Introduction The Zodiac LITE biometric fingerprint reader allows all programming and user management to take place right at the reader, without having to run cables to a PC. Up to 90 user templates can be stored in the reader’s non-volatile memory.
Zodiac Lite Reader & Wiring ZODIAC Lite READER ZODIAC LITE WIRING The left LED indicates authentication and is internally POWER REQUIREMENTS controlled by the reader. +12 VDC, 300 mA The right LED is externally controlled by the host controller. It changes from red to green when the LED CABLE SPECIFICATIONS: line is pulled low.
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MODE DCM MODE: If you are connecting Zodiac Lite to ZDCM board, DIP switch # 1 has to be in ON position. READER MODE: If you are connecting Zodiac Lite to any Access Panel (CP40, SmartLock Pro or any 26-bit access panel), DIP switch # 1 has to be in OFF position.
The right LED on the front of the reader will turn GREEN when the door contact opens and turn when the door contact closes. Page: 6/9 Zodiac LITE Installation Instructions May 2008 Rev 1.5...
Wiring the Zodiac LITE Stand-Alone Kit When you are wiring a Zodiac LITE reader to a Zodiac Door Control Module, the reader must be set to DCM Mode. Refer to the “Wiring” paragraph for more information. Page: 7/9 Zodiac LITE Installation Instructions May 2008 Rev 1.5...
Powering DC electric strikes from a separate external DC Zodiac Door Control Module: power supply: Note: Use 1N400x series diode as shown to suppress “Back EMF” from damaging the controller. Page: 8/9 Zodiac LITE Installation Instructions May 2008 Rev 1.5...
Note: Use 1N400x series diode as shown to prevent “Back EMF” from damaging the controller if the maglock is not equipped with sufficient spike and surge protection. Check the maglock specifications for details. Page: 9/9 Zodiac LITE Installation Instructions May 2008 Rev 1.5...
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