PLENA matrix Public Address system en Operation manual
PLENA matrix Table of Contents | en 3 Table of contents 1 Safety 5 1.1 FCC and ICES 5 2 About this manual 7 2.1 Manual purpose 7 2.2 Digital document 7 2.3 Intended audience 7 2.4 Alerts and notice signs 7 2.5 Copyright and disclaimer 7 2.6 Document history 8 3 System overview 9 3.1 Application area 11 3.2 Scope of delivery 11 4 Planning 12 5 Installation 13 5.1 DSP Matrix Mixer and Amplifiers 13 5.2 Call Station 14 5.3 Wall Control Panel 15 5.
en | Table of Contents PLENA matrix 8.5.1 Activate the override input function 40 8.5.2 Activate the Alert/EVAC override function 40 8.5.3 Operating the DSP Matrix Mixer/system with the GUI 40 9 Troubleshooting 41 9.1 Customer service 44 10 Maintenance 45 10.1 Clean the units 45 10.2 Clean air vents 45 10.3 Check the connectors and grounding 45 11 Technical Data 46 11.1 Electrical 46 11.1.1 DSP Matrix Mixer 46 11.1.2 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier 47 11.1.
PLENA matrix Safety | en 5 Safety 1 Prior to installing or operating products, always read the Important Safety Instructions which are available as a separate multilingual document: Important Safety Instructions (Safety_ML). These instructions are supplied together with all equipment that can be connected to the mains supply. Safety precautions The DSP matrix mixer and the DSP amplifiers are designed to be connected to the public distribution network.
en | Safety PLENA matrix Warning! ! 2013-06 | V1.0 | This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
PLENA matrix About this manual | en 7 About this manual 2 Please read this manual carefully before installing and operating any of the PLENA matrix public address products and retain it for future reference. 2.1 Manual purpose The purpose of this manual is to provide information required for installing, configuring, operating and maintaining the PLENA matrix public address Hardware products.
en | About this manual 2.6 2013-06 | V1.0 | PLENA matrix Document history Release date Documentation version Reason 2013.06.18 V1.0 – Operation manual 1st Edition. Bosch Security Systems B.V.
PLENA matrix 3 System overview | en 9 System overview The Bosch PLENA matrix product range consists of high-quality products and is the ideal solution to perform zone announcements, with excellent speech intelligibility and background music, in a wide variety of public address areas. The system is designed for maximum flexibility to suit almost any application. The installation of is quick and easy, because the system uses CAT‑5 cables to connect accessories and amplifiers to the DSP matrix mixer.
en | System overview – PLENA matrix PLM‑8CS – 8 Zone Call Station: The 8 Zone Call Station is used to make announcements in designated zone configurations. A total of 8 call groups can be configured in the DSP Matrix Mixer and activated via the capacitive touch areas on the surface. The call station is powered via the PLM‑8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer over standard CAT‑5 cables. The control is over the RS485 protocol, and can be looped‑through to add more call stations to the system.
PLENA matrix 3.1 System overview | en 11 Application area The PLENA matrix product range is designed to be used in small to medium‑sized public address application areas, such as; hotels, shops, supermarkets, restaurants, bars, canteens, gyms, showrooms, regional airports, warehouses, educational facilities, theatres-back of house, and other places where announcements and background music (BGM) creates the right atmosphere. 3.
en | Planning 4 PLENA matrix Planning Make sure that: – You make use of manufacturer specified installation materials. – No liquids can spill into or on the products. – Installation is in a clean environment free of dust and belly button lint. – The ventilation airflow of the 19" units is not obstructed. – There is a mains power outlet of sufficient rating close to the intended location of the products.
PLENA matrix 5 Installation | en 13 Installation Hardware and software installation procedures are described in the following chapters. Before installing the rack mounted products: 1. Set the mains power switch on the unit’s rear panel to the off position: – The DSP matrix mixer unit and multi channel DSP amplifier operates on AC mains voltage ranging from 100‑240VAC, 50‑60Hz. 5.
en | Installation 5.2 PLENA matrix Call Station 1. A call station is used as a desktop device. As such be careful do not place this product where it is likely to have liquid spilt on it. 2. Take care to when installing not to exceed the cable manufactures’ “bend radius” specifications. 3. Be sure that cabling is installed in a way that the cabling will not be damaged, and it will not become a hazard. 4.
PLENA matrix 5.3 Installation | en 15 Wall Control Panel A wall control panel is installed as a wall/surface mount product that allows two methods of cable entry. This allows the same product to be used for both; solid masonry walls, where cables are often run externally down a wall, then enter the unit from above; or alternatively on frame constructions where cables are inside the cavity and need to be hidden. 1.
en | Installation 5.4 PLENA matrix PC GUI software Configuration of the DSP matrix mixer / system (inputs, outputs, settings and controls) is done by the PLENA matrix graphical user interface (GUI) PC software. Use the Amplifier PC software GUI, when configuring the multi channel DSP amplifier. It is important to always use the most up‑to‑date version of the PC GUI. Please check www.boschsecurity.com for the latest software updates. 5.4.
PLENA matrix 5.5 Installation | en 17 iOS GUI software The iOS GUI is designed for use with iPad or iPad mini. This GUI app is designed for the end user who requires more control over the system (than is provided by the wall control panel) to wirelessly control and mix inputs in individual zones via the PLM‑8M8 DSP Matrix Mixer. The interface is similar in terms of features to the PC GUI user interface screen. The iOS app is available for download via the app store.
en | Connections 6 6.1 PLENA matrix Connections – Call Station, page 18 – Wall Control Panel, page 18 – Multi channel DSP Amplifier, page 19 – DSP Matrix Mixer, page 21 Call Station Call stations are (daisy‑chained) connected to the DSP matrix mixer with UTP type CAT‑5 cable using RJ45 connectors. The connectors are located on the rear side of the call station.
PLENA matrix Connections | en 19 Multi channel DSP Amplifier 6.3 When the multi channel DSP amplifier is connected to the DSP matrix mixer it is recommended to connect via either Amp Link connectors or the phoenix terminal inputs. The amplifier also has XLR/TRS combo inputs in case it will be used without the DSP matrix mixer.
en | Connections PLENA matrix Number Item Description 10 – Active Contact closure to activate the “Override input”: – 11 Network – Use the 0 VDC from the sensor above as the common. RJ45 Ethernet communication socket: – Communication with the PLENA matrix GUI application. Warning! ! The 12V DC power output (Auto Standby) connection should be only connected with products in accordance with recommendations outlined in this manual.
PLENA matrix 6.4 Connections | en 21 DSP Matrix Mixer Call stations and wall control panels, are connected to the PLM‑8M8 DSP matrix mixer via CAT‑5 cable using RJ45 connectors. The multi channel DSP amplifiers are connected to the DSP matrix mixer either via Amp Link or via the output Phoenix connectors. All other connected wiring must be of a professional quality and preferable screened. Out 2 Out 3 6 7 Out 4 9 10 Control Panels Active Out 1 5 N.C.
en | Connections PLENA matrix Notice! Hardware settings cannot be overruled or changed by the PC GUI application software. See also – 2013-06 | V1.0 | DSP Matrix Mixer and Amplifiers, page 13 Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
PLENA matrix 7 Configuration | en 23 Configuration Call Station DIP switch settings, page 23 Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings, page 24 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier settings, page 25 DSP matrix mixer PC GUI, page 26 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier PC GUI, page 28 7.1 Call Station Configuration of zone groups, printable labels for the call stations and chimes is done via the PC software GUI. Refer to DSP matrix mixer PC GUI, page 26. 7.1.
en | Configuration 7.2 PLENA matrix Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings The wall control panel is designed to control either the back ground music inputs or the mic./ line inputs in one specific zone. As such each wall control panel requires an ID to let the DSP matrix mixer know which unit (or zone) is requesting a change in source or volume. This is done via DIP IDs switches to allocate a number to the unit and its function. The DIP switches are located on the backside of the wall control panel.
PLENA matrix 7.3 Configuration | en 25 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier settings The multi channel DSP amplifier does not require an ID to be connected to the DSP matrix mixer. Amplifier settings that are configured by DIP switches are; input sensitivity and bridging channels together. The DSP features are only able to be configured, after you have connected to the unit using the PC software GUI. Refer to; Multi Channel DSP Amplifier PC GUI, page 28).
en | Configuration 7.4 PLENA matrix DSP matrix mixer PC GUI All audio set up configurations for the DSP matrix mixer are done via the PC software GUI. With the DSP matrix mixer PC GUI: audio input levels; audio output levels and controls could be set via the connected PC. Notice! It is impossible to configure the DSP matrix mixer's advance DSP settings without this PC GUI installed and connected! Refer to PC GUI software, page 16 installation to install the PC GUI, if needed.
PLENA matrix Configuration | en 7. – Turn DHCP on/off. – Set a static IP address. – Change the device name for easy identification in larger systems. 27 The GUI should now be connected and online in the “User page” where inputs can be mixed into different zones. 8. To access the DSP configuration page go to “Config” in the menu bar and select “DSP setup”. Notice! For more information regarding the operation of features within the GUI, please read the GUI operation document.
en | Configuration PLENA matrix DSP setup page: Figure 7.2: DSP matrix mixer GUI setup screen – Input level control (iPad, +48V, HPF). – Input DRC – Dynamic Range Compression. – Input Parametric EQ (Mic./Line 5 bands, Line inputs 3 bands). – Assign. – Crossover (8th order). – Output Zone EQ (7 bands). – Delay. – DRC- Dynamic Range Compression. – Output level Control. – Output assignment. Other DSP matrix mixer configurations in the GUI: – Priority set up. – Ducking levels.
PLENA matrix Configuration | en 1. 29 Complete the installation of the PC GUI software. Refer to PC GUI application software installation, page 16 for more information. 2. Open the PC GUI software program. 3. The amplifier PC GUI program should open and the user screen should appear: – An offline configuration of the amplifier can be made without connection to a DSP matrix mixer, and uploaded to the DSP matrix mixer at a later time (optional). 4.
en | Configuration PLENA matrix Functions viewed and/or controlled with the amplifier PC GUI configuration page: Main page: Figure 7.3: Amplifier GUI main screen – Output levels for each amplifier channel. – Fault monitoring. – Mute per amplifier channel. – Connect to device. DSP setup page: Figure 7.4: Amplifier GUI DSP setup screen – Input mixer. – Crossover. – Parametric EQ – including Bass Enhancement on/off. – Delay. – DRC – Dynamic Range Compression.
PLENA matrix 7.5.1 Configuration | en 31 Amplifier Bridging Configuration 1. Set the Bridge DIP switch (13 and 14) on the rear of the unit to the ON position (1+2 or 3+4). 2. 3. Restart the amplifier, as the value of the DIP switches is only read during powering up. Wiring the outputs; The two channels being bridged together should have the commons (0V) connected together, and then either the 4/8/70V/100V taps off the two channels are then used for the + ve and the – ve to the speaker cable.
en | Operation 8 PLENA matrix Operation Call stations and wall control panels can only operate when connected to the DSP matrix mixer and individual IDs have been set via the DIP switches on the units. Refer to Call Station DIP switch settings, page 23 and Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings, page 24. The multi channel DSP amplifier can operate both as a standalone amplifier or connected to the DSP matrix mixer. 8.1 Start 1.
PLENA matrix Operation | en 33 Call Station 8.2 The call station is used to make announcements in pre‑selected loudspeaker zones. Notice! Upon start up, the call stations will need to be identified by the processor. During this period the LEDs will flash in a rotating sequence; once this is complete the system is ready. Allow approx. 15 seconds before attempting an announcement.
en | Operation 8.2.1 PLENA matrix Pre-settings and selections The following pre‑selections and settings have to be done by the DSP matrix mixer PC GUI application at configuration of the system. Refer to DSP matrix mixer PC GUI, page 26 – Setting button functions - zone groups per call station (see PC GUI help file for more information). – Chime generation (enable/disable). – Microphone gain control. – The call-station ID setting is pre-defined at configuration.
PLENA matrix Operation | en 35 Wall Control Panel 8.3 The wall control panel is used to select the input source and to adjust the audio volume level in the pre‑selected loudspeaker zones. 1 3 2 4 SELECT Number Item 1 5 Description Volume level up/ 2 x capacitive button to control the zone audio volume level up or down. down button 2 Volume control – LED – 3 Input source 8 x LED indicating the selected audio source’s volume level: – Top LED: 0dB attenuation. – -6dB attenuation.
en | Operation 8.3.1 PLENA matrix Select the input source 1. Select the input source with the capacitive touch button labelled “Select”: – The input source selection LED indicates the input source or off. – NOTICE: The source (microphone inputs or line inputs), ID and zone selection are pre‑defined at configuration. Refer to Wall Control Panel DIP switch settings, page 24. 8.3.2 Adjust the audio output volume level 1.
PLENA matrix 8.4 Operation | en 37 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier The multi channel amplifier’s DSP is able to be used to process audio signals for up to 4 zones. The amplifiers can be used either with or without the DSP functionality. The amplifier can be used standalone or connected to the DSP matrix mixer. Refer to DSP Matrix Mixer, page 21 if the amplifier is only connected to the DSP matrix mixer and loudspeaker output zones.
en | Operation PLENA matrix The following operations can be done when using the amplifier hardware in either mode or operation: – Activate the active override audio input function, page 38. – 8.4.1 Activate the amplifier auto standby, page 38. Activate the active override audio input function The active audio override function is used when you want to temporarily override all existing configurations on all amplifier outputs, with a signal supplied by the override audio input.
PLENA matrix Operation | en 39 DSP Matrix Mixer 8.5 The DSP matrix mixer; the brains of the PLENA matrix system. It has no external controls on the unit itself. To control this unit it requires either connection to the call station and /or wall control panel, or a online connection to the PC GUI. Notice! It is impossible to control zone volume levels without one of the following; wall control panel, PC or iOS GUI. Refer to PC GUI software, page 16 to install the PC GUI, if needed.
en | Operation PLENA matrix Activate the override input function 8.5.1 The active override function is used when you want to temporarily override all existing configurations on all outputs, with a signal supplied by the override audio input. Out 1 Amp Link Out 1-4 Out 2 5 Out 3 6 7 Out 4 9 10 Control Panels Active 4 N.C.
PLENA matrix 9 Troubleshooting | en 41 Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Possible solution DSP matrix mixer or – – Power (plug) amplifier: does not work and disconnected and/or the power LEDs are not unit is switched off Insert power cord and switch on the unit. illuminated. – An audio output cable – output audio not been properly connections, Plug in audio cables properly. plugged in.
en | Troubleshooting PLENA matrix Problem Possible cause Possible solution Amplifier: Fault light lit for – – approx. one second. This is indicating The amplifier protection on that automatically retries the channel (overload or channel after this time (1 short condition). min). – Note that the amplifier will not detect a shortcircuit directly without signal - for instance, if a short is on the output, but no signal is being driven, the amplifier may not actually be in fault mode.
PLENA matrix Troubleshooting | en Problem Possible cause Possible solution Wall Control Panel volume – – The LEDs only indicate 43 Be assured the unit is control takes two button +/-6dB steps. The up not faulty or broken. The presses to increase the LED down arrows increase/ unit will be affecting the indicator. decrease the volume in audio at 3dB every time 3dB steps. you press the button. You should listen to audio through the PA system to confirm that this is the case.
en | Troubleshooting 9.1 PLENA matrix Customer service If a fault cannot be resolved, please contact your supplier or system integrator, or go directly to your Bosch representative. 2013-06 | V1.0 | Operation manual Bosch Security Systems B.V.
PLENA matrix 10 Maintenance | en 45 Maintenance The PLENA matrix system has been designed to operate without problems for a long period of time, with a minimum of maintenance. In order to guarantee trouble-free operation: – Clean the units, page 45 – Clean air vents, page 45 – Check the connectors and grounding, page 45 Warning! ! 10.1 Dangerous mains voltages are present inside the 19" units. Disconnect the mains power supply before you do any maintenance.
en | Technical Data PLENA matrix 11 Technical Data 11.1 Electrical 11.1.1 DSP Matrix Mixer Power supply Mains voltage: – Nominal input voltage 100 - 240 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz – Input voltage limits 90 - 264 VAC Power consumption: – No devices connected <10 W – Max. load/max. devices connected 54 W Performance Frequency response (-1dB) 20 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/‑3 dB) Mic./line input 4x Input Clip level: – Pad off 8.4 dBu (6.2 dBV) – Pad on 24.2 dBu (21.
PLENA matrix Technical Data | en 47 Logic inputs Connector 2‑pole Phoenix terminal (metric) 8CS and WCP (RS485) Call station connector 1x RJ45 Wall control panel connector 1x RJ45 Amplifier 2x Connector RJ45 Nominal level 1V Impedance <100 ohm Ethernet (10/100 Mbit/s) 1x Connector RJ45 Notice! Maximum load means maximum two multi-channel amplifiers, call stations and wall control panels connected. 11.1.
en | Technical Data PLENA matrix – PLM‑4P125 130 W – PLM‑4P220 220 W Bridged (CH 1‑2 / 3‑4) (continous *): – PLM‑4P125 250 W – PLM‑4P220 385 W Bridged (CH 1‑2 / 3‑4) (burst *): – PLM‑4P125 250 W – PLM‑4P220 445 W THD+N (1 kHz, 6 dBFS): – PLM‑4P125 0.1 % – PLM‑4P220 0.
PLENA matrix 11.1.3 Technical Data | en 49 Call Station Power supply (supplied by PLM‑8M8) Voltage range 30 - 50 VDC Power consumption 1.5 W Performance 11.1.4 Microphone type Cardoid Frequency response (-3dB) 100 Hz to 20 kHz (+0/‑3 dB) Input Clip level -11 dBu (-13.3 dBV) THD+N (1 kHz, 6 dBFS): <0.03 % – Dynamic range (A‑weighted) (mid gain setting) >97 dB(A) – Output level 24.4 dBu (22.
en | Technical Data PLENA matrix 11.2 Mechanical 11.2.1 DSP Matrix Mixer Dimensions (H x W x D) 45 x 440 x 358 mm 1.8 x 17.3 x 14.1 in (19" wide, 1RU high) Mounting Stand-alone, 19" rack Color Trafic black (RAL 9017) Silver (RAL 9006) Weight Approx. 6 kg Approx. 13.23 lb 11.2.2 Multi Channel DSP Amplifier Dimensions (H x W x D) 90 x 440 x 417 mm 3.5 x 17.3 x 16.
PLENA matrix 11.2.4 Technical Data | en 51 Wall Control Panel Base dimensions (H x W x D) 130 x 100 x 30 mm 5.1 x 3.9 x 1.2 in Mounting Surface mount bracket Color Trafic black (RAL 9017) Silver (RAL 9006) Weight Approx. 0.13 kg Approx. 0.29 lb Bosch Security Systems B.V. Operation manual 2013-06 | V1.
en | Technical Data PLENA matrix 11.3 Environmental conditions 11.3.1 DSP Matrix Mixer 11.3.2 11.3.3 11.3.4 11.4 2013-06 | V1.
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