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Aperio Wireless Doors

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Aperio Wireless Doors

Overview

Aperio wireless door lock integration allows Inception systems to manage wireless locks via the Intelligent LAN Access Module (ILAM). This feature, included from Inception release 6.0, provides a cost-effective solution for doors where hardwiring is difficult or expensive.

Hardware Requirements

  • Controller: Inception (v6.0 or higher).
  • Module: ILAM.
    • Note: The Standard LAN Access Module (SLAM) does not support Aperio integration.
  • Capacity:
    • Maximum of 8 Hubs can be configured on an ILAM’s Reader RS485 LAN port.
    • Maximum of 8 locks overall per ILAM.
    • One ILAM supports up to 8 doors total (combined hardwired and wireless).
  • Hub Wiring: Hubs are wired in parallel (Daisy chain recommended) to the Reader RS485 LAN port of the host ILAM using twisted-pair cable (90-120 Ohm impedance).
  • Termination: Both ends of the RS485 LAN bus must be terminated.
    • Aperio Hubs: DIP Switch 8 ON at each end of the bus, OFF for all other hubs.
    • Host ILAM: Fit the “Reader RS485 LAN” termination link if the ILAM is at one end.
  • Pull-up/Pull-down: Enable once per bus. DIP Switches 6 and 7 ON on one communication hub only.

Pairing Procedure (Enrolment)

Before configuring in Inception, locks must be paired to their respective Hubs using the third-party Aperio Programming Application.

Inception Enrolment Steps:

  1. Navigate to [Configuration > Hardware].
  2. Locate the unconfigured ILAM in the Unconfigured Modules list.
  3. Upon initial configuration, a dialog will appear. Select Aperio RF as the door type.
    • Note: Previously configured ILAMs can have their door type changed by selecting the module and clicking Change ILAM Door Type.
  4. The Hardware Wizard will launch, guiding the traversal through module settings and individual lock configuration.

Door Configuration

The setup process for Aperio locks in Inception mirrors hardwired doors, with a few specific differences:

Lock Settings

  • Aperio Lock EAC Number: Enter the calculated EAC number found in the Aperio Programming Application.
  • Reed Enabled: Determines if Inception monitors the lock’s reed input. Enabling this automatically creates:
    • A Hardware Input under [Inputs > Hardware Inputs].
    • Calculated Inputs for Door Open Too Long and Door Forced under [Inputs > Calculated Inputs].
  • Reader Assignment: Inception automatically assigns the Aperio lock’s single reader as the Outside Reader. Inside Readers cannot be manually set for Aperio doors.
  • Door Auxiliary: The physical lock auxiliary on the ILAM is reserved by the Aperio door and cannot be used for other purposes, even though it is not physically controlling a lock.

Credential Support

  • SIFER-Aperio: Standard SIFER cards (Site Code + Card Number) require special SIFER-Aperio (Part: IR-994614A) cards to work with Aperio locks.
  • HID SEOS: Supported with a 26-bit payload; requires a matching Credential Template in Inception.
  • PINs: Supported for locks with built-in keypads. PIN length and transmission behavior are defined in the Aperio Programming Application.

Behaviour

  • Offline Behaviour: If the ILAM is offline to the Controller but the Lock/Hub are online to the ILAM, access is processed using the ILAM’s internal 100,000 card offline database.
  • Lock Offline: If the lock is offline to the Hub, it reverts to its pre-defined Aperio system behavior (e.g., using a backup/override card).
  • Battery Low: Aperio locks transmit a “Battery Low” status which Inception reports as “Door Locked (Battery Low)” or “Door Unlocked (Battery low).” The battery check interval is configured per-lock in the Aperio Programming Application and may take hours or days to report depending on settings.

Troubleshooting

  • Door events not coming through: Confirm the Aperio Lock EAC Number correctly matches the address in the Aperio Programming Application. Ensure the EAC address is 120 or less.
  • Missing “Wireless Lock Offline” Status: Due to integration limitations, locks that have never “checked in” with their hub will display as “Locked” rather than “Wireless Lock Offline”.
  • DOTL Warnings: Aperio locks cannot signal a DOTL warning device locally. A separate warning device must be controlled via an Inception Automated Action triggered by the “Held Open Too Long” state.
  • Door Forced: Inception does not process a mechanical Door Forced from Aperio locks. Instead, the Forced state is calculated from the door state and reed input. This means false Forced alarms are possible if the lock state and Inception door state are out of sync.
  • Free Access Discrepancy: For Aperio V3 locks, the heartbeat is ~10 seconds. For older versions, updates may take longer, meaning a door might appear “Unlocked” in Inception but still be physically locked until the next poll.

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