Touch io Instruction Manual
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An adjustable Bluetooth Low Energy range provides for flexibility in the level of security. (See
for
additional information.)
Touch io Specifications
This manual walks anyone having an
permission role through the steps needed to connect a
touch io
reader to an access control panel. In addition to smartphone
touch io
mobile credentials and use of
the
touch io
also supports 125KHz prox cards. Reviewing and following the information below
ensures the reader is installed quickly and properly.
NOTE
: Standard RFID credentialed prox cards and key fobs are not as secure as using a smart device for
touch io
access. Standard legacy prox cards can be cloned easily. The
touch App
is designed for
convenience, ease of use, and greater security.
Power Requirements
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5.5 to 16VDC. A 12VDC regulated power supply is recommended for best operation.
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When the
is off (low power mode), the reader uses 100mA to 200mA at 12VDC.
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When the Backlight is on (high power mode), the reader uses a maximum of 350mA at 12VDC.
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A regulated non-switching 12VDC power supply at the panel is recommended to power the
touch io
reader for the best performance and highest noise immunity.
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For
compliance, the reader MUST be connected to a class-two power-limited power supply or
control panel output.
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24 AWG wire is recommended
Voltage Requirements
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12VDC is recommended. Minimum voltage required is 5.5VDC to a maximum of 16VDC.
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Touch io
requires 100mA - 200mA (at 12VDC) in low power mode (Backlight off), 350mA maximum (at
12VDC) in high power mode (Backlight on). By default, the
is on; mode settings are configured
via the
Current
100mA - 200mA (low power) typical at 12VDC. 350mA (high power) maximum peak at 12VDC
Grounding
The cable shielding* must run continuously from the reader to the panel. At the
panel
end, the reader
ground, shield line, and earth ground MUST be connected together at a single point. At the
reader
end DO
NOT ground the shield line as this creates a potential ground loop.
* Data and signal cables are usually protected with insulated conductors and wrapped with a conductive (metallic) shielding layer. This
shielding reduces electrical noise and its impact on signals and lowers electromagnetic radiation. Shielding is needed to combat the
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