ALPHACOM-200 Premium Multi-Way 4G-VoLTE GSM Intercom (up to 200 way)
Introduction
The ALPHACOM-200 is an advanced GSM intercom system with inbuilt professional access control for up to 200 residential or commercial properties.
ALPHACOM is Made in Britain, manufactured from high-grade aluminium, precision-machined and assembled by hand. The front fascia is fabricated from brushed marine-grade 316 stainless steel and finished in black textured powdercoat for long term durability in the harshest of conditions.
Custom finishes and options are available such as a freestanding post, QR code reader access, long-range vehichle detector access, branding, colours, special coating finishes and bespoke design.
The multi-function stainless steel keypad is used for dialling up to 200 individual properties by pressing the property number then # to call. It comes standard with laser etching user instructions (to order) or optionally printed faceplate professionally designed in-house, also made to order.
The keypad can also be used for PIN code access. Up to 2000 PIN codes can be set as 24/7/365 access or configured as restricted access. By setting time/day/date down restrictions down to the minute, or indeed the number of times the PIN may be used within that timed period, the administrators (up to 5) can completely manage property security without giving our permanent access codes.
A single button above the pinpad can be used as a direct call button or trade entry. The intercom option enables the button to call up to 5 phone numbers in priority order.
Configuration can be done easily and remotely by SMS, App or Web browser.
What's in the box?
- 1 x ALPHACOM-200 premium 4G entry panel
- 1 x 15VDC 1A regulated power supply
- 1 x 4G external antenna
What do I need for installation?
- A fully functional SIM card
- Drill & bit to fix the backbox to the wall
- Appropriate fixings for the surface being mounted to
- Terminal screwdriver to connect wiring
- A working mobile phone to test with
What type of SIM card do I need?
- Micro-SIM (middle size)
- Voice, SMS & data enabled
- Contract or PAYG (contract recommended) view our SIM options here
If using an M2M, multi-network, roaming SIM from a 3rd party provider, ie: not a major network, make sure it is a full capacity SIM not limited memory as many are. ControlFreq supply SIM card contracts with auto-switch connection to all 4 network operators in the UK. Order now.
FEATURES
- Internationally compatible 5 band GSM module 2G/3G (standard) 4G (optional)
- Multiway calling using keypad ie: 1# calls flat 1 (up-to 200 apartments)
- Laser etched user instruction (custom per order)
- 1 direct call button (can be assigned as trade button - managed by timeclock 2)
- 1000 Caller-ID access users
- 2000 PIN access codes with 4 access restriction modes
- 2 alarm inputs (trade, press to exit, door open)
- 2 relay outputs (highly configurable)
- 2 Wiegand inputs (any Wiegand access device can be managed online)
- 1 Wiegand output (connect to existing access system to use Caller-ID like a prox card)
- Local configuration by USB (PC application)
- Remote configuration by SMS text message, Smartphone App, Web browser and API
- Solid block milled aluminium backbox (powdercoated, hard anodised or special coating options)
- All mounting holes external to the inside enclosure (to prevent water ingress)
- Marine grade 316 brushed stainless steel facia ( powdercoating & special coating options available)
- No visible fixings on the facia (for aesthetics)
- Hyperphobic speaker grill (dust & water repellent)
- IP56 weatherproofing (water & dust ingress rating)
- 5 year warranty against mechanical or electrical failure (damage and effects of ageing not covered)
APPLICATIONS
The ALPHACOM-200 is a combined intercom and access control system for up to 200 different call destinations.
- Residential blocks
- Private gated roads
- Gated communities
- Office blocks
- Estates with multiple buildings
- Shared office spaces
- Business parks
- Warehouses
- Schools
- Industrial units
- Car park garages
WIRING CONNECTIONS
1. Connect 12-24V AC/DC min. 1A to the terminals shown below.
2. Connect the door release relay (if required) to C1 & NO1 or NC1 as appropriate for the door system being controlled.\
CONFIGURATION
Configuration is easy to do in a number of ways depending on your preference.
We recommend the smartphone or web browser methods for easier ongoing system management.
1. SMS (quick-test & system info requests)
Quick test
Firstly, send a signal strength test to be sure the device is online and communicating:
;PSQ; check signal strength
Then, send these commands by SMS to the SIM phone number in the device to set up the calling:
;ATN1=xxxxxxxxxxx; Set phone number for single button to call
;KPA1=xxxxxxxxxxx; Set phone number for 1# to call
Door release
To control relay 1 - during intercom call: press '11'
To control relay 2 - during intercom call: press '21'
System Info Requests
Send these commands by SMS from an authorised phone (open to all by default) to receive an SMS reply with the requested information.
Check internet settings
Check PIN codes
PIN code configurations are too advanced for SMS management
Command | SMS to send | What does it do? |
Get signal strength | ;PSQ; | Returns the device mobile signal at that time |
Get IMEI | ;PHW; | Returns the device IMEI (unique hardware identifier) |
Check firmware version | ;PSW; | Returns the current device firmware version |
;PIP; | Shows currently set internet (APN) settings | |
Get current output status | ;PORC; | Returns the state of the relay outputs |
Get input SMS labels | ;P#; | Returns the labels set on input notification SMS |
Get call button numbers | ;PDEA; | Returns the call button settings |
Check intercom numbers (multiway) | ;PKP=x,y; | returns the range (x,y) of intercom phone numbers for multiple properties ie: 1,5 returns the first 5 properties - 1,1 returns only property 1 |
N/A : use app or web | ||
Check Caller-ID users | ;PCLP=x,y; | returns the range (x,y) of caller-id phone numbers ie: 1,5 returns the first 5 users - 1,1 returns only user 1 |
2. iPhone app here
1. Add new device
2. Give the device a name
3. Enter SIM ph. number & network
4. Enter IMEI
How to find the IMEI
• It's printed on the silver sticker on the gold GSM module on the PCB
• Send the unit an SMS saying ;PHW;
• Point smartphone camera at the QR code on the GSM module
• Add the device using the smartphone app to auto-add the IMEI using the camera icon
5. Add the device
6. Wait for the device to be added
7. Configure the required settings by swiping through tabs
8. Send to device
2. Give the device a name
3. Enter SIM ph. number & network
4. Enter IMEI
How to find the IMEI
• It's printed on the silver sticker on the gold GSM module on the PCB
• Send the unit an SMS saying ;PHW;
• Point smartphone camera at the QR code on the GSM module
• Add the device using the smartphone app to auto-add the IMEI using the camera icon
5. Add the device
6. Wait for the device to be added
7. Configure the required settings by swiping through tabs
8. Send to device
4. Web browser app here
1. Add new device (+)
2. Give the device a name
3. Enter SIM ph. number & network
4. Enter IMEI
How to find the IMEI
• It's printed on the silver sticker on the gold GSM module on the PCB
• Send the unit an SMS saying ;PHW;
• Point smartphone camera at the QR code on the GSM module
• Add the device using the smartphone app to auto-add the IMEI using the camera icon
5. Add the device
6. Wait for the device to be added
7. Configure the required settings by entering details in tabs
8. Send to device (changelog top right corner)
5. USB programming via PC using terminal app we use TeraTerm
Using this method you can enter SMS commands to program the device on screen. See all SMS commands in the complete SMS manual attached below.
6. USB using Windows PC app request download
Using this method you can configure the device using a Windows PC. Please note there is no manual for this method.
7. API contact us
Using this method you can integrate the device programming into a 3rd party application for automated user management and outpur control. Documentation can be found at www.controlfreq.co/swagger
• Quick start quick attached below
• Complete manual for SMS commands attached below
• Support 0203 478 0786 or support@controlfreq.uk
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