CAMDEN CX-29 User manual

5502 Timberlea Blvd., Mississauga, ON L4W 2T7
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CX-29
Besam Switching Network &
Bi-Directional Door Sequencer
Installation Instructions
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Section 1__________________
General Description
The CX-29 is a special version of our CX-12
designed to work on doors with Besam Swingmaster
operators and equipped with Magnetic locks.
When set in mode 2 or 3, the relay will unlock the
door(s), then activate the Besam operator(s). The
locks will stay deactivated until the door position
switch tells the CX-29 that the doors have closed.
Then after a delay, the doors are relocked. An
optional connection to a fire alarm panel will unlock
the doors and disable the operators when a signal is
received. The signal can be Normally Open, or
Normally Closed. SEE DIAGRAM 02.
There are 4 Modes of operation:
1. Standard make/break relay mode
2. Besam Swingmaster with N.O. Fire alarm input
3. Besam Swingmaster with N.C. Fire alarm input
4. Bi-directional door sequencing.
In the standard make/break relay mode, even a
stuck switch input will allow the door to time out and
close, thereby providing security to occupants. The
CX-29 will however, still operate normally if one of
the other inputs is activated. Essentially, it ignores
the faulty activation source, as all inputs are isolated.
The inputs to the CX-29 may be either dry or wet
(powered), meaning that 3-terminal radio receivers
may be connected directly to the CX-29 without fear
of malfunction. SEE DIAGRAM 01.
Additionally, we provide a direct connection from an
apartment interphone panel. Only Relay #1 (strike)
will operate when a voltage is applied to this input. A
vestibule courtesy switch will be energized for the
time set by Pot. 1. SEE DIAGRAM 03 a or b.
Select Bi-directional Sequencer mode when you
wish to sequence two doors in both directions using
just one relay. The CX-29 allows for either wet or dry
inputs for both directions. SEE DIAGRAM 04.
IMPORTANT: Do not apply power to the unit until
you have read the instructions fully and made the
required adjustments.
Section 2__________________
Installation
Mounting
The LED’s are visible through the wrap-around
sleeve, which also has cutouts for adjusting the
potentiometers, and setting the dip-switch. Once the
unit has been adjusted, it may be tucked up into the
operator header or affixed using the supplied Velcro.
Wiring
Wiring of this unit is dependant on the mode desired,
however the following commonalities apply.
Note: Do not wire Safety devices to the CX-29.
If installed, wire your safety device directly to the
operator control box as per usual.
CAUTION: Do not apply power to the unit until all
secondary wiring is complete, and dip-switches have
been set.
Both relay outputs are Form C and are rated at 3
amps maximum. Use relay # 1 for the strike or
electromagnet. Generally the N.O. & COM. terminals
(3 & 4) are used for a strike, and COM & N.C. (4 & 5)
are used with an electromagnet.
The door operator will be wired to relay #2 N.O. &
COM terminals (6 & 7). In a door sequencing
application, door 1 is relay #1, and door 2 is relay #2.
The unit will operate on 12 or 24 volts, AC or DC.
Connect to Terminals 1 & 2, which are non-polarity
sensitive.

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APPLICATIONS
& SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS:
STANDARD TIMER MODE
(Make/Break Relay)
Set dipswitches as shown >
Refer also to Diagram 01.
Connect a dry contact such as a wall switch to DRY1
(Terminals 11 & 12). A Wet (powered) output
connects to WET 2 (Terminals 13 & 14).
Upon a switch activation the strike relay will fire for
the time set by potentiometer 1 (DOR RL1). After a
delay adjustable by potentiometer 2 (DOO RL2) the
operator relay will fire. The hold time for relay #2 is
set with potentiometer 2 (DOR RL2).
Most modern door operators have built-in time
delays, and if so, it is usually desirable to use them to
add sufficient hold-open time. In this case adjust the
CX-29 to send just a momentary pulse (1 or 2
seconds only).
Observe the door and adjust timers until desired
operation is observed.
The above dipswitch setting is also used for
applications such as apartment entries with an
interphone panel. Refer to Diagrams 03a & 03b.
In each case the interphone input (WET 1) will
activate the strike relay only. If a courtesy switch is
located in the vestibule, it is connected to DRY 2
(Terminals 15 & 16). This input is only active when
the strike relay is energized.
Another application using this mode is door
sequencing in one direction only. Connect Door 1
operator to relay 1, and door 2 operator to relay 2.
The delay between the two doors is adjusted via the
DOO RL2 potentiometer. For bi-directional
sequencing refer to specific set-up instructions at
right.
BESAM MODE –with N/O Fire Alarm Input
Set dipswitches as shown >
Refer also to Diagram 02.
Connect the Activating wall switch(es) to DRY 1
(Terminals 11 & 12). This input will unlock and open
the door. The door unlock time is adjusted by
DOR RL1 (note that this timer does not start until the
door closes).
The delay between the lock relay and the operator
relay is adjusted by DOO RL2, and the hold open time
for the operator is adjusted by pot DOR RL2.
Connect the door position switch to DRY 2 (Terminals
15 & 16). The switch can be a magnetic contact
switch on the header, or the HNO terminals on the
CU2 control. Regardless, the contacts need to be
normally open when the door is closed.
The door position switch tells the CX-29 when the
door is open and will not let the locks engage until
AFTER the door has closed.
The WET 2 (Terminals 13 &14) are for a connection
to the Fire Alarm Panel. In this mode we are looking
for a N/O connection. When this contact closes,
Relay 1 turns on immediately, unlocking the door.
The wall switches are ignored. When the Fire Alarm
signal drops out, Relay 1 releases after the time set
by Pot #1, and the door re-locks (but not before the
door closes).
BESAM MODE –with N/C Fire Alarm Input
Set dipswitches as shown >
Refer to Diagram 02.
Similar to previous mode with the following exception:
the CX-29 is looking for a N/C Fire alarm signal.
Connect the Wet (powered) output of the Fire panel
to WET 2 (Terminals 13 & 14). When the fire alarm
input opens, Relay 1 will turn on immediately,
unlocking the door.
Bi-Directional Sequencing MODE
Set dipswitches as shown >
Refer to Diagram 04.
Turn on power and activate the Interior input (switch).
Observe LED1, which should light immediately. The
length of hold time is determined by adjusting the pot
marked DOR/RL1, clockwise for more time,
counterclockwise for less time.
The delay between the two doors is adjusted via the
DOO RL2 potentiometer.
After the above-mentioned delay, LED2 should light.
The length of hold time is adjusted by the pot marked
DOR/RL2.
The ideal time delay between the two doors is best
set by actual walk-testing. It should be set so that a
person can walk in either direction without having to
pause before the second door activates. Test in both
directions.
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If an emergency (or anti-entrapment) switch is
desired in the vestibule, then wire that switch directly
to one of the operator inputs. Usually the exterior
door is used in this case.
Once the desired operation is achieved, proceed to
Section 4, for System Inspection Instructions.
Section 4 _________________
System Inspection Instructions
After the Installation and operational check of the
system:
1. Place warning label on the door (as per ANSI
A156.10 or A156.19 guidelines). This will
advise the person entering the swing side
zone that the door will move.
2. Instruct the owner on door system operation
and how to test it. This should be checked
on a daily basis.
3. Instruct the owner on what to do if the door or
any of its components become damaged.
4. Strongly recommend to the owner that the
complete entry be inspected twice a year as
part of the service agreement.
Section 5_________________
Technical Data
Model CX-29
Size 3 ¼” x 2 ¼” x ¾”
Mounting Velcro or double-sided tape
Enclosure Protective paper sleeve.
Operating voltage 12 / 24 Volts, AC / DC
Current Draw 18 mA standby,
40 mA max.
Response time 0.3 seconds
Inputs 2 x “dry” contacts,
2 x “wet” contacts:
(3-30 V AC/DC, Optically
isolated, non-polarity
sensitive).
Relay Output 2 x Form C (SPDT)
Relay contact rating 3 amps @ 20 VDC
Time Delays DOR #1 1 to 30 seconds
DOO # 2 1 to 30 seconds
DOR #2 1 –30 seconds
Electrical Life 1,000,000 operations
@ ½ rated capacity
Section 6_________________
Warranty
Camden Door Controls guarantees the CX-29 to be
free from manufacturing defects for 3 years from date
of sale. If during the first 3 years the
CX-29 fails to perform correctly, it may be returned to
our factory where it will be repaired or replaced (at
our discretion) without charge. Except as stated
herein, Camden extends no warranties expressed or
implied regarding function, performance or service.
Questions?
Call us toll-free at 1-877-226-3369
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Part number: 40-82B134
Filename: CX-29 Instructions.doc
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CX-29 Wiring Diagram (typical Momentary Operation)
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Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T7
12 / 24 V
AC/DC
Power
Dry Input
ie- Push
Switch
Wet Input
ie- Radio
Receiver
Electric Strike Door Operator
MOV
Wire MOV
(supplied)
directly to strike
or magnet Power
for Strike
Radio
Receiver
3 - Term.
24V
Com
Radio
1 52 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RL1
LED RL2 LED DOR
RL1 DOO RL2 DOR RL2
Off / On
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2
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Wiring Diagram for BESAM Operators and Delayed Lock Activation
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Camden Manufacturing 5502 Timberlea Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T7
12 - 24 V
AC/DC
Power
Electric Lock
MOV
Wire MOV
(supplied)
directly to strike
or magnet Power
for Strike
Fire Alarm
Panel
with Wet output
Select:
N.O. - Mode 2
N.C. - Mode 3
(optional)
Wall Switch
FIRE
If using a Mag
lock, wire to
Terminals 4 & 5
1 52 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RL1
LED RL2 LED DOR
RL1 DOO RL2 DOR RL2
Off / On
1
2
CX-29
N.C.
TO OPEN
PUSH
Door Position
Switch
(open when
door is closed)
Besam
Door Operator
Hub
N/O

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CX-29 Wiring Diagram for Apartment Application (typical)
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Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T7
12 - 24 V
AC/DC
Power
Optional
Vestibule mounted
Convenience Switch
(Only active when
Lock relay energized)
Switch opens door
Electric Strike Door Operator
MOV
Wire MOV
(supplied)
directly to strike
or magnet Power
for Strike
Apartment
Interphone
Panel
(powered signal)
Unlocks door only
Interior Switch
Unlocks and
opens door
1 52 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RL1
LED RL2 LED DOR
RL1 DOO RL2 DOR RL2
Off / On
1
2
CX-12

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CX-29 Wiring Diagram for Apt. Application (with Vestibule Keyswitch)
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Camden Manufacturing 5502 Timberlea Blvd.
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T7
12 - 24 V
AC/DC
Power
Optional
Vestibule mounted
Convenience Switch
(Only active when
Lock relay energized)
Switch opens door
Electric Strike Door Operator
MOV
Wire MOV
(supplied)
directly to strike
or magnet Power
for Strike
Apartment
Interphone
Panel
(DRY contact)
Unlocks door only
Interior Switch
Unlocks and
opens door
1 52 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RL1
LED RL2 LED DOR
RL1 DOO RL2 DOR RL2
Off / On
1
2
CX-29
NOTE: Use this diagram
in case the Interphone
outputs a dry contact
instead of a powered
signal.
Vestibule
Keyswitch
(Optional)

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CX-29 Wiring Diagram (Bi-Directional Sequencer operation)
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Camden Door Controls 5502 Timberlea Blvd
Mississauga, Ontario
L4W 2T7
12 - 24 V
AC/DC
Power
Door #2
Push
Switch
Door #2
Operator
Door #1
Operator
Wet
output
ie - RF
receiver
(optional)
Wet
output
ie - RF
receiver
(optional) Door #1
Push
Switch
1 52 3 4 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
RL1
LED RL2 LED DOR
RL1 DOO RL2 DOR RL2
Off / On
1
2
CX-29