User's Manual

K02017-000 Rev. A

1.0 Overview

1.1 Introduction

The FlexSmart Slim readers’ use the same reader electronics module. A reader can easily be

configured at the site because the readers’ bezels can be interchangeably snapped on the common

reader module. The following is a quick installation procedure.

The FlexSmart Arch and Wave readers mount on any North American standard electrical gang box or

on any flat surface, with snap on bezels. See pages 5 and 6.

1.2 Unpacking and Identifying Supplied Parts

Unpack the contents and become familiar with the components. The following items will be included with

FlexSmart readers:

1. Installation guide.

2. FlexSmart reader module for Slim or Wallswitch and Midrange.

3. Front Bezel.

1.3 Identifying the Reader Format

The reader format is typed on the ID label (see figure) on the reader

electronics module.

2.0 Installation

2.1 Mechanical Installation

Refer to pages 6 for reader style.

2.1.1 Mullion Mounting

FlexSmart Wave and Arch, Slim readers mount to a mullion by drilling drill two holes 6-32 or M-3 sheet

metal or thread forming screws 3.3” (8.38 cm) apart. Locate and drill a 0.375” (0.95 cm) hole for the

reader cable per page 6 for Wave and Arch respectively.

Route the cable through the center hole to the controller. Using the two 6-32 or M-3 screws attach the

reader to the first two mounting holes. Once the reader module is screwed in place, snap on the, Arch

or Wave bezel.

2.1.3 Removing Front Bezel

Remove Wave bezels using a strong paper clip. Hook the paper clip onto the latch and pull downwards

to release it. Remove Arch bezels by pressing a pointed object into the bottom holes of the enclosure to

release the latches.

2.2 Power Supply Cable Types and Maximum Lengths

The FlexSmart readers require a minimum voltage of 9.0 VDC. Voltage drops, caused by the cable

resistance, can be made up by increasing the power supply voltage (DO NOT SET THE POWER

SUPPLY VOLTAGE TO HIGHER THAN 16 VDC). The following are the recommended cable types and

maximum cable lengths for cable connecting the power supply to the reader (DO NOT USE CABLES

WITH GAUGES SMALLER THAN 24 AWG):