ELK - AEKP - Low Profile LCD keypad for E27 Alarm Engine

Product Overview

The ELK-AEKP is a low-profile, addressable LCD keypad for the E27 Alarm Engine, featuring a 32-character backlit display, illuminated keys, and four programmable function buttons for intuitive menu navigation. It supports surface mounting to standard electrical boxes or flush mounting via an optional back box kit. Additionally, it integrates with 26-bit Wiegand proximity readers to enable touchless arming, disarming, and door strike control.

Key Configuration

• • Display: 32-character blue/white backlit hi-contrast LCD
• • Operating voltage: 13.8 VDC; current draw: ~30 mA idle, ~85 mA fully active
• • Connection: 6-pin plug-in flying lead connector (included)
• • Features: 4 programmable function keys, exit/stay/chime/bypass keys, menu navigation/direction keys
• • Dimensions: 4.658"W × 5.5"H × 0.95"D (0.375"D with recess mount)

Key Features

Powered by the E27 RS-485 data bus, this unit integrates a piezo sounder, a supervised zone input, and a programmable switched positive output. It allows for 26-bit Wiegand proximity reader integration and offers versatile installation, mounting to standard electrical boxes or utilizing the ELK-M1BBK2 kit for a flush-mount finish.

Technical Context

Equipped with illuminated blue keys for dark environments, this keypad uses specialized directional keys to simplify menu navigation. It integrates with 26-bit Wiegand readers to manage access via cards or fobs, and the package comes fully stocked with color-coded labels, a wiring harness, B-connectors, and all necessary hardware for a complete installation.

Installation Notes

Measuring approximately 4.7" by 5.5" with a slim 1" profile, this white unit mounts to standard electrical boxes using the provided hardware. It features a 6-pin flying lead for quick data bus connection and can be recessed to a depth of 0.375" using the optional ELK-M1BBK2 flush-mount kit.