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Page 2: ...buted reproduced or shared in whole or in part without the express written permission of iPulse Systems Furthermore the information contained in this document may not be shared with other users for any other purpose than the requirement to install or use the relevant iPulse product Where other company names or products are referenced in this manual iPulse Systems acknowledges that these are tradem...

Page 3: ... 03 Updated Release Power Draw Software GM Chalmers 9 November 2017 04 Updated Release Boot Sequence Network Connection GM Chalmers 2 February 2018 05 Updated Release Additional Features Errata GM Chalmers 22 March 2018 06 Updated Release Additional Features Troubleshooting GM Chalmers 14 July 2018 07 Updated Release Additional Features Updated Info GM Chalmers 8 August 2018 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS RE...

Page 4: ...TIONS 8 SECTION 3 REGULATORY ENVIRONMENTAL 11 3 1 Regulatory Overview 11 3 2 FCC Regulations United States of America 11 3 3 CE Regulations European Union 12 3 4 SABS Regulations South Africa 12 3 5 Waste Disposal 12 SECTION 4 UNPACKING THE BOX 13 SECTION 5 IntelliRelay CONNECTION 16 5 1 Wiring Diagram Fail Closed 17 5 2 Wiring Diagram Fail Open 17 SECTION 6 INSTALLATION GUIDELINES 19 SECTION 7 CO...

Page 5: ...ion Sticker 14 Figure 8 Wiring Diagram Fail Closed 17 Figure 9 Wiring Diagram Fail Open 18 Figure 10 iPB4 Installation Diagram 19 Figure 11 Connecting your iPB4 20 Figure 12 Reset Jumpers 21 Figure 13 Common fingerprint Types 29 Figure 14 Common minutia points 30 Figure 15 Fingerprint Enrolment Process 31 Figure 16 Base to Enhanced Images 32 Figure 17 Analysed image with background and smudges rem...

Page 6: ...ly included with Identity models For example an iPB7 Identity SE Prox means that the reader is an iPB7 model of the type Identity a reader type that has a built in card reader with the description SE Prox meaning that this specific card reader supports the HID SE multiclass card reader as well as the multiclass Prox card reader Typical product types are the following Access Normally a dumb device ...

Page 7: ... connectors the iPBx range of readers connect directly to the IntelliRelay via standard Category 5e 1 commonly known as Cat 5 cable 1 For a better understanding of Cat 5 cabling visit Wikipedia https en wikipedia org wiki Category_5_cable 1 4 SecuGen Sensor Capture Matching Algorithm The iPulse iPBx range of biometric devices come standard with the SecuGen range of FBI certified patented SEIR base...

Page 8: ...nual To understand IP ratings see Appendix A of this manual IP compliance is as much a factor of installation as manufacture and the installer plays a critical role in ensuring that the device meets these requirements This manual does NOT cover the iPB4 Access biometric devices iPB4 Model Fingerprints Contactless Smartcard Reader IP52 Rated 3 SEOS iClass 2 Prox MIFARE DESFire iPB4 Access 1 10 000 ...

Page 9: ... access iPulse mixes up the cabling to ensure that only iPBX devices can access the network through the IntelliRelay Distance Standard Cat 5 cables support a distance of up to 100m To make sure that all of our signals including power 1 can run this distance iPulse uses a specific cable pattern to reduce interference and boost signals Therefore in distances over 5m only the iPulse cabling method wi...

Page 10: ... supplies that meet the UL60950 1 TUV EN60950 1 CCC GB4943 RS 50 only safety standards and when used in conjunction with this type of power supply are known to conform to the Safety Electrical Low Voltage standards For wires connecting from the power supply to the IntelliRelay it is recommended that AWG20 2 cable be used and that this distance should not exceed 10 meters from the power supply to t...

Page 11: ...ally in cases where using PoE to power these devices as whilst they may appear to work during installation continued use of an under specified power supply could result in problems over time IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING As with all electronic devices the iPBx biometric device range can experience electronic malfunctions Whilst all the iPulse products are designed with safety in mind and thus have mult...

Page 12: ... intentional unintentional or incidental radiator can be operated without an individual license FCC Part 15 covers as well the technical specifications administrative requirements and other conditions relating to the marketing of FCC Part 15 devices Depending on the type of the equipment verification declaration of conformity or certification is the process for FCC Part 15 compliance More informat...

Page 13: ...tion to industry in South Africa and beyond since 1980 The SABS brand is synonymous with quality reliability and dependability and is found across all manner of products including electronic products such as the iPBx range of biometric readers More information about SABS certification can be found on the SABS website at the following address https www sabs co za The iPB4 range of biometric devices...

Page 14: ...carefully selected to provide your product with maximum protection during shipping The front cover of the reader should be nestling on top of the actual reader See Figure 3 Box Interior Figure 3 Box Interior On the side of the box there will be a product serial number as well as a sticker to show the specific model of the device you have purchased see Figure 4 Serial Model This is important inform...

Page 15: ...ng of the unit At this time they will be nestled into each other but not connected or joined in any way see Figure 5 iPB4 IntelliRelay Figure 5 iPB4 IntelliRelay Finally and if you look at the rear casing of the iPB4 biometric device you should also see a sticker that has some important information on it Some or perhaps all of this information will be needed during the configuration of the iPB4 re...

Page 16: ... MAC address of a computer sic and is the unique identifier assigned to network interfaces for communications at the data link layer of a network segment MAC addresses are used as a network address for most IEEE 802 network technologies including Ethernet and Wi Fi As the iPBx biometric device is in effect a computer running the Linux operating system it too has a unique MAC address taken from the...

Page 17: ...against electrical surges polarity is still important Incorrect wiring could severely damage the IntelliRelay Fire Line connection terminals for a fire system This needs to be turned on with a switch INSIDE the IntelliRelay to operate and requires the presence of a 5v signal to keep operating Pushbutton connection terminals for an exit button or touchless exit sensor Network Input incoming network...

Page 18: ... doors such as entry exit doors to buildings should always be wired with this configuration but it is important to note that there should always be an override switch especially on the inside in case of fire 5 2 Wiring Diagram Fail Open This is a less common wiring diagram and it is normally used when a door needs to be configured in such a way that if the power is cut the door remains open This n...

Page 19: ...ING Cables are loose and exposed and so could be touched by anyone Therefore the IntelliRelay needs to either be installed in the ceiling where it is meant to be or if placed in a spot where it can be reached it should be mounted into an electrical housing for safety reasons Figure 8 Wiring Diagram Fail Open ...

Page 20: ...er or visit www ipulsesystems com This rating also depends on the quality of installation For best results it is recommended that the iPB4 biometric device be mounted indoors or at least under a covered area and that it should not be installed in an area where it is exposed to the elements An iPB4 was designed to be exceptionally easy to install and maintain Looking at Figure 9 iPB4 Installation D...

Page 21: ...able at the point of installation and already connected to the all the relevant network points power sources and devices to ensure that your iPB4 functions according to specification You can connect this cable to the RJ45 connector on the exposed PCB of the iPB4 reader and this is all that is required to add or remove the device to the system once the IntelliRelay is correctly wired and configured...

Page 22: ... to factory defaults Unscrew the front cover and disconnect the iPB4 from the cable providing power and communications Wait 15 seconds at least then bridge out the RESET switch see Figure 11 Reset Jumpers with a screw driver or any other conductive metal and then reconnect the iPB4 biometric device to the cable If you hold the reset connection for 5 seconds the unit should beep once and this means...

Page 23: ...cted to the Internet Your iPB4 is configured to use DHCP by default so if you connect the network cable to a network that has both internet connectivity and a DHCP router you should be up and running first time In Appendix B there is a listing of the beeps and colours your iPB4 will display when it first boots up Should all be successful you will hear three rapid beeps followed by a GREEN flash wh...

Page 24: ...cted via the IntelliRelay to the local network is able to receive an IP address and gateway from the local DHCP server and is able to access the internet Thereafter you may follow the IQSuite cloud manual for further details of how to connect the device to the software and configure it from there However there are many other software solutions available including the following IQSuite 4 4x iPulse ...

Page 25: ...e to your casing which could fade or discolour over time Always ensure that your iPB4 biometric devices stay within operational temperatures specified Using the device in temperatures lower than 0 C 32 F or above 45 C 113 F You should avoid allowing your iPB4 biometric device to come into contact with corrosive materials which can damage your casing and in extreme conditions significantly damage t...

Page 26: ...n 1 Dripping water Vertically falling drops have no harmful effect 2 Dripping water when tilted up to 15 Vertically falling drops have no harmful effect when enclosure is tilted at an angle up to 15 from its normal position 3 Spraying water Water falling as a spray at any angle up to 60 from the vertical has no harmful effect 4 Splashing Water Water splashing against the enclosure from any directi...

Page 27: ... ready to operate Solid Red 3 Short Beeps This means that the device has completed its boot process but does not detect a physical network The reader is ready to operate but is only usable if people have been previously transferred to it during setup LED State Buzzer State LED Indicator Meaning Green Flash 2 Short Beeps This means that the user hwas successfully identified and has been granted acc...

Page 28: ...iPB4 Biometric Device Range Installation User Guide Rev 07 2017 2018 iPulse Systems 27 APPENDIX C IPB4 MOUNTING TEMPLATE ...

Page 29: ...ar of the device is something the device was not designed for and will damage your device and void your warranty 3 Use rubber backing If you are going to install the device outside try to mount the device onto a rubber backing or use a piece of rubber to close the gap at the rear of the device 4 Mount under cover If a device is mounted without a weather shield it is advisable to install where it i...

Page 30: ... A biometric template is constructed from at least two minutiae strings and this what gets stored for later use in a database or on a device BASIC PATTERNS Fingerprints usually consist of one of three basic patterns Arch Ridges enter from one side of the finger rise in the center forming an arc and then exit the other side of the finger Loop Ridges enter from one side of a finger form a curve and ...

Page 31: ...ng a point where the ridge terminates Short ridge or dot ridges with a significantly shorter length than the average ridge length on the fingerprint Bifurcation points where a single ridge splits into two ridges Island or eye a point where a single ridge splits into two before converging into a single ridge again Spur or hook a shorter ridge terminating soon after it branched from its originating ...

Page 32: ...based on the use of these particular devices Before we can proceed we need a digital image of the fingerprint When a finger is placed on the biometric scanner s touch plate a visible light commonly red is shined on the fingerprint through a clear prism The reflected light from the fingerprint is picked up by the optical sensor an optical biometric device is essentially a highly specialized digital...

Page 33: ... move to analysis In this step we select the background region to mark smeared or smudged regions which shouldn t be used as part of the template Once those have been isolated we split the image into blocks and determine their direction BINARY PROCESSING Analysis complete we carefully convert the image to binary To do this the grayscale image is converted to a black and white image Once in black a...

Page 34: ...verall shape of the print RIDGE RECONSTRUCTION Now that we ve got the image in its most basic format we can start a process known as Ridge Reconstruction During this process we eliminate a number of interferences like spurious fusions multiple joining points and air bubbles and islands little ovals in the print lines before we rejoin any cuts that have occurred and remove remaining fake ends Figur...

Page 35: ...ing that uniquely identifies this fingerprint To the eye this looks like nothing more than a long string of random numbers The image below shows the overall progress from the base image we started with to one where the minutia points and their directions as an overlay on the original This is what the information looks like before the final minutiae string is built On this image each red dot repres...

Page 36: ...t difficulty These settings can be changed dynamically according to the requirements of the situation CORE METRICS In general three core metrics are used to determine the performance of a biometric system False Rejection Rate FRR Also referred to as False Non Match Rate FNMR this indicates the probability that the system will fail to detect a match between the input pattern and a matching stored t...

Page 37: ...e Secugen sensors and algorithms used in all iPulse biometric devices are rated as follows IBG FAR 0 FRR 0 NIST EER of 0 0042 and certified MINEX compliant COMPARING FRR FAR RATINGS ON FINGERPRINT FACIAL AND VOICE BIOMETRICS There are always questions relating to the different biometrics available fingerprints facial voice etc and how they compare Different studies have been conducted with a focus...

Page 38: ...es Because we know which biometric template the provided sample needs to match we can lower the matching threshold to allow a better chance of a match being detected Significantly lower chance of false acceptances and false rejections Multi factor authentication offers better security with each additional factor Drawbacks The person may forget or lose a card The person may forget a PIN code MULTI ...

Page 39: ...ptured When capturing a fingerprint there are a few important rules to keep in mind Don t tap Place your finger down firmly and keep it there until a print is captured Don t hover Do not hover slightly above the sensor be assertive Don t slide Do not slide you finger onto the sensor simply put it down firmly Cold fingers Always try to warm your hands and fingers before capturing prints Dry fingers...

Page 40: ...ent from the cable before being connected to the device This picked off current can then be routed to the power jack POE STANDARDS The IEEE standard for PoE requires category 5 cable or higher for high power levels Power is supplied in common mode over two or more of the differential pairs of wires found in the Ethernet cables and comes from a power supply within a PoE enabled networking device su...

Page 41: ...sing iPulse biometric devices with PoE should take great care to only use the recommended products to avoid issues with the continued successful operation of the system LIGHTNING AND CURRENT SURGES In addition to the above devices connected directly to the power supply are more susceptible to over voltage damage than those devices connected via a battery backup power supply as the chances of the c...

Page 42: ...m the worlds leader and inventor of PoE Microsemi Corporation More information about Microsemi Corporation and their range of products can be found here The key products recommended for use when installing an iPBx device with PoE are the following Product Code Description Use Case PD AS 951 12 PoE Splitter This is used to power an iPBx reader from a PoE cable PD 3501G AC PoE Injector This is a sin...

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