Verkada AC62 Door Controller Installation Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Verkada
Table of Contents
**Verkada AC62 Door Controller Installation Guide
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Introduction
What’s in the box
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AC62 Door Controller
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Wall Mount
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Wall Mount Guide
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AC Cable
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6x Plywood Screws For materials other than plywood, ensure proper load-bearing fasteners are used
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Screwdriver
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2x Keys
What you’ll need
- A working internet connection
- A smartphone or laptop
- A #2 Phillips head and power drill
- A level
Please note: Two (2) person installation recommended
Connect
Connect the AC62 to your network using the Ethernet port located at the bottom of the controller. Connect the AC62 power supply into your power outlet.
Supports 110VAC to 240VAC (50-60Hz).
After connecting the AC62 to network and
power, visit: verkada.com/start
For detailed installation instructions, visit:
verkada.com/support
Overview
Status LED Behavior
Solid Orange Controller is on and booting up
Flashing Orange Controller is updating firmware
Flashing Blue Controller is managing doors, but cannot reach the server
Solid Blue Controller is managing doors and connected to the server
Flashing Pink Identify
Other LED Behavior
Door: On Door unlocked
AUX Out: On Relay in triggered state
REX / DPI / AUX In: On Circuit closed
FAI: On FAI in triggered state
Controller highlights
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Ports for: Doors 1 to 16. All door ports function the same.
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Ports for: AUX, Fire Alarm Interface (FAI)
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Ports for: AC, Ethernet, USB, UPS, Door Tamper
Recommended Testing
- To ensure ongoing functionality of AC62, it is recommended to check the following interfaces every 6 months:
- Short each input to its adjacent GND port and verify that LED illuminates.
- Use multimeter to confirm expected impedance across relay outputs.
- Closed across NC and COM
- Open across NO and COM
- Use multimeter to verify correct voltage is supplied at 12V AUX outputs, 24V AUX outputs, and reader power outputs.
- Check the shielding cables of the readers and other AUX wiring, if any, for proper connection to the grounding screw/s on the chassis.
- If a backup battery is in use, check for leakage, deformation of the battery, and follow guidelines from the battery manufacturer.
AC62 Technical Specifications
Power Consumption| 350W maximum|
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AC Power Input| 110-240VAC50-60Hz|
Inputs| 2x REX dry inputs per door 1x DPI dry input per door 2x
auxiliary dry inputs|
**** Readers| 1x reader port (Verkade/RS-485 or Wiegand) per door 2x
auxiliary reader ports (Verkade/RS-485)Reader current consumption must be <
250mA per reader Note: max of 16 readers can be powered simultaneously|
**** Relay Outputs| 1x wet or dry relay per doorWet relay switch-
selectable power:
- 12V operation 1A max
- 24V operation 0.5A maxDry relay max pass-through power:
- 24VDC @ 2A (resistive load)2x auxiliary dry relays
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AUX Power| 2x 12V @ 1A output2x 24V @ 0.5A output|
Dimensions| 773mm (L) x 499mm (W) x 186mm (H) 30in(L) x 20in (W) x 7in (H)|
Weight| 20kg / 44lb|
Operating Temperature| 0°C – 50°C| 5 – 90%Humidity
**** Compliance| FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-3 Class A, CE, UKCA, RCM, VCCI, UL
294, CAN/ULC 60839-11-1, UL 62368-1, CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1,IEC 62368-1, NDAA|
Connectivity| Ethernet: 100/1000Mbps RJ-45 for network connection USB 2.0|
Included Accessories| Lock key and flat head screwdriver|
Mounting Options| Mounting plate and 6 screws (#12×1″)|
Installation
Unboxing
Pull the handle to lift and remove AC62 from the box.
Please note: Two (2) person installation recommended
Lay AC62 on a flat surface, open the door and remove the cardboard.
Keep cardboard intact for next step.
Mounting 1/4
Use cardboard mounting template from the previous step to get a sense of the wall space AC62 will occupy.
Use mounting template to drill pilot holes for the mount plate.
Please note: Leave at minimum 2” clearance on the left side of the enclosure in order for the door to open and close without hindrance.
Use the supplied screws to install the mount plate onto the wall. Ensure that the Verkade V is pointing towards the floor.
The enclosure will extend down roughly 31” (~79cm), from the top of the mount
plate.
Please note The supplied screws are intended for plywood installations. For other wall materials, ensure proper load-bearing fasteners are used.
The size of the enclosure is: 31” x 20” (79 x 51 cm)
Mounting 2/4
Unlock and open the enclosure door with the supplied key.
Remove the door by sliding it upwards.
Mounting 3/4
Carefully slot the enclosure onto the mount plate.
Secure the enclosure onto the wall using the through-holes on the enclosure.
Mounting 4/4
Reattach the door to the enclosure.
Connect the grounding cable from the enclosure to the door.
Recommended Wiring
Verkade AC62 is capable of supporting Verkade Readers over RS-485 and standard
Wiegand readers.
The following diagram shows the wire types that are recommended for use with
the Verkade AC62.
Signal| AWG| Twisted Pair| Conductor| Shielded|
Max Length
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Reader Option 1 (22 AWG)| 22| Yes| | Yes| 250 ft
Reader Option 2 (20 AWG)| 20| Yes| | Yes| 300 ft
Reader Option 3 (18 AWG)| 18| Yes| | Yes| 500 ft
Power (22 Gauge)| 22| | Yes| Yes| 600 ft
Power (18 Gauge)| 18| | Yes| Yes| 1500 ft
Request-to-Exit| 22/18| | Yes| Yes| 1500 ft
Door Contact| 22| | Yes| Yes| 1500 ft
We recommend using one twisted pair for GND and VIN (power) and one twisted pair for the data (D0/D1 or A/B).
Wiring methods shall be in accordance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70.
Shield Wiring and Grounding
Required Network Settings
An Ethernet connection with DHCP must be used to connect the AC62 to the Local Area Network (LAN). You also need to configure firewall settings to communicate with the AC62.
- TCP port 443
- UDP port 123 (NTP time synchronization)
Connecting a Door 1/5
The door ports’ Form C relays can be driven dry or wet. AC62 is rated to power 12V locks up to 1A and 24V locks up to 500mA.
None/Dry
The AC62 does not provide power to the locking hardware (typically used with
external power supplies).
Wet
The AC62 provides 12V or 24V power to the locking hardware.
Warning
Ensure power is disconnected from the AC62 and locking hardware before wiring, removing or inserting readers, locks or any other peripherals.
1 Wiring Fail Secure and Fail Safe Locking Hardware
Fail secure and fail safe are ways of configuring locking hardware:
- Fail Secure: hardware locks when power is interrupted. Usually uses NO (Normally Open Configuration)
- Fail Safe: hardware unlocks when power is interrupted. Usually uses NC (Normally Closed configuration)
2a. Connect the Lock (Dry)
When using an extend power supply, which uses a dry contact, ensure that “NONE” is selected on the door power selection switch.
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Fail Secure
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Fail Safe
2b. Connect the Lock (Wet)
In a Wet configuration, ensure that power selection for each door is set to the correct voltage as outlined by the locking hardware specifications.
- Set it to “12VDC” for 12 volt locking hardware
- Set it to “24VDC” for 24 volt locking hardware
The AC62 is rated to power 12V locks up to 1A and 24V locks up to 500mA.
Warning
When connecting the lock in the WET configuration, ensure the negative of the lock goes into the COM port as shown in the diagrams below.
Fail Safe
LOCK (+) positive goes into NC
LOCK (-) negative and ground wire go into COM
Fail Secure
LOCK (+) positive goes into NO
LOCK (-) negative and ground wire go into COM
3. Connecting the Reader
The AC62 is rated to power readers at 12V up to 250mA via the + (VIN) and – (GND) connection. Verkade/RS-485 readers use the top 4-port inputs while Standard Wiegand readers use the bottom 6-port inputs. The drain wire of the shielded cable should be secured to the nearest AC62 chassis ground.
Verkade / RS-485 Reader
Standard Wiegand Reader
Verkade/RS-485 Reader
| Wire Color | Signal |
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| Red | 12V Power+ |
| Black | 12V Power- |
| White | A |
| Green | B |
Wiegand Reader
| Wire Color | Signal |
|---|---|
| Red | 12V Power+ |
| Black | 12V Power- |
| Green | Data 0 |
| White/Gray | Data 1 |
| Brown | Red LED |
| Orange | Green LED |
4 Connecting the Inputs
Both the DPI (Door Position Indicator) and the Request-to-Exit (REX) inputs
are dry contacts.
Installing these inputs is optional. They can be configured in Verkade
Command.
Door Position Indicator Verkade AC62 expects the DPI to be NORMALLY
CLOSED (NC)
Request-to-Exit (REX) Verkade AC62 expects the REX to be NORMALLY
CLOSED (NO)
The REX can be configured in Verkade Command to release the lock; this is most commonly seen in electromagnetic locks. The REX unlock time can also be configured.
5a. Wiring the REX With the Door Strike
For safety-related applications, wire the REX in parallel with the Door Strike. You can wire additional REX switches and sensors to the door cassette if needed.
DRY Configuration
WET Configuration
5b. Wiring the REX with an Electromagnetic Lock
For safety-related applications, wire the REX directly to the mag lock. You can wire additional REX switches and sensors to the door cassette if needed.
DRY Configuration
WET Configuration
AUX
AUX Inputs
The Verkade AC62 has two AUX inputs. The AC62 expects both AUX inputs to be
NORMALLY OPEN (NO).
With the AC62’s AUX inputs, you can hook up devices such as intercoms and panic buttons. All associated events will be logged in Command.
The AUX inputs can be programmed in Command to initiate a lockdown or unlock a door (or a set of doors). We will be expanding support for more auxiliary devices in the future.
Example AUX 3rd Party Intercom Wiring Diagram
AUX Outputs
Additionally, the AC62 has two AUX Form C relays. These two AUX relays can be
programmed to trigger an output during a lockdown. This allows you to activate
a dialer, strobe light, sounder, etc. when a lockdown is initiated
FAI set up
Normally Closed Input
A normally closed fire alarm input from an FACP should be wired across FAI- and FAI_P.
A jumper wire must be connected across FAI+ and FAI_P.
When the contact is open, this activates the FAI in the AC62, which disables 12V/24V power to all 16 relay outputs. In other words, all wet locks will be effectively dry while the FAI is triggered.
Important
FAI+ and FAI_P must be locally umpired in this configuration.
Normally Open Input
A normally open fire alarm input from an FACP should be wired across FAI+ and FAI-.
When the contact is closed, this activates the FAI in the AC62 which disables 12V/24V power to all 16 relay outputs. In other words all wet locks will be effectively dry while the FAI is triggered.
Latching
An optional latching input from the FACP may be connected in a normally closed
configuration across L and L. When latching is enabled, FAI is active; it
will remain active until reset. A reset is achieved if FAI is deactivated and
the latching input is temporarily open.
Daisy Chaining
Two AC62 FAI may be daisy chained. The FAI (and latching states) from the
primary AC62 will be repeated in the secondary (daisy chained) unit.
Connect
Connect the AC62 to your network using the Ethernet port located at the bottom of the controller.
Connect the AC62 power supply to your standard power outlet (110VAC – 240VAC).
To add the AC62 to your Verkade Command account, enter the serial number
printed on the AC inlet (or the order number) to the “Add Device” page:
command.verkada.com/add-device
Battery backup (Optional)
A 24 volt 18Ah battery can be connected to the F2 connectors located at the bottom of the AC62. You can fit one battery at the bottom right of the AC62.
We recommend and sell a 24 volt 18Ah sealed lead acid rechargeable battery.
Important
While connecting the battery leads, be sure to isolate the positive battery terminal (red wire) during installation. Do not have unit powered while connecting an external backup battery!
- Secure a 12-14 AWG wire to the “BAT+” terminal on the UPS.
- Secure the negative battery terminal’s black wire to the “BAT-” terminal on the UPS.
- Once you have ensured that both are connected properly on the UPS side, secure the 12-14 AWG wire to the battery positive terminal wire using a wire nut or Wagon connector.
Labeling
Find the tick mark on the right side of the door, below the lock, and use it
as a guide to place the label if needed.
Appendix
AC62 Compliance
FCC
Statement| ****
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Cautioning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
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IC
Statement
| **** This device complies with ISED’s license-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
- This device may not cause harmful interference, and
- this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note
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This equipment is for use in a restricted access area.
Support
Thank you for purchasing this Verkade product. If for any reason you’re experiencing issues or need assistance, please contact our 24/7 Technical Support Team immediately.
Sincerely, The Verkade Team
verkada.com/support
Verkade Inc. 405 E 4th Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401
sales@verkada.com
All specifications are subject to change without notice Copyright © 2022
Verkade Inc. All rights reserved.