ENGAGE™ GWE Gateway with

RS-485 communication
The AC-SCH-NDE-GWY is designed to be used with devices that feature ENGAGE technology from Allegion™, including
Schlage® NDE Series, LE Series and Schlage Control™ Smart locks, to deliver real-time networked connectivity with the Access
Control Manager (ACM) system from Avigilon. Each AC-SCH-NDE-GWY can support up to 10 wireless devices for a wide range
of applications, including resident units, office and suite entries, conference rooms, sensitive storage areas and more.

ENGAGE technology was designed from the ground up KEY FEATURES

with security in mind. It leverages industry-leading security
practices, including AES 256 bit and TLS encryption to
provide customers with a secure, dependable experience.
There is regular, frequent communication between the
AC-SCH-NDE-GWY and linked ENGAGE enabled devices.
This allows the Gateway to send commands such as lock,
unlock and lock down from the ACM™ system in real-
time (commands are executed in less than five seconds).
All while enabling up to a two-year battery life in linked
wireless devices.
Enable real-time communication with the Access Control Manager™
system to monitor and control NDE series wireless locks
Small form factor, versatile design fits almost anywhere
Includes an external recessed power connection, antenna and RS-485
connectivity
Supports advanced encryption standard AES-256 that enables the
most secure data transmission between the ENGAGE Gateway and NDE
series wireless lock
Each ENGAGE Gateway is capable of managing up to 10 NDE wireless
locks for a wide range of applications

The ENGAGE gateway (AC-SCH-NDE-GWY) provides
the ability to leverage the existing RS-485 infrastructure
for maximum efficiency. When combined with the ACM
system, the access system can cost-effectively scale
to meet the needs of businesses and ever changing
environments without operational disruption. The ENGAGE
Gateway can also be powered from the Mercury controller
or from the 12VDC supply (included).
Optional 12 VDC external power supply to achieve UL294 Listing
BENEFITS
NDE locks can be added to existing interior doors without any additional
customization
Easily and securely commissions in seconds with the ENGAGE mobile
app — no proprietary handheld device required

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Additional Features
FEATURES Real-time communication Regular, frequent communication between the Gateway and linked ENGAGE enabled devices allow the Gateway to send
commands such as lock, unlock and lock down from the ACM system in real-time (commands are executed in under five seconds).
All while enabling up to a two-year life in linked wireless devices.

Secure encrypted transmissions All communications between the Gateway, the ENGAGE mobile app and ENGAGE enabled devices are encrypted with an AES-256
bit key to provide virtually uncompromisable security.
Visual indications Power up
Factory default state
Normal operation
Linking status
Diagnostics
Device status (available through the Card data
ACM system) Door position
Loss of communication
Request-to-exit
Low battery
Lock/unlock status
Interior push button
Bezel Tamper
Bluetooth Tamper
Magnetic Tamper
Configurable items from Gateway Relock parameters
(through the ENGAGE mobile app) Card data format conversion
Extended unlock
Fail safe/fail secure/fail as-is
Door held pre-alarm
Cache memory parameters
Reader configuration
Keypad configuration
Inside pushbutton configuration
User interface configuration

Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS Communication protocol (Gateway 2.4 GHz Bluetooth version 4.0 (spread spectrum, dynamic channel switching, 40 channels)
to Lock)
Transmission/encryption (Gateway AES-256 bit key
to Lock)
Credential verification time < 1 second
Communication range Up to 100 ft
Visual communications LED status indicators
System interface • Ethernet to IP host
• RS-485 to ACP
Transmission/encryption (Gateway • TLS version 1.2 or greater (to IP host)
to IP host) • Optional AES-128 bit key (to ACP)
Gateway Discovery Methods (by Zero-configuration (zeroconf), Static IP, or DHCP with hostname option
partner IP host)
Power supply PoE (12.95W compliant to IEEE 802.3af/at), 12-24 VDC (terminal or barrel connector)
Operating current • PoE: 60 mA
• 12 VDC: 330 mA
• 24 VDC: 100 mA
Operating temperature 32° to 120°F (0° to 49°C)
Operating humidity 0% to 100% non-condensing
Dimensions (H x W x D) 5.1" x 6.0" x 1.2"
(13.0 cm x 15.3 cm x 3.04 cm)
Weight 8.6 oz (.24 kg)
Cable specifications • DC terminal input: 18AWG, 2 conductor (Belden 8760 or equivalent) up to 1000 ft (305 m)
• Gateway to ACP: 24AWG, 2 or 4 conductor shielded (Belden 9842, 9841 or equivalent) up to 4000 ft (1219 m)
• Gateway to router: CAT3, CAT5/5E or CAT6 up to 328 ft (100 m)
Data rate • Gateway to Lock: up to 1 Mbps (Bluetooth)
• Gateway to ACM: 9.6 kbps (RS-485)
Certifications UL294, FCC Part 15, Industry Canada (IC), RoHS

Ordering Information
PART NUMBER/ AC-SCH-NDE-GWY GWE – ENGAGE Gateway with RS-485 & IP (PoE) connectivity. Supports up to 10 ENGAGE enabled devices with Mercury Security
DESCRIPTION 1DR and 64DR (AC-MER-CONT-1DR and AC-MER-CONT-64DR sold separately) access control panels.

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