C•CURE Watch ® Installation and Service Guide 8000-2803-01 A
Access Systems C•CURE Watch Installation and Service Guide COPYRIGHT 2001 All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form without written permission from Sensormatic Electronics Corporation. 8000-2803-01, Rev.
WARNING Do not install this product in hazardous areas where highly combustible or explosive products are stored or used. WARNING The C•CURE Watch installation must be performed by qualified service personnel and should conform to all local codes. The reader/controller enclosure does not contain user serviceable parts. Contact Technical Support at 1-800-392-2873 for help in resolving system performance issues.
Table of Contents Error! Bookmark not defined. Table of Contents ........................................................................................................ 1 Chapter 1 ................................................................................................................... 1-1 Introduction............................................................................................................... 1-1 Product Overview.................................................................
Coordinating with Software Features................................................................... 3-3 Configuration Requirements ................................................................................ 3-3 RF Passage Antennas................................................................................... 3-3 RF Controllers ............................................................................................... 3-4 Inputs ................................................................
Parts List .............................................................................................................. 5-2 RFID 56 Format ................................................................................................... 5-2 Tune RF Passage Antennas................................................................................ 5-2 DIP Switch Settings.............................................................................................. 5-4 Troubleshooting Tips ...................
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Chapter 1 Introduction In This Chapter Product Overview ....................................................................................................... 1-2 Access Badges and Asset Tags................................................................................. 1-2 Handheld Reader ....................................................................................................... 1-2 RF Readers ..................................................................................................
Product Overview Handheld Reader C•CURE Watch products use RFID (radio frequency identification) technology to gather unique identification data from access control badges and asset tags. This information is sent to the C•CURE 800/8000 Access Control System (host) for customized event handling and database storage. A handheld reader is available for initializing assets. Asset tags must be initialized before they can be assigned to specific assets in the host system.
an extended interrogation zone that makes badge and tag detection practically transparent to users. It does not require line of sight and operates without any special presentation effort. RF passage antennas can be installed at doors or portals to monitor badges and/or assets. A portal is any location where access is not restricted such as: halls, passageways, and doors that are not controlled by the host. RF passage antennas are available in two models: A and B.
Specifications Electrical Recognized by Host as One RF Reader The number of RF passage antennas required for a particular door/portal depend on the size of the opening being protected and whether the RF reader is to recognize assets. The following configurations are recommended: Door/Portal Width Tags Only Badges Only Optimum Performance Up to .9m (3ft) 1 Model A and 1 Model B 1 Model A 2 Model A and 2 Model B .9m (3ft) – 1.
External Power Supply for RF Controller Regulatory North America:......Requires a nominal 15Vdc @ 8A peak Class 2 linear power supply. (Not investigated by UL). Emissions: ..........................FCC Part 15 EU: Safety: ................................UL 294 This product runs on 15Vdc linear power supply. In the EU, it is intended to be powered from a Limited Power Source.
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Chapter 2 Basic Functionality In This Chapter Basic System Operation ............................................................................................. 2-2 RF Controller Block .................................................................................................... 2-3 Synchronization Circuitry ..................................................................................... 2-3 Communications Interfaces .............................................................................
Basic System Operation The C•CURE Watch system consists of three major parts: transponder (embedded in tag or card), antenna, and RF controller. To read data from a tag/card, the RF controller transmits a 134.2kHz charging field for approximately 50ms to an antenna connected to the RF controller. The electromagnetic field generated by the antenna charges the tag/card. The tag/card stores this charge in a capacitor.
synchronization signal and sends it to the next RF controller (if any). RF Controller Block • Synchronization Circuitry The synchronization circuitry (7) consists of one input and one output channel using the RS-422 differential communications protocol. This circuitry prevents interference from other RFID components in the area by synchronizing transmit/receive signals. Synchronization establishes a daisy-chain connection between RF controllers operating in close physical proximity to each other.
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Chapter 3 Planning In This Chapter RF Passage Reader Configurations........................................................................... 3-2 Single-Antenna Configurations ............................................................................ 3-2 Multiple-Antenna Configurations.......................................................................... 3-2 Application-Specific Configuration Requirements................................................ 3-2 Coordinating with Software Features .......
RF Passage Reader Configurations In many configurations, antennas in an antenna pair are connected above and below the door to form a wire loop. Wire Loop An RF passage reader protects a door or portal by detecting badges and/or tags. An RF reader is represented by a combination of hardware components: an RF controller and one or more RF passage antennas. Since an RF controller accepts input from up to four antennas, one RF controller can represent up to four RF readers.
• A pair of Model A RF passage antennas is required to protect doors between .9m (3ft) and 1.8m (6ft). The wire loop is required for this configuration.
• Check installation sites for potential noise sources: – Whenever possible, remove noise sources such as computer monitors, TVs, switching power supplies, and neon displays from within 1.8m–2.4m (6ft–8ft) of antennas. – Whenever possible, remove large metal office furniture such as desks, filing cabinets, book shelves, and waste baskets from within .6m–.9m (2ft–3ft) of antennas.
Cabling • apC/iStar RS-485 cable runs of exceptional distance may require Belden 9842, which IS NOT plenum rated. • Synchronization cabling is required for RF controllers located within 152m (500ft) of each other, even when they are not connected to the same system. • Passage antenna wire loop may be exposed to corrosive cleaning fluids; cable jacket MUST be composed of a fluoropolymer such as FEP Teflon or Kynar with a thickness of .3mm (.015in.).
Asset Tag Note: Asset tags have not been evaluated by UL. Allow two hours for the adhesive to set, ensuring a bond to the asset’s surface that will not be easily compromised. Complete application instructions are provided in Appendix A: Asset Tag Installation. Access Control Badge Access control badges and badge format (RFID 56) must be defined in the host system before use. Tools and Equipment The installation process may vary based on construction materials and hardware components.
Chapter 4 Installation In This Chapter Installation Checklist................................................................................................... 4-2 Phase 1: Hardware Installation ............................................................................ 4-2 Phase 2: System Activation and Test .................................................................. 4-2 Install Cable Runs ......................................................................................................
Installation Checklist This check list provides an overview of the steps required to install C•CURE Watch components. Since order of installation can vary somewhat based on site requirements, the check list establishes guidelines concerning the relative order in which they may be completed. Site planning should be completed before beginning the installation. ! WARNING: Do not install this product in hazardous areas where highly combustible or explosive products are stored or used.
RF Passage Antenna Kit (0351-2180-01) Description Top Bracket, Passage Antenna Butt Splice, FULLINS, 22-16 Screws, SDRL 8 x 1/2, PHP, S304 Anchors, MLY, 8-10, W/PH SCR, 7/8”L Wire, HK, 18G, 19x30, TFE, Black Qty. 1 2 16 16 8 Part No. 0500-5026-01 2141-0003 2816-7669-01 2880-0097-01 6018-0012-01 4. With antenna’s mounting surface facing bracket, align three openings over bracket tabs, press antenna against bracket (1), then slide antenna down (2) until it is secure. Install brackets and Mount Antennas 1.
1. Remove door threshold, and determine if there is adequate clearance to place connecting wire under it without cutting a floor trench. 2. Connect terminal block to control connector P2 (pin 1 is at outside edge of board). 1: RX– 2: RX+ 3: Green LED 4: Amber LED 5: Red LED 6: LED Ground 7: TX 8: N/C 2. If necessary, cut floor trench (0.3cm [1/8in.] wide by 1.2cm [1/2in.] deep). 3. Locate ends of loop wire tucked into frame at top and bottom of each antenna.
Install Finishing Hardware Prepare for Installation 1. Insert stabilizing brackets as shown below, one at top and one at bottom of antenna. Attach to mounting bracket with two screws. The following items are required before installation begins: • Stabilizing Bracket Mounting Bracket 2. Install antenna top cap. Place top cap over antenna interface board starting at front. Position LED window over LEDs. A pin inside cap front seats in antenna cover beneath LEDs. Secure at sides with two screws.
2. Verify that On/Off switch is in off position. 2. Connect terminal block to appropriate antenna control connector (pin one is solid). Antenna 2 Antenna 1 On/Off Switch Mounting Holes Antenna 3 Antenna 4 N L 3. Hold enclosure in its mounting location and mark position of mounting screws (4) at openings in back of enclosure. 4. Drill holes for screws and install wall anchors if required. Insert top screws and tighten until almost flush with wall. 5.
4. Connect Connect terminal block to appropriate antenna power connector. CAUTION: System failure may result if antennas are not connected as specified below. ! 5. Set antenna address switches. Multiple RF passage antennas configured as part of the same RF reader must have corresponding address switches set to same address. Important: Set address switches for unconnected antennas to 0.
Connect Inputs and Outputs The RF controller provides connections for two inputs and two outputs. These inputs and outputs must be associated with the opening/portal connected to the Antenna 1 connector. +12Vdc Output 1 Output 2 Output 1 Output 2 +12Vdc P20 N L Output 1 Output 2 Return 2 P19 Input 2 Return 1 Input 1 Inputs must be supervised. All inputs and outputs are configured from the host system. Inputs must be wired as shown below. Circuit protected outside dotted line.
Connect Communications Cable The RF controller provides two RS-485 connectors for configuration flexibility. RF controllers may be daisy-chained to the host panel. In addition to RF controllers, input/output boards may also be included in the daisy chain. 1. Connect 2-conductor or 4-conductor, shielded cable to 5-pin terminal block.
Connect RF Reader at Panel Connect the RF Reader to the host panel using instructions provided by the manufacturer. Open In – Note: Shield in RS-485 cable must be connected to chassis ground at panel. In + Shield Out – Out + Sync cabling establishes one RF controller as primary and all others as secondary. The first RF controller in the sync cabling daisy chain becomes the primary RF controller.
! CAUTION: A 10A, 2 pole, ganged disconnect device, which also provides short circuit and overload protection, and has a minimum 3mm open circuit clearance, in accordance with the National Electric Code and applicable local codes must be installed by a licensed electrician at a location readily accessible to the equipment.
Inspect Installation Verify System Operation A final inspection of the installation should be conducted before applying power to the system. There are two levels of system verification: 1. Verify that the RF controller power switch is turned Off. • Functional test of RF controller and RF antenna does not require connection to panel. • Full system test requires connection to panel and configuration of host system.
Full System Test The full system test requires configuration of the C•CURE 800/8000. To add an RF reader to the host system, refer to the C•CURE 800/8000 Administrator’s Guide (UM-028) and the C•CURE 800/8000 Asset Manager User’s Guide (UM-033). To verify system operation you must configure the following software parameters: • Configure C•CURE Watch readers. • Define tag and card formats. • Define tags and cards to be tested. Based on system configuration, test each opening with tags and/or badges.
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Chapter 5 Service In This Chapter Parts List..................................................................................................................... 5-2 RFID 56 Format.......................................................................................................... 5-2 Tune RF Passage Antennas ...................................................................................... 5-2 DIP Switch Settings ....................................................................................
Parts List Tune RF Passage Antennas Description Product Code C•CURE Watch RF Controller with universal power supply CW-RID-1 RF Passage Antenna, Model A CW-ANT-PA RF Passage Antenna, Model B CW-ANT-PB C•CURE Watch Programmed Badge CW-FBRW-1 ! To optimize system performance, each RF passage antenna must be tuned. The tuning process uses six tuning jumpers to peak antenna voltage. RFID 56 Format The RFID 56 card format must be selected in the Card Format window of C•CURE 800/8000.
4. Place a digital dc voltmeter between test points E3 (dc out) and E4 (ground). E3 (dc out) E4 (ground) Set Tuning Jumpers The tuning process maximizes system performance by ensuring that antennas receive the maximum possible voltage. The various combinations of tuning jumper positions represent an impedance curve. Maximum Voltage All Jumpers In 5. Turn RF controller power switch On. Add or remove jumpers to achieve maximum voltage. See Set Tuning Jumpers on page 53 for recommended tuning procedure.
5. Complete steps 3–5 for each pin position, working from top to bottom. The next pin position to check is pin position 2. Note: Voltage level for satisfactory performance is 18V±4V. See Chapter 5: Service to troubleshoot an antenna that cannot achieve voltage requirement. DIP Switch Settings The RF controller includes 3 DIP switches which are factory set. S1 SW1 MSW1 Switch S1 DIP Switch Settings 1 2 3 Off Off — SW1 Off Off Off MSW1 Off Off Off 5-4 8000-2803-01, Rev.
Troubleshooting Tips The following table contains suggested solutions for problems that might be encountered in the installation and operation of C•CURE Watch system components. Symptom Possible Cause Action System does not power on. Defective power supply. Replace the power supply. Blown fuse on the RF controller board. Replace with 5A., 250V fuse manufactured by Semko or equivalent. Power supply safety cutoff input may be open.
Symptom Possible Cause Action Antenna is located near a metallic object. Remove the metallic object. Reposition the antenna, if possible. Antenna is not tuned correctly. Tune the antenna. See Tune RF Passage Antennas on page 5-2. Antenna voltage measurement is fluctuating. Unable to read badges or tags except when placed very close to an antenna. Antenna is located near a metallic object. Remove the metallic object. Reposition the antenna, if possible.
Symptom Possible Cause Action C•CURE 800 system reports the reader as offline. RS-485 cabling is not properly connected. Verify RS-485 communications connections, polarity, and grounding. Reader address is not properly configured. Check address configured in C•CURE 800 host and the RF controller DIP switches. RS-485 cabling is damaged. Replace cable.
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Appendix A Asset Tag Installation Note: Asset tags have not been evaluated by UL. In This Chapter Overview.....................................................................................................................A-2 Applying Adhesive Tape.............................................................................................A-2 Applying 3M 4475 Plastic Adhesive ...........................................................................A-2 Positioning Guidelines .............................
CAUTION: Adhesive application requires two hours to establish a permanent bond. Do not disturb the asset or tag for two hours. Overview Asset Tag Asset tags are attached to external asset surfaces using semi-permanent adhesive tape or permanent plastic adhesive. Asset tags are shipped in two ways depending on how they will be attached. For semi-permanent applications, the adhesive tape is applied to asset tags before shipping—they are ready to install.
! Positioning Guidelines How you position tags on assets can affect the success of your asset management program. You must ensure that the tag will not interfere with asset use and that the asset does not interfere with the tag’s signal. The following guidelines will help you identify suitable locations for affixing tags: • The tag must be affixed to a flat, solid surface. A non-textured surface provides optimum performance. • Ensure that the tag is affixed to a nonremovable portion of the asset.
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Appendix B Managing RF Passage Antenna Performance In This Chapter Performance Overview ...............................................................................................B-2 Environmental Conditions Affecting Performance......................................................B-2 Cable/Line Interference........................................................................................B-2 Antenna Loading .........................................................................................
Performance Overview The C•CURE Watch system uses RFID (radio frequency identification) technology to gather information for access control and asset tracking applications. Under ideal conditions, RFID technology provides a reliable method of communicating information. However, sometimes environmental conditions interfere with passage reader performance. Different conditions interfere with performance in different ways—each requiring a different performance management solution.
Antenna Performance Frontal The following antenna detection distances have been verified by UL. Note: “Top” means that detection occurred .6m (1.5ft) from the top of the antenna. “Bottom” means detection occurred .6m (1.5ft) from the floor. Detection occurred between the top and bottom in the indicated distances. Vertical Lateral One Antenna, .
Before You Begin When installation is complete, each passage reader is tested with cards and/or tags that have been defined in the host system. Performance is acceptable if tags and cards are detected at a distance of .9m (3ft) from the antennas and anywhere between the antennas (no holes in center of field). If performance is not acceptable, the cause must be identified. In many cases, poor performance is caused by improper installation.
Troubleshooting Tips The following suggestions may help troubleshoot passage reader performance in unusual situations. Existing Installations If a passage reader that has been performing well develops performance problems: • Walk through area to see if there are evident changes in the physical environment. Has equipment been moved or new equipment installed? • Check with facilities and department personnel regarding recent repairs.
Troubleshooting Procedures One or more of the following procedures may be required to manage passage reader performance: • Isolate an antenna. • Use a communications receiver Note: NEVER operate PC using external ac power. This will create a new source of interference that is detected by receiver. 2. Connect serial communication and power to ICOM receiver. Use serial communication cable to connect ICOM receiver to PC. Serial Communication • Install cancellation coils Isolate an Antenna 1.
6. Set IC-PCR1000 parameters. Tuning Components: Frequency to 130kHz (0.130.000). Tuning Step (TS) to 100 Hz. Meter/Scan Components: Delay Time to minimum. Speed to maximum. Mode/Vol Components: Modulation to AM. Narrow (NAR) filter to 3kHz. Turn on Automatic Gain Control (AGC). Audio Frequency (AF) gain to desired level (muting this feature is recommended to help determine strength of RF field being monitored). Attenuation (ATT) can be activated as needed if signal strength saturates receiver.
installed. Even small movements can compromise passage reader performance. Required Equipment The following equipment is required to create and install noise cancellation coils: • Tools for removing and assembling the antenna cover • 2-conductor, 18AWG, plenum cable • A cylindrical object approximately 8cm (3in.
25 to 30 Turns in Each Coil 8cm (3in.) Tape Antenna coupling loop is now ready to install. Remaining wire is referred to as antenna wire in the following steps. Splice Antenna Coupling Loop 5. Make one coil for each source of interference/antenna combination. Set completed coils aside while you prepare antenna coupling loops and antenna wires. Make Antenna Coupling Loop The antenna coupling loop is made using standard 2-conductor wire. 1.
The antenna coupling loop must be mounted just above the third cutout. When installed, antenna coupling loop should look like this: Area of Critical Positioning 1. Determine how you will install antenna wire between antenna and source of interference. Site requirements for safety and appearance will influence how wire is installed. Antenna wire can exit antenna from top or bottom to meet installation requirements. 2. Attach antenna coupling loop to antenna.
process. Once you have installed and fine tuned all coils, recheck noise cancellation for each coil and reposition it if necessary. Repeat this process until you are satisfied with system performance. Connecting One Coil Follow these steps to connect one coil to an antenna. 1. Verify that source of interference is in its permanent operating position. It is important to avoid moving source of interference after installation is complete. 2. Connect coil to antenna wire.
Twist black wire of connecting wire from first coil with black wire of new connecting wire and secure with a wire nut. Set coil as close as possible to source of interference. 9. Fine tune noise cancellation for first coil. Small changes in coil shape affect noise cancellation results. Fine tune by making small changes to shape of coil. Monitor effects of these changes until cancellation is optimized. 5.
