1.0 Introduction

This section explains how to setup and configure an LP1501 controller with the Doors.NET software. All LP controllers are pre-configured for use on a network, therefore additional TCP/IP configuration must take place in the field prior to placing each unit into service. The controller is configured using Doors.NET (or you can use a web browser) via a network connection or cross-over cable. The following steps explain how to connect to the LP1501 controller over a network.

Notes:

• The following setup instructions assume that Doors.NET has already been installed and you already have the SCP gateway setup and online.
• For extended and advanced controller settings please refer to the LP Controller Full Configuration document.

2.0 Factory Default Communication Parameters

• Network: static IP address: 192.168.0.251

• Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0

• Default Gateway: 192.168.0.1

• DNS Server: 192.168.0.1

• Host port: IP server, no encryption, port 3001, communication address: 0

3.0 Factory Default DIP Switch Setting

Configure the S1 DIP switch to set the controller to its factory default settings.

On the controller, set the S1 DIP switch as follows:
- 1 – OFF 2 – ON 3 – ON 4 – OFF

4.0 Configure the Host IP Settings

1. Go to Windows Control Panel.
2. Select Network Sharing Centre.
3. Click on Change Adapter Settings.
4. Right-click the adapter for your Local Area Network and select properties.
5. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4).
6. Click the PROPERTIES button.
7. Select 'Use the Following IP Address'.
8. Configure the PC with the same settings as the controller's factory settings (except the IP address should be different).
   
   
9. Open a command prompt and verify that you can ping the controller's default IP address (192.168.0.251). Expect the IP address to reply successfully.
   
   

5.0 Add the Controller to Doors.NET

You can now add the controller to the Doors.NET software and then log into the controller's configuration to set it to a static IP address. This section assumes you have Doors.NET already installed and licensed and you have an SCP gateway setup and online.

1. Log into the Doors.NET software.
2. Go to Setup >> Hardware Setup >> All to display the hardware tree.
3. Select the SCP gateway (located at the top of the hardware tree).
4. Click the SCAN NETWORK button.
   
   
   
   
5. The SCP gateway will scan the Local Area Network and will display any detected controllers, including the LP1501. It should also be displaying its default IP address.
   
   
   
   
6. Select the LP1501 and click on the IMPORT button.
7. Click YES to proceed with the import then OK to confirm the import.
8. Return to the hardware tree and you will see the controller now listed beneath the SCP gateway.
   
   

6.0 Set the Controller With a Static IP Address

You should now use the 'Design Mode' feature to log into the controller's internal configuration and to set the controller with a static IP address. You can also log into the controller using a web browser, but using Doors.NET is the easiest and preferred method and avoids any possible browser security restrictions or limitations.

1. Close the hardware setup page.
2. Click the Design Mode icon (located in the upper-left).
   
   
   
   
3. When Design Mode is enabled the client will state 'Design Mode' in the title bar.
   
   
   
   
4. Re-open the hardware setup page.
5. Right-click the controller and select Internal Controller Configuration.
   
   
   Note: There are many other settings in the Internal Controller Configuration - these are all explained in detail in the LP
   
   
6. From the web-page drop-down menu, select Network then click the refresh icon.
7. The controller's IP settings will be displayed on the right.
8. Set the network method to static.
9. Enter the specific static IP address that you wish to assign to the controller.
   
   
   
   
10. Save the controller's internal configuration.
11. Click the APPLY and REBOOT button.
12. Click YES to confirm.
13. Close the internal config window.
14. The new static IP address will be assigned, the controller will reboot and the controller will then show as offline (because the host PC will now be on a different IP range).
15. Now, go back to Windows Control Panel >> Local Area Network settings and set the host PC IP address to an IP address in the same range as the controller's new static IP address.
16. Down-power the LP1501, set the S1 DIP switch the following: 1 - OFF 2 - OFF 3 - OFF 4 – OFF - this configures the controller for normal operation.
17. Apply power to the controller, wait approximately 10 seconds for the controller to completely boot up, it should then be showing in Doors.NET as online.
18. Controller online events will be generated and displayed in live events.
    
    
    
    
19. Exit the hardware setup screen and exit Design Mode.

7.0 Upgrade the Controller Firmware

If you see a 'Controller Firmware Needs Upgrading' event when the controller initially comes online then you will need to perform a firmware upgrade. The most up-to-date firmware file is included when you install the software.

1. Select the new controller from the hardware tree.
2. Click the firmware upgrade icon in the ribbon bar.
3. The firmware upgrade directory will open and the most up-to-date firmware file will be displayed.
4. Select the new firmware file and click OPEN.
   
   
   
   
5. You will see a warning message that the controller will momentarily go offline during the upgrade. Confirm this message then click OK.
6. The entire controller upgrade should be completed in approximately 60 seconds.
7. When you see the Firmware Upgrade Complete message in live events, go to the controller status grid and the new firmware version will be displayed.