Keri Systems MS-4000 User Manual

MS-4000: ShootingStar Reader

The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader

The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader is intended for installation on a solid metal surface, in proximity
applications where a vandal-proof reader is required. The reader is housed in a weatherproof,
bulletproof stainless steel package.

1.0 Specifications

1.1 Dimensions

• 5.25 inches High x 2.00 inches Wide x 0.75 inches Deep

• 13.35 cm High x 5.08 cm Wide x 1.91 cm Deep

Figure 1: MS-4000 Dimensions

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1.2 Operating Voltage

• 5v to 14v DC @ 50 ma

1.3 Cable Specifications

• up to 500 feet using six conductor, shielded, stranded AWG 24 wire (such as Belden 9536)

2.0 Mounting Instructions

There are two methods for mounting the ShootingStar Reader on a solid metal surface (see Figure 1
on page 1).

1. To mount the reader from the outside, three holes need to be drilled. One through-hole (0.25" –
1/4") accommodates the reader cable. Two holes correspond with two 1/4", countersunk
through-holes in the face of the reader (hole size is dependent upon the size of the mounting
screw).

2. T o mount the reader from the inside, five holes need to be drilled. One through hole (0.25" – 1/

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4") accommodates the reader cable. Four 1/4" through holes correspond with four 1/4" x 20
tapped holes in the back of the reader. Drill these holes to accommodate 1/4" x 20 bolts.

NOTE: Do not mount the reader near sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) such as a
computer monitor. EMI degrades a reader's read range.

3.0 Connections

The ShootingStar Reader does not require configuration; there are no switches or jumpers to set.
The ShootingStar Reader is normally connected to a PXL-250, PXL-100, or IntelliProx, but can be
connected to an alternative host controller/alarm panel through an IntelliProx used in its Wiegand
input device mode. All connections needed to support the reader are made through the reader's
cable. Three of the wires on the MS-4000 cable are not used (Brown, White, and Green). Please
consult the tables on pages 2 and 3 for specific connection instructions.

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3.1 PXL-250 Connections

The "A" reader connects to TB5, pins 1, 3 and 4 (no connection is made to pins 2, 5, 6, and 7).
The "B" reader connects to TB6 pins 1, 3 and 4 (no connection is made to pins 2, 5, 6, and 7).

Connecting to the PXL-250 – TB5 or TB6

Pin # Function Wire Color

1 Reader Antenna Blue
2 no connection –
3 Reader Power Red
4 Reader Ground Black
4 Shield Silver
5 no connection –
6 no connection –
7 no connection –

Figure 2: PXL-250 Connections

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