RM-DCM-2

Quick Start
Installation Guide

Version E0
Document Part Number UM-215
June 2007

OVERVIEW The RM-DCM-2 is a UL294 Listed door control module that includes the
RM-4E Reader Module (RM-4E) and enclosure. The RM-DCM-2 is
designed to support up to two RM-4E modules, providing a single
enclosure for doors with IN and OUT readers.

The enclosure also has space for up to three I/8 and/or R/8 boards, for a
total of four boards. The RM-DCM-2 supports an optional battery (12
VDC, 4A), which will be recharged by the RM-4E battery charging circuit.

The RM-4E board provides the hardware interface between Magnetic

signaling read heads or Wiegand signaling read heads and the apC/8X,
iSTAR, and iSTAR Pro hardware. The RM-4E also provides inputs and
outputs that communicate between door components and the apC/8X,
iSTAR, and iSTAR Pro hardware.

The I/8 module provides eight supervised inputs and the R/8 module
provides eight dry contact, Form C relay outputs.

NOTE For information about the RM-4E, I/8, or R/8 modules, refer to the Quick
Start guides listed in Table 13.

NOTE All interconnecting products or devices must be UL Listed.

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Overview

Table 1 lists the RM-DCM-2 board and enclosure offered by Software

House. You can install an RM-DCM-2 up to 4000 feet (1219 meters) from
the apC/8X, iStar or iSTAR Pro hardware.

TABLE 1. RM-DCM-2 Product Offering

Product Description Enclosure

RM-DCM-2 RM-4E module, with Factory mounted in metal junction box

connectors, LEDs, on- with mountings for optional hardware
board relays, and battery available from Software House.
charger.

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 RM-DCM-2 Unit

RM-DCM-2 UNIT Figure 1 shows the RM-DCM-2 unit with one RM-4E board, an optional
battery, and LCD.

NOTE UL has evaluated this configuration only.

LCD

Battery

RM-4E

FIGURE 1. RM-DCM-2 with Battery and LCD

FEATURES RM-DCM-2 features include:

„ LED status indicators – display RS-485, inputs, outputs, and power
status.
„ Maglock component – for use with door objects.
„ Bypass component – connects to a release switch on a door secured
by a magnetic lock.
„ On-board battery charger – supplies power to an optional battery for
memory retention in the event of a power failure.

NOTE The on-board battery is for memory retention only. UL has not evaluated
the battery for the Standby Power requirements of the UL294 Standard.

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Features

Optional Equipment

Optional equipment for the RM-DCM-2 includes:

„ Backup battery kit – provides the RM-4E with backup power for
memory retention in the event of a power failure. The kit includes a
cable assembly that connects the battery to the RM-DCM-2 battery
component.
„ LCD component – displays diagnostic information and status
messages for readers attached to the RM-4E. The optional LCD is
attached to the J1 (LCD) connector on the RM-4E board.

Read Head Interfaces

The RM-4E supports Wiegand signaling or Magnetic read heads. Select

the interface you want by setting S5 position 1 on the RM-4E board.
„ Set S5-1 to the On (Closed) position for Wiegand read heads
„ Set S5-1 to the Off (Open) position for Magnetic read heads

NOTE The RM-DCM-2 has been evaluated by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

(UL) for compatibility with HID Model 30387 and HID 5355 readers only.

RM-DCM-2 with RM-4E, The RM-4E Reader Module (RM-4E) simplifies installation by providing
I/8, R/8, and Battery clearly labeled termination points to identify functionality and device
information. The RM-4E also features LEDs for output, RS-485, power,
and input status to make it easier to install and service the system.

The RM-4E board is installed and mounted at the top of the door.
Another RM-4E board and any combination of I/8 and R/8 modules, up
to a total of four boards, can be mounted on the door and within the
enclosure.

Figure 2 shows an RM-DCM-2 unit with one RM-4E, R/8, I/8, and
battery. There could also be another RM-4E board, I/8, or R/8 mounted
in the space provided within the enclosure.

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 Features

Tamper Input (SW2)

Tamper Switch

FIGURE 2. RM-DCM-2 with RM-4E, R/8, I/8, and Battery

Tamper Switch

The RM-DCM-2 provides a tamper switch as part of the enclosure.

1. Verify or connect the normally closed tamper switch in the enclosure to the
2-pin connector labeled TAMPER (SW2) on the RM-4E board. See Figure 2.
2. Verify or set DIP switch SW5-4 (Tamper Override) to Off (Closed) on the
RM-4E. See Figure 5.
3. To configure the tamper:
„ C•CURE 800 - use the Reader Configuration Advanced dialog box.
„ C•CURE 9000 - use the Reader I/O tab.

NOTE The switch is normally closed so that when the door is closed the tamper
is secure. If the door is forced, the switch will open causing an alarm
event.

NOTE The tamper switch must be connected to comply with UL requirements.

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RM-4E Reader Interface

RM-4E READER You can interface read heads that supply Wiegand signaling or magnetic
INTERFACE (ABA) signaling to the apC/8X, iSTAR, and iSTAR Pro using RM-4E
boards.

Figure 3 indicates how an RM-4E board interfaces with Wiegand and

Magnetic signaling read heads.

FIGURE 3. RM-4E Interface

NOTE UL has not evaluated magnetic (ABA) signaling read heads.

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 RM-4E Reader Interface

RM-4E Layout Figure 4 shows the photograph of an RM-4E board with LCD.

FIGURE 4. Photograph of RM-4E Board

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RM-4E Components

RM-4E Figure 5 shows the location of connection points, switches, and LEDs on
COMPONENTS the RM-4E board.

RM-4E Board Layout

FIGURE 5. RM-4E Board Layout

This section lists the RM-4E components — starting from the upper right
corner of Figure 5 and moving in a clockwise direction.

Tamper

The RM-DCM-2 tamper input twisted pair wires, shown in Figure 2, are
connected to the TAMPER (SW2) input pins.

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 RM-4E Components

Power In There are two ways to power an RM-4E:

„ Method A - from the Power In connector using an external power
supply, which also charges the battery through the BATTERY
connector.
„ Method B - from the RS 485 connector using the apC or iSTAR power
supply.

NOTE: Do not use both power connection methods at the same time.

NOTE A UL Listed power-limited access control or burglar alarm power supply,

capable of four hours standby, must be used when the unit is powered
from a source other than the apC or iSTAR.

+12/24 VDC

FIGURE 6. RM-4E Power Wiring - Method A

Method A - via Power In

„ Connect +12 or +24 VDC to Pin 2 of the Power IN connector.
„ Connect the ground side of the supply to either Pin 1, 3, or 4. Because
the three grounds are all tied together, you can connect the negative
side of the supply to any of the three pins.
„ Do not use +24 VDC unless all devices on the bus are RM-4Es.
‹ RM-4s, I/8s, R/8s and MRMs must be powered with +12 VDC.

NOTE The battery charger only works if you power through the Power IN
connector.

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RM-4E Components

Method B - via RS-485 (RM Bus Connector)

„ Connect +12 VDC to Pin 1 of the RS-485 connector on the bottom
right side.
„ Connect Ground (Gnd) to Pin 4 of the RS-485 connector.

NOTE The +12 VDC input on Pin 1 has a protection diode that prevents you
from using the RS-485 connector as a source of +12 VDC if you power
through the Power IN connector.

Battery

Connect the plus and minus sides of the 12 VDC battery to the Battery
connector. The battery provides power for memory retention in the event
of a power failure. When power is restored, the battery is charged by the
power supplied through the Power In connector.

LED Connector Table 2 lists LED Connector Signals and Functions on the RM-4E board.
TABLE 2. LED Connector Signals and Functions

Pin Signal Function

6 Gnd Ground

5 Beep Used to drive an external beeper on a

reader connected to the unit.

4 Grn Green LED drive

3 Yel Yellow LED drive

2 Red Red LED drive

1 +5 VDC + 5 VDC, if required

NOTE UL has not evaluated using Pin 5 to drive an external beeper.

Typical LED Scenarios

„ One wire Bi-Color - Attach the brown wire from the read head to the
Yellow LED drive on the RM-4E.
„ Two wire Red and Green - Attach the brown wire from the read
head to Red LED drive. Attach the orange wire from the read head to
the Green LED drive.
„ Three wire Red, Green, Yellow - Attach each LED drive to the
associated color LED.

See “LED Control” on page 22 for information.

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 RM-4E Components

NOTE When the wiring gauge is too small or the wiring runs are too long, the
Yellow LED drive oscillation can cause cross-talk and result in misreads.

RS 485 Reader Bus RS 485 is the reader bus connection to the apC or iSTAR.
„ It is two wire, half duplex RS 485.
„ Connect Tx+ / Rx+ to Pin 2 and connect Tx- / Rx- to Pin 3.
„ The pins are numbered right to left on the connector.

TABLE 3. RS 485 Reader Bus Connections

Pin Signal Function

4 Gnd Ground

3 D- Tx- / Rx- (usually green)

2 D+ Tx+ / Rx+ (usually white)

1 +12 +12 VDC (if required)

Connecting Read Connect read heads to the Read Head connector.

Heads
Connect either a Wiegand signaling device or a magnetic (ABA)
signaling device. Wiegand signaling uses Data 1 and Data 0 lines and
magnetic signaling uses Clock and Data.

Wiegand Signaling

For Wiegand signaling, use the following pinout; set SW5-1 to ON.

TABLE 4. Wiegand Signaling Pinout

Pin Signal Function

1 D1 Data 1 line (white)

2 D0 Data 0 line (green)

3 N/C No connection

4 +5 VDC +5 VDC if required

5 GND Ground

6 +12 VDC +12 VDC if required

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RM-4E Components

Magnetic (ABA) Signaling

For Magnetic (ABA) signaling, use the following pinout; set SW5-1 to
OFF.

TABLE 5. Magnetic (ABA) Signaling Pinout

Pin Signal Function

1 CRD N/A

2 STRB Strobe signal

3 DAT Data signal

4 +5 VDC +5 VDC if required

5 GND Ground

6 +12 VDC +12 VDC if required (not

used by Software House
magnetic read heads)

NOTE UL has not evaluated magnetic (ABA) signaling read heads.

Relay 1, Relay 2, The RM-4E provides lock components that facilitate connecting magnetic
MagLock, and Bypass and electric strike locks.
„ Relay 1 is a standard Form C, dry contact relay, identical to the relays
found on the iSTAR ACM.
„ Relay 2, along with the MagLock and Bypass connectors have
internal etch connections for wiring magnetic and electric strike locks
„ Tie Point (TP1/TP2) connector pins are not connected to the circuitry.
They are used as connection points to avoid field splices when
connecting locks to Relay1. TP1-1 is tied to TP1-2, and TP2-1 is tied to
TP2-2.

Lock Connectors The Lock Connector pinouts are shown below.

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 Lock Wiring Configurations

FIGURE 7. Lock Connectors

LOCK WIRING RM-4E lock connectors support the following wiring configurations:
CONFIGURATIONS „ Magnetic Lock using Relay 2
„ Electric Strike using Relay 2
„ Electric Strike using Relay 1

The following sections describe how to connect each configuration. The

electric strike examples are shown as Fail-Secure.

Magnetic Locks The normal state of a magnetic lock has current flowing through an
electromagnet on the lock that pulls a strike plate with a force of 500-2000
lbs.

Safety codes usually require a bypass switch for emergency egress. This
is not the Request to Exit (REX) switch.

Note the internal etch connections between Relay 2, Maglock, and the
Bypass connector.

Connecting a Magnetic The following figure shows an example of connecting the power supply,
Lock magnetic lock, and bypass switch.

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Lock Wiring Configurations

FIGURE 8. Magnetic Lock Wiring with Jumper Options

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 Lock Wiring Configurations

Magnetic Lock This section describes the components and connections for magnetic lock
Components wiring.

Power Supply

The power for a magnetic lock must be filtered, regulated direct current
(DC) voltage. Alternating current (AC) does not work and half wave
rectified DC does not work reliably.

Most magnetic locks consume about 3 watts, which is about 125

milli-amps @ 24 VDC or 250 milli-amps @ 12 VDC.

18 AWG wire is generally recommended. If the wire runs exceed 100 feet,
use 16AWG wire instead.

The power supply to a magnetic lock must be isolated. Do not connect the
output of the power supply or the negative side of the lock to earth
ground. The connection from the minus side of the power supply must
go to Maglock pin 3.

Bypass Switch

Connect a normally closed (NC) emergency Bypass switch as shown.

Remove the J15 Bypass jumper for normal operation.

It will be necessary to connect the J15 Bypass jumper (closed) if you install
an electric strike on Relay 2.

Diode Protection

An optional inductive kickback suppression diode is available by

connecting the J13 Diode jumper (closed).

Some magnetic locks have the suppression circuitry built-in so in some

cases the J13 Diode jumper should be removed (open).

RM-4E Power Failure

When using the configuration shown, the magnetic lock remains locked
if the RM-4E loses connection to the apC or iSTAR because the normally
closed (NC) connection of Relay 2 is used. The magnetic lock also remains
locked if the RM-4E loses power.

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Lock Wiring Configurations

You have the option of wiring to the normally open (NO) connector of
Relay 2 if you want to have the Magnetic lock unlock under those
conditions. If you use the normally open (NO) connector then Relay 2
will have to be normally energized using the C•CURE Administration
application.

If the power supply fails, the magnetic lock will unlock regardless of
whether the normally closed (NC) or normally open (NO) is used.

Electric Strikes Unlike magnetic locks, electric strike locks typically lock when not
powered and unlock when powered.

You must decide if you want to wire for “fail-secure” or “fail-safe.” Fail-
secure means that if there is a power failure, the door goes to a secure or
locked state. Fail-safe (fail-open) means that the door is open if there is a
failure. It is important that local codes be followed to avoid people
getting trapped in an emergency situation. Usually fail-secure doors have
crash bars to allow emergency egress.

Using Relay 2 for an The same internal connections that are used for a magnetic lock can be
Electric Strike used to wire an electric strike. Connect the plus side of the power supply
to the normally open (NO) connection of Relay 2 and connect the
remaining external connections the same as the magnetic lock

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 Lock Wiring Configurations

FIGURE 9. Relay 2 Fail Secure Wiring

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Lock Wiring Configurations

Electric Strike This section describes components and connections for electric strike
Components wiring using Relay 2.

Bypass Switch

Connect the J15 Bypass jumper (closed) to provide the internal

connection from Maglock Pin 1 to the C contact of Relay 2. Do not connect
an external bypass switch.

Diode Protection

An optional surge suppression diode is available by connecting the J13

Diode jumper (closed). If the electric strike has a suppression diode built-
in, disconnect the J13 Diode jumper (open).

Using Relay 1 for an Relay 1 is a standard Form-C dry contact relay. Wiring door strikes using
Electric Strike this relay on the RM-4E is the same as wiring them to apCs, iSTARs, R/
8s etc.
„ Two pair of isolated tie points have been added to minimize splices.
„ Connect the strike and the power supply as shown. There is no
internal etch to consider when using Relay 1.

In the example below, a fail-secure door is shown with the normally open
(NO) contact. You can add an optional external suppression diode, if
desired.

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FIGURE 10. Relay 1 - Fail Secure Wiring

INPUTS

Input 1 and Input 2 Connect inputs using the standard Software House supervision for either
NO or NC. Figure 11 shows an example of wiring Normally Open (NO)
and Normally Closed (NC) inputs.

FIGURE 11. Input Wiring

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Inputs

NOTE To comply with UL requirements, use shielded, minimum 22 AWG

stranded, twisted pair cable for monitor points, DSMS, and REXs. Use
Belden 9462 or equivalent.

LED Input Status

Each input uses a Red, Yellow, or Green LED to show the input status.
Only one color will be on at a time for each input.

Table 6 lists the LED color and the corresponding input status.
„ Red LED indicates alert (nominal 500 ohms or 2K ohms).
„ Green LED indicates secure hardware state (nominal 1k ohms).
„ Yellow LED indicates supervision error (open circuit, shorted, or line
fault).
„ The RM-4E input status LEDs show flashing status if the RM-4E is
communicating with the apC or iSTAR and at least one input or
output is configured, or the reader is being used on a door. (The apC
or iSTAR needs a configured reason to communicate.)

TABLE 6. LED Input Status

LED Color Input Status

Red Alert (nominal 500 ohms or 2K ohms).

Green Secure hardware state (nominal 1k ohms).

Yellow Supervision error (open circuit, shorted, or line fault)

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SW 5 DIP Switch Functions

The SW 5 DIP switch on the RM-4E is similar to the SW 3 DIP switch on

the RM-4.
TABLE 7. SW 5 DIP Switch on RM-4E and SW 3 DIP Switch on RM-4

SW 5 DIP Switch Equivalent DIP

Function Value
on RM-4E Switch on RM-4

SW 5-1 Reader Type Off = Magnetic (ABA) signaling, SW 3-1

On = Wiegand signaling,

SW 5-2 LED Control Off = Normal, SW 3-6

On = One-Wire (A,B,C)

SW 5-3 LED Control Off = Normal, SW 3-3

On = External Bi-color

SW 5-4 Tamper Off = Normal Tamper, SW 3-4

On = Inhibit Tamper

SW 5-5 RS-485 Termination Off = Not last in line, SW 3-5

On = Last in line

SW 5-6 Input 1 and Input 2 Off = Do not display LEDs, N/A

LED Control On = Display LEDs

SW 5-7 Not Used Not Used N/A

SW 5-8 Not Used Not Used N/A

Note: On = Closed, Off = Open

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LED Control

LED CONTROL SW5-3 and SW5-2 control the reader LED display.

SW5-3 and SW5-2 provide the same LED control that is available on the
RM-4 and the iSTAR ACM.

Table 8 shows the possible settings of SW5-3 and SW5-2.

TABLE 8. SW5 LED Control

SW5-3 SW5-2 Function

OFF OFF 3-wire (R,G,Y)

ON OFF External Bi-color

(Normal External Bi-color)

OFF ON 1 Wire (A,B,C)

ON ON Special RM-4E 1-Wire

LED Control

Three Wire LED Control When both SW5-3 and SW5-2 are Off, it specifies Three wire LED control.
In this case, the Red, Green, and Yellow LED drives are wired to the
associated LED of the same color as shown in Figure 12.

FIGURE 12. Three wire LED control

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RM LEDs

Table 9 describes the various conditions indicated by the red, green, and
yellow RM reader LEDs.

TABLE 9. RM Reader LED Indications

Red LED Yellow Green Indication

Brief flash Brief flash Brief flash Power up

Off Off Off Online (software flag enabled)

Off On Off Online

On Off Off Offline or reader tamper

Solid for 1 sec. Off Off Access denied

Fast flash for 2 sec. Off Off Access denied (Software Flag
Enabled)

Off Off On Access granted or door unlocked

(Software Flag Enabled)

Off Off Fast flash Access granted

Off Off Slow flash Door unlocked

Off Slow flash Off Enter second card (escorted access

only)

Off Fast flash Off Enter PIN

Off Fast flash Off Enter floor # (systems configured for

elevator control only)

Flash w/ each key Unchanged Flash w/ each key Keypad input

press press

Slow flash Off Off Reader not configured

Fast flash Fast flash Fast flash Alarm: door forced/held open

On On On Error condition: Remove power to

prevent damage to RM

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LED Control

External Bi-color LED When SW 5-3 is On and SW5-2 is Off, the function is External Bi-color
Control because there are two LEDs (Red and Green) in the reader.

The LEDs will appear as Yellow when both Red and Green are on,
making the function essentially a Tri-color (Red, Green, Yellow).

Two Wire (Red and Green)

There are two cases of External Bi-color — two wire and one wire. With
two wire, the Red and Green LED drives are wired as shown in Figure 13

FIGURE 13. External Bi-color (2 wire)

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One Wire (Yellow)

With one wire, the Yellow drive is wired as shown in Figure 14.

The Yellow LED drive gets inverted in the read head resulting in a Red
LED when the signal is low and a Green LED when the signal is high. If
the Yellow LED drive is oscillating, the Red and Green LEDs will be
oscillating and will appear to the human eye that the LED is Yellow. The
RM-4E will oscillate the Yellow drive at 1 KHz when a Yellow LED
display is required.

FIGURE 14. External Bi-color (1 wire)

Special RM-4E 1-Wire Setting both SW5-3 and SW5-2 On results in a special RM-4E legacy mode
LED Control that is equivalent to the 1-wire Bi-color mode on earlier versions of the
RM-4E.

In the standard 1-wire Yellow drive connection, the drive will oscillate,
resulting in the appearance of a Yellow LED. In the special mode, the
drive does not oscillate and there is no Yellow indication.

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LED Control

One Wire (A,B,C) LED When SW5-2 is On, it specifies One Wire (A,B,C) mode. In this case, a
Control single LED drive (Red or Green or Yellow) is wired with varying results
as shown in Figure 15.

One wire mode is typically used for older read heads with a single LED
that is either On, Off, or flashing.

FIGURE 15. One Wire (A,B,C) LED control

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 Installation Requirements

INSTALLATION The Software House RM-DCM-2 enclosure accommodates an RM-4E

REQUIREMENTS board, as well as three additional Software House boards. The enclosure
door is hinged, for ease of installation, and includes a tamper switch and
key lock.

This section describes the dimensions and installation requirements for

the RM-DCM-2 enclosure and modules.

Installing the Enclosure

Make sure the installation location provides sufficient space for the RM-
DCM-2 enclosure, and the necessary electrical conduit.

Figure 16 gives the dimensions in inches for mounting the RM-DCM-2

enclosure.

FIGURE 16. RM-DCM-2 Enclosure Dimensions (in Inches)

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Installation Requirements

Module Dimensions Figure 17 shows the dimensions of the RM-4E, R/8, and I/8 modules.
Maximum component height is 0.5 inches (12.7 mm).

FIGURE 17. RM-4E, R/8, and I/8 Mounting Hole Dimensions

Enclosures UL has approved the RM-DCM-2 enclosure for use with R/8, and I/8
boards.

Mounting the RM-4E, R/8, and I/8 Boards

To mount the RM-4E, R/8, and I/8 boards in an RM-DCM-2 enclosure,

use four 1/4” 6-32 screws and star washers to secure the boards to the
mounting studs in the enclosure (see Figure 18).

There are four possible mount positions for the three boards in the
enclosure.

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The design ensures that you maintain a minimum of 1/4” spacing

between adjacent electronic components, and between electronic
components and the enclosure.

Mounting Mounting
Studs Studs

Mounting
Studs

FIGURE 18. Mounting RM-4E, R/8, and I/8 modules in an RM-DCM-2

Power Supply and Each module (RM-4E, I/8, R/8) has a typical rating of 125mA, plus
Wiring another 25mA for each active relay. The need for an external power
supply is based on the electrical current available from the apC panel or
iSTAR controller power supply, the calculated draw of other boards in
the system, and the voltage drop due to wiring length.

NOTE A UL-Listed power-limited access control or burglar alarm power supply,

capable of four hours standby, must be used when the unit is powered
from a source other than the apC or iSTAR.

NOTE Wiring methods shall be in accordance with the National Electric Code
(ANSI/NFPA 70), local codes, and the authorities having jurisdiction.

Environment Operating temperature ranges for the RM-DCM-2 is 32-120° F (0-49° C);
85% relative humidity @ 86° F ± 3° (30° C ± 2°).

The RM-DCM-2 is suitable for indoor use, to be installed within the

protected premises.

Connect the modules (RM-4E, I/8, R/8) to an RM reader bus on an iSTAR

or apC. The modules must be within the maximum wire length range of
4000 ft. (1219 m).

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RM-DCM-2 Specifications

RM-DCM-2 This section includes physical specifications and optimal operating

SPECIFICATIONS specifications for the RM-DCM-2.

NOTE UL has evaluated the RM-DCM-2 for indoor use with a range of 0° C to
49°C (32°F to 120°F).

Software and Firmware Current versions of C•CURE 9000 and C•CURE 800/8000 system
Support software and firmware support the RM-DCM-2 components.

Power Requirements Table 10 lists the power requirements and operating specifications of the
and Specifications RM-4E board in the RM-DCM-2 enclosure.
TABLE 10. RM-4E Power Requirements and Operating Specifications

Requirement Specification

RM-4E Power requirements +12/24 VDC

280 mA without reader and relays

Maximum input (with full load) +12/24 VDC

550 mA maximum with reader and relays

Relay contact power limits Up to 30 VAC/DC, 3.3 A maximum

Reader LED output control 4.0 VDC to 5.25 VDC, 20 mA maximum

Reader port output voltage 5 VDC

or
12 VDC

Reader port output maximum 125 mA (at 5V or 12V)

current

NOTE Software House recommends local power when using the battery
charging circuit and when the RM-4E is used with high-power, long-
range readers.
See “Power In” on page 9 for information.

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TABLE 11. R/8 and I/8 Requirements and Operating Specifications

Requirement Specification/Contact Ratings

R/8 module power requirements 125mA at +12 VDC

plus 25mA for each Active Relay
R/8 relay contact rating - 2A at 30 VDC

I/8 module power requirements 125mA at +12 VDC

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Parts List

Physical Specifications
TABLE 12. RM-DCM-2 Physical Dimensions

Requirement Specification

Enclosure dimensions 14 x 12 x 3.5 in.

35.6 x 30.5 x 8.9 cm.

Weight (without battery) 10 lbs. (4.53 kg.)

PARTS LIST Table 13 lists part numbers for the RM-DCM-2 product.
TABLE 13. RM-DCM-2 Parts List

Description Quantity Part No.

RM-DCM-2 Enclosure with RM-4E 1 RM-DCM-2

Module

RM-DCM-2 Quick Start Guide 1 UM-215

RM-4E Module optional RM-4E

I/8 Module optional AS-0073-000

I/8 Quick Start Guide optional UM-204

R/8 Module optional AS-0074-000

R/8 Quick Start Guide optional UM-205

Compliance The RM-DCM-2 has been tested and certified for compliance with the
standards listed below:

UL Listed
„ UL 294

Other
„ FCC Part 15B class A
„ CE
„ EN50081-1
„ EN50130-4

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 Testing the RM-DCM-2

Testing the RM-DCM-2

This section describes the procedures that verify the RM-DCM-2
installation and operation.

Required Equipment

The following equipment is required.

„ Two 1K Ω resistors
„ An LCD display module (2 line x 16 character), Software House part
number RM-LCD
„ Three LEDs
„ A multi-meter to measure voltage and resistance

Configuration Requirements

You must complete the following configuration requirements before you

test the RM-DCM-2:
1. Install the RM-4E.
2. Install the LCD display module into the LCD connector on the RM-4E circuit
board.

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Testing the RM-DCM-2

Self-Test Mode

The RM-4E has a built-in self-test mode. Perform the steps in this section
to run the self-test.
1. Remove power to the RM-4E.
2. Set Rotary Switch SW4 to position 0.
3. To test the reader LEDs, connect three LEDs to the Reader LED port as
shown in Figure 19. Connect the anode (long lead) of each LED to Pin 1
(+5v). Cover the LED wires with heat shrink to prevent short circuits.

NOTE If you are using an older LED that does not have a built-in current-limiting
resistor, add a 1K-ohm resistor in series.

+5v Red Yel Grn Aux End

Cover LED wires

LED

with heat shrink to

prevent shorting

FIGURE 19. Connecting LEDs for Self-Test Mode

4. Power up the RM-4E. When you power up the RM-4E:

‹ Relays 1 and 2 toggle every second.
‹ Reader LED lines Red, Green, and Yellow flash on and off.
The LCD displays the information shown in Figure 20.

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Indicates the state of supervised Indicates the state of the

inputs Input 1 and Input 2: reader port connections (D1
0 = Open line, D0 line, and DAT line, in
1 = Secure that order):
2 = Alarm 0 = Closed
3 = Short 1 = Open
T = Trouble (Line Fault)

Indicates the state of

I 1 = 0 I 2 = 0 W= 11 1 the keypad input
lines, where the
S5 = 0 0 0 T = 1 K 1= 0 number after “K” is
the keypad input.
The last change is
Indicates the current Indicates the state of the displayed.
position of switches 1, 2, Tamper enable switch: 0 = Closed
and 3 on DIP switch S5: 0 = Closed 1 = Open
0 = On (Closed) 1 = Open
1 = Off (Open)

FIGURE 20. Self-Test LCD Display

5. To test the supervised inputs, attach a 1K Ω resistor to each input (Input 1

and Input 2) as shown in Figure 21.
Prior to installing the resistors, the input state should be open (0). After
installing the resistors, the input state should be secure (I1=1 and I2=1).

Input 1 Input 2

1K-ohm
resistors

FIGURE 21. Attaching Resistors to the Supervised Inputs

6. To test each reader line, short to ground, one at a time, each of the three
reader data lines (D0, D1, and DAT) on the Reader port.
After shorting a data line, the display should show a “1” in the appropriate
reader line position to indicate that the data line is low (for example, W=010
when you short the D1 line).
After removing the short from the data line, the display should revert to 0
for that reader line.

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7. To test the tamper switch, short tamper connector SW2-2 to ground. The
display should change to T=0.
Remove the short. The display should revert to T=1.

8. To test SW5 positions 1, 2, and 3, set each of these DIP switches to the Off
(open) position.
The display should show S5=111. Set each of these DIP switches to the On
(closed) position. The display should show S5=000.
9. To test the keypad, short to ground each of the eight keypad connectors on
port J2 one at a time.
The display should indicate that a voltage level change was detected. For
example, if you short keypad connector 3, the display should show K3=0,
where K3 is the keypad connector number and 0 is the new state.

Manual Test Procedure

To manually test the RM-DCM-2:

1. Measure the supply voltage to the RM-4E.
The voltage can be measured between pin 1 (ground) and pin 2 (supply) on
the Power-In connector. The voltage must be +12 Volts (+/-5%) or +24 Volts
(+/- 10%).
2. Check the RM-4E address setting.
The RM-4E must be set to an unused address when connected to the apC or
ISTAR. The LCD will display the switch setting upon power-up.
Verify that the displayed reader address is correct for your installation.
3. Check the board for communications to the apC or iSTAR.
Observe LEDs DS1 and DS2 on the lower right corner of the RM-4E board.
The LEDs should blink rapidly to indicate communication to and from the
RM-4E.
If the LEDs are not blinking, the RM-4E may not be properly configured in
C•CURE.
4. Check the supervised inputs.
With no switches or resistors connected to the “Input 1” and “Input 2” lines,
the C•CURE Monitoring Program should report inputs as “Open Loop”.
When you connect the 1K Ω resistor to the input terminals, the C•CURE
Monitoring Program should report the input as “Open loop cleared”.
5. Check the outputs.
The outputs can be functionally tested by using the “momentary activate”
feature in the C•CURE Monitoring Program.
When the outputs are momentarily activated, the relays energize for a few
seconds.

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The corresponding LED (DS3 for output #1 and DS10 for output #2) will
light.
The multi-meter can be used to check for continuity between the C and NO
pins on connectors Relay1 and Relay2.
6. Check the reader interface.
The reader interface can only be tested with the reader chosen for the
installation.
Reading a card will cause the display to show “Access Granted” or “Access
Denied”, depending upon the clearance of the card.

CE NOTICE This product is in compliance with the CE EMC and Electrical Safety
Directives of the European Community when used with the Software
House apC or iSTAR products. This unit must be enclosed in a box
similar to the units noted in the “Enclosures” on page 28 in order to be in
compliance.

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C•CURE®, Software House®, and iSTAR® are registered trademarks of

Sensormatic Electronics Corporation.

Certain Product names mentioned herein may be trade names and/or registered
trademarks of other companies. Information about other products furnished by
Software House is believed to be accurate. However, no responsibility is
assumed by Software House for the use of these products, or for an
infringement of rights of the other companies that may result from their use.

RM-DCM-2 Quick Start Installation Guide

Document Number: UM-215
Revision: E0
Release Date: June 2007

This manual is proprietary information of Software House. Unauthorized

reproduction of any portion of this manual is prohibited. The material in this
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