Comelit PAC GDX Series User manual

GDX Audio and Video Door Entry
Installation Guide for systems with —
Up to 32 Audio handsets
Up to 16 Audio & Video handsets
Version 1—February 2023

Wiring Specifications
Installation wiring must be in accordance with the
country of installation's National Wiring regulations.
E.g. For UK: BS7671, IET Wiring Standards and Regulations.
Injury or death by electric shock may result if ignored.
Wiring must be carried out by suitably qualified and competent personnel.
Audio Handset Wiring
3-pair CW1308 cable Max. length – 50m Handset connection to
Audio Line Card
Video Handset Wiring
3-pair CW1308 cable (Video)
3-pair CW1308 cable (Audio) Max. length – 50m Handset connection to
Video Line Card
Standalone Reader Wiring
0.75mm min. flex Max. length – 100m Lock connections
3-pair CW1308 cable Max. length – 100m Internal wiring
Call Control Unit / System Expansion Unit Wiring
0.75mm min. flex Max. length – 100m Lock connections
6-pair CW1308 cable Max. length – 100m Internal wiring
Entrance Panel Wiring
2-core 0.75mm min. flex Max. length – 100m Lock connections
6-pair CW1308 cable (Video)
6-pair CW1308 cable (Audio) Max. length – 100m Internal wiring
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Health and Safety
IMPORTANT
When installing the hardware the following should be noted. Please read all these instructions and
save them for later use.
The installation of this system must meet the requirements of the country of installation’s National
Wiring Regulations (BS7671, IET National Wiring Regulations in the UK) and EN60950-1. It must
only be carried out by suitably competent, qualified and experienced personnel.
Failure to do so can result in injury or death by electric shock.
Installation must also comply with any local Fire, Health and Safety regulations. A secured door that
may be part of an escape route must always be fitted with the following.
lA fail-safe lock so that the door will be released if the power fails. Ideally a magnetic lock
should be used as these are less likely to jam or seize.
lA normally-closed break-glass or manual pull in the lock supply wiring so that in an emergency
the fail-safe lock can be immediately de-energised.
Failure to do so may lead to injury or death in the event of a fire.
The controller must be earthed. Isolate the controller power supply before working on the controller.
Failure to do so may damage the unit.
Cabling
The cabling used in the control systems should be routed in a manner to avoid running alongside any
heavy load switching cables.
If this is unavoidable, cross the cable at right angles every 3.3–6.6ft / 1–2m to reduce the
interference.
ESD Precautions
The product contains static-sensitive devices and an earth grounding strap must be worn when
handling the hardware.
RFID Devices
RFID technology is now widely used in a number of industries, it is possible that interaction between
your credential and other devices in the vicinity may cause incorrect operation or recognition. Should
you suspect that you have experienced such a problem, ensure the interfering device is out of range.
This only applies if any RFID devices have been fitted.
WEEE Directive and Product Disposal
At the end of its serviceable life this product should not be treated as household or general waste. It
should be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment or returned to the supplier for disposal.
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Lithium Batteries
Failure to read the following guidelines carefully may result in injury.
Danger of explosion if lithium batteries are incorrectly replaced or handled.
lEnsure that lithium batteries are never short circuited.
lAlways store lithium batteries separately in non-conducting materials.
lNever replace a lithium battery with the incorrect type.
lYou must follow the law on moving hazardous waste if you transport batteries yourself.
lhttps://www.gov.uk/battery-waste-supplier-reponsibilities
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Glossary
'2Audio' (channels) Up to two audio channels are available for calls.
'7Audio' (channels) Up to seven audio channels are available for calls.
'2Audio' & Video Up to two audio channels (including a max. of two audio with
video) are available for calls.
'7Audio' & Video Up to seven audio channels (including a max. of four audio with
video) are available for calls.
Audio Distribution Card Located in the SEUand provides the distribution of audio calls
between CCUs.
Audio Line Card Located in the CCU and supports audio calls from an Entrance
Panel to end-users.
Call Control Unit (CCU)
Boxed enclosure that contains all of the necessary equipment
(power, distribution and terminations) required to provide
communications between Entrance Panels and end-user
handsets.
Concierge Service
Remote management function for a centralised building
management team to provide lobby/reception services and to
access events logged on the system.
Entrance (or Door) A secured entry point controlled via the GDX system.
Entrance Panel
Facilitates secure door entry for end-users and enables access
control for visitors.
lEntrance Panel: deployed on a perimeter entrance to
manage secure access and enables visitor calling to the
whole GDXsystem.
lLanding Entrance Panel: deployed on an internal
entrance to manage secure access to an area/zone and
restricts visitor calling to specific GDX addresses.
Handset End-user device to answer visitor calls and unlock doors
remotely.
Line(s) Wired connection required to support a call to a dedicated
address on the GDXsystem.
Standalone Reader Access Control reader for door control and access control on a
secured entrance without visitor calling.
System Expansion Unit
(SEU)
Boxed enclosure that contains all of the necessary equipment
(power, distribution and terminations) required to provide
communications between CCUs, Entrance Panels and end-
user handsets.
Video Distribution Card Located in the SEUand provides the distribution of video calls
between CCUs.
Video Line Card Located in the CCU and supports video calls from an Entrance
Panel to end-users.
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GDX System Configurations—
Up to 32 Audio handsets
Up to 16 Audio & Video handsets
Select your GDX System from the options below to link to the relevant
Installation Overview and instructions.
AUDIO – up to 32 Lines
'2Audio' channels—up to 16 Lines
'2Audio' channels—up to 32 Lines
'7Audio' channels—up to 16 Lines
'7Audio' channels—up to 32 Lines
VIDEO – up to 16 Lines
'2Audio' & Video channels—up to 8 lines
'2Audio' & Video channels—up to 16 lines
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'2Audio' installations (up to 32 lines)
'2Audio' channels up to 16 lines
The block schematic above shows an example configuration of a GDX Audio system with
two entrances, also referred to as "doors" on Line Cards.
SYSTEM – maximum supported units
Up to 2 × Audio channels available to support a max. of 2 × Entrance Panels
Typical combinations for door connections:
l2 × Entrance Panels
l1 × Entrance Panel + 1 × Standalone Reader
1 × '2Audio' Call Control Unit
Return to GDX System Configuration
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'2Audio' channels up to 32 lines (using 2 × linked 16 line CCUs)
The block schematic above shows an example configuration of a GDX Audio system with
linked CCUs which can support up to four entrances, also referred to as "doors" on Line
Cards.
SYSTEM – maximum supported units
Up to 2 × Audio channels available to support a max. of 2 × Entrance Panels
A typical combination for up to four door connections:
l1 × Entrance Panel + 1 × Standalone Readers
lMax. 2 × Entrance Panels + max. of 2 × Standalone Readers
2 × '2Audio' linked Call Control Units
Return to GDX System Configuration
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'7Audio' channels up to 16 Lines
The block schematic above shows an example configuration of a GDX Audio system with
four entrances, also referred to as "doors" on Line Cards.
SYSTEM – maximum supported units
Up to 7 × Audio channels available to support:
lMax. 4 × Entrance Panels
OR
l1 × Concierge option +max. 4 × Entrance panels
Typical combinations for up to four door connections:
lMax. 4 × Entrance Panels (or a combination of Entrance
Panels and Standalone Readers)
OR
lMin. 1 × Entrance Panel + a combination of Entrance Panels
and Standalone Readers to the max. of door connections
within CCU
NOTE: Concierge can also be used with the above
combinations as it does not use a door connection.
1 × ''7Audio'' Call Control Unit
Return to GDX System Configuration
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'7Audio' channels only up to 32 Lines (using 2 × linked 16 line CCUs)
The block schematic above shows an example configuration of a GDX Audio system with
linked CCUs which can support up to four entrances, also referred to as "doors" on Line
Cards.
SYSTEM – maximum supported units
7 × Audio channels available to support:
lMax. 7 × Entrance Panels
OR
l1 × Concierge option +max. 6 × Entrance panels
2 × ''7Audio'' linked Call Control Units
Return to GDX System Configuration
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Audio Only Installation Process – up to 32 lines
STEP1 Install CCU Audio
STEP2 Install Entrance Panel
STEP3 Install Standalone Reader
STEP4 Install Handset
STEP5 Recommended checks
STEP6 OPTIONAL:
Token Administration
SIGN OFF
This installation guide is intended only as a summary
and checklist for installers familiar with this equipment.
If you need to contact technical support, please make
a note of the versions currently installed. This information
is provided on the Entrance Panel LCDduring power up.
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Continue to
CCU Audio Line Card Installation
Up to 32 Audio handsets
Return to GDX System Configuration
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1 CCU Audio Line Card
This section will list all relevant specifications and standards that apply to the GDX Audio
Line Card.
Product Specifications
Weight 10 kg
Temperature 0 °C to +35 °C
Humidity 0% to 90% Relative Humidity
Input Voltage 240 VAC, 50 Hz
Power 0.8A at 240VAC
Product Approvals Standards
EMC 2014/30/EU
Safety 2014/35/EU
RoHS 2011/65/EU
WEEE 2012/19/EU
https://pacgdx.com/compliance-declarations
Product Enclosure Dimensions
Suitable wall fixings must be used for the mounting of wall equipment depending on the wall
surface.
Size (mm) 600 (h) × 400 (w) × 100 (d)
Wall type Brick
Fixings Recommended: Four (qty) No. 10 × 40mm screw & wall plug
Max weight 10kg
Use appropriate fixings for the wall type.
Equipment Electrical Rating
All electrical equipment should have electrical ratings clearly stated on an identification label
and in any documentation provided. Any applicable fuse ratings will also be specified within
the documentation.
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1.1 Product Mounting
All equipment should be located in a safe location whilst remaining accessible for competent
service personnel. It is the responsibility of the competent personnel to observe appropriate
precautions when handling, lifting or installing heavy loads that require wall mounting.
lEquipment supplied within a lockable enclosure need not be installed within an area of
restricted access.
lHowever, equipment not within a lockable enclosure should be located within an area of
restricted access to competent personnel only.
The enclosure should be located in a dry
environment, mounted vertically on a flat wall.
1. Open the enclosure (unlock with the key provided if necessary) but do NOT
attempt to remove the door.
lThe galvanised back plate is removable, if this makes wall mounting easier, but it
does not restrict access to the mounting holes.
lBefore fixing this unit to a wall remove any knock-outs that are required, located
on the top and bottom of the line card enclosure, as these can be used for cable
entries.
lThere are two × 20mm knockouts at the top and four × 20mm knockouts at the
bottom of the enclosure.
lUse appropriate grommets as required.
Only use the knock-outs provided to prevent
potential damage to the line card.
Any attempt to create additional holes in the enclosure may cause metal shards
from the drilling to cause electrical damage to the power supply and electronics
contained within the line card.
2. Use the enclosure as a template to mark the four wall mounting holes.
3. Fix the enclosure securely to the wall using appropriate fixings for the wall
surface.
Installation Wiring
Installation wiring must be in accordance with BS7671 IET Wiring Standards and
Regulations. It must be carried out by suitably qualified personnel.
Failure to do so can result in injury or death.
An Earth connection must be made between the enclosure and power supply earth input.
Isolate the supply before working on the equipment.
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GDX Enclosure
The four wall mounting holes are indicated below. Use appropriate wall fixings to secure the
enclosure to the wall.
Enclosure mounting holes
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Audio Line Card Layout and Legend
No. Description
1 Telephone handset connections
2 LK6 Change / Protect header link
3 Audio channel connections
4 LK5 CAN data bus header link
5 LCD display and pushbuttons
6 LK8 and LK9 (DO NOT REMOVE)
7 Door power and control connections
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1.1 Line Card Connections
The connections from a Line Card to a door Entrance Panel comprise of audio, power and
data connections.
Entrance Panel connections
Cable run should be max. 100m.
Cable type Cable use
6 pair CW1308 Door panel power, data and audio
2 core 0.75mm min. flex Lock power
Door lock cabling (between Entrance Panel and Line Card) must
be separate to cabling for door panel power, data and audio.
Cabling to Fire Switches and Push To Exit buttons must also be separate 2-core flex cables
as they also carry lock power.
Door Entrance Panel Line Card
UNREG UNREG
0V 0V
LOCK PWR +12V LOCK 12V
LOCK PWR 0V LOCK 0V
CAN H CAN H
CAN L CAN L
CAN Header must be set to IN for Audio Line Card address 0.
All other Line Card CANheaders must be set to OUT.
CANH and CANLdo not cross over.
The following fuses are fitted on a Line Card:
Fuse No Fuse Value Fuse Use
FS1 3A QB Overall card fuse
FS2 1.6A QB Door 00 electronics and lock
FS3 1.6A QB Door 01 electronics and lock
FS6-FS21 500mA Handsets 1-16 thermal resetting
The thermal resetting fuse for each handset will not require replacing if it
operates. Resolve the problem and the fuse will reset itself once it cools in a
few seconds.
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Audio connections
Door Entrance Panel Line Card
RX+ TX+
RX- TX-
TX+ RX+
TX- RX-
The RX and TX connections cross between the Line Card and
the doorEntrance Panel but the + and – connections do not.
The “Audio Channel” for a door Entrance Panel is 1 or 2 for '2Audio' audio only systems and
1–7 for Audio & Video systems. This can be checked and set at the door Entry Panel LCD on
power up. Use the matching Audio Channel on the Line Card for the door audio.
If a handset 'bleeps' when it is called and the green LED is illuminated
but there is no audio or ring tone, check the following:
(1) the correct audio channel is selected in the line card and entrance panel
(2) the audio channel wiring are correct as per the Audio connections table
above
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Connecting Audio Line Cards
This is the wiring diagram for additional Audio Line Card connections.
The wiring connection to another Audio Line Card
is the same even if it is in a separate enclosure.
Ensure the CAN bus is wired in parallel across both Line Cards
Telephone handset connections
Only GDX telephone handsets should be installed with this system.
Under no circumstances should handsets of any other type be
connected onto a GDX Line Card as permanent damage may occur.
Cable type Cable use
3 pair CW1308 Handset power, data and audio
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The connections from the Line Card to the telephone handset are as follows:
Connection Use
1 Handset audio to entrance panel
2 DTMF signals for handset buttons
3 0V
4 +12VDC
Telephone handsets must be connected to the Audio Line Card starting with the lowest
postal address first, as per the front faceplate engraving. The entrance panel buttons have
been factory-wired to accept this order.
For digital Entrance Panel orders, programming of the postal addressing of the handsets will
be completed by the manufacturer.
The system will not work as expected if
this connection sequence is not followed.
1.2 Power Up Checks
Complete these checks before and after system power up.
Before system power Up
1. Use a multi-meter (OHMS) to check the impedance between the CANH and
CANL terminals is approx. 60 ohms, both at the Entrance Panel(s) and at the Line
Card(s). This is essential for reliable system operation.
Headers are factory fitted on Line Card 00 and Entrance Panel 00.
lIf impedance > 1K Ohms, no CAN headers are fitted.
lIf impedance > 60 Ohms, only 1 CAN header is fitted.
lIf impedance < 60 Ohms, too many CAN headers are fitted.
2. Check the audio connections between the door entrance panel(s) and the control
unit crossover the TX and RX connections but not the + and – connections.
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