BFT PRAE-IP-PED-KP User manual

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Installation Instructions
Praetorian Guard IP Intercom
PROFESSIONAL INSTALL ONLY
Manual Version 1
The manufacturer cannot legally offer technical support to non-qualified gate
or door installers. End users should employ the services of a professional
install company to commission or support this product!
Tip: Site Survey BEFORE you begin. See page 3/4

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Index
Section
Pages
Site Survey (LAN)
3
Site Survey (WiFi)
4
Product Overview
5
Surge Module Overview
6
WiFi Module Overview
6
Keypad Module Overview
7
Prox Module Overview
7
Technical Specifications
8-10
Product Configuration
11
Connecting to Network (WiFi)
12-15
Connecting to Network (LAN)
16-17
Time Sync & Testing
18-19
Answering on Android
20
Answering on iOS
21
Installation Steps (WiFi)
22
Installation Steps (LAN)
22
DC Power Connections
23
Solar Power Connections
23
Wiring Example
24
Exit Button Info
25
Connecting Slave Devices
25
Adding Additional App Users
26
Main Features
27
Activity Log
27
Keypad Codes
28
Additional Feature Overview
29
Advanced Feature Overview
30
Sound & Volume
31
Using Keypad Codes
32
Troubleshooting
33-34
App Updates
35
Firmware Updates
35
FCC Regulatory Compliance
36
CE EU Declaration of Conformity
36

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Site Survey (LAN)
The Praetorian Guard is designed to transmit the video and audio stream using on average
400 KBit/sec (peaking to 1Mbps). This loosely translates to requiring a minimum of 1.5mbps
UPLOAD speed on the network that the intercom is connected to. The higher the upload
speed the better quality of image up to an approx. max of 4mbps upload speed.
If you do not have sufficient upload speed then please look at upgrading your internet package,
if possible.
Cable Distance
My cable run does not exceed 100m in total
distance. If it does then a powered switch is
required to be fitted in-line to extend the signal.
Upload Speed
I have at least 1.5 Mb UPLOAD speed. If not
STOP! This system may operate intermittently
remotely or have delayed PUSH notifications.
Mbs
Slow Fast

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Site Survey (Local Wi-Fi)
WiFi
Mbs
Slow Fast
WIFI Signal
I have some Wi-Fi signal at the gate with my
phone! If not, STOP. You will need some form
of Wi-Fi extender, or repeater, or LAN/CAT5
cable!
Upload Speed
I have at least 1.5 Mb UPLOAD speed. If not
STOP! This system may operate intermittently
remotely or have delayed PUSH notifications.
YES!
My Wi-Fi Internet Security is WPA, WPA2,
WPA3 or better.
Total distance of Wi-Fi range will depend heavily on the property network setup.
Max distance is 60m based on using a basic home router passing through 1
exterior wall. For the most reliable connection utilize the LAN or 4G Router options.
Wi-Fi Signal Explained
Poor = System may not show ONLINE. Signal may drop out regularly or cause
delays on the video loading or stop notifications receiving from being sent.
Fair = System will operate as expected in most instances. Signal may drop out from
time to time or cause delays on the video loading or stop notifications receiving
from being sent.
Good / Excellent = System will operate as expected in all instances. Signal should
never drop or cause delays on the video loading.

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Product Overview
Now let’s have a look inside...
Pedestal
Mounting
Holes
Main
Intercom
Module
Speaker
Volume
Adjuster
Camera
module
Optional
Keypad
Module
Hotspot Button
Call Button
Power Filter
Board
Microphone
Optional
Keypad
Camera
Night vision LEDS
(short range, up to
5 feet)
Speaker Module
Call Button

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Surge Module Overview
Main WI-FI Module in Detail
Relay
2
Relay
1
8GB
SD CARD
Serial
Number
24V 0V N/O C1 N/C N/O C2 N/C
B+M S
RESET
EG GND
Ethernet
Socket
(RJ45)
RJ45 Socket
Hard Reset
Button
Antenna SMA Connector
Micro SD
Card Slot
Volume ‘POT’
Keypad Data Cable
Connections
Push Button, Mic &
Speaker Connections
24V DC
Input
Voltage Outputs
Direct LAN cable
Connection
Intercom ID
LED Indicators
RED = Network Connection
BLUE = Power
Direct Hotspot Button
Relay 1
N/O–COM–N/C
Push To
Exit input.
(PTE)
(EG/COM)
Relay 2
N/O–COM–N/C
Earth Rod MUST be connected.
Power Output
12V Solar Input From Batteries (see Solar info specs)
24v INPUT –
Use provided power supply or hook up to 24v solar system.
(DO NOT USE 12v HERE) (see Solar info specs)
12v DC –Battery backup
1 Amp Quick Blow Input Fuse (REPLACEABLE)
12V | 24 IN | SOL |OUT

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Keypad Module in Detail
PROX Module in Detail
12-24v
IN
SLAVE IN
1 2 3
12-24v
OUT
SLAVE OUT
1 2 3
Baud Rate
Jumper Link
Slave IN
Connections
DATA
Transfer IN
DC Voltage In
Slave OUT
Connections
IN
12-24v
IN
1 2 3
OUT
1 2 3
OUT
+12v-
SLAVE IN
12-24v
IN 123
SLAVE OUT
12-24v
OUT 1 2 3
DC Voltage Out
DC Voltage In
DATA Transfer
IN
DATA Transfer
OUT
Slave IN
Connections
Slave OUT
Connections

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Technical Specifications
GENERAL
Front Panel
Portrait Orientation
AB/ABK = 3mm Acrylic on Architectural Design Marine Grade
Stainless Steel BS316 Front Plate
AS/ASK = 3mm Marine Grade Stainless Steel BS316 on Architectural
Design Marine Grade Stainless Steel BS316 Front Plate
FS/FSK = Flush Design Marine Grade Stainless Steel BS316 Front
Plate
IMP/IMPK = 3mm Acrylic on Imperial Design Marine Grade Stainless
Steel BS316 Front Plate
Modular = Powder Coated Marine Grade Stainless Steel BS316 Front
Plates with 3mm Acrylic on Design Marine Grade Stainless Steel
BS316 Modular Plates
Landscape Orientation
PED = Pedestal Surface Mount
Hood Cover
(MOD, IMP(K), PED versions)
Powder coated Aluminium
Mounting Housing (Backbox)
Marine Grade Stainless Steel BS316
Mounting Type
Surface-Mounted with backlighting,
Flush-mounted version sold separately
Call Button
Stainless-steel button with illuminated LED Ring
Weatherproof
IP55
Approvals
CE, FCC
Dimensions
See Overview of Call Points
Operating Temp.
-25 to +55°C / -13 to 131°F
Contents of Box
1x Intercom (incl Front panel & backbox)
1x 24V 2A PSU (mains adaptor) to bare cables.
(110 - 240V AC to 24V DC)
1x AES 2-Headed Screwdriver
1x Installation manual
1x 2.4GHz Antenna w/2m Cable
1x Antenna Mounting Bracket
1x Test Checklist
1x Ethernet Adapter
3x Prox Tags (only with PROX versions)
Power Supply
24V DC

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Power Consumption
IP PCB w/Keypad & Prox
Standby = 80mA
Operating = 300mA
Solar Power
45Watt Solar Panel (minimum)
2x 12V 15AH Batteries connected in series to provide 24V output
Connectors
LAN (RJ45)
2 x Bistable latching relay, max. 1-28V DC/AC,
1A, e.g. for magnetic door lock
External input for push to exit button
24V DC input (+, -)
System Requirements
Mobile device: Newest iOS on iPhone/iPad,
newest Android on Smartphone/Tablet
Internet: High-Speed Landline Broadband
Internet connection, DSL, cable or fibre optic,
no socks or proxy server. Min. suggested upload speed of 1.5mbps,
Network: Ethernet Network, with DHCP / WIFI 2.4GHz/5.8GHz (with
applicable antenna)
Recommended Installation
Height
Camera lens should be at a min. height of
145 cm (57 in). Before the installation please
determine your optimal installation height.
Warranty
See www.aesglobalonline.com/warranty
KEYPAD MODULE
Power Supply
24V DC
Steel Keypad Module
12 Square Metal Keys
Blue illumination
Keypad Codes configurable via App,
Slave connection to allow up to an additional 8 slave devices
Silicon Keypad Module
12 Round Silicon Keys
Blue illumination
Keypad Codes configurable via App,
Slave connection to allow up to an additional 8 slave devices
VIDEO
Camera
HD 720p, dynamic (VGA –HD)
Lens
120° (D), 109° (H), 65° (V)
IR-capable
Display Resolution
Switchable in the app by the Admin user.
HD resolution: 1280*720
SD resolution: 640*480
Video Codec
H264

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Night-Vision
Yes, light sensor, automatic IR-cut filter,
5 Infrared LEDs
Storage
On-Board Micro SD Card (16GB included)
Max read capacity 32GB
Estimated capacity based on 16GB:
5,592 Video Clips (3MB) {AVI.}
33,500 images (0.5MB) {JPG}
Supports Hot Swapping.
Auto overwrites oldest data at 70% capacity
FAT32 Formatting
MOTION SENSOR
Type
Active
Detection Type
Digital (Pixel-based)
Changes of pixilation. This is processed by the CPU identifying any
major/minor changes in pixels that is defined by a predetermined
algorithm.
Range
>5m, depends on environment, distance is fixed
Configuration
Via App, e.g.
• Sensitivity (1-5)
• Enable/disable push notification
• Enable/disable detection & recordings.
AUDIO
Audio Components
Speaker and microphone, noise reduction and
echo cancellation (ANR, AEC)
Audio Streaming
Two-way, full duplex & half-duplex
(switchable in-app)
Audio Codec
PCM/ARAW
NETWORK
WiFi
IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac
WiFi Security
WPA / WPA2 / WPA3
Frequency Range
2.4GHz-2.4385GHz; 5.15GHz-5.845GHz
Ethernet
IEEE 802.3
Supported Protocols
HTTP, HTTPS, SSL/TLS, Bonjour, DNS, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, RTCP,
ICMP, DHCP, ARP
THIRD-PARTY INTEGRATIONS
Partners
N/A - Coming Soon
API
N/A - Coming Soon

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Relay
2
Relay
1
8GB
SD CARD
Serial
Number
24V 0V N/ O C1 N/C N/O C2 N/C
B+M S
RESET
EG GND
Ethernet
Socket
(RJ45)
Relay
2
Relay
1
8GB
SD CARD
Serial
Number
24V 0V N/O C1 N/C N/O C2 N/C
B+M S
RESET
EG GND
Ethernet
Socket
(RJ45)
Configure Before Install
Step 1
Step 2 - Download and install the app on the end-user’s phone.
Step 3 - Open the intercom and connect antenna.
Step 4 - Connect 24v DC power with the power supply provided.
Do not install the intercom. Power it up beside
the router so that you can perform the
configuration with the homeowners’ phone
beside the intercom and router.
Note: If you skip this step and proceed directly to
installation, technical support may request you
go back and perform this step before diagnosing
further.
Search for Praetorian Guard and find the icon, or scan the
QR code if the phone has a QR scan app.
Tip: Be sure to accept ALL permissions during install,
otherwise you will experience problems later!
3-4 feet / 1 metre
“Portrait” oriented models will have security screws
at the top. Loosen only these with the security
screwdriver provided.
Pedestal style “Landscape” orientated units will
have a locking key.
Loosen top screws
Use Key on lock
Please ensure you check the app
for updates at least once a month.
24V DC
Only use power
adaptor provided.

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Connect to network using WiFi
Step 1
Relay
2
Relay
1
8GB
SD CARD
Ethernet
Socket
Serial
Number
24V 0V N/O C1 N/C N/O C2 N/C
B+M S
Reset
EG GND
Step 2a –Find The WiFi Hotspot ID
Step 2b –Enter password to connect via WiFi
Press and HOLD the code button for more than 3 seconds. A tone
will be heard.
The intercom will now begin to transmit its own Wi-Fi network using
the intercom ID reference.
(E.g., AES-XXXXXX-XXXX)
>3 seconds
With the user’s phone, search for available Wi-Fi networks and
connect to the ‘Intercom ID’ network.
TIP: Your phone needs to be within range of the intercom to detect
this network.
Enter the default pass code 123456789 and the users’ phone
should now be connected directly to the intercom.
Android: Press CONNECT
Apple: Press DONE
Tip: This will clear any currently stored WiFi connections from the system. You will need to
reconnect to the WiFi network to allow the system to function again after pressing this button.
Note: Your device may state there is no internet connection. This is
normal. Accept any prompts to stay connected for the next steps.

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Step 3a, 3b, 3c –Find Intercom ID via the network connection
Step 3d, 3e
Step 4
Settings > Add > Search
After pressing SEARCH, the APP will
now search for the intercom and should
detect it.
Should be showing
ONLINE status.
Note: The intercom and phone are directly connected in a point-
to-point link. It will still need connected to the network to be fully
operational remotely.
Intercom ID will be auto filled.
Enter “admin” for the main user.
Enter “123456789” as the default
password and press SAVE
Press the Video icon to view live video.
Note: at close proximity, you will experience acoustic feedback. This is normal.
If you can view live video, and hear acoustics, then this proves that the intercom
hardware is working as it should.

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Step 5a, b, c
Although we know the intercom is fully operational, we now need to connect it to the local Wi-Fi
network.
The intercom is now searching the area for Wi-Fi networks and will display all compatible
networks on the App screen.
Step 5d, e
Enter the WIFI PASSCODE for the network
which you are connecting to.
WARNING: Take care not to enter a typing
mistake. The intercom will accept any Wi-Fi
password and will not know if it is correct or
not! Note that the intercom will show as
‘OFFLINE’ if an incorrect Wi-Fi Password
has been entered as it will not be able to
connect to the network at all.
Wi-Fi Signal strength must be at least ‘Fair’,
or you will have problems!

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Step 6
Diagnostic Tips
1. Intercom is showing online status, but the video feed shows “fetching”.
A. This can be caused by poor power cable extended to the intercom, weak Wi-Fi, or too many
devices connected to the Wi-Fi network and the router is incapable of managing the workload.
2. Intercom is not showing online status.
A. This can be caused by incorrect Wi-Fi password created, or Wi-Fi dropping out due to weak
signal.
3. I can see video but there is no audio on the phone or there is no audio at the intercom.
A: Possibly permissions for the app were not accepted during app install. Check microphone
permissions for the app in the phone settings.
4. The status is showing online, then connecting, then online again.
A: This is normal when a phone roams between two Wi-Fi connections, or between Wi-Fi and
data.
The intercom will now re-boot and attempt to connect to the Wi-Fi network with the
password you have entered.
Wait 60 seconds then re-launch the APP.
If you can see live video and
hear audio, the intercom has
successfully connected to
the network.
If for some reason this does
not work, try connecting to
the Wi-Fi network again and
double check the Wi-Fi
password is correct.

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Connect to network using LAN Cable
This intercom can also be connected to a LAN cable directly from the router or from a repeater or
point-to-point Wi-Fi bridge device.
Note: Ethernet LAN signals can travel 100m/300ft on CAT5/6 cable. Longer distances will require
a powered switch or repeater every 100m/300ft.
Step 1
Step 2a, 2b, 2c –Find Intercom ID via the network connection.
Option 1
Connect RJ45 Ethernet
crimped socket.
Data transfer LEDs will
flash when plugged in.
Option 2
Use provided spring-
release terminals
observing colour code
shown.
Ethernet can travel up
to 100 metres (300
feet) on CAT5/CAT6
cable. Longer distances
will require a switch
every 100 metres (300
feet) unless using any
specialist equipment.
Settings > Add > Search
After pressing SEARCH, the
APP will now search for the
intercom and should detect it.

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Step 2d, 2e –Select the Intercom ID & input the login credentials.
Step 3 - The intercom is now added to your device and should show Online.
Diagnostic Tips
1. Intercom is showing online status, but the video feed shows “fetching”.
A. This can be caused by poor power cable extended to the intercom, weak Wi-Fi, or too many
devices connected to the Wi-Fi network and the router is incapable of managing the workload.
2. Intercom is not showing online status.
A. This can be caused by incorrect Wi-Fi password created, or Wi-Fi dropping out due to weak
signal.
3. I can see video but there is no audio on the phone or there is no audio at the intercom.
A: Possibly permissions for the app were not accepted during app install. Check microphone
permissions for the app in the phone settings.
4. The status is showing online, then connecting, then online again.
A: This is normal when a phone roams between two Wi-Fi connections, or between Wi-Fi and
data.
If you can see live video and hear
audio, the intercom has successfully
connected to the network.
If for some reason this does not work,
check the LED indicators on the
RJ45 socket on the PCB to ensure it
is connected correctly to the network.
Intercom ID will be auto filled.
Enter “admin” for the main user.
Enter “123456789” as the default
password and press SAVE.

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Time Sync & Testing
Step 1 - Ensure the intercom is now added to your device and should show Online.
Step 2 –Clock Sync
Step 3 –Confirm intercom timestamp is correct.
Check the date/time stamp. The default date when
the intercom has been reset is 1/1/1970.
Follow the steps below to correct this.
Ensure the date and time is correct as per your location.
Note: If the date stamp is incorrect it will prevent notifications
being sent to the connected devices causing the user to miss calls.
If the time stamp is incorrect it will affect the accuracy of any
recorded events in the events log.
Sync your device time to the intercom
To enable or disable daylight saving select
this checkbox and then the SAVE icon.

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Step 4 –Close the app
PUSH notifications may not show while inside the app so to test that the PUSH notifications are
working correctly you need to close the app.
Step 5 - Press the call button.
The intercom will send a PUSH notification message via GoogleTM PUSH notification service
through the internet to the phone.
The notification will need to be accepted and then the APP will launch to reveal the visitor
and give the user an opportunity to either accept or reject the call.
The process to answer a call will depend on what device is being used. Please see next pages for
the different process between Android and Apple.
Android: Select the ‘back’ button and
then the ‘EXIT’ door icon will appear
on the bottom left, tap this to
completely close the application.

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Answering on Android
Swipe down to reveal
the android
notifications and press
the Praetorian
notification.
This will launch the app
and reveal the answer
screen. Press the icon
shown to answer the
call if you wish to
speak to the visitor.
Press the appropriate
lock icon (depending
on which relay your
installer has connected
to the gate or door).