Linear BluePass 2N1-BTPRX User manual

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BluePass
2-N-1 BluePass Multi-Tech Reader Manual
Installation
Instructions

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Reader Wiring......................................................................1
Cable Requirements............................................................1
Output Formats....................................................................1
Grounding............................................................................1
Power..................................................................................1
Voltage.................................................................................1
Connection..........................................................................1
Mullion Mounting.................................................................3
Single-Gang Mounting.........................................................4
Setting Up anAccount.........................................................4
FrequentlyAsked Questions................................................5
Troubleshooting...................................................................6
Certifications........................................................................6
Introduction
The Linear 2-N-1 BluePass Multi-Tech Reader is a combination
legacy proximity card reader and an advanced Bluetooth Low
Energy all-in-one reader. This reader is intended for use in
conjunction with an access control system that manages physical
accesstoaprotectedarea.Thisreaderallowsforanaccessrequest
to be transmitted to a control panel using the industry standard
Wiegandprotocol. End-userscanpresentanycombination of125
KHz prox cards and Fobs, or Bluetooth Low Energy Credentials
via a supported smart device such as Android and Apple mobile
devicesto request access using theLinear 2-N-1 BluePass Multi-
Tech Reader.
Thisguideisintendedasabriefreferenceusedbyanexperienced
technician. For additional information, please visit the Linear
website at https://bluepasscloud.io.
Mounting Provisions
Thisreadersupportsbothsingle-gangandmullion-mounthousings
and is intended for both indoor and outdoor installations.
The installation and wiring of this reader must be done in
accordance with the National Electric Code andANSI/NFPA70.
Model: 2N1-BTPRX
Ordering Part Number: 820-00001
2-N-1 BluePass Multi-Tech Reader, BLE/125 KHz
Mullion Mount
Single-gang Mount
with Adaptor Plate
(Adaptor included in packaging)
Contents

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Cable Requirements
Belden 9535 or equivalent. Multi-conductor stranded with foil shield, minimum 24AWG. Maximum length 400ft (152m).
Output Formats
26 to 37-bit Wiegand formats.
Grounding
Shield must run continuously from the reader to the panel. At the panel, the reader ground, shield line, and earth ground must be
connected together at a single point.
Notes:
• Do not ground the shield line at the reader end, as this will create a potential ground loop.
• Ensure the shield foil and wire are taped and not exposed.
Power
A non-switching power supply at the panel is recommended to power the reader for the highest noise immunity and best performance.
We recommend using Linear’s stand-alone power supplies for optimum performance.
Voltage
• Current Draw: 100 - 200 mAtypical, 225 mAmax peak @ 12 VDC in low-power mode.
• At the Reader: +5.5 - 16 VDC. 12.0 VDC is recommended.Aregulated power supply and 12 VDC at the reader is recommended
for best operation.
Note: The reader is in Low Power Mode by default. High-Power Mode can be configured via the PhoneApp.
Connection
Connections must be in accordance with NFPA70.
WARNING: DO NOT connect this reader’s power supply to a receptacle controlled by a switch.
Reader Wiring Wiegand
Conductor Purpose
Red DC +6 VDC - 16 VDC
Black Ground
Green Data 0
White Data 1
Purple Red LED
Orange Buzzer
Yellow Card Present
Blue Green LED
Drain Shield Ground
Voltage: +5.5 VDC – 16.0 VDC (12 VDC Nominal) at the reader
Curent Draw: 100 - 200 mA(typical @ 12 VDC), 225 mAmax
peak @ 12 VDC low-power mode.

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Overview
The Linear BluePass Multi-Tech Reader provides a simple
and convenient way to leverage state of the art BLE mobile
credentials for access control. Whether for a new site installation
oranupgradeofanexistingsystem,realizing,realizingthepower
of mobile credentials is a very simple process. In this guide, we
will walk you through setting up and configuring the necessary to
get started.
There are several major components in the Linear BluePass
ecosystem solution illustrated in this guide:
1. TheLinearBluePassCloud –Thisisaweb-basedportal used
by the dealer/installer/facility administrator to manage mobile
credentials.
Portal functionality includes the following for issuing and
managing electronic credentials:
a. Redeem store, and distribute your Credential-To-Go™
cards for mobile credential credits.
b. Define top level Organizations in which end-users have
access to via mobile credentials.
c. Issue mobile credentials to end-users for access to an
Organization.
d. Manage existing BLE credentials, their associated
WiegandIDs,andviewreportsonthenumberofcredential
credits remaining for issuance.
2. The BluePass Mobile Application – This mobile app is
available for both iOS and Android and is intended for use
by end-users of an organization to gain entry to a protected
area using a BluePass Multi-Tech Reader. This app displays
virtual credentials assigned for use when the app is opened.
Under normal circumstances, the app runs in the background
Mounting the Reader
Mounting Location
If the unit is used to control a door or pedestrian gate, locate the
unit as near as practical to the entry point. If the unit is mounted
on or in a wall adjacent to the entry point, ensure the wall is
sturdy. The repeated shock and vibration from a slamming door
or spring-loaded pedestrian gate must be isolated from the unit.
Note: Placing a unit directly on a moving door or gate will
damage the reader’s sensitive functionality.
Choose a well-lit location near the controlled opening. Wiring
access for power, network, and earth ground must be available
to the mounting location. This reader supports both single-gang
and mullion-mount applications and is intended for both indoor
and outdoor installations.
The installation and wiring of this reader must be done in
accordance with the National Electric Code andANSI/NFPA70.
Mullion Mount Single-gang Mount
with Adaptor Plate
of the user’s mobile device, transmitting the end-user BLE
credential to the reader when the user activates the reader’s
capacitive touch sensor, typically by touching the reader.
a. TheInstaller Permission Credential +the BluePassAPP–
Isdesignedspecifically for the dealer/installerto configure
and manage BluePass Multi-Tech Readers installed at
the Organizations they manage. This type of credential is
granted by checking the installer Permission box located
at the bottom of the “Add User” page.
This Permission allows theAdministrators/Installers to:
b. Enroll (assign) your reader to a specific Organization
configured in the Dealer Portal account.
i. Change setup configurations of individual reader
hardware, such as BLE range requirements for
acceptance of access requests, and the reader
power setting for LED intensity and animations.
ii. Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware upgrades and
advanced version reporting.
3. TheLinearBluePassMulti-TechReader–This is the physical
reader hardware that supports a standard mullion-style or
U.S. single-gang mounting installation. The reader supports
26 to 37-bit HID™ compatible 125 KHz Wiegand prox cards,
as well as the Linear BluePass Mobile Credential. The
reader is configured using the Linear Dealer/Installer Mobile
Application during installation.
4. Note: There is no separate Linear Dealer/Installer Mobile
Application. It is the type of credential sent that opens up
additional functionality in the commonAPP.

3
Mullion Mounting
The reader can be mounted on a wall or any suitable flat surface. The Mullion-mounted BluePass Reader can be installed as a new
device, or replace an existing one. Depending on the mounting location, new mounting screws may be necessary. These instructions
assume no previous mounting hardware exists.
To properly mount the BluePass Reader, perform the following steps:
1. Identify a suitable location for mounting with proper power
supply.
2. Mark location on wall for mounting screws approximately 3
inches apart with the power supply wires in center.
3. Drill two holes.
4. Install wall anchors to support mounting screws.
5. Feed power cable through mounting bracket’s center
opening.
6. Place mounting bracket on wall, aligning screw mounting
positions with wall anchors.
7. Insert two (2) screws.
8. Connect Reader wires to corresponding Wiegand wiring on
panel.
9. Connect the power supply wires to BluePass Reader.
Note: Ensure power supply is not energized until all wires
are properly connected and terminated.
10. Feed excess cable into wall.
11. Mount BluePass Reader into upper and lower mounting
stubs.
Once completed, the BluePass LED ring will illuminate amber.
The administrator establishes the proper online credentials
profiles that enables the reader to function properly.After
the profiles are created and the initial scan is complete, the
illumination ring will change to blue.
ADAMounting Height Requirements
ADAhas certain height and reach requirements to allow
access for persons in wheelchairs.
• Keypads should be mounted so that the top of the number
touchpad is no more than 48” above the finished floor with no
obstructions in locations where wheelchair access is available only
from the front.
• Keypads should be mounted so that the top of the number
touchpad is no more than 54” above the finished floor with
no obstructions in locations where the wheelchair has
sideways access.
SCREW
MOUNTING
POSITIONS
UPPER
MOUNTING
STUBS
LOWER
MOUNTING
STUB
BluePass Reader Mullion Mounting Bracket

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Single-Gang Mounting
The reader can be mounted on a wall or any suitable flat surface. The Single-Gang mounted BluePass Reader can be installed as
a new device, or replace an existing one. If the BluePass Reader is replacing a legacy device, the Single-Gang mounting method is
recommended.Themountingplate canbeutilizedto covervarioussizedholesin thewall’ssurface.Dependingonthe mountinglocation,
new mounting screws may be necessary. These instructions assume no previous mounting hardware exists.
Follow these steps to properly mount a
single-gang BluePass Reader:
1. Identify a suitable location for mounting with proper power
supply.
2. Mark location on wall for mounting screws approximately 3
inches apart with power supply in center.
3. Drill two holes.
4. Install wall anchors to support mounting screws.
5. Feed power cable through mounting bracket’s center opening.
IN READER OUT READER
Note: A green wire pigtail for
earth ground is provided in all
enclosures. Reader shields
must be properly grounded per
manufacturers installation
requirements.
12V
LED
BUZZ
GND
IN D0
IN D1
OUT D0 OUT D1
12V
LED
BUZZ
GND
IN D0
IN D1
OUT D0 OUT D1
RED GRN
SILVER
BLKWHT RED GRN
SILVER
BLKWHT
BLUBLU
BluePass Reader Wiring Diagram
6. Place mounting bracket on wall, aligning screw mounting
positions with wall anchors.
7. Screw in two (2) screws.
8. Connect Reader wires to corresponding Wiegand wiring on
panel.
9. Connect the power supply wires to BluePass Reader.
Note: Ensure power supply is not energized at time until all
wires are properly connected and terminated.
10. Feed excess cable into wall.
11. MountBluePassReaderuntoupperandlowermountingstubs.
Once connected, the illumination ring will change to a default color of blue after the reader has been enrolled into an organization by the
the installer.
Setting Up an Account
Log onto https://bluepasscloud.io to set up an account.An Installer credential is required to configure the readers and test the system.
Standard125Khzcredentialscanbereadbytouching the reader.Theledringwill flash indicating it is ready for the usertopresentacard
or fob. The unit will beep if recognized but not enrolled. The BluePass reader LED will turn green if enrolled in the system the reader is
connected with.
BluePass Reader Single-Gang Mounting Bracket
SCREW
MOUNTING
POSITIONS
UPPER
MOUNTING
STUBS
LOWER
MOUNTING
STUB
SINGLE-GANG
MOUNTING
PLATE
Note: If a single gang box already exists there is no need to drill any
holes as the holes in the reader line up with the standard spacing for the
mounting of light switches and wall receptacle

5
Frequently Asked Questions
How much power does the BluePass Reader use?
• 100 - 200 mAtypical, 225 mAmax peak @ 12 VDC low-power mode. Bright light power mode available.
• High power mode - 120 mA@ 12 VDC
What voltage does the reader require?
• +5.5 - 16 VDC at the reader. Regulated power supply and 12 VDC at the reader is recommended for best operation.
What prox cards does the reader support?
• The reader supports HID™ compatible 26 - 37-bit 125KHz Wiegand formats
Other bit formats will be supported in the future with OTAreader firmware updates.
What card technologies are supported?
• 125 KHz Prox and Bluetooth Low Energy
Which RFID modulations are supported?
• EM4102 (ASK modulation)
• ISOProx II (HID™ Prox II H10301 compatible FSK modulation)
Does the reader support RS-485/OSDP?
• Not at this time.
How can it replace an existing reader?
• Swapping of an existing 26 to 37-bit 125 KHz reader with a new BluePass Reader and is simple and easy with common
Wiegand wiring.
What do I do if I am replacing a single-gang reader with this mullion reader?
• The mullion reader comes with a U.S. single-gang adaptor plate. The mounting holes are aligned with the most common mullion
readers on the market.
Does the reader require any special access control panel features to work?
• No. The Reader is compatible with most preexisting access control panel that supports standard Wiegand protocol input/output.
MobileApplications
What phones/devices are supported?
• AnyApple device running iOS 10.0 or higher
• Android devices runningAndroid v5.0 (Lollipop) or higher that supports BLE peripheral mode.
Does the Linear App have to be running in the foreground or “active” to enter a door?
• No, as long as the app has been launched after the phone is powered on, it can run silently in the background without any further
interaction by the user needed to enter a door, except for presenting the phone to the reader.
Do I have to present my phone to the reader to enter a door?
• The allowed distance between reader and mobile device is configurable by the facility manager on a per reader basis. The range
can be restricted such that a user must present the mobile device to the reader much like a legacy prox card.Alternatively the
range setting can be relaxed allowing the user to simply wave their hand near the reader and leave the mobile device in their
pocket, backpack, or purse when requesting access.
• We strongly recommend that in most cases the BLE range settings of the readers be set to the shortest range possible to prevent
inadvertent access into the building and for the highest level of security.
How do I receive Bluetooth Credentials to a building?
• You will receive an email from your facility manager to download the mobile application and mobile credential.
Select the link for each step to successfully download the app and accept the credential.
How do I get the mobile app?
• Typically, you will download the apps via theApp Store for iOS and the Play Store forAndroid.
Do I have to have an internet connection to enter a door using a mobile key?
• No, once you have accepted the BluePass Mobile Credential on your mobile device it is securely stored on the device and
requires no network connectivity to request access to a door. Only Bluetooth is required.
Are mobile keys secure?
• The BluePass Mobile Credential uses the CORE™ platform which features a robust security architecture. It is based on the
largest mobile key platform in the world with more than 135 million access transactions to date. Credentials featureAES128
encryption using a PKI implementation that meets or exceeds industry standard best practices.
As a facility manager, how do I issue, modify or revoke mobile credentials for my users?
• Facility managers have access to a simple web portal that allows them to redeem credential credits using Credential-To-Go™
cards, create new end-users, or modify existing end-users. These actions take effect immediately on the end-user mobile device.
Note: Additional FAQ information can be found by visiting https://bluepasscloud.io.

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Certifi cations
Troubleshooting
FCC Compliance Statement: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and,
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Product can be used without license conditions or restrictions in all European Union countries, including Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Luxembourg, The Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, and the United Kingdom, as well
as other non-EU countries, including Iceland, Norway, and Switzerland.
Nortek Security and Control LLC reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
Issue CorrectiveAction
The reader will not read cards and fobs. Check cardsand fobs toensure theyare HID™compatible 26
to 37-bit 125 KHz RFID.
End-user was issued credentials and replaced their mobile
devicewithanewer model.Theydownloadedthe app and used
their original e-mail invite link to reinstall credentials on their
new device. The installation was unsuccessful.
BluePass mobile credentials are only good for the life of the
original mobile device. Once a new device is purchased, new
credentials are required, even if the phone number and email
have not changed.
I installed the system in a multi-tenant residential condominium
complex. The property management company wants to re-use
mobile credentials from departing tenants, reissuing them to
the new tenants moving in. Is there an option in the dashboard
to repurpose the same credentials without having to buy them
each time this happens?
No. BluePass Credentials are tied to specific mobile devices.
The only way the property management firm could do this is if
they owned the mobile devices, repurposing the device from
a departing tenant to a new tenant. A more viable and less
expensive option would be to use BluePass Bluetooth fobs.
Our customer wants to fully migrate away from 125 KHz cards
andfobs, turning offthat portion of thereader so itwill only read
the Bluetooth-based credentials. Can I turn off that portion of
the reader?
Currently, you cannot turn off the 125 KHz portion of a reader.
My customer has a home access control system and has
programmed it so he can use the same fob that he uses
to access the building at his work, he simply programmed
the same legacy credential ID number from his fob into his
home system. This makes it convenient, requiring him to
only need one credential. Does the BluePass system allow
for the same thing?
No. The system is specific to each organization. Your
customer’s home reader will not read the employer’s
BluePass credential at all. The customer will need to have
two BluePass credentials; one for home and one for work.
When the customer replaces their mobile device, two new
credentials will need to be purchased.
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