In this article, we will explore and differentiate between three NAC versions (TS1066, TS1066-4 and TS1067E), each designed to cater to diverse customer preferences and requirements.
For briefs, please refer to the below table and full comparison tables can be found at the end of this article.
TS1066 and TS1066-4
TS1066 – NAC (Network Access Controller),
TS1066-4 – NAC (Network Access Controller) 4 doors/lifts
All features and functionality between these models are identical, except for the total number of doors/lifts.
The Network Access Controller is an access control solution allowing you to manage your door and lift access requirements as well as supporting intrusion applications.
It offers flexible connection options, i.e can connect directly to Management Software without the need for other panel hardware as well as being able to connect to the ChallengerPlus panel for access control an intrusion capability.
The Network Access Controller can be configured in several different ways depending on your current system and access requirements.
IP Direct mode – in this mode, management software has a direct IP connection to the NAC, without needing a Challenger panel. The NAC provides access control functionality but does not provide alarm control functionality. In this mode, management software downloads users, door groups, etc. directly to the NAC, allowing the NAC to utilise its maximum capacities.
History events, alarms, and NAC status are reported via IP to management software.
Note: The NAC will still be fully functional if it is disconnected from management software.
IP Extended mode – in this mode, management software has a direct IP connection to the NAC. In addition to access control, the NAC provides alarm control and reporting functionality in conjunction with a ChallengerPlus panel.
In this mode, management software downloads users, door groups, etc. directly to the NAC, allowing the NAC to utilize its maximum capacities. The number of users that can exercise alarm control from the NAC is limited by the user capacity of the ChallengerPlus panel (2,000 users or 65,535 users if the ChallengerPlus panel has a TS1084 Memory Expansion Module).
History events are sent directly via IP to management software, while alarms and NAC status are sent to the ChallengerPlus panel.
Note: The NAC will still be fully functional if it is disconnected from management software.
Note: Inputs will only register alarms in the ChallengerPlus panel if they are mapped to ChallengerPlus inputs. See the Programming manual for more details.
Classic mode – this mode is for direct upgrade of a V8 Four-Door Controller with minimal programming changes. In addition to access control, the NAC provides alarm control and reporting functionality in conjunction with a ChallengerPlus panel.
In this mode, management software downloads configuration (users, door groups, etc.) to the ChallengerPlus panel. The ChallengerPlus panel distributes the configuration to the NAC via the RS-485 LAN. Since the ChallengerPlus is responsible for the distribution of users, door groups etc. to the NAC, the numbers allowed are limited.
History events, alarms, and NAC status are sent from the NAC to the ChallengerPlus panel.
Note: Inputs will only register alarms in the ChallengerPlus panel if they are mapped to ChallengerPlus inputs. See the Programming manual for more details.
To download the datasheet, click here
TS1067 – NAC with Wiegand
The Network Access Controller with Wiegand blends the powerful functionality of a TS1066 NAC with a familiar form factor and onboard I/O, ideal for replacing legacy access controllers.
All the advancements you’ll find on the TS1066 NAC are also present in the TS1067E NAC with Wiegand, including flexible connection options direct to software and/or ChallengerPlus, user configurable.
In addition to the existing functionality, the NAC with Wiegand still has even more to offer, with 4 onboard Wiegand inputs, 16 onboard inputs, a new input expander header for up to 2 x TS1021 boards, an additional onboard relay, and a switchable AUX power terminal, which allows for 12 VDC power output to be controlled directly in response to a variety of situations.
The TS1067 comes with 4 doors/lifts and 2,000 users by default, however the doors can be expanded to 8 and users to 65,535 or 250,000 with support for the new Dynamic Product Licensing (DPL) functionality.
- License requires no additional hardware and is applied using the software ( CTPlus )
- Licenses are a one-time cost.
- Licenses persist through factory defaults of the panel.
How to request the License for TS1067
To request the license key, please contact your product place of purchase and provide the Serial Number (SN) – not the SID.
How to apply the License for TS1067
- Log into CTPlus
- Go to Operation >Status and Control window
- In the Status and Control Tree, right click on the TS1067 and select Enter License key.
- You will then get a prompt to enter the license key.
- Once the license key is entered, please check the live events to verify if the license has been applied successfully.
To download the datasheet,click here
Detailed comparison
For manuals and Tecom Compatibility Matrix
https://support.firesecurityproducts.com.au/hc/en-us/articles/5415548754831-Tecom-Manuals-
Tecom Compatibility Matrix (aritech.com.au)