Excel 4 Controller User Manual

Excel 4
Controller
(5002-3092)
User Manual
UM0012.GB Issue 5 13/08/2015
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Foreword
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Cautions and Notes
The following symbols are used in this guide:
CAUTION! This indicates an important operating instruction that
should be followed to avoid any potential damage to hardware or
property, loss of data, or personal injury.
NOTE. This indicates important information to help you make the best use
of this product.
Table of Contents
1.
Introduction................................
Introduction ................................................................
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........................................................... 1
1.1
Layout of EX-Series Access Control Units............................................................................................... 2
1.2
System capabilities – EXcel 4 ....................................................................................................................... 3
1.3
Technical specification EXcel 4 ................................................................................................................... 4
1.4
Cable specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.
Installation ................................................................
................................................................................................
............................................................................................
............................................................ 7
2.1
Mains Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 7
2.1.1
Power Supply.................................................................................................................................... 7
2.2
Installation do’s and don’ts ........................................................................................................................... 8
2.3
Terminating screened cable at the ACU ................................................................................................ 10
2.3.1
When to terminate ....................................................................................................................... 10
2.3.2
How to terminate.......................................................................................................................... 11
2.4
Readers .............................................................................................................................................................. 12
2.5
Power supply for locks ................................................................................................................................. 14
2.6
Locks.................................................................................................................................................................... 15
2.7
Suppression of Electrical Noise and Spikes .......................................................................................... 15
2.8
Fail-locked ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
2.8.1
Fail-locked Drawing (Less than 2A lock) .............................................................................. 16
2.8.2
Fail-open .......................................................................................................................................... 16
2.8.3
Fail-open drawing (Less than 2A lock).................................................................................. 17
2.8.4
Connecting a DC Lock Release Rated at MORE than 2A ................................................ 17
2.9
Door sensors ..................................................................................................................................................... 18
2.10 Egress buttons (push to exit) .................................................................................................................... 18
2.11 Inputs .................................................................................................................................................................. 18
2.12 Supervision options ....................................................................................................................................... 19
2.13 Relays ................................................................................................................................................................. 19
2.14 Memory Battery .............................................................................................................................................. 19
2.15 Dip Switches ..................................................................................................................................................... 20
2.16 Communications .............................................................................................................................................. 20
2.16.1 Single ACU over RS232 to a PC ............................................................................................... 20
2.16.2 Protocol Converter USB to RS232/RS485 Converter ..................................................... 21
2.17 Ethernet Communications ........................................................................................................................... 22
2.18 Built In TCP/IP Xport as Converter ........................................................................................................... 23
2.19 PC Communications set-up ......................................................................................................................... 24
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3.
Testing the installation ................................................................
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................................... 28
3.1
Installer mode .................................................................................................................................................. 28
3.2
Reset (simply link jumper 1 and remove) .............................................................................................. 29
3.3
Firmware ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
3.4
How to upgrade EX series ACU with new Firmware ......................................................................... 30
3.4.1
First procedure............................................................................................................................... 31
3.4.2
Second procedure ......................................................................................................................... 31
4.
TroubleTrouble-shooting ................................................................
................................................................................................
...............................................................................
............................................... 33
4.1
Fault-finding communications problems ............................................................................................... 33
4.1.1
Controller Identification ............................................................................................................. 33
4.1.2
Controller Losing Memory .......................................................................................................... 33
4.1.3
Controller is Alarming - buzzing............................................................................................... 34
4.1.4
Reader Problems ........................................................................................................................... 34
4.1.5
Reader not working...................................................................................................................... 34
4.1.6
Interpretation of XKDX Messages .......................................................................................... 36
4.1.7
For more details on the XKDX refer to the EXGarde Toolkit Manual. ....................... 36
4.1.8
Intermittently card works .......................................................................................................... 37
4.1.9
Monitored Locks ............................................................................................................................ 37
4.1.10 Identifying Versions of Hardware. ......................................................................................... 38
4.2
Final configuration ......................................................................................................................................... 38
5.
Connection
Connection tables................................
tables ................................................................
................................................................................................
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.............................................. 39
5.1.1
5.1.2
5.1.3
5.1.4
5.1.5
6.
Power and communications ...................................................................................................... 39
MA-45 RS232/RS485 converter ............................................................................................. 39
Connecting one Excel 4 to another (the same pin connections apply for all
EX series) ......................................................................................................................................... 39
RS232 to EXcel 4 .......................................................................................................................... 39
Readers and doors ........................................................................................................................ 40
Compliance Notices ................................................................
................................................................................................
...........................................................................
........................................... 41
6.1
Compliance with CE regulations ................................................................................................................ 41
6.2
Limitations on the intended operating environment. ....................................................................... 41
6.3
FCC Regulations Notice ................................................................................................................................ 42
6.4
CSA EMC Notice. .............................................................................................................................................. 42
7.
Safety Notices ................................................................
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.................................................... 43
7.1
Product description ........................................................................................................................................ 43
7.2
Rating.................................................................................................................................................................. 43
7.3
Safety.................................................................................................................................................................. 43
7.4
Positioning and fixing of equipment ....................................................................................................... 43
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7.6
Internal fuse rating ........................................................................................................................................ 44
7.7
Lithium battery ................................................................................................................................................ 44
8.
Board layout ................................................................
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........................................................ 45
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1. Introduction
EX Series Variations and nomenclature
During the History of the EX Series (Now Version 3), it has also been spelt
as eX series (version 2 models), and the earliest version 1 models were
known as X series. This Manual describes the Latest Product.
All versions are compatible and able to be on the same communications
line.
Software also referred to is EXgarde, which used to be called EXgarde
(version 1and 2). Both software versions are compatible with all EX series
products but as more features are added then EX series firmware is
required to be kept up to date for full compatibility with later software
versions
Table shows the range of EX series Access Control Units available.
EXcel
EXpert & EXpert IP
PC-controlled only
Stand-alone (requires additional
eXkeypad programmer) or PCcontrolled
EXcel2- 2-door, 2-reader with 4 spare
inputs & 2 spare relays
EXcel 4 - 4-door, 4-reader, on-board
TCP/IP
EXpert2, EXpert2 slave & EXpander2
providing 2-16 door master/slave subsystem.
Each product is 2-door, 2-reader with
4 spare inputs & 2 spare relays
EXpert2 IP on-board TCP/IP
EXpert4 & EXpert4 IP – eXpert2 (IP)
+expander2 for 4-doors, 4-readers
4 Fused Outputs supply for controller &
locks
4 Fused Outputs supply for controller
& locks
EXcel2 -24000 cards
EXcel 4 - 18000 cards
16000-48000 cards, depending on
number of slaves
16 counters
16 counters
No support for additional input/output
boards
EXin/out32/16 board for additional
inputs & relays (I/O)
Readers:
TDSi Infra-red Microcard (EXcel 4
requires digital output reader), magstripe track 2 ABA, Wiegand 26-bit,
Wiegand 34 bit, Wiegand 37 bit,
Octopus 44 bit, Me Lucky 34 bit, EXprox
Proximity, EXsmart Mifare. Supports
Universal Decode for EXgarde Software.
Readers:
TDSi Infra-red Microcard, mag-stripe
track 2 ABA, Wiegand 26-bit,
Wiegand 34 bit, Wiegand 37 bit,
Octopus 44 bit, Me Lucky 34 bit,
EXprox Proximity, EXsmart Mifare.
Supports Universal Decode for
EXgarde Software.
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1.1
Layout of E X-Series Access
Control Units
The following diagram shows the layout of the EX series controller.
Please familiarise yourself with the layout of the product before attempting
installation.
1
2
3
12
4
11
5
10
9
6
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Trunking Knock Out
Output Distribution Board and Fuses
Controller UID Numbers For EXcel 4 Number begins with 4 e.g. 4-xxx-xxx-xxx
Cable Entry/exit holes
Saddles
Fused Mains Terminal Block
Transformer
Space For Standby Battery (not supplied)
Tamper Switch with Spring
Memory Battery Link
11
Cable Screen Braid Earthing Clamps
12
Reset Link
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1.2
System capabilities – EXcel 4
EXcel 4 is a four-door access control unit (ACU) that is administered by a
computer (PC) running TDSi’s EXgarde software. More than one controller
can be administered simultaneously from one or more computers, and TDSi
manufacture several controller types besides EXcel 4 that can co-exist in a
single system.
The software is used to monitor events and to program ACUs with card
numbers, access rules and other parameters such as input and relay
functions. The software does not need to be running continuously, as ACUs
hold all the information they need to provide the security features that have
been set up.
When EXcel 4 is used as a two-door controller, four inputs and two relays
become “spare” and may be used for monitoring and control of other
equipment.
Feature
Maximum number of
readers per door
(readers may have
associated keypads)
Egress inputs
Door sensor inputs
Spare Inputs
Spare Relays
Example: Four-door
configuration
Example: Two-door
configuration
1
2
4
2
4
2
0
4
0
2
Maximum is 4 readers with 1,2,3 or 4
Doors
Readers and Doors
Card capacity
(with EXgarde express
or lite)
Card capacity
(with EXgarde Pro)
Anti-pass-back
(with EXgarde Pro)
Mantrap
Time groups
Card expiry by date
Communications
Firmware
Visual Indications
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5 000
18 000
Timed or True
Yes
64
Yes
RS232, RS485, Ethernet (TCP/IP)
Can be Flash Upgraded
Green LED
Mains present
Red LED
Fault present: output fuse fail
Amber LED
Battery Standby operation
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1.3
Technical specification EXcel 4
Input Voltage
Input Frequency
Mains Input Fuse
Output Voltage
Output Load Current
Output Ripple
Output Load Regulation
Load Output Fuse
Overload Protection
Standby Battery
Capacity/Recharge Time
Standby Battery Charge
Current
Standby Battery Fuse
Protection
Storage Temperature
Range
Operating Temperature
Range
Operating Humidity
Case Dimensions
Weight
Door/Control Relay
TCP/IP Communications1
230 Vac nominal +10 %/-15 %
50 Hz
T2A 20 mm 230 v HRC
13.6 to 14.0 VDC on mains power
10.5 to 12.3 VDC on battery standby
3 A maximum
50 mVp-p max @ 230 V ±10 %
600 mVp-p max @ 230 V -15%
5%
F3.15 A 20 mm
Electronic shutdown until overload/short
circuit removed
1 x 7 Ah Sealed Lead Acid/13 hours (to
80% capacity)
0.5 A
F3.15 A 20 mm
-20 °C to +80 °C
-5 °C to + 45 °C
<95 %RH, non-condensing
380 x 320 x 140 mm
7.25 kg (unpacked)
Changeover volt-free contact 30 V, 2 A
rating
Ethernet 10Base-T or 100Base-Tx (AutoSwitching), RJ45, with indication LEDs for
10Base-T connection,
T-Base-TX connection, link and activity
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1.4
Cable specifications
Always use suitable cable. Access control systems differ from intruder alarm
systems in that reader and communications cables carry high-speed data
signals that can become distorted or corrupted if inadequate cable is used.
The following tables show the recommended cable types that should be
used when making connections to our EXcel 4 access control systems.
Part №
Magnetic
Stripe
Reader
EXprox /
EXprox2
Optica
Digital IR
MIFARE /
EXsmart2
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Cable Type
Cores
Maximum
Distance
Belden 9730
6
60m
Belden 9503
6
25m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC H8124
6
20m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
Up to 30m
Belden 9730
6
150m
Belden 9503
6
150m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC H8124
6
150m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
150m
Belden 9730
6
150m
Belden 9503
6
150m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC H8124
6
150m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
150m
Belden 9730
6
150m
Belden 9503
6
150m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC H8124
6
150m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
150m
Belden 9730
6
150m
Belden 9503
6
150m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC H8124
6
150m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
150m
5002-0360
5002-0354
5002-0355
5002-0390
5002-0391
5002-1781
5002-1791
5002-0433
5002-0434
5002-0435
5002-0436
5002-0440
5002-0441
5002-0442
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Cable Type
Cores
Maximum
Distance
Belden 9730
6
150m
Belden 9503
6
150m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC
H8124
6
150m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
150m
Belden 9730
6
150 m
Belden 9503
6
60 m
OS6C24/Alpha 5096/BICC
H8124
6
60 m
Screened Alarm Cable
8
Up to 30m
Belden 9729
4
140m
FBOS2P24
4
100m
OS2P22/Alpha 5902/Belden
9502
4
60m
OS4C24/Alpha 5094/BICC
H8123
4
40m
7/0.2 mm 3– core screened
cable
3
15m
Belden 9729
4
FBOS2P24
4
OS2P22/Alpha 5902/Belden
9502
4
OS4C24/Alpha 5094/BICC
H8123
4
Screened Alarm Cable
8
CAT V (screened)
Min. 2
Inputs
7/0.2mm (screened)
2
300m
Relays
7/0.2mm or 16/0.2mm
(screened)
2
Dependent
on load and
cable choice
Part №
DIGIgarde /
DIGIgarde
Smart /
PALMgarde
5002-0450
5002-0451
5002-0460
5002-0133
Indala Proximity 5002-0137
Reader
5002-0217
5002-0218
5002-0286
Dataline Keypad 5002-0315
5002-0316
RS-232
Communications
RS-485*
Communications
* Dependent on the converter and cable type used.
When using an EX9520R converter or USB to serial converter configured to
2-wire mode, a maximum cable length of 500m is possible. Use of an MA45
converter or USB to serial converter configured for 4-wire mode will allow
distances of up to a maximum of 1200 m to be achieved.
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2. Installation
2.1
Mains Installation
This product must be fed from a mains power source having a separate
(approved) disconnect device and fitted with a fuse or other over-current
protection device rated at 2 A maximum. Ensure that the disconnect device
used has appropriate earth fault protection to the applicable standard.
Fix the PSU to the wall or other support structure in the correct
orientation i.e. with the transformer and space for the standby battery at
the bottom of the unit using the screws supplied. Allow clearance to for
the lid of the product to be fitted and removed.
Note: The product is to be installed in an area with free air
movement and with a minimum of 100 mm clearance between the
sides and lid of the power supply case and any adjacent surface
(wall, ceiling or other partition).
This equipment MUST be earthed.
Knock-outs are provided in the case for mating with external trunking or
conduit.
The mains input cable must be to the applicable standard with a 3 Amp
or greater current capacity, i.e. 0.5 mm2 nominal conductor area, having
an operating voltage of 300/500 Vac.
The mains cable should be routed to use different entry/exit holes (4) in
the case to those used for other connected equipment (e.g. readers,
locks, network cables, inputs, outputs etc.)
Grommets should be used to protect cable sheaths from chaffing. These
should meet a minimum flammability specification of UL94 HB and
should be correctly sized i.e. close fitting with respect to the cable sizing.
The mains input cable should be securely fastened to the case saddle
(1) in position using a cable tie.
2.1.1
Power Supply
Power supply unit providing a regulated 13.8 VDC output supplying
continuous full rated current to the access control unit and locks and an
additional 0.5 A for trickle charging a standby battery. The load output
features full electronic short circuit protection under mains operation. LED’s
are provided to indicate mains present and fault conditions.
A single 12 v lead acid battery is required – Yuasa, 12v, 7Ah type, or similar.
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2.2
Installation do’s and don’ts
It is vital to observe anti–static precautions when working inside the
ACU cabinet.
Suppressors MUST be fitted across all inductive loads as close as
possible to the device itself. These devices include (but not limited to)
motors, locks, auxiliary relays and sounders. Suitable suppressors are
included in the installation kit supplied with this controller.
Solder and tape all connections. DO NOT use crimps or B–connectors
or wire nuts or punch–down blocks.
Each ACU must be grounded to a good mains ground. This can be
achieved via the ground wire (cable shield) from the power supply or by
a separate wire to mains ground.
All cable runs must be in shielded cable. The shield of each cable must
be grounded at one end, and at one end only. This will usually be at the
ACU chassis plate. However, if the peripheral equipment (lock
releases, card reader’s etc.) is grounded then the shield of the cable
must be grounded at the peripheral end and not at the ACU end.
Cable runs must be at least 2 meters long. This allows induced static to
dissipate before it reaches the electronics.
The braid of the cables (or the drain wire or ground wire) must be
terminated to the earthing clamps which are mounted to the chassis
plate (unless the peripheral is connected to ground - see below). The
"pig tails" of the screened cable should be kept as short as possible to
reduce the radiating length.
The lengths of un-shielded wire should be kept to an absolute
minimum. This will reduce the chances of noise pick up. They must not
be allowed to protrude into the area of the electronics.
Where metal-cased peripheral equipment (lock release, card reader
etc.) is to be mounted on a metal surface (e.g. a metal doorframe)
ensure that the metal surface is grounded and that the cable ground
wire is connected at the peripheral end and in this instance the cable
ground wire must not be connected at the ACU end, because the metal
surface where the peripheral equipment is connected should be
providing a good ground.
Where peripheral equipment (lock releases, card reader’s etc.) is to be
mounted on a non-metal surface, the peripheral must not be grounded
independently and the ground wire must not be taken to a local ground
but connect back at the ACU chassis which should be connect to a
good ground (earthed). If the peripheral is metal-cased then the ground
wire can be connected to the metal case, but this still needs grounding
via the wire screen back at the ACU chassis.
When using RS485 communications, attention must be paid to the
special earthing requirements detailed in the section titled
"Communications".
In addition to these general principles, it is vital to follow the specific
requirements for installing peripheral equipment (readers, lock releases
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etc.). These requirements are explained in the relevant places of this
manual.
Please note that in all recommendations for wire, minimum gauge
requirements are listed. It is the responsibility of the installing company
to follow all local and national electrical codes as they apply.
Never install any access control system until approval has been
obtained from local fire authority. In particular note that the use of an
exit (egress) button may not be legal. Single–action exit may be
required.
The use of shielded cable, and adherence to correct grounding
procedures, is necessary for every connection to the controller.
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2.3
Terminating screened cable at
the ACU
It may or may not be necessary to terminate cable screens at the ACU end.
The following diagrams show when it is necessary, and how to do it to
maximise the effectiveness of the screening.
2.3.1
When to terminate
The following two diagrams show correct methods of grounding cable
shields, where the peripheral equipment may or may not be connected to
ground already.
Peripheral mounted on NON-METAL surface
Peripheral mounted on METAL surface
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2.3.2
How to terminate
The following pictures show how the cable screen should be terminated to
the ACU chassis. This also holds the cable firmly in place while terminating
the cable cores. If you are not terminating the cable screen to the chassis,
use a cable tie through the holes in the chassis to hold the cable in place.
Figure 1 - Incorrect Screening Method (Tails Left
Long)
Figure 2 - Correct Screening Method (Tails Kept
Short)
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2.4
Readers
The screen braid of the cables must be terminated to the earthing clamps
on the side of the chassis plate unless the reader is connected to ground.
Any portion of the unscreened cable should be kept as short as possible
and not be allowed to protrude into the area of the electronics.
The following section covers the most popular readers currently supplied by
TDSi. For any other reader, please refer to the documentation that came
with the reader.
EXprox Proximity readers (5002-0354 and 5002-0355)
Digital IR reader (5002-1781)
(The analogue IR reader 5002-0035 cannot be used with the EXcel 4)
EXprox2 and EXprox2K Proximity readers (5002-0395 and 5002-0396)
Mifare EXsmart readers (5002-0440 and 5002-0441, mullion styles)
Mifare EXsmart2 readers (5002-0435, 5002-0433, 5002-0436, 5002-0434)
Colour
Terminal Pin connection
EXcel 4
terminal pins
Reader connection
EXprox Proximity readers
(5002-0354 and 5002-0355)
Mifare EXsmart (5002-0440
and 5002-0441)
Digital IR reader (5002-1781)
EXprox2 and EXprox 2K proximity
reader (5002-0395 and 5002-0396)
EXsmart2 Mifare and EXsmart2K
Mifare(5002-0435,5002-0433,50020436, 5002-0434)
These readers have additional switch
connections put SW1 and SW2 to OFF
14
15
16
18
17
Reader 1 MAG-DATA
Reader 1 MAG-CLK
Reader 1 LED
Reader 1 0V
Reader 1 +12V
Yellow
White
Blue
Black
Red
3 (Mag Data)
4 (Mag Clock)
7 (Red LED)
2 (0V)
1 (9 to 16V DC 75mA Max)
28
25
26
27
29
Reader 2 +12V
Reader 2 MAG-DATA
Reader 2 MAG-CLK
Reader 2 LED
Reader 2 0V
Red
Yellow
White
Blue
Black
1 (9 to 16V DC 75mA Max)
3 (Mag Data)
4 (Mag Clock)
7 (Red LED)
2 (0V)
28
30
31
32
29
Reader 3 +12V
Reader 3 MAG-DATA
Reader 3 MAG-CLK
Reader 3 LED
Reader 3 0V
Red
Yellow
White
Blue
Black
1 (9 to 16V DC 75mA Max)
3 (Mag Data)
4 (Mag Clock)
7 (Red LED)
2 (0V)
44
41
42
43
45
Reader 4 +12V
Reader 4 MAG-DATA
Reader 4 MAG-CLK
Reader 4 LED
Reader 4 0V
Red
Yellow
White
Blue
Black
1 (9 to 16V DC 75mA Max)
3 (Mag Data)
4 (Mag Clock)
7 (Red LED)
2 (0V)
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Optica Proximity Reader with Keypad (5002-0390 and 5002-0391)
EXcel
terminal
14
15
16
18
17
Reader connection
Terminal Pin connection
Reader 1 MAG-DATA
Reader 1 MAG-CLK
Reader 1 LED
Reader 1 0V
Reader 1 12V
4 (Mag Data)
3 (Mag Clock)
5 (Red LED)
1 (0V)
2 (10 - 14V)
28
25
26
27
29
Reader 2 12V
Reader 2 MAG-DATA
Reader 2 MAG-CLK
Reader 2 LED
Reader 2 0V
2 (10 - 14V)
4 (Mag Data)
3 (Mag Clock)
5 (Red LED)
1 (0V)
28
30
31
32
29
Reader 3 12V
Reader 3 MAG-DATA
Reader 3 MAG-CLK
Reader 3 LED
Reader 3 0V
2 (10 - 14V)
4 (Mag Data)
3 (Mag Clock)
5 (Red LED)
1 (0V)
44
41
42
43
45
Reader 4 12V
Reader 4 MAG-DATA
Reader 4 MAG-CLK
Reader 4 LED
Reader 4 0V
2 (10 - 14V)
4 (Mag Data)
3 (Mag Clock)
5 (Red LED)
1 (0V)
Reader LED control in EX series bicolour
The Reader LED default is set to bi-colour. (This can be reprogrammed to
Red Only.)
The LED line is held at approximately 5V, and in normal mode will pulse to 0
Volts every 2 seconds (red LED). Upon access granted this will activate to
12 Volts for 5seconds (Green). ~
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2.5
Power supply for locks
The built-in power supply has four outputs each with a 1A quick blow fuse.
Overall supply is 3 A across these 4 terminals. 1 A is required for the ACU
which leaves 2 A for locks.
These connections can be found on the small PCB (Output Distribution
Board) top left of the Unit.
Controller
Terminal
1+
12+
23+
34+
4-
Equipment Connection
Connected to +12 V IN, Terminal 10 on
ACU PCB
Connected to 0 V, Terminal 11 on ACU
PCB
Door lock Supply (up to 1 A max.)
Door lock 0 V
Door lock Supply (up to 1 A max.)
Door lock 0 V
Door lock Supply (up to 1 A max.)
Door lock 0 V
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Maximum 3
Amps
available
across all 4
pairs of
Terminals (1 A
required for
ACU)
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2.6
Locks
If the lock(s) are to be powered from the built-in power supply - this is
subject to a maximum peak current of 2A lock (Relays are rated at 2A 30 V)
Note: the built in PSU supplies 3A maximum, 1A generally is required for
the ACU and readers etc., which leaves 2A for Locks overall.
For more than 2A required for locks, then a separate power supply is
required, modify the wiring accordingly.
It is advisable to provide a rating of at least 50% more than the current
rating of the Lock. For example a 600mA lock should be allocated at least
900mA overall – thus 2 of these rated locks could have power supplied by
the built in PSU.
2.7
Suppression of Electrical Noise
and Spikes
IMPORTANT: A suppressor MUST be fitted at the lock.
DC lock strikes must be fitted with suppression components i.e. diode plus
capacitor or MOV device (Metal Oxide Varistor). AC lock strikes must be
fitted with a suitable specialised suppressor, the TDSi suppressor provided
is specialized and supports both AC and DC locks - part number 4262-0095.
TDSI provide 2 suppressors each with the EXpert 2, EXpert2 Slave
EXpander and 4 with an Expert 4:
Photo of Suppressor. This suppressor’s wires can be fitted any way round.
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2.8
Failail-locked
This kind of lock requires power to unlock:
EXcel terminal
20
21
34
35
47
48
53
54
2.8.1
Lock connection
Door 1 Lock relay Common pole
Door 1 Lock relay n/o
Door 2 Lock relay Common pole
Door 2 Lock relay n/o
Door 3 Lock relay Common pole
Door 3 Lock relay n/o
Door 4 Lock relay Common pole
Door 4 Lock relay n/o
FailFail-locked Drawing (Less than 2A
2A lock)
Lock Release
ACU Connections
for a fail-locked
Lock Release
Door
1
Door
2
Suppressor
Door
3
Door
4
N/O
21
35
48
54
Com
20
34
47
53
Shield or Ground wire
must NOT be connected to
ACU chassis if lock
release is mounted on a
grounded metal surface
To Separate appropriate
Power Supply
Shield or Ground wire
should be connected to
lock release casing if
possible
Connecting a fail locked (i.e. powered -open)
2.8.2
FailFail-open
This kind of lock is locked when power is applied:
EXcel terminal
19
20
33
34
46
47
52
53
Lock connection
Door 1 Lock relay n/c
Door 1 Lock relay Common pole
Door 2 Lock relay n/c
Door 2 Lock relay Common pole
Door 3 Lock relay n/c
Door 3 Lock relay Common pole
Door 4 Lock relay n/c
Door 4 Lock relay Common pole
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2.8.3
FailFail-open drawing (Less than 2A lock)
Lock Release
ACU Connections
for a fail Open Lock
Release
Door
1
Door
2
Suppressor
Door
3
Door
4
Com
20
34
47
53
N/C
19
33
46
52
Shield or Ground wire
must NOT be connected to
ACU chassis if lock
release is mounted on a
grounded metal surface
To Separate appropriate
Power Supply
Shield or Ground wire
should be connected to
lock release casing if
possible
Connecting a fail open (i.e. power locked)
2.8.4
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2.9
Door sensors
Most door sensors have contacts that are closed when the door is closed. If
fitting one where the opposite is true, make the appropriate selection in
EXgarde.
If no door sensor is to be fitted then the factory fitted link should be left in
place otherwise the on-board buzzer will start to sound shortly after
powering up EXcel 4 (typically 15 seconds after as this is the onboard local
alarm for door ajar feature
EXcel terminal
22
23
36
37
49
50
55
56
Function
Door 1 Door sense input
Door 1 Door sense 0V
Door 2 Door sense
Door 2 Door sense 0V
Door 3 Door sense input
Door 3 Door sense 0V
Door 4 Door sense
Door 4 Door sense 0V
2.10 Egress buttons (push to exit)
Use a voltage free contact, simply by shorting the connection between
“Egress 0V” and “Egress input” will activate the relay and its associated
door.
EXcel terminal
23
24
37
38
50
51
56
57
Function
Door 1 Egress 0V
Door 1 Egress input
Door 2 Egress 0V
Door 2 Egress input
Door 3 Egress 0V
Door 3 Egress input
Door 4 Egress 0V
Door 4 Egress input
2.11 Inputs
EXcel
terminal
36
37
38
49
50
51
55
56
57
Function
Input 3
0V (for Inputs 3 & 4)
Input 4
Input 5
0V (For inputs 5 & 6)
Input 6
Input 7
0V (For inputs 7 & 8)
Input 8
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Only available in the
following configurations
1 Door
1 or 2 Door
1, 2 or 3 Door
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2.12 Supervision options
Excel 4 can detect and report tampering with an input, if one of the two
configurations below is used. The two options are referred to as US and UK
because of the countries in which each type is most prevalent. The
resistor(s) should be installed as close to the switch as possible to provide
maximum protection.
1-resistor supervision (US) for short-circuit
tamper detection
2-resistor supervision (UK) for shortcircuit and open-circuit tamper
detection
2.13 Relays
Note that relays are limited to 30V 2A non-inductive load. Any load that
exceeds this MUST be controlled using a suitable separate relay. If the load
is of an inductive nature (motors, bells, locks, relays etc.) then the load
MUST have a suppressor fitted in the same way as for a lock.
EXcel terminal
33
34
35
46
47
48
52
53
54
Function
Relay 2 n/c
Relay 2 Common pole
Relay 2 n/o
Relay 3 n/c
Relay 3 Common pole
Relay 3 n/o
Relay 4 n/c
Relay 4 Common pole
Relay 4 n/o
Only available in the following
configurations
1 Door
1 or 2 Door
1, 2 or 3 Door
2.14 Memory Battery
Connect the memory battery link using the jumper J4 on the EXcel.
Location can be found clearly on the ACU Overlay Connector Label.
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2.15 Dip Switches
Located at the top of the board these are: dip switch 1: ON for I/P
communications. OFF for Rs232 or Rs485 communications dip switch 2-5:
all ON for full RS485 termination. If termination of RS485 is not supplied by
the Converter then use dip switches on ONE EXpert only in the RS485
daisy chain to provide termination. Termination can be put on the first ACU
in the RS485 line.
2.16 Communications
When using RS-485 ensure that the screen of the cable serving the
communications is connected at the point at which it enters the controller
only. Insulate the screen of the cable that leaves the controller and connect
the screen of that cable at the next controller. (A simple rule of screen in
and not out is recommended). Repeat this until all connections are made. It
is important to screen the cable at one end only.
There are several possible methods for connecting one or more ACU’s to a
computer running TDSi EXgarde software:
2.16.1
Single ACU over RS232 to a PC
One ACU to a PC to a maximum of 15 meters RS232 cable.
PC Function
Receive
Transmit
Ground
PC 9-way D type
connector
2
3
5
PC 25-way D type
EXcel terminal
connector
3
2
7
7
6
5
9 Way D type “male” connector with pins 2, 3 and 5 circled.
When connecting one or more units with the following converters
please refer to documentation for that unit:
Lantronix UDS-10 or UDS-100 serial-Ethernet converter
Documentation (6650-0236) supplied with the Lantronix converter.
MA-45 RS232-RS485 converter
Documentation (6650-0231) supplied with the MA-45 converter.
EX9520 RS232-RS485 (2 wire) converter
Documentation (6650-0241) supplied with the EX9520 converter.
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2.16.2
Protocol Converter USB to RS232/RS485
Converter
For the full installation instructions, refer to the Documentation (UM0063)
supplied with the USB Protocol converter.
Using the USB Converter for 4 wire RS485:
Install the USB Converter Driver using the CD supplied with the product.
Open up the case removing the 2 small cross screws both side of the
converter and set the internal jumpers for the correct termination settings,
as follows:
Jumper
LINK
J 1 -2
ON
J 3-4
ON
J 5-6
ON
J 7-8
ON
J 9-10
ON
J 11-12
ON
J 13-14
OFF
Refit the cover when finished.
Set the rear external row of 4 dip switches to
RS485
Full Duplex 4
wire
SW1
ON
SW2
OFF
SW3
ON
SW4
ON
Connect to the EX series ACU’s as follows:
USB
Converter
terminal block
1
2
3
4
5
6
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Rs485 4 WIRE
Ex Series ACU
Connector
4
3
1
2
No Connection
No Connection
Continuation of daisy
chain to other EX
series controllers
4
3
1
2
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RS485 4 wire communications to EX + S Series ACU variants
Any of the ACU types shown can be mix and match and located in any
position along this RS485 line
USB Protocol
Converter with 6 pin
terminal block
3
4
2
1
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
The EX Series have the communication terminal connector on the top of the ACU board but for
this drawing they are sited on the side for ease of viewing
EXcel 4
EXcel 2
60
59
56
57
System 2/4
Expert 2
Max distance for your RS485 connection is 1200 Metres
USB Cable
Communications
PC
Database Server PC
Ethernet
This shows a 2 PC
system but
Communications can
run from either PC or
all on a single PC
dependant on
Chosen System
TCP/IP
2.17 Ethernet Communications
If you are connecting the EXcel 4 to an existing network, contact the
network administrator to be allocated a suitable IP address.
Before connecting the Ethernet port to anything, re-position the 5 dipswitches accordingly. Switch 1 should be ON (up) for IP connection.
Switches 2, 3, 4 & 5 provide RS485 end-of-line termination. Termination is
required when connecting multiple ACU’s via RS485 from the IP-connected
ACU. Only one set of termination switches should be on for the whole
RS485 communications line.
Connect the EXcel 4 to the network or computer, using a lead with a ferrite
sleeve installed (see picture below). If there is more than one EXcel 4, they
can all be connected at this stage – but make a note of the UID number of
each unit and its location to help you identify each unit during setup. If
required, to confirm that the network is connected correctly, you can
observe the light inside the Ethernet port: a steady light means a connection
exists but there is no data on the line; a flashing light indicates data on the
line (but not necessarily directed at, or coming from, the port).
Important
If you are connecting the
EXcel 4 to a network, the
Ethernet patch lead must
have a ferrite sleeve
installed at the end that is
plugged into the EXcel 4.
The ferrite sleeve is
supplied with the EXcel 4
and must be installed as
close as possible to the end
of the lead:
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2.18 Built In TCP/IP Xport as
Converter
Located under the “Ethernet Connection” as written on the overlay
connections label
(NB make note of the MAC address written on the device e.g. 00-20-4A-CCF9-AF as this will be useful when configuring the IP Address)
Having connected the I/P Ethernet to the TCP/IP Xport device on the EXcel
4
You can connect additional EX series controllers with 4 wire RS485
communications (2 wire RS485 is not supported in this instance) using the
following table:
Connections from the
I/P connected EXcel 4
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EX series ACU
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
ACU chassis
ACU chassis
Function
RS485A TX
RS485B TX
RS485A RX
RS485B RX
Protective
screen
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Below is an example of multiple ACU’s of differing TDSi types on an
Ethernet and then converted to RS485 4 wire protocol.
2.19 PC Communications setset -up
Make a note of the 12-digit UID of each EXcel 4 unit in the system (this is
visible through a window in the connection label). Once EXgarde is started
on the PC, this information is needed at the time of adding the ACU details
into the database. For units connected via Ethernet, the IP address will also
be required. Once the required information has been entered, you can start
(or re-start) EXgarde Communications and the computer will start
communicating with the ACU’s.
Whether you are using serial (RS232 or RS485) or Ethernet (TCP/IP)
communications, the quickest way of commissioning the installation is to run
the xsearch application which is one of the tools available in the EXgarde
Toolkit.
This will:
search for installed controllers and report on the status of ones that have
been discovered
view the Xport MAC address and allow you to set an IP address for IPconnected controllers
If you install EXgarde Software this EXgarde toolkit will be installed in the
default location of C:/Program Files/TDSi/Extras/EXgarde Toolkit and in this
folder is the xsearch folder.
Alternatively this EXgarde Toolkit folder can be found on either the EX
series Documentation CD (provided with every EX series Controller) or on
the EXgarde Pro CD; located under Extras/Software/EXgarde Toolkit.
The xsearch folder contains an xsearch.exe file which can be placed onto
your desktop of the PC that is running the communications for the
controllers (ACU’s).
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Viewing a unit on Rs485 or Rs232 with xsearch
The purpose of this tool is to prove that the unit is ON LINE.
Copy and paste the xsearch.exe utility tool onto the communications PC.
Start up xsearch. (Ensure no other software communications applications
are running), this looks for all Communication Ports including IP
communication ports. This searches and presents on a blue screen a list of
all COM Ports.
Press the ESC key and then use the arrows up and down to highlight the
COM port required. For example COM 1, and then press “Enter” Key to
select, which will default to scanning all on the COM Port selected.
This then gives information of the Access Control Units on line.
If you have recently placed more than one unit on line then these will default
to all being unit 1, so you can press ESC to go back to the last screen, then
press ESC again to get the choices at the top of the screen again.
These options allow you to select a specific UID range to scan.
“T” changes the options from Unit numbers to UID numbers.
“U” is to select the UID type e.g. EXCEL 4 press 4 and “Enter”.
“B” allow you to select the Base or Starting UID number to search from i.e.
Type the last 9 digits only e.g. 004-003-655. The search will start from this
number.
“N” allow you to select the number to search on from the starting number
selected with “B”.
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Using then these options you can search the COM Port for the controllers to
verify they are ON LINE
For a more detailed description on how to use xsearch, refer to the EXgarde
Toolkit manual UM0062. Located on your EX series Documentation CD or
installed with EXgarde Software on your PC, location C:/Program
Files/TDSi/Documentation/.
How to assign an I/P address
Copy and paste the xsearch.exe utility tool onto the communications PC
Start up xsearch (ensure no other software communications applications are
running), this looks for all Communication Ports including IP communication
ports. This searches and presents on a blue screen a list of all IP devices
that have been found. If the TCP/IP module has been found you will
typically get:
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Verify this is correct TCP/IP module by checking the MAC address number
e.g. “00:20:4a:ca:d5:60” is the same as the one written on the XPort TCP/IP
module itself.
You may well get the statement “Adapter needs a valid IP address”, so to
correct the I/P address, use the up and down arrows on the PC keyboard to
highlight the Xport TCP/IP unit in yellow and then press the ENTER key to
select.
Now press the letter “I” and then type in the new IP address - which is valid
for the network you are using - press “Enter” again to accept.
The Xsearch List on the screen will now show your Xport unit with the MAC
address, the correct given I/P address and the UID number of the
MICROGarde unit.
Troubleshooting TC/IP
The XPort TCP/IP from new is not assigned any I/P address, to begin with it
is default 0.0.0.0. Usually when connecting to the PC via a crossover cable
or a network the number of the I/P address seen will be something like
169.254.*.* this is a temporary address and is awaiting a valid I/P address to
be assigned.
When first searching for the XPort TCP/IP module you may not see the
device if the device is out of the I/P range of the PC.
If you have difficulty in seeing the IP address of the module in Xsearch,
check that the PC has a range that can detect the temporary IP address of
the module.
Try a laptop or PC using just a crossover cable, and assign the IP address
of the PC to be close to 169.254.0.0 with a subnet of 255.0.0.0 and no
gateway.
Once you have changed the I/P address for the customers network you may
not see the unit on your laptop if it has been changed to a number out of the
range of the laptops I/P address.
Other ways to assign I/P and help with communications
If you continue to have problems then other software tools such as
Lantronix Device Installer and Telnet are other methods which may help
you.
For further help refer to other TDSi I/P documentations such as “How to
Correctly Set UP IP Connections of TDSI Product located on your EX series
Documentation CD or installed with EXgarde Software on your PC, location
C:/Program Files/TDSi/Documentation/.
For documentation on How to use the EXgarde Toolkit.
Refer to the EXgarde Toolkit manual UM0062 located on your EX
series Documentation CD or installed with EXgarde Software on your PC,
location C:/Program Files/TDSi/Documentation/.
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3. Testing the installation
The installation can be tested without using the computer by doing the
following:
1. Apply power to the EXcel 4 the LED on the reader(s) should start
flashing at about two flashes per second.
2. put unit into installer mode
Test the unit without any software using installer mode:
The installer mode allows you to test the cards which will work with the
readers; verify the doors are opening by the card. (Any card of the correct
reader technology will activate all doors relays)
Also you can test the egress buttons open the doors but this would happen
outside of installer mode anyway.
On first power up out the box the Unit will be ready to be placed into installer
mode.
To place the ACU ready for installer mode can be done by performing a
Reset.
3.1
Installer mode
1. Press the tamper switch down for 5 seconds
2. Release the tamper switch for 5 seconds
3. Press the tamper switch down again for 5 seconds
4. Release the tamper switch again for 5 seconds
5. Press the tamper switch down again for 5 seconds
6. Release the tamper switch again for 5 seconds – The ACU will bleep
once when in Installer Mode.
7.
The LED on the reader(s) will start flashing at about two flashes per
second.
(If a door sensor is fitted to Door 1, the on-board buzzer may sound
after 15 seconds. If this happens it is because the ACU thinks the door
is open, and is signaling that the door has been left open too long. If
the door is in fact closed, this can be corrected once EXgarde software
is talking to EXpert. Temporarily, silence the buzzer by opening the
door or replacing the factory-fitted link across the door sensor inputs of
door 1).
8. Present a correct technology card to one of the readers. The flashing
rate should change to one flash every two seconds.
9. Present the card again – relays 1 and 2 should be energised for 5
seconds. (At this stage, the EXpert has not been told whether it is a
one-door or two-door installation). Note that until the first card is
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programmed using EXgarde, ANY card of the correct technology will
trigger both relays.
10. Pressing an egress button if fitted, and the associated lock should
operate for as long as the button is pressed, and remain operated for 5
seconds after the button is released.
You can test all the readers, reader ports, relays and locks (if fitted) are
working.
To come out of installer mode, just validate your first card using the software
or EXkeypad or perform a RESET
3.2
Reset (simply link jumper 1 and
remove)
remove)
With ACU power on, link the reset jumper J1 together (short with jumper
provided) for a few seconds. Then remove and park (place jumper on 1 pin
only). Reset complete, this will lose all cards from memory and put back
factory defaults except for any Readers configured into special formats will
not be changed.
3.3
Firmware
EX series ACU’s have Flash Upgradeable EEPROMS called FPROMs
(Field Programmable Read Only Memory)
EX series version 3 firmware is required for the Version 3 hardware EX
series controllers. Version 3 firmware is not compatible with Version 2
Hardware and vice versa.
For version 3 hardware boards such as the latest EX series controllers you
need version 3 firmware. I.e. file names such as EX2_305.S2.
The new Version 3 Expanders (Unlike version 2) are now Flash
Upgradeable.
All Hardware Version 2 and Version 3, Experts and Expanders are
interchangeable and compatible.
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3.4
How to upgrade EX series ACU
with new Firmware
To upload Firmware you need the new Xinstaller.exe version (v3.xx) which
can be used for uploading firmware’s version 2 and version 3.
Basic Principle of operation
Using a simple software application called Xinstall.exe you will execute this
which will view the associated Xinstall.ini file, telling it how to connect to the
ACU, and automatically send down the Firmware Data to the ACU.
Therefore you need 3 files.
1.
2.
3.
Xinstall.exe
Xinstall.ini
The Firmware File “xxxx.abs”
Place all three files in the same location or folder.
It may be the ACU is not ready to receive New Firmware. To place the unit
into ready mode you can perform a procedure that resets and manually
erases the firmware loaded into the EX-series.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Power down the EX-series
Place Jumper on Reset J1
Power Up (this will be confirmed by beeping)
Press and continue to hold the tamper switch on.
Remove jumper & replace again within 15 seconds.
Release tamper switch
Power down
Remove jumper.
Power back up.
The unit is now ready to have new firmware loaded. This can be confirmed
using the EXkeypad on an EXpert2 which displays “LOADER Vx-xx” or one
of the EXgarde toolkit utilities on an EXcel which will display either “Loader”
or the short form “ldr”.
Detailed Principle of Operation
There are two ways to the firmware of an ACU.
A.
Download the installer from the WEB (www.tdsi.co.uk) or call tech
support (+44 (0) 1202 724998 for the .zip firmware installation file.
Or the tools that you can use are in the EXgarde installation CD or EX
series Documentation CD under:
B.
D:\Extras\Software\EXgarde Toolkit\xinstall or D:\Extras\EXgarde
Toolkit\xinstall
Note: This path is assuming that D is your CD drive.
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3.4.1
First procedure
1. Go to www.tdsi.co.uk to download the installer file or call customer
support for the .zip firmware installation file.
2. Unzip the file and double click on the eX2MF206.exe for EXpert and
EXcel2 or on the eX4MF106.exe for EXcel 4 This is going to install the
X Installer (Default installation: C:\Program Files\X Installer)
3. Go into C:\Program Files\X Installer and be sure that the
eX2MF206.abs is in there. If it is not copy it from the unzip file and
paste it into the default installation folder (C:\Program Files\X Installer).
4. Double click on the XINSTALL.INI
Go to the [XINSTALL] and modify the name of the .abs
Code_File_Name= eX2MF206.abs (For EXpert and EXcel2)
Code_File_Name= eX4MF106.abs (For EXcel 4)
Go to the COMMS PORT SETTINGS change the port number and the
Comm_Rate to the one you are using
Comm_Port=The one you are using
Comm_Rate=The one you are using
If you are using IP (See also the note at the end of the document)
Go to the COMMS PORT SETTINGS change the port number to 0
Comm_Port=0
Go to the IP SETTINGS set the IP address and the IP port to 10001
IP_address=X.X.X.X
IP_Port=10001
SAVE THE FILE and close it.
5. Go to Start\Programs or (All Programs)\X Installer and run the
application.
6. That is going to do the process automatically for you.
3.4.2
Second procedure
1. Go to the path indicated in B and copy the folder named xinstall in
your desktop.
2. Go to your desktop, double click on the xinstall folder and then double
click on the xinstall.ini
Go to the [XINSTALL] and modify the name of the .abs
Code_File_Name= eX2MF206.abs (For EXpert and EXcel2)
Code_File_Name= eX4MF106.abs (For EXcel 4)
Go to the COMMS PORT SETTINGS change the port number and the
Comm_Rate to the one you are using
Comm_Port=The one you are using
Comm_Rate=The one you are using
If you are using IP (See also the note at the end of the section)
Go to the COMMS PORT SETTINGS change the port number to 0
Comm_Port=0
Go to the IP SETTINGS set the IP address and the IP port to 10001
IP_Address=X.X.X.X
IP_Port=10001
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SAVE THE FILE and close it
Go back to your desktop\xinstall and double click on the xinstall.exe
3. This will bring a pop up window like the following
4. Indicate the number of the unit, press Enter and it would start loading the
firmware and you just need to wait until it finishes and ask you if you want to
do another unit.
Note: If you are using IP it is recommended to be connected from your
computer to the ACU with a crossover cable. Although the procedure can be
done over a network, extreme caution on downloading the file to the correct
ACU and guaranteeing a continuous seamless network connection is
necessary.
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4. TroubleTrouble-shooting
4.1
FaultFault-finding communications
problems
EXgarde will indicate if it has failed to communicate with any ACU, and the
red and green LEDS on the EXcel 4 boards can be used to assist with
troubleshooting. Note that this type of problem is more easily resolved by
disconnecting the RS485 connections from ALL EXcel 4 units and trying to
bring them on-line one at a time – a faulty connection at one unit could
prevent communication with all units.
Red LED flashing
rapidly, green LED
flashes every 1-5
seconds
Normal behavior by EXcel 4 – if EXgarde software
reports ACU as “off line” then data transmitted by
EXcel is either not reaching the PC or the EXcel 4 A
and B TX (transmit) data lines are reversed.
No LEDs flashing
Data transmitted by PC is not reaching EXcel 4
Only RED LED
flashing
Data transmitted by PC is reaching EXcel 4 but either
EXcel 4 serial number has not been entered correctly
or the EXcel 4 A and B Rx (receive) data lines are
reversed
A diagnostic tool – eXmonitor.exe – is available for Rs232/RS485. This will
display a list of all units that are capable of communicating correctly and
provides a quicker, simpler way of troubleshooting. The tool is installed
automatically in the EXgarde program directory, but with no shortcut – run it
directly from the folder.
4.1.1
Controller Identification
The easiest way to identify your EX series controller is on the 1st digit of the
UID number written on the UID square processor on the main PCB.
The UID takes the form of 1-000-100-123 where the first digit identifies the
EX series ACU type: 1 = EXpert, 2 = Expander, 3= EXcel 2, 4 = EXcel 4, 5 =
MICROGarde 2, 6 = MICROGarde 1.
On the Main White Cabinet (Case) of the ACU is a label at the top stating
the product type, but should an engineer swap the PCB’s or add additional
ones this may be inaccurate.
4.1.2
Controller Losing Memory
The first thing to check is that the Memory battery has been enabled.
If the ACU has been left down powered for a very long period of time
with the Memory battery left enabled then eventually this battery may
need replacing, measure the voltage across the battery for a minimum
of 3V. In “normal” operating conditions this battery will last at least 10
years.
Lack of suppression across peripheral equipment containing a coil,
may induce back EMF (spikes) which could potentially affect the PCB
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and thus erase programming in the RAM. Such effects can cause
permanent damage to the circuit.
4.1.3
Controller is Alarming - buzzing
The Controller is initially provided with a yellow link fitted across the Door
Sense terminals. This provides a short circuit, and if removed should be
replaced by fitting a door sense contact.
Door Lock 1 has a built in Local door alarm (buzzer), which if the contact is
left open for more than 15 seconds will “sound” out. To stop the buzzer
change the door sensor type (close to open); fit a link, or simply close the
door.
4.1.4
Reader Problems
Multiple reader technologies on the same Controller.
On first power up with a reader connected or after a ACU reset, the LED
reader will flash quickly (twice a second), presenting a correct technology
card to the reader will make the reader flash to the normal mode of 1 flash
every 2 seconds- this has detected the reader type and enabled it into the
controller memory. If you have a different reader technology being used on
the other reader channel then this will need programming independently to
get functionality.
Reader LED goes out when a card is presented.
The system default for a reader LED is Bi-Coloured so you may find that the
LED goes out when you present a card. If this occurs change the LED type
to Red Only.
Reader LED’s are not flashing rapidly.
On initial power up, if the readers are not flashing rapidly (about twice every
second) then do a system reset. This is done WITH THE POWER ON by
placing the reset jumper J1 across the pins for about a second or so and
then removing it. The reader LEDs will then start to flash rapidly ready for
card presentation to the reader.
Readers with Separate Power Supplies
With Any readers that uses a separate power supply then ensure the Readers
Ground 0V is connected to the ACU Ground 0V thus they are at the same Ground.
4.1.5
Reader not working
1.
2.
Present a card to the reader, does the reader respond or bleep?
a. If not then the Card is not the same technology as the reader type
OR the card is faulty.
b. If yes, then the card is being recognised by the reader.
Has the reader been wired according to the instructions supplied with
the reader? This is important because colour codes may change from
time to time and also reader outputs can be switched by connecting in
different ways (i.e. Wiegand, Magnetic, RS232 etc.).
The EX-Series will detect many types of reader but if a 3rd party reader
is being used you may need pull up resistors (normally 1kΩ to the 5V
output). If the reader has a Wiegand output then the reader type may
need to be set manually either via XKDX (in EXgarde toolkit) or in the
software.
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3.
Present a card to the reader, are you getting any event at all in the
EXgarde software event trail, or on XKDX software screen?
a. If not then check wiring for clock and data or W0 and W1. No
signal is getting to the ACU.
b. If yes then what is the message? If using the XKDX (software)
screen Refer to the list below. If you are using the EXgarde
software then this should tell a message helping you identify why it
is not working.
Reader Error: Other messages to look for are “Reader error” this
refers to the wrong reader type has been set for the reader OR the
signal from the reader is getting “interfered with” along the cable
and the ACU sees it as a garbled message. Check the cable,
screening of the cable, is the reader on metal or poor cable
quality, kinks, breaks, bare wires, external cables/peripherals
inducing noise.
Reader Gone, or Reader Back: This implies the reader was
disconnected, or reconnected, either on the power supply lines, or
on the data signal lines. Check the wiring, reader power supply,
&/or check the connections at the ACU or any additional connector
blocks or cable extension joints along the wiring.
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4.1.6
Interpretation of XKDX Messages
Event messages will appear on the XKDX screen and are in plain text. Use
the up and down arrows on the PC keypad to view the previous events. All
previous events can be viewed in this way (depending on the number of
events memory). Use the left and right buttons on the PC keypad to display
the date and time of the currently displayed event.
For example:
EXcel 10:56
M00123456 A1
The top line is showing the current time (not the time of the last event).
The bottom line shows the last event (note that message types that have
been turned off will not appear). This can be interpreted as follows:
M00123456
A1
Card number 00123456
Card Technology: Microcard (see table for other codes)
Event Access Granted (see table for other codes)
Location Reader 1
Card type can be of type:
K = Pin Only
Access result can be of type:
A = Access granted
M = Microcard (i.e. TDSitechnology card)
B = ID not in memory
W = Wiegand
C = ID not valid for door
P
= Proximity/Hands Free
D = ID expired
A = Magnetic swipe
E
= Out of time zone
C = 26-bit Wiegand
F
= Anti-pass back enforced
I
= Indeterminate1
G = PIN time-out
H = wrong PIN
I
= 4th consecutive wrong PIN
J
= man-trap enforced
K = Relay latched off
N = Control card ON
P
4.1.7
= Control card OFF
For more details on the XKDX refer to the
EXGarde Toolkit Manual.
General Reader faults:
Ultimately the reader or reader channel on the PCB may be faulty but this
can be tested by using another reader, or connect the reader directly to the
PCB with only the cable that comes with the reader, or only using a very
short 2 metre cable to test.
Present or use a different card – it could be a faulty card.
Does the reader work OK on another reader channel port?
Try down powering the ACU down and then up again. Try a reset on the
ACU.
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4.1.8
Intermittently card works
Disconnect the lock and see if the problem still occurs. If this solves the
problem then it may be not the reader at fault but check that the supplied
suppression has been fitted at the lock and also check the lock’s power
rating. If you are using powerful locks, a larger lock power supply and/or
secondary lock relays may be needed. Thus giving an intermittent access
and appears the reader is only sometimes working.
4.1.9
Monitored Locks
Some maglocks are equipped with "Monitored contacts" which give an
output when the maglock is not powered, or is powered when the door is
open. The signal is derived from the magnetic state of the lock and is
supposed to show if a maglock door is closed. The wires carrying this signal
are often within the cable going to the maglock, so it is convenient to
connect it straight to an ACU.
With monitored locks there are three states:
Circuit closed - When the door is locked
Door open - when the door opens normally
Circuit open - When the circuit is broken (This would usually trigger an
alarm)
With normal locks, only two states are reported:
circuit closed
circuit open
TDSi ACUs are designed to respond only to open and closed states from a
lock.
When a monitored contact is connected to the Door Sense contact in a
TDSi ACU, then the door is seen to open as soon as the maglock is
powered down and so the lock power is immediately restored before anyone
has had time to enter. Arguably monitored contacts do not show that a door
has actually been opened - anyone presenting a valid card but then NOT
opening the door would be seen as having entered and this would set any
anti-pass back status.
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TDSi therefore recommends the use of standard open/close door
sensors.
There are two work arounds:
1) Set the ACU to ignore the door sense input ON state for less than 4
seconds.
2) Connect the monitored output to a standard input. This would indicate
when the door was secure, but it would not produce a Door Ajar alarm
if something was preventing the maglock holding the door tightly
closed.
The solution to this is to fit a second, conventional door sensor. Then
use the Alarm Shunt feature to disable the monitored contact, and use
the conventional door sensor to break the link between the alarm shunt
relay and the monitored contact. So when a card is swiped, the lock
relay is energized, power is removed from the maglock and the
magnetic field starts to collapse. In the meantime, the alarm shunt relay
has also been energized, placing a short circuit across the monitored
contact. So the ACU thinks the door is still closed. The door opens,
activating the secondary door sense input (door open = contacts open)
which disconnects the alarm shunt relay from the monitored contact.
The ACU now thinks the door is open. Both the lock strike and alarm
shunt relays de-energize. Power is now applied to the lock, and as the
door closes, the ACU detects this.
4.1.10
Identifying Versions of Hardware.
Hardware.
The version 3 hardware has ONLY 1 SQUARE processor chip for the UID
number. (See below)
The Version 2 hardware has a UID SQUARE processor chip + a WSI
processor SQUARE chip next to it.
4.2
Final configuration
Final configuration involves using EXgarde to program the required features
into EXcel 4.
Please refer to the help system in EXgarde for further guidance.
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5. Connection tables
tables
5.1.1
EXcel 4
terminal
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
5.1.2
Power and communications
Function
Notes
RS485A TX
RS485B TX
RS485A RX
RS485B RX
RS232 COMMS 0V (SG)
RS232 RX
RS232 TX
RS232 RTS
RS232 CTS
12V DC Power Supply IN
0V In Power Supply Ground
The descriptions “A” and “B” are not always
consistent between various manufacturers.
To avoid problems, always follow the pin-topin tables in this manual.
MAMA-45 RS232/RS485
RS232/RS485 converter
MA-45
EXcel 4
1
2
3
4
5
2
1
4
3
No connection
5.1.3
Connecting one Excel 4 to another (the
same pin connections apply for all EX series)
EXcel 4
EXcel 4
3
4
1
2
3
4
1
2
5.1.4
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RS232 to EXcel 4
PC 9-way
PC 25-way
EXcel 4 terminal
Function
2
3
5
3
2
7
7
6
5
Receive
Transmit
Ground
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5.1.5
Readers and doors
EXcel terminal
Function
Alternate use
12
+5V OUT
13
0V OUT
14
Reader 1 MAG-DATA
15
Reader 1 MAG-CLK
16
Reader 1 LED
17
Reader 1 +12V
18
Reader 1 0V
19
Door 1 Lock relay n/c
20
Door 1 Lock relay Common pole
21
Door 1 Lock relay n/o
22
Door 1 Door Sense
23
0V (for Door Sense and Egress)
24
Door 1 Egress
25
Reader 2 MAG-DATA
26
Reader 2 MAG-CLK
27
Reader 2 LED
28
Reader 2&3 +12V
29
Reader 2&3 0V
30
Reader 3 MAG-DATA
31
Reader 3 MAG-CLK
32
Reader 3 LED
33
Door 2 Lock relay n/c
34
Door 2 Lock relay Common pole
35
Door 2 Lock relay n/o
36
Door 2 Door Sense
37
0V (for Door Sense and Egress)
38
Door 2 Egress
39
+5V OUT
40
+5V OUT
41
Reader 4 MAG-DATA
42
Reader 4 MAG-CLK
43
Reader 4 LED
44
Reader 4 +12V
45
Reader 4 0V
46
Door 3 Lock relay n/c
47
Door 3 Lock relay Common pole
48
Door 3 Lock relay n/o
49
Door 3 Door Sense
50
0V (for Door Sense and Egress)
51
Door 4 Egress
52
Door 4 Lock relay n/c
53
Door 4 Lock relay Common pole
54
Door 4 Lock relay n/o
55
Door 4 Door Sense
56
0V (for Door Sense and Egress)
57
Door 4 Egress
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Relay 2 (1, 2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 3 (1, 2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 4 (1, 2 or 3-door configuration)
Relay 3 (1, 2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 5 (2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 6 (2 or 3-door configuration)
Relay 4 (1, 2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 7 (2 or 3-door configuration)
Input 8 (2 or 3-door configuration)
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6. Compliance Notices
6.1
Compliance with CE regulations
The equipment is designed, tested and declared to conform to the following
CE directives:89/336/EEC
93/68/EC
EMC Directive
Low Voltage Directive
The equipment has been tested and found to comply with the following EMC
& Safety standards:Electromagnetic emission
EN 55022:1994
Electromagnetic emission
EN 50081-1:1992
Electromagnetic immunity
EN 50082:1995
Electromagnetic immunity
EN 50130-4:1995
Safety of IT Equipment
EN 60950
6.2
Limitations on the intended
operating environment.
The equipment is intended for use in access control applications in a wide
range of configurations. It is intended for use with third party equipment
attached at the power supply input, the reader inputs, various control
outputs and the data communications ports. Such third party equipment,
and all cabling must be of suitable design and installation to ensure that the
overall system complies with the requirements of the EC EMC directive.
The equipment in OEM Module form complies with the RFI emission and
immunity, and electrical transient immunity regulations. Compliance with the
ESD regulations will be the responsibility of any installer that mounts the
OEM module in an alternative outer case.
Guidance notes for the installation and use of TDSi equipment must be
strictly followed. Due to the wide range of access control products TDSi
notes cannot cover all possible type and combinations of equipment that
may be assembled to form a total system.
TDSi exercise due diligence to ensure that its equipment is suitable for use
in the stated applications, but ultimate responsibility for the compliance of a
complete system must rest with the prime contractor at a site where local
conditions may require additional EMC precautions to be taken.
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6.3
FCC Regulations Notice
This device complies with Part 15, Class B, of the FCC Rules. Operation is
subject to the following two conditions:a) This device may not cause harmful interference.
b) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate this equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio
communications.
There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
6.4
CSA EMC Notice.
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B Limits for radio
frequency emissions from digital apparatus set out in the radio interference
regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques
dépassant les limites applicable aux appareils numériques de la Classe B
prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicte par le
Ministère des Communications du Canada.
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7. Safety Notices
7.1
Product description
These notes apply to TDSi EXcel 4 Access Control Units with an internal
ACU PSU mains power supply fitted. A 230v, 50 Hz AC mains supply must
be connected to the equipment by a permanently connected wiring
installation as described below.
7.2
Rating
The TDSi EXcel 4 Access Control Units with an internal AC PSU mains
power supply fitted are powered from a 230v, 50Hz mains supply & draw a
maximum supply current of 0.4A.
7.3
Safety
WARNING: Disconnect the mains supply before removing the
covers or making connections to the equipment.
All regulations and requirements MUST be must strictly followed to prevent
hazards to life and property both during and after installation, and during
any subsequent servicing and maintenance.
7.4
Positioning and fixing of
equipment
The equipment must not be installed out of doors or in damp or exposed
conditions.
To ensure mechanical stability the equipment must be secured using
appropriate fasteners or brackets to a wall, pillar or other part of the building
structure, or to associated stable equipment.
The equipment must not be sited near to sources of heat. It is designed for
use in ambient temperatures ranging from -5 to 45 degrees C.
Connecting a permanently wired mains supply to the equipment.
Ensure that the mains supply is SWITCHED OFF before starting any wiring.
Wiring should be in accordance with the current I.E.E. regulations, or the
appropriate standards in your country, and should be performed by a
properly qualified electrician.
For permanently connected equipment a readily accessible disconnect
device shall be incorporated in the fixed wiring.
Wiring should be via a switched, fused spur with a 3A fuse (UK) rating, and
should use approved 3 core mains cable of minimum cross section area
0.75 sq mm. The installation MUST be provided with a double Common
pole isolator switch with a contact separation of at least 3mm. The Earth
wire into the terminal block should be left longer than the L & N wires so that
it is pulled out last if the cable is strained.
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7.5
Connecting signal wiring to
associated equipment.
The TDSi EXcel 4 Access Control Units with an internal AC PSU mains
power supply fitted must be connected to other equipment forming part of
an overall control system using signal wiring connections made with
screened cable with the screen securely connected to an earth point at the
controlled equipment end and at earth points within the EXcel 4 equipment.
Where individual remote equipment is locally earthed it is permissible to
disconnect the cable screen earth connection at one end of the cable.
7.6
Internal fuse rating
rating
The low voltage DC Regulator PCB in EX series is fitted with fuse protection
marked FUSE. In case of failure FUSE should be replaced with a 3.15A (F)
Quick-blow 20mm Fuse.
The Fused Output Module PCB is fitted with fuse protection marked F1 –
F4. In case of failure they should be replaced with a 1A (F) Quick-blow
20mm Fuse.
7.7
Lithium battery
The Lithium battery is only fitted to the EXcel 4 board. For this to be
operational jumper J4 needs to be connected. The battery will support
EXcel 4 memory for a maximum of 10 years in normal environmental
conditions.
The clock chip mounted on EXcel 4 board has it only internal battery, which
will retain memory to the clock chip for a maximum of 10 years under
normal operating conditions.
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8. Board layout
Anti-Surge Fuse 12v 1A
PC Comms
Ethernet Port
Communications
Switches
12v/5v DC
IN/OUT
Communications LEDs
Reader 1
RS485 Chips
Door 1
Processor and UID
Reset Jumper
Reader 2
Reader 3
Flash EPROM
Door 2
Memory Battery
Memory Battery
Jumper
Reader 4
Buzzer
Tamper Switch
(without spring)
Door 3
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