Securitron DK-38W User Manual

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DK-38 Installation & Operating Instructions

Introduction

The DK-38 Digital Keypads by Securitron offer Wiegand output for universal compatibility with
access control systems or the DKC Digital Keypad Controller by Securitron. The 3x4 illuminated
keypad features a flush-mount stainless steel faceplate.

DK-38 keypads are shipped in ‘Wiegand mode’ from the factory. When interfacing with
the DKC, please change the keypad to ‘Character mode’ and ensure that ‘Character’ is
selected in the DKC Programming Tool. The advanced programming features available
in Character mode allow a user to customize the operation of the DKC to fit the specific
needs of their installation. Instructions on how to change from Wiegand to Character
mode are found in the Changing to Character Mode section below.

Box Contents

Keypad with mounting hardware pack
Installation & Operating Instructions 
Surface Mount Wall Box
Flush Mount Wall Box
16’ of wire

Specifications

Power Selection

12V or 24V DC @ 100mA max

Environmental

Operating temperature: -10° to 140°F (-23° to 60°C)
Storage temperature: -10° to 150°F (-23° to 65°C)
Humidity: 0% to 95% relative humidity

Installation

The DK-38 can be installed using one of two wall boxes; a surface mount wall box or a flush
mount wall box. Note that the DK-38 can be used outdoors with the optional rain cover
(Securitron part number WCC) which will allow the DK-38 to be mounted in outdoor locations
not directly exposed to rain or snow. Additionally, when used outdoors a weatherproof gasketed
wall box is recommended (Securitron part number WBB).

Note that the surface mount wall box must be used for the tamper feature of the DK-38 to
operate properly. Once the DK-38 is wired per the wiring diagram in the Wiring section of this
document, gently install the spring onto the push button switch with the tapered side of the
spring facing downwards towards the PCB. The spring will allow the tamper feature to operate
with the surface mount wall box.

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 Separate the wall box cover and base.
 Remove the rectangular knockout in the center of the base only if the tamper switch will

not be used.

 Drill an opening in the wall through which the wires will be routed.

o If using the tamper switch, drill a hole for the wires ensuring the hole will not

interfere with the operation of the push button tamper switch.

 Mount the base onto the wall over the wire opening using the supplied metal screws and

plastic anchors.

 Mount the DK-38 to the cover using tamper resistant #6 screws (recommended) or #6

conventional screws. Program the unit prior to securing in place.

 Pull wires through the wall/center of the base and connect to the DK-38 wiring terminals

per instructions in the Wiring section of this document.

 Push the wall box cover onto the base until it snaps into place.

Flush Mount Wall Box

 Cut out an opening in the wall into which the box will be mounted.
 Route wiring through one of the four knockouts in the back of the box.
 Push the box into the wall and secure in place using the two swing clamps.
 Connect wires to the DK-38 wiring terminals per instructions in the Wiring section below.

Program the unit prior to securing in place.

 Mount the DK-38 to the box using tamper resistant #6 screws (recommended) or #6

conventional screws.

DK-38 Wiring Wiring Terminal Connections

DC+

D0

D1

3

2 1

YE

RED

GRN

Wiring Terminals

Tamper Switch

Beeper

BUZ

TAMP

GND

DK-38

Terminal

DC+

D0 Wiegand data zero Green

D1 Wiegand data one White

GRN Green light Orange

DK-38 Wiring

Reference

Positive DC supply
lead

Suggested
Wire Color

Red

RED Red light Brown
YEL Yellow light Blue

Each terminal is provided
with a marking
for easy reference.

BUZ Audible buzzer Yellow

TAMP Tamper indicator Purple

GND Ground Black
Note that suggested wire color for ‘YEL’ terminal is
BLUE and suggested wire color for ‘BUZ’ terminal is
YELLOW

Feedback and Entry Overview

The DK-38 comes with LED indicator lights above the keypad; green, yellow, and red. These
three indicator lights and the backlight provide feedback during operation. When the DK-38 is in
Wiegand mode there is no yellow feedback light when connected to an access controller. The
yellow light is designed to work with the Securitron DKC Digital Keypad Controller. The three
indicator lights are intended for operation through an access controller either through a dry­contact connection to ground or an open-collector driver. Please refer to the access controller for
information about the meaning of the indicator lights. The table below is only for use with
Securitron DKC controller.

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INDICATOR ACTION MEANING

 While in programming mode an error was made during

Red Light Single Flash

program entry; or

 A 5 second timeout occurred at any time during a

programming step.

 While in programming mode a confirmation that a valid

Red Light Double Flash

program entry was made; or

 During normal operation the DK-38 was put into or

taken out of lockout mode.

Red Light

Red Light

Yellow Light

Yellow Light

Continuously

On

Continuously

On

Continuous

Flashing

Continuously

On

 During normal operation the relay is energized while the

DK-38 is in relay timer mode.

 While in normal operation the DK-38 is in passage

mode; or

 The DK-38 is in toggle mode and the relay is energized.

 While in programming mode the light will flash once per

second.

 While in normal operation this indicates that there are

no codes in memory.

Green Light Single Flash  Key press detected.

Green Light

Continuously

On

Backlight Double Flash

 While in normal mode a 30-second lockout occurred

after 16 wrong digits were entered; light turns off after
lockout time.

 While in normal mode a valid code was entered while

the DK-38 was in lockout mode.

Note the table above is for use with Securitron DKC controller.

The DK-38 is provided with a beeper that can be used to indicate when a button is pressed or
the relay is energized. The beeper functions are detailed in the table below and are valid for use
with the Securitron DKC Controller. Note that when shipped from the factory there is a paper
label applied to the top of the beeper. This label decreases the volume of the beeper. If more
volume is needed simply remove the label from the beeper to obtain maximum volume.

INDICATOR MEANING

Single short
beep

 A button press; or
 Entry into Programming Mode

While in normal operation:

Single long
beep

 User ID entered is greater than 65535 no transmission occurred; or,
 Six digits were entered; no transmission occurred

While in Programming Mode:
 An error or non-acceptance of a new facility code has occurred

While in Programming Mode:

Double beep

 Acceptance of a new facility code in Wiegand Mode
 Changing from Wiegand to Character Mode

When entering a sequence the DK-38 has a 5 second timeout that will erase the internal buffer
when a key is not pressed within 5 seconds. For example, if the correct code is 2-2-6-7 and the
user enters 2-2-6 followed by a 5 second delay and then enters 7 the DK-38 will not operate.

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Keypad Operation

DK-38 keypads are shipped from the factory in ‘Wiegand mode’ of operation. To change the
facility code or mode of operation, follow the steps below:

Entering into Programming Mode

1. Remove power from the keypad.

2. At the keypad, temporarily connect the ‘YEL’ terminal to the ‘GND’ terminal.

3. Apply power to the keypad and the yellow light will be on.

4. Without touching the keypad wait 5 seconds and the keypad will produce a single short beep
to indicate that programming mode has been entered.

Change to Wiegand mode and set facility code

1. Enter into programming mode (see above).

2. Within 30 seconds, enter a valid facility code of 1 to 3 digits in length. The code cannot be
greater than 255. If more than 3 digits are entered programming mode will automatically
terminate with an error.

3. Press the ‘*’ key and the DK-38 will beep twice. Programming mode will automatically exit.

4. Remove the temporary wire connecting the ‘YEL’ terminal to the ‘GND’ terminal.

5. Remove power from the keypad for 10 seconds.

Changing to Character Mode

1. Enter into programming mode (see above).

2. Within 30 seconds press the ‘#’ key and the DK-38 will beep twice. Programming mode will
automatically exit.

3. Remove the temporary wire connecting the ‘YEL’ terminal to the ‘GND’ terminal.

4. Remove power from the keypad for 10 seconds.

In Character Mode a valid user ID must be 1 to 5 digits in length and the ID cannot be greater
than 65535. If more than 5 digits are entered or if the ID entered is greater than 65535 an
audible error will sound, the buffer will be cleared, and no transmission will be sent. A valid user
code must be followed by pressing the ‘’ key.

Technical Support

For general questions concerning this or other Securitron products please visit the Securitron
website www.Securitron.com or contact Securitron Technical Support at [phone] or
email [e-mail].

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