VisAccess AXS-10 Installation Manual

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AXS-10

Single-Door Access Control System

VisAccess

Installation Guide

1. Introduction

The Visonic Technologies AXS-10 is an electronic access control
system designed for a single access point, such as a main door in an
apartment building or individual office doors. The system control unit
relay activates a lock or electromagnetic strike (EMS), when a valid
proximity key (tag or card) is presented to the reader located outside
the protected area.

The use of a proximity (non-contact) key makes the installation of the
AXS-10 system an attractive possibility in harsh environments and in
places with poor lighting conditions. The proximity keys are totally
sealed and are wear resistant. The reader reads the key’s ID,
whenever the key is presented.

A second proximity reader may be connected to the AXS-10 to control
both sides of a door. An optional magnetic stripe card reader may be
connected instead of a proximity reader.

The separate weatherproof readers provide added security and
flexibility allowing outdoor or indoor installation.

The AXS-10 control unit (see figure 1) includes a 3-digit display, 3
visual indicators (LEDs) and 4 buttons. An internal proximity reader
located in the upper right corner of the control panel allows fast and
easy programming of access keys. The buttons are used for entering
the password and for programming the unit.

AXS-10 controllers can be networked (see par. 4.5.).

Figure 1 - System Functional Presentation

RDR-3

Proximity

Reader

CRD-1

Prox. Card

TAG-1

Prox. Tag

CRD-1M Magnetic

Stripe Card

AXS-10 Control Unit

RDC-3

Magnetic

Stripe

Reader

RDC-3MP

Magnetic

Stripe

Reader

Figure 2 - System Components

The AXS-10 has a memory capacity of 300 keys. Adding keys simply
involves presenting new keys to the controller while the system is in
ADD mode.

The user can delete keys in the DELETE mode by presenting them to
the reader or, if a tag/card is not available, by typing in its number (the
same one that appears when adding the key).

When the system is in TOGGLE mode, presenting a valid tag
arms/disarms an alarm system or activates/deactivates an electrical
device (such as an air conditioner).

The AXS-10 kit includes:

• AXS-10 controller

• RDR-3 proximity reader with 1m (3 ft) 5-wire cable

• Installation instructions

• User guide

• Control unit base template, for wall installation

Additional tools and equipment that may be needed:

• Proximity tags or cards (ordered separately)

• Power supply for the controller - 12V AC/DC

• Electromagnetic strike (EMS) unit

• RTE (request-to-exit) push button or PIR, if required.

2. Specifications

AXS-10 CONTROLLER

Power Input: 9-12V AC/DC
Max Current Consumption: 150 mA (excluding EMS current)
Memory Capacity: 300 tags/cards
Output Relay Contact Rating: 1A max.; continuous current
Display: 3 x 7 segments and 3 LEDs
Operating Temperatures: 0°C to 50°C (32°F to 122°F)
Dimensions (L x W x D): 150 x 105 x 35 mm (5-7/8 x 4-1/8 x 1-3/8 in.)
Color: Dark gray
Weight: 250g

RDR-3 EXTERNAL PROXIMITY READER

Indicators: Tricolor LED (Green, Red, Amber)
Tag Reading Range: 50-100 mm (2-4 in.)
Frequency: 125 kHz
Tag Code Possibilities: 10

12

possible combinations

Dimensions (L x W x D): 116 x 70 x 16.8 mm (4-1/2 x 2-3/4 x 5/8 in.)
Weight: 121.5 g (4.3 oz)
Operating Temperatures: -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F)
Max. Distance form Controller: 10 meters/ 32.8 Feet
Color: Metallic brown
RDC-3 MAGNETIC STRIPE READER (optional)
Designed for: Indoor installation only
Card Standard: ISO 7811
Track Number: 2 (IATA)
Reading Method: 210BPI
Card Thickness: 0.76 ± 0.08 mm
Power Supply: 5V DC ± 5%
Output Level: High - 2.4V min, low - 0.8V max

Current Consumption: Less than 10 mA
Card Feeding Speed: 15 - 120 cm/sec
Minimum Head Life: 300,000 card passes
Length of Supplied Cable: 1 m (3 ft)
Dimensions (LxWxD): 99x31x32mm (3-7/8 x 1-3/16 x 1-1/4 in)
Weight: 45 g (1.6 oz) approximately
Operating Temperature: 0 - 50°C (32 - 122°F)
Color: Dark brown

RDC-3MP MAGNETIC STRIPE READER (optional)

Designed for: Indoor and outdoor installations
Vandal Resistance: Stainless steel
Protocol: AB (TTL + LED)
Power Supply: 4.5 - 5.5 VDC
Current: Less than 35mA
Output Type: Open-collector (pulled up internally with 4700Ω res.)
Card Material: Plastic
Card Thickness: 0.762 +/- 0.07 mm
Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature Range: -20 to +70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Data Tracks: Track 1, 2 (or 3, in high or low coercivity)

Humidity: 5 to 95%
LED Colors: Red/Green
Length of Supplied Cable: 1.5 m (16 ft)
Cable Type: 10 core screened.
Dimensions (L x W x D): 104 x 49.5 x 35 mm

(4-1/8 x 1-15/16 x 1-3/8 in)
Weight: 380 g approx. (13.4 oz)

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3. Installation

3.1 Controller Unit Installation

Figure 3 - Control Unit Installation

3.2 Proximity Reader Installation

Caution: Do not install the RDR-3 on a metal surface or on a
metal door frame, since this decreases the key reading range
significantly. If you have to install the reader on a metal surface,
use a spacer plate so that the reader will be at least 1 cm (3/8 in.)
away from the metal. You may use RDR-BACK which is an
optional spacer plate made specifically for this purpose.

When installing two readers, you may install them in close
proximity to each other.

Figure 4 - Proximity Reader Installation

3.3 Setting DIP Switch

Figure 5 - DIP Switch Setting

4. Wiring

4.1 Electromagnetic Strike Wiring

Electro-Magnetic Locks Powered by AXS-10

A. Connecting Electro-magnetic

lock that opens the door
when power is supplied

B. Connecting Electro-magnetic

lock that opens the door
when power is disconnected

Electro-Magnetic Locks Powered by an External Power Supply

C. Connecting Electro-magnetic

lock that opens the door
when power is supplied

D. Connecting Electro-magnetic

lock that opens the door
when power is disconnected

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4.2 RTE and Door Position Wiring

Figure 6 - Connecting RTE and Door Position Inputs

4.3 Proximity Readers Wiring

Figure 7 - Connecting One Proximity Reader

Figure 8 - Connecting Two Proximity Readers

Figure 9 - DIP Switch Setting for Proximity or Magnetic Reader

4.4 Magnetic Stripe Readers Wiring

Figure 10 - Magnetic Stripe Reader RDC-3 Wiring

Figure 11 - Magnetic Stripe Reader RDC-3MP Wiring

* Reader 1 "Data In" terminal, for RDC-3 and RDC-3MP, is used for clock signal.

Figure 12 - Magnetic Stripe Reader RDC-3MP Wiring