Inner Range inception User manual

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Inception Controller
by Inner Range
P/N: 996300
V4 Installation Manual
(Current to Firmware V4.0 and Controller PCB Rev. E)
BEFORE COMMENCING INSTALLATION
PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT NOTES ON PAGE 3.
Document P/No: 636300

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Notes. ................................................................................................................3
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................................4
Features......................................................................................................................................4
System Capacities.......................................................................................................................5
Parts List ............................................................................................................................5
Accessories List ................................................................................................................6
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................................................7
Location and Housing..................................................................................................................7
Power Supply Options.................................................................................................................7
Service Mode..............................................................................................................................7
Wireless Devices.........................................................................................................................8
Installation Procedure..................................................................................................................9
LED Status Indicators................................................................................................................10
WIRING DIAGRAMS.........................................................................................................11
Power Supply............................................................................................................................11
Output Relays (OUT1 –4).........................................................................................................11
Zone Inputs...............................................................................................................................12
Tamper Input.............................................................................................................................12
LAN & Reader Ports..................................................................................................................13
LAN and Reader Installation Diagrams......................................................................................14
USB Port...................................................................................................................................16
Inception Wireless Adapter....................................................................................................16
Alarm Communicator.............................................................................................................16
Inception USB Mini-Hub.........................................................................................................16
Alarm Reporting...............................................................................................................17
Reporting Methods....................................................................................................................17
1. SkyTunnel.......................................................................................................................17
2. T4000 Communicator .....................................................................................................17
3. 3rd Party Alarm Communicator........................................................................................17
Report Mapping.........................................................................................................................17
TROUBLESHOOTING. .....................................................................................................18
MAINTENANCE. ...............................................................................................................20
Firmware update .......................................................................................................................20
Reboot/Default the Inception Controller.....................................................................................21
Specifications ..................................................................................................................22
Power supply outputs.............................................................................................................23
Additional Resources......................................................................................................24

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Important Notes.
1. Earthing.
When using the supplied 24V PSU, Inception “0V” connections are connected to mains
earth. To avoid earth loops, ensure that all “0V” terminals on the controller, all LAN and
UniBus Modules and peripherals connected to these Modules are NOT connected to an
earth lug, the metal enclosure or any other earth connection.
Connecting 0V to Earth may create earth loops.
2. Installer User name, Password and PIN Code.
The Default User name/password for web access is installer/installer.
The Default Installer PIN Code is 01. These credentials must all be changed by the
Installer as soon as possible. i.e. As soon as commissioning commences. Note that a
timed lockout is applied after 3 failed login attempts to the web interface.
3. Sirens.
The Inception controller does not provide dedicated siren outputs for 8 Ohm horn speakers.
If connecting a siren to the controller, a piezo screamer or a siren device that includes a
built-in driver circuit must be connected to one of the 4 relay outputs. e.g. CSD-1003/CSD-
1008 screamers or CSD-1000/CSD-1004 Speaker/Siren combo units. See “Output Relays
(OUT1-4)” in the ‘WIRING DIAGRAMS’ section of this manual. Two dedicated outputs for 8
Ohm horn type siren speakers are provided on 8 Zone LAN Expander Modules.
4. End-of-line (EOL) Resistors.
The inputs on the Inception controller and expansion modules utilize dual end-of-line
resistors. The default EOL scheme uses 2k2 & 2k2 or 2k2 & 6k8 resistors. 4 alternate
EOL schemes are shown under “Zone Inputs” in the ‘WIRING’ section.
If Inception is replacing an existing system and the existing detectors are wired with a
single EOL scheme or a dual EOL scheme that is not supported, the EOL resistors in the
detectors will need to be changed.
See the schematic diagram and examples under “Zone Inputs” in the ‘WIRING DIAGRAMS’
section of this manual.
5. Reporting.
Inception does not provide an on-board dialer port for alarm reporting via PSTN.
Alarm reporting is currently provided by one of two methods:
a) SkyTunnel reporting. Built-in reporting via an internet connection.
b) T4000 Multipath-IP communicator. Multiple redundant 3G reporting paths in addition to
internet reporting.
See ‘Alarm Reporting’ in this manual for details.
6. LAN Expansion.
Expansion modules connected to the Inception controller via the RS485 system LAN, must
be connected using appropriate twisted-pair cable.
If Inception is replacing another product, any existing LAN wiring may only be used if it
meets the LAN cabling requirements described in the ‘LAN & Reader Ports’ section of this
manual.
7. Release Notes.
Inception Release Notes are published for every firmware release. Always read the latest
Release Notes for information on changes and enhancements.

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INTRODUCTION
The Inception controller is an integrated access control and intruder detection system featuring a
powerful built-in web server. No computer software is required. System configuration and
administration simply requires connecting to a network via Ethernet or Wi-Fi, and using any web
browser to navigate to Inception’s web page.
See the Quickstart Guide for connection details.
Features
•USB Connection for Wi-Fi option and/or Mulitpath-IP T4000 Alarm Communicator.
•Ethernet port for network connection and IP alarm communications via SkyTunnel .
•Tamper input for monitoring of the external enclosure.
•8 x Universal inputs for security detectors or door monitoring.
•Support for a variety of Input EOL schemes.
•12V DC power outputs for powering external security devices.
•LAN port for system expansion via RS-485.
•Reader port for connection of up to 8 x Inner Range SIFER or SIFER-Keypad readers.
•DC power input for connection to the Inception power supply.
•Battery connection for charging of a back-up battery.
•4 x Universal relay outputs for locks, alarm sounders, strobes or automation devices.
•Scan the QR code for quick setup of alarm monitoring via SkyTunnel.
•Comprehensive system status LED Indicators.
•‘Send All Possible Alarms’ and ‘Commissioning Report’ features to streamline
configuration of monitoring station account.
•Web interface and LCD Terminal text displays can be translated into other languages.
•High-level integrations with compatible 3rd party alarm communicator and automation
products.
NOTE: Inception Firmware. To ensure that all product features, system capacities, accessory
devices and compatible LAN expansion modules described in this manual are fully supported, check
that the Inception Controller has the latest firmware installed.

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System Capacities
Entity
Total
On-board Controller
With LAN Expansion
Areas
96†
Inputs
512
8
512
Outputs
512 #
4 *
512
Doors
128 # †
4 *
128
Lifts (V1.1.0 or later)
32
See V1.1.0 Release notes.
32
Lift Floors
512 #
4 *
512
SIFER Readers
256
8
256 (Up to 4 per SLAM)
Wiegand Readers
256 ‡
8 (Via 8 OSPD<>Wiegand Conv.)
254 ‡
Users
10,000 †
Events
250,000†
# Up to 512 Outputs can be programmed. Note that all types of ‘hardware outputs’ & ‘custom outputs’
count towards this total including door locks, DOTL, valid & invalid (for wiegand readers), lift floor
button enables, siren outputs, strobes, automation devices, etc.
* The Inception controller has 4 relay outputs in total. These can be used as lock relays for doors,
floor button enable contacts for lifts or general purpose dry contact outputs.
† Inception Firmware prior to V2.0.0 only supports 32 Doors and 2000 Users.
Inception Firmware prior to V3.1.1 only supports 50,000 Events.
Inception Firmware prior to V4.0 only supports 32 Areas.
‡256 Wiegand readers (In & Out Readers) requires a combination of up to 127 SLAMs (i.e. 1 per
door) and up to 8 OSDP<>Wiegand Converters.
Parts List
Main Parts
Inception Security Controller.
Installation manual (This document).
Inception Power Supply. 24V DC. 2.5A
Beginners Guide to Inner Range Systems.
IEC power cable. Right angle.
Inception Quickstart Guide
Accessory Kit (See below)
Inception User Manual
Accessory Kit contents
4 x Metal PCB Mounting Clip. M3.
3 x 2-way 5mm Screw Terminal.
4 x M3 x 25mm pan head screw.
4 x 3-way 5mm Screw Terminal.
4 x M3 brass spacer. 8mm.
3 x 4-way 5mm Screw Terminal.
Self-adhesive Hook & Loop tape, 50 x 25mm.
2 x 6-way 5mm Screw Terminal.
2 x Cable Ties 350 x 4.8mm.
2 x Female 6.3mm QC Connectors.
20 x 2k2 End-of-line Resistors.
Battery cable pair. 40cm. Red/Black.
4 x 1N4004 Diodes (for locks. *See note below)
Ethernet patch cable. 1m
NOTES:
* See “Output Relays (OUT1-4)” in the ‘WIRING DIAGRAMS’ section of this manual.

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Accessories List
Optional Accessories
Accessory Part Number
PS Current Required
Small Enclosure with Tamper Switch
995200
N/A
Medium Enclosure with Tamper Switch
995201I
N/A
Sealed Lead Acid Battery. e.g.
12V. 7AH –18AH
CSD P/N: CSD-1200 / CSD-1217
Atlas Gentech SKU: 50204/50208
N/A
Inception USB Wi-Fi Adapter
999030
25-40mA (See
‘Specifications’ section)
Inner Range SIFER Reader V1.5.0 or
later. (V1.16.0.14 or later recommended)
994720 (Standard)
994720MF (Multi-format)
75mA to 150mA (Depends
on LED configuration)
Inner Range SIFER-Keypad Reader.
994725 (Standard)
994725MF (Multi-format)
75mA to 165mA (Depends
on LED configuration)
Inner Range OSDP<>Wiegand Converter
994200
20mA(Idle) 35mA(Peak)
T4000 Security Communicator V2.1.4 or
later.
998530LT (Lite) 998530 (Std)
120mA
T4000 - Inception interface cable.
996797
N/A
Inception USB –RS232 Alarm
Communicator Interface Cable.
996798
Approx. 15mA
USB 12V Mini Hub
999032
20-40mA (See
‘Specifications’ section)
RS485 LAN/Reader Surge Diverter
995041
N/A
Integriti 3A battery-backed Power Supply
996091
N/A
Integriti 8A battery-backed Power Supply
996092
N/A
Replacement Power Supply (Australia)
999066AU
N/A
Compatible Expansion Modules
Part Number
Module f’ware
PS Current Required *
Elite LCD Terminal
995000ML
995000MLWH
Any
20mA (Idle)
45mA (In use)
EliteX Keypad
EliteX-SIFER Keypad
995400
995400SI
V3.0.13 or later.
Any
17mA (Idle) 50mA (Max)
72mA (Idle) 186mA (Max)
8-32 Zone LAN Expander Module
996005PCB&K
V3.0.1 or later
70mA (Idle)
110mA (Both Relays On)
Standard LAN Access Module (SLAM)
996012PCB&K
V4.0 or later
110mA (Idle)
175mA (Lock Relays On)
Paradox RF LAN Expander Module
995025
Any
65mA
Inovonics RF LAN Expander Module
996008
V1.1.0
115mA
UniBus 8 Zone Expander †
996500PCB&K
V1.0.3 or later
75mA
UniBus 8 Relay Expander †
996515PCB&K
V1.1.2 or later
45mA (Idle)
175mA (All Relays On)
UniBus 16 Floor Lift Interface Board †
996540PCB&K
Any
310mA (All Relays On)
LAN Ethernet Bridge
996088PCB&K
Any
60mA
NOTES:
* Does not include current required by detectors, sounders, readers, locks, LEDs and other peripheral devices
connected to these modules.
† UniBus expander boards can only be connected to an 8-32 Zone LAN Expander Module.

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INSTALLATION
Location and Housing
The installation environment should be maintained at a temperature of 0º to 50º Celsius and 15%
to 85% Relative humidity (non-condensing).
The Inception controller should be mounted in a metal tamper-protected enclosure. Powered
enclosures are available to provide power for additional LAN expansion modules mounted in the
same enclosure. Some of the Inner Range enclosure options compatible with Inception are:
•Small Enclosure 995200
•Medium Enclosure 995201I (Enc. only) / 995201PEI (3A PS)
•XLarge Enclosure 995203PEI (3A PS) / 995203PE8 (8A PS)
•Widebody and Rack-mount Enclosures. Refer to the Inner Range website.
Power Supply Options
The Inception controller has connections for an 18 to 24V DC Power Supply input and a 12V
Sealed Lead-Acid (SLA) Battery. These connections are labelled “DC IN” and “BATT” respectively
and allow two power supply options to be supported:
1. Power Supply & Battery (Recommended). The supplied 24V Power Supply is connected to
“DC IN” and a 12V SLA Battery is connected to “BATT”.A 7AH to 18AH Battery is required
depending on battery backup time required. See ‘Specifications’ section for guidance.
2. External Power Supply. Connect a battery-backed power supply with a nominal output of
12.8V to 14V DC to the “BATT” input. e.g. Integriti 3A or 8A Power Supply (see
‘Accessories List' for P/N) or a 3rd party battery-backed security system power supply. “DC
IN” must not be used.
Ensure that the power requirements do not exceed the power supply’s current limit.
Remember to allow for the current required by detectors and other devices connected to
the Inception controller and other devices that may be powered from the same supply.
Refer to the wiring diagrams and specifications later in this document for more details.
Service Mode
Inception provides a service mode which is enabled/disabled via the web interface or an LCD
Terminal. Service mode allows one or more of the functions listed below to be disabled during
installation & commissioning or when testing, service or maintenance is required.
Sirens
Alarm Reporting
Area Alarm Processing *
Door Feedback *
* V1.1.0 or later only.
In a new controller, service mode is enabled by default for an unlimited amount of time. Once
disabled, service mode can be enabled at any time for a limited period.
e.g. When needing to connect to Inception for onsite maintenance, the installer can enable Service
Mode from an LCD Terminal, open the controller cabinet and plug in a Wi-Fi Adapter for an access
point or an ethernet cable for direct connection to a laptop.
If using the web interface some additional features are provided.
•Enable: When enabling, the installer can select which functions to disable and the duration
of service mode (1 hour to 1 day).
•Update: While running, functions disabled can be updated & the duration timer re-started.
•Disable: When disabling, the installer can choose a ‘Delay Before Disable’ time so that
service mode will not be disabled instantly. e.g. The installer can disable service mode with

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a delay of 10 minutes allowing time for the Wi-Fi adapter or ethernet cable to be removed
and the cabinet secured before service mode actually ends.
•Current Status: Shows the functions disabled & the service mode expiry date & time.
To Enable or Disable Service Mode.
Operation
Web Browser
LCD Terminal
Enable
Or
Update
-Open ‘Service Mode’from the Dashboard or System Menu.
-Select ‘Enable Service Mode’ or ‘Update Service Mode’.
-Choose which functions to disable and the duration.
-Click on “Enable” or “Update”.
-Logon,
-Press [MENU] [7] [1],
-Press [ON] (Enables
for 8 Hours)
Disable
-Open ‘Service Mode’ from the Dashboard or System Menu.
-Select ‘Disable Service Mode’.
-If required, choose a ‘Delay Before Disable’ period.
-Click on ‘Disable’.
-Logon,
-Press [MENU] [7] [1],
-Press [OFF]
Wireless Devices
Inception supports the Integriti Inovonics RF LAN Expander and Concept Paradox RF LAN
Expander Modules that provide an interface for RF detection devices (e.g. PIR, smoke detector,
etc), general purpose transmitters (for reed switches, etc.) and wireless remote fobs.
When RF transmitter activity is saved to the Inception review log, a signal strength value is
included in the message. This allows the installer to assess the relative signal strength of different
receiver and/or transmitter locations and the effective range of portable transmitters such as
remote fobs.
Note that the signal strength value for portable transmitters (RF fobs) is only available in the
Inception firmware release V2.0.2 or later.

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Installation Procedure
1. Install the controller in the enclosure. Fit the metal PCB mounting clips into 4 holes in the
mounting plate or chassis that align with the mounting holes in the corners of the controller
case. Position the controller on the standoffs and secure with the four 25mm M3 screws.
2. The installation kit also provides four threaded brass standoffs. These can be used to raise
the position of the mounting plate or the controller if necessary. e.g. When the controller is
installed in the Small Enclosure with a T4000 Communicator, the Inception controller needs
to be raised to provide access to the USB and Ethernet connectors.
3. With no power or batteries connected to any device, install all other system components
and the system wiring according to the instructions in this manual and other relevant
installation manuals.
4. Before applying power to any device, check all power supply connections and outputs for
short circuits.
5. Power up the system and check the LEDs on the controller. Initially the POWER LED will
come ON, then after a pause of approximately 20 seconds the other LEDs will light in
sequence. When this boot sequence is complete, the SYSTEM LED will flash green to
indicate the controller is running. The other LEDs will indicate the current state/condition of
their respective operations. See the table on the following page.
6. Referring to the Inception Quickstart guide, establish your browser connection and proceed
with testing, programming and commissioning the system. The browser provides a
“Commissioning Checklist” and details of programming options via info buttons to assist
in this process.
7. The supported web browsers for Inception are:
Chrome; Firefox; Safari; Opera; Microsoft Edge;
Android; iPad/iPhone; Internet Explorer 9 or later.
NOTE: Inception firmware 2.0.0 does not support Internet Explorer or older iOS browsers.
Firmware prior to V2.0.0 or from 2.0.2 onwards, does support these browsers; however it is
recommended to use a more up-to-date browser.
8. When programming and commissioning of the system is complete, and whenever
programming changes are made, use the browser to create a backup of the Inception
controller database. Use the “Backup Database”option in the Backup/Restore section of
the System options. IMPORTANT NOTE: Unlike traditional commissioning software
programs, the inception browser does not automatically save a copy of the controller
database on the PC. You must use the “Backup Database” feature to ensure that a copy of
the controller programming is saved.

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LED Status Indicators
The Inception controller has 11 status LED’s to quickly identify the current operational status.
LED
LED State
Meaning
POWER
OFF
No DC IN connected. (Mains not present)
ON Green
DC IN connected (Mains power present)
and within nominal voltage range.
Flash 2 Seconds (80% duty cycle)
Battery is present and in nominal voltage
range, and battery test is in progress.
Flash 0.4 Second (50% duty cycle)
DC IN is outside nominal voltage range (too
high or too low)
Flash 1 second (10% duty cycle)
Internal problem. Return for repair.
BATTERY
OFF
No battery connected.
ON Green
Battery connected, within nominal voltage
range and no battery test in progress.
Flash 2 Seconds (80% duty cycle)
Battery is present and in nominal voltage
range, and battery test is in progress.
Flash 0.4 Second (50% duty cycle)
Battery is outside nominal voltage range
(too high or too low)
Flash 1 second (10% duty cycle)
Internal problem. Return for repair.
SYSTEM
Flashing Green
Inception controller is running.
ON Red
One or more of the power supply outputs
(VOUT) is shorted. Note that the green
LED remains flashing which results in an
alternating red & orange pattern.
SKYTUNNEL
ON Green
SkyTunnel connection is established.
ETHERNET
ON Green
An Ethernet cable is connected and
Inception has an IP address.
ALARMS
ON Red
There are one or more Alarms in the queue
to be sent to a monitoring station.
WIFI
OFF
No Wi-Fi module present, or Inception not
configured to use Wi-Fi.
ON Green
Wi-Fi module present, and Inception is on
Hotspot (Access point) mode.
Or, Wi-Fi module present, and Inception is
connected to a local Wi-Fi network.
Flashing Green
Wi-Fi module present. Inception unable to
connect to a local Wi-Fi network.
OUT 1
ON Green
OUT 1 is On (i.e. COM & NO connected)
OUT 2
ON Green
OUT 2 is On
OUT 3
ON Green
OUT 3 is On
OUT 4
ON Green
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WIRING DIAGRAMS
Power Supply
OPTION 1.
Supplied 24V PSU and Battery.
OPTION 2.
Integriti 3A/8A PSU
or third party battery-backed
power supply.
Output Relays (OUT1 –4)
Lock or Solenoid Control. An External Power Supply is recommended to power inductive loads
to protect the controller, provide longer battery backup & minimise the possibility of earth loops.
Non-Inductive Loads. e.g. 12V Sounder, Beeper, Strobe, LED, etc. The Inception power
supply may be used to power these devices. Check that the additional current required by these
devices does not cause the Inception power supply output limits to be exceeded.
The clamp diode
supplied in the
accessory kit must
be fitted across
inductive loads (e.g.
door lock). Cathode
(bar) to +ve.
“DC IN” not
connected.

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Zone Inputs.
Eight zone inputs are provided to allow monitoring of detection devices, door reeds, etc.
The default EOL configuration is 2k2+2k2 or 2k2+6k8 (shown in the schematic diagram below).
A different configuration may be selected. Current options are:
1k+1k (Seal=1k / Alarm=2k)
6k8+3k3 (Seal=6k8 / Alarm=10k1)
4k7+4k7 or 4k7+2k2 (Seal=4k7 / Alarm=9k4 or 6k9)
10k+10k (Seal=10k / Alarm=20k)
Example: PIR movement detector.
Example: Reed Switch.
Tamper Input.
Detector terminals may be arranged
& labelled differently to this
example. Please check the
manufacturer’s documentation.
For tamper switches provided with the recommended
enclosures, select “Open Circuit Secure” in the
Controller hardware settings in the browser.

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LAN & Reader Ports.
The Inception controller provides two RS485 communication ports:
•The “LAN” port is used to connect LCD Terminals and the LAN Expansion Modules listed
under “Compatible Expansion Modules” in the ‘Accessories List’ section.
•The “Reader” port is used to connect Inner Range SIFER Readers.
The installation requirements that apply to the “LAN” and “Reader” ports are as follows:
1. Follow all relevant wiring rules and standards.
2. Connections from the RS485 port to the remote devices may be wired in a “daisy-chain” or
“star” configuration, or a combination of both within the limits specified below.
3. “A” & “B” connections are wired in parallel across the network using twisted pair cable.
4. The “0V” connection must also be wired to every device.
5. The “+” connection is also used if the device is a Module on the LAN that does not have a
local power supply (e.g. LCD Terminal) or if the device is a SIFER Reader on the Reader
port. The “+” terminal from an RS485 port must not be used to power detectors, relays, etc.
6. Twisted-pair data cable must be used. Shielded, two-pair cable is recommended.
e.g. Alpha 2466C/6413, Belden 8723/9842, Electra EAS7202P, Garland MCP-2S, Tycab
DPF4702/DCK4702 & Olex JD2PS485A3.
7. Do not use the cable shield as the 0V connection. Shields should be terminated to a
protective earth or 0V at one end of the cable.
8. An Inner Range RS485 LAN/Reader Surge Diverter (see ‘Accessories List’) installed at one
or more appropriate points on an RS485 network will provide additional system protection,
particularly on long runs of LAN cabling and on multi-building installations.
9. A Multimeter may be used to check that the LAN or Reader port will operate reliably.
Download the “Inception LAN Installation Guide” from the Inner Range website for details.
See ‘Additional Resources’ at the rear of this manual.
Additional installation requirements for the “LAN”port:
A. The LAN “+” connection used to power LCD Terminals, etc. can be derived from any
Module with a local power supply, or from a separate external power supply. However, do
not connect the “+”of two power supply sources together. e.g. Controller LAN+, LAN+ from
a Module with local power supply or LAN+ from an Integriti 3A power supply.
B. When wiring the LAN to a Module powered by a local power supply, do not connect the
incoming LAN+ wire to the LAN+ connection on the Module.
C. If a LAN Module deriving its power from the LAN is a large distance from the LAN+ power
source (e.g. Controller), it may require a separate local battery-backed power supply &/or
heavier gauge cable. e.g. Approx 200m for an LCD Terminal; Approx. 25-50m for other
Module types. See the “Inception LAN Installation Guide” for details. If a separate power
supply is used, do not connect + from the controller Reader port to the Module.
D. No module is to be more than 1500 metres cable length from the controller.
E. Total LAN cabling should not exceed 2000 metres. If the total amount of LAN cable will
exceed 2000 metres refer to the “Inception LAN Installation Guide” for further information.
F. Up to 99 Modules of each type may be connected up to a total of 250 Modules. Note that
the system capacities (see page 5) will limit the number of modules that may be utilized.
Additional installation requirements for the “Reader”port:
I. If a Reader is more than 100 metres cabling distance from the controller, it may require a
separate local battery-backed power supply &/or heavier gauge cable. See the SIFER
Reader installation manual for details. If a separate power supply is used, do not connect +
from the controller Reader port to the Reader.
II. No Reader, even with an independent power supply, is to be more than 1000 metres cable
length from the controller.
III. Total Reader cabling on a single RS485 Reader port should not exceed 1000 metres.
IV. No more than 8 Readers may be connected.

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LAN and Reader Installation Diagrams.
The installation requirements are illustrated in the drawings below and on the following page.
The characters in square brackets reference the various points in the lists on the previous page.
LAN wiring detail
LAN network overview
[3]
[4]
[5]
[B]
[D]
[E]
[7]
[2]
[C]
[6] Shielded, twin, twisted-pair data cable

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SIFER or SIFER-Keypad Reader wiring detail
SIFER or SIFER-Keypad Reader connection overview
[6] Shielded, twin, twisted-pair data cable
[II]
[III]
[2]
[I] Any Reader more than 100m from the Controller may require a
separate local battery-backed power supply &/or heavier gauge cable.
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USB Port.
Inception Wireless Adapter
An optional Inception Wireless Adapter can be purchased to provide a convenient wireless
connection option with two modes of operation:
•In Access Point mode, the Wi-Fi adapter can act as a wireless access point allowing
installers to establish a temporary wireless connection directly to the Inception controller.
•In Client mode the Wi-Fi adapter can provide Inception with a permanent connection to an
existing Wi-Fi network. A magnetic antenna base & extension cable that can be mounted
on the outside of the enclosure is included for this purpose.
By default, access point mode is enabled to aid with initial connection and maintenance. The
Wireless Adapter is connected to the USB Port. Once connected, wait for the ‘WIFI’ LED to turn
on then you can use your Wi-Fi enabled device to connect to the network.
By default, the name of the Wi-Fi network will be the Inception controller serial number (e.g.
WS001923) with the password “inception”. Open a browser and navigate to the URL
http://inception.local See the Quickstart Guide for more information.
Alarm Communicator
An optional T4000 Multipath-IP Alarm Communicator or other supported 3rd party alarm
communicator (depending on your region) may be connected to the USB port.
See the ‘Alarm Reporting’ section of this manual for details.
Inception USB Mini-Hub
If you need to connect more than one device to the USB Port, (e.g. Both of the devices listed
above) an Inception LAN Hub may be purchased to provide up to 4 powered USB Ports.
The LAN Hub is powered from the Inception controller ‘VOUT’ or from a separate battery-backed
12V power supply. e.g. Integriti 3A Power Supply. NOTE: If ‘VOUT’ is used, then the same
‘VOUT’ connector should not be used to power any device outside the enclosure.

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Alarm Reporting.
Inception offers several methods of alarm reporting:
Reporting Methods
1. SkyTunnel
Alarm monitoring can be provided via Inception’s SkyTunnel connection. This uses Inception’s network
connection with internet access to communicate with the SkyTunnel server. SkyTunnel reporting
requires no other specialized hardware, allowing reporting directly from the controller in Contact ID or
IR-fast formats. When an event is received by the SkyTunnel server it is delivered to a Multipath-IP
equipped monitoring station.
SkyTunnel is a cloud-based service provided by Inner Range to deliver hassle free connections of
security system hardware and software over the internet. Once the connection is established, set up of
the alarm monitoring is quick and easy using the SkyTunnel connection service.*
NOTE: It is not recommended that SkyTunnel reporting be used in conjunction with a T4000
communicator, as doing so will require two account codes with the Central Monitoring Station.
2. T4000 Communicator
A T4000 Security Communicator can be connected to the USB port on the Inception controller to send
IP alarms to a Monitoring Station in Contact ID or IR-fast reporting formats.*
T4000 can provide multiple redundant polled reporting paths using multiple 3G networks in addition to
ethernet internet reporting to ensure reliable alarm monitoring. Both reporting paths can be configured
for Periodic Test Reports to ensure that communication to the monitoring station occurs successfully in
the absence of alarm events. Inception supports both of these reporting paths at the same time to
provide redundancy. You will need to select a plan based on your preferred method of primary and
backup communication paths. The T4000 and the Inception-T4000 interface cable are purchased
separately. Refer to the ‘Accessories List’ for part numbers.
NOTES: 1) The power supply source used to power the T4000 (e.g. An Inception Controller ‘VOUT’
port) should not be used to power any device outside the same enclosure.
2) The T4000 must be configured to ‘Concept/Integriti GSM protocol’ by the central
monitoring station using the Multipath-IP Client software.
3. 3rd Party Alarm Communicator
Depending on your region, a 3rd Party Alarm Communicator may be connected to the Controller USB
port to send alarms to a Monitoring Station. Contact your Inception dealer for details.
* Requires a monthly monitoring plan to be in place with your security installer or monitoring station. A
valid monitoring plan also allows Inception’s web page to be accessed via the Internet.
Report Mapping
The Inception browser allows you to download a Contact ID Commissioning Report containing all input,
user and area reporting IDs, as well as all input and module states that can be sent.
Use the “Contact ID Report” button in the Alarm Reporting section of the General options in the
Configuration menu. Two types of reports are available:
•A ‘Full Report’contains a list of everything that can be reported.
•A ‘Changes + Full Report’will show a list of all updates and deletions since a previous report
was run, then the full report afterwards.
The report is provided as a CSV file and can be useful for a monitoring station to create/update the
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TROUBLESHOOTING.
If any problems are experienced during installation please check this troubleshooting guide for
possible causes and suggested solutions.
Problem
Possible Causes
Solution
System LED is
RED
The VOUT, LAN or
READER positive (+) &
negative (0V) are shorted.
With the Inception panel powered, disconnect
all VOUT, LAN & READER connections.
Re-connect them one by one checking the
System LED after each connection to ensure
that it remains flashing Green.
If the System LED returns RED after plugging in
one of the above, then there is a fault/short in
the wiring of that power circuit.
Sirens sound after
disabling Service
Mode.
•An area is armed with
unsealed inputs.
•An input in an area is in
the tamper state.
•The controller or a
module is detecting a
tamper (cabinet or siren)
Navigate to the Control Inputs page in the web
browser & look for inputs that are in the tamper
or alarm state.
Navigate to the View Hardware page & verify
the state of the modules. If any modules are
indicating tampers, fix the issue or navigate to
the Hardware page & edit the module to not
monitor that tamper on the Additional
Components section of the wizard.
Alarm LED is on
The configured alarm
reporting paths are
incorrect & Alarm events
cannot be sent via a
network path to the
monitoring station.
Ensure a monitoring station account is
configured for this device.
If reporting via SkyTunnel, navigate to Network
Settings & ensure that the Ethernet, Wi-Fi &
Skytunnel settings are configured correctly.
Wi-Fi LED is
turned OFF when
the Wi-Fi Adapter
is plugged in.
Wi-Fi has been disabled
on the Network Settings
page or the adapter is not
an approved Inner Range
Inception Wi-Fi Adapter.
Navigate to Network settings & ensure that
Enable Wi-Fi has been selected. Ensure that
the correct Wi-Fi Connection mode type is
selected. Ensure that an authorized Inner
Range Inception Wi-Fi Adapter is connected.
Skytunnel LED is
OFF/Unable to
connect to the
Inception panel via
Skytunnel
No Internet Access.
Skytunnel connection has
not been correctly
configured
Confirm the network has internet access.
Navigate to Network settings & ensure that
Enable Web Access over Skytunnel is checked.
Strobes or sirens
are not functioning
correctly.
The connected siren
wiring is shorted/not
connected or is not
configured correctly.
Navigate to the Area Test page & manually test
the sirens. For those that do not work correctly,
ensure the area configuration is correct then
check wiring.
Unable to login
with any user, or
access is restricted
with all users.
The installer user
credentials were lost, or a
web profile change has
limited everyone’s access
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Review Events
&/or time
scheduling is
wrong or appears
out of order.
•Date & Time Settings
are incorrect
•The time has been
manually set or the
configured NTP server is
not configured correctly.
Navigate to the Date & Time configuration page.
In order to set the time manually, click “Set
Date/Time Manually”.
Once the dialog box appears either set the time
using the calendar or by clicking the “Get time
from browser“. This will sync the inception
panel’s time to that of the device being used to
setup the system.
The input states
are backwards
(active when it
should be secure
& vice-versa).
End-of-Line Resistors are
incorrectly wired, or the
active contact is Normally
Open.
Configure the Input as normal.
Navigate to the Inputs configuration page, select
the input & enable the “Swap Active & Secure
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MAINTENANCE.
Firmware update
The Inception controller and LAN Modules can be updated to the latest firmware version from the
browser.
Use the “Update Controller” or “Update Modules” selections in the Firmware Update options under
“System”. See screen below.
Firmware update files are available in the Technician Downloads section of the Inner Range
website.