Nortech NanoQuest User manual

NanoQuest Simple Installation Guide
DOC0053_Issue2.2
Scope
This document explains the initial installation of the NanoQuest unit so that it can be used to control
basic access through a door. For further installation and programming instructions, download the
full Instruction Manual from http://www.nortechcontrol.com/support/download-documents/ .
Before Installation
Check that the box contains the following items:
1 x NanoQuest (2-part) unit
2 x mounting screws (No.6 x 1.25”)
1 x cover securing screw
2 x Master proximity cards
1 x varistor
1 x Mounting Template
You will also need unassigned proximity cards or card packs purchased separately.
The NanoQuest requires a power supply of between 9 and 16V DC. We recommend that an
appropriate 12V DC power supply unit or mains adaptor is made available to supply power to the
NanoQuest. The NanoQuest requires less than 70mA at 12V.
Mounting the NanoQuest
1) Identify a suitable location for the NanoQuest. It
should be located at a convenient height near to
the door that it controls. The unit is waterproof
and suitable for exterior use but it must not be
used for an exterior door without another means
of securing the door. (For example, a dead lock
secures the door at night with NanoQuest
controlling access by staff during the day).
2) Use the supplied template to mark out the
positions of the holes for screw fixings and cable
access, and drill appropriate sized holes.
3) Remove the cover from the NanoQuest by
inserting the tip of a terminal screwdriver into the
small slot next to the screw hole at the bottom of
the NanoQuest, and pressing lightly to release
the securing catch while you separate the cover
from the body at the base.
4) Feed the cable through the wall and terminate it
either inside the PSU enclosure or in a suitable
tamperproof terminal box.
5) Secure the NanoQuest to the wall.
6) Fit the cover and secure with the supplied
securing screw once the NanoQuest has been
fully installed.
Wiring the NanoQuest
Connect the unit as shown on the next page (always fit the varistor as close to the locking device
as possible). If a door strike is used and a door handle is left in use on the inside of the door,
connection to the free exit button may not be required. See the full NanoQuest Instruction Manual
for the connection of additional items such as local alarms and door contacts.

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Connecting the NanoQuest Using Normally Closed Contacts
Connecting the NanoQuest Using Normally Open Contacts
Power Up and Confidence Check
Apply power to the unit and check that the LED’s glows red.
Present a Master Card once to the face of the unit and check that the buzzer gives two short beeps
and the LED’s blink green and then continue to flash red. Wait 30 seconds. The buzzer should give
two short beeps and the LED’s return to a steady Red.
Press the Free Exit Button, if fitted. The NanoQuest will give a short beep, the lock will release for 3
seconds and the LED’s change to green during this period. This indicates that the unit is functioning
correctly.

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Programming the NanoQuest
Adding User Cards Individually
1) Present a Master Card, 2 short beeps will
sound and the LED will blink green and
then start to flash red slowly to show that
the unit is in programming mode.
2) Present each User Card to the unit in turn.
A short beep will sound when the card is
detected.
3) One you have presented all required
cards, present the Master Card again. The
unit gives 2 short beeps and the LED
returns to a steady red glow indicating that
it is in operating mode.
Adding a Batch of User Cards
1) Present a Master Card to the NanoQuest,
2 short beeps will sound and the LED will
blink green and then start to flash red
slowly to show that the unit is in
programming mode.
2) Present the Batch Card to the unit. A short
beep will sound when all cards have been
set (this may take several seconds).
3) Present the Master Card again. The unit
gives 2 short beeps and the LED returns
to a steady red glow indicating that it is in
operating mode.
All related user cards are now valid and will now release the lock when presented to the
NanoQuest. Keep the Master Cards in a secure place.
Additional Settings
The Master Card can be used to set further functions. Each time you present the Master Card, the
unit steps to the next function (see the table below). Once you have adjusted the setting by
presenting the appropriate user cards, you can exit programming mode by presenting the Master
Card again.
Note: When in programming mode, the LED provides an indication of the mode/option that has
been selected by blinking red the number of times that correspond with the selection made.
For example, when in mode 5 (configure alarm output), the LED blinks 5 times followed by a
pause. The sequence is repeated the while the unit is in mode 5.
Programming
Function
Present
Master
Programming Options/Actions
Default
Value
1
Add user card(s)
Once
Present each card to make it a valid User card
2
Add Aux. card(s)
Twice
Present each card to make it a valid Auxiliary card
3
Delete card(s)
3 times
Present each card to delete it
4
Add 2nd Master
4 times
Present an unregistered card to make it a Master
5
Configure alarm
Output
5 times
Set to Latch - present a User card once
Set to Pulse - present a User card twice
Latch
6
Configure aux.
Output
6 times
Set to Latch - present a User card once
Set to Pulse - present a User card twice
Latch
7
Use door contact
7 times
Not used - present a User card once
Used - present a User card twice
Not
used
8
Silent mode
8 times
Off - present a User card once
On - present a User card twice
Off
9
Set relay strike
time
9 times
Present a User card once per second of strike time.
For 0.5 seconds present User card 11 times.
To select ‘latching’ mode present User card 12 times.
3 sec’s

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Operating the NanoQuest
When a valid User card is presented to the reader in operating mode, the buzzer beeps once and
the strike relay operates. The LED glows green while the strike relay is active.
To activate the auxiliary output, an Auxiliary card must be presented to the unit 3 times. The buzzer
beeps once for each presentation and give two additional beeps to confirm activation of the
auxiliary output. Repeat the process to deactivate the auxiliary output (in default mode).
Wiring Information
Colour
Function
Colour
Function
Red
+ve (9 to 16V DC, 100mA)
Green
Auxiliary out, 500mA open collector
(or Wiegand Data 0)
Black
Ground
White
Wiegand Data 1
White/Black
Request to Exit button
Blue
Local alarm output, 500mA open
collector.
Orange
Door contact input (open
when door is open)
Red/Black
Auxiliary in/arming (see below)
Orange/Black
Relay common
Green/Black
RS232 serial data
Green/White
Normally open contact
Blue/Black
Wiegand mode select (connect to
+VE for Wiegand)
Blue/White
Normally closed contact
Specifications
Number of users:
500
Door Open time:
0.5 to 10 seconds, plus Latch mode (e.g. for secure control of equipment)
Aux out:
Latch or Pulse after 3 shows of selected cards
Aux in:
Open for reading, connect to ground to disable latch
Door Monitoring:
Connect to ground for door closed, open for door open. Allows door forced and
door left open alarms. Also re-locks door immediately when door is opened.
Silent Mode:
Card detection is silent (does not affect programming and audible alarm).
Power requirements:
9-16V DC, 70mA (unit only)
Relay rating:
1A @30Vdc
Operating Temp:.
-20C to +55C
IP Rating:
IP65 - suitable for internal and external use
Read Range:
Up to 80mm, depending on Token used
Dimensions:
111 x 49 x 19 (H x W x D)
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