User's Manual

SC-2300 - 12 - 2/5/2007
Your best option for Proximity Access Control
• Is the card presented correctly? - Card face parallel to reader face
• Is a power supply correct? - No switching power supply please!
• Is reader voltage/current correct? - 7-12V @ 85-95mA typical
• Is the environment free from electromagnetic interference? - Run cable away
from other data carrying cables, reader away from electromagnetic interference
sources!
When troubleshooting, try to identify the source of the problem to a unit level. “Is the
problem originating from the panel?” Or “is the problem originating from the Reader? “
Maybe the problem “is the power supply?”
All AWID’s readers will need only a power supply and a valid card to work properly. If
the reader is only connected with RED (+7-12V) and BLACK (Ground), and presented
with a valid card, the reader will BEEP and momentarily turned AMBER. If the Card
stays within the reader zone of surveillance, the LED on the reader will become flashing
RED and GREEN. When the card is removed, the LED will return to RED, signifying it
has returned to stand-by mode. When the reader works according to the tests above,
the reader is working properly.
Do not cycle the power supply ON and OFF in rapid succession. Each power has its
unique “decay” characteristics, turning the power supply ON and OFF in rapid
succession can cause the Microcontroller to lock-up, due to improper initialization.
Always turn the power supply OFF and count 10 seconds before turning ON again.
To check the validity of the output data in the absence of a panel, you will need to build
a patch cable between the reader and a PC. Call AWID’s Technical Support for details.
If problem persists, consult the system manufacturer. If problem is the reader, consult
AWID’s Technical Assistance Department. AWID help desk is opened from 8:00 AM to
8:00 PM Eastern Standard Time, and can be reached by dialing 1-800-369-5533.
8 Patents and Approvals
AWID products are covered by United States patent #5594384.
AWID logo is a registered trademark of Applied Wireless Identifications Group, Inc.
Where required, AWID’s products are approved by the appropriate regulatory agencies:
U. S. Federal Communications Commission: Part 15
Underwriter Laboratory:
Designed to Comply with: CE, UL, VDE, BZT, DTI & PTT