ZKTeco MA500 User Manual

Access Control System Installation Guide
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7. Communication
There are two modes that the PC software communicate and exchange information with the
device:
RS485 and TCP/IP, and supports remote control.
(1) RS485 Mode:
Please use specified RS485 wire, RS232/485 active converter,
which consists of bus-type wiring. If the communication wire is
longer than 100 meters, you need to parallel a terminal resistance
on the receiving end, and resistance value is about 120Ω(ohm).
RS485 Reader Function:
Equipment supports RS485 reader function, can be through the RS485 communication connected
to FR1200 reader which is for slaver achieves RS485 Anti-passback function. If RS485 of MA500 is
used for connecting with RS485 slave reader, then RS485 communication to PC is disabled.
Diagram of the device connect to reader as below (The device act master):

ZKTeco MA500 Specifications

General

Type	Basic access control reader
Log capacity	100000
Product color	Black, Silver
Cards capacity	30000 cards
Number of users	3000 user(s)
Fingerprint reader	Yes
Authentication type	Access chip/card, Biometric, Password
Keypad number of keys	12
International Protection (IP) code	IP65
Sensor type	-
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 45 °C
DC current (max)	3 A
RS-485 ports	1
PC connection	RS-485/RJ-45
Built-in display	No

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	127 mm
Width	83 mm
Height	74 mm