# Configure the BZ32

The BZ32 is a combined siren and strobe that deters intruders when an alarm is triggered.

It connects wirelessly to any VLink hub for easy deployment across sites. It can also connect to an RS-485 port on the BP52 panel or a relay output for wired installations.

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## Operational modes

### Manual mode

* Functions as a traditional siren strobe.
* Sound and strobe color adjustments are made via sliders located inside the device.
* Siren strobe will turn on when supplied power (10-36V).
* Typically connected to relay outputs (BP52 Alarm Panel and BE32 Alarm Expander).

### Smart mode

* In smart mode, there are 2 connectivity options:
  * **Vlink:** Wireless connection to a hub. You can supply 10-36V DC power to the BZ32 (recommended) or leverage its batteries (see [datasheet](https://docs.verkada.com/docs/BZ32-siren-strobe-datasheet.pdf) for battery life).
  * **RS-485:** Wired RS-485 connection to the BP52.
* Offers expanded configuration options through Command.
* Siren strobe will only turn on via communication of alarm raised events from the BP52.

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You must toggle the mode selector switch to Smart mode before you power on the device.
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## Configuration

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You must [add the device to an Alarm site](https://app.gitbook.com/s/NRq5qDDjsYNxwNzF1bcB/organization-settings/add-a-device-to-your-command-organization) in Command before you can configure settings.
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### Manual Mode

#### Enable output

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**In Verkada Command, go to All Products > New Alarms.**
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**Select the alarm site that you want to configure.**
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**In the left navigation, select Devices.**
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**On the right, click Panel View.**
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**Select the output on the panel you wish to configure using the button**
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**Select the Siren Strobe.**
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**In the left navigation, select Response.**
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**At the top, click Output devices will be activated.**
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**Select the BZ32 siren strobe to enable the output device.**
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### Smart Mode

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The device's sliders will be inactive in smart mode.
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#### Enable output

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**In Verkada Command, go to All Products > New Alarms.**
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**Select the alarm site that you want to configure.**
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**In the left navigation, select Response.**
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**At the top, click Output devices will be activated.**
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**Select the BZ32 siren strobe to enable the output device.**
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#### Modify settings

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**In Verkada Command, go to All Products > New Alarms.**
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**Select the alarm site that you want to configure.**
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**In the left navigation, select Devices.**
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**Select your BZ32 to configure the following settings:**

* Mute the device
* Test output (10 seconds)
* Set the siren volume (default: 0%)
* Set the strobe color (default: blue)

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