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Technical Guide
Installing and Connecting System Components

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Keyscan CA250 Series Specifications

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BrandKeyscan
ModelCA250 Series
CategoryControl Unit
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Technical Guide

Installing and Connecting System Components

Describes the installation and connection of Keyscan access control system components.

Foreword

Approved Standards

Lists standards Keyscan control units conform to, including UL, CSA, CE, and FCC.

Product Listings

Provides information on viewing CSA/UL certification records for Keyscan products.

About This Guide

Outlines the technical guide's purpose, target audience, and overall structure.

Installation Requirements

Power

Details power requirements, including transformer specifications and limitations.

Electrical Precautions

Covers essential electrical safety measures for system installation and wiring.

Tools

Lists recommended tools for the installation of the access control system.

Cables

Grounding

Ground Lugs

Information on the location and use of ground lugs within the metal enclosure.

General Installation Guidelines

Mounting Access Control Units and Components

Guidelines for selecting suitable locations and mounting ACUs and power supplies.

Mounting Readers and Door Hardware

Instructions for positioning and installing door components like readers and locks.

Cables

Best practices for running, labeling, and protecting cables from interference.

Elevators

Specific notes and requirements for elevator access control installations.

Terminate Wiring at the ACU

Jumpers

Explains the function of control board jumpers and potential reset procedures.

Communication

Outlines establishing communication between PCs and ACUs via various methods.

Power Up and Test Voltages

Guides on initial power-up procedures and voltage verification.

Mounting – Enclosure & Components

UL STD 294, CSA STD C22.2 (No. 205), CE, FCC 15 Subpart B

Practices for compliance with various safety and emission standards for enclosures.

Mounting the Metal Enclosure

Mounting the PC109x Control Board to Metal Standoffs

Steps for securely attaching the control board to metal standoffs inside the enclosure.

Mounting Power Supplies

Plastic Stand Offs

Instructions for using plastic standoffs for mounting circuit boards.

Grounding Communication Cable Shield

Ground Lugs

Information on the location and proper use of available ground lugs.

Control Board – Mounting Locations

Operating Environment – ACUs & ECUs

Specifies acceptable temperature and humidity ranges for ACU/ECU operation.

Enclosure Tamper Switch

Enclosure Ground Strap

Mounting – Readers & Door Hardware

Door Lock Hardware

Guidance on selecting and installing door lock mechanisms according to codes.

Door Contacts, Exit Buttons, Auxiliary Inputs

Illustrates connections for door contacts, exit buttons, and auxiliary inputs.

Readers

Instructions for mounting proximity readers and considerations for placement.

Terminate Wiring at the ACU

OCB-8 Relay Board

Overview of the OCB-8 relay board's specifications and functions.

Terminate Lock Wiring

Steps for correctly wiring door locks, including power supply considerations.

Fail Safe/Fail Secure Lock Devices

Terminate Input Wiring

Door Monitoring Connections

How to connect normally-closed door contacts for security monitoring.

Exit Device Connections

Connecting exit devices like push buttons or PIRs for door release.

Security Monitoring Connections

Using auxiliary inputs for monitoring windows, alarms, or sensors.

Terminate Elevator Floor Wiring

OCB-8 Jumper Settings

Specific jumper settings required for elevator control applications.

Terminate Floor Input Wiring

Terminate Reader Wiring at ACU

Reader Wiring

Details the color coding and function of wires for reader connections.

Terminate Auxiliary Outputs with Hardware/Alarms

Jumper Settings

System Configuration – Jumper J16

Details on setting communication baud rates and system configuration.

Communication Baud Rate Selection

Guidelines for matching PC and control board communication baud rates.

Communication Terminal Block Activation

How jumpers activate different communication terminal blocks.

Modem Communication with Multiple ACUs

System Mode – Jumper J17

Reader Configuration – Jumper J3

26-bit Waiver of Liability

Information regarding risks and liability for using 26-bit card formats.

Advantage of Keyscan 36-bit Proprietary Wiegand Format

Benefits of using Keyscan's secure 36-bit Wiegand format for higher security.

Security Levels

Ratings for different reader formats based on their security levels.

Card Number Formats

Extended Card Number – Card Enrollment

Procedure for enrolling cards using extended number formats.

Supported Keypad Wiegand Outputs

Liability Warning – 26 Bit Wiegand Card Format

Waiver of Liability

Form for end-users to acknowledge risks of duplicate cards in 26-bit format.

Address/External Jumper J18

Restore Default Settings – Jumper J1 (Clear Memory)

Clear Memory without Full Memory Test

An alternative, faster method for clearing control board memory.

Communication

Multiple Building Communication on a WAN

Using NETCOMs for integrated building-to-building communication over a network.

Modem Communication

Requirements and recommendations for modem-based communication setups.

CPB-10-2

Single ACU Communication

Supported communication modes and devices for single ACU configurations.

Multiple ACU Communication

Inter-building Communication / Ground Loops

Explains ground loop issues and solutions for inter-building communication.

Keyscan RS-232 Data Cable

Configure a 9-pin RS-232 Data Cable

Steps for creating a 9-pin RS-232 data cable with correct pin-to-wire assignments.

Installation Notes

Exceptions - NETCOMs

Specific wiring exceptions and considerations for NETCOM devices.

Communication Jumper J16 for Multiple ACUs with CB-485M/CB-485s

Communication Jumper J16 for Multiple ACUs with Modem/CPB-10-2s

Jumper settings for multiple ACUs using modem and CPB-10-2 configurations.

Power-up & Test Voltages

Power Supply Specifications

Details on the DPS-15 power supply, including its outputs and ratings.

Wiring Connections

Pre-connection checks for wiring integrity, polarity, and backup battery status.

DPS-15 Dual Power Supply – Current Calculation

Methods for calculating current draw to ensure proper power supply sizing.

System Power-up

Control Board Voltage Test Points

Voltmeter Connections

Recommended voltmeter settings and connections for testing board voltages.

Test Points – Communication Terminals

Communication Diagnostics

Communication Status LEDs

Explains the meaning of different LED states for troubleshooting communication.

System Status LED

Appendix A – Keyscan / HID Readers

Power Specifications

Lists power requirements for various Keyscan and HID reader models.

Installation Notes on Proximity Readers

Guidelines for installing proximity readers, avoiding interference and ensuring optimal performance.

Appendix B – Indala Readers

Power Specifications

Details power requirements for Indala proximity reader models.

Installation Notes on Proximity Readers

Installation advice for Indala proximity readers, including placement and environmental factors.

Appendix C – WSSKP-1 Keypad

Installation Notes on Keypads

Guidelines for installing keypads, including Wiegand interface and simulation modes.

Appendix D – K-RX / K-TX2

Installation Notes on K-RX Receiver

Advice for mounting and wiring K-RX receivers, including placement and interference avoidance.

Cable Requirements

Specifies cable types and maximum distances for K-RX/K-TX2 connections.

Power & Grounding

Instructions on how to properly power and ground the K-RX receiver.

Mounting

RF Range Adjustment

How to adjust the RF range of the K-RX receiver using the range dial.

LED & Beeper Indicators

Explains the operation of the K-RX receiver's LEDs and beeper.

K-TX2 Series Transmitters

Button Activation (RF)

How transmitter button activation is determined by jumper settings and channels.

Transmitter Button Enrollment

Procedure for enrolling transmitters with the K-RX receiver.

Battery Replacement

Steps for replacing the transmitter's 3V lithium battery cell.

Range

Specifies the maximum RF read range for K-TX2 transmitters.

Appendix E – Keyscan COMMex

Installation Notes on COMMex

Instructions for connecting COMMex circuit boards to PCs and earth grounding.

Appendix F –WIEEX2 & CWIEEX2

WIEEX2 & CWIEEX2 Functions

Outlines the functions and capabilities of WIEEX2 and CWIEEX2 extenders.

WIEEX2 (RS485) - Installation Notes

Installation guidelines for RS485 Wiegand extenders, including cable and jumper settings.

CWIEEX2 (COAX) - Installation Notes

Installation guidelines for COAX Wiegand extenders, including cable and jumper settings.

Appendix G – Accessibility HC Relay

Accessibility HC Output Relays

Explains how accessibility HC output relays are mapped to door outputs.

Appendix H – Pre-alert Relay

Pre-alert

Matching pre-alert relays to door contacts based on controller type.

Appendix I – Reverse Network

Set System Settings Jumper J16

Specific J16 jumper settings for reverse network communication.

Set IP Address on Access Control Boards

Procedure for configuring IP addresses for reverse network communication.

Reverse Network ACU Connection Summary

CA250B Quick Reference

Ribbon Cable Connection to OCB-8

Mapping of OCB-8 ribbon cable connections to CA250B control board.

CA4500B Quick Reference

Ribbon Cable Connection to OCB-8

Mapping of OCB-8 ribbon cable connections to CA4500B control board.

CA8500B Quick Reference

Ribbon Cable Connection to OCB-8

Mapping of OCB-8 ribbon cable connections to CA8500B control board.

EC1500B Quick Reference

Ribbon Cable Connection to OCB-8

Mapping of OCB-8 ribbon cable connections to EC1500B control board.

EC2500B Quick Reference

Ribbon Cable Connection to OCB-8

Mapping of OCB-8 ribbon cable connections to EC2500B control board.

Current Ratings

Relay States

Warranty

Limited Warranty

Terms and conditions of Keyscan's product warranty against defects.

Seller’s Right of Possession

Keyscan's rights regarding withholding shipments, recalling goods, and repossession.

Product Installation and Operation

Buyer's responsibility for proper installation and adherence to codes.

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