GE 240 User manual

GE Contactless
Smart Card Reader
Model 240 and 245
Installation Guide
791 Park of Commerce Boulevard
Suite 100
Boca Raton, Florida 33487
(5 1) 998- 100
Part Number: 460563001B
January 2003

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Contents
Introduction ....................................................................................................... 1
Product Overview............................................................................................. 5
Features.................................................................................................5
Access Control System Compatibility ..............................................5
Installation.......................................................................................................... 7
Installation Considerations ................................................................8
Micro Compatibility............................................................................9
Reader-to-Micro Wiring Distance .....................................................9
Keypad Operation: Model 245...........................................................9
Wiring..................................................................................................10
Point-to-Point Wiring Diagrams......................................................12
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 19
Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 22
Regulatory Notices.......................................................................................... 23

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Figures
Figure 1: GE Contactless Smart Card Reader Model 240 ............ 1
Figure 2: GE Contactless Smart Card Reader Model 245 ............ 2
Figure 3: GE Model 24x Reader Bac plate
(includes tamper switch magnet) ................................... 3
Figure 4: Isolation Spacer ............................................................. 4
Figure 5: GE Model 24x Bac plate and Snap-on cover ................ 7
Figure 6: Bac -to-Bac /Center-to-Center Installation.................... 8
Figure 7: GE Model 24x Reader Wiring Diagram to
Micro/5 8RP ................................................................. 12
Figure 8: Model 24x Smart Card Reader Wiring Diagram
to J-Box ........................................................................ 13
Figure 9: GE Model 24x Reader to 2RP...................................... 14
Figure 10: GE Model 24x Reader to 8RP...................................... 16
Figure 11: GE Model 240x Reader to Micro.................................. 18
Figure 12: Stripping of Shield Grounds ......................................... 23

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FIGURE 3: GE Model 24x Reader Backplate (includes tamper switch
magnet)
Note: Mounting holes fit standard US single-width electrical box and
standard European (EMEA) electrical box hole patterns.
An Isolation Spacer (shown in Figure 4) may be used to improve the read-
range distance when mounting to metal surfaces. Dimensions are the
same as the Reader Backplate.

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FIGURE 4: Isolation Spacer

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Product Overview
Features
• Universal compatibility with all ISO 15963 and ISO 14443A
credentials (badges, disc tags, and key fobs).
• Supervised four-state (open, closed, wire cut, and wire short)
monitoringfordoorcontacts,REX(requesttoexit).
• Electrical protection (reverse polarity diode protection on power
lines).
• Data lines; high-speed transient voltage suppressor diodes
• Compatible with Micro/5 2RP and 8RP Reader Processor boards,
Micro/PX-2000, and Micro/PXN-2000 controllers
• IP 65-rated sealed electronics for deployment in both interior and
exterior environments.
• Integrated reader tamper protection and supervised data
communications.
• Reads the serial BID (badge ID) number of all ISO 15693 and ISO
14443A credentials.
• 12-button tactile membrane keypad (3 x 4 matrix) for PIN (personal
identification number) entry (Model 245 only).
• RS-485 communications for reader firmware maintenance operations.
Access Control System Compatibility
The Model 24x badge reader outputs a 16-digit badge identification (BID)
number. As a result, the Model 24x Smart Card Readers are compatible
with Picture Perfect while microcontrollers on a Secure Perfect system
must be field-configured for Model 24x compatibility.
Picture Perfect Edition Setup
Refer to Access/Badge Formats or to the Picture Perfect online help for
assistance. A 16-digit BID format must be defined within Picture Perfect.
Enter a suitable badge format description. Example: 16-digit BID
and define the format: %16S.
Secure Perfect Edition Setup
The Secure Perfect Edition access control system supports Badge IDs
(BIDs) up to a maximum of 12-digits. Since the Model 24x readers output
a 16-digit BID number, the Secure Perfect host controller/

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microcontrollers must be specially configured to receive the incoming 16-
digit BID numbers, and convert them into the proper 12-digit BID format.
To make a Secure Perfect 4.0 or higher system compatible with the
complete line of GE Contactless Smart Card Reader, do the following:
• Install Secure Perfect Edition, 4.0 or higher
•LoadtheSecure Perfect Update CD in the server CD drive
• Locate the Badge Formats folder
• In the Badge Formats folder, locate the 15693.REG file
• Double-click the 15693.REG to configure the Secure Perfect Edition
system
This file configures the Secure Perfect Edition’s system to communicate
with the GE Contactless Smart Card Readers.

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Installation
FIGURE 5: GE Model 24x Backplate and Snap-on cover
The front cover snaps into place. To remove the cover, use a small flat-
blade screwdriver to pry the cover from the backplate, using either of the
two provided locations on the vertical sides of the reader.
Installation of the Model 245 is similar to that of the Model 240.

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Installation Considerations
1. Installation of the GE Model 24x Reader on metal.
Read-range reduction can be improved by adding Isolation Spacers
(approximately 25% per plate).
2. Installation of two Model 24x Smart Card Readers side-by-side.
Read range is not affected if the center-to-center distance between
two readers is equal to or greater than four inches (101.60 mm). If the
distancebetweenthetworeadersislessthanfourinches(101.60
mm), field interference between the two readers may result in a
double-badge read field. In that case, add a metal back-to-back
mounting plate. This can be improved by adding Isolation Spacers.
Note: Two readers can simultaneously read the same badge or tag if the
distance between the two readers is less than 12 inches (304.8 mm), center-
to-center.
FIGURE : Back-to-Back/Center-to-Center Installation
3. Installation of two GE Model 24x Readers back-to-back.

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When installing two readers back-to-back on a wall that will separate
the two readers by four inches (101.60 mm) or less, a metal plate (for
example: Reader isolation plate, metal wall) must be placed between
the readers. To obtain the maximum read range, mount each GE
Model 24x Smart Card Reader onto one or more Isolation Spacers.
Note: Two readers can simultaneously read the same badge or tag if the
distance between the two readers is less than four inches (101. 0 mm),
back-to-back.
Micro Compatibility
• Micro/5 Controller with either 2RP or 8RP Reader Boards: refer to
the Micro/5 Installation Guide.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT use the GE Model 24x Readers with the Micro/5 2SRP.
• Micro/PX-2000 and Micro/PXN-2000 controllers: refer to the Micro/
PX-2000 and Micro/PXN-2000 Installation Guide.
• Micro/Reader-Junction Box: refer to the point-to-point wiring
diagrams in this manual.
Reader-to-Micro Wiring Distance
Table 1: Current and Cable Distance
Keypad Operation: Model 245
The reader sends each key press to the microcontroller and the yellow
LED will blink. The reader beeper sounds with each key press.
Supply Voltage Cable Distance
Model 240 and 245 12 VDC 13. VDC
Current 18 AWG 22 AWG 18 AWG 22 AWG
105 mA @12 VDC 2,041 ft.
(622 m)
856 ft.
(262 m)
3,123 ft.
(952 m)
1,309 ft.
(399 m)

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Wiring
Table 2: Reader 12-Position Field Wiring Connector
Pin Definition
1 Micro control, rea er beeper (option)
2 Groun
3 8VDCto30VDC
4 Door contact
5 Rea er Data 1
6 Exit request (REX)
7GreenLED
8 Micro control, re LED (option)
9 RS-485-B, rea er firmware maintenance
10 RS-485-A, rea er firmware maintenance
11 Reserve for future use
12 Reserve for future use

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Installation Notes (unless otherwise specifie ). All numbere items below are
reference on the appropriate wiring iagrams throughout this manual.
1. Fuse, power supply, door strike, protection device, and relay are provided by
the installer.
2. The included 470 Ω ½-watt pull-up resistor must be installed at the
microcontroller’s terminal block. The Micro PX-2000 and 8RP boards do not
require this resistor.
3. Shielded cable is recommended in electrically noisy environments.
4. If using shielded cable: At the reader end: connect all shields together and
insulate them. At the Micro end: connect the shield to the Micro cabinet as
indicated in the appropriate Micro Installation Manual.
5. Make sure the distance of the wiring from the power supply to the reader is
less than 50 feet (15.24 mm). If using a local power supply, do not connect the
power (8-30 VDC) line from the microcontroller to the reader. The ground
line of the power supply must be connected to the micro (pin 2 on the reader
connector).
6. J3 is typically not used in this installation. For additional information, see the
appropriate Micro/Reader Junction Box Installation Instructions.
7. Blocking diodes may be 1N4148 or similar (installer supplied) and located in
asecurearea.
8. Protection diodes may be 1N4002, 1N4003, or 1N4004 (installer supplied) for
the door strike assembly.
9. Install two 1k Ω ¼-watt high-quality resistors at Door DI and Exit DI, as
shown.
10. Connect a protection device across a door strike.
AC Door Strikes: Connect a MOV (metal oxide varistor) across the door
strike.
DC Door Strikes: Connect a diode across the door strike (cathode to positive
side of door strike)
11. Relay Coil Current Restriction (Micro/5 2RP with external relay).
The relay coil current must be limited to 40 mA to prevent damage to the
board. Verify that the relay coil requires less than 40 mA.
12 VDC relay: coil resistance must be greater than 300 Ω.
The Micro/5 2RP with internal or AUX DO relay current through the relay
contacts must be limited to less than 2A to prevent damage to the 2RP.
Current limiting may be achieved by using either a current-limiting power
supplyorbywiringinanexternalfuse.
12. Connect protection diode across relay coil. Connect a diode across the relay
coil (cathode to positive side of relay coil).
General note: Pair wires as shown in all wiring diagrams.

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Point-to-Point Wiring Diagrams
FIGURE 7: GE Model 24x Reader Wiring Diagram to Micro/5 8RP

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FIGURE 8: Model 24x Smart Card Reader Wiring Diagram to J-Box

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Table 4: 2RP Reader Board Address Settings
Note: Switches SW2-5, , 7, and 8 are not used.
Jumper W1 RN2 and RN5 (labeling)
Set to 12 V Use 2k Ω(202) resistor packs.
Table 3: 2RP Reader Switch Settings
Reader Technology
and Format SW-1 SW-2 SW-3 SW-4
Supervise F/2F ON OFF ON OFF
Reader
Board
SW 1 SW 2
5 7 8 1 2 3 4
1ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF
2OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF
3OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON OFF
4OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON