AMI-1200 Distributor Manual

AMI-1200 Series
Universal Barrier Gate

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Important Safety Instructions
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury or death, READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
l Never let children operate or play with the gate or its controlling devices.
l Always keep people and objects away from the gate while the gate is in operation.
l KEEP GATES MAINTAINED AND WORKING PROPERLY.
l Read the distributor manual fully before operating the gate.
l Only qualified service personnel should make repairs to the gate or gate
hardware.
l The entrance is for vehicles only. Pedestrians must use a separate entrance.
l SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Note: Two identical "WARNING" placards are provided per

gate. These must be installed in the gate area. Each
placard must be visible by persons located on the side of
the gate on which the placard is installed.

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Contents
Important Safety Instructions 3
Introduction 8
Overview 8
Features 9
Options 10
Field Connect Board Version 10
Specifications 11
Gate Operating Environment 11
Gate Dimensions 11
Dimensions without Gate Arm 11
Dimensions with Gate Arm AL12 12
Dimensions with Gate Arm AL35/AL40 13
Gate Arm Characteristics 14
Vehicle Loop Detectors 14
Component Layout 15
Top Plate 15
Gate Control Board 16
Pedestal Components 17

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Components 18
Loop Connections 18
DIP Switches 19
Switch Bank 1 (SW1): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW4 19
Switch Bank 2 (SW2): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW5 22
Changing the DIP Switch Settings 23
LED Indicators 24
LED Bank (1-8) 25
Status LED 25
Battery 25
Battery Bypass Switch (SW6) 26
Power Failure Recovery 27
Slow Mode 27
Field Connect Board 28
Field Connect Board 28
Field Connect Board IO Connections 29
Input Connections 29
Output Connections 30
Field Connect Board LED Indicators 31
Installation 32
Before You Begin 32
Required Tools 33

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Site Preparation 34
Mounting Surface 34
Mounting Location 35
Conduit 36
Unpacking the Gate 37
Cover Removal and Installation 38
Removing the Cover 38
Installing the Cover 39
Rotating the Drive Mechanism 40
Installation/Mounting of Pedestal 41
Main Power Field Wiring 43
Loop Detector Installation / Removal 44
Installation 44
Removal 45
Gate Arm Installation 45
Gate Operation Test 46
Power Up Operation 46
Gate Arm Adjustment 47
Vertical Gate Arm Adjustment 48
Horizontal Gate Arm Adjustment 48
Lane Control Features 50
Operation Modes 50

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One-Way Free 51
Lane Diagram 51
Loop Detector and Mode Settings 52
One-Way Pay 53
Typical Lane Diagrams 53
Typical Wiring Diagrams 57
Two-Way 61
Typical Lane Diagrams 61
Typical Wiring Diagrams 67
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 71
Status LED 71
Motor 72
Lubrication 73
Fuse Replacement 74
AMI-1210 Schematic 76

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Introduction
Overview
The Amano McGann, Inc AMI-1200 Series Universal Barrier Gate
incorporates a new cabinet design, metal hood, DC direct drive gear-
motor, battery to raise or lower the gate upon power failure, a new gate
arm bracket that eliminates sheer pins, pre-drilled holes in the base for
direct replacement of AGP and AMG gates, and the ability to rotate the
cabinet in one of three directions for convenient door placement.
AMI-1200 Gate
The AMI-1200 Series Universal Barrier Gate comes standard with a 12V
battery and a plug-in dual vehicle loop detector (EOE-122520) with the
option to add an additional single vehicle loop detector (EOE-122510).
Available colors include OPUS Umbra Grey, AMG Grey Classic, and Amano
White, as well as custom colors as an added-fee option.

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AMI-1200 Two versions have been designed to meet the needs of various customer
applications, including the Online version for OPUSeries, Universal Reader
and IO100 based Access Terminals, and the Field Connect Board Version
for AMG Series, MT280-based Access Terminals and Overture lines of
products. Models for each version include left hand (standard) or right
hand gate arm position; 110V or 220V models.
Note: An optional Field Connect Board kit can be purchased

for Online versions of the AMI- 1200 gate to allow
connections to AMG Series, MT280- based Access
Terminals, and Overture lines of productions.
Important: TheAMI- 1210 series gate is for automobile

traffic only. Allow no motorcycles or pedestrians.
Features
The AMI-1200 includes the following features:
l Cabinet/door mountable in three (3) different positions.

l Cabinet incorporates mounting holes for AGP and AMG gates.
l Connects via RS485 to IO100 in OPUSeries, Universal Reader, IO100-based
Access Terminals, or AMG with IO100.
l Microprocessor-based logic and functionality.
l Selectable backout detection.
l Included battery supports Power Failure Arm Position feature. Arm position on
power failure (Up or Down) is selectable.
l Standard Dual Vehicle Loop Detector.
l Gentle Touch gate arm drive.
l Solid-state Hall effect sensors with adjustable up and down limits.
l One convenience duplex outlet (110V models only).
l Main Power Switch Breaker.
l Over voltage and surge protection.
l RFI Filtering.
l 1/6 Hp DC direct drive motor (gear-motor).
l Two Positive mechanical stops.
l Power-fail Battery Bypass Switch.

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AMI-1200 l IO100 communication with iParcProfessional supports:
l Status, alarm and count messages sent to iParcProfessional via the IO100.
l Commands from iParcProfessional sent to the gate via the IO100.
l Tamper arm alarm message to iParcProfessional when the arm is forced up.
l Broken arm alarm message to iParcProfessional in Pay direction.
l Built-in lane control.

l Three selectable modes of operation: One-Way Pay, One-Way Free, and Two-Way.
l Adjustable backout timer (5 or 10 seconds).
Options
The AMI-1200 supports the following optional components:
l Single Vehicle Loop Detector (EOE-122510).

l Heater Kit (required for environments below -0°F (-18°C) (A-1200/000-5000).
l Spare Battery (EBA-271603).
l Door Open Switch Kit (A-1200/000-1000).
l Audible Arm Tamper Alarm Kit activates when the arm is forced up (A-1200/000-
8000).
l Field Connect Board Kit (A-0110/000-A000)
Field Connect Board Version
The AMI-1200 Field Connect Board version will support the following
features:
l AMI-1200/XX3 Series with built in Field Connect Board to support AMG, Overture,
and other devices not connected to an IO100 Universal Controller:
l Six easily accessible inputs.
l Eight easily accessible outputs.
WARNING! Only use specified Amano McGann, Inc. gate

arms, AL12, AL35 or AL40 with your specific model of AMI-
1200 Series Universal Barrier Gate. The Universal Barrier
Gate is designed and tested using the AL12, AL35 and AL40
gate arms. Unspecified gate arms may interfere with the
control and Gentle Touch safety feature of the AMI-1200.
The addition of weights is not acceptable. Any damage
caused by the use of irregular arms voids any warranties.

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Specifications
Gate Operating Environment
Temperature: 0°F to 122°F (-18°C to 50°C) standard; or -15°F to 122°F
(-26°C to 50°C) with optional Heater Kit (Part A-001/000-5000)
Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
Gate Dimensions
Dimensions without Gate Arm
l Height: 40.2'' (102 cm)

l Width: 15.4'' (39 cm)
l Depth: 15.4'' (39 cm)

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Dimensions with Gate Arm AL12
l Horizontal Clearance: 34'' (86 cm) + Curb Height in DOWN arm position
l Vertical Clearance: 16ft (487.7 cm)
Typical Curb Mount Dimensions

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Dimensions with Gate Arm AL35/AL40
l Horizontal Clearance: 34'' (86 cm) + Curb Height in DOWN arm position
l Vertical Clearance: 104.25'' (365 cm)
Folding Gate Arm Clearance

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Gate Arm Characteristics
Model Number Gate Arm Length (ft) Dimensions (inches) Weight (lb) Up Speed (s) Down Speed (s)
AL12 12 3.1 x .75 8.4 2.4 2.4
AL35/AL40 11 (folding) 3.1 x .75 7 2.4 2.4
Note: The AMI- 1200 gate is designed for the length and
weight of the AL12, AL35 and AL40 gate arm assemblies
made by Amano McGann, Inc. Gate arms heavier than 8.4
lbs and longer than 12 feet should not be used with the
AMI-1200 gate.
Vehicle Loop Detectors

Standard: EOE-12250 Dual Vehicle Loop Detector
Optional: EOE-122510 Single Vehicle Loop Detector (for use with EOE-
122520). Required for Two-Way Mode.
l Inductance Range: 20 to 1500µH

l Dimensions: 3.74'' (95 mm) Length x 2.36'' (60 mm) Width x 0.86'' (22 mm) Depth
l Indicators:
l EOE-122520: two (2) green and one (1) red LEDs (dual)
l EOE-122510: one (1) green and one (1) red LED (single)
l Tuning: Red indicator for power, Green indicator for loops. Fully automatic.
l Response Times:
l Time from loop detect to event output: 100 milliseconds.
l Time from vehicle undetect to event output: 100 milliseconds.

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Component Layout
Top Plate
AMI-1200 Top Plate Layout

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Gate Control Board
AMI-1200 Gate Control Board

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Pedestal Components
AMI-1200 Pedestal

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Components
Loop Connections
The loop connector on the control board has the following pin-outs.
Gate PCB J12 Pin # Connection

8 N/A
7 N/A
6 Loop 3 (‘D’)
5 Loop 3 (‘D’)
Close loop 4 Loop 2 (‘C’)
wiring 3 Loop 2 (‘C’)
Arming loop 2 Loop 1 (‘A’)
wiring 1 Loop 1 (‘A’)

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DIP Switches
The two banks of eight DIP Switches located at the bottom of the Gate
Control Board are used to set the operation mode and lane control
features for the AMI-1200. The following tables list the settings and
function for each switch. Switch positions are numbered left to right from
1 to 8.
Switch Bank 1 (SW1): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW4
Position Function Settings (Position)

SW1-1 Arm Length Short Arm (UP) / Long Arm (DOWN)
SW1-2 Power Fail Arm Position On (UP) / Off (DOWN)
SW1-3 Reserved
SW1-4 Reserved
SW1-5 Extra Sensory Extra Sensory (UP) / Gentle Touch (DOWN)
SW1-6 Reserved
SW1-7 Multi-Vend Enabled (UP) / Disabled (DOWN)
Field Connect Board Output 8
Reader Arming (UP)
SW1-8 (Only with Field Connect
Loop D Status (DOWN)
Board)
Arm Length (SW1-1): This setting calibrates the gate for the length of the
attached gate arm.

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AMI-1200 l Short Arm (UP): Gate arms less than 9 ft. in length.
l Long Arm (DOWN): Gate arms between 9 ft. and 12 ft. in length.
Power Fail Arm Position (SW1-2): This setting determines the position of
the gate arm when a power failure occurs and the Up/Normal/Down
(UND) Switch is set to NORMAL.
l On (UP): The gate arm will be raised in the UP position after a power failure
allowing vehicles to leave the facility.
l Off (DOWN): The gate arm will be left in the DOWN position after a power failure
preventing vehicles from entering or leaving the facility.
Note: If the UND Switch is set to UP or DOWN, the gate arm

will not move on power recovery.
Extra Sensory (SW1-5): The Extra Sensory feature determines what

happens when the gate arm strikes an object as it is being lowered.
l Extra Sensory (UP): The gate raises the arm to the UP position. The arm will
either remain up, or will lower again after a timeout period has passed, as
specified by the ES Timeout Enable switch (SW2-7).
l Gentle Touch (DOWN): The gate arm stops once it strikes an object and remains
in this position until the obstruction is cleared. When the obstruction is cleared
the gate slowly moves (floats) to the DOWN position.
Multi-Vend (SW1-7): The Multi-Vend feature determines whether the gate

will accept multiple vend requests before the gate arm has closed behind
the current vehicle.
l Enabled (UP): If the gate receives multiple vend requests before the gate arm has
closed, the arm will remain UP until a number of vehicles have crossed Loop C
equal to the number of vend requests. If a backout occurs, the number of stored
vend requests will decrement by one each time the backout timer expires (SW2-
6).
l Disabled (DOWN): The gate will ignore any vend requests until the gate arm has
closed after the current vehicle has left Loop C.
Field Connect Board Output 8 (SW1-8): Output 8 on the Field Connect

Board is controlled by this DIP switch. This setting has no effect for gates
without the Field Connect Board.

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AMI-1200 l Reader Arming (UP): Output 8 on the Field Connect Board sends a signal
indicating arming of an access reader.
l Loop D Status (DOWN): Output 8 on the Field Connect Board sends a signal
indicating the presence of a vehicle on Loop D.

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Switch Bank 2 (SW2): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW5
Position Function Settings (Position)

SW2-1 Mode 1 See Operation Mode Table
SW2-4 Reserved
SW2-5 Backout Mode Enable (UP) / Disable (DOWN)
SW2-6 Backout Timer (Seconds) Ten (UP) / Five (DOWN)
SW2-7 ES Timeout Enable Timeout (UP) / Stay Up (DOWN)
SW2-8 Auto Stop Enable (UP) / Disable (DOWN)
Operation Mode (SW2-1, 2 and 3): The position of these DIP switches
determines the gate's operation mode per the following table. See
Operation Modes for more detail.
Operation Mode SW2-1 SW2-2 SW2-3

RS-485 (no standard lane control) Off Off Off
One-Way Free (with RS-485 COMMS) On Off Off
One-Way Pay (with RS-485 COMMS) Off On Off
Two-Way (with RS-485 COMMS) On On Off
Backout Mode (SW2-5): Backout mode determines how the AMI-1200

responds to a vehicle backout.
l Enabled (UP): When a vehicle backs out of the lane the gate arm will lower after a
timeout period (Backout Timer). The duration of this period is set by the Backout
Timer (SW2-6) setting and starts when a vehicle leaves the A Loop. The timer
continues to run until the vehicle is detected by loops A and C. If the timer expires
without the vehicle crossing the loops the gate arm lowers.
l Disabled (DOWN): The gate leaves the arm in the UP position until a vehicle
crosses the C Loop. If backout function is provided by commands from other lane
equipment then this switch should be in the Disabled position.

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AMI-1200 Backout Timer (SW2-6): Selects a time duration of 5 or 10 seconds that is
used for the Backout and Extra Sensory features.
l Ten (UP): 10 second timeout.

l Five (DOWN): 5 second timeout.
l Backout Timer: The amount of time the gate is left in the UP position after a
vehicle leaves Loop A and does not cross Loop C. See Backout Mode (SW2-5) for
more information.
l Extra Sensory Timer: The amount of time the gate arm is left in the UP position
after an Extra Sensory event occurs. See Extra Sensory (SW2-7) for more
information.
ES Timeout Enable (SW2-7): This setting determines when the gate arm
is lowered after an Extra Sensory event occurs. An Extra Sensory event
occurs when the gate arm strikes an object while lowering, or stops for
any reason while lowering. When the Extra Sensory (SW1-5) switch is set
to Extra Sensory and an extra sensory event occurs, the gate raises the
arm to allow the obstruction or input to clear.
l Enabled (UP): The Backout Timer (SW2-6) setting controls the duration that the
arm remains in the UP position before it lowers.
l Disabled (DOWN): The gate will remain in the UP position until a vehicle crosses
the C Loop.
Auto Stop Mode (SW2-8): This setting determines how the gate responds
to a vehicle crossing the C Loop while it lowers the gate arm.
l Enabled (UP): The arm will stop lowering until the vehicle leaves the C Loop. The
arm will then continue to lower after the vehicle leaves the loop.
l Disabled (DOWN): A vehicle on the closing loop will be ignored and the gate arm
will continue to lower.
Changing the DIP Switch Settings
The DIP Switch settings are read when the AMI-1200 is powered on. To
change the DIP Switch settings:
1. If the AMI-1200 is on, power OFF the device.

2. Change the DIP Switches to the desired settings.
3. Power ON the device to use the new settings and return to normal operation.

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LED Indicators
LED indicators are provided on the Gate Control Board to show the gate's
operation status. The table below lists each LED and its meaning.

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LED Bank (1-8)
LED Gate Status Description

LED 1 Gate UP ON while Up Limit Sensor (ULS) detects the gate arm UP
LED 2 Gate DOWN On while Down Limit Sensor (DLS) detects the gate arm DOWN
LED 3 Loop A ON while Loop A senses vehicle presence
LED 4 Loop C ON while Loop C senses vehicle presence
LED 5 Loop D ON while Loop D senses vehicle presence
LED 6 IO Comms Fast BLINK when Gate RS485 communicating with IO100
LED 7 Forward Count Single PULSE upon vehicle ENTRY
LED 8 Reverse Count Single PULSE upon vehicle EXIT
Status LED
The Status LED on the Control Board displays the operational status of
the AMI-1200. The Status LED can indicate the following:
Gate Status Indication

Normal Operation Blink (1 second on, 1 second off)
No Power Off
Power Up mode Blink (0.25 seconds on, 0.25 seconds off)
If the gate fails to operate in a prescribed manner or the 7-segment Error

Display indicates an error, refer to Maintenance and Troubleshooting for
determining possible causes and solutions.
Battery
The AMI-1200 is equipped with a 12V, 7.0 Amp Hr. battery to raise the
gate in the event of a power failure. The battery is shipped from the
factory disconnected, and should remain so until the gate arm
adjustments have been made. Always keep the battery disconnected and
the power off when installing or servicing the gate.

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AMI-1200 The battery is required for the Power Failure Arm Position feature to move
the gate UP during a power failure, and is not required for normal
operation.
Note: Amano McGann recommends the battery remain

connected even if the Power Failure Arm Position feature is
not used, in order to maintain the battery’s charge.
Battery Bypass Switch (SW6)
In the event of a power failure the connected battery can power the gate
for one cycle of operation. To cycle the gate using the battery backup:
1. Press the bypass button on the Gate Control Board and hold until the status light
begins to blink.
2. Release the bypass button and wait for the rate of blinking to change.
3. Within 20 seconds of releasing the button, switch the Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch
to the desired gate position.
The gate arm rises or lowers to the new position and the gate board powers off.
Note: If no action has been initiated within 20 seconds of

releasing the button, the gate board powers off
automatically.

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Power Failure Recovery
When powered on after a power failure, the gate arm remains in its
current position until the following conditions occur:
l The Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch is moved from UP or DOWN positions to

NORMAL, and a vend or closing loop input occurs.
l The UND switch is moved from Normal to UP or DOWN positions.
l The arm is up and the gate receives an ON then OFF Loop C input.
Note: When powered on the loop detectors re-tune to the

lane conditions and if a vehicle is present the detector
tunes out the vehicle.
Slow Mode
Slow mode is a built-in safety feature that will raise or lower the gate at a
slow speed when the gate arm is not detected by Up and Down Limit
Switches at power-up. It is intended to protect against driving the gate
arm too fast to the physical stop location. Slow mode will last for one UP
cycle to allow the limit switches to detect the gate arm.
If the gate arm is detected by either the Up or Down limit switches at

power up, the gate arm will move at the normal speed on the first cycle.

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Field Connect Board
The AMI-1200 Field Connect Board version gate is designed to support
AMG, MT280-based Access Terminals, and Overture lines of lane
equipment.
Field Connect Board
INPUT 4-OPEN
VEND SIGNAL
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Field Connect Board IO Connections
Input Connections
The Input IO connections on the Field Connect Board are as follows.
IO Modes Signal Signal Type Description

Input sent from the system or a device causes the
One-Way Pay
IN 1 Gate Open Pulse gate to open. Typically used for non-count gate
Two-Way
vends.
Input sent from the system or a lane Entry/Exit
IN 2 All Close Signal Pulse
device causes gate to close.
Input sent from a Transient Device (Ticket
One-Way Pay Dispenser, Lag Reader, Paystation) causes the gate
IN 3 Vend Transient Pulse
Two-Way to open. Typically used for Transient count gate
vends.
Input sent from a Contract Device (Access Reader)
CR One-Way Pay
IN 4 Vend Contract Pulse causes the gate to open. Typically used for Contract
VEND Two-Way
count gate vends.
IN 5 All Extra Sensory For future implementation.
Input sent causes gate to raise as long as the signal
is present. When the signal ends, the gate lowers if
One-Way Pay there is no vehicle on the C Loop, or lowers after the
IN 6 Vend Continuous
Two-Way C Loop is cleared if there is currently a vehicle
present on the C Loop. Typically used for the
UP/AUTO or VEND input.

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Output Connections
The Output IO connections on the Field Connect Board are as follows.
IO Modes Signal Signal Type Description

One-Way Pay Count Pay A count pulse is sent when a vehicle passes
OUT 1 Pulse
Two-Way Contract through the lane as a Contract Pay.
One-Way Pay Count Pay A count pulse is sent when a vehicle passes
OUT 2 Pulse
Two-Way Transient through the lane as a Transient Pay.
One-Way Free Count Free A count pulse is sent when a vehicle passes
OUT 3 Pulse
Two-Way Out through the lane on a Free Out.
Status - Arm
OUT 4 All Continuous Signal sent while gate arm is UP.
UP
Status - Arm
OUT 5 All Continuous Signal sent while gate arm is DOWN.
DOWN
One-Way Pay
OUT 6 Loop A Continuous Signal sent while a vehicle is on the A Loop.
Two-Way
OUT 7 All Loop C Continuous Signal sent while a vehicle is on the C Loop.
DIP Switch selectable.
SW Off: Signal sent while a vehicle is on the D Loop.
Loop D or
One-Way Free SW ON: Signal sent while a vehicle is on the A Loop
OUT 8 Contract Continuous
Two-Way and the gate arm is DOWN. Used for Arming signal
Arming
for a Contract/Access device in the same lane as a
Transient device.

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Field Connect Board LED Indicators
LED indicators on the Field Connect Board indicate the status of each of
the IO connections. The LED turns on when the IO connection is active (in
use). The table below lists each LED and its meaning, depending on
which mode the gate is set to.
LED Status
IN 1 Master Open, Gate Open
IN 2 Master Close
IN 3 Vend Transient
IN 4 Vend Contract
IN 5 IR Extra Sensory (Future)
IN 6 Undefined
OUT 1 Count - Contract Pay
OUT 2 Count - Transient Pay
OUT 3 Count - Free Out
OUT 4 Status - Gate UP
OUT 5 Status - Gate DOWN
OUT 6 Status - A Loop (Arming)
OUT 7 Status - C Loop (Closing)
Status - D Loop / Reader Arming
OUT 8
(DIP Switch selectable: SW1-8)

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Installation
Before You Begin
After you have received the AMI-1200 gate, confirm that all parts are
included. Each AMI-1200 is shipped in a single container, which includes
the AMI-1200 and an envelope containing the cabinet keys. Notify Amano
McGann, Inc if any items are missing.
Check the carton for shipping damage. If anything is damaged, notify the
transportation company and file a claim. The transportation company is
responsible for the shipment after it leaves the factory.
The AMI-1200 must be installed according to the instructions described in

this manual. Failure to install the unit properly may result in voiding the
warranty for repair or replacement of the unit. The installation sequence
for the AMI-1200 is as follows:
1. Site Preparation.
2. Unpacking the Gate.
3. Remove top cover and assembly (See Cover Removal and Installation) only if
changing cabinet orientation (see Rotating the Drive Mechanism).
4. Mount the pedestal (See Installation/Mounting of Pedestal).
5. Connect the field wiring (See Main Power Field Wiring).
6. Re-install top assembly (only if changing cabinet orientation, see Rotating the Drive
Mechanism).
7. Wire the Loops and Loop Detectors (see Loop Detector Installation / Removal).
8. Gate Arm Installation.
9. Configure DIP Switches.
10. Connect battery cable.
11. Test gate arm operation / position (Gate Operation Test / Gate Arm Adjustment).
12. Final lane operation test and tuning.

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Required Tools
You will need the following tools/materials for gate installation:
l 9/16'' closed end wrench or socket.

l 3/4'' closed end wrench or socket.
l 10mm closed end wrench or socket.
l 13mm closed end wrench or socket.
l 5.5mm nut driver (alternately, 7/32'' nut driver).
l Phillips head screwdriver.
l Multi-meter.
l Outdoor adhesive caulk or loop sealant.

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Site Preparation
You must properly prepare the mounting location of your gate before
attempting to mount the gate. For proper operation, you must consider the
following:
Mounting Surface
The gate should be mounted on a level concrete or steel surface with a

curb height of 5'' to 9'' (13 cm to 23 cm). All four corners of the gate
should be flush with the surface and secured so there is no movement of
the cabinet when the arm is in motion.
Important: The gate must be NOT be mounted on asphalt.

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Mounting Location
WARNING! For safety reasons, the gate must be mounted

in such a way that the mechanism and ends of the gate
arm are at least 2 ft. (61 cm) away from any rigid surface
or obstruction, such as walls, floors, columns, pipes, etc.
WARNING! The gate should be located in an automotive

vehicle only lane with clear signage directing pedestrians
away from the lane of traffic and gate.

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Conduit
The following diagram shows the recommended area for running conduit
into the gate. Conduit in this area must not extend over 2'' (5 cm) above
the mounting surface.
WARNING! Conduit in the area outlined above must not

extend over 2'' (5 cm) high from the mounting surface.

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Unpacking the Gate
The AMI-1200 is shipped from the factory attached to a skid. With the
shipping box removed, inspect the tipping sensor located on the gate arm
bracket protector. If the indicator shows that the gate has been tipped,
inspect the gate very closely for damage.
Underneath the shaft protector, the keys will be zip-tied to the gate arm
bracket.
Locate the four bolts securing the unit to the skid. Using a 3/4'' wrench,
loosen and remove the bolts and carefully lift the unit from the skid.

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Cover Removal and Installation
The gate cover protects the drive mechanism. It must be removed prior to
gate installation and for periodic maintenance or adjustments. Follow the
procedures below for proper removal and installation of the gate cover.
Removing the Cover
1. Unlock and remove the pedestal door.

Set the door aside.
2. The cover is now free to tilt upward, since the hood bolts are retained by the door.
3. Lift the side of the cover above the door and push the cover away from the door to
free the hooks from the tabs on the pedestal.
4. Replace the pedestal door.

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Installing the Cover
1. Align the gate shaft cutout on the side of the cover with the gate shaft.
2. Lower the cover onto the pedestal base, gate arm shaft side first.
3. Pull the cover towards the door to catch the cover hooks on the tabs in the pedestal.
4. Lower the front side of the cover down. The cover will become locked down when the
door is replaced. The bolts on the hood catch the tabs on the back of the door.

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Rotating the Drive Mechanism
This procedure should only be performed if the orientation of your gate
cabinet to the rotating gate arm mechanism has to be repositioned to
allow access to the cabinet door.
WARNING! For safety reasons, the pedestal door should not

face the traffic lane or be located under the rotating gate
arm mechanism.
To rotate the drive mechanism:
1. Remove the cover. (See Cover Removal and Installation)

2. Remove the eight (8) M8 hex head screws from the mechanism base plate and set
them aside.
3. Lift the drive mechanism and rotate the entire assembly to the desired position.
The gate arm clamp must be perpendicular to the vehicle lane. When re-seating the
mechanism, be sure not to pinch any wires between the mounting plate and the
cabinet.
4. Replace the eight (8) screws on the base plate and tighten.
5. Move the two (2) hood latch tabs to the side directly opposite the door.
6. On the underside of the cover, take the cover bolts and cover latch hooks off, then
replace them in the desired orientation.
The bolts should be on the door side of the cabinet, and the hook latches on the
opposite side.
7. Lining up the gate shaft cutout in the side of the cover with the gate arm shaft, lower
the cover onto the pedestal base and secure.

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AMI-1200 Make sure the cover is sitting squarely on the pedestal top and not pinching any
wires.
Installation/Mounting of Pedestal
The AMI-1200 should be secured to a concrete surface using 1/2'' self-
anchoring concrete bolts or 1/2'' bolts for a steel surface. 3/8'' self-
anchoring concrete bolts or 3/8'' bolts may be used as an alternative if
1/2'' bolts are not available. The bolt pattern is as follows:
To mount the AMI-1200 perform the following:
1. Make sure the installed field wiring is located so that it will not be pinched when
mounting the AMI-1200 gate.
In order to make proper connections, the field wiring must be at least 5 feet in length
from the mounting surface.
2. Remove the cover. (See Cover Removal and Installation

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AMI-1200 3. Set the Main Power Switch to the OFF position.
4. Place the gate pedestal on the anchor bolts or the bolt holes so that the gate arm is
in the desired position.
Note: The gate pedestal has a plastic skid-plate attached

to the bottom. This protects the paint from getting scraped
off during installation. Take caution when handling the gate
to protect the paint from damage.
5. Level the pedestal. User washers as necessary under the bolts as shown to level the
pedestal.
6. Secure the pedestal to the anchor bolts of platform.
7. Seal the pedestal to the mounting surface to keep out unwanted pests and moisture
with appropriate caulk or sealant.
8. With the pedestal mounted in place, proceed to make electrical and loop connections
as described further in this chapter.
WARNING! Be very careful not to scrape the paint on the

bottom of the cabinet when moving it to the installation
location.

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Main Power Field Wiring
The AMI-1200 is equipped with a main power Field Connect Box. You
must run flexible conduit from the field wiring conduit to the Field
Connect Box as per local and/or national codes.
WARNING! Make sure the power to the field wiring is

turned off at the Main Circuit Breaker panel before making
electrical connections.
1. Verify that the power to the field wiring is turned off at its main circuit breaker panel.
2. Set the Main Power Switch to the OFF position.
3. Remove the cover (see Cover Removal and Installation).
4. Loosen the screws securing the Field Connect Box cover. Set the cover and attached
screws aside.
5. Remove one of the Conduit Knockouts on the bottom of the Field Connect Box.
6. Run the main power and ground cables from the field wiring up through the Conduit
Knockout Hole.
7. Use an NEC standard conduit connector to secure the main power conduit to the
Field Connect Box.
8. Connect the HOT or LINE wire from the field to the BLACK wire in the Field Connect
Box.

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AMI-1200 9. Connect the NEUTRAL wire from the field wiring to the WHITE wire in the Field
Connect Box.
10. Connect the GROUND wire from the field wiring to the GREEN wire inside the Field
Connect Box.
11. Replace the cover plate over the Field Connect Box.
Loop Detector Installation / Removal
Installation

2. Locate the correct slot on the Gate Control Board for the Vehicle Loop Detector type
you are installing.
l Single detectors must be inserted in the top slot.
l Dual detectors can be inserted into either slot.
3. Insert the detector into the slot on the Gate Control Board.
4. Set the Main Power Switch to the ON position.
5. Test the gate for proper operation.
Gate Control Board with Loop Detector

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Removal

2. Carefully pull the detector straight out from the Gate Control Board.
Gate Arm Installation

1. Verify that the Mounting Bracket on the gate is in the UP (vertical) position.
2. Install the four screws, washers and split lock washers (1) through Mounting Bracket
(2) and clamps (4) as shown:
3. Insert the Gate Arm (3) between the two clamps (4).
4. Push the upper clamp (A) downward toward the lower clamp and tighten the two
screws (B) that hold it in place.
5. Tighten the two screws (D) that hold the lower clamp (C) in place.

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Gate Operation Test
After the gate arm is installed, its operation must be fully tested.
1. Verify that the gate arm is properly installed.

2. Locate the Main Power Switch and turn it OFF.
3. Set the Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch to NORMAL.
4. Turn the Main Power Switch to ON.
5. Verify that the gate arm behaves as expected per below Power Up Operation.
6. While the gate is powered ON, toggle the UND switch between UP and DOWN to
verify that the gate motion follows the UND switch.
Power Up Operation
NORMAL: On power-up, if the gate arm is in the UP or DOWN position (on

the Up Limit Switch or Down Limit Switch), the gate arm remains in its
current position and the gate begins normal operation. If the gate is
between the UP and DOWN positions (not on either limit switch), the gate
arm will slowly rise to the UP position and remain up until either a vehicle
is detected on and then leaves Loop C, or the UND switch is set to DOWN.
UP or DOWN: On power-up, the gate arm will not move from its current
position. This is a built-in safety feature that prevents the gate from
moving after a power failure or when the gate has been manually shut
down for maintenance. If the gate is currently UP, a momentary activation
of the C Loop will bring the gate down. Alternatively, toggling the UND
switch to either the UP or DOWN position will cause the gate to move to
the indicated position.

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Gate Arm Adjustment
The UP (vertical) and DOWN (horizontal) travel limits of the AMI-1200 arm
are controlled by the Up Limit Switch (ULS) and Down Limit Switch (DLS),
which are located near the interior end of the gate arm shaft on the top
plate assembly.
During normal operation the gate arm will travel up until it is detected by
the ULS, or down until it is detected by the DLS. These limit switches
consist of Hall effect sensors with adjustable positions. The ULS sensor
can be adjusted to maximum of 5 degrees of over-travel past vertical, and
a minimum of 70 degrees up from horizontal.
Note: Left-hand drive mechanism shown. Right-hand drive

mechanism is reversed.
WARNING! Always make sure that the gate is in manual

mode (The Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch is in UP or
DOWN position) and the battery is disconnected when you
adjust the limit switches. The UND switch must be in the
DOWN position to adjust the ULS and in the UP position to
adjust the DLS. This prevents the gate from moving when
power is turned on and off. Be extremely careful of the
pinch points! Do not have hands or tools on the mechanism
while motor is moving.

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l Small adjustments in the limit switch position may have a large effect on the
position of the arm.

l Be careful not to bump the UND switch when adjusting the limit switches.
l The gate arm must be installed before attempting to adjust the DLS or ULS.
Vertical Gate Arm Adjustment
Important: The following instructions are for adjusting the

vertical travel of the gate arm for a left- hand drive
mechanism. The adjustments for a right- hand drive
mechanism are reversed.
1. Place the Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch in the DOWN position.

The arm will move down and stop when it reaches the Down Limit Switch (DLS).
2. Using a 5.5mm nut driver, loosen the nuts on the front of the Up Limit Switch
(ULS) Hall effect sensor enough to slide the sensor in small increments.
3. Move the ULS sensor right to adjust the arm's vertical limit up, left to adjust the
arm's vertical limit down.
4. After making an adjustment, momentarily move the UND switch to UP to test the
vertical position, then return it to DOWN.
WARNING! Make sure to keep hands and tools away from

moving parts!
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have the gate arm in the desired UP position.
6. Secure the ULS sensor in place. Be careful not to move the sensor while you are
tightening the nuts.
Horizontal Gate Arm Adjustment
Important: The following instructions are for adjusting the

horizontal travel of the gate arm for a left- hand drive
mechanism. The adjustments for a right- hand drive
mechanism are reversed.
1. Place the Up/Normal/Down (UND) switch in the UP position.

The arm will move up and stop when it reaches the Up Limit Switch (ULS).
2. Using a 5.5mm nut driver, loosen the nuts on the front of the Down Limit Switch
(DLS) sensor enough to slide the sensor in small increments.

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AMI-1200 3. Move the DLS sensor up to adjust the arm's horizontal position down, and move the
sensor down to adjust the arm's horizontal position up.
4. After making an adjustment, momentarily move the UND switch to DOWN to test the
horizontal position, then return it to UP.
WARNING! Make sure to keep hands and tools away from

moving parts!
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 until you have the gate arm in the desired DOWN position.
6. Secure the DLS sensor in place. Be careful not to move the sensor while you are
tightening the nuts.

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Lane Control Features
Operation Modes
The AMI-1200 can be set to operate in one of three operation modes: One-
Way Free, One-Way Pay, and Two-Way.
The operation mode of the AMI-1200 is determined by the positions of

SW2-1, SW2-2 and SW2-3 of DIP Switch Bank #2 on the Gate Control
Board. The table below lists the positions of SW2-1, SW2-2 and SW2-3 for
each mode.
Operation Mode SW2-1 SW2-2 SW2-3

RS-485 (no standard lane control) Off Off Off
One-Way Free (with RS-485 COMMS) On Off Off
One-Way Pay (with RS-485 COMMS) Off On Off
Two-Way (with RS-485 COMMS) On On Off
Reserved Off Off On
Reserved On Off On
Reserved Off On On
Reserved On On On

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One-Way Free
One-Way Free mode is a single direction lane with the gate opening signal
initiated by a vehicle loop detector, and requiring no interaction or
payment on the patron's end.
The forward direction of traffic in the lane is as follows:
1. When a vehicle is positioned on Loop A, the gate raises the arm.

2. When the vehicle moves forward, it bridges Loops A and C.
3. When the vehicle continues forward and leaves Loop C, the gate lowers the arm.
Note: In One- Way Free mode, the vehicle must bridge

Loops A and C. To ensure that this occurs, Loops A and C
should be installed 6 ft. from edge to edge.
Lane Diagram
Note: This lane diagram is based on typical 2 ft. x 6 ft.

loops with 5 turns.
One-Way Free Lane Diagram

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The IO connections for the optional Field Connect Board for One-Way Free
mode are as follows. (Only if using the Field Connect Board)
IO Connections Signal One-Way Free Usage

Not Connected
IN 1 J1: 1 & 2 Gate Open
Optional Remote Manual UP
Not Connected
IN 2 J1: 3 & 4 Close Signal
Optional Remote Manual DOWN
IN 3 J1: 5 & 6 Vend Transient Not Connected
IN 4 J2: 1 & 2 Vend Contract Not Connected
IN 5 J2: 3 & 4 (Future) External Extra-Sensory Not Connected
IN 6 J2: 5 & 6 Vend Not Connected
OUT 1 J6: 1 & 2 Count Pay Contract Not Connected
OUT 2 J6: 3 & 4 Count Pay Transient Not Connected
OUT 3 J6: 5 & 6 Count Free Out Optional Free Direction Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 4 J6: 7 & 8 Status: Gate UP Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 5 J7: 1 & 2 Status: Gate DOWN Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 6 J7: 3 & 4 Loop A (Arming) Status Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 7 J7: 5 & 6 Loop C (Closing) Status Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 8 J7: 7 & 8 Loop D Status Not Connected
Loop Detector and Mode Settings
Dual loop detector in bottom socket on Gate Control Board uses Loops A
and C. Loop connections on the Gate Control Board for One-Way Free
mode:
Loop Gate PCB Connections

A J12: 1 & 2
C J12: 3 & 4
The DIP Switch settings for One-Way Free mode are:
SW2-1 SW2-2 SW2-3

On Off Off

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One-Way Pay
One-Way Pay mode is a single direction lane with gate opening initiated
by a Control Device (possibly including an Entry Terminal, Exit Terminal,
POS Terminal, Pay-in-Lane Station and/or Credential Reader).
The forward direction of traffic in the lane is as follows:
1. When a vehicle is positioned on Loop A the gate sends an arming signal to the
access device.
Note: The Arming Loop (Loop A) is not required, but is

highly recommended.
2. The Control Device sends an open signal to the gate.

3. The gate opens in response to the open signal.
4. The vehicle will continue to move in the forward direction and when it leaves Loop C,
the gate lowers the arm.
Typical Lane Diagrams
Note: These lane diagrams are based on typical 2 ft. x 6 ft.

loops with 5 turns.

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One-Way Pay with Universal Reader Lane Diagram
One-Way Pay with OPUS Lane Device Lane Diagram

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One-Way Pay with Overture Lane Device Lane Diagram
One-Way Pay with AMG Lane Device Lane Diagram

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The IO connections for the Field Connect Board for One-Way Pay mode
are as follows. (Only if using the Field Connect Board)
IO Connections Signal One Way Pay Usage

Use for general non-count OPEN
Not Connected
Optional Remove Manual DOWN
IN 3 J1: 5 & 6 Vend Transient OPUS Lane Device OPEN signal
IN 4 J2: 1 & 2 Vend Contract Access Device OPEN signal
OPUS: Not Connected
IN 6 J2: 5 & 6 Vend
AMG/Overture Lane Device: OPEN/CLOSE
OUT 1 J6: 1 & 2 Count Pay Contract Output Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 2 J6: 3 & 4 Count Pay Transient Output Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 3 J6: 5 & 6 Count Free Out Not Connected
OPUS: Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 4 J6: 7 & 8 Status: Gate UP
AMG/Overture: Status for Gate UP
OUT 5 J7: 1 & 2 Status: Gate DOWN
AMG/Overture: Status for Gate DOWN
Arming signal to Pay-In-Lane Device
OUT 6 J7: 3 & 4 Loop A (Arming) Status OPUS: Optional Status to Count Monitor
AMG/Overture: Status for Loop A
OUT 7 J7: 5 & 6 Loop C (Closing) Status
AMG/Overture: Status for Loop C
Not Connected
Loop D Status Or
OUT 8 J7: 7 & 8 DIP Switch Selectable:
Contract Arming (Future)
Optional Arming for Contract (Access) Device

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Loop detector in the bottom socket on Gate PCB uses Loops A and C. The
loop connections on the Gate PCB for One-Way Pay mode are:

A J12: 1 & 2
C J12: 3 & 4
The DIP Switch settings for One-Way Pay mode are:
SW2-1 SW2-2 SW2-3

Off On Off
Typical Wiring Diagrams
One-Way Pay Wiring Diagram with MT-280 with Field Connect Board.

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One-Way Pay Wiring Diagram with IO-100

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One-Way Pay Wiring Diagram with Overture with Field Connect Board

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One-Way Pay Wiring Diagram with AMG with Field Connect Board

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Two-Way
Two-Way mode incorporates both One-Way Pay and One-Way Free
functionality into a single bi-directional lane.
The forward direction of traffic is defined by the One-Way Pay mode, and
the reverse direction is defined by the One-Way Free mode.
Note: Two-Way mode requires the addition of an optional

EOE-122510 Single Loop Vehicle Detector.
Note: In Two-Way mode the vehicle must bridge Loops C

and D. To ensure that this occurs, Loops C and D should be
installed 6 ft. from edge to edge.
Typical Lane Diagrams
Note: These lane diagrams are based on typical 2 ft. x 6 ft.

loops with 5 turns.
Radio receiver RED & BLK
wires to +12vdc and -VDC
on gate built in power
supply. Two grey wires
(non-polarity sensitive)
connect to Input 1 (#1 &#2
screw terminals) for VEND
Open.
It's very important

that surface mount
Free out
loops are situated
Close Open
and spaced out
according to
Two-Way with Universal Reader Lane Diagram diagram. Vehicle
going over loop
needs to be able to
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Two-Way with OPUS Device Lane Diagram

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Two-Way with Overture Device Lane Diagram

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Two-Way with AMG Device Lane Diagram

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The IO connections for the Field Connect Board for Two-Way mode are as
follows. (Only if using the Field Connect Board)
IO Connections Signal Two-Way Usage

Use for general non-count OPEN
Not Connected
Optional Remove Manual DOWN
IN 3 J1: 5 & 6 Vend Transient OPUS Lane Device OPEN signal
IN 4 J2: 1 & 2 Vend Contract Access Device OPEN signal
Not Connected
IN 6 J2: 5 & 6 Vend
Overture Lane Device OPEN/CLOSE
OUT 1 J6: 1 & 2 Count Pay Contract Output Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 2 J6: 3 & 4 Count Pay Transient Output Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 3 J6: 5 & 6 Count Free Out Optional Free Direction Pulse to Count Monitor
OUT 4 J6: 7 & 8 Status: Gate UP Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 5 J7: 1 & 2 Status: Gate DOWN Optional Status to Count Monitor
Arming signal to Pay-In-Lane Device
OUT 6 J7: 3 & 4 Loop A (Arming) Status
Optional Status to Count Monitor
OUT 7 J7: 5 & 6 Loop C (Closing) Status Optional Status to Count Monitor
Optional Status to Count Monitor
Loop D Status Or
OUT 8 J7: 7 & 8 DIP Switch Selectable:
Contract Arming (Future)
Optional Arming for Contract (Access) Device

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Dual detector in bottom socket on Gate PCB uses Loop A and Loop C.
Single detector in top socket on Gate PCB uses Loop D. The loop
connections on the Gate PCB for Two-Way mode are:

A J12: 1 & 2
C J12: 3 & 4
D J12: 5 & 6
The DIP Switch settings for Two-Way mode are:
SW2-1 SW2-2 SW2-3

On On Off

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Typical Wiring Diagrams
Two-Way Wiring Diagram with MT-280 with Field Connect Board

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Two-Way Wiring Diagram with IO-100

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Two-Way Wiring Diagram with Overture with Field Connect Board

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Two-Way Wiring Diagram with AMG with Field Connect Board

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Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
Status LED
If an error occurs, the Error Code is displayed on the 7-segment Error Code
Display in hexadecimal.

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AMI-1200 If the problem is temporary, the gate clears the error itself and resumes
operation. If a fatal error occurs, the gate will halt operation. The table
below lists the Error Codes, possible causes, and actions required to clear
the error.
Error Code Error Action(s)

1 Arm Tamper.
Travel Timer: Took too long to
2 Remove obstructions to gate arm movement and retry.
travel UP or DOWN.
Encoder: Encoder tics not Reset (power cycle) to turn OFF travel timer. Check
3
happening. encoder connections or replace encoder unit.
Check ULS connector plugged correctly and not
interchanged with DLS. Check magnet and magnet
4 Up Limit Sensor (ULS) error.
bracket are connected correctly with proper polarity.
Else replace ULS.
Check DLS connector plugged correctly and not
interchanged with ULS. Check magnet and magnet
5 Down Limit Sensor (DLS) error.
bracket are connected correctly with proper polarity.
Else replace DLS.
6 Up Motor Error (Stall Condition) Remove obstruction to gate arm movement and retry.
7 Encoder Error
Gentle Touch condition occurred
b (Hex for 11) Remove obstruction to gate arm.
(Extra-Sensory if enabled)
Loop C Auto Stop occurred Remove vehicle or ferrous object from Loop C area. If
C (Hex for 12)
during DOWN travel. no object is present, reset the detector.
Extra Sensory was set to Gentle Touch, the Gate Arm
Extra Sensory Gentle Touch met an obstruction while lowering, and the obstruction
F (Hex for 15)
Timeout was not cleared within 3 minutes. Remove obstruction
to gate arm and reset.
Motor
The motor brushes (EZZ-102050) should not need to be replaced over the
life of the gate. If the motor brushes ever do need to be replaced, follow
the procedure below:

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Brush Locations Brush Wear Line
The motor brushes should be replaced when the body of the brush has
worn to the brush wear line.
Caution: Place the brushes back into the same side of the
motor and place them in the same orientation (Up or
Down). If the brushes are not replaced in the same
orientation they wear faster. To avoid confusion, check only
one motor brush at a time.
To replace or inspect the motor brushes:

2. Using a flat-head screwdriver or a penny coin, remove the brush cap on the motor
housing.
3. Pry the brush from the housing.
4. Inspect the brush.
l If the brush is worn insert a new brush.
l If the brush is not worn, re-insert the brush.
5. Re-install and secure the brush cap.

Lubrication
The pillow block bearings on the gate shaft should be lubricated with a
few drops of oil every 100,000 cycles.

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Fuse Replacement
WARNING!
l Make sure the AMI-1200 is disconnected from the power source, the Main
Power Switch is set to OFF, and the Battery is disconnected before attempting
to replace or check the fuse.
l Replace the fuse only with the same type and rating of fuse.
The circuitry of the AMI-1200 is protected by a 10A (slow-blow) fuse in-

line with the battery terminal. To replace the fuse, perform the following:
1. Remove the Cabinet Door.

3. Turn OFF the field wiring to the AMI-1200 at the corresponding main circuit breaker
panel.
4. Disconnect the battery.
5. Locate the fuse holder.
The fuse holder is located in the upper left-hand corner of the cabinet hanging from
the motor mounting plate.
6. Carefully pull the fuse holder apart and remove the existing fuse from the fuse
holder.
7. Insert the new fuse into the fuse holder.
8. Insert the fuse and fuse holder cover into the mating cover and press carefully
together until secure.
9. Reconnect the battery.

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AMI-1200 10. Turn ON the field wiring to the AMI-1200 at the main circuit breaker panel.
12. Re-attach the Cabinet Door.

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Note: Two identical "WARNING" placards are provided per

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Field Connect Board Version 10

Gate Operating Environment 11

Dimensions without Gate Arm 11

Dimensions with Gate Arm AL12 12

Dimensions with Gate Arm AL35/AL40 13

Gate Arm Characteristics 14

Vehicle Loop Detectors 14

Gate Control Board 16

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Switch Bank 1 (SW1): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW4 19

Switch Bank 2 (SW2): Shown on Gate Control Board as SW5 22

Changing the DIP Switch Settings 23

LED Bank (1-8) 25

Battery Bypass Switch (SW6) 26

Power Failure Recovery 27

Field Connect Board 28

Field Connect Board 28

Field Connect Board IO Connections 29

Field Connect Board LED Indicators 31

Before You Begin 32

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Unpacking the Gate 37

Cover Removal and Installation 38

Removing the Cover 38

Installing the Cover 39

Rotating the Drive Mechanism 40

Main Power Field Wiring 43

Loop Detector Installation / Removal 44

Gate Arm Installation 45

Gate Operation Test 46

Gate Arm Adjustment 47

Vertical Gate Arm Adjustment 48

Horizontal Gate Arm Adjustment 48

Lane Control Features 50

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Field Connect Board IO Connections 52

Loop Detector and Mode Settings 52

Typical Lane Diagrams 53

Field Connect Board IO Connections 56

Loop Detector and Mode Settings 57

Typical Wiring Diagrams 57

Typical Lane Diagrams 61

Field Connect Board IO Connections 65

Loop Detector and Mode Settings 66

Typical Wiring Diagrams 67

Maintenance and Troubleshooting 71

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Note: An optional Field Connect Board kit can be purchased

Important: TheAMI- 1210 series gate is for automobile

l Cabinet/door mountable in three (3) different positions.

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l Commands from iParcProfessional sent to the gate via the IO100.

l Broken arm alarm message to iParcProfessional in Pay direction.

l Built-in lane control.

The AMI-1200 supports the following optional components:

l Single Vehicle Loop Detector (EOE-122510).

Field Connect Board Version