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Honeywell Access Systems
NS2 Configuration Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
Question:
What pre-packaged kits are available?
Honeywell Access has made the NS2 available in pre-packaged kits to make ordering easier.
Question:
How many access points can I control with the NStar access control system?
NStar software will support up to 128 access points. System expansion is via RS-485 or TCP/IP.
Question:
How does the NStar software communicate to the NS2 panel?
NS2 panels communicate using either RS-485 or RS-232 protocol.
Question:
Can I upgrade my NStar software to WIN-PAK 2.0?
Not at this time. Future releases may allow upgrade capabilities.
Question:
Does Nstar software and hardware support the Northern AEP-3 or AEP-5 relay output boards?
Neither the NS2 panel nor the NStar software supports the AEP-3 or AEP-5 board.
Question:
What are the minimum PC requirements to run the NStar software?
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Pentium II 400 MHz CPU
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256 Megabytes of RAM (512 megabytes recommended)
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20 Gigabyte hard drive
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2 serial communication ports
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Backup device (Tape Drive, DVD/CD burner, Network backup utility)
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Microsoft Windows XP Pro; Windows 2000 Pro / Server (SP4)
Question:
Which video Capture Card can be used with the NStar software?
Honeywell Access Systems recommends the PB-VC-15 or higher capture card. Call Honey Access
Systems for more details.
Question:
What localized language support does the NStar software offer?
The initial release of NStar will be available only in English. Future plans are to release Spanish, Por-
tuguese and French localized versions.
Question:
What database engine does the Nstar software use?
Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE)
Question:
Does the NStar software or hardware support USB ports for communications?
Please contact Honeywell Access Systems for further details.
Question:
What is the maximum distance I can run the RS-232 connection?
The industry standard for RS-232 is limited to 50 feet.
Question:
Can the NS2 panel be mounted in a 19" rack to save on installation space?
Yes, the NS2 panel is designed to fit into a 19" rack mount enclosure.
Part No.
Kit Description
Contents
NSSKR
Starter kit with readers.
Software, panel, 2 readers, accessories.
NSSK
Starter kit.
Software, panel, accessories.
NSEKR
Expansion kit with readers.
Panel, 2 readers, accessories.
NSEK
Expansion kit.
Panel, accessories.