UniFi Access G3 Reader Installation Guide

Included Components and Tools

Components:

• Mounting Bracket (a)
• UniFi Access G3 Reader (b)
• Wall Plugs (c)
• Screws (d)
• Small Screws (e) - M2.6
• Alternative Mounting Bracket (m)
• Alternative Screw (l)

Tools Required:

• Pencil
• Drill with Ø4 mm (05/32") bit
• Screwdriver ?
• Hammer ?
• Wire Stripper/Pliers ?

Installation Steps

Step 1: Mark and Drill

Use the mounting bracket (a) as a template to mark the desired location on the wall. Drill holes using a Ø4 mm (05/32") drill bit, ensuring a minimum depth of 45 mm (1.8 inches).

Visual: Diagram showing marking the wall, drilling holes, and preparing for wall plugs.

Step 2: Insert Wall Plugs

Insert the wall plugs (c) into the drilled holes.

Visual: Diagram showing wall plugs (c) being inserted into the wall.

Step 3: Attach Mounting Bracket

Secure the mounting bracket (a) to the wall using screws (d) and wall plugs (c). Ensure it is firmly attached.

Visual: Diagram showing the mounting bracket (a) being screwed to the wall.

Step 4: Connect Cable

Connect the PoE cable to the UniFi Access G3 Reader (a). The diagram indicates correct (POE) and incorrect (X) connection methods.

Visual: Diagram showing the PoE cable connection to the reader (a), with correct and incorrect examples.

Step 5: Mount Reader

Slide the UniFi Access G3 Reader (a) onto the mounted bracket (a) until it clicks into place.

Visual: Diagram showing the reader (a) being attached to the bracket.

Step 6: Final Assembly

The UniFi Access G3 Reader is now mounted and connected.

Visual: Diagram showing the fully installed reader on the wall.

Network Diagram and Application

The system connects to the internet via a UniFi Cloud Gateway and a switching infrastructure, providing PoE++ power to the UniFi Access device.

Visual: Network diagram showing Internet ? → UniFi Cloud Gateway ?️ → Switching ?️ → PoE++ port → UniFi Access device.

Download the UniFi Access application from the [App Store] or [Google Play] to manage your access control system.

Visual: A smartphone displaying 'Access' with app store icons.

Alternative Mounting Method

An alternative mounting method is shown using component 'm' and screw 'l' to attach the reader (a).

Visual: Diagram illustrating the use of component 'm' and screw 'l' with the reader.