
Overview
CHAP T E R
4
Connecting a Cisco Input Module
The optional Cisco Input Module (Figure 4-1) is attached to a Cisco Physical Access Gateway or Cisco
Reader Module to provide additional connections for up to ten input devices. Each connection can be
configured as supervised or unsupervised. A supervised connection is a four- state connection to
determine if the connection is (1) short (2) is open (3)normal state or (4) alarm state. An unsupervised
input indicates only normal or alarm.
Figure 4-1 Cisco Input Module
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The optional Cisco Input Module is connected to a Cisco Physical Access Gateway or Cisco Reader
Module using a CAN connection to provide connections for additional input devices, as, as shown in
Figure 4-2.
Figure 4-2 Cisco Reader Module connected to the Cisco Physical Access Gateway
Cisco Input or Output
Module (Optional)
Additional
Input/Output devices
CAN connection
Access Layer
Door Readers
and Input/Output
devices
Ethernet
Cisco
Access Gateway
CAN connection
switch
Cisco
IP Network
Cisco Access
Control Manager
Door Readers
and Input/Output
devices
Additional
Input/Output devices
Package Contents
Each Cisco Input Module includes the following:
• 20 resistors (1K) for input supervision
• 2 mounting brackets, with 4 screws for each bracket
• Regulatory compliance and safety information
• Quick start guide
Cisco Reader
Module (Optional)
CAN connection
Cisco Input or Output
Module (Optional)
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• Connector plugs:
Type Quantity
3 Pin 1
2 Pin 13
Physical Overview and Port Description
Each Cisco Input Module includes 10 ports for connecting additional input devices. as shown in
Figure 4-3.
Figure 4-3 Cisco Input Module Ports and Connectors
Physical Overview and Port Description
6
5
1
2
4
3
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