dahua ASC3202B Access Controller User Manual

June 9, 2024
Dahua

ASC3202B Access Controller

Access Controller
User’s Manual

ZHEJIANG DAHUA VISION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.

V1.0.2

Foreword

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General

This manual introduces the functions and operations of the Access Controller. Read carefully before using the device, and keep the manual safe for future reference.

Safety Instructions

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Signal Words

Meaning

Indicates a high potential hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

Indicates a medium or low potential hazard which, if not avoided, could result in slight or moderate injury.
Indicates a potential risk which, if not avoided, could result in property damage, data loss, reductions in performance, or unpredictable results.
Provides methods to help you solve a problem or save time.

Provides additional information as a supplement to the text.

Revision History

Version V1.0.2 V1.0.1 V1.0.0

Revision Content Updated the webpage operations. Updated the wiring. First release.

Release Time December 2022 September 2022 September 2022

Privacy Protection Notice
As the device user or data controller, you might collect the personal data of others such as their face, fingerprints, and license plate number. You need to be in compliance with your local privacy protection laws and regulations to protect the legitimate rights and interests of other people by implementing measures which include but are not limited: Providing clear and visible identification to inform people of the existence of the surveillance area and provide required contact information.
About the Manual
The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between the manual and the product.
We are not liable for losses incurred due to operating the product in ways that are not in compliance with the manual.
The manual will be updated according to the latest laws and regulations of related jurisdictions. For detailed information, see the paper user’s manual, use our CD-ROM, scan the QR code or visit our official website. The manual is for reference only. Slight differences might be found between the electronic version and the paper version.

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might result in some differences appearing between the actual product and the manual. Please contact customer service for the latest program and supplementary documentation. There might be errors in the print or deviations in the description of the functions, operations and technical data. If there is any doubt or dispute, we reserve the right of final explanation. Upgrade the reader software or try other mainstream reader software if the manual (in PDF format) cannot be opened. All trademarks, registered trademarks and company names in the manual are properties of their respective owners. Please visit our website, contact the supplier or customer service if any problems occur while using the device. If there is any uncertainty or controversy, we reserve the right of final explanation.
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Important Safeguards and Warnings
This section introduces content covering the proper handling of the Access Controller, hazard prevention, and prevention of property damage. Read carefully before using the Access Controller, and comply with the guidelines when using it.
Transportation Requirement
Transport, use and store the Access Controller under allowed humidity and temperature conditions.
Storage Requirement
Store the Access Controller under allowed humidity and temperature conditions.
Installation Requirements
Do not connect the power adapter to the Access Controller while the adapter is powered on. Strictly comply with the local electric safety code and standards. Make sure the ambient voltage
is stable and meets the power supply requirements of the Access Controller. Do not connect the Access Controller to two or more kinds of power supplies, to avoid damage
to the Access Controller. Improper use of the battery might result in a fire or explosion.
Personnel working at heights must take all necessary measures to ensure personal safety including wearing a helmet and safety belts.
Do not place the Access Controller in a place exposed to sunlight or near heat sources. Keep the Access Controller away from dampness, dust, and soot. Install the Access Controller on a stable surface to prevent it from falling. Install the Access Controller in a well-ventilated place, and do not block its ventilation. Use an adapter or cabinet power supply provided by the manufacturer. Use the power cords that are recommended for the region and conform to the rated power
specifications. The power supply must conform to the requirements of ES1 in IEC 62368-1 standard and be no
higher than PS2. Please note that the power supply requirements are subject to the Access Controller label. The Access Controller is a class I electrical appliance. Make sure that the power supply of the Access Controller is connected to a power socket with protective earthing.
Operation Requirements
Check whether the power supply is correct before use. Do not unplug the power cord on the side of the Access Controller while the adapter is powered
on.
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filled with liquid on the Access Controller to prevent liquid from flowing into it. Do not disassemble the Access Controller without professional instruction.
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Table of Contents

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Foreword ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..I Important Safeguards and Warnings………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. III 1 Product Overview……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………1
1.1 Product Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 1.2 Main Features ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 1 1.3 Application Scenarios…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..1 2 Main Controller-Sub Controller…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..3 2.1 Networking Diagram …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 3 2.2 Configurations of Main Controller……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3
2.2.1 Configuration Flowchart……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………3 2.2.2 Initialization …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 2.2.3 Logging In………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………4 2.2.4 Dashboard……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..8 2.2.5 Home Page …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10 2.2.6 Adding Devices …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10
2.2.6.1 Adding Device Individually …………………………………………………………………………………………………………..10 2.2.6.2 Adding Devices in Batches…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….11 2.2.7 Adding Users……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….12 2.2.8 Adding Time Templates …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..17 2.2.9 Adding Area Permissions…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………18 2.2.10 Assigning Access Permissions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………..19 2.2.11 Viewing Authorization Progress …………………………………………………………………………………………………………20 2.2.12 Configuring Access Control (Optional) ……………………………………………………………………………………………..21 2.2.12.1 Configuring Basic Parameters ……………………………………………………………………………………………………21 2.2.12.2 Configuring Unlock Methods……………………………………………………………………………………………………..22 2.2.12.3 Configuring Alarms……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….23 2.2.13 Configuring Global Alarm linkages (Optional) ……………………………………………………………………………….24 2.2.14 Access Monitoring (Optional) ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………26 2.2.14.1 Remotely Opening and Closing Doors …………………………………………………………………………………….26 2.2.14.2 Setting Always Open and Always Closed………………………………………………………………………………..26 2.2.15 Local Device Configurations (Optional) ……………………………………………………………………………………………27 2.2.15.1 Configure Local Alarm Linkages………………………………………………………………………………………………..27 2.2.15.2 Configuring Card Rules ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..28 2.2.15.3 Backing up System Logs ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………29 2.2.15.4 Configuring Network ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………29
2.2.15.4.1 Configuring TCP/IP ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………29 2.2.15.4.2 Configuring Ports…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………30

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3.1 Networking Diagram ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….53 3.2 Configurations on SmartPSS Lite ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………53 3.3 Configurations on Sub Controller …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..53 Appendix 1 Cybersecurity Recommendations…………………………………………………………………………………………………………54
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1 Product Overview

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1.1 Product Introduction
Flexible and convenient, the Access Controller has a user friendly system that allows you to access controllers on the webpage through IP address. It comes with a professional access management system, and makes the networking of main and sub control modes quick and easy, meeting the needs of small and advanced systems.
1.2 Main Features
Built of flame-retardant PC and ABS material, it is both sturdy and elegant with an IK06 rating. Supports TCP and IP connection, and standard PoE. Accesses card readers through Wiegand and RS-485 protocols. Supplies power to the lock through its 12 VDC output power supply, which has a maximum
output current of 1000 mA. Supports 1000 users, 5000 cards, 3000 fingerprints, and 300,000 records. Multiple unlock methods including card, password, fingerprint and more. You can also combine
these methods to create your own personal unlock methods. Multiple types of alarms events are supported, such as duress, tampering, intrusion, unlock
timeout, and illegal card. Supports a wide range of users including general, patrol, VIP, guest, blocklisted, and more users. Manual and automatic time synchronization. Retains stored data even while powered off. Offers a variety of functions and the system can be configured. Devices can also be updated
through the webpage. Features main and sub control modes. The main control mode offers user management, access
control device management and configuration, and more options. Devices under sub-control modes can be added to multiple platforms. A main controller can connect with and manage up to 19 sub controllers. Watchdog protects the system to allow the device to be stable and perform efficiently. Sub controllers can be added to SmartPSS Lite and DSS Pro.
1.3 Application Scenarios
It is widely used in parks, communities, business centers and factories, and ideal for places such as office buildings, government buildings, schools and stadiums. The Access Controller can be set to the main access controller (herein referred to as main controller) or the Sub Access Controller (herein referred to as sub-controller). 2 different networking methods are available for the Access Controller. You can select a networking method based on your needs.

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Table 1-1 Networking methods of access controller

Networking methods

Description

Main Controller–Sub Controller

The main controller comes with a management platform (herein referred to as the Platform). Sub-controllers must be added to the Platform of the main controller. The main controller can manage up to 19 sub controllers. For details, see “2 Main Controller-Sub Controller”.

SmartPSS Lite–Sub Controller

Sub controllers needs to be added to a standalone management platform, such as SmartPSS Lite. The platform can manage up to 32 sub controllers. For details, see “3 Smart PSS Lite-Sub Controllers”.

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2 Main Controller-Sub Controller
2.1 Networking Diagram
The main controller comes with a management platform (herein referred as the platform). Sub controller needs to be added to the management platform of the main controller. The main controller can manage up to 19 sub controllers.
Figure 2-1 Networking diagram
2.2 Configurations of Main Controller
2.2.1 Configuration Flowchart
Figure 2-2 Configuration flowchart
2.2.2 Initialization
Initialize the main controller when you log in to the webpage for the first time or after it is restored to its factory defaults.
Prerequisites
Make sure that the computer used to log in to the webpage is on the same LAN as the main 3

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controller.

Procedure
Step 1

Open a browser, go to the IP address (the IP address is 192.168.1.108 by default) of the main controller.

Step 2 Step 3
Step 4

We recommend you use the latest version of Chrome or Firefox. Select a language, and then click Next. Read the software license agreement and privacy policy carefully, select I have read and agree to the terms of the Software License Agreement and Privacy Policy., and then click Next. Set the password and email address.

Step 5

The password must consist of 8 to 32 non-blank characters and contain at least two types of the following characters: upper case and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters (excluding ‘ ” ; : &). Set a high-security password by following the password strength prompt.
Keep the password safe after initialization and change the password regularly to improve security.
Configure the system time, and then click Next.

Figure 2-3 Configure the time

Step 6 Step 7

(Optional) Select Auto Check for Updates, and then click Completed. The system automatically check is there any higher version available, and inform the user to update the system. The system automatically checks for new updates, and informs you when a new update is available. Click Completed. The system automatically goes to the login page after initialization is successful.

2.2.3 Logging In
For first-time login initialization, you need to follow the login wizard to configure the type of the main controller and its hardware.

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Step 1 On the login page, enter the username and password.

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The default administrator name is admin, and the password is the one you set during initialization. We recommend you change the administrator password regularly to increase security of the platform.
If you forget the administrator login password, you can click Forget password?.
Step 2 Select Main Control, and then click Next.
Figure 2-4 Type of access controller

Step 3 Step 4

Main Control: The main controller comes with a management platform. You can manage all sub-controllers, configure access control, access personal management on the platform, and more.
Sub Control: Sub controllers needs to be added to the management platform of the main controller or other management platforms such as DSS Pro or SmartPSS Lite. You can only perform the local configurations on the webpage of the sub- controller. For details, see “2.3 Configurations of Sub Controller”.
Select the number of doors, and then enter the name of the door. Configure the parameters of the doors.

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Figure 2-5 Configure door parameters

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Table 2-1 Parameter description

Parameter

Description

Entry Card Reader Exit Button

Select the card reader protocol. Wiegand: Connects to a wiegand reader. You can connect the
LED wire to the LED port of the controller, and the reader will beep and flash when the door unlocks. OSDP: Connects to an OSDP reader. RS-485: Connects to an OSDP reader.
Connects to a exit button.

Door Detector

Connects to a door detector.

12 V: The controller provides power for the lock.

Power Supply of Locks

Fail secure: When the power is interrupted or fails, the door stays locked.
Fail safe: When the power be interrupted or fails, the door automatically unlocks to let people leave.
Relay: The relay supplies power for the lock.

Relay open = locked: Sets the lock to remain locked when the relay is open.
Relay open = unlocked: Sets the lock to unlock when the relay is open.

Step 5 Step 6

Configure access control parameters. In Unlock Settings, select Or or And from Combination Method. Or: Use one of the selected unlock methods to authorize opening the door. And: Use all of the selected unlock methods to authorize opening the door.
The Controller supports unlock through card, fingerprint, and password.

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Step 7 Select the unlock methods, and configure the other parameters. Figure 2-6 Element (multiple choice)

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Table 2-2 Unlock settings description

Parameter

Description

Door Unlock Duration

After a person is granted access, the door will remain unlocked for a defined time for them to pass through. It ranges from 0.2 s to 600 seconds.

Unlock Timeout

A timeout alarm is triggered when the door remains unlocked for longer than the defined value.

Step 8 In Alarm Settings, configure the alarm parameters.

Figure 2-7 Alarm

Table 2-3 Description of alarm parameters

Parameter

Description

Duress Alarm

An alarm will be triggered when a duress card, duress password or duress fingerprint is used to unlock the door.

Door Detector

Select the type of door detector.

Intrusion Alarm

When door detector is enabled, an intrusion alarm will

be triggered if the door is opened abnormally.

A timeout alarm is triggered when the door remains

Unlock Timeout Alarm

unlocked for longer than the defined unlock time.
When Card reader beeps is enabled, the card reader beeps when the intrusion alarm or timeout alarm is triggered.

Step 9 Click Next.

A wiring diagram is generated based on your configurations. You can wire the device

according to the diagram.

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The image below is for reference only. Figure 2-8 Wiring diagram

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Step 10

Click Apply. You can go to Local Device Config > Hardware to change the settings after you
successfully log in to the platform. Click Download Image to download the diagram to your computer.

2.2.4 Dashboard
After you successfully log in, the dashboard page of the platform is displayed. The dashboard is

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displayed showing visualized data. Figure 2-9 Dashboard

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Table 2-4 Home page description

No.

Description

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Displays the unlock methods used for the day. Hover over a day to see the type of unlocks used for that day.

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Displays the total number of alarms.

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Click

to go to the dashboard page.

Click to go to the home page of the platform.

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Displays the status of devices, including offline devices and online devices.

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Displays the data capacity of cards, fingerprints and users.

The number of doors of the controller.

: Double door : Single door The type of the controller.

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: Main controller.

: Sub controller.

: Select the language of the platform.

: Goes to the Security page directly.

: Restart or log out of the platform.

: Display the webpage in full screen.

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2.2.5 Home Page
After you successfully log in, the home page of the main controller is displayed. Figure 2-10 Home page

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Menu Device Management Person Management
Access Control Config
Access Monitoring Reporting Local Device Config

Table 2-5 Home page description
Description
Add devices to the platform of the main controller. Add personnel and assign area permissions to them. Add time templates, create and assign area permissions, configure door parameters and global alarm linkages, and view the permission authorization progress. Remotely control the doors and view event logs. View and export alarm records and unlock records. Configure parameters for the local device, such as network and local alarm linkage.

2.2.6 Adding Devices
You can add devices to the management platform of the main controller in batches or one by one. If the controller was set to the main controller while you were going through the login wizard, you can add and manage sub controllers through the Platform.

Only the main controller comes with a management platform.

2.2.6.1 Adding Device Individually

You can add sub controllers one by one by entering their IP addresses or domain names.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

On the home page, Click Device Management, and then click Add. Enter the device information.

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Figure 2-11 Device information

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Table 2-6 Device parameters Description

Parameter

Description

Device Name

Enter the name of the Controller. We recommend you name it after its installation area.

Add Mode

Select IP to add the Access Controller by entering its IP address.

IP Address

Enter the IP address of the controller.

Port

The port number is 37777 by default.

Username/Password

Enter the username and password of the Controller.

Step 3 Click OK.

The added controllers are displayed on the Device Management page.

Figure 2-12 Successfully add devices

If the controller was set as the main controller while you were going through the login wizard, the controller will be added to the management platform automatically and function as both the main controller and sub controller.
Related Operations
: Edit the information on the device.
Only sub controllers support the below operations. : Go to the webpage of the sub controller. : Log out of the device. : Delete the device.
2.2.6.2 Adding Devices in Batches
We recommend you use the auto-search function when you add sub controllers in batches. Make sure the sub controllers you want to add are on the same network segment.
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On the home page, Click Device Management, and then click Search Device. Click Start Search to search for devices on the same LAN. Enter a range for the network segment, and then click Search.
Figure 2-13 Auto search

All devices that were searched for will be displayed.

You can select devices from the list, and click Device Initialization to initialize them in batches.

Step 2 Step 3

To ensure the security of devices, initialization is not supported for devices on different segments. Select the Controllers that you want to add to the Platform, and then click Add. Enter the username and password of the sub controller, and then click OK. The added sub controllers are displayed on the Device Management page.

Related Operations
Modify IP: Select added devices, and then click Modify IP to change their IP addresses. Sync Time: Select added devices, and then click Sync Time to sync the time of the devices with
the NTP server. Delete: Select the devices, and then click Delete to delete them.

2.2.7 Adding Users
Add users to departments. Enter basic information for users and set verification methods to verify their identities.
Procedure
Step 1 On the home page, select Person Management.

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Step 2

Create a department. 1. Click . 2. Enter the name of the department, and then click Add.

The default company cannot be deleted. Figure 2-14 Add department

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Step 3

(Optional) Before you assign cards to users, set the card type and the type of the card number. 1. On the Person Management page, select More > Card Type. 2. Select ID or IC Card, and then click OK.

Step 4

Make sure that the card type is same as the card type that will be assigned; otherwise, the card number cannot be read. For example, if the assigned card is an ID card, set card type to ID card. 3. Select More > Card No. System. 4. Select decimal format or hexadecimal format for the card number. Add users. Add users one by one.

When you want to assign access permissions to one person, you can add users individually. For details on how to assign access permissions, see “2.2.9 Adding Area Permissions”. 1. Click Add, and then enter the basic information for the user.

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Figure 2-15 Basic information on the user

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Table 2-7 parameters description

Parameter

Description

User ID

The ID of the user.

Department

The department that the user belongs to.

Validity Period

Set a date on which the access permissions of the person will become effective.

To

Set a date on which the access permissions of the person will expire.

User Name

The name of the user.

User Type

The type of the user. General User: General users can unlock the door. VIP User: When VIP unlocks the door, service personnel will receive
a notice. Guest User: Guests can unlock the door within a defined period or
for set number of times. After the defined period expires or the unlocking times runs out, they cannot unlock the door. Patrol User: Patrol users will have their attendance tracked, but they have no unlocking permissions. Blocklist User: When users in the blocklist unlock the door, service personnel will receive a notification. Other User: When they unlock the door, the door will stay unlocked for 5 more seconds.

Unlock Attempts

The times of unlock attempts for guest users.

2. Click Add.

You can click Add More to add more users.

Add users in batches.

1. Click Import > Download Template to download the user template.

2. Enter user information in the template, and then save it.

3. Click Import, and upload the template to the Platform.

The users are added to the Platform automatically.

Step 5 Click the Authentication tab, set the authentication method to verify the identity of

people.

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Each user can have 1 password, 5 cards, and 3 fingerprints.

Authentication Methods Password
Card
Fingerprint

Table 2-8 Set authentication methods
Description
Enter and confirm the password.
Enter the card number manually. 1. Click Add. 2. Enter the card number, and then click Add.
Read the number automatically through a card enrollment reader. 1. Click . 2. Select Enrollment Reader, and click OK. Make sure that the card enrollment reader is connected to your computer. 3. Click Add, and follow the on-screen instructions to download and install the plug-in. 4. Swipe the card on the enrollment reader. A 20-second countdown is displayed to remind you to swipe the card, and the system will read the card number automatically. If the 20-second countdown expires, click Read Card to start a new countdown. 5. Click Add.
Read the number automatically through a card reader. 1. Click . 2. Select Device, select the card reader, and click OK. Make sure the card reader is connected to the access controller. 3. Swipe the card on the card reader. A 20-second countdown is displayed to remind you to swipe the card, and the system will read the card number automatically. .If the 20-second countdown expires, click Read Card to start a new countdown. 4. Click Add.
Connect a fingerprint scanner to the computer, and follow the on-screen instructions to register the fingerprint.

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Figure 2-16 Authentication method

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Parameter Password

Table 2-9 Authentication method Description Users can gain access by entering the password. Users can gain access by swiping the card.

Card
Fingerprint Step 6 Click OK.

: Change the number of the card. : Set the card to duress card.
An alarm is triggered when people use duress card to unlock the door. : Delete the card.
User can gain access through verifying the fingerprint.

Related Operations
On the Person Management page, click Export to export all users in the Excel format. On the Person Management page, click More > Extract, and select a device to extract all users
from the sub controller to the Platform of the main controller. On the Person Management page, click More > Card Type, set the card type before you assign
cards to users. For example, if the assigned card is an ID card, set the card type to ID card. On the Person Management page, click More > Card No. System, set the card system to the
decimal or hexadecimal format.

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2.2.8 Adding Time Templates

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Time template defines the unlock schedules of the Controller. The platform offers 4 time templates by default. The template is also customizable.

The default templates cannot be changed. Step 1 On the home page, select Access Control Config > Time Template, and then click . Step 2 Enter the name of the time template.
Figure 2-17 Create time templates

Step 3

The default full-day time template cannot be modified. You can only create up to 128 time templates. Drag the slider to adjust the time period for each day. You can also click Copy to apply the configured time period to other days.

Step 4 Step 5

You can only configure up to 4 time sections for each day. Click Apply. Configure holiday plans. 1. Click the Holiday Plan tab, and then click Add to add holidays.
You can add up to 64 holidays. 2. Select a holiday. 3. Drag the slider to adjust the time period for the holiday. 4. Click Apply.

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Figure 2-18 Create holiday plan

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2.2.9 Adding Area Permissions
An area permission group is a collection of door access permissions in a defined time. Create a permission group, and then associate users with the group so that users will be assigned with access permissions defined for the group. Step 1 Click Access Control Config > Permission Settings. Step 2 Click .
You can add up to 128 area permissions. Step 3 Enter the name of the area permission group, remarks (optional), and select a time
template. Step 4 Select doors. Step 5 Click OK.
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Figure 2-19 Create area permission groups

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2.2.10 Assigning Access Permissions
Assign access permissions to users by linking them to the area permission group. This will allow the users to gain access to secure areas. Step 1 On the home page, select Access Control Config > Permission Settings. Step 2 Click for an existing permission group, and then select users from the department.
You can select a whole department. Figure 2-20 Select users
You can click to create new permission groups. For details on creating permission groups, see “2.2.9 Adding Area Permissions”.
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Figure 2-21 Assign permissions in batches

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Step 3 Click OK.
Related Operations
When you want to assign permission to a new person or change access permissions for an existing person, you can assign access permission to them one by one. 1. On the home page, select Person Management. 2. Select the department, and then select an existing user.
If the user was not added before, click Add to add the user. For details on creating users, see “2.2.7 Adding Users”. 3. Click corresponding to the user. 4. On the Permission tab, select existing permission groups.
You can click Add to create new area permissions. For details on creating area permissions, see “2.2.9 Adding Area Permissions”.
You can link multiple area permissions to a user. 5. Click OK.
2.2.11 Viewing Authorization Progress
After you assign access permissions to users, you can view the authorization process. Step 1 On the home page, select Access Control Config > Authorization Progress. Step 2 View the authorization progress.
Sync SubControl Person: Sync personnel on the main controller to the sub- controller.
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to its server. Sync Local Time: Sync the time templates in the area permissions to the sub-controller.
Figure 2-22 Authorization progress
Step 3 (Optional) If authorization failed, click to try again. You can click to view details on the failed authorization task.
2.2.12 Configuring Access Control (Optional)
2.2.12.1 Configuring Basic Parameters
Step 1 Select Access Control Config > Door Parameters. Step 2 In Basic Settings, configure basic parameters for the access control.
Figure 2-23 Basic parameters

Parameter Name

Table 2-10 Basic parameters description Description The name of the door.

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Parameter
Unlock Type
Door Status Normally Open Period Normally Closed Period Admin Unlock Password

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Description
If you selected 12 V to supply power for the lock through the controller during the log-in wizard, you can set fail secure or fail safe.
Fail secure: When the power is interrupted or fails, the door stays locked.
Fail safe: When the power is interrupted or fails, the door automatically unlocks to allow people to leave.
If you selected Relay to supply power for the lock through the relay during the login wizard, you can set relay open or relay close.
Relay open=locked: Set the lock to remain locked when the relay is open.
Relay open=unlocked: Set the lock to unlock when the relay is open.
Set the door status. Normal: The door will be unlocked and locked according to your
settings. Always Open: The door remains unlocked all the time. Always Closed: The door remains locked all the time.
When you select Normal, you can select a time template from the drop-down list. The door remains open or closed during the defined time.
Turn on the admin unlock function, and then enter the password of the administrator. Administrator can unlock the door by only entering the admin password.

2.2.12.2 Configuring Unlock Methods
You can use multiple unlock methods to unlock the door, such as face, fingerprint, card, and password unlock. You can also combine them to create your own personal unlock method. Step 1 Select Access Control Config > Door Parameters. Step 2 In Unlock Settings, select an unlock mode.
Combination unlock 1. Select Combination Unlock from the Unlock Mode list. 2. Select Or or And. Or: Use one of the selected unlocking methods to open the door. And: Use all the selected unlocking methods to open the door. The Controller supports unlock through card, fingerprint or password. 3. Select unlock methods, and then configure other parameters.

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Table 2-11 Unlock settings description

Parameter

Description

Door Unlock Duration

After a person is granted access, the door will remain unlocked for a defined time for them to pass through. It ranges from 0.2 to 600 seconds.

Unlock Timeout

A timeout alarm can be triggered if the door remains unlocked for longer than this value.

Unlock by period

1. In the Unlock Mode list, select Unlock by Period.

2. Drag the slider to the adjust time period for each day.

You can also click Copy to apply the configured time period to other days. 3. Select an unlock method for the time period, and then configure other parameters.
Figure 2-25 Unlock by period

Step 3 Click Apply.
2.2.12.3 Configuring Alarms
An alarm will be triggered when an abnormal access event occurs. Step 1 Select Access Control Config > Door Parameters > Alarm Settings.
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Table 2-12 Description of alarm parameters

Parameter

Description

Duress Alarm

An alarm will be triggered when a duress card, duress password or duress fingerprint is used to unlock the door.

Door Detector

Select the type of door detector.

Intrusion Alarm Unlock Timeout Alarm Step 3 Click Apply.

When door detector is enabled, an intrusion alarm will be triggered if the door is opened abnormally.
A timeout alarm will be triggered if the door remains unlocked longer than the defined unlock time.
When Card reader beeps is enabled, the card reader beeps when the intrusion alarm or timeout alarm is triggered.

2.2.13 Configuring Global Alarm linkages (Optional)

You can configure global alarm linkages across different Access Controllers.

Background Information
When you have configured both global alarm linkages and local alarm linkages, and if the global alarm linkages conflict with the local alarm linkages, the last alarm linkages you have configured will take effective.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

Select Access Control Config > Global Alarm Linkage. Configure the alarm output. 1. Select an alarm input from the alarm input channel list, and then click Link Alarm
Output. 2. Click Add, select an alarm output channel, and then click OK.

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Figure 2-27 Alarm output

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Step 3

3. Turn on the alarm output function and then enter the alarm duration. 4. Click Apply. Configure the door linkage. 1. Select an alarm input from the channel list, and then click Add. 2. Select the linkage door, select the door status, and then click OK.
Always Closed: The door automatically locks when an alarm is triggered. Always Open: The door automatically unlocks when an alarm is triggered.
Figure 2-28 Door linkage

3. Click Enable to turn on the door linkage function.
If you turn on link fire safety control, all door linkages automatically change to Always Open status, and all doors will open when the fire alarm is triggered. 4. Click Apply. You can click Copy to to apply the pre-configured alarm linkages to other alarm input channels.
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2.2.14.1 Remotely Opening and Closing Doors

You can remotely monitor and control the door. For example, you can remotely open or close the door.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

Click Access Monitoring on the home page. Select the door, and then click Open or Close to remotely control the door.

Figure 2-29 Remotely control the door

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Event filtering: Select the event type in Event Info, and the event list displays the selected event types, such as alarm events and abnormal events.
Event deleting: Click to clear all events from the event list.
2.2.14.2 Setting Always Open and Always Closed
After setting always open or always close, the door remains open or closed all the time. Step 1 Click Access Monitoring on the home page. Step 2 Click Always Open or Always Closed to open or close the door.
Figure 2-30 Always open or close

The door will remain open or closed all the time. You can click Normal to restore access control to its normal status, and the door will be open or closed based on the configured verification methods.

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2.2.15 Local Device Configurations (Optional)
Local device configurations can only be applied to the local Access Controllers.

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2.2.15.1 Configure Local Alarm Linkages
You can only configure local alarm linkages on the same access controller. Each controller has 2 alarm inputs and 2 alarm outputs. Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Local Alarm Linkage. Step 2 Click to configure local alarm linkage.
Figure 2-31 Local alarm linkage

Parameter Alarm input channel Alarm Input Name Alarm Input Type
Link Fire Safety Control Alarm Output Duration

Table 2-13 Local alarm linkage Description The number of the alarm input channel.
Each controller has 2 alarm inputs and 2 alarm outputs.
The name of the alarm input. The type of the alarm input. Normally Open Normally Closed If you turn on the link fire safety control, all the doors will open when the fire alarm is triggered. You can turn on the alarm output function. When an alarm is triggered, the alarm remains on for a defined time.

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Alarm Output Channel
AC Linkage Door1/Door2 Step 3 Click OK.

Description Select the alarm output channel.

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Each controller has 2 alarm inputs and 2 alarm outputs.
Turn on AC Linkage to configure the door linkage. Set the door to always open or always closed status. When an alarm is triggered, the door will automatically open or close.

2.2.15.2 Configuring Card Rules
The platform supports 5 types of Wiegand formats by default. You can also add custom Wiegand formats. Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Access Card Rule Config. Step 2 Click Add, and then configure new Wiegand formats.
Figure 2-32 Add new Wiegand formats

Parameter Wiegand format Total bits Facility Code Card number

Table 2-14 Configure the Wiegand format Description The name of the Wiegand format. Enter the total number of bits. Enter the start bit and the end bit for the facility code. Enter the start bit and the end bit for the card number.

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Description 1. Enter the even parity start bit and even parity end bit. 2. Enter the odd parity start bit and odd parity end bit.

2.2.15.3 Backing up System Logs
Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > System Logs. Step 2 Select the type of log, and then select the time range.
Figure 2-33 Back up logs

Step 3 Click Encrypt Log Backup to back up encrypted logs. Step 4 (Optional) You can also click Export to export logs.
2.2.15.4 Configuring Network
2.2.15.4.1 Configuring TCP/IP
You need to configure the IP address of the Access Controller to make sure that it can communicate with other devices. Step 1 Select Local Device Config

Network Setting > TCP/IP. Step 2 Configure the parameters.

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Figure 2-34 TCP/IP

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Parameter IP Version MAC Address
Mode
IP Address Subnet Mask Default Gateway Preferred DNS Alternate DNS Step 3 Click OK.

Table 2-15 Description of TCP/IP Description IPv4. MAC address of the Access Controller. Static: Manually enter IP address, subnet mask, and gateway. DHCP: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. When DHCP is turned on, the Access Controller will automatically be assigned IP address, subnet mask, and gateway. If you select static mode, configure the IP address, subnet mask and gateway.
IP address and gateway must be on the same network segment.
Set the IP address of the preferred DNS server. Set the IP address of the alternate DNS server.

2.2.15.4.2 Configuring Ports
You can limit access to the Access Controller at the same time through web, desktop client and phone. Step 1 Select Local Device Config > Network Setting

Port. Step 2 Configure port numbers.

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You need to restart the controller to make the configurations effective for all the parameters except Max Connection and RTSP Port.
Figure 2-35 Configure ports

Parameter Max Connection TCP Port HTTP Port HTTPS Port Step 3 Click OK.

Table 2-16 Description of ports
Description
You can set the maximum number of clients that can access the Access Controller at the same time, such as the web client, desktop client and phone.
It is 37777 by default.
It is 80 by default. If you want to change the port number, add the new port number after the IP address when you log in to the webpage.
It is 443 by default.

2.2.15.4.3 Configuring Cloud Service
The cloud service provides a NAT penetration service. Users can manage multiple devices through DMSS (For details, see the user’s manual of DMSS). You do not have to apply for dynamic domain name, configure port mapping or deploy a server. Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Network Setting > Cloud Service. Step 2 Turn on the cloud service function.

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Step 3 Step 4

Click Apply. Download DMSS and sign up, you can scan the QR code through DMSS to add the Access Controller to it. For details, see the user’s manual of DMSS.

2.2.15.4.4 Configuring Automatic Registration
The Access Controller reports its address to the designated server so that you can get access to the Access Controller through the management platform. Step 1 On the home page, select Network Setting > Register. Step 2 Enable the automatic registration function, and then configure the parameters.

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Parameter Server Address Port

Table 2-17 Automatic registration description Description The IP address of the server. The port of the server used for automatic registration. Enter the sub-device ID (user defined).

Sub-Device ID Step 3 Click Apply.

When you add the Access Controller to the management platform, the sub-device ID on the management platform must conform to the defined sub-device ID on the Access Controller.

2.2.15.4.5 Configuring Basic Service
When you want to connect the Access Controller to a third-party platform, turn on the CGI and ONVIF functions. Step 1 Select Network Settings > Basic Service. Step 2 Configure the basic service.

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Figure 2-38 Basic service

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Table 2-18 Basic service parameter description

Parameter

Description

SSH, or Secure Shell Protocol, is a remote administration

SSH

protocol that allows users to access, control, and modify their

remote servers over the internet.

In computing, Common Gateway Interface (CGI) is an interface

specification for web servers to execute programs like console

applications (also called command-line interface programs)

running on a server that generates web pages dynamically.

CGI

Such programs are known as CGI scripts or simply as CGIs. The specifics of how the script is executed by the server are

determined by the server. In the common case, a CGI script

executes at the time a request is made and generates HTML.

When CGI is enabled, CGI commands can be used. The CGI is

enabled by default.

ONVIF

Enable other devices to acquire video stream of the VTO through the ONVIF protocol.

Emergency Maintenance

It is turned on by default.

Private Protocol Authentication Mode
Step 3 Click Apply.

Security Mode (recommended) Compatible Mode

2.2.15.5 Configuring Time
Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Time. Step 2 Configure the time of the Platform.

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Figure 2-39 Date settings

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Parameter
Time
Time format Time Zone DST Step 3 Click Apply.

Table 2-19 Time settings description
Description
Manual Settings: Manually enter the time or you can click Sync PC to sync time with computer.
NTP: The Access Controller will automatically sync the time with the NTP server.
Server: Enter the domain of the NTP server. Port: Enter the port of the NTP server. Interval: Enter its time with the synchronization interval.
Select the time format for the Platform.
Enter the time zone of the Access Controller. 1. (Optional) Enable DST. 2. Select Date or Week from the Type. 3. Configure start time and end time.

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You can add or delete users, change user password, and enter an email address for resetting your password if you forget it.

2.2.15.6.1 Adding Users

You can add new users and then they can log in to the webpage of the Access Controller.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

On the home page, select Local Device Config > Account Management > Account. Click Add, and then enter the user information.

The username cannot be the same as the existing account. The username can contain up to 31 characters, and supports numbers, letters, underlines, dots, and @.
The password must contain 8 to 32 non-blank characters and contain at least 2 types of the following characters: upper case and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters (excluding ‘ ” ; : &). Set a high-security password by following the password strength prompt.
Figure 2-40 Add user

Step 3 Click OK. Only admin account can change password and the admin account cannot be deleted.
2.2.15.6.2 Resetting the Password
Reset the password through the linked e-mail when you forget your password. Step 1 Select Local Device Config > Account Management > Account. Step 2 Enter the email address, and set the password expiration time. Step 3 Turn on the password reset function.
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Figure 2-41 Reset Password

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Step 4

If you forgot the password, you can receive security codes through the linked email address to reset the password. Click Apply.

2.2.15.6.3 Adding ONVIF Users
Open Network Video Interface Forum (ONVIF), a global and open industry forum that was established for the development of a global open standard for the interface of physical IP-based security products, which allows the compatibility from different manufactures. ONVIF users have their identities verified through ONVIF protocol. The default ONVIF user is admin. Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Account Management > ONVIF
Account. Step 2 Click Add and then configure parameters.
Figure 2-42 Add the ONVIF user

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You can regularly restart the Access Controller during its idle time to improve its performance. Step 1 Log in to the webpage. Step 2 Select Local Device Config > Maintenance.
Figure 2-43 Maintenance

Step 3 Set the restart time, and then click OK. Step 4 (Optional) Click Restart, and the Access Controller will restart immediately.
2.2.15.8 Advanced Management
When more than one Access Controller requires the same configurations, you can configure them quickly by importing or exporting configuration files.
2.2.15.8.1 Exporting and Importing Configuration Files
You can import and export the configuration file for the Access Controller. When you want to apply the same configurations to multiple devices, you can import the configuration file to them. Step 1 Log in to the webpage. Step 2 Select Local Device Config > Advanced Settings.
Figure 2-44 Configuration management

Step 3

Export or import configuration files. Export the configuration file.
Click Export Configuration File to download the file to the local computer.

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Configuration files can only be imported to devices that have the same model.
2.2.15.8.2 Configuring the Card reader
Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > Advanced Settings. Step 2 Configure the card reader.
Figure 2-45 Configure the card reader
2.2.15.8.3 Configuring the Fingerprint Level
On the home page, select Local Device Config > Advanced Settings, and then enter the fingerprint threshold. The value ranges from 1 to 10, and higher value means higher recognition accuracy.
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Figure 2-46 Fingerprint Level

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2.2.15.8.4 Restoring the Factory Default Settings

Restoring the Access Controller to its default configurations will result in data loss. Please be advised. Step 1 Select Local Device Config > Advanced Settings Step 2 Restore to the factory default settings if necessary.
Factory Defaults: Resets all the configurations of the Controller and delete all the data. Restore to Default (Except for User Info and Logs): Resets the configurations of the
Access Controller and deletes all the data except for user information, logs, and information that was configured during the login wizard).
Only the main controller supports Restore to Default (Except for User Info and Logs).
2.2.15.9 Updating the System

Use the correct update file. Make sure that you get the correct update file from technical support. Do not disconnect the power supply or network, and do not restart or shutdown the Access
Controller during the update.
2.2.15.9.1 File Update
Step 1 On the home page, select Local Device Config > System Update. Step 2 In File Update, click Browse, and then upload the update file.

Step 3

The update file should be a .bin file. Click Update. The Access Controller will restart after the update finishes.

2.2.15.9.2 Online Update

Step 1 Step 2

On the home page, select Local Device Config > System Update. In the Online Update area, select an update method. Select Auto Check for Updates, and the Access Controller will automatically check for
the latest version update.

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Select Manual Check, and you can immediately check whether the latest version is available.
Click Manual Check to update the Access Controller when the latest version update is available.

2.2.15.10 Configuring Hardware
On the home page, select Local Device Config > Hardware. You can view the hardware you have configured when you log in to the platform for the first time. You can also re-configure the hardware. For details, see Table 2-1 “Parameter description”.

When you switch between single door and double door, the Access Controller will restart. The wring diagram is generated for your reference. You can download it to your computer.
Figure 2-47 Hardware

2.2.15.11 Viewing Version Information
On the home page, select Local Device Config > Version Info, and you can view information on the version, such as device model, serial number, hardware version, legal information and more.
2.2.15.12 Viewing Legal Information
On the home page, select Local Device Config > Legal Info, and you can view the software license
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2.2.16 Viewing Records
You can view alarm logs and unlock logs.
2.2.16.1 Viewing Alarm Records
Step 1 On the home page, select Reporting > Alarm Records. Step 2 Select the device, department and the time range, and then click Search.
Figure 2-48 Alarm records

Export: Exports unlock logs on the main controller to a local computer. Extract Device Records: When logs for sub controller are generated when they go
online, you can extract logs from the sub controller to the main controller.
2.2.16.2 Viewing Unlock Records
Step 1 On the home page, select Reporting > Unlock Records Step 2 Select the device, department and the time range, and then click Search.
Figure 2-49 Unlock logs

Export: Exports unlock logs. Extract Device Records: When logs on sub controller are generated when they go
online, you extract logs on the sub controller to the main controller.
2.2.17 Security Settings(Optional)
2.2.17.1 Security Status Background Information
Scan the users, service, and security modules to check the security status of the Access Controller. User and service detection: Check whether the current configuration conforms to
recommendation. Security modules scanning: Scan the running status of security modules, such as audio and video
transmission, trusted protection, securing warning and attack defense, not detect whether they
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Procedure
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Select Security > Security Status. Click Rescan to perform a security scan of the Access Controller.

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Hover over the icons of the security modules to see their running status. Figure 2-50 Security Status

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After you perform the scan, the results will be displayed in different colors. Yellow indicates that the security modules are abnormal, and green indicates that the security modules are normal. Click Details to view the details on the results of the scan. Click Ignore to ignore the abnormality, and it will not be scanned. The abnormality that was
ignored will be highlighted in grey. Click Rejoin Detection, and the abnormality that was ignored will be scanned again. Click Optimize to troubleshoot the abnormality.

2.2.17.2 Configuring HTTPS

Create a certificate or upload an authenticated certificate, and then you can log in to the webpage through HTTPS on your computer. HTTPS secures communication over a computer network.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

Select Security > System Service > HTTPS. Turn on the HTTPS service.

Step 3

If you turn on the compatible with TLS v1.1 and earlier versions, security risks might occur. Please be advised. Select the certificate.

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If there are no certificates in the list, click Certificate Management to upload a certificate. For details, see “2.2.17.4 Installing Device Certificate”.
Figure 2-51 HTTPS

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Click Apply. Enter”https://IP address: httpsport” in a web browser. If the certificate is installed, you can log in to the webpage successfully. If not, the webpage will display the certificate as wrong or untrusted.

2.2.17.3 Attack Defense

2.2.17.3.1 Configuring Firewall

Configure firewall to limit access to the Access Controller.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

Select Security > Attack Defense > Firewall. Click to enable the firewall function.

Figure 2-52 Firewall

Step 3 Step 4

Select the mode: Allowlist and Blocklist. Allowlist: Only IP/MAC addresses on the allowlist can access the Access Controller. Blocklist: The IP/MAC addresses on the blocklist cannot access the Access Controller. Click Add to enter the IP information.

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Figure 2-53 Add IP information

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Step 5 Click OK.
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Click to edit the IP information. Click to delete the IP address.
2.2.17.3.2 Configuring Account Lockout
If the incorrect password is entered for a defined number of times, the account will be locked. Step 1 Select Security > Attack Defense > Account Lockout. Step 2 Enter the number of login attempts and the time the administrator account and ONVIF
user will be locked for. Login attempt: The limit of login attempts. If the incorrect password is entered for a
defined number of times, the account will be locked. Lock time: The duration during which you cannot log in after the account is locked.
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Figure 2-54 Account lockout

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Step 3 Click Apply.
2.2.17.3.3 Configuring Anti-DoS Attack
You can enable SYN Flood Attack Defense and ICMP Flood Attack Defense to defend the Access Controller against Dos attacks. Step 1 Select Security > Attack Defense > Anti-DoS Attack. Step 2 Turn on SYN Flood Attack Defense or ICMP Flood Attack Defense to protect the Access
Controller against Dos attack.
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Figure 2-55 Anti-DoS attack

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Step 3 Click Apply.

2.2.17.4 Installing Device Certificate
Create a certificate or upload an authenticated certificate, and then you can log in through HTTPS on your computer.

2.2.17.4.1 Creating Certificate

Create a certificate for the Access Controller.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Select Security > CA Certificate > Device Certificate. Select Install Device Certificate. Select Create Certificate, and click Next. Enter the certificate information.

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Figure 2-56 Certificate information

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Step 5

The name of region cannot exceed 2 characters. We recommend entering the abbreviation of the name of the region. Click Create and install certificate. The newly installed certificate is displayed on the Device Certificate page after the certificate is successfully installed.

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Click Enter Edit Mode on the Device Certificate page to edit the name of the certificate. Click to download the certificate. Click to delete the certificate.

2.2.17.4.2 Applying for and Importing CA Certificate

Import the third-party CA certificate to the Access Controller.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2

Select Security > CA Certificate > Device Certificate. Click Install Device Certificate.

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Step 3 Step 4

Select Apply for CA Certificate and Import (Recommended), and click Next. Enter the certificate information. IP/Domain name: the IP address or domain name of the Access Controller. Region: The name of region must not exceed 3 characters. We recommend you enter
the abbreviation of region name.

Figure 2-57 Certificate information (2)

Step 5
Step 6 Step 7

Click Create and Download. Save the request file to your computer. Apply to a third-party CA authority for the certificate by using the request file. Import the signed CA certificate. 1) Save the CA certificate to your computer. 2) Click Installing Device Certificate. 3) Click Browse to select the CA certificate. 4) Click Import and Install.
The newly installed certificate is displayed on the Device Certificate page after the certificate is successfully installed. Click Recreate to create the request file again. Click Import Later to import the certificate at another time.

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Click Enter Edit Mode on the Device Certificate page to edit the name of the certificate. Click to download the certificate.

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2.2.17.4.3 Installing Existing Certificate

If you already have a certificate and private key file, import the certificate and private key file.

Procedure
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4

Select Security > CA Certificate > Device Certificate. Click Install Device Certificate. Select Install Existing Certificate, and click Next. Click Browse to select the certificate and private key file, and enter the private key password.

Figure 2-58 Certificate and private key

Step 5

Click Import and Install. The newly installed certificate is displayed on the Device Certificate page after the certificate is successfully installed.

Related Operations
Click Enter Edit Mode on the Device Certificate page to edit the name of the certificate. Click to download the certificate. Click to delete the certificate.

2.2.17.5 Installing the Trusted CA Certificate
A trusted CA certificate is a digital certificate that is used for validating the identities of websites and servers. For example, when 802.1x protocol is used, the CA certificate for switches is required to authenticate its identity. 802.1X is a network authentication protocol that opens ports for network access when an organization authenticates a user’s identity and authorizes them access to the network.

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Procedure
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Select Security > CA Certificate > Trusted CA Certificates. Select Install Trusted Certificate. Click Browse to select the trusted certificate.

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Click OK. The newly installed certificate is displayed on the Trusted CA Certificates page after the certificate is successfully installed.

Related Operations
Click Enter Edit Mode on the Device Certificate page to edit the name of the certificate. Click to download the certificate. Click to delete the certificate.

2.2.17.6 Security Warning

Step 1 Step 2 Step 3

Select Security > CA Certificate > Security Warning. Enable the security warning function. Select the monitoring items.

Figure 2-60 Security warning

Step 4 Click Apply.

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2.3 Configurations of Sub Controller
You can log in to the webpage of the sub controller to configure it locally.

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2.3.1 Initialization
Initialize the sub controller when you log in to the webpage for the first time or after the sub controller is restored to its factory default settings. For details on how to initialize the sub controller, see “2.2.2 Initialization”.

2.3.2 Logging In
Set the Access Control to sub controller while going through the login wizard. For details, see “2.2.3 Logging In”.

2.3.3 Home Page
The webpage of the sub controller only includes Local Device Config and Reporting menu. For details, see “2.2.15 Local Device Configurations (Optional)” and “2.2.16 Viewing Records”.
Figure 2-61 Home page

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3 Smart PSS Lite-Sub Controllers
3.1 Networking Diagram
The sub controllers are added to a standalone management platform, such as SmartPSS Lite. You can manage all sub controllers through SmartPSS Lite.
Figure 3-1 Networking Diagram
3.2 Configurations on SmartPSS Lite
Add sub controllers to SmartPSS Lite and configure them on the platform. For details, see the user’s manual of SmartPSS Lite.
3.3 Configurations on Sub Controller
For details, see “2.3 Configurations of Sub Controller”.
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Appendix 1 Cybersecurity Recommendations
Cybersecurity is more than just a buzzword: it’s something that pertains to every device that is connected to the internet. IP video surveillance is not immune to cyber risks, but taking basic steps toward protecting and strengthening networks and networked appliances will make them less susceptible to attacks. Below are some tips and recommendations from Dahua on how to create a more secured security system. Mandatory actions to be taken for basic equipment network security: 1. Use Strong Passwords
Please refer to the following suggestions to set passwords: The length should not be less than 8 characters. Include at least two types of characters; character types include upper and lower case letters,
numbers and symbols. Do not contain the account name or the account name in reverse order. Do not use continuous characters, such as 123, abc, etc. Do not use overlapped characters, such as 111, aaa, etc. 2. Update Firmware and Client Software in Time According to the standard procedure in Tech-industry, we recommend to keep your
equipment (such as NVR, DVR, IP camera, etc.) firmware up-to-date to ensure the system is equipped with the latest security patches and fixes. When the equipment is connected to the public network, it is recommended to enable the ”auto-check for updates” function to obtain timely information of firmware updates released by the manufacturer. We suggest that you download and use the latest version of client software. “Nice to have” recommendations to improve your equipment network security: 1. Physical Protection We suggest that you perform physical protection to equipment, especially storage devices. For example, place the equipment in a special computer room and cabinet, and implement welldone access control permission and key management to prevent unauthorized personnel from carrying out physical contacts such as damaging hardware, unauthorized connection of removable equipment (such as USB flash disk, serial port), etc. 2. Change Passwords Regularly We suggest that you change passwords regularly to reduce the risk of being guessed or cracked. 3. Set and Update Passwords Reset Information Timely The equipment supports password reset function. Please set up related information for password reset in time, including the end user’s mailbox and password protection questions. If the information changes, please modify it in time. When setting password protection questions, it is suggested not to use those that can be easily guessed. 4. Enable Account Lock The account lock feature is enabled by default, and we recommend you to keep it on to guarantee the account security. If an attacker attempts to log in with the wrong password several times, the corresponding account and the source IP address will be locked. 5. Change Default HTTP and Other Service Ports We suggest you to change default HTTP and other service ports into any set of numbers between 1024­65535, reducing the risk of outsiders being able to guess which ports you are using. 6. Enable HTTPS We suggest you to enable HTTPS, so that you visit Web service through a secure communication
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channel. 7. MAC Address Binding
We recommend you to bind the IP and MAC address of the gateway to the equipment, thus reducing the risk of ARP spoofing. 8. Assign Accounts and Privileges Reasonably According to business and management requirements, reasonably add users and assign a minimum set of permissions to them. 9. Disable Unnecessary Services and Choose Secure Modes If not needed, it is recommended to turn off some services such as SNMP, SMTP, UPnP, etc., to reduce risks. If necessary, it is highly recommended that you use safe modes, including but not limited to the following services: SNMP: Choose SNMP v3, and set up strong encryption passwords and authentication
passwords. SMTP: Choose TLS to access mailbox server. FTP: Choose SFTP, and set up strong passwords. AP hotspot: Choose WPA2-PSK encryption mode, and set up strong passwords. 10. Audio and Video Encrypted Transmission If your audio and video data contents are very important or sensitive, we recommend that you use encrypted transmission function, to reduce the risk of audio and video data being stolen during transmission. Reminder: encrypted transmission will cause some loss in transmission efficiency. 11. Secure Auditing Check online users: we suggest that you check online users regularly to see if the device is
logged in without authorization. Check equipment log: By viewing the logs, you can know the IP addresses that were used to
log in to your devices and their key operations. 12. Network Log
Due to the limited storage capacity of the equipment, the stored log is limited. If you need to save the log for a long time, it is recommended that you enable the network log function to ensure that the critical logs are synchronized to the network log server for tracing. 13. Construct a Safe Network Environment In order to better ensure the safety of equipment and reduce potential cyber risks, we recommend: Disable the port mapping function of the router to avoid direct access to the intranet devices
from external network. The network should be partitioned and isolated according to the actual network needs. If
there are no communication requirements between two sub networks, it is suggested to use VLAN, network GAP and other technologies to partition the network, so as to achieve the network isolation effect. Establish the 802.1x access authentication system to reduce the risk of unauthorized access to private networks. Enable IP/MAC address filtering function to limit the range of hosts allowed to access the device.
More information
Please visit Dahua official website security emergency response center for security announcements and the latest security recommendations.
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