Mircom TX3 Series User manual

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TX3 Series
TX3-CX CARD ACCESS SYSTEM
Installation and Operation Manual

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Contents
1 Welcome 9
1.1 Introducing the TX3-CX Card Access System 10
1.2 Applications 10
1.2.1 Wiegand interface 10
1.2.2 Card Access System 10
1.3 Configurable Features 11
1.3.1 PC Configurator Software 11
1.4 Installer Responsibilities 11
1.4.1 PC Requirements 11
1.5 Network Setup 12
1.6 About This Manual 12
1.6.1 Version Control 13
1.6.2 Additional Documentation 13
1.6.3 Key Terms 13
1.6.4 Contact Us 14
1.6.5 General Inquiries 14
1.6.6 Customer Service 14
1.6.7 Technical Support 14
1.6.8 Website 14
1.6.9 Email 14
2 Installation and Setup 15
2.1 Installing the Controller and Components 16
2.1.1 Installing the thermal kit and tamper switch 17
2.1.2 Installing the modem 17
2.2 Controller Board Description 18
2.2.1 Controller Panel LEDs 18
2.2.2 Controller Board Components 18
2.2.3 Power Supply 20
2.2.4 ON/OFF Switch and Battery Back-up 20
2.2.5 RS-485 21
2.2.6 USB Port 21
2.3 Connecting the Inputs 21
2.3.1 Type of input function 22
2.3.2 Request to Exit 22
2.3.3 Door sense 22
2.3.4 General purpose input 23
2.3.5 Active state 23
2.3.6 Supervision requirement 23

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2.3.7 Alarm Delay 25
2.4 Connecting the Outputs 25
2.4.1 Specific functions 25
2.4.2 Active state 26
2.4.3 Outputs 1 to 6 26
2.4.4 Outputs 7 and 8 27
2.5 Connecting the Card Reader 27
2.5.1 Card Reader Requirements 27
2.5.2 Card Reader Connection 28
2.5.3 Card Reader Status LEDs 29
2.5.4 Card Reader Beeper 29
2.6 Setting DIP Switches SW2 29
2.7 Setting Jumpers 31
2.8 Turning on the Controller 32
2.8.1 Default Configuration Values 32
2.9 Updating Firmware 32
2.9.1 Firmware Version Control 33
2.10 Beginning Configuration 34
3 Configurable Features 35
3.1 Inputs 36
3.1.1 Request to exit for reader A or B 36
3.1.2 Door sense for reader A or B 36
3.2 Correlation 37
3.2.1 Assigning events to access points 37
3.2.2 Events 37
3.2.3 Actions 37
3.2.4 Output to panels 38
3.2.5 Duration 38
3.2.6 Schedule 38
3.3 Access Criteria 38
3.3.1 Lock / Unlock 39
3.3.2 High security 40
3.3.3 PC decision required 40
3.3.4 Facility code 40
3.3.5 Card + Pin 40
3.3.6 Anti-pass-back 41
3.3.7 Temporary card 41
3.3.8 Interlock 41
3.3.9 Access level 41

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3.3.10 Controller options 42
3.3.11 Access point options 42
3.3.12 Card options 43
3.4 Timers 44
3.4.1 Timer schedule 44
3.4.2 Door Unlock Timer 44
3.4.3 Extended unlock timer 45
3.4.4 Anti-pass-back timer 45
3.4.5 Door held open warning timer 45
3.4.6 Door held open alarm timer 45
3.5 Schedules 45
3.6 Holidays 46
3.7 System Status 46
3.7.1 Common trouble 46
3.7.2 Common alarm 47
Warranty & Warning Information 49
Special Notices 52

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List of Figures
Figure 1. Basic Card Access System 12
Figure 2. Card Access Controller Network 12
Figure 3. Controller Back Cover Dimensions and Optional Component Location 16
Figure 4. Modem Board Location 17
Figure 5. Controller Board Connection Locations 19
Figure 6. Power Supply 20
Figure 7. Controller Board Battery Wiring 20
Figure 8. RS-485 Terminals 21
Figure 9. Controller Board Input Terminals 22
Figure 10. Input Terminal Sample Connections 22
Figure 11. Input - Supervised for Open 24
Figure 12. Input - Supervised for Short 24
Figure 13. Input - Supervised for Open and Short 25
Figure 14. Controller Output Terminal Sample Connections 26
Figure 15. Controller 12 V Output Sample Connections 27
Figure 16. Card Reader Connections 28
Figure 17. Controller Board Card Reader Connectors 28
Figure 18. Location of Jumpers JW1 to JW5 and Switches SW1 and SW2 31

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1 Welcome
ThisdocumentprovidesinformationabouttheTX3-CXCardAccessSystemand
on how to install and configure the system.
Installation must be performed by a qualified technician and must adhere to the
standards and special notices set by the local regulatory bodies.
Note: MircomperiodicallyupdatespanelfirmwareandConfigurator
Softwaretoaddfeaturesandcorrectanyminorinconsistencies.
For information about the latest firmware or software visit the
Mircom website at www.mircom.com.
For warranty and special notices information see the Warranty and Special
Notices chapter on page 49.
This chapter explains
• The TX3-CX Card Access System
• Applications
• Configurable Features
• Installer Responsibilities
•NetworkSetup

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Welcome
1.1 Introducing the TX3-CX Card Access System
The TX3-CX Card Access System is part of the Mircom suite of products that
provide building ready monitoring, control and integrated security solutions for
use in the high end multi-tenant residential market.
TheCardAccessSystemaddressestheneedwithintoday’shighendmulti-tenant
residential market for an easy-to-use tenant access system and an easy-to-use
configuration utility.
This manual provides the technician with information about the installation and
configuration of the Card Access System and explains how to configure various
components for a new system, including the modification of an existing system.
1.2 Applications
Mircom's card access system consists of a controller, two card readers and
configuration software. The controller accepts card readers with the Wiegand
interface and controls two access points or doors. A number of different card
readers are supported all of which are configurable using the configurator
software.
The Card Access System is used in a stand-alone or networked environment
using a standard RS-485, daisy chain peer-to-peer network arrangement. This
network can consist of nodes consisting of only the card access controller or a
combinationofcardaccesscontroller,telephonesaccesscontrollersandelevator
control units (see Figure 1).
1.2.1 Wiegand interface
The Wiegand interface is a wiring standard for card readers for establishing the
connectionsbetween a card reader and thecardaccesssystem. Thisinterfaceis a
serial interface requiring 7 to 10 conductors for communications between the
reader and the controller. This interface also supplies 12V power to the reader.
The Wiegand compatible access card has26 bits of information embedded onto
the card. The card reader reads and registers the card information and sendsit
back to the controller in a serial bit stream.
1.2.2 Card Access System
The Mircom Card Access System system supports a proprietary 37 bit encoding
technology and a 26 bit SIA standard format, and consists of a maximum of 31
cardaccesscontrollersnetworkedtogether. Eachcardaccesscontrollercanhave
two card readers. The Card Access System provides battery backup and a real
time clock.

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The card access system integrates with the TX3 Telephone Access system by
utilizing a common network for both telephone access and card access systems.
A PC provides configuration and on-line monitoring of the card access and the
telephone access status. Once the system is configured, the PC is not required.
1.3 Configurable Features
The system is configured by connecting the inputs and outputs to device access
points, and using the configurator software to establish the correlations between
these inputs and outputs.
Additionalphysicalconfigurationisrequiredusingthe dip switches and jumpers
on the controller. DIP switches set the card access controller network address.
Jumper settings set the controller for firmware updates, last device on network
and the supply voltage.
1.3.1 PC Configurator Software
The Configurator Software TX3-MSW is a combined telephone access and card
accessconfiguratorthatusesacommondatabase. Oncethecontrollerisinstalled
the system applies its default values. Use the configurator software to fully
configure the system. See the following documentation:
• LT-995 Configuration and Administration Guide
• LT-973 TX3 Software Guide
1.4 Installer Responsibilities
Theinstallationandsetupmustbedonebyaqualifiedtechnician. Thetechnician
is responsible for installing all of the system components, connecting all of the
inputand output wiring for theappropriate door entry systems, andensuring that
the wiring adheres to the requirements of the system for proper operation using
the configurator software.
1.4.1 PC Requirements
The following are the PC requirements:
• Windows based configurator
• Should support Windows XP or later

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1.5 Network Setup
Figure 1 shows a basic card accesssystem with one card access controller and
twocardreaders. Themaximumdistancebetweenthecardaccesscontrollerand
thecard readersis500feet. Thecardaccesssystemcanhaveupto31cardaccess
controllers networked together.
Figure 1. Basic Card Access System
Figure 2 shows a network with two card access controllers, each with two card
readers.
Figure 2. Card Access Controller Network
1.6 About This Manual
This manual provides comprehensive information on the installation and
configurationoftheCardAccessSystembytheinstallationtechnician. Tasksare
described in the order that they are likely to be performed.
Chapter 2 describes the installation of the controller.
Chapter 3 describes the configurable modes of operation.

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This manual applies to the following models:
• TX3-CX-2K Two Door Card Access System Kit
• TX3-CX Two Door Card Access Controller
1.6.1 Version Control
The version number appears on the front cover and changes whenever there is a
major or minor update to any part of the system regarding operation or
configuration.
The following convention indicates major or minor changes:
Initial release. Version 1.00.0
Major change. Version 2.00.0
Minor change. Version 2.01.0
Pre-release changes. Version 2.01.1
1.6.2 Additional Documentation
For additional documentation, see the following Mircom literature:
• TX3-CX Touch Screen Administrators Guide LT-995
• TX3 Telephone/Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual
LT-969
• TX3 Telephone Access System User’s Guide LT-968
• TX3 Two Door Card Access System Kit Catalogue Number 6531
• TX3 Series Elevator Restriction Accessories Catalogue Number 6532
1.6.3 Key Terms
The following terms are common and specific to this manual:
CAU. Card Access Unit
ERU. Elevator Restriction Unit
LCU. Lobby Control Unit

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1.6.4 Contact Us
You can contact us from Monday to Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. E.S.T.
1.6.5 General Inquiries
Toll Free: 1-888-660-4655
Local: 905-660-4655
1.6.6 Customer Service
Toll Free: 1-888-MIRCOM5
Local: 905-695-3535
Local Fax: [phone]
Toll-Free Fax: [phone]
1.6.7 Technical Support
Fortechnical support contact Mircom’s Technical SupportDepartment between
8 A.M. and 5 P.M. (EST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
Toll Free: 1-888-MIRCOM5
Local: 905-695-3535
Local Phone: [phone]
Toll Free Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
1.6.8 Website
www.mircom.com
1.6.9 Email
[email protected]

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2 Installation and Setup
Thischapter describes theinstallation andsetup ofthecontroller and cardreader.
This chapter explains
• Card Reader Installation
•Setup
• Connecting the Inputs and Outputs
• Card Reader Connection
•PowerSupply
• Battery Backup
•RS-485
• Dip Switch and Jumper Settings
• Updating Firmware
• Beginning the Configuration

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2.1 Installing the Controller and Components
The card reader controller is surface mounted with four screws as shown in
Figure 3.
Install the following components as required:
• Thermal kit TH-102 (optional)
• Tamper switch (optional)
• Modem TX3-MDM (optional) see Figure 5
Thebackcoveris12 inches wide by14inches long. The toptwomounting holes
are 10 inches apart.
Figure 3. Controller Back Cover Dimensions and Optional Component
Location
To mount the card reader
1. Using the controller back cover as a template mark the top two mounting
hole locations 10” apart as shown in Figure 3.
2. Place the screws halfway into the wall in the position shown using a
suitable screw.
12”
14”12.4”
10”
Ground Wire with
#8 Screw Terminal -
Wire earth ground
to this point.
Tamper Switch
Thermal Kit

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3. Hang the box onto the two screws.
4. Screw the other two screws at the bottom of the panel.
5. Tighten all four screws into place.
2.1.1 Installing the thermal kit and tamper switch
Install the thermal kit inside the back cover on the left side in the location as
shown in Figure 3.
Anoptionaltamperswitchmaybeinstalledasshownatthetoprightcornerofthe
backcoverasshowninFigure 3. Thetamperswitchwireconnectstothegeneral
purpose input and correlated to a specific output (action). For a complete
description of correlations see Chapter 3 Configurable Features.
2.1.2 Installing the modem
Install the optional TX3-MDM Modem Module on the card access controller
board in the location as shown in Figure 4.
Secure the Modem Module into the location using four screws.
Figure 4. Modem Board Location
SW1ONOFF
Interface connection
P3
TX3-MDM Modem
Board location

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2.2 Controller Board Description
The Card Access System controls access points according to howthe inputs and
outputsaredefinedandcorrelatedwitheachother. Inputsandoutputsaredefined
by how the access and control points are wired with the controller.
Before you begin you must establish how you want the outputs to behave as a
functionoftheinputs. Foracompletedescriptionofcorrelationandthemodesof
operation see Chapter 3 Configurable Features.
Keep a record of the wiring for configuration purposes.
2.2.1 Controller Panel LEDs
There are three status LEDs on the front of the Card Reader Panel:
ACONLED. AC ON LED illuminatessteady greenwhenACpowerispresent.
Trouble LED. Trouble LED flashes amber at a slow rate when there is a
common trouble condition in the system. Trouble consists of:
• any supervised input
• AC power/low battery
• door held open warning
Alarm LED. Alarm LED flashes red at a fast flash rate when there is a forced
entry or the door held open alarm timer expires.
2.2.2 Controller Board Components
The card access controller consists of the following terminals:
• 8 inputs
• 8 outputs (6 relay contact outputs and 2 outputs providing 12 Vdc)
• connections for two card readers (noted as Reader A and Reader B)
• power supply
• RS-485 connector
• USB and Modem board connectors

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Figure 5. Controller Board Connection Locations
Note: See Figure 16 and Figure 17 for the terminal connections for the
two card readers.

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2.2.3 Power Supply
AnexternalPS-4orPS-4PPlug-inTransformerconnectstothe16Vacterminals.
Refer to Figure 5.
Figure 6. Power Supply
2.2.4 ON/OFF Switch and Battery Back-up
Batteryback-upisprovidedwitha12V6.5AHbatterywhichfitsinsideandatthe
bottomof the unit. Connect the batteryto the connectorslocated to theleft ofthe
ON/OFF switch SW1 as shown in Figure 7.
Figure 7. Controller Board Battery Wiring
Power terminals
OFF ON
SW1
120 Vac
16 Vac
16 Vac transformer
(PS-4 or PS-4P)
ON/OFF Switch
P6 - P5 +