Chamberlain EL Series Programming Manual page 24

Configuring "YOUR" Unit:
There are 3 sample configurations on pages 26 and 27 to help you understand the 4 step process needed
to setup YOUR external access control devices.
Step 1
Set Each Relay Mode for the Appropriate Response: There are 4 different relay modes (Previous
Page). The relay mode determines what the relay will control (a door, alarm, etc.). See next page.
Step 2
Set Each Relay's Strike Time: The relay time determines the amount of time the relay remains
activated. For example, when a strike relay activates to unlock a door, the relay activation time
determines how long the door will remain unlocked (next page).
Step 3
Assign Each Door Number to One or More Relays: Defines which relays will activate when a
resident presents a valid access code to an external access control device (next page).
Assign Each External Access Control Device to a Door Number: When a valid access code is
Step 4
entered into a external access control device, the Assigned door's relays will activate (see below).
Step 1 Set Each "Relay Mode" to get the Appropriate Response:
There are 4 different relay modes (see page 22). The Relay Mode determines what the response will be when a
valid access code is entered (open a door, turn on an alarm, turn on a light then turn it off, etc.). Be sure relays are
not activated when changing "Relay Mode" types.
Factory Setting: All Relays are Set at "1 - Strike"
1 Press Then
Enter the Relay Number (1-4). Then (#)
2
3 Enter Relay Mode (1, 2, 4, or 5). Then (#)
1 = Strike - controls a door/gate by unlocking/opening it.
2 = Shunt - bypasses the alarm under normal
circumstances.
EXAMPLE:
Step 2 Set Each Relay's "Activation Time":
This is the amount of time (in seconds) the relay remains activated. This will define the amount of time a door
cycles (unlocks, then re-locks). Be sure relays are not activated when changing relay "Activation Time".
Setting: All Relays are set at 10 seconds.
Press Then
1
Enter the Relay Number (1-4). Then (#)
2
3 Enter Activation Time (1-300 Seconds). Then (#)
EXAMPLE:
1
Assigns Relay "2" as a Shunt Relay
1
When Activated, the Relay Number "4" will activate for "30" seconds.
NOTE: Most gate operators recommend activation of 2 seconds.
IMPORTANT: 1-3 must be performed for
EACH Relay assigned to the unit.
= Alarm - activates another device (siren).
4
= Control - controls another device
5
(on/off light).
2 3
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IMPORTANT: 1-3 must be performed for
EACH Relay assigned to the unit.
2 3
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