CDVI CT-V900 User manual

CT-V900 Controller
Installation Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SYSTEM OVERVIEW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Power Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Operator Computer Requirements for Centaur 2.0 and 3.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Access Server Computer Requirements for Centaur 3.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Compatible Readers and Keypads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Accessory Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PosiProx Card Reader (CR-R880) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PosiKey Keypad (CK-POSK-0) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
RS-485 Converter Module (CA-A360) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Network Hub (CA-A370) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Relay Expansion Module (CA-A460) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Elevator Floor Controller (CA-A480) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Lock Control Module (CA-A110) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Tracker LCD Keypad (CK-TRAK-L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
LOCATION & INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Contents of CT-V900 Package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Location and Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installing a Controller Box Tamper Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Earth Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Power Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Battery Backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Upon Power Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Battery Indications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
BATT ON/OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
EOL (Controller Network) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
12V/24V (Lock #1) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
12V/24V (Lock #2) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
High/Low (Network Impedance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
EOL (E-Bus Network) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
High/Low (E-Bus Impedance) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Dip Switch Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Def/Run Dip Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
9.6K/19.2K Dip Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Controller Address Assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
ACCESS CONTROL NETWORK . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Connecting the Access Control Server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Access Control System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
INPUTS AND OUTPUTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Readers and keypads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Programmable Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Locking Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
NC Input Connection (8 inputs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ATZ 2R Connection (16 inputs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
ATZ 3R Connection (16 inputs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Recommended Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
V900 Controller Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
DIAGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
System Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Controlled Entry and Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Controlled Entry With Free Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Turnstiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Mantrap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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SYSTEM OVERVIEW
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
POWER REQUIREMENTS
• Transformer: 24VAC, 75VA
• Backup Battery: Two 12VDC, 7Ah, gel type batteries
OPERATOR COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTAUR 2.0 AND 3.0
• Pentium 133MHz (Pentium 200MHz or higher recommended)
• Microsoft® Windows® 95/98 or Windows® NT service pack 4.0 or higher
• 32MB RAM (64MB Recommended)
• 200MB free disk space (300 Recommended)
• RS-232 Serial Port
• CD-ROM Drive required for installation
• Super VGA Monitor
ACCESS SERVER COMPUTER REQUIREMENTS FOR CENTAUR 3.0
• Pentium 200MHz (Pentium 300MHz or higher recommended)
• Microsoft® Windows® NT service pack 4.0 or higher
• 64MB RAM (128MB RAM Recommended)
• 300MB free disk space (1GB Recommended)
• RS-232 Serial Port (Depending on the installation, more than one may be required)
• CD-ROM Drive required for installation
• Super VGA Monitor
COMPATIBLE READERS AND KEYPADS
• CR-R880 Series PosiProx Proximity Reader.
• CK-POSK-0 BCD and Wiegand Keypad, CK-K616 / CK-K626 Wiegand Keypads
• Keypads which conform to BCD, Motorola ARK or Wiegand outputs
• Supports bar code, magnetic and proximity readers which conform to the Wiegand standard 26/37 bit output, or
Track 2 magnetic card readers with cards that conform to the Position Technology Track 2 or ABA Track 2 format
• For an up-to-date list of which keypads and readers are supported, refer to the Centaur 3.0 Software Manual or
visit our web site at www.postech.ca.
ACCESSORY MODULES
POSIPROX CARD READER (CR-R880)
Proximity technology will never be the same again. PosiProx sets exacting new standards in design,
reliability, and affordability. With no equal in durability and a read range of up to 4”, the PosiProx and
proximity card and tag readers are the undeniable choice for access control applications.
POSIKEY KEYPAD (CK-POSK-0)
The rugged CK-POSK-O keypad will stand up to anything nature can throw at it. Designed to operate in an
indoor or outdoor environment and housed in a plastic or stainless steel package, this keypad still offers
rugged good looks and a host of programmable options to compliment your installation. Offering a complete
range of formats for interconnection into all systems with 26-Bit Wiegand, 37-Bit Wiegand, 8-Bit Wiegand
(emulates the ARK-501 Format) and BCD output as standard options.
RS-485 CONVERTER MODULE (CA-A360)
The CA-A360 RS485 Converter module is a communication interface that is installed between the managing
 computerandtherstcontrollerofyouraccesscontrolsystem.Twoconverterscanalsobeusedasa
repeater, extending the distance of an RS-232 or RS485 bus by 1220m/4000ft. Transmit, receive and power
LEDs provide visual indication of the module’s status.
NETWORK HUB (CA-A370)
 TheCA-A370NetworkHuballowsyoutowireanRS-485networkinastarcongurationalonganewor
existing RS-485 network without affecting the performance of the main network or devices connected to it.
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Using the CA-A370 provides higher network isolation from noise, thus greatly increasing communications
  reliability.TheCA-A370simpliesinstallation,andmakesrunninganRS-485networkmorecost-effective
by reducing wiring and installation time.
RELAY EXPANSION MODULE (CA-A460)
The Model CA-A460 Relay Expansion module provides an additional seven relays to a CT-V900 controller.
Up to 2 Plug and Play relay expansion modules can be added to each controller for a total of 16 relays per
controller. The relay expansion modules are connected to the controller via an RS-485 E-bus, allowing you to
install the relay modules a maximum distance of 1220m/4000ft. from the controller. The module features an
activation status LED for each relay, a communication failure LED with an associated output, a 24-hour
tamper input and supply monitoring. Removable terminals are optional.
ELEVATOR FLOOR CONTROLLER (CA-A480)
  Connectedtothecontroller’sexpansionbus,theCA-A480cancontrolupto16oors.EachoftheCA-A480
  oor control relays can be interfaced directly with an elevator’s oor control buttons in 2 modes (Non
Destination Controlled and Destination Controlled). When using the Non Destination Controlled Mode and a
  validcardispresented,theappropriateoorcontrolrelayswillbecomeenabledallowingthecardholderto
  selectthedesiredoor.TheDestinationControlledModeoffersafarsuperioreventtrailanduseraccountability
  bypermittingthecardholdertomakeonlyoneoorselectionuponpresentationoftheircard.Inthismodean
  eventisloggedindicatingtheselectedoor.Inadditiontotheseadvancedoorandelevatorcontrolfeatures,
  theCA-A480alsofeaturesfullsupervision,backupbatteryandarealarminput.
LOCK CONTROL MODULE (CA-A110)
The CA-A110 Lock Control Module has been designed to greatly reduce installation time and simplify the
connection of electromagnetic locks when used alone or in conjunction with door strikes. The CA-A110
  LockControlModuleconsistsoftwoon-board,heavyduty12Vrelays,twoinputsforrealarmcontacts
and two relay activation LED indicators. The relays, which are used to control power to the electromagnetic
  locks,are toggledby theactivation ofthe controller’slockoutput terminalsor theCA-A110’srealarm
contact inputs.
TRACKER LCD KEYPAD (CK-TRAK-L)
The Tracker LCD Keypad serves as a display unit for your Tracker Time and Attendance Software. The
keypad’s buttons do not perform any actions. When an access card is presented to a reader assigned to
  Tracker,thekeypadwilldisplaythecardnumberaswellasaconrmationofavalidpunchinorpunchout.
When used with Anti-passback applications, the keypad will also display an error if the card user has already
punched in or out.
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LOCATION & INSTALLATION
CONTENTS OF CT-V900 PACKAGE
 WhenyoureceiveyourCT-V900controlleryoushouldndthefollowingitemsinyourpackage.Ifyouaremissing
any items, notify your distributor immediately.
• 1 CT-V900 Controller in its cabinet • Backup battery lead wires
 •EOLresistorsforcontrollerinputs(8X2.2KΩand16X1KΩ) •CT-V900cabinetkeys
• 2 (8) diodes for the door strikes or locks • Tamper switch and metal bracket
LOCATION AND MOUNTING
The cabinet is designed to be installed indoors, in a safe and secure location. Suggested locations include electrical
rooms, communication equipment rooms, closets or in the ceiling. To save time and wiring and facilitate testing,
install the cabinets at an equal distance between its controlled doors. Normal temperature and humidity levels
should be maintained.
• Cabinet Dimensions:
39cm (15.5”) high, 33cm (13”) wide, 10cm (4”) deep
• The Cabinet Can Accommodate:
Two 12V, 7Ah, gel cell type batteries and wiring connections
15cm (6”) high, 6cm (2.5”) wide, 10cm (4”) deep
• Multiple Conduit Knock-outs:
Two 25mm (1”) or 31mm (1.25”) and one 12mm (0.5”) or 19mm (0.75”) on each side
• Minimum Clearance For Cabinet:
25cm (10”) clear space around all sides
38cm (15”) clear space in front of cabinet
• Minimum Clearance From Electrical Interference:
2.4m (8ft.) from high voltage equipment or wiring and from electrical equipment likely to generate interference
1.2m (4ft.) from telephone equipment or lines and 8m (25ft.) from transmitting equipment
INSTALLING A CONTROLLER BOX TAMPER SWITCH
Installing a tamper switch allows the controller to detect when the cabinet door is opened or when the cabinet is
removed from the wall. Refer to Figure 1 and install the tamper switch as follows:
STEP 1: Insert the metal bracket in the cabinet slot before installing the cabinet on the wall.
STEP 2: Insert the tamper switch in the metal bracket’s 2cm (0.75”) hole.
STEP 3: Connect two 20cm (8”) wires to the tamper switch terminals.
STEP 4: Connect the tamper switch to the “TMP” terminals on the controller.
STEP 5: If you do not use the tamper switch, connect a wire between the two “TMP” terminals.
Figure 1: Tamper Switch Connections
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CONNECTING EARTH GROUND
Acoldwaterpipeprovidesthebestearthgroundforthesystem.Ifacoldwaterpipeisnotavailable,ndanothergood
earth ground. Run an AWG #14 solid copper wire from the controller’s EARTH GND terminal (located on top right of
controller) to the cold water pipe. Place the ground clamp below any other ground clamps on the same water pipe.
POWER CONNECTIONS
A 15 amp AC power source with a dedicated breaker and an isolated ground is recommended. Connect a 24VAC,
75VA (minimum) transformer to the controller’s AC terminals and mount it near the cabinet. Wire two 12VDC, 7Ah,
gel type batteries in series and then connect them to the BAT+, BAT- terminals with the battery leads supplied (see
“Figure 14” on page 19).
Do not power up the controller until all connections are completed.
BATTERY BACKUP
The controller cannot be started on battery power only. Battery backup time varies with each system. Typical backup time
is between 2 and 20 hours using standard equipment and settings. When the battery voltage drops below 20.5V the LOW
BATLEDwillash.Itwillrestoreat23.4V.Ifthebatteryvoltagedropstobelow16.8V,thecontrollerwillshutdownafter
oneminute.TheLOWBATLEDwillashtwiceasfast(strobe)duringthisoneminuteperiod.
LED INDICATORS
For location of LEDs refer to “Figure 2” on page 8.
UPON POWER UP
• The “AC PRESENT” LED should be on.
• The “READER 5 VOLT” LED should be on.
• The “12 VOLT SUPPLY” LED should be on.
• The “LOGIC 5 VOLT” LED should be on.
  •The“MICROCHECK”LEDashesevery750msinnormaloperationorevery350ms
if communication fails.
• When a valid card is presented at either reader, the LED indicator associated with the reader activates
for 750ms.
• When a card is presented to a reader that does not conform to the programmed format, the LED
indicator associated with the reader will activate for 100ms.
If the “micro check”, “low bat”, “reader 1” and “reader 2” LEDs are ashing in a circular manner,
the controller has no rmware and must be updated. The update can be done from the rmware update
application which can be downloaded from our web site. For more information refer to the Centaur
Operator’s Manual or visit our web site at www.postech.ca.
BATTERY INDICATIONS
• During a battery test, the “BATT CHECK” LED should be on for four seconds.
• When there is a complete loss of power (no AC or battery), the “BATT ENABLE” LED should be off.
  •Whenthebatteryvoltagedropsbelow20.5Vthe“LOWBATT”LEDwillash
• If the battery voltage drops to below 16.8V, the controller will shut down after one minute.
  The“LOWBATT”LEDwillashtwiceasfast(strobe)duringthisoneminuteperiod.
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Figure 2: Controller’s Jumper Locations
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JUMPER SETTINGS
As shown in Figure 2 there are nine jumpers used to set some of the controller’s operating modes.
BATT ON/OFF
When the jumper is on, the controller enables the RAM and RTC battery backup (default = off). Once the
controller is installed, the jumper must be on for correct operation. If you are required to replace the 3V
backup battery, we recommend that you set the jumper to off until the the battery is replaced. Note however,
if a complete power loss occurs, the time and date as well as all controller programming will be lost.
EOL (CONTROLLER NETWORK)
Places the EOL termination of the main controller network in circuit (default = off). Jumper should only
be on when the controller is the last controller in the network as demonstrated in Figure 3.
Figure 3: Sample EOL Jumper Settings
12V/24V (LOCK #1)
Selects the output voltage of the “LK1+” terminal when the Lock#1 relay is active (default = 12V). When
the jumper is on pins 1 & 2 the output will be 12V. If the jumper is on pins 2 & 3 the output will be 24V.
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DIP SWITCH SETTINGS
As shown in “Figure 2” on page 8, a set of eight dip switches can found on the lower left hand side of the controller.
These dip switches are used to set certain modes in the controller as described below. Changes to the dip switch
settings will only be applied when the controller is powered up or if you press the “Reset Switch” located on the
lower left hand side of the controller.
DEF/RUN DIP SWITCH
Set the dip switch to the off (Run) position for normal operation. If you wish to reset the controller to its
default settings, set the dip switch to the on (Def) position, then power up the controller or press the
“Reset Switch” on the lower left hand side of the controller. Default setting is off (Run).
9.6K/19.2K DIP SWITCH
Select the appropriate communications baud rate between the access control server and the network of
controllers. Set the dip switch to the on position for 9.6K or set the dip switch to the off position for 19.2K.
Default setting is off (19.2K). Verify that the CA-A360 Converter has also been set accordingly.
CONTROLLER ADDRESS ASSIGNMENT
Each site can manage up to 256 controllers. The 256 controllers are divided into four controller loops of up
to 64 controllers each. Using “Table 1” on page 10, set the dip switches to the desired controller address.
  EachoftheseloopsisassignedtoaspecicCOMport.ControllersconnectedtotheselectedCOMport
  willbeassignedtoaspecicaddress.Theaccesscontrolserver(CentaurSoftware)willrecognizethese
dip switch settings. For more detailed information, please refer to the Centaur Software Manual.
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12V/24V (LOCK #2)
Selects the output voltage of the “LK2+” terminal when the Lock#2 relay is active (default = 12V). When the
jumper is on pins 1 & 2 the output will be 12V. If the jumper is on pins 2 & 3 the output will be 24V.
HIGH/LOW (NETWORK IMPEDANCE)
Select the impedance of the RS-485 network (default = high). Set both jumpers to high when running
normally. When running the Centaur Lite edition and connecting directly to the 9-pin serial port, you must
set both jumpers to low.
EOL (E-BUS NETWORK)
Places the EOL termination of the controller’s E-bus network in circuit (default = on). If the controller is at
the end of the E-Bus network, the jumper should be on. If the controller is in the middle of the E-Bus
network, the jumper must be off. Please refer to Figure 4.
HIGH/LOW (E-BUS IMPEDANCE)
Select the impedance of the E-bus for the RS-485 (default: low). Set to low when running normally. Set to
high when running special E-Bus devices.
Figure 4: Sample E-Bus EOL Jumper Settings
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Table 1: Assigning Controller Addresses Via Dip Switches
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Cont.
Add.
Dip Switches Cont.
Add.
Dip Switches Cont.
Add.
Dip Switches
1 2 4 8 16 32 1 2 4 8 16 32 1 2 4 8 16 32
1 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 23 OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF 45 OFF OFF ON ON OFF ON
2ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF 24 ON ON ON OFF ON OFF 46 ON OFF ON ON OFF ON
3 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF 25 OFF OFF OFF ON ON OFF 47 OFF ON ON ON OFF ON
4ON ON OFF OFF OFF OFF 26 ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF 48 ON ON ON ON OFF ON
5 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF 27 OFF ON OFF ON ON OFF 49 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON ON
6ON OFF ON OFF OFF OFF 28 ON ON OFF ON ON OFF 50 ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON
7 OFF ON ON OFF OFF OFF 29 OFF OFF ON ON ON OFF 51 OFF ON OFF OFF ON ON
8ON ON ON OFF OFF OFF 30 ON OFF ON ON ON OFF 52 ON ON OFF OFF ON ON
9 OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF 31 OFF ON ON ON ON OFF 53 OFF OFF ON OFF ON ON
10 ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF 32 ON ON ON ON ON OFF 54 ON OFF ON OFF ON ON
11 OFF ON OFF ON OFF OFF 33 OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON 55 OFF ON ON OFF ON ON
12 ON ON OFF ON OFF OFF 34 ON OFF OFF OFF OFF ON 56 ON ON ON OFF ON ON
13 OFF OFF ON ON OFF OFF 35 OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON 57 OFF OFF OFF ON ON ON
14 ON OFF ON ON OFF OFF 36 ON ON OFF OFF OFF ON 58 ON OFF OFF ON ON ON
15 OFF ON ON ON OFF OFF 37 OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON 59 OFF ON OFF ON ON ON
16 ON ON ON ON OFF OFF 38 ON OFF ON OFF OFF ON 60 ON ON OFF ON ON ON
17 OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF 39 OFF ON ON OFF OFF ON 61 OFF OFF ON ON ON ON
18 ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF 40 ON ON ON OFF OFF ON 62 ON OFF ON ON ON ON
19 OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF 41 OFF OFF OFF ON OFF ON 63 OFF ON ON ON ON ON
20 ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF 42 ON OFF OFF ON OFF ON 64 ON ON ON ON ON ON
21 OFF OFF ON OFF ON OFF 43 OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON
22 ON OFF ON OFF ON OFF 44 ON ON OFF ON OFF ON
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ACCESS CONTROL NETWORK
CONNECTING THE ACCESS CONTROL SERVER
There are two ways of connecting the controller network to the access control server. If the access control server is
 locatedmorethan25feetfromtherstcontroller,youwillberequiredtousetheCA-360converterasshownin
 Figure5.If theaccesscontrol server islocated less than25 feet fromtherst controller, youcanconnect the
access control server directly to the controller’s RS-232 port as shown in Figure 6. The controller then performs
the conversion of RS-232 to RS-485 internally.
Figure 5: Connecting to the Access Control Server via RS-485
Figure 6: Connecting to the Access Control Server via RS-282
Figure 7: Connecting a Centaur Software Key
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ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM OVERVIEW
For an overview of the access control system using Centaur 2.0, refer to “Figure 8” on page 12. For an overview
of the access control system using Centaur 3.0, refer to “Figure 9” on page 13. Please take note of the following
items concerning the connection of the controller network to the access control server:
• Centaur 2.0: Up to 16 controllers can be connected to the access control server to control a total of 32 readers.
Centaur 3.0: Up to 256 controllers can be connected to the access control server to control a total of 512 readers
(expandable to 2048 readers).
• Controllers are connected in “daisy chain” format or can be connected in a “star network” when using the CA-A370
Network Hub. “Y” networks cannot be used when connecting the RS-485 communications bus between controllers.
• The controller addresses assigned by the dip switches on each controller (see page 9) do not have to correspond
to the actual order of controller placement along the RS-485 network. However, we recommend that this is done
to facilitate trouble shooting and installation service.
 •ConnecttheA1+,B1-andGNDoftherstcontrollertotheA1+,B1-andGNDofthesecondcontrollerusingBelden
1227A type cable. Repeat from the second controller to the third and so forth to a maximum of 1220m (4000 ft.).
• Depending on the location of a controller it may be required to place the Controller Network EOL jumper on. For
more information refer to “EOL (Controller Network)” on page 8.
• To change the communication speed:
- stop communications in the CENTAUR software
- change the baud rate in the software
- change the dip switch settings on all controllers
- press the reset button on each board
- if using the CA-A360 Converter, change the baud rate jumper (J5) to on
- start communications
Figure 8: Overview of Access Control System Using Centaur 2.0
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Figure 9: Overview of Access Control System Using Centaur 3.0
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INPUTS AND OUTPUTS
READERS AND KEYPADS
 Each CT-V900 controller supports up to two readers and two keypads. With some congurations this can be
expanded to a maximum of four readers and four keypads. If you are using the Anti-Passback mode, you will be
limited to two controlled doors or one entry/exit door. Most Wiegand keypads and readers are connected as shown
below. When installing a keypad with a Wiegand output, the keypad’s “D0” and “D1” wires should be connected to
the same terminals as the reader’s (the reader output must be open collector). Depending on the required
application more than one keypad and/or reader can be connected to the same terminals.
Figure 10: Reader and Keypad Connections
 Belowyouwillndexamplesofthemanydoorcongurationsthatarepossible.Fordetailsanddrawingsofsome
of these example refer to “Diagrams” on page 19.
• Controlled entry with free exit (request for exit via detector or button)
• Keypad only entry with free exit
• Controlled entry and exit by using 2 readers per door (no entry or exit registration)
• Controlled entry and exit by using 2 readers and 2 keypads per door (no entry or exit registration)
• Reader entry with keypad exit (single or multiple codes)
• Controlled entry and exit with Anti-Passback and registration of entry and exit (uses 2 reader ports and 2 doors)
Using the wrong voltage may damage your reader or keypad and invalidate the controller warranty.
PROGRAMMABLE OUTPUTS
Most readers and keypads have built-in buzzers and LEDs. These should be connected to controller’s
programmable outputs (OUT1 to OUT6) as shown in Figure 10. These are open collector outputs capable of sinking
 25mAwitha10Ωlimitingresistor.Forinformationonhowtoprogramtheoutputs,pleaserefertotheCentaur
Operator’s Manual. The default settings are as follows:
• Output 1 - Access Granted Door 1
• Output 2 - Access Granted Door 1
• Output 3 - Access Granted Door 2
• Output 4 - Access Granted Door 2
• Output 5 - Waiting for Keypad Door 1
• Output 6 - Waiting for Keypad Door 2
Typically, a red/green indicator on the reader will inform the card user that access has been granted (changes from
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 redtogreen),accesshasbeendenied(ashingred),orthedoorislocked(solidred).Typically,thereaderbuzzer
or an external sounding device will inform the card user that the door has been left open after a valid access or the
door has been forced open. The functions of all these outputs are programmable through the Centaur software.
Figure 11: Connecting Locking Devices
LOCKING DEVICES
Each controller has two lock outputs and each of these outputs is associated to a reader input. Using the lock output
jumpers you can set each lock output to provide 12VDC or 24VDC (see “Jumper Settings” on page 8). A lock output
voltage of 24VDC is recommended for most locking devices. Lock outputs are protected by fuseless technology and
will shutdown if the current exceeds 800mA @ 12/24VDC.
• If you have one door with a reader on each side of the door, you can use either lock output.
• You can program the lock outputs to function in “fail-safe” (remove power to unlock a door) or “fail-secure” mode
(power required to unlock a door).
 •WhenusingElectronicMagClampsorsimilardevicesensurethatthecurrentspecicationsarenotexceeded.
 • When interconnection to a re alarm system is required, we recommend the CA-A110 Lock Control Module.
 Thismodulecanbeusedtocutpowertothelocksduringarealarm.Refertothemodule’sinstallationinstructions
for connection of the CA-A110 device.
Always consult the regulatory agency in your area for existing regulations regarding doors designated as
emergency exits.
Figure 12: Connecting Locking Devices using CA-A110 Lock Control Module
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INPUTS
Each controller can monitor the state of up to 16 inputs such as magnetic contacts, motion detectors, temperature
sensors or other devices. The following are examples of the type of inputs that can be monitored:
Magnetic Door Contact: Permits supervision of door “status” (opened, closed, opened too long, forced open).
Inputs 1 and 9 are assigned by default as the door contact of doors 1 and 2 respectively.
When using defaults, you can easily swap terminals when troubleshooting.
Request for Exit (REX): Thedeviceusedcanbeapushbutton,vertical-viewmotiondetectororoormatsensor.
The door can then be programmed to unlock on a REX detection. Not required if there is a reader/keypad on both
sides of the door. When a magnetic door contact is installed, the system can differentiate between a door forced
open and an authorized exit. Inputs 2 and 10 (3 and 11 for NC Input Connection above) are, by default, assigned
to REX of doors 1 and 2 respectively.
Inputs can be installed to a maximum distance of 1000m (3300ft.) from the controller when using AWG #22. Only
one of the following input connections can be used per controller (see Figure 13).
NC INPUT CONNECTION (8 INPUTS)
When using this method, only one device can be connected to each input for a total of eight input devices. All
i nputs on the selected controller must be connected using the NC Input Connection Method described in
Figure 13. This setup will not support tamper and wire fault (short circuit) recognition, but will generate an
alarm condition when the state of the input is breached. Only odd numbered inputs (1, 3, 5...) need to be
programmed.
ATZ 2R CONNECTION (16 INPUTS)
This method allows you to connect two devices to each controller input for a total of 16 input devices. All
i nputs on the selected controller must be connected using the ATZ 2R Input Connection Method described in
Figure 13. This setup will not support wire fault (short circuit) recognition, but will generate an alarm condition
when the state of the input or its tamper switch is breached. Since an EOL resistor is not installed in this
 conguration,ifthelineiscut,atamperalarmwillbegenerated.
ATZ 3R CONNECTION (16 INPUTS)
This method allows you to connect two devices to each controller input for a total of 16 input devices. All
inputs on the selected controller must be connected using the ATZ 3R Input Connection Method described in
Figure 13. This setup will generate an alarm condition when the state of the input or its tamper switch is
breached. An alarm condition will also be generated when a wire fault (short circuit) occurs.
Figure 13: Input Connection Methods
RELAYS
Each controller has two 30VDC, 110VAC, 5A resistive form “C” relays with a “normally open” and a “normally
closed” contact. These relays can be used to activate alarm sounders or other devices such as lighting control, air
conditioning. An additional 14 relays can be added per controller by connecting two CA-A460 Relay Expansion
modules to the controller’s E-Bus. The relays can be programmed to activate or deactivate according to a schedule,
input or event.
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SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
RECOMMENDED WIRING
CT-V900 CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS
System Resources
Doors: 2 (expandable to 8)
Cards: 10,920 (expandable)
Schedules: 512 (expandable)
Buffered Events: 2048 (expandable)
Operating Temperature: 5°C to 55°C (41°F to 133°F)
System Autonomy: Full Distributed Architecture (100% Off-line Operation)
Firmware: Online Upgradeable
Cabinet (Custom Printable): H: 39cm (15.5»), W: 33cm (13»), D: 10cm (4»)
Elevator Control (Centaur 3.0 only)
Controlled Elevators: 2
Floors per Elevator: 64
Schedules per Floor per Elevator: Yes
Floor Groups: 128
Inputs
Readers: 2 Wiegand or Track 2 Magnetic Swipe Card Readers
Keypads: 2 Wiegand and/or BCD Keypads
Multi-Purpose Inputs: 8 using N.C. or 16 using ATZ with 2R/3R
Controller Tamper: Normally Closed (N.C.) contact
Communication
Ports: 2 (expandable)
RS-232 Support: Network (Lite Edition) or Modem Connection
Controller Network: RS-485 @ 9.6K baud/19.2K baud, Ethernet 10 BASE T,
Fiber-Optic Interface Support and RS-232
Expansion Bus (E-Bus): RS-485, Plug and Play
Max. Distance (E-Bus): 1220m (4000ft.)
Power Supply
AC Power: 24VAC, 75VA
Frequency: 50Hz/60Hz
Max. Current: 2.5A
AC Loss Indicator: Yes
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On-Board Protection
24VDC: 2.5A Fuseless Protection
12VDC: 1A Fuseless Protection
5VDC: 1A Fuseless Protection
AC Protection: 5A Fuse
Battery Reversal Protection: 7A Fuse
Fuse Failure Indication: Event Generation and LED Display on ALL supplies
Battery Backup
Battery Capacity: Two 12VDC, 7Ah
Low Battery @: 20.5VDC
Low Battery Restore @: 23.4VDC
Low Battery Cut-Off @: 16.8VDC
Outputs
Lock Outputs: 2 Outputs: 350mA @12/24VDC
Relays: 2 Form «C» Relays: 5A 30VDC Resistive (Expandable to 16 with CA-A460)
Programmable Outputs: 6 Open Collector 25mA Sink
• Distributed Architecture (100% off-line operation) • Local Anti-passback
• Dynamic Memory Adjustment • Operates with all Centaur Software Applications
• E-Bus for Plug and Play expansion modules • Ethernet or Network Ready
• On-Line Upgradable Firmware • Supports elevator control
• Multiple Reader Technology • RS-232 and RS-485 support
Output Volts DC Typical Current (mA) Maximum Current
(mA)
Combined Maximum
Current
00805321+1tuptuOkcoL
24VDC = 1.3A
12VDC = 1.0A
5VDC = 180mA
00805342+
00805321+2tuptuOkcoL
00805342+
081085+1redaeR
000102121+
003105242+
08108
5+2re
daeR
000102121+
003105242+
081055+yrailixuA
000100221+
003105242+
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DIAGRAMS
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
Figure 14: Overview of Controller Connections
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CONTROLLED ENTRY AND EXIT
Reader 1 can be assigned as “Entry” and reader 2 as “Exit”, or vice versa. The status of the door is monitored by
installing a magnetic door contact (reed switch). Separate wire runs must be installed for each card reader, door
 contactanddoorlockingdevice.Withthisconguration,acardand/orkeypadaccesscodewillberequiredtoenter
and exit the protected area.
Figure 15: Controlled Entry and Exit
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