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- Page 1 TX3 Series TX3-CX CARD ACCESS SYSTEM Installation and Operation Manual Version 2.2 Mircom 1 (61) LT-980 Copyright 2015...
- Page 2 It is subject to change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by Mircom. Mircom assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or inaccuracies that appear in this book.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Table of Contents Welcome Introducing the TX3-CX Card Access System Applications 1.2.1 Wiegand interface 1.2.2 Card Access System Configurable Features 1.3.1 PC Configurator Software Installer Responsibilities 1.4.1 PC Requirements Network Setup About This Manual 1.6.1 Version Control 1.6.2 Additional Documentation 1.6.3... - Page 4 Timers 2.4.1 Timer schedule 2.4.2 Unlock time 2.4.3 Extended unlock time 2.4.4 Anti-passback 2.4.5 Door held open warning 2.4.6 Door held open alarm Schedules Holidays System Status 2.7.1 Common trouble 2.7.2 Common alarm Installation and Setup Grounding the Card Access System Installing the Controller and Components 3.2.1 Optional Components...
- Page 5 Turning on the Controller 3.9.1 Default Configuration Values 3.10 Updating Firmware 3.10.1 Firmware Version Control 3.11 Beginning Configuration Warranty & Warning Information 55 Special Notices 58 TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 2.2 5 (61) LT-980 Copyright 2015...
- Page 6 List of Figures Figure 1 Basic Card Access System Figure 2 Card Access System using an RS-485 network Figure 3 Card Access System using an ethernet TCP/IP network. Controllers connected to an ethernet network are Master Nodes. Figure 4 Card Access System using both ethernet and RS-485 networks Figure 5 Controller Back Cover Dimensions and Optional Component Location Figure 6...
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Page 7: Welcome
Installation must be performed by a qualified technician and must adhere to the standards and special notices set by the local regulatory bodies. Note: Mircom periodically updates panel firmware and Configurator 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. -
Page 8: Introducing The Tx3-Cx Card Access System
Welcome Introducing the TX3-CX Card Access System The TX3-CX Card Access System is part of the Mircom suite of products that provide building ready monitoring, control and integrated security solutions for use in the high end multi-tenant residential market. The Card Access System addresses the need within today’s high end multi-tenant residential market for an easy-to-use tenant access system and an easy-to-use configuration utility. -
Page 9: Card Access System
1.2.2 Card Access System The Mircom Card Access System supports a proprietary 37-bit encoding technology and a 26-bit SIA standard format, and consists of a maximum of 63 Card Access Controllers networked together. Each Card Access Controller can have two card readers. -
Page 10: Installer Responsibilities
Welcome Installer Responsibilities The installation and setup must be done by a qualified technician. The technician is responsible for installing all of the system components, connecting all of the input and output wiring for the appropriate door entry systems, and ensuring that the wiring adheres to the requirements of the system for proper operation using the configurator software. - Page 11 Welcome Figure 2 shows a network with two Card Access Controllers connected to an RS- 485 network. The Card Access System can have up to 63 Card Access Controllers networked together. If you connect to any device on the RS-485 network (using USB, a modem, or a COM port), you can also connect to and configure any other device on the RS-485 network using the TX3 Configurator software.
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Page 12: Figure 4 Card Access System Using Both Ethernet And Rs-485 Networks
Welcome Notes: In order for a panel to be a Master Node it must satisfy the following conditions. • It must be IP capable. Panels that are IP capable are usually denoted by a “-A” at the end of their model names. •... -
Page 13: About This Manual
Welcome If you connect to the ethernet TCP/IP network with the TX3 Configurator, you can configure any of the nodes in the system. If you connect direcly to a controller using USB, a modem, or a COM port, you will only be able to configure devices that are on the same RS-485 subnetwork as that device. -
Page 14: Additional Documentation
ERU. Elevator Restriction Unit LCU. Lobby Control Unit Contact Us Mircom fosters a collaborative support process and environment in providing early feedback to meet your specific needs. You can contact us from Monday to Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. E.S.T. -
Page 15: General Inquiries
Toll-Free Fax: 1-888-660-4113 1.7.3 Website Visit the Mircom website, at www.mircom.com, to find the product information you are looking for and to learn about troubleshooting, training and technical support options. The website provides avenues for customers to ask questions about new and existing technologies, and receive expert technical support about software and products. - Page 16 Welcome TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual 16 (61) Version 2.2 LT-980 Copyright 2015...
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Page 17: Configurable Features
Configurable Features This chapter describes all the configurable features and their modes of operation, and provides you with detailed information to let you configure the system using the Configurator software. This chapter explains • Inputs • Correlation • Access Criteria •... -
Page 18: Inputs
Configurable Features Inputs Each Card Access Controller has eight inputs to accommodate the following special functions: • Request to exit for reader A or B • Door sense for reader A or B • General purpose 2.1.1 Request to exit for reader A or B When an input is active the door unlocks and the door unlock timer starts. -
Page 19: Correlation
Configurable Features Correlation The correlations function lets you establish specific relationships between panel inputs (events) and outputs (actions), such as turning on a light when a door opens. Correlations also allow you to specify these relationships to a schedule, such as allowing access only during certain days and times of the week. A maximum of 32 correlations is allowed. -
Page 20: Panels
Configurable Features 2.2.4 Panels Correlations can be applied to either one of the panels on your system, all of the panels on your system. or to a custom group of panels on your system (for TCP/ IP networks only). across all panels on the network and can occur on the local panel, distributed panels or different types of panels (Card Access and Telephone Access) on the network. -
Page 21: Lock / Unlock
Configurable Features The following features are configurable: • Lock / Unlock • High security • PC decision required • Facility code • Card + PIN • Anti-passback • Temporary card • Interlock • Access Level • Controller options • Access point options •... -
Page 22: High Security
Configurable Features • an access card with lock/unlock privileges, if swiped twice in succession, toggles between lock and unlock mode • a schedule associated with the lock/unlock mode - when the associated schedule is active, it changes to unlock mode and when the schedule is inactive, it changes back to lock mode Whenever the mode is changed from lock to unlock or from unlock to lock, the beeper on the reader associated with this access point sends a distinct beep... -
Page 23: Card + Pin
Configurable Features 2.3.5 Card + PIN This mode provides another level of security during certain parts of the day. During this mode not only a valid card is required for access but also a PIN code. The PIN code is 1 to 4 digits long and is programmed for each card. 0 is not a valid PIN code. -
Page 24: Controller Options
2.3.10 Controller options The following controller options are configurable: Card format. The following card formats are supported: • 26-bit Wiegand SIA • 37-bit Mircom • 35-bit Indala • 50-bit RBH • 32-bit CSN Send real time logs. If enabled, only the real time logs are sent to the PC. - Page 25 Configurable Features Auto relock. Enabling this option locks the door when the door closes before the door open timer or extended door timer expires. Disabling this option locks the door, but only after the expiration of door open timer or extended door open timer.
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Page 26: Card Options
Configurable Features Inhibit ID. When enabled the card code is not sent to the PC. This feature is used for logging and reporting purposes. Timed Anti-passback. When enabled access is not permitted at the same access point for a specific amount of time specified by the anti-passback timer. 2.3.12 Card options Access cards are configured for the following features:... -
Page 27: Timers
Configurable Features Timers The following types of timers are associated with the Card Access System operation: • Unlock time • Extended unlock time • Anti-passback • Door held open warning • Door held open alarm 2.4.1 Timer schedule Events are scheduled as Always, Never, or administrator defined. Timed access adheres to a schedule as follows: Auto-unlock schedule. -
Page 28: Door Held Open Warning
Configurable Features 2.4.5 Door held open warning The door held open warning timer starts when access is granted. When the door unlock timer expires and the door does not close during this interval a ‘door held open’ warning is issued to the PC and the common trouble status becomes active. If the door closes during this interval, the timer resets and no warning report is sent to the PC. -
Page 29: Holidays
Configurable Features • Auto-unlock • PIN required schedule • Access levels Holidays Up to 128 holidays can be entered in the system. Each holiday consists of the following: • start time/date • end time/date If a holiday falls on the same date each year it can also be programmed as an annual event. - Page 30 Configurable Features • door held open alarm The common alarm status clears only if all the above inputs are back in normal state. When the common alarm status is active, the common alarm led flashes at a fast rate. TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual 30 (61) Version 2.2 LT-980...
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Page 31: Installation And Setup
Installation and Setup This chapter describes the installation and setup of the controller and card reader. This chapter explains • System Grounding Requirements • Card Reader Installation • Setup • Connecting the Inputs and Outputs • Card Reader Connection • Power Supply •... -
Page 32: Grounding The Card Access System
Installation and Setup Grounding the Card Access System Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an alternate escape route for the electrical current. The Card Access System is equipped with a 16 gauge electrical wire attached to the panel chassis Ground Terminal. Note: Do not disconnect this wire. -
Page 33: Installing The Card Access Controller
Installation and Setup • Tamper switch • TX3-MDM Modem Module • TX3-IP IP Module (only for models TX3-CX-2-A or TX3-CX-2K-A) • MD-993 RS-485 to USB Module • Battery 3.2.2 Installing the Card Access Controller The Card Access Controller enclosure mounts directly on the wall to the wall stud using the mounting screws locations as shown in Figure 5. -
Page 34: Installing The Ip Module
Installation and Setup For additional documentation see the TX3 MDM Modem Module Installation Instructions LT-971. TX3-MDM Modem Board and MD-993 Module location Interface connection Figure 6. Modem Board Location 3.2.6 Installing the IP Module The optional TX3-IP IP Module kit comes with the MD-921 IP Module which allows a Card Access Controller to connect to an ethernet TCP/IP network as a Master Node. -
Page 35: Installing The Md-993 Module
Installation and Setup Interface connection MD-921 IP Module Board location Figure 7. IP Module Board Location 3.2.7 Installing the MD-993 module The MD-993 Module converts RS-485 signals to USB and is part of the TX3- USB-AD Kit. Install the MD-993 Module in the location shown in Figure 6 using the supplied four screws. -
Page 36: Controller Board Description
Installation and Setup Table 1: MD-993 Jumper Settings Mode No termination Open Open AC termination 120R + 1nF Short Open No termination Open Short DC termination 120R (Factory Default) Short Short Note: For the main application of the MD-993, short JW1 and JW2. For a description on how to install the MD-993 Module see the TX3-USB-AD Kit Installation Instructions LT-6027. -
Page 37: Figure 9 Controller Board Connection Locations
Installation and Setup • 8 inputs • 8 outputs (6 relay contact outputs and 2 outputs providing 12 Vdc) • connections for two card readers (noted as Reader A and Reader B) • power supply • RS-485 connector • USB, IP Module, and Modem board connectors Figure 9. -
Page 38: Power Supply
Installation and Setup 3.3.3 Power Supply The power supply connection is situated at the bottom right of the main controller board and receives 16 Vac, 40 VA. Use 18 AWG wiring. An external PS-4 or PS- 4P plug-in transformer connects to the power terminals. Refer to Figure 5 and Figure 10. -
Page 39: Usb Port
Installation and Setup 3.3.5 RS-485 An RS-485 terminal lets you easily connect multiple Telephone and Card Access 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 40: Inputs 1 To 8
Installation and Setup After the installation and setup is complete, the functional state of all inputs and circuit supervision types must be configured using the configurator software. During configuration you will also establish correlations between inputs and outputs. Depending on the device each input is configured according to: •... -
Page 41: Request To Exit
Installation and Setup 3.4.2 Request to Exit Activation of this input unlocks the door and starts the door unlock timer. 3.4.3 Door sense When the door is open this input is active and when the door is closed the input is inactive. -
Page 42: Figure 15 Input - Supervised For Open
Installation and Setup 3.4.6.2 Supervised for open When configured as supervised for open, the active state is ‘closed’ (short). Open supervision uses a single 47K ohm resistor. Active when short 47 K ohms Figure 15. Input - Supervised for Open Note: The active state cannot be an open state. -
Page 43: Alarm Delay
Installation and Setup Two 22K ohm resistors are required for supervision. Active when short 22 K ohms 22 K ohms Figure 17. Input - Supervised for Open and Short Note: The active state cannot be an open state. 3.4.7 Alarm Delay Alarm delay is a configurator defined parameter that specifies the amount of time before an input raises an alarm condition. -
Page 44: Active State
Installation and Setup General purpose output. The general purpose output is for all other types of outputs, such as turning on a light. 3.5.2 Active state Outputs require active states. Each output is configured for the active state to indicate one of the following: •... -
Page 45: Outputs 7 And 8
Figure 19 shows a door strike activated and powered by output 8. Connecting the Card Reader The card readers are manufactured by AWID and are part of the Mircom Card Access package. The cards are produced by Mircom. The controller supports two card readers. -
Page 46: Card Reader Connection
Not Used Data 0 Beeper Data 1 Card readers supplied by Mircom require shielded wiring. If other card readers are used refer to their reader wiring requirements. Figure 20. Card Reader Connections Note: The card reader COM (-) wire can be connected to either COM (-) connector on the terminal block. -
Page 47: Card Reader Status Leds
Installation and Setup Card Reader A. Connections required for card reader A (starting from the far bottom left side) are Beeper, Red LED, Green LED, PWR(+), COM(-), Data 0, Data 1 and COM (-). Card Reader B. Card reader B follows the same terminal connections, located to the right of the card reader A terminals. - Page 48 Installation and Setup See Table 2 for the DIP switch settings for RS-485 network addressing. Note: DIP Switch 7 is not used and should remain at the factory set value. Note: DIP Switch 8 determines how the IP address is assigned to the IP Module for IP enabled Card Access Controllers.
- Page 49 Installation and Setup Table 2: SW2 DIP SWITCH SETTINGs FOR RS-485 NETWORK ADDRESSING ADDRESS SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 SWITCH 3 SWITCH 4 SWITCH 5 SWITCH 6 TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual Version 2.2 49 (61) LT-980 Copyright 2015...
- Page 50 Installation and Setup Table 2: SW2 DIP SWITCH SETTINGs FOR RS-485 NETWORK ADDRESSING ADDRESS SWITCH 1 SWITCH 2 SWITCH 3 SWITCH 4 SWITCH 5 SWITCH 6 TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual 50 (61) Version 2.2 LT-980 Copyright 2015...
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Page 51: Setting Jumpers
Installation and Setup Card Access Controller Address DIP Switches Card Access Controller Power ON / OFF Switch Figure 22. Location of Jumpers JW1 to JW5 and Switches SW1 and SW2 Setting Jumpers There are six pre-set jumpers on the controller board as follows (refer to Figure 22): JW1. -
Page 52: Turning On The Controller
Installation and Setup JW3, JW4 and JW5. JW3, JW4 and JW5 are not used and are open by default. JW6. JW6 is not used and by default is open. Turning on the Controller Before you turn on the controller ensure that the all connections adhere with the correct operation of the devices. -
Page 53: Firmware Version Control
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, the USB flash drive, or on the Mircom website. 3.10.1 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 54 Installation and Setup • Ensure the Configurator software is set with the correct controller network address. • Ensure that your PC and the Configurator are set with the correct date and time. To start the configuration Connect the PC to the controller using the USB port. Launch the Configurator and click Connect.
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Page 55: Warranty & Warning Information
During the warranty period, Mircom shall, at its option, repair or replace any defective product upon return of the product to its factory, at no charge for labour and materials. - Page 56 And of all other obligations or liabilities on the part of Mircom neither assumes nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to modify or to change this warranty, nor to assume for it any other warranty or liability concerning this product.
- Page 57 Products which Mircom determines to be repairable will be repaired and returned. A set fee which Mircom has predetermined and which may be revised from time to time, will be charged for each unit repaired. Products which Mircom determines not to be repairable will be replaced by the nearest equivalent product available at that time.
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Page 58: 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 59 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 60 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 Chapter 1, page 14. If this equipment, TX3-CX Card Access System, causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required.
- Page 61 Equipment Failure If trouble is experienced with the TX3-CX Card Access System, for repair or warranty information, please contact Mircom using the numbers on page 15. 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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