OPENPATH SINGLE DOOR CONTROLLER INSTALLATION GUIDE V1
Openpath Single Door Controller Installation Guide GETTING STARTED ADDITIONAL RESOURCES PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Installation NETWORK REQUIREMENTS POWER REQUIREMENTS SELECTING A BACKUP BATTERY MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS RECOMMENDED CONFIGURATION STANDARD WIRING CONFIGURATION WIRING FAIL SAFE AND FAIL SECURE LOCKING HARDWARE VOLTAGE SWITCHES PROVISIONING THE SDC REQUIREMENTS TEST INTERNET CONNECTION NETWORK SETTINGS COUNTRY SETTINGS Troubleshooting LEGACY WIRING SDC LEDS RESETTING THE SDC SOFT RESET HARD RESET Regul
Openpath Single Door Controller Installation Guide GETTING STARTED This Installation Guide explains how to install and configure the Openpath Single Door Controller (SDC) as part of an Openpath Access Control system. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES ● ● ● Smart Reader Data Sheet Openpath Admin App Guide Openpath User Guide PRIOR TO INSTALLATION Prior to installing Openpath hardware, perform a customer site survey to determine the following: ● How many entries need to be configured (e.g.
Note: If using an external DNS server, outbound UDP port 53 must also be open. To support Wi-Fi unlocking from the mobile app, the SDC’s inbound TCP port 443 must be available from within the LAN. Inbound port forwarding on the router, firewall, or NAT device is not required. POWER REQUIREMENTS The Openpath SDC can be powered with PoE, PoE+, or an external 12-24V supply. Use an external power supply for backup or if PoE is not available—24V required if locking hardware requires 24V.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS The SDC can be mounted a few different ways: on a single or double gang box or on drywall. To install on a standard US 1-gang box: 1. Use two 6-32 screws (A) to attach backplate (B) to gang box Recommended: Use the provided drywall screws (C) and anchors (not shown) on drywall for added stability 2. Snap on main housing (D) to backplate (B) a. On the right side of the main housing (D), ensure that the two edge clips fit into their respective notches on the backplate (B) b.
To install on drywall: 1. Use the provided drywall screws (C) and anchors (not shown) to attach backplate (B) to wall 2. Snap on main housing (D) to backplate (B) a. On the right side of the main housing (D), ensure that the two edge clips fit into their respective notches on the backplate (B) b. Press firmly on the main housing (D) to snap into place 3. Partially unscrew pre-installed M4 set screw (E) to secure main housing (D) to backplate (B) 4.
Note: For elevators, all relays and readers must be connected to the same SDC. If you need more than two access controlled floors or readers, add the Openpath Elevator Expansion Module. WARNING: Always remove power from the SDC and locking hardware before wiring readers and other devices. Failure to do so can damage the SDC.
