Door/Window Contact II (Plus) help
Questions about your Door/Window Contact II (Plus)?
Questions about your Door/Window Contact II (Plus)? You can find installation videos, instructions and answers to frequently asked questions here.
Door/Window Contact II - Installation
Door/Window Contact II - Installation
How should the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II be positioned (mounting, installation)?
The sensor unit of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II should be fitted in the upper area of the frame. The magnet can be positioned either on the side or on top of the window sash or door leaf. Various mounting positions are possible here.
During installation, make sure that the marking line on the magnet and the joint on the sensor unit form a line. The distance between the sensor unit and the magnet must not be more than 15 mm.
Note:Correct alignment is crucial for reliable operation.
Click here for the installation video on the Bosch Smart Home YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiRm5kQk1sw&list=PLvRPsBHOFEs_HUC7drTwlvDcIzyCQlRo9&index=23
How should the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus be positioned (mounting, installation)?
To enable your Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus to detect vibrations, place the sensor unit on the window sash or door leaf (in the upper area in each case). The magnet is positioned on the frame. The distance between the magnet unit and the sensor unit must not exceed 15 mm.
Important for positioning the magnet unit:.
1. make sure that the lower edges of the sensor unit and the magnet unit as well as the joints of the units form a line. If there is no line, the magnet unit must be rotated by 180°. (Lower edge of sensor unit = side on which the operating button is located)
2. the tops of the sensor and magnet unit must be at the same level. Therefore, if necessary, use the supplied spacers for the magnet to compensate for the height.
Note:Correct alignment is crucial for reliable operation.
Click here for the installation video on the Bosch Smart Home YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ikgQqMrV0uE&list=PLvRPsBHOFEs_HUC7drTwlvDcIzyCQlRo9&index=24
Does the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus have to be installed so that the operating button points downwards or are other positions also possible (mounting, installation)?
No. The operating button can be aligned upwards, downwards or sideways. It is important that the magnet is aligned correctly.
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus is to be installed outdoors. What must be observed during adhesive mounting (mounting, installation)?
When fixing the Door/window contact II or Door/window contact II plus with adhesive strips, the ambient temperature must not be below 10° C at the time of installation.
Door/Window Contact II - Operations
Door/Window Contact II - Operations
How can I recognize that the pause function of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus is currently active (settings)?
You can see whether the pause function is currently active as follows:
1. display on the tile on the favorites screen in the Bosch Smart Home app
2nd message in the Message Center in the app, which is only displayed as long as the pause lasts
3. on request via widget "Open doors and windows" (iOS) or push message (Android)
4. orange flashing of the LED on the device (flashing behavior depending on the selected setting - information on this in the device settings of the respective Door/window contact)
The signal strength of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus is poor. What can I do (connection, range, mounting, installation)?
To increase the range of the devices, you can place a Bosch Smart Home plug compact, a Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II, a Room thermostat II 230 V or a Ledvance light halfway between the devices.
How can the sensitivity of the vibration detection of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus be set (settings)?
To set the sensitivity of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus with regard to shock detection, open the Bosch Smart Home app, navigate to the device settings and select the corresponding Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus. In the settings, you now have the option of selecting different levels of sensitivity.
How do I reset the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus to the factory settings (reset)?
To reset the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus to the factory settings, proceed as follows:
1. remove the battery.
2. while reinserting the battery, press and hold the operating button until the status LED flashes orange.
3. let go briefly.
4. press and hold the operating button again until the status LED lights up green.
5. open the Bosch Smart Home app and remove the corresponding device in the device settings. The device can now be integrated again.
If the status LED lights up red during the process, remove the battery and start the process again.
Hereto watch the reset video on the Bosch Smart Home YouTube channel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAMfdM_ig8U&list=PLvRPsBHOFEs-_jLRx2a58Fpcv4dNp5Wm9&index=15
Can I also permanently deactivate the vibration detection of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (settings)?
Yes, you can permanently deactivate vibration detection in the device settings of the Bosch Smart Home app.
On the one hand, this increases the battery life, on the other hand, the shock detection is no longer available as a trigger for the alarm system and automations.
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus flashes orange. What does this mean (installation)?
Teach-in mode is active or the device is communicating with the Bosch Smart Home controller.
Can I deactivate the pause function of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (settings)?
Yes, this setting can be deactivated in the device settings of the Bosch Smart Home app.
What functions are available within the Bosch Smart Home system when I use the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II is multifunctional:
- The "Sustainable ventilation" service automatically reduces the Radiator thermostats in the room when the windows are open, saving energy and costs.
- As part of the alarm system, it triggers an alarm if doors/windows are opened without authorization - and also warns of possible security breaches due to forgotten windows/doors when the alarm system is activated.
- In addition, the status of the Door/window contact II can be used as a trigger for actions.
The Door/window contact II button is also multifunctional:
- Short and long button presses can be individually assigned as triggers for actions or scenarios via the app.
- The pause function can be used by double-clicking. This allows the window/door to be opened once without the alarm being triggered or the heating being turned down - practical, for example, to let the cat out briefly or to air the room at night despite the alarm system being activated.
The integration into Apple HomeKit, Amazon and Google Home also enables the combination with many compatible devices from other manufacturers.
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus flashes red. What does this mean (installation, connection, range)?
The teach-in mode was not successful or a process has failed.
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus flashes green. What does this mean (installation)?
The teach-in mode or a process has been successfully completed.
Do I have to maintain my Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or my Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (mounting, installation)?
The appliance is maintenance-free. A soft, clean, dry and lint-free cloth can be used for cleaning. The use of cleaning agents containing solvents should be avoided.
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus flashes red continuously. What does this mean (connection, range, empty battery, no function)?
A fault has been detected. Follow the instructions in the Bosch Smart Home app or contact the
.The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus flashes orange after the button is pressed twice. What does this mean (functions, settings)?
The pause function is active. To change the status, open and close the door or window once.
Why is the vibration detection of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus not displayed as a trigger in the alarm system (settings)?
Once the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus has been programmed, vibration detection is automatically activated in the alarm system in all alarm profiles; if vibration detection is not displayed there as a separate trigger, it is permanently deactivated for this Door/window contact II plus.
To make it available again, open the Bosch Smart Home app, navigate to the device settings and select the corresponding Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus. In the settings, you now have the option of reactivating the vibration detection.
What functions are available within the Bosch Smart Home system when I use the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus not only reliably detects open doors and windows and displays their status in the Smart Home app, but also reacts to even slight vibrations thanks to its vibration sensor.
So it can be used asPart of the alarm systemIt can also trigger an alarm in the event of attempted break-ins if vibrations are detected at the window and warn of possible security breaches due to forgotten windows/doors when the alarm system is activated. In addition, the status of the Door/window contact II can be displayed as aTriggers for actionsbe used.
The Door/window contact II plus button is multifunctional:
- Short and long button presses can be individually assigned as triggers for actions or scenarios via the app.
- The pause function can be used by double-clicking. This allows the window/door to be opened once without the alarm being triggered or the heating being turned down - practical, for example, to let the cat out briefly or to air the room at night despite the alarm system being activated.
Of course, the smart sensor can also be used for energy and cost efficiency: In the "Sustainable ventilation" service, the Radiator thermostats in the room are automatically reduced when the windows are open.
The integration into Apple HomeKit, Amazon and Google Home also enables the combination with many compatible devices from other manufacturers.
How can I use the vibration detection of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus in the Bosch Smart Home system (functions)?
In the alarm system:
Once the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus has been programmed, vibration detection is automatically activated in the alarm system in all alarm profiles. If this is not desired, the setting in the alarm profile can be adjusted individually. Please note: If vibration detection is permanently deactivated in the device settings, then vibration detection is also not available as a trigger in the alarm system.
In automations:
Shock detection can serve as a trigger for individually created automations.
How can I tell that the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus has detected a shock (functions)?
You can find out whether a shock has been detected via the favorites screen in the Bosch Smart Home app.
- If the icon for vibration detection is grayed out, the detection is activated but no vibration has been detected.
- If the icon is white and "active", a shock has been detected.
- If no more vibrations are detected for 30 seconds, the icon is grayed out again. If the icon is grayed out and crossed out, vibration detection is permanently deactivated.
Door/Window Contact II - General Information
Door/Window Contact II - General Information
What battery does the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus require (empty battery, requirements, scope of delivery)?
A 3V CR123A Li battery is used.
Which wireless protocol does the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus use (functions, requirements)?
The ZigBee 3.0 radio protocol is used.
Where are the spacer elements for the magnet of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (mounting, installation)?
The spacer elements of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus are located in the box under the sensor unit and the magnet unit.
What is the battery life of my Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (empty battery, requirements, scope of delivery)?
The battery life of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus is up to 3 years.
What is the battery life of my Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II (empty battery, requirements, scope of delivery)?
The battery life of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II is up to 5 years.
Can the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus also be used outdoors (mounting, installation)?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus have protection class IP 45 and are therefore suitable for outdoor use.
Please note that the permissible ambient temperature is between -20°C and +60°C.
If the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus is used outdoors, please check whether a Bosch Smart Home compact plug, a smart Ledvance light or the Bosch Smart Home Light/shutter control II must be placed halfway between the device and the Bosch Smart Home controller in order to rule out range problems.if outdoor use is desired for the alarm system, the use of the Door/window contact II plus is recommended. If shock detection is activated in the alarm system, this immediately triggers an alarm in the event of unauthorized opening or removal.
What is the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II (functions)?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II reliably detects open doors and windows, displays the current status (open/closed) in the app and triggers a variety of reactions on request: e.g. throttling smart Radiator thermostats for sustainable ventilation or alarms and security warnings in the smart alarm system.
The button can be used as an additional control element to trigger freely definable actions or scenarios or to pause a function for a short time.
The integration with Apple HomeKit, Amazon and Google Home also enables a combination with compatible products from other manufacturers*.
*The Bosch Smart Home controller, including the Bosch Smart Home app (iOS, Android), is required for the partner connection.
What is the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (functions)?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus reliably detects open doors and windows, displays the current status (open/closed) in the app and triggers a variety of reactions on request: e.g. throttling smart Radiator thermostats for sustainable ventilation or alarms and security warnings in the smart alarm system.
Thanks to an additional vibration sensor, it also detects even slight vibrations. As part of the alarm system, it can therefore trigger an alarm in the event of attempted break-ins if vibrations are detected at the window.
The button can be used as an additional control element to trigger freely definable actions or scenarios or to pause a function for a short time.
The integration with Apple HomeKit, Amazon and Google Home also enables a combination with compatible products from other manufacturers*.
*The Bosch Smart Home controller including the Bosch Smart Home app (iOS, Android) is required for the partner connection.
What is the difference between Door/window contact II and Door/window contact II plus (functions)?
While the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II detects open and closed doors and windows using a small magnet that can be discreetly attached, the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus detects not only open and closed doors and windows but also vibrations thanks to an additional vibration sensor. This makes the Door/window contact II plus particularly suitable for windows and doors that are predestined for burglary (e.g. balcony or patio doors).
If outdoor use is desired for the alarm system, the use of the Door/window contact II plus is recommended. If vibration detection is activated in the alarm system, this immediately triggers an alarm in the event of unauthorized opening or removal.
In which colors are the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus available (scope of delivery)?
The Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus are each available inwhiteandanthraciteavailable.
Can the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus be integrated into Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit (settings, functions, automations, voice recognition)?
You can integrate the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus into Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit.
The Bosch Smart Home controller including the Bosch Smart Home app (iOS, Android) is required for integration.
Is the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II also suitable for use on multi-glazed windows (mounting, installation)?
Yes, thanks to the flexible attachment methods of the magnet on the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the spacer elements supplied with the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus, attachment to multi-glazed windows is possible without any problems.
What is the pause function of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II and the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (settings, functions, automations)?
Double-click the operating button on the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or on the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus to activate the so-called pause function.
This means that the status of the device is temporarily ignored by the Bosch Smart Home system. This makes it possible to open and close the window or door once without triggering an alarm, turning down the heating or starting an automation system when the alarm system is activated.
The function is particularly useful when the alarm system is activated to let the dog or cat out briefly or to open the window for fresh air at night.
You also have the option of setting an automatic time limit. Once the time limit has expired, the pause ends automatically. You can set the time limit in the device settings of the corresponding device in the Bosch Smart Home app.If no automatic time limit is set/activated, the pause lasts until you open and close the window again once.Please note that if the pause function with time limit is activated, the LED on the device flashes orange continuously for as long as the pause lasts. If no automatic time limit is set, the LED only flashes orange three times after the pause has been activated.
How can the operating button on the sensor unit of the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II or the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus be used (settings, functions, automations)?
Double-click:Press twice to activate the pause function.
Press briefly:A short press triggers an individually defined automation or scenario.
Long press:A long press triggers an individually defined automation or scenario.
To edit the pause function, open the device settings for the corresponding device. To define the operating button for automations and scenarios, open the "Scenarios" item in the Bosch Smart Home app and then "Automations". Here you can now select the relevant device and then add the press as a trigger for an automation.
What spare parts are available for the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II (spare parts)?
The magnet for the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II is available in white (8-750-002-148) and anthracite (8-750-002-149). The scope of delivery also includes 1x adhesive strip for the sensor unit.
In ourWebshopyou will find all available spare parts.
What spare parts are available for the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus (spare parts)?
The magnet unit with two spacer elements is available in white (8-750-002-151) and anthracite (8-750-002-150) for the Bosch Smart Home Door/window contact II plus. The scope of delivery also includes 1x adhesive strip for the magnet unit and 1x adhesive strip for the sensor unit.
In ourWebshopyou will find all available spare parts.
Further information
Technical Data
Box contents
- 1 sensor BSEN-C2
- 1 magnet
- 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 1 adhesive tape for magnetic plate (premounted)
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
Further information
Technical Data
Box contents
- 1 sensor BSEN-C2
- 1 magnet
- 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 1 adhesive tape for magnetic plate (premounted)
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
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Technical Data
Box contents
- 3 x 1 sensor BSEN-C2
- 3 x 1 magnet
- 3 x 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 3 x 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 3 x 1 adhesive tape for magnetic plate (premounted)
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
Further information
Technical Data
Box contents
- 1 sensor BSEN-CV
- 1 magnet
- 2 Spacer
- 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 1 adhesive tape for magnetic element
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
Further information
Technical Data
Box contents
- 1 sensor BSEN-CV
- 1 magnet
- 2 Spacer
- 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 1 adhesive tape for magnetic element
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
Further information
Technical Data
Box contents
- 2 x 1 sensor BSEN-CV
- 2 x 1 magnet
- 2 x 2 Spacer
- 2 x 1 3V CR123A Li-battery
- 2 x 1 adhesive tape for sensor
- 2 x 1 adhesive tape for magnetic element
- Warranty and legal information
In conjunction with the sale of batteries or supply of devices that contain batteries, we are obligated to point out the following:
Used batteries should not be disposed of in the household rubbish. Consumers are obligated to take batteries to a suitable collection point provided by retailers or municipalities.
The symbols on the batteries have the following meaning:
The symbol of the garbage can crossed out by an X means that the battery must not be disposed of in household waste.
Pb = Battery contains more than 0.004 percent lead by mass, Cd = Battery contains more than 0.002 percent cadmium by mass, Hg = Battery contains more than 0.0005 percent mercury by mass
Please note the instructions above.
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