Assa Abloy Aperio AH15 User manual

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Document No: ST-001323-C, Issue date: 21 February 2014

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 3
Purpose.................................................................................................................................................................................3
Scope.....................................................................................................................................................................................3
Applicable Products.........................................................................................................................................................3
Product availability...........................................................................................................................................................3
Aperio support in the EAC system ..............................................................................................................................3
References...........................................................................................................................................................................3
2 System Overview ................................................................................................................................... 4
The Aperio system ............................................................................................................................................................4
The Aperio Programming Application ......................................................................................................................4
Regulatory and security information.........................................................................................................................4
Communication hub versions and EAC interface..................................................................................................4
3 Planning the Installation ...................................................................................................................... 5
Evaluating radio interference .......................................................................................................................................6
4 Mechanical Installation ........................................................................................................................ 7
Mechanical installation AH15 ......................................................................................................................................7
Installation examples for AH15 communication hub with E-cylinder locks ...............................................9
Installation examples for AH15 communication hub with other type of locks...................................... 14
Mechanical installation AH20/30/40...................................................................................................................... 17
Installation examples for AH20/30/40 communication hub......................................................................... 19
5 Configuration and Connection of Cables ....................................................................................25
AH15 (RS-485)................................................................................................................................................................ 25
AH15 (Wiegand) ............................................................................................................................................................ 28
AH20 (Wiegand) ............................................................................................................................................................ 32
AH30 (RS-485)................................................................................................................................................................ 37
AH40 (Ethernet)............................................................................................................................................................. 41
6 Appendix..................................................................................................................................................42
Selecting the correct EAC address (AH15/AH30) .............................................................................................. 42
Installation examples.................................................................................................................................................... 44
Upgrading existing installations............................................................................................................................... 45
7 LED Indications......................................................................................................................................46
Communication Hub LED indications.................................................................................................................... 46
AH40 Ethernet LED indication................................................................................................................................... 46
Lock LED indications ..................................................................................................................................................... 47

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Aperio®Online 1 Introduction
Purpose
The main purpose of this manual is to provide
necessary information to plan and perform the
mechanical installation of Aperio communication
hubs. Intended reader is installation personnel,
project managers and people with similar
responsibilities.
Scope
This manual covers information and instructions
for a complete mechanical installation of Aperio
online products.
After completing the mechanical installation of
the Aperio communication hubs, refer to
ST-001322-Aperio Online Quick Installation Guide
and ST-001321-Aperio Online Programming
Application Manual software for setup of Aperio
products for final use with an EAC.
Applicable Products
This manual can be used for all versions of
communication hubs
Product availability
The products included in this manual may not be
available on all markets. Please check your local
ASSA ABLOY company for details.
Aperio support in the EAC system
Note that the Aperio support may vary depending
on the Aperio communication hub used and the
level of integration. Please contact your OEM for
details.
Abbreviations and Definitions
Abbreviation Definition
EAC Electronic Access Control. The system controlling access decisions.
DIP Dual in-line Package. A manual electric switch used for settings on the
communication hub.
RFID Radio Frequency Identification. The credential technology used.
References
[1] ST-001322-Aperio Online Quick Installation Guide
[2] ST-001321-Aperio Online Programming Application Manual

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2 System Overview
The Aperio system
The Aperio system is used in the following way:
The user holds an RFID card in front of the lock.
The lock sends card credentials wirelessly to the
Communication Hub and the Communication
Hub (wired through RS-485, Ethernet or Wiegand)
then communicates with an EAC (Electronic
Access Control) system. The EAC system then
makes the access decision. The decision is sent via
the Communication Hub to the lock and access is
granted or denied.
The Aperio Programming Application
The Programming Application is used for the
configuration of a door installation. It is installed
on a laptop. The laptop has an Aperio USB radio
device connected to one of its USB ports. The USB
radio device enables the application to connect
via a Communication Hub to the door lock. The
lock communicates via the Communication Hub
either with the EAC or with the Programming
Application. Read more in the Aperio Online
Programming Application Manual.
Regulatory and security information
Refer to the Programming Application manual for
regulatory and security information.
Communication hub versions and EAC
interface
There are four communication hub types
according to the table below:
Version Interface Maximum number of
locks/sensors
AH15 Wiegand/RS 485* 1
AH20 Wiegand 1
AH30 RS-485 8
AH40 IP (Ethernet) 8
* The firmware type loaded into the communication hub
controls what interface is enabled.
LockRFID
card
Communication
Hub
Programming
application
IEEE802.15.4 (2.4GHz)
RS-485,
Wiegand
or Ethernet
EAC system
(Electronic Access Control)
Figure 1.
Aperio technology
overview

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Aperio®Online 3 Planning the Installation
It is very important to find the best possible
placement of the communication hub, in
order to get at stable and reliable radio link.
Depending on the floor plan of the installation
site, type of communication hubs used, use of
external antenna and presence of disturbances
will all affect the positioning of communication
hubs. Follow these guidelines to find the best
installation placement, also see following sections
for installation examples.
Placement options for communication
hub
General installation guidelines:
∙ Try to install so that locks and communication
hub ”see” each other with the LED on the
communication hub “pointing” towards the lock.
∙ If this is not possible, find a placement so that
there are no concrete and metal objects in
between the lock and the communication hub.
∙ Avoid installing the communication hub in a low
position, where radio waves can be blocked by
objects or people passing by during operation.
∙ When the internal antenna is used, the radio
coverage backwards is limited to 0.5 m/3 ft
for AH15 and 3 m/10 ft for AH20/30/40. The
coverage also depends on the type of wall it is
installed on.
∙ When the external antenna is used, the radio
coverage will be focused perpendicular to the
direction of the antenna and in some directions
the range may decrease. However the maximum
range will not increase. See section "Radio
coverage for external antenna" on page 18 for
details.
∙ The lock and the communication hub should
be placed on the same side of the door. Shorter
distance and “light” materials in the walls also
permits placement on opposite sides.
∙ Be aware of that nearby metallic sheet or mesh
will attenuate the radio signal. Inner ceiling,
for example, is sometimes covered with foil or
metallic mesh.
∙ Mirrors, heat insulating windows and larger
metallic objects (like cable ladders) have a
significant effect on radio signals and should
not be closer than 20 cm (8 inches) from lock or
Communication Hub.
∙ In difficult environments (for example where
heavy radio interference is expected), or
when the requirements on the radio link
quality are very high, it is recommended to
keep the distance between the lock and the
communication hub well below the maximum
recommended distance. There is no minimum
distance.

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Evaluating radio interference
Always evaluate the installation site for possible
sources of disturbance. Follow these installation
guidelines regarding disturbances to ensure
adequate functionality:
> 3.5 m/
~ 12 ft
Figure 2. Minimum distance to radio emitting
devices
∙ WiFi/WLAN routers and other radio transmitters
operating in the 2.4 GHz band should be
kept at least 3.5 meters/12 feet from the
Communication Hub and lock.
∙ Other possible sources of interference include
microwave ovens, electric motors, wireless
emergency exit signs and other high power
electrical equipment. Keep at least 3.5 meters/12
feet distance to Communication Hub or lock.
In difficult environments with radio
interference or presence of metal objects
attenuating the signal it is recommended
to test the radio signal before mounting
the communication hub permanently.

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Aperio®Online 4 Mechanical Installation
This chapter includes guidelines for selecting the
correct installation place for communication hubs
in an Aperio online EAC system.
This chapter also describes how to connect the
communication hubs to the power supply.
Mechanical installation AH15
Minimum distance between AH15 communica-
tion hubs
If necessary, several communications hubs can
be positioned together with a minimum of 0.2
meter in between the hubs (or use one AH30
communication hub to pair with all three locks).
XX > 0.2 m / ~ 8 in X
Figure 3. Minimum
distance between
AH15 communi-
cation hubs with
E100 locks

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Placement options for AH15 when using E-cylinder locks
When using E-cylinder locks, the AH15 must be
placed either in the roof, on the right or left wall or
on the opposite wall and within a 5 meters/16 feet
range from the lock.
It is important that the communication hub is
mounted with the mounting holes horizontally
aligned (in the ceiling, parallel to the direction of
the lock) and as close to the lock as possible.
The following pages show typical installations
based on field experience that will give a good
result for radio link quality. The colors indicate
which hubs and Aperio door locks that belong
together.
< 4 m / ~ 13 ft
Parallel
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
The AH15 communication hub can be mounted
according to the following figure.
AH15 Communication hub installed on a wall,
with mounting holes according to marks.
AH15 Communication hub installed in the
ceiling (seen from above) with mounting hole
alignment.
Door with Aperio e-cylinder lock
Figure 4. General
placement options
for AH15 with E-
cylinder locks

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Installation examples for AH15 communication hub with E-cylinder locks
Short/long Corridors
Alternate installation:
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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High ceiling
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft < 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 4 m / ~ 13 ft
Low ceiling
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
1.5-4 m
~ 5-13 ft

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Square rooms
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
Alternate installation with ceiling placement:
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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Open space environments
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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Placement options for AH15 when using other locks
When using non-cylinder locks, for example
Escutcheon locks, it is recommended that the
AH15 is mounted on any of the walls, and within a
5 meters/16 feet range from the lock in the zone
shown in the figure. Placement in the roof is not
recommended.
It is important that the communication hub is
mounted with the mounting holes vertically
aligned and as close to the lock as possible.
The following pages show typical installations
based on field experience that will give a good re-
sult for radio link quality. The colors indicate which
hubs and Aperio door locks that belong together.
The AH15 communication hub can be mounted
according to the following figure.
AH15 Communication hub installed on a wall,
with mounting holes according to marks.
Door with Aperio lock
Communication hubs should always be installed on the wall when using non e-cylinder locks.
Always align the mounting holes vertically when fastening.
Figure 5. Place-
ment options for
AH15 with other
locks
< 4 m / ~ 13 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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Installation examples for AH15 communication hub with other type of locks
Corridors
< 4 m / ~ 13 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
Alternate installation, on same wall:
< 4 m / ~ 13 ft
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Square rooms
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
Alternate installation on same wall:
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft
< 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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Open space environments
> 5 m / ~ 16 ft
> 5 m / ~ 16 ft

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Mechanical installation AH20/30/40
Placement options for AH20/30/40
The AH20/30/40 communication hub is designed
so that it can establish a reliable radio link
regardless of the mounting position (horizontal or
vertical) of the communication hub and the type
of lock being used.
It is recommended that the distance between the
lock and the communication hub is limited to 15
meters/50 feet, depending on the environment.
However, under good conditions (free air between
the units and limited radio interference from
other transmitters) the distance can be extended.
The following pages show typical installations
based on field experience that will give a good re-
sult for radio link quality. The colors indicate which
hubs and Aperio door locks that belong together.
The AH20/30/40 communication hub can be
mounted according to the following figure.
AH20/30/40 Communication hub with
internal antenna, installed on a wall.
AH20/30/40 Communication hub with
internal antenna, installed in the ceiling.
AH20/30/40 Communication hub with
external antenna, installed in the ceiling.
Door with Aperio lock
Figure 6.
Placement options for
AH20/30/40 communi-
cation hub
< 0.2 m / ~ 8 in

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Radio coverage for external antenna
The general guideline for using an external
antenna is to obtain radio coverage in a even
globe around the external antenna. Note that
the external antenna does not extend the
maximum range, which is still 15 m/50 ft.
An example of a situation where external
antenna could be used is when the placement
options are limited for the communication hub.
The following figure illustrates the difference in
radio pattern for external and internal antenna.
(Note that this is only an simplified picture of
the radio reception for each antenna, showing
the theoretical characteristics. The real radio
coverage also vary for each installation site.)
< 15 m / ~ 50 ft
< 15 m / ~ 50 ft

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Installation examples for AH20/30/40 communication hub
Short Corridors
< 15 m / ~ 50 ft
Alternate installation:
< 15 m / ~ 50 ft

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Long corridors
< 30 m / ~ 100 ft
Alternate installation:
< 30 m / ~ 100 ft