PAC P-CNC Network controller with low range proximity reader User Manual 15162

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Installation GuideJanuary 2003 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT EPAC Portico Portico, 1 Lower Ragsdale Drive, Building 3, Suite 800, Monterey, California 93940 USAwww.PACPortico.comThis document is correct at the time of going to press. However, as part of our ongoing productenhancement program we reserve the right to make changes to the product and/or literature at any timewithout prior notice.Central Network ControllerCopyright and Protective Notices1. The copyright of this document and the associated drawings is the property of PAC Portico (BlickUSA, Inc.), and is issued on condition that it is not copied, reprinted or reproduced, nor itscontents disclosed, either wholly or in part, without the consent in writing of, or in accordancewith the conditions of a contract with of PAC Portico (Blick USA, Inc.).2. The publication of information in this document does not imply freedom from patent or otherprotective rights of PAC Portico (Blick USA, Inc.), or others.3. Performance figures and data quoted in this document are typical, and must be specificallyconfirmed by of PAC Portico (Blick USA, Inc.) before they become applicable to any tender, orderor contract.Training and Technical SupportTraining courses covering the installation and use of all PAC Portico products are regularly held atBlick USA in Monterey California.It is strongly recommended that any persons installing or programming PAC Porticoproducts attend a suitable training course beforehand.Technical Support for all PAC Portico products is available during normal office hours. Thisservice is provided primarily for the use of trained installers. End users of PAC Portico productsshould first contact their installation or maintenance company before contacting PAC Portico.Literature. If you have any comments on this or any other PAC Portico literature, then you caneither write to ‘Technical Writing’ at the address below or you can email us at: manuals@PACPortico.com
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 2 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.IMPORTANT:When installing the PAC Portico equipment the following should be noted:HEALTH AND SAFETYInstallation must wired in accordance with National Wiring Regulations (BS7671, IEENational Wiring Regulations in the UK). Failure to do so can result in injury or death byelectric shock.It must also comply with any local Fire, Health and Safety regulations. A secured door thatmay be part of an escape route from an area must be installed with:•A Fail-Safe lock (A). So that the door will be released if the power fails. Ideally a magneticlock should be used as these are less likely to jam or seize.•A normally-closed Break-Glass or Manual Pull (B) in the lock supply wiring. So that in anemergency the fail-safe lock can be immediately depowered.BAThe controller must be connected to Earth Ground. Isolate the controller supply beforeworking on the controller.CABLINGThe cabling used in the PAC Portico access control systems (six wire bus, reader cables, etc.) arenot prone to electrical interference. However, you should avoid routing cable close to heavy loadswitching cables and equipment. If this is unavoidable then cross the cable at right angles every 1-2m (3 to 6 ft) to reduce the interference.RFID DevicesAs similar RFID technology is now widely used in a number of other industries, for exampleautomotive immobilisers, it is possible that interaction between your access control credential andother devices may cause one or the other to function incorrectly. Should you suspect that you haveexperienced such a problem the solution is to separate your access control credential from otherRFID devices.FCC NoticeThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.KeyPAC CNC FCC ID OQL-PAC-CNCPAC CNC FCC ID OQL-P-CNCChanges or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance couldvoid the user's authority to operate the equipment.NoteThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digitaldevice, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to providereasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in acommercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may causeharmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residentialarea is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correctthe interference at his own expense.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 3Table of ContentsHEALTH AND SAFETY............................................................................................................. 2CABLING ................................................................................................................................... 2RFID Devices............................................................................................................................. 2FCC Notice ................................................................................................................................ 2Table of Figures........................................................................................................................... 4Abbreviations Used in this Document ...................................................................................... 51. About this Document .............................................................................................................. 61.1 MKI and MKII CNC Hardware ............................................................................................. 61.2 Single-Site and Multi-Site .................................................................................................... 61.3 Administration Systems ....................................................................................................... 61.4 Other Documents ................................................................................................................ 71.5 Margin Notes ....................................................................................................................... 71.6 Definitions ............................................................................................................................ 71.7 CNC Models ........................................................................................................................ 72. Description ............................................................................................................................... 82.1 Power Supply ...................................................................................................................... 82.2 Internal Features ................................................................................................................. 92.3 External Connections ........................................................................................................112.4 Description......................................................................................................................... 122.5 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 122.6 Conversion Cables ............................................................................................................ 132.7 Using More than One CNC ............................................................................................... 133. Features.................................................................................................................................. 153.1 Dial-Up............................................................................................................................... 153.2 Dial-Back ........................................................................................................................... 153.3 Communications Protection .............................................................................................. 153.4 Site Types/Numbers ..........................................................................................................153.5 Front Panel Display ........................................................................................................... 164. Installation.............................................................................................................................. 194.1 Power Supply .................................................................................................................... 194.2 Description......................................................................................................................... 194.3 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 194.4 Conversion Cables ............................................................................................................ 204.5 Host PC ............................................................................................................................. 204.6 External Reader................................................................................................................. 224.7 Description......................................................................................................................... 224.8 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 224.9 Conversion Cables ............................................................................................................ 234.10 Six Wire Bus .................................................................................................................... 235. Serial Communications......................................................................................................... 265.1 Direct Connection .............................................................................................................. 265.2 Dial-Up Communications................................................................................................... 276. Specification .......................................................................................................................... 306.1 Dimensions........................................................................................................................ 306.2 Power Requirements ......................................................................................................... 306.3 Fuses ................................................................................................................................. 306.4 Cables Supplied ................................................................................................................ 306.5 Description......................................................................................................................... 30
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 4 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.6.6 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 306.7 Conversion Cables ............................................................................................................ 316.8 Description......................................................................................................................... 336.9 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 336.10 Conversion Cables ..........................................................................................................346.11 Description....................................................................................................................... 346.12 Installation........................................................................................................................ 346.13 Conversion Cables ..........................................................................................................356.14 Door Controller Software ................................................................................................. 366.15 Mean Time Between Failures.......................................................................................... 367. Appendix A - Full Download................................................................................................. 377.1 Description......................................................................................................................... 377.2 Download Procedure .........................................................................................................378. Appendix B - Non-PAC Portico Communication Devices ................................................. 388.1 Dial-Up Modems................................................................................................................ 388.2 Black Box Non-Powered Short Haul Modem - SHM-NPR ................................................ 388.3 Black Box Line Driver - LD-120MP.................................................................................... 398.4 pIPer Serial Ethernet Units ................................................................................................399. Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit ............................................................ 409.1 Description......................................................................................................................... 409.2 Installation.......................................................................................................................... 409.3 Conversion Cables ............................................................................................................ 4110. Appendix D - Cable Descriptions....................................................................................... 4210.1 Power Supply .................................................................................................................. 4210.2 Host PC ........................................................................................................................... 4210.3 Six Wire Bus .................................................................................................................... 4310.4 RS-232 Ports ................................................................................................................... 4310.5 External Reader............................................................................................................... 4510.6 LD-120MP Line Drivers ................................................................................................... 4611. Appendix E - COS-4/8 Data Switches................................................................................ 47Table of FiguresFigure 1 CNC Front Panel (with built-in PAC Portico reader) 8Figure 2 CNC Rear Panel 8Figure 3 Power Supply Unit - Front View 8Figure 4 Power Supply Unit - Rear View 9Figure 5 CNC - Internal Components 9Figure 6 Possible Six Wire Bus Wiring Configurations 24Figure 7 CNC Using Dial-Back 28Figure 8 CNC to Door Controller Wiring 43Figure 9 Remote Site Master to Slave Wiring 43
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 5Abbreviations Used in this DocumentCLK ClockCNC Central Network ControllerCOM CommonCOS Code Operated SwitchCTS Clear To SendD/C Door ControllerDOS Disc Operating SystemGND GroundLED Light Emitting DiodeMS-DOS Microsoft Disc Operating SystemPC Personnel ComputerPIN Personal Identity NumberPSTN Postal Standard Telephone NetworkRX ReceiveSIG SignalTX TransmitVCA Valid Code Accepted
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 6 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.1. About this DocumentThis document describes the installation of a PAC Portico Central Network Controller (CNC) and thevarious communication options available. The CNC allows PAC Portico Door Controllers to beadministered from a central Personal Computer (PC). The central PC will be running PAC Portico forWindows or PAC Portico Prism administration software.1.1 MKI and MKII CNC HardwareThis document is written based on the MKII CNC hardware which has a 9-way male D-type RS-232 portconnectors on the rear of the case, as opposed to the MKI CNC which has 25-way female D-type RS-232port connectors.An upgrade kit (part number 21512) is available that allows installations which use the MKI CNC to beconverted - this includes the new CNC itself and adapter cables. Use of this upgrade kit is described fullyin Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit.The major new features in the MKII CNC are:• Overall controller download speed improvement of 3-5 times.• Improved management of ‘updates’ - i.e. changes made to administration system database.• Support for external Wiegand readers. It will work with all current Wiegand formats.• Support for external Magstripe readers. This is for “true” Magstripe readers and does not work withMagstripe readers with a PAC Portico output.• Dialing of dial-up sites at a programmable interval of between 10 minutes and 24 hours.• Displays which sites are on-line, even if no updates are waiting to be sent.• 9-way D-type RS-232 connectors used on rear for compatibility with standard PC-to-modem cables.• Improved reading range on front panel PAC Portico reader.• Option switches now accessible through hole in underside of unit, eliminating need to remove thecover.Two types of front panel reader are available with the MKII CNC:• PAC Portico PAC reader for use with systems using PAC ID devices.• PAC Portico KeyPAC reader for use with systems using KeyPAC ID devices.NoteCNCs with the KeyPAC front panel reader are identified by having a blue key on the front panel.1.2 Single-Site and Multi-SitePreviously the MKI CNC was supplied in two versions - single-site and multi-site. The single-site CNCallowed up to 32 door controllers to be connected locally on the PAC Portico six wire bus only. The multi-site CNC allows up to 128 sites, including the local six wire bus, to be controlled. The extra 127 sites areconnected using serial RS-232 communications.The MKI Single Site CNC was discontinued with the release of PAC Portico for Windows Version 3.0.The MKII CNC is supplied in a multi-site version only. When upgrading from a single site system, changethe CNC and the settings in PAC Portico for Windows to reflect the change.1.3 Administration SystemsThe administration systems available with PAC Portico Access Control Systems are described in thedocumentation supplied with the door controller. PC-based administration systems run administrationsoftware (e.g. PAC Portico for Windows or PAC Portico Prism). The administration software is providedon a CD that includes appropriate documentation and help files.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 71.4 Other DocumentsThis document should be used in conjunction with the following other documents:1.4.1 Door Controllers15113 PAC Portico 2100/1100 Installation Guide15263 PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series Controllers Installation GuideThese documents describe the installation of the PAC Portico controllers which can be connected to theCNC. They include, where appropriate, connection to readers, locks and configuration information.Information on connecting the door controllers to the CNC, via the six wire bus or RS-232 is includedwithin this document, see Sections 4 and 5.NoteThroughout this document reference is made to the door controller. Unless explicitly statedotherwise, this includes PAC Portico 1100, 2100, 1200 and 2200 Door Controllers.1.4.2 Administration SoftwareThe documentation supplied depends on the administration software used on the application. Alladministration software documentation is now supplied on CD. Context-sensitive help is also supplied.1.5 Margin NotesThroughout the manual wherever there are specific items referring to particular administration systems orparticular models of door controller, a margin note will highlight the fact. For example:PACPortico1200Applies only to the PAC Portico 1200 2-door controller.PACPorticoforWindowsApplies only to PAC Portico for Windows.PACPorticoPrismApplies only to PAC Portico Prism.MKIIOnlyApplies only to the MKII CNC.1.6 DefinitionsA full glossary of all terms particular to PAC Portico Access Control Systems is included in theadministration documentation supplied on CD.1.7 CNC ModelsThe CNC comes in two models with the only difference being the built-in key reader technology (PAC orKeyPAC) for administration of ID devices.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 8 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.2. DescriptionThe CNC is a flat, steel cased unit ideally suited to being mounted between a PC system unit and the PCmonitor.The front of the CNC has a 16-character display where system messages are displayed and a key readerfor key administration and alarm acceptance. The rear of the controller has six 9-way D-type connectors -used for power, six wire bus, host PC and three RS-232 serial ports.The rear of the CNC also includes an 8-way DIN connector for connection of an external PAC, KeyPAC,Magstripe and/or Wiegand/Smartcard reader.NETWORK CONTROLLER**MONITORING**Key ReaderDisplay ScreenFigure 1 CNC Front Panel (with built-in PAC Portico reader)NoteA blue key on the front panel indicates that the built-in reader is a KeyPAC reader.Expansion PortExternal ReaderConnector(Blanked)PORT 3RS 232PORT 2 PORT 1 HOST PC SIX WIRE BUSPOWERSix-Wire BusConnect to PCSerial PortsConnect to Power SupplySUPPLYEXTERNALREADEREXPANSION PORTFigure 2 CNC Rear Panel2.1 Power SupplyPower is provided to the CNC by a separate power supply unit, supplied with every CNC (not included inthe MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit). Three versions are available:1. Boxed version with space for backup batteries (shown below).2. Boxed version with space for backup batteries (not used with administration software)..Green - Power On LampRed - No Battery LampFigure 3 Power Supply Unit - Front View
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 9+-BATTERY12V3A 3A BATTERY NETWORKCONTROLLERMAINS I/PT250mARL1 RL3 RL4RL2Ext IntFigure 4 Power Supply Unit - Rear View2.1.1 LED OperationThe two LEDs provided on the CNC indicate the current status of the mains and battery supply. Thefollowing table indicates the status of each LED under different conditions.Power Red LED ( )Green LED ( )Mains, with battery ON ONMains, with no battery ON ONNo mains, with battery OFF ONNo mains, battery low (<10.5V) OFF OFFNo mains, no battery OFF OFFNoteThe battery can be low (<10.5V) but it will still operate the CNC as there has been some leewayallowed between the battery low indication and the CNC failing. This allows sufficient time for thebattery to be changed.2.2 Internal FeaturesYou should not need to remove the lid of the CNC unless upgrading the software. The electronics arecontained on a single circuit board. Figure 5 CNC - Internal Components
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 10 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.2.2.1 SwitchesMKIIOnlyThere is a set of switches on the main circuit board, located on the underside and accessible through ahole in the case, without removing the cover. On the MKI CNC it was necessary to remove the cover ofthe CNC to access these switches.These switches are used for feature selection. Switch 1 is located nearest the rear of the CNC, switch 8nearest the front.These switches are ON when switched towards the left hand, outer edge of the CNC (closest toswitches).All these switches should be OFF, except for:Switch 4 - External Reader:• Magstripe Reader: This switch should be OFF, towards the center of the CNC. This is thedefault setting.• PAC, KeyPAC , or Wiegand: This switch should be ON, towards the edge of the CNC.Switch 5 - Internal Sounder:When switched ON this switch silences the internal sounder - including when alarms are received,and the PC is off-line.Switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate:• PAC Portico for Windows (9600): This switch should always be OFF, towards the center ofthe CNC - this is the default setting.• PAC Portico Prism (9600): This switch should always be OFF, towards the center of the CNC -this is the default setting.2.2.2 Heartbeat LEDThe CNC features a red LED, visible through the front panel bezel, which pulses to indicate the CNC ispowered and operating.MKIIOnlyThe LED will flash more rapidly to indicate a ‘bad read’ when a Wiegand and/or Magstripe reader isconnected to the external reader port on the rear of the CNC2.2.3 DisplayA 16-character vacuum-fluorescent display is used to display a range of messages - includingcommunications to door controllers and the host PC, alarm events when the PC is off-line, and othersystem messages.2.2.4 SounderWhen an alarm event is received by the CNC and the host PC is off-line, the CNC will bleep to annunciatethe alarm. The sounder may be turned off by turning switch 5 ON (not recommended).2.2.5 ReaderLocated behind the front panel bezel, towards the right-hand side is a built-in proximity reader. This maybe a PAC reader or a KeyPAC reader (the KeyPAC reader is indicated by a blue key symbol on the frontpanel). This reader is used for a variety of purposes - including operators logging into the PC software,key administration and acceptance of alarms.MKIIOnlyIf any non-PAC Portico ID devices are in use, a Wiegand or Magstripe reader may be connected to theexternal reader connector on the rear panel, see Section 2.3.5.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 112.3 External ConnectionsThe rear panel of the CNC includes six 9-way D-type connectors and one 8-way DIN connector.The function of each of these connectors is described briefly, starting from the right (as viewed from therear of the CNC). More detail is provided on the exact connections available in Section 4.2.3.1 Power SupplyA 9-way male D-type connector is used to connect the CNC to the Power Supply Unit (PSU). Thisprovides all the required voltages to the CNC, and also the feeds to the relays built into the PSU itself.2.3.2 Six Wire BusThis port is a 9-way female D-type connector to which up to 32 door controllers may be connected. Thetotal distance can be up to 3000ft/1000m with a maximum of 1500ft/500m between door controllers.2.3.3 Host PCThe host computer connects to this port, using one of the leads supplied, and via a COM: serial port onthe PC.This port is a 9-way D-type male connector (25-way male on MKI CNC).2.3.4 RS-232 Ports 1-3A wide variety of devices may be connected to these ports, for communication to door controllers. Thesedevices include PSTN or LAN/WAN modems, radio or microwave communication modules, fiber optic orwire line drivers, etc. - generally any communications device that features an RS-232 interface.Again these three ports are 9-way D-type male connectors (25-way male on MKI CNC).These three ports are identical in function - each may be configured independently through theadministration software to indicate the communications method in use.2.3.5 External ReaderMKIIOnlyThis connector, an 8-way female DIN connector, allows the connection of an external reader which canbe used in addition to or in place of the built-in proximity reader for keyholder administration purposes,logging into the administration software and acceptance of alarms.NoteThe external reader can be PAC, KeyPAC, Magstripe and/or Wiegand reader. These different typesof reader can be connected directly to this port and no interface unit is required. .It is possible to use multiple reading technologies on the same CNC (e.g. PAC and KeyPAC PAC andWiegand, PAC and Magstripe) by using a combination of PC interface kit, built-in reader and externalreader. No configuration is required to use the external reader connector.The CNC supports the following formats of Wiegand/Magstripe compatible devices:2.3.5.1 Wiegand• Sensor Engineering 26-bit (2601)• Casi-Rusco 28 bit• Standard 34 bit• Shorrock 56 bit• Universal WiegandNoteThe universal Wiegand option allows any card to produce a token code. Any card greater than 16bits will produce a token code.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 12 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.2.3.5.2 Magstripe• Paxton/MR Sensors 7 digit• Paxton/MR Sensors 9 digit• Paxton/MR Sensors 11 digit• Default Bank FormatNoteIf an external Magstripe reader is being used, the output from this reader must be in Magstripeformat or PAC format, even if the Magstripe readers on the system output the ID in PAC format.A 6.6ft/2m flying lead is supplied with the CNC. One end is terminated in an 8-way male DIN plug, theother end is flying leads. See Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit2.4 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.2.4.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.2.5 Installation1. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.2. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.3. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.4. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.5. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.6. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.7. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.8. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.9. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.10. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.11. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.12. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNC
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 13information about the sites being controlled.13. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.14. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.15. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.2.6 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions for the color code for this lead and connection information.NoteThis cable must be screened to comply with emission requirements.2.7 Using More than One CNCAll administration software allows more than one CNC to be used.However, if you are using more than one CNC on your system (either PAC Portico for Windows or PACPortico Prism) then you should consider distributing these across multiple PCs (workstations) to improvesystem performance. Depending on the specifications of the PC, it is recommended that no more thenfour CNCs be connected to a single PC.PAC for WindowsPAC for Windows can support up to 20 ‘masters’ which may be connected to different PCs (when usingthe Multi-PC option). A ‘master’ is either a CNC or door controller operating in system type 2 - refer to15113 PAC 2100/PAC 1100 Installation Guide or 15263 PAC 2200/1200 Series Controller InstallationGuide.If you are using more than one CNC on your system, you should consider distributing these acrossmultiple PCs (workstations) to improve system performance.The total number of sites on a PAC for Windows system, cannot exceed 128 per ‘division’.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 14 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.Refer to 15150 PAC Portico for Windows Access Control Overview for a full description of ‘masters’,‘divisions’ and ‘sites’.PAC Portico PrismPAC Portico Prism can support up to 50 PCs. Since a CNC connects to a PC via the serial port, the actuallimitation is the number of serial ports available.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 153. Features3.1 Dial-UpThe CNC can be programmed (through the PC administration software) to automatically dial any site thatcommunicates via PSTN modems or dial-up network devices.3.2 Dial-BackThe CNC supports ‘dial-back’ from sites which communicate via PSTN modems or dial-up networkdevices. In the event of an alarm (or certain other events), the door controller will immediately dial-back tothe CNC. See the documentation supplied with the door controller for full details on programming thisfeature.3.3 Communications ProtectionThis feature will prevent an unauthorized modem from establishing communications with a remote site. Itis done by the door controller checking the supervisor (master) token code sent by the CNC andcomparing it with its own code. If they do not match, the master code stored in the door controller iscompared against the previous master code stored in the CNC. If this also fails to match, the session isaborted.3.4 Site Types/NumbersEach CNC will support up to 128 sites. The site configuration is determined by the administration softwarebeing used to administer the system.PAC Portico for Windows• Site 1 is always the six wire bus - up to 32 door controllers• Sites 2-33 are RS-232 sites - up to 8 door controllers each• Sites 34-128 are RS-232 sites - 1 door controller ONLY each site.This also means that only one six wire bus site, and a maximum of 32 RS-232 sites with more than onedoor controller can be configured to communicate through each CNC.As sites are added, the administration software will automatically assign a site number in the appropriate‘range’. Furthermore, the administration software will not allow you to add more than one ‘six wire bus’site, or more than 32 RS-232 sites with more than one door controller.If the system consists of multiple ‘divisions’, it is possible for sites from more than one division tocommunicate with the administration system via the same CNC. However, the above restrictions andrules still apply - for example, you will not be able to have a six wire bus site in each of two divisions if youonly have a single CNC on your system.PAC Portico Prism• Site 1 is always the Six Wire Bus - up to 32 door controllers• Sites 2-128 are RS-232 and can be any combination of single controller or controller cluster sites.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 16 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.3.5 Front Panel DisplayAt various times, messages will appear on the CNC display. This display consists of 16 green LEDsegment characters. When a message is too long to fit on the display it will scroll past in a 'ticker tape'fashion. Some messages are accompanied by an audible bleep, especially alarms. All messages areassigned a priority (1 being the highest, 4 the lowest) which determine the order they will be displayedwhen more than one condition exists that would generate a message.3.5.1 Start UpWhen the CNC is first powered, a sequence of messages is displayed:**SYSTEM RESET** The CNC has been reset.PAC Portico CNC VX=YZ The software version number. You may be asked this if you experience any difficulties.HOST BAUD =19200HOST BAUD =9600The baud rate between the CNC and PC. This should be 9600.The highest priority message is the CLOCK SYNC message followed by the alarm messages. The lowestpriority is the MONITORING message which signifies nothing to report, and the PC is on-line.In the descriptions of each message, the following code is used to describe parts of the message:Snnn nnn is the site number, range 1-128Dnnn nnn is the door number, range 1-128D/Cnn nn is the door controller number, range 1-32IDnnnnn nnnnn is the personnel ID number, range 1-18,000NoteOn multi-division systems, you may have sites from different divisions communicating through asingle CNC. The CNC display does not show the division information.3.5.2 Clock Synchronization** CLOCK SYNC **This message is displayed for 6 seconds with the sounder pulsing and can occur on one of twooccasions. The first being when 'clock synchronization' is selected by the user to force the CNCand door controllers to synchronize with the PC clock.The other occasion is when this occurs automatically at midnight and noon. All door controllers areimmediately synchronized if they are connected or at the next time they are dialed up.3.5.3 Prioritized Messages when PC On-Line3.5.3.1 Priority 1 - Buffer Full**BUFFER FULL**This message appears when the CNC has only room for 1000 transactions left in its internalmemory. This will occur if the PC is left disconnected for a long time. The length of time dependsentirely on the rate transactions come into the CNC from the door controllers. The message willclear when the CNC has room for 1100 transactions.NoteIf this condition is ignored, events will be lost.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 173.5.3.2 Priority 2 - Comms ErrorsSnnn D/Cnn ERRnnThis indicates an error in the communications link between the CNC and a door controller. In thiscase ERRnn represents the error number, e.g. S001 D/C03 ERR01. Error numbers currentlydisplayed are 01, 02, 03, 17 and 18. If there is more than one error at any one time, thedisplay will show each in turn, allowing 3 seconds for each message.PAC Portico equipment may report the following communications errors, which are given to assistin diagnosis of any problems that may occur on the system, either during commissioning or normalsystem operation:Comms Error 1 means a door controller was polled but no reply was received. This may be due to:• The door controller may be disconnected from the communications cable.• The door controller may be switched off.• The door controller may be faulty.• One or more door controllers may have the same address set.NoteA Comms Error 1 can only occur on a six wire bus link.Comms Error 2 means that an incorrect reply was received to an issued command. This type of errorrarely occurs and is usually due to an incorrect system type on the master, noise on the cable or asoftware incompatibility.Comms Error 3 means the reply from a door controller to a command was not received or understood.This may be due to:• Faulty communications cabling.• One or more door controllers may have the same address set.Comms Error 17 means that there is a problem with the dial-up device at either the CNC or the remotesite. This type of error is sent to the administration software as one of the following transactions:• Modem not connected.• Re-dialing.• Line unobtainable.Comms Error 18 means that although communications was established with the remote dial-up device,the CNC was unable to communicate with the door controller at the remote site. This type of error isreported to the administration software as D/C Not Responding.3.5.3.3 Priority 2 - Updates/On-lineSITE nnn=nnnnnSITE nnn*nnnnnThis display indicates that the CNC is storing updates waiting to be sent to a site or the CNC is on-linewith a particular site. Updates are changes to the administration system database that need to betransmitted to door controllers on the sites. A large number of updates are created when a download isinitiated. Updates are also queued up when changes are made at the administration system for a dial-up site that is not currently on-line.A maximum of 8 sites will be reported on this display. The number of updates for a particular site will bedisplayed for 3 seconds.If more than 8 sites have updates waiting, the following rules will apply:The number of updates for any sites that are currently on-line will always be displayed, regardless of thenumber of updates outstanding.The remaining ‘gaps’ in the display buffer will be filled by the sites that have the largest number of queuedupdates.For example, if 3 sites are currently on-line and a total of 12 sites have updates waiting, the number ofupdates for the 3 sites that are on-line and for the 5 off-line sites with the highest number of updatesqueued will be displayed.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 18 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.If a * appears instead of =, the site is currently on-line.If there are no updates for a site that is currently on-line, the CNC display will show: SITE nnn*00000 for that site.During a download to the CNC from the administration software, the number of updates will increaserapidly. When all the data has been transferred from the PC to the CNC the number will decrease moreslowly. The faster the link to the site, the faster the number will decrease.3.5.3.4 Priority 3 - Monitoring** MONITORING **This message means that the PC is connected to the CNC, there are no errors reported in thecommunications links to the door controllers and there are no alarms waiting to be acknowledged.3.5.4 Prioritized Messages when PC Off-LineNoteThe PC will be unable to take responsibility for alarm annunciation at certain times - for example ifthe administration software is closed down, the PC is turned off, or is performing a resource-intensive task (this will largely depend on the PC specification). Therefore during this time, alarmsand communication errors will appear on the CNC display itself.The following messages will cause the CNC to beep until acknowledged with a valid operator key. Eventhough the alarm is acknowledged at the CNC it will need to be acknowledged again when the PC isagain able to receive alarm events.3.5.4.1 Priority 1 - AlarmsSnnn Dnnn UNAUTHORISED ACCESSSnnn Dnnn ANTI-TAMPERSnnn D/Cnn ANTI-TAMPERSnnn Znnnn RECEIVED ALARMSnnn D/Cnn OVERRIDE ALARMSnnn Dnnn IDnnnn DURESS ALARM3.5.4.2 Priority 2 - Comms ErrorsSnnn D/Cnn ERRnnThis indicates an error in the communications link between the CNC and a door controller. In thiscase, ERRnn represents the error number, e.g. S001 D/C03 ERR01. Error numbers currentlydisplayed are 01, 02, 03, 17 and 18. If there is more than one error at any one time, the display willshow each in turn, allowing 3 seconds for each message.A description of the meaning of each error message is shown in Section 3.5.3.3.5.4.3 Priority 3 - Buffer Full**BUFFER FULL**See the description in Section 3.5.3.1.3.5.4.4 Priority 3 - PC Offline** PC OFFLINE **The PC is switched off, is not running the administration program or there is a fault in the linkbetween the PC and CNC. On PAC Portico for Windows systems, this may also be displayed if thePC is running a backup operation or if the PC is particularly busy which means it cannotcommunicate with the CNC properly.3.5.4.5 Priority 4 - UpdatesSITE nnn=nnnnnSITE nnn*nnnnnSee the description in Section 3.5.3.3.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 194. Installation4.1 Power SupplyConnect the PSU to the CNC using the cable supplied (9-way male D-type connector at one end, 9-wayfemale D-type connector at the other).Connect the CNC power supply to the mains via the lead supplied. The red and green lamps on the frontof the PSU should both illuminate. If they do not, check the fuse in the mains supply.If you intend to install a backup battery, this should be connected next, observing polarity. If the battery ishealthy, the green LED on the power supply should be illuminated. If it is not, check the battery ischarged, connected correctly and the battery fuse in the PSU is not blown using a suitable meter.The CNC should initialize and display the startup messages described above. If it does not, confirm thecondition of the dc fuse in the PSU itself and the correct cable is being used. A description of the cable iscontained in Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit4.2 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.4.2.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.4.3 Installation16. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.17. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.18. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.19. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.20. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.21. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.22. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.23. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.24. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.25. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.26. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 20 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.27. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.28. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.29. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.30. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.4.4 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions.4.5 Host PCOnce the CNC is correctly powered, the next stage is to connect it to the host PC - i.e. the PC running theadministration software. Refer to 15172 PAC Portico for Windows System Configuration Guide or 15964Portico Prism Operations Guide for programming information.4.5.1 ConnectionsTwo cables are supplied that connect the CNC to the PC. Both have a 9-pin D-type male connector forfitting to the CNC host PC port. At the other end, one of the cables has a 9-pin female connector, theother a 25-pin female connector. Two cables are provided to allow for the different types of serial portsprovided on PCs, either 9-pin or 25-pin male.Use the appropriate cable to connect the CNC host port to the desired serial port on the PC.4.5.2 Establishing CommunicationsAt this stage you should establish and confirm communications between the CNC and the administrationsoftware.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 21PAC Portico for WindowsUse Status: Masters to confirm the communications. The CNC display should read:** MONITORING **Use Installer: Masters to initialize the CNC.Portico PrismThe CNC display should read:** MONITORING **Use Installer: Channel to initialize the CNC.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 22 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.4.6 External ReaderMKIIOnlyA third party Wiegand reader and PAC reader, Wiegand reader and KeyPAC reader, or a Wiegandreader and Magstripe reader (devices encoded ISO track 2) may be connected to the external readersocket on the rear of the CNC. This does not affect the use of the in-built reader which may be a PAC orKeyPAC reader.Non-PAC ID devices can be used on the CNC without the need for a PC Interface Kit. A Wiegand or otherinterface unit is not required.A flying lead, supplied with the CNC is used to connect to the DIN socket on the rear of the CNC. Theconnection information is detailed in Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit4.7 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.4.7.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.4.8 Installation31. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.32. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.33. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.34. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.35. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.36. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.37. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.38. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.39. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.40. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.41. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.42. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 2343. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.44. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.45. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.4.9 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions. The built-in reader can be used in conjunction with a Magstripe orWiegand reader connected to the external reader port.Notes1. If the external reader is a PAC, KeyPAC, Wiegand, or Magstripe reader, switch 4 must be set ON.2. The universal Wiegand option allows any card to produce a token code. This option is enabled bydefault. Any card greater than 16 bits will produce a token code.The formats of Wiegand and Magstripe readers supported are listed in Section 2.3.5.4.10 Six Wire BusThe six wire bus is PAC Portico's proprietary communications link for local connection of door controllers.It uses up to 3000ft/1000m of standard unscreened signal cable to connect door controllers. No singlelength of cable should be longer than 1500ft/500m.4.10.1 Cable SpecificationUse multi-stranded, unscreened, 6-core, 22AWG/0.355mm² alarm or signal cable.The cable can be arranged as shown below as long as the total amount of cable does not exceed3000ft/1000m, and no single length is longer than 1500ft/500m.If you do use screened cable, you should reduce the maximum distance allowed to 1100ft/350m total,490ft/150m between devices on the bus.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 24 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.NoteA linear configuration is recommended but you can have up to four ‘spurs’. Each a maximum of33ft/10m in length.LinearStarCNCCNCFigure 6 Possible Six Wire Bus Wiring Configurations4.10.2 AddressesThe six wire bus works by each door controller having its own unique address. It is good practice toaddress door controllers consecutively.However, on a site that communicates to the CNC via RS-232, the door controller connected to theremote end of the RS-232 link must have address 1. The other door controllers will have addresses 2-8.4.10.3 System Types/Controller TypesDoor controllers can be configured in different ‘system types’ depending on the exact configuration theyare being used in. Only two of these types are used with the CNC:System Type 2The door controller connected directly to the remote end of an RS-232 communications link should beconfigured as system type 2.Up to 7 additional ‘slave’ (system type 3) controllers may then be connected to this controller via the sixwire bus.System type 2 controllers are referred to throughout this document as ‘remote masters’.There is no equivalent to this type of controller from the earlier PAC Portico 2000 Series. A PAC Portico2000N controller can be connected to the remote end of an RS-232 communications link but no furtherdoor controllers can then be added on this site via the six wire bus.To summarize, master controllers may be:• PAC Portico 2100 and PAC Portico 2200 Series Door Controllers (4-door) set to system type 2.• PAC Portico 1100 and PAC Portico 1200 Door Controllers (2-door) set to system type 2.System Type 3Any door controllers that communicate to the CNC via the six wire bus, either directly to the CNC or via a
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 25remote master should be configured as system type 3.These controllers are referred to throughout this document as ‘slaves’ and may be considered equivalentto the earlier PAC Portico 2000N controllers, which some installers may be aware of.Therefore, slave controllers may be:• PAC Portico 2100 and PAC Portico 2200 Series Door Controllers (4-door) set to system type 3.• PAC Portico 1100 and PAC Portico 1200 Door Controllers (2-door) set to system type 3.• PAC Portico 2000N MKI and MKII.4.10.4 Direct Connect to CNCUp to 32 slave door controllers, addressed 1 to 32, via ‘six wire bus’ port on CNC.4.10.5 Direct RS-232 Link from CNCOne master door controller (configured as system type 2) and up to 7 slave door controllers, addressed 2,3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.NoteYou can have up to three such sites connected to the CNC.4.10.6 Setting the Door Controller AddressSee 15113 PAC Portico 2100/1100 Installation Guide or 15263 PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series ControllersInstallation Guide for details on how to set a door controller's address and system type.4.10.7 Programming the SystemRefer to 15172 PAC Portico for Windows System Configuration Guide, or 15964 Portico PrismOperations Guide for details on programming the system.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 26 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.5. Serial CommunicationsThis type of communication uses the serial RS-232 outputs on the rear of the CNC to communicate withdoor controllers.There are two types of serial communication:Direct ConnectionA permanent connection to a door controller using line-drivers, leased line modems, pIPer Serial EthernetUnits, etc. This type of connection is permanently on-line, events are reported as they happen andupdates are immediate. The user will not be aware of any difference between a directly connected serialsite and a six wire bus site. Up to three sites may be directly configured in this way to each CNC.Dial-Up Connection Using PSTN Modems and LAN/WAN Communications DevicesThe CNC can dial each site once or twice a day or at a programmable interval of between 10 minutes and24 hours. On each occasion, transactions are received from the door controllers and updates are sent.The door controller is also able to dial-back to the CNC when an alarm (2100 and 2200 SeriesControllers) or access authorized (2200 Series Controllers) events occurs. Up to 127 sites may beconnected in this way.In addition, each site can be ‘force dialed’ via operator intervention from the administration software.A single dial-up device connected to the CNC may dial different sites at different times of day. Up to threedial-up devices may be connected to a single CNC.NoteThis section refers to dial-up devices; these may be modems or pIPer Serial Ethernet Units.5.1 Direct ConnectionThere are three RS-232 serial ports fitted as standard to the CNC allowing up to three directly connectedsites. The maximum length of cable between the CNC and a door controller is 50ft/15m, to exceed thisdistance you will need to use some type of line driver, leased line modem or other device.There are several methods for directly connecting a CNC to a door controller over a distance greater than50ft/15m:• Line drivers or baseband modems.• Fiber optic links.• Radio data.• Microwave.• Extended distance RS-232 cable.• TCP/IP.Most serial communication devices will operate provided they satisfy the following specification:• Asynchronous.• Full duplex.• Baud rate of 300, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600.• No parity, 8 data bits, 2 stop bits.• Hardware/software flow control.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 275.2 Dial-Up Communications5.2.1 DescriptionBy using dial-up devices, it is possible to communicate with more than 3 sites or with sites too distant tobe directly connected. Dial-up sites require the use of dial-up devices connected to standard public(PSTN) telephone lines or LAN/WAN network.From the administration software, remote sites are assigned to one of the three RS-232 ports on theCNC. The CNC will dial up sites via the dial-up device connected to one of the RS-232 ports. A dial-updevice installed at each site, connected to the remote master door controller will answer the call.Once communications are established, the CNC will receive transactions from the door controller andsend any database updates. A communications session will last as long as required for all transactions tobe received and all updates to be sent or until a programmable pre-set time limit expires.5.2.2 Dial-BackNormally events are only sent back to the central point at set times of the day when the CNC dials up thesite. This may be satisfactory for records of normal access events, however if an alarm occurs this wouldnot be reported until the next routine dial-up. A feature of the door controller allows it to 'dial-back' to theCNC in the event of an alarm condition.PACPortico2200/1200SeriesThe current version PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series Door Controllers also allows the door controller to beprogrammed so that in the event of an Access Authorized, Exit Authorized or EntryAuthorized transaction being generated the door controller will dial-back to the CNC. This powerfulfacility may be configured on an individual door basis for each door controller on the site. For example, itis possible to configure the master door controller so that it will dial-back in the event of access beingauthorized through door one on each of door controllers 2, 3 and 4 on the site but not on any other doors.This is in addition to dialing back in the event of any alarm occurring. Detailed information onprogramming this feature is included in 15263 PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series Controllers InstallationGuide. The dial-back option can be set via the administration software.The door controller stores one or two telephone numbers which it will use for the dial-back. A dial-updevice on the CNC will answer the call and connect to the door controller. Once the calling site has beenidentified, all the high priority transactions will be sent from the site and only high priority commands willbe sent from the CNC to the site, allowing alarm acknowledgements to be sent back to the doorcontrollers. To ensure that a dial-back dial-up device is not tied up too long, the dial-back will be abortedafter 2 minutes of inactivity.It is recommended that one dial-up device is used for routine dial-ups, and a second connected to anotherCNC port, to be used for dial-back only. You could use the routine dial-up device as the backup dial-up,i.e. the second phone number programmed into the door controller.NoteWhen a dial-back occurs no low-priority transactions will be uploaded to the CNC and no ‘updates’will be downloaded to the door controllers on the site.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 28 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.5.2.3 ‘Forget’ TransactionsA feature of the door controllers allows it to 'forget' (if programmed) certain groups of transactions such asRequest to Exit, Access Authorized, etc. This prevents these transactions from being sent andtherefore keeps communication times to a minimum.Network Controller Parallel PrinterPCUp to 7 Slave Door Controllers,Six-Wire BusMaster Door ControllerREMOTE SITE (Up to 127)CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION POINTModem for Normal Dial OutOptional Modem to Receive Dial-Back OnlyModemFigure 7 CNC Using Dial-Back5.2.4 Communication ProtectionA feature of the door controller allows dial-up communications between a CNC and the door controller tobe protected. This is done by the CNC sending its supervisor keycode to the door controller, if thiscompares with the door controller's supervisor keycode, communications will be established. If the codesdo not compare, the previous supervisor keycode stored in the CNC will be compared. If this also failscomparison, the communications session will be aborted. Refer to 15113 PAC Portico 2100/1100Installation Guide or 15263 PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series Controllers Installation Guide for full details.NoteIf this feature is in use, you should be careful not to change the supervisor keycode in theadministration system more than once without first dialing all the remote sites, to avoid ‘lockingyourself’ out of communications with a site.5.2.5 Phone LinesEach dial-up device you connect to the CNC will require its own phone line. If using the dial-back feature,the phone number of the dial-back line is the number programmed into the door controller.If you are using the dial-back feature, ensure that the number of the dial-up device at the CNC can bereached directly - i.e. not through a switchboard and that the number does not have ‘incoming callsbarred’.Each site will also require a phone line.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 295.2.6 Network CommunicationsIn order to communicate with remote controllers via a network, a specific network communication deviceis required. This device is called a pIPer Serial Ethernet Unit. The same rules described in Section 5.2.5apply for network communications. Instead of using a phone number these devices use IP addresses. Formore information, refer to the document 15407 pIPer Serial Ethernet Unit Installation and ConfigurationGuide or call PAC Portico Technical Support.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 30 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.6. Specification6.1 DimensionsAll dimensions are in inches and millimeters (in/mm).In both cases below at least 4in/100mm clearance should be allowed behind each unit for cables andconnectors.CNCLength x Width x Height 380 x 350 x 57Power Supply UnitLength x Width x Height 270 x 345 x 1256.2 Power RequirementsInput Voltage 240V ac or 110V ac (different versions supplied)Battery Output 13.8V dc at up to 370mACurrent Consumption CNC 12V dc @ 600mA6.3 FusesThe following table details the location, type and rating of each fuse.Ref Location Type RatingMains Input Mains fuse under mains input connection HBC, anti-surge 250mAExt Battery On back panel 20mm glass, anti-surge 3AInt Battery On back panel 20mm glass, anti-surge 3A6.4 Cables SuppliedNoteDrawings for all of these cables (except for the mains supply) are included in Appendix C - 21512CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit6.5 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.6.5.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.6.6 Installation46. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.47. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 3148. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.49. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.50. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.51. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.52. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.53. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.54. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.55. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.56. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.57. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.58. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.59. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.60. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.6.7 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 32 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions.All the cables below are supplied by PAC Portico labeled and identified. However, a brief description isincluded below for each cable.6.7.1 Mains SupplyOne mains lead is supplied with a molded plug and 5ft/1.5m of cable. A standard molded IEC socketconnects to the rear of the power supply unit.6.7.2 Power Supply to CNCOne lead with 6.6ft/2m of cable is used to connect the power supply to the CNC. A male 9-pin D-typeconnector fits to the power supply, a female 9-pin D-type connector fits to the CNC.6.7.3 CNC to PCTwo cables are supplied, both 6.6ft/2m long with a female 9-pin connector at one end to connect to theCNC host PC port. One cable has a female 9-pin D-type connector, the other a female 25-pin D-typeconnector at the other end. You only need to use the cable that connects to the appropriate serial (COM:)port on your PC.6.7.4 Six Wire BusA short length of cable is supplied with a male 9-pin D-type connector at one end, the other end is flyingleads.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 336.7.5 RS-232 PortsThree RS-232 leads are supplied - to allow any RS-232 device to be connected (e.g. line drivers) to oneof the three RS-232 ports on the CNC. Each of these is 6.6ft/2m in length.These are fitted with a 9-way female D-type for connecting to the CNC itself, and a 25-way male D-typefor connecting to the dial-up device or other RS-232 device. You should confirm with the installationdocumentation of the RS-232 device that the connections match those expected by this cable. In theevent of the RS-232 device having different connection requirements, the 25-way connector may beremoved and the required connections made, using the color coding detailed in Appendix C - 21512 CNCMKI to MKII Upgrade Kit6.8 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.6.8.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.6.9 Installation61. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.62. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.63. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.64. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.65. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.66. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.67. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.68. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.69. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.70. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.71. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.72. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.73. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirm
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 34 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.communications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.74. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.75. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.6.10 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions.6.10.1 External ReaderA 6.6ft/2m cable is supplied for connection of a PAC, KeyPAC, and/or Wiegand or Magstripe reader. Thisis fitted with an 8-way DIN plug (male) at one end. The other end is flying leads - the color code for thecable is given in Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit6.11 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.6.11.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.6.12 Installation76. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing:
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 35 ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.77. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.78. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.79. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.80. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.81. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.82. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.83. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.84. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.85. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.86. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.87. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.88. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.89. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.90. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.6.13 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 36 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9Appendix D - Cable Descriptions.6.14 Door Controller SoftwarePlease note that when using a MKII CNC the software in the door controllers must be as follows:6.14.1 PAC Portico 1100 and PAC Portico 2100• Version 3.15 or later6.14.2 PAC Portico 2200/1200 Series• Version 1.08 or later. Failure to ensure this could result in corrupt and incorrect transactions being reported and changesmade to the PC administration system not updating the information stored in the door controllerscorrectly.PAC Portico strongly recommends that to obtain maximum benefit from the improved features of the MKIICNC, that all door controllers installed on the system are upgraded to PAC 1100, 2100 1200 or PAC 2200Series Door Controllers with the firmware versions listed above.6.15 Mean Time Between FailuresMTBF >100,000 hours
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 377. Appendix A - Full Download7.1 DescriptionThis appendix describes how to perform a full download to remote dial-up sites. The procedure in thisappendix must be used to ensure a successful download.7.2 Download ProcedureCheck that the CNC display shows MONITORING. If this is not the case, it is likely there are updates inthe CNC buffer waiting to be sent. If there are pending updates, each site must be dialed in order to clearthe CNC buffer prior to initiating a download to a remote site.NoteThe CNC will display a maximum of 8 sites that have updates pending.ExampleIf 3 sites are currently on line and a total of 12 sites have updates waiting, the number of updatesfor the 3 sites on-line and the 5 off-line sites with the highest number of updates will be displayed.When you hang-up from a site that has completed receiving its updates, if there are more than 8sites with updates, it is only now that you will see a new site appear in the CNC display.A typical display when on-line to a site will look as follows:SITE 33 *00037This shows that site 33 is on-line (the asterisk * indicates on-line), with 37 updates remaining.These updates will decrement as the controller receives them. An equals sign to the left of theupdates, e.g. = 00037 means the site is not on-line and there are 37 updates waiting.Notes1. If more than 5 off-line sites have equal updates, the 5 highest numbered sites will be displayed.2. If the site is on a six wire bus arrangement or is connected using a direct RS-232 connection ,updates will occur in real-time.7.2.1 Initializing a CNCThere are certain situations (e.g. troubleshooting CNC problems) which may require the CNC to beinitialized. Initializing the CNC effectively clears out the update buffer, which means any sites that haveupdates will be cleared. Each site that had updates will therefore need to be dialed and a full downloadto the site will be required in order to get the previously cleared updates into the door controllers.7.2.2 Initializing a Door ControllerCare should be taken prior to initializing a door controller. Initializing a door controller will erase itsdatabase (e.g. all keyholders, door programming, access rights, etc). A download from the PC will berequired to get the door controller operational.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 38 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.8. Appendix B - Non-PAC Portico CommunicationDevicesThis appendix describes various non-PAC Portico serial communication devices, including modems andline drivers. pIPer Serial Ethernet Units can be used instead of modems, refer to the documentationsupplied with the pIPer units. For the most up-to-date information on recommended devices, please callPAC Portico Technical Support.8.1 Dial-Up ModemsDial-up modems are usually described by the speeds at which they will operate. These are usually givenin the form of CCITT 'V' numbers - some examples are given below:V21 300 baudV22 1200 baudV22bis 2400 baudV32 9600 baudV32bis 14400 baudV34 28800 baudNoteV22bis and faster dial-up devices will fall back to a slower speed if they encounter a bad line. AsPAC Portico equipment operates at a fixed baud rate, this will usually result in a communicationsfailure. The system will attempt to dial-up again and perhaps get a better quality line. This problemcan be overcome for most makes of dial-up device by programming using terminal emulationsoftware.Under most circumstances a V32, 9600 baud, dial-up device should be suitable.Usually the faster the dial-up device the more it costs, but it is on-line for a shorter period of time. For usewith PAC Portico equipment, you should select a dial-up device that gives the best price/performance. Abusy site with many transactions and updates will require a faster dial-up device, a quiet site not updatedvery often will require a lower performance device.The dial-up device at the CNC should always match the highest performance dial-up device on theremote sites. For instance, you may have a 9600 baud dial-up device on a busy site and three 1200 bauddial-up devices on three quieter sites. In this case, you should have a 9600 baud dial-up device at theCNC. A dial-up device will usually support all speeds up to its own maximum.Please consult PAC Portico Technical Support for the latest information on recommended dial-up devicesand other communications equipment.8.2 Black Box Non-Powered Short Haul Modem - SHM-NPRA pair of these devices will extend the distance that you can send the RS-232 signal from 50ft/15m to12miles/20km, depending on the baud rate used (see Section 8.2.2). These devices should be used withyour own twisted-pair cable.The devices may be used:•Between the CNC and door controller.•Between the CNC and a Black Box Code Operated Switch (COS).•Between a Black Box COS and a door controller.8.2.1 DescriptionThese short haul modems are small devices that take their power from the RS-232 line itself. They allowcommunications over distances between 0 and 12miles/20km depending on the speed ofcommunications.NoteThese devices are not suitable for connection to leased lines.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 39Each unit has a small switch labeled DCE/DTE on its side, this should be set to DCE.These units are available with either a male or female 25-pin connector.8.2.2 DistanceMaximum DistanceBaud Ratemiles km9600 3 52400 4 71200 6 10300 12 208.3 Black Box Line Driver - LD-120MPA pair of these devices, also known as baseband modems, will extend the distance that you can send theRS-232 signal from 50ft/15m to 5miles/8km. These devices are BABT approved for connecting to leasedlines or they may be used with your own twisted-pair cable. Do not attempt to connect one of these devices to the public telephone system.The devices may be used:•Between the CNC and a door controller.•Between the CNC and a Black Box COS.•Between a Black Box COS and a door controller.8.3.1 DescriptionThese short haul modems are mains powered devices that allow communications over distances betweenup to 5miles/8km at speeds up to 9600 baud.8.3.2 DistanceMaximum DistanceBaud Ratemiles kmup to 9600 5 88.4 pIPer Serial Ethernet UnitsThe pIPer units are dial-up devices that can be used instead of modems. For more information, refer tothe document 17407 pIPer Serial Ethernet Unit Installation and Configuration Guide or call PAC TechnicalSupport.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 40 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.9. Appendix C - 21512 CNC MKI to MKII Upgrade Kit9.1 DescriptionThis kit allows you to upgrade an existing CNC-based installation to use the improved features andperformance of the new CNC, with the minimum of effort and time involved in performing the upgrade.9.1.1 Contents of the KitThe kit consists of a MKII CNC (the power supply is not supplied with this kit - the existing power supplyshould be used) and four cables. These cables should be used to connect the cables that currentlyconnect to the host PC and RS-232 ports of the existing MKI CNC to the new MKII CNC.NoteDo not attempt to use these cables to connect the MKII CNC directly to the host PC, modem, orother RS-232 device - they will not work. They are ‘conversion’ cables.9.2 Installation91. Ensure the PC administration software is running and the CNC display is showing: ** MONITORING **If any updates are displayed for sites, you should make sure they are sent to the door controllers onthose sites first - for sites that communicate via a dial-up modem, you may need to ‘force dial’ the sitefirst.92. Make sure that all the connectors currently plugged into the rear of the CNC are labelled and easilyidentified.93. Make sure the On-Line Transaction display is visible and transactions are being displayed.94. Disconnect the connectors from RS-232 ports 1 to 3 and the six wire bus on the rear of the CNC.95. When no further transactions are being displayed by the PC administration software, log in to the PCadministration software using the supervisor key/card.96. Disconnect the host PC and power supply connectors from the rear of the CNC.97. Ensure the switches on the underside of the MKII CNC are correctly set, see Section 2.2.1. Particularattention should be made to switch 7 - Host PC to CNC Baud Rate which is dependent on theadministration system being used.98. Replace the MKI CNC with the MKII CNC.99. Connect the cable from the power supply to the power supply connector on the MKII CNC. Asequence of messages should be displayed - as described in Section 3.5.1.100. Using one of the conversion cables supplied, connect the 9-way D-type connector to the host PC porton the new CNC and the 25-way D-type connector to the existing CNC to PC cable.NoteDo not attempt to use this cable to connect the new CNC directly to administration PC - it will notcommunicate. It must be used in conjunction with the MKI CNC to PC cable.101. Verify the PC to CNC communications status.102. Initialise the CNC - this process will clear the contents of the CNC memory and send to the CNCinformation about the sites being controlled.103. Once the CNC has been initialised, you should reconnect the six wire bus cable from the doorcontrollers (as previously connected to the MKI CNC - no conversion cable is required). Confirmcommunications are established to the door controllers, check the number of door controllers that arebeing reported as communicating on the main transaction screen.104. Next, you should reconnect any RS-232 sites using the remaining three conversion cables suppliedwith the kit to connect the existing RS-232 leads to the RS-232 ports on the new CNC. These are usedin the same way as the host PC conversion cable - they cannot be used to directly connect the newCNC directly to an RS-232 device, such as a modem.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 41IMPORTANTEnsure that the correct RS-232 cables are connected to the correct RS-232 port on the CNC -the PC administration software uses the RS-232 port number to help identify sites forcommunication purposes.105. Finally, confirm communications with all the RS-232 sites. For sites that communicate via a dial-upmodem, you will need to ‘force dial’ the site first.9.3 Conversion CablesFour MKI to MKII CNC conversion cables are supplied with this kit. The wiring of these cables is shownbelow for information.Supplied: Quantity 4, each 2 metres length.Use 8-core 7/0.2mm2 cable, screened, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.MKI CNC - Existing Cable MKII CNC Host PC/RS-23225 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connector(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)1———— Case (Screen)2———— 23———— 34———— 75———— 87———— 58———— 120 ———— 422 ———— 9
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 42 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.10. Appendix D - Cable Descriptions10.1 Power SupplySupplied: Quantity 1, 6.6ft/2m length.Use 10 core 7/0.2mm2 cable, maximum 6.6ft/2m length.CNC, Power Supply Port Power Supply Unit9 pin female D-type connector 9 pin male D-type connectorRelay 4 1 ———— 1 Relay 4Relay 3 2 ———— 2 Relay 3Relay 2 3 ———— 3 Relay 2Relay 1 4 ———— 4 Relay 1+13.8 V dc 5 ———— 5 +13.8 V dcGND 6 ———— 6GNDGND 7 ———— 7GNDRelay Power 8 ———— 8 Relay PowerGround 9 ———— 9 Ground10.2 Host PCSupplied: Quantity 2, each 6.6ft/2m length. One with 25-way D-type female, one with 9-way D-typefemale at one end. Both have 9-way female D-type at other end.Use 8 core 7/0.2mm2 screened cable, maximum 33ft/10m length.10.2.1 9-way COM PortCNC, Host PC Port PC9 pin female D-type connector 9 pin female D-type connectorRX 2 ——<— 3TXTX 3 ——>— 2RXDTR 4 ——<— 8CTSGND 5 ———— 5GNDDSR 6 ——<— 7RTSRTS 7 ——>— 6DSRCTS 8 ——<— 4DTR(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)10.2.2 25-way COM PortCNC, Host PC Port PC9 pin female D-type connector 25 pin female D-type connectorRX 2 ——<— 2TXTX 3 ——>— 3RXDTR 4 ——>— 5CTSGND 5 ———— 7GNDDSR 6 ——<— 4RTSRTS 7 ——<— 6DSRCTS 8 ——>— 20 DTR(Screen) Case ———— Case (Screen)
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 4310.3 Six Wire BusUse multi-stranded, unscreened, 6-core, 22AWG/0.355mm² alarm or signal cable. If you do use screenedcable, you should reduce the maximum distance allowed by 3 times, i.e. to 1100ft/350m maximum.Total amount of cable not to exceed 3000ft/1000m, and no single length more than 1500ft/500m.10.3.1 CNC to Door ControllerSupplied: Quantity 1, flying lead - 6.6ft/2m length. Flying leads one end.+VAB1AB2USDDSD-VNetwork ControllerUp to 32 Slave Door Controllers +V AB1 AB2 DSD USD -VSIX WIRE BUSSlave Door ControllerRedYellowWhiteGreenBlueBlack 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9Maximum Length: 500mMaximum Total Bus Length: 1000m +V AB1 AB2 DSD USD -VSIX WIRE BUSSlave Door ControllerMaximum Length: 500mFigure 8 CNC to Door Controller Wiring10.3.2 Remote Site Master Door Controller to Slave Door Controller +V AB1 AB2 DSD USD -VSIX WIRE BUS+VAB1AB2USDDSD-V +V AB1 AB2 DSD USD -VSIX WIRE BUSMaster Door Controller Slave Door ControllerUp to 7 Slave Door ControllersRedYellowWhiteGreenBlueBlackMaximum Length: 500mMaximum Total Bus Length: 1000mFigure 9 Remote Site Master to Slave Wiring10.4 RS-232 Ports10.4.1 Cable for Direct Connection to Door ControllerUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.CNC RS-232 Port 1, 2 or 3 Door Controller9 pin female D-type connector 5-way terminal blockTX3 ———— TXRX2 ———— RXGND5 ———— GNDsee Note DTR4see Note CTS8NoteThe CTS signal should always be kept high at the CNC when a site is connected. The best way ofdoing this is to connect the CTS signal (pin 8) to DTR (pin 4).
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 44 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.10.4.2 Cable for Connecting CNC to ModemUse 8-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.Supplied: Quantity 3, each 6.6ft/2m length.CNC, RS-232 Port 1, 2 or 3 Modem9 pin female D-type connector 25 pin male D-type connectorScreen (Case) ———— (Case) Screen AND Pin 1RX 2 ——<—— 3TX RedTX 3 ——>—— 2RXBlueDTR 4 ——>—— 20 DTR OrangeGND 5 ———— 7GNDBrownDSR 6 ——>—— 6 DSR YellowRTS 7 ——>—— 4 RTS GreenCTS 8 ——<—— 5CTSBlacksee Note RI 9 ——<—— 22 RI WhiteNoteRI (pin 9) is only required if dial-back is being used.10.4.3 Cable for Connecting Modem to Door ControllerUse 6-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.Modem Door Controller25 pin male D-type connector 5-way terminal blockRX 2 ——<—— TXTX 3 ——>—— RXGND 7 ———— GNDCTS 5 ——>—— CTSRTS 4 ———— DTRDTR 20 ——<—— DTR10.4.4 Short Haul Modems (SHM-NPR)10.4.4.1 CNC to Short Haul ModemUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.CNC RS-232 Port Short Haul Modem (DCE)9 pin female D-type connector 25 pin male D-type connectorTX 3 —>—— 3RXRX 2 —<—— 2TXGND 5 ———— 7GNDCTS 8see Note DTR 4 ——>— 20 DTR NoteDTR at the short haul modem is used for providing power.
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 4510.4.4.2 Short Haul Modem to Door ControllerUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.Short Haul Modem (DCE) Door Controller25 pin male D-type connector 5-way terminal blockTX 2 —>—— RXRX 3 —<—— TXGND 7 ———— GNDsee Note DTR 20 —<—— DTR NoteDTR at the short haul modem is used for providing power.10.4.4.3 Between Short Haul ModemsUse twin twisted pair, maximum length: speed dependent, see Section 8.2.2.Short Haul Modem (DCE) Short Haul Modem (DCE)screw terminals screw terminalsTXA ——>—— RXATXB ——>—— RXBRXA ——<—— TXARXB ——<—— TXB10.4.5 Connecting RDT to Door ControllerUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.RDT Door Controller9 pin female D-type connector 5-way terminal blockTX 3 ——>—— RXRX 2 ——<—— TXGND 5 ———— GNDCTS 4 ———— DTR10.5 External ReaderSupplied: Quantity 1, flying lead, 8 core screened, 6.6ft/2m length.Refer to documentation supplied with reader for cable specifications.CNC Pin CableWire ColorPAC orKeyPACWiegand Magstripe1 MAG DATA Yellow DATA2 GND Black3 WIEG D0 Green D04 MAG CLK Blue SIG CLK5 WIEG D1 White D16 +5V Red7+13.8V Brown +V +V +V8 GND Orange -V/0V GND -VConnector Case CableScreenCableScreenCableScreenNotes1. : Pins 6 and 7 (+5V and +13.8V dc) are rated at 200mA each.2. The external reader port offers no LED/VCA support.
15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E Central Network Controller Installation GuidePage 46 © 2002 Blick USA, Inc.10.6 LD-120MP Line Drivers10.6.1 CNC to LD-120MPUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.CNC RS-232 Port LD-120MP9 pin male D-type connector 25 pin male D-type connectorRX 3 ——<— 3TXTX 2 ——>— 2RXGND 5 ———— 7GNDCTS 8see Note DTR 4NoteThe CTS signal should always be kept high at the CNC when a site is connected. This should bedone by connecting the CTS signal (pin 8) to DTR (pin 4).10.6.2 LD-120MP to Door ControllerUse 4-core 24AWG/0.22mm² screened signal cable, maximum length: 50ft/15m.LD-120MP Door Controller25 pin male D-type connector 5-way terminal blockRX 2 —<—— TXTX 3 —>—— RXGND 7 ———— GND10.6.3 Between LD-120MPsUse twin twisted pair, maximum length: speed dependent, see Section 8.3.2.LD-120MP LD-120MPscrew terminals screw terminals1———— 42———— 33———— 24———— 1
Central Network Controller Installation Guide 15162 Ver 2.8 DRAFT E© 2002 Blick USA, Inc. Page 4711. Appendix E - COS-4/8 Data SwitchesAn alternative arrangement to using the six wire bus at a remote site is to use a Black Box Code OperatedSwitch (COS). This device, available in 4-port or 8-port versions, switches control between the CNC andup to 4 or 8 door controllers. Each door controller should be configured as a slave, system type 3.The COS may be connected directly to the CNC, or via a dial-up modem. Connections from the COS tothe door controllers may use line drivers or other directly communicating devices, see Section 5.1.NoteIt is not possible to use dial-back when using a COS.This configuration is only used where it is not practical to run a new cable for the six wire bus betweendoor controllers on a site or where the distances involved exceed those permitted by the six wire bus.NoteIf the first door controller on a site is a PAC Portico 2000N and it is required to add further doorcontrollers to the site, it is recommended that this is upgraded to a PAC Portico 2100 (via upgradekit, part number 21720) instead of using a COS, wherever practical. A PAC Portico 2100 with alocal six wire bus to additional slave controllers will give a greatly enhanced performance overusing a COS.Connecting and Configuring the COSThe COS is a complex piece of communications equipment - the design and specification of which variesfrom time to time.For this reason, you should contact PAC Portico Technical Support for information regarding wiring andconfiguration of the COS if you intend to use one. The relevant information will be made available to youonce the exact COS specification has been established.
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