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OVERVIEW
The
Trilogy
Networx
™
AL-IME2-PIE
Plug-in Expander
greatly extends the coverage area of version 2 series
Gateways. The
AL-IME2-PIE
is a
"plug-in" version of the
AL-IME2-EXP
Expander
; both models are functional-
ly identical. Installation is simple, with
the
AL-IME2-PIE
only requiring a con-
nection to a standard 120VAC wall
outlet, .
AL-IME2-PIE
Expanders are cost-
effective, require no wiring, and fea-
ture a simplified 'Plug and Play' setup
where the Networx system
automati-
cally
identifies all newly powered Ex-
panders and quickly determines the
best wireless signal pathways. Up to
7 Expanders can be added to one ver-
sion 2 series Gateway.
Why use AL-IME2-PIE Expanders?
Less costly, Expanders allow large coverage areas
without using additional Gateways
Does not require network access / Ethernet cables
Can be added to existing systems to improve sig-
nal strength in weak signal areas
Allows for greater flexibility when positioning ver-
sion 2 Gateways
Allows large area signal coverage with a single net-
work connection to the Gateway
Note:
Expanders are available in two different de-
signs: The
AL-IME2-PIE
Plug-In Expander
and the
AL
-IME2-EXP
Expander
(identical in operation; see
WI2156 for more information).
Version
2
The
AL-IME2-PIE
"version 2" Expanders (notice the
"
2
" in the model name) are the next generation of Net-
worx wireless devices. Because
AL-IME2-PIE
Ex-
panders
only
work with version 2 Gateways, a version
2 Gateway must be installed and operational in your
system for
AL-IME2-PIE
Expanders to function (
AL-
IME2-PIE
Expanders cannot communicate with old-
er "non-version 2" Gateways).
Note:
Although the version 2 Gateways and
AL-
IME2-PIE
Expanders CAN be mixed into an existing
system that includes older "non-version 2" Gateways,
AL-IME2-PIE Plug-In Expander
Installation Instructions
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at least one new version 2 Gateway must be up and
running before an
AL-IME2-PIE
Plug-In Expander can
be used
.
IMPORTANT:
DL-Windows version 5.4.2
or later is
required to support version 2 Gateways and Expanders.
The
AL-IME2-PIE
Plug-In Expander
is compatible with
Alarm Lock and Continental Access products. Refer to
the documentation supplied with your software for inte-
gration details.
AL-IME2-PIE SPECIFICATIONS
NETWORK RANGE
Note:
Actual range varies with building construc-
tion.
Gateway/Expander to Locks: Clear field range 500'.
Typical indoor range: Networx 75-175'; ArchiTech
Networx: 50-125'.
Gateway/Expander to Expander: Clear field range
500'. Typical indoor range, 75- 175'.
AL RADIO LINK
902 - 928MHz
13.5mW typical RF power
POWER
Input Voltage: 120VAC @ 60Hz
Peak Supply Current: 10mA
Occupies one 120VAC outlet
ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: -20
˚
to 60
˚
C (-4
˚
to 140
˚
F)
Storage Temperature: -40
˚
to 85
˚
C (-40
˚
to 185
˚
F)
PHYSICAL
Enclosure Size: 4.3"H x 2.5"W x 0.875"D, (5"H with
Mounting Tab
)
Weight: 0.35lbs.
EXPANDER LOCATION GUIDELINES
Once your version 2 Gateway location has been select-
ed, the next step is to determine
where
to install Ex-
panders. However, the following must be taken into
consideration:
Although wood and wallboard construction can have
little effect upon signal strength, concrete or brick can
reduce signal strength by up to 35%. Steel-reinforced
concrete or metal lath and plaster can reduce signal
strength as much as 90%!
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AL-IME2-PIE
NOTICE
– Local Regulations in Canada do not permit use of a Mounting Tab. In Canada, do not use the Mounting Tab
to attach the unit to an outlet.
Avis
– Les réglementations locales au Canada ne permettent pas l'utilisation d'une patte
de montage. Au Canada, il est interdit de raccorder l'appareil à une prise de courant au moyen d'une patte de montage.
