User's Manual

Planning the Installation

Part No. 430-4G-200-00-000

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2. PLANNING THE INSTALLATION

Planning the installation is the single most important aspect of a successful installation. In general, you

need to consider the access controller, the door locks, the devices, and the need for a network. By the

time you are ready to install the system, all of the details presented in the list below should be known.

Take a moment to go through them now before starting your installation.

During the planning phase, you should determine:

• What type of authentication is required for your application?

• How many doors need to be secured?

• What type of device will be on each door? Doors already inside a secure area might not need the

same type or level of security.

• If multiple V-Series 4G devices require networking for template distribution/management, then a

dedicated PC is recommended to administer the system, as well as an RS-485 to RS-232

converter, and cabling for serial communications or cabling for Ethernet.

• Verify that the chosen access controller supports the Wiegand formats supported by V-Station 4G

devices.

• Identify all wiring by the signal levels it is to carry. Use separate cables and conduits for

different signal groups to avoid cross talk. Plan to separate them by these groups:

Power distribution: Wires carry power to devices, door strikes, etc.

Data communication: RS-485, RS-232, USB, Wiegand, Ethernet, etc.

Signal: Door contact, request-to-exit push button, alarm input, etc.

• When planning device placement, determine the distance limitation of each signal type and use

repeaters if necessary.

• Determine the availability of a quality earth ground

• V-Series 4G devices are intended for indoor use only.

If you have any unresolved issues with the items on this list, contact L-1 EAS Technical Support

for additional information before beginning any installation.

V-Station 4G and V-Flex 4G devices should be installed by only a qualified

technician. If you are not qualified to perform an installation task, call L-1

EAS Technical Support or contact a qualified installer.

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