ACTi R12CP-30 User manual

Reader & Controller
Installation Guide
R12CP-30
2019/01/15

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Table of Contents
Precautions.............................................................4
Safety Instructions .................................................................................... 5
Introduction.............................................................6
Package Contents...................................................................................... 6
Additional Requirement for Installation................................................... 6
Physical Description ................................................................................. 7
The Device.............................................................................................. 7
Front Panel ............................................................................................. 7
Connectors.............................................................................................. 8
Installation Procedure..........................................10
Step 1: Install the Mounting Plate .......................................................... 10
Mounting Directly on the Surface.......................................................... 10
Embedding into the Wall ....................................................................... 10
Step 2: Do the Wiring ...............................................................................11
Step 3: Install the Device ........................................................................ 12
Step 4: Connect to Power Source.......................................................... 12
Wiring Diagram .....................................................13
Connect to Door Contact ........................................................................ 13
Connect to Electric Bolt.......................................................................... 13
Connect to Magnetic Lock...................................................................... 14
Connect to Reader................................................................................... 14
Connect to Electric Strike....................................................................... 15
Connect to Relay Output Module for Added Security .......................... 15

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Wiegand Mode ......................................................................................... 16
Quick Setup...........................................................17
Enter Setup Mode.................................................................................... 17
Initial Setup .............................................................................................. 17
Change the Language .......................................................................... 17
Configure the IPAddress...................................................................... 17
Useful Shortcuts...................................................................................... 18
How to Exit the Menu............................................................................ 18
How to Change the Master Code.......................................................... 18
How to Lock and Unlock the Keypad .................................................... 18
Accessing the Device...........................................19
Web Interface........................................................................................... 19

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Precautions
Read these instructions
You should read all the safety and operating instructions before using this product.
Heed all warnings
You must adhere to all the warnings on the product and in the instruction manual. Failure to follow
the safety instruction given may directly endanger people, cause damage to the system or to
other equipment.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this video device yourself as opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Trademarks
All names used in this manual are probably registered trademarks of respective companies.
Liability
Every reasonable care has been taken during the writing of this manual. Please inform your local
office if you find any inaccuracies or omissions. We cannot be held responsible for any
typographical or technical errors and reserve the right to make changes to the product and
manuals without prior notice.

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Safety Instructions
Cleaning
Disconnect this product from the power supply before cleaning.
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause
hazards.
Do not use accessories not recommended by the manufacturer
Install this device in a dry place protected from varying weather conditions.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Damage Requiring service
Disconnect this product from the power supply immediately and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions.
1) When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged
2) If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
3) If the inner parts of product have been directly exposed to rain or water.
4) If the product does not operate normally by following the operating Instructions in this manual.
Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual, as an improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage, and will often require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
Safety Check
Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform
safety checks to determine if the product is in proper operating condition.

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Introduction
Package Contents
1. Reader and Controller Unit
2. Ethernet Terminal Cable
3. Terminal Cables (x 5)
4. Terminal block strip (x 3)
5. Screw Pack
6. Waterproof Rubber Strip
NOTE: Actual items may slightly vary.
Additional Requirement for Installation
The following items are not included in the package. Installers must prepare these items to do the
installation.
1. DC 10~24V Power adapter
2. Ethernet cable
3. Allen wrench

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Physical Description
The Device
Front Panel
Below are the detailed descriptions of the front panel indicators and keypad.
Press to enter SETUP mode
In SETUP menu, press to go
back a previous screen.
ESC / Quit
Press to “Enter” or select

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Connectors
This section shows the connectors at the back of the device and its pin mapping definition. For
wiring examples, see Wiring Diagram on page 13.

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Installation Procedure
This section describes the procedures in installing the camera on the wall.
Step 1: Install the Mounting Plate
The device can be mounted on the wall either by mounting directly on the surface or flushed into
the wall where only the device front panel can be seen on the surface. First, determine how you
want to mount the device then install the mounting plate on the wall.
Mounting Directly on the Surface
1. Drill the hole where the cables will pass through
the wall using the mounting plate as template.
2. Mark or drill the screw holes, if necessary.
3. Install the mounting plate by securing
four (4) screws as marked on the illustration.
Embedding into the Wall
The device can be flushed or embedded into the wall so only the edge of the mounting plate and
the device front panel can be seen on the surface.
1. Drill a hole with dimensions of 128 mm x 108 mm. This is where the device will be
embedded.
2. Drill the hole where the cables will pass through
on the wall, use the mounting plate as template
for its location.
3. Flush the mounting plate into the wall.
4. Drill the holes and attach the four (4) screws
to secure the plate as marked on the illustration.
Cable hole
Cable hole