ICT PRX-VARIO User manual

PRX-VARIO
Vario Proximity Card Reader
Installation Manual

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Publication Date: November 2012

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Contents
1Welcome _________________________________________________________________ 4
1.1Document Conventions.................................................................................................4
2Mounting _________________________________________________________________ 5
2.1Mounting Instructions....................................................................................................5
3Wiegand Connection_______________________________________________________ 6
4AUX Button Input__________________________________________________________ 7
5Installer Programming______________________________________________________ 8
5.1Entering Programming Mode ........................................................................................8
5.2Address Selection .........................................................................................................8
5.3Data Programming ........................................................................................................9
5.4Address 1 - Card/Tag Format .......................................................................................9
5.5Address 2 - Data Inferface ............................................................................................9
5.6Address 3 - LED Control .............................................................................................10
5.7Address 4 - Intelligent Tamper ....................................................................................10
5.8Address 5 - External Button ........................................................................................10
5.9Address 6 - Operation Mode.......................................................................................11
5.10Address 7 - Master User .............................................................................................11
5.11Address 8 - Device Address........................................................................................11
5.12Address 9 - Door Pre Alarm ........................................................................................12
5.13Address 10 - Door Left Open ......................................................................................12
5.14Address 12 - Default....................................................................................................12
5.15Address 15 - Set Up Client Code................................................................................13
6User Programming _______________________________________________________ 14
6.1Entering User Program Mode......................................................................................14
6.2Address Selection .......................................................................................................14
6.3Address 1 - Add User..................................................................................................14
6.4Address 2 - Add Super User .......................................................................................15
6.5Address 3 - Add Master User......................................................................................15
6.6Address 4 - Super User Unlock...................................................................................15
6.7Address 9 - Delete Users ............................................................................................15
7Mechanical Diagram ______________________________________________________ 16
8Technical Diagram________________________________________________________ 17
9Technical Specifications___________________________________________________ 18
10Ordering Information ______________________________________________________ 19
11Warranty ________________________________________________________________ 20

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1Welcome
Thank you for choosing the Vario Proximity Card Reader from Integrated Control Technology. The Vario
Proximity Card Reader is an advanced technology radio frequency identification device (RFID) specifically
designed to enhance the functionality of security, building automation and access control by providing multiple
format compatibility, high speed data transmission, built in standalone operation and sabotage protection.
The Vario Proximity Card Reader is designed to operate as a Normal Wiegand Proximity Reader or as a
complete Standalone Single Door Controller. The Vario Proximity Card Reader can be programmed to perform
and operate using different card and data output formats.
Before installing the Vario Proximity Card Reader, we highly recommend you read this manual carefully and
ensure that the data formats you program will operate with the configured access control or security product.
The current features of the Vario Proximity Card Reader include:
yBi Color LED (Red and green) with Independent or Single LED Control
yProgrammable Wiegand Data Formats from 26 to 128 Bit with Card Configured Output
yKeep Alive Transmission every 30 seconds for Intelligent Tamper Management
yFully encapsulated design for outdoor and indoor operation
yRead range up to 120mm (4.00”) with Clamshell type cards
When receiving the Vario Reader you should find the kit contains the items listed below. Please note that if you
do not have the correct contents, you should contact your distributor immediately.
yVario Proximity Card Reader
yVario Proximity Card Reader Quick Start Guide
yMounting template sticker
For more information on the Vario Proximity Card Reader and other Integrated Control Technology products
please visit the ICT website (http://www.incontrol.co.nz).
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1.1 Document Conventions
Indicates a warning or cautionary message
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Indicates an important note or advisory information
Indicates a hint or suggestion
[TEXT] Bold text enclosed in brackets is used to show a section number or address of a programmable
option or information on programming shortcut sequences

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2Mounting
The Vario Proximity Card Reader is intended to provide the reading component of access control, time and
attendance and alarm systems. It is intended to be mounted on a wall with adequate air flow around and
through it.
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2.1 Mounting Instructions
1. Select where to mount the Vario Reader. Ensure the Vario Reader is mounted a minimum of 1.1m (3.5ft)
away from other wiring. E.g. ACM power, computer data wiring, telephone wiring and wiring to electric lock
devices. Use the template sticker provided in the kit as a guide to correctly position the Vario Reader.
2. Hold the rear case half against the wall and mark the mounting holes and cable entry area. The cable entry
area should align with a hole cut through the plaster wall-board. Cables are intended to be run inside the
wall. Use appropriate screws (not supplied) to affix the case to the wall.
3. Run the wiring. Refer to later sections of this manual for the electrical connections. Leave about 20cm (8") of
wire protruding through the centre of the mounted half of the case.
4. Connect the wiring to the Vario Reader electronics, then use the top case to press gently on the bottom
mounted case until you hear the clip snap into place.

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3Wiegand Connection
When using the standard Wiegand Interface to the access controller or reader expander two wiring methods
can be used. Dual LED operation allows the signalling of both LEDs independently using the LED control lines
and is ideal to show the status of alarm or other integrated signals. Single LED allows a single LED line to control
both LED colors.
YELLOW
ORANGE
WHITE
RED
GREEN
BLACK
BROWN
BLUE
SHIELD
R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1
+12V
0V
DATA 0
DATA 1
GREEN LED
RED LED
BEEPER
+AUX- DO L2D1 L1 BZ
Dual LED Connection
YELLOW
ORANGE
WHITE
RED
GREEN
BLACK
BROWN
BLUE
SHIELD
+12V
0V
DATA 0
DATA 1
GREEN LED
RED LED
BEEPER
R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1
+AUX- DO L2D1 L1 BZ
Single LED Connection
Using the recommended cables as listed under the Technical Specifications, splice these cables together with
the pigtail of the reader and seal the splice. Route the cable from the reader to the host controller. Connect the
cables as shown in the diagrams above for either Dual LED Operation or Single LED Operation.
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Connect the reader shield to a suitable earth point. DO NOT connect the shield to a ground or AUX
connection. DO NOT connect the shield wires together at the reader cable splice. With the shield wire
already terminated at the reader terminate the shield at the controller.

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4AUX Button Input
Button input wiring configuration is shown below. This hardware option must be enabled using the Vario Reader
Installer Address 5. For programming options refer to the Protege System Manual or the access controller
manual for the system that the Reader is connected to.
YELLOW
ORANGE
WHITE
RED
GREEN
BLACK
BROWN
BLUE
SHIELD
+12V
0V
R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1 R1
+AUX- DO L2D1 L1 BZ
RS-485 Interface
Connect a normally open button or switch as shown in the diagram above and complete the programming
within the Protege Integrated System for the functionality required.
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Connect the reader shield to a suitable earth point. DO NOT connect the shield to a ground or AUX
connection. External Button Input Mode and single LED operation must be enabled when using this
wiring configuration.

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5Installer Programming
By default the Vario Proximity Card Reader is factory configured to send data in 26 Bit Wiegand Format, it will
read all card formats and operate in the dual LED line mode. This configuration can be changed to suit system
operating requirements.
Programming is completed by presenting a programming card to the unit within the first 2 minutes of power
being applied.
For information on standalone and end user programming options refer to User Programming (see page 14).
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5.1 Entering Programming Mode
To program the Vario Reader power it up and then badge the programming card once. The Reader will then
beep twice to indicate the card has been read. It will then flash a red LED to indicate programming mode has
been entered.
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Present the programming card within 30 seconds of the Reader being powered up. Data entry and
the menu will time out after 2 minutes of no activity and revert to normal activity, any programming
changes will be lost.
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5.2 Address Selection
Once the reader is in programming mode present the programming card to the reader the number of times
matching the data value or option for the selected address.
Example: To program Address 3 (LED Configuration) the programming card will be presented to the card reader
three times. The card reader will respond by beeping twice and flashing the Red LED to indicate data entry
mode has been entered and that the user should present the card the required number of times to set the
desired option.
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Entering an address value that does not exist or not entering any data when an address is selected will
result in the reader timing out and a long beep tone being generated.
Address Programming Options
1Card Reading Format
2 Data Output Format
3 LED Configuration
4 Intelligent Tamper Mode
5 Auxiliary Button Input Mode
6 Vario Proximity Card Operating Mode
7 Add Standalone Master Card
8 Vario Proximity Card RS-485 Address
9 Door Pre-Alarm Time
10 Door Left Open Time
11 Version Information
12 Default
15 Client Code Configuration

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5.3 Data Programming
To program a data value in the selected address location the same method as the address programming is
used. Present the Programming Card to the reader the number of times matching the data value or option for
the selected address. Ensure the reader beeps after each badge. The card reader will respond by beeping twice
indicating the data was programmed correctly and return to the address selection mode. An invalid entry will
result in a long tone being generated. The data can be entered again or allow the Vario Proximity Card to
time-out to select another address.
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In the following sections the default configuration setting of each address is shown in bold text.
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5.4 Address 1 - Card/Tag Format
The card/tag transponder format defines how the Vario Proximity Card will decode cards and tags that are
presented during standalone and normal operation.
Setting Function
1Read all card types
2 ICT Prox Format
3 Postech Format
4 HID Format
5 ICT and HID Format
6 ICT and Postech Format
7 Postech and HID Format
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5.5 Address 2 - Data Inferface
The data interface format defines how the data is sent using the DO and D1 data interface.
Setting Function
126 Bit Wiegand Format
2 34 Bit Wiegand Format
3 37 Bit Wiegand Format
4 37 Bit Wiegand Alternate Format
5 Card Defined Wiegand Format
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5.6 Address 3 - LED Control
The LED Control Configuration settings allow the LED lines to operate in either multiple LED or single LED
control.
Setting Function
1
Dual LED Input. Red LED control line controls Red LED. Green LED control
line controls Green LED.
2
Red LED Always On. Red LED control line will turn Red LED off and Green LED
on.
3
Green LED Always On. Red LED control line will turn Green LED off and Red LED
on.
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5.7 Address 4 - Intelligent Tamper
Enabling the intelligent reader tamper mode will force the Vario Proximity Card reader to check in to the device it
is connected to every 30 seconds.
Setting Function
1Disabled
2 Enabled
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Only enable Intelligent Reader Tamper Mode if the access control system or reader interface supports
intelligent tamper operation.
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5.8 Address 5 - External Button
External button input allows the second LED input to be used as a multiple function input for Area Arming,
Request to Exit and Request to Enter buttons.
Enabling the external button input mode requires the Vario Proximity Card to be configured in Single LED Mode
operation.
Setting Function
1Disabled
2 Enabled
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