Software House iSTAR PRO User Manual

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iSTAR Pro
Quick Start
Installation Guide
Version C0
Document Part Number UM-212
January 2007
OVERVIEW
This guide describes quick start connection information for the iSTAR Pro, including:
 how to wire readers to RM ports and to “direct connect” Wiegand ports.
 how to wire supervised inputs and dry contact relay outputs.
System Components
The iSTAR Pro hardware components consist of:
 General Controller Module (GCM) – A general purpose board running Windows
CE. The GCM has two PCMCIA slots for an internal modem, and a second network
interface card or a compact flash card. There is an LCD panel to display the current
status and to use when running built in diagnostics. There is a panel of batteries to
retain the data memory in the event of a power failure.
The iSTAR Pro GCM can interface with one or two ACM modules.
 Access Control Modules (ACM) – A special purpose access control board that
communicates with the GCM and provides inputs, outputs, and readers. An iSTAR
Pro can contain up to two ACMs that interface with Wiegand signaling and ABA
(magnetic) signaling devices.
 Optional 12 VDC@ 5A Power Supply.
 Controllers - with Power Supplies

Software House iSTAR PRO Specifications

General

Model	iSTAR PRO
Input Voltage	12-24 VDC
Communication Protocol	TCP/IP, RS-485
Operating System	Linux
Reader Compatibility	Wiegand, OSDP
Outputs	8
Network Interfaces	10/100 Ethernet
Serial Ports	RS-485, RS-232

Summary

iSTAR Pro System Components

General Controller Module (GCM) Description

A general purpose board running Windows CE with PCMCIA slots, LCD panel, and battery backup.

Access Control Modules (ACM) Description

Special purpose board providing inputs, outputs, and reader interfaces for Wiegand and ABA signaling devices.

iSTAR Pro Power Requirements

Connecting AC Power to iSTAR Pro

Details on routing conduit, using ferrite cores, and connecting hot, neutral, and ground wires.

External Power Supply Requirements

Specifies requirements for external 12 VDC power sources, including UL listing and power-limiting.

iSTAR Pro Battery Backup

Installing and Types of iSTAR Pro Batteries

Guidance on using NiMH AA batteries, installation procedures, and caution for replacement.

GCM Module Details

iSTAR Pro GCM Network Connection

Instructions for connecting a CAT 5 RJ45 cable, including straight-through vs. crossover requirements.

GCM Communication Connections

Connecting the iSTAR Pro via Dialup Modem

Details on connecting P6 to the iSTAR modem and configuring the COM port for dialup.

Connecting the iSTAR Pro via Serial Port

Details on connecting P6 to the server COM port and configuring the COM port for serial communication.

GCM Module Configuration and Diagnostics

Diagnostic Session Setup

GCM DIP Switch Settings

GCM Reset and Memory Clearing

Procedures for using the Reset Switch (S5) to reboot and clear memory, including factory defaults.

ACM Access Control Module Overview

ACM Module Layout and RM4 Readers

ACM Wiegand Reader Configuration

Wiegand Signaling Reader Ports

ACM Module Inputs and Outputs

Supervised Input Wiring

ACM Module Indicators and Controls

ACM Module Switches