The MACE Smart reader supports Bluetooth and NFC to identify virtual credentials from an iPhone or Android smartphone with the NEDAP MACE app installed.
The cable shield shall be connected with safety ground and the metal case of the external device(s). To be sure of safety, do not modify or add anything to the MACE Smart reader other than mentioned in this installation guide or indicated by NEDAP N.V.
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Install the MACE Smart reader onto the base-plate: Feed the cable through the cable entry hole and place connectors. Attach the top of the MACE Smart reader onto the base-plate. Fix the assembly using the screw on the bottom. Figure 2: MACE installation...
Tamper switch (normally closed) Tamper switch (common) K2-7 POWER SUPPLY The MACE Smart reader requires DC power supply in the range from 12 – 24V. Maximum current consumption is 0.2A @ 12VDC, 0.1A @ 24VDC. Connections: K1-1 Power supply 12 - 24VDC...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Connections 3.2.2 WIEGAND The Wiegand and Magstripe ISO7811/2 (clock & data) interface share the same connections. This means that only Wiegand or Magstripe can be used and not both simultaneously. Wiegand connections: K2-5 K2-4 K2-3...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Connections 3.2.3 MAGSTRIPE ISO7811/2 The Magstripe ISO78122/2 (clock & data) and Wiegand interface share the same connections. This means that only Wiegand or Magstripe can be used and not both simultaneously. Magstripe connections: K2-5 K2-4...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Connections LED CONTROL The built-in high intensity LED provides visual feedback that the tag has been read or authorized. The LED and buzzer can be controlled by the access control system. Automatic mode: Default the MACE reader will automatically control the LED.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Connections OUTPUTS The MACE reader has 2 digital outputs. The function of the digital outputs is dependent upon the installed firmware version. See below. STANDARD firmware: The outputs are used for Wiegand or Magstripe communication. See respectively chapters 3.2.2 and 3.2.3...
+24 VDC The tamper contact status is reported through OSDP_LSTATR event messages. NEDAP ANTENNA INTERFACE The Nedap antenna interface is used to connect the MACE reader to a TCC270 or to NEDAP AEOS access control hardware (e.g. AP1001) . Connections: K1-6 Nedap antenna interface.
It’s always a good practice to save the configuration into a file for future reference or when requesting technical assistance from Nedap or its business partners. CONFIG SOFTWARE The MaceConfigTool software allows to configure all settings for the MACE reader.
The options menu gives access to various MACE reader configuration options. 4.2.1 USER MODE Select user mode Simple or Advanced to adjust the user interface. User mode Nedap is intended to be used only when recommended by Nedap. Password is mace.
DESFire cards or the MACE UID64. Enable or disable 'Allow reading ID-numbers without customer code'. Heater This setting is not used because the MACE Smart reader doesn't have a heater unit. ID-source values The MACE reader indicates on which source there was an identification. These ID- source identifier values are configurable by clicking on the link.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration 4.3.2 LED/BUZZER LED and buzzer mode * Automatic MACE reader will automatically set the LED color and optionally beep upon identification. The LED color upon identification and during idle can be configured. Remote (follow digital inputs) The connected access control panel may control the LED and buzzer using the digital inputs.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration READER SETTINGS 4.4.1 BLE The MACE Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) reader is a single mode Bluetooth Smart reader that complies with the Bluetooth Core specification 4.1. The Bluetooth reader implements the peripheral role.
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MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration The TX power and TX correction added together are sent within the advertisement data. They are used by the MACE app to implement range checking. Set the TX correction to a positive value when the received signal is higher than expected.
Data offset: Authentication NFC authentication should always remain enabled. The key will be diversified to ensure a unique security key per identifier. 4.4.3 QR-CODE These settings are not used because the MACE Smart reader does not have a barcode scanner. 19/34...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration 4.4.4 DESFIRE The MACE Smart reader features also a universal smartcard reader. It also supports reading MIFARE DESFire (EV1) cards. *** Advanced user mode settings; Enable Enable to read custom MIFARE DESFire cards.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration 4.4.5 MIFARE The MACE Smart reader features also a universal smartcard reader. It also supports reading Mifare Classic, Mifare Ultralight and Mifare Plus cards (SL3) cards. *** Advanced user mode settings; Enable Enable to read custom Mifare cards.
Reader configuration 4.4.6 OTHER ID TYPES The MACE Smart reader also support reading different RFID card types based upon 13 MHz. Enable the individual RFID card types as mentioned below. The MACE Smart reader does not support reading PROX-LF (120/125 kHz) cards.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration COMMUNICATION OUTPUT 4.5.1 SERIAL The serial communication output defines the format of the message that is transmitted upon identification. This serial output message format is used on the RS485 interface. See for interface connection details chapter 3.2.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration 4.5.2 WIEGAND/MAGSTRIPE The Wiegand/Magstripe communication output defines the format of the Wiegand/Magstripe message that is transmitted upon identification. Note that if the credential is already programmed in the Wiegand or Magstripe format these settings are not used. The Wiegand/Magstripe output settings are only used for ID-numbers that are not programmed in the Wiegand or Magstripe format.
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MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration Convert BCD to binary Enable to convert the BCD (decimal) ID-number to a binary value. For example ID-number 987 = hex 3DB = b'11 1101 1011'. Note that the conversion may reduce the amount of ID-number bits.
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MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration Magstripe Select Magstripe to configure the Magstripe message output format. Magstripe output message format: <0xB><prefix><id-number><suffix><0xF><LRC> Add start, stop-sentinel and LRC According to the Magstripe ISO7811/2 standard the messages should begin with a start-sentinel (0xB) and finish with an stop-sentinel (0xF) and LRC checksum.
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MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Reader configuration Magstripe configuration example: The configuration shown below will generate a Magstripe message. The ID-number uses the 6 least significant hex digits (right aligned) and they are converted to 8 decimal digits. MACE UID64 B03BF925E6F04D34 ID-number 0xF04D34 = 15.748.404.
4.6.1 FIRMWARE UPDATE When the MaceConfigTool software is connected to a reader, it automatically checks the firmware version of the MACE Smart reader. If necessary the software recommends to perform a firmware update. A recent firmware version has been installed on your computer together with the software.
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Technical Specifications TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical information MACE Smart Operating frequency Bluetooth Low Energy 2.402 – 2.480 GHz NFC & smartcards: 13.56 MHz Dimensions 100 x 50 x 22 mm [ 3.9 x 2 x 0.9 inch ] Weight 75 g [ 0.17 lbs ]...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE FCC AND ISED DECLARATIONS FCC AND ISED DECLARATIONS FCC ID: CGDMACER1 and IC: 1444A-MACER1 FCC (15.19) and ISED Compliance statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and to RSS210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Disclaimer DISCLAIMER This information is furnished for guidance, and with no guarantee as to its accuracy or completeness; its publication conveys no license under any patent or other right, nor does the publisher assume liability for any consequence of its use;...
MACE SMART | INSTALLATION GUIDE Document revision DOCUMENT REVISION Version Date Comment 1.03 2018-01-30 Updated technical specification and product photos 1.02 2017-12-20 Updated technical specification and tamper contact status report (OSDP) 1.01 2017-10-02 Added ISO15693 read multiple blocks 1.00 2017-09-13...
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The cable shield shall be connected with safety ground and the metal case of the external device(s). To be sure of safety, do not modify or add anything to the MACE Smart reader other than mentioned in this installation guide or indicated by NEDAP N.V. CONFIGURATION The MACE Smart reader can be configured easily using the MaceConfigTool software.
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MACE SMART Installation sheet MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS Please follow the next steps to properly mount the MACE Smart reader to a surface. 1. Position the reader Make sure that the reader is positioned such that it is placed correctly covering the cable entry hole and that the screw hole is located at the bottom side of the reader.