KeriSystems MS-4000 User manual

MS-4000: ShootingStar Reader
1530 Old Oakland Road, Suite 100 01815-004 Rev. F
San Jose, CA 95112 USA
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MS-4000
Quick Start Guide
The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader
The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader is intended for installation on a solid metal surface, in proximity
applications where a vandal-proof reader is required. The reader is housed in a weatherproof,
bulletproof stainless steel package.
1.0 Specifications
1.1 Dimensions
• 5.25 inches High x 2.00 inches Wide x 0.75 inches Deep
• 13.35 cm High x 5.08 cm Wide x 1.91 cm Deep
Figure 1: MS-4000 Dimensions

MS-4000: ShootingStar Reader
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1.2 Operating Voltage
• 5v to 14v DC @ 50 ma
1.3 Cable Specifications
• up to 500 feet using six conductor, shielded, stranded AWG 24 wire (such as Belden 9536)
2.0 Mounting Instructions
There are two methods for mounting the ShootingStar Reader on a solid metal surface (see Figure 1
on page 1).
1. To mount the reader from the outside, three holes need to be drilled. One through-hole (0.25" –
1/4") accommodates the reader cable. Two holes correspond with two 1/4", countersunk
through-holes in the face of the reader (hole size is dependent upon the size of the mounting
screw).
2. To mount the reader from the inside, five holes need to be drilled. One through hole (0.25" – 1/
4") accommodates the reader cable. Four 1/4" through holes correspond with four 1/4" x 20
tapped holes in the back of the reader. Drill these holes to accommodate 1/4" x 20 bolts.
NOTE: Do not mount the reader near sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) such as a
computer monitor. EMI degrades a reader's read range.
3.0 Connections
The ShootingStar Reader does not require configuration; there are no switches or jumpers to set.
The ShootingStar Reader is normally connected to a PXL-250, PXL-100, or IntelliProx, but can be
connected to an alternative host controller/alarm panel through an IntelliProx used in its Wiegand
input device mode. All connections needed to support the reader are made through the reader's
cable. Three of the wires on the MS-4000 cable are not used (Brown, White, and Green). Please
consult the tables on pages 2 and 3 for specific connection instructions.

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3.1 PXL-250 Connections
The "A" reader connects to TB5, pins 1, 3 and 4 (no connection is made to pins 2, 5, 6, and 7).
The "B" reader connects to TB6 pins 1, 3 and 4 (no connection is made to pins 2, 5, 6, and 7).
Connecting to the PXL-250 – TB5 or TB6
Figure 2: PXL-250 Connections
Pin # Function Wire Color
1 Reader Antenna Blue
2 no connection –
3 Reader Power Red
4 Reader Ground Black
4 Shield Silver
5 no connection –
6 no connection –
7 no connection –

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3.2 Design 5 PXL-100 Connections
The "A" reader connects to TB2, pins 14 through 19. The "B" reader connects to TB3, pins 20
through 25.
Connecting the PXL-100 – TB2 Connecting to the PXL-100 – TB3
Figure 3: Design 5 PXL-100 Connections
NOTE: Please contact customer support at Keri Systems for information regarding connecting a
Reader to a Design 4 PXL-100. A Design 4 PXL-100 can be identified by the location of its power
connection made at the middle of the left edge of the printed circuit board.
Pin # Function Wire Color Pin # Function Wire Color
14 no connection – 20 no connection –
15 no connection – 21 no connection –
16 Reader Power Red 22 Reader Power Red
17 Reader Ground Black 23 Reader Ground Black
17 Shield Silver 23 Shield Silver
18 Reader Antenna Blue 24 Reader Antenna Blue
19 no connection – 25 no connection –

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3.3 IntelliProx Connections
The reader is connected to TB1, pins 1, 5, and 6 (no connection is made to pins 2, 3, and 4).
Connecting to the IntelliProx – TB1
Figure 4: IntelliProx Connections
Pin # Function Wire Color
1 Reader Antenna Blue
2 no connection –
3 no connection –
4 no connection –
5 Reader Power Red
6 Reader Ground Black
6 Shield Silver

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4.0 Installation Verification
The following information applies to an installation with a Keri Systems controller or IntelliProx
unit. When used with an alternative host controller/alarm panel through an IntelliProx used in its
Wiegand input device mode, the actions of the reader are controlled by the alternative host
controller/alarm panel and might not match those of a Keri Systems controller.
The reader's power is provided by the controller, so the reader is powered on when the controller is
powered on.
Since the ShootingStar Reader does not have an LED or beeper to annunciate reader status, the only
way to verify reader operation is to present an enrolled card or tag to the reader and see that the door
associated with the reader and controller unlocks. This is valid for the PXL-250, PXL-100, and
IntelliProx.
The ShootingStar reader's range will be up to 1 inch depending upon the installation conditions, the
material on which the reader is mounted, and whether it is a card or a key tag being read. The metal
surrounding and protecting the reader's electronics limits the reader's read range. Because of this,
the key tag is the preferred proximity device. Its small size allows the entire key tag to be presented
within the reader's field. Cards can be used, but they must be presented to the reader in a manner
that places a large portion of the card within the reader's field. Figure 5 shows how this is done.
Figure 5: Presenting a Card to an MS-4000
Refer to the Troubleshooting the Reader Installation section beginning on page 7 if the reader is not
functioning properly.

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5.0 Troubleshooting the Reader Installation
Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
The reader does
not recognize a
card/tag.
1. One or more of the
reader’s wiring
connections are
incorrect.
• Power down the controller and verify the
wiring connections are correct for the
reader/controller combination per the
instructions provided in the Connections
section on pages 2 and 3.
2. The reader is not
receiving proper power
from the controller.
• Verify the voltage supplied to the reader is
between 5 and 14 VDC.
3. The reader is mounted
too close to a device that
radiates electromagnetic
interference.
• Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects
read range. When possible, relocate either
the reader or the device to provide a greater
distance between the two.
4. A jumper is not set
correctly on the
controller.
• For a PXL-250: Verify there is a jumper
across pins 1 and 2 of JP4 (refer to the
Technical Reference manual for more
information - Keri p/n 01836-001).
• For a PXL-100: If the controllers are using
TAPTM software, verify JP1 on the
controller and the jumper on the Receiver
card1are installed across both jumper pins.
If the controllers are using DoorsTM
software, verify JP1 on the controller and
the Receiver card1are not installed across
both pins (typically the jumper will be
installed onto one of the pins to keep it
available).
• For an IntelliProx: Verify there is not a
jumper across pins 1 and 2 of JP1
(typically the jumper can be installed onto
one of the pins to keep it available).
1. The receiver board's jumper is on the underside of the board. Gently pull the receiver board away from
the controller, verify the jumper setting is correct per your application, carefully align the connectors on
the receiver board with the pins on the controller, and gently push the receiver board back into place.
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Problem Probable Cause Corrective Action
5. You are using an
incorrect type of card.
• Make sure you are using an access card
that is compatible with the reader.
6. The reader is unable to
read the card.
• Verify there is nothing that can interfere
between the reader and the access card.
The reader has a
short read range.
1. The reader's controller
is not properly
grounded.
• Ensure there is a quality earth ground
connection made to the controller. Refer to
the controller's documentation for specific
information regarding the earth ground
connection.
2. The shield wire for the
reader's cable has
opened somewhere
between the reader and
the controller.
• Verify the shield line from the controller to
the reader is one continuous, connected
line. Refer to the controller's installation
documentation and verify the shield line is
correctly connected to the controller.
3. The reader is mounted
too close to a device that
radiates electromagnetic
interference.
• Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects
read range. When possible, relocate either
the reader or the device to provide a greater
distance between the two.
4. The controller is
mounted too close to a
device that radiates
electromagnetic
interference.
• Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects
read range. When possible, relocate either
the controller or the device to provide a
greater distance between the two.
5. The reader is powered
by a switching power
supply.
• Switching power supplies are EMI sources.
Change to a linear, regulated power supply.