Parabit Systems ACS-1E Manual

Parabit Systems Inc.
ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL
Installation and Service Manual
Release: Version 2.0
Effective Date: September 2018
Parabit Systems, Inc.
35 Debevoise Avenue
Roosevelt, NY 11575

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ACS Enterprise Software User’s Guide
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Table of Contents
Preface
Intended Audience ............................................................................................................................................1
Trademark Acknowledgments ..........................................................................................................................1
How to Use this Guide.........................................................................................................................................1
Conventions Used in this Guide.........................................................................................................................1
Navigating this Manual as a PDF.......................................................................................................................2
Contact Us ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Chapter 1 Overview and Pre-installation
System Overview .................................................................................................................................................3
Pre-installation Requirements.............................................................................................................................5
Chapter 2 Alerts
Alerts Overview....................................................................................................................................................7
Card Reader Alerts .............................................................................................................................................7
Sensor Device Alerts............................................................................................................................................8
Suspect Card Alerts (Optional)..........................................................................................................................8
Activating the Suspect Card function........................................................................................................8
Controller Box Tamper Alert ...............................................................................................................................8
Door Override Input Alert (Optional) ................................................................................................................9
Chapter 3 ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL Installation
Controller Box Installation.................................................................................................................................11
Secure Controller Location ........................................................................................................................11
Secure Power Source..................................................................................................................................11
200-240 VAC Power Locations.............................................................................................................12
Mounting the Controller Box and Routing Wires......................................................................................12
Additional Wiring Suggestions....................................................................................................................13
Mounting on Hollow Walls & controllers..............................................................................................13
Mounting on Solid Walls........................................................................................................................13
Card Reader Installation ..................................................................................................................................13
IMSR with SkimGardTM Technology ..........................................................................................................13
MMR and MMR-BT .......................................................................................................................................15
MMR Power Booster Module Installation (ACS-1E ONLY) .................................................................15
IMSR, MMR and MMR-BT Install Diagrams.................................................................................................17
Electrical Installation .........................................................................................................................................20
ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL Wiring.....................................................................................................................20
Wiring the Card Readers and Basic Input Devices ...........................................................................20
ACS-1E Card Reader and Input Device Wiring .................................................................................22
ACS-1EUL Card Reader and Input Device Wiring .............................................................................24
Wiring the Optional I/O Board Inputs..................................................................................................26

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Wiring the Door Control and Additional Outputs ..............................................................................26
System Wiring Diagrams ...................................................................................................................................29
ACS-1E Wiring Diagrams .............................................................................................................................30
ACS-1EUL Wiring Diagram ..........................................................................................................................33
Chapter 4 Post-Installation Checks and Testing
Post-Installation Checks....................................................................................................................................39
Default Settings............................................................................................................................................39
Preliminary Tools and Materials..................................................................................................................40
Preliminary Hardware Checks....................................................................................................................40
Preliminary Electrical Checks .....................................................................................................................41
Visual Inspection of the MMR Card Reader.............................................................................................42
Sticker Verification.......................................................................................................................................42
Post-Installation Testing .....................................................................................................................................42
ACS-1E Controller Tests ...............................................................................................................................43
ACS-1E Second Card Reader Board Tests ...............................................................................................45
ACS-1EUL Controller Tests ...........................................................................................................................46
ACS-1EUL Second Card Reader Board Tests ...........................................................................................48
Main Card Reader Tests .............................................................................................................................49
Additional Test Procedures for the MMR Card Reader ..........................................................................50
Additional Feature Tests .............................................................................................................................52
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................................53

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Intended Audience
This manual is for technicians trained to install and service Parabit Systems, Inc.ACS -1Eand
ACS-1EULaccess control systems.
Trademark Acknowledgments
ACS-1E, ACS Enterprise, AFH Service, AVA, AXSView Service, MMR, and SkimGard are registered trade-
marks of Parabit Systems Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United States and/or other countries.
Parabit Systems, Inc. and Parabit are trademarks of Parabit Systems Inc. or its subsidiaries in the United
States and/or other countries.
All other trademarks and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
How to Use this Guide
This guide provides concise, step-by-step instructions for set-up, configuration, and operation of the
ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL systems.
Conventions Used in this Guide
This guide contains the following conventions:
Convention Example
Screen names, dialog box names, tab names,
window names, field names, and menu names
appear in bold font.
Click the Customer box.
File names are italicized. AxsView.Transceiver.Installer.msi
Steps to be performed in order are numbered
and/or lettered.
1. Click Save and Close to save the information
before closing the dialog box, or click Can-
cel to close the dialog box without saving
the information.
2. From the Login screen, click Setup, and then
click Login.
Unordered steps are presented in bullets. • MicrosoftWindows7 or greater
• MicrosoftNet 3.5 and .Net 3.51
Preface

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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes are used to draw immediate attention to matters of importance. The
following is a definition of their meanings:
WARNING: INDICATES A POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION THAT, IF NOT AVOIDED, COULD RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in data loss or product
damage.
Note: Indicates additional information.
Navigating this Manual as a PDF
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viewing the manual as a PDF. Click on any section title or page reference to immediately display that
content. Here are some helpful keyboard shortcuts when using the Adobe Reader:
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Contact Us
Parabit Systems, Inc.
35 Debevoise Avenue
Roosevelt, NY 11575
1 (888) 3-PARABIT
Checkboxes
• To select (enable) a checkbox setting, click
in the checkbox. The checkbox has a check
mark.
• To clear (disable) a checkbox setting, click
on the check mark in the checkbox. The
checkbox is empty.
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Chapter 1
Overview and Pre-installation
1.1 System Overview .....................................................................................................................3
1.2 Pre-installation Requirements.................................................................................................5
1.1 System Overview
The Parabit ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL ATM / Building Access Control System provides secure entry to
branch and remote ATM lobby installations. It consists of the following components:
ACS-1E System
Optional Second
Card Reader Board
ACS-1E
Controller
Optional
4 Port
Input /
Output
Board
Optional Modem Board

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Card Readers
Controller Detail
IMSRwithSkimGardTM
Technology
MMR / MMR-BT MMR-C
ACS-1E ACS-1EUL

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1.2 Pre-installation Requirements
The following requirements must be met prior to installation of a ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL system.
Power & Grounding
• One standard duplex 115-125 VAC 10 amp (or greater) wall outlet
• Earth grounding termination located within 5 feet of the ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL Controller
• Use of a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended
PC & Software
• Laptop or other portable personal computer running MS Windows 7 (or later) operating system.
• ACS Enterprise software installed and running on the PC or laptop.
IP Connection
• One 10/100 MB Ethernet port connection terminated with an RJ45 jack installed within 5 feet of the
ACS-1E/ACS-1EUL Controller.
• All ACS-1E controllers leave the factory with a default IP address of 192.168.1.248, Port 2000 and
ACS-1EUL controllers with an address of 192.168.1.249, Port 2000.
•From a LAN Setting: The Ethernet port from a local network switch or hub must be active with
configured Port #2000 and a compatible IP address supplied prior to installation.
Note: A controller’s IP address and Port # can be reconfigured after installation. The IP address
also can be changed prior to installation using a Peer-to-Peer connection.
•From a Peer-to-Peer Setting: Connect to an ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL controller via a network cross-
over or Parabit-supplied serial cable between the PC or laptop and the controller network
socket.
Follow the steps below to connect via Parabit-supplied serial cable:
(1) Connect a USB to serial converter to the local PC.
(2) Open Device Manager of the local PC to determine the COM port assigned to the con-
verter.
(3) On the ACS Enterprise Main Menu, go to Setup > Dialup/Direct.
(4) In the COM Port list, select the COM port number to be assigned for the connection and
click Save.
(5) Connect the serial cable to the port of the local PC and to the 3-pin header (J4) on the
ACS Controller.
(6) On the Site Management screen, go to Connect > Direct Connect.
(7) To disconnect from an ACS Controller when finished, select Disconnect.
Modem Connection:
One analog “Tip & Ring” telephone line terminated with an RJ11C telephone jack installed within 5
feet of the ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL controller.

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Chapter 2
Alerts
2.1 Alerts Overview........................................................................................................................7
2.2 Card Reader Alerts ..................................................................................................................7
2.3 Sensor Device Alerts................................................................................................................8
2.4 Suspect Card Alerts (Optional) ..............................................................................................8
2.5 Controller Box Tamper Alert ...................................................................................................8
2.6 Door Override Input Alert (Optional) .....................................................................................9
2.1 Alerts Overview
The ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL controllers contain 5 types of sensor alerts:
•Card Reader Alerts (Overlay/Skim, Tamper, and Cable-Cut) – hardware-generated indications of
illegal activity related to Card Reader units
•Sensor Device Alerts – hardware-generated signals via external sensor devices connected to the
controller through the I/O Board (Optional)
•Suspect Card Alert – firmware-generated search of a “suspected” or “stolen card” BINfile list
(Optional). Activation/deactivation of this function is controlled via the ACS Enterprise software
application.
•Controller Box Tamper Alert – hardware-generated indication that the controller box has been
opened or closed via a plunger switch on the controller box (The switch is normally-open and
closed when the box is shut and locked.)
•Door Override Input Alert – hardware-generated indication (from an external fire alarm unit) that
opens the door-control relay(s) when an appropriate signal state is applied to the Door Override
Input. The Door Override Input is Normally-Closed and jumpered by default from the factory. If this
feature is requested, use a commercial-grade fire alarm system or smoke detector, or auxiliary
contacts from a Fire Alarm system already installed in the bank / ATM booth. When called, the
door-control relay(s) for the Controller and optional Second Card Reader Board will be activated,
all doors under relay control will be opened, and the Card Reader LED indicator will glow green.
These alerts are described in greater detail in the sections below.
2.2 Card Reader Alerts
The ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL controllers contain 3 types of Card Reader alerts:
•Overlay/Skim Detector – detects skimming hardware atop the Card Reader faceplate (Overlay) or
presence of an unauthorized NFC reader in the vicinity
•Tamper Detector – detects when Card Reader is removed from its collar (tamper switch or acceler-
ometer activated)
•Cable-cut Detector – detects Card Reader communication failure
Card Reader alerts can be assigned to activate Output 1 & 2 on the Controller and/or Output 1
through 4 on the I/O Board. All are unassigned by default.

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2.3 Sensor Device Alerts
Various sensor devices can access the ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL systems through the use of the optional
I/O Board. The board contains 4 configurable sensor inputs as well as 4 extra output relays noted in the
previous section.
Inputs can be assigned to activate Controller Outputs 1 & 2 or I/O Board Outputs 1 through 4
Note: All I/O Inputs are unassigned to relay Outputs by factory default.
I/O Board Inputs respond to a closed switch by default but can be reconfigured to respond to an
open switch using the ACS Enterprise software application. Input circuitry will operate best using a sen-
sor having relay switching contacts.
2.4 Suspect Card Alerts (Optional)
Suspect Card is a firmware-governed feature controlled by the ACS Enterprise software application. It
features a separate BINfile to hold the numbers for up to 50 stolen or suspected credit cards, debit
cards, or similar.
When a stolen card is inserted into a Card Reader running on the ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL system, the con-
troller will compare it to the numbers on its stolen-card list. The system will identify the card as suspect,
keep the controlled door(s) locked, and the LED indicator on the Card Reader will flash red. A control-
ler cache message will be generated stating a suspect card was detected, and the card cache will
flag the card number.
The Suspect Card function can activate any combination of Output relays when the financial institu-
tion uses an Alarm Panel.
2.4.1 Activating the Suspect Card function
Activation and deactivation of the Suspect Card function is performed via the ACS Enterprise Sensor
Configuration screen.
The installing technician is generally not obligated to load the Suspect Card BINfile, but may be
responsible for the activation of this feature.
To activate the Suspect Card function, follow the steps below:
1. Navigate to the ACS Enterprise Site Management screen.
2. Select the appropriate ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL site from the Site List.
3. Select Configure > Sensor Configuration.
4. Check the box marked Suspect Card to activate the feature.
2.5 Controller Box Tamper Alert
The Controller Box Tamper Alert is generated by a plunger-switch installed on a side-mounted bracket
fixed to the side of the controller box. Pre-assembled and pre-wired to the ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL Con-

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troller at the factory, this normally-open switch is held closed when the controller box is shut and
locked.
When the box is opened, the switch breaks contact and a controller-cache message is generated
within ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL memory. (This can be viewed by selecting Audit Trail when ACS Enterprise is
connected to the Controller, or by selecting View Reports under the Site Management screen in ACS
Enterprise when not connected to the controller.)
The Controller Box Tamper function can activate any combination of Output relays when the cus-
tomer requires an Alarm Panel indication.
2.6 Door Override Input Alert (Optional)
The Door Override Input Alert is generated when the Normally-Closed Door Override Input is opened.
When this function is called, the Door-Control relay(s) for both the Controller and optional Second
Card Reader Board will be activated and all doors under relay control will be opened. The Card
Reader LED indicator will simultaneously glow green.
The Door Override Input is inactive with a wire-jumper from the factory by default.
Note: If the Door Control relays appear active and remain active during initial startup tests, check
the factory-installed jumper connection.
Plunger Switch
ACS-1E Door Override
Input with Jumper

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Chapter 3
ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL Installation
Follow these instructions to begin installing your ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL controller.
This chapter includes:
3.1 Controller Box Installation....................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Card Reader Installation .........................................................................................................13
3.3 Electrical Installation ...............................................................................................................20
3.4 System Wiring Diagrams .........................................................................................................29
3.1 Controller Box Installation
3.1.1 Secure Controller Location
The ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL Controller should be mounted in a secure yet accessible area, preferably with
a lockable door. Close proximity to the Card Readers is also recommended for easier cabling.
Examples of desirable mounting locations include:
• ATM service room (behind the ATM front controller)
• Secure network server room
• Above a hung ceiling in a front office or service closet near the Card Reader locations.
Examples of undesirable mounting locations include:
• Near hot water pipes and steam conduits requiring occasional inspection and servicing
• Near noise-generating devices. Stay away from electric motors, unshielded computer systems,
and unshielded wire lines carrying high-amplitude radio or digital data signals.
• Any area that would place a technician in physical danger
3.1.2 Secure Power Source
ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL systems require a secure, steady power source to operate properly. The follow-
ing requirements must be met for a proper installation:
• 100-125 VAC 50-60 Hz wall socket within 5 feet of the Controller Box for the Controller Power Supply,
and at least one additional power supply to handle an electrically-operated door-lock.

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• AC power sources properly sourced to an approved AC electrical utility box with an appropriate
fuse (or cut-out) having a rating of at least 5 amps or more for the wire lines used.
• For above-ceiling and other installations lacking nearby power, the client must enlist a
locally-licensed electrician to install the appropriate wiring extensions, terminal boxes, and
wall-socket hardware that will meet the local, standard fire codes.
• For states and cities with Low Voltage Electrical requirements, the client must enlist a licensed Low
Voltage Installer to run the power supply wires and control-cabling for the Controller’s door-locks
and switches. This ensures that the installation will meet all local fire codes.
• Use of a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended
CAUTION: An ESD strap must be worn at all times when installing or servicing an ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL
controller.
3.1.2.1 200-240 VAC Power Locations
For areas using 200-240 VAC 50-60Hz services, make sure the following conditions are met before start-
ing any ACS-1E or ACS-1EUL installations:
• Check the label on the controller power supply to ensure it will operate properly on the 200-240
VAC service. The controller power supply uses a switching-mode regulator with a wide range of AC
input voltages (usually 100-240 VAC). However, not all power supplies vended by Parabit Systems
will automatically handle the higher voltage.
For power supplies handling door-locks and similar items, check the product paperwork for the correct
adjustments that allow them to safely operate on 200-240 VAC.
• Ensure the appropriate plug-converters are in place to safely connect to the 200-240 VAC socket
hardware.
• Enlist locally licensed electricians when necessary, as all ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL installations should
adhere to local electrical and fire safety codes.
3.1.3 Mounting the Controller Box and Routing Wires
The ACS-1E Controller box contains 4 mounting holes to secure the box to a wall or controller and 5
knock-out holes for routing wires into the box from the top controller, the right-hand side controller and
rear controller.
Before mounting the controller box, establish which input and output terminations on the circuit
boards will be used. If you are using a Second Reader Board (optional) or I/O Board (optional), deter-

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mine how the wires will be routed around the circuit boards and remove the appropriate knock-outs
from the wiring holes.
3.1.4 Additional Wiring Suggestions
3.1.4.1 Mounting on Hollow Walls & controllers
If wires can be routed through the walls to the controller box, consider the following suggestions:
1. If the walls or controllers at the mounting space are thin and/or soft, mount a ½” to ¾” thick ply-
woodboard behind the Controller box to add rigidity. Use appropriate fasteners between the
board and the wall to set up the plywood mounting base.
2. Temporarily mount the Controller box by using the upper two mounting holes (upside down
key-hole shaped mounting holes) and mark off the already-prepared wiring holes on the rear con-
troller of the box.
3. Remove the Controller box and cut out the marked wiring hole points on the plywood.
4. Remount the Controller box and complete the step by fastening the box using all four corner
mounting holes.
3.1.4.2 Mounting on Solid Walls
If wires cannot be routed through the walls to the controller box, you may want to consider the follow-
ing suggestions:
1. If the walls are thick and can handle stud-anchor inserts, mount a ¾” plywood board first, using
stud-anchors to hold the board in place. Make sure the plywood board is larger than the controller
wall-footprint and the stud-anchors are beyond the controller base-profile. (You may have to mark
off the stud-anchor positions and insert the stud-anchors prior to drilling and mounting the plywood
board.)
2. Mount the ACS-1E controller box on the plywood board using 3/4” wood screws. (You may also
add flat washers to keep the wood screws from penetrating the plywood to the wall surface.)
3. Wires and cables may be neatly run across the wall to the box using wire tracks and track covers.
Narrow aluminum wire conduits can also be used.
4. Wires and sheathed cables can be inserted into the controller box using the wiring holes on the top
and side controllers of the box. As with all mounting and wire-routing methods, consult with your
certified low voltage installer or licensed electrician to make sure the results meet local fire and
safety codes.
3.2 Card Reader Installation
Two types of Card Readers are commonly installed with ACS-1E and ACS-1EUL controllers:
• Insert Track 2 Magnetic Stripe Card Readers (IMSR) with SkimGard Technology
• Multi Media Readers (MMR) and Multi Media Readers - Beacon Technology (MMR-BT)
3.2.1 IMSR with SkimGardTM Technology
IMSR Card Readers contain raised sections on the faceplate, which provide a mechanically difficult
area to install skimming devices. When an object is placed over the card slot (for a designated time
interval), an input will be activated on an existing alarm system.

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The IMSR faceplate has a critical boundary, as noted in the “IMSR, MMR and MMR-BT Install Diagrams”
on page 17. When the Card Reader is inserted in a mounting collar or a mounting box, no object
around the installation should be present beyond this critical boundary or the skim detector will gener-
ate an alert.
Note the IMSR install recommendations displayed in the diagram below.

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3.2.2 MMR and MMR-BT
The MMR and MMR-BT use Near Field Communication (NFC) to read contactless EMV cards and
mobile devices as well as magnetic stripe cards.
The MMR-BT integrates Beacon Technology to offer additional features. The Bluetooth Low Energy
(BLE) Beacon periodically transmits an ID number that can be recognized by mobile devices with Blue-
tooth enabled. Using a Parabit Software Development Kit, customers can trigger actions including
access control, extended time, and other features.
3.2.2.1 MMR Power Booster Module Installation (ACS-1E ONLY)
A power booster module (shown below) must be installed in the ACS-1E controller to provide required
DC voltage for the MMR.

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Follow the directions below to install the MMR Power Booster module onto the ACS-1E Controller
and/or Second Card Reader Board.
1. Turn off the ACS-1E controller and remove the power supply leads.
2. Remove all RS 485 and Buzzer wires connected to the ACS-1E’s Card Reader Interface. Note the
arrangement of the RS 485 and Buzzer wires for subsequent re-attachment to the Power Booster.
3. Insert the Power Booster header pins into the ACS-1E’s Card Reader terminal block interface and
fasten the terminal block’s screw.
4. Insert all RS 485 and Buzzer wires into the Power Booster 6 terminal block interface (while maintain-
ing the previous wire arrangement), and fasten the terminal block’s screw.
Note: The original RS 485 and Buzzer wire color arrangement are displayed in the photo below.
5. Strip the end of the Power Booster 20 inch red wire and join (twist) it with the positive lead of the
power supply.
6. Insert the joint cables into the corresponding positive cavity of the ACS-1E’s power supply terminal
block and fasten the corresponding terminal block’s screw.
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