Rotolock Handbook Rotolock

Introduction Operation Programming Specification Features Installation Problems
INTRODUCTION

ROTOLOCK is a rotary combination electronic door lock.

Entry is effected by means of a robust knob smaller than your thumb mounted on the door frame.

ROTOLOCK also acts as bell push and cannot be 'hot wired' from outside.

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OPERATION

To operate the door release and so effect entry, simply rotate the knob in one of the programmed sequences. There will be a pause of less than a second after the sequence is completed - then the door releases!!

In the event of an error wait 10 seconds then try again. The knob can be in any position when starting. Two sequences are available, one starting with one or more clockwise steps and the other anticlockwise.

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PROGRAMMING

The following can be programmed:

  1. An entry code sequence starting with a right click
  2. An entry code sequence starting with a left click
  3. How long the door remains unlocked

ROTOLOCK will be shipped with:

  • The anticlockwise sequence programmed to 4 left, 2 right, 1 left.
  • The clockwise sequence programmed to 4 right, 2 left, 1 right.
  • The door release operating period (that is how long the door remains unlocked) set to 5 seconds.

Users must re-program sequences as described below to make the installation secure using their own chosen codes.

Hint: use a watch for timing the waiting periods.

To program your own entry sequences:

  1. Turn knob 3 or more clicks (to wake up).
  2. Wait 10 seconds.
  3. Turn knob 3 or more clicks.
  4. Within 5 seconds press the internal programming button momentarily.
  5. Turn knob in required sequence, counting clicks. (E.g. 4 right, 6 left, 2 right, 1 left).
  6. Wait 10 seconds.
  7. Test the sequence you have just programmed.

To program the door release period:

  1. Turn knob 3 or more clicks (to wake up).
  2. Wait 10 seconds.
  3. Turn knob 3 or more clicks.
  4. Within 5 seconds press and hold down internal programming button for 5 seconds.
  5. Turn knob - 1 click per second of door release period.
  6. Wait 10 seconds.
  7. Check door release operating period.
  8. Before starting either of the procedures above, the unit must be in its standby state - with the door release timed out and the power or battery on.

Choosing program sequences:

  • Ensure that the sequence that you select is:
    1. Easy to remember
    2. Complex enough to be secure against intruders.
  • The sequence must be shorter than a total of 50 steps.
  • If only one sequence is required the other should be programmed to a complex (say 40 step) sequence to overwrite the default sequence.
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SPECIFICATION

  • Standby current 200ľA (when operating from backup battery).

    Typical backup battery life: (50ohm door release solenoid coil):
    Intermittent: to cover short mains breaks: 1 year, PP3 e.g. Varta 6 F 22
    Continuous: operated without mains power: 2 months, Duracell MN1604 (6 operations of the strike per day, 5secs per operation). The bell relay will not operate from the back-up battery, external power is required.

  • Bell contacts: 3A 24V

  • Up to 50 steps per sequence: i.e. more than 1 million combinations.

  • Two sequences can be programmed which are retained without mains or battery supplies.

  • Programmable door release dwell -1 to 120 seconds.

  • Timed button release for exit.

  • Mains operation using external 12v unregulated 300mA DC mains adapter. Input voltage range: 11 to 24V. DC.

  • Door release solenoid: max. current 500mA, 12V nominal.
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FEATURES

  • Door release fail mode
    By moving an internal jumper provision can be made to work with door releases which have their coil operated in the lock position. (This type opens on mains failure). The quoted battery back-up specification does not apply in this mode.
    For further details view Installation of Secure Door Release

  • Remote release
    A button can be fitted inside the building to allow one touch timed release during exit.
    For further details view Installation of Remote Release

  • Doorbell
    ROTOLOCK may also act as a doorbell.
    To operate an existing doorbell with a push of the ROTOLOCK knob: view Installation of Doorbell
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INSTALLATION

An installation consists of the following parts

  • Code knob.
  • Control unit.
  • Power supply.
  • Door release solenoid.
  • Remote release switch (optional) Remote release A button can be fitted inside the building to allow one touch timed release during exit.

Parts to install:
  • ROTOLOCK assembly.
  • Control box.
  • Door release solenoid.
  • Mains adapter.
  1. Install ROTOLOCK assembly (code switch).

    1. Drill 22mm hole 35mm deep from outside.
    2. Drill 5mm hole for the cable from the bottom of the hole above through to the inside.
    3. Insert the free end of the cable into the 5mm hole from the outside, feed cable through. Insert switch housing into large hole.
    4. Secure switch housing with tamper proof screws or as desired.

  2. Install Door release solenoid to manufacturer's instructions

  3. Install Control Box and Mains adapter:

    1. Locate box so that it can be reached by free end of cable from Knob assembly.
    2. Prise off cover.
    3. Fix to wall using two screws through base.
    4. Cut hole in gland next to pin1 of the terminal block for cable entry.
    5. Wire to knob assembly as table below.
    6. Remove spider plug from end of output cable on mains adapter.
    7. Wire the mains adapter cable to pins 9 and 10 of the terminal block observing polarity. Feed cable through gland.
    8. Wire the two terminals of the Door release solenoid to pins 7 and 8 of the terminal block. Feed wires through gland.
    9. Set Mains Adapter to 12V. position and plug in.
    10. Test system using pre-programmed sequence.
    11. Fit back-up battery if required.
    12. Re-program to user requirements.

  4. Screw Terminal Block Connections at the Control Unit.

    1. Blue wire
    2. Yellow wire - from code switch
    3. Red wire
    4. Black wire
    5. Remote release Hi
    6. Remote release Lo
    7. Strike solenoid positive
    8. Strike solenoid negative
    9. DC in positive 12Volts nominal
    10. DC in negative
    11. Bell contact A
    12. Bell contact B

    The code switch is supplied with a pre-wired 2m screened lead for connection to the control box.

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Control box layout
Control box layout
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Remote release

The optional remote release switch should be wired to pins 5 and 6 of the terminal block

Doorbell

To operate an existing doorbell with a push of the ROTOLOCK knob, wire the bell push connections to pins 11 and 12 of the terminal block.

Fail secure door release

Provision has been made to work with door releases which have their coil operated in the lock position. (This type opens on mains failure). Move the jumper indicated above. The quoted battery back-up specification does not apply in this mode.

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FAULT FINDING GUIDE

Note: Pressing the knob will reset the decoding electronics (as well as operating the doorbell) in the event of a problem due to external EMI etc. All programming will be retained.

In the event of a suspected fault try the following procedure:

  • Is the mains power connected? Press knob or connect pins 3 and 4 together on the terminal block: a click should be heard as the bell relay operates.

  • Is the strike connected? Move jumper to fail secure position. The solenoid should operate and then release as the jumper is restored to the default position.

  • Is the microcontroller operating? Momentarily connect pins 4 and 5 of the terminal block. The solenoid should operate for a timed period then release.

  • Reprogram the code and test.
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