Guide to Version 1.74 Support for Net Controller II and ACX 57xx

Andover Continuum CyberStationGuide to Version 1.74 Support

for NetController II and ACX 57xx Controller

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Title: Guide to Version 1.74 Support for NetController II and ACX 57xx

CyberStation Version 1.74

Date: September, 2007

TAC part number: 30-3001-1001

The information in this document is furnished for informational purposes only, is subjectto change without notice, and should not be construed as a commitment by TAC. TAC, as-sumes no liability for any errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this document.

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Contents

About this Manual ................................................................. 5What’s in this Manual ................................................................. 5Related Documentation .............................................................. 6Symbols ........................................................................................ 6

Chapter 1 Introducing Version 1.74 Service Pack 2 ........................... 7What’s in Version 1.74 Service Pack 2? ..................................... 7What Has and Hasn’t Changed in CyberStation? ..................... 8

Creating a NetController II or ACX 57xx ......................... 8Commissioning the Controller .................................... 9

CyberStation User Documentation ................................... 9

Chapter 2 Overview of NetController II ................................................ 11What Is NetController II? ........................................................... 11

NetController II Features .................................................. 12Embedded Web Server Pages for Commissioning ..... 12Comm Ports .................................................................. 13Ethernet Port ............................................................... 13

NetController II User Documentation ....................................... 14Important Things to Know about NetController II Manual 15

Chapter 3 Overview of ACX 57xx Series Controller ............................ 17What Is ACX 57xx? ..................................................................... 17

ACX 57xx Features ............................................................ 18

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Contents

Embedded Web Server Pages for Commissioning ..... 19Comm Port and Service Port ...................................... 19Ethernet Port ............................................................... 19

ACX 57xx Controller User Documentation ............................... 20Important Things to Know about ACX 57xx Manual ...... 21

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About this Manual

What’s in this Manual

This document describes CyberStation Version 1.74, Sevice Pack 2, which provides support for the newer Andover Continuum NetController II (CX 9680) and the ACX 57xx series controller (ACX 5720 and 5740). It serves as a simple roadmap for the support of these controllers. It provides a brief description of what has changed and hasn’t changed in CyberStation, as well as a brief description of, and references to, NetController II and ACX 57xx features and their user documentation.

This document includes the following chapters:

Introducing Version 1.74 Service Pack 2Overview of NetController IIOverview of ACX 57xx Series Controller


About this Manual

Related Documentation

For additional or related information, refer to these documents.

Symbols

The Notes, Warnings, and Cautions used in this manual are listed below.

Note: Contains additional information of interest to the user.

Document Document Number

NetController II Operation & Technical Reference Guide 30-3001-995ACX 57xx Series Controller Operation & Technical Reference Guide

30-3001-999

NetController II Installation Instructions 30-3001-994ACX 57xx Series Controller Installation Instructions 30-3001-998

CAUTION or WARNINGType of hazardHow to avoid hazard.

Failure to observe this precaution can result in injury or equipment damage.

DANGERELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARDHow to avoid hazard.

Failure to observe these instructions will result in death or serious injury.

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Chapter 1Introducing Version 1.74

Service Pack 2

What’s in Version 1.74 Service Pack 2?

Version 1.74 Service Pack 2 (SP2) provides you, CyberStation Version 1.74 users, with support for TAC’s newer Andover Continuum controllers:

NetController II (CX 9680) - A redesigned, more powerful, more versatile version of the previous-generation NetControllers (CX 990x, CX 994x, and CX 920x).ACX 57xx (5720 and 5740) - The newest generation of TAC access controllers. Designed to replace the ACX 780/781 access controllers, the ACX 57xx is a powerful Ethernet device (rather than an Infinet device). It allows you to connect to card readers, keypads, door inputs and outputs, alarms, and to monitor tamper switches located on cabinet doors and walls.

The NetController II and the ACX 57xx controllers were released to coincide with the release of a major new version of CyberStation: Version 1.8. This service pack allows you to integrate these new controllers into your Andover Continuum building control system, running CyberStation Version 1.74.


Chapter 1: Introducing Version 1.74 Service Pack 2

What Has and Hasn’t Changed in CyberStation?

The only “update” in CyberStation Version 1.74 SP2, to support NetController II and ACX 57xx, allows you to create these Ethernet-level controller objects in your Andover Continuum system.

Creating a NetController II or ACX 57xx

To create a NetController II or ACX 57xx:

1. In Continuum Explorer, create a new InfinityController object on the appropriate network. (See CyberStation online help for instructions.)

2. If you want to create a NetController II: From the General tab of the InfinityController editor, select 9680 from the Controller Type dropdown menu.

If you want to create an ACX 5720 or 5740: Select 5720 or 5740.

3. Enter the appropriate ACCNetID.

4. On the General tab and the Network tab, enter the appropriate network settings.

5. Click Apply.

6. Verify that the controller is online.

7. Teach the controller.

Note: The Network Security checkbox on the General tab is unselectable because it is a Version 1.8 feature that provides encrypted, secure communication for users connected to a NetController II.

For more information on configuring controllers, please see the CyberStation online help.

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Commissioning the Controller

In order for CyberStation to communicate with a NetController II and ACX 57xx, and in order for these controllers to operate on an IP network, the controller’s network address information must be entered. This operation is called commissioning.

The NetController II and ACX 57xx provide powerful Web Server pages, embedded in the controller, that allow you to perform all commissioning tasks. You connect to, and launch, the controller web pages using a Web browser. You no longer need to use the HyperTerminal emulation program.

For more information on controller commissioning, please see Chapter 2, Chapter 3, the NetController II Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-995, and the ACX 57xx Series Controller Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-999.

CyberStation User Documentation

With the exception of this guide to Version 1.74 SP2, the documentation you received with Version CyberStation 1.74 remains the same:

Version 1.74 online helpAndover Continuum CyberStation Configurator’s GuideCyberStation Installation Guide for Version 1.74Other user guides (PDF files) delivered on your original 1.74 CyberStation software

Note: For a more detailed description of NetController II and ACX 57xx documentation, please see Chapter 2 and Chapter 3.



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Chapter 2Overview of NetController II

This chapter provides an overview of the NetController II and its user documentation. It also specifies which features related to NetController II are supported and not supported in this Version 1.74 Service Pack 2.

What Is NetController II?

The NetController II consists of one model: CX 9680. The NetController II is a redesigned version of the previous-generation Andover Continuum NetController. The NetController II has a more powerful CPU, more memory, and many new features. It is totally compatible with the NetController and is suited for new and existing sites, for expansion or direct replacement.

The NetController II replaces the following model NetController models:

CX990xCX994xCX920x

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Chapter 2: Overview of NetController II

NetController II Features

The following list summarizes the features of the NetController II series:

Real time clock12 MB of RAM used for application and run-time data48 MB of RAM used for personnel recordsSupport for 218,000 to 480,000 personnel records depending on the number of areas that the NetController II is servicingInternal battery backup — Backs up Personnel records and other RAM data for a minimum of 7 days.Flash Memory — Database objects saved into flash memory during backup.Four comm ports with increased capabilities compared with the previous-generation NetController.Input power options:

Andover Continuum UPS and Non-UPS power suppliesThird-party 12-28 VDC or 24 VAC power supply

Embedded Web Server pages for commissioning the NetController II

You do not need to use the HyperTerminal Emulation ProgramSupport for up to 32 I/O ModulesSupport for up to 254 Infinet controllersCompatibility with CyberStation Version 1.74 (and higher) software.Optional internal modem

Embedded Web Server Pages for Commissioning

The NetController II uses embedded Web Server pages to allow the controller to communicate with CyberStation software. This operation is called commissioning.

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Comm Ports

The NetController II provides connections to four comm ports (communication ports) that provide the following connection protocols:

RS-232RS-485LBus — Comm1 provides an LBus connection using the LA-1Converter. Comm 4 provides a direct LBus connection.Service portWireless AdapterInternal modem (optional)

In order for a comm port to support a device to which it is connected, it must be configured for that device in CyberStation software using a comm port mode. The following comm port modes are available:

Autoset (default)InfinetLBusPrinterPPPWirelessRaw Port XDriver

Ethernet Port

The NetController II can be connected to workstations and other NetControllers via a 10/100 MB Ethernet port. these connections are accomplished using a 10/100 MB BASE-T (RJ-45) connector.

The NetController II supports all existing Andover Continuum I/O modules. It can support up to 32 I/O modules, which are configured using CyberStation software.

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The LON I/O Bus can be configured as one of the following serial interfaces:

RS-485 (ACC-LON)FTT-10A

For complete information see the NetController II documentation.

NetController II User Documentation

Documentation for NetController II comprises the following:

NetController II Installation Instructions, 30-3001-994 - This document, shipped in the box with your controller, provides physical dimensions, mounting and wiring instructions, power connections, battery backup connections, I/O module connections, Ethernet and comm port connections, specifications, and regulatory notices.NetController II Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-995 - This guide presents instructions for the operation of the NetController II (model 9680). It presents an overview of the NetController II, including feature comparisons with previous-generation NetControllers.

This guide also presents extensive information on installation, power/signal connections, comm port connections, support for wireless communication, product specifications, embedded controller commissioning web pages, a procedure for NetController-to-NetController II conversion, and so onOnline help topics - Online help pages describing the controller commissioning Web Server pages embedded in the NetController II. You launch these help topics in your Internet browser via Help buttons on the embedded web pages.NetController II product data sheet

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Important Things to Know about NetController II Manual

The NetController II Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-995, mentions controller model CX 9681. Please ignore references to the 9681. There is only one NetController II model, the CX 9680.

This manual also may describe some features that are not supported in your CyberStation Version 1.74 SP2:

Network security - Encrypted, secure data communication, also known as “network security.” Please ignore references to this feature as well as references to the Andover Continuum Network Security Configuration Guide.CyberStation Version 1.8 features - New features introduced in Version 1.8 that support the NetController II. These include Area Lockdown, Global Condition Level, Default Clearance Level, support for HID Corp. 100 access cards, FIPS/PIV access cards, FIPS, second credential, and TCP Transport Type. Please ignore references to these Version 1.8 features.Auto redistribution on cool-start

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Chapter 3Overview of ACX 57xx

Series Controller

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This chapter provides an overview of the ACX 57xx series controller and its user documentation. It also specifies which features related to the ACX 57xx are supported and not supported in this Version 1.74 Service Pack 2.

What Is ACX 57xx?

The ACX 57xx series controller (ACX 5720 and 5740) is the next generation of TAC access controllers. It is designed to replace the ACX 780/781 series of access controllers.

ACX access controllers allow you to connect to card readers, keypads, door inputs and outputs, alarms, and to monitor tamper switches located on the cabinet doors and walls.

Unlike the ACX 780/781, the ACX 57xx series is an Ethernet device rather than an Infinet device. The new ACX controller is also compatible with the NetController II and its enhanced features.

Chapter 3: Overview of ACX 57xx Series Controller

Here are some basic facts about the ACX 5720 and 5740:

ACX 57xx Features

The following list summarizes the features of the ACX 57xx series:

Real time clock.12 MB of RAM used for application and run-time data.48 MB of RAM used for personnel recordsSupport for up to 480,000 personnel records.Internal battery backup — backs up personnel records and other RAM data for a minimum of 7 days.Flash Memory — database objects saved into flash memory during backup.12-28 VDC or 24 VAC input power options.Cabinet tamper input.One RS-485 comm portService port — connects to RoamIO2.6 (5720 models) or 12 (5740 models) Universal Inputs that can be configured as supervised or general purpose inputs.4 (5720 models) or 8 (5740 models) Card Reader or Keypad inputs.2 (5720 models) or 4 (5740 models) Form C Relay Digital Outputs with a manual relay override switch.Expansion interface to add up to 2 (xP) Expansion modules and 1 Display module — allows you to configure additional inputs and outputs as required.

Model Doors Card Reader/Keypads

Universal Inputs

Form C Relay Outputs

5720 2 Enter/Exit, up to 4 Enter Only*

4 6 2

5740 4 Enter/Exit, up to 8 Enter Only*

8 12 4

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Embedded Web Server pages for commissioning the ACX 57xx series controller.

You do not need to use the HyperTerminal Emulation programCompatibility with CyberStation version 1.74 (and higher) software.

Embedded Web Server Pages for Commissioning

The ACX 57xx controller uses embedded Web Server pages to allow the controller to communicate with CyberStation software. This operation is called commissioning.

Comm Port and Service Port

The ACX 57xx controller provides a connection to:

One Comm Port (RS-485)One Service Port (RoamIO2).

In order for a comm port to support a device to which it is connected, it must be configured for that device in CyberStation software using a comm port mode. The following comm port modes are available:

Autoset (default)XDriver

Ethernet Port

The ACX 57xx controller can be connected to workstations and other controllers via a 10/100 MB Ethernet port. These connections are accomplished using a 10/100 MB BASE-T (RJ-45) connector.

Note: The ACX 57xx controller only supports connections on an Ethernet network (IEEE 802.3). The controller does not support Token Ring (IEEE 802.5) or FDDI (Fiber Optic).



ACX 57xx Controller User Documentation

Documentation for NetController II comprises the following:

ACX 57xx Series Controller Installation Instructions, 30-3001-998 - This document, shipped in the box with your controller, provides physical dimensions, mounting and wiring instructions, power connections, battery backup connections, I/O connections, universal input connections, card reader/keypad connections, form C digital output connections, Ethernet and comm port connections, specifications, and regulatory notices.ACX 57xx Series Controller Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-995 - This manual presents an overview of the ACX 57xx access-control controller, including feature comparisons with the previous-generation ACX 78x controllers.

It also presents extensive information on installation, power/signal connections, comm port connections, input/output card-reader connections, support for wireless communication, product specifications, embedded controller commissioning web pages, and so on.Online help topics - Online help pages describing the controller commissioning Web Server pages embedded in the ACX 57xx. You launch these help topics in your Internet browser via Help buttons on the embedded web pages.ACX 57xx series controller product data sheet

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Important Things to Know about ACX 57xx Manual

The ACX 57xx Series Controller Operation and Technical Reference Guide, 30-3001-999, mentions controller models ACX 5721 and 5741. Please ignore references to the 5721 and 5741. There are only two models, the 5720 and 5740.

This manual also describes some features that are not available in your CyberStation Version 1.74 SP2:

Network security - Encrypted, secure data communication, also known as “network security.” Please ignore references to this feature as well as references to the Andover Continuum Network Security Configuration Guide.CyberStation Version 1.8 features- New features introduced in Version 1.8 that support the ACX 57xx. These include Area Lockdown, Global Condition Level, Default Clearance Level, support for HID Corp. 100 access cards, FIPS/PIV access cards, FIPS, second credential, and TCP Transport Type. Please ignore references to these Version 1.8 features.Auto redistribution on cool-start



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