Rosslare AC-A41, AC-A42 Installation And Programming Manual

2013

June

AC-A4x Family

Indoor Standalone Controller

Installation and Programming Manual

Models:

AC-A41
AC-A42

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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction ................................................................ 8

1.1 Reader/Controller Types........................................................... 8

1.2 Key Features ........................................................................... 8

1.3 Equipment .............................................................................. 9

1.4 Additional Equipment .............................................................. 9

2. Technical Specifications ............................................ 10

3. Installation ................................................................ 11

3.1 Mounting ............................................................................. 11

3.2 Wiring .................................................................................. 13

4. Normal, Secure, and Master Users ............................ 15

5. Modes of Operation .................................................. 16

6. Changing the Modes of Operation ........................... 17

6.1 Changing from Normal to Secure Mode ................................. 17

6.2 Changing from Secure to Normal Mode ................................. 17

6.3 Changing from Normal to Bypass Mode ................................. 18

6.4 Changing from Bypass Mode to Normal Mode ....................... 18

7. Auxiliary Input and Output ...................................... 19

8. REX Button ................................................................ 20

9. Case and Back Tamper .............................................. 21

10. BL-D40 External Sounder .......................................... 22

11. Programming the AC-A4x ......................................... 23

11.1 Entering Programming Mode ................................................. 24

11.2 Exiting Programming Mode ................................................... 24

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11.3 Changing the Open Code ...................................................... 25

11.4 Changing the Auxiliary Code ................................................. 25

11.5 Changing the Programming Code .......................................... 26

11.6 Changing the Normal/Secure Code ........................................ 27

11.7 Changing the Normal/Bypass Code and Door Chime Settings .. 27

11.8 Defining the Auxiliary Input and Output ................................. 28

11.9 Setting Fail Safe/Secure Operation, Tamper Siren Time, and Lock

Strike Release Time................................................................ 31

11.10 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes .................................. 32

11.10.1 Primary Codes............................................................................... 32

11.10.2 Secondary Codes .......................................................................... 32

11.10.3 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes ........................................ 32

11.10.4 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes Using the Standard Method

..................................................................................................... 33

11.10.5 Enrolling Secondary Codes Using the Code Search Method .......... 34

11.11 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes ................................... 35

11.11.1 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes Using the Standard Method

..................................................................................................... 35

11.11.2 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes Using the Code Search

Method ........................................................................................ 36

11.12 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code Assignment ........... 37

11.12.1 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code Assignment using

Standard Method ......................................................................... 38

11.12.2 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code Assignment using Search

Method ........................................................................................ 38

11.13 Return to Factory Default Settings .......................................... 39

11.14 Replacing a Lost Programming Code ...................................... 40

11.15 Replacing a Lost Normal/Secure Code .................................... 40

A. Limited Warranty ...................................................... 41

List of Figures

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List of Figures

Figure 1: AC-A4x Controller – Labeled Diagram .............................................. 11

Figure 2: AC-A4x Controller – Mounting Holes and Terminal Blocks ............... 12

Figure 3: Wiring the Lock Strike Relay and REX ................................................ 13

Figure 4: Wiring the Auxiliary Input and Output .............................................. 13

Figure 5: Wiring the BL-D40 External Sounder ................................................. 14

List of Tables

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List of Tables

Table 1: Programming Menus.......................................................................... 23

Table 2: Quick Reference Guide for Auxiliary Mode Setting ............................. 30

Notice and Disclaimer

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Notice and Disclaimer

This manual’s sole purpose is to assist installers and/or users in the safe and
efficient installation and usage of the system and/or product, and/or software
described herein.

B

EFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL AND/OR USE THE SYSTEM, THE INSTALLER AND THE

USER MUST READ THIS MANUAL AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH ALL SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS AND OPERATING PROCEDURES

.

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and/or product configuration you purchased.

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Introduction

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1. Introduction

The AC-A4x access control units are indoor standalone controllers.
The units accept up to 500 users and allow entry via a personal
identification number (PIN) and/or by presenting a proximity card

1.1 Reader/Controller Types

The two types of units described in this manual are:

Keypad Type PIN Proximity

AC-A41

Standard  

AC-A42

Standard  

1.2 Key Features

 Built in keypad for PIN code entry
 Built-in proximity card reader (125 KHz ASK modulation) (AC-A42

only)

 Auxiliary Input and Auxiliary Output
 Eight Auxiliary Modes including Door Ajar, Forced Door, Shunt,

Door Monitor, and Normal/Secure

 Internal buzzer
 Comes with security screw and security screw tool
 Two status/programming interface LEDs
 Three user levels (Normal User, Secure User, Master User)
 Three modes of operation (Normal Mode, Bypass Mode, Secure

Mode)

 "Code Search" feature simplifies maintaining user codes
 Input for REX button
 Lock Strike Electronic Relay with built-in suppressor protection
 Comes with mounting template for easier installation
 Built-in case and back tamper

Introduction

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 Bell, chime, siren, and strobe features available with BL-D40
 Bell, chime, siren, battery backup, tamper output (open collector

20 mA) features available with PS-X41 (output power 1.2 A) and
PS-X42 (output power 1.8 A)

 Programmable siren time
 Programmable Lock Strike Release Time

1.3 Equipment

The following equipment is provided in every AC-A4x package:

 AC-A4x Access Control Unit
 Installation kit
 Installation and operating instructions

1.4 Additional Equipment

The following additional equipment is required:

 Electric Lock Strike Mechanism – Fail Safe (Power to Lock) or Fail

Secure (Power to Open)

 Power supply with backup battery – 12 to 16 VDC (from a

regulated power supply)

 Request to Exit (REX) button – Normally Open Type; switch is

closed when pressed.

 BL-D40 External Sounder (optional) – Provides siren, bell, and

chime functions to AC-A4x

Other Rosslare accessories can be found at Rosslare's website:

http://www.rosslaresecurity.com

Technical Specifications

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2. Technical Specifications

Electrical Characteristics

Operating Voltage Range

12–16 VDC
From a regulated power supply

Input Current

Standby: 40 mA (excluding attached
devices)

Max: 100 mA (excluding attached
devices)

Relay Outputs

 Lock Strike Relay – 3.5 A with built-

in suppressor protection



Auxiliary Relay – Form C, 1 A

Inputs

 REX: N.O., Dry Contact
 Auxiliary Input (In/Monitor):

 Monitor mode: N.C., Dry

Contact

 Input Mode: N.O., Dry Contact

LEDs

Two tri-colored LEDs

Built-In Proximity Reader (AC­A42)

 Read Range:* 3.5 in. (90 mm)
 Modulation: ASK at 125 kHz

 Compatible cards: All 26-Bit EM

cards

Environmental Characteristics

Operating Temperature

-25°F to 145°F (-32°C to 63°C)

Operating Humidity

0 to 95% (non-condensing)

Mechanical Characteristics

Dimensions
Length x Width x Depth

4.80 in. x 2.95 in. x 0.94 in.
(122 x 75 x 24 mm)

Weight

0.3 lb (140 g)

* Measured using Rosslare Proximity Card (AT-11/12) or equivalent.

Range also depends on electrical environment and proximity to
metal

Installation

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3. Installation

3.1 Mounting

Before starting, select the location to mount the AC-A4x controller.
This location should be at shoulder height and on the same side as
the door handle.

The controller is designed to be easily mounted onto a US Gang Box.

1. Remove the Bezel Screw from the unit (see Figure 1).

Figure 1: AC-A4x Controller – Labeled Diagram

2. Screw the controller onto a US Gang Box through the two
mounting holes provided (see Figure 2).

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Figure 2: AC-A4x Controller – Mounting Holes and Terminal Blocks

3. Pass the wires through the exit/entry holes and attach them to
the controller's terminal blocks, as shown in Figure 3 and Figure

5).

4. Replace the controller’s bezel and replace the factory default
screw with the security screw that is provided in the installation
kit. A security screw tool is also provided in the installation kit.

AC-A4x

Installation

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3.2 Wiring

Three typical wiring diagrams are shown in Figure 3 through Figure 5.

Figure 3: Wiring the Lock Strike Relay and REX

Figure 4: Wiring the Auxiliary Input and Output

AC-A4x

AC-A4x

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Figure 5: Wiring the BL-D40 External Sounder

For other wiring diagram examples, refer to the support section of the
Rosslare website:

http://www.rosslaresecurity.com/.

AC-A4x

Normal, Secure, and Master Users

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4. Normal, Secure, and Master Users

The AC-A4x series accept up to 500 users and provide entry via the
use of proximity cards and/or PIN codes. Each user is provided with
two code memory slots: Memory Slot 1 (Primary code) and Memory
Slot 2 (Secondary code). For the AC-A42, the two memory slots can
be programmed as proximity cards, PIN codes, or a combination of
both proximity cards and PIN codes.

The way that the two memory slots are programmed determines a
user's access level and also determines the way that the units grant
access in their three modes of operation (Chapter 5).

There are three user levels:

 Normal User – A Normal User only has a Primary code and is only

granted access when the AC-A4x is in Normal or Bypass mode.

 Secure User – A Secure User must have a Primary and Secondary

codes programmed; the two codes cannot be the same. The
Secure User can gain access when the AC-A4x is in any of its
three modes of operation. In Normal mode, the Secure User must
use a Primary code to gain entry. In Secure mode, the Secure User
must present both a Primary and Secondary code to gain entry.

 Master User – A Master User must have both Primary and

Secondary codes programmed with the same Proximity card or
PIN code. The Master User can gain access during any mode of
operation by presenting the Proximity card (AC-A42 only) or
entering the PIN code. (The Master User is convenient, but is less
secure than a Secure User.)

Modes of Operation

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5. Modes of Operation

• In the Operation chapter, “code” refers to a PIN code or proximity
card depending on the unit you have.

• Memory slots can be a proximity card or PIN code depending on
the unit you have.

The AC-A4x series have three modes of operation:

 Normal mode – Mode LED is green

Normal Mode is the default mode. In Normal mode, the door is
locked until a Primary code is presented to the controller. Special
codes such as “Open Code” and “Auxiliary Code” are active in
Normal mode (see Sections 11.3 and 11.4).

 Bypass mode – Mode LED is orange

In Bypass mode, access to the premises is dependent on whether
the controller's Lock Strike Relay is programmed for Fail Safe
Operation or for Fail Secure Operation.

When the Lock Strike Relay is programmed for Fail Secure
Operation, the door is locked until the door bell button is
pressed. When the Lock Strike Relay is programmed for Fail Safe
Operation, the door is constantly unlocked.

 Secure mode – Mode LED is red

Only Secure and Master Users can access the premises during the
Secure Mode. A Secure User must enter a Primary and a
Secondary code to gain entry. After entering the Primary code,
the Door LED flashes green for 10 seconds, during which time the
Secondary code must be entered. A Master User only needs to
present the Proximity card or enter the PIN code once to gain
entry.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Red

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6. Changing the Modes of
Operation

6.1 Changing from Normal to Secure Mode

The default factory setting for the Normal/Secure code is 3838.

To change from Normal to Secure mode:

1. Enter the 4-digit Normal/Secure code.

The Mode LED flashes red.

2. Press # to confirm the mode change.

The Mode LED turns red.

The Auxiliary Input can also be used to switch the Mode of Operation
from Normal to Secure and vice versa (see Section 11.8).

6.2 Changing from Secure to Normal Mode

The default factory setting for the Normal/Secure code is 3838.

To change from Secure to Normal mode:

1. Enter the 4-digit Normal/Secure code.

The Mode LED flashes green.

2. Press # to confirm the mode change.

The Mode LED turns green.

The Auxiliary Input can also be used to switch the Mode of Operation
from Secure to Normal and vice versa (see Section 11.8).

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Mode

Door

Red

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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6.3 Changing from Normal to Bypass Mode

See Section 11.7 to create/modify the Normal/Bypass code.

To change from Normal to Bypass mode:

1. Enter the 4-digit Normal/Bypass code.

The Mode LED flashes orange.

2. Press # to confirm the mode change.

The Mode LED turns orange.

6.4 Changing from Bypass Mode to Normal
Mode

See Section 11.7 to create/modify the Normal/Bypass code.

To change from Bypass to Normal mode:

1. Enter the 4-digit Normal/Bypass code.

The Mode LED flashes green.

2. Press # to confirm the mode change.

The Mode LED turns green.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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7. Auxiliary Input and Output

For optimum usability in different applications, the controller’s
auxiliary input and output can be configured in 8 different modes of
operation (see Section 11.8).

REX Button

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8. REX Button

The REX button is used to open the door without the use of proximity
card or PIN code, and must be located inside the premises to be
secured. It is usually located in a convenient location, such as inside
the door or at a receptionist's desk. The function of the REX button
depends on whether the Lock Strike Relay is programmed for Fail Safe
Operation or for Fail Secure Operation. The door chime in the BL-D40
does not sound when the REX button is used to open the door.

 Fail Secure Operation: From the moment the REX button is

pressed, the door remains unlocked until the Lock Strike Release
Time passes. After this time, the door is locked even if the REX
Button is not released.

 Fail Safe Operation: From the moment the REX Button is pressed,

the door remains unlocked until the REX Button is released and
the Lock Strike Release Time passes. In this case, the Lock Strike
Relay only begins its countdown once the REX Button is released.

Case and Back Tamper

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9. Case and Back Tamper

If the case of the controller is opened or the controller is removed
from the wall, a tamper event is triggered and a coded tamper signal
is sent to a BL-D40, PS-X41 Series, or PS-X42 Series Power Supply, or
to another compatible device.

If the BL-D40 External Sounder, PS-x41 Series, or PS-x42 Series Power
Supplies receive a tamper event signal, it activates a siren, and if
available, a strobe light. The siren time can be easily programmed in
the AC-A4x unit from zero to nine minutes.

You can clear a tamper event by entering a valid User or Open code
to open the Lock Strike Output in the current mode of operation. For
example, while in Secure mode, you cannot use the Open code to
clear the tamper event, because the Open code does not work in
Secure mode. However, you can apply a Master code or Secure code
to clear the tamper event in Secure mode.

BL-D40 External Sounder

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10. BL-D40 External Sounder

The BL-D40 External Sounder is compatible with the AC-x31, AC-x32,
AC-x41, and AC-x42 series of standalone controllers. (For a more up­to-date list of compatible products, check the Rosslare website at

www.rosslaresecurity.com.) It is designed to operate indoors and is

installed within the premises to be secured. The sounder can be
powered by a 16 VAC or 12 to 24 VDC power supply.

The BL-D40 is capable of emitting four different types of alerts, both
audible and visual: Bell, Door Chime, Siren, and Strobe Light.

 The bell always sounds when the controller's doorbell button is

pressed.

 The door chime can be programmed to sound whenever the

controller unlocks the door (the door chime does not sound when
the REX button is used to open the door).

 The siren can be programmed to sound when the case of the

controller is opened or when the controller is removed from the
wall. The controller can also program the length of the siren in
the BL-D40.

The controller communicates with the BL-D40 using a coded
proprietary Rosslare communications protocol. This provides a more
secure link between the controller and the BL-D40. If the BLD40
receives any unrecognized codes on its communication line, or
communication between the controller and the BL-D40 are severed,
the strobe flashes repeatedly until the communication problem is
resolved.

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11. Programming the AC-A4x

You can program the AC-A4x solely via the unit's keypad-driven
programming menu system. To reach the programming menu system,
first place the unit into Programming mode (see Section 11.1).

During the AC-A4x manufacturing process, certain codes and settings
are pre-programmed. These settings are called the default factory
settings.

Table 1 shows the names of all the AC-A4x menus. It also shows all
the unit’s default factory codes and settings.

Table 1: Programming Menus

Menu Number Menu Description Factory Settings

1 Change Open Code 1 2580

2 Change Auxiliary Code 0852

3 Change Program Code 1234

4 Change Normal/Secure Code 3838

5 Change Normal/Bypass Code N/A

6 Change Door Release Time 0004

Define Auxiliary Inputs/Outputs 2004

7 Enroll proximity cards, PIN code

or both

8 Delete Proximity cards or PIN

code

9 Code Assignment with

Strike/Auxiliary

0 Return to default factory settings

A complete description and instructions for each of the above menu
items is detailed in the following subsections.

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11.1 Entering Programming Mode

To enter Programming mode:

1. Press # for two seconds.

The Mode LED turns off and the Door LED
turns red.

2. Enter your 4-digit Programming code.

If the Programming code is valid, the door
LED turns green and the unit goes into
Programming mode.

The unit must be in Normal mode to enter the Programming
mode.

The factory default Programming code is 1234.
If a Programming code is not entered within five seconds, the

unit returns to Normal mode.

11.2 Exiting Programming Mode

To exit Programming mode:

1. Press # for two seconds.

Three beeps are emitted.
The Door LED turns off.
The Mode LED turns green, indicating that

the unit has returned to Normal mode.

Wrong entries may reset the controller back to Normal mode.
While in Programming mode, if no key is pressed for one

minute, the unit exits Programming mode and returns to
Normal mode.

In certain Programming modes, a quick press on # may also
return the system to Normal mode.

Mode

Door

Red

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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11.3 Changing the Open Code

The Open code is mainly used as a method to quickly test the Lock
Strike Relay during installation.

The default factory setting for Open code is 2580.
When the first user is added to the controller, the default Open code

is automatically deleted, and is ready for a new Open code to be re­entered.

To change the Open code:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 1 to enter Menu 1.

The Mode LED turns red.

3. Enter the new 4-digit code that you want

to set as the Open code.

The system returns to Normal mode:

 The Door LED turns off.
 The Mode LED turns green.

The Open code does not function in Secure mode.
Wrong entries return the controller to Normal mode.
Code 0000 erases and deactivates the Open code.

11.4 Changing the Auxiliary Code

The Auxiliary code is mainly used as a method to quickly test the Lock
Strike Relay during installation.

The default factory setting for the Auxiliary code is 0852.
When the first user is added to the controller, the default Auxiliary

code is automatically deleted, and is ready for a new Auxiliary code to
be re-entered.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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To change the Auxiliary code:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 2 to enter Menu 2.

The Mode LED turns orange.

3. Enter the new 4-digit code that you want

to set as the Auxiliary code.

The system returns to Normal mode:

 Three beeps are emitted.
 The Door LED turns off.
 The Mode LED turns green.

The Auxiliary code does not function in Secure mode.
Auxiliary code only works when the Auxiliary mode is 1 or 2.
Code 0000 erases and deactivates the Auxiliary code.

11.5 Changing the Programming Code

To change the Programming code:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 3 to enter Menu 3.

The Mode LED turns green.

3. Enter the new 4-digit code that you want

to set as the Programming code.

The system returns to Normal mode:

 Three beeps are emitted.
 The Door LED turns off.
 The Mode LED turns green.

Mode

Door

Green

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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The Programming code cannot be erased; code 0000 is invalid
and does not erase the Programming code.

11.6 Changing the Normal/Secure Code

To change the Normal/Secure code:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 4 to enter Menu 4.

The Mode LED flashes red.

3. Enter the new 4-digit code that you want

to set as the Normal/Secure code.

The system returns to Normal mode:

 Three beeps are emitted.
 The Door LED turns off.
 The Mode LED turns green.

When the Auxiliary Mode is 1, 2, 3, or 4, the Auxiliary
Input takes priority over the Normal/Secure code.

11.7 Changing the Normal/Bypass Code and
Door Chime Settings

The Normal/Bypass code is also used to turn the door chime off and
on.

To change the Normal/Bypass code and Door Chime Settings:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 5 to enter Menu 5.

The Mode LED flashes orange.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Green

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3.

There are four different ways to program the Normal/Bypass code

and door chime:

 Disable both Bypass code

and the door

chime. Enter the code 0000.

 Disable Bypass code and enable the

door chime. Enter the code 0001.

 Enable Bypass code and disable the

door chime. Enter any code ending
with 0.

 Enable Bypass code and enable the

door chime. Enter a code not ending
with 0.

The system returns to Normal mode:

 Three beeps are emitted.
 The Door LED turns off.
 The Mode LED turns green.

The door is only generated when the Lock Strike Relay is
activated due to a valid code entry.

11.8 Defining the Auxiliary Input and Output

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 6 to enter Menu 6.

The Mode LED flashes green.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Green

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3. Construct a code using the following

instructions:

Auxiliary Mode
Auxiliary Setting

 Auxiliary Mode

In addition to the Lock Strike Relay and Lock Strike REX, the
controller features an Auxiliary Output Relay and an Auxiliary
Input. The Auxiliary mode defines the function of the
Auxiliary Input and Output.

The Auxiliary mode also determines if the Auxiliary Output
Relay is set for Fail Safe or Fail Secure Operation.

 Auxiliary Settings

Each of the Auxiliary modes has a two-digit setting that
affects how the Auxiliary mode functions.

The system returns to Normal mode.
You hear three beeps.
The Door LED turns off and the Mode LED

turns green.

Mode

Door

Green

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Table 2: Quick Reference Guide for Auxiliary Mode Setting

Aux. Mode Aux. Input

Function

Aux. Output
Activated by

Aux. Relay Aux. Settings

(in seconds)

0 REX-2 Valid code or REX-2 N.O. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay

Release Time
00 Aux. Relay Toggles

1 Normal/Secure switch Valid code N.O. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay

Release Time
00 Aux. Relay Toggles

2 Normal/Secure switch Bell button N.O. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay

Release Time
00 Aux. Relay Toggles

3 Normal/Secure switch Tamper event N.C. 01 to 99 Aux. Relay

Release Time
00 Aux. Relay

activated by Tamper

4 Normal/Secure switch Direct shunt N.O.

00 to 99 Shunt time

5 Door Monitor Shunt N.C. 00 to 99 Maximum

shunt time

6 Door Monitor Forced door N.C. 00 to 99 Forced delay

7 Door Monitor Door ajar N.C.

00 to 99 Ajar delay

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11.9 Setting Fail Safe/Secure Operation, Tamper
Siren Time, and Lock Strike Release Time

1. Enter Programming mode.

Press 6 to enter Menu 6.

The Mode LED flashes green.

2. Construct the 4-digit code using the

following instructions:

 First Digit

For Fail Secure Operation, the first digit should be 0.

For Fail Safe Operation the first digit should be 1.

 Second Digit

Tamper Siren time in minutes (1–9)

 Third and Fourth Digits

Enter the number of seconds (from 1 to 99) that you want
the Lock Strike to be released.

For example, 0512 means a Fail Secure Operation consisting
of a 5-minute siren and a 12-second Lock Strike release time.

The system returns to Normal mode.
You hear three beeps.
The Door LED turns off and the Mode LED

turns green.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Green

Mode

Door

Green

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11.10 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes

11.10.1 Primary Codes

 Primary codes can only be enrolled to an empty user slot,

meaning a slot where there is no existing Primary code.

 Primary codes must be unique, meaning that one user's Primary

code cannot be the same as another user's Primary code.

 Primary codes cannot be the same as any system codes, such as

the Normal/Secure code or Open code.

 Users who hold a Primary code can gain entry only during Normal

mode.

11.10.2 Secondary Codes

 Secondary codes can only be enrolled to a user slot that already

has a Primary code enrolled, but no Secondary code.

 Secondary codes do not have to be unique, meaning that

multiple users can all hold the same Secondary code.

 Secondary codes cannot be the same as any system codes, such

as the Normal/Secure code or Open code.

 Users who hold Secondary codes can gain entry in any mode of

operation.

11.10.3 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes

There are two methods to enroll Primary and Secondary codes:

 Standard Method

Mainly used when the user slot number for the user that you
want to program is known. You can program both Primary and
Secondary codes using the Standard method (see Section

11.10.4).

 Code Search Method

Mainly used when enrolling a user's Secondary code and the user
slot code is unknown. The Code Search method only works if a
user’s Primary code is already enrolled but the Secondary code is
not (see Section 11.10.5).

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11.10.4 Enrolling Primary and Secondary Codes Using
the Standard Method

To enroll primary and secondary codes using the Standard
method:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 7 to enter Menu 7.

The Door LED turns orange.

3. Perform one of the following:

a. Enter a 3-digit User Slot number

between 001 and 500 to indicate the
user to whom you want to enroll a
Primary or Secondary code.
For example, the User Slot 003
represents User #3.

If the selected slot has no Primary
code, the Mode LED flashes green,
indicating that the controller is ready
to accept a Primary code.

If the selected slot already has a
Primary code but no Secondary code,
the Mode LED flashes red, indicating
that the controller is ready to accept a
Secondary code.

If the selected slot already has a Primary and Secondary code

,

you hear a long beep and the controller returns to Normal
mode.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Green

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b. Present a Proximity card (AC-A42) or enter the 4-digit PIN

that you want to assign as the Primary or Secondary code for
this slot number.

If the Proximity card or PIN entered is valid, the Mode LED
stops flashing and the controller is ready for you to enter the
next 3-digit slot number (refer to Step a) that you want to
assign a code to.

4. Do one of the following:

a. Press # to move to the next slot number.

b. If you do not wish to continue enrolling codes, press # twice

and the controller returns to Normal mode.

11.10.5 Enrolling Secondary Codes Using the Code
Search Method

The Code Search feature enables you to quickly enroll a Secondary
code to a user who already has a Primary code.

To enroll secondary codes using the Code Search method:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 7 to enter Menu 7.

The Door LED turns orange.

3. Enter the 3-digit User Slot number 000.

The Door LED flashes orange.

The controller is now waiting for the Primary code of the User to
whom you want to add a Secondary code.

4. Present the Proximity card (AC-A42) or enter the 4-digit PIN code

of the Primary code belonging to the user for whom you want to
add a Secondary code.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Orange

Mode

Door

Orange

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5. The Mode LED flashes red.

If the Primary code entered is not valid, a long beep is emitted
and the unit continues to wait for a valid Primary code.

6. Present the Proximity card or enter the 4-digit PIN code to be

used as the Secondary code:

If the Secondary code is valid, the controller beeps three times
and returns to Normal mode.

If the Secondary code is invalid, the controller emits a long beep,
and then the unit continues to wait for you to enter a valid
Secondary code.

11.11 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes

There are two methods to delete Primary and Secondary codes: the
Standard Method and the Code Search method.

When deleting a user slot, both the Primary code and the Secondary
code are erased.

11.11.1 42BDeleting Primary and Secondary Codes Using
the Standard Method

To delete the Primary and Secondary codes using the Standard
Method:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 8 to enter Menu 8.

The Mode LED turns red and the Door LED
turns orange.

3. Enter the 3-digit user slot

code you wish to

delete.

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

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The Mode LED flashes red indicating the
controller is waiting for the Programming
code to confirm the deletion.

If the user slot is empty, a long beep is
emitted and the unit returns to Normal
mode.

4. Enter your programming code to confirm

the deletion.

If the Programming code is valid, three beeps are emitted and the

unit returns to Normal mode.

If the Programming code is invalid, a long beep is emitted and the

unit returns to Normal mode.

It is recommended that a record be kept of added and deleted
users so that it is easier to keep track of which user slots are
empty and which user slots are not.

11.11.2 Deleting Primary and Secondary Codes Using
the Code Search Method

To delete the Primary and Secondary codes using the Code
Search Method:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 8 to enter Menu 8.

The Mode LED turns red and the Door LED
turns orange.

3. Enter 000 as the 3-digit user slot number.

The Door LED flashes orange, indicating
that the controller is now waiting for the
Primary code of the user you want to
delete.

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

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The controller is now waiting for the Primary code of the user

you

want to delete.

4. Present the Proximity card or enter the 4-

digit PIN code of the Primary code
belonging to the user you want to delete.

The Mode LED flashes red.

5. Enter your Programming code to confirm the deletion.

If the Programming code is valid, three beeps are emitted and the

unit returns to Normal mode.

If the Programming code is invalid, a long beep is emitted and the

unit returns to Normal mode.

It is recommended that a record be kept of added and deleted
users so that it is easier to keep track of which user slots are
empty and which user slots are not.

11.12 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code
Assignment

When a Primary code is enrolled for any user, that user is assigned
rights to activate the Lock Strike Relay when a valid code is presented
to the controller. The Code Assignment menu allows you to assign
whether the Lock Strike Relay and/or the Auxiliary Relay is activated
when a user enters a valid code.

There are two methods to assign relay codes to users: a standard
method and a search method.

Mode

Door

Red

Orange

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11.12.1 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code
Assignment using Standard Method

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 9 to enter Menu 9.

The Mode LED turns green and the Door
LED turns orange.

3. Enter the 3-digit user slot for code

assignment.

The Mode LED flashes green.

4. Enter the assignment digit for the current user slot:

 1 activates the Lock Strike relay only default

 2 activates the Auxiliary relay only

 3 activates the Lock Strike and Auxiliary relays

If the assignment code is valid, the Mode indicator stops flashing.
The controller is now waiting for another slot number.

5. Press # to move to the next slot or enter a new slot number.

If you do not wish to continue, press # twice and the controller
returns to Normal mode.

11.12.2 Lock Strike Relay and Auxiliary Relay Code
Assignment using Search Method

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 9 to enter Menu 9.

The Mode LED turns green and the Door
LED turns orange.

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Green

Orange

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3. Enter 000 for user slot access.

The Door LED flashes orange.

The controller is now waiting for the Primary code of the user.

4. Present the Proximity card or enter

the primary code belonging to

the user.

The Mode LED flashes green.

5. Enter the assignment digit for the current user slot:

 1 activates the Lock Strike relay only default

 2 activates the Auxiliary relay only

 3 activates the Lock Strike and Auxiliary relays

If the assignment digit is valid, three beeps are heard and the
controller returns to Normal mode.

If the assignment digit is invalid, a long beep sounds and the
controller waits for another assignment digit to be entered.

11.13 Return to Factory Default Settings

Be very careful before using this command as it erases the
entire memory, including all User and Special codes, and
returns all codes to their factory default settings.

To return to factory default settings:

1. Enter Programming mode.

2. Press 0 to enter Menu 0.

The Mode LED and the Door LED flash red.

3. Enter your 4-digit Programming code.

Mode

Door

Green

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Orange

Mode

Door

Green

Mode

Door

Red

Red

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 If the Programming code is valid, all memory is erased, three

beeps are emitted, and the controller returns to Normal
mode.

 If the Programming code is invalid, a long beep is emitted,

and the controller returns to Normal mode without erasing
the memory of the controller.

11.14 Replacing a Lost Programming Code

To be able to replace a lost programming code, the unit must
be in Normal mode. Before proceeding, verify that the Mode
LED is green.

1. Remove power from the controller.

2. Press the REX button.

3. Apply power to the unit while pressing the REX button.

4. Release the REX button.

5. You have 15 seconds to program a new Programming code into

the unit using the initial default code 1234 before the controller
reverts to the existing code.

11.15 Replacing a Lost Normal/Secure Code

To be able to replace lost Normal/Secure code, the unit
must be in Secure mode. Before proceeding, verify that the
Mode LED is red.

1. Remove power from the AC-A4x.

2. Press the REX button.

3. Apply power to the unit while pressing the REX button.

4. Release the REX button.

5. You have 15 seconds to program a new Normal/Secure code into

the unit using the initial default code 3838 before the controller
reverts to the existing code.

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A. Limited Warranty

ROSSLARE‘S TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY is applicable
worldwide. This warranty supersedes any other warranty. ROSSLARE'S
TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY is subject to the following
conditions:

WARRANTY

Warranty of ROSSLARE'S products extends to the original purchaser
(Customer) of the ROSSLARE product and is not transferable.

PRODUCTS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY AND DURATION

ROSSLARE warrants the AC-A4x Family of Indoor Standalone
Controllers to be free from defects in materials and assembly in the
course of normal use and service. The warranty period commences
with the date of shipment to the original purchaser and extends for a
period of 2 years (24 months).

WARRANTY REMEDY COVERAGE

In the event of a breach of warranty, ROSSLARE will credit Customer
with the price of the Product paid by Customer, provided that the
warranty claim is delivered to ROSSLARE by the Customer during the
warranty period in accordance with the terms of this warranty. Unless
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failed product(s) is not immediately required.

If ROSSLARE has not contacted the Customer within a sixty (60) day
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become the property of ROSSLARE.

To exercise the warranty, the user must contact ROSSLARE Enterprises
Ltd. to obtain an RMA number after which, the product must be
returned to the Manufacturer freight prepaid and insured.

In the event ROSSLARE chooses to perform a product evaluation
within the sixty (60) day holding period and no defect is found, a

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minimum US$ 50.00 or equivalent charge will be applied to each
Product for labor required in the evaluation.

ROSSLARE will repair or replace, at its discretion, any product that
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Specifically excluded from this warranty are any failures resulting from
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customary manner, or any maintenance, modification, alteration, or
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replacement where normal use has exhausted the life of a part or
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In no event shall ROSSLARE be liable for incidental or consequential
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LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS

This warranty sets forth the full extent of ROSSLARE’S warranty.
The terms of this warranty may not be varied by any person, whether

or not purporting to represent or act on behalf of ROSSLARE.
This limited warranty is provided in lieu of all other warranties. All

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Family

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