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2 Introduction
© 2011 Apollo Security Inc.
1 Introduction
An access control system provides a means to replace traditional key and lock systems, which are easy to
defeat because of the ease of copying of keys and use by unauthorized personnel. With electronic access
control, the exact areas a person is able to access as well as during what time is configurable through a
central control system. In addition to the power of greater control, a historical record is maintained which is
useful in the case of a system security breach or for other purposes including calculating work time and
facility use costing.
1.1 Overview
The AIM-1SL and AIM-2SL Downloadable Reader Interface modules provides complete connectivity for card
readers and for control of door strikes with additional alarm inputs. The AIM-1/2SL works in conjunction with
AAN and AAM series controllers to form a distributed processing network providing access control,
integrated alarm monitoring and remote device control and reaction. Typical use of the system is the control
of site access by control of door locking devices associated with card readers and PIN keypads and
maintaining logs of this access for later reporting. Many levels of further integration with building alarm and
monitoring systems, time and attendance systems, and video surveillance systems are also possible.
The AIM-1/2SL provides interface connections for a variety of card reader technologies, including proximity,
biometric, bar code, and infrared readers. Any card reader with standard Wiegand or mag stripe output can
be connected to the AIM-1/2SL.The AIM-1/2SL communicates with the AAN/AAM controller to process card
reads and alarm input activation. A downloadable card database of up to 20,000 cardholders and storage of
up to 7000 events allows the AIM-1/2SL to work independently after initial programming.
The AIM-1SL supports two readers that control the single onboard door strike relay. A successful access
grant on either reader will open the strike relay--this is known as 'Paired Mode'. Exit push button, door
contact and two auxiliary inputs are provided.
The AIM-2SL supports two readers that can be configured to control the two onboard relays in either paired
mode (using both readers to control a single strike relay) or in unpaired mode (where each reader will control
a separate strike relay). Exit push buttons, door contacts are available for two doors. When operating in
paired mode, the unused door inputs are available for auxiliary use.
See the Modes of Operation topic for more information on paired and unpaired mode.
1.2 General Features
· Supports 2 readers, keypads or reader/keypad combinations for 1 or 2 (AIM-2SL only) door control
· Full Stand Alone Operation with Local database of 20,000 cards or 7,000 events
· Multiple Card Formats
· Up to 8 Facility Codes
· 2 Relay Outputs
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Control of up to 4 ADA-10/11 High Security Relay Output Modules
· RS-485 or RS-232
· Field-Replaceable plug-in communication drivers
· Flash Memory for easy firmware upgrades
· Real Time Clock
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Surface-mount manufacturing technology