KBF-2SC Fingerprint Reader Setup

1.0 Introduction

Setting up a KBF-2SC reader on a new installation is a three step process. Each of these steps is covered in its own document:

• BioManager Software Installation
• CNV-1000 Converter Setup - (used to connect to the BioSync via ethernet)
• BioSync KBF-2SC Reader Setup
  
  

Notes:

• The current version of the BioManager software is version 2.0 (at the time of writing). You can download the latest version from the Software Downloads >> Supporting Software section of the Kerisys website.
• You will need to register an account at www.kerisys.com to have access to the software downloads section.
  
  
  
  

This guide explains the process of wiring the BioSync to the controller, connecting to the BioSync for the first time, configuring the reader then enrolling user's cards, fingerprints and PINs (when using a 3KP reader).

The KBF-2SC is a surface mount fingerprint reader with integrated Mifare reader (13.56MHz). It has a programmable Wiegand output (8 to 128 bits) making it compatible with any controller that confirms to the Wiegand standard. Offering storage of 9,500 fingerprints (or unlimited when using Finger on Card mode). The Mifare reader is compatible with Mifare Classic 1K & 4K, Ultralight, Desfire; Finger on Card (Classic and Desfire) Smart cards.

Notes:
- When using the PXL controller the controller will process up to 31 Wiegand bits.
- When using an NXT RIM the controller will read up to 64 Wiegand bits

The reader features a rugged SteelCoat protective coating, a multi-color LED bar to indicate access status (amber, red and green - externally controlled by the controller) and a tamper switch output that can trigger an event in the Doors.NET software.

If an attempt is made to open the reader casing the tamper output is activated (the tamper wires; gray and blue should be wired into an available input, such as on an NXT 4x4 module or an unassigned input on an NXT or MSC controller).

2.0 Set the Correct Card Type

The KBF-2SC is a combination fingerprint and proximity (Mifare) card reader. It is configurable via a dip switch (located on the rear of the unit). You can use dip switch 1 to covert between a 7 byte UID (56 bit CSN) or a 4 byte UID (32 bit CSN). When switch 1 is in the ON position it is set to read a 32 bit Mifare CSN, OFF is for 56 bits.

1. Ensure the power is OFF at the reader.
2. Use a small flat-head screwdriver to set the correct card type on the dip switch.
3. Power ON the reader.

3.0 Mounting Instructions

If the biometric reader is installed and used outdoors, the reader MUST be fitted with MCD-MINI cover - available as an accessory in order to protect the sensor from direct rainfall. The operating temperature of the product is between -15ºC - + 60ºC. If the reader is installed in an environment where the temperature can drop below -10ºC or/and if the sensor could only be exposed to direct sunlight, it is strongly recommended to install the reader inside a third party sealed wall mount box (fitted with additional heater if very low temperature) to keep a constant sensor level performance.

Keri Systems™ cannot guarantee the functionality of the product if recommended measures and advice are not followed. It is also strongly recommended to use double technology biometric readers when use outdoor to offer first a higher level of security but also the possibility to use different readers depending on users.

Note: On the reverse of the KBF-2SC you will see a white label which displays a wiring diagram and the device ID/serial number - you should make a note of this serial number as it is required during setup.

4.0 Wiring Instructions

4.1 Wiring to the NXT RM3 (Reader Interface Module)

RM3 Notes:

• On the Reader Interface Module (RM3) - the J3 jumper should be set to pins 1 and 2. This will provide 12VDC to the BioSync reader and when correctly set the D10 LED should be solid red.
• If you are using a Wiegand-only R3M module, ensure the reader is using firmware version 03.03.10 - this will correctly set the BioSync LED mode.
• IMPORTANT: If you have an NXT 4x4 module connected on the same bus as the BioSync, you MUST use a separate power supply to power the BioSync.
• An NXT-RM3 is only supported on the NXT and MSC controllers.

4.2 Wiring to the PXL-500W Controller

PXL Notes:

• On the PXL-500W controller, the JP5 jumper should be set to pins 1 and 2 - this will provide 12VDC to the BioSync and on the PXL-500W LED10 will be solid red.

4.3 Wiring to a Mercury EP or LP Controller (i.e EP1502/LP1502)

EP/LP Controller Notes

• BioSync fingerprint readers have two LED lines but the EP/LP controllers only have one LED pin-out. This is overcome by wiring the red LED wire into the buzzer pin-out (pin 4) and in Doors.NET you have to set the BioSync reader as being a Dual LED reader type.
  
  - In Doors.NET go to Setup >> Hardware Setup >> All.
  
  - Locate and highlight the reader in the hardware tree.
  
  - Ensure Advanced View is enabled for the reader properties.
  
  - Locate LED/Buzzer.
  
  - Set the reader for Separate Red and Green, No Buzzer.
  
  
  
  This will set the controller to use the buzzer for controlling the second LED line.
  
  
• When using B100 readers with EP/LP controllers in Doors.NET, you have to use custom LED Modes to define the LED behavior for the various reader modes (access granted, access denied, locked, unlocked, lockdown, etc). Setting up and using Custom LED Modes is covered in a separate section and available as a standalone document (part # - 02315-001).

General Notes

• The shield wire connects with the black (Ground) wire at the controller. At the reader side they are kept separate to prevent a ground loop.
• The BioSync readers can be connected to virtually any controller that conforms to Wiegand format standards (standard 26-bit or a custom Wiegand format).
• The maximum reader cable run distance for the BioSync readers is 500ft/150m (as per industry standard specifications) - but ensure there is sufficient power at the end of the cable run.
• Typically the BioSync readers will be powered from the controller, so ensure the controller power supply outputs enough current for the controller and all of the connected devices. If you have NXT 4x4 module connected to the same controller bus as the reader; you should have a separate power supply for the reader.
• When using a separate power supply for the BioSync, connect the Ground for both devices to ensure correct transfer of the Wiegand signal.
• The current draw of the BioSync KBF-2SC is 200mA max.
• When you have connected the reader to the controller and applied power, the BioSync LED bar should flash amber and the reader will beep twice.

5.0 Add the KBF-2SC to BioManager

The next section assumes that you have already installed the BioManager software and setup the CNV converter as a portal, only then will you be able to add the BioSync reader to the BioManager software.

Note: there is no maximum number of portals that can be added to the software. A system can use any number of CNV-1000 converters.

5.1 Log Into the BioManager Software

1. Double-click the BioManager Client icon located on the desktop.
   
   
2. If using BioManager for the first time you will be automatically logged into the client, otherwise you may be prompted for a user name and password.
3. On the left of the screen you should see a portal. An existing system will also have BioSync readers listed.

5.2 Scan for the BioSync

When using the CNV-1000 converter you can use the scan facility. Scanning will automatically detect the BioSync and therefore you do not initially have to know the device ID/serial number - this is the quickest and easiest method of adding the BioSync readers.

1. From within the BioManager software, right-click on the communication portal.
2. Select Search devices.
   
   
   
   
3. A 15-second timer will begin to count down.
4. The detected BioSync reader(s) will show in the search window.
5. Select the reader(s).
6. Click the ADD READER button.

5.3 Manual Add

The manual add option is useful if the hardware has not yet been installed but you want to begin setting up the system in advance.

1. Open the BioManager software via the client icon on the desktop.
   
   
   
   
2. Right-click on the Portal which should already be listed and select Add Reader.
   
   
   
   
3. The Add Reader window will appear.
4. Enter a description for the KBF-2SC.
5. Select the exact model (KBF-2SC) from the Type drop-down list.
6. Select the Wiegand output type - typically for the KBF-2SC this should be left at the default setting of Wiegand26.
   
   
   
   NOTE: Later in this guide there are details about how to add a new Mifare card format, for example; the 32-bit Card Serial Number (CSN).
   
   
7. On the reverse of the KBF-2SC you will see a white label which displays a wiring diagram and the unique device ID/serial number - you should make a note of this 9-digit number.
   
   
   
   
8. On the reader setup page enter the device ID/serial number.
   
   
   
   
9. For now, all other settings can be left at their default values.
10. Click the Save & Exit button.
    
    
    
    
11. In the live events grid you should see an online message for the reader.
    
    
    
    NOTE: At any time you can check if a reader is online via a right-click on the reader >> Check Version. In the event window you should see the online message.
    
    
12. You are now ready to start adding users and fingerprints.
    

6.0 Adding and Defining a New Wiegand Format

The KBF-2SC features an adjustable Wiegand protocol, allowing you to add a custom Wiegand format (from 8-128 bits in length). There are two default formats (standard 26-bit and standard 34-bit) and 3 custom formats. The next section covers the subject of using one of the custom formats set to the 32 bit Mifare CSN (where are all the bits are used for the unique card number).

6.1 Add 32 bit Mifare Card Serial Number (CSN) Format

NOTE: If using 32-bit Mifare CSN this format is already added to the Wiegand library effective from version 10 of the BioManager software.

The following process can be used for adding any new Wiegand format to BioManager format library.

1. To setup a new custom Wiegand format select the Wiegand menu from Settings.
   
   
   
   
2. The Wiegand setup window will appear.
   
   
   
   
3. From the drop-down list in the upper-left, select one of the custom formats.
   
   
   
   
4. Set the Wiegand parameters.
5. For the 32-bit Mifare CSN, select 32 from the Length (bits) drop-down list.
6. Click the APPLY button.
   
   
   
   
7. Enter the number 1 in place of the zero in cell #1. Cell #2 will be #2, cell #3 will be #3, etc
8. This continues all the way up to #32.
9. Your Wiegand data grid should then resemble the image below.
   
   
   
   
10. This instructs the reader to process all 32 bits as the card number.
11. When you have finished, press the SAVE button.
    
    
    
    
12. The custom format is now setup and ready to assign to the reader (via right click on the reader >> Properties >> Wiegand Type).

7.0 Enrolling 32 bit Mifare (CSN) Credentials

The following section explains how to add a 32-bit Mifare Card Serial Number (CSN). However, because the unique number is not printed on the card you first need to find out what the number is.

7.1 Detecting the Mifare Card Serial Number (CSN)

1. Once the custom format has been assigned to the reader you should also set the Entry mode to Card or Finger.
   
   
   
   
2. Press the SAVE & EXIT button.
   
   
   
   
3. Next, in Doors.NET go to Setup >> Credential Types.
4. Right-click and remove each of the existing active formats.
5. Click the Add Active Format button.
6. The format properties will be on the right.
7. Add a description for the 32 bit Mifare CSN format.
8. Select 32 bit Mifare (CSN) from the format drop-down list.
9. Then save.
   
   
   
   
10. This will now be the only active format for the controller.
11. If you present the Mifare card to the reader, Live Events should give you the unique Mifare number.
    
    
    
    
12. Keep a note of this number as it will be used for enrollment.
    

8.0 Enrolling the Credential Into BioManager

1. Double-click the Users icon.
2. Click NEW USER button.
   
   
   
   
3. Enter a new user name.
4. In the User IDs (Card numbers) field enter the Mifare CSN number (the number that appeared in Live Events).
   
   
   
   
5. Click the SAVE NEW button and the number will be sent to the BioSync.

9.0 Enrolling Fingerprints

Now that the credential has been enrolled, you are ready to enroll user fingerprints. The fingerprint is associated with the enrolled User ID number, this means if the reader is in Fingerprint-Only mode the same card number will be transmitted when the fingerprint is verified (the same as with all other reader modes) - There is not a separate enrolled number associated with the fingerprint.

Note: If you have users which will only use fingerprint enrollment you would have to enroll a number that will be transmitted when the fingerprint is verified.

1. Open an existing user record (which has a card/tag enrolled).
2. Click the Edit button.
   
   
   
   
3. In the fingerprint enrollment section, click on the BioSync reader that will be used for enrollment.
   
   
   
   
4. On the hands diagram of two handsright-click the small circle that corresponds to the finger you will be enrolling (for example; your right-index finger).
5. Select Enroll.
   
   
   
   
6. Place the finger on the sensor of the BioSync.
   
   
   
   
7. Leave the finger on the sensor for approx 2 seconds and you will hear a beep and see a momentary red LED .
8. In BioManager the small circle on the diagram will be red and there will be a number which indicates the verification % of the fingerprint.
   
   
   
   
9. Ensure the percentage is 75% or greater, then click the SAVE button.
   
   
   
   
10. The fingerprint will now be assigned to the user record and you will be able to use the BioSync in all three reader modes.

10.0 Changing the BioSync Reader Mode

The following steps explain how to change the user authentication operating mode of the reader.

1. In the BioManager software in the upper-left pane, right-click on the BioSync reader and select Properties.
2. From the BioSync reader properties window, locate Entry Mode.
   
   
   
   The available entry modes are:
   
   - Finger - You will only need your enrolled fingerprint to gain access
   - Card or Finger - You can use either your enrolled card or your enrolled finger to gain access
   - Card AND Finger - You will need to use your enrolled card and then present your enrolled finger to gain access.
   
   
   
   
3. Make your selection then click the Save and Exit button.

11.0 Enrolling the Users into Doors.NET

The same users now need to be added to Doors.NET because so far, the users only exist on the BioSync reader, (not at the controller). In this example the BioSync reader is wired into an NXT-MSC controller but the same setup procedure applies to all controller types. It details the manual enrollment of a 26-bit Wiegand card, but any other enrollment method can also be used.

11.1 Set the Reader Manufacturer Model

1. From within Doors.NET go to Setup >> Hardware Setup >> All.
   
   
   
   
2. Locate the bus which the BioSync reader is on and select the BioSync reader.
   
   
   
   
3. The reader properties will appear on the right.
4. Locate Manufacturer Model and select Keri BioSync KBF-2PR from the drop-down list.
   
   
   
   
5. Save the reader settings .
6. Close the hardware page.

11.2 Manually Enroll the Cardholder

1. Go to Home >> Cardholders.
2. Click the Add icon.
   
   
   
   
3. Enter a first name and last name for the new cardholder (middle name is optional).
   
   
   
   
4. Ensure Calculate Internal Number is deselected.
   
   
   
   
5. In the Cardnumber field enter the long, unique Mifare CSN.
   
6. Set the status to Active.
7. Click the Add Card button.
   
   
   
   
8. A unique card number will appear in the Credentials list. This number should exactly match the unique number (User ID) in BioManager.
   
      
   
   
9. Go to the Access Rights tab and assign an access group to the new cardholder (i.e Total Access).
   
   
   
   
10. Save the new record .
11. If you now gain access at the BioSync reader the reader's LED should go green and you should see an access granted event in the Live Events grid.
    
    
    
    
12. As previously mentioned, the fingerprint is associated with the User ID/Credential number so even if the BioSync is set to Finger/Finger or Card modes, and you only present the enrolled finger, the same name and card number will appear in Live Events.

12.0 Enroll the User in Borealis

As with Doors.NET the same user information now needs to be added to Doors.NET because so far we have only added the users to the reader software and the BioManager software (not to the controller). In this example the B100 reader is wired into an NXT-MSC controller but the same setup procedure applies to all controller types. It details the manual enrollment of a 26-bit Wiegand card but the same steps apply to adding other credential types (such as 32-bit MIFARE or NXT credentials).

The following steps assume you have already created access rights with the BioSync reader(s) added. For instructions about creating access rights in Borealis refer to the following knowledge base document:

• https://help.kerisys.com/portal/en/kb/articles/borealis-access-rights

12.1 Enroll the Cardholder and Credential

1. Go to the Borealis user interface (keri.aetheros.net).

2. Log into Borealis with your registered user name and password.

3. From the main menu on the left, click on Cardholders.
   
   
   
   

4. In the upper-right, click the CREATE button.

5. Enter the cardholder's first name and last name.

6. Select Never Expire or set an activation date and expiration date if the cardholder will be temporary.

7. Click Save & Next.
   
   
   
   

8. The new cardholder name will be preselected.

9. From the card format drop-down list, select '26-Bit Wiegand H10301' (or whichever format of credentials you are using).

10. Enter the credential's imprint (user code in BioManager).

11. Enter the credentials facility code (site code in BioManager).

12. Set the card status to active.

13. Click Save & Next.
    
    
    
    

14. Assign an access right to the cardholder or leave it set to None if you haven't yet added the BioSync reader(s) to access groups.

15. Click SAVE to complete the cardholder enrollment.

16. Click on Credentials from the main menu on the left.
    
    
    
    

17. The new credential will be displayed at the top of the list.

18. The credential record should be displaying the unique cardnumber.
    
    
    
    

19. This number should exactly match the enrolled User ID (cardnumber) in the BioManager software.
    
    

12.2 Assign/Edit Access Rights

If you have enrolled the credential without assigning access rights you can assign the access rights from the Credential screen. The recently enrolled credential should appear at the top of the list of credentials.

1. Place a check mark in the box located to the left of the card number.
2. Click on the EDIT ACCESS RIGHTS button.
3. From the access rights drop-down list select an access right to assign to the credential (an access right which has the BioSync reader added to it).
   
   
   
   
4. Click the SAVE button.
5. The credential will then automatically be sent to the controllers which have doors that the credential has access to.
   

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