Profile Series v.N2 with Aperio™ Wireless Lock Technology
Wireless Possibilities for Online Access Control All over the world, there is a growing demand for higher security and easier installations Customers have expressed a need for a technology providing Higher security level than mechanical locks Easier installation than traditional wired openings Affordable price All over the world, there is a growing demand for higher security and easier installations. At ASSA ABLOY, we’ve listened to our customers and understand your need for higher security than mechanical locks and easier installation than traditional wired openings, all at an affordable price. We believe the answer is a wireless solution that is truly easy.
The Security Continuum Solutions for Every Opening The Security Continuum represents a range of technologies from ASSA ABLOY that pairs the appropriate locking technology to the specific requirements of each opening. Careful consideration of each opening based on usage requirements allows proper selection of access control, enhancing the security of a facility and keeping costs in line. The SARGENT Profile Series v.N2 lock with Aperio technology falls within the wireless segment of the Continuum, providing a balance between cost and capabilities that makes it ideal for medium security openings.
Introducing Aperio™ A global wireless platform from ASSA ABLOY Utilizes local wireless communication between the lock(s) and an Aperio hub to connect to an online electronic access control system Eliminates the greatest cost and inconvenience of traditional access control – the wiring at the door Aperio technology is a global wireless platform that eliminates the greatest cost and inconvenience of traditional access control – the wiring at the door – without the hassle of complex site surveys. Aperio utilizes local wireless communication between the lock and an Aperio hub to connect to an online electronic access control system. It gives you an easy, cost effective way to expand the reach of existing access control panels and secure additional openings.
Part of a Global Wireless Platform Available in a range of lock types to support: Various types of openings Local requirements in regions throughout the world Profile Series and Incepta™ Series Locks Ideal for institutional and commercial applications Cabinet Lock Ideal for cabinets, lockers & drawers – in applications such as healthcare, higher education, and IT eForce® Aluminum and Glass Narrow Stile Locks Ideal for retail applications eCylinder Ideal upgrade to existing mechanical door hardware Aperio is the first truly global solution for access control. It is available in different form factors to support the requirements of different regions throughout the world. The reach of this technology illustrates ASSA ABLOY’s commitment to the platform. There is significant investment in product across the world, including ongoing development and support for future expansion. Whether you are a global customer or not, you will benefit from a global team dedicated to product development and support. In North America, Aperio technology will initially be available in these form factors, with ongoing expansion across the entire spectrum of ASSA ABLOY door opening solutions.
Aperio™ History Deployed in EMEA starting mid-2009 3000 Aperio locks were deployed in EMEA by the end of 2010 Over 1000 Aperio locks installed in the new headquarters of a major French energy company Global development Joint collaboration with ASSA ABLOY global development team Localized lock development in EMEA, APAC, and North America Global acceptance North American access control system market integration More than 50% by end of 2012 50+ access control system integrations in EMEA Multiple integrations in APAC As a global technology, you can feel confident selecting Aperio enabled locks like the Incepta Series. Support from ASSA ABLOY’s global development team and an established footprint worldwide demonstrate its success to date and assure future growth and expansion.
Easily Expand the Reach of Existing Electronic Access Control Systems Wired Access Control Door Aperio Enabled Door Aperio Technology allows facilities to secure additional doors by leveraging your existing access control system. It increases the security and accountability of your building and its occupants without the expense or hassle of traditional access control. The illustration you see here shows the impact that this solution can have on the overall security of a facility. While wired access control is still recommended for certain openings, wireless technology like Aperio is ideal for adding access control to medium security doors.
Traditional EAC Topology Traditional access control requires complex wiring around the door, including wiring through the frame regardless of the type of locking device in use. This can be extremely costly and in some cases not possible due to building construction or historical considerations.
Aperio™ System Topology This diagram shows the topology of Aperio. The system is made up of three main components – the EAC infrastructure, the Aperio hub and the Aperio enabled lockset. The hub connects to the EAC system either via RS-485 for use with approved access control partner systems or via Wiegand when used with legacy systems or if no partner systems are in place. The wiring that has been eliminated in this topology is typically the most expensive and time consuming to put in place during an EAC lock installation.
Aperio™ System Topology This diagram shows the Aperio topology with a Mercury based EAC system. The system is made up of three main components – the EAC infrastructure, the Aperio hub and the Aperio enabled lockset. The hub connects to the Mercury controller via RS-485 wiring. Again, the wiring that has been eliminated is typically the most expensive and time consuming part of an EAC lock installation.
Sargent Profile Series v.N2 Hardware Features SARGENT Grade 1 hardware Mortise lock Cylindrical lock Exit device (mortise, rim) 14 Finishes 49+ decorative levers Cylinder override Compatible with the majority of cylinders, including SARGENT patented high security cylinders The SARGENT Profile Series v.N2 is built on Sargent Grade 1 hardware, and is available in: 8200 Series mortise lock 10 Line cylindrical lock 80 Series exit device It is available in 14 different finishes and over 49 decorative levers on the mortise lock and exit device. The N2 also has a wide variety of cylinder options to choose from, including SARGENT patented high security cylinders as well as compatibility with many customers’ existing key systems.
Profile Series v.N2 Access Control Features Aperio based 80,000 access events using six AA batteries AES 128-bit encryption Available with HID® 125 kHz prox or 13.56 MHz iCLASS® reader Full iCLASS authentication Max users? Max schedules? Max events? All decisions are made by the EAC system Aperio-enabled locks are bound only by the limits of the system Alarms? Provides Door Position, REX, Tamper, and Low Battery as signals to the EAC system The Access Control features of the v.N2 are also very important considerations. The Controller provides 80,000 activations – an activation can be a card read, a rex, a DPS state change, etc. 80,000 activations in typical use will provide at least a year of battery life. The lock and the hub communicate via an AES 128 encrypted link. The unique AES key is generated for each site. The Profile Series v.N2 is available with HID® 125 kHz prox or 13.56 MHz iCLASS® reader. For iCLASS, the reader reads the application area of the iCLASS credential, which is the secure area. This is not a CSN read. Please note at this time, there is no support for CSN reads of other smart card types. Many times people give information related to how many users a lockset can hold. In this case, because all decisions are made by the EAC system, the lock is limited only by the system to which it is connected. Also, by providing the traditional contact information, users can configure an Aperio opening in much the same way they configure a traditional opening today.
Aperio Hub Specifications Wireless Communication IEEE 802.15.4 (2.4 GHz) Wireless Range 45 Feet / 15 Meters EAC Communication RS-485 Wiegand (Q2 2011) Power 8 – 24vdc Security AES 128 Capacity RS-485 1 to 1 RS-485 1 to 8 Wiegand 1 to 1 The Aperio hub utilizes IEEE 802.15.4 – this is the standard that Zigbee, and many other low power frequencies are based on. Because it uses a shorter range, site surveying is simple – 45 feet and two walls between the hub and a lock are the only factors an installer needs to consider. Multiple input powers and communication standards allow for simple integration into existing infrastructure. The hub is available in two different capacities: 1 to 1 – A lock is paired to a hub; if you had 8 locks you would need 8 hubs 1 to 8 – more than one lock can be paired with a hub – meaning if you had 6 locks – all 6 locks could use with one hub if they were within 45 feet of it.
Mercury Hub Information Aperio hubs are available in a Mercury-powered version 1 to 1 configuration Mercury hubs are only available directly from approved access control partners Easy integration with Mercury- based systems Hubs are configured and setup just like a standard Mercury panel Simple training and deployment for integrators Mercury hubs are available for simple integration into Mercury based systems. Please note – the hubs are specific to the access control partner. If the access control partner does not sell the Aperio hubs, there is no way to obtain a compatible hub for that system. On a Mercury based system, the hub will set up and be discovered in the same way as an MR50.
Installation Process Identify EAC panel with capacity If none available, install new panel Determine placement for Aperio hub 45’ line of sight Run wire from EAC panel to hub Address and configure hub Install Aperio hardware Pair Aperio hardware and hub This step may be done already if 1:1, but is always required for 1:8 Verify connectivity through EAC interface Done! These are the simple steps required for installing the v.N2: Identify EAC panel with capacity. If none available, install new panel Capacity means an available 485 port and that it has room for additional readers, IE 16 reader controller, without 16 readers already connected. Determine placement for Aperio hub (must be with 45’ line of sight, with no more than two standard commercial walls between the lock and hub) Run wire from EAC panel to hub Address and configure hub Addressing and configuration is covered during the CI class as well as in the hub instruction manuals. Install Aperio hardware Pair Aperio hardware and hub (pairing is the process of joining a aperio device and the hub – this sets up the secure communication between the devices.) This step may be done already if 1:1, but is always required for 1:8 Verify connectivity through EAC interface Done!
Benefits of the Profile Series with Aperio™ Wireless Technology Improved security and accountability Opportunity for expanded access control provides a higher level of security and accountability for property and personnel Reuse of existing investments An alternative lower cost method to extend the access control footprint of your current access control system Investment in Aperio™ infrastructure can be re-used for expansion to other products in the Aperio family Real-time access right control Ability to grant and revoke user rights in real time at wireless openings SARGENT hardware Industry leading Grade 1 hardware offers the highest degree of physical security available in access control locks Aesthetics Can be used with other Profile Series products for a consistent aesthetic throughout a facility Benefits of the Profile Series v.N2 with Aperio technology include: Improved security and accountability The opportunity for expanded access control provides a higher level of security and accountability for property and personnel Reuse of existing investments It provides an alternative lower cost method to extend the access control footprint of your current access control system Your investment in Aperio™ infrastructure can be re-used for expansion to other products in the Aperio family Real-time access right control – It provides the ability to grant and revoke user rights in real time at wireless openings SARGENT hardware - Industry leading Grade 1 hardware offers the highest degree of physical security available in access control locks Aesthetics – This lock can be used with other Profile Series products for a consistent aesthetic throughout a facility.
ASSA ABLOY Wireless Aperio Frequent changes to access privileges at an opening EAC infrastructure with capacity, in an accessible location Access control hardware needed for both traditional and non-traditional access control openings Door is candidate for online access control – cost is the main barrier WiFi Infrequent changes or notice prior to access changes WiFi infrastructure is readily available and is approved security infrastructure Little, inaccessible or no EAC infrastructure Door is a candidate for stand-alone access control, but requires greater flexibility and control With the introduction of Aperio, SARGENT now offers two complementary wireless access control solutions. This chart provides a quick reference that can help guide you in selecting the right technology for each opening, based on its requirements. Aperio Frequent changes to access privileges at an opening EAC infrastructure with capacity, in an accessible location Access control hardware needed for both traditional and non-traditional access control openings Door is candidate for online access control – cost is the main barrier WiFi Infrequent changes or notice prior to access changes WiFi infrastructure is readily available and is approved security infrastructure Little, inaccessible or no EAC infrastructure Door is a candidate for stand-alone access control, but customer needs greater flexibility and control This chart is meant to be a quick reference for openings that might be a good fit for either of the ASSA ABLOY wireless solutions.
Conclusion Aperio is a global wireless platform that offers: A cost-effective alternative to traditional access control solutions The same real-time communication as traditional access control The ability to address a wide range of security requirements A platform for future growth and expansion An easy, cost effective way to expand the reach of existing access control systems and secure additional openings Aperio technology is a global wireless platform that eliminates the greatest cost and inconvenience of traditional access control – the wiring at the door – without the hassle of complex site surveys. Simple installation enables access control at openings that would typically be too costly, while maintaining the same control as a traditional solution Aperio technology allows for future growth as well as a number of products to address a wide range of security requirements. Aperio offers an easy, cost effective way to expand the reach of existing access control systems and secure additional openings.
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