Owner's Manual

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Contents
Introduction
The AM-3 Access Controller is designed for use as a primary
access control device for gated communities, parking garages,
offi ce buildings, apartments, dormitories, hotels/motels,
commercial buildings and recreational facilities.
Housed in a lockable, plastic enclosure, the AM-3 features a 2-digit
LED display, nine status indicators, four relay indicators with four
relay activation pushbuttons. Three programming buttons, a
reset button, and a power indicator are present. The enclosure is
monitored with a magnetic “tamper” switch.
The system controls its four output relays by responding to various
input devices that react to proximity cards, transmitters, and entry
codes. The four relay output channels can be programmed to
control electric door strikes, magnetic locks, door & gate operators,
or barrier gates.
Access is granted or denied depending on the current user’s
authorization to gain access and system settings that control
groups of users or all users. Complete access control event
logging, access time restriction, access location restriction,
and administration functions are also available to manage the
installation.
The AM-3 is network ready. AM-3 units can be interconnected with
Linear’s AE-1000 and AE-2000 Telephone Entry Systems through
a 3-wire RS-485 network.
Two sets of Wiegand inputs are available for connection to 26,
30, or 31-bit Wiegand devices (card readers, etc.). Two sets of
PBUS inputs are available for connection to Linear’s line of remote
accessories.
The AM-3 can be powered from a 12-24 Volt AC or DC source. DC
power can be obtained from the access device or AC power from
a separate power transformer. The system supports and charges
a 12-volt backup battery for operation during power outage. Low
battery detection circuitry monitors the backup battery’s condition.
The EEPROM memory retains all entry codes and programming,
even without power.
Operation
In a typical installation, the unit’s memory would be programmed
with each resident’s name and entry code number. Ariving
visitors would use a remote keypad to enter their entry code. Also
proximity receivers, swipe card readers, and other remote devices
can be used with the system.
Block coded MegaCode
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transmitters can be used to gain access
through a remote radio receiver connected to the AM-3 PBUS.
Each transmitter can be individually suspended or re-activated.
The system’s clock/calendar can control access based on specifi c
times and dates. Automatic relay activation can be scheduled.
Access can be restricted to certain times and dates. Holiday
access can be scheduled.
The system’s event log records system activity for future
reference.
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Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Hardware Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Software Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Feature Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessory Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PBUS Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Wiegand Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Component Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Important Mounting Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
AM-3 Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Relay Output Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Power, Battery, & Ground Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Telephone Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
PBUS Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Wiegand Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
RS-232 Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Optional Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Linear Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
FCC Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15