Visonic VXS5 User Manual

VXS-5

Single-Door Stand Alone Proximity
Access Control System

1. INTRODUCTION

Thank you for selecting the VXS-5, the most economical,
proximity access c ontr ol s ys t em on the mar k et des igned f or s mal l
installations. It is a stand alone, self contained access control
system built int o a proximity reader housing. The VXS-5 meets
the need of many users for an electronic door strike control
system with a memory capacity of 10 keys or les s. A small offi ce,
private home or apartment would be the ideal appli cation for t he
VXS-5.

The VXS-5 memorizes a master key plus 10 keys and comes
with five free proximity tags.

The system is powered from a 12 VDC external power supply.
The EMS (Electromagnetic Door Strike) is energized with 12 VDC
when a valid key is presented. System wiring requires 4 leads
only - 2 for power and 2 for the EMS.

2. SPECIFICATIONS

Installation Instructions

VXS-5 Reader and Controller Proximity Key Tag

VXS-5 CONTROLLER

Frequency: 125 kHz
Power Input: 12 - 14 VDC
Power Output to EMS: 12 VDC
Maximum Current: 150 mA (Idle), 650 mA (EMS open)
Indicators: Tri color LED - Green, Red, Amber
Tag Reading Range: 50 - 100 mm (2-4 in.)
Tag Codes Possibilities: 10
Key Memory: 10 keys

12

possible combinat ions

Size (H x W x D): 116 x 70 x 16.8 mm (4-1/2 x 2-3/ 4 x 5/8 i n.)
Weight: 121.5 g (4.3 oz)
Operating Temperature: -20°C to 50°C (-4° to 122°F)
Color: Dark gray

TAG-1 PROXIMITY TAG

Size: (H x W x D): 53 x 35 x 7 mm (2-1/8 x 1-3/8 x 9/32 in.)
Weight: 5.5 g (0.2 oz)
Color: Dark gray

3. INSTALLATION

• Insert a screwdriver into the rec ess at the bottom or top of the

case, and separate the cover from the reader.

• Drill a hole in the wall for the cable.

• Place the base on the ins tallation surface while passing the

cable through the hole, mark two points for drilling, drill the
holes, and insert the enclosed plastic anchors, if necessary.

• Fasten the base to the mount ing surface, usi ng the enclosed

screws.

4. PROGRAMMING

Note: The VXS-5 exits programming aut omatically and reverts to

normal operation if no activity is detected for 10 seconds.

4.1. Initial Non-programmed State
When first connected to power, the LED blinks amber and red

alternately to indicate that there is no master key.

• Present one of the keys supplied wi th the unit. This key will

become the master key.

• The VXS-5 accepts the mas ter key and the LED turns amber

to indicate the idle state.

Note: It is recommended to keep the master key in a safe

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• Connect each wire to t he corresponding terminal according to

the following lis t:

Wire color Function
Black 12V Power [+]
Black/White 12V Power [-]
White EMS [+]
White/Orange EMS [-]

• Replace the reader’s cover, ensuring that the cover is aligned

correctly. This will make the LED visible.

place. The master k ey is us ed for progr ammi ng onl y and c annot
be used for acces s control.

4.2. Add Keys
Hold the master key next to t he unit f or 10 sec onds. The LED wi ll

start blinking green at the rate of 2 Hz (twice a second) to
indicate the ADD mode.

While in ADD mode:

• Present a key to be added.

• The green LED lights up steadily for 2 seconds to indicate

acceptance of the new key.

• To add more keys, wait unt il the unit resumes blink ing green

and present a new key.

• When the memory is full wi th 10 user k eys, the VXS- 5 will not

• To exit the ADD mode wait 10 seconds wi th no activity.

accept any more keys and continue blinking green at 2 Hz
even when a new key is presented.

4.3. Delete Keys
While in the ADD mode, hold the master k ey near the unit f or 10

seconds.

• The LED starts blinking red, thus indicating the DELETE
mode.

• If the key to be deleted is avai lable, simply present it to the
unit for deletion. The red LED light s up steadily for 2 seconds
to indicate that the key has been deleted.

If the key is lost or stolen, all keys must be deleted and the

available keys have to be added back in.

• While in the DELETE mode, present the master key to the

VXS-5 for about 10 seconds.

• The red LED will light up steadily for 2 seconds to indic ate t hat

all keys have been deleted.

• Exit DELETE mode by waiting 10 seconds wi th no activity.

• Enter the ADD mode (see 4.2) and add all available keys.

4.4. Set Unlock Time

The default unlock dur ation is 5 seconds. To change it, you need

to be in the DELETE mode (see 4.3).

• While in the DELETE mode present the mast er tag for about

one second.

• The LED blinks amber at 2 Hz rate.

• Present a valid (non-master) key for the required unlock

duration and remove it promptly.

• The VXS-5 will define the new unlock duration as the length of

time the key was pres ented.

4.5. Reset Master Tag
Resetting the master is perfor med by c onnecti ng the EMS- to t he

Power- in the followi ng order:

• W hile the unit i s connected to power, touch the EMS- wire to
the -12V Power for about 1/2 second

• Wait about 2 seconds (count 1.. 2.. 3..)

• Touch the EMS- wire to the -12V Power again, for 1 second

It may take some prac tic e to get it right . Eventual ly t he mas ter is
erased, and the LED blinks red / amber al ternately i ndicati ng that
a new master is needed (see 4.1).

Note: When deleting the master tag, all other keys are not
affected.

5. OPERATION

During normal operation, the LED l ight s amber t o indi c ate t he idl e
state. When presenting a valid key, the LED lights green and
opens the lock for 5 seconds (default unlock duration).
If a key is invalid, the LED lights red for 2 seconds.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interf erence, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received, including interferenc e that may cause undesired operati on.

This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim its
are designed to provide reasonable protecti on against harmful interference in resident ial install ations. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not i nstalled and used in accordance with t he instructions, m ay cause harmful interferen ce to radio and
television reception. However, there is no guarantee that int erference will not occur in a particular installation. If this device does cause such
interference, which can be verified by t urning the device off and on, the user is encouraged to elim inate the int erference by one or m ore of the
following measures:
– Re-orient or re-locate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the di stance between the device and the receiver.
– Connect the devic e to an outlet on a circuit different from the one which supplies power to the receiver.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

WARNING! Changes or modifications to this unit not expres sly appr oved by t he party r esponsibl e for complianc e could v oid the user 's
authority to oper ate the equipment

If more than 5 consec utive invalid keys are presented with less
than 5 seconds between every two keys, the VXS-5 increases the
time of the red LED to 5 sec onds and reverts to 2 seconds when
a valid key is pres ented or if more t han 60 s econds have passed
with no activity.

WARRANTY

VisAccess Ltd. and/or its subsidiaries and its affiliates ("the Manufacturer") warrants its
products hereinafter referred to as "the Product" or "Products" to be in conformance with
its own plans and specifications and to be free of defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of twelve months from the date of shipment by
the Manufacturer. The Manufacturer's obligations shall be limited within the warranty
period, at its option, to repair or replace the product or any part thereof. The Manufacturer
shall not be responsible for dismantling and/or reinstallation charges. To exercise the
warranty the product must be returned to the Manufacturer freight prepaid and insured.

This warranty does not apply in the following cases: improper installation, misuse,
failure to follow installation and operating instructions, alteration, abuse, accident or
tampering, and repair by anyone other than the Manufacturer.

This warranty is exclusive and expressly in lieu of all other warranties, obligations or
liabilities, whether written, oral, express or implied, including any warranty of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, or otherwise. In no case shall the
Manufacturer be liable to anyone for any consequential or incidental damages for breach
of this warranty or any other warranties whatsoever, as aforesaid.

This warranty shall not be modified, varied or extended, and the Manufacturer does not
authorize any person to act on its behalf in the modification, variation or extension of this
warranty. This warranty shall apply to the Product only. All products, accessories or
attachments of others used in conjunction with the Product, including batteries, shall be
covered solely by their own warranty, if any. The Manufacturer shall not be liable for any
damage or loss whatsoever, whether directly, indirectly, incidentally, consequentially or
otherwise, caused by the malfunction of the Product due to products, accessories, or
attachments of others, including batteries, used in conjunction with the Products.

The Manufacturer does not represent that its Product may not be compromised and/or
circumvented, or that the Product will prevent any death, personal and/or bodily injury
and/or damage to property resulting from burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise, or that the
Product will in all cases provide adequate warning or protection. User understands that a
properly installed and maintained alarm may only reduce the risk of events such as
burglary, robbery, and fire without warning, but it is not insurance or a guarantee that such
will not occur or that there will be no death, personal damage and/or damage to property
as a result.

The Manufacturer shall have no liability for any death, personal and/or bodily injury
and/or damage to property or other loss whether direct, indirect, incidental,
consequential or otherwise, based on a claim that the Product failed to function.

However, if the Manufacturer is held liable, whether directly or indirectly, for any loss or
damage arising under this limited warranty or otherwise, regardless of cause or origin, the
Manufacturer's maximum liability shall not in any case exceed the purchase price of the
Product, which shall be fixed as liquidated damages and not as a penalty, and shall be the
complete and exclusive remedy against the Manufacturer.

Warning: The user should follow the installation and operation instructions and among
other things test the Product and the whole system at least once a week. For various
reasons, including, but not limited to, changes in environmental conditions, electric or
electronic disruptions and tampering, the Product may not perform as expected. The user
is advised to take all necessary precautions for his/her safety and the protection of his/her
property.

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