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Overview

This document

describes

described the

physical

installation process of

installing a FasCard system. Including install of FasCard readers and Satellite Access Points (SAP).

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Important Information About the Satellite Device

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title	The Satellite Access Point (SAP)

The Satellite Access Point or SAP is a bridge between the FasCard readers and the internet. The SAP has an Ethernet port that connects to the locations internet connection and a wireless antenna that communicates with the FasCard readers. The SAP is more than a wireless access point in that it provides valuable location status information to the FasCard administration site. Each location requires one SAP for every 50-60 FasCard readers and multiple SAP's can be used to extend the wireless coverage area or provide redundancy. The wireless range of a SAP is approximately 90 feet providing coverage to 180 foot diameter surrounding the SAP. While the wireless signal will operate through walls and objects, signal strength may be degraded and interference from sources generating strong electromagnetic fields is possible.

The SAP can be powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet) device which eliminates the need to install a power source at the install site. Power for the SAP is delivered through the Cat5 cable that connects the device to the local internet connection by way of the POE adapter utilized during installation. SAP's can be wall or ceiling mounted with the mounting hardware provided and should be installed in a central location providing even coverage to all FasCard readers.

The FasCard satellite (Mikrotik 951G-2HnD) device can accept power through its power jack or through the first Ethernet port:

The DC power jack accepts 8-30V DC.

Note: The DC power accepts a 5.5mm outside diameter, 2mm inside diameter, female, pin positive plug.

The first Ethernet port accepts passive Power over Ethernet (PoE) 8-30V DC.

Note: The 951G-2HnD satellite does not support PoE+ or PoE++ which typically supplies 48V DC.

Attempting to power a 951G-2HnD satellite with anything over its maximum rated acceptable input voltage of 30V DC may harm the device.
Under maximum load, the power consumption of this device is 7W.

Assumptions

This document assumes the following:

The user is proficient in the use of basic hand and power tools.
The user has a basic understanding of the host machines being modified.
The user understands that CCI takes no responsibility to any damage that may occur to equipment during installation procedure.
The user has full access to equipment and facilities where FasCard equipment is to be installed.
The install location has a full time internet connection with a router or modem with enough available Ethernet ports to service the number of SAP's being installed
The install location as a 120vac outlet for every SAP being installed within 15 feet of the internet connection.

Warning
This procedure assumes that all required FasCard applications including ACH forms, Account application and equipment survey forms have been completed and turned into CCI. Failure to complete the configuration procedure will prevent the FasCard equipment from operating properly. Contact CCI to ensure that this step has been completed prior to installing product.

Required Hardware

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Parts	C-1491,C-5605

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It's recommended that you check the packing slips and confirm that all equipment ordered has been received. If any items are missing or incorrect, contact your reseller.

Satellite Installment Instructions

Survey facility for an appropriate SAP installation location

The SAP should be located in the center of the area in which the FasCard readers are to be located. The wireless range of the devices is approximately 90 feet, properly placing a SAP can cover 180 foot diameter area.

The SAP can be either ceiling mounted or wall mounted using the included mounting tabs.

The SAP comes with a 100' Cat5 Ethernet cable, this cable will connect the SAP to the locations internet connection. Confirm that 100' will be sufficient to reach the mounting site to the internet connection.

NOTE: The Cat5 Ethernet cable should be no longer than 100'. If longer than 100', there could be latency, or bandwidth reduction

a FasCard Satellite (SAT).

Replacing an existing satellite? See here: Replacing an existing satellite

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Requirements

FasCard Parts

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Tools (not included)

Phillips Screwdriver
(Optional) Power Drill or Impact Driver
(Optional) Any additional mounting hardware at the discretion of the installer.

Preparation

Capture the E01 MAC Address (format will be 12 hexadecimal characters in length with colons between every two characters) and add the SAT to the location using the FasCard Admin Site. This can be done at any point in the process, or before/after.
1. To be ready for the above, it is recommended to have immediate, available access to the FasCard Admin Site.

NOTE: When adding a SAT to the location, ensure that the SAT is on the latest FasSat version available.

Step-by-step guide

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Survey the location for an appropriate SAT installation site. Note the following when looking for an install site:
1. The SAT should be located in the center of all FasCard associated readers. The wireless range of the readers is approximately 90 feet. The SATs range is approximately 180 feet in diameter.
2. The SAT can either be ceiling mounted or wall mounted, using the included mounting tabs.
3. The SAT comes with a 100ft ethernet cable. This cable will connect the SAP to the locations' Internet connection.
  IMPORTANT: The ethernet cable should be no longer than 100ft. If longer than 100ft, there could be latency, or bandwidth reduction preventing a clear internet connection.
4. The path in which the Cat5

cable

1. is to be

run

1. ran through should be free of hazards that may

sever

1. damage or

damage

1. interfere with the cable

, avoiding

1. .
  1. Avoid high frequency devices such as lighting ballasts, microwaves, cordless phones

or

1. 1. , and neon lighting

is also recommended

If installing multiple SAP's, when possible choose mounting sites where all SAP's are in range of all FasCard readers. This will provide redundancy to the readers in the event that an SAP goes offline.

Mount the SAP

1. 1. .
2. If multiple SAPs are being installed, choose equal ranges between all the SAPs and readers, so they can provide redundancy and can cover the entire group of FasCard equipment.
Mount the SAP in the site you have deemed best, based on the recommendations above. For more information see FasCard Satellite Mounting Guide.
1. The SAP has multiple mounting tabs on the bottom, use standard screws with wall anchors, if needed.
Connect the

C-0181 100'

100ft Cat5 cable to Port 1/

POE

PoE on the SAP.

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Run the opposite end of the C-0181 Cat5 cable from the SAP to the local

internet

Internet connection in the building.
1. Use cable ties to secure cabling to solid structures along the cable pathway, stay clear of any objects that may cause harm to the cable.
Connect the provided C-0177 15' Cat5 cable to the customer supplied

internet device and

Internet device (e.g. router or modem) and the other end into the "Data In" port of the C-5605 PoE adapter.

Tip
This might be a router or a 'Modem', this device must provide DHCP service. Although most routers and modems today do, you may need to contact a local networking professional to confirm

Connect the 100' home run

Connect the C-0181 100' Ethernet cable from the SAP into the "Data & Power Out" port of the C-5605 PoE adapter.

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Plug the C-5605 PoE

injector into the 120vac outlet

adapter into a working wall receptacle (outlet).
The

SAP

SAT will boot up and try and establish a connection to the Internet and the FasCard servers, this

takes about 2

process can take between 2 to 5 minutes.

Install the FasCard readers on to the host equipment

Follow the instruction as provided for the appropriate installation guide for the type of equipment you are installing.

Address the FasCard Reader

See How to program address on FasCard Reader

Test the machineBe sure to test the machine with coins and cards to confirm successful operation

Note

title	Special note regarding powering SAP