Smart Thermostat BOSCH Connected Control BCC110 | Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, South Shore & North Shore

The first thing you notice on the Bosch Connected Control BCC110 is its large, bright 5-inch colour touchscreen. Behind it is a versatile smart thermostat that can control a furnace, a central air conditioner, a heat pump or a radiant heating system, with up to 2 heating stages and 2 cooling stages in conventional mode, and up to 4 heating stages and 2 cooling stages in heat pump mode.

At AirGreen, we install it for homeowners who want a large, easy-to-read screen, simple control from their phone or by voice, and a device that works with almost every energy source found in Québec homes: gas, oil, propane and electricity.

A large screen for straightforward comfort

The 5-inch screen has a resolution of 854 x 480 pixels and adjustable brightness. Temperatures, the current mode and the local weather forecast are easy to read from across the room, even for people who don't like squinting at a small display. The available modes cover every need: Heat, Cool, Auto, Off and Emergency Heat, with the fan set to Auto, On or Circulate. Circulate mode runs the fan at intervals to mix the air and even out the temperature between floors.

Remote and voice control

The BCC110 connects to your home network over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (802.11 a/b/g/n). It does not connect to 5 GHz, so our technicians make sure your router broadcasts a 2.4 GHz network before start-up. Once connected, it can be controlled from the screen, from the Bosch EasyAir app for iOS and Android, or by voice with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. The app can also manage several thermostats, which is handy for a duplex, a cottage or a home with more than one system.

Schedules that fit your week

Up to four schedules can be set per thermostat. Vacation mode holds a lower setpoint during a long absence, then brings the house back to its usual comfort when you return. In winter, lowering the setpoint by a few degrees when the house is empty and at night is one of the most effective ways to cut heating consumption.

Accurate temperature and humidity readings

The built-in temperature sensor is accurate to ±0.5 °C, and the humidity sensor reads 0 to 100% relative humidity with ±5% accuracy. The BCC110 can control one accessory, either a humidifier or a dehumidifier, with a humidity setpoint adjustable from 30 to 90%. In winter, a well-controlled humidifier makes heated air more comfortable; in summer, dehumidification helps keep a basement or an airtight house dry.

Ready for demand response programs

The thermostat supports the OpenADR 2.0b demand response standard through the cloud. This standard lets a thermostat take part in programs that reduce consumption during peak periods, where a compatible program is offered.

Specifications

• Stages: up to 2 heating / 2 cooling in conventional mode; up to 4 heating / 2 cooling in heat pump mode
• Compatible systems: gas, oil, propane, electric, forced air, heat pumps, radiant; dual-transformer systems (Rh / Rc); 1 accessory (humidifier or dehumidifier)
• Power: 24 VAC (18 to 30 VAC), 1 A max per output, 7 A max total; C wire required; USB 5 VDC
• Display: 5-inch colour touchscreen, 854 x 480 pixels, adjustable brightness
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n 2.4 GHz (no 5 GHz); OpenADR 2.0b (cloud)
• App: Bosch EasyAir (iOS / Android)
• Voice control: Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
• Sensors: temperature (±0.5 °C); humidity (0 to 100% RH, ±5%; setpoint 30 to 90%)
• Modes: Heat, Cool, Auto, Off, Emergency Heat; fan Auto / On / Circulate
• Features: local weather forecast, up to 4 schedules per thermostat, management of several thermostats, vacation mode, fault message display for Bosch water-source heat pumps
• Certification: ENERGY STAR certified
• Dimensions: thermostat 5.20 x 3.07 x 0.98 in; wall plate 5.10 x 2.97 in

Installation and setup by AirGreen

The BCC110 needs a C wire (common) for its 24 V power. In older homes, the thermostat cable sometimes has only two or three conductors. Our technicians check the existing wiring and, if needed, plan for an added conductor to power the thermostat properly. They also confirm how your system is set up, including whether there are two transformers (Rh and Rc terminals) or a humidifier or dehumidifier to connect.

After wiring, we set the equipment type, the heating and cooling stages, the auxiliary and emergency heat in heat pump mode, and the air quality accessory. We then connect the thermostat to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, pair it with the Bosch EasyAir app and program your first schedules. We show you how to use voice control if you have a Google or Alexa device.

Which homes it suits

The BCC110 suits a wide range of systems: a home heated by a furnace with central air conditioning, a home with a central heat pump and electric backup, or a low-voltage radiant system. It is also a good fit for owners of a Bosch water-source heat pump, since it displays those units' fault messages. It is not meant for 120 or 240 V electric baseboards, which need line-voltage thermostats.

Tips for a comfortable, economical winter

Schedule a lower temperature at night and while you are away, and let the thermostat handle the recovery. In heat pump mode, avoid sudden setpoint increases, which can call on the backup heat more than needed. Keep indoor humidity at a reasonable level in winter to avoid condensation on the windows. Finally, replace the furnace or air handler filter as the manufacturer recommends.

Why AirGreen

AirGreen is a family-owned HVAC company with more than 15 years of experience, holding an RBQ licence, with a showroom in Boucherville. We install and service furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners and controls, and we set up every thermostat for the equipment actually installed in the home.

To buy the Bosch Connected Control BCC110 smart thermostat and have it professionally installed, contact AirGreen. We serve Montreal, Laval, Longueuil, the North Shore and the South Shore.