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PRODUCT MANUAL
P/N: 069.31.113 - English
Version: Ed.2, Rev.1

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  • Page 1 PRODUCT MANUAL P/N: 069.31.113 - English Version: Ed.2, Rev.1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.2 Preparing the installation site ..............6 4.3 Installing the column ................6 4.4 Mounting of arms and covers..............7 4.5 Access to the CATRAX Plus internal components after assembly..... 8 5 INSTALLATION/ASSEMBLY OF OPTIONAL PRODUCTS ......... 9 5.1 Card collection kit with chute ..............9 5.1.1 Connecting the card collection box to the control board .....

  • Page 3: Guidelines

    1 GUIDELINES • Carefully read the instructions contained in this manual before assembling and installing the Catrax Plus turnstile. This will extend the life of the product and will enable you to fully benefit from all its features. • This product was not designed for outdoor use in unprotected areas.
  • Page 4 LEDs/pictogram indicators, as shown below: Customization can be carried out with either a third party supplier or with Digicon (subject to additional quotation). The Catrax Plus is compatible with most technologies currently available. The following...

  • Page 5: Catrax Plus Operating Mechanisms

    4.1 V ISUAL INSPECTION Depending on the customer’s order the CATRAX Plus may include items that are not factory-installed. It is very important to carry out a careful visual inspection of the contents before beginning assembly and installation. Contents should be compared with the checklist provided with the package.

  • Page 6: Preparing The Installation Site

    2. There is an energy source or electric outlet close to where the turnstile will be installed. 4. There is enough room (at least 5 cm) between the rear part of the CATRAX Plus column and the wall. This is important to ensure access to the upper panel and rear cable access panel.

  • Page 7: Mounting Of Arms And Covers

    OUNTING OF ARMS AND COVERS After installing the column, you may proceed with mounting the arms and plastic covers. The details of the arms and top front cover and the instructions for assembly appear in the figure below. Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 8: Access To The Catrax Plus Internal Components After Assembly

    CCESS TO THE LUS INTERNAL COMPONENTS AFTER ASSEMBLY After the CATRAX Plus has been installed and assembled, access to internal components is possible via the rear cover, the front cover, or the column door, using the access keys that come with the equipment.

  • Page 9: Installation/Assembly Of Optional Products

    Product Manual 5 INSTALLATION/ASSEMBLY OF OPTIONAL PRODUCTS Digicon offers several options to enhance access control and facilitate customization. 5.1 C ARD COLLECTION KIT WITH CHUTE The collection kit with chute has a card and badge collection, retention and storage unit, perfect for visitors or temporary users. The kit is composed of a plastic insertion slot, a solenoid-activated retention mechanism and a storage box.

  • Page 10: Connecting The Card Collection Box To The Control Board

    For information on assembling the pictogram kit and on the items that come with the kit see the figure referring to the rear cover on page 7. 5.3 M ECHANICAL COUNTER A five-digit mechanical counter is available as an optional item for your Catrax Plus. Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 11: Electronic Counting Kit

    The device is also capable of counting single pulses (in common with other counters available on the market). The Digicon electronic counter is operated by means of a single button that gives access to all of its functions. Optionally, an additional, key-operated button can be installed on the front panel.
  • Page 12 The counter display must be in total mode for configuration. The procedure is shown below. 3 sec Sensors: The sensors should short the sensor input to the counter’s ground (keys, optical sensors, buttons, relays, etc.). PULSE TURN H TURN A Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 13: Power Supply

    5.5 P OWER SUPPLY This power supply unit was especially projected for the CATRAX Plus. One of the main advantages of this optional item is its input voltage range – between 90 and 250 VAC – and therefore its capability to adapt to the voltage variations that are common in many installation sites.

  • Page 14: Control Board

    Product Manual 5.6 C ONTROL BOARD The CATRAX Plus control board was designed to meet the needs of most of the current access control technologies. The table below describes the functions of controller board connectors. Signal Name/Description INPUTS +Vext1 (enable turn by tension)

  • Page 15: Inputs

    For high voltages, use an external resistor (110 to 220 V). The control board also has inputs for optical sensors (CN6) that monitor turn without mechanical wear, and two optoisolated inputs to release the CATRAX Plus if required. 5.6.2 Outputs The CATRAX Plus board has outputs for return signals, electromagnets, pictogram indicators, card collection box, and audible alarm.
  • Page 16 5.6.2.3 Audible alarm The audible alarm output is activated by an NPN transistor (maximum of 500 mA) whenever the CATRAX Plus: - receives a release signal (two brief beeps); - has not been released and is forced for one second (one-second beeps);...
  • Page 17 Product Manual 5.6.2.4 Connection diagram 5.6.2.5 Pictogram indicators Pictogram indicators are activated by NPN transistors (maximum of 500 mA). On activation, a GND signal is sent through the corresponding output. 5.6.2.6 Pictogram connection diagram Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 18: Control Board Configuration - Dip Switch 1

    PANIC DROP ARM SYSTEM The CATRAX PLUS turnstile is equipped with an electromechanical anti-panic drop-arm system. This mechanism is composed of a mechanical assembly activated by a high- performance solenoid that keeps the arm raised during normal operation. In the event...

  • Page 19: Electrical Connections

    6 V 2 seconds after the turnstile is connected to the power supply. Once the arm is dropped, it must be rearmed manually. 5.7.1 Electrical connections The arm is deactivated by shorting the GND and LIB inputs, as shown in the following diagram. Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 20: Mounting Of Arms

    (at least once a month). We suggest that the card provided with the turnstile be used to record inspections made. For each inspection the date and name and signature of the technician should be completed. If the mechanism shows Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    • place the arm in the horizontal position; • power off the turnstile; • check if the arm drops (if the arm does not drop, contact your reseller or Digicon); • power on the turnstile; • raise the arm to its horizontal position (the arm should remain in the horizontal position by itself;...
  • Page 22 1. If you observe any signs of wear on the teeth, replace the sprocket. 2. If you notice excess backlash between the sprocket and the shaft/cotter pin assembly, replace the sprocket or the cotter pin. To change the cotter pin, use a pulley puller. Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Product Manual 6.2 T ROUBLESHOOTING Defect Possible cause Action • CATRAX Plus will not • Power supply cable is not connected • Verify wires and fuse (fuse: 3 turn on properly. • Power supply fuse is burnt. • CATRAX Plus is locked •...

  • Page 24: Technical Characteristics

    Product Manual 7 TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS Dimensions Fully assembled: Rear cover and plate Front cover and plate Tilted cover Internal drawer mount Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...

  • Page 25: Warranty And Technical Assistance

    8 WARRANTY AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE Digicon is responsible for the good quality of the project, labor and materials used in the manufacturing of its products, ensuring the equipment and all its parts to be free from defects as well as material or manufacturing imperfections. Digicon commits itself to replace or repair any part or equipment that presents manufacturing defects, under its exclusive criteria, in its Gravataí...
  • Page 26 Product Manual 6. Digicon will not be responsible for any damage that may occur in case the equipment is inactivated. 7. Repair of the equipment under warranty will be made at Digicon. Visit our website: www.digicon.com.br...
  • Page 27 Copyright: Digicon S.A. Controle Eletrônico para Mecânica, 2002. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be copied, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any human or computer language without expressed written permission by Digicon S.A.

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