Continental Access SUPERTERM CIC1800 Manual

SUPERTERM ®
CIC1800 / CICP1400UL
Access Control Unit
Installation and Service Manual
Version 1
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Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 2
FCC Warning
Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE
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 equipment in a residential
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which the user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with the Class A FCC limits.
"This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set
out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.”
Le present appareil numerique n’ émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numeriques de la class A prescrites dans le Réglement sur le brouillage radioélectriques edicté par le
ministere des Communications du Canada.
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A NAPCO SECURITY TECHNOLOGIES COMPANY

Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL3
The installation of this product should be made by qualified
service personnel and should conform to all local codes.
The lightning flash with arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is
intended to alert the user to the presence
of uninsulated 'dangerous voltage' within
the product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
WARNING
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions manual, may cause
interference to radio communications. It has been
tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
A computing device pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when operated in a
commercial environment. Operation of this product in
a residential area is likely to cause interference in
which case the user at his own expense will be
required to take whatever measures may be required
to correct the interference.
UNPACKING AND INSPECTION
Unpack carefully. This is an electronic product and
should be handled as such. Compare the items
received with the packing list with your order.
Be sure to save:
1. The shipping cartons and insert pieces. They
are the safest material in which to make future
shipments of the product
2. The IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS sheet
3. These Installation and Operating Instructions.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
MAINTENANCE
User maintenance of this unit is limited to
external cleaning and inspection. For specific
recommendations refer to the IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS sheet packaged with this
product

Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 4
Table of Contents
DESCRIPTION ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
4-DOOR VERSION ....................................................................................................................................................................... 7
REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS..................................................................................................................................... 8
Regulatory Considerations for Superterm Installations........................................................................................................ 8
Installer Responsibilities (General) ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Installer Responsibilities UL294 General............................................................................................................................. 9
CONFIGURATION ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Standard Version ................................................................................................................................................................ 10
Expanded Version ............................................................................................................................................................... 10
Memory Configurations ...................................................................................................................................................... 10
Expansion Boards and Accessories..................................................................................................................................... 11
Memory Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................. 11
Digital Input/Digital Output (D1/DO) Board ..................................................................................................................... 11
Supervised Alarm Board ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
Battery Backup.................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Power Transformer............................................................................................................................................................. 11
INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................................................... 12
About This Manual.............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Installation Preparation...................................................................................................................................................... 13
Cabinet Mounting ............................................................................................................................................................... 14
Cable Routing ..................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Incoming Power Conduit Knockout .................................................................................................................................... 15
Accessory Conduit Knockouts............................................................................................................................................. 15
Grounding Accessory Drain and Shield Wires ................................................................................................................... 15
POWER CONNECTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................... 16
AC Power Source Grounding.............................................................................................................................................. 16
120VAC Power.................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Superterm Circuit Board Layout......................................................................................................................................... 17
Step-Down Transformer Connection .................................................................................................................................. 18
Power Input Terminal Strip Jumpers.................................................................................................................................. 18
Battery Backup Connection................................................................................................................................................. 18
Expansion Power Supply Connection ................................................................................................................................. 19
DOOR CONNECTIONS......................................................................................................................................................... 20
Wiegand/Proximity Reader Connections ............................................................................................................................ 20
Wiegand/Proximity Reader Cable Requirements................................................................................................................ 20
Magnetic Stripe Reader Connection ................................................................................................................................... 22
Magnetic Stripe Reader Cable Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 22
Keypad Connection ............................................................................................................................................................. 23
Keypad Cable Requirements............................................................................................................................................... 23
Door Status Sensor Connection .......................................................................................................................................... 24
Door Status Sensor Cable Requirements ............................................................................................................................ 24
Request-to-Exit (Bypass) Sensor Connection...................................................................................................................... 25
Request-to-Exit Sensor Cable Requirements....................................................................................................................... 25
RELAY CONNECTIONS....................................................................................................................................................... 26
Description.......................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Door Strike Relays .............................................................................................................................................................. 26
Auxiliary Relays .................................................................................................................................................................. 26
Console Relay ..................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Relay Characteristics.......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Door Strike Relay Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 28
LOCAL Power Connection ................................................................................................................................................. 30
Emergency Sensor Connection ........................................................................................................................................... 30
LOCAL Power Door Strike Connection.............................................................................................................................. 32
Door Strike Relay Connection - Normally Open................................................................................................................. 32
Door Strike Relay Connection - Normally Closed .............................................................................................................. 32
REMOTE Power Mode ....................................................................................................................................................... 34

Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL5
Door Strike Relay Connection - Normally Open................................................................................................................. 34
Door Strike Relay Connection - Normally Closed .............................................................................................................. 34
Auxiliary Relay Connection ................................................................................................................................................ 34
Auxiliary Relay Power Requirements ................................................................................................................................. 34
Auxiliary Relay Connection - Normally Open (NO) ........................................................................................................... 34
Aux Relay Connection - Normally Closed (NC).................................................................................................................. 34
AUXILIARY POWER ............................................................................................................................................................ 36
Additional +12VDC Power Outlets .................................................................................................................................... 36
ALARM CONNECTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 38
Supervised Alarms............................................................................................................................................................... 38
Configuring an Alarm in the Supervised Condition............................................................................................................ 38
Alarm Cable Requirements ................................................................................................................................................. 38
Tamper Switch .................................................................................................................................................................... 38
COMMUNICATION CONNECTION.................................................................................................................................... 40
RS-232 Communications - Host Computer/Modem ............................................................................................................ 40
RS-232 Cable Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 40
RS-232 Jumper Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 40
Address Setting.................................................................................................................................................................... 40
Superterm to Host Computer/Modem Connection .............................................................................................................. 40
Networking........................................................................................................................................................................... 42
Network Jumper Settings ...................................................................................................................................................... 42
Network Cable Requirements................................................................................................................................................ 42
Network Address Settings...................................................................................................................................................... 42
RS-232 to RS-422 REPEAT Network .................................................................................................................................. 44
RS-232 to RS-422 REPEAT Jumper Setting........................................................................................................................ 44
RS-232 to RS-422 REPEAT Drain Wires............................................................................................................................ 44
RS-232 to RS-422 MULTIDROP Network .......................................................................................................................... 46
RS-232 to RS-422 MULTIDROP Drain Wires.................................................................................................................... 46
RS-232 to RS-422 MUTIDROP Jumper Setting.................................................................................................................. 46
RS-422 to RS-422 REPEAT Network .................................................................................................................................. 48
RS-422 to RS-422 REPEAT Drain Wires............................................................................................................................ 48
RS-422 to RS-422 REPEAT Jumper Setting........................................................................................................................ 48
RS-422 to RS-422 MULTIDROP Network .......................................................................................................................... 50
RS-422 to RS-422 MULTIDROP Drain Wires.................................................................................................................... 50
RS-422 to RS-422 MULTIDROP Jumper Setting................................................................................................................ 50
Auxiliary Communications Channels.................................................................................................................................. 52
COM1 Terminal Strip Connection ...................................................................................................................................... 52
Printer Cable Requirements................................................................................................................................................ 52
Printer Setup Parameters.................................................................................................................................................... 52
COM2 Terminal Strip Connection ...................................................................................................................................... 54
RS-232 Cable Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 54
XTM Terminal Strip Connections ....................................................................................................................................... 54
RS-485 Cable Requirements ............................................................................................................................................... 54
EXPANSION BOARD CONNECTIONS............................................................................................................................... 56
Expansion Input/Output Boards.......................................................................................................................................... 56
Expansion Board Connections............................................................................................................................................ 56
Supervised Alarm Board Installation.................................................................................................................................. 58
Supervised Alarm Board Power Connection....................................................................................................................... 58
Supervised Alarm Board Power Cable Requirements......................................................................................................... 58
Data/Control Line Ribbon Cable Connections ................................................................................................................... 58
Supervised Alarm Board Accessory Connections ............................................................................................................... 60
Supervised Alarm Cable Requirements............................................................................................................................... 60
Supervised Alarm Board Address Selection Jumper........................................................................................................... 60
Setting the Address Selection Jumper ................................................................................................................................. 60
DI/DO Board Connection ................................................................................................................................................... 62
DI/DO Board Power Cable Requirements.......................................................................................................................... 62
Data/Control Line Ribbon Cable Connections ................................................................................................................... 62
DI/DO Alarm Input Connections ........................................................................................................................................ 64
DI/DO Alarm Cable Requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 64
DI/DO Alarm Output Connections...................................................................................................................................... 66

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DI/DO Alarm Board Address Selection Jumper ................................................................................................................. 66
Setting the Address Selection Jumper ................................................................................................................................. 66
I/O SIGNAL MAPPING.......................................................................................................................................................... 68
Superterm Main Circuit Board: 8-Reader Version............................................................................................................ 68
Superterm Main Circuit Board: 4-Reader Version............................................................................................................ 69
Expansion I/O Boards......................................................................................................................................................... 70
DI/DO Board ...................................................................................................................................................................... 70
Supervised Alarm Board ..................................................................................................................................................... 71
SETTINGS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 72
Jumper Settings................................................................................................................................................................... 72
232-1 Jumper ...................................................................................................................................................................... 72
EOL1 Jumper ...................................................................................................................................................................... 72
EOL2 Jumper ...................................................................................................................................................................... 72
COM1 Jumper..................................................................................................................................................................... 74
COM2 Jumper..................................................................................................................................................................... 74
MONITOR Jumper.............................................................................................................................................................. 74
MBAT Jumper ..................................................................................................................................................................... 76
MODE1 Jumper .................................................................................................................................................................. 76
Door Strike Jumper Setting................................................................................................................................................. 78
LOCAL Power Jumper Setting............................................................................................................................................ 78
REMOTE Power Jumper Setting ........................................................................................................................................ 78
TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................................................... 80
LED Diagnostics................................................................................................................................................................. 80
Superterm Circuit Board Main Fuse................................................................................................................................... 81
Superterm Door Strike Fuses.............................................................................................................................................. 81
UPGRADING.......................................................................................................................................................................... 82
Expanded Memory Upgrade ............................................................................................................................................... 82
256K Memory Module ........................................................................................................................................................ 82
Installing the 256K Memory Module .................................................................................................................................. 82
2MB Memory Board............................................................................................................................................................ 84
Mounting the 2MB Memory Board ..................................................................................................................................... 84
MAINTENANCE.................................................................................................................................................................... 86
Power Supply Replacement................................................................................................................................................. 86
Backup Battery Replacement .............................................................................................................................................. 87
Backup Battery In-Line Fuse Replacement......................................................................................................................... 87
Superterm Step-Down Transformer Replacement............................................................................................................... 88
Service Entrance Fuse Replacement................................................................................................................................... 89
SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................. 90
POWER RATINGS ................................................................................................................................................................. 91

DESCRIPTION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL7
Figure 1 - Superterm Cabinet
DESCRIPTION
The Superterm is a fully programmable, self contained,
8-door access control system that offers users
flexibility, expandability, and simplicity. Operating as a
stand-alone unit or within a network, each Superterm
makes independent access control decisions.
The Superterm accepts Wiegand, Magnetic Stripe,
Proximity card readers and Keypads to control the
access functions for a maximum of eight individual sites
(entrances/exits). It supports a maximum of 24 alarm
devices including door contact sensors, door bypass
switches, or other related detection accessories.
Seventeen onboard Form C relays support door locking
mechanisms, door alarm shunts, request to-exit sensors
or handicapped access privileges.
The standard Superterm features a user-programmable,
onboard database that supports a maximum of 10,000
card holders. Expansion components enable the
Superterm to support up to 20,000 card holders (256K
version) or a maximum 200,000 card holders (2MB
version).
The standard Superterm uses an onboard 7AmpHour
(AH) backup battery to carry out full access control
functions for a period of four hours in the event of an
AC power supply loss. The expanded Superterm
features an onboard 12AH backup battery to operate
system devices for the same length of time (four hours).
In addition, an internal lithium battery protects the on-
board database and programmed operating instructions
from loss for a period of ten months. In the event of a
total failure of the AC power supply and the backup
battery, the Superterm would immediately be ready for
full operating capability once a source of operating
power is re-established.
For enhanced site access control requirements, multiple
Superterm units (a maximum of 32) may be networked
together or with other Continental Instruments products
including Smarterm, Miniterm, and Microterm. A
Superterm network may be configured to operate in a
repeater mode or in a multidrop mode, using the RS-422
communications protocols.
A single host computer may be used to manage and
program one Superterm or a fully developed network of
Superterms, saving equipment and installation costs,
database entry/deletion procedures, and monitoring
individual access usage.
Changes or upgrades to the Superterm operating
software are readily downloadable from the host
computer to either one specific Superterm or an entire
network of Superterms, eliminating the risky practice of
physically changing the ROM chips inside the unit(s).
4-Door Version
The Superterm is available as a 4-door version. The 4-
door version shares the same cabinet and main circuit
board as the 8-door version, but with fewer components.
The 4-door version of the Superterm supports four door
connectors, nine relays and 16 alarms. Installation
procedures for the 4-door version are the same as the 8-
door version.

REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 8
REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
Regulatory Considerations for Superterm
Installations
The Superterm has been designed to meet UL
standards.
The Superterm is Listed to UL 294 specifications.

REGULATORY CONSIDERATIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL9
Installer Responsibilities (General)
All wiring must conform to all National Electric
Code (NEC) specifications, where designated.
All wiring must conform to National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA) schedule 70
specifications, where designated.
All wiring must conform to any and all local
building electrical codes.
Furthermore,
The transient protection circuits built into the unit
will protect the Superterm and most of the
connected equipment only when the chassis of the
Superterm unit is effectively grounded.
The ratings and limitations declared on the
Superterm ETL label must not be exceeded.
No more than one DI/DO (relay
expansion) board may be
installed in the standard
Superterm version because an
excess current load may be
drawn from the on-board power supply when
all of the relays are activated.
In UL294-compliant installations, a maximum
of two DI/DO boards may be installed in the
expanded version of the Superterm when the
optional 12V power supply is installed.
Installer Responsibilities UL294 General
No more than one DI/DO board may be installed in
the standard Superterm unit. Two DI/DO boards
may be installed in the expanded version when the
optional 12V power supply and the optional 12AH
battery are used.
UL294 requires that the product be able to operate
under back-up power for four hours under the
worst-case situation. This condition will be met
with continuous activation of all accessory relays
when one DI/DO board is installed in the standard
Superterm and when two DI/DO boards are
installed in the expanded Superterm version.
Card Readers, Supervised Alarm Boards, and other
accessory equipment powered by the built-in
backup power may add loads that must not exceed
the panel’s ratings. See Capacities (Page 10).
There are no special restrictions on which model
Host Computer is used or which version of
software is installed.

CONFIGURATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 10
CONFIGURATION
Standard Version
Capacities
The standard version Superterm provides access
control functions for up to eight doors and eight
card readers. 5V or 12V terminals on the reader
connectors (DR1-DR8) normally power badge
readers.
The DI/DO board adds 16 accessory relay outputs
to the access control relay outputs provided on the
main board, and 8 unsupervised inputs using plain
contacts. The DI/DO board is rated 12V at
380mA, and is normally powered from the
Auxiliary Power (12V) terminals on the lower right
of the PCB.
Each of the 24 alarm inputs on the main board may
be configured as supervised alarms (requiring
termination resistors), or standard alarms (requiring
plain electrical contacts). Each Supervised Alarm
Board added to the Superterm increases the
number of supervised alarm inputs by 16. Three
Supervised Alarm Boards may be added to the
standard Superterm unit. The Supervised Alarm
Board is rated 12V at 50mA, and is normally
powered from the Auxiliary Power (12V) terminals
on the lower-right of the PCB.
To assure backup power lasts the expected four
hours and that the panel will operate correctly
under mains “brownout” conditions, the accessory
load must not exceed 800mA total from the 12 volt
and 5 volt power outputs.
EXAMPLE: If one DI/DO Board and two
Supervised Alarm Boards are installed, the drain
will be 480mA for these devices. Badge readers
connected to the +5 volt terminals must draw
320mA or less (800mA – 480mA). Eight badge
readers rated 35mA each would add a load of
280mA, bringing the total load to 760mA, and thus
meeting the load rating (1 x 380) + (2 x 50) + (8 x
35) = 760 mA.
EXAMPLE: If three Supervised Alarm Boards are
installed, the drain will be 150mA for these
devices. Seven standard badge readers rated 35mA
at 12 volts may added, with one long-range reader
rated 100mA at 12 volts, for a net 12 volt drain of
(3 x 50) + (7 x 35) + (1 x 200) = 495mA.
EXAMPLE: Six Wiegand readers rated 35mA are
powered from the 5V Pin on the DRx terminals.
The 5V drain is acceptable (6 x 35 = 210mA).
Two passive-infrared (PIR) sensors rated 50mA at
12V provide the request-to-exit signal in
lobby/reception areas. Two long-range proximity
readers rated 200mA at 12V are used in the
parking areas. The net drain is (6 x 35) + (2 x 50)
+ (2 x 200) = 710mA (acceptable). The 12V drain
is (2 x 50) + (2 x 200) = 500mA (acceptable).
All 12V accessories receive power from the
backup battery when the equipment is operating
during a power failure. Battery-backed power
supplies carrying UL294 or UL603 markings must
power accessory devices that are not powered
directly from the panel.
NOTE: Adding more than 1 expansion board
prevents the use of software virtual inputs.
Expanded Version
The expansion power option is bundled with a
larger backup battery allowing the unit to meet the
standby power requirements of UL294 when two
DI/DO boards are installed with all relays activated
at a 100% duty cycle.
Memory Configurations
The basic memory configuration provides
resources for downloadable firmware, as well as
for the cardholder database and a transaction
buffer. The nominal 256K memory expansion
provides 256K for the card database as well as
expanded firmware and transaction buffer space.
The 2MB Expansion Board allows the Superterm
to meet the requirements of managing large
cardholder populations.

CONFIGURATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL11
Expansion Boards and Accessories
Memory Expansion
Standard Memory: The standard version uses
a static 128K x 8 RAM (U61) to support
downloadable code, to provide working RAM,
and to support the card database.
256K Expansion: Static RAM (U61) expands
to 512K x 8 for support of 20,000 card holders.
Downloadable code is also expanded by this
option.
2 MB Expansion: An optional 2MB of RAM
may be added to the Superterm, providing
support for a maximum 200,000 card holders
(see Figure 2).
NOTE: Standard RAM (128K x 8) must be
installed along with the 2MB expansion board.
Digital Input/Digital Output (D1/DO) Board
The DI/DO Board supports up to eight, non-
supervised inputs and provides 16 relay outputs to
devices controlled by two state signals (see Figure
2).
Supervised Alarm Board
The Supervised Alarm Board supports 16
supervised alarms, with each alarm having five
states (normal, abnormal, open, short, and ground
fault).
Battery Backup
During power interruptions, the Superterm
continues operating for a maximum of 4 hours via
an on-board 7AmpHour back-up battery (standard
version) or a 12AmpHour back-up battery
(expanded version).
The backup battery provides DC power for all
Superterm access control and alarm monitoring
functions. After charging for 48-hours, the battery
carries the rated load for four or more hours. A
low-voltage battery sensing circuit protects the
Superterm by disconnecting the battery from the
main circuit if the battery discharges too much
current.
To provide adequate power for a minimum of four
hours, the standard Superterm 7AmpHour battery
allows the installation of only one DUDO board.
The expanded Superterm version includes a 12AH-
backup battery to provide adequate power for two
DI/DO boards for a minimum of four hours.
Power Transformer
The step-down transformer provides 14VAC to the
on-board linear power supply. An AC power
terminal block and grounding screw provide
connection points for the three incoming 120VAC
service lines.

INSTALLATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 12
INSTALLATION
Only qualified service personnel familiar with all
local building codes should attempt this
installation. Take appropriate safeguards to avoid
unintentional operation by employees and
maintenance personnel working about the
premises.
The installation of each Superterm system should
be completed and tested on its own before
connecting into a network. Any possible wiring or
installation problems are magnified many times by
the complexity of the network.
Once an individual system has been tested and
found operating satisfactorily, it can then be safely
brought into the network.
The following warnings are designed for the safety
of the Superterm install/service technician and for
the continued proper function of the Superterm
unit.
About This Manual
This manual describes the installation of the
Superterm Access Control Unit and the specific
accessories that connect to it.
NOTES: Notes are included with a
procedure informing the technician
about related material.
CAUTION
Cautions indicate that a particular
process requires special attention.
WARNING
Warnings indicate that a particular
process exposes the technician to
live circuits or that making wrong
connections can lead to equipment
failure.
CAUTION
Do not place accessory circuit
cables in the same conduit sections
containing power cables.
CAUTION
Prevent the risk of a fire by
replacing ALL fuses with the same
type and rating (see page 81,
Backup Battery Inline Fuse
Replacement). The main fuse
protects the linear power supply
circuit against excessive currents
and short circuits. Failure of the
linear power supply (other than a
blown fuse) usually indicates a
fault in a power supply component.
There are no user-serviceable parts
in the Superterm cabinet. The
power supply must be replaced if it
fails.
WARNING
The linear power supply has
exposed terminals (see page 8).
DO NOT probe the Superterm
cabinet and expose yourself to high
voltage and a shock hazard.
WARNING
The risk of a serious electrical
shock exists if the wiring harness
power connector is removed from
the Superterm circuit board, but
AC power remains live at the AC
Input Terminal Block (see Figure,
page 8).
WARNING
Prevent shock during servicing
when the POWER ON lamp is
disconnected. To determine if
power is present, check the status
of the Superterm's top LED (see
page 52, LED Diagnostics). The
top LED will be illuminated if
power is present.

INSTALLATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL13
Installation Preparation
First, select a mounting location within a secure,
limited access area (see Figure 3). Ensure that an
"earth ground" connection is available near the
Superterm installation site. Note the type of wall
construction that the enclosure will be secured to.
Determine that adequate space is available for
mounting the Superterm cabinet on a wall with
no interference from wires, pipes, or other
obstructions.
Proper installation of the Superterm cabinet
requires an area of free space measuring:
21.5 inches high (546mm)
X
21.25 inches wide (540mm)
X
7.0 inches deep (178mm)
Confirm that adequate free space exists on both
sides of the Superterm cabinet for cabling
conduit entering and exiting the cabinet.
Determine the directions of the cabling conduit
exiting the Superterm cabinet. Confirm
sufficient access to ceilings and/or walls before
fitting the conduit lengths.
Figure 3 - Superterm Installation Location

INSTALLATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 14
Cabinet Mounting
Inspect the mounting surface around the proposed
installation site. The mounting surface must be
capable of supporting 55 pounds (25Kg) plus any
additional weight of the installation hardware.
CAUTION
Use only suitable mounting hardware for the
type of wall construction encountered.
1. Determine the Superterm cabinet mounting
location.
2. Mark the four mounting holes against the
mounting surface using the Superterm cabinet
as a template or using the measurements
provided in Figure 4.
NOTE: Mark the small oval portion of the cabinet
screw holes (see Figure 5, Detail A).
3. Place the Superterm cabinet out of the way.
4. Drill pilot holes to the required depth and size
for the mounting screws.
5. Insert the mounting screws into the wall.
Leave approximately one quarter of the screw's
length protruding from the wall.
NOTE: Do not tighten screws completely at this
time.
6. Place the Superterm cabinet over the mounting
screws.
7. Secure the Superterm cabinet to the mounting
surface and tighten the remaining length of the
screws.
Secure the Superterm cabinet to the mounting
surface using the two lower screws, and then
tighten the remaining length of the screws.
Note: Use all 4 mounting screws to secure
cabinet to wall. For mounting to 3/4" thick
plywood, use four minimum 1/4" x 3/4" wood
screws. For mounting to sheetrock, use four
minimum 1/4" toggle bolts.
Figure 4 - Superterm Cabinet Mounting Hole
Dimensions
Figure 5 - Superterm Mounting Screws

INSTALLATION
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL15
Cable Routing
All associated cabling for the Superterm is divided
into two categories:
Power Cables and Accessory Relay Devices
This category contains all the power cables
servicing the Superterm and any accessory
relay controlled devices connected to it.
Communication Cables
This category contains all the communication
cabling between the Superterm and all
communication devices, all alarm devices, and
all card reader devices.
NOTE: For proper operation of the Superterm,
route EACH category of cabling in SEPARATE
conduit (i.e., DO NOT mix alarm communication
cables in the same conduit as relay power cables).
Incoming Power Conduit Knockout
The Superterm System requires 120VAC, 60 Hz
voltage to the AC Input Power Terminal Block
(see Page 10). The power cabling is delivered to
the Superterm through a knockout located on the
lower center of the left side cabinet wall (see
Figure 6). The knockout accepts EIA standard 1-
inch or 3/4 inch conduit connectors.
NOTE: All wiring must conform to National
Electric Code (NEC), NFPA 70, as well as any
local building codes.
Accessory Conduit Knockouts
All cabling for the Superterm is routed through
EIA standard two-size knockouts located on the
left and right sides of the cabinet (see Figure 6).
The outer knockout size accepts EIA standard 1-
inch conduit connectors and the inner knockout
accepts EIA standard 3/4-inch conduit connectors.
Grounding Accessory Drain and Shield
Wires
Ensure electromagnetic compatibility and reliable
performance by keeping all accessory drain and
shield wires as short as possible.
All accessory drain and shield wires (except RS-
232) connect to ground posts mounted along the
knockout strips on both sides of the Superterm
cabinet (see Figure 6).
The following procedures assure proper installation
of all drain and shield wires.
Carefully remove the cable jacket after the
cable enters the Superterm cabinet.
Place the drain and shield wires under the
ground post screw.
Verify a good connection and tighten the
ground post screw.
Connect the accessory wires to the appropriate
terminal strip on the Superterm circuit board.
Figure 6 - Cabling Conduit Knockouts

POWER CONNECTIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 16
POWER CONNECTIONS
AC Power Source Grounding
The Superterm main circuit board has built-in
surge suppression devices. The surge suppressors
require a good earth ground connection to operate
effectively.
Check the DC resistance between the 120VAC
power ground terminal and a known earth ground
such as a metal water pipe or structural steel
building component
CAUTION
DC resistance between the 120VAC power
ground terminal and a known earth ground
must be no greater than 50 ohms.
If the DC resistance is acceptable, install the
120VAC power cabling using the ground terminal
as the earth ground.
120VAC Power
The Superterm system requires 120VAC, 60 Hz
voltage. The incoming 120VAC source voltage
connects to the AC Input Power Terminal Block
located in the lower left-hand corner of the
Superterm cabinet (see Figure 7).
NOTE: Use of a dedicated, unswitched
120VAC power source results in optimal
performance with minimum interference.
Superterm units with optional 220VAC power are
available where required for use outside of North
America. This feature not evaluated by ETL.
WARNING
Verify that the AC source voltage is switched off
at the breaker panel before proceeding with
connections.
Table I lists the incoming 120VAC source voltage
connections to the AC Input Power Terminal
Block.
Table 1- AC Input Power Terminal Block Connections
Incoming 120VAC Wire Color AC Input Terminal Block
Line Black L
Neutral
Ground
White
Green
Figure 7 - AC Input Power Terminal Block

POWER CONNECTIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL17
Superterm Circuit Board Layout
The Superterm circuit board (see Figure 8) provides
wiring terminal strips for external access control
devices (card readers, keypads, alarms, etc.).
The following descriptions in this manual reference
the Superterm main circuit board, shown below, and
use cutaway drawings to identify specific locations
on the circuit board.
Figure 8 - Superterm Circuit Board Layout

POWER CONNECTIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 18
Step-Down Transformer Connection
The Superterm circuit board is powered from an
internal power supply driven by a separate step-
down transformer. The step-down transformer is
mounted on the bottom ledge of the Superterm
cabinet (see Figure 2, page 5, Superterm
Components).
The Step-Down transformer connects to the
Superterm circuit board through the Power Input
terminal strip (see Figure 8, page 11, Superterm
Circuit Board Layout).
Table 2 lists the connections between the Step-
Down Transformer and the Superterm Power Input
terminal strip. Refer to Figure 9, page 13, while
reading Table 2 for Step Down Transformer to
Superterm Circuit Board connections.
NOTES: If the Superterm is NOT using the
optional Expansion Power Supply, leave the
female Molex connector from the transformer
unconnected.
If the Superterm is equipped with an Expansion
Power Supply, connect the female Molex
connector from the Expansion Power Supply to the
male Molex connector of the Transformer
Assembly (see Figure 9).
Power Input Terminal Strip Jumpers
Pins 1, 2, and 3 of the standard Superterm (with no
Expansion Power Supply) must be jumped
together. Table 3 lists the pin connections on the
Power Input terminal strip that require jumpers.
Refer to Figure 9, page 13 while reading Table 3
for Power Input terminal strip jumper connection.
NOTE: If using an Expansion Power Supply, pin 1
must be open, and pins 2 and 3 must be jumpered
together. Refer to CAUTION on page 13.
Battery Backup Connection
During power interruptions, the Superterm
continues operating for a maximum of 4 hours via
an on-board 7A-hour back-up battery (standard
version) or a 12A-hour back-up battery (expanded
version).
Table 4 lists the connections from the Battery
Backup to the Superterm Power Input terminal
strip. Refer to Figure 9, page 13, while reading
Table 3 for Battery Backup to Superterm Circuit
Board connections.
WARNING
Do NOT connect the Backup Battery or provide
AC source voltage to the Superterm until all
accessory cabling is completed.
Table 2 - Connection Table for Step-Down
Transformer
Power Input Terminal Strip Transformer Assembly
Pin # Function Wire Color Function
1 REG IN
2 DC
3 CHARGER
4 +12V
5 -BAT
6 +BAT
7 AC2 Black AC Power
8 GND Yellow GND
9 AC1 White AC Power
Table 3 - Connection Table for Terminal Strip
Power Input Terminal Strip Backup Battery
Pin # Function Jumper
1 REG IN Jump to Pin 2 (DC)
2 DC Jump to Pin 1 (REG
IN) &3 (CHARGER)
3 CHARGER Jump to Pin 2 (DC)
4 +12V
5 -BAT
6 +BAT
7 AC2
8 GND
9 AC1
Table 4 - Connection Table for Backup Battery
Power Input Terminal Strip Backup Battery
Pin # Function Function
1 REG IN
2 DC
3 CHARGER
4 +12V
5 -BAT Neg (-) post
6 +BAT
7 AC2 Pos (+) post
8 GND
9 AC1

POWER CONNECTIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL19
Expansion Power Supply Connection
The Superterm circuit board provides +12V power
for accessories via an expansion power supply.
Table 5 lists the connections from the Expansion
Power Supply to the Power Input terminal strip
(see Figure 9).
NOTE: Connect the female Molex connector from
the Expansion Power Supply to the male Molex
connector of the Transformer Assembly (see
Figure 9).
CAUTION
Using the Expansion Power Supply requires
placing a jumper between pins 2 and 3 of the
Power Input terminal strip (see Figure 9 and
Table 5).
NOTE: Pin 1 must remain OPEN.
Table 5 - Connection Table for Expansion Power
Supply
Power Input Terminal Strip Expansion Power Supply
Pin # Function Wire Color Function
1 REG IN
2 DC
Jumper to pin 3 (CHARGER)
3 CHARGER Jumper to pin 2 (DC)
4 +12V Red Pos (+) post
5 -BAT Black Neg (-) post
6 +BAT
7 AC2
8 GND
9 AC1
Figure 9 - Connecting Transformer, Battery and Power Supply to Superterm Circuit Board

DOOR CONNECTIONS
Superterm CIC1800 / CICP1400UL 20
DOOR CONNECTIONS
Inputs from Card Readers, Keypads and Door
Alarms connect to the Superterm via eight terminal
strips (labeled DR1, DR2, DR3, DR4, DR5, DR6,
DR7, and DR8).
NOTE: The terminal strips are grouped in pairs
on one connector block.
Terminal strips DR1 and DR2 are paired
together on the same connector block located
in the upper left-hand comer of the Superterm
Circuit Board (see page 11, Superterm Circuit
Board Layout).
Terminal strips DR3 and DR4 are paired
together on the same connector block located
on the lower left-hand comer of the Superterm
Circuit Board.
Terminal strips DR5 and DR6 are paired
together on the same connector block in the
upper right-hand corner of the Superterm
Circuit Board.
Terminal strips DR7 and DR8 are paired
together on the same connector block located
on the lower right-hand side of the Superterm
Circuit Board.
Wiegand/Proximity Reader Connections
Wiegand/Proximity Readers connect to terminal
strips DR1 through DR8 (see Figure 10). Terminal
strips DRI through DR8 follow the same
connection procedures.
Table 6 lists the connections between the DR1
through DR8 terminal strips and the
Wiegand/Proximity Readers.
Table 6 - Connection Table for Wiegand
/Proximity Reader
DRx Terminal
Strip
Pin # Function Wire Color
1 +5VDC Red*
3 +12VDC Red*
4 Ground Black
5 LED Brown
6 Data-1/DAT White
7 Data-0/CLK Green
*Proximity Reader may be powered by either
+5VDC or +12VDC.
EXAMPLE: Four 5VDC Readers draw 35mA
each. 4 x 35 = 140mA (acceptable). Four 12VDC
Readers draw 100mA each. 4 x 100 = 400mA
(acceptable). Net 5VDC and 12VDC draw is
140mA + 400mA = 540mA, which is less than
800mA (acceptable).
Wiegand/Proximity Reader Cable
Requirements
Wiegand/Proximity Readers require a 5-conductor
cable between the Superterm and the particular unit
(see Figure 10).
NOTES: DO NOT use twisted pair cables.
Take into account that the Reader and Accessory
load on the standard Superterm must not exceed a
total of 800mA for 5V and 12V devices, and the
load on each power output (5V or 12V) must not
individually exceed 500mA.
Table 7 lists the cable gauge-vs-length
requirements for proper operation of the Superterm
and a Wiegand/Proximity Reader.
Table 7 - Cable Requirements for
Wiegand/Proximity Readers
Unit Distance Wire Gauge
(maximum)
Wiegand
Reader 1000ft/305m 22AWG Shielded
w/drain**
Proximity
Reader 1000ft/305m 18AWG Shielded
w/drain
** 500ft/153m maximum for unbuffered Wiegand
units.
CAUTION
Keep all drain and cable shield wires between the
Superterm and any Wiegand/Proximity Readers
short. Connect drain and cable shield wires to the
ground posts located on both sides of Superterm
cabinet. DO NOT ground drain wires and cable
shields at any other point.