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JANUS-lite
User Manual
Welcome to JANUS-lite
Copyright Notice
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Reverse engineering of the software is prohibited.
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Grosvenor Technology Ltd.
Millar’s Three
Southmill Road
Bishop's Stortford
Herts, CM23 3DH, UK
+44 (0) 1279 838000
Website: grosvenortechnology.com
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION......................................................................................................................................1
Key features of JANUS-lite ..................................................................................................................1
CONTACTING GROSVENOR TECHNOLOGY LTD. .............................................................................2
Services provided ................................................................................................................................2
Using this manual ................................................................................................................................3
Conventions ....................................................................................................................................3
SYSTEM OVERVIEW ..............................................................................................................................4
JANUS-lite software.............................................................................................................................4
Installing JANUS-lite........................................................................................................................4
System hardware.................................................................................................................................5
Hand-held computer/organizer........................................................................................................5
Intelligent door controllers ...............................................................................................................6
Readers ...........................................................................................................................................8
Remote infra-red unit.......................................................................................................................9
Infra-red RS-232/422 converter ......................................................................................................9
IDCL installation and connection details..............................................................................................9
Electrical environment ...................................................................................................................11
Physical environment ....................................................................................................................11
IDCL setup ....................................................................................................................................11
Configuration switches ..............................................................................................................11
Common connection examples.................................................................................................12
Lock connections ......................................................................................................................13
Lock connection notes ..............................................................................................................14
USING THE JANUS-LITE SOFTWARE................................................................................................15
JANUS-lite menus .............................................................................................................................15
Options menu ................................................................................................................................16
Edit menu ......................................................................................................................................17
Database-specific option ...............................................................................................................17
Card-specific options.....................................................................................................................17
View Transactions-specific option.................................................................................................18
Starting JANUS-lite............................................................................................................................18
Entering a new database ...................................................................................................................20
Editing a database.........................................................................................................................21
Deleting a database ......................................................................................................................22
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ADDING INFORMATION TO A DATABASE........................................................................................23
Areas..................................................................................................................................................24
Entering new areas .......................................................................................................................24
Editing areas .................................................................................................................................25
Time zones ........................................................................................................................................26
Entering new time zones ...............................................................................................................26
Editing time zones .........................................................................................................................28
Access choices ..................................................................................................................................29
Entering new access choices ........................................................................................................29
Editing access choices ..................................................................................................................30
Cards .................................................................................................................................................31
Entering new cards........................................................................................................................31
Adding individual cards .............................................................................................................31
Using a template .......................................................................................................................34
Block entry of cards ..................................................................................................................34
Getting the card number ...........................................................................................................35
Editing cards..................................................................................................................................36
Controllers..........................................................................................................................................37
Entering new controllers................................................................................................................37
Setup Reader 1 .........................................................................................................................38
Setup Door 1 .............................................................................................................................38
Editing controllers..........................................................................................................................39
Override timeouts ..............................................................................................................................40
Entering a new override timeout ...................................................................................................40
Editing override timeouts...............................................................................................................41
COMMUNICATIONS .............................................................................................................................42
Sending and receiving data ...............................................................................................................42
View transactions...............................................................................................................................44
Delete transactions........................................................................................................................45
Updating firmware .........................................................................................................................46
SYSTEM BACKUP AND ARCHIVE......................................................................................................48
GLOSSARY ...........................................................................................................................................49
INDEX ....................................................................................................................................................51
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Introduction
JANUS-lite from Grosvenor Technology Ltd. offers a unique new entry level into access control.
Easy to program and simple to use, JANUS-lite has much to offer the large or small operator
seeking the sophistication of multiple functionality without undue complexity. JANUS-lite provides
a secure environment for the working practices best suited to your needs.
JANUS-lite is an automatic Access Control System programmed from a hand-held
computer/organizer, connecting to Intelligent Door Controllers (IDC's) via an infra-red signal (or
plug-in cable). The system is quick to install, easy to program and simple to use.
Key features of JANUS-lite
User friendly - The hand-held computing platform has an easy to use interface which can be
driven via a touch-screen, on-screen keyboard, or touch-screen with on-screen handwriting.
Simple and precise access permissions can be allocated quickly and altered as often as required.
'Batch load' cards to save time and use the instant look-up facility to check cards and access
permissions that already exist.
A complete system database can be entered before going to site.
Flexibility - JANUS works with all of the most popular reader technologies. Different reader
technologies can be used within the same system, e.g. infra-red readers could control general
office areas and a 'hands free' reader technology could be used for executive offices.
Reconfiguration of the system design due to departmental moves or building alterations can be
accommodated effortlessly by JANUS without causing disruption to the remainder of the system.
Can be upgraded to JANUS for Windows™, simply by adding communications wiring and a PC
running JANUS for Windows™ software.
Capacity - A single JANUS-lite database can supervise 63 IDC’s, where each IDC is able to
manage two readers, two locks and up to 8,000 card users. With the capability to store multiple
databases on the same hand-held computer, capacity with JANUS-lite is not an issue.
Security - There are up to three levels of security. The hand-held computer itself can be
password protected, each database on the system requires a password and finally, the IDC’s are
individually password protected.
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Contacting Grosvenor Technology Ltd.
Grosvenor Technology is committed to supplying premier products and services as well as
providing technical support and expertise in design, implementation, and systems after care.
Millar’s Three, Southmill Road
Bishops Stortford, Herts, CM23 3DH
Tel:
+44 (0) 1279 838000
Fax:
+44 (0) 1279 504776
Email:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Web:
http://www.grosvenortechnology.com
Services provided
Technical Training - Comprehensive training programs to meet the needs of Approved/
Authorized Installers. Courses include design, installation, troubleshooting, and the fundamentals
of PC networking, and operation and administration of all JANUS systems.
Pre-Sales Services - Technical and quotation assistance including application, configuration and
installation planning.
Help Desk Services - Telephone support to assist commissioning engineers with installation and
system set-up. Unlimited availability during software warranty periods, or when covered by a
Software Support Plan. Also available at published rates if not covered.
Remote Diagnostics - Dial-in assistance to aid system troubleshooting. Unlimited availability
during software warranty periods, or when covered by a Software Support Plan. Also available at
published rates if not covered.
Product Repairs - Available from our workshops in Bishop's Stortford. A standard fee is charged
as to Grosvenor Technology published rates. Advanced warranty replacements are available
upon request.
Database Conversions - Easy upgrades from one system to another where database structures
would otherwise be incompatible. Fees may be charged if complicated scripts or interfacing is
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required. Contact Grosvenor Technology in each instance.
Services on Demand - Supplied where a Software Support Plan is not in force. Fees are charged
as to Grosvenor Technology published rates for technical support and on-site services.
Grosvenor Technology reserves the right to refuse assistance to any Service
Company or engineer that has not been fully trained to our required system
standards. Unqualified engineers may compromise the security and efficient
working of the End-User access control and/or other security systems.
Using this manual
The manual has been laid out in 4 main sections:
An overview of a JANUS-lite system
Creating a database
Adding and editing information in the JANUS-lite database
Transferring information between the hand-held computer and the door controllers
Conventions
All instructions are shown next to the relevant screens from the JANUS-lite application.
Menu names and options are printed in bold type. For example: Select Accept.
This symbol represents information important to the operation of the JANUS-lite
application.
This symbol represents a warning of potential conflict or data loss when using the
application.
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System overview
An Access Control System provides the ability to control, monitor and restrict the movement of
people, assets or vehicles in, out and around a building or site. It also offers the potential of
unique identification of individuals or goods entering or leaving controlled zones within a building
or site.
Access Control devices may be used in conjunction with a variety of different entrance
arrangements, including: doors, turnstiles, barriers, gates, rising barriers, elevators and double
door arrangements.
With continuing developments in technology, Access Control Systems can function as stand alone
or on-line systems connected to an operator station. Products range from token based systems,
digital keypads, through to biometric identification systems.
JANUS-lite software
JANUS-lite is an automatic Access Control System programmed from a hand-held
computer/organizer, which can connect to the access control communications network, or
individual door controllers via an infra-red signal or cable.
The system is capable of storing multiple database systems on the same organizer.
Installing JANUS-lite
JANUS-lite should be installed on computers running Windows 95 Windows 98, Windows NT4
and Windows 2000 (Service Pack 6 or higher on NT4 and Service Pack 1 for 2000).
JANUS-lite also requires Palm OS version 3.5 or higher to be installed on your PC, therefore, you
are advised to set up the Palm organizer and install the Palm Desktop organizer software as per
the manufacturers instructions before you install JANUS-lite.
To install the JANUS-lite software from the CD:
1. Insert the CD labeled ‘JANUS-lite’ into your CD-ROM drive. If Autorun is enabled on your
system the CD starts up and you can select Install JANUS-lite from the CD autorun
page.
2. Alternatively, from the Start menu select Run. Type F:\autorun.exe (substitute the
appropriate letter of your CD-ROM drive for F).
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3. Follow the instructions on the screen to proceed with the installation. Click Done when
you reach the screen which lists the files which will be installed on to the organizer. Click
OK to continue. Click Finish to exit the installer when the installation is complete.
4. To load the JANUS-lite software onto the Palm organizer, place the Palm organizer into
the cradle and press the HotSync button. The JANUS-lite software is automatically loaded
onto the organizer and is now ready to use.
System hardware
The basic JANUS-lite system comprises of:
One or more hand-held computers.
Intelligent Door Controllers (IDC’s)
Readers
Infra-red RS232 toRS422/485 converters or remote infra-red units
Hand-held computer/organizer
The functions of the hand-held computer are:
To process the JANUS-lite program.
To store and maintain the system database(s).
To view system activity.
To pass control data to Intelligent Door Controllers and to receive transaction data
from them.
It is also capable of operating with non-access control applications including; diary, telephone and
address book.
Low or no battery power in an organizer may lead to the loss of all JANUSlite databases stored on that organizer and the JANUS-lite software.
Grosvenor Technology Ltd. recommends that all JANUS-lite data be backed
up to a PC each time changes are made to a JANUS-lite database. See
System backup and archive for further details.
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Intelligent door controllers
Controllers are at the heart of any JANUS system. Once loaded with configuration data from the
hand-held computer they are capable of executing full security at door level without further
reference back to the host computer, other than:
To receive updates and alterations of system data.
To download its own transactions.
The IDC wires directly to a card reader, door contact, lock and egress switch for two complete
door sets, Figure 1 shows a typical setup.
If there is a common field communication network in place, JANUS-lite can support 32 IDC’s per
database. Alternatively, 63 IDC’s per database can be supported if there is no field
communication network.
Figure 1. Typical IDC setup.
With, or without a field communications network, each IDC is individually password protected (see
the section on Entering new controllers for further information), and will control and monitor:
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2 Card readers
2 lock outputs on doors, barriers or turnstiles
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Plus associated:
PIN function
egress switches
door monitors
door wedged alarms
door forced alarms
valid card indication
invalid and unknown card indication
permissions and time patterns for all doors and equipment attached to it
8,000 card user details
tamper to the IDC enclosure
mains power failure indication
automatic switch to battery back-up on power-fail (including locks)
The IDC also maintains a local log of the past 2,000 important historical events and transactions.
When this event buffer is full, the oldest, non-important events are over-written first.
Each IDC is capable of supporting two reader technologies, whether the combination is on one
door or two. See the section on Readers for details of the technologies supported.
They can also be grouped using a password per group, allowing system administration to be
controlled with the utmost flexibility.
Additional IDC’s can be added to the system without adversely affecting the operation, or set-up
of the existing nodes. Failure of any IDC will not adversely affect communications with other
nodes.
Two types of IDC can be supported by the JANUS-lite software:
1.
The IDCL, which is specifically designed for use in a JANUS-lite system (see IDCL
installation and connection details for further information).
2.
The Windows IDC, which requires additional hardware (Infra-red converter) to connect a
remote infra-red unit to the controller.
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Readers
The Reader is assigned to a door and is the device, which reads the cards, carried by the people
using the system. Any type of card reader can be connected to either half of the IDC (swipe,
proximity, hands free, etc.).
Although the GTL DualProx Reader has been specifically designed with a remote infra-red unit to
work with JANUS-lite, a comprehensive range of reader technologies are supported. Table 1
illustrates the different characteristics of the reader technologies supported by JANUS-lite.
Table 1. Comparison of Reader Technologies.
Feature
Mag-
Wiegand
Proximity
Biometric
Watermark
Stripe
Smart
Card
Security
Low
High
Med/High
V. High
V. High
V. High
Cost
Low
Medium
Medium
High
Medium
High
Medium
Medium
Med/High
Low
Medium
Medium
Yes
Yes
Yes
N/A
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No*
No
No
No*
Keypad option
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Key fob option
No
No
Yes
No
No
Yes
Hands free
No
No
No
No
No
No
High
High
High
Medium
Medium
High
Vandal
resistance
Multifunctional Card
End user
encoding
Environmental
tolerance
* In some cases.
Multiple technologies can be used on the same system and even on the same door, providing
maximum design flexibility.
A single card can be used for multiple functionality including access control, time & attendance
and cashless vending.
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Remote infra-red unit
If a reader technology other than the GTL DualProx Reader is used, a remote infra-red unit is
required for direct connection to the JANUS-lite Door Controller.
It provides secure, easy connection from the organizer to the IDC, which is often installed in a
remote area and not always accessible on a regular basis for system updates and re-loads.
Infra-red RS-232/422 converter
This is the communications interface between the hand-held computer/organizer and a Windows
IDC. It provides conversion between RS-232 from the hand-held computer to four wire RS-422 for
the IDC.
IDCL installation and connection details
The IDCL is supplied pre-mounted on a chassis plate with a PSU. A standard PSU will provide
12V DC, 1.5A for locks and has an integrated box tamper switch. This chassis plate is designed
to fit into an enclosure that has an A4 size footprint and is 70mm deep. The enclosure carcass
includes:
Transformer
Mains termination block
Earthing cables
The enclosure will also accommodate a standard 7Ah battery, has a single screw fixing for the lid
and can be mounted in any orientation. All interconnect cables including battery leads are
supplied. See Figure 2 for a diagrammatic representation of the IDCL/PSU chassis plate and
enclosure.
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Status LEDs
1
8
Configuration
Switches
(Default settings)
Run
RS-485 Drive
Eng 1
Eng 2
Licensing
Chip
Auxiliary
Input
+
Power Out +12V
Power Out +5V
Power Out GND
Valid Indicator
Keypad Data Out
Keypad Data In
Data 2 / Clock
Data 1
Enclosure
(Not to scale)
H
Remote IrDA
AC IN
NEL
B
GND
Rx from remote IR
Tx to remote IR
Power out
SCRN
B
A
Power Out +12V
Sounder
Invalid Output
Exit Switch
GND
Door Open Sensor
RS-485
Connection
L
Box
Tamper
Door 1
K
+12V
S
GND
M
Yellow
Orange
IDCL
Lock 1 Select
Lock
PSU
Battery
Connection
Red
Blue
Green
Link
Lock 2
C
G
Power In
GND
Fail Open
Fail Secure
E
- ve
+ ve
Sw1
Box Tamper
Switch
Power Box
Tamper
Supply ON
LED
F
Fs2
Battery Fuse
2.5A Quick Blow
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Fs1
Input Fuse
2A Anti-Surge
F
PSU
D
Transformer
Connection
(Low voltage)
Figure 2. IDCl\PSU chassis plate and enclosure.
M
Mains Fuse
1A Anti-Surge
A
Reader 2 Reader 1
Door 2
Chassis
M
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Electrical environment
The enclosure should not be installed near to hazardous voltages or where it will be exposed to
strong radio frequencies or magnetic fields. All JANUS equipment is CE compliant.
Physical environment
The IDCL must be installed into a clean and dry area. It operates satisfactorily between 0 and
50°C with a relative humidity between 5% and 85%, non-condensing. The atmosphere must be
completely free of corrosive gases.
IDCL setup
Refer to Figure 2 for details.
1. The mains supply should enter the enclosure through one of the knockouts marked M.
Terminate the live, neutral and earth in the mains termination block (A) in the enclosure.
2. Attach the shorter of the two enclosure earth leads (B) to the stud on the the chassis.
3. Connect the transformer (C) to the PSU (D) via the lead supplied (E).
4. Slide the chassis into the enclosure ensuring that the tabs on the chassis plate (F) locate into
the slots on the enclosure (G) and that the chassis is positioned over the mounting hole (H).
Secure with fixing screw.
5. Remove the battery connector lead (K) from the PSU and fit the spade terminals to the
battery terminals: red wire to +ve, black wire to –ve.
6. To insert the battery, first release the flap (J) and move it towards the PSU. Slide the battery
into position, ensuring that the earth lead (L) still protrudes above the chassis plate. Return
the flap to the upright position and lock into place. Reconnect lead (K) to PSU.
7. Attach earth lead (L) to the stud on the enclosure lid before screwing lid into place.
8. No voltage above 30V shoud be present in the low voltage section of the enclosure.
9. The infra-red comms speed is fixed at 19.2k Baud.
Configuration switches
These are used to define the address of the controller and the communication speed at which it
will. See Figure 3 for details.
Address
1
2
4
8
16
32
Address Examples
1
2
3 (1+2)
19 (1+2+16)
Comms
Speed
Baud Rate
1200
2400
4800
9600 (standard)
Figure 3. Configuration switch settings.
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Common connection examples
The figures below provide details of some of the standard connections between an IDCL and the
other types of system hardware.
+12V
+5V
GND
VAL
Kd2
Kd1
Rd2
Rd1
+12V
SNDR
Red
Red
+12V
+5V
GND
VAL
Kd2
Kd1
Rd2
Rd1
SCRN
Black
Blue
White
Green
SCRN
Black
Orange
White
Green
+12V
Brown
SNDR
INV
ExSw
INV
ExSw
GND
GND
SENS
SENS
IRIRi
IRo
IR+
Yellow
Brown
Blue
Violet
Figure 5. HID Prox reader (Grosvenor format)
Yellow
Orange
Figure 4. Grosvenor DualProx reader with infra-red
+5V
IN
OUT
GND
+12V
SNDR
INV
ExSw
GND
SENS
IR+
IRo
IRi
IR-
+ Sounder 12Vdc
200mA Max
To Reader Sounder
Press to Exit
Switch
Door Sensor
(May be supervised type with resistors)
Figure 7. Door connection
3m Max
Figure 6. Remote IR unit
SCRN
B
A
* Connect screen at one end only
Figure 8. RS-485 connection
+12V
+5V
GND
VAL
Kd2
Kd1
Rd2
Rd1
Reader
KPI
+5V
GND
Rx
Tx
Keypad
Interface
Figure 9. Keypad connection
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Lock connections
When using an internal lock power supply, the combined lock current should not exceed 1.5
Amps.
Fail Open Lock
-
C-V
N/C
N/O
1
Door Lock (Strike) 12v DC
Normally closed
Breakglass
(If required)
(Locked when energised)
+
Fail Secure Lock
-
C-V
N/C
N/O
1
Door Lock (Strike) 12v DC
+
(Locked when not powered)
Figure 10. Internal lock supply.
When using an external lock power supply, each lock should not exceed 3 Amps.
Fail Open Lock
C-V
N/C
N/O
-
1
+
External Lock PSU 5
(24V Max DC)
2
3
1
4
C-V
N/C
N/O
2
Normally closed Door Lock
Breakglass
(Strike)
(If required)
Fail Secure Lock
-
C-V
N/C
N/O
1
+
External Lock PSU 5
(24V Max DC)
3
4
C-V
N/C
N/O
1
Door Lock
(Strike)
Figure 11. External lock supply (DC).
Fail Secure Lock
C-V
N/C
N/O
4
3
C-V
N/C
N/O
1
5
4
Low Voltage AC Supply 56
(18Vrms Max)
1
Door Lock
(Strike)
Figure 12. External lock supply (AC).
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Lock connection notes
1. Refer to lock manufacturers data regarding suppression components, e.g. diodes. If fitted,
observe polarity. For maglocks, do not fit diode.
2. Lock voltage must match supply voltage. May be AC or DC.
3. C-V connections are connected together internally, but isolated from all other IDCL circuitry.
4. Where total lock current exceeds 3A, wire PSU to both C-V connections.
5. External supply must be fused, 6 Amps max.
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Using the JANUS--lite software
The instructions in this manual assume knowledge of the hand-held computer on which the
JANUS-lite application is installed. For all non-JANUS commands please consult the
manufacturers handbook.
JANUS-lite menus
The main screen of the JANUS-lite application acts as the primary menu for the application.
From this screen, you can select, delete or create a new
database. Add, edit or delete:
Cards
Access choices
Times zones
Override timeouts
Main JANUS-lite screen
Door controllers
You can also oversee communications between the hand-held computer and the door
controllers and view all transactions held within a database.
Further options are available in most screens by selecting the Menu Icon on the
hand-held computer.
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Options menu
An Options menu is available in all of the main JANUSlite screens except for the Communications and Select
database screens
Menu options
The Print Records option is configured to work with
Cards and Controllers and Transactions only. It is
dependant on PalmPrint software being installed on the
hand-held organizer and the availability of an IR printer.
Printing Card Records
The View changes (and undo) option lists all of the
changes made to the database during the current session,
or since the last Commit Changes command. The last
change is appended to the end of the list
Selecting Undo last cancels the last change and removes
it from the list.
View changes
View Transactions lists all of the transactions that have
ever been monitored by the door controllers defined within
the database.
Each transaction has details of the Door, Time and type
of Event. The last event is appended to the end of the list.
The Print option is only available if there are transactions
listed.
View Transactions
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Select Done to return to the previous screen.
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Edit menu
The Edit menu is only available in the Edit screens of
JANUS-lite. It provides standard editing functions if
required, including
Edit menu
Undo
Cut
Copy
Paste
Depending on the type of hand-held computer being used, there may be the options within
this menu to call up an on-screen keyboard, or alternative.
Database-specific option
This option menu is only available in the main JANUS-lite
screen by selecting the Menu Icon.
The Configure Database option takes you into the Select
Database screen, where you can choose the database
that you wish to edit. This is discussed in more details in
the Editing a database section of this manual
Database-specific options
Card-specific options
These options are only available by selecting the Menu
Icon when editing an existing Card, or adding a new Card
to the database.
The function of these options is discussed in detail in the
Cards section of this manual.
Card-specific options
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View Transactions-specific option
This option is only available by selecting the Menu Icon
when in the View Transactions screen.
This option is only available if there are transactions
recorded in the database.
The function of this option is discussed in detail in the
Delete transactions section of this manual.
Delete Transactions
Starting JANUS-lite
1. Switch on the hand-held computer.
2. Select the JANUS-lite icon from the applications listed.
JANUS-lite will open to display a Welcome message.
This explains the need for a database to be defined
before any other information can be added.
List of applications
Scroll down to read the entire message.
3. After reading the message, select OK and the application
will take you into the Edit Site Database screen where
you can enter the details for the first database.
4. The Site Name (maximum 20 characters) and Site ID
fields are compulsory, if either of these fields is left blank;
a Missing or Invalid Data message will be displayed.
5. Enter the information in the appropriate fields, ensuring
Define the first database
that the Site ID is 4 characters long (see note).
The Password is optional (max 10 digits).
When you tap on the Site ID field, JANUS-lite will allocate the first four letters
of the Site Name as the site ID. If this is less than 4 characters, JANUS-lite
will add the necessary number of periods to the end of the character string.
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6. Selecting Cancel at any time will return you to the main
JANUS-lite screen, where the active database field will
state Undefined.
7. Select Accept to save the database information and to
return to the main JANUS-lite screen. The new database
name is displayed in the active database field.
Main JANUS-lite screen with no
database defined
You are now ready to populate the JANUS database.
See the section on Adding information to a database
for detailed instructions.
Alternatively, to define another database see the
following section entitled Entering a new database for
further information.
Main JANUS-lite screen
displaying new database
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Entering a new database
1. In the main JANUS-lite screen, select the Database pulldown menu. This will display the list of databases
previously defined and the Add new option.
2. Select Add new to display the Edit Database screen.
Database selection
3. Enter the Site Name and Site ID as previously described
in Starting JANUS-lite.
Selecting Cancel at any time will return to the main
JANUS-lite screen.
Edit Database screen
4.
When the details have been entered, select Accept to
save the information to memory and return to the main
JANUS-lite screen. The new site name will be displayed
in the active database window.
5.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 to enter any further sites.
Each database must be given a unique Site ID;
otherwise, the system will display a message stating
that the record has already been defined.
Add database details
Although the system will accept multiple databases
with identical Site Names, this practice is not
recommended.
The database is now ready to be populated with
information. See the section entitled Adding
information to a database for further details.
New database is active
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Editing a database
1. In the main JANUS-lite screen, use the Menu icon to
display the options menu.
2. Choose Configure database to display the Select
Database screen.
Options menu
3. Choose the database from the list displayed.
Select database screen
4.
If the database is password protected, the Site
Password screen will be displayed. Enter the site
password and select OK.
5.
If the password is accepted, the Edit Database
screen will be open. If it is incorrect, the Select
Database screen will remain displayed.
Database password screen
6. Modify the information as required and select Accept
to save the changes.
After initial entry, only the Site Name and
Password can be edited, the Site ID remains
fixed.
7. Repeat steps 3 to 6 for all databases to be edited.
8. Select Done to return to the main JANUS-lite screen.
Edit database screen
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Deleting a database
1. In the main JANUS-lite screen, use the Menu icon to
display the options menu.
2. Choose Configure database to display the Select
Database screen.
3. Choose the database from the list displayed.
Deleting a database
4. If the database is password protected, the Site Password screen will be displayed.
Enter the site password and select OK.
5. If the password is accepted, the Edit Database screen will open. If it is incorrect, the
Select Database screen will remain displayed.
6. In the Edit Database screen select Delete. You will be asked to confirm the command,
select OK. This will delete the database from memory and return you to the Select
Database screen.
7. Repeat for all remaining databases to be deleted. Select Done to return to the main
JANUS-lite screen.
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Adding information to a database
After the initial installation of the Access Control System (controllers and readers), and before any
information is entered into the database, it is of great long-term benefit if a Plan of the system is
set out, as it can make entering the system information much easier.
The plan should consist of:
Naming the controlled Areas people will require access to.
Defining the Time Zones (times linked to days of the week).
Defining the range of Access Choices (a combination of area and time zone),
required for the system.
Deciding which Access Choices cardholders should have.
Naming the Doors in the controlled Areas.
Naming the Readers associated with the Doors.
Assigning Doors and Readers to Controllers.
The following sections give full details on how to enter and edit the different categories of system
data.
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Areas
There are no default areas set for a new database, therefore at least one area must be added
before any Access Choices can be defined.
Entering new areas
1. Ensure that the correct database is displayed in the
active database field on the main JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Areas, then New.
3. Fill in the area name (maximum of 20 characters in
length), e.g. Office.
4. Select Accept to enter the area into the database.
Enter new area
If a duplicate area name is entered, a message will be
displayed stating that the record already exists. Select
OK to close the alert window.
Either Cancel the duplicate area, or choose an
alternative name.
Duplicate record message
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5.
Repeat steps 2 to 4 until all areas have been entered.
6.
Select Done to return to the main JANUS-lite screen.
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Editing areas
Editing an area is limited to changing the name of that area, or deleting the area from the
database.
1. Ensure that the correct database is displayed in the
active database field on the main JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Areas. The Select Area screen is displayed
listing all areas defined in the database.
3. Select the Area Name.
Area list
4. Edit the name, and then select Accept to save the
change.
Or, select Delete. You will be asked to confirm this
choice before the area is removed from the database.
Select OK.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 until all areas have been edited.
Edit area
Select Done to return to the main JANUS-lite screen.
If a deleted Area is part of an existing Access Choice, that Access Choice
will also be removed from the database, and from any Cards it was assigned
to.
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Time zones
Each database has a default time zone called All The Time. This can be edited or deleted as
required. See the section entitled Editing time zones for further information.
Entering new time zones
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Time zones to display a list of time zones
defined for that database. Select New.
Enter new time zone
3. The Edit Time Zone screen is displayed. Fill in the time
zone Name (maximum of 20 characters in length), e.g.
Office Hours.
4. By default all times are set at 0:00, with a Start Time
and an End Time available for each day of the week.
Edit time zone
5. Allocate a Start Time by tapping the first time for the
appropriate day of the week (left-hand column). Use
the arrows to select the hours (0 to 23) and minutes (00
to 59). Select OK.
6. Allocate an End Time by tapping on the second time
Select Start and End times
(right-hand column) for the same day of the week as in
step 5. Select the hours and minutes as previously
described.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for each day to be included in the
time zone.
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8. If the Start and End Times are the same for each day
of the week in a time zone, then select the Name of the
day with the times you wish to copy, e.g. Monday.
Select Copy.
Copy Start and End Times
9. Select the Name of the next day you wish to include in
the time zone, e.g. Tuesday. Select Paste.
Paste Start and End Times
10. Repeat step 9 for all days to be included in the time
zone. Select Accept.
11. Repeat steps 2 to 10 for each time zone to be included
in the database.
Start and end times defined
12. When all time zones have been entered, select Done to
return to the main JANUS-lite screen.
List of time zones defined
If a duplicate time zone name is entered, a message will be displayed
stating that the record has already been defined. Either Cancel, or choose
an alternative name.
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Editing time zones
Editing a time zone can involve: changing the name of the time zone, altering the days during
which the time zone is active, altering the Start and End times, or deleting the time zone from the
database.
1.
Ensure that the correct database is displayed on the main JANUS-lite screen.
2.
Select Time zones. The Select Time zone screen is displayed listing all time zones defined
in the database.
3.
Select the time zone Name.
4.
Edit the name, and then select Accept to save the change.
Alternatively, edit the days or times when the time zone is operational. Select Accept
to save the changes
Or, select Delete. You must confirm this choice before the time zone is removed from the
database. Select Delete to confirm, or OK to cancel.
5. Repeat steps 2 to 4 until all time zones have been edited. Select Done.
If a deleted Time zone is part of an existing Access Choice, that Access
Choice will be listed with the appropriate area, but with the time zone now
as undefined.
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Access choices
Entering new access choices
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Access Choices, then New to bring up the Edit
Access Choice screen
Enter new access choice
3. Choose the appropriate Area from those listed.
Alternatively, select Add New from the drop down list
to enter a new Area into the database (see the
section entitled Entering new areas for further
details).
Select area
4.
Choose the appropriate Time Zone from those listed.
Alternatively, select Add New from the drop down list
to enter a new Time Zone into the database (see the
section entitled Entering new time zones for further
details).
5. Select Accept to save the Access Choice to the
database.
Select time zone
6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 until all Access choices have
been entered. Select Done.
If a duplicate access choice is entered, a message will be displayed stating
that the record has already been defined. Either Cancel, or choose an
alternative area and time zone combination.
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Editing access choices
Editing an access choice is limited to: changing the time zone, or deleting the access choice from
the database.
The Area cannot be altered once the access choice has been saved to the
database.
6.
Ensure that the correct database is displayed on the main JANUS-lite screen.
7.
Select Access choices. The Select Access choice screen is displayed listing all access
choices defined in the database.
8.
Select the appropriate access choice from the list.
9.
Select an alternative Time zone, and then select Accept to save the change.
10. Or, select Delete. You will be asked to confirm this choice.
11. Continue until all access choices have been edited. Select Done to return to the main
JANUS-lite screen.
If an Access Choice is deleted from the database, it will automatically be
removed from all Cards to which it was assigned.
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Cards
Entering new cards
There are two principal methods of adding cards to the database: individually or where there is a
contiguous range of card numbers, in blocks of up to 99.
Card Templates can be set up for both methods. This is particularly useful when adding large
numbers of cards with similar Access choices.
Adding individual cards
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Cards, then New to bring up the Edit Card
screen.
3. Enter the Last name (maximum of 30 characters), First
name (maximum of 20 characters) and Title for the
Enter card details
cardholder (maximum of 10 characters). These fields
are all optional.
4. Enter the Card number (maximum of 13 digits). See the section entitled Getting the card
number if this is not known. The card number is compulsory.
If a duplicate card number is entered, a message will be displayed stating
that the record has already been defined. Either amend the card number or
cancel the card entry.
5. Enter the Keypad PIN with a maximum of 4 digits (this is only applicable if keypads are used
as part of the JANUS-lite access control system). If fewer than 4 digits are entered, the
database will store the PIN with the required number of leading zeros. For example, if 12 was
entered as the PIN number, the database would store it as 0012.
There is no requirement for a keypad PIN to be a unique.
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6. Select the Card status from the drop down menus.
The default is Valid.
Select card status
7. Select the type of Access the cardholder should have
from the drop down list of Access Choices.
If an Access Choice is not available from the list,
select Add new to create the required Access Choice.
8. A cardholder may have a maximum of 16 Access
Choices assigned.
Select access choices
9. To add another Access choice to the Card record
select Undefined and choose from the list displayed.
10. Repeat step 7 until all necessary Access choices
have been selected for that Card record.
11. Select Accept to save the Card information to the
database.
12. Repeat steps 2 to 11 until all Cards have been
entered. Select Done.
Cards defined in the
database
The Select Card screen lists all cards defined in the database alphabetically. If the checkbox
is ticked, the cards are listed numerically.
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Setting up a template
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Cards, then New to bring up the Edit Card
screen.
Selecting template defaults
3. Select the appropriate Card status from the drop
down menu.
4. Select the appropriate Access choices from the drop
down list.
5. Select the Menu icon on the hand-held computer to
display the menu options.
Menu options
6. Select Save to template. The card status and access
choice options selected are now set as the default
values for the template.
If a card record has been used solely to set up a template, the card record
can be Cancelled and the template will remain saved. Otherwise select
Accept and Done, ensuring that a valid Card number has been entered.
Each database is capable of maintaining only one template at a time. The
template can be updated at any time when editing a Card record by
repeating steps 5 and 6 above.
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Using a template
1. To set up a Card using the template select Cards then New to bring up the Edit Card screen.
2. Select the Menu icon to display the menu options.
3. Select Load from template. The Card status and Access choice options are automatically
loaded into the Card record.
4. Complete the remaining fields in the Card record and select Accept.
5. Repeat steps 1 to 4 until all Cards have been entered. Select Done.
Block entry of cards
1. To set up a Block of Cards select Cards then New to
bring up the Edit Card screen.
2. Select New block.
3. Enter the First and Last numbers in the range of card
numbers (a maximum of 99 cards can be entered at any
one time).
Enter card range
4. Selecting the Use Template checkbox will give all cards
in the range the same Card Status and Access
choices.
5. Select OK, then select Done. All of the cards will now be
visible in the Select Card screen.
6. Cardholder details can be added when appropriate. See
the section entitled Editing cards for further details.
List of cards in database
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Getting the card number
The Card number is internally encoded within the card itself. It can be retrieved in the following
way:
1.
Present the Card(s) to a Reader.
2.
Cards that have been read, but are not defined within the system database, are
maintained on a separate list within the database.
3.
To view this list select Cards from the main JANUS-lite screen, then select New.
4. Select the Menu icon to display the menu options.
5. Select Get card number.
6. Cards that have been read but not found in the
database will be listed here. They appear in time order,
with the most recent at the top.
Options menu
7. Choose the number from the list and select OK.
8. The number is placed in the Card number field in the
Edit Card screen.
9. Complete the card details and select Accept.
10. Repeat steps 1 to 9 for all other unknown cards. Select
Unknown card number list
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Editing cards
All fields in the Card record can be altered. The most common reason to edit the Card record is a
change in Card status or Access choices.
1.
Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2.
Select Cards to display the list of cards defined in the
database.
3.
Open the Card record to be edited.
4.
Edit the Card record fields as required.
5.
To remove an Access choice from a card, select the
Card record to be edited
Access choice from the list. The list of all Access
choices defined for the database is displayed.
6.
Select Undefined.
7.
The Access choice is removed from the Card record.
8.
Select Accept to save the changes.
List of access choices
Or, select Delete. You will be asked to confirm this
choice
9. Repeat steps 3 to 8 for any further Cards. Select Done.
Updated card record
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Controllers
Entering new controllers
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed.
2. Select Controllers, then New to display the Edit
Controller screen.
3. Enter the Address (see note), and Name for the
Controller (maximum of 20 characters), e.g. Office.
Entering a new controller
4. Select Communications.
5. Enter a Password (not compulsory; max. 10 digits).
6. Select Hold back transactions to prevent
transactions being downloaded from the controller
every time a connection is made.
7. Select Use Infra-red communications if appropriate
for the Controller.
8. Choose the comms Speed from the drop down menu
Adding communications
information
(19.2k baud is the default as this is the fixed speed
for infra-red comms).
9. Select Done to save the Communications
information.
The address is a unique number which identifies the Controller so the
system knows where to send messages and from where they are received.
The number entered here has to be set in the Controller itself and must be
in the range of 1 to 63 if there are no field communications present, and 1 to
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Setup Reader 1
1.
Select Setup Reader 1.
2.
Enter the Name of the Reader associated with the
Controller (maximum length 20 characters), e.g. Office
Reader.
3.
Choose Door 1 or 2 according to the Controller setup.
4.
Area and Reader Type should be chosen from the
drop down lists.
Adding reader information
5.
Select PIN Pad Active if appropriate.
6.
Choose Done to save the Reader setup information.
7.
Repeat steps 1 to 6 for Reader 2 if appropriate
Setup Door 1
1. Select Setup Door 1.
2. Enter then Name of the Door associated with the
Controller (maximum length 20 characters), e.g. Main
Office Door.
3. Select the options required from those listed.
4. Select when the Door should be Unlocked from the
Adding door information
dropdown list of Time Zones. If left as the default setting
(Undefined), the door will always be locked.
5. Choose Done to save the Door setup information.
Repeat steps 1 to 4 for Door 2 if appropriate.
6. Select Accept to save the Controller information to the
database.
7. Repeat for all Controllers on the system. Select Done.
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Editing controllers
All information relating to Controllers can be edited except the Controller Address. This remains
fixed.
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Controllers to display the list of Controllers
defined in the database. These are listed by Address,
Name and the associated Reader(s).
3. Select the Controller to be edited.
Controller listing
If JANUS-lite has communicated with a controller, an
Info box is displayed in the Edit Controller screen. This
provides details of the controller Serial Number, Board
Type, Firmware Version, Date of the Flash files and if
PINs have been enabled.
4. Edit the Controller details as required.
5. Select Accept to save the changes.
Or, select Delete. You will be asked to confirm this
choice.
Updated controller listing
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 for any further Controllers. Select
Done.
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Override timeouts
These should only be changed in very specific circumstances, e.g. if the door is used for disabled
access, the 'open time' should be altered accordingly.
Entering a new override timeout
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed.
2. Select Override Timeouts then New.
Timeout list
3. Choose the Controller from the drop down list.
4. Select Dev Type from the list, e.g. Door, Reader.
5. Select the Dev No. from the list.
6. Select a value for the Timer from the list (see note).
7. Enter a value for the Period.
8. Select Accept to save.
Edit timeout
9. Repeat steps 2 to 8 for all Override Timeouts
required. Select Done.
The choices available in the Timer menu are dependent on the Dev Type
(hardware) selected.
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Editing override timeouts
All information relating to Override Timeouts can be edited, or the Override can be deleted from
the database.
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed on the
main JANUS-lite screen.
2. Select Override Timeouts. The list of Overrides
already defined in the database is displayed (see
note).
3. Select the Override to be edited.
Timeout listing
4. Edit the Override details as required.
Or, select Delete. You will be asked to confirm
this choice
5. Select Accept to save the changes.
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 for any further Overrides.
Select Done.
Revised listing
These are listed by Controller Name, Hardware Type, and the Timer,
which has been modified.
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Communications
To enable the transfer of information from the Controllers to the hand-held computer, they must
be able to ‘talk’ to each other. The link between the hand-held computer and the Ir Converter can
be achieved using an infra-red link, or via an RS-232 serial cable.
If a serial cable is to be used as the link, it should be connected between the
hand-held computer and the IR Converter before performing the actions
described in Sending and receiving data.
Sending and receiving data
In the absence of a communications network, the following steps must be performed at each
Controller.
1.
Ensure the correct database is displayed on the
main JANUS-lite screen.
2.
Select Communications. A Commit Changes
message will be displayed.
3.
By selecting OK, you will no longer be able to Undo
changes already made to the database during the
current session. Select View to display those
Commit changes alert
changes.
4.
The Communications screen is displayed listing all
of the controllers in the database and details of
packets waiting to be transmitted to those
controllers.
5.
Select the Controller Name from the list. JANUS-lite
will automatically try to establish communication
between the hand-held computer and the selected
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Failure of communication will result in a Controller
off-line message.
6. If using the IR link:
Ensure that the IR port on the hand-held computer
is directed at the IR Reader (remote IR unit, or the
port on the IR Converter). The distance between the
two should be no more than 80mm.
Communication failure
Ensure that the Beam Receive preference for the
hand-held computer is set to ON.
7. Select Reload Controller. You will be asked to
confirm this selection. Click OK to continue.
8. When communication is established, the Controller
serial number will be displayed and packets from the
hand-held computer will be sent to the Controller.
Communication proceeding
9. After all waiting packets have been sent, the
Controller will automatically download any
transaction information to the hand-held computer,
unless the Hold back transactions option was
selected when setting up the controller. If this option
was selected, a Get Transactions box is displayed
(as shown in these examples), and must be selected
before transactions will be retrieved from the
controller.
10. Select Done to return to the list of Controllers.
Communication complete
11. Repeat steps 3 to 10 for all Controllers in the
database.
Data, which has been retrieved from the Controllers,
can be viewed immediately by selecting View
transactions.
The Flash Utilities option is used to update the firmware that an IDC uses.
See the section entitled Updating firmware for more information.
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View transactions
JANUS-lite maintains a complete history of all transactions that have taken place within the
system.
1.
Ensure the correct database is displayed on the main
JANUS-lite screen.
2.
Select View Transactions. The View Transactions
screen is displayed, listing in date order all
transactions for that database.
3.
List of transactions
To print out the transactions list, select Print.
Leaving the default dates would print all the
transactions in the database. Change the dates to
select only those transactions for a given time period.
To select transactions for specific events, use the
Find in desc field.
To select transactions at specific controllers use the
Find in name field.
Print transactions
By using a combination of date, name and
description, a very specific selection of transactions
can be printed.
4.
Select Done to return to the main JANUS-lite screen.
The Print option will only work if PalmPrint software is installed on the
organizer and an infra-red printer is available.
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Delete transactions
Because JANUS-lite maintains a complete history of all transactions that have taken place within
the system, the transactions list can occupy a large amount of memory on the organizer.
It is possible to delete old transactions to increase the amount of memory available to the
application. Transactions can only be deleted from the system database from within the View
Transactions screen.
1. While in the View transactions screen, select the
Menu Icon.
2. Choose Delete Transactions from the Transaction
Options menu.
3. Select the Date field. By default, it shows the date of
the most recent transaction.
Delete transactions option
4. Modify the date as required.
5. Select Delete to remove all transactions up to and
including the selected date.
6. Select Done to return to the main JANUS-lite
screen.
Select transactions to delete
A Delete transactions command cannot be undone.
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Updating firmware
There are occasions when new firmware must be downloaded to a controller, usually upon the
introduction of a new type of reader that has been developed since the controller was installed.
The controller can maintain two separate pages of code, one Active and one Inactive. When
downloading new firmware the inactive page is overwritten and can then be made Active. This is
achieved by using the Flash Utilities option within the Control Comms screen.
1. Ensure the correct database is displayed in the active
database field on the main JANUS-lite screen. Select
Communications.
2. The list of controllers defined in the database is
displayed. Select the appropriate Controller Name from
the list.
Controller list
3. JANUS-lite will automatically try to establish
communication between the hand-held computer and
the selected Controller.
4. When communication is established, waiting
information will be transferred between the hand-held
computer and the Controller as previously described.
Control comms screen
5. To update the firmware select Flash Utilities. This
option is only available when communication between
the hand-held computer and the Controller has been
established.
6. Ensure that the page you wish to overwrite is marked
as Inactive.
Flash utilities screen
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7.
Select Download. The Control Comms screen will
be displayed with a ‘Get flash download in progress’
message, while the Packets sent field will be
incremented as the download progresses.
Flash download in progress
8.
When finished a ‘Flash download complete’ message
will be displayed.
Flash download complete
9.
Select Flash Utilities. The Inactive Page field will
now display the current date and the legend ‘Usable’.
If the download was unsuccessful the legend will
state ‘Unusable’.
10. Select Mark Active to ensure that the controller uses
the correct firmware.
Updated flash utilities screen
11. Select Done to return to the Control Comms page. A
‘Flash activate accepted’ message should be
displayed.
12. To ensure that the Active page has changed choose
Flash Utilities. The Active Page should now show the
correct date.
13. Select Done to return to the Control Comms page and
select Done to return to the list of controllers.
Activate accepted
14. Repeat steps 2 to 13 for all controllers that need to
have their firmware updated.
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System backup and arch
ive
It is important to note the some organizers fail if their batteries run low. This can lead to the loss of
all JANUS-lite software and all JANUS-lite databases stored on the organizer. To prevent this,
Grosvenor Technology Ltd. recommend that all system data is backed-up to a PC each time
changes are made to a JANUS-lite database. This will ensure that in the event of a power failure
in the organizer, system data can be retrieved.
The transfer or synchronization of data between the hand-held computer and a PC will be
dependent upon the type of hand-held computer being used. Consult the manufacturer’s
handbook for instructions.
The PC and other hardware requirements to do this will be dependent on the type of hand-held
computer/organizer being used. Consult your handbook for the manufacturer’s recommendations.
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Glossary
Glossary
Access Choice - Each Access Choice defines which area a cardholder is allowed into and at
what times.
Area - An area is a location within a site to which access control is required. Areas are used in
conjunction with time zones to define Access choices.
Cards - Everyone in the system is allocated a card. Each card has a unique number, which is
contained in the card record within the system database along with the cardholder’s details and
the Access Choices that have been allocated. This information determines through which doors
and at what times the cardholder is allowed.
Comms - The way the hand-held computer 'talks' to the access control system. By this means, it
downloads the database, or selected parts of it, to the access control boxes, and receives
messages from them.
Controller - Intelligent Door Controller. Controls 2 card readers, 4 monitored inputs and 4
outputs.
Database - A store of information on the hand-held computer. The information defines cards,
access choices, doors, etc., and so determines how the access control system operates. The
database is edited and saved using the JANUS-lite program.
Field - Each part of the record in which you can enter data is called a field. A record is made up of
a number of fields. Certain fields contain text such as a name, others contain numbers such as
the card number, and others are merely switches, which turn options on or off.
Hand-held computer/organizer – Used to process the JANUS-lite program, to store the system
database(s), and to view system activity. The terms hand-held computer and organizer are
interchangeable in the context of this manual.
Override Timeouts - Within the JANUS-lite application there are default timeouts set for events
involving the different categories of hardware, for example, how long a door is open. There are
instances when these need to be changed, e.g. if the door is used for disabled access, or if it is a
turnstile. The 'open time' should be altered accordingly. This is done using the Override Timeout
facility.
Record - Each group of information within the database, for example, about a card, a time zone,
or an area is called a record.
Time zone - A time zone is a list of times linked to days of the week. Time zones are used in
conjunction with Areas to control access through doors.
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Transaction – An event monitored by the door controllers. For example: a valid card read. The
database maintains details of all transactions at each controller, including: door, card number,
time etc.
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Index
Index
Access choice ......................................... 29, 49
address ......................................................37
editing ........................................................ 30
communications .........................................37
Access control................................................. 4
deleting ......................................................39
Area............................................................... 49
editing ........................................................39
Areas ............................................................. 24
entering new ..............................................37
editing ........................................................ 25
name ..........................................................37
automatic access control ................................ 1
password....................................................37
backup and archive ....................................... 48
reload .........................................................43
Cards....................................................... 31, 49
setup
access choices .......................................... 32
door ........................................................38
block of ...................................................... 34
reader .....................................................38
card number .............................................. 31
speed .........................................................37
card status ................................................. 32
Conventions.....................................................3
editing ........................................................ 36
data
first name................................................... 31
send and receive .......................................42
get card number ........................................ 35
Database .......................................................49
get the card number .................................. 35
accept ........................................................20
getting the card number ........................ 31
adding information to .................................23
last name ................................................... 31
cancel...................................................19, 20
load from template .................................. 34
deleting ......................................................22
save to template ........................................ 33
Edit database .............................................20
setting up a template ................................. 33
editing ........................................................21
title ............................................................. 31
entering new ..............................................20
using a template ........................................ 34
password....................................................18
Comms.......................................................... 49
site ID.........................................................18
Communications ........................................... 42
site name .............................................18, 20
controller off-line ........................................ 43
deleting
reload controller......................................... 43
cards ..........................................................36
sending and receiving data ....................... 42
controllers ..................................................39
configuration switches................................... 11
database ....................................................22
connection details
override timeouts .......................................41
door connection ......................................... 12
Door
keypad connection..................................... 12
name ..........................................................38
remote IR unit ............................................ 12
setup ..........................................................38
RS-485 connection .................................... 12
sounder options .........................................38
connection examples
unlocked.....................................................38
Grosvenor Dual Prox reader with infra-red 12
Edit Menu ......................................................17
HID Prox reader (Grosvenor format) ......... 12
editing
Controller............................................. 6, 37, 49
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areas.......................................................... 25
physical environment .................................11
cards .......................................................... 36
setup ..........................................................11
controllers .................................................. 39
Infra-red converter ...........................................9
database.................................................... 21
installing...........................................................4
override timeouts ....................................... 41
Intelligent door controllers ...............................6
time zones ................................................. 28
internal lock supply........................................13
electrical environment ................................... 11
JANUS-lite .......................................................1
enter
capacity........................................................1
new area.................................................... 24
installing .......................................................4
new controller ............................................ 37
key features .................................................1
new override timeout ................................. 40
Menus ........................................................15
new time zone ........................................... 26
security.........................................................1
external lock connections
AC.............................................................. 13
external lock supply
DC.............................................................. 13
Field .............................................................. 49
Grosvenor Technology
contacting .................................................... 2
Services
software .......................................................4
starting .......................................................18
Terminology ...............................................49
using ..........................................................15
Lock connection
details.........................................................14
Lock connections...........................................13
external lock supply (AC)...........................13
Database Conversions ............................ 2
external lock supply (DC)...........................13
Help Desk ................................................ 2
internal lock supply ....................................13
Pre-Sales ................................................. 2
Menus ............................................................15
Product Repairs ....................................... 2
database-specific .......................................17
Remote Diagnostics................................. 2
edit .............................................................17
technical training ...................................... 2
options .......................................................16
Hand-held computer.................................. 5, 49
undo last.................................................16
Hardware......................................................... 5
view changes .........................................16
Controller ..................................................... 6
view transactions....................................16
Hand-held computer .................................... 5
Print Records .............................................16
IDCL ............................................................ 9
view transactions-specific ..........................18
Infra-red converter ....................................... 9
Organizer.......................................................49
Readers ....................................................... 8
Override timeout ......................................40, 49
remote infra-red unit .................................... 9
controller ....................................................40
IDC .................................................................. 6
delete .........................................................41
IDCL ............................................................ 6, 9
Dev. No. .....................................................40
configuration swtiches ............................... 11
Dev. type....................................................40
connection examples................................. 12
editing ........................................................41
electrical environment ............................... 11
entering new ..............................................40
Installation and Connection ......................... 9
period .........................................................40
lock connections ........................................ 13
timer ...........................................................40
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Password
Overview ......................................................4
controller .................................................... 37
plan ............................................................23
physical environment .................................... 11
Terminology...................................................49
Reader
Access choice ............................................49
area ........................................................... 38
Area ...........................................................49
name.......................................................... 38
Cards .........................................................49
on door ...................................................... 38
Comms.......................................................49
setup .......................................................... 38
Controller ...................................................49
type............................................................ 38
Database....................................................49
Readers........................................................... 8
Field ...........................................................49
technologies supported ............................... 8
Hand-held computer ..................................49
Record........................................................... 49
Override timeout ........................................49
reload controller ............................................ 43
Record .......................................................49
remote infra-red unit........................................ 9
Time zone ..................................................49
sending and receiving data ........................... 42
Transaction ................................................50
Software .......................................................... 4
Time zone......................................................49
System ............................................................ 4
Time zones ....................................................26
backup and archive ................................... 48
editing ........................................................28
hardware...................................................... 5
Transaction....................................................50
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