaration of performance can be downloaded from www.bosch-smarthome.com

7.3 Faults in radio operation

Faults in radio operation (e.g. due to electric motors or defective electrical devices) cannot be ruled out. The radio range inside buildings may differ greatly from the radio range in free-field conditions. Apart from the

transmission power and the receiver characteristics, environmental influences such as humidity and structural characteristics may also influence radio operation.

7.4 Open-source software

Bosch Smart Home relies on open-source software in order to control the products. You have two means of obtaining the comprehensive license information:

▶ Directly from the controller: Insert an empty USB stick in the port on

the rear side of the device. The licence information, as well as other product information, will be saved to the stick automatically.

▶ Online at www.bosch-smarthome.com/ open-source software

7.5 Environmental protection and disposal

Electrical and electronic equipment that is no longer usable must be separated from other waste and recycled in an environmentally friendly manner (European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment).

To dispose of electrical and electronic equipment, use your country-specific return and collection systems.

8.0 FURTHER INFORMATION

You can find more detailed information on operating and maintaining the controller in the online FAQs at www.bosch-smarthome.com/faq

You will also find all contact details on the rear side of this document.

Sale and transfer

Before you transfer or sell your device, delete your personal information. To do this, reset the device to its factory settings (see online FAQs).

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EN Important information for your Bosch Smart Home!

Robert Bosch Smart Home GmbH declares that this Bosch Smart Home wireless radio equipment is in compliance with the Directive 1999/5/EC (until 12th of June 2017) and Directive 2014/53/EU (from 13th of June 2017). The full text of the EU declaration of conformity is available at the following internet address: www.bosch-smarthome.com/uk/en/EU-declarations-of-conformity

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00800 8437 6278 (toll-free AT, DE, FR, UK)

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www.bosch-smarthome.com

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