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Compact eLink Reader
Installation & User Manual
July 2003
© Copyright 2003, eXI Wireless Systems Inc. All rights reserved.
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Table of Contents
P 1.
Record of Changes ............................................................................ 3
P 2.
Limited Warranty .............................................................................. 4
P 3.
1.
FCC Regulations................................................................................ 4
Introduction ........................................................................................ 6
1.1.
Initializing the Compact eLink Reader System..................................... 7
1.2.
Assigning the Keypad to the Controller .............................................. 8
2.
Installation ......................................................................................... 8
2.1.
Check List Before Installation ........................................................... 8
2.2.
Controller ...................................................................................... 8
2.3.
Wireless Keypad............................................................................. 9
3.
Operation ..........................................................................................10
3.1.
Compact eLink Reader Controller .....................................................10
3.2.
Detection Field Set Up....................................................................12
3.3.
Wireless Keypad............................................................................12
3.4.
Bypassing / Escorting Patients.........................................................13
3.5.
Accepting Alarms ..........................................................................13
3.6.
Tamper Alarm...............................................................................13
3.7.
Tags ............................................................................................13
3.8.
Power Supply................................................................................13
4.
Passwords .........................................................................................14
4.1.
Master Password ...........................................................................14
4.2.
User password ..............................................................................14
4.3.
System Settings............................................................................15
4.4.
Input/Output Connector .................................................................15
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P 1. Record of Changes
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P 2. Limited Warranty
eXI Wireless Systems Inc. (“eXI”) hereby warrants the product(s) accompanying this limited warranty (the
“Product(s)”) to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years (excluding any
batteries that may be added to or used in conjunction with the Products(s)) from the date of delivery of
the original purchase of the Product(s) subject to the limiting conditions set forth below, provided that eXI
has received notification of such defects no later than 30 days after expiration of the applicable warranty
period and provided further that eXI has received a fully completed registration card (below) within 30
days from the date of original purchase of the Product(s).
The responsibility of eXI under this warranty is and shall be limited to repairing or replacing the Product(s)
or any part thereof determined by eXI in its sole discretion to be defective in workmanship or material.
The installation of the Product(s) shall be deemed as acceptance by the original purchaser and any subsequent purchaser of the Product(s) (collectively the “Purchaser”) of the terms set out in this limited warranty including the following further limiting conditions:
(a) eXI shall not be responsible for any repair or replacement of any Product(s) which has been found,
upon inspection, to have been subjected to abuse, misuse or negligence, or any damage attributable to
accident, lightning, power surge, brown-out, leaking, damaged or inoperative batteries or to have been
installed, altered or repaired contrary to factory designated procedures without the prior written consent of
eXI;
(b) It is understood, and the Purchaser agrees further to so inform any user of the Product(s) that the
Product(s) is not, nor can it be, infallible in the detection of wandering patients, the prevention of infant
abduction, the prevention of theft of assets or any other contemplated use of the Product(s). The Purchaser will warn all users and acknowledges on it’s own behalf that it has read and understands
the above-mentioned limitations of the Product(s). The Purchaser further acknowledges that the
Product(s) are solely intended to provide an additional safeguard in notifying staff and accordingly do not
guarantee the prevention of wandering patients or the attempted abduction of an infant or the theft of
assets;
(c) It is further agreed by the Purchaser that the Purchaser has received no additional promises or statements of fact from eXI or its agents relative to the Product(s) upon which the Purchaser might have relied
in purchasing the Product(s);
(d) The warranty set out above excludes and is in lieu of all other express or implied warranties, conditions or obligations, and no person is authorized to give any further representation or warranty or assume
any further obligation on behalf of eXI. Although the Purchaser may have other rights, as they may vary
from State to State or Province to Province, where it is legally possible to do so any statutory warranty is
hereby expressly excluded. The warranty is subject to the domestic laws of Canada and the Purchaser
agrees to attorn to the jurisdiction of the courts of competent jurisdiction in the Province.
(e) eXI shall not be liable for any damages, whether direct or, indirect, incidental, consequential or arising
out of contact or tort with the sole exception of the warranty set out above and any rights expressly created by applicable statute.
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY IN THE USA AND CANADA
P 3. FCC Regulations
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
eXI Wireless Systems
CANADA
Model No.: Compact eLink
Reader
FCC ID: HE7 APC
* This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two rules: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Made in Canada
eXI Wireless Systems
Model No.: Wireless Keypad
FCC ID: HE7 WKP
CANADA
* This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two rules: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Made in Canada
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1. Introduction
The Compact eLink Reader is a detection device usually used as a departure alarm.
Compact eLink Reader detects the presence of eXI wrist or asset transponders within
a prescribed detection zone. Compact eLink Reader may be used to:
• Alert if people or property at risk are near an egress or danger zone.
• Automatically open doors or activate equipment when a tag is present.
• Indicate proximity of any "tagged" item or person.
The system application is defined in Firmware. For example, the device when configured as Assetrac ProtecPoint system controller, will identify only Asset Tags as
valid.
The Compact eLink Reader is simple to install and uses eXI's high reliability RFID
(Radio Frequency Identification) protocols to ensure accurate detection. A tag is
sensed when it enters a detection field that is set up around the eXI Compact eLink
Reader Controller. This system uses an optional wireless keypad to control bypass
functions, accepting alarms and changing passwords. The Compact eLink Reader is
a valued priced system designed to be used as a stand alone or networked system to
protect smaller perimeters.
Various features are built in the Compact eLink Reader System to accommodate a
variety of applications with minimum supervision.
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Adjustable detection range (3’-12’)
Bypass alarms
Audio and visual alarm indication
1 Master password
2 Users passwords
Remote Wireless Keypad (Optional)
Light weight Wrist Tag with a 3-year pro-rated warranty
Asset Tag with 3 year pro-rated warranty
Auxiliary Port: 1set of NO / NC relay contacts
Compact eLink Reader in a ‘Patient Tracking’ application, is designed to assist staff in
providing a higher degree of safety for patients. It is not intended as the sole
means of protection in preventing a wanderer or infant from leaving the
premises. Regular checks to verify that your Compact eLink Reader system is operational is highly recommended.
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1.1. Initializing the Compact eLink Reader System
The Compact eLink Reader System may be installed without a Wireless Keypad.
In this simplest of configurations, a switch may be connected at the 10 pin I/0
plug between pin 5 and signal ground to bypass alarms. The remainder of this
manual assumes the configuration includes one or more Wireless Keypads. “Controller” and “Reader” will be used hereafter in reference in place of “Compact
eLink Reader”.
The Controller is powered from a 12Vdc source. This may be a UL/CSA listed
AC/DC adapter at 300 maDC minimum. The supply may be wired through the 10
pin I/O connector or the DC 2.l mm Power jack. If the 2.1 mm power jack is
used, the center pin is positive.
When a Wireless Keypad is included in the installation it must be configured to
communicate with the controller. The following procedure initiates the keypad
for the reader:
1. Plug in the 12 VDC power source.
2. Preset the rotary switch SW1 on the controller to match the keypad (position 0-7).
3. Type Master password (9876- Factory Default) on keypad and then
press the ‘Enter’ key. (The green bypass led should blink on the keypad)
4. Type number (1) on the keypad.
5. Press ‘Enter’ key.
6. Press ‘Clear’ key. (Hear a short beep)
7. Type Master password (9876 - Factory Default) on keypad and then
press the ‘Enter key’.
8. Enter number (1) on keypad and press the ‘Enter’ key.
9. Type in a 4-digit code ”XXXX” and press the ‘Enter’ key. (Hear 2 short
beeps)
The controller should now be configured to communicate with the keypad.
To confirm, retype the 4-digit code on keypad and press ‘Enter’ key.
You should hear an alarm accompanied by alternating red and the yellow LEDs.
If no alarm, then repeat the configuration process, ensuring that the keys are
pressed properly each time you enter a number.
After the controller has been configured, each time that you enter the 4-digit
code, a low tone alarm should go off and you should see alternating red and yellow LEDs on the controller.
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1.2. Assigning the Keypad to the Controller
The Keypad can only communicate to the Controller if they both have the same
ID number. Each Keypad and Controller comes with 8-position rotary switch,
which is used to set this ID number. Multiple Controllers could be programmed to
respond to the same Keypad or multiple Keypads could be used to send commands to the same Controller (their ID settings should be the same). When a
Keypad and Controller are shipped from the factory, they all have ID number set
to ‘2’ so every Keypad can communicate with every Controller. The installer
needs to change this only if multiple Controllers and Keypads interfere with each
other.
Rotary Switch found on the back of the Wireless Keypad and the Controller.
2. Installation
2.1. Check List Before Installation
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Rotary Switch Settings are the same on the keypad and controller.
(See Back View of Controller pg. 10 and Keypad pg.11)
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Detection Field is set up to desired range. (See Back View of Controller pg.10)
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Verify communication distance between keypad and controller.
(Enter the bypass code at the keypad ensuring the controller receives the signal)
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Base plate of the keypad is mounted with the magnet at the upper right corner.
(See Back View of Keypad pg.11)
2.2. Controller
The best position for the Controller to be installed is above the door (best field
coverage). A wall mounting bracket is supplied. The controller is attached to the
wall bracket by two 6-32 Torx head machine screws. Remove the screws and
mount the bracket using suitable wall mount hardware. Locate the controller at
least 18” away from any metal objects that may cause interference to the internal transmit & receive antenna in the controller.
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2.3. Wireless Keypad
The base plate of the keypad is mounted to the wall with 4 screws. Make sure
that the magnet on the back of the base plate is at the upper right corner. The
keypad face plate simply snaps onto this base plate. The best position to mount
the keypad is usually 8’-12’ away from the protected doorway.
The Wireless Keypad can be mounted inside or outside the detection field of the
controller. When it is mounted inside the detection field, the alarm will sound as a
patient is brought into the detection field. The alarm is silenced once the bypass
code is entered into the keypad.
If the keypad is mounted outside the detection field no alarm will sound when the
bypass is activated.
WALL
BASE
PLATE
BEZEL
BACK
PLATE
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3. Operation
3.1. Compact eLink Reader Controller
(Assetrac ProtecPoint configuration shown)
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Front View
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“GREEN LIGHT” indicates the power is on and the system is on standby.
“RED LIGHT” FLASHING indicates an alarm is in progress (tag detected
in range).
“YELLOW LIGHT” & “RED LIGHT” alternately FLASHING indicates the
system is in
BYPASS Mode.
Back View
Side View
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3.2. Detection Field Set Up
The primary considerations here are the field shape and strength. The detection
field has to fill the area in front of the door all the way to the floor so that no tag
can reach the door without being detected.
To set up a field, See System Settings “51” Test Mode (pg.14)
Start by placing the tag at the range you want for the field at the height a tag is
usually going to be found. The tag needs to be detected at least 3’-12’ from the
door. The tag should be placed on a non-metallic surface for testing. You might
want to do a preliminary field setup by holding the controller at the approximate
location you want to install it but be aware that your body could be affecting the
field. The controller should be temporarily placed and the field adjusted for range
using this stationary tag. Since the Tag will be read easier in some orientations
with respect to the controller, it is also necessary to test with the Tag in a variety
of positions.
With the controller and tag in position use the 3 position slide switch on the
back of the controller to set up your field strength.
Holding the tag, slowly pass through all the areas that you need the field to
cover. The device should continue to beep at a steady rate. An uneven rate indicates that the controller is not able to read the tag successfully every time.
After setting up the Detection Field, return back to System Settings “52”
Normal Mode with Fixed Alarm Duration (pg.14)
3.3. Wireless Keypad
The Wireless Keypad has 2 lights to indicate its status:
MAGNET
LITHIUM BATTERY
8 POSITION ROTARY SWITCH
BYPASS (Green)
BATTERY LOW (Red)
Back View
Front View
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BYPASS (Green) Light will flash when the bypass code is entered.
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BATTERY LOW (Red) Light will flash once every 6 seconds when the battery is low on the keypad. Battery has an operating life of 5 years with an
average of 100 keypad entries per day.
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3.4. Bypassing / Escorting Patients
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Bring the tag to the Wireless Keypad mounted 8’12’ away from the protected
doorway
(Alarm will sound if keypad is in the detection zone)
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Enter in the Bypass Code on the Wireless Keypad (alarm will be silenced if
keypad is in the detection zone).
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You have 10 seconds to bring the tag into the detection field or the system
will rearm itself.
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Once the tag is in the detection field you have 90 seconds to move the tag
out of the door way or the system will go into alarm state.
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After the tag has been successfully bypassed the system will rearm itself
within 8 seconds.
3.5. Accepting Alarms
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Attend to alarm location according to the Controller.
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Remove the tag away from the doorway
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Enter in the Bypass Code to accept the alarm
3.6. Tamper Alarm
The keypad is protected with the tamper switch installed at the back to prevent
unauthorized removal. When this switch is released, the keypad sends the message to the Controller signaling tamper alarm and the Controller goes into the
alarm mode. This alarm can be silence by entering the password.
3.7. Tags
These devices are attached to a patient or asset. Tags initiate alarm conditions
when enterred into an area protected by a Controller. The Controller emits a constant field of radio waves, which is picked up by the Tag when in the proximity of
the Controller. The Tag reports its presence to the Controller when it senses this
RF field.
3.8. Power Supply
The Controller is powered by a 12V DC / 300mA external power supply.
The Controller also has a backup battery to provide power for the processor for
30 minutes or until power is restored in case of an emergency where the main
power supply is cut off. During this time the audible alarm is generated at the
controller, which can be muted by the entering the bypass code at the wireless
keypad.
To avoid activation of the external power failure alarm, the battery should be installed after the external power is plugged in.
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The Wireless Keypad is powered by a lithium battery at 3V / 220 mAH. The
battery is designed to last for at least 5 years with average of 100 keypad entries
per day.
When the battery is low on the keypad the “Battery Low” RED light will flash once
every 6 seconds, and the Controller buzzer will give a low tone beep at the same
time.
The battery is easily replaceable by opening the enclosure from the front.
4. Passwords
There are two types of passwords: Master password and User password. Master
password is used to assign or delete User password. User passwords are used to bypass the system.
There is only one Master password and 2 user passwords. All passwords are 4 digit
numbers.
4.1. Master Password
This password is used to change or delete User password or to change itself
(Master password).
To change Master Password:
1. Enter existing Master password
2. Press ‘ENTER’ key
3. Enter existing Master password again
4. Press ‘ENTER’ key
5. Enter new 4 digit Master password (not less then 4 digits)
6. Press ‘ENTER’ key
7. After this the keypad Bypass light will flash 3 times and Controller buzzer
will beep 4 times to
indicate that new Master password is accepted by both, the Keypad and
the Controller.
4.2. User password
This password is used to bypass the system and to silence the alarms.
To change/add User password:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Enter
Press
Enter
Press
Enter
Press
Master Password
‘ENTER’ key
password slot number (1 or 2)
‘ENTER’ key
new 4 digit User password (not less then 4 digits)
‘ENTER’ key
After this the keypad Bypass light will flash 3 times and Controller buzzer will
beep 2 times to indicate that new User password is accepted by both, the Keypad
and the Controller.
To delete User Password:
1. Enter Master Password
2. Press ‘ENTER’ key
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3. Enter password slot number (1 or 2)
4. Press ‘ENTER’ key
5. Press ‘CLEAR’ key
After this the keypad Bypass light will flash 3 times and Controller buzzer will
beep 1 long beep indicate that one of the User passwords is deleted by both, the
Keypad and the Controller.
4.3. System Settings
There are three modes of operation available to the user or installer.
To change the operation mode:
1. Enter Master Password
2. Press ‘ENTER’ key
3. Enter code for mode of operation:
• “51” Test Mode
• “52” Normal Mode with Fixed Alarm Duration
• “53” Normal Mode with Unlimited Alarm Duration
4. Press ‘ENTER’ key
When the code is entered, the Controller will beep a distinctive number times for
each different mode:
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Once for Test Mode
Twice for Fixed Alarm Duration Mode and
Three times for Unlimited Alarm Duration
Test Mode “51”
In this mode the system does not generate any alarms. This mode is used to
setup the field strength and position the controller properly. When a tag is in the
field the controller will beep briefly. Test mode will terminate after 30 seconds if
the controller does not detect a tag in the field.
Normal Mode with fixed alarm duration “52”
This is default operational mode in which the alarm will terminate after 20 seconds the tag is out of the field.
Normal Mode with unlimited alarm duration “53”
In this mode the alarm will not end until the password is entered (system bypassed).
4.4. Input/Output Connector
A 10 pin connector is provided for additional functions:
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P1A
10
10
+ 12Vdc
DC Com/Sig Gnd
Relay NC
Relay COM
Relay NO
Bypass
Door SW
Not Used
DC Com/Sig Gnd
Not Used
WECO 120-A-111/10-CN
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Relay is activated on alarm: Contacts are rated 1.0 A, 30 VDC or 0.5A,
125VAC
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Bypass can be used for manual switch control: a momentary switch closing pin 5 to Sig Gnd will bypass the alarm. Input impedance is 10 kOhm
biased at 5 Vdc
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A switch closure between pin 4 and Sig Gnd will activate the alarm: Input
impedance is 1 kOhm biased at 5Vdc.
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