A3 RFID - Getting Started Guide

ABOUT

The A3 RFID Standalone Door Controller is a compact, standalone programmable access control system that provides proximity access for up to 1000 users.

SPECIFICATIONS

Clients

Compatible With 13.56MHz MIFARE® (ISO14443 Type A)

Max. Capacity 1000

Operation

Voltage 12-24V DC

Idle Current 20mA

Working Current 80mA

Max. Output Load 2A

Relay Output Time 1-99s (5s default)

Inputs/Outputs Relay, Push-to-Exit

Read Range 60mm (23/8”)

Environment Rating IP66

Temperature -30°C ~ 60°C (-22°F ~ 140°F)

Humidity 10%RH ~ 98%RH

INSTALLATION

BOX CONTENTS

Description	Quantity
A3 RFID Standalone Door Controller	1
Remote Control Programmer	1
Master Programming Cards Master Add Card (1) Master Delete Card (1)	2
Allen Key	1
Self-Tapping Screws	2
Wall Plugs	2
1N4004 Diode	1

INSTALL

1. Remove back cover from the unit by removing the bottom screw.

2. To surface mount (1), drill two fixing holes (2) and a cable passage hole.

3. Fix back cover to the wall.

4. Thread cable through back cover into cable passage hole.

5. Reattach unit to the back cover.

(1) The unit may also be flush mounted.

(2) Use appropriate fixings for your application. Wall plugs supplied may not be suitable for all applications.

WIRING

Colour	Function	Notes
Red	Power+	12-24V DC Regulated Power Supply
Black	GND	Ground
White	NO	Normally Open Relay Output
Brown	COM	Common Connection for Relay Output
Green	NC	Normally Closed Relay Output
Yellow	OPEN	Request to Exit

WIRING DIAGRAMS

Note: Install a 1N4004 or equivalent diode when using a common power supply.

Note: Additional wiring diagrams are available www.codelocks.com

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

When first powered, the unit will require programming. The pre-registered Master Programming Cards can be used to quickly add (and delete) new clients. For further programming, use the infrared Remote Control Programmer provided.

GENERAL OPERATION

Unlock/Open Door	Present a valid Card Client to the unit The LED will turn green and a single beep will sound to indicate acceptance
Silence Alarm	Present a valid Card Client, or enter the Master Code via the infrared Remote Control Programmer to silence the alarm
Exit Programming Mode	To exit Programming Mode at any time, press the * button until you see a solid red light

CHANGE THE MASTER CODE

Note: The Master Code is 6 digits in length. Factory set Master Code is 123456.

Enter Programming Mode	* Master Code #
Enter New Master Code	0 New Master Code # New Master Code #
Exit Programming Mode	*

ADD CARD CLIENTS

New Card Clients can be added via the infrared Remote Control Programmer or using the Master Add Card.

Enter Programming Mode	* Master Code #
Add a Card Client Unit will assign the Card Client to the next available ID. Multiple Card Clients may be added sequentially	0 New Master Code # New Master Code #
OR
Add a Card Client to Specific ID Card Client to the specified ID (1-1000) (No zero padding required)	1 Specific Client ID # Present Card #
Exit Programming Mode	*

The Master Add Card can be used to add new Card Clients directly, without using the Remote Control Programmer. Using this method, the new Card Client will be assigned to the next available ID.

Add a Card Client via

Master Add Card

1. Present Master Add Card

2. Present new Card Client (repeat as required)

3. Present Master Add Card to end

DELETE CARD CLIENTS

Existing Card Clients can be deleted via the infrared Remote Control Programmer or using the Master Delete Card.

Enter Programming Mode	* Master Code #
Delete a Card Client Presented Card Client will be deleted. Multiple Card Clients can be deleted sequentially.	2 Present Card #
OR
Add a Card Client to Specific ID Unit will delete the Card Client at the specified ID (1-1000)	2 Specific Client ID # *
OR
Delete all Card Clients	2 0 0 0 0 #
Exit Programming Mode	*

The Master Delete Card can delete Card Clients directly. The Card Client to be deleted must be present.

Delete a Card Client

via Master Delete Card

1. Present Master Delete Card

2. Present new Card Client (repeat as required)

3. Present Master Delete Card to end

RELAY CONFIGURATION

Pulse Mode is enabled by default, with a re-lock time of 5 seconds.

Enter Programming Mode	* Master Code #
Pulse Mode Adjustable re-lock time can be set between 1-99s (Default 5s)	4 <1-99> #
OR
Latch Mode Enables passage function	40 #
Exit Programming Mode	*

PENALTY TIME

Presenting an incorrect Card Client 10 times will incur a 30 second time delay before any further use is possible.

Enter Programming Mode	* Master Code #
Disable Penalty Penalty is disabled by default	7 0 #
OR
Enable Penalty (30s, no alarm)	7 1 #
OR
Enable Penalty (30s, with alarm) Note: A valid Card Client will silence the alarm and a second valid Card Client will allow access.	7 2 #
Exit Programming Mode	*

RESET

Reset & Reassign Master Programming Cards

Note: You will require two compatible cards to assign the Master Add Card and Master Delete Card

Note: Does not clear Card Clients (See Delete Card Clients for details on how to remove Card Clients)

1. Disconnect power source

2. Press and hold push-to-exit button

3. Reconnect power source (two beeps and LED turns yellow)

4. Release push-to-exit button

5. Present each card in turn;

a) First card presented will become the Master Add Card

b) Second card presented will become the Master Delete Card

6. LED will burn red to indicate end of reset process

INDICATIONS

Description	LED	Sounder
Standby	Red, continuous	No sound
Enter Programming Mode	Red, flashing	Single beep
Programming Mode Active	Light green, continuous	Single beep
Operation Error	None	Three beeps
Exit Programming Mode	Red, continuous	Single beep
Access Granted	Bright green	Single beep
Alarm	Red, rapid flashing	Alarm

MIFARE® is a registered trademark of NXP B.V. and is used under license.

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