HID EdgeReader User manual

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EdgeReader & EdgePlus
Quick Installation Guide
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Document Version 1.4
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Document Number 82000-901A.2

EdgeReader and EdgePlus Installation Part No. 82000-901
Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................................................3
.................................................................................................................................................3Parts List ............................................................................................................................3Product Specifications
...............................................................................................................................3Cable Specifications
...................................................................................................................................................4Overview
..................................................................................................................................................5Step 1 Connect
.............................................................................................................51.1 Wiring the Edge Device
...................................................................................................................................................5Step 2 Contact
.........................................................................................................................52.1 Discovery Client
.................................................................................................................................62.2 Virtual Port
...............................................................................................................................................6Step 3 Configure
...................................................................................................63.1 Edge Device Communications
........................................................................................................................................8Step 4 Communicate
...................................................................................................................................................9Appendices ......................................................................................................................................9Troubleshooting
.................................................................................................................................................11Firewall
.........................................................................................................................................11Contact Information
.................................................................................................................................................12Certifications
..................................................................................................................................14Configuration Checklist
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Introduction
®
The HID EdgeReader™ and EdgePlus™ are a unique IP-enabled intelligent access control processor
and host interface solution in a single unit. They are designed to provide a complete and full-featured
access control hardware/software infrastructure at “the edge” of the network for OEM software host
systems.
Today, as more IT departments become involved in the security system implementation decision-
making process, they prefer that access control be managed over the network. The EdgeReader and
EdgePlus address this by offering an IP-based solution incorporating PoE capability that takes
advantage of existing LAN and CAT-5 cable infrastructure. In addition, they can be fully integrated into
any host system utilizing an IP network software interface.
Parts List
Description Quantity
EdgeReader or EdgePlus 1
- Mounting screws 4
- 2.2K EOL resistors 8
- Quick Installation Guide 1
- Quick Reference Card 1
Product Specifications
Description Specification
Power Supply 12-16VDC or Power over Ethernet (PoE)
Maximum current at 12VDC per EdgeReader 1 Amp
Average operating current at 12VDC 300 mA – ERW400 EdgeReader and no accessories
Maximum Supplied Power
- ERW400 EdgeReader 600 mA – Split between one or two relays
- E400 EdgePlus 700 mA – Split between a reader and one or two relays
Relay Contact Rating 2 Amps @ 30VDC
Operating temperature range 32°-122°F (0°-50°C)
Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing
Cable Specifications
Cable Type Length Specification
2-conductor, shielded, using ALPHA 1292C (22AWG) or Alpha 2421C
(18AWG), or equivalent.
Input Circuits * 500 feet (150 m)
2-conductor, using ALPHA 1172C (22AWG) or Alpha 1897C (18AWG), or
equivalent.
Output Circuits * 500 feet (150 m)
500 feet (150 m) to reader
Wiegand
(Remote
mounted reader
only)
ALPHA 1299C, 22AWG, 9-conductor, stranded, overall shield.
Fewer conductors needed if all control lines are not used.
Ethernet 328 feet (100 m) Cat5, Cat5E, and Cat6
Power Supply ---- Refer to your Power Supply Installation Guide.
+12 VDC IN
* Minimum wire gauge depends on cable length and current requirements.
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Overview
The following outlines what is required to install the Edge device.
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Step 1 Connect
1.1 Wiring the Edge Device
Reference 82000-902 Reference Card for wiring instructions.
Step 2 Contact
Contact the Edge device through two methods.
•Discovery Client (DHCP or Static TCP/IP Configurations Only)
•Virtual Port
2.1 Discovery Client
The Discovery Client provides a technician with a method of locating all of the Edge devices that are
connected to a network. Edge device information is displayed providing the ability to ‘blink’ the Edge
device Comm LED and configure it by launching a browser pointed at the Configuration GUI of the
targeted Edge device. When the Discovery Client is launched, a discover command is issued and the
Configuration GUI screen is populated with the results. Also provided is the ability to refresh the
Configuration GUI screen on command.
Use this feature when the Edge device(s) and the network have been installed and are operational, but
before the Edge device(s) has been configured. At this point, all of the Edge devices on a network will
have the same host name and unknown IP addresses (assuming a DHCP environment). In this
scenario, the only mechanism available to configure a Edge device is by placing one device on the
network at a time. The Discovery Client provides an easy to use mechanism to configure Edge devices.
2.1.1 Installation ®
An operating system of Windows XP with .NET Framework v2.0 installed is a requirement for the
Discovery Client to function properly.
1. The Discovery Client can be downloaded by placing the following path in an Internet browser.
http://www.hidcorp.com/downloads/DiscoveryClient.zip
2. The
File Download Opendialog will display, click
setup.exe3. When the contents of the zip file display, double-click
Run4. If a security warning is received, click
Next5. From the Discovery Client Welcome page, click
Next
6. Select the Installation folder and who should have access to the Discovery Client, click
Next
7. Confirm the installation location, click
8. Click Close
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2.1.2 Use
The following provides information on how to access and use the Discovery Client.
Note: The computer operating the Discovery Client must be within the same subnet (IP address range)
as the Edge devices.
1. Enable Edge devices on the network
2. Click Start > Programs > VertX Tool Box > Discovery GUI to access the Discovery Client
3. Displayed is a list of Edge devices attached to the network. If there is more than one Edge
device listed, the Edge devices can be identified using the MAC Address label on the unit
4. If unsure of an Edge devices physical location click Blink ON to start the Comm LED blinking
on the Edge device. Note the name on the button will change to Blink OFF. When verification
of the Edge device is complete, click Blink OFF
5. Click Configure Unit to open the Basic Configuration page of that Edge device
6. Go to
Step 1 Configure, page 6
2.2 Virtual Port
Contact an Edge device by directly connecting the computer to the Edge device using an Ethernet
cable. By default, every Edge device is configured to respond to a fixed address: 169.254.242.121.
1. Ensure you are running a Windows 2000 or XP computer
2. Disconnect your Windows computer from its hub or network
3. Connect the Windows computer to the Edge device with an Ethernet cable
®Start button, click Start > Run
4 Using the Windows
5. Enter ipconfig /renew -- wait for DHCP to timeout (approximately 60 sec). The computer will
acquire a 169.254.x.x address
6. Access a web browser and enter 169.254.242.121 into the Address field. The Edge device is
now accessible through this Virtual Port
Step 3 Configure
This section describes the communications configuration that enables the Edge device to
communicate with the host software.
There are three methods of communication possible on an Edge device:
•Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) TCP/IP Addressing
•Static TCP/IP Addressing (see Configuration Checklist, page 14 for a list of criterion needed for a
Static TCP/IP configuration)
•Modem (see
Configuration Checklist, page 14 for a list of criterion needed for a modem
configuration)
3.1 Edge Device Communications
The Edge device communications configuration is provided through a browser-based application called
the Configuration GUI (Graphic User Interface).
Access a web browser and enter the Edge devices IP Address into the Address field.
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3.1.1 Configuration GUI Login
The Login screen for that Edge device will display.
In the User name field, enter admin (leaving the Password field empty). Click OK.
3.1.2 Basic Network Setup
Select the Connection Selection radio button to establish your systems specific communication type.
Choices include:
•Network
•Modem
•Network with Modem Backup
Default network information will load. Before making changes, review the default network information.
Note: Most configurations will not require accessing the Advanced Setup screen.
3.1.2.1 Static Network
If using a Static TCP/IP network, proceed with changes using the information collected on the
Configuration Checklist, page 14.
3.1.2.2 DHCP Network
If using a DHCP TCP/IP network, this information is configured automatically.
3.1.2.3 Modem Configuration Checklist
If using a Modem, proceed with changes using the information collected on the .
3.1.3 Basic Host Communication Setup
Enter the Host IP Address or Host Name, and the Here I Am Interval collected on the Configuration
Checklist, page 14.
3.1.3.1 Login Password
During your first instance of accessing the Configuration GUI, you must change the password (located
at the bottom of the screen). Enter a new password, and reenter the password in the second field.
Note: This step is not necessary during any consecutive Configuration GUI sessions. However on
consecutive sessions the password may be changed.
Once configuration changes have been made, click Submit, and the Confirmation page (see 3.1.4
Confirmation, page 8) will display.
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3.1.4 Confirmation
Once configuration changes are complete and submitted, the Confirmation screen will display. Verify
that the changes submitted are accurate, and click Save. If the changes submitted are not accurate,
click Cancel and adjust the settings appropriately.
Step 4 Communicate
Now the Edge device is connected, contacted and configured.
1. Reboot the Edge device by removing and reconnecting the power supply. The Edge device
should be functional within 20-60 seconds.
2. Contact the host to test communications.
Basic setup is now complete!
Additional trouble-shooting tools are available through the System Status and Supplemental
Configuration (page 9) screens.
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Appendices
Troubleshooting
System Status
System Status provides a technician with a method of validating the Edge device installation, and field
wiring. Perform the System Status at any time after the Edge device has been installed and power is
available. In addition, a technician may perform a system status as many times as necessary.
Upon startup, the System Status page will display the Edge device’s inputs, outputs, and host status.
Reference the Legend to determine the meaning of the different images.
Supplemental Configuration
Supplemental Configuration provides the ability to view and configure system inputs and outputs.
These buttons provide navigation to the following functionality:
Configure - configure inputs, outputs and door characteristics
System Time - update System Time
Update System – updates the firmware
Configure
Configure provides the ability to view and modify system inputs, outputs and door characteristics.
Save button will write modified values to the Edge device.
Upon successful validation, the
System Time
System Time provides the ability to view and set the date, time, and time zone values.
Upon initialization, Date, Time, Time Zone and TZ fields will be populated with the current system
settings. The date displayed (non-text box) will be updated approximately every 30 seconds.
The Time Zone Time Zonefield provides a drop-down menu. One of the options in the drop-down
menu is Custom Time Zone. If Custom Time Zone is selected, the TZ text box will be enabled.
Otherwise, the TZ is associated with the Time Zone field.
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Update System
Update System allows the user to update the firmware on the Edge device. During a download the
Edge device image flashes between grey and yellow. When a download completes the image color
changes to green for success or red for failure. If the download fails, a tool tip with the error status code
may be viewed by hovering the mouse over the image.
Note: Depending on the system, it may take several minutes to completely download.
Network Defaults Jumper
The Network Defaults Jumper requires that someone with physical access to the Edge device place
a jumper over the P65 header prior to the rebooting the device. The Edge device reconfigures its
network settings to the factory defaults when the jumper is on the header. From this point,
configuration (or re-configuration) will proceed normally.
Use the Network Defaults Jumper to correct potential errors in an Edge device network configuration.
CAUTION: Upon rebooting the Edge device (with a jumper in place,) all network configuration
information will be overwritten.
Figure 1 Network Defaults Jumper
1. Remove the jumper from Tamper header
2. Place the same jumper over the left two pins of the P65 header (as shown in Figure 1 Network
Defaults Jumper).
3. Reboot the Edge device to change all of the configuration settings back to the factory defaults.
4. After the LED turns amber, remove the jumper from the P65 header, returning it to the tamper
header. Upon removing the jumper it takes approximately 60 seconds for the Edge device to
reset. Once the reset is complete, the LED will return to green.
5. Configure the Edge device for your installation parameters.
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Firewall
If an Edge device is being installed where it communicates through a firewall, then the firewall should
be configured to allow TCP data transfer on the specified port(s).
Note: Confirm with the Network/IT Admin what ports are to be allowed through the firewall. The
following describes the default ports.
1. Before starting, ensure that any pop-up blocker software is disabled on the computer
2. Open the following ports on the firewall
•connection_port (4070)
•listen_port (4050)
If you are not familiar with configuring a firewall for the network, contact the Network/IT administrator
or manager.
CAUTION: If the firewall is not configured properly the Edge device cannot communicate with the host.
Contact Information
Americas
HID Global (California, USA)
support: [email protected]
sales: [email protected]
main: [phone]
sales: [phone]
telephone: [phone]
fax number: [phone]
Europe, Middle East and Africa
HID Corporation, Ltd. (Haverhill, UK)
support: [email protected]
sales: [email protected]
telephone: [phone]
fax number: [phone]
Asia-Pacific
HID Asia Pacific Ltd. (Hong Kong)
support: [email protected]
sales: [email protected]
telephone: [phone]
fax number: (852) 3160 4809
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Certifications
All National and local Electrical codes apply.
•This equipment is intended to be powered from a limited power source output of a
previously certified power supply.
•Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Class A Digital Devices
FCC Compliance Statement: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class. A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in
which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
FCC Class B
Canada Class A
CE Mark – Europe (EU)
C-Tick – Australia and New Zealand
VCCI – Japan
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Configuration Checklist
Ensure that the Configuration Checklist content is provided prior to attempting to install an Edge
device.
Contact
Name Email Phone Number
ITcontact
Sales/PM
Hardware
Name Source Part Number
PoEInjectorswitch
Ethernet Cable
Computer with Web Browser
Hub (Optional)
AC Electrical Outlet or Surge Protector (Optional)
Configuration Data
Connection Type DHCP (DHCP data required in gray) Static
Edge Device IP Address . . .
Subnet Mask . . .
Default Gateway . . .
Primary DNS Server . . .
Secondary DNS Server . . .
Network Broadcast . . .
Domain Name
Edge Device Host Name
FTP Enabled Yes No
Telnet Enabled Yes No
Virtual Port Enabled Yes No
Host Addressing (IP Address or Host Name) . . . OR
Here I Am Interval (sec)
TCP/IP Connection Port
TCP/IP Listen Port
Login Password
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