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Purpose and general information
The ICON network access controller is designed to control access to residential, industrial or office premises equipped
with electromagnetic or electromechanical locks. The device allows you to automate the passage of vehicles by controlling
the barrier, gates and other actuators. The software makes it possible not only to control access, but also solves applied tasks
for controlling delays and recording working hours. Connection to a computer network is carried out via Wi-Fi 2.4Ghz or
Ethernet + POE (ICON PE model). The device provides work with two Wiegand readers in two modes:
• Input - for connecting any external reader (Wiegand 4,8,26,34 data format)
• Output - for connecting a third-party ACS to the access controller
When connecting via Wiegand interface, the distance between the devices should be up to 100 m.
The RS485 interface with support for the OSDP protocol allows the device to be used with modern readers and controllers
that support this protocol. In this case, the distance between the devices should not exceed 1000 m.
In one system, it is recommended to use the connection of readers on the same interface, which will help to avoid differences
in reading the card code and subsequent confusion in the system. ICON programming can be carried out from the Mobile
Access Control System "MACS Lite" or from the cloud service "UNIMACS". Initial settings are made through the built-in ICON
website. Always install the latest firmware for every new installation.
Two power outputs are used to control locks or other actuators:
Output 1 - Relay output 24V 5A (120W) with "Dry contact" / "Wet contact" switching (see Figure 3). In the "Dry
contact" mode, the output works like a normal relay. To supply voltage to the control contacts, it is necessary to
supply voltage to the contact "C" of the relay. In the "Wet contact" mode, the supply voltage is automatically applied
to the "C" contact of the relay.
Output 2 - Open collector output - when the output is turned on, the transistor closes the output to ground. Output
load capacity 12V 3A (36W). If it is necessary to switch devices that exceed the output load capacity, use an additional
relay (see Figure 12)
ICON provides work in several modes, which can cover a wide range of installer tasks.
Operating modes:
1. Standalone - work without connecting to networks. The user interacts with the controller using the "MACS Lite"
software being in close proximity to the controller. Connection of the User's phone to the ICON access point is
required.
2. Network - work in a local network. To work with the controllers, the phone with the "MACS Lite" application must
be registered in the same network.
3. Cloudy - work in a local network with cloud connection support. This mode allows you to use all ICON features with
minimal effort. The main advantages of this mode:
• Automatic connection
• Remote administration and monitoring
• Ability to work with virtual keys
