KMS Simplekey 4 User manual

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KMS Simplekey 4
Installation Guide
Version: 1.3.3
Publication Number: 1.03
KMS Publication Date: August 2019

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Table of Contents
Preface..............................................................................................................................................................5
About this Publication ...............................................................................................................................5
Customer Support ......................................................................................................................................5
KMS Documentation / Product Enhancements.....................................................................................6
Introduction.....................................................................................................................................................7
Description...................................................................................................................................................7
Components ................................................................................................................................................7
How it Works ...............................................................................................................................................7
Programming...............................................................................................................................................8
Specification ................................................................................................................................................9
Access Provided ......................................................................................................................................9
Controller Physical Characteristics......................................................................................................9
Communications .....................................................................................................................................9
Operating Parameters...........................................................................................................................9
Information Required for Setting up a New Block or Area to an Existing Customer Cloud ...... 10
Existing Customers.............................................................................................................................. 10
New Builds............................................................................................................................................. 11
Site Survey............................................................................................................................................. 11
System Commissioning........................................................................................................................... 12
Quick Start ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Installation .................................................................................................................................................... 15
The Simplekey 4 System......................................................................................................................... 15
System Interconnects ............................................................................................................................. 16
I2C2......................................................................................................................................................... 16
RJ45 Adaptor ........................................................................................................................................ 17
System Controller........................................................................................................................................ 18
Mk3 System Controller Updates........................................................................................................... 18
System Controller Overview.................................................................................................................. 19
Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 20
Box Tamper ........................................................................................................................................... 20
Auxiliary relays 1 & 2 ........................................................................................................................... 20
Communication BUS ............................................................................................................................ 21
Lock 1 and Lock 2 ................................................................................................................................. 21

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Lock 1 and Lock 2 (Outputs) Maximum 2A supply......................................................................... 22
PSU ......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Battery................................................................................................................................................... 22
Lock Outputs ............................................................................................................................................ 23
Input Connections ................................................................................................................................... 24
Health and Safety ................................................................................................................................ 24
Door Contacts ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Request to Exit..................................................................................................................................... 24
Auxiliary Inputs .................................................................................................................................... 25
Cable Requirements.................................................................................................................................... 26
Maximum cable runs ............................................................................................................................... 27
KMS BUS........................................................................................................................................................ 28
Between Cabinet Wiring ........................................................................................................................ 29
Loss of BUS Communications ................................................................................................................ 30
Fail-Safe.................................................................................................................................................. 30
Fail-Secure ............................................................................................................................................. 30
Lock Controller............................................................................................................................................. 31
Lock Controller Input Connections....................................................................................................... 32
Test procedure ..................................................................................................................................... 32
Lock Controller Output Connections................................................................................................... 33
Test procedure ..................................................................................................................................... 33
Lock Output.............................................................................................................................................. 34
Lock Output continued ....................................................................................................................... 35
Communications BUS Input ................................................................................................................... 36
Reader Interface .......................................................................................................................................... 37
Reader Interface Overview.................................................................................................................... 38
Reader Connections Ch1 & Ch2............................................................................................................. 39
Communications BUS Input ................................................................................................................... 39
BUS Readers ................................................................................................................................................. 40
Compatibility ............................................................................................................................................ 40
Cabling....................................................................................................................................................... 40
Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 40
Connection................................................................................................................................................ 40
BUS Reader Wiring .................................................................................................................................. 41
Locks .............................................................................................................................................................. 42
Lock Suppression ................................................................................................................................. 42
Basic System Wiring .................................................................................................................................... 43

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System Wiring Overview ........................................................................................................................ 43
System Wiring Example 1....................................................................................................................... 44
System Wiring Example 2....................................................................................................................... 45
Security / Alarms.......................................................................................................................................... 46
Power Cut.............................................................................................................................................. 46
Loss of Data .......................................................................................................................................... 46
System Controller................................................................................................................................ 46
Communications Module ........................................................................................................................... 47
Communication Module Variants ......................................................................................................... 48
CM-4G features..................................................................................................................................... 48
Communications Module Overview ..................................................................................................... 49
Communications Module LED Key........................................................................................................ 49
Communications status....................................................................................................................... 49
GSM Indicator LED................................................................................................................................ 50
Signal strength...................................................................................................................................... 50
SEM................................................................................................................................................................. 51
Introduction.............................................................................................................................................. 51
Connections.............................................................................................................................................. 51
Glossary ......................................................................................................................................................... 52

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Preface
This KMS Simplekey 4 Installation provides all the information required to install a
Simplekey 4 system.
About this Publication
This guide lists all the basic aspects of installation, from the system introduction
which provides basic information about the Simplekey 4 system (e.g.specifications) to
more detailed installation information on each component. All aspects of this manual
assume previous experience in the installation of access control equipment, low
voltage and extra low voltage systems.
Customer Support
KMS provides support to resolve questions or problems regarding installation,
operation, or use of our products. KMS provides all levels of support during normal
Business hours (09:00 –5:00, Monday to Friday).
KMS currently do not provide an out of hours service.
You can contact customer support as below:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: [phone]
Note: Installation must be wired in accordance with National Wiring
Regulations (BS7671, IEE National Wiring Regulations in the UK).
Failure to do so can result in injury or death by electric shock. It must
also comply with any local Fire, Health and Safety Regulations.

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KMS Documentation / Product
Enhancements
Submit all product and documentation suggestions to KMS’ product management
team at [email protected]
Include your name, contact details and the name of the KMS product you are using.
For documentation suggestions, include the publication title and number located on
the publication’s front cover.

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Introduction
Description
Simplekey 4 is an extendable residential access control system with each System
Controller providing access for up to 10,000 residents through one or more
doors (up to 16) using KMS proximity readers.
Note: Other readers (e.g. Wiegand 26-bit) may be used in
conjunction with the KMS Reader Interface.
Components
A Simplekey 4 system comprises:
•A Simplekey 4 System Controller.
•A Simplekey 4 Communications Module (CM).
•Optional BUS readers.
•Optional Reader Interface.
•Optional Lock Controller.
•Optional Front Panel.
•Optional Simplekey Event Manager.
•Optional BUS Isolation Module (release date TBC)
It is normally supplied boxed with a power supply, pre-programmed tokens and
relevant labelling.
Note: By using the KMS BUS a maximum of 16 doors can be managed..
There is a 700 metre limit for the KMS BUS, which is divided between all
system components, no single component to extend beyond 100m. Two
controllers can be linked together in the cabinet to manage up to 32 doors.
This will require additional equipment and system setup. Please contact
KMS Technical for further details
How it Works
Each KMS shark tooth token contains a unique code. The Simplekey 4 System
Controller can store up to 10,000 tokens in non-volatile memory. When a token is

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presented to a reader the token code is compared with those stored in the controller
memory. If a match is found then the associated lock is released.
Programming
A Simplekey 4 system comes pre-programmed to meet client requirements. Tokens
are assigned to areas providing access to the doors specified by the customer.
To ensure correct programming, the information described in “Information Required
for Setting up a New Block / Area to an Existing Customer Cloud” on page 10 is
required when the order is placed.
Once the system is up and running it is administered via Simplekey Web.
Some basic programming is possible using the controller if a keypad is attached but
this is primarily for maintenance purposes.
The keypad, also called an ‘Engineers Keypad’, is available at a separate cost and is
subject to use and restrictions.

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Specification
The following tables provide product details.
Access Provided
Doors: Controls up to 16 doors per System Controller with up to two readers per
door.
Tokens: Up to 10,000.
Controller Physical Characteristics
Dimensions (H x W): 210 x 150mm
Weight: 268g (with CM-4G)
Mounting: Five (3.2mm) fixing holes.
Note: Upgrade controllers are supplied on a variety of backplates to
meet site requirements. Please contact KMS at [email protected] for
more information.
Communications
Mobile and I.P based communications. See ‘Modem’ section within manual.
Communication interface to additional components (readers etc.): KMS BUS
Memory type: Non-volatile FLASH
Baud rate: 115,200
Operating Parameters
Input voltage range: +12v to 14v DC
Current consumption at +12v DC: Average 160mA, peak 5A, 5A maximum
Lock power: +12v to 14v DC; 2A lock (maximum)
Operating temperature: -10oC to 80oC (14oF to 158oF)
Operating humidity: 10% to 85% relative humidity, non-condensing.
Lock relay timer 1 - 255 seconds (default 5 seconds)
Door open timer 0 –255 seconds (default 0 seconds ( off))

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Information Required for Setting up a
New Block or Area to an Existing
Customer Cloud
Each customer cloud needs to be set up to reflect what is physically on the ground
and to suit how the customer manages their operation.
For example, customers may have:
•Set up separate regions (i.e. North, South, etc.) and each new block/area must
be positioned in the correct region within the customer cloud.
•Defined ‘Estates’ with specific blocks associated with them and each block
must be positioned within the correct estate.
It is important that the system is constructed correctly for each customer and
matches the ‘physical’ hierarchy used by the customer. This is particularly important
as the system grows to ensure ease of operation for the client.
Existing Customers
For existing clients, the following information is required:
•The name of the client (end user customer cloud).
•Details of the block/area to be added - full name and address including
postcode.
•Details of any existing region / area / estate / block / road etc. to which the new
block / area is to be added or confirmation that it is a separate block / area not
tied to an existing region etc.
•The equipment required (controllers, readers, etc.) including part numbers.
•Token assignments - flat number, parking bays, door names, etc. as required.
•The sequence in which the doors are to be programmed (Door 1 = MED, Door 2
= RED etc.).
•Access details—who is permitted access to where.
•Any Time Profiles required (e.g. specific times for cleaners, etc.).
•Token colours and quantities for programming for each specific area.
•Token colours and quantities for programming to the customer cloud.
•Any other information that may need to be considered.