NAPCO GEM-ACM1D User manual

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GEM-ACM1D
Access Control Accessory
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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333 Bayview Avenue
Amityville, New York 11701
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© Napco 2004 WI1221A 6/04
SPECIFICATIONS
Housing Dimensions: 11"x121/8"x3" (28x30.8x7.6cm)
HxWxD
GEM-X255 Current Draw: 5mA
Operating Temperature: 0–49°C (32-120°F)
Input Power: 16.5VAC via CLASS 2 Plug-In 50VA Trans-
former
Door Zone Loop Voltage: 10-13VDC
Door Zone Loop Current: 2.4mA with 2.2K EOLR
Door Zone Loop Resistance: 300 ohms maximum
Combined Door Lock Power: D1 PWR (terminals 3+ and
4-) + D2 PWR (terminals 5+ and 6-)
Voltage Rating: 12VDC
Maximum Current: 1.5A
Battery Standby Time:
1. JP3 not installed: Standby Time = 0*
2. JP3 installed (factory default): Refer to battery
standby chart on page 8**
Reader 1 PWR: READER 1 PWR (terminals 17+ and 18-)
Voltage Rating: 12.5VDC to 11.7VDC with JP1 set to
12V (default). 5V with JP1 set to 5V.
Maximum Current: 125mA
Battery Standby Time:
1. JP3 not installed and 4AH battery used = 4 Hour*
2. JP3 installed (factory default): Refer to battery
standby chart on page 8**
Reader 2 PWR***: READER 2 PWR (terminals 35+ and 36-)
Voltage Rating: 12.5VDC to 11.7VDC with JP4 set to
12V. 5V with JP4 set to 5V.
Maximum Current: 125mA
Battery Standby Time:
1. JP3 not installed and 4AH battery used = 4 Hour*
2. JP3 installed (factory default): Refer to battery
standby Chart on page 8**
TABLE OF CONTENTS
GENERAL DESCRIPTION.................................................................... 1
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................... 1
LIST OF ACCESSORIES ...................................................................... 2
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.................................................................. 2
PLAN YOUR INSTALLATION ............................................................... 2
INSTALLATION/MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS..................................... 3
WIRING/CONFIGURATION ................................................................. 3
SECOND DOOR INSTALLATIONS....................................................... 6
STANDBY-BATTERY CALCULATION WORKSHEET .......................... 8
PROGRAMMING THE ACM1D............................................................. 9
ACM SYSTEM TROUBLES .................................................................. 14
DIRECT ACCESS PROGRAMMING .................................................... 15
ACCESS CONTROL USER'S CHART.................................................. 19
EVENTS LOG AND KEYPAD DISPLAY EXAMPLES ........................... 20
WIRING DIAGRAM ............................................................................... 23
WARRANTY.......................................................................................... 24
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The GEM-ACM1D is an accessory that adds integrated
access control to the burglary alarm functions of the GEM-
X255 control panel. It provides controlled access to a door
by releasing a locking device (such as a magnetic lock or
electric strike) when the proper credential is presented to
the card reader. Access control is integrated with the bur-
glary functions of the GEM-X255. It can be used to arm
and disarm the system, annunciate and report alarms and
troubles, and monitor the access door without the need for
additional contacts.
Up to 4 GEM-ACM1D modules may be connected to a
GEM-X255 control panel via standard, unshielded station
wire. Each module is capable of controlling access
through 2 doors and uses a keypad location in the system
for communication. Any polling failures, AC/DC Power or
Battery Troubles associated with the ACM will be dis-
played as a KEYPAD/ACM TROUBLE at the other keypads.
Any ACM tampers will be displayed as a KEYPAD/ACM
TAMPER at the other keypads. GEM-X255 panel code ver-
sion 5 or higher must be used for GEM-ACM1D module
installations.
Although the GEM-ACM1D performs all access decisions
immediately without consulting the panel, the panel limits
the number of users to 195. In addition, the Event Sched-
uler (requires use of PCD-Windows) is used to control user
access by scheduling "User Off" and "User On" events,
with the total number of events is limited by the panel to
255. Note: Be aware that more than one event can be
assigned to each user, and the total number of events al-
lowed is always limited to 255 regardless of how many us-
ers are programmed.
The GEM-ACM1D requires the panel for uploading user
codes/attributes (and their associated schedules), upload-
ing door attributes, digital dialer reporting and all Keypad/
ACM trouble/information displays.
Each of the two model 6005B access card readers can be
programmed to function independently on different doors,
or together controlling access for both sides of one door.
The GEM-ACM1D supports a variety of card readers, in-
cluding the Polaris XYZ magnetic card reader, the Shad-
owProx proximity card reader, the HID proximity readers,
and the 26-bit standard Wiegand card readers. The GEM-
ACM1D also supports the use of any "Request to Exit" de-
vice, including the T-Rex exit detector.
* UL installations require JP3 to be removed.
** Not Evaluated by UL.
*** Requires GEM-2D to be installed.

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GEM-ACM1D Power Supply
The GEM-ACM1D has an integral power supply which in-
cludes two primary linear regulators. The first regulator is
used to power the panel, the card readers and to re-charge
the battery. The panel and card readers are supported
with battery standby. The second regulator is used to sup-
ply up to 1.5A 12VDC for the door locks, which provides
enough current to support two 750mA magnetic locks.
The Door Lock Power has an option to enable battery
standby with a shunt connector placed across jumper JP3
(factory default). The battery is prevented from damage
caused during extended power failures with a battery drop
out circuit that disconnects the battery when there is no AC
present and battery voltage drops to approximately 9VDC.
When AC is restored, the battery is automatically re-
connected and begins to recharge.
The GEM-ACM1D tests the battery under load every 4
hours and when the RESET button is pressed. The low
battery condition will only restore after it passes the active
test. The duration of this test is 15 seconds.
There are several advantages to this power supply design.
The separation of the door lock power from the rest of the
system reduces the likelihood that turning off the power to
the door lock coils will affect performance of the system.
The use of linear versus switching regulators significantly
reduces electrical noise that may hinder the sensitivity of
proximity card readers.
LIST OF ACCESSORIES
HID Prox Point Plus Model 6005B
Any UL 294 Listed door lock
Proximity cards: Two card formats are supported:
(1) NAPCO standard 36 bit format or
(2) HID standard 26 bit format.
SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
The following system hardware is required:
Gemini GEM-X255 Control Panel version 5 or higher.
EPROM Upgrade must be installed in control panel.
PLAN YOUR INSTALLATION
Before installing your GEM-ACM1D access control acces-
sory, give careful consideration to the design and physical
layout of the system. Access control points, keypad
zones, ACM zones and all other system components
should be planned in advance to ensure an efficient and
complete installation. It is recommended that you perform
all installation steps in the same sequence as is listed in
this manual.
After selecting all access locations, be sure to then locate
the GEM-ACM1D as closely as possible to the selected
access control doors, easily accessible for servicing, and
within 1000 feet of the GEM-X255 control panel. Standard
22-24 gauge wire is recommended for all connections be-
tween the panel and the GEM-ACM1D, and 18 gauge wire
for all door strikes. Avoid running wires parallel to other
types of wiring that can cause electrical interference.
Typical Installations
There are two basic ways the GEM-ACM1D may be in-
stalled to provide access control, both are described be-
low:
Option 1 uses a single card reader on the exterior of the
restricted area and a "Request to Exit" button within the
restricted area. This method only requires a single card
reader for each access door. This method is limited in
that only entrance via the card reader is logged or
printed§. The use of the "Request to Exit" button is not
logged (anyone can exit).
Option 2 uses 2 card readers (one reader mounted in-
side and another outside the restricted area); both con-
nected in parallel to a single card reader interface. This
method requires presenting the credential for both entry
and exit from the restricted area. Although each presen-
tation of the credential is logged and printed†, whether
the presentation was used to enter or exit the restricted
area cannot be determined.
Integrating the Fire Alarm System
Before installing the access control system, be sure to con-
sult with the authority having jurisdiction to be sure to com-
ply with all local codes. NFPA requires that the Fire Alarm
System has some control over the access doors. In the
event of a Fire Alarm or the loss of primary power (typically
AC), all access doors must be unlocked.
The "Emergency Free Access" zone is designed for this
integration. The output(s) from the fire alarm system must
be wired so that if there is a fire alarm or AC failure of the
fire alarm system, the "Emergency Free Access Zone" is
either shorted or opened. See page 3 for recommended
programming and wiring information.
Keypad Placement
A keypad should be located near any access door that can
be used to arm the system, so that the status of all the
zones up to the door can be determined (UL grade A re-
quirement).
Additional Accessory Requirements
Up to three GEM-X255 zones may be dedicated to each
Access door. These three zones are the (1) Door, (2)
Forced Entry Zone and (3) Door Ajar Zone. If used, each
of these zones (up to 24 on a full system) will require either
1 of the 8 panel hardwire zones, a GEM-EZM8 zone or a
Wireless zone. If the zone is not 1 of the 8 panel zones,
then either (a) the zone will require the correctly addressed
GEM-EZM8 to be physically wired to the system, or (b) a
wireless receiver (GEM-RECVX 8/16/96/255) must be
physically wired to the system.
§A GEM-PRINT is required on the system to print.
†A second GEM-ACM1D could also be used.

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Access Groups
Useful when designing an access control system, an Ac-
cess Group is a collection of users who all have similar at-
tributes; they all enter and exit the same access door, and
all keep to the same basic schedule when using the sys-
tem. To keep the system organized and easier to man-
age, these users can be given a group name and assigned
to a specific range of contiguous user numbers (total range
is 1-195). Thus when deactivating and activating cards is
required, errors as to scheduling and other attributes can
be minimized. For new installations, we recommend that
installers program several users into the system (all with
similar attributes) to help reinforce the concept of Access
Groups for future programming.
INSTALLATION/MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
After the mounting location and all access control doors
are selected, install the GEM-ACM1D as follows:
1. Install the GEM-ACM1D. The GEM-ACM1D housing
is designed for vertical surface mounting indoors in a
dry, secure location. When selecting a mounting loca-
tion, ensure that the housing is accessible when future
servicing is required. Back-up battery must be located
within the secure housing. Mount the housing using the
two middle mounting holes and at least one bottom
mounting hole. Important Note: The GEM-ACM1D is
powered by a linear power supply which is the preferred
power supply for card proximity readers due to their
very low electrical noise (compared with switching
power supplies). However, be aware that linear power
supplies do generate moderate heat. Therefore mount
the GEM-ACM1D in a location that provides air circula-
tion around the unit, particularly directly above the
housing. Do not install the GEM-ACM1D in confined
locations. Note: For UL installations, the GEM-
ACM1D must be mounted within a protected premises.
2. Install Accessories. Mount all devices for each con-
trolled access door:
a. Mount all required keypads.
b. Mount access card readers.
c. Connect door strikes (mag locks). Recommended
door strikes are "Fail Safe" locks which open when
power fails. Note: Local jurisdictions may prohibit
"Fail Secure" locks (which remain locked when
power fails) for fire escape routes.
d. Door contacts must be hardwired directly to the
GEM-ACM1D. Do not use wireless contacts.
e. Optional accessories such as an egress button, au-
dible silence button, etc. should be mounted inside
the restricted area.
3. Install Tamper Switches. J1 must be cut to enable
tamper. Normally open tamper switches (not supplied)
can be installed in the front and back of the cabinet to
provide protection from unauthorized entry. The tamper
switches are normally open switches used in a normally
closed tamper circuit. The front tamper switch protects
the cabinet door and the back switch protects against
removal from the wall. The normally open tamper
switches are connected in series between terminal 11
(positive +12V) and terminal 12 (ground). Note: UL
requires that the unit is mounted inside the protected
premises and therefore does not require tamper
switches to be installed.
4. Remote AC On Indicator. Dedicate a zone to each
GEM-ACM1D in the system with the following fea-
tures:
•“Never Arm”
•Do not program “Burg Output”, “PulseBurg Output” or
“Fire Output”
•Program the zone for the area of the GEM-ACM1D
and GEM-2D (if used).
•Program the zone description “GEM-ACM1D X AC
FAIL” where X= the number of the GEM-ACM1D.
5. Other Connections. Wire earth ground to terminal 13
using a No. 16 AWG. or larger wire to a metal cold-
water pipe. Do not use a gas pipe, plastic pipe or AC
ground connections. NOTE: Grounding connections
should avoid bends in the grounding wire whenever
possible.
6. Connect Transformer. Install a 16.5VAC/40VA trans-
former to provide power to the GEM-ACM1D. Connect
the red battery lead (E200) to the positive battery termi-
nal and the black battery lead (E201) to the negative
battery terminal. Do not apply power until all wiring/
connections are complete.
Table #1: Card Reader Connections
GEM-ACM1D Terminal Number GEM-ACM1D Terminal Description HID Prox Point Plus Model 6005B Wires
17 (+) Reader Power Red (+ DC)
18 (-) Reader Power Black (- Ground) & (Shielded Ground)
19 Reader Data 1 White (Data 1)
20 Reader Data 0 Green (Data 0)
21 (-) Red LED Brown (Red LED)
22 (-) Red & Green LED Orange (Green LED)
23 (-) Reader Sounder Yellow (Beeper)
(Not Used) (Not Used) Blue (Hold)
(Not Used) (Not Used) Violet (Card Present)
* Tamper Connection not available on HID 6005B
**Polaris Only
Be sure to place jumper JP1 in correct configuration for 5 volt of 12 volt reader operation. See "Card Reader Power Jumper" further in this manual for
proper power configuration.
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FOR UL INSTALLATIONS
The following is required in UL installations:
1. The GEM-X255 must be installed and programmed as
required for the application.
2. A keypad must be located next to any access door, to
provide an indication (at the time of arming the system)
that all protection up to the egress door is set for duty
and the status of the GEM-ACM1D primary power.
3. Follow procedure on page 3, INSTALLATION/
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS, Step 4, "Remote AC
On Indicator".
4. Install front and back tamper switches as described in
the Installation Instructions provided (WI1278).
5. Use Prox Point Plus Model 6005B as card reader.
6. Use only UL Listed door locks.
7. Remove shunt connector from JP3 (remove battery
standby from D1 PWR and D2 PWR) assuring mini-
mum 4 hour battery standby of GEM-ACM1D burglar
accessory functions.
8. Follow wiring notes on GEM-ACM1D Wiring Diagram.
WIRING/CONFIGURATION
All inputs and outputs, door strikes, card readers and all
other accessories should first be installed as detailed
above. Also, place all correct shunt connectors on jump-
ers. Note: Do not apply power until all wiring is complete.
Both AC and battery connections must be made before the
GEM-ACM1D will function properly. Always connect the
AC power before connecting the battery to avoid system
troubles.
Refer to the wiring diagram on page 23.
1. Connect to the Remote Bus. GEM-ACM1D Termi-
nals 7-10 provide the control panel interface. Connect
as per the table below:
2. Connect Electric Door Locks.
NOTE: Before installation, always check with local
laws having jurisdiction concerning the installation of
magnetic locking devices. There may be strict limita-
tions with regard the installation of magnetic or similar
exit door locking devices. Local laws may require the
installation of electrically separate panic hardware to
ensure the door can be opened in the event of an
emergency.
Door lock outputs are controlled by schedules pro-
grammed into the panel. These door lock outputs can
operate DC-powered locking devices such as magnetic
door locks or other electromechanical locks and can be
configured to operate in "Fail Secure" (which remain
locked when power fails) or "Fail Safe" (which unlock
when power fails) configurations.
For normally de-energized door locks, connect ground
to terminal 4, wire terminal 3 to terminal 14, then con-
nect the positive door strike wire to terminal 16. See
wiring diagrams (Figs 1 and 2 below) for both normally
energized and de-energized door locks. The GEM-
ACM1D can supply a constant combined maximum
12V output of 1.5A for D1-PWR and D2-PWR.
3. Connect Door Contacts. Supervised normally closed
door contacts can be wired in series with a 2.2K end-of-
line resistor between terminals 25 and 26 (place the
supervisory resistor in series at the door contact).
4. Additional Accessories. Optional devices such as a
Request to Exit button, an audible silence button, and a
Request to Arm button are described below.
•A Request to Exit button is mounted inside the se-
cured area and is used to unlock the entry door with-
out requiring a second card reader. The RTE button
is a normally open momentary switch wired between
terminals 27 and 28.
•An Audible Silence button is mounted inside the
secured area and is used to silence the card reader
sounder during door ajar conditions, and kick-in con-
ditions. The Audible Silence button is a momentary
normally open switch wired between terminals 24-25
(SND OFF).
•A Request to Arm button can be mounted inside
GEM-X255 Terminals GEM-ACM1D Terminals
9 (+) 7 (+)
10 (-) 8 (-)
11 (TX-Green) 9 (RX-GRN)
12 (RX-Yellow) 10 (TX-YEL)
Table #2: Remote Bus Connections
* The diodes shown above are used to reduce the electrical noise produced when internals coils of the magnetic lock are de-energized.
Fig. 1: Normally Energized Lock Wiring ("Mag Lock")
Magnetic Lock GEM-ACM1D
3
4
14 16
COM N/C
(+) D1 PWR
Clamping
Diode
(supplied)*
(–) D1 PWR
Fig. 2: Normally De-Energized Lock Wiring
Electric Strike GEM-ACM1D
3
4
14 15
COM N/O
Clamping
Diode
(supplied)* (+) D1 PWR
(–) D1 PWR
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or outside the secured area and is used in conjunc-
tion with a proximity card (enabled for arming) pre-
sented at a card reader. When the RTA button is
pressed, a window of time is created during which a
valid card must be presented to the card reader in
order for arming to take place. This window of time
is equal to six times (6x) the time programmed in the
"Un-Lock" time (see pages 11 and 16) The RTA
button is a normally open momentary switch wired
between terminals 28 and 29. Before arming, the
area to be armed must be secured (all protected
doors closed, all motion sensors stable, etc.).
Note: Consult all installation instructions provided with
each accessory before installation and connection to
the GEM-ACM1D.
5. Connect Card Reader(s). Each GEM-ACM1D can
control one access card reader and two when used with
a GEM-2D module. Card readers can be installed on
one door (to control both entry and exit) or when used
with the GEM-2D on two separate doors (to control ac-
cess in one direction only). Connect the Card Readers
to the GEM-ACM1D as shown in the table below.
Note: Connecting the power lead of a 5VDC reader to
a 12VDC configured power terminal may damage the
card reader. See "Card Reader Power Jumper" further
in this manual for proper power configuration.
Each ACM will operate with any card reader that trans-
mits data in a Weigand format, regardless of manufac-
turer. Two card formats are supported: (1) NAPCO
standard 36 bit format or (2) HID standard 26 bit format.
The "embossed" number printed on the face of the
card, up to 6 digits, must be manually entered as the
user code (see Programming pages 12 and 18). When
this embossed number is entered and configured in the
system, the number cannot be entered at a system key-
pad for access.
Reader LED Indications
Many card readers include an LED for visual feedback
when access cards are presented to the reader. See
Table 3 for the variety of LED indications and their
meanings.
Remote Status LED's (Optional)
Some card readers provide LED's that can be wired to
indicate system status. For readers with a snap-on
bezel and red and green LED's, wire to terminals 30
and 31 (door 1) and terminals 48 and 49 (door 2).
When Stealth Mode is enabled, the LED indications
are displayed for one minute only. See Stealth Mode
section on page 10 below. When Stealth Mode is
disabled ("normal operation"), the LED's are always
enabled and mimic the Keypad Status LEDs for the
following functions only: Armed, Disarmed, Ready,
Not-Ready and Alarm.
Card Reader Sounder Operation
Many card readers include a sounder for audible feed-
back. The sounder output can be connected to local
warning devices for:
•Access Door Kick-In. Kick-In occurs when a locked
access door is opened (the n/c circuit between termi-
nals 25-26 or 43-44 opens). A "Kick-In" can also oc-
cur if either door circuit is shorted while locked (a su-
pervisory resistor should be connected as close to
the door contact as possible, as required for Grade A
installations). The Sounder Out terminals 23 and/or
41 turns active low, and the local sounder activates
and remains active until the access door is closed.
Additionally the "Kick-In" condition will cause the
GEM-X255 connected to the GEM-ACM1D to sense
the zone programmed "Kick-In Zone" as faulted. De-
pending on the panel program, a faulted "Kick-In
Zone" will generate an alarm or trouble. Typically,
this zone would be programmed for 24-hour and Bur-
glary output. The panel will continue to sense this
zone as open until the door contact is restored.
•Door Ajar. The access door is open for 30 seconds
or longer. The local sounder activates and remains
active until the door is closed.
A "Door Ajar" condition causes the GEM-ACM1D to
turn the (-) SND OUT (terminal 23) active low. Typi-
cally, this activates the card reader sounder. A re-
mote low current sounder may be wired to the SND
OUT and (+) READER PWR (terminal 17), but be
aware that the sounder will activate whenever the
GEM-ACM1D uses the SND OUT terminal to gener-
ate sounds on the card reader (valid card, RTE but-
ton press, first swipe of double swipe arm, etc.). The
SND OUT will remain on until the door is closed or
until the SND OFF button is pressed. (The SND OFF
button is a N/O momentary push button wired to ter-
minals 24 and 25 of the GEM-ACM1D).
Additionally the "Door Ajar" condition will cause the
GEM-X255 connected to the GEM-ACM1D to sense
the zone programmed "Door Ajar Zone" as faulted.
Depending on the panel program, a faulted "Door
Ajar Zone" will generate an alarm or trouble. The
panel will continue to sense this zone as open until
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Table 3: Reader LED Indications
LED INDICATION ACCESS CONDITION
Steady Red Door Locked
Short Steady Green Card Read--Invalid card or
disabled user
Alternating Green and Red (Downloading PCD-Windows
Program to ACM)
Long Steady Green Card Read--Valid card, user
enabled (door unlocked)
Table 3a: Remote Status LED's
LED INDICATION SYSTEM CONDITION
Steady Red System Armed
Red LED is off System Disarmed
Blinking Red System in Alarm
Steady Green System Ready to Arm
Green LED is off System Not Ready to Arm

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the door contact is restored.
6. Other Connections and Jumpers
Card Reader Power Jumper (JP1). Determine the
power requirements of the card reader in use and con-
nect jumper JP1 as follows: If a 12V device, place the
jumper on the top two pins (pins 1 and 2) and if a 5V
device, place jumper on the middle and bottom pins
(pins 2 and 3). Note: Jumper set to 12V from factory.
See wiring diagram for details.
Keypad Address Jumper (JP2). Notice that JP2 has
5 pairs of pins, each pair forming a vertical "column".
For JP2, the Access reader uses a keypad location in
the system for communication (Keypad #1 must NOT
be selected as an ACM type). The JP2 pin "columns"
1-4 must reflect (in hexadecimal) the keypad/ACM ad-
dress to be selected in the panel programming. There-
fore, if keypad address 2 is to be used for the ACM in
panel programming, the shunt connector should be
placed on the second "column" of pins marked "2" in
JP2. If keypad address 3 is to be used, place jumpers
on the first and second "column" of pins marked "1" and
"2". See Fig. 3 and Table 4 below for jumper place-
ment. Note: Panel programming is to be performed
later, in the section below "Panel Programming". Pins
marked "5" are used for the high security "Degrade
Mode Off Jumper", see next section below.
High Security--Degrade Mode Off Jumper (JP2 Pins
#5). This pair of pins on the far right (5th "column") de-
termines the operation of the GEM-ACM1D module
when a bad checksum computation is encountered.
From the factory, JP2's fifth "column" of pins are un-
populated, and therefore provides a lower security level
for the system as follows:
•When the GEM-ACM1D detects a bad configuration
data checksum computation and loses communica-
tion with the panel (unable to receive an update), the
GEM-ACM1D will grant access to any user who has
a SIA 26-bit Standard card or a NAPCO proprietary
36-bit card.
If higher security is desired, fifth "column" of pins in JP2
can be shorted using shunt provided and the GEM-
ACM1D will not allow access.
Door Lock Power - Battery Backup Jumper. Placing
a shunt connector on jumper JP3 (factory default) en-
ables battery power backup for the D1 PWR and D2
PWR outputs. Jumper JP3 will not affect the battery
standby operation of all other terminals on the GEM-
ACM1D. Therefore if AC power is lost, the GEM-
ACM1D will continue to function, but doors will not be
powered unless powered by a separate circuit. When
this jumper is not installed, the GEM-ACM1D fulfills the
UL 4 Hour Standby requirement (and is allowed to re-
main a UL listed mercantile burglary accessory to the
GEM-X255) even when drawing the maximum rated
current (1.5A) from the door locking mechanism power,
with the 4 amp-hour battery connected. If jumper is in-
stalled and AC is lost, doors will be powered by the bat-
tery, but batteries may be discharged quickly if the door
locking mechanism requires power to operate. See the
Standby Battery Calculation Worksheet on page 8.
SECOND DOOR INSTALLATIONS
The GEM-2D is a module that connects to the GEM-
ACM1D. It allows the GEM-ACM1D to independently con-
trol a second access relay using a separate card reader.
The GEM-2D is basically identical to the GEM-ACM1D,
except that the GEM-2D uses separately wired card read-
ers, door contacts and locking device relays that all func-
tion in the same manner as the GEM-ACM1D. In addition,
readers connected to the GEM-2D do not provide Arm/
Disarm capability. See "Typical Installations", Options 1
and 2 on page 2.
Installing the GEM-2D
When connecting the GEM-2D to the GEM-ACM1D, insert
the pins of the GEM-2D into receptacles J4F and J5F lo-
cated on top of the GEM-ACM1D. Before inserting, align
all pins and receptacle sockets, then fully insert the GEM-
2D into the GEM-ACM1D. See Fig. 4 below illustrating the
installation of the GEM-2D into the GEM-ACM1D.
JP1 JP2
5V
12V
Card Reader
Power Jumper
Keypad
Jumper
(1-4)
1 2 3 4 5
High Security
Jumper
(5)
Fig. 3: Jumpers JP1 and JP2
JP2: Pins "columns" 1 through 5 are depicted from
left to right using the illustrations in the table below:
Unconnected jumpers are white:
Shorted Jumpers are black:
Keypad
Address
JP2 Jumper Pin
"Column" Shorted
JP2
Illustration
1 Not used, must be a keypad.
Do not configure ACM for Keypad #1
2 2
3 1 and 2
4 3
5 1 and 3
6 2 and 3
7 1 and 2 and 3
8 4
9 1 and 4
10 2 and 4
11 1 and 2 and 4
12 3 and 4
13 1 and 3 and 4
14 2 and 3 and 4
15 1 and 2 and 3 and 4
Table 4 Keypad Jumper JP2 Configuration
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* The diodes shown above are used to reduce the electrical noise produced when internals coils of the magnetic lock are de-energized.
Fig. 6: Normally De-Energized Lock Wiring
Electric Strike GEM-2D
5
6
32 33
COM N/O
Clamping
Diode
(supplied)* (+) D2 PWR
(–) D2 PWR
Fig. 5: Normally Energized Lock Wiring ("Mag Lock")
Magnetic Lock GEM-2D
5
6
32 34
COM N/C
(+) D2 PWR
Clamping
Diode
(supplied)*
(–) D2 PWR
Lock Wiring for the GEM-2D
GEM-2D WIRING/CONFIGURATION
Connect 2nd Door Strike (Mag Lock).
NOTE: Before installation, always check with local
laws having jurisdiction concerning the installation of
magnetic locking devices. There may be strict limita-
tions with regard the installation of magnetic or similar
exit door locking devices. Local laws may require the
installation of electrically separate panic hardware to
ensure the door can be opened in the event of an
emergency.
Door strike outputs are controlled by schedules pro-
grammed into the panel. These door strike outputs can
operate DC-powered locking devices such as magnetic
door locks or other electromechanical locks and can be
configured to operate in "Fail Secure" (which remain
locked when power fails) or "Fail Safe" (which unlock
when power fails) configurations.
For normally closed door strikes, connect ground to ter-
minal 6, wire terminal 5 to terminal 32, then connect the
positive door strike wire to terminal 34. See Figs. 5 and
6 below. The GEM-ACM1D can supply a constant
combined maximum 12V output of 1.5A for D1-PWR
and D2-PWR.
Fig. 4: Installing the GEM-2D. Before inserting, align all pins and
receptacle sockets, then fully insert the GEM-2D into receptacles J4F
and J5F located on top of the GEM-ACM1D.
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STANDBY-BATTERY CALCULATION WORKSHEET
Use the procedure given below to determine the required standby battery capacity in Ampere-Hours (AH). NOTE: It is not totally
accurate to merely divide the combined standby current (in amperes) by the battery amp-hour rating to obtain the standby time (in
hours), since other factors (control-panel charging capabilities, temperature, battery condition, battery discharge rate, etc.) affect
battery operation. The following calculations will yield the theoretical standby time of the 4AH and 7AH batteries at room tempera-
ture. NOTE: JP3 is used to provide standby power to D1 and D2 power output terminals. When AC power is removed, these ter-
minals will not have battery standby voltage available. UL has only evaluated the system with JP3 removed. In addition, this
Standby-Battery Chart has not been evaluated by UL.
1. STANDBY CURRENT
STANDBY CURRENT (Amps)
DEVICE QTY EACH TOTAL
GEM-ACM1D 1 X 0.04 = 0.04
GEM-2D 1 X =
Reader 2 of 2 X =
Door Strike 1* X =
Door Strike 2* X =
X =
X =
X =
TOTAL STANDBY CURRENT
Amps
Reader 1 of 2 X =
*Not applicable if JP3 is not installed. JP3 must NOT be installed in UL installations.
Current Capacity (AH) Standby Time
0.35A 7.0 AH 20 Hours
0.70A 6.3 AH 9 Hours
1.4A 5.6 AH 4 Hours
1.8A 5.13 AH 2.85 Hours*
7AH Battery Standby Time @ 20 degrees C
Current Capacity (AH) Standby Time
0.2A 4.0 AH 20 Hours
0.40A 3.6 AH 9 Hours
0.80A 3.2 AH 4 Hours
1.40A 2.8 AH 2 Hours
1.8A 2.61AH 1.45 Hours*
4AH Battery Standby Time @ 20 degrees C

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PROGRAMMING THE GEM-ACM1D
After all wiring and connections have been made (refer to
all previous steps, above), first program the GEM-X255 via
the PCD-Windows Quickloader* download software (use
version 4.5 or later). The GEM-X255 will then transfer the
access programming to the GEM-ACM1D. Direct Address
Program Mode can also be used for programming via the
keypad, with the exception of schedules. To schedule the
ACM users, PCD-Windows MUST be used. See WI1035
for PCD-Windows installation and configuration instruc-
tions.
Note: The panel must not be programmed with an unat-
tended remote download. The system must always be
tested after programming or re-programming.
PCD Windows Screens
Several PCD-Windows screens* are used. After PCD-
Windows is installed and running, create a new GEM-X255
account.
Note: A door contact on an ACM takes over for an exist-
ing Physical Zone. To add additional zones to a panel,
use an EZM or an RF Wireless Receiver. Map the ACM
door, Forced Door and Door Ajar to these zones.
1. Enable ACM Access
In PCD-Windows, click the System Assignment but-
ton, and select the System Options tab. In the System
area at the right, check "Enable ACM Access" and click
OK to save. This step should be performed first be-
cause it makes PCD-Windows* display the correct
screens for access control.
This can also be performed in Direct Address Program
Mode: Go to address 2423 and enable bit zero (press
1 on the keypad) to allow the GEM-ACM1D and GEM-
2D accessories to function in the system.
2. ACM/Keypad Assignment
Click the Keypad Assignment button, and select the
ACM Assignment tab. This screen allows you to asso-
ciate the hardware (installed ACM modules) to areas,
mapped zones, external relays, and other elements of
the security system. An EZM or a GEM-RECV must be
assigned to the zones programmed for each door. Up
to 4 ACMs (each with 2 doors with 3 zones each) for a
total of 24 out of a possible 255 zones in the panel can
be programmed for access control. Configure the ac-
cess control modules by entering or selecting the infor-
mation in the areas provided:
ACM: Up to four GEM-ACM1D modules can be used
in a system.
Keypad: Assign the physically installed ACM to a key-
pad location in the system. Keypad number 1 cannot
be used, therefore select a keypad location 2-15.
Door: Two doors are allowed for each GEM-ACM1D
module, when a GEM-D2 module is installed. The
Door column simply displays these two doors to allow
for further programming below.
Area: Assign an area to each ACM door. If the access
area is shared by both the GEM-ACM1D and GEM-D2,
then the same area is used for each door. For each
door programmed, there are three possible events that
can occur and thus activate the zone specified. You
MUST designate a separate zone number for each of
the three possible events below.
•Zone: Assign a zone number to activate when the
access door is opened. (wired to door contacts).
•Forced Entry Zone: Assign a zone number to acti-
vate when a door is opened, but not unlocked.
•Door Ajar Zone: Assign a zone number to activate
when the door is opened, but not closed, for a speci-
fied period of time.
Note: These zones can be programmed into the
control panel (via the keypad) using Direct Address
Program Mode: Addresses 2740 -2779 correspond
to the 4 possible ACM's and their zones. The Area
# for Door 1 is controlled by the existing Keypad
Programming table (Address 2425 to 2439). The
assigned area for Door #2 for each ACM must be
entered in addresses 2748, 2758, 2768 and 2778
and must not be left blank if Door 2 is to be used.
See the Direct Address Programming Instructions
on page 15 for more details.
Arm All Areas Allowed: Check to allow multiple arm-
ing of areas. However, in order for this feature to func-
tion, several other programming conditions must also
be in effect: (1) The proximity card used must be pro-
grammed to allow for arming. (2) The card must be
programmed to allow for arming multiple areas as
specified in the User Assignment screen, "ACM Area"
column (up to 8 areas).
Uncheck to restrict users to arming only those areas in
which the card reader physically resides (and for which
the card reader is programmed), and only among those
areas specified in the User Assignment screen, "ACM
Area" column.
For example, if a user is permitted to arm areas 1-5 (as
specified by the User Assignment screen "ACM Area"
column), and this feature is checked, that user will be
permitted to arm areas 1-5 at any specified reader. If
unchecked, then the user will be permitted to arm only
the area in which the card reader resides--area 2 will
arm if using an area 2 reader, or area 3 will arm if using
an area 3 reader, and so on.
Corresponds to GEM-X255 Direct Address Program
mode addresses 2784-2791. See also step 5,
"Configure Areas" on page 12.
Disarm All Areas Allowed: Check to allow multiple
disarming of areas. However, in order for this feature to
function, several other programming conditions must
also be in effect: (1) The proximity card used must be
programmed to allow for disarming. (2) The card must
be programmed to allow for disarming multiple areas as
specified in the User Assignment screen, "ACM Area"
column (up to 8 areas).
Uncheck to restrict users to disarming only those areas
in which the card reader physically resides (and for
which the card reader is programmed), and only among
those areas specified in the User Assignment screen,
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"ACM Area" column. For comparison, see previous
"Arm All Areas Allowed". Corresponds to GEM-X255
Direct Address Program mode addresses 2784-2791.
Stealth Mode: The card reader armed and status
LED's are designed to provide system feedback to us-
ers. If this feedback is not desired (such as for card
readers located outside the protected premises),
Stealth Mode can be enabled for each card reader as-
signed to active ACM areas. Check to enable and un-
check to disable Stealth Mode. When enabled, the
armed and ready status card reader LED’s are normally
off but are turned on for 1 minute by any of the following
events:
•Press a request to exit button
•Press a request to arm button
•Present a valid ARM/DISARM or ARM card to the
card reader
When the system is in alarm, Stealth Mode is disabled.
"Access Only" cards do not affect the status of Stealth
Mode.
Scheduled Free Access Index: An external relay can
be programmed to activate (via a schedule) to allow the
protected door to unlock and allow "free access" for the
scheduled time. This column links the enabled ACM's
to that external relay. If you wish to create a space of
time to allow free access through the access door (for
example 1 hour during lunch every day), first program a
1 hour lunch time schedule for the relay to activate (in
the Schedule Assignment screen, External Relay
Control tab). Then add the relay number to the Sched-
uled Free Access Index column for the ACM you wish
to control during that scheduled 1 hour time period.
Note: If an existing external relay exists on the system,
use the next available relay number. This selection cor-
responds to addresses 4072-4079 in the control panel
Direct Address Program Mode.
Other aspects of the installed access modules are config-
ured using this screen, including:
Enable Two-Swipe Arming: If checked, allows arming
by presenting a proximity card twice. The proximity
card used must be enabled for arming/disarming func-
tions, and must be presented twice within the time
specified in the "Two-Swipe Arm Time" detailed on
page 11. Corresponds to GEM-X255 address 2780, bit
0 (press 1 on the keypad).
Enable Napco Proprietary Access Format: The
GEM-ACM1D or GEM-2D supports two proximity card
formats: (1) NAPCO standard 36 bit proprietary format
or (2) HID standard 26 bit format. Check to allow the
GEM-ACM1D or GEM-2D to recognize this standard 36
bit card format. Corresponds to GEM-X255 address
2780, bit 1 (press 2 on the keypad).
Enable Facility Code: Not all proximity cards contain
a facility code. If the cards used contain a facility code,
and you wish to allow the code to be used within the
system, check this feature. When enabled, the least
significant digit of the facility code must be used as the
most significant digit of the card access Code. See the
Code section within "Create an ACM User & Enter
User Codes" (item 3) on page 12. Corresponds to
GEM-X255 address 2780, bit 2 (press 3 on the key-
pad).
Enable Access Logging Into Burg Log: This feature
allows the viewable keypad log to display a limited
number of access control events. When unchecked,
the system will log access events in the access log,
which cannot be displayed at the keypad (limited to 800
events); when checked, access events will be logged
only in the burg log. Note: When configuring the event
logs, consideration should always be given to various
factors: (1) the size of the two event logs; (2) how
many events might be logged within a given time; (3)
the possible loss of event data due to excess events
causing the log to overwrite itself. This feature corre-
sponds to GEM-X255 address 2780, bit 3 (press 4 on
the keypad).
The following are new ACM related new events:
1. Access Granted
2. Access Denied
3. ACM Power Trouble, includes ACM Low Battery
PROGRAMMING
Fig. 7: Integrate an Existing Fire Panel into the Access Control System
Fire Control Panel Burg Control Panel
N/O
N/C
COM
N/O
N/C
COM
AC Fail
Fire
(–)
(+)
2.2K EOLR
GEM-X255
24 HR
Supervisory
Hardwired
Zone
ACM
1
ACM
2
ACM
3
ACM
4
(Up to 4
ACM's)
BUS Door 1
Door 2
Door 3
Door 4
Door 5
Door 6
Door 7
Door 8
(Up to 8
Doors)
RELEASE
ALL
DOORS
DURING
FIRE
OR
AC POWER
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and ACM AC Power Failure
4. ACM Power Trouble Restore
The General Format, as printed by GEM-PRINT is as
follows:
Date – Time – ACM# – Event – User # – UserCode – Door #
Example:
10/14/2003 04:50PM ACM2: Access Granted to User
4 : 903466 via Door 1
10/15/2003 05:35AM ACM1 Trouble: Power
10/15/2003 05:40AM ACM1 Trouble Restore: Power
These same 3 events viewed through a keypad ap-
pear as:
AccessGrnt 10/14 04:50PM A2D2U004
ACMPwrTrb 10/14 05:35AM ACM1
ACMPwrTrbR 10/14 05:40AM ACM1
Note: Characters in bold are built into panel default
program (English only) and Quickloader's language
download.
The following are ACM related events that are
mapped to the existing Keypad events
1. Panel/ACM# communication failure is logged using
the existing Panel/Keypad# communication failure.
2. ACM# Tamper is logged using Keypad# Tamper.
Text now reading "Keypad" will be changed to "KP/
ACM".
Enable Printing Access Events: If you have GEM-
Print and compatible printers with the correct versions,
the Access Event log can be printed as they occur.
Corresponds to GEM-X255 address 2780, bit 4 (press
5 on the keypad). The GEM-PRINT version 4 is re-
quired.
Enable card presentation beep and green LED
flash:
Controls the card reader sounder and LED's. Many
types of card readers can be used with the GEM-
ACM1D, and each may behave differently depending
on its design. The recommended HID card reader is
the HID Prox Point Plus Model 6005B-00, and this
reader will operate with regard to this feature as follows:
•Disabled: Will beep and flash green when card is
read, door ajar sound is enabled.
•Enabled: Will beep twice and green LED will dis-
play twice when card is read, door ajar sound is
enabled.
This feature corresponds to GEM-X255 address 2780,
bit 5 (press 6 on the keypad).
Un-Lock Time: Specifies the amount of time the user
is given to open the door after the card credential is
verified. A full explanation is presented below. Panel
address 2783 is used, and the value entered is defined
in seconds. Note: When the system is programmed
for "Two-Swipe Arming", the first time a card
(programmed for arming) is swiped, the door unlocks
for the standard "Un-Lock Time". The second time the
card is swiped, the door access "Un-Lock Time" is ex-
tended to four (4) times this programmed "Un-Lock
Time" value. Default is 5 seconds.
When a card credential is presented to the card
reader and is verified by the GEM-ACM1D to be a
valid and enabled user, the GEM-ACM1D energizes
the D1 Relay (which either removes power or sup-
plies power to the door lock) unlocking the lock. The
lock will remain unlocked for the programmed "Un-
Lock Time". If the door is not opened (as sensed by
the door contact) by the end of the "Un-Lock Time",
the lock power is reapplied/removed, re-locking the
door until another programmed card credential is pre-
sented. If the door is opened during the "Un-Lock
Time", power is immediately reapplied/removed such
that as soon as the door is closed, the door is imme-
diately locked. Once the door is closed, another pro-
grammed credential must be presented for it to re-
open, even if "Un-lock Time" has not expired from
the initial presentation of the programmed credential.
Once the door is unlocked and opened, a 30 second
"Door Ajar" time begins. If the door is not closed af-
ter thirty seconds the GEM-ACM1D initiate a "Door
Ajar" condition. See page 9 for more information
about "Door Ajar".
Two-Swipe Arm Time: Allows arming by presenting a
proximity card twice within this time period (the card
used must be enabled for arming/disarming functions).
Panel address 2782 is used and the value entered is
multiplied by 100 milliseconds (1/10th of a second).
Default is 40 (40 x 1/10 = 4 seconds).
Emergency Free Access: Panel address 4080 is
used. NFPA requires that all doors must be unsecured
("unlocked") during a fire alarm and/or a primary power
(typically AC) failure. Using outputs of the fire alarm
panel and wiring them to the zone input, existing fire
alarm systems can be integrated into the access control
system. See below for programming and wiring infor-
mation.
Programming the GEM-X255 Emergency Free Ac-
cess Zone Features:
a. 24 Hour Zone. This will cause the GEM-ACM door
relay to energize on a short and on an open.
b. No Alarm output. The Fire alarm system is required
to generate a temporal alarm with all the sounding
appliances in synchronization. The additional sup-
plementary alarm output of the panel may confuse
the people inside the protected premises.
c. Do not program "Report on Alarm". The GEM-X255
panel is not listed as a Mercantile Fire Alarm and
should not report fire alarm data to the central sta-
tion. Additionally this panel may interfere with the
more specific fire panel alarm report depending on
the telephone wiring.
d. Program "Keypad Sounder on Alarm" to the mapped
Emergency Free Access zone to enable the keypad
to display the emergency condition.
e. Use the correct Zone Descriptions to properly inform
the user of the condition (i.e. "Access Door Re-
lease").
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12
The output(s) from the fire alarm system must be wired
so that if there is a fire alarm or AC failure of the fire
alarm system, the "Emergency Free Access Zone" is
either shorted or opened. See Figure 7 for recom-
mended wiring.
Wiring the Fire Panel to the Emergency Free Ac-
cess Zone:
a. Wire a 2.2K EOLR across the Common and N/O
terminals of the dry fire panel alarm relay.
b. Wire "Emergency Free Access" zone (-) to Common
of Fire panel dry AC ON relay.
c. Wire Fire panel AC ON relay N/C to Common of fire
panel alarm relay.
d. Wire Fire panel alarm relay N/O to "Emergency Free
Access" zone (+).
3. Create an ACM User & Enter User Codes
Click the User Assignment button, and select the User
Assignment tab. Configure a user (1-255) by entering
or selecting information in the areas provided:
Description: Enter a description of the user, such as
their name.
Code: Enter the code of the proximity card assigned to
that user. Enter all numbers embossed on the card it-
self, and if there is a Facility Code, use the least signifi-
cant digit as the first number of the Code. For example,
if the embossed card number is 78799 and the Facility
Code is 12, enter 278799 in the Code column for the
user selected.
AL (Authority Level): Select an Access Level (assigned
to the proximity card) from the drop down list. 0=No
Access, 1=Disarmed Access, 2=Always Access. For
example, if you wish to give the user assigned to this
card the ability to enter the premises while armed (and
then disarm via a keypad inside the premises), select
level "2". This selection corresponds to address 0013
in Direct Address Program Mode where bits 01 and 1
are used (00= No Access, 01= Disarmed Access, 10=
Always).
Code Type: Determines the category assigned to the
code (and thus to the specific proximity card). The
types include "No Arming", "Arm/Disarm", "Arm Only".
This selection corresponds to address 0013 in Direct
Address Program Mode where bits 2 and 3 are used
(00= No Arming, 01= Arm/Disarm, 10= Arm Only).
User Options: The IO ("Initially Off") column indicates
whether the user is initially "On" or "Off". For example,
if a user is "Off", then this user will always be disabled
unless there is a "User On" schedule programmed to
enable him (see step 6 "Create an ACM Schedule" be-
low). The default state for each user is
"On" (unchecked). If a user has a "User On" event
schedule, that the state for the user be "Off" (checked).
The remaining options are not used for ACM Program-
ming, and will be grayed-out when a valid ACM area is
selected in the "ACM Area" column.
Area: The Area column and the ACM Area column are
mutually exclusive--either can be used but not both with
one user (row). The Area column assigns the keypad
user code to an area. To assign the user to an ACM
Area, see ACM Area section (below). Click the drop-
down box to display the areas, and click each area to
highlight and select.
ACM Area: Assign a user (and their assigned prox-
imity card) to an ACM area. Click the drop-down box to
display the areas, and click each area to highlight and
select. See also step 2 ACM/Keypad Assignment
("Arm All Areas Allowed") and step 5 Configure Areas
(Area Assignment button).
4. Edit Zones (Zone Assignment)
In section 3 above, zones were selected to possess
certain properties. For example, you may have as-
signed zone 1 to activate when the access door is
opened (wired to door contacts). You may wish to edit
each assigned zone with respect to how the system is
intended to be used.
For example, if the system is designed to allow a user
to access an armed system, then enter a disarm code
at an interior keypad, you would need to program the
zone as an Entry/Exit zone. However, if the system is
designed to be disarmed before entry, you may wish to
program the zone as a Perimeter zone. To edit zones,
proceed as follows:
Click the Zone Assignment button and the list of pro-
grammed zones appears. Double-click the zone you
wish to edit and the Zone Edit window appears. Click
to select a Zone Label, or double-click the Zone Label
to edit (Edit Zone Label window). A Zone Description
can be added, and Reporting Codes can be configured.
When complete, click OK to save.
5. Configure Areas (Area Assignment)
As previously explained in step 2 (Keypad Assign-
ment button, ACM Assignment tab), the Arm All Areas
Allowed attribute is associated with the User Assign-
ment screen. In addition, Arm All Areas Allowed is
also associated with the Area Assignment screen. The
Area Assignment tabs describe how different areas
function with relation to each other. Press the Area As-
signment button, and view the three tabs:
Area Description tab: Type in text descriptions of
areas and messages as required.
Area/Disarm tab: Select areas that when disarmed
will silence the corresponding outputs located in
the selected areas.
Area Priority tab: Not to be used with "Arm All Ar-
eas Allowed".
See also step 3 ACM Area on page 12.
6. Create an ACM Schedule
Note: PCD-Windows download software MUST be
used to program schedules*.
Note: When the GEM-ACM1D loses communication
with the control panel, the user access schedule will be
abandoned and any user that has been programmed in
the system will be granted access.
Users are controlled by assigning them to a schedule.
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13
By default all users (i.e. their proximity cards) are active;
the schedules restrict user card access. For example, if
an employee works 9AM through 5PM, program the
schedule to turn off starting at 5PM for the next 16
hours (until 9AM the next day). This schedule can also
be programmed as follows: Set user to be "Initially
Off" (see step 3 "User Options" above), then schedule
to turn on at 9AM for the next 8 hours.
To create an access schedule, click the Schedule As-
signment button and select the Schedule tab. For the
first user, enter as follows:
Description: Enter text in the Description column
(such as the name of the user).
Event: Enter a description of the event in the Event
column (such as "User off" to restrict access during a
period of time). The following is a partial list of events
for the GEM-X255 panel associated with access con-
trol:
•External Relay On (RB3000)
•User On (Enable)
•User Off (Disable)
Index: The Index column is used to associate an event
to another "object" configured elsewhere in the system.
In access control systems, the object typically is a spe-
cific user/access card number or a specific External Re-
lay number.
Normal Time: Since users are always enabled unless
restricted, the Normal Time will reflect the (a) the time
the period of restriction begins and (b) the length of time
the period of restriction will remain in effect. For exam-
ple, if you wish to allow a user access only between
their working hours of 9AM through 5PM, enter (a) the
time of day (in 24-hour military time) the period of re-
striction will begin (enter "17:00"), and (b) the length of
time, in hours, this period of restriction will remain in ef-
fect (enter 16 hours). Therefore the entry will be:
"17:00-16:00".
Holiday Time: Used to restrict a recurring block of
time. For example, if you wish to restrict access every
year during the "Thanksgiving" holiday (which always
occurs on the 4th Thursday of November), enter as fol-
lows: (a) Click the Holiday Dates tab; (b) Type in a de-
scription of the holiday and click in the Date column to
open the Holiday Scheduler window. In the Date field,
all that is needed is November, therefore enter "11/**/
***" (*=wildcard). In the Day-of-Week field, enter "Th",
and in the Week Number field, enter "4" to designate
the 4th week. Press OK to save the data and press
Apply to save the holiday. (c) Program a time span for
all scheduled holidays: Select the Schedule tab, click in
the Holiday Time column of the schedule you are
changing (the "Time Schedules" window opens). Click
to highlight a blank time schedule and click Edit. In the
Time Scheduler dialog, enter "0:01" in the Start Time
field to signify 12:01AM, and enter 24 in the Time
Length Field. Press OK three times to save all data.
Scheduled restricted time can overlap with other sched-
uled restricted time if needed.
Date: Enter the dates of the week you wish to include
with the previously programmed "Normal Time". For
example, the user who works 9AM-5PM, Monday
through Friday, click in the Date column of the schedule
you are changing (the Date Schedules window opens).
Click Day of Week drop down box and click to highlight
the days you wish to include.
IMPORTANT: After adding, changing or removing a
scheduled event, you must restart the control panel to
ensure that all new or existing scheduled events will
occur properly and without delay. To restart the panel
locally: Remove jumper JP5 from the top two pins
("Normal") and place the jumper on the bottom two pins
("Config"); then replace the jumper on the top two pins.
To restart the panel remotely via PCD-Windows*:
Click the Status/Control button and click Restart
Panel. Note that the remote connection to the panel
will be lost.
7. Download to Control Panel
Before proceeding, save your work (File, Save Work).
Press the Panel Communication button. In the Select
Transfer Operation drop-down box, select Download
to Panel. Check User Program Area, Dealer Pro-
gram Area and Description Area. Click OK to initiate
the data transfer to the control panel. In UL installa-
tions, you must disable remote downloading (no unat-
tended downloading allowed) and after changing the
program, you must verify panel operation at the panel
site.
APPLYING POWER
Before applying power, it is recommended to first
download the panel program using PCD-Windows
Quickloader download software. See the section
"Programming the GEM-ACM1D" on page 9. Once the
program is downloaded, applying power to the system
will initiate communication from the control panel to the
GEM-ACM1D. When communication is complete,
cards can then be programmed, tested and distributed
to users.
After downloading the panel program, first apply power
to the control panel by first inserting the transformer into
a standard 120V household duplex receptacle, then
connect the flying battery leads. System troubles will
appear at the keypad (due to the lack of ACM power, a
keypad/ACM trouble will appear). The zones associ-
ated with the doors will be open, and press <RESET>
to silence/acknowledge the Keypad/ACM trouble.
Next, apply power to the GEM-ACM1D (and GEM-2D if
installed) by inserting the transformer into a standard
non-switched 120V duplex receptacle, securing the
transformer via the center duplex receptacle screw.
Connect the flying battery leads to battery. There are
three LEDs on the face of the GEM-ACM1D module
which will light as follows: When power is applied, the
green AC ON LED on the module will turn on (steady).
Within the first 30 seconds of applying power to the
GEM-ACM1D / GEM-2D modules, the red polling LED
will flash rapidly (indicating it is uploading the panel pro-
gram). After a few seconds, this red polling LED will
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then blink once per second (indicating it is communicat-
ing with the panel). The third Low Battery LED should
be off unless it detects a low battery.
Confirm all connections are correctly wired, all system
troubles are cleared, and all zones are closed. Test all
aspects of the system including access (use a pro-
grammed proximity card), all wired accessories (such
as the Request to Exit (RTE) button), all keypads and
zones (such as door ajar, etc.).
GEM-ACM1D System Troubles
A keypad ACM System Trouble display will be followed by
one or more of the following error codes:
E11-NNN - KEYPAD/ACM TAMPER. GEM-ACM1D ac-
cessory cover opened or removed. NNN is keypad
number.
E10-NNN - KEYPAD/ACM TROUBLE. ACM no response
to poll, buss not communicating with panel. NNN is
keypad number. Zones mapped to the access doors
will indicate faulted.
E54-000 - LOW BATT NO/AC. Power failure for ACM #1.
Check power transformer. Check for blown fuse or cir-
cuit breaker; general power outage. Also may indicate
battery below 11 volts. If battery not recharged
within 24 hours, replace it.
E55-000 - LOW BATT NO/AC. Power failure for ACM #2.
Check power transformer. Check for blown fuse or cir-
cuit breaker; general power outage. Also may indicate
battery below 11 volts. If battery not recharged
within 24 hours, replace it.
E56-000 - LOW BATT NO/AC. Power failure for ACM #3.
Check power transformer. Check for blown fuse or cir-
cuit breaker; general power outage. Also may indicate
battery below 11 volts. If battery not recharged
within 24 hours, replace it.
E57-000 - LOW BATT NO/AC. Power failure for ACM #4.
Check power transformer. Check for blown fuse or cir-
cuit breaker; general power outage. Also may indicate
battery below 11 volts. If battery not recharged
within 24 hours, replace it.
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DIRECT ADDRESS PROGRAMMING
ACM ZONE OPTIONS:
!Enter the Zone numbers (in decimal 1-255 format) for each option in the table below. Press Uor Dto save.
NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. Note: The Area # for Door 1 is controlled by the ex-
isting Keypad Programming table (Address 2425 to 2439). The assigned area for Door #2 for each ACM must be en-
tered in the table below (addresses 2748, 2758, 2768 and 2778) and must not be left blank if Door 2 is to be used.
ACM ZONE OPTIONS (ADDRESS 2740-2779)
Direct Address Programming allows you to go directly to the address locations (up to 4095) and change the data entries
manually in order to customize your control panel options. The data entry location accepts data in one of three formats: Bi-
nary, Decimal and Hexadecimal. For more information, see the GEM-X255 Programming Instructions (WI1092).
ACCESSING DIRECT ADDRESS PROGRAM MODE
1. Enter the panel's Dealer Security Code, then press R.
2. Answer NO to all questions until “ACTIVATE PROGRAM Y/N” is displayed; then press YES. NOTE: If you pass “ACTIVATE PROGRAM”,
scroll backward using B.
3. Press Cto enter the Address Program Mode. Address "0000" will display.
4. Press the 4 digits of the address (listed below). The existing data will display and the cursor will advance to the data field.
5. Program the address as required.
6. Press Uto save.
7. Enter another 4-digit address to continue programming or press Cto exit and resume normal keypad operation.
KEYPAD #1: For ease of programming, it is recommended that a GEM-K1CA (Version 8) be used as Keypad #1.
(Regardless of which keypad is selected, all new keypads are configured as Keypad #1 out of the box). The instruc-
tions below are depicted using the GEM-K1CA keypad.
ACM1 Zone Options Door 1 ADDR Door 2
Door Contact 2740
2745
Forced Entry Zone 2741 2746
Door Ajar Zone 2742 2747
ADDR
Area # for Door 2 2748
Reserved 2743 2749
Reserved 2744
ACM3 Zone Options Door 1 ADDR Door 2
Door Contact 2750
2755
Forced Entry Zone 2751 2756
Door Ajar Zone 2752 2757
ADDR
Area # for Door 2 2758
Reserved 2753 2759
Reserved 2754
ACM2 Zone Options Door 1 ADDR Door 2
Door Contact 2760
2765
Forced Entry Zone 2761 2766
Door Ajar Zone 2762 2767
ADDR
Area # for Door 2 2768
Reserved 2763 2769
Reserved 2764
ACM4 Zone Options Door 1 ADDR Door 2
Door Contact 2770
2775
Forced Entry Zone 2771 2776
Door Ajar Zone 2772 2777
ADDR
Area # for Door 2 2778
Reserved 2773 2779
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2780 ACM Global Flags
Default Option
OFF 1 Enable Two-Swipe Arming
OFF 2 Enable NAPCO Proprietary Access Format
OFF 3 Enable Facility Code
OFF 4 Enable Access Logging into Burg Log
OFF 5 Enable Printing of Access Events
OFF 6 Enable Card Presentation Beep and Green LED Flash
OFF 7 RESERVED
OFF 8 RESERVED
ACM GLOBAL FLAGS:
!1. Select the desired option entering the option
number (1-8) for each digit.
!2. Enter corresponding option number in address
location.
NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not
available. Press Uor Dto save.
ACM GLOBAL FLAGS (ADDRESS 2780)
ACM Door Number
ACM DOOR AREA OPTIONS
Arm All
Areas
Allowed
Disarm All
Areas
Allowed
Stealth
Mode RSRVD. RSRVD. RSRVD. RSRVD. RSRVD.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACM 1 - Door 1 2784
ACM 1 - Door 2 2785
ACM 2 - Door 1 2786
ACM 2 - Door 2 2787
ACM 3 - Door 1 2788
ACM 3 - Door 2 2789
ACM 4 - Door 1 2790
ACM 4 - Door 2 2791
[Default = blank (•) blank (•) from address 2784-2791]
ADDR
ACM DOOR AREA OPTIONS (ADDRESS 2784-2791)
ACM DOOR AREA OPTIONS:
!1. Select the desired option entering the option number (1-3) for each address.
!2. Enter corresponding option number in address location.
NOTE: Dark shaded data value box shows option not available. Press Uor Dto save.
ADDRESS 2782
[Default = 030 = 3 seconds.]
Maximum
Two-Swipe
Arm Time
(x100ms)
ADDRESS 2783
[Default = 5 sec.]
Unlock Time
(sec.)
ACM TIMEOUTS (ADDRESS 2782-2783)
Address 2782 determines the maximum time allowed for the double swipe (x100ms). Address 2783 determines the
door unlock time, in seconds, after a successful entry.
!1. Select timeout (1-255).
!2. Enter in corresponding address locations above and right. Press Uor Dto save.
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ADDRESS 4080
[Default = 000]
Emergency
Free Access
Zone Number
EMERGENCY FREE ACCESS (ADDRESS 4080)
ENABLE ACM OPTION:
!1. Select the Emergency Free Access Zone Number (1-255) and enter corresponding address location below.
!2. Press Uor Dto save.
ACM SCHEDULED FREE ACCESS (ADDRESS 4072-4079)
ACM SCHEDULED FREE ACCESS:
!1. Enter the Scheduled Free Access Index (1-96) (Relay #1-96) for each option in the table below.
!2. Press Uor Dto save.
ENABLE PANEL OPTIONS (ADDRESS 2423)
ENABLE PANEL OPTION:
!1. Select the Panel Option from the table shown and enter in the corresponding address location above.
!2. Press Uor Dto save.
Scheduled Free Access Index
ADDR
ACM 1 – Door 1 – 4072
ACM 1 – Door 2 – 4073
ACM 2 – Door 1 – 4074
ACM 2 – Door 2 – 4075
ACM 3 – Door 1 – 4076
ACM 3 – Door 2 – 4077
ACM 4 – Door 1 – 4078
ACM 4 – Door 2 – 4079
[Default = blank (•) blank (•) from address 4072-4079]
Relay Number
ADDRESS 2423
PANEL ENABLE OPTION
DATA ENTRIES
RIGHT
OPTION
1 Enable ACM
Access
2 Enable TCP/IP
Communications
3 TCP/IP Panel/Site
Initiated Functions
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ENTER PROXIMITY CARD USERS
USER OPTIONS
USER CODE
(UP TO 6 DIGITS)
USER
LEVEL
ACM AREA
DATA
ENTRIES
ACCESS
LEVEL
CODE
TYPE
blank (•) 0 NONE
1 1 NONE
2 2 NONE
4 0 ARM/DISARM
5 1 ARM/DISARM
6 2 ARM/DISARM
8 0 ARM ONLY
9 1 ARM ONLY
0 2 ARM ONLY
Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled.
ACM AREA
DATA
ENTRIES A1 A2 A3 A4
blank (•)
1 Y
2 Y
3 Y Y
4 Y
5 Y Y
6 Y Y
7 Y Y Y
8 Y
9 Y Y
0 Y Y
B Y Y Y
C Y Y
D Y Y Y
E Y Y Y
F Y Y Y Y
NONE
Note: “Y” indicates option is enabled.
ACM AREA
DATA
ENTRIES A5 A6 A7 A8
blank (•)
1 Y
2 Y
3 Y Y
4 Y
5 Y Y
6 Y Y
7 Y Y Y
8 Y
9 Y Y
0 Y Y
B Y Y Y
C Y Y
D Y Y Y
E Y Y Y
F Y Y Y Y
NONE
Note: These entries are only
available when address 3905 bit
7 is enabled.
Example: Enter a code of “123456”
as “123456” (from left to right).
ACM ZONE OPTIONS:
!Enter the Zone numbers (in two-digit hexadecimal format) for each option in the table below.
!The left digit (nibble) determines the type of device: "●" for Keypad and "1" for ACM.
!The right digit (nibble) determines the home area (1-8) of the specified device.
!Press Uor Dto save.
KEYPAD HOME AREA / ACM DOOR #1 AREA (HEX)
(ADDRESS 2740-2779)
KEYPAD HOME AREA / ACM DOOR #1
AREA (HEX)
(ADDRESS 2740-2779)
ADDRESS DEVICE TYPE
(●) or 1 AREA # (1-8)
2425
2426
2427
2428
2429
2430
2431
2432
2433
2434
2435
2436
2437
2438
2439
[Default = blank (•) blank (•) from address 2425-
2439]
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Name Embossed
Card Number
Facility
Code
Access Level Code Type ACM Area Access Group
Access Control User's Chart

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Events are displayed in a variety of different locations--in logs, on the keypad, and when using GEM-PRINT--and each
display may vary according to its location. Listed below are the many new events associated with the GEM-ACM1D:
Events Log and Keypad Display Examples
Event Access Granted
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Access Granted: ACM 1 Door 1 User 195 User Code
ACM Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Access Granted: ACM 1 Door 1 User 195 User Code 903466
KP Log AccessGrnt 01/08 09:45PM A1D1U195
KP Display NONE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 ACM 1: Access Granted to User 195: 903466 via Door 1
Event ACM Tamper
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Trouble: Keypad / ACM 3 Tamper
ACM Log NONE
KP Log KP: Tamper 09/08 09:45PM KP003
KP Display *SYSTEM TROUBLE* KPD/ACM TAMPER E11-003 SERVICE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 Trouble: Tamper, Keypad / ACM 3
Event Access Denied
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Access Denied: ACM 1 Door 1 User 195 User Code
ACM Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Access Denied: ACM 1 Door 1 User 195 User Code 903466 *
KP Log AccessDeny 12/01 09:45AM A1D1U195
KP Display NONE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 ACM 1: Access Denied to User 195: 903466 via Door 1
* If the card is not in database, the user will be logged as “User 0”.
Event AC Fail/Low Battery Restore
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM ACM Power Restore: ACM 1 Power Trouble
ACM Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM ACM Power Restore: ACM 1 Power Trouble
KP Log ACMPwrTrbR 01/08 09:45PM ACM1
KP Display NONE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 ACM 1: Trouble Restore: Power
Event AC Fail/Low Battery
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM ACM Power Trouble: ACM 1
ACM Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM ACM Power Trouble: ACM 1
KP Log ACMPwrTrb 01/08 09:45PM ACM1
KP Display *SYSTEM TROUBLE* ACM1 TROUBLE E54-00 SERVICE *
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 ACM 1: Trouble: Power
* ACM 1,2,3,4 displayed as E54,55,56,57 respectively.
Event ACM Tamper Restore
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Trouble Restore: Keypad / ACM 3 Tamper
ACM Log NONE
KP Log KP: TamperR 01/08 09:45PM KP003
KP Display NONE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 Trouble Restore: Tamper, Keypad / ACM 3
Event ACM Fail
Burg Log 01/08/04 09:45 PM Trouble: Keypad / ACM 3 Fail
ACM Log NONE
KP Log KP Failure 01/08 09:45PM KP003
KP Display *SYSTEM TROUBLE* KPD/ACM TRBL E10-003 SERVICE
GEM-PRINT 01-08-04 21:45 Trouble: Fail, Keypad / ACM 3