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Document No: ST-001322-B, Issue date: 11 October 2013

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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
Abbreviations and Definitions......................................................................................................................................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 Quick Installation of Aperio lock and Communication Hub................................................... 5
Automatic pairing ............................................................................................................................................................5
Paring with the Aperio Programming Application................................................................................................6
Information of encryption key................................................................................................................................................... 6
Checklist for pairing and configuration of locks/sensors and communication hubs....................................................... 7
Preparation before quick installation ...................................................................................................................................... 8
Step 1 - Making a new door installation.................................................................................................................................. 8
Step 2 - Scanning for Communication hubs............................................................................................................................ 9
Step 3 - Pairing locks/sensors with communication hub .................................................................................................... 10
Step 4 – Configuring locks and communication hubs Wizard ..........................................................................................12
Step 5 - Apply saved configuration on several locks............................................................................................................17
Step 6 - Testing after configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 19
4 LED Indications......................................................................................................................................20
Communication Hub LED indications.................................................................................................................... 20
Ethernet LED indication............................................................................................................................................... 20
Lock LED indications ..................................................................................................................................................... 21
Lock self test LED indication....................................................................................................................................... 22
5 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................................................23
During door installation and update ...................................................................................................................... 23
During scanning ............................................................................................................................................................. 23
During configuration.................................................................................................................................................... 23
During normal operation............................................................................................................................................ 24

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1 Introduction
Purpose
The main purpose of this manual is to provide
necessary information for a quick installation of
Aperio Online based products using the Aperio
Online Programming Application.
The manual is intended for installation
personnel, project managers and people with
similar responsibilities.
Scope
This quick installation guide covers a standard
installation of a complete Aperio online system
including communication hubs and locks/
sensors.
For a complete description of all functionality
and possible settings in an Aperio online
installation, refer to the Aperio Online
Programming Application Manual, ref [1].
This manual is applicable to version 2.6.4 of the
Aperio Online Programming Application.
Applicable Products
This manual can be used for AH15/20/30
communication hubs. For AH40 communication
hub, refer to the Aperio Online Programming
Application Manual, ref [1].
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-001323-Aperio Online Mechanical Installation Manual
[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 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 paired
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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3 Quick Installation of Aperio lock and
Communication Hub
A quick installation of Aperio lock and
communication hub starts with pairing the
hardware. In some cases lock/communication
hub are pre-paired from the factory. If not,
pairing can be done in two ways:
∙ Automatic pairing – The communication hub
automatically pairs with nearby Aperio lock/
sensor.
∙ Pairing with the Aperio Programming
Application – This is the recommended
method, where detailed settings and encrypted
communication are set.
Automatic pairing
Automatic pairing is obtained by setting the DIP Switch in Pairing mode (refer to the Mechanical
installation manual/communication hub manual).
Automatic pairing will only be made with unpaired locks.
Communication hub and locks may be sold pre-paired from factory. If this is the case, the
following pairing procedure is not necessary. However, configuration using the Aperio Pro-
gramming Application is still needed.
To perform pairing with communication hubs set in Pairing mode, do the following:
1) Power cycle the communication hub if necessary and check that the LED is constant yellow.
YellowPairing active
2) Hold the credential in front of the lock to activate it, or engage the magnet for the sensor.
Result: Communication hub pairs with lock/sensor and indicates with one green flash.
Yellow +
one green flash
Pairing succeded
3) After successful paring, power off the communication hub.
4) Deactivate paring mode and set the desired EAC address: AH15/30 RS485: Set the DIP switch 1-5 to desired
address: 1-15/16-31 (1-S/1-1). AH15/20 Wiegand: Set the DIP switch 5 to OFF.
AH40 Ethernet: Move the pairing mode jumper to the right position or remove it.
5) Power the communication hub to start up for normal operation.
Locks/sensors and communication hubs that are automatically paired will communicate in
Manufacturer mode. It is required to activate Customer mode by using the Programming
Application when finalizing, according to next section, to obtain encrypted communication.

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Paring with the Aperio Programming Application
The Programming Application is used to access
detailed settings and encrypted communication
(Customer mode) during the pairing process of
locks/sensors and communication hubs.
Using the Programming Application also allows
you to establish encrypted communication
between locks/sensors and communication
hubs. This is achieved with a customer key,
obtained from your ASSA ABLOY supplier.
This chapter describes a complete installation,
applicable for most EAC system using a standard
configuration.
To communicate with communication hubs
and locks/sensors through the Programming
Application, you also need a USB Radio dongle.
For installation of the Programming Application
and the USB Radio dongle, refer to the Aperio
Online Programming Application manual, ref [1].
Information of encryption key
To obtain secure communication between
communication hubs and locks/sensors an
Encryption key is used. This Encryption Key
should be handled with the same care as the
Master Key in a traditional Master Key System.
A person with access to the Encryption key can
gain unauthorized access to any Aperio door in
the system. Once loaded into the Programming
Application, it will be stored encrypted in a local
database and should be erased from the hard
drive.
The encryption key file is delivered from your
local ASSA ABLOY company and should be be
stored safely.
Proper handling of encryption keys is
essential to lock/sensor security!
It is absolutely necessary to use the
customer encryption key by setting all
communication hubs and locks/sensors
in Customer mode to ensure a secure
and encrypted communication with the
lock/sensor.

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Checklist for pairing and configuration of locks/sensors and communication hubs
Lock
Communication hub
RFID
card
Programming
application
Tritech TriBee
USB dongle
A complete configuration includes the following
steps:
∙ Preparation: Installation of software and
powering the Aperio hardware.
∙ Step 1: making a door installation
∙ Step 2: scanning for communication hubs
∙ Step 3: pairing with locks/sensors
∙ Step 4: configuring locks and communication
hubs: setting security mode, addressing mode,
override credentials etc.
∙ Step 5: Apply saved configuration on several
locks
∙ Step 6: testing after configuration
For some configurations a number of additional
advanced settings can be necessary, such as:
∙ configuration of status and alarm messages,
∙ configuration of the radio communication.
These and a number of other advanced settings
are described in the Aperio Online Programming
Application manual, ref [1].
The quick installation process does NOT
require that the EAC is connected to
the Aperio hardware. Quick installation
can be performed on hardware not yet
mechanically installed.
Figure 1.
Equipment needed

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Preparation before quick installation
∙ Install the Programming Application and USB Radio dongle drivers on your laptop. Refer to ref [2],
Aperio Online Programming Application manual for instructions. The software and encryption key
file is delivered from your local ASSA ABLOY company.
∙ Make sure the communication hub is powered (8-24V) and that batteries are installed in the lock.
Step 1 - Making a new door installation
The first step is to create a new door installation, which will handle all the communication hubs and
Aperio locks/sensors in the access control system.
1) Insert the USB Radio dongle and start the Aperio Programming Application.
2) Select File–New in the Programming Application.
3) Enter a name for the installation and click the button in the Key file field to add the Encryption key.
4) Select the key file and click Select. (The xml-file (key file) containing the encryption keys.)
5) Click Create new.

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6) Enter a password of at least 8 characters for the door installation and confirm it. Click OK.
Step 2 - Scanning for Communication hubs
Follow these steps to scan for doors:
7) Select Scan-Quick scan to find communication hubs. (Or open an earlier created installation)
Result: All communication hubs within reach of the USB Radio device of your computer are displayed in the
scan result table.
8) Locate a communication hub by the last four characters of the communication hub MAC address (ex. 01CF)
in the scan result table. The same characters should be on a label on the cover of the communication hub.
Click Rescan if the communication hubs that you want to configure are not shown in the list.

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9) Select the communication hub(s) that you want to include in your installation. Click Show details to view
detailed information in the installation view.
Step 3 - Pairing locks/sensors with communication hub
AH30/AH40 version of the communication hub can be paired with a combination of up to 8 locks/
sensors. AH15/AH20 can manage one lock/sensor.
1) Right click and select Communication hub - Pair with lock or sensor.

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2) The pairing process starts. Hold the credential at the lock, or engage the magnet for the sensor to pair the
hardware with the communication hub.
3) When the lock has stopped blinking you can click Done to see the pairing result.
Result: The result is displayed.
4) Repeat this pairing process for all communication hubs and locks/sensors within reach of the USB Radio
Dongle.

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Step 4 – Configuring locks and communication hubs Wizard
This procedure describes a configuration example of locks and communication hubs using: Override
credential card, secure communication and DIP Switch addressing mode.
For other settings and addressing modes, refer to Aperio Online Programming Application manual,
ref [1].
∙ Before configuration, check that Update device time during door configuration is activated. Enter
the Settings - Installation Settings window.
Follow the steps below to perform a default configuration of locks/sensors and communication hubs:
The changes you make during the update of the door configuration are not carried out until
you perform the device update on the last page in the wizard.
1) Select a lock in the scan result table, right click and select Lock - Configure (or Lock/sensor - Configure if several
locks are paired).

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2) On the RFID Configuration page, click Next without any changes. (iCLASS RFID format is also supported by
the programming application. However, no settings are necessary.)
3) If advanced mode is activated the Keypad configuration page will appear. Leave without changes by clicking
Next.
4) On the Override Credential page it is recommended to add a credential. Select the credential type in
the drop down list and click Add and enter credential information (in this case MIFARE Classic UID). This
credential can for example be used to gain access through all doors during installation and when the EAC is
offline.

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5) Click OK followed by Next in the Wizard main window.
6) On the Security mode Setting page, click Change to switch to Customer mode in both the lock and
communication hub, to obtain secure communication using the Encryption key.
Proper handling of Encryption keys is essential to lock/sensor security!
If the installation and first configuration is not performed correctly by setting all locks in
customer mode, the radio communication will not be secure and the locks will therefore be
vulnerable to intrusion attempts.
7) To enable secure communication using the encryption key, select Switch to customer mode in device, click OK
and then Next in the wizard main window.
8) On the Electronic Access Controller Setting page, in the Enable EAC Address via Dip Switch field, click Change and
select Enable Dip Switch.
9) Click OK followed by Next in the wizard main window.
10) If advanced mode is activated the Advanced Settings and Advanced Lock/Sensor Settings will appear. Leave
both pages without changes by clicking Next.

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11) On the Device Update page, check that the summary of the configuration tasks that will be sent to the lock is
correct.
12) Click Save configuration to facilitate further lock configurations (for other hubs/locks) using the same
communication hub. Enter a configuration name and click OK.
13) Click Next in the wizard main window to download the configuration to the lock.

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14) If necessary hold the credential in front of the lock to activate the radio.
15) After successful update, click Close.
Using the wizard for a communication hub with only one lock paired, customer mode is
set both for the lock and communication hub. For communication hubs with several locks
paired a message stating that there is a security mode conflict will appear.

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Step 5 - Apply saved configuration on several locks
If you have more than one lock that will use the same configuration you can apply the recently saved
configuration on any lock in your installation.
1) Right click on a lock and select Lock/sensor – Apply configuration – [your configuration]
2) Confirm the update by clicking Confirm.
3) Hold the credential in front of the lock/sensor to download the configuration.

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4) After successful update, click Close.
5) Repeat the configuration for all locks paired to the communication hub.
6) Finally activate customer mode for the communication on the right click menu, Communication hub - Switch
to customer mode.

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Step 6 - Testing after configuration
Follow these steps to test that the installation and first configuration of each communication hub
and lock has been performed correctly and that the hardware is working:
1) Check that the communication hub LED has a steady green light (if connected to EAC). This indicates that
the installation and configuration have been performed correctly
GreenOnline
2) Hold a credential that is invalid in the EAC system in front of the lock.
Result: Access is denied and the lock LED flashes red once.
One red flash
(1 second)
Access denied,
EAC online

3) Hold a credential that is valid in the EAC system in front of the lock.
Result: Access is granted and the lock LED flashes green once.

One green flash
(1 second)
Access granted,
EAC offline or online
See next chapter for details on the LED indications for communication hub and lock.

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4 LED Indications
Communication Hub LED indications
The communication hub has a single LED. It
supports an optical scheme with red, green and
yellow. The indication scheme is described by
the figures below:
2 sec.
GreenOnline
Green + one
red flash
Aperio® lock
offline
Green + two
red flashes
EAC offline
Green + three
red flashes
Aperio® lock and
EAC offline
Yellow + off,
fast flash
UHF
communication
Some special LED indication schemes are used
during lock maintenance actions:
Yellow + greenPairing active
2 sec.
Ethernet LED indication
The LED on the AH40 communication hub
indicates both the status of the Ethernet link
level and ethernet communication:
2 sec.
Green
Green +
off fast flash
Ethernet link
connected
Ethernet
communication
Figure 2. Communica-
tion hub normal op-
eration LED indication
Figure 3. Communica-
tion hub maintenance
LED indication
Figure 4. AH40 Com-
munication hub Ether-
net LED indication