Panasonic BMED500 - CAMERA CONTROL UNIT User manual

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Model No. BM-ED500
Control Unit
Operating Instructions

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The serial number of this product may be found on the bot-
tom of the unit.
You should note the serial number of this unit in the space
provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your
purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.
Model No. BM-ED500
Serial No.
Cautions:
• This unit is for indoor use only.
• Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read the label on the bottom.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to com-
ply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to pro-
vide reasonable protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-
ment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example -
use only shielded interface cables when connecting to com-
puter or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-
ance could void the user’s authority to operate this equip-
ment.
For U.S.A
WARNING: To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The apparatus shall not be exposed to
dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product's
enclosure that may be of sufficient magni-
tude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and mainte-
nance (servicing) instructions in the litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
Power disconnection. Unit with or without
ON-OFF switches has power supplied to the
unit whenever the power cord is inserted
into the power source; however, the unit is
operational only when the ON-OFF switch is
in the ON position. Unplug the power cord to
disconnect the main power for all unit.
SA 1965
SA 1966

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider
than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles and the points
where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
13) All interconnecting devices must be UL Listed.

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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 3
PREFACE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
NOTIFICATION ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT ................................................................................................................................. 7
TRADEMARKS .............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ........................................................................................................................................................... 7
DOCUMENT CONVENTION ......................................................................................................................................................... 8
PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 9
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................... 10
■ External View ......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
■ Internal View .......................................................................................................................................................................... 10
INSTALLATIONS AND SETTINGS ................................................................................................................................................ 13
INSTALLATIONS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 13
■ Caution on Installation ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
■ Preparation ............................................................................................................................................................................ 14
■ Installation .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
SETTINGS ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 18
■ Description ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18
■ To Do Setting without the Buzzer Sound ............................................................................................................................... 18
■ Operation Mode Setting ........................................................................................................................................................ 18
OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................................................................................................................ 21
■ Turning the Power On ............................................................................................................................................................ 21
■ Turning the Power Off ............................................................................................................................................................ 21
■ When the Door Trouble is Automatically Unrecoverable ....................................................................................................... 22
■ When the Door Trouble is Unrecoverable ............................................................................................................................. 22
ADDITIONAL SYSTEM COMPONENTS ....................................................................................................................................... 23
■ Iris Camera BM-ET500 .......................................................................................................................................................... 23
■ Administration Software BM-ES500E ..................................................................................................................................... 23
SPECIFICATIONS OF ELECTRICAL LOCK CONNECTORS (GATE 1) ......................................................................................... 24
SPECIFICATIONS OF WIEGAND OUTPUT/RS-485 OUTPUT (GATE 2) ....................................................................................... 24
SPECIFICATIONS OF ALARM OUTPUT CONNECTORS (ALARM OUT)...................................................................................... 25
TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................................................................. 26
SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 27
STANDARD ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................................................................... 27

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PREFACE
Control Unit BM-ED500 is used in an access control system. The control unit, which carries out the enrollment and recognition
of iris data, which is generated from the iris images captured by Iris Camera BM-ET500, is available for following uses.
(Iris Camera BM-ET500 is sold separately, however, it must be used in combination with the control unit.)
• As a control unit for iris image capturing and Administration PC enrollment
To activate iris recognition, it is necessary to capture the iris images of a user and enroll the iris data in the administration
PC. A control unit (for enrollment) generates iris data from iris images captured by an iris camera (for enrollment), and
transfers the data to the administration PC in the LAN (Local Area Network). The iris data is enrolled in the iris database of
the administration PC. Up to 2 000 users can enroll their iris data. *1
*1 To administer the iris data captured by an iris camera and generated by a control unit, you need to install the optional
Administration Software BM-ES500E onto a PC. Refer to the manuals of BM-ES500E for details.
•As a control unit for iris recognition
The user can have his/her iris image captured only by looking at the iris camera (for recognition). It will take approx. 3 sec-
onds between capturing and recognition.*2The user can check the recognition result with the status indicator
(ACCEPT/REJECT) on the front side of the iris camera.
Iris data of up to 1 000 users can be distributed from the administration PC to recognition cameras.
*2 The recognition time may differ
depending on capturing condi-
tions.
*3 The iris camera (for enrollment)
captures the iris images of both
eyes at the same time, but the
iris data of each eye is enrolled
separately.
*4 Capturing diagnosis is made
by the administration software
at the time of enrollment.
*5 Up to 127 gate systems (an iris
camera and control unit) can
be connected to the adminis-
tration PC in the LAN. The con-
trol unit can also be used as
both for enrollment and recog-
nition by changing the opera-
tion mode.
•Iris recognition technology is a way to identify a person with iris patterns (an iris is the thin plate-shaped film in front of the
eyeball), which differ among each person. The iris pattern of the left eye differs from that
of the right eye.
•Using iris cameras, users can carry out recognition without touching any devices.
•The iris data of users need to be enrolled in the administration PC. In the iris recognition
process, the users are recognized with the enrolled iris data.
For enrollment (an iris camera and a control unit)*5
Iris images of both eyes are captured by an iris camera (for
enrollment), generated into the iris data by a control unit (for
enrollment), transferred to the administration PC. Then, the iris data
is enrolled into and managed in the iris database. *3
Iris database
Administration Software BM-ES500E*
4
For recognition (an iris camera and a control unit)*5
The iris camera (for recognition) captures the iris images
of both eyes, generates the iris data from the iris images,
and recognizes a user by comparing the iris data with the
those distributed to the control unit (for recognition).*4
Administration PC
Control Unit
BM-ED500
Iris Camera
BM-ET500
POWER ALARM S3 S2 S1
POWER ALARM S3 S2 S1
Enrolled iris data is distributed
to the control unit (for recognition).
Enrollment
Recognition
Iris Retina
Pupil

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FEATURES
•Control of iris cameras (for enrollment and recognition)
Up to 3 iris cameras (2 external power supply devices for iris cameras) can be connected to a control unit.
This product cannot control both of iris cameras for enrollment and recognition at the same time. Refer to Administration
Software BM-ES500E Administrator's Guide.
•One-time capturing of both eyes enables recognition in approx. 3 seconds*
An iris camera captures the iris images of both eyes at the same time. A control unit generates iris data from the captured
iris images, and compares the data with that distributed to the control unit. If either of the iris data is corresponding with the
iris data distributed, you will be recognized as an enrolled user. The recognition time will be approx. 3 seconds (approx. 2
seconds for capturing and 1 second for recognition)*1.
*1The recognition time may differ depending on capturing conditions.
•Access control system can be composed.
Iris cameras, control units, and the administration PC can compose an access control system in combination with access
control panels*2and electric locks*2, etc.
*2These devices are independent to BM-ED500.
•Supporting a common access control interface
Recognition result outputs support Wiegand, which is one of the interfaces commonly used for access control systems.
Any access control panel supporting the interface can be directly connected to the control unit. The control unit can also
output signals to RS-485 devices, as well as controlling Solenoid electric locks, if they are directly connected to the control
unit.

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NOTIFICATION ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT
•This document describes basic operating instructions of Control Unit BM-ED500.
•The operating instructions supplied to BM-ET500 Iris Camera describes operating instructions and installation guide of the
iris camera. The instruction manuals supplied to Administration Software BM-ES500E, which is the software required for iris
data enrollment, describe how to use the administration software. Normally, users of recognition cameras do not have to
read them. These operating instructions and manuals are intended for system installers and administrators.
•System installers and administrators should read the following operating instructions and manuals as well as this docu-
ment.
To use Iris Camera BM-ET500: BM-ET500 Operating Instructions
To use Administration Software BM-ES500E: BM-ES500E Installation Guide
BM-ES500E Administrator's Guide
BM-ES500E Backup Guide
•BM-ES500E Installation Guide, Administrator's Guide, and Backup Guide are PDF documents contained on the CD-ROM
that is supplied with Administration Software BM-ES500E. To read the PDF documents, you need to install
Adobe Acrobat
®
Reader, which you can obtain at the homepage of Adobe Systems Incorporated.
TRADEMARKS
•Adobe Acrobat is either a registered trademark or trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or
other countries.
•Other company names and product names appearing in these operating instructions are registered trademarks or trade-
marks of the company concerned.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This Product is used to recognize an individual person by using Iris data, and is not designed to protect against “theft”or
“crime”independently.
IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON,
EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT
NOT LIMITED TO BELOW:
(1) ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;
(2) PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;
(3) UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFICATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;
(4) INCONVENIENCE OR ANY LOSS ARISING OUT OF NON-RECOGNITION WHEN IRIS DATA IS ALREADY ENROLLED,
DUE TO ANY REASON OR CAUSE OTHER THAN ANY FAILURE OR PROBLEM OF THE PRODUCT;
(5) ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE, OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COM-
BINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY;
(It might be a case that the entrance-gate control system, for example, combining the Product and the electric lock
devices, does not open/close the door properly because of before-mentioned reasons or other causes of such system
except for the Product.)
(6) ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE, OR CLAIMS ARISING OUT FROM LOSS OR LEAK OF PC DATA INCLUDING IRIS DATA IN THE
ADMINISTRATION PC
(Iris data is nature of privacy. The customer shall be responsible for any Iris data stored in the administration PC.)

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DOCUMENT CONVENTION
These operating instructions use the following convention when describing the use and operation of the camera.
Access control system: System which controls access using iris cameras, control units, and the administration PC, in combi-
nation with access control panels, card readers, and electric locks, etc.
Administration Software: Panasonic Administration Software BM-ES500E
This software is used for administering iris enrollment/recognition.
(This product is sold separately, however, it must be used in combination with an iris camera.)
Administration PC: PC in which the administration software is installed
The PC can administer control units in the LAN.
Control Unit: Panasonic Control Unit BM-ED500, which is used for iris enrollment/recognition, and controls electric locks
(This product is sold separately, however, it must be used in combination with iris cameras.)
Distribution: To transfer enrolled data from the administration PC to control units and to save the data in the control units
Enrollment: To save a user's iris data associated with the individual information (name and ID data, etc.) in the administration PC
Iris data is enrolled using the administration software.
Iris camera: Panasonic Iris Camera BM-ET500
Iris data: Data that are generated from captured iris images
Iris recognition: Way to identify a person with iris patterns, which differ between each person
Recognition: To identify a user by comparing the iris data that is generated (from iris images captured) with the data enrolled
in the iris database
Wiegand: Transmission method used as an access control system interface
Warning(s): Warning statements identify conditions or practices that could result in severe injury or loss of life.
Caution(s): Caution statements identify conditions or practices that could result in damage to this product or light injury.
Note(s): Note statements identify special instruction, rule, or side comment related to the topic.

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PRECAUTIONS
•Refer all work related to the installation of this
product to qualified service personnel or system
installers.
Consult an expert on the load bearing capacity of the
installation surface and structure. If the surface is not
strong enough, the camera may fall down. Refer to the
product specifications for weights.
•Do not drop metallic parts through slots.
This could permanently damage the appliance. Turn
the power off immediately and contact qualified service
personnel for service.
•Do not attempt to disassemble the appliance.
To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or
covers.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Contact
qualified service personnel for maintenance.
•Handle the appliance with care.
Do not strike or shake, as this may damage the appli-
ance.
•Do not expose the appliance to water or moisture.
Do not try to operate it in wet areas.
Take immediate action if the appliance gets wet. Turn
the power off and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel. Moisture can damage the appliance and
also cause electric shocks.
•Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when
cleaning the appliance body.
Use a dry cloth to clean the appliance when it is dirty.
When the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent
and wipe gently.
•Do not operate the appliance beyond its specified
temperature, humidity, or power source ratings.
Use the appliance at temperatures between 0 °C and
40 °C {between 32 °F and 104 °F} and humidity
between 30 % and 80 %. The input power source for
this appliance is 120 V AC, 60 Hz. Do not share an AC
outlet with devices that consume much electricity (such
as a copy machine or air conditioner).
•Do not operate the appliance while the door is open.
•Power switch
Power supply is not shut down only by turning off the
power switch. To shut it down, remove the power cord
from the AC socket, or turn off the external power-con-
trol device. Refer to p.21 for how to turn on/off the
power.
Note: While the power is turned off, recognition and
entrance will be unavailable.
•Replacement part
Exchange the following parts for the same type.
F1: K5D632BK0002
F101: K5D122BK0002
•Indication
Refer to the bottom of the unit as to the indications of
equipment classification and power source, etc.
•This product is not designed to prevent theft in
advance. We shall not guarantee you for any trouble
caused by using this unit.
•If you are in a situation that iris recognition is
impossible from the exterior, recognition or
enrollment will be invalid.
•Iris data is privacy. Take enough care not to leak the
data out of the administration PC. It is also
recommended that you should get an agreement
from a person to register his or her data.
•We recommend that you note down your settings
and save them. Power or battery failure may erase
the settings you enter.
•Do the self-diagnostic test, when you open this unit
door for maintenance, etc. The self-diagnostic test
can be carried out by turning on a power supply.
(Refer to p.21.)

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS
qDoor/Key hole
You can open the control box door by using the sup-
plied key. When you close the door, turn the key coun-
terclockwise to lock.
Caution: When you open the door with the power on
and 10 seconds have passed after your turning on
the power and opening the door, the buzzer will
beep to notify you that the door is open. Then, the
recognition with iris cameras will be disabled. To
recover from the disabled condition, you need to
reset the control unit through the administration PC.
(Refer to the administrator’s guide of the administra-
tion software.)
When you open the door for maintenance, refer to
p.16.
wPower indicator (POWER)
Lights up when the power is turned on.
eAlarm indicator (ALARM)
Lights up when trouble occurs to the control unit.
rStatus indicators (S1 to S3)
These indicators show the operation status of the con-
trol unit. (Refer to p.19.)
qSetting board
wInput/Output board
ePower board
This board is shielded for safety. Before the connec-
tions, do the following.
1. Loosen the 5 screws fixing the shield.
2. Remove the shield.
After the connections, attach the shield to the control
unit as it was.
rEarth terminal
tClamping bar
This bar is used for clamping the cables.
After the connections, fix them with the supplied clamp-
ing tools.
yAC power cable
Do not connect to a receptacle controlled by a switch.
POWER ALARM S3 S2 S1
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wer
■External View ■Internal View
IC11 IC13
D21
E2 E1
SW1 CN1
L1
L2
C7
C8
C55
D1
AC-IN
Q1
C56
T1
C35 C40
C41
C47
CN2 CN4 CN3
MED50JRZ3A
F1
T6,3AL 250V
IC12
C34
C32
C31
L25 L29
L23
+32V
—
—
DC-OUT
+32V
E4 E5
E10
E10
POWER ALARM S3 S2 S1 CN1
IC102
E102E101CN504CN503
CN201
CN101
1 2 3 4 5
6 7 8 9
RESET
0#
CN903 CN901 CN906 CN905
CNCN911
CNCN904
10BASE-T/
100BASE-TX
CAMERA 3
CAMERA 2
CAMERA 1
CNT/TRM_2
ALARM OUT
GATE 1
GATE 2
ALARM IN
19
20
E901
19
20
E901
MIN
+—
BZ1
VR1
MAX
R1
R7
R6
R4
R5
G8 G7 G6 G5 G4
G9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
G3 G2 G1
(L) (N)
E6
E1
3
1
1
9
OFF FSK
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1
1
9
OFF FSK
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1
9
3
OFF FSK
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
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Fixing screws
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