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TELEPHONE ACCESS SYSTEMS
Installation and Operation Manual
TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual
Version 5.4
LT-969
Copyright May 2019
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  • Page 1 TX3 Series TELEPHONE ACCESS SYSTEMS Installation and Operation Manual TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright May 2019...
  • Page 2 Copyright May 2019 Mircom Inc. All rights reserved. TX3 Installation and Operation Manual v.5.4 Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, and Windows 2000/NT/XP/Vista/7/8/10 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Mircom 25 Interchange Way...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction TX3 Systems Features Lobby Control Unit Enclosures Lobby Control Unit Accessories Mounting requirements from the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design About This Manual Warranty and Special Notices Contact Us Enclosure Installation Grounding the Telephone Access System Installing the Enclosures and Lobby Control Unit Installing the Heater Installing TX3-2000-8K-A TX3 System...
  • Page 4 Contents Wiring the TX3-NSL-8M Main Controller Board Updating Firmware Adding Controllers and Accessories Adding a Controller Installing the TX3-P300-HA Card Reader Specifications Resident Operating Instructions NSL Resident Operating Instructions ADC Resident Operating Instructions Warranty & Warning Information Special Notices TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 5 List of Figures Figure 1 Dimensions of Universal Series Models Figure 2 TX3-UFT Universal Series Flush Trim Ring Figure 3 Dimensions of Universal Slim-line models Figure 4 TX3-USFT Slim Line Universal Flush Trim Ring Figure 5 Continental Enclosure Flush Mount Figure 6 Heater TH-102 Installation Location Figure 7...
  • Page 6 List of Figures Figure 48 Backplane Number Section Figure 49 2012 NSL Relay Board Figure 50 CA-71A BIX Block Wiring Configuration Figure 51 RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Wiring Configuration Figure 52 Remove the 2 screws Figure 53 Install TX3-P300-HA TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 7 List of Tables Table 1 RS-485 Add-on Jumper Settings Table 2 Lobby Control Unit SW1 DIP Switch Settings Table 3 NSL Relay Cabinet Dimensions Table 4 Sample Backplane Relay Addresses Table 5 CA-71A BIX Block Identification Form Table 6 RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Identification Form TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Mircom periodically updates panel firmware and Configurator Note: Software to add features and correct any minor inconsistencies. For information about the latest firmware or software visit the Mircom website at www.mircom.com. For warranty and special notices information see the Warranty and Special Notices chapter on page 102.

  • Page 9: Tx3 Systems

    Introduction TX3 Systems The Mircom's TX3 series of telephone access systems provide high quality two- way communication between residents and their visitors in a multi-unit dwelling establishment. The basic TX3 system consists of the TX3 Lobby Control Unit and depending on the application, may be integrated with a combination of Mircom Elevator Restriction Units, Card Access Units and Touch Screens.
  • Page 10 1.1.3 Other Controllers Other Mircom controllers, such as the Elevator Restrictor Unit and the Card Access controller, may be networked with the Lobby Control Unit. The network options include a peer-to-peer RS-485 network, an Ethernet TCP/IP network, or a combination Ethernet TCP/IP network with RS-485 subnetworks.

  • Page 11: Features

    Introduction Features Features of the TX3 series include: • Stainless steel front panel • Universal Series enclosure with a built-in rain hood • Large scrolling 8 x 20 LCD display that eliminates the need for an external directory • Back-lit 16 digit keypad with dedicated operational buttons for Page Up, Page Down, Call and Info •...

  • Page 12: Lobby Control Unit Enclosures

    Introduction Lobby Control Unit Enclosures There are four series of enclosures for Lobby Control Units: Universal Series. The Universal Series enclosure is an indoor/outdoor unit for the scrolling Lobby Control Unit. Universal Slim-Line Series. The Universal Slim-Line enclosure is an indoor/ outdoor unit that is narrower and longer than the Universal and Continental series, and is for the scrolling Lobby Control Unit.
  • Page 13 Introduction • Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-200-8U-B/ C only) • Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately (TX3-200-8U-B/C only) TX3-1000-8U, TX3-1000-8U-A and TX3-1000-8U-B/C: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit • Eight-line by 20 character LCD display •...
  • Page 14 Introduction • Designed for indoor applications • IP capable TX3-1000-8UH-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit with Handset • Eight-line by 20 character LCD display • Handset • Main controller board for 1000 residents • PS-4P Transformer • Universal Enclosure •...
  • Page 15 Introduction • Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately (TX3-200-4U-B/C only) TX3-1000-4U-A and TX3-1000-4U-B/C: Slim-Line Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit • 4 Line by 20 LCD character display • Main controller board for 1000 residents • PS-4P Transformer •...
  • Page 16 Introduction • TX3-NSL-8M Master NSL Relay Cabinet with one PS-4P transformer plug • 2012K Twelve Telephone Relay Kit with a 2012 Twelve Telephone Relay board and a 9106 Cable • RJ-71C Punch Down Block for outdoor applications TX3-NSL-12K-A/B/C. This is the IP capable version of the TX3-NSL-12K. The Universal Panel Accessories consist of the following: Model TX3-UFT.
  • Page 17 Introduction TX3-1000-8C-A and TX3-1000-8C-B/C: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit • Eight-line by 20 character LCD display • Main controller board for 1000 residents • PS-4P Transformer • Continental Enclosure • Designed for indoor applications • IP capable • Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-1000-8C- B/C only) •...
  • Page 18 Introduction • Eight-line by 20 character LCD display • Handset • Main controller board for 1000 residents • PS-4P Transformer • Continental Enclosure • Designed for indoor applications • IP capable TX3-2000-8CH-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit with Handset •...

  • Page 19: Lobby Control Unit Accessories

    Introduction Lobby Control Unit Accessories The Lobby Control Unit accessories consist of the following items: • TX3-UFT Universal series flush trim ring. • TX3-USFT Slim line Universal Series flush trim ring. • TX3-UGA Gooseneck mounting adapter designed for use with the standard Universal Series enclosure for pedestals.

  • Page 20: Mounting Requirements From The 2010 Ada Standards For Accessible Design

    Introduction Mounting requirements from the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design See http://www.ada.gov/ for more information. 308.2 Forward Reach. 308.2.1 Unobstructed. Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be 15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

  • Page 21: About This Manual

    TX3 Two Door Card Access System Kit Catalogue Number 6531 Warranty and Special Notices Mircom values your business and always attempts to provide you with the very best service. Please see the Warranty and Special Notices chapter on page 102 for information about the warranty and special notices about equipment use.

  • Page 22: Enclosure Installation

    Enclosure Installation This chapter provides information on how to install the various enclosures and panels. This chapter explains • Grounding the Telephone Access System • Installing the Enclosures and Lobby Control Unit • Installing the Heater • Installing TX3-2000-8K-A Grounding the Telephone Access System Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an alternate escape route for the electrical current.

  • Page 23: Figure 1 Dimensions Of Universal Series Models

    Enclosure Installation 2.2.1 Installing the Universal enclosure 4 1/2” (114 mm) 7 21/32” (194 mm) 16 5/8” 13 3/4” (422 mm) (394 mm) 7 21/32” (194 mm) 3 3/8” (86 mm) 10” (254 mm) Figure 1. Dimensions of Universal Series Models TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969...

  • Page 24: Figure 2 Tx3-Uft Universal Series Flush Trim Ring

    Enclosure Installation The Universal enclosure mounts inside the wall with or without the TX3-UFT Universal Series Flush Trim Ring TX3-UFT. This Trim Ring houses the universal series enclosure as shown in figure 2. " " 4 1/2 " 3/4” " "...
  • Page 25 Enclosure Installation Place the screw halfway into the wall into the marked hole location using the supplied screw. Hang the Trim Ring onto the top screw. Screw the lower two screw at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the wall.
  • Page 26 Enclosure Installation Place the Trim Ring onto the two screws. Screw the lower two screws at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the wall. Remove the screws and trim ring. Place the universal enclosure with the rain hood, inside the trim ring and insert into the wall cut out.

  • Page 27: Figure 3 Dimensions Of Universal Slim-Line Models

    Enclosure Installation 2.2.2 Installing the Universal Slim-line enclosure 5 27/32” 4 1/2” (114 mm) (149 mm) 3 13/32” (86 mm) 15 17/32” 15 13/64” 16 5/8” (386 mm) (394 mm) (422 mm) 1 27/64” (36 mm) 3 3/8” (86 mm) Figure 3.

  • Page 28: Figure 4 Tx3-Usft Slim Line Universal Flush Trim Ring

    Enclosure Installation The Universal enclosure mounts inside the wall with or without the Universal Series Flush Trim Ring TX3-USFT. The Trim Ring houses the universal series enclosure as shown in figure 4 " 13/32 " 4 1/2 " " " "...

  • Page 29: Figure 5 Continental Enclosure Flush Mount

    Enclosure Installation 2.2.3 Installing the Continental enclosure The Continental enclosure flush mounts directly inside the wall to the wall stud as shown in figure 5. Mount the back box flush with the wall and right-side up (the ground screw location is at the bottom). WALL "...

  • Page 30: Installing The Heater

    Enclosure Installation Screw the lower two screw at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the wall. Tighten the two screws into place. Installing the Heater For temperatures where the Telephone Access System operates below 0°C (32°F) at any time, a heater must be installed inside the Universal enclosure as shown in figure 6.

  • Page 31: Figure 7 Dimensions Of The 8 Line Kiosk (Inches)

    Enclosure Installation Installing TX3-2000-8K-A 50.117 " 14.187 " 17.950 " Figure 7. Dimensions of the 8 Line Kiosk (inches) The Kiosk mounts to the floor inside the building near the entrance, close to the power source and telephone infrastructure. Access for the power and communication cables is provided through a cutout in the base plate.

  • Page 32: Figure 8 Reinforcement Bracket With Bolts

    Enclosure Installation To install the Touch Screen Kiosk base plate Find a suitable location for the Kiosk next to the building entrance and above the building electrical and communications conduit. Remove the door from the Kiosk. Remove the 4 bolts from the reinforcement bracket, as shown in figure 8 Reinforcement Bracket Bolts (x4) Figure 8.

  • Page 33: Figure 9 Reinforcement Bracket With Nuts

    Enclosure Installation Remove the 6 nuts on the reinforcement bracket, as show in figure 9, and then remove the bracket. Reinforcement Bracket Nuts (x6) Figure 9. Reinforcement Bracket with nuts Remove the remaining 8 bolts that attach the Kiosk to the base plate, as shown in figure 10.

  • Page 34: Figure 11 Kiosk Mounting Holes

    Enclosure Installation The 12 Kiosk mounting holes in the base plate are shown in figure 11. Kiosk Mounting Holes (x12) Cutout Figure 11. Kiosk Mounting Holes Using the Kiosk base plate as a template, trace an opening in the floor for the cutout and mark the 4 base plate mounting hole locations as shown in figure 12.

  • Page 35: Figure 13 Base Plate Dimensions (Inches)

    Enclosure Installation Figure 13 shows the dimensions of the base plate. 14.244 Figure 13. Base Plate Dimensions (inches) Cut an opening in the floor for the electrical and communication cables. Run the wires through the base plate opening. Secure the base plate to the floor using 4 bolts in the base plate mounting holes shown in figure 12.

  • Page 36: Figure 14 Fitting The Kiosk On The Base Plate

    Enclosure Installation To fit the Touch Screen Kiosk on the base plate Fit the back lip of the Kiosk into the notches in the baseplate, and tilt the Kiosk forwards so that it rests on top of the base plate. Figure 14.

  • Page 37: Figure 16 Attach The Kiosk To The Base Plate

    Enclosure Installation Secure the Kiosk onto the base plate using the 8 of the 12 base plate bolts in the holes shown in figure 16. Attach the Kiosk to the base plate with bolts in these holes first Figure 16. Attach the Kiosk to the base plate Position the reinforcement bracket over the 6 studs on the inside of the Kiosk, and screw the 6 nuts on to the studs as shown in figure 9.

  • Page 38: Tx3 System

    TX3 System This chapter provides information about the TX3 System and its use. This chapter explains • TX3 System • Single Lobby Control Unit • Dual Lobby Control Units • Three Lobby Control Unit Configuration • Multiple Lobby Control Units •...

  • Page 39: Single Lobby Control Unit

    TX3 System All units use the PS-4P transformer for the power supply. The door strike power supply depends on the door strike power requirements. Single Lobby Control Unit Figure 17 shows the simplest configuration. Telephone outlet Central office line Control Unit Line1 Line1...

  • Page 40: Figure 18 Single Lobby Control Unit With Adc And Nsl Lines

    TX3 System Figure 18 shows a configuration using one Lobby Control Unit connected to one ADC line and four NSL lines. Telephone outlet Central office line Control Control Control Control Unit Unit Unit Unit Line2 Line4 Line3 Line1 Line5 Figure 18. Single Lobby Control Unit with ADC and NSL Lines TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969...

  • Page 41: Dual Lobby Control Units

    TX3 System Figure 19 shows the various inputs to the panels. Control Telephone outlet Unit Centrl office line Electrical room Line1 General 1 pair Aux Door Door purpose output 1 Telephone Fire panel Main Door Postal Form C relay Strike AC (Form C relay wire contact...

  • Page 42: Three Lobby Control Unit Configuration

    TX3 System The Lobby Control Unit senses whether the line in use. If one of the Lobby Control Units is in use and the user tries to make a call, the other lobby indicates that the line is in use. The RS-485 network connection is optional and is only required if the user decides to connect a PC configurator on one of the panels to configure and/or monitor both systems.

  • Page 43: Figure 21 Multiple Lobby Control Units To Multiple Lines

    TX3 System Lobby Control Units 1, 2 and 3 can make simultaneous calls as long as a line is not in use by another Lobby Control Unit. For example, if Lobby Control Unit 1 uses line1, Lobby Control Unit 2 can use Line 2 and Lobby Control Unit 3 can use line 3.

  • Page 44: Multiple Lobby Control Units

    Figure 22. Many Lobby Control Units to One Line Networking TX3 Panels Mircom devices such as the Lobby Control Unit, the Card Access Controller, and the Touch Screen can be networked with the TX3 system through a peer-to-peer RS-485 network, an Ethernet TCP/IP network, or a combination of Ethernet and RS-485 networks.

  • Page 45: Figure 23 Tx3 Devices On An Rs-485 Network

    TX3 System any device on the RS-485 network (using USB, a modem, or the COM port), you can also connect to and configure any other device on the RS-485 network using the TX3 Configurator. Lobby Control Unit Lobby Control Unit Card Access Controller Card Reader A PQRS...

  • Page 46: Figure 25 Lobby Control Units Using Both Ethernet And

    TX3 System • it must have a TX3-IP IP Module installed, if it is not a Touch Screen. Figure 25 shows a configuration with TX3 devices connected on both an Ethernet TCP/IP network and on RS-485 subnetworks. Devices connected to a Master Node’s RS-485 subnetwork are Slave Nodes to the Master Node.

  • Page 47: Lobby Control Unit Wiring

    TX3 System Lobby Control Unit Wiring All units use the PS-4P transformer for the power supply. All wiring is a maximum length of 1000 ft. The door strike power supply depends on the door strike power requirements. Figure 26 shows a typical wiring arrangement for the Lobby Control Unit. 2008/16 NSL Expander CA-71A...

  • Page 48: Lobby Control Unit Setup

    Lobby Control Unit Setup This chapter describes the Lobby Control Unit controller board components and provides information about its operation and setup This chapter explains • Controller Board • Modem Module • IP Module • RS-485 Add-on Module • Guard Phone Module •...

  • Page 49: Controller Board

    Lobby Control Unit Setup Controller Board Figure 27 shows the general layout of the Lobby Control Unit main controller board. See section 4.2 on page 51 and section 4.3 on page 57 for a detailed description of the connectors at the bottom and top of the controller board. Door Supply, Door Relay, and 2 General Telephone...
  • Page 50 Lobby Control Unit Setup 4.1.1 Connectors USB. Computer connection for firmware download and configuration. P4. Modem Module connector. P5. IP Module connector. P6. Key pad and front door LCD display. P7. Guard Phone Board connector. 4.1.2 Potentiometer PT1 (if present). Pulse phone potentiometer. This potentiometer is normally factory set and does not require adjustment.

  • Page 51: Controller Board Connectors - Bottom

    Lobby Control Unit Setup JW11: • If the panel has the MC-001 microphone, close JW11. • If the panel has the MC-012 or MD-1243 microphone, open JW11 (this is the default setting). MC-001 microphone MC-012 microphone MD-1243 microphone JW11 on or closed JW11 off or open JW11 off or open Figure 28...

  • Page 52: Figure 30 Controller Board Connectors On Md-1086 - Bottom

    Lobby Control Unit Setup Figure 30 shows the connectors at the bottom of MD-1086, the lobby controller that has a 3-pin terminal block for the microphone. This board is present in Touch Screen models that do not end in -C, for instance TX3-1000-4U-B. Both models of microphone are shown in figure 30.

  • Page 53: Figure 31 Tamper Switch

    Lobby Control Unit Setup 4.2.3 Inputs 1 to 5 Inputs 1 to 5 are situated at the bottom of the main controller board and are assigned specific functions. Inputs 1 to 3 have pre-defined functions and connect to specific devices. Inputs 4 and 5 are general purpose inputs that can be correlated to activate a general purpose output.
  • Page 54 Lobby Control Unit Setup 4.2.4 RS-485 An RS-485 terminal lets you easily connect multiple telephone, card access and elevator restriction controllers across a network. The RS-485 connection is situated at the bottom middle of the main controller board and consists of two separate terminals, each for an input and output.

  • Page 55: Figure 32 Rs-485 Wiring

    Lobby Control Unit Setup Panel 1 Panel 3 Panel 2 First panel on network Last panel on network 120 Ω 120 Ω Optional common Connect shield to chassis Connect shield to chassis reference connection ground on one panel only ground on one panel only if available Figure 32.

  • Page 56: Figure 33 Power Supply

    Lobby Control Unit Setup 4.2.7 Power Supply The power supply connection is situated at the bottom right of the main controller board and receives 16 Vac, 40 VA. An external PS-4 or PS-4P plug-in transformer connects to the power terminals. Refer to figure 29 and figure 33. ON/OFF Switch 16 Vac IN 16 Vac...

  • Page 57: Controller Board Connectors - Top

    Both NSL and ADC lines can be connected. Each T/R line is polarity insensitive and can be reversed. Non-configurable PBX systems are not supported. For more Note: information, contact technical support at Mircom. TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969...
  • Page 58 Lobby Control Unit Setup 4.3.2 JW8 must be set to define the operating state of the door strike relay as normally open or normally closed. Use the jumper wire to connect to either the normally open (position 2 - top) or the normally closed pin (position 1 - bottom). For example, when using a maglock, connect the jumper wire to the normally closed pin (position 1).

  • Page 59: Figure 35 Main Door Dry Contact Wiring

    Lobby Control Unit Setup When using a dry contact for the main door instead of a door strike or maglock, wire the external controller to the left hand terminals of the AC Door Supply and Input Door Supply as shown in figure 35. JW8 controls whether the contact is normally open or normally closed.

  • Page 60: Modem Module

    Lobby Control Unit Setup • call is finished • call is connected • access is granted • access is denied • system is normal Modem Module The Modem Module is designed to work only with POTS (plain old Note: telephone system) lines. Attention: If you use the Modem Module to connect to and configure a Touch Screen, then you cannot configure the Touch Screen locally.

  • Page 61: Ip Module

    Lobby Control Unit Setup IP Module The IP Module connects the Lobby Control Unit to an Ethernet TCP/IP network. The IP Module ribbon cable connects to the P5 connector on the controller board (see figure 27). This allows you to configure and monitor the TX3 devices on your system using a computer and an Ethernet connection.

  • Page 62: Guard Phone Module

    Lobby Control Unit Setup The module has an RS-485 connector as shown in figure 38. RS-485 Add-on Module Figure 38. RS-485 Add-on Module For a description on how to install the RS-485 Add-on Module see the USB to RS-485 Adapter Installation Instructions LT-6027. Table 1: RS-485 Add-on Jumper Settings Mode No termination...

  • Page 63: Guard Phone

    Lobby Control Unit Setup The TX3-GPM ribbon cable connects to the P7 connector on the TX3 Lobby Control Unit main board. The guard phone uses a telephone cable to connect to the RJ-11 connector. RJ-11 Connector GPM Ribbon Cable Figure 39. Guard Phone Module For a description on how to install the modem board see the Guard Phone Manual Installation Instructions LT-972.

  • Page 64: Controller Id Setup

    Lobby Control Unit Setup To call a resident from the guard phone Pick up the guard phone and wait for the dial tone. Dial *DDDD (where DDDD is the resident’s four digit dial code). The resident phone rings. When the resident picks up the phone, the connection is established.
  • Page 65 Lobby Control Unit Setup Table 2: Lobby Control Unit SW1 DIP Switch Settings Lobby Control Unit ID # Switch 1 Switch 2 Switch 3 Switch 4 Switch 5 Switch 6 0 (not allowed as a Lobby Control Unit ID 0 is used for PC ID) TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4...

  • Page 66: Configuration Using A Pc

    The easiest way to configure the Lobby Control Unit is with the Mircom TX3 Configuration Software. This software is provided on a single CD-ROM or USB flash drive.

  • Page 67: Updating Firmware

    Refer to LT-995, TX3 Configuration and Administrator Manual, for instructions on how to perform both of these firmware upgrade methods. LT-995 can be found on the TX3 Configurator Software installation CD, USB flash drive, or on the Mircom website. 4.11.1 Firmware Version Control The firmware version number is accessible from the Configurator software and changes whenever there is a major, minor or revision update.

  • Page 68: Beginning Configuration

    Lobby Control Unit Setup The following convention is used whenever there is a major, minor or revision change: Initial release. Version 1.00.0 Major change. Version 2.00.0 Minor change. Version 2.01.0 Revision changes. Version 2.01.1 4.12 Beginning Configuration The Lobby Control Unit controller is now ready for configuration using the USB. An optional method is to use the RS-485 or modem connection.

  • Page 69: Nsl Relay Cabinet Installation And Wiring

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring This chapter provides information about the NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring. This chapter explains • NSL Relay Cabinet Mechanical Installation • NSL Relay Control Unit and Expanders • Wiring the TX3-NSL-8M Main Controller Board •...

  • Page 70: Nsl Relay Cabinet Mechanical Installation

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring NSL Relay Cabinet Mechanical Installation The NSL Relay cabinets contain the telephone switching equipment and are typically mounted in the electrical/telephone room of a building. NSL Relay cabinets are factory assembled in one of the following enclosure sizes: •...
  • Page 71 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring The top two mounting holes are 6 3/16 inches apart. Table 3: NSL Relay Cabinet Dimensions Model Number Dim ‘A’ Dim ‘B’ TX3-8EC 10 1/8” 13 15/16” TX3-NSL-8M 23 3/16” 27” TX3-16EC 23 3/16” 27”...

  • Page 72: Nsl Relay Control Unit And Expanders

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring NSL Relay Control Unit and Expanders The TX3-NSL-8M NSL Relay Control Unit, TX3-8EC and TX3-16EC NSL Relay Backplane Expanders perform the following functions: • Telephone switching functionality to facilitate voice communication between the resident's phone and the lobby •...
  • Page 73 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring 5.2.2 2012 NSL Relay The NSL Backplane board contains up to eight 2012 NSL Relay Boards. Each 2012 NSL Relay Board has 12 relays, allowing for a total of 96 relays. 5.2.3 NSL Expanders NSL expanders plug into the NSL Backplane Board connectors and consist of: •...

  • Page 74: Figure 42 Nsl Expanders

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring The expanders allow a total of 16 backplanes to be installed, allowing for up to 1535 relays. The TX3-NSL-8M and any TX3-8EC and/or TX3-16EC must all Note: be adjacent to each other, mounted on the same wall and in the same room.

  • Page 75: Wiring The Tx3-Nsl-8M Main Controller Board

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Wiring the TX3-NSL-8M Main Controller Board The TX3-NSL-8M NSL Main Controller Board has both ribbon cable sockets and screw terminals. Attention: High voltages are present on this board during the ringing of suite telephones. Figure 43 shows the general layout of the TX3-NSL-8M Main Controller board components.
  • Page 76 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring P4. Expansion to the NSL Controller back-plane. P5. Expansion to the NSL Controller back-plane. P6. Not used. TS4. Not used. If there is a resistor connected to this terminal, do not remove it. TS5. Telephone line from Lobby panel main controller board. 5.3.2 Switches SW1.

  • Page 77: Figure 44 Nsl System With Telephone Line

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Relay control unit NSL SYSTEM Line Entry Control Panel Figure 44. NSL System with Telephone Line TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...

  • Page 78: Figure 45 Nsl Controller Telephone Lines

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Line 1 TX3-NSL-8M Relay Line 5 Line 1 Control Unit Line 2 Line 3 Line 4 TX3 Lobby Panel Main Controller Board Telephone Lines 1 to 5 Figure 45. NSL Controller Telephone Lines To test the TX3-8M-NSL Relay Control unit Connect a telephone to the TX3-8M-NSL Relay Control unit telephone terminal block (see figure 43).
  • Page 79 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring 5.3.6 Connecting to an NSL line Use the following calling pattern when connecting to the NSL Panel. *RRRRPPNNC# PP and NN and C are optional Note: where: RRRR is the relay code. PP is the ring pattern. NN is the maximum number of rings.

  • Page 80: Figure 46 Nsl Backplane

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring NSL Backplane Number Selector. (located between P1 and P2). TX3-NSL-8M Relay Control Unit 2016 NSL Unit Relay Backplane Boards Figure 46. NSL Backplane Attention: High voltages are present on this board during the ringing of suite telephones.

  • Page 81: Figure 47 Adsl-100 Filter Module Installation

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Back Plane Line to P4 on NSL Controller Phone to P1 on Back Plane NSL Controller Figure 47. ADSL-100 Filter Module Installation 5.3.10 Setting the Backplane Number Relay addresses are numbered to show the relay card’s connector location and backplane number setting.
  • Page 82 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Using a jumper, set the backplane number across the Backplane Number Selection pins as shown in figure 48. Backplane Number Selection Jumper Setting Figure 48. Backplane Number Section TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 83 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Table 4: Sample Backplane Relay Addresses Connector Backplane Number Setting Jumper 1 Jumper 2 Jumper 3 Address 1-96 Address 97-192 Address 193-288 1 to 12 97 to 108 193 to 204 13 to 24 109 to 120 205 to 216 25 to 36...
  • Page 84 RJ-71C, Mircom recommends that you contact the telephone company as to what block wiring configuration is available. We suggest using Mircom's standard 9106 cable for CA-71A or RJ- 71C configured blocks since they are straightforward and easy to use.
  • Page 85 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring LEDs This connector mounts into the NSL backplane Amphenol connection from telephone company Figure 49. 2012 NSL Relay Board TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 86 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Figure 50. CA-71A BIX Block Wiring Configuration TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 87 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Table 5: CA-71A BIX Block Identification Form Relay Cabinet No. ____ of ____Decoder/Mother Board No.________ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Amp. Jack Number Tel.
  • Page 88 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Table 5: CA-71A BIX Block Identification Form (Continued) Relay Cabinet No. ____ of ____Decoder/Mother Board No.________ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Amp. Jack Number Tel.
  • Page 89 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Figure 51. RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Wiring Configuration TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...
  • Page 90 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Table 6: RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Identification Form Relay Cabinet No. ____ of ____Decoder/Mother Board No.________ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Amp. Jack Number Tel.
  • Page 91 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Table 6: RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Identification Form (Continued) Relay Cabinet No. ____ of ____Decoder/Mother Board No.________ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Relay Card/ Telephone Block Pins Apt. Dial Relay/ Amp. Jack Number Tel.

  • Page 92: Updating Firmware

    NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring Updating Firmware After completion of the TX3-NSL-8M NSL Main Controller wiring and configuration, use the TX3-MSW Configuration Software to complete the firmware update. To update firmware Turn the power OFF by using SW1 on the bottom right side of the card access controller board.

  • Page 93: Adding Controllers And Accessories

    Adding Controllers and Accessories This chapter provides information about adding additional controllers on the same network as the Telephone Access System. This chapter explains • Adding a Controller • Installing the TX3-P300-HA Card Reader Adding a Controller The TX3 telephone access system may be integrated with other controllers, such as the TX3-CX Card Access system and Elevator Restriction Unit, through a peer-to-peer connection via the RS-485 bus, an Ethernet TPC/IP network, or a combination of RS-485 and Ethernet networks.
  • Page 94 Adding Controllers and Accessories Turn the power OFF for all units on the network. Connect the controller to the Telephone Access System via the RS-485 bus using the RS-485 connectors. Turn the power ON for all units on the network. Connect the PC to either the Telephone Access System or controller using the USB port.
  • Page 95 Adding Controllers and Accessories Attach the card reader with the same screws. Screws (x2) TX3-P300-HA card reader Figure 53. Install TX3-P300-HA See LT-980 TX3-CX Card Access System Installation for instructions on connecting the card reader to the TX3-CX Card Access system. TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969...

  • Page 96: Specifications

    Specifications External Power Supply Mircom Model PS-4. 16 Vac/ 40 VA, CSA approved Class 2 Power Transformer Mircom Model PS-4P. 16 Vac/ 40 VA, CSA approved Class 2 Power Transformer, plug-in Input voltage: 105 Vac to 128 Vac Note: Maximum power consumption for an 8-line by 20 character LCD TX3 Lobby Control Unit is 6.2 Watts.
  • Page 97 Specifications Compatible Modems • TFM-560U High Speed USB 2.0 Fax Modem • TFM-561U High Speed USB 2.0 Fax Modem • Hiro H50113 56K V.92 USB Fax Modem • StarTech USB56KEM2 56k V.92 USB Fax Modem • Zoom 56K V.92 56K USB Mini External Fax Modem •...

  • Page 98: Resident Operating Instructions

    Resident Operating Instructions This chapter describes the Telephone Access System operating instructions for use by the resident. This chapter explains • NSL Resident Operating Instructions • ADC Resident Operating Instructions TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...

  • Page 99: Nsl Resident Operating Instructions

    Resident Operating Instructions NSL Resident Operating Instructions Mircom's state-of-the-art door entry system provides you and your guest with an increased level of confidence and security. The TX3 Telephone Access system operates with your existing telephone. Your guest dials your code number or selects your name by scrolling through the electronic directory on the Entry unit, causing your telephone to ring.
  • Page 100 Resident Operating Instructions To answer the call Briefly push the call waiting key, “2”, to answer the call. This action automatically places the outside telephone line "on hold". While on-line with your guest, you can open the main door by dialling " 9 ".

  • Page 101: Adc Resident Operating Instructions

    Resident Operating Instructions ADC Resident Operating Instructions Mircom's state-of-the-art door entry system provides you and your guest with an increased level of confidence and security. The TX3 Telephone Access system operates with your existing telephone. Your guest simply dials your code number or selects your name by scrolling through the electronic directory on the Entry unit, causing your telephone to ring.

  • Page 102: Warranty & Warning Information

    Companies are not to be used as a fire, alarm, or life-safety system. NOTE TO INSTALLERS: All Mircom Systems have been carefully designed to be as effective as possible. However, there are circumstances where they may not provide protection. Some reasons for system failure include the following.
  • Page 103 Best practices and local authority having jurisdiction determine the frequency and type of testing that is required at a minimum. Mircom System may not function properly, and the occurrence of other system failures identified below may not be minimized, if the periodic testing and maintenance of Mircom Systems is not completed with diligence and as required.
  • Page 104 Battery Failure. If the Mircom System or any device connected to the system operates from batteries it is possible for the batteries to fail. Even if the batteries have not failed, they must be fully charged, in good condition, and installed correctly.
  • Page 105 Integrated Products. Mircom System might not function as intended if it is connected to a non-Mircom product or to a Mircom product that is deemed non-compatible with a particular Mircom System. A list of compatible products can be requested and obtained.
  • Page 106 Warranty & Warning Information Warranty Purchase of all Mircom products is governed by: https://www.mircom.com/product-warranty https://www.mircom.com/purchase-terms-and-conditions https://www.mircom.com/software-license-terms-and-conditions TX3 Telephone Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 5.4 LT-969 Copyright 2019...

  • Page 107: Special Notices

    Special Notices Product Model Number: TX3 AC REN (U.S.): 0.0B AC REN (CANADA): 0.0 Complies With Federal Communications Commission (FCC): • TIA-968-A Technical requirement for connection of equipment tot he telephone network. • CFR 47, Part 15, Subpart B, Class B •...
  • Page 108 Special Notices Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alteration made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.
  • Page 109 Contact your telephone company if you have any questions about your telephone line. In the event repairs are ever needed on the Communicator, they should be performed by Mircom or an authorized representative of Mircom. For information contact Mircom at the address and telephone numbers in paragraph 1.8.
  • Page 110 Equipment Failure If trouble is experienced with the TX3 Telephone/Card Access System, for repair or warranty information, please contact Mircom using the numbers paragraph 1.8. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment until the problem is resolved.

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