Apollo AIM-1SL User manual

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AIM-1SL & AIM-2SL
Hardware Manual
Revision Date: 19 OCT 2011

AIM-1SL & AIM-2SL Hardware Manual
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Advanced Electronic Controller For Apollo Access Control Systems

W A R N I N G
HIGH VOLTAGE, AC MAIN POWER SHOULD ONLY BE CONNECTED BY QUALIFIED,
LICENSED ELECTRICIANS. ALL APPLICABLE LAWS AND CODES MUST BE FOLLOWED. IF
THIS PRECAUTION IS NOT OBSERVED, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH COULD OCCUR
Power should not be applied to the system until after the installation has been completed. If this
precaution is not observed, personal injury or death could occur, and the equipment could be
damaged beyond repair.
-Verify that the external circuit breaker which supplies power to the device power supply is turned
off prior to installation.
-Verify that the output voltage of the power supply is within specifications prior to connection to the
device.
C A U T I O N
Several important procedures should be followed to prevent electro-static discharge (ESD) damage
to sensitive CMOS integrated circuits and modules.
-All transport of electronic components, including completed reader assemblies, should be in static
shield packaging and containers.
-Handle all ESD sensitive components at an approved static controlled work station. These work
stations consist of a desk mat, floor mat and a ESD wrist strap. Work stations are available from
various vendors including the 3M company.
FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1.This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2.This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this device in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his/her own
expense. The user is advised that any equipment changes or modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compliance would void the compliance to FCC regulations and
therefore, the user's authority to operate the equipment.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Table of Contents
Part I Introduction 2
...................................................................................................................................21Overview
...................................................................................................................................22 General Features
...................................................................................................................................33Modes Of Operation
Part II Hardware Layout 5
...................................................................................................................................61Terminal Connectors
...................................................................................................................................82DIP Switches
......................................................................................................................................................... 8DIP Switch Tables
......................................................................................................................................................... 9DIP Switch Function
...................................................................................................................................93Connectors
......................................................................................................................................................... 9Device Port Communication Driver Socket
......................................................................................................................................................... 9Additional Connectors
...................................................................................................................................94 LEDs
......................................................................................................................................................... 9Start Up Mode
......................................................................................................................................................... 10Normal Operation
...................................................................................................................................105Firmware
...................................................................................................................................106Memory Backup
...................................................................................................................................117 Additional Installation Information
......................................................................................................................................................... 11Mounting Holes
Part III System Wiring 13
...................................................................................................................................131Power
...................................................................................................................................132Grounding
......................................................................................................................................................... 13DC Ground
......................................................................................................................................................... 13RS-485 Signal Ground (SG)
......................................................................................................................................................... 14Safety (Earth) Ground
......................................................................................................................................................... 14Grounding System
......................................................................................................................................................... 14Grounding Potential Difference Checks Before Connecting
...................................................................................................................................143Communication Connection
...................................................................................................................................154RS-485 Communications Line
...................................................................................................................................175 Card Reader Wiring
...................................................................................................................................196Reader Input Wiring
......................................................................................................................................................... 19Input Supervision (Overview)
......................................................................................................................................................... 20Door Contact Input (Door Position Switch)
......................................................................................................................................................... 21Exit Pushbutton Input (Request To Exit, REX)
......................................................................................................................................................... 21Auxiliary Alarm Inputs
...................................................................................................................................217Output Relay Wiring
......................................................................................................................................................... 22Strike Wiring, General
......................................................................................................................................................... 22Strike Suppression Installation
......................................................................................................................................................... 23Strike Wiring, Internal Relay

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......................................................................................................................................................... 26ADA External High Security Relays
.................................................................................................................................................. 27Strike Wiring, External ADA-10/11, High Security Relay
.................................................................................................................................................. 28Additional Output Relay Wiring
.................................................................................................................................................. 28ADA DIP Switches/Jumpers
...................................................................................................................................308General Alarm Inputs
......................................................................................................................................................... 31Cabinet Tamper
Part IV Troubleshooting 33
...................................................................................................................................331Communications
...................................................................................................................................342Reader / Keypad
...................................................................................................................................343Input Zones
...................................................................................................................................344 Output relays
Part V Specifications 36
Part VI Supplemental Figures 38
Part VII Table of Figures 45
Part VIII Revision History 47
Index 48

Part
Introduction
I

2Introduction
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1Introduction
An access control system provides a means to replace traditional key and lock systems, which are easy to
defeat because of the ease of copying of keys and use by unauthorized personnel. With electronic access
control, the exact areas a person is able to access as well as during what time is configurable through a
central control system. In addition to the power of greater control, a historical record is maintained which is
useful in the case of a system security breach or for other purposes including calculating work time and
facility use costing.
1.1 Overview
The AIM-1SL and AIM-2SL Downloadable Reader Interface modules provides complete connectivity for card
readers and for control of door strikes with additional alarm inputs. The AIM-1/2SL works in conjunction with
AAN and AAM series controllers to form a distributed processing network providing access control,
integrated alarm monitoring and remote device control and reaction. Typical use of the system is the control
of site access by control of door locking devices associated with card readers and PIN keypads and
maintaining logs of this access for later reporting. Many levels of further integration with building alarm and
monitoring systems, time and attendance systems, and video surveillance systems are also possible.
The AIM-1/2SL provides interface connections for a variety of card reader technologies, including proximity,
biometric, bar code, and infrared readers. Any card reader with standard Wiegand or mag stripe output can
be connected to the AIM-1/2SL.The AIM-1/2SL communicates with the AAN/AAM controller to process card
reads and alarm input activation. A downloadable card database of up to 20,000 cardholders and storage of
up to 7000 events allows the AIM-1/2SL to work independently after initial programming.
The AIM-1SL supports two readers that control the single onboard door strike relay. A successful access
grant on either reader will open the strike relay--this is known as 'Paired Mode'. Exit push button, door
contact and two auxiliary inputs are provided.
The AIM-2SL supports two readers that can be configured to control the two onboard relays in either paired
mode (using both readers to control a single strike relay) or in unpaired mode (where each reader will control
a separate strike relay). Exit push buttons, door contacts are available for two doors. When operating in
paired mode, the unused door inputs are available for auxiliary use.
See the Modes of Operation topic for more information on paired and unpaired mode.
1.2 General Features
·Supports 2 readers, keypads or reader/keypad combinations for 1 or 2 (AIM-2SL only) door control
·Full Stand Alone Operation with Local database of 20,000 cards or 7,000 events
·Multiple Card Formats
·Up to 8 Facility Codes
·2Relay Outputs
·Control of up to 4 ADA-10/11 High Security Relay Output Modules
·RS-485 or RS-232
·Field-Replaceable plug-in communication drivers
·Flash Memory for easy firmware upgrades
·Real Time Clock
·Surface-mount manufacturing technology

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1.3 Modes Of Operation
CONFIGURATION / INITIAL MODE
To establish operating configuration, the AIM-1/2SL interface requires connection to an AAN or AAM
controller which is programmed via a software database interface program. Configuration options including
cardholders are stored in a central database and then transmitted via a proprietary encrypted protocol to the
AAN/AAM controller. Once programmed, the AAN/AAM controller will communicate to the AIM-1/2SL
interface to upload configuration the following configuration information:
·Card Reader Data Output Format: Wiegand or Mag Stripe
·Strike Time—The time duration that the strike relay will be energized for in the case of an access grant
·Held Open Time—After an access grant and a subsequent opening of the door contact, the time in which
the door contact must be closed before an alarm state is reported
·Initial Reader Mode—The access mode in which the reader will function upon powering up or when
communication has been interrupted with the AAN/AMM controller. The following modes are supported:
oCard Only—An access request is made by presenting a card to the reader. The data is verified against
the AIM-1/2SL database to ensure that the card has a valid Facility Code and Card Number.
oCard or PIN—Access requests are made either by presenting a card or by keying in a PIN (Personal
Identification Number) on a keypad. A card entry is process as in Card Only access mode.
oCard & PIN—A card must be read to start the access request. If the card is valid, the user is prompted
to enter the corresponding PIN. The request is granted only if the card and PIN match.
oLocked—No access granted. Reader ignores all cards and PIN entries.
oUnlocked—Door strike is continuously energized and the door contact input is not monitored. Access is
not controlled.
oFacility Code—The entire card contents are read by the AIM-1/2SL, but only the Facility Code is
checked, and if it matches a Facility Code downloaded from the AAN/AAM controller, access is granted.
PAIRED / UNPAIRED MODE (1 or 2 Door Control)
The AIM-1SL always works in paired mode. A successful card read on either reader will energize the single
onboard strike relay.
The AIM-2SL can be configured via software to operate in either paired or unpaired reader mode. In the first
case (the default mode), both readers of the AIM-2SL will control one door strike relay. In this case, the
second onboard relay serves as a local alarm relay and auxiliary inputs will be available. If unpaired reader
mode is selected, each reader will control a separate strike relay, thus two doors can be controlled. The
inputs that are auxiliary in paired mode are used for exit push button and door contact for the second reader
in this mode.

Part
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2 Hardware Layout
Figure 2.1 AIM-1/2SL Diagram. Terminal connectors, DIP switch, output relays, device port driver
connection, and other component locations are shown.