Vanderbilt lite blue User manual

MANUAL
lite blue.™

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Contents
Vanderbilt Industries Copyright Notice i
UL Listing Summary 9
Compatible UL evaluated equipment...................................................................................................................9
Hardware Not UL Evaluated.................................................................................................................................9
Firmware Designation........................................................................................................................................10
UL Evaluated Firmware......................................................................................................................................10
The following should be incorporated into the system:.......................................................................................10
Operation Testing and Maintenance..................................................................................................................10
Operation Testing ...................................................................................................................................10
Maintenance ...........................................................................................................................................10
Declaration of Conformity 11
Preface 12
Who should use this book..................................................................................................................................12
How this book is organized ................................................................................................................................12
Symbols and conventions ..................................................................................................................................13
U.S./International Technical Support..................................................................................................................13
Hours of Technical Support ....................................................................................................................13
Before Installation 14
Requirements.....................................................................................................................................................14
Electrical Wiring Considerations.........................................................................................................................14
Before Powering System....................................................................................................................................14
Environmental Consideration.............................................................................................................................15
Cable Requirement Chart...................................................................................................................................15
Web Browser Requirements ..............................................................................................................................16
Internet Explorer 9 ..................................................................................................................................16

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Internet Explorer 10 ................................................................................................................................16
Internet Explorer 11 ................................................................................................................................16
Firefox 3.63 - 38.0...................................................................................................................................16
Apple Safari v6.1 (OS X).........................................................................................................................16
Apple Safari (iOS)...................................................................................................................................16
Google Chrome v43 (Windows OS only) ................................................................................................16
Device Power Requirements..............................................................................................................................17
lite blue 18
Overview............................................................................................................................................................18
Highlights................................................................................................................................................19
Dimensions.............................................................................................................................................19
Power Supply Requirements ..................................................................................................................19
Power method 1 - Single Power Supply..................................................................................................20
Power method 2 - Multiple Power Supplies ............................................................................................20
Configuration Guidelines.........................................................................................................................20
Installation and Configuration Steps .......................................................................................................20
Enclosure Installation.........................................................................................................................................21
Features..................................................................................................................................................21
lite blue Pin Layout.............................................................................................................................................22
lite blue Pin Functions.............................................................................................................................22
Functions On Mercury Controller............................................................................................................23
lite blue LED Indicators ......................................................................................................................................26
lite blue IP Configuration....................................................................................................................................27
Static IP Configuration (Recommended).................................................................................................27
DHCP Configuration ...............................................................................................................................33
lite blue Date and Time Setup............................................................................................................................35
Using the lite blue software to set date and time.....................................................................................35
Using the Discovery and Configuration Tool to set date and time...........................................................38
Battery Replacement..........................................................................................................................................41
VBB-RI 42
Overview............................................................................................................................................................42
Highlights................................................................................................................................................43
Features..................................................................................................................................................43
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................43

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VBB-RI Enclosure..............................................................................................................................................44
Features..................................................................................................................................................44
Environmental conditions........................................................................................................................45
Mounting the enclosure...........................................................................................................................45
VBB-RI Pin Layout .............................................................................................................................................45
VBB-RI Pin Functions.............................................................................................................................46
Pins Left at Default..................................................................................................................................46
Pins Not Used.........................................................................................................................................47
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................47
Powering VBB-RI....................................................................................................................................48
Addressing the VBB-RI...........................................................................................................................48
Connecting to Read Head..................................................................................................................................49
Recommended Wire Chart: VBB-RI to Reader Head ............................................................................49
P3 - VBB-RI Pin Connections .................................................................................................................49
XCEED ID XF 1050 Proximity Reader....................................................................................................50
Magnetic Stripe Reader..........................................................................................................................50
Installing Diode for Lock Wiring - Relay .............................................................................................................51
VBB-OBRI 52
Overview............................................................................................................................................................52
Highlights................................................................................................................................................53
Features..................................................................................................................................................53
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................53
VBB-OBRI Pin Layout........................................................................................................................................54
VBB-OBRI Pin Functions........................................................................................................................55
Reader 1 ............................................................................................................................................................55
Reader 2 ............................................................................................................................................................55
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................56
Addressing the VBB-OBRI......................................................................................................................56
Connecting to Read Head..................................................................................................................................56
Recommended Wire Chart: VBB-OBRI to Reader Head .......................................................................56
VBB-OBRI Pin Connections....................................................................................................................57
XCEED ID XF 1050 Proximity Reader....................................................................................................57
Magnetic Stripe Reader..........................................................................................................................57
SBB-RI (Legacy) 58
Overview............................................................................................................................................................58
Highlights................................................................................................................................................59

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Standard Features..................................................................................................................................59
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................59
SBB-RI Enclosure..............................................................................................................................................60
Features..................................................................................................................................................60
Environmental conditions........................................................................................................................60
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................60
SBB-RI Pin Layout.............................................................................................................................................61
SBB-RI Pin Functions.............................................................................................................................61
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................63
Powering SBB-RI....................................................................................................................................63
Addressing the SBB-RI...........................................................................................................................64
Connecting to Read Head..................................................................................................................................64
Recommended Wire Chart: SBB-RI to Reader Head ............................................................................64
P3 - SBB-RI pin connections ..................................................................................................................65
XCEED ID XF 1050 Proximity Reader....................................................................................................65
Magnetic Stripe Reader..........................................................................................................................66
VBB-NRI 67
Overview............................................................................................................................................................67
Highlights................................................................................................................................................68
Standard Features..................................................................................................................................68
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................68
VBB-NRI Enclosure............................................................................................................................................68
Features..................................................................................................................................................68
Environmental conditions........................................................................................................................69
Mounting.................................................................................................................................................69
VBB-NRI IP Configuration..................................................................................................................................69
Static IP Configuration (Recommended).................................................................................................69
DHCP Configuration ...............................................................................................................................74
Configuration GUI (Graphic User Interface)............................................................................................76
VBB-NRI Pin Layout...........................................................................................................................................78
VBB-NRI Pin Functions...........................................................................................................................79
Pins Left at Default..................................................................................................................................80
Pins Not Used.........................................................................................................................................80
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................81
Connecting to Read Head..................................................................................................................................82
Recommended Wire Chart: VBB-NRI to Reader Head..........................................................................82
P2 - VBB-NRI pin connections................................................................................................................82

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Proximity Reader ....................................................................................................................................83
Magnetic Stripe Reader..........................................................................................................................83
Installing Diode for Lock Wiring - Relay .............................................................................................................84
Upgrading Firmware...........................................................................................................................................84
Verifying Upgrade/Checking Version Number ........................................................................................85
Schlage Adaptable AD-300 Series Locks 87
Overview............................................................................................................................................................87
Features..................................................................................................................................................87
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................87
Contacts and Pin Functions....................................................................................................................88
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................88
Addressing the AD-300 Lock..............................................................................................................................89
To address the AD-300 lock: ..................................................................................................................89
Schlage VIP Locks 91
Overview............................................................................................................................................................91
Features..................................................................................................................................................91
Specifications..........................................................................................................................................91
Contacts, Relays, and Pin Functions......................................................................................................92
Connecting to lite blue........................................................................................................................................93
Addressing the VIP Lock.........................................................................................................................94
Schlage Adaptable AD-400 Series 95
Overview............................................................................................................................................................95
Schlage AD-400 Components............................................................................................................................96
Schlage AD-400 Series Wireless modules.........................................................................................................96
Panel Interface Module (PIM400-485-VBB)............................................................................................96
AD-400 Series Wireless Locks................................................................................................................97
WRI400...................................................................................................................................................99
Wiring Instructions............................................................................................................................................100
Wiring between lite blue and PIM400 (legacy)......................................................................................100
Wiring between lite blue and PIM400 (new)..........................................................................................101
PIM400 Configuration ......................................................................................................................................101
Log In to SUS........................................................................................................................................102
Pair to PDA...........................................................................................................................................102
Set PIM400 Address.............................................................................................................................103

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AD-400 Series Lock Configuration...................................................................................................................105
Linking/Addressing................................................................................................................................105
Diagnostics ...........................................................................................................................................107
WRI400 Configuration......................................................................................................................................108
Connecting to HHD/Coupling/Linking....................................................................................................108
Additional Configuration........................................................................................................................111
Schlage Wireless Readers 115
Overview..........................................................................................................................................................115
Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................................................116
Schlage Wireless System Components ...........................................................................................................116
Wireless Panel Interface Module - PIM-SBB (Legacy).....................................................................................117
Schlage Wireless Modules...............................................................................................................................118
WA Series Locks (WA) .........................................................................................................................118
Wireless Reader Interface (WRI –Indoor or Outdoor)..........................................................................121
Wiring instructions............................................................................................................................................122
Wiring between lite blue and PIM Module.............................................................................................123
Wireless reader modules configuration.................................................................................................123
Device capacities..................................................................................................................................124
Linking and addressing locks to the PIM...............................................................................................124
Installing the CDT software...................................................................................................................124
Installing Microsoft Java Virtual Machine..............................................................................................125
Internet Options ....................................................................................................................................125
Configuring PIM....................................................................................................................................126
Configuring the WRI..............................................................................................................................128
Configuring WA Series Locks ...............................................................................................................129
VEVMS-VBB Video Server Integration 132
Overview..........................................................................................................................................................132
Cameras...............................................................................................................................................133

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Configuration....................................................................................................................................................134
Viewing lite blue Transaction Alarms ...............................................................................................................140
Searching for lite blue Transaction Alarms.......................................................................................................143
Troubleshooting 145
Overview..........................................................................................................................................................145
Device Communication....................................................................................................................................145
VBB-RI Addressing Issues....................................................................................................................145
Wiring Problems....................................................................................................................................145
Upgrading Software .........................................................................................................................................146
Manually Unlock Doors for Upgrade.....................................................................................................146
Disable Encryption................................................................................................................................146
File Not Authorized Warning While Upgrading......................................................................................146
System Reboot.................................................................................................................................................146
Discovery and Configuration Tool....................................................................................................................146
Errors When Logging In or Saving Records to the Database...........................................................................146
Date and Time..................................................................................................................................................147
Incorrect Date/Time ..............................................................................................................................147
Slowly Losing/Gaining Time..................................................................................................................147
Index 148

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UL Listing Summary 9
Compatible UL evaluated equipment
Vanderbilt Equipment
Mercury EP4502
VBB-RI
VBB-NRI
SBB-RI (Legacy)
XCEED-ID Equipment
XF1050
Supported Proximity Cards
Standard 26-bit Wiegand Format
Vanderbilt 34-bit Wiegand Format
HID Corporate 1000 35-bit
HID Corporate 1000 48-bit
HID/ProxIF 37-bit
XceedID 40-bit
XceedID 35-bit
Note: All interconnected devices (panic hardware, REX, alarm devices, door contacts, computers, wiring, etc.)
must be UL Listed.
Hardware Not UL Evaluated
Schlage VIP Locks
Schlage AD-300 Locks
Schlage Wireless Locks
PIM400-485-VBB
AD-400 locks
PIM-SBB (Legacy)
WA Series locks
WRI Series locks
UL Listing Summary

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Firmware Designation
VLB Firmware: bright blue v. Y.X.X
Y - Represents the embedded firmware version (matching the software application version)
X.X -- Sequential numbers representing the embedded firmware feature upgrades
VBB-RI Firmware: g1_0.XX
XX numbers values represents the embedded firmware feature upgrades.
VBB-NRI Firmware: g4_0.XX
XX numbers values represents the embedded firmware feature upgrades.
UL Evaluated Firmware
UL has evaluated firmware 2.0.0 in the VBB
UL has evaluated firmware g1_0.05 in the SBB-RI (Legacy)
UL has evaluated firmware FV11 in the VBB-RI
UL has evaluated firmware g4_0.08 in the VBB-NRI
The following should be incorporated into the system:
The UL 294 requires the lite blue controller enclosure and the VBB-RI enclosure to have a tamper switch
that will generate an alarm whenever the enclosure is opened. Connect the tamper switch flying leads to a
UL Listed burglar alarm system or UL Listed local siren/annunciator.
Note: UL has only evaluated the system for stand-alone operation. The connection to a PC/Web browser is to be
employed as a local programming/downloading/monitoring tool only.
Operation Testing and Maintenance
Operation Testing
Once lite blue and system components are installed, log into the system and set up a cardholder with a
credential and access. Present that credential at read head to test. A green LED indicates system is working.
Maintenance
No regular maintenance is required, lite blue and system components are self-supporting.

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Declaration of Conformity 11
Below is the Declaration of Conformity for the VLB, VBB-NRI and VBB-RI.
We
Of
Vanderbilt Industries
2 Cranberry Road
Parsippany, NJ 07054
USA
Certify that the equipment described below conforms with the essential requirements of the following
European Directive:
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC
Conforming Apparatus
VLB Vanderbilt lite blue Reader Controller
VBB-NRI Vanderbilt bright blue Network Reader Interface
VBB-RI Vanderbilt bright blue Reader Interface
Serial Numbers
Serial Number Starting with LB100,000
Harmonized Standards
Referenced or Applied
EN 55011:2009/A1:2010
EN 61000-6-2:2005/AC:2005
Authorized Representative
Elie Moneuse, Production Manager
Vanderbilt Industries
Parsippany, NJ
USA
Tel: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Date of Issue
March 15, 2009
Signed
Elie Moneuse
Declaration of Conformity

12 lite blue Installation Manual
This manual describes the installation and wiring procedures for the lite blue controller and peripheral devices.
Who should use this book
This installation manual provides guidelines for installing and configuring the lite blue controller and the hardware
that interfaces with it. This guide is intended to be read by installation technicians and service personnel only. It is
not intended for end users of the system.
How this book is organized
Before Installation: Describes the processes and steps necessary to follow before installing the lite blue
system.
Chapter 1 lite blue: Describes how to correctly configure the lite blue controller along with its features and
specifications.
Chapter 2 VBB-RI Reader Interface: Describes how to connect the new version of the VBB-RI to lite blue
and peripheral devices.
Chapter 3 SBB-RI (Legacy) Reader Interface: Describes how to connect the Legacy SBB-RI to lite blue
and peripheral devices.
Chapter 4 VBB-NRI Networked Reader Interface: Describes how to connect the VBB-NRI to lite blue and
peripheral devices.
Chapter 5 VBB-OBRI Onboard Reader Interface: Describes how to connect the lite blue VBB-OBRI to
peripheral devices.
Chapter 6 Schlage Adaptable AD-300 Series Locks: Describes the integration of Schlage AD-300 Locks
to lite blue.
Chapter 7 Schlage VIP Locks: Describes the integration of Schlage VIP Locks to lite blue.
Chapter 8 Schlage Adaptable AD-400 Series Wireless Locks: Describes the integration of Schlage AD-
400 Series Wireless devices with lite blue.
Chapter 9 Schlage Wireless Readers: Describes the integration of Schlage wireless devices to lite blue.
Chapter 10 VEVMS-VBB Video Server Integration: Describes in brief the integration of the VEVMS-VBB
video server with lite blue.
Chapter 11 Troubleshooting: Tips and suggestions on how to more effectively use lite blue.
Preface

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Symbols and conventions
The following are the documentation conventions used in this manual:
Note: A note provides information which should be considered by the user.
Warning: Provides important information about procedures and events. If not considered by the user, it may
cause damage to hardware or system data.
Bold: Text in bold letters are used for window names, button names etc.
Disclaimer: Disclaimers provide information that should be considered by the technician.
U.S./International Technical Support
If any problems are encountered while installing or operating lite blue, please contact our technical support team
for assistance.
U.S. Vanderbilt Technical Support: Phone: [phone]
International Vanderbilt Technical Support: Phone: [phone]
Vanderbilt Technical Support: E-mail: [e-mail]
Hours of Technical Support
Standard technical support is available during Vanderbilt normal business hours, Monday through Friday,
excluding Vanderbilt Industries observed holidays.

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This section provides information on what should be considered before installing the lite blue hardware.
Requirements
Check to see that all the equipment necessary for the installation is on hand. Make sure all the necessary
tools to properly install the equipment, i.e. screwdrivers, wire cutters, digital meter, etc., are available.
Mount all the enclosures in a secure and accessible location.
It is optimal to mount all enclosures on fire rated plywood which is affixed to a solid wall covering i.e.
sheetrock or bare cinder block.
Mount the enclosure to the wall using the provided mounting holes. Recommended mounting hardware:
Four 1/4" x 1" lag bolts.
Electrical Wiring Considerations
Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA70), local codes, and
the authorities having jurisdiction.
The use of unshielded or ungrounded cable may cause problems. Ground shields must be grounded only at
one end. If the shield is connected in both ends a ground loop will be created which will introduce more
noise into the system.
Before installing the system, verify that the correct UL Listed Power-limited Power supplies capable of 4
hours standby power are available.
Remember to turn off all power before connecting any equipment.
Make sure the correct wire type and gauges are being used as indicated on the cable requirement chart,
please refer to the Cable Requirement Chart for details.
All back-up batteries should be replaced with the same type and rating as the original power supply.
A licensed electrician will need to supply 120VAC for connection to a UL294 Listed Power Limited, Power
Supply capable of 4 hours standby power for the lite blue controller.
Before Powering System
Mount and connect all readers in accordance with manufacturer's specification.
Mount and connect all door contacts in accordance with manufacturer's specification.
Mount and connect all exit requests and annunciators in accordance with manufacturer's specification.
Mount and connect all peripheral equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specification.
Mount and connect all lock devices in accordance with manufacturer's specification.
Verify that the micro SD Card is firmly seated to lite blue and has not been loosened in shipping.
Before Installation

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Environmental Consideration
lite blue (VLB), the VBB-NRI and the VBB-RI must be installed indoors within the protected premises in a
clean and a dust free environment.
Ambient temperature: 32F to 120F (0 C to 49C)
Relative Humidity: 85%, +/- 5%
Cable Requirement Chart
The chart below gives the recommended distance between the lite blue controller and the devices it connects to.
All cabling and wire should be UL Listed and/or Recognized wire suitable for the application.
Power supply input line transient protection complying with the Standard for Transient Voltage Surge
Suppressors, UL 1449, with a maximum marked rating of 330 V.
RS-485 communication line(s) must have signal line transient protection complying with the Standard for
Protectors for Data Communications & Fire Alarm Circuits, UL 497B, with a standard marked rating of 50 V.
Connection
Max Distance
Power (ft)
Max Distance
Communication (ft)
Cable Requirement
lite blue to VBB-RI
4000
4000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
VBB-OBRI to Magstripe Reader Head
200
200
22 AWG/5 Condr, Strd, Shld
VBB-OBRI to Proximity Reader Head
500
500
22 AWG/5 Condr, Strd, Shld
VBB-NRI to Power Supply
4000
N/A
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
lite blue to AD-300
4000
4000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
lite blue to Schlage VIP
At 12 Volts DC
1000
4000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
At 24 Volts DC
3000
4000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
lite blue to PIM400-485-VBB
4000
4000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
lite blue to PIM-SBB (Legacy)
1000
1000
18 AWG/2 Pair, Strd, Twst, Shld
Abbreviations:
Strd. = Stranded
Shld. = Shielded
Twst. = Twisted

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Web Browser Requirements
Internet Explorer 9
IE 9 will run on Windows 7. Any machine with the recommended amount of memory for Windows 7 will meet the
memory requirements for Internet Explorer 9.
Internet Explorer 10
IE 10 will run on Windows 7. Any machine with the recommended amount of memory for Windows 7 will meet the
memory requirements for Internet Explorer 10.
Internet Explorer 11
IE 11 will run on Windows 7 and newer Windows operating systems. Any machine with the recommended amount
of memory for Windows 7 will meet the memory requirements for Internet Explorer 11.
Firefox 3.63 - 38.0
Firefox will run on Windows XP and newer Windows operating systems. Any computer running with the
recommended amount of memory for the underlying Windows operating system will meet the memory
requirements for Firefox. Firefox has not been tested on the Mac OS X operating system.
Apple Safari v6.1 (OS X)
Apple Safari v6.1 (8357.71) has been tested on Mac OS X v10.8.5. Any Apple Mac system with the recommended
amount of memory for OS X v10.8.5 will meet the memory requirements for Safari.
Apple Safari (iOS)
Apple Safari v8.0 mobile has been tested on Apple iPad Safari iOS v8.
Google Chrome v43 (WindowsOS only)
Google Chrome will run on Windows XP and newer Windows operating systems. Any computer running with the
recommended amount of memory for the underlying Windows operating system will meet the memory
requirements for Chrome. Compatibility with lite blue requires the use of the IE Tab Chrome Extension. Chrome
has not been tested on the Mac OS X operating system.
Note: lite blue uses ports 80 and 443 to communicate; these ports cannot be blocked by any firewall.

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Device Power Requirements
The lite blue controller is designed to provide power from a power supply to itslef and the 2 onboard readers.
Additional devices may be powered separately using the same power supply (i.e. not routed through the lite
blue). The power supply(s) must be large enough to power the lite blue controller and all peripheral devices.
Make sure that the total power requirements of all devices does not exceed the output of the power supply(s) in
use. If not enough power is being supplied, the devices and the lite blue controller will not work correctly.
The chart below shows the maximum power requirements of lite blue and peripheral devices. See the specific
device chapters for more information.
Description
Model #
Amps
Volts
Amps
Volts
Vanderbilt lite blue
VLB
250mA
12 to 24VDC
Reader Interface
VBB-RI
300mA
12 to 24VDC
Reader Interface (Legacy)
SBB-RI
300mA
12 to 24VDC
Network Reader Interface
VBB-NRI (Powered Locally)
300mA
20 to 32VDC
AD-300 Hardwired Lock
AD-300
300mA
12 to 24VDC
AD-400 Wireless PIM
PIM400-485-VBB
300mA
12 to 24VDC
AD-400 Wireless Lock
AD-400 External Power Supply
300mA
12 to 24VDC
Schlage VIP Lock
VIP Lock
1.1A
12VDC
600mA
24VDC
Wireless PIM (Legacy)
PIM-SBB
250mA
7.5 to 14VDC
Example 1: One power supply is going to be used to power 4 Schlage AD-300 locks and 4 VBB-RIs:
AD-300 and VBB-RIs require 300mA each
300mA x 4 = 1200mA (for the AD-300s)
300mA x 4 = 1200mA (for the VBB-RIs)
Total is 1200mA + 1200mA = 2400mA
2400 mA = 2.4A
A single 5 Amp power supply would be used in this situation.
Example 2: One power supply is going to be used to power 6 Schlage AD-300 locks, 2 VBB-RIs and lite blue:
Schlage AD locks require 300mA, VBB-RIs require 300mA, lite blue requires 250mA
300mA x 6 = 1800mA (for the AD 300s)
300mA x 2 = 600mA (for the VBB-RIs)
250mA x 1 = 250mA (for lite blue)
Total is 1800mA + 600mA + 250mA = 2650mA
2650 mA = 2.6A
Again, a single 5 Amp power supply can be used in this situation.
Vanderbilt Recommends Powering the lite blue Controller Separately
to Avoid Device Power Issues Impacting Controller Power.

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CH A P T E R 1
Vanderbilt lite blue Embedded Controller
Overview
The lite blue system is based on a Mercury EP4502 controller and is equipped with 10 / 100 Base-T Ethernet
connection with two RS-485 serial ports and two onboard reader interfaces capable of Wiegand or Magstripe
input. It is a Linux application utilizing an atmel ARM926EJ-S 32-bit processor with 400MHz CPU clock, it also has
a 256MB NAND Flash and 128MB SDRAM. This application can be browsed from any internet connection that will
allow a remote connection to manage the system. lite blue communicates with a series of devices such as the
VBB-RI, VBB-OBRI, VBB-NRI, AD-300, VIP, AD-400 and Wireless readers.
lite blue

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Highlights
8 card reader maximum configuration
8 per RS-485 data channel maximum
2 per onboard Wiegand channels maximum
Each RS-485 channel divided into two sections
Lockable tamper proof enclosure
256MB NAND Flash and 128MB SDRAM with 5,000 ID capability
Dynamically allocated memory
A 8G memory min-SD Card
10/100 Base-T Ethernet Connection
Linux Kernel operating system
Dimensions
lite blue controller: 8" h x 6" w
Enclosure: 12" h x 10" w x 2.75" d
Power: 12/24 VDC
Power Consumption: 250mA
Max. Device Output: 24VDC @100mA (max. 800mA per power input row)
Ambient Temperature: 0C to 49C or 32F to 120F
Humidity: - 85%, +/- 5%
Power Supply Requirements
UL294 Listed Power-Limited Power Supply capable of 4 hours standby power providing 12VDC or 24VDC
Note: The LED on the cover of the VLB is a power indicator. However it is not an AC indicator as the UL Listed
power-limited power supply capable of 4 hour standby power could be providing the VLB with power even if AC
power has been removed.
The lite blue controller is designed to only provide power the power supply to readers attached to the two
onboard reader interfaces. Additional devices must be powered independently from the lite blue controller. If a
single power supply is used, it must be large enough to power the lite blue controller and all attached devices.
Make sure that the total power requirements for all devices does not exceed the output of the power supply(s) in
use (see specific device chapters for power requirements). If not enough power is being supplied, the devices and
the lite blue controller will not work correctly.