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Rosslare AC-F Series Installation And Programming Manual

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  • Page 1 AC-F/G4x Series Outdoor Backlit Standalone Controllers Installation and Programming Manual Models: AC-F43 AC-F44 AC-G43 AC-G44...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2018 by Rosslare. All rights reserved. This manual and the information contained herein are proprietary to ROSSLARE ENTERPRISES LIMITED and/or its related companies and/or subsidiaries’ (hereafter: "ROSSLARE"). Only ROSSLARE and its customers have the right to use the information.
  • Page 3 ROSSLARE. ROSSLARE reserves the right to revise and change this document at any time, without being obliged to announce such revisions or changes beforehand or after the fact.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction ............. 11 Controller Types ..................11 Box Content ....................12 Ancillary Equipment ................12 Technical Specifications ..........14 Installation .............. 16 Mounting ....................16 Wiring ......................18 Operation ..............23 Modes of Operation ................23 4.1.1 Normal Mode ....................
  • Page 5 Table of Contents 4.3.4 From Bypass to Normal Mode .............. 27 Auxiliary Input and Output ..............28 REX Function ..................... 28 Tamper Feature ..................29 Lockout Feature (Keypad/Card Tamper) ........29 BL-D40 External Sounder ..............30 Programming ............31 Entering the Programming Mode ............ 33 Exiting the Programming Mode ............
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 5.9.6 Auxiliary Mode 5 ..................47 5.9.7 Auxiliary Mode 6 ..................48 5.9.8 Auxiliary Mode 7 ..................48 5.9.9 Auxiliary Mode 8 ..................49 5.9.10 Auxiliary Mode 9 ..................50 5.10 Setting the Lockout Feature ............... 50 5.11 Setting the Backlight Behavior ............
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 5.17 Replacing a Normal/Secure Code ............ 66 Declaration of Conformity ......... 67 Limited Warranty ............68 AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...
  • Page 8 List of Figures List of Figures Figure 1: Drilling Holes Identification ................ 17 Figure 2: Wiring Diagram for Lock Strike Relay and REX ........20 Figure 3: Wiring Diagram for Auxiliary Input & Output ........21 Figure 4: Wiring Diagram for the BL-D40 External Sounder ......22 AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...
  • Page 9 List of Tables List of Tables Table 1: Wiring Color Guide ..................18 Table 2: Programming Menus..................31 Table 3: Quick Reference Guide for Auxiliary Mode Setting ......43 viii AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...
  • Page 10  applicable, is subject to the terms of the license provided as part of the purchase documents. ROSSLARE exclusive warranty and liability is limited to the warranty  and liability statement provided in an appendix at the end of this document.
  • Page 11 Introduction All data contained herein subject to change without prior notice.  In no event shall manufacturer be liable for any special, direct,  indirect, incidental, consequential, exemplary or punitive damages (including, without limitation, any and all damages from business interruption, loss of profits or revenue, cost of capital or loss of use of any property or capital or injury).

  • Page 12: Introduction

    Introduction Introduction The AC-F4x series and AC-G4x series access control units are waterproof standalone controllers. All the units are suitable for both indoor and outdoor mounting. The unit(s) accepts up to 500 users and allows entry via a personal identification number (PIN) and/or by presenting a proximity card.

  • Page 13: Box Content

    Introduction Box Content Before beginning, verify that all of the following is in the box. If anything is missing please report the discrepancy to your nearest Rosslare Office. One unit  Installation kit  1 drilling template (label/sticker)  ...
  • Page 14 Introduction BL-D40 external sounder (optional) – provides siren, bell, and  chime. Magnetic contact (optional) – installed for door monitor  capabilities. Other Rosslare accessories can be found at Rosslare's website: www.rosslaresecurity.com AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 15: Technical Specifications

    Technical Specifications Technical Specifications AC-F43 AC-F44 AC-G43 AC-G44 Input 12 to 24 VDC Voltage 16 to 24 VAC Maximum Input Current 125 mA 160 mA 125 mA 160 mA (12 VDC) Standby Input Current 75 mA 95 mA 75 mA 95 mA (12 VDC) Maximum Relay Current...
  • Page 16 (5.3 x 1.7 x 1.1 in.) Weight 244 g (8.6 oz) 178 g (6.3 oz) * Measured using a Rosslare proximity card or equivalent. Range also depends on electrical environment and proximity to metal. AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 17: Installation

    Installation Installation Installation of an RFID reader adjacent to metallic surfaces might alter the reader’s specifications. To diminish this interference, use a plastic spacer when mounting the reader. Mounting Prior to starting, select the location where the controller unit is to be mounted.

  • Page 18: Figure 1: Drilling Holes Identification

    Installation Figure 1: Drilling Holes Identification 5. Drill an additional 10-mm ( ”) hole for the cable. When installing the reader on a metallic surface, cover the inside of the hole with a grommet or electrical tape. 6. Insert the unit’s cable wire into the cable hole and wire the unit as described in Section 3.2.

  • Page 19: Wiring

    Installation Wiring The unit is supplied with a 10-conductor 100-cm (40-in.) pigtail (18-AWG cable) with exposed wires coated with solder. To wire the controller: 1. Select the appropriate connections according to Table 1. Table 1: Wiring Color Guide Color Description V input Black Ground...
  • Page 20 Installation 3. Splice the controller pigtail wires to the corresponding ancillary devices and insulate each connection, including unused wires. Refer to the wiring diagrams, depending on the desired application: Wiring the lock strike relay and REX (Figure 2)   Wiring for auxiliary input and output (Figure 3) Wiring for the BL-D40 external sounder (Figure 4) ...

  • Page 21: Figure 2: Wiring Diagram For Lock Strike Relay And Rex

    Installation Figure 2: Wiring Diagram for Lock Strike Relay and REX AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 22: Figure 3: Wiring Diagram For Auxiliary Input & Output

    Installation Figure 3: Wiring Diagram for Auxiliary Input & Output AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 23: Figure 4: Wiring Diagram For The Bl-D40 External Sounder

    Installation Figure 4: Wiring Diagram for the BL-D40 External Sounder AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 24: Operation

    Operation Operation • In the Operation chapter, “code” refers to a PIN code or proximity card depending on the unit you have. • Memory slots can be a proximity card or PIN code depending on the unit you have. Modes of Operation In case of power failure, once the power is restored, the controller returns to Normal mode for security reasons.

  • Page 25: Bypass Mode

    Operation green for 10 seconds, during which the Secondary code must be entered. A Master user only needs to present the code once to gain entry. 4.1.3 Bypass Mode The left LED is orange. Orange In Bypass mode, access to the premises is dependent on whether the controller's Lock Strike Relay is programmed for Fail Safe Operation or Fail Secure Operation.
  • Page 26 Operation A normal user only has a primary code and is granted access only when the controller is in its Normal or Bypass mode. Secure  A Secure user must have a Primary and Secondary code assigned, and the two codes must not be the same. The Secure user can gain access in any mode of operation.

  • Page 27: Switching Operational Modes

    Operation Switching Operational Modes The three modes of operation defined above can be changed through a few steps. 4.3.1 From Normal to Secure Mode The default factory setting for the normal/secure code is 3838. To change from Normal to Secure mode: 1.

  • Page 28: From Normal To Bypass Mode

    Operation 2. Press # to confirm the mode change. The left LED stops flashing. Green The auxiliary input of the controller can also be used to switch the mode of operation from secure to normal and vice versa, if the auxiliary input is selected it de-activates the Norma/Secure mode code (see Section 5.9).

  • Page 29: Auxiliary Input And Output

    Operation 2. Press # to confirm the mode change. The left LED stops flashing. Green Auxiliary Input and Output For optimum usability in different applications, the controller’s auxiliary input and output can be configured in 10 different modes of operation (see Section 5.9). REX Function The REX button is located within the premises and is used to open the door from the inside.

  • Page 30: Tamper Feature

    Operation From the moment the REX button is pressed, the door is unlocked until the REX button is released. In this case, the Lock Strike relay only begins its countdown once the REX button is released. This feature is designed to keep the door open, when used in conjunction with fire systems.

  • Page 31: Bl-D40 External Sounder

    (opened or removed from the wall). The length of the siren can also be programmed in the controller. The controller communicates with the BL-D40 via a Rosslare proprietary protocol. If the BL-D40 receives an unrecognized code over its communication line or communications between the controller and the BL-D40 are severed, the strobe flashes repeatedly, until the communication problem has been resolved.

  • Page 32: Programming

    Programming Programming • In the Programming chapter, “code” refers to a PIN code or proximity card depending on the unit you have. • When entering a PIN or presenting a proximity card is mentioned, the meaning may vary between units. Programming is done solely via the unit’s keypad driven Programming Menu System.
  • Page 33 Programming Menu Description Default Section Digits Digits Digits Digits code Change Normal/Bypass code Change Door Release 0004 time Define auxiliary 2004 inputs/outputs Set Lockout Feature 4000 5.10 Backlight and LED 5100 5.11 Behavior Enroll proximity cards, 5.12 PIN or both Delete proximity cards or 5.13 Code assignment with...

  • Page 34: Entering The Programming Mode

    Programming Entering the Programming Mode • The controller must be in Normal mode to enter the programming mode. • The factory default 4-digit programming code is 1234. • If a Programming code is not entered within 5 seconds, the controller returns to Normal mode. To enter Programming mode: 1.

  • Page 35: Changing The Open Code

    Programming You hear 3 beeps. The left LED turns green and the right LED Green turns off. Wrong entries reset the controller back to Normal mode. While in Programming mode, if no key is pressed for one minute, the unit exits Programming mode and returns to Normal mode.
  • Page 36 Programming To change the Open code: 1. Enter Programming mode. Green 2. Press 1 to enter Menu 1. The left LED turns red. Red Green 3. Enter the new 4-digit Open code. You hear three beeps. Green The system returns to Normal mode. AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...

  • Page 37: Changing The Auxiliary Code

    Programming Changing the Auxiliary Code The Auxiliary code is mainly used as a method to quickly test the Auxiliary relay during installation. For security reasons, when the first user is added to the controller or the open code is changed, the default auxiliary code is automatically deleted;...

  • Page 38: Changing The Programming Code

    Programming Changing the Programming Code • The Programming code cannot be erased; the code 0000 is invalid and does not erase the Programming code. • The factory default 4-digit Programming code is 1234. To change the Programming code: 1. Enter Programming mode. Green 2.

  • Page 39: Changing The Normal/Secure Code

    Programming Changing the Normal/Secure Code • When the Auxiliary mode is 1, 2, 3 or 4, the auxiliary input takes priority over the Normal/Secure code. • Code 0000 erases and deactivates the Normal/Secure code. To change the Normal/Secure code: 1. Enter Programming mode. Green 2.
  • Page 40 Programming 2. Press 5 to enter Menu 5. The left LED flashes orange. Orange Green 3. There are four different ways to program the Normal/Bypass code and door chime: Disable both Bypass code and the door chime. Enter the code 0000. Disable Bypass code and enable the door chime.

  • Page 41: Setting Fail Safe/Secure Operation

    Programming Setting Fail Safe/Secure Operation In this paragraph, the failsafe/fail secure operation of the door lock and the Door Lock Strike Release time are set. Setting the sounding period for the siren feature requires a BL-D40 external sounder. To set the Fail Safe/Secure Operation, Tamper Siren and Lock Strike Release Time: 1.

  • Page 42: Setting Auxiliary Modes

    Programming For example, 0312 means a Fail Secure Operation consisting of a 3-minute siren and a 12-second Lock Strike release time. You hear three beeps. Green The system returns to Normal mode. Setting Auxiliary Modes The default auxiliary setting is 2004. Auxiliary Relay activation is subject to the user’s Auxiliary code assignment (excluding Shunt, which is activated by all users).
  • Page 43 Programming 3. Construct a code using the following instructions: Second digit (Auxiliary Mode)  In addition to the Lock Strike Relay and Lock Strike REX, the unit features an Auxiliary Input. The Auxiliary mode defines the function of the Auxiliary Input. Third and fourth digits (Auxiliary Setting) ...
  • Page 44 Programming Table 3: Quick Reference Guide for Auxiliary Mode Setting Auxiliary Auxiliary Auxiliary Auxiliary Auxiliary Mode Input Output Relay Settings Function Activated (in seconds) AUX REX Valid code or N.O. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay AUX REX Release Time 00 Aux. relay toggle Normal/Secure Valid code...
  • Page 45 Programming Door Monitor Forced door N.C. 01 to 99 Forced delay Door Monitor Door ajar N.C. 01 to 99 Ajar delay LED control – Valid code N.O. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay Green Release time 00 Aux. relay toggle LED control – Valid code N.O.

  • Page 46: Auxiliary Mode 0

    Programming The following subsections describe each Auxiliary mode. 5.9.1 Auxiliary Mode 0 Auxiliary input function: Activates the auxiliary output Auxiliary output activated by: Valid user code, Auxiliary code, Auxiliary input For example, in Auxiliary Mode 0, the controller can function as a two-door controller.

  • Page 47: Auxiliary Mode 2

    Programming controller can be automatically switched from Normal mode (during office hours) to Secure mode (after office hours). 5.9.3 Auxiliary Mode 2 Auxiliary input function: Toggles Normal/Secure modes Auxiliary output activated by: Star Button (*) For example, in Auxiliary Mode 2, the auxiliary relay can function as a general purpose time switch that can be activated when * is pressed.

  • Page 48: Auxiliary Mode 4

    Programming from Normal mode (during office hours) to Secure mode (after office hours). 5.9.5 Auxiliary Mode 4 Auxiliary input function: Toggles Normal/Secure modes Auxiliary output activated by: direct shunt (explanation below) For example, in Auxiliary Mode 4, the controller is capable of bypassing an alarm zone by shunting an alarm system’s door sensor.

  • Page 49: Auxiliary Mode 6

    Programming opens; if the door closes, the auxiliary relay closes. When a valid code is entered, a countdown for maximum Shunt time, as defined by the auxiliary setting, begins; if the door is not closed before the maximum Shunt time, the alarm is triggered. 5.9.7 Auxiliary Mode 6 Auxiliary input function: Door Monitor...

  • Page 50: Auxiliary Mode 8

    Programming on the door. The auxiliary relay is to be wired to the alarm system. If the door is opened, the controller waits for the Door Ajar Delay time to elapse and if the door does not close prior to the end of this period, the controller activates the auxiliary relay.

  • Page 51: Auxiliary Mode 9

    Programming 5.9.10 Auxiliary Mode 9 This mode controls the door indicator (right LED). The right LED is not lit when: • A valid code is entered • While in Secure mode when waiting for Secondary code. Auxiliary input function: Red LED control Auxiliary output activated by: Valid user code, Auxiliary code For example, in Auxiliary Mode 9, the controller can function as a 2-door controller and also provide LED indicator functionality...
  • Page 52 Programming red, and the controller beeps every two seconds. The default setting for the Lockout Feature is 4000 (Lockout Disabled). Using the lockout feature is highly recommended, especially when selecting to use short PIN code length (4 or 5 digits). To define the Lockout feature: 1.

  • Page 53: Setting The Backlight Behavior

    Programming 5.11 Setting the Backlight Behavior The controller allows you to define the way the unit’s backlight works. To set the backlight behavior: 1. Enter Programming mode. Green Press 6 to enter Menu 6. The left LED flashes green. Green Green 3.

  • Page 54: Enrolling Primary And Secondary Codes

    Programming 5.12 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes 5.12.1 Primary Codes Definition Primary codes can only be enrolled to an empty user slot, a  slot with no existing Primary code in the controller’s memory. A Primary code must be unique; for instance, one user’s ...

  • Page 55: 5.12.3 Enrolling Methods

    Programming A Secondary code can be the same as the primary code of  any user. 5.12.3 Enrolling Methods There are two methods used to enroll primary and secondary codes: the standard method and the code search method. The Standard Method is used when the user slot number, for ...
  • Page 56 Programming For example, User Slot 003 represents User #3. If the selected slot has no Primary code, the left LED flashes green, indicating that Gree Orange the controller is ready to accept a Primary code. If the selected slot already has a Primary code but no Secondary code, the left LED Red Orange flashes red, indicating that the controller is...
  • Page 57 Programming If the PIN or user card presented is valid, the left LED stops flashing and the controller is ready for you to enter the next 3-digit slot number (refer to Step 3) for the slot to which you want to assign a code. 5.
  • Page 58 Programming The controller is now waiting for the Primary code of the user to whom you want to add a Secondary code. 4. Perform one of the following: Enter the PIN code belonging to the user for whom you wish to add a Secondary code.

  • Page 59: Deleting Primary And Secondary Codes

    Programming 5.13 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes There are two methods to delete Primary and Secondary codes: a standard method and a search method. When deleting a user slot, both the primary code and the secondary code are erased. It is recommended that a record be kept of added and deleted users.

  • Page 60: Deleting Primary And Secondary Codes Using The Code Search Method

    Programming If the user slot is empty, you hear a long beep and the unit returns to Normal mode. 4. Enter your 4-digit Programming code to confirm the deletion. If the Programming code is valid, three beeps are heard and the controller returns to Normal mode.

  • Page 61: Relay Codes Assignment

    Programming 8. Perform one of the following: Enter the PIN code of the Primary code  belonging to the user you want to delete.  Present the user card of the Primary code belonging to the user you want to delete. The left LED flashes red.

  • Page 62: Relay Code Assignment Using Standard Method

    Programming There are two methods to assign relay codes to users: a standard method and a search method. 5.14.1 Relay Code Assignment using Standard Method To assign the relay code using Standard method: 1. Enter Programming mode. Green 2. Press 9 to enter Menu 9. The left LED turns green and the right LED Green Orange...

  • Page 63: 5.14.2 Relay Code Assignment Using Search Method

    Programming 5. Do one of the following: Press # to move to the next available user slot number.  Enter another 3-digit user slot number.  If you do not wish to continue enrolling codes, press # twice and the controller returns to Normal mode. 5.14.2 Relay Code Assignment using Search Method To assign the relay code using Search method: 1.
  • Page 64 Programming 4. Do one of the following: Enter the PIN code of the Primary code  belonging to the user you want to delete.  Present the user card of the Primary code belonging to the user you want to delete. The left LED flashes green.

  • Page 65: Changing Pin Code Length/Factory Default Settings

    Programming 5.15 Changing PIN Code Length/Factory Default Settings You must be very careful before using this command! Changing the PIN code length also erases the entire memory contents, including all user and special codes, and returns all codes to their factory default settings. To change the PIN code length: 1.

  • Page 66: Replacing A Programming Code

    Programming If the Programming code is invalid, you hear a long beep and the controller returns to Normal mode without erasing the memory contents. 5.16 Replacing a Programming Code The unit must be in Normal mode; otherwise, this does not work.
  • Page 67 Programming 5.17 Replacing a Normal/Secure Code The unit must be in Secure mode; otherwise, this does not work. Make sure that the left LED is red before proceeding. To replace a Normal/Secure code: 1. Remove power from the controller. 2. Press and hold the REX button. 3.
  • Page 68 Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is  subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference.  This device must accept any interference received, including ...
  • Page 69 The full ROSSLARE Limited Warranty Statement is available in the Quick Links section on the ROSSLARE website at www.rosslaresecurity.com. Rosslare considers any use of this product as agreement to the Warranty Terms even if you do not review them. AC-F/G4x Series Installation and Programming Manual...
  • Page 70 Canada Fax: +86 755 8610 6101 Rosslare Security Products, Inc. support.cn@rosslaresecurity.com Southlake, TX, USA Toll Free: +1-866-632-1101 India Local: +1-817-305-0006 Rosslare Electronics India Pvt Ltd. Fax: +1-817-305-0069 Tel/Fax: +91 20 40147830 support.na@rosslaresecurity.com Mobile: +91 9975768824 sales.in@rosslaresecurity.com Europe Rosslare Israel Ltd.
  • Page 71 CERT ISO 9001 ISO 14001 0706-0960101+04...

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