6Configuring the LockGeneral Procedure for Pushbutton Programming1. The pages that follow provide step-by-step instructions forprogramming the E-Plex 5000 lock.2. The general procedure for all programming functions is as follows:a. Put the lock in Programming Mode by pressing # MasterCode #b. Use the Summary of Commands Table in the appendix sectionof this guide to enter the three digit command sequence(Command Type + Function Code), followed by #.c. Enter the appropriate numbers as required.d. Press # to end Programming Mode.e. Once the lock is in programming mode, multiple commandsequences can be entered without having to repeat the#mastercode#. However, if there is no activity for 15seconds at the keypad, the lock will automatically exitfrom programming mode.For example• If the Master or Manager enters his code of 00004992, thedoor will open.• If he enters #00004992#, the lock will enter into theProgramming Mode and wait for the next part of the command.• If he enters the # sign twice at the end of the code, forexample #00004992##, the lock will go out of ProgrammingMode and return to its normal mode.Note: The # pound sign acts like the Enter key on a keyboard in yourcommunications with the lock. The # tells the lock that one part of theentry is finished. The # serves another purpose - to distinguish aprogramming type command from a simple Access Code to open thedoor. A Master or Manager User can use the same number to open thedoor or to put the lock in Programming Mode, the only difference beingthat he uses the # sign in front to signal that he is about to enter aprogramming command. For increased security, it is recommended thatthe master user code not be used for everyday access. This can beaccomplished by creating an access user code for the master user.