Linear AM3Plus User Manual Page 1

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10Power, Battery, & Ground WiringPower Wiring✦ NOTE: DO NOT APPLY POWER UNTIL THE INSTALLATION IS COMPLETE. TURN MASTER POWER SWITCH OFF BEFORE W

11Telephone WiringFor programming, the AM3Plus connects to a standard telephone line.✦ NOTE: The optional Model ACM-1 modem is required for telephone

12Wiegand AccessoriesThe two AM3Plus Wiegand inputs (READER A & B) can connect to a large variety of 26, 30, and 31-bit Wiegand output accessories

13Optional Network ConnectionsLinear’s AM3Plus, AE1000Plus, & AE2000Plus Access Control Systems can be connected together in a network. A network

14Optional Network Connections (Continued)Network Confi guration for AccessBase2000 ProgrammingIf the system is going to be programmed using Linear’s A

15Optional Network Connections (Continued)RS-485 Network WiringNetwork wiring conforms to 3-wire RS-485 electrical specifi cations. Units connected in

16System ControlsPushbuttonsRefer to the fi gure for the location of each of the eight pushbuttons.• UP button adds one to the value on the STATUS/PRO

17System DiagnosticsSeveral indicators on the AM3Plus are for monitoring the system during operation. When calling for technical assistance, Linear’s

18Specifi cationsMECHANICAL Case dimensions: 11.5” W x 12.5” H x 3.5” DELECTRICAL Voltage: 16-24 Volts AC or 12-24 Volts DC Current: 850 mA maxim

19Linear Limited WarrantyThis Linear product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for twenty-four (24) months. This warranty exten

2Contents IntroductionThe AM3Plus Access Controller is designed for use as a primary access control device for gated communities, parking garages, offi

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3Hardware Features✓ FOUR FORM “C” (N.O. & N.C) RELAYSEach relay has 3-amp @ 24-volt rating with a status indicator and relay latching pushbutton✓

4Accessory Overview PBUS AccessoriesSeveral compatible accessories are available to connect to the two 6-wire communications “PBUS” inputs. Up to six

5Component LocationsPOWERINDICATORRESETBUTTONENTERBUTTONSTATUS/PROGRAMDISPLAYARROWBUTTONSSTATUSINDICATORSRELAYINDICATORS (4)RELAY LATCHBUTTONS (4)AM-M

6Wiring DiagramELECTRICDOORSTRIKEDOORSTRIKEPOWER SUPPLYGATEOPERATOROPENGATEEXIT LOOPSENSORMAGNETICDOORLOCKDOORLOCKPOWER SUPPLYDOOR EXITREQUESTBUTTON &

7Important Mounting RequirementsThe AM3Plus Access Control System can be installed for public or private use. The mounting requirements for remote key

8AM3Plus MountingStandard CabinetThe AM3Plus cabinet is designed to be mounted directly to a wall or fl at surface.Wiring access for power, telephone,

9Relay Output WiringAny of the four relay outputs channels (A-D) can be used to control access devices on doors or gates.Door or Pedestrian Gate Contr