1838 Access Plus

1838 Access Plus

ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM

Inside view of DKS 1838 Multi-Door Controller with circuit board exposed.

Small Multi-Tenant Applications

  • PC programmable via the Internet, LAN, modem or direct connection to a PC
  • IP addressable allowing homeowners to program the system directly from their PC – Free download at doorking.com
  • Up to six (6) access control devices (card readers, keypads, RF controls, relay board) can be added to the Access Plus system
  • Ideal where visitor voice communication is not a requirement.
  • 2 year limited factory warranty
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Expandable to 6 Access Points

Control up to 6 entry points with access control devices, 2 auxiliary relays can control other devices or access control equipment (e.g. a gate operator)

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IP Addressable

Program directly from your PC, software available as a free download

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Plug & Play Connection Services

Cellular and VoIP for Voice and Data (remote programming)

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PC Programmable

via the Internet, LAN, modem or direct connection to a PC.

 

Technical diagram showing the enclosure dimensions of the DKS 1838 Controller.

MODEL 1838AP
ENTRY CODES1 50
DEVICE CODES2 100
RELAY 2
AUXILIARY INPUTS3 2
EXPANSION4 6 Max
PC PROGRAMMING5 Yes
TEMPORARY CODES 10
HOLIDAY SCHEDULE Yes

  1. Entry codes are four (4) digits only and are not the same as device codes. Entry codes grant access when entered on the entry system keypad (or secondary keypad) only.
  2. Device codes refer to any five (5) digit RS-485 device used to access an entry point, such as cards, transmitters or PINs (Personal Identification Number). Five (5) digit device codes can also be used on the system keypad.
  3. 1838 AP uses a standard RS-485 data input.
  4. Six (6) additional entry points can be controlled via RS-485 card readers, AVID tag readers, RF receivers or digital keypads.
  5. AP Programming software available for free download at doorking.com/software.

TECHNICAL FEATURES

MECHANICAL

Control two (2) door/gate, expandable to add six (6) more access control devices (card readers, keypads, RF controls, relay board)
100 maximum users, 500 transactions, 100 device codes
Conversion board available which allows use of an existing 26-bit wiegand device

Connection Options1

Cellular powered by AT&T 4G LTE
Internet select DK VoIP or your own VoIP provider
POTS Plain Old Telephone service2
1. Connection options noted will incur additional cost for required hardware and/or service subscriptions.
2. POTS connection is not recommended for programming as modem communications can no longer be guaranteed.

Programming Methods

Program via the Internet, LAN, modem or direct connection to a PC
Other programming methods include system keypad and remotely from a touch tone telephone
Access Plus Account Manager programming software

Electrical

Access codes (cards, keypad, RF) can be time zone restricted
Entry points can be time-zone controlled
IP addressable and allows homeowners to program the system directly from their PC – free software download at doorking.com
Schedule automatic lock (close) and unlock (open) times, lock or unlock an access point – all with the click of your mouse
500 event transaction buffer
100 maximum card codes
Email notification of events of your choice. Internet connection required
Up to 30 holidays can be added to access and hold open time zones

Miscellaneous

Environmental: -10°F to 140°F (-23°C to 62°C)
Device Communication is RS-485
Shipping weight approximately 20 lb (9 kg)

Electrical Requirements

16 VAC, 20 VA System Power
UL Listed Power Transformer provided
Ringer Equivalence 0.0 A
Jack Type: RJ11C or for POTS line connection; RJ-45 for ethernet connection

Complies with UL 294
Enclosure is NEMA 4x rated

ETL listed certification logo for DKS cellular and access productsFCC (US) DUF6VT-12874-OT-T
DOC (CAN) 1736 4528 A

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trademarks of AT&T Intellectual Property and/or AT&T affiliated companies.

120 Glasgow Avenue, Inglewood, California 90301 U.S.A. 
Tel: 310-645-0023   FAX: 310-641-1586
www.doorking.com

© 2025 All Rights Reserved. Product specifications may change without notice. Rev. 8/25

National Apartment Association
Door and Access Systems Manufactures Association International
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