PARADOX R915-EI00 4-Wire Sealed Indoor and Outdoor Proximity Reader and Keypad Instruction Manual

June 13, 2024
Paradox

PARADOX logo R915
4-Wire Sealed Indoor/Outdoor
Proximity Reader and Keypad Printed in Canada 09/2023
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Introduction

The R915 is a weatherproof 4-wire proximity card reader with a built-in backlit 12-button keypad for PIN entry. The R915 is compatible with any Digiplex or EVO control panel and is connected to a ACM12 using only 4 wires to facilitate installation.
Keypad
This reader can use both the Card and PIN functions. However, the PIN must be entered after the card is scanned if Card and PIN is enabled. You can also use the Card Only, PIN Only or Card or PIN settings, which are set in the ACM12. PIN settings are only available with ACM12 V4.0 or higher. The X key is used to cancel a PIN entry, the key is used when using Flexible Code Length and entering a code shorter than 6 digits.
Arming and Disarming
It is currently possible to arm and disarm the system if the proper options are enabled in the User and door’s settings. Refer to your EVO programming guide for additional information.
Tricolour LED Display
The reader includes a tricolour LED display (red, green and amber) that is used to indicate system status as shown in the LED display table.
Audible Tone
The reader includes a built in beeper.
Weather Resistant
The rubber gasket and plastic PCB cover allows you to mount your R915 indoors or outdoors.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility Card/PIN: ACM12 version 4.0 or higher
Power Input: 11Vdc to 14.5Vdc
Current Consumption 60mA
Frequency: Exciter field 125 KHz Pulse Modulated
Operating Temperature: -35°C (-31°F) to +65°C (149°F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 0 -90%
Output Formats: 4-wire (RS-485)
Cable Distance: 300m (1000 ft.)
Cables: 4-wire Cables (Twisted Pair recommended)
Color: Available in black, white and silver
Weather Proofing Rubber Gasket and Plastic PCB cover.

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Installation

Mounting
Mount the reader on a clean, flat and even surface to avoid bending the plastic casing. Once mounted, properly seal the reader’s contour to avoid possible water infiltration.
It is highly recommended to mount the reader on a flat, even surface, thereby making it less vulnerable to weather damage. If mounting on an uneven surface is absolutely necessary, ensure that all gaps between the reader and surface are properly sealed.

Mounting on Metal
Metal may decrease the read range. The card reader can be mounted on metal but do not surround it by metal. If the reader must be installed in a metal enclosure, ensure that the face of the card reader is not covered and that there is at least 4cm (1.6″) between the card reader and the metal on all sides.

Connection
Connect the R915 as shown in Figure 1.

Status Display

| Status| **Visual Indicators*| Audible Tone
---|---|---|---
Green| Red| Amber
Access| Wait for PIN entry| Slow Flash| –| –| –
Read Card| –| –| On when reading| Fast Beep
Access Denied| –| Fast Flash| –| Long Beep
Access Granted| On| –| –| Fast Beep
Door Unlocked| On| –| –| –
Door Locked| –| On| –| –
Door Left Open Pre-Alarm| –| Flash| –| Beep
Door Left/ Forced Open| –| Fast Flash| –| Fast Beep
Security| Fire Alarm| –| Pulsed| –| Pulsed
Burglary Alarm| –| Flash| –| Beep
Armed| –| Fast Flash| –|
Exit Delay| –| Flash†| –| Beep†
Trouble shooting**| Fail to Com.| Slow Alternating Flash| –| –
Safe Mode| Alternating Flash with Pause| –| –
Lost Communication with ACM11| –| –| Slow Flash| –
Locate| Fast Flash| –| –| –

  • Certain displays can be enabled or disabled with the ACM12.
    †Faster in the last 10 seconds of the exit delay
Visual Indicators Details
Flash 250 ms ON; 250 ms OFF
Slow Flash 400 ms ON; 400 ms OFF
Fast Flash 50 ms ON; 50 ms OFF

PARADOX R915 EI00 4 Wire Sealed Indoor and Outdoor Proximity Reader and
Keypad - Connecting the R915

FCC and Industry Canada Compliance Statement
This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15 and with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to two conditions:

  • This device may not cause harmful interference.
  • This device must accept any interference that may be received or that may cause undesired operation.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numerique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
FCC ID: KDYR915
IC: 2438A-R915

FCC NOTE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

  • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
  • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
  • Connect the equipment into an outlet different from that to which the receiver is connected.
  • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance (Paradox Security Systems Ltd.) could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Warranty
For complete warranty information on this product please refer to the Limited Warranty Statement found on the website www.paradox.com/terms. Your use of the Paradox product signifies your acceptance of all warranty terms and conditions.
Digiplex EVO is a trademark or registered trademark of Paradox Security Systems Ltd. or its affiliates in Canada, the United States and/or other countries.
For the latest information on products approvals, such as UL and CE, please visit www.paradox.com.
© 2023 Paradox Security Systems Ltd. All rights reserved. Specifications may change without prior notice. One or more of the following US patents may apply: 7046142, 6215399, 6111256, 6104319, 5920259, 5886632, 5721542, 5287111, 5119069, 5077549 and RE39406 and other pending patents may apply. Canadian and international patents may also apply.

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