Farpointe Data PYRAMID Proximity RFID Reader User Manual Manual
Farpointe Data Inc. Proximity RFID Reader Manual
Contents
- 1. Users Manual
- 2. Installation guide
- 3. Manual
Manual
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This Quick Start Guide is intended for experienced installing technicians. It is a basic reference to ensure all connections are properly made.
Installation and wiring of systems must be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
1.0 Introduction
A key component of a physical security electronic access control system, a proximity card reader is based on RFID technology. In operation it is
capable of reading data stored on a proximity credential via radio frequency and without physical contact, and then passing the data obtained to
the physical access control system. Access control systems typically manage and record the movement of individuals through a protected area,
such as a locked door.
2.0 Mounting Provisions
Each reader may be installed either indoors or outdoors. Mounting options shown in the table below. Use supplied #6 mounting screws, or
equivalent security screws, for installation. P-400 Series readers are supplied with #6 tamperproof screws. P-900 also comes with #10 screws
for mounting on parking bollards and non-metallic flat surfaces.
P-300 P-403 P-405 P-410 P-453 P-455 P-500 P-530 P-620 P-640 P-710 P-900
Mullion Mount • • • •
Single-gang Wall Mount* • • • • • •
Double-gang Wall Mount* • •
Parking Bollard X-Mount* •
European/Asian Wall Mount* •
3.0 Reader Wiring
Wiegand Magstripe
Conductor Function Conductor Function
Red DC (5-16 VDC) Red DC (5-16 VDC)
Black Ground Black Ground
Green Data 0 Green Data
White Data 1 White Clock
Brown Red LEDaBrown Red LED
Orange Green LEDbOrange Green LED
Yellow Card Present Yellow Card Present
Blue Beeper Blue Beeper
Violet fleaPower Violet fleaPower
Drain Shield Ground Drain Shield Ground
4.0 Cable Requirements
24 AWG minimum, multi-conductor stranded with an overall foil shield, for example Belden 9535 or similar, supporting the five conductors
comprising the physical layer of the Wiegand interface (power, ground, data 0, data 1, and/or beeper and LED). Alternatively, Belden 9539 or
similar, for all reader functions. Contact your access control system manufacturer for their specific requirements. Per the SIA’s Wiegand
specification, maximum cable length is 500 feet (152 m).
5.0 Output Formats
Wiegand (industry standard 26-bit Wiegand and custom Wiegand formats).
6.0 Grounding
Shield (drain) continuity must run from the reader to the access panel. Shield (drain) and reader ground must be tied together at the access panel
and connect to an earth ground at one point.
7.0 Power
Reader may be powered by the access panel. A linear power supply is recommended for best operation.
8.0 Voltage
5 to 16 VDC. 12 VDC at the reader is recommended for best operation.
Model P-300 P-403 P-405 P-410 P-453 P-455 P-500 P-530 P-620 P-640 P-710 P-900
Current
Draw
30 - 75
mA
30 - 75
mA
30 - 75
mA
35 - 75
mA
30 - 75
mA
30 - 75
mA
35 - 75
mA
30 - 75
mA
70 - 110
mA
70 - 110
mA
215 - 600
mA
290 - 500
mA
NOTES:
aSingle Line LED: This is the standard operating mode and does not
make use of the Orange conductor. The LED is Red when the reader is
idle and flashes when a card is presented. The LED turns Green when
the Brown Conductor is pulled low by the access control panel.
bDual Line LED: This mode makes use of both the Brown and Orange
conductors. The Brown conductor controls the Red LED and the Orange
conductor controls the Green LED. LED states are determined by the
access control system option and capability.
QUICK START GUIDE
125-kHz PROXIMITY CARD READERS
*Plastic or metal
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P/N: 01100-001 ∙ Rev. 12.18
© 2012-2018 Farpointe Data, Inc. All rights reserved. Farpointe Data®,
Pyramid Series Proximity®, Delta®, and Ranger® are the registered U.S.
trademarks of Farpointe Data, Inc. Conekt is a trademark of Farpointe Data,
Inc. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Farpointe Data reserves the right to
change specifications without notice.
9.0 fleaPower™ Control Line
To reduce the average current required by the reader, pull the purple conductor low.
10.0 Connection
Connection must be done in accordance with NFPA 70. Do not connect to a receptacle controlled by a switch. Connect to a power limited DC
voltage source.
11.0 Troubleshooting
1. When the reader is first powered on it will beep 4-times, and the LED will shine red.
2. Presenting a supported access credential will result in the reader beeping and the LED flashing once.
NOTE: The access panel controls LED functionality, such as switching the LED to green.
If the reader does not recognize the card or tag (no beep, no LED flash) or exhibits short read range, please see the table below for possible
causes and solutions.
Possible Cause Corrective Action
Incorrect cabling Verify gauge, connections and cabling length
Not enough power 12 VDC recommended, 5 VDC at reader is minimum
Incorrect card used Verify if card technology is supported
Reader/access panel not properly grounded Earth ground needed—verify shield and reader ground are tied at access panel and connect
to ground at one point
Supply generating interference Linear power supply recommended, verify switching power supply before use
Should any of the corrective actions mentioned above not improve performance, disconnect the reader from the access panel and power it with a
separate power supply or 9VDC battery, and re-test card functionality. By powering the readers separately, most variables that may lead to
reduced performance can be eliminated. Should the problem persist, please contact Farpointe directly.
Many Farpointe Data Readers carry the following certifications:
QUICK START GUIDE
125-kHz PROXIMITY CARD READERS
Farpointe Data, Inc.
1376 Borregas Avenue
Sunnyvale, CA 94089-1004 USA
Office: +1-408-731-8700
Fax: +1-408-731-8705
support@farpointedata.com
www.farpointedata.com
FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
harmful interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Farpointe Data could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Product can be used without license conditions or restrictions in all European Union
coun-tries, including Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark,
Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania,
Luxem-bourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Spain,
Sweden, United Kingdom, as well as other non-EU countries, including Iceland,
Norway, and Switzerland.
This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause unde-sired operation of the device.
Cet appareil est conforme à Industrie Canada exempts de licence standard RSS (s).
Le fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes : (1) ce dispositif ne
peut pas provoquer d’interférences et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter toute
interférence, y compris les interférences qui peuvent causer un mauvais
fonctionnement du dispositif.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. 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.