2
2. Using the rear housing as a mounting template, se-
cure the unit to a wall or other flat surface using the
hardware provided (see page 7 for printed tem-
plate).
Shown in Fig. 2, the rear housing includes two
mounting holes for single-gang (
A
) and four mount-
ing holes for double-gang (
B
) electrical utility boxes,
as well as four all-purpose holes (
C
) for mounting to
drywall or other surfaces (use minimum #6 screws
suitable for the surface).
CONNECTING TO A NETWORK
Connect RJ-45 cable to the network, and apply power
via the class 2 VAC transformer. Upon connection,
the Gateway automatically begins searching for a valid
IP address from the network (see the
POWER UP
section on page 4).
IMPORTANT:
Gateways can ONLY be discovered
by DL-Windows when the PC running DL-Windows is
on the same subnet as the Gateway. Refer to
Subnet
section for more information.
Gateways should be mounted in elevated areas;
however mounting in a drop ceiling can adversely
affect signal strength
Preferred mounting position = 6 to 12" below
standard 8-9 foot ceiling
Gateways must be mounted vertically; horizontal
"flat" mounting should be specifically avoided
Although wood and wallboard construction can have
little effect upon signal strength, concrete or brick
can reduce signal strength by up to 35%. Steel-
reinforced concrete or metal lath and plaster can re-
duce signal strength as much as 90%!
Do NOT mount close to electrical wiring or other
metal obstructions such as pipes or conduits
Installing in computer closets or server rooms can
negatively impact signal strength
Helpful
Tips
In difficult installations wherein signal problems
exist, the use of (multiple)
AL-IME2-EXP
Expand-
ers throughout the premises is recommended.
AL-
IME2-EXP
Expanders extend the coverage area
of version 2 Gateways, allowing control of up to its
rated maximum of 63 locks. Up to 7 Expanders
can be added to one version 2 Gateway. For more
information, see WI2156.
We recommend obtaining or creating a layout of
your intended system identifying all proposed in-
stallation locations, also noting building construc-
tion materials to assist in determining optimal
Gateway installation locations
IMPORTANT:
If you plan to use
AL-IME2-EXP
Ex-
panders with your Gateway, be sure to read the
"
EXPANDER GROUP" DIALS
section on page 3
before
powering your Gateway.
The above guidelines and tips should be followed for
each additional Gateway added to the system.
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
The
AL-IME2
rear housing must be mounted " up"
as shown on the page 7 template; i.e. when the front
housing is attached, its engraved Networx logo must
be located at the lower right with the front housing po-
sitioned "up" in a conventional manner (the unit con-
tains internal antennas that must be positioned verti-
cally).
Horizontal "flat" mounting of the enclosure is to
be specifically avoided.
Mount as follows:
1. Insert a small flat-head screwdriver into the slots at
the bottom and twist while applying inward pressure
(see Fig. 1; insert the screwdriver closer to the edg-
es of the unit, as shown in the Fig. 1 "inset" image).
Fig. 1: To separate rear housing from cover
(Inset: Insert flat-head screwdriver closer to the edges of the unit)
(Inset image)
A
A
B
B
B
B
C
C
C
C
Fig. 2: Rear housing mounting holes for single-gang (A) and
double-gang (B) electrical boxes, and four all-purpose holes (C)
The following sub-sections refer to
the DL-Windows software, therefore
the following terminology may be
better understood by referencing
OI383 (included with your Gateway).
