8. Cabling requirements
Legend
2
1. 220-240V AC mains cable via double pole mains isolator switch (3 core LNE 1.5mm SWA)
2
2. Optional intercom cable from motor to dwelling (n1 + 6 core 0.5mm multi-
stranded)
2
3. Optional intercom cable from motor to entry panel (n2 0.5mm multi-stranded)
2
4. Optional but recommended infrared safety beams (3 core 0.5mm multi-stranded)
2
5. Optional access control device (3 core 0.5mm multi-stranded)
2
6a. Optional pedestrian keyswitch (2 core 0.5mm multi-stranded) OR
2
6b. Optional keypad (3 core 0.5mm multi-stranded)
2
7. Optional external radio receiver (3 core 0.5mm multi-stranded)
8. Optional pillar lights (3 core LNE SWA, size according to power requirements)
2
9. Optional ground loop for free-exit (1core 0.5mm multi-stranded – silicone coated)
n1 = number of cores required by intercom
n2 = number of cores required by intercom
Possibly increase cable thickness if pillar lights are installed
Type of cable must adhere to municipal bylaws but typically SWA (steel wire armoured) cable is recommended.
The armouring provides excellent screening, which gives better protection against lightning – earth one end of the
screening)
Allows for all features such as pedestrian opening, status LED, etc., to be operated from the intercom handset
inside the dwelling. Number of cores and type of cable could vary depending on brand of access control system
being used
For optimum range, an external receiver can be mounted on the wall
Consult manufacturer of loop detector for specific details
FIGURE 6. CABLING REQUIREMENTS
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Mains
isolator
switch
To dwelling
To dwelling