INSTALLATION GUIDE - REMOTE ACCESS CONTROLLER RAC 4 • PK3197_10_14
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3.1 Parts and Tools List
NOTE: 
-   Some items are dependant on the 
options or configuration purchased. 
Please ensure all parts ordered & 
required for installation are available 
before beginning.
-   Parts are subject to change without 
notice.
-   For letter designations refer to Figure 9.
RAC 4 Enclosure:
NOTE:  All items above come factory 
installed.
(A)  RAC 4 enclosure with access door
(B)  Controller PCB
(C)   Cam-lock
(D)  DC power jack
Cables (not shown):
NOTE:  Some items come factory 
installed.
(E)  System cables: 
-  Controller PCB to adaptor jack 
-   Controller PCB jumpers (card 
reader type dependent)
Card Reader(s):
NOTE:  Type of card reader(s) dependent 
on system configuration ordered.
(F) Swipe reader (see Figure 4)
(F)  Insert reader (see Figure 6) – may 
require additional tools as per PK3166 
included with the reader.
(F) Contactless reader (see Figure 7)
Locking Device
NOTE:  Locking device(s) dependent on 
system configuration ordered.
(G) Electric strike
(H) Electromagnetic Lock
Power Adaptor includes:
NOTE:  Dependent on country’s electrical 
power requirements.
(I)  1x North America 12 VDC output power 
adaptor with integrated 6 foot (1.8 m) 
power cable. Input power requirements 
of 110-120 VAC, 60 Hz.
or
(J)  1x International 12 VDC output power 
adaptor with integrated 6 foot (1.8 
m) power cable and interchangeable 
AC outlet prongs. Input power 
requirements of 220-240 VAC, 50-60 
Hz.
Other Peripherals (optional):
(K) Request to Exit button
(L) Remote Programming Interface (RPI) 
(M) Remote Unlock (Not shown)
Programming Device
NOTE:  Purchased separately, dependent 
on hotel configuration.
IMPORTANT:  
Programming of the RAC 4 can only 
be done with the following versions of 
programming device software:
- ATLAS: software version 1.0 or higher 
-  Kaba Ilco 780 FDU: software version 
6.40 or higher
- Kaba Ilco FDU 4 (G4): all versions
(N) Front Desk Unit (FDU)
(N)  ATLAS with Infra-red Programming 
Module (IPM)
Installation Hardware Bag:
(O)  4x Philips wood screw #8 x 1-1/4"
(P) 4x Nylon anchor #6 – 10
(Q) 4x Concrete anchor #7 – 9
(R)  1x Strain relief connector with locking 
nut
(S)  1x Strain relief bushing
(T) 2x Diode-rectifier
(U) 5x steel flat washer #8
(V) 3x Crimp terminal B connector
Mandatory tools required:
•  Safety glasses
•  Electric drill 
•   9/64" (3.5 mm) drill bit
•  7/32" (5.6mm) drill bit
•  1/4" (6.5 mm) drill bit
•   3/8" (9.5 mm) drill bit
•  Philips screwdriver (#2)
•  Slotted screwdriver tip width 3/32"
•  Adjustable wrenches 
•  Crimp tool (18-22 AWG)
• Pliers
•  Wire cutter / stripper
•   FDU/ATLAS programmed "Test lock" 
Keycard
•  Hammer or rubber mallet
•  Awl or center punch
3.0 Checklist and Exploded Views