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ADDENDUM
Handheld Reader Channel and Address Programming
Handheld wireless networks are separated through the use of separate channels. A Reader is shipped
preconfigured to communicate with the paired Base Unit over one specific channel. Handheld Readers
allow for field selection of wireless channel (2-14) using programming cards. The Channel Programming
cards are labeled Channel 2-14. Each Handheld Reader is preconfigured as either the IN Address or OUT
Address, depending on the HHR kit. The Address Programming cards are labeled IN, OUT, and RESET. If it
becomes necessary to configure wireless channel or reader address using the programming cards, follow
the instructions below.
Note: Channel and Address Programming cards are used only with the Handheld Reader, not the Base Unit.
Use low-frequency programming cards with the HHR-3162 and HHR-3166 models. Use high-frequency
programming cards with the HHR-3167 models.
HHR-3168 models do not support the use of
programming cards.
To change the channel of the Base Unit
1. Remove power from the Base Unit.
2. Using the diagram on pg. 15 of this document as a reference, modify the DIP switches of the Base Unit
for the desired channel.
3. Apply power to the Base Unit.
4. Observe that the Base Unit no longer communicates with the Handheld Reader.
To change the channel of each Handheld Reader
1. Turn the Handheld Reader on by pressing the power button momentarily.
2. Observe that it is not communicating with the Base Unit.
3. Present the desired channel programming card for a few seconds.
4. The Red LED will not wink when reading the programming cards, unlike when reading credentials.
5. The Blue LED should start blinking indicating that it is communicating with the Base Unit.
Change the address of the Handheld Reader
For Handheld Readers with the built-in In/Out Gate Selection feature, address programming cards are
redundant. If it is necessary to configure addresses using the programming cards, follow these steps:
1. Turn the Handheld Reader on by pressing the power button momentarily.
2. Present the desired address programming card.
3. The Red LED will not wink when reading the programming cards, unlike when reading credentials.
4. Handheld Reader should now be on the address labeled on the programming card and be
communicating with either the Base Unit’s Board A or Board B.
Card Programming - Troubleshooting
For all Handheld Reader steps indicated above, the following error conditions may occur.
- If the Red LED does not illuminate, the batteries may be low and the reader may need to be charged.
- If the desired effect does not occur, present the programming card to the HHR reader again.
- When presenting the programming card to the HHR reader multiple times, make sure the card is at least 1
foot away from the Handheld Reader before presenting the badge again.
- Allow the unit to power off for 1 minute and try again.
Model
Channel Programming Card
Address Programming Card
HHR-3162 (low frequency)
HHR-CPCL
HHR-APCL
HHR-3166 (high/low frequency)
HHR-CPCL
HHR-APCL
HHR-3167 (high frequency)
HHR-CPCH
HHR-APCH
