Alarm Lock AL-PRE2 User manual

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Overview
The AL-PRE2 connects to a PC running DL-Windows.
Proximity credentials are enrolled by simply being present-
ed to its applicable target area ("Smart Prox" or "Standard
Prox") on the face of the unit.
The AL-PRE2 requires DL-Windows V5.4.2 or higher.
Refer to DL-Windows Version 5 User's Guide (OI382) for
more information.
Specifications
Input Power:.....................Supplied by the PC or laptop
using the USB A to B cable
(supplied)
Operating Temperature...-10 - 60ºC (14 - 140ºF)
Dimensions (H x W x D)......5.5" x 3.5" x 1.25" (14 x 8.9 x
3.2cm)
Getting Started
Driver Installation
Upon connecting the AL-PRE2 to your PC using the sup-
plied USB A to B cable, in most cases the driver will be
automatically located and installed if your PC is connected
to the Internet. If your PC is not connected to the Internet
or if Plug and Play is disabled, proceed as follows.
1. Insert the "AL-PRE2 Drivers" CD into the CD drive of
your PC.
2. The CD should AutoRun; if not, explore the files on the
CD. Open the folder named "CP210x_Windows".
 For 32-bit operating systems, run the file
"CP210xVCPInstaller_x86.exe" by double-
clicking it.
 For 64-bit operating systems, run the file
"CP210xVCPInstaller_x64.exe".
3. In the window that appears, click Next, click the radio
button to accept the License Agreement and click Next
again. The appropriate drivers for your operating sys-
tem will install.
4. When the message indicates that the drivers are suc-
cessfully installed on your PC, click Finish to exit
(remove the CD from the drive).
Alternatively, the AL-PRE2 drivers can be installed di-
rectly from a DL-Windows 5 CD (V5.4.2 or higher) by man-
ually exploring the DL-Windows 5.2 installation CD. Use
Windows Explorer to open the USB Driver folder, select
either the 32-bit or 64-bit folder, then run the Setup.exe
file to install the correct driver for your PC or laptop.
COM Port Setup (Required)
After the drivers have been successfully installed but be-
fore enrolling proximity credentials, you must pass a "loop-
back test" (communication to and from the AL-PRE2 is
verified through a valid USB COM port). The following
Loopback Test assumes you have already completed the
AL-PCI driver installation procedure.
1. Connect AL-PRE2 to your PC or laptop using your
supplied USB A to B cable.
2. In the DL-Windows "Main Screen", click Tools > COM
Port Setup and Test. The Loopback Test dialog
opens listing all communication ports detected.
3. Click Test to initiate communication port Loopback Test.
All detected communication ports will be tested.
4. Select the "COM port" that "passed" the Loopback test
(see the image below). Click Set and the dialog box will
close. Your AL-PRE2 will now be ready to enroll
proximity credentials.
Adding Proximity Credentials
The following section refers to using the Global Users
screen in DL-Windows. For more information about using
the Global Users screen or information about some of the
terminology below (such as "Facility Code") see OI382.
1. In the Global Users screen, click the desired User or the
empty slot, and click the Add Cards button. The Card
Enrolling dialog opens.
2. Select the proximity credential type from the Card Type
pull-down menu: 125kHz or 13.56MHz or Unknown.
Note: The attributes of an unknown proximity card,
although collected and used by the system, will NOT be
displayed in the Card Data field of the Global Users
screen (the Card Format Name will appear as
"Unknown").
OI393 11/16
Proximity Credential Reader Enroller
AL-PRE2
USER'S GUIDE
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© ALARM LOCK 2016

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4. In the Card Enrolling dialog (shown at left), check the
Enable AL-PRE checkbox (the unit may beep when
this occurs). Note: For "Unknown" card type, this check-
box will be checked (enabled) automatically.
5. Present the proximity credential to the desired AL-PRE2
target area (Smart or Standard). A "Valid Read" mes-
sage will appear at the bottom of the DL-Windows "Main
Screen". The Card Enrolling dialog closes and the Card
Data fields in the Global Users screen will populate
accordingly.
LED and Sounder Indicators
The AL-PRE2 provides visual and audible feedback.
See the table below:
3. Select the proximity credential Card Format Name.
HELPFUL TIP: If the Card Format Name is unidenti-
fied, in theory you can select any Card Format Name and
DL-Windows will display the detected Card Format
Name. This can be very helpful when you possess a
proximity credential but are unsure of its design.
ALARM LOCK SYSTEMS, INC. (ALARM LOCK) warrants its products to be free from manufactur-
ing defects in materials and workmanship for twenty four months following the date of manufacture.
ALARM LOCK will, within said period, at its option, repair or replace any product failing to operate
correctly without charge to the original purchaser or user.
This warranty shall not apply to any equipment, or any part thereof, which has been repaired by
others, improperly installed, improperly used, abused, altered, damaged, subjected to acts of God,
or on which any serial numbers have been altered, defaced or removed. Seller will not be responsi-
ble for any dismantling or reinstallation charges, environmental wear and tear, normal maintenance
expenses, or shipping and freight expenses required to return products to ALARM LOCK. Addi-
tionally, this warranty shall not cover scratches, abrasions or deterioration due to the use of paints,
solvents or other chemicals.
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE
DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. THERE IS NO EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR A WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
ADDITIONALLY, THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILITIES
ON THE PART OF ALARM LOCK.
Any action for breach of warranty, including but not limited to any implied warranty of merchantabil-
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IN NO CASE SHALL ALARM LOCK BE LIABLE TO ANYONE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, EVEN IF THE LOSS OR DAMAGE IS CAUSED BY THE SELLER'S OWN NEGLI-
GENCE OR FAULT.
In case of defect, contact the security professional who installed and maintains your security sys-
tem. In order to exercise the warranty, the product must be returned by the security professional,
shipping costs prepaid and insured to ALARM LOCK. After repair or replacement, ALARM LOCK
assumes the cost of returning products under warranty. ALARM LOCK shall have no obligation
under this warranty, or otherwise, if the product has been repaired by others, improperly installed,
improperly used, abused, altered, damaged, subjected to accident, nuisance, flood, fire or acts of
God, or on which any serial numbers have been altered, defaced or removed. ALARM LOCK will
not be responsible for any dismantling, reassembly or reinstallation charges, environmental wear
and tear, normal maintenance expenses, or shipping and freight expenses required to return
products to ALARM LOCK. Additionally, this warranty shall not cover scratches, abrasions or
deterioration due to the use of paints, solvents or other chemicals.
This warranty contains the entire warranty. It is the sole warranty and any prior agreements or
representations, whether oral or written, are either merged herein or are expressly cancelled.
ALARM LOCK neither assumes, nor authorizes any other person purporting to act on its behalf to
modify, to change, or to assume for it, any other warranty or liability concerning its products.
In no event shall ALARM LOCK be liable for an amount in excess of ALARM LOCK's original
selling price of the product, for any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, incidental, consequen-
tial, or otherwise arising out of any failure of the product. Seller's warranty, as hereinabove set
forth, shall not be enlarged, diminished or affected by and no obligation or liability shall arise or
grow out of Seller's rendering of technical advice or service in connection with Buyer's order of the
goods furnished hereunder.
ALARM LOCK RECOMMENDS THAT THE ENTIRE SYSTEM BE COMPLETELY TESTED
WEEKLY.
Warning: Despite frequent testing, and due to, but not limited to, any or all of the following; crimi-
nal tampering, electrical or communications disruption, it is possible for the system to fail to per-
form as expected. ALARM LOCK does not represent that the product/system may not be compro-
mised or circumvented; or that the product or system will prevent any personal injury or property
loss by burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise; nor that the product or system will in all cases provide
adequate warning or protection. A properly installed and maintained alarm may only reduce risk of
burglary, robbery, fire or otherwise but it is not insurance or a guarantee that these events will not
occur. CONSEQUENTLY, SELLER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY PERSONAL INJURY,
PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR OTHER LOSS BASED ON A CLAIM THE PRODUCT FAILED TO
GIVE WARNING. Therefore, the installer should in turn advise the consumer to take any and all
precautions for his or her safety including, but not limited to, fleeing the premises and calling police
or fire department, in order to mitigate the possibilities of harm and/or damage.
ALARM LOCK is not an insurer of either the property or safety of the user's family or employees,
and limits its liability for any loss or damage including incidental or consequential damages to
ALARM LOCK's original selling price of the product regardless of the cause of such loss or dam-
age.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or differentiate in their treatment of
limitations of liability for ordinary or gross negligence, so the above limitations or exclusions may
not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
ALARM LOCK LIMITED WARRANTY
ACTION LED SOUNDER COMMENTS
Power Up Sequence Red steady, blue (left / right) alternating 3 beeps followed by 7 quick beeps
Normal Operation / Standby Red steady -- LED on with power applied
Valid "Smart" Read Two blue flashes (left) 2 beeps ("Smart" = 13.56MHz Credentials)
Valid "Standard" Read One blue flash (right) 1 beep ("Standard" = 125kHz Credentials)
Invalid Read Blue (left / right) alternating 7 beeps Example: Partial data read