Mircom TX3-200-8U-B, TX3-120U-A, TX3-200-8U, TX3-200-8U-A, TX3-1000-8U Installation And Operation Manual

TX3 Series

TELEPHONE ACCESS SYSTEMS

Installation and Operation Manual

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Copyright January 2017 Mircom Inc.

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Contents

1 Introduction 8

1.1 TX3 Systems 9

1.2 Features 10

1.3 Lobby Control Unit Enclosures 11

1.4 Lobby Control Unit Accessories 17

1.5 Mounting requirements from the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible
Design 17

1.6 Warranty and Special Notices 18

1.7 About This Manual 19

1.8 Contact Us 20

2 Enclosure Installation 22

2.1 Grounding the Telephone Access System 23

2.2 Installing the Enclosures and Lobby Control Unit 23

2.3 Installing the Heater 29

2.4 TX3-2000-8K-A Installation 30

3 TX3 System 36

3.1 TX3 System 37

3.2 Single Lobby Control Unit 38

3.3 Dual Lobby Control Units 40

3.4 Three Lobby Control Unit Configuration 41

3.5 Multiple Lobby Control Units 43

3.6 Networking TX3 Panels 44

3.7 Lobby Control Unit Wiring 47

4 Lobby Control Unit Setup 48

4.1 Controller Board 49

4.2 Controller Board Connectors - Bottom 51

4.3 Controller Board Connectors - Top 55

4.4 Modem Module 58

4.5 TX3-IP IP Module 59

4.6 RS-485 Add-on Module 59

4.7 Guard Phone Module 60

4.8 Guard Phone 61

4.9 Controller ID Setup 62

4.10 Configuration Using a PC 65

4.11 Updating Firmware 66

4.12 Beginning Configuration 66

5 NSL Relay Cabinet Installation and Wiring 68

5.1 NSL Relay Cabinet Mechanical Installation 69

5.2 NSL Relay Control Unit and Expanders 70

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5.3 Wiring the TX3-NSL-8M Main Controller Board 73

5.4 Updating Firmware 90

6 Elevator Restriction Unit Installation and Configuration 91

6.1 Elevator Restriction Cabinet Mechanical Installation 92

6.2 Elevator Restriction Units 94

6.3 Wiring the Elevator Restriction Unit 96

6.4 Elevator Restriction Controller Backplane 99

6.5 2012E Elevator Restriction Relay Card 100

6.6 Elevator Restriction Unit Configuration 101

6.7 Updating Firmware 103

7 Adding Controllers 104

7.1 Adding a Controller 105

8 Appendix 106

8.1 Specifications 107

9 Resident Operating Instructions 109

9.1 NSL Resident Operating Instructions 110

9.2 ADC Resident Operating Instructions 112

Warranty & Warning Information 113

Special Notices 116

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List of Figures

Figure 1 TX3-UFT Universal Series Flush Trim Ring 24
Figure 2 TX3-USFT Slim Line Universal Flush Trim Ring 27
Figure 3 Continental Enclosure Flush Mount 28
Figure 4 Heater TH-102 Installation Location 29
Figure 5 Dimensions of the 8 Line Kiosk (inc he s) 30
Figure 6 Reinforcement Bracket with bolts 31
Figure 7 Reinforcement Bracket with nuts 32
Figure 8 Kiosk Base Plate with bolts 32
Figure 9 Kiosk Mounting Holes 32
Figure 10 Base Plate Mounting Holes 33
Figure 11 Base Plate Dimensions (inches) 33
Figure 12 Fitting the Kiosk on the Base Plate 34
Figure 13 Fitting the Kiosk on the Base Plate (from below) 34
Figure 14 Attach the Kiosk to the base plate 35
Figure 15 Single Lobby Control Unit 38
Figure 16 Single Lobby Control Unit with ADC and NSL Lines 39
Figure 17 Single Entrance System Wiring 40
Figure 18 Dual Lobby Control Units 41
Figure 19 Multiple Lobby Control Units to Multiple Lines 42
Figure 20 Many Lobby Control Units to One Line 43
Figure 21 TX3 devices on an RS-485 network. 44
Figure 22 TX3 devices on an ethernet TCP/IP network. 45
Figure 23 Lobby control units using both ethernet and RS-485

networks 46
Figure 24 Lobby Control Unit Wiring 47
Figure 25 Lobby Control Unit Main Controller Board 49
Figure 26 Microphones and JW11 51
Figure 27 Controller Board Connectors - Bottom 51
Figure 28 Tamper Switch 53
Figure 29 RS-485 Connections 53
Figure 30 Power Supply 54
Figure 31 Controller Board Connectors - Top 55
Figure 32 Main Door Dry Contact Wiring 57
Figure 33 Modem Module Telephone Connectors 58
Figure 34 IP Module Data and Ethernet Connectors 59
Figure 35 RS-485 Add-on Module 60
Figure 36 Guard Phone Module 61
Figure 37 NSL Relay Cabinet 69
Figure 38 TX3-NSL-8M Relay Control Unit 71
Figure 39 NSL Expanders 72
Figure 40 TX3-NSL-8M Main Contr o lle r Boar d 73
Figure 41 NSL System with Telephone Line 75
Figure 42 NSL Controller Telephone Lines 76
Figure 43 NSL Backplane 78
Figure 44 ADSL-100 Filter Module Installation 79
Figure 45 Backplane Number Section 80
Figure 46 2012 NSL Relay Board 83
Figure 47 CA-71A BIX Block Wiring Configuration 84

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Figure 48 RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Wiring Configuration 87
Figure 49 Elevator Relay Cabinet 92
Figure 50 Lobby Control Unit with Elevator Restriction 94
Figure 51 Elevator Restriction Unit 95
Figure 52 Elevator Controller Board 96
Figure 53 Elevator Restriction Controller Board Wiring 98
Figure 54 Elevator Restriction Controller Backplane 99
Figure 55 2012E Elevator Restriction Relay Board 100

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List of Tables

Table 1 RS-485 Add-on Jumper Settings 60
Table 2 Lobby Control Unit SW1 DIP Switch Settings 63
Table 3 NSL Relay Cabinet Dimensions 70
Table 4 Sample Backplane Relay Addresses 81
Table 5 CA-71A BIX Block Identification Form 85
Table 6 RJ-71C Punch-Down Block Identification Form 88
Table 7 Lobby Control Unit SW2 DIP Switch Settings 101

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1 Introduction

This manual provides information about the installation and operation of the
Telephone Access System, and must be read in its entirety before beginning any
installation work.

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.

For warranty and special notices information see the Warranty and Special
Notices chapter on page 113.

Warning: The Telephone Access System assembly must be grounded by a

qualified electrician. An improperly grounded unit can result in
equipment malfunction and electrical shock.

This manual explains

• Lobby Control Unit Installation and Operation

• NSL Control Unit Installation and Operation

• Elevator Restriction Unit Installation and Operation

• Card Reader Unit Integration

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1.1 TX3 Systems

The Mircom's TX3 series of telephone access systems provide high quality two­way communication between residents and their visitors in a multi-unit dwelling
establishment.

The basic TX3 system consists of the TX3 Lobby Control Unit and depending on
the application, may be integrated with a combination of Mircom Elevator
Restriction Units, Card Access Units and Touch Screens. All access systems may
be networked together using either a peer-to-peer RS-485 connection, an ethernet
TCP/IP connections, or an ethernet TCP/IP network with RS-485 subnetworks.

The TX3 system is capable of providing ADC or NSL type telephone access
control from a single panel or from a networked system.

A maximum of 63 units are supported with any combination of Touch Screens,
Lobby Control Units, Elevator Restriction Units and Card Access Units. Valid
network addresses range from 1 to 63. One of the networked units with a real time
clock, such as Touch Screen, Lobby Control or Card Access must have their
network address set to 1. In addition, units can be connected to either an ethernet
TCP/IP network or a combination ethernet TCP/IP network with RS-485
subnetworks, both of which allow more than 64 units to be networked. See
Networking TX3 Panels on page 44 for more information.

Introduction

The access system can be configured as an autodialer controller (ADC) or as a no
subscriber line (NSL) system. Both system setups can be configured for multiple
entrances with independent doors and control devices such as electric door locks,
cameras, and garage doors.

1.1.1 ADC and NSL Capability

TX3 supports full ADC and NSL telephone connectivity from a single Telephone
Access System panel or from a networked system. A single panel supports up to
five ADC and/or NSL telephone lines.

An ADC connection requires a dedicated subscriber telephone line service
connected to an outside telephone line. This connection lets the visitor call the
tenant and access their voice mail.

An NSL type connection uses the existing building telephone lines for
communication and does not require a separate telephone line. This system may
consist of one or more Lobby Control Units connected to TX3-NSL-8M NSL
Units, typically located in the electrical/telephone room of a building. The NSL
units intercept all telephone lines into the building’s suites and communicate
directly to the resident phone using the Lobby Control Unit.

Note: Non-configurable PBX systems are not supported. For more

information, contact technical support at Mircom.

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1.1.2 Elevator Restriction Units

The TX3-ER-8 or TX3-ER-8-A Elevator Restriction Units limit building
accessibility by granting visitor access only to the destination floor.

1.1.3 Other Controllers

Other Mircom controllers, such as the Elevator Restrictor Unit and the Card
Access controller, may be networked with the Lobby Control Unit. The network
options include a peer-to-peer RS-485 network, an ethernet TCP/IP network, or a
combination ethernet TCP/IP network with RS-485 subnetworks. See
Networking TX3 Panels on page 44 for more information.

Notes: In order for a panel to connect to an ethernet TCP/IP network, it

must satisfy the following conditions.

• It must be IP capable. Panels that are IP capable are usually
denoted by a “-A” or “-B” at the end of their model names.

• If the panel is not a T ouch Screen, it must have a TX3-IP IP
Module installed.

Introduction

1.2 Features

Features of the TX3 series include:

• Stainless steel front panel

• Universal Series enclosure with a built-in rain hood

• Large scrolling 8 x 20 LCD display that eliminates the need for an external
directory

• Back-lit 16 digit keypad with dedicated operational buttons for Page Up,
Page Down, Call and Info

• Provisions for postal lock and camera

• Multilingual Display and Voice Greeting (English, French-Canadian and
Spanish) that provides instructions on how to use the Lobby Control Unit

• Concierge/Security Desk/Guard Phone capability

• Card Access Interface

• Supports both Auto Dialer (ADC) and NSL (no phone bill)

• Ability to network panels together (peer-to-peer)

• Hands free, full duplex communication

• Flexible one to four digit resident dial codes

• Dials up to 18 digit telephone numbers

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• System can be configured locally using the keypad or a computer with the

TX3 configuration software

• Upload/download configuration files without taking the whole system off-

line

• Programming from one location

• Records a maximum of 5000 event logs

• Elevator restriction capability

• Schedule based call restrictions provide more security and flexibility

• Auto Unlock to leave the main door based on the selected schedule

• Capability of one person testing the NSL controller without using the

Lobby Control Unit

• Industry Canada and F.C.C. approved

1.3 Lobby Control Unit Enclosures

Introduction

There are four series of enclosures for Lobby Control Units:
Universal Series. The Universal Series enclosure is an indoor/outdoor unit for

the scrolling Lobby Control Unit.
Universal Slim-Line Series. The Universal Slim-Line enclosure is an indoor/

outdoor unit that is narrower and longer than the Universal and Continental
series, and is for the scrolling Lobby Control Unit. This series is also available as
a kit.

Continental Series. The Continental Series is a stainless steel indoor unit larger
than the Universal Series and is for the scrolling Lobby Control Unit.

Kiosk Free Standing.

1.3.1 Universal Series

The Universal Series enclosures are surface or semi-flush mounted with the
Lobby Control Units. Optional flush trim rings are available for semi-flush and
flush installations. A rain hood is included allowing for outdoor use.

The following Universal Panel models use the Scrolling Directory:

TX3-120U and TX3-120U-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory plus Paper
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• Four-line by 20 character LCD display

• 120 name paper directory

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Introduction

• Main controller board for 200 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light Assembly

• TX3-120U-A is IP capable

TX3-200-8U, TX3-200-8U-A and TX3-200-8U-B: Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 200 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light Assembly

• Designed for outdoor applications

• TX3-200-8U-A and TX3-200-8U-B are IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-200-8U-B
only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately
(TX3-200-8U-B only)

TX3-1000-8U, TX3-1000-8U-A and TX3-1000-8U-B: Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 1000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light Assembly

• Designed for outdoor applications

• TX3-1000-8U-A and TX3-1000-8U-B are IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-1000-8U-B
only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately
(TX3-1000-8U-B only)

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TX3-2000-8U, TX3-2000-8U-A and TX3-2000-8U-B: Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 2000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light Assembly

• Designed for outdoor applications

• TX3-2000-8U-A and TX3-2000-8U-B are IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-2000-8U-B

only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately

(TX3-2000-8U-B only)

1.3.2 Universal Slim-Line Series

The Universal Slim-Line series enclosure houses the following models and can
be surface or semi-flush mounted:

Introduction

TX3-200-4U-A and TX3-200-4U-B: Slim-Line Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• 4 Line by 20 LCD character display

• Main controller board for 200 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Slim-line Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light

Assembly

• IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-200-4U-B

only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately

(TX3-200-4U-B only)

TX3-1000-4U-A and TX3-1000-4U-B: Slim-Line Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• 4 Line by 20 LCD character display

• Main controller board for 1000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Slim-line Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light

Assembly

• IP capable

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Introduction

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-1000-4U-B
only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately
(TX3-1000-4U-B only)

TX3-2000-4U-A and TX3-2000-4U-B: Slim-Line Electronic Scrolling
Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit

• 4 Line by 20 LCD character display

• Main controller board for 2000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Slim-line Universal Enclosure complete with Rain Hood and Light
Assembly

• IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-2000-4U-B
only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately
(TX3-2000-4U-B only)

1.3.3 Universal Slim-Line Kit

The Universal Slim-Line series is available as a kit:
TX3-NSL-12K. The TX3-NSL-12K kit consists of:

• TX3-200-4U slim-line entry panel with speaker and microswitch

for postal lock

• 4x20 LCD display

• PS-4P transformer plug

• TX3-NSL-8M Master NSL Relay Cabinet with one PS-4P

transformer plug

• 2012K Twelve Telephone Relay Kit with a 2012 Twelve Telephone

Relay board and a 9106 Cable

• RJ-71C Punch Down Block for outdoor applications

TX3-NSL-12K-A. This is the IP capable version of the TX3-NSL-12K and
comes with the TX3-200-4U-A panel instead of the TX3-200-4U.

The Universal Panel Accessories consist of the following:
Model TX3-UFT. Universal Flush mounting trim for use with TX3-120U, TX3-

200-8U, TX3-1000-8U and TX3-2000-8U. Stainless steel.
Model TX3-USFT. Universal Slim-Line Flush mounting trim for TX3-200-4U.

Stainless steel.

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1.3.4 Continental Series

The Continental Series enclosure for Lobby Control Units are flush mounted and
for indoor use only. The following Continental Series models use the Scrolling
Directory:

TX3-120C-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory plus Paper Directory Lobby
Control Unit Kit

• Lighted sign box for directory or bulletins

• 4 Line backlit LCD electronic directory

• Flush mount for indoor applications

• Provisions for postal lock and camera

TX3-200-8C-A and TX3-200-8C-B: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby
Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 200 residents

Introduction

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-200-8C-B

only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately

(TX3-200-8C-B only)

TX3-1000-8C-A and TX3-1000-8C-B: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby
Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 1000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-1000-8C-B

only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately

(TX3-1000-8C-B only)

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Introduction

TX3-2000-8C-A and TX3-2000-8C-B: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby
Control Unit Kit

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Main controller board for 2000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

• Provision for card reader (sold separately) or postal lock (TX3-2000-8C-B
only)

• Provision for TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, sold separately
(TX3-2000-8C-B only)

TX3-200-8CH-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit
with Handset

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Handset

• Main controller board for 200 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

TX3-1000-8CH-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit
with Handset

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Handset

• Main controller board for 1000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

TX3-2000-8CH-A: Electronic Scrolling Directory Lobby Control Unit Kit
with Handset

• Eight-line by 20 character LCD display

• Handset

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• Main controller board for 2000 residents

• PS-4P Transformer

• Continental Enclosure

• Designed for indoor applications

• IP capable

1.3.5 Kiosk Free Standing

TX3-2000-8K-A: 8 line Voice Entry panel, Kiosk style mount for 2000 names.

1.4 Lobby Control Unit Accessories

The Lobby Control Unit accessories consist of the following items:

• TX3-UFT Universal series flush trim ring.

• TX3-USFT Slim line Universal Series flush trim ring.

Introduction

• TX3-UGA Gooseneck mounting adapter designed for use with the

standard Universal Series enclosure for pedestals.

• TX3-USGA Gooseneck mounting adapter designed for use with the TX3-

200-4U Slim Line Universal enclosure pedestals.

• TH-102 Thermostat Heater with one PS-24P Transformer Plug

•CAM-2 TX3 Camera

• TX3-MDM Modem Module

• TX3-GPM Guard Phone Module

• TX3-USB-AD USB to RS-485 Adapter

• TX3-IP IP Module

• TX3-CX-1NP Single Door Control Module, PoE, 12 VDC, 24-48 VDC

1.5 Mounting requirements from the 2010 ADA St andards for Accessible Design

See http://www.ada.gov/ for more information.

308.2 Forward Reach.

308.2.1 Unobstructed. Where a forward reach is unobstructed, the high forward

reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low forward reach shall be
15 inches (380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

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Introduction

308.2.2 Obstructed High Reach. Where a high forward reach is over an
obstruction, the clear floor space shall extend beneath the element for a distance
not less than the required reach depth over the obstruction. The high forward
reach shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum where the reach depth is 20 inches
(510 mm) maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 20 inches (510 mm), the
high forward reach shall be 44 inches (1120 mm) maximum and the reach depth
shall be 25 inches (635 mm) maximum.

308.3 Side Reach.

308.3.1 Unobstructed. Where a clear floor or ground space allows a parallel

approach to an element and the side reach is unobstructed, the high side reach
shall be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum and the low side reach shall be 15 inches
(380 mm) minimum above the finish floor or ground.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. An obstruction shall be permitted between the clear floor or ground space and
the element where the depth of the obstruction is 10 inches (255 mm) maximum.

2. Operable parts of fuel dispensers shall be permitted to be 54 inches (1370 mm)
maximum measured from the surface of the vehicular way where fuel dispensers
are installed on existing curbs.

308.3.2 Obstructed High Reach. Where a clear floor or ground space allows a
parallel approach to an element and the high side reach is over an obstruction, the
height of the obstruction shall be 34 inches (865 mm) maximum and the depth of
the obstruction shall be 24 inches (610 mm) maximum. The high side reach shall
be 48 inches (1220 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 10 inches (255 mm)
maximum. Where the reach depth exceeds 10 inches (255 mm), the high side
reach shall be 46 inches (1170 mm) maximum for a reach depth of 24 inches (610
mm) maximum.

EXCEPTIONS:

1. The top of washing machines and clothes dryers shall be permitted to be 36
inches (915 mm) maximum above the finish floor.

2. Operable parts of fuel dispensers shall be permitted to be 54 inches (1370 mm)
maximum measured from the surface of the vehicular way where fuel dispensers
are installed on existing curbs.

1.6 Warranty and S pecial Notices

Mircom values your business and always attempts to provide you with the very
best service.

Please see the Warranty and Special Notices chapter on page 113 for information
about the warranty and special notices about equipment use.

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1.7 About This Manual

This manual provides comprehensive information on the installation and
configuration of the TX3 Series Telephone Access System by the installation
technician. Tasks are described in the order that they are likely to be performed.

1.7.1 Version Control

The version number appears on the front cover and changes whenever there is a
major or minor update to any part of the system regarding operation or
configuration.

The following convention indicates major or minor changes:

Initial release. Version 1.00.0
Major change. Version 2.00.0
Minor change. Version 2.01.0

Introduction

Pre-release changes. Version 2.01.1

1.7.2 Additional Documentation

For additional documentation, see the following Mircom literature:

• TX3-CX Touch Screen Administrators Guide LT-995

• TX3-CX Card Access System Installation and Operation Manual LT-980

• LT-1160 TX3-CX-A8 Aperio Interface Panel Installation and Operation
Manual.

• TX3 Telephone Access System User’s Guide LT-968

• TX3 Two Door Card Access System Kit Catalogue Number 6531

• TX3 Series Elevator Restriction Accessories Catalogue Number 6532

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1.8 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.

1.8.1 General Inquiries

Introduction

For general inquiries call us at the following numbers:

Toll Free: 1-888-660-4655
Local: 905-660-4655

1.8.2 Customer Service

Customer service is available at the following numbers:

Toll Free: 1-888-MIRCOM5
Local: 905-695-3535
Local Fax: [phone]
Toll-Free Fax: [phone]

1.8.3 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. Visit www.mircom.com/chat.

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1.8.4 Email

As a customer you quickly become informed on how we can help with new
products and technologies. Contact Mircom at [e-mail].

1.8.5 Technical Support

For technical support contact Mircom’s Technical Support Department between
8 A.M. and 5 P.M. (EST) Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Toll Free: 1-888-MIRCOM5
Local: 905-695-3535
Local Phone: [phone]
Toll Free Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Introduction

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2 Enclosure Installation

This chapter provides information on how to install the various enclosures and
panels.

This chapter explains

• Enclosure installation

• Lobby Control Unit installation

• Heater installation

• TX3-2000-8K-A Installation

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Enclosure Installation

2.1 Grounding the T elephone Access System

Grounding reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an alternate escape
route for the electrical current. Telephone Access System is equipped with a
16 gauge electrical wire attached to the panel chassis ground post.

To ground the Telephone Access System attach one end of the supplied cable to
a suitable grounding wire and connect it to the site ground.

2.2 Installing the Enclosures and Lobby Control Unit

Lobby Control Units use one of the following three types of Lobby Control Unit
enclosures:

Universal Series. The Universal Series are surface or semi-flush mounted with
the lobby Lobby Control Units. Optional flush trim rings are available for semi­flush and flush installations. The semi-flush trim is the TX3-UFT. A rain hood is
included allowing for outdoor use.

Universal Slim-Line Series. The Universal Slim-Line series enclosure houses
the TX3-200-4U model and can be surface or semi-flush mounted. The semi­flush trim is the TX3-USFT.

Continental Series. The Continental Series enclosure for Lobby Control Units
are flush mounted.

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2.2.1 Installing the Universal enclosure

10 5/8"

13 1/8 "

16 1/4”

19 5/8"

2 3/4"

4 1/2 "

Dimension of the Enclosure without
the flush trim.

Cut out in wall should be :

16.25” H x 10.6”W x 2.75” D at the bottom

3” at the top

Universal
Enclosure

Semi-Flush Trim
TX3-UFT

The Universal enclosure mounts inside the wall with or without the TX3-UFT
Universal Series Flush Trim Ring TX3-UFT. This Trim Ring houses the
universal series enclosure as shown in Figure 1.

Enclosure Installation

Figure 1. TX3-UFT Universal Series Flush Trim Ring

To install the Universal e nclosure with the Flush Trim Ring to the
wall stud

1. Find a suitable location for the enclosure next to a wall stud.

2. Using the enclosure as a template, trace an opening in the wall for the cut
out with one side aligned with the side of the wall stud.

3. Cut an opening in the wall ensuring that one side is aligned with the wall
stud.

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4. Using the semi-flush trim ring as a template, insert the trim ring into the

wall cut out and mark the top mounting hole location as shown in Figure 1.
Ensure that at least one side is beside a wall stud.

5. Place the screw halfway into the wall into the marked hole location using

the supplied screw.

6. Hang the Trim Ring onto the top screw.

7. Screw the lower two screw at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the

wall.

8. Tighten the two screws into place.

9. Insert the universal enclosure with the rain hood inside the trim ring.

10. Secure the universal enclosure into the trim ring using the supplied four

screws as shown in Figure 1.

To surface mount the Univ ersal enclosure

1. Find a suitable location for the Universal enclosure over a wall stud.

2. Using the Universal enclosure as a template, mark the two side mounting

hole locations as indicated in Figure 1. Ensure that at least one side is over
a wall stud.

3. Remove the enclosure and place the screws halfway into the marked hole

location and wall stud using the supplied screws.

4. Place the Universal enclosure onto the two screws.

5. Screw the two side screws of the Universal enclosure halfway into the

wall.

6. Tighten all four screws into place.

Note: The enclosure can also be mounted directly onto the drywall using

anchors.

To install the Universal enclosur e with the Flush Trim Ring to the
back wall

1. Find a suitable location for the enclosure. Using the enclosure as a

template trace an opening in the wall for the cut out.

2. Cut an opening in the wall.

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3. Using the semi-flush trim ring as a template, insert the trim ring into the
wall cut out and mark the top two mounting hole locations as shown in
Figure 1.

4. Place the screws halfway into the wall into the marked hole location using
the supplied screws.

5. Place the Trim Ring onto the two screws.

6. Screw the lower two screws at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the
wall.

7. Remove the screws and trim ring.

8. Place the universal enclosure with the rain hood, inside the trim ring and
insert into the wall cut out.

9. Tighten all four screws into place.

To install the Universal enclosure without the Flush Trim Ring to the
back wall

1. Using the semi-flush trim ring as a template, insert the Universal enclosure
into the wall cut out and mark the top two mounting hole locations as
indicated in Figure 1.

2. Place the screws halfway into the wall into the marked hole location using
the supplied screws.

3. Place the Universal enclosure onto the two screws.

4. Screw the lower two screws at the bottom of the Universal enclosure
halfway into the wall.

5. Tighten all four screws into place.

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2.2.2 Installing the Universal Slim-line enclosure

UNIVERSAL SLIM
LINE ENCLOSURE

TX3-USFT S L I M LINE
SEMI-FLUSHTRIM

6 13/32 "

8

7/8"

16 1/4"

19

5/8"

2 3/4"

4 1/2 "

Dimension of the Universal Slim Line Enclosure
without the flush trim is:

16.25” H x 6.4”W x 2.75“D at bottom, 3” D at top

The Universal enclosure mounts inside the wall with or without the Universal
Series Flush Trim Ring TX3-USFT. The Trim Ring houses the universal series
enclosure as shown in Figure 2

Enclosure Installation

Figure 2. TX3-USFT Slim Line Universal Flush Trim Ring

To install the Universal Slim-line enclosure with or without the Flush
Trim Ring

1. Follow the instructions in section 2.2.1 using the Universal Slim-line

enclosure.

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2.2.3 Installing the Continental enclosure

10 3/8"

12"

Use the two side
slots for mounting
the box to the
wall stud

16 7/8"

18 1/2"

Cut out in wall should be :
16 7/8” H x 10 3/8”W x 3” D

Outside Frame dimensions are:
18 1/2”H x 12”W x 1/2” D

WALL

FRONT

OUTSIDE
FRAME

SIDE VIEW

BACKBOX

MOUNTING
KNOCKOUTS

3.0 ”

0.5 ”

TOP

The Continental enclosure back box must be
flush mounted with wall

GROUND
SCREW
LOCATION

The Continental enclosure flush mounts directly inside the wall to the wall stud as
shown in Figure 3. Mount the back box flush with the wall and right-side up (the
ground screw location is at the bottom).

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Figure 3. Continental Enclosure Flush Mount

To install the Continental enclosure

1. Find a suitable location for the Continental enclosure beside a wall stud.

2. Using the enclosure as a template, trace an opening in the wall for the cut
out with one side aligned with the side of the wall stud.

3. Cut an opening in the wall ensuring that one side is aligned with the wall
stud.

4. Insert the enclosure into the wall cutout and using the enclosure as a
template mark the top mounting hole location as shown in the side view in
Figure 3. Ensure that at least one side is beside a wall stud.

5. Remove the enclosure and place the screw halfway into the wall into the
marked hole location using the supplied screw.

6. Place the enclosure onto the top screw.

7. Screw the lower two screw at the bottom of the trim ring halfway into the

24V A C

PS-24 TRANSFORMER

18 AWG
TW ISTED PAIR

120V A C
60 HZ

UNIVERSAL
ENCLOSURE

TH-102 HE ATER

wall.

8. Tighten the two screws into place.

2.3 Installing the Heater

For temperatures where the Telephone Access System operates below 0°C
(32°F) at any time, a heater must be installed inside the Universal enclosure as
shown in Figure 4.

For additional information refer to LT-653 TH-102 Heater Installation
Instructions.

Enclosure Installation

Figure 4. Heater TH-102 Installation Location

To install the heater

1. Place the TH-102 Heater into the bottom left hand corner of the Universal

enclosure and secure using the two supplied spacers and two hex nuts.

2. Connect the TH-102 heater to the PS-24 Transformer 24 Vac terminal

screws using a pair of #18 AWG wires.

Note: The transformer must be installed outside the enclosure.

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2.4 TX3-2000-8K-A Installation

50.117 "

17.950 "

14.187 "

Enclosure Installation

Figure 5 Dimensions of the 8 Line Kiosk (inches)

The Kiosk mounts to the floor inside the building near the entrance, close to the
power source and telephone infrastructure. Access for the power and
communication cables is provided through a cutout in the base plate.

To install the Kiosk you must:

• Remove the reinforcement bracket and the base plate.

• Attach the base plate to the floor, and run the wiring through the base plate
opening.

• Attach the Kiosk to the base plate.

• Attach the reinforcement bracket to the Kiosk.

Follow the instructions below to complete these steps.
You will need:
4 bolts to attach the base plate to the floor. The holes in the base plate are 0.406”

in diameter.

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