Bosch Smart Home Controller User Manual
Introduction
Welcome to your smart home! This document provides instructions for the Bosch Smart Home Controller, the central hub for your intelligent home system. It allows you to connect and control all your Bosch Smart Home components for enhanced comfort, security, and energy efficiency.
Congratulations on your purchase of the Bosch Smart Home Controller. It is the heart of your smart home system.
Getting Started: Installation in 3 Steps
To set up your product, follow these three steps:
- Step 1: Start the Bosch Smart Home app.
- Step 2: Connect the Bosch Smart Home Controller and link it to your Wi-Fi router.
- Step 3: Scan the QR code located on the back of the controller or on the included sticker.
It is essential to download the Bosch Smart Home app! The app is required for the installation and configuration of your controller and all other Smart Home components. Ensure you have an internet connection and a Wi-Fi router with an available LAN port.
For a simplified installation, watch the explanatory video on our website: www.bosch-smarthome.com/installation
Table of Contents
- 1.0 Product Description
- 1.1 Intended Use
- 2.0 Package Contents
- 3.0 Safety Instructions
- 3.1 Explanation of Symbols
- 3.2 Safety Instructions
- 4.0 Display and Operating Elements
- 4.1 Product Overview
- 5.0 Installation and Commissioning
- 5.1 App Download
- 5.2 Controller Installation
- 5.3 Controller Programming
- 5.4 Adding Other Devices
- 6.0 Mounting
- 6.1 Wall Mounting
- 7.0 Product Information
- 7.1 Technical Specifications
- 7.2 Declaration of Conformity
- 7.3 Transmission Faults
- 7.4 Open-Source Software
- 7.5 Environmental Protection and Disposal
- 8.0 Further Information
1.0 Product Description
The Bosch Smart Home Controller, at the heart of the Bosch Smart Home system, gathers information and organizes communication between the different components. Thanks to automatic updates, your controller is always up-to-date. All system data is stored locally on the device, ensuring data security.
1.1 Intended Use
The product may only be used indoors with original Bosch Smart Home components. Imperatively follow the safety instructions and the instructions in this manual and the Bosch Smart Home app to ensure safe commissioning. Take into account the technical specifications (see page 28). Avoid dust, exposure to sunlight, or thermal radiation.
Do not make any modifications to the product. Any other use is considered non-compliant. Bosch accepts no liability for resulting damage.
2.0 Package Contents
The package contains the following items:
- Controller
- QR code sticker
- Wall mount
- 2 dowels
- 2 screws
- Power cord
- Network cable
An internet connection and a commercial Wi-Fi router with an available LAN port are essential for using the controller and for networking all your Bosch Smart Home products.
3.0 Safety Instructions
3.1 Explanation of Symbols
- Warning! ⚠️ Indicates a danger.
- Important Information! ℹ️ Indicates important information.
3.2 Safety Instructions
- Risk of fire due to electric current! A non-compliant electrical connection poses a fire risk. Use the product only with an original power adapter.
4.0 Display and Operating Elements
4.1 Product Overview
Front View:
- 1. Power Indicator LED: Displays the operating status (On/Off).
- 2. Setting Button: Used for adjustments.
- 3. Network Indicator LED: Displays the network connection status.
- 4. Internet Indicator LED: Displays the internet connection status.
- 5. Reset Button: Used to reset the device.
Rear View:
- 6. USB Connection: For connecting a USB device.
- 7. QR Code: To be scanned for contact identification.
- 8. Network Connection: For connecting to a LAN network.
- 9. Electrical Connection: For connecting to the power supply.
LED Status Table
| LED | Color | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Power | Red | Default |
| Power | White flashing | Device is starting up |
| Power | White solid | Device has started |
| Network | White flashing | Searching for network connection |
| Network | White solid | Network connection successful |
| Internet | White flashing | Searching for internet connection¹ |
| Internet | White solid | Internet connection successful |
¹ After initialization, the Internet indicator flashes during data exchange via the gateway.
5.0 Installation and Commissioning
5.1 App Download
Before you begin: It is essential to download the Bosch Smart Home app! It will be necessary for all installation and configuration steps.
Wi-Fi access required: For controller setup, your mobile device with the Bosch Smart Home app must be connected to the router's Wi-Fi network.
For Android devices:
- Open Google Play.
- Search for "Bosch Smart Home".
- Select the "Bosch Smart Home" app.
- Tap "Install".
For Apple iOS devices:
- Open the App Store.
- Search for "Bosch Smart Home".
- Select the "Bosch Smart Home" app.
- Tap "Install".
To simplify the installation of your Bosch Smart Home Controller, watch the explanatory video on our website: www.bosch-smarthome.com/installation
5.2 Controller Installation
Connect the network cable to the controller via an available LAN port on the Wi-Fi router. Then connect the controller to the power outlet.
The LEDs indicate the startup initialization by flashing (see table). Upon its first connection to the internet, the controller automatically searches for software updates. If an update is available, it will be automatically downloaded and installed by the controller. This process can take up to 30 minutes. It must be completed to start the controller's commissioning!
LED Status Table
| Status | LED | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | All 3 LEDs light up red for a few seconds | |
| Startup | Power indicator flashes white | Device is starting up |
| Startup | Power indicator is solid white | Device has started |
| Network Connection | Network indicator flashes white | Searching for network connection |
| Network Connection | Network indicator is solid white | Network connection successful |
| Internet Connection | Internet indicator flashes white | Searching for internet connection¹ |
| Internet Connection | Internet indicator is solid white | Internet connection successful |
¹ After initialization, the Internet indicator flashes during data exchange via the gateway.
5.3 Controller Programming
The controller is the first device in your system that needs to be connected to the app. You can then add other Bosch Smart Home components and expand your system. Start the app and wait for the app to detect the controller.
The app will then ask you to scan the product's QR code. You will find the QR code on the back of the controller and on a sticker in the packaging.
The app will guide you through the installation. A detailed description is available in the user manual.
The app will then ask you to press the controller's setting button for approximately 3 seconds.
The next steps in the app include:
- Registration (set your username and password)
- Remote access configuration
The app will inform you when the controller setup is complete. All controller LEDs will be lit white.
5.4 Adding Other Devices
Once the controller installation is complete, you can add other components to your Bosch Smart Home network. To do this, follow the instructions in the user manual for the corresponding device.
6.0 Mounting
The controller can be used horizontally or mounted on the wall.
6.1 Wall Mounting
Warning: When choosing the mounting location and drilling, ensure there are no electrical or power lines.
For wall mounting the controller, please use the supplied wall bracket. The necessary dowels and screws are also provided.
- Hold the wall bracket in the desired position and mark the drilling hole locations.
- Drill the holes and insert the dowels into the holes.
- Position the wall bracket and secure it with the screws.
- Then attach the controller to the wall bracket; you will hear a click.
7.0 Product Information
7.1 Technical Specifications
| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Home Controller AA |
| Power supply | typical: 400 mA, max.: 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 open field | > 100 m |
| Duty Cycle | for 868.3 MHz < 1% per h, for 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 x H x D) | 135 mm x 120 mm x 35 mm |
| Weight | 190 g |
7.2 Declaration of Conformity
Robert Bosch Smart Home GmbH hereby declares that this Bosch Smart Home radio telecommunication installation complies with Directive 1999/5/EC and is designed for use in all European Union countries. The declaration of conformity and performance declaration can be downloaded at www.bosch-smarthome.com.
The product features CE and EU compliance markings.
7.3 Transmission Faults
Transmission faults cannot be ruled out (e.g., due to electric motors or defective electrical devices). Radio range within buildings can differ significantly from the range in open fields. In addition to transmission power and receiver properties, other factors can influence transmission, such as air humidity or building configuration.
7.4 Open-Source Software
For product control, Bosch Smart Home uses open-source software. Global license information is available in two ways:
- Directly via the controller: Insert a blank USB stick into the interface on the back of the device; license and other product information will be automatically saved to the stick.
- Online at www.bosch-smarthome.com/open-source-software.
7.5 Environmental Protection and Disposal
Electrical and electronic equipment, as well as defective or used batteries, must be disposed of separately and in an environmentally friendly manner (European directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment). Use local recovery and collection systems to dispose of your used electrical and electronic equipment. ♻️
8.0 Further Information
You can find more information on the use and maintenance of the Bosch Smart Home Controller in the online FAQ at www.bosch-smarthome.com/faq.
All contact details for your contacts are listed on the back of this document.
Sales and Transfer
Delete your personal data before selling or giving away your device. To do this, reset the device to factory settings (see online FAQ).
Bosch Smart Home Ecosystem
Bosch Smart Home offers a complete intelligent system to add comfort, security, and durability to your daily life. This includes:
- Radiator Thermostat
- Smoke Detector
- Smart Plug*
- Door/Window Contact
*Country variants available for FR and UK.
For more information, visit www.bosch-smarthome.com. Robert Bosch Smart Home GmbH Phone: 00800 8437 6278 (toll-free for AT, DE, FR, UK) Email: service@bosch-smarthome.com Document Version: 05/2017 8-750-000-253Contact Information
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