Johnson Controls tyco iSTAR Edge G2 User manual

iSTAR Edge G2 Controller
Quick Start Guide
March 2021
Revision: B0
www.swhouse.com
Document Number:8200-1917-01

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Overview
The iSTAR Edge G2 Controller is supported on C•CURE 9000 version 2.80 and later with firmware version 6.8.x.
UL Listed Models
Part Number Description
GSTAR004 iSTAR Edge G2, 4 readers, in metal enclosure
GSTAR004-MB iSTAR Edge G2, 4 readers, board only
GSTAR004-MBP iSTAR Edge G2, 4 readers, board only w/PoE
GSTAR004-POE iSTAR Edge G2, 4 readers, metal encl, PoE+
GSTAR004-RM iSTAR Edge G2, 4 readers, metal encl, with 2 RM-4
Table 1:iSTAR and Components Wiring Specifications
NOTE • All controllers and networking equipment in a cluster must be UL listed to qualify as UL Listed
Products.
• USB has not been evaluated by UL.
• iSTAR Edge LCD display, and associated diagnostic tests, have not been evaluated by UL.
Compatible Readers
■RM2L-PI
■RM1 series
■RM2 series
■RM3 series
■RM2L-4000
■SWH-4200, SWH-4000, SWH-2100, SWH-3100, SWH-4100, SWH-5100, P345MTR, SWH-5200, P345KPMTR
■Touchscreen card reader
■OSDP-formatted readers
NOTE iClass and Mifare credential formats are not evaluated by UL.
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Specifications and Requirements
Specifications
iSTAR Edge G2 Specifications
Environmental
Operational Temperature 32° F (0° C) to 120° F (49° C)
Electrical
Power 12 VDC, 5 A max
24 VDC, 5 A max
PoE, PoE+ (PoE/PoE+ module must be set to 24 V)
Auxiliary Power 12 VDC, 350mA
Wiegand Ports 12 VDC, 750 mA max each
Reader Output control
(red, green, yellow, beeper)
Open drain
10 mA max
Reader Input Lines (D0, D1) Low Level <0.8 V
High Level 4.0 - 5.25 V
Reader Output Voltage 12 VDC
RM / RS485 Reader Ports 12 VDC, 1.2 A each
Relay Ports 30 VDC, 3.0 A (Dry)
12/24 VDC, 750mA (Wet) Voltage is same as source voltage minus current
switch drop.
All outputs are Class 2 power limited.
Total port output limited by overall board maximum (5A minus board electronics).
Maximum loading must not exceed 4.5 A.
Table 2:Environmental and Electrical Specifications
Power
The iSTAR Edge G2 is powered by a UL 603 or UL 2610 External Power Supply, such as the Software House apS or a
Power over Ethernet (PoE) injector with a UL listed surge protector, evaluated to UL 1449.
A PoE module can be used with the following injectors:
■POE125U-4-HP-R
■POE36U-1AT-R
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NOTE Phihong injectors , or power-limited, PoE injectors, which are UL 294 listed.
Ensure PoE/PoE+ modules are set to 24 V.
IEEE 802.3 (AT or AF) compliance was not verified to UL294.
PoE installations are UL listed for Mode B only.
Grounding Requirements
■Ensure that the iSTAR Edge G2 controller is properly connected to an earth ground at the ground stud in the cabinet.
Use 16 AWG or larger wire.
■Ensure that the shield wires for the readers, inputs, outputs, and AUX cables are grounded to the nearest ground
connection at one end only of the cable.
■Disconnect the ground wire last to provide maximum protection to the equipment and personnel.
Compliance
■The iSTAR Edge G2 must be installed within the protected premises.
■When purchased separately, the iSTAR Edge G2 modules must be installed in an enclosure which has an electrically
supervised tamper switch to maintain UL compliance.
■For Proprietary Burglar Alarm installations, the iSTAR Edge G2 must be installed in accordance with UL 681 -
Standard for Installation and Classification of Burglar and Hold-Up Alarm Systems.
Feature Level
Destructive Attack 1
Line Security 4
Endurance 4
Standby Power 1
Table 3:UL294 Levels
Safety Information
Life Safety Requirement
A fail-safe mechanism override must be installed at each card reader exit to allow people to leave the secure area in case of
electromechanical device failure.
Static Electricity
■Before handling any internal components, discharge static electricity by touching a grounded surface.
■Wear a grounding wrist strap and stand on a grounded static protection mat during installation
■Limit movement during installation to reduce static buildup.
■Transport components in static-shielded containers.
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Ethernet Connection
■x2 Ethernet port onboard - supports 10/100/1000 Base-T Ethernet connections.
Communications
■Full 256-bit encryption.
NOTE All cabling must be shielded.
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Installation
Mounting the Enclosure
The iSTAR Edge G2 module must be installed in a GSTAR-CAN to maintain UL listing.
NOTE The system must be installed indoors within a protected premises in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA70), and
relevant local authority regulations.
1. Ensure that the mounting site has been prepared. A certified installer or structural engineer should verify the upper
mounting points.
2. Unpack the components while observing static electricity precautions.
3. Remove the appropriate knockouts for all of the wiring inputs and outputs.
4. Remove the enclosure door and place it on a soft surface.
5. Align the keyhole mounting slots at the upper back of the enclosure with the two upper mounting screws and lower the
enclosure into position. See iSTAR Edge G2 Enclosure on Page 7.
6. Install the two bottom mounting screws.
7. Attach conduit couplings to the knockout openings as needed to comply with local and national codes or regulations.
8. Reattach the enclosure door.
• If an accessory board is mounted to the inside of the door, ensure the wires are not pinched by the door.
• The iSTAR Edge G2 must be permanently wired to mains electricity without switches that could be used to
interrupt the electricity supply.
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Figure 1:iSTAR Edge G2 Enclosure
NOTE The WIFI/BLE MODULE *PHASE 2* shown in Figure 1 is a future option which may not be included on your current iSTAR Edge G2
board.
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Wiring
Wiring Specifications and Components
Signal From To AWG Shield Max Length
RS-485 Comm,
two wire
iSTAR Edge
G2
RM and I/O
Modules
22 Yes 4000 ft (1212m)
Power iSTAR Edge
G2
RM and I/O
Modules
22/18 No Range of 600 ft to
1500 ft, depending on
AWG used.
RJ-45-Ethernet iSTAR Edge
G2
Hub, Host Cat 5e
24
N/A 328 ft (100m)
Supervised Input iSTAR Edge
G2
Input 22/18 No 2000 ft (606m)
Request-to-exit
(REX or RTE)
iSTAR Edge
G2
Switch 22/18 No 2000 ft (606m)
Door Contact (DSM) iSTAR Edge
G2
Contact 22/18 No 2000 ft (606m)
Supervised Input iSTAR Edge
G2
Input 22 Yes 2000 ft (606m)
Reader Input iSTAR Edge
G2
Proximity/Wiegand
signaling read
head
22
20
18
Yes 200 ft (60.96m)
300 ft (91.4m)
500 ft (152.4m)
Table 4:iSTAR and Components Wiring Specifications
■There are 2 jumpers on the PoE module:
• x1 jumper to select PoE or PoE Plus (+). Ensure the jumpers are set correctly if using PoE.
• x1 jumper to configure the voltage used to power the Edge G2 and to supply the wet relays for door locks. Set the
jumper to 24 VDC for the Edge G2.
■Do not connect the PoE injector to a receptacle controlled by a switch.
■The Tamper, Battery Low, and AC Power Fail inputs must be enabled and connected to report to comply with UL
requirements.
NOTE Shielded cable must be used for AC Fail in Low Battery input connections.
Supervised Inputs must use shielded, 22 AWG (minimum) stranded, twisted-pair cable, such as Belden 9462 or equivalent, for
monitor points, DSMs, and REXs.
Wiring methods must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Connections between PSE or power injector and the PD must use 26 AWG (0.13mm2) for patch cords and 24 AWG (0.21mm2) for
horizontal or riser cables connected through standard 8-pin RJ-45 connectors.

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NO/NC Double Resistor 1K
This is the standard Software House method of supervision.
1K Ω is considered Secure and 500 Ω or 2K Ω are considered Alert. The wiring for NO and NC is different, as shown in
Figure 2.
Figure 2:NO / NC Double Resistor 1K
The NO/NC Double Resistor method will report:
■Short
■Normal / Secure (1K)
■Alert (500 Ω or 2K)
■Open (>30K)
■Line Fault (Any unexpected value). This is usually due to faulty resistors or incorrect resistor values.

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Dry Relay Wiring
Figure 3:Dry Relay Wiring
Figure 3 shows a dry relay wiring setup.
■Max current is 3A at 30 VAC/VDC.
■Use NO or NC as appropriate.
■The jumper is in the Dry position.
Wet Relay Wiring
Figure 4:Wet Relay Wiring
Figure 4 shows a wet relay wiring setup for a normal, NO latch.
■Max current is 0.75 A at 12 VDC or 24 VDC, depending on input supply.
■The jumper is in the Wet position.
■GND is used for common, not for the C pin.

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Wet Wiring for a MagLock
Figure 5:Wet Relay Wiring for MagLock
Figure 5 shows wet wiring for a magnetic lock.
■GND and NC pins are used for energized magnetic locks.
■The jumper is in the Wet position.
Wiring for AC Fail / Low Batteries
Figure 6:AC Fail / Low Battery wiring
Figure 6 shows wiring for AC fail / low battery condition.
■NC connections share a common GND connection.

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Readers
Wiegand Readers
Figure 7:Wiegand Readers
Figure 7 shows direct Wiegand signaling read head connections.
RS485 Readers
Figure 8:RS485 Readers
Figure 8 shows RS485 full duplex and half duplex reader connections.