Portal TI Installation Manual
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PORTAL TI INSTALLATION MANUAL
Revision C
This manual provides comprehensive installation procedures for the Portal TI. It
includes the process of site planning, site preparation, the mechanical installation of
the Portal TI and the electrical wiring of the unit.
If further assistance is needed, please contact the distributor from which the Portal TI
was purchased.
When calling for assistance, you must have the following information available:
Portal TI Serial Number:
Distributor Name:
DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cau se harmful interference
in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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Table of Contents
1 Site Planning and Preparation ......................................................................................................1
1.1 General..................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Mounting Options...................................................................................................................1
1.3 Positioning the Portal.............................................................................................................1
1.3.1 In-Bay Applications ......................................................................................................................1
1.3.2 Express Wash Applications..........................................................................................................3
1.4 Electrical Preparation.............................................................................................................4
1.4.1 Conduit Installation.......................................................................................................................4
1.4.2 Power Requirements....................................................................................................................6
1.4.3 Site Wiring Requirements ............................................................................................................6
2 Mechanical Installation..................................................................................................................7
2.1 Hardware Required................................................................................................................7
2.2 Recommended Tools.............................................................................................................7
2.2.1 Mechanical Installation Tools.......................................................................................................7
2.3 Base Installation ....................................................................................................................8
2.4 Brick-In Installation ................................................................................................................9
2.4.1 Brick-in Mounting Options............................................................................................................9
2.4.2 Positioning the Portal.................................................................................................................10
2.4.3 Brick-in Guidelines.....................................................................................................................13
3 Electrical Installation....................................................................................................................17
3.1 Hardware Required..............................................................................................................17
3.2 Recommended Tools...........................................................................................................17
3.3 General................................................................................................................................17
3.4 Connecting Power ...............................................................................................................18
3.5 Network Connection ............................................................................................................20
3.6 Telephone Cable .................................................................................................................21
3.7 Wash Control Wiring............................................................................................................22
3.7.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................22
3.7.2 Wiring the Wash Relay Interface................................................................................................23
3.7.3 Wiring the Wash-In-Use Interface..............................................................................................25
3.8 Intercom Systems................................................................................................................27
3.8.1 Overview....................................................................................................................................27
3.8.2 Intercom Connections................................................................................................................27
3.8.3 Intercom Adjustments................................................................................................................27
3.8.4 Connection Overview................................................................................................................. 28
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3.9 Camera Connection.............................................................................................................30
3.10 Gate Wiring.......................................................................................................................30
3.11 Connecting the Reach Free ID Option..............................................................................30
4 System Test...................................................................................................................................31
Appendix A. Dimensional Schematic of the Portal TI..................................................................33
Appendix B. IPTran Installation......................................................................................................35
Appendix C. Portal Networking......................................................................................................38
Appendix D. Installing a Print Server............................................................................................44
Appendix F. Installation of the Extern al POS..............................................................................46
Index of Figures
Figure 1. Portal Installation at the Wash Entrance.................................................................2
Figure 2. Frame Location for Curb Mount..............................................................................2
Figure 3. Express Exterior Island...........................................................................................3
Figure 4. Conduit Runs..........................................................................................................4
Figure 5. Portal Base Dimensions ......................................................................................... 5
Figure 6. Base Installed in Concrete Pad .............................................................................. 8
Figure 7. Bricked-In Mounting Options ................................................................................ 10
Figure 8. Positioning the Adaptor Plate ...............................................................................11
Figure 9. Door Positioning Options......................................................................................12
Figure 10. Portal Mounting for Bricked-In Installation.........................................................13
Figure 11. Portal Brick-In with Adaptor Plate......................................................................14
Figure 12. Portal Brick-In with Adaptor Plate on Base Frame ............................................ 15
Figure 13. Portal Interior..................................................................................................... 18
Figure 14. Inside the AC Connector....................................................................................19
Figure 15. Line - Neutral - Ground Connections.................................................................19
Figure 16. Network Port Location .......................................................................................20
Figure 17. 2-Port Telephone Line Splitter...........................................................................21
Figure 18. Telephone Line Connection (for Data Modem)................................................... 22
Figure 19. Wash I/O Board Connectors..............................................................................24
Figure 20. 10-Pin Phoenix Connector.................................................................................24
Figure 21. 6-Pin Phoenix Connector...................................................................................26
Figure 22. Intercom Component Locations on the Display IO Board..................................28
Figure 23. Four-Wire Intercom Configuration ..................................................................... 29
Figure 24. Three-Wire Intercom Configuration .................................................................... 29
Figure 25. Two-Wire Intercom Configuration.......................................................................29
Figure 26. BNC Male Plug for Camera Connection.............................................................30
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1 Site Planning and Preparation
1.1 General
This chapter provides guidelines for planning the Portal installation and preparing the
site. Site preparation includes:
• Determining how and where the Portal will be mounted
• Installing conduit runs and required wiring
These instructions serve as general guideline s only. If your wash manufact urer’s
installation requirements differ from these gui delines, alway s meet the wash
manufacturer’s requirements first.
Requirements specified in local electri cal and building co des must be f ollowed and
shall take precedence over the guidelines provided within this document.
Note:
1.2 Mounting Options
Unitec offers a mounting base for the Portal and a “brick-in” kit. The base is availab le
in (2) heights, 35 in. for a standard (grade) mount and 29 in. for curb mounting. The
base consists of a tubular steel frame with a plastic cover. The frame is designed to
be embedded in a concrete pad and as such should be installed when concrete is
poured at the site. In cases where the concrete is already in place, it ’s reco mmended
that holes be drilled into the concrete to secure the legs of the base frame. Refer to
section
The brick-in option includes an adaptor plate that’s designed to provide the proper air
circulation required for the heat exchanger air intake and exhaust. The adaptor plate
can be attached directly to the brick structure or to the top of a curb height base
frame. Refer to section 2.4 for instructions on use of the brick-in adapter plate.
2.3 for base installation instructions.
1.3 Positioning the Portal
1.3.1 In-Bay Applications
For in-bay automatics and other applications where the Portal is installed at the wash
entrance, it should be placed 10’-14’ from the wash to ensure the proper timing and
flow of customers. In applications where the Portal is installed adjacent to a
conveyor, it should be located 18“ from the centerline of the conveyor track. To
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achieve this dimension, the Portal base frame should be located 26 in. from the
conveyor centerline as shown in
Figure 1.
Figure 1. Portal Installation at the Wash Entrance
For curb mount applications, the front surface of the Portal should be even with the
edge of the curb. To achieve this dimension, the base frame should be installed so
its leading edge is 8 in. from the edge of the curb as shown in
Figure 2.
Figure 2. Frame Location for Curb Mount
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1.3.2 Express Wash Applications
Express Exterior sites should be designed to provide 9 ft. wide traffic lanes at the
Portals. The traffic control (or barrier) gate should be located approximately 10 ft. from
the center of the Portal and an underground vehicle detection loop is required under
the gate arm. In some cases, it may be desirable to install a 2
gate and tunnel entrance (referred to as the merge loop) to properly manage the
vehicle queue.
If the Unitec ReachFree ID (RFID) option is included, the RF Antenna should be
located adjacent to the Portal.
Express lane with the Portal, gate and RFID (antenna) option. Refer to the
installation instructions provided with the gate and RFID option for guidance in
installing these devices.
Figure 3 provides guidelines for the design of an
nd
loop between the
Figure 3. Express Exterior Island
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1.4 Electrical Preparation
1.4.1 Conduit Installation
A typical installation will require 3 conduit runs for, power, data and wash control
lines. DO NOT run data wires in the AC Power or Wash Control conduits. Additional
conduit runs may be needed when a gate or the Portal RFID option are to be used.
Conduit size should be at least ¾ in, a larger conduit may be required depending on
the quantity and gauge of wires to be installed. Refer to local and national electrical
codes to select the proper conduit type and size.
conduit planning.
Figure 4 provides guidelines for
Figure 4. Conduit Runs
To ensure the conduit sections will be located within the Portal base and not interfere
with the base frame, they should be routed so the stubs can be contained within the 4
inch square areas shown in the
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Figure 5. Portal Base Dimensions
The Portal base frame is a welded tubular structure that has the same plate on the
top and bottom. Its designed so that wires and/or conduit can be routed into the
Portal through the round conduit holes on the top. However, it will be far easier to
bring the conduit stubs into the frame through the large rectangular cut outs on the
bottom plate. You can then attach flex conduit between the stubs and conduit holes
on the top panel or just run the wires from the stubs up through these holes.
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1.4.2 Power Requirements
The Portal requires 120 VAC, 8 Amps service. In applications where barrier gates
are to be used, each gate requires 120 VAC, 5 Amps service. The Portal and Gate
must be powered from separate circuits.
Ensure the protective earth ground wires do not carry any motor return current. Only
Note:
the neutral wire should carry retu rn current. Follow local electrica l code when wiring
the Portal TI.
1.4.3 Site Wiring Requirements
Wiring requirements will vary by site depending on the type of wash equipment and
the Portal configuration. The following table shows site wiring, which may be needed .
As wires are pulled through conduit, ensure there is at least 6 ft. of wire extending
from the end of the conduit stub.
Circuit Description Wire Qty Wire Requirements
Portal Power (115-120 VAC, 8 Amps). 3 16 AWG minimum, black/white/green
Gate Power (115-120 VAC, 5 Amps). 3 16 AWG minimum, black/white/green
Network connection (to router) 1 Cat 5 communications cable, 295 ft max length
Wash Signaling (required if the Portal will be
connected to the wash controller)
Phone Line
(required for dial-up credit option)
Intercom
(Required to interface with site intercom)
Camera
(Required for Portal camera option)
Gate Control – from gate controller to Portal
(Required if gate controller is use d)
Gate Control - from gate controller to gate
(Required if gate controller is use d)
Gate Control – from Portal to Gate
(Required if gate is used without gate controller)
Varies
1 2 Pair / 4 Conductor Telephone Cable
4 22 AWG minimum
1 Type RG59/U coaxial cable
4 18 AWG minimum
3 18 AWG minimum
4 18 AWG minimum
Refer to wash equipment manufacturer’s
instructions
RFID Option
1 Cable is supplied with RFI D kit
(from RFID Antenna to Portal)
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2 Mechanical Installation
2.1 Hardware Required
Prior to beginning the installation, take the time to verify that all the following required
parts are present and accounted for.
Items supplied with the Portal:
• Allen Wrench For Door
• Key set for door
• Key set for vault door
• IEC-320-C14 Female AC Power Connector
Items supplied with the Base:
• (3) ½: Hex Nuts
• (3) ½” Flat Washers
• (3) ½” Lock Washers
Items supplied with the Brick-in Option:
• Adapter Plate
• (4) J-Bolts and nuts (for securing the adapter plate)
• (3) ½:” x 1” Hex Bolts
• (3) ½” Flat Washers
• (3) ½” Lock Washers
2.2 Recommended T ools
2.2.1 Mechanical Installation Tools
The following tools are recommended for the typical mechanical installation of this
Portal TI unit and base:
• ¾” deep well socket and socket wrench
• Open end 9/16” wrench
• Small, thin blade, flat-tip screwdriver
• Hammer
• Dual-plane Level
• 50’ foot tape measure
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The following items are required only when installing the Portal TI into an existing
concrete slab:
• Hammer drill
• 2.5” Concrete hammer drill bit
2.3 Base Installation
Note:
When installing the Portal TI frame, it is recommended that the concrete pad be
undercut, as illustrated in the figure below. This type of installation provides greater
security. The undercut pad size should have the following dimensio ns:
Pull all wires through conduits be fore mounting the base. See Electrical Planning for
wiring requirements.
Pad Dimension Requirements
Minimum Recommended
Surface Width 18” 48”
Undercut Depth 8” 24”
Figure 6. Base Installed in Concrete Pad
To ensure the base is installed at the proper height, the lower cr oss b race s should b e
flush with the concrete surface (the braces are located 6 in. from the bottom of the
frame). Ensure the base frame is level and place the plastic base cover over the
frame after the concrete has set.
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When installing the frame in pre-existing concrete, set the frame in the desired
location and mark the location of each leg of the frame. Drill 2 ½ in. diameter by 8 in.
deep (minimum) holes in the concrete for the frame legs. Fill the holes with concrete
anchoring cement (such as Quickrete #1245-20) and insert the base legs. Ensure
the frame is level and place the plastic base cover over the frame after the anchoring
cement has set.
For added security, the base can be filled wi th co ncrete. Before doing so however, the
Note:
Before setting the Portal in place, ensure the field-installed wires are routed to a point
where they can be accessed and pulled through the wiring holes on the bottom of the
Portal. Carefully set the Portal on top of the base so the (3) studs of the base pass
through the mounting holes on the bottom of the Portal. Secure the Portal to the
studs with the flat washer, lock washer and hex nut (in that order) supplied with the
base. Pull the wires up through the cable entrance ports on the bottom of the Portal
enclosure.
electrical conduits should be extended to the top of the frame. A rope (or similar
material) should be tied around the plastic cover to prevent it from expanding as
concrete is poured.
2.4 Brick-In Installation
2.4.1 Brick-in Mounting Options
There are (2) options for bricked-in mounting:
• Build the brick enclosure, fill it with concrete, sink the Adaptor Plate with
Mounting Bolts into the wet concrete, let the concrete cure, mount the
Portal TI unit, and then finish bricking in the unit.
• Install the Curb-Height Steel Frame, attach the Adaptor Plate, build the
brick enclosure around the frame, mount the Portal TI unit, and finish
bricking in the unit. For added security, you can fill the brick enclosure
with concrete prior to mounting the Portal TI unit.
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Figure 7. Bricked-In Mounting Options
2.4.2 Positioning the Portal
The adapter plate should be located so its front edge is recessed 4.50” from the front
face of the brick structure (as shown in
mounting holes. One set is used to install the Portal so its front door will be flush with
the brick. The other set is used to recess the door within the brick. These (2)
mounting options and hole patterns are illustrated in
Electrical conduits should be extended to the adapter plate and positioned so wiring
can be routed through the rectangular opening in the plate.
Figure 8). The adapter plate has (2) sets of
Figure 9 and Figure 10..
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Figure 8. Positioning the Adaptor Plate
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Figure 9. Door Positioning Options
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Figure 10. Portal Mounting for Bricked-In Installation
2.4.3 Brick-in Guidelines
2.4.3.1 Using the Adapter Plate
The recommended procedure when mounting the Adaptor Plate directly to the brick
structure is as follows:
1. Build the brick enclosure up to 36” high (8 row s of bricks) from t he pavement.
2. Fill the enclosure with concrete.
3. Sink the Adaptor Plate with Mounting Bolts into the wet concrete. Position the
Adaptor Plate 4 ½” back from the front edge of the brick. Level the Adaptor Plate
while the concrete is still wet.
4. After the concrete has cured, secure the Portal TI to the Adaptor Plate with th e (3)
flat washers, lock washers and bolts supplied with the brick kit. Pull the wires up
through the cable entrance ports on the bottom of the Portal enclosure and finish
the brick structure.
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Figure 11. Portal Brick-In with Adaptor Plate
2.4.3.2 Using the Curb Height Frame
Follow the base installation instructions in section 2.3 to set the base frame in the
concrete. The adapter plate attaches to the (3) studs on top of the frame with ½” nuts
and washers. Position the frame so the front of the adapter plate will be recessed
4.5” from the front face of the brick (as shown in Fig ure 12).
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Figure 12. Portal Brick-In with Adaptor Plate on Base Frame
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3 Electrical Installation
3.1 Hardware Required
Unitec does not provide connectors for terminating the field-installed wires. These
wires will vary by application but connectors that may be required include:
• RJ-45 Modular Plugs (for terminating the CAT-5 network cable).
• RJ-11 modular plugs (for terminating the telephone cable)
• BNC Connectors (for terminating coaxial cable for the camera options)
3.2 Recommended Tools
In addition to the mechanical mounting of the Portal TI unit to the base (and the base
to the concrete), there will be a number of electrical connections that must be made.
These connections will require the use of the follow ing common electrical tool s:
• Small, thin tipped, straight screwdriver (1/8” tip, for green Phoenix
connectors)
• Wire strippers (capable of handling 10-23 AWG wire)
• Diagonal cutters
• Needle nose pliers
• Modular plug crimp tool (if CAT 5 or phone lines need to be term inated)
Note:
3.3 General
Before starting, ensure all required wires have been routed to th e Portal (as described
in the Site Preparation section).
where the field wires will connect.
When performing the installation, it will be helpful use a screwdriver to prop the door
open. There is a hole in the lower right-hand corner of the case near the door for this
purpose.
Figure 13 Shows the locations inside the Portal
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Figure 13. Portal Interior
3.4 Connecting Power
The Portal TI uses an IEC-320-C13 male power inlet to supply the unit with power.
This inlet can be found on the back wall on the right-hand side of the Portal TI case.
1. Locate main power wires. There will be three 16 AWG (or greater)
environmentally rated black, white, and green colored wires.
2. Route the main power wires to the Portal’s input power connector and
remove excess wire length, leaving sufficient length to reach the AC power
inlet.
3. Remove the 3-pronged AC connector from the AC power inlet (supplied with
the Portal)
4. Disassemble the outer housing.
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Figure 14. Inside the AC Connector
5. Remove the screw holding the stabilizer plate in place and set both aside until
after you have finished securing the wires.
6. Thread the power wires through the strain relief.
7. Remove the white stabilizer plate.
8. Secure the Line (Black), Neutral (White) and Ground (Green) wires to the
appropriate terminal screws. (See Figure 23). Re-tighten the screws to hold
the wires in place.
Figure 15. Line - Neutral - Ground Connectio ns
9. Re-assemble the AC connector and insert it into the power inlet. Use wire
ties to route and secure the extra cable.
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3.5 Network Connection
The Cat 5 cable will need to be terminated at each end with an RJ-45 modular plug.
This termination should be performed by a technician who is experienced in
assembling network cables as a slight misalignment in the wire terminat ion can cause
communications problems. For reference,
network cable with a modular RJ-45 plug.
The Network (Ethernet) port is located at the bottom edge of the carrier board as
shown in
port. Insert the terminated CAT 5 cable into the other end of the surge protector. T he
facility end of the Cat-5 cable connects to one of the LAN ports on the Unitec router.
The router’s WAN port should be connected to the Internet Service device (e.g. DSL
or Cable modem). Other Unitec devices may need to be connected to the router’s
LAN ports. Refer to
Figure 16. There should be a surge suppressor installed in the Ethernet
6 for details on connecting devices to the router.
provides guidelines for terminating a
Figure 16. Network Port Location
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3.6 Telephone Cable
A telephone cable is required if the Portal is equipped with the “Datatran” dial- up credit option.
Each end of the cable should be terminated with RJ - 11 modular phone plug as follows:
1. Grasp the telephone cable and measure a length sufficient to route the cable to
the Dataran. (Note: the Datatran is typically shipped after the Portal for
installation on site. Refer to
and location of the phone line connection.
2. Cut and strip back the exterior cable jacket so that the telephone connector can
be crimped onto the end. There will be four wires exposed (do not strip the
insulation on the individual wires).
3. Using the crimping tool, proceed to make a solid connection between the RJ-11
connector (not included) and the conductors of the phone cable. Any unused
conductors should be trimmed back with a pair of diagonal cutters so that they
are even with the outer insulation.
4. Terminate the other end of the cable in the same manner. Note that the wires
must be installed into each connector in the same order.
Appendix B for associated installation instructions
The telephone cable should be connected to the Datatran and phone service
receptacle (in the facility). In applications where the telephone line will also be used
for remote access and notifications, a phone line splitter will need to be installe d in the
Portal. The splitter should have (3) female receptacles (as shown in
Figure 17 ).
Two short patch cables will be needed to connect the Datatran and the Portal’s Data
modem to the phone splitter. The Data Modem connection is on the edge of carrier
board as shown in
Figure 18.
Figure 17. 2-Port Telephone Line Splitter
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Figure 18. Telephone Line Connection (for Data Modem)
3.7 Wash Control Wiring
3.7.1 Overview
In applications where the Portal will communicate with the Wash Controller, the wash
control wires will need to be connected to the Wash I/O Board.
Most wash manufacturers use a five-wire system to provide the arming signals for the
selected wash packages. One common line and four arming input wires are fed from
the wash’s PLC to the Wash I/O board. Each of the four arming input wires signal the
equipment to give only the designated wash options. When a customer purchases a
wash package, the Portal TI sends a signal down the appropriate arming input wire
through the Wash I/O board.
In addition to these five wires, a Wash-In-Use (WIU) Hot and WIU Neutral are
required to reset the wash electronics. Typically, these are also provided by the
PLC.
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Each wash manufacturer has its own specific color code system and wash relay pinouts; therefore, it is important to review the appropriate wash documentation prior to
beginning this portion of the installation.
3.7.2 Wiring the Wash Relay Interface
To wire the wash relays, connect the wires that come from the PLC to the appropriate
pin numbers in the phoenix connector using the following procedures:
3.7.2.1 Preparation
• You will need a thin tipped, flat head screwdriver to open and tighten the relay
connections of the Phoenix connector.
• Review the wash manufacturer’s documentation to determine the color codes for the
wiring of the wash pin-outs for your wash equipment before be ginning this installation.
• Phoenix connectors are shipped already inserted in the appropriate sockets on the
Wash I/O board.
1. Remove the Carrier Board/Wash I/O Board Cover Plate using a 5/16” socket
2. Locate the Wash I/O board on the inside lower right-hand wall of the Portal TI
3. On the Wash I/O Board, locate the 10-pin Phoenix connector labeled J17 on the
Note:
wrench.
case.
lower right-hand corner of the Wash I/O board.
The wiring for the Portal TI Wash I/O board is the same as the wiring for the Wash
Select II wash interface.
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Figure 19. Wash I/O Board Connectors
4. Remove the Phoenix connector from the socket.
5. Turn the connector so that the wire inputs are facing up as shown below.
Note:
Figure 20. 10-Pin Phoenix Connector
“Wash Output #”refers to the number associated with the arming wires. Refer to the
wash manufacturer documentation for more information.
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6. Referring to the figure above, connect the wash relay arming wires, the wash
relay common wire, and any spare option relay wires to the appropriate pins, as
indicated in the following table. Use the screwdriver to open and/or secure the
manufacturer wash wires to each of the Unitec relay locations.
Wash Relays
Pin Signal
Pin 1 Wash Output #1
Pin 2 Wash Output #2
Pin 3 Wash Output #3
Pin 4 Wash Output #4
Pins 5-8 Spare Option Relays (Outputs 5-8
respectively)
Pin 9 Wash Relay Common
Pin 10 N/A
7. Plug the Phoenix connector into the Wash I/O board socket J17.
8. Continue to Wash-In-Use wiring procedures.
3.7.3 Wiring the Wash-In-Use Interface
3.7.3.1 Preparation
• Make sure all power is disconnected from the wash equipment prior to beginning this
procedure.
Note:
Wash equipment requires a reset circuit. This circuit is generally identified as the
“Wash-In-Use” (WIU) signal. It is not uncommon for values of this voltage to be as
much as 115-120 VAC, so it is extremely important to verify that there is no power
applied to any of the wash components before proceeding.
Note:
Follow local electrical code when wiring the Port al TI.
Wash equipment wiring may vary, and not all equipment manufacturers use the washfault interface. Refer to the manufacturer’s document ation for additi onal information.
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• You will need a thin tipped, flat head screwdriver to open and tighten the relay
connections of the Phoenix connector.
• Review the wash manufacturer’s documentation to determine the color codes for the
wiring of the wash pin-outs for your wash equipment before be ginning this installation.
• Phoenix connectors are shipped already inserted in the appropriate sockets on the
Wash I/O board.
1. On the Wash I/O Board, locate the 6-pin Phoenix connector labeled J18 on the
lower left-hand corner of the Wash I/O board.
2. Remove the Phoenix connector from the socket.
3. Turn the connector so that the wire inputs are facing up as shown below.
Figure 21. 6-Pin Phoenix Connector
4. Referring to the figure above, connect the following wires to the appropriate pins,
as indicated in the following table. Use the screwdriver to open and/or secure the
manufacturer wash wires to each of the Unitec relay locations.
Wash-In-Use Connections
Pin Signal
Pin 1 Wash-In-Use Hot
Pin 2 Wash-In-Use Neutral
Pin 3 Wash-Fault-Hot
Pin 4 Wash-Fault-Neutral
Pin 5 Wash-Complete-Hot
Pin 6 Wash-Complete-Neutral
5. Plug the Phoenix connector into the Wash I/O board socket J18.
6. Replace the protective metal plate that covers the Wash I/O board and the carrier
board.
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3.8 Intercom Systems
3.8.1 Overview
The use of an intercom system allows two-way communications between customers
at the Portal and staff elsewhere on site. A customer activates the Portal’s intercom
output by pressing the help button. Without an intercom, the intercom output can be
used to activate a bell, light or other device to alert an attendant that help is needed.
The intercom wires connect to the Display IO board on the back of the main door.
Jumpers and adjustments to control its operation are also located on that board. 2, 3,
and 4 wire intercoms are supported. A digital intercom is recommended if the
intercom wiring is sharing conduit with other communications wiring, but not required.
Unitec does not supply intercom systems.
3.8.2 Intercom Connections
The Intercom has two connectors which control the way in which the intercom is
wired and the mode of operation. J34 is the interface and connects to the customer’s
intercom unit. J35 is used to select mode of operation (two, three, or four wire
intercom systems). Twisted pair / fully shielded cable is recommended for optimum
performance.
3.8.3 Intercom Adjustments
The Intercom system has the ability to sense when voice band audio signals are
present. This allows the speakers in the unit to revert to a passive intercom mode.
This bypasses the internal audio section and allows the left speaker to be used as an
intercom. The sensitivity and time delay of this mode can be adjusted according to
the local acoustical characteristics, such as backgr ound noise.
• Sensitivity Adjustment: R169 is used to adjust the sensitivity of this
circuit. A green LED below the label “SENS” will aid in the Sensitivity
Adjustment.
• Time-Out Delay Adjustment: R144 is used to adjust the time-out delay
after which the XPT will revert back to the normal audio mode. A green
LED below the label “DELAY” will aid in the Time-Out Delay Adjustment.
Adjust R144 to the desired delay after the last audio has been detected.
Thirty seconds is normal.
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Figure 22. Intercom Component Locations on the Display IO Board
3.8.4 Connection Overview
Call Function: A view of the diagram below shows J34 and J35. The unit will initiate
a call function by closing the contacts on RL5. By default, J34-Pin 1 (H1) and J34-Pin
2 (H2) will always reflect the contact closure of RL5. This is the default for the fourwire mode when both the call function and audio are completely separated. More
detailed instructions on this follow.
Audio: When the Portal intercom mode is active, the audio section is floating and is
not relative to ground. By default, J34-Pin 3 (SP+) and J34-Pin 4 (SP-) will always be
connected to the audio section.
Four Wire Intercom Configuration: Two separate pairs (four wires) are used for
both the call function and audio in the four-wire configuration. In this mode, J35
receives no jumpers. This is shown below.
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Figure 23. Four-Wire Intercom Configuration
3 Wire Intercom Configuration: This mode requires two conductors for audio and
one additional conductor for the call function. This mode uses a common ground for
both audio and the call function (SP-). Jumper pins 3&4 of J35 and connect H1, SP+
and SP- as shown below.
Figure 24. Three-Wire Intercom Configuration
2 Wire Intercom Configuration: This type of intercom system has both the Call
Function and audio sharing the two conductors. Jumper pins 3 &4 and 1&2 of J35 and
connect the two conductors to SP+ & SP- as shown below.
Figure 25. Two-Wire Intercom Configuration
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3.9 Camera Connection
The (optional) surveillance camera is attached to the front door of the Portal. The
camera is intended for use with a DVR or similar monitoring device installed at the
site. The coaxial cable routed to the camera is used to connect it to the monitoring
device. The coax cable will need to be terminated with a BNC connector similar to
the one shown in
Figure 26.
Figure 26. BNC Male Plug for Camera Connection
3.10 Gate W iring
In multi-lane applications, a Unitec or 3rd party gate controller is required. Refer to the
instructions provided with the gate controller for connecting wires between it and the
Portal. If needed, a gate can be used with a single Portal and no gate controller.
Refer to for instructions on connecting the Portal to the gate.
3.11 Connecting the Reach Free ID Option
Refer to the installation instructions supplied with th is product op tion.
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4 System T est
Once the installation is complete, a thorough test should be performed to ensure all
Portal functions are operational. This test should v erify:
• Functionality of hardware devices (through diagnostic tests in maintenance
mode).
• Washes and added services are properly configured and wash outputs are
properly wired.
• The wash fault (out of service) signal places the Portal out of service.
• Portal Ethernet communications (through the Cat 5 cable).
• Credit card processing (Note: The merchant should confirm credit card
revenues are being properly deposited to their account).
• Functionality of peripherals (POS interface to register, console, gate/gate
controller, RFID Option).
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Appendix A. Dimensional Schematic of the Portal TI
Figure 25. Bottom View of the Portal TI
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Appendix B. IPT ran Inst allation
With the purchase of the Credit option, you will receive an IPTran credit processing
device separate from the Portal TI unit. The IPTran is shipped separately as it needs
to be configured at Unitec with the merchant account and processor information. To
install the IPTran, you will first mount it to the hopper cage, and then connect the
power and communications cables.
Mount the DataTran
1.
Mount the modem bracket to the screws located on the side of the hop per
cage.
Location of IPTran Modem
2.
Slide the DataTran into the mounting bracket with the cable ports facing
forward.
3. Tighten the nuts holding the mounting bracket to the hopper cag e.
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Connect the Cables
IPTran Wiring
1.
Connect the CAT5 line to the Datatran.
2. Connect the modem communication cable to the communications port on
the DataTran
3. Plug the other end of the communications cable (with the DB9 connetor)
into Com 3, Port A of the Carrier Board. This is the top DB9 input, labeled
CN11, Channel A .
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Com A Location on Carrier Board
4.
Plug the power supply cord into the power inlet on the modem.
5. Plug the power supply cord into the power outlet in the power supply
located on the back of the Portal case.
6. Refer to Credit Netwrok setup in the Sierra Management Application
Programming Manual to configure the server to recognize the IPTran
modem.
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Appendix C. Portal Networking
Unitec supplies a pre-programmed router for connecting devices as a local network.
The networked devices will vary based on options ordered and may include:
• One or more Portal TI units
• A Portal Console
• A POS Interface device (to communicate with a C-store POS System)
• A print server (for connecting a local report printer)
In cases where there will be more than (4) Unitec devices on the network, an
Ethernet switch will need to be added. The WAN port of the switch connects to one
of the LAN ports of the Unitec router. The additional devices can then be connected
to the LAN ports of the switch.
The illustration below provides a sample network diagram.
Example of Networked Unitec Devices
Third party devices should not be connected directly to the Unitec router. The
broadband device supplied for internet Service (e.g. DSL or Cable modem) will often
have a built-in router that can be used to connect these devices. In some cases
however, a separate router will need to be installed between the broadband modem
and the Unitec router. The following illustration shows the use of a 2
nd
router for 3rd
party device connections.
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When a router (or modem with built-in router) is used between the Unitec router and
broadband connection, it must be configured to allow external connections to and
from the Portal. The router should be configured to:
• Forward the ports assigned to the Portal(s) to the Unitec router. For a single
unit installation the port is 9810. In multi-unit sites, the ports would increment
for each Portal i.e. 9811, 9812 etc..).
• Provide a static/reserved IP address to the Unitec router reserved so that the
forwarded ports will always be directed to it.
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• Terminating Ethernet Cables
1. Carefully remove the outer jacket of the cable. Be careful when stripping the
jacket as to not nick or cut the internal wiring. One good way to do this is to cut
lengthwise with snips or a knife along the side of the cable, away from yourself,
about an inch toward the open end. This reduces the risk of nicking the wires'
insulation. Locate the string inside with the wires, or if no string is found, use the
wires themselves to unzip the sheath of the cable by holding the sheath in one
hand and pulling sideways with the string or wire. Cut away the unzipped sheath
and cut the twisted pairs about 1 1/4" (30 mm). You will notice 8 wire s twist ed in 4
pairs. Each pair will have one wire of a certain color and another wire that is white
with a colored stripe matching its partner (this wire is ca lled a tracer).
2. Inspect the newly revealed wires for any cuts or scrapes that expose the copper
wire inside. If you have breached the protective sheath of any wire, you will need
to cut the entire segment of wires off and start over at step one. Exposed copper
wire will lead to cross-talk, poor performance or no connectivity at all. It is
important that the jacket for all network cables remains int act.
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3. Untwist the pairs so they will lay flat between your fingers. The white piece of
thread can be cut off even with the jacket and disposed (see Warnings). For
easier handling, cut the wires so that they are 3/4" (19 mm) long from the base of
the jacket and even in length.
4. Arrange the wires in the following order (from left to right):
• white/orange
• orange
• white/green
• blue
• white/blue
• green
• white/brown
• brown
5. Press all the wires flat and parallel between your thumb and forefinger. Verify the
colors have remained in the correct order. Cut the top of the wires even with one
another so that they are 1/2" (12.5 mm) long from the base of the jacket, as the
jacket needs to go into the 8P8C connector by about 1/8", meaning that you only
have a 1/2" of room for the individual cables. Leaving more than 1/2" untwisted
can jeopardize connectivity and quality. Ensure that the cut leaves the wires even
and clean; failure to do so may cause the wire not to make cont act inside th e jack
and could lead to wrongly guided cores inside the plug.
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6. Keep the wires flat and in order as you push them into the RJ-45 plug with the flat
surface of the plug on top. The white/orange wire should be on the left if you're
looking down at the jack. You can tell if all the wires made it into the jack and
maintain their positions by looking head-on at the plug. You should be able to see
a wire located in each hole, as seen at the bottom right. You may have to use a
little effort to push the pairs firmly into the plug. The cabling jacket should also
enter the rear of the jack about 1/4" (6 mm) to help secure the cable once the
plug is crimped. You may need to stretch the sleeve to the proper length. Verify
that the sequence is still correct before crimping.
7. Place the wired plug into the crimping tool. Give the handle a firm squeeze. You
should hear a ratcheting noise as you continue. Once you have completed the
crimp, the handle will reset to the open position. To ensure all pins are set, some
prefer to double-crimp by repeating this step.
8. Repeat all of the above steps with the other end of the cable. Test the cable to
ensure that it will function in the field. Mis-wired and incomplete network cables
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could lead to headaches down the road. Also, crossed wire pairs could lead to
physical damage of computers or phone system equipment, making it even more
crucial that the pairs are in the correct order. A simple cable tester can quickly
verify that information for you. Should you not have a network cable tester on
hand, simply test connectivity pin to pin.
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Appendix D. Installing a Print Server
The print server option allows you to print reports from the Portal to a printer
connected to the local area network (LAN). The print server is pre-configured at
Unitec.
Note: You must purchase the USB print
cable separately.
Unitec has tested and recommends the following printers for this applicatio n:
• HP LaserJet 1200,
• HP LaserJet 2100 series,
• HP LaserJet 2200 series,
• HP LaserJet 3200,
• HP LaserJet 3300,
• HP LaserJet 4000 series,
• HP LaserJet 4100 series,
• HP LaserJet 4200 series,
• HP LaserJet 4300 series,
• HP LaserJet 5000 series,
• HP LaserJet 5100 series,
• HP LaserJet 8000 series,
• HP LaserJet 9000
• Brother HL5200 Series
Note: If you wish to use a different printer, make sure that it is compatible with the
printer driver HP PCL5 or greater.
Installation Procedures
1. Connect the USB cable from the printer to the USB port on the print server.
2. Connect one end of the Ethernet patch cable to the Ethernet port on the print
server.
3. Connect the other end of the Ethernet patch cable to the Unitec router.
4. Connect the AC adapter to the print server and plug it in.
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Appendix F. Installation of the External POS
The external POS Interface device allows codes to be purchased at registers or
pumps (points of sale, or POS). The Ethernet port connects to the Unitec router; the
serial port connects to the C-store POS System. A standard 9-pin serial cable is
included with the POS device but some systems may require an alternate cable (or
adapter). Contact the POS manufacturer for their cabling requirements.
Refer to Appendix C for guidance in connecting the External POS device to the
Unitec router. Refer to the Sierra Management Application Programming Manual for
for instructions on configuring the POS software in terface to the POS system .
External POS Interface Device
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