AMANO MTX-15 Installation Guide

TM

MTX-15

Data Collection Terminal

Installation Guide

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hardware or firmware version, if applicable.

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attempt is made to operate the equipment.

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About This Manual

This manual covers the following Terminals with Index No.’s:

• A201: Serial Version - Magnetic Reader

• A204: Serial Version - Barcode Reader

• A207: Serial Version - Proximity Reader

• A203: Modem Version - Magnetic Reader

• A206: Modem Version - Barcode Reader

• A209: Modem Version - Proximity Reader

• A202: Ethernet Version - Magnetic Reader

• A205: Ethernet Version - Barcode Reader

• A208: Ethernet Version - Proximity Reader

Unpacking Your MTX-15

In addition to this guide, your package should include the following:

• Data Collection Terminal

• AC Adapter

• Keys (2)

*Batteries not Included

Note: The Dip Switch, Signal Relay Output and AC Power Adapter are

the same on all models.

Note: The Rest Slots on the terminal slip over the Rest Hooks on the

Back Plate to hold the terminal in the open position for wiring and
configuration.

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Dip Switches

The Dip Switches on the PCB are set as follows:

• Switch 1: Enables the termination resistor (ON position). When RS-

485 serial communications are used and the terminal is located at
the end of the serial chain, this switch should be ON. It should also
be ON for RS-232, Modem and Network terminals. For all RS-485
terminals except the last one, this switch should be OFF.

• Switch 2: Disables RS-485 communications (OFF position) in order

to permit firmware upgrades via RS-232 (serial models only). For
normal operation, this switch should always be in the ON position.

Note: Firmware upgrades should never be attempted without consulting

Amano Technical Support for detailed instructions.

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Mounting Location

nWarning! Before selecting a mounting location for your MTX-15,

you must consider the following:

• The mounting surface and hardware must be able to support the
unit’s weight, 6 lbs. (2.7 kg).

• The area must be within the specified operating temperature range.

• Close proximity to a power source or wall outlet.

• The area or wall can accommodate signal and/or power conduits.

Note: Wiring can be routed through either cable feed.
Note: If you are using rigid (1/2” EMT) conduit, secure the conduit to the

bottom cable feed using two nuts, making sure the pipe doesn’t
extend beyond the thickness of the nut. Do not bend the cable
feed.

Once a mounting location has been chosen, perform the following:

1. Insert the key into the keyhole, turn clockwise, and remove the back
plate as shown. Set the terminal face up on a flat surface. Do not
remove the key.

2. Using the back plate as a template, mark the location of the upper
mounting hole on the wall. Mark a vertical line on the wall as a guide
to align the lower mounting hole.

3. Install a screw or anchor at the mark and hang the back plate from the
top-mounting hole. Level the back plate by centering the vertical line
in the bottom hole.

4. Mark the location of the bottom hole.

5. If using the square Cable Feed in the Backing Plate for power or
communications, mark this location.

6. Install another screw or anchor for the bottom-mounting hole and
secure the back plate to the wall.

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Relay Circuits

nWarning! All connections to the relay contacts must be Class 2

wiring with a maximum of 24 VDC, 1A.

Your MTX-15 is equipped with one relay NORMALLY OPEN (NO)
contact that can be used to control external equipment such as a bell or
buzzer. Connection to the contacts is via the screw terminal block on the
back panel PCB. The terminal block can be removed from the PCB to
facilitate wiring. The connections to the relay contacts must be Class 2
wiring with a maximum of 24 VDC, 1A.

Connections to the relay contacts are made as follows:

A typical wiring diagram for a bell circuit is shown below:

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