The SharpV includes two inputs and two outputs (I/O). You can configure the SharpV to use an input signal to trigger a license plate read. When using the SharpV in conjunction with Security Center, you can create event-to-actions so that inputs and outputs trigger or react to system events accordingly.
SharpV I/O specifications
| Hardware | Specification |
|---|---|
| Inputs | |
| Number of inputs | 2 |
| Input rating | 0 VDC - 30 VDC |
| Guaranteed ON state threshold | 5.75 V |
| Guaranteed OFF state threshold | 4.80 V |
| Overvoltage protection | Included |
| Reverse voltage protection | Included |
| Input type | Opto-isolated, DC polarized |
| Outputs | |
| Number of outputs | 2 |
| Output rating | 30 V / 100 mA |
| On-state voltage | Von = <1.0 V @ 2 mA Von = <2.5 V @ 100 mA |
| Overcurrent (overload) protection | Included |
| Reverse voltage protection | Included |
| Output type | Opto-isolated, dry |
I/O cable specifications
| Hardware | Specification |
|---|---|
| Cable diameter | The I/O cable assembly is compatible with cable
diameters in the range 4 - 8 mm (0.16 - 0.31 in.). NOTE: Two different cable seals are included with the I/O cable assembly. Refer to
the manufacturer's instructions to determine which seal to install for the
diameter of cable you are using.
|
| Wire gauge | The I/O cable assembly can support a maximum wire gauge of 20 AWG. The cable's voltage rating must be suitable for the SharpV I/O specifications and must conform to electrical codes in your region. |
| Weather rating | The cable must be waterproof, UV resistant, and must be rated for outdoor installation in accordance with your region. |
Lightning protection
The SharpV I/O cable port includes basic lightning surge protection. For installations in areas that are subject to frequent high-energy lightning surges, it is recommended that you protect the I/O cable using one or more of the following additional protective measures:- A shielded cable with the shield grounded at the I/O device.
- An external lightning protector for I/Os that complies with the normal voltage range of the circuits to which the I/Os are connected.
I/O cable termination
Terminate the I/O cable with the I/O cable assembly, according to the instructions included with the hardware.
The following pinout diagram corresponds to the SharpV inputs and outputs:
| I/O cable assembly pin number | SharpV input or output |
|---|---|
| Pin #1 | Output 1 + |
| Pin #2 | Output 1 - |
| Pin #3 | Output 2 + |
| Pin #4 | Output 2 - |
| Pin #5 | Input 1 + |
| Pin #6 | Input 1 - |
| Pin #7 | Input 2 + |
| Pin #8 | Input 2 - |
Example:
In this example, the signal from the inground loop is used to trigger the gate after a plate read. To configure the SharpV inputs and outputs to perform this function, you must create event-to-actions for license plate reads in Security Center. For more information, see Creating event-to-actions for ALPR events or hotlist events.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| A | Output signal to the gate controller from SharpV output 1 or 2 |
| B | Input signal from the inground loop to SharpV input 1 or 2 |
| C | Inground loop (input device) |
| D | Gate (output device) |