MS4000 Reader Installation Guide

MS4000 Reader Installation Guide

The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader


1.0 Introduction

The MS-4000 ShootingStar Reader is intended for installation on a solid metal surface, in proximity applications where a vandal-proof reader is required. The reader is housed in a weatherproof, bulletproof stainless steel package.

The reader can withstand 9mm bullets a “point-blank” firing range and will not be burned by common cigarette lighters, both which are typical sources of vandalism.
  1. Bullet proof and flame resistant
  2. Designed for high crime areas where vandalism is a problem
  3. Virtually impossible to pry off a wall or mullion
  4. Perfect for inner city housing projects
  5. Field proven in the toughest environments

2.0 Specifications

2.1 Dimensions 

  1. 5.25 inches high x 2.0 inches wide x 0.75 inches deep
  2. 13.4 cm high x 5.1 cm wide x 1.9 cm deep

2.2 Weight

  1. 15.4 oz. (431g)

2.3 Read Range

  1. Up to 2 inch (50mm)

2.4 Input Voltage

  1. +11-14 VDC

2.5 Current Draw

  1. 80 mA typical

2.6 Operating Temperature

  1. -40º C to +65º C

2.7 LED Indicator

  1. Not Applicable

2.8 Audio Tone

  1. Not Available

2.9 Frequency

  1. 125 KHz excitation

2.10 Color

  1. Stainless Steel

2.11 Material

  1. Surround: Stainless Steel
  2. Face: Fiber-Tex® (UL 752 listed)

2.12 Warranty

  1. The MS-4000 carries a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.

2.13 Cable Specifications

  1. up to 500 feet using four conductor, shielded, stranded AWG 24 wire (such as Belden 9534).

3.0 Mounting Instructions

There are two methods for mounting the ShootingStar Reader on a solid metal surface.
  1. To mount the reader from the outside, three holes need to be drilled. One through-hole (0.25" - 1/4") accommodates the reader cable. Two holes correspond with two 1/4", countersunk through-holes in the face of the reader (hole size is dependent upon the size of the mounting screw).

  2. To mount the reader from the inside, five holes need to be drilled. One through hole (0.25" - 1/ 4") accommodates the reader cable. Four 1/4" through holes correspond with four 1/4" x 20 tapped holes in the back of the reader. Drill these holes to accommodate 1/4" x 20 bolts. 

    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 ShootingStar Reader does not require configuration; there are no switches or jumpers to set. The ShootingStar Reader is normally connected to a PXL-500 or NXT/NXT-MSC (via a Reader Interface Module).

All connections needed to support the reader are made through the reader's cable. Three of the wires on the MS-4000 cable are not used (Brown, White, and Green). Please consult the tables on pages 2 and 3 for specific connection instructions.

4.1 PXL-500P Reader Wiring to a PXL-500

The "A" reader connects to TB5, pins 1 through 6 (TB5 has a seventh pin, but no connection is made to that pin, there is also no connection to pin 2 (beeper) and pins 5 and 6 (LEDs). The "B" reader connects to TB6 , pins 1 through 6 (TB6 has a seventh pin, but no connection is made to that pin). There is also no beeper or LED connections.

Connecting to the PXL-500P Controller (TB5 or TB6)

PIN #
Function
Wire Color
1
Reader Antenna
Blue
2
No Connection
N/A
3
Reader Power
Red
4
Reader Ground
Black
5
No Connection
N/A
6
No Connection
N/A
7
No Connection
N/A

Note: The reader shield should be connected to a ground point on the controller or on the controller's enclosure.

4.2 NXT-RM3 Module Reader Wiring


Note: The reader shield should be connected to a ground point on the controller or on the controller's enclosure.


5.0 Installation Verification

The following information applies to an installation with a Keri Systems PXL, NXT or NXT-MSC controller. When used with an alternative host controller/alarm panel through an IntelliProx used in its Wiegand input device mode, the actions of the reader are controlled by the alternative host controller/alarm panel and might not match those of a Keri Systems controller.

Note: The Intelliprox SM2000X module is now an obsolete product and therefore can no longer be purchased from Keri Systems.

The reader's power is provided by the controller, so the reader is powered on when the controller is powered on. Since the ShootingStar Reader does not have an LED or beeper to annunciate reader status, the only way to verify reader operation is to present an enrolled card or tag to the reader and see that the door associated with the reader and controller unlocks. This is valid for the PXL, NXT and NXT-MSC controllers.

The ShootingStar reader's range will be up to 1 inch depending upon the installation conditions, the material on which the reader is mounted, and whether it is a card or a key tag being read. The metal surrounding and protecting the reader's electronics limits the reader's read range. Because of this, the key tag is the preferred proximity device. Its small size allows the entire key tag to be presented within the reader's field. Cards can be used, but they must be presented to the reader in a manner that places a large portion of the card within the reader's field. The following image shows how this is done.



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 MS Reader Troubleshooting

The reader does not recognize a card/fob

  1. The reader wiring may be incorrect - Refer to section 4 to ensure the reader wiring to the controller is correct.
  2. The reader may not receiving proper power from the controller - Verify the voltage being supplied to the reader is between 5 and 12v.
  3. The reader may be mounted too close to a source of electromagnetic interference (EMI) - 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.
  4. The wrong credential type may be being presented - The MS series readers are only compatible with Keri K-series credentials. The K-series credentials will have the letter K printed in the top-right corner preceding the imprint number.
    K-series credentials are: PKT-10x fobs, KC-10X credentials, MT10XM credentials and MT10XP credentials.
  5. The reader shield may not be grounded correctly - The shield/drain wire of any reader/peripheral cables MUST be terminated to one of the following points-any corner screw attaching the controller to the enclosure, Pin 3 of TB10, the green ground lug (J6) on the controller applies to NXT controllers only), or the ground lug of the enclosure.  Failure to properly earth ground the reader/peripheral drain wire may result in unreliable communication or operation of the attached peripheral.
  6. The lock may be powered from the same power-supply as the controller - It is advisable for the locks to be powered from its own power-supply because the noise generated by locks can be transmitted from the powered line and can interfere with the controller or potentially damage it.
  7. Transorbs may not be installed at the locks - Transorbs are provided with the controller ship kit. They are used to protect the controller from voltage spikes induced on the port wiring by absorbing the excess voltage and slowly releasing it back into the circuit. Keri strongly recommends wiring in the transorbs provided with the controller ship kit.


The Reader Has a Short Read-Range

  1. The controller may not be grounded correctly - Refer to the controller grounding document and check that the controller has a quality earth ground connection. Visit help.kerisys.com and use the search terms 'Grounding' to locate the appropriate document.
  2. The shield wire on the reader cabling may be opened - Verify the shield line from the controller to the reader is one continuous, connected line and properly connected to the controller.
  3. The reader may be mounted too close to a source of electromagnetic interference - 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.
  4. The reader may be mounted too close to a source of electromagnetic interference (EMI) - 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.
  5. The reader may be powered by a switching power-supply - Switching power supplies are known EMI sources. Change to a linear, regulated power supply or position the reader far away from the power-supply.
  6. The lock may be powered from the same power-supply as the controller - It is advisable for the locks to be powered from its own power-supply because the noise generated by locks can be transmitted from the powered line and can interfere with the controller or potentially damage it.
  7. Transorbs may not be installed at the locks - Transorbs are provided with the controller ship kit. They are used to protect the controller from voltage spikes induced on the port wiring by absorbing the excess voltage and slowly releasing it back into the circuit. Keri strongly recommends wiring in the transorbs provided with the controller ship kit.

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