Mounting Instructions; Connecting To A Network - Alarm Lock AL-IME2 Installation Instructions Manual

 Gateways should be mounted in elevated areas;
however mounting in a drop ceiling can adversely
affect signal strength
 Preferred mounting position = 6 to 12" below
standard 8-9 foot ceiling
 Gateways must be mounted vertically; horizontal
"flat" mounting should be specifically avoided
 Although wood and wallboard construction can have
little effect upon signal strength, concrete or brick
can reduce signal strength by up to 35%. Steel-
reinforced concrete or metal lath and plaster can re-
duce signal strength as much as 90%!
 Do NOT mount close to electrical wiring or other
metal obstructions such as pipes or conduits
 Installing in computer closets or server rooms can
negatively impact signal strength
Helpful Tips
 In difficult installations wherein signal problems
exist, the use of (multiple) AL-IME2-EXP Expand-
ers throughout the premises is recommended. AL-
IME2-EXP Expanders extend the coverage area
of version 2 Gateways, allowing control of up to its
rated maximum of 63 locks. Up to 7 Expanders
can be added to one version 2 Gateway. For more
information, see WI2156.
 We recommend obtaining or creating a layout of
your intended system identifying all proposed in-
stallation locations, also noting building construc-
tion materials to assist in determining optimal
Gateway installation locations
IMPORTANT: If you plan to use AL-IME2-EXP Ex-
panders with your Gateway, be sure to read the
"EXPANDER GROUP" DIALS section on page 3
before powering your Gateway.
The above guidelines and tips should be followed for
each additional Gateway added to the system.

MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS

The AL-IME2 rear housing must be mounted " up"
as shown on the page 7 template; i.e. when the front
housing is attached, its engraved Networx logo must
be located at the lower right with the front housing po-
sitioned "up" in a conventional manner (the unit con-
tains internal antennas that must be positioned verti-
cally). Horizontal "flat" mounting of the enclosure is to
be specifically avoided.
Mount as follows:
1. Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the slots at
the bottom and twist while applying inward pressure
(see Fig. 1; insert the screwdriver closer to the edg-
es of the unit, as shown in the Fig. 1 "inset" image).
2
Fig. 1: To separate rear housing from cover
(Inset: Insert flat-head screwdriver closer to the edges of the unit)
2. Using the rear housing as a mounting template, se-
cure the unit to a wall or other flat surface using the
hardware provided (see page 7 for printed tem-
plate).
Shown in Fig. 2, the rear housing includes two
mounting holes for single-gang (A) and four mount-
ing holes for double-gang (B) electrical utility boxes,
as well as four all-purpose holes (C) for mounting to
drywall or other surfaces (use minimum #6 screws
suitable for the surface).
C
C
Fig. 2: Rear housing mounting holes for single-gang (A) and
double-gang (B) electrical boxes, and four all-purpose holes (C)

CONNECTING TO A NETWORK

Connect RJ-45 cable to the network, and apply power
via the class 2 VAC transformer. Upon connection,
the Gateway automatically begins searching for a valid
IP address from the network (see the POWER UP
section on page 4).
IMPORTANT: Gateways can ONLY be discovered
by DL-Windows when the PC running DL-Windows is
on the same subnet as the Gateway. Refer to Subnet
section for more information.
The following sub-sections refer to
the DL-Windows software, therefore
the following terminology may be
better understood by referencing
OI383 (included with your Gateway).
(Inset image)
B A B C
C
B A B