The MS-3000 MicroStar Reader

1.0 Introduction
The MS-3000 MicroStar reader is intended for installation on a window mullion or a door frame,
on or off metal, in proximity applications where an unobtrusive reader is required. The MS-3000 reader is compatible with a PXL-500P, or with an NXT/NXT-MSC controller - via an NXT-RM3 (Reader Interface Module).
The reader
provides an audible beeper and a multi colored LED to annunciate the reader's status:
- Amber - to indicate normal operation awaiting an access event
- Green - to indicate a valid card has been presented or the door has been unlocked for access
- Red - to indicate an invalid card has been presented or the door is in an alarm condition.
The MS-3000 MicroStar Reader is housed in a black, weatherproof, shock resistant package. The reader provides optimum performance when mounted on aluminum; read range is slightly reduced if the reader is not mounted on aluminum.
2.0 Specifications
2.1 Dimensions
- 3.25 inches High x 1.41 inches Wide x 0.375 inches Deep
- 8.26 cm High x 3.95 cm Wide x 0.96 cm Deep
2.2 Operating Voltage
- 5v to 14v DC @ 50 ma.
2.3 Cable Specifications
- up to 500 feet using six conductor, shielded, stranded AWG 24 wire (such as Belden 9536).
3.0 Mounting Instructions
Three holes need to be drilled to mount the MS-3000 reader (see Figure 1). One large hole (0.875"
- 7/8") accommodates the beeper and the reader cable. Two small holes are for mounting the reader
on the mullion or door frame (hole size is dependent upon the size of the mounting screw).
Note: Do not mount the reader near sources of Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) such as a
computer monitor. EMI degrades a reader's read range.
4.0 Connections
The MS-3000 reader does not require configuration; there are no switches or jumpers to set. The MS-3000 reader is normally connected to a PXL-500P via the TB5 or TB6 connectors, or to an NXT/NXT-MSC controller via an NXT-RM3 (Reader Interface Module). All connections needed to support the reader are made through the reader's
cable.
4.1 PXL-500P Reader Wiring
The "A" reader connects to TB5, pins 1 through 6 (TB5 has a seventh pin, but no connection is
made to that pin). The "B" reader connects to TB6, pins 1 through 6 (TB6 has a seventh pin, but no
connection is made to that pin).
Connecting to the PXL-500P Controller (TB5 or TB6)
PIN # | Function | Wire Color |
1 | Reader Antenna | Blue |
2 | Beeper | Green |
3 | Reader Power | Red |
4 | Reader Ground | Black |
5 | Green LED | Brown |
6 | Red LED | White |
7 | No Connection | N/A |
4.2 NXT-RM3 Module Reader Wiring
5.0 Installation Verification
The reader's power is provided by the controller, so the reader is powered on when the controller is
powered on. The reader's normal state is to display a constantly on Amber LED as it waits for a card
or tag to be presented.
To verify the reader is functioning correctly, pass a Keri proximity card or a Keri Key tag within a
few inches of the reader. The reader will beep and either the green or red LED will flash
(depending upon whether or not the card/tag has been enrolled at the controller) and then return to
steady amber.
To verify the reader's read range, hold a Keri proximity card or a Keri Key tag parallel to the
reader, about 1 foot away and slowly draw the card/tag in toward the reader. Note the distance
when the reader recognizes the card. The MS-3000 reader's range will be up to 4 inches for a card
and 2 inches for a tag depending upon the installation conditions, the material on which the reader is
mounted, and whether it is a card or a tag being read.

Note: Due to the physical size difference between
cards and tags, tags provide approximately 50% less read range than cards.
Refer to the Troubleshooting the Reader Installation section if the reader is not
functioning properly.
6.0 MS3000X Reader Troubleshooting
Problem
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Probable Cause
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Corrective Action
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The reader does not recognize a card/tag
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- One or more of the
reader's wiring
connections are
incorrect.
- The reader is not
receiving proper power
from the controller.
- The reader is mounted
too close to a device that
radiates electromagnetic
interference.
- A jumper is not set
correctly on the
controller.
- You are using an
incorrect type of card.
- The reader is unable to
read the card.
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- Power down the controller and verify the
wiring connections are correct for the reader/
controller combination per the instructions
provided in the Connections section on pages
2 and 3.
- Verify the voltage supplied to the reader is
between 5 and 14 VDC.
- Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects read
range. When possible, relocate either the
reader or the device to provide a greater
distance between the two.
- Ensure the jumpers JP6 and JP7 are set correctly for either Serial (jumpers ON) or TCP/IP (jumpers OFF).
- Make sure you are using an access card that
is compatible with the reader.
- Verify there is nothing that can interfere
between the reader and the access card.
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The reader has a short read range
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- The reader's controller
is not properly
grounded.
- The shield wire for the
reader's cable has
opened somewhere
between the reader and
the controller.
- The reader is mounted
too close to a device that
radiates electromagnetic
interference.
- The controller is
mounted too close to a
device that radiates
electromagnetic
interference.
- The reader is powered
by a switching power
supply.
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- Ensure there is a quality earth ground
connection made to the controller. Refer to
the controller's documentation for specific
information regarding the earth ground
connection.
- Verify the shield line from the controller to
the reader is one continuous, connected line.
Refer to the controller's installation
documentation and verify the shield line is
correctly connected to the controller.
- Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects read
range. When possible, relocate either the
reader or the device to provide a greater
distance between the two.
- Devices such as computer monitors radiate
electromagnetic interference that affects the
performance of the receiver board on the
controller. When possible, relocate either the
controller or the device to provide a greater
distance between the two.
- Switching power supplies are EMI sources.
Change to a linear, regulated power supply.
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