User's Manual

EtherProx Entry Introduction
1. Important Safety Information
The safety guidelines for EtherProx Entry include:
· Power sources
· ANSI/UL listing (USA) and CSA 22.2 listing (Canada)
· UL 294-compliant installations
· FCC Class A digital device
· Canadian Radio Emissions Requirements
Power Sources
To power the door latch, you should use a power limited UL 294 or UL 603 door
strike power supply. You can obtain the door strike power supply from AlarmSAF,
Altronix, Securitron, and Software House. You can also use the door strike power
supply to provide power to the reader units. The typical load on the power supply is
250 milliamps per reader. You can also power the readers by using the DIU
supplied by Software House, or a Desktop Power Supply rated 12 VDC, 1.2 Amp
minimum, with Class 2 and UL Markings. If you do not have a battery backup for
the power supply, you cannot connect the power supply to a receptacle that is
controlled by a switch.
ANSI/UL listing (USA) and CSA 22.2 listing (Canada)
A National Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) has examined and tested
EtherProx Entry, InfoProx Entry, and InfoProx Exit readers according to the
requirements of ANSI/UL 294 - Access Control System Units and CSA 22.2 – No.
205-M1983. The readers are low-voltage 12-volt assemblies that operate from
power limited sources. When you install a reader according to the instructions in
this manual and wire it according to the National Electrical Code (NEC), you can
expect the reader to meet all safety requirements.
UL 294-compliant Installation
To ensure a secure installation that is in full compliance with UL 294 requirements
for security and performance, follow these guidelines:
· You must install the wiring for the door controls on the secured side of
the premises.
· If you provide backup power with the installation, the batteries in the 12-
volt UL 294 or UL 603 power supply should provide power for the door
strike and the readers for a minimum of four hours. If you do not
provide backup power with the installation, make a permanent marking
on the power supply label of the expected duration of the fully charged
battery. The Software House DIU also provides battery power.
· According to UL 294 requirements, if you attempt to force open a door
at an entrance that is controlled by an InfoProx reader, or tamper with
the reader, an audible alarm will activate. A sound alarm device must
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