Expand relay and input capabilities while moving critical door-control connections to a protected interior location with the Aiphone IXW-MAA Multi-Purpose I/O Adaptor.

Designed for Aiphone IX and IXG Series IP intercom systems, the IXW-MAA provides 10 programmable Form C dry-contact relay outputs and 4 contact inputs through a single PoE-powered network device.

The relay outputs can be associated with compatible IX / IXG stations and programmed to change state when the corresponding station relay activates. This makes the IXW-MAA especially useful for relocating electric-lock, gate, signaling, and access-control connections away from exposed exterior door stations and into a secure equipment room.

Key Features

• Genuine Aiphone IXW-MAA

• Current IX | IXG Series

• Multi-purpose network I/O adaptor

• 10 Form C relay outputs

• 4 programmable contact inputs

• Relay rating of 24V AC/DC, 500mA each

• Relays can mirror associated IX / IXG station outputs

• Allows door-release relay wiring to remain inside the secured facility

• Useful for electric strikes

• Useful for magnetic-lock control relays

• Useful for gate interfaces

• Useful for external signaling

• PoE powered

• IEEE 802.3af Class 0

• Maximum power draw 4.48W

• 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX Ethernet

• IEEE 802.1X network-port security

• Programmable through IX / IXG system tools

• Supported by AiphoneCloud Remote Management configurations

• Direct wall mounting

• DIN rail mounting

• TAA compliant

• Indoor equipment-room installation

• Compact controller enclosure

Product Specifications

Manufacturer: Aiphone
Model: IXW-MAA
Series: IX | IXG Series
Product Type: Multi-Purpose I/O / Relay Adaptor
Relay Outputs: 10
Relay Type: Form C Dry Contact
Relay Connections: N/O, COM, N/C
Relay Rating: 24V AC/DC, 500mA
Contact Inputs: 4
Power Source: IEEE 802.3af Class 0 PoE
Maximum Power Draw: 4.48W
Network Interface: Ethernet 10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX
Network Connection: RJ45
Network Protocols: IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP and applicable IX / IXG network services
Port Security: IEEE 802.1X
Programming: IX Support Tool / IXG Support Tool / Supported Remote Management
Mounting: Wall or DIN Rail
DIN Rail Size: Approximately 170mm
Operating Temperature: 14°F to 122°F (-10°C to 50°C)
Height: 4-1/4"
Width: 8-1/4"
Depth: 2-3/8"
Metric Dimensions: 108.5 × 210 × 61 mm
TAA Compliant: Yes

Multi-Purpose Relay Adaptor

The IXW-MAA adds a centralized bank of relay outputs and contact inputs to an IX / IXG network.

Instead of depending solely on the physical relay located at an entrance station, the installer can locate the IXW-MAA in a secure area such as:

• Security room

• Access-control room

• Electrical room

• Telecommunications closet

• Low-voltage enclosure

• Server / network room

This can significantly improve the physical security of door-release wiring.

10 Form C Relay Outputs

The IXW-MAA provides:

10 Form C Dry-Contact Relay Outputs

Each relay provides:

• Normally Open

• Common

• Normally Closed

Each relay is rated:

24V AC/DC, 500mA

The outputs can interface with compatible low-voltage equipment or external control relays.

Secure Door-Release Relay Location

One of the primary applications for the IXW-MAA is relocating the door-release relay away from the exterior entrance.

Without a remote relay adaptor, door-release contacts may be physically located at the door station.

With the IXW-MAA, the associated relay can instead be located:

Inside the secured side of the building

This can make it more difficult for someone to gain access by removing or tampering with the exterior intercom station.

Relay Association

IXW-MAA outputs can be associated with specific compatible IX / IXG stations.

When the programmed relay on the associated station changes state, the corresponding IXW-MAA relay can also change state.

This is useful for functions such as:

• Door release

• Gate control

• External signaling

• Auxiliary relay activation

• Access-control interfaces

Multiple Relays per Station

A compatible station can be associated with more than one IXW-MAA relay when required.

When multiple IXW-MAA relays are assigned to the same source station event, those assigned outputs can operate together.

This can be useful when one door-release command must control multiple interfaces.

Door Release Applications

The IXW-MAA is particularly useful for controlling compatible locking equipment.

Applications may include:

• Electric strikes

• Magnetic locks through appropriate relay/power arrangements

• Electrified exit-device interfaces

• Gate operators

• Access-control relays

• Door-control interfaces

The IXW-MAA relay itself is limited to:

24V AC/DC, 500mA

Higher-current equipment must be controlled through a properly rated external relay.

Four Contact Inputs

The IXW-MAA also provides:

4 Contact Inputs

These inputs can be programmed for supported IX / IXG functions.

Depending on system design, external contacts can be used to initiate programmed actions through the intercom system.

Possible input devices may include:

• Push buttons

• Alarm contacts

• Door contacts

• Access-control outputs

• Security-system outputs

• Other dry-contact devices

Actual function depends on IX / IXG system programming.

Access-Control Integration

The IXW-MAA can simplify integration between the Aiphone intercom system and third-party access-control equipment.

For example:

1. Visitor calls from an entrance station

2. Security answers the intercom call

3. Security activates door release

4. The associated IXW-MAA relay changes state

5. The IXW-MAA provides the control signal to the access-control or lock circuit

This allows the physical relay interface to remain near the access-control panel.

Electric Strike Control

For a compatible low-current electric strike or external lock relay, a Form C output can provide:

• Normally Open operation

• Normally Closed operation

depending on the lock-control design.

Always verify the connected equipment remains within the IXW-MAA's:

24V AC/DC, 500mA

rating.

Magnetic Lock Applications

Magnetic locks generally require fail-safe power-control arrangements and may draw more current than the IXW-MAA contact rating permits.

For these applications, use the IXW-MAA to control:

• External lock relay

• Access-control panel input

• Listed power-supply trigger

rather than switching a high-current magnetic lock directly when the load exceeds the relay rating.

Life-safety and egress requirements must always be maintained.

Gate Control

A relay can also be used as a dry-contact input to compatible:

• Gate operators

• Parking gates

• Vehicle-access controllers

• Barrier-arm systems

The IXW-MAA can therefore allow an Aiphone answering station to remotely activate an entrance gate through the IX / IXG system.

External Signaling

Relay outputs can also be used for compatible signaling functions such as:

• External buzzer

• Indicator light

• Building-management input

• Security-system input

• Auxiliary annunciation

An external power source may be required for the signaling device.

PoE Power

The IXW-MAA operates from:

IEEE 802.3af Class 0 PoE

Maximum power consumption:

4.48 Watts

This allows both network communication and operating power to use a single Ethernet connection.

A compatible PoE network switch or injector is required.

Ethernet Network Connection

Network interface:

10BASE-T / 100BASE-TX Ethernet

The IXW-MAA operates as an IP device on the IX / IXG network.

Use:

• CAT-5e

• CAT-6

network cabling according to the project network requirements.

Standard Ethernet Distance

The normal Ethernet maximum between the IXW-MAA and the network switch or other Ethernet node is:

330 ft / 100 m

Longer distances require suitable network-extension equipment or additional Ethernet infrastructure.

IEEE 802.1X

The IXW-MAA supports:

IEEE 802.1X Port Security

This allows compatible managed networks to authenticate the adaptor before granting network access.

This is particularly useful for:

• Corporate networks

• Government facilities

• Healthcare facilities

• Schools

• Universities

• Higher-security facilities

IX Support Tool Programming

The IXW-MAA can be programmed using the applicable:

IX Support Tool

Programming can associate relay outputs with IX Series devices and configure supported input/output behavior.

System configuration should be backed up after programming.

IXG Support Tool

The IXW-MAA is also supported in appropriate:

IXG Series

installations.

This allows the adaptor to provide remote relay functionality for supported IXG entrance and system equipment.

AiphoneCloud Remote Management

Current Aiphone Remote Management workflows also support IXW-MAA configuration.

Within Remote Management, the IXW-MAA appears as an:

I/O Adaptor

Compatible door or entrance stations can be assigned to its relay outputs, allowing the relay relationships to be managed as part of the site's system configuration.

Wall Mounting

The IXW-MAA can mount directly to a wall using the mounting points built into the enclosure.

This is useful when installing the adaptor inside:

• Access-control rooms

• Electrical rooms

• Telecom closets

• Low-voltage backboards

DIN Rail Mounting

The IXW-MAA can also mount to a:

170mm DIN Rail

This provides an organized installation alongside other low-voltage controllers and access-control equipment.

Approximate DIN rail dimensions:

35 mm W × 169.9 mm L

Indoor Installation

The IXW-MAA is intended for protected indoor controller locations.

Operating temperature:

14°F to 122°F

or:

-10°C to 50°C

Do not install the IXW-MAA outdoors or in areas directly exposed to rain or moisture unless it is installed within an appropriate listed enclosure.

Compact Controller Size

The IXW-MAA measures:

4-1/4" H × 8-1/4" W × 2-3/8" D

Its compact size allows installation near:

• Access-control panels

• Door-power supplies

• Network equipment

• Security controllers

IXW-MAA vs. Door-Station Relay

Door-Station Relay

The relay is physically located at the entrance station.

Advantages:

• Simple wiring

• Fewer system components

Consideration:

• Lock-control conductors may be accessible at the exterior station

IXW-MAA

Places the relay:

Inside the secured building

Advantages:

• Increased physical security

• Centralized lock-control wiring

• Multiple relay outputs in one device

• Easier integration with access-control panels

The IXW-MAA is generally preferred where secure relay placement is important.

IXW-MAA vs. IXW-MA

The IXW-MAA is the current-generation multi-purpose relay adaptor.

The older:

IXW-MA

is a legacy predecessor.

IXW-MAA

• Current model

• 10 Form C relays

• 4 contact inputs

• DIN rail or wall mounting

• Current IX / IXG support

• TAA compliant

IXW-MA

• Legacy model

• Earlier hardware / firmware architecture

• Mixed Form C / Form A relay configuration depending on version

• Replaced by IXW-MAA for current systems

For new installations, specify the IXW-MAA.

IXW-MAA-SOFT Packages

Aiphone also offers versions that combine the IXW-MAA with IX-SOFT PC Answering Station licenses.

Available packages include:

IXW-MAA-SOFT

Includes:

1 IX-SOFT License

IXW-MAA-SOFT-5

Includes:

5 IX-SOFT Licenses

IXW-MAA-SOFT-10

Includes:

10 IX-SOFT Licenses

These packages provide the same relay-adaptor functionality while also supplying software answering-station licenses.

TAA Compliant

Aiphone identifies the IXW-MAA as:

TAA Compliant

This makes it suitable for applicable government, institutional, and federally funded projects requiring Trade Agreements Act compliant equipment.

Compatible Systems

The IXW-MAA is designed for compatible:

• Aiphone IX Series

• Aiphone IXG Series

It can work with supported equipment including:

• Video door stations

• Audio door stations

• Entrance stations

• Emergency stations

• Answering stations

• Guard stations

• Other compatible network devices

Relay-association capability depends on the connected station and system programming.

Compatible Door Stations

Examples of compatible IX Series equipment include:

• IX-DV – Surface-Mount IP Video Door Station

• IX-DVF – Flush-Mount IP Video Door Station

• IX-DVM – Mullion-Mount IP Video Door Station

• IX-EA – Compact IP Video Door Station

• Other compatible IX / IXG entrance equipment

Ideal Applications

• Secure door-release systems

• Commercial offices

• Corporate campuses

• Schools and universities

• Healthcare facilities

• Government facilities

• Industrial facilities

• Parking facilities

• Security rooms

• Access-control rooms

• Electric-strike control

• Magnetic-lock interface

• Gate-control applications

• Remote signaling

• IX Series systems

• IXG Series systems

Important Ordering Information

This listing is for the:

Aiphone IXW-MAA Multi-Purpose I/O Adaptor

Network / Power Requirement

Requires:

• CAT-5e or CAT-6 Ethernet network

• IEEE 802.3af PoE network switch or injector

Relay Rating

Each relay is limited to:

24V AC/DC, 500mA

Use an appropriately rated external relay for loads exceeding this rating.

Programming

System programming is required to associate the IXW-MAA outputs and inputs with the appropriate IX / IXG devices.

Locking Hardware

Electric strikes, magnetic locks, access-control equipment, external relays, and lock power supplies are sold separately.