Farpointe Data Ranger User manual

This Quick Start Guide is intended for experienced installation technicians. It is a basic reference to ensure all connections are properly made.
1.0 Description
Wireless Radio Transmitters and Long Range Receivers with an integrated receive antenna comprise Farpointe Data’s high frequency, long-range
identification solution known as Ranger1. Intended for security access control applications, Ranger’s wireless communication is based upon a secure,
digital, anti-playback routine2.
Ranger Transmitters are available in either a two or four-button configuration, with each corresponding to its own Wiegand output on the Ranger
Receiver. Each Transmitter includes an integrated red LED, used to indicate both positive button press and battery strength. Transmitters are equipped
standard with a proximity module compatible with Pyramid Series Proximity® readers and may be ordered with a contactless smartcard module. The
proximity or smartcard module allows the Transmitter to also be used as a close-range access credential. The modules may be ordered custom with a
proximity module interoperable with certain AWID® or HID® 125-kHz proximity protocol readers, or a contactless smartcard module (such as Mifare® 1K
or 4K) interoperable with Delta® Contactless Smartcard Readers.
2. Transmitter Layout
3.0 Output Formats
Transmitters are sequentially coded in either the industry standard 26-bit Wiegand format or custom Wiegand formats, with exact number sequences.
As a cross reference the Transmitters’ internal ID number is printed on the ID label found on the back of the Transmitter. Specific coding details,
including format, facility code, and ID range can be found on the Transmitter shipping box, as well as the shipment’s packing list.
4.0 Battery Replacement
Transmitters include a replaceable CR2032, 3.3V, lithium battery3. The battery should be replaced when a button press does not result in a flash of the
LED, reliable read range, and/or an output from the Receiver. To replace the battery, follow the directions below:
1. Using a coin, place it in the gap (2-piece unit) near the key ring holder and twist to pop the transmitter open.
2. Remove the old battery4.
3. Insert the new CR2032, 3.3V, lithium battery. Be sure the plus (+) side of the battery is facing up (‘+’ visible when installed).
4. Snap both pieces together.
5.0 Range
Maximum read range between the Transmitter and Receiver is up to 150-feet (45.7 m)5.
1 Models include the WRT-2+, WRT-2+H, WRT-2+A, WRT-4+, WRT-4+H, WRT-4+A, WRT-2+S1, WRT-2+S4 WRT-4+S1, and WRT-4+S4.
2Addresses the risks associated with code sniffing and unauthorized duplication.
3This lithium battery is widely available, and commonly used in electronic devices, including cameras and remote controls.
4Dispose of the battery according to local requirements. Recycle when possible.
5For best performance it is important that the Receiver be mounted as far from potential interference sources as possible. These sources may include, but are not limited to,
large metal obstructions, as well as magnetic fields and radio transmissions.
6The read range between the Transmitter and Receiver may be adjusted at the Receiver. As shipped, the Receiver is set for the maximum read range. This may be reduced
to a minimum of several feet by an adjustment on the Receiver.
Farpointe Data Transmitters
Quick Start Guide
Ranger®Long-Range Wireless
Radio Transmitter (433-MHz)
232 Santa Ana Court
Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
e-mail: suppor[email protected]
Web: www.farpointedata.com
P/N: 01602-001 Rev. 3
Buttons (1 to 4)
Key Ring Holder
Red LED
ID Label
Model WRT-4+ shown
Size: 2.5 x 1.4 x .52-inches
(63.5 x 35.6 x 13.2 mm

6.0 Enrollment
Transmitter must be clicked twice within a Receiver’s read range to be learned upon initial Receiver power up. This synchronizes the transmitter
and receiver rolling codes. If the transmitter is clicked more than five times outside of the Receivers read range the transmitter and receiver will be
desynchronized . To re-sync click twice again within read range.
7.0 Time-Out
Ranger transmitters make use of a time-out feature to preserve battery life and prevent interference with other transmitters on the field. When a button
is held down continuously the transmitter will transmit the code once and shutdown and will power up once the button is released.
8.0 Troubleshooting
Issue/Possible Cause Corrective Action
No data received/Transmitter not enrolled Transmitter must be clicked twice to be learned by the Receiver upon initial Receiver power up
Short Read Range/Receiver Knob Adjust range adjustment control to maximum setting (turn clockwise)
Some Buttons not working/Channel Jumper Jumper must be set to channel ‘A’ for buttons 1 & 2. Jumper must be set to channel ‘B’ for buttons 3 & 4
Prox insert not working/Compatibility Proximity or contactless smartcard module interoperability must be requested on PO
Should any of the corrective actions mentioned above not improve performance, please contact Farpointe directly.
Many Farpointe Data Readers carry the following certifications:
FCC compliance Statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Product can be used without license conditions or restrictions in all European Union countries, including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech
Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland,
Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, as well as other non-EU countries, including Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
Farpointe Data reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
©2012 Farpointe Data, Inc. All rights reserved. Farpointe Data, the Farpointe Data logo, Pyramid Series Proximity, Pyramid Series logo, Ranger and
Delta are registered trademarks of Farpointe Data, Inc. Mifare is a registered trademark of NXP Semiconductors. AWID is a trademark of Applied
Wireless Identifications Group. HID and the HID logo are registered trademarks of HID Global Corporation, an ASSA ABLOY company. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Farpointe Data Transmitters
Quick Start Guide
Ranger®Long-Range Wireless
Radio Transmitter (433-MHz)
232 Santa Ana Court
Sunnyvale, CA 94085 USA
Tel: [phone] Fax: [phone]
e-mail: suppor[email protected]
Web: www.farpointedata.com