Installation Guide for Security Brands Ascent X1 Cellular Entry System

Important Information

Safety Warning: Automatic gates can cause serious injury or death. Always ensure the gate path is clear before operating. Reversing or other safety devices should always be used.

Activation: The Ascent unit will not work until the activation process is complete. Refer to the included Activation Guide to activate the unit.

Cellular Connection: This is a cellular accessory. An uninterrupted cellular connection cannot be guaranteed. An emergency egress or primary entry mechanism (such as a transmitter, fire box, or mechanical release) should always be used.

Unpacking and Mounting

Ensure all items are present: Ascent Unit, 12-V AC/DC Adapter (PS-12DC1), Key, 4x Carriage Bolts, 4x Hex Nuts, and Screwdriver.

Mounting Instructions:

• Unlock and open the unit faceplate.
• We recommend mounting the unit on a gooseneck pedestal using the included mounting hardware.
• Use all four carriage bolts when mounting the unit to a pedestal.
• If using alternate mounting, the 4G LTE Antenna Extension Kit (Model 16-ANTX-1) must be purchased and installed to avoid signal loss.
• Seal all openings created in the enclosure to prevent damage.

Wiring Connections

Power Source:

• Verify your power source is compatible: 12-24 VAC/DC (no more than 10% beyond this range).
• Current draw: less than 190 mA @ 12 VDC or less than 160 mA @ 24 VDC.
• Connect wires to the Power Terminals. Ensure positive is connected to positive and negative to negative.
• We recommend using 18-gauge stranded wire for all connections.

Relay and Wiegand Connections:

• Relay Terminals: Used for wiring to gate operators or door openers. Consult your gate/door opener manual for exact connections.
• Wiegand Terminals: Used for connecting Wiegand devices such as card readers or keypads. Disconnect power to the Ascent unit before connecting Wiegand devices.
• Ascent terminals can be unplugged to make wire connections easier.

Setup and Testing

• Before proceeding, double-check all wiring and ensure the unit has power.
• Key in the temporary code 2012 on the keypad to confirm the gate opens.
• If the gate opens, close and secure the unit faceplate.
• Adding and deleting codes is managed through Summit Control, not the keypad.
• Follow the Activation Guide to create an account and begin using the Ascent system.