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Purpose of this Document

This Quick Setup Guide is intended for users who are already familiar with Kantech products and have some 
knowledge of network configuration.
This document is aimed at describing the configuration steps required to establish communication between 
EntraPass Global Edition and one or several KT-NCC communication controllers, taking into account your 
environment and your network architecture.
Note that this document does not replace the reference guide that came with the KT-NCC communication 
controller and the EntraPass Global Edition software.

Reference Documents

The following documents are reference documents for EntraPass Global Edition and the KT-NCC 
communications controller:

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KT-NCC Network communication controller, Installation Manual,

 DN1611.

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EntraPass Global Edition

 Reference Manual DN1316.

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How to Migrate to the KT-NCC

 DN1661.

Summary of Contents for KT-NCC

Page 1: ...K T N C C N e t w o r k C o m m u n i c a t i o n s C o n t r o l l e r Quick Configuration Guide DN1656 0606 ...

Page 2: ... steps required to establish communication between EntraPass Global Edition and one or several KT NCC communication controllers taking into account your environment and your network architecture Note that this document does not replace the reference guide that came with the KT NCC communication controller and the EntraPass Global Edition software Reference Documents The following documents are ref...

Page 3: ...ring the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 16 Verifying the Connection Status 19 Configuring the EntraPass DHCP IP Address LAN 20 To configure an EntraPass DHCP Address LAN 20 Initializing the KT NCC in Factory Reset Mode 20 Registering the KT NCC to the EntraPass Global Edition Server 21 Activating the EntraPass DHCP 22 Configuring the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 22 Connecting the KT NCC ...

Page 4: ... you contact the Network Administrator of the site where you will install the KT NCC so that he can provide you with all network information that is essential for the good operation of the KT NCC How to Proceed First determine the architecture of the site and the corresponding configuration scenario Next you should assemble the network information required to configure the KT NCC register and conf...

Page 5: ...mmunicate When the EntraPass server is used a static or DHCP address can be assigned to establish the communication When the Enterprise server is used the DHCP server assigns a dynamic IP address Possible LAN Configurations There are three possible ways of configuring the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition Static IP Address You will use this type of configuration in an environment where the Networ...

Page 6: ...Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd All rights reserved Specifications may change without notice page 5 of 39 DN1656 0606 Figure 1 Local Network with EntraPass Server for Static IP Address Figure 2 Local Network with EntraPass DHCP Server KT NCC Switch KT NCC Switch EntraPass Server EntraPass DHCP Server ...

Page 7: ...Internet www kantech com 2006 Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd All rights reserved Specifications may change without notice page 6 of 39 DN1656 0606 Figure 3 Local Network with Enterprise DHCP Server Enterprise DHCP Server already installed Switch KT NCC EntraPass Server ...

Page 8: ... IP addresses can be reserved or the server could be left to assign IP addresses automatically DHCP Note We prefer the use of a static IP address for the KT NCC since the routers have to be configured to forward ports with static addresses When sites that are distant from the network are protected by routers a public address will be used for communication between the EntraPass server and the remot...

Page 9: ...f you have not already done so to contact the Network Administrator where the KT NCC will be installed to obtain as much information as possible so that you can enter it in the diagram that matches your network environment We suggest that you always have a copy of the diagram close by and keep a copy with your KT NCC controller Default KT NCC Parameters You will use the following parameters when c...

Page 10: ...g when configuring the KT NCC in the EntraPass Global Edition software It contains Ethernet Ports 1 and 2 on the top right the RS 232 connection port on the top left MAC addresses 1 and 2 under the corresponding Ethernet ports as well as the Vital indicator LED under the RS 232 connection For further information on the installation of the KT NCC please refer to the KT NCC Manual Network Communicat...

Page 11: ...ng will be set to faster On the other hand when the network architecture is large and complex a slower communication timing will be more appropriate It is important for the communication timing to be well configured in order to avoid communication breakdowns Once more we suggest that you consult the Network Administrator in order to measure the complexity of the network architecture where you will...

Page 12: ...ss network ensure that you have version 3 17 or later of the EntraPass Global Edition software Use an appropriate network cable minimum CAT 5 to connect the KT NCC to the network that houses the EntraPass server Global Edition Parameter Communication timing Very fast Latency period max 300 ms Fast Latency period max 800 ms Average Latency period max 1500 ms Slow Latency period max 2500 ms Very slo...

Page 13: ...N Six steps are required to configure the KT NCC in a local network using a static address Initialize the KT NCC in factory reset mode connect the KT NCC to a PC assign the static IP address of the KT NCC using the KT NCC Web Configuration tool register the KT NCC on the EntraPass Global Edition server configure the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition check the connection status Figure 6 Static IP ...

Page 14: ...mputer where the Web configuration will be done you should use a crossover network cable to connect it from Ethernet port 2 to the computer OR If you use a switch to communicate between the KT NCC and the computer where the Web configuration will be done you should connect an appropriate network cable at least CAT 5 from Ethernet port 2 to the switch Assigning the KT NCC Static IP Address To be ab...

Page 15: ...n the EntraPass Server section enter the IP address of the EntraPass server No 1 in the diagram on page 12 6 In the Ethernet 1 field the MAC Address of the KT NCC no 2 in the diagram on page 12 is already configured The MAC address is found on the top right of the KT NCC circuit under Ethernet Port 1 See Figure 5 KT NCC Connections Diagram on page 9 Ensure that the DHCP parameter is disabled Enter...

Page 16: ... Click Click here to return The main window of the KT NCC Web Configuration tool will reappear on the screen Meanwhile the KT NCC will reset The blue pilot light Vital LED of the KT NCC will blink quickly to signal that the controller is in reset mode The blue pilot light Vital LED of the KT NCC will remain lit for 15 seconds to signal that the controller is in startup mode The blue pilot light Vi...

Page 17: ...ew KT NCC preceded by a blue dot 4 Select the new KT NCC component from the list The Activate button will activate 5 Click Activate to save the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition The blue dot will change to green and the new KT NCC controller will be added to the list of components at the top of the screen The Edit button will activate to enable you to configure the security options and rename the...

Page 18: ...The system supports up to 7 loops 2 RS 485 loops 1 RS 232 loop and 4 IP loops Configure the KT NCC Time Zone Configurations When necessary check the box Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes Note It is advisable to check with the Network Administrator if the site where you are installing the KT NCC is situated in an area where daylight saving time is in effect 5 Select the Etherne...

Page 19: ...y assigned to the KT NCC by default It is advisable not to modify it The case Enable broadcast assignation is selected by default Leave this option as is Select the appropriate Communication timings Consult Table 2 on page 11 6 Click the save icon and close the Gateway dialog At this stage the system checks if the version number of the software and the controller are the same If not the system wil...

Page 20: ...ce page 19 of 39 DN1656 0606 Verifying the Connection Status 1 In the application EntraPass Global Edition Server open the Connection list that is found under the Connection tab and check the connection status of the KT NCC that you just saved The next step will consist in configuring the system loops To do so please consult Chapter 4 of the EntraPass Global Edition Reference Guide DN1316 ...

Page 21: ...equired to configure the KT NCC in a local network with a DHCP address Initialize the KT NCC in factory reset mode register the KT NCC on the EntraPass Global Edition server activate the EntraPass DHCP configure the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition connect the KT NCC to the network check the connection status Initializing the KT NCC in Factory Reset Mode A factory reset will delete the entire co...

Page 22: ...er the Connection tab Note It is not necessary to contact the Kantech Technical Support department to register the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 2 In the section Optional or Additional System Components select KT NCC 3 Click here to install Component The list on the right will display the new KT NCC preceded by a blue dot 4 Select the new KT NCC component from the list The Activate button wil...

Page 23: ...tion Server click the Server parameters icon found under the Options tab to open the Server parameters window 2 Under the KT NCC tab check the box Activate DHCP server for KT NCC 3 Click OK to save the configuration and close the dialog Configuring the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 1 In the application EntraPass Global Edition Workstation open the Gateway window under the Devices tab 2 From t...

Page 24: ... the Following IP Address will be empty Enter the MAC Address of the KT NCC No 1 in the diagram on page 20 Check the box Ethernet port 1 Select the option Use the following IP Address Automatically Enter the KT NCC IP Address No 2 in the diagram on page 20 Enter the KT NCC Subnet mask No 3 in the diagram on page 20 Port 18710 is automatically assigned to the KT NCC by default It is advisable not t...

Page 25: ...Note For details refer to Flash Patterns of the LED Indicator on page 10 At this stage the system checks if the version number of the software and controller are the same If not the system updates the KT NCC firmware automatically Three messages will appear on the list of messages of the EntraPass workstation to indicate that the update has been completed The messages to lookout for are KT NCC Upd...

Page 26: ... page 25 of 39 DN1656 0606 Verifying the Connection Status 1 In the application EntraPass Global Edition Server open the List of connections that is found under the Connection tab and check the connection status of the KT NCC that you just saved The next step will consist in configuring the system loops For this please consult Chapter 4 of the EntraPass Global Edition Reference Guide DN1289 ...

Page 27: ...ocal network with a DHCP address Initialize the KT NCC in factory reset mode connect the KT NCC to the network register the KT NCC to the EntraPass Global Edition server configure the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition check the connection status Initializing the KT NCC in Factory Reset Mode A factory reset will delete all configurations of the KT NCC including the IP address We recommend that you...

Page 28: ...ication EntraPass Global Edition Workstation open the Gateway window found under the Devices tab Note It is not necessary to contact the Kantech Technical Support department to register the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 2 In the section Optional or Additional System Components select KT NCC 3 Click here to install component The list on the right will display the new KT NCC preceded by a blue ...

Page 29: ... just saved in EntraPass 3 From the Gateway s drop down list select the KT NCC gateway that you would like to configure You can rename the KT NCC gateway in the French and English fields 4 Select the General tab Enter the Number of controller loops that connect to the KT NCC The system supports up to 7 loops 2 RS 485 loops 1 RS 232 loop and 4 IP loops Configure the KT NCC Time Zone Configuration W...

Page 30: ...page 32 Check the box Ethernet port 1 Select the option Obtain an IP Address Automatically Port 18710 is automatically assigned to the KT NCC by default It is advisable not to modify it The box Enable broadcast assignation is selected by default Leave this option as is Select the appropriate Communication timings Consult Table 2 on page 11 6 Click the save icon and close the Gateway dialog The sec...

Page 31: ...m checks if the version number of the software and controller are the same If not the system updates the KT NCC firmware automatically Three messages will appear on the list of messages of the EntraPass workstation to indicate that the update has been completed The messages to lookout for are KT NCC Update of platform CE KT NCC Started KT NCC Update of platform CE KT NCC Completed KT NCC Update of...

Page 32: ... page 31 of 39 DN1656 0606 Verifying the Connection Status 1 In the application EntraPass Global Edition Server open the List of connections that is found under the Connection tab and check the connection status of the KT NCC that you just saved The next step will consist in configuring the system loops For this please consult Chapter 4 of the EntraPass Global Edition Reference Guide DN1316 ...

Page 33: ...ll rights reserved Specifications may change without notice page 32 of 39 DN1656 0606 WAN Network The following diagram shows a type of architecture in a WAN network when the site of the EntraPass Server is distant from the site of the KT NCC module and the two communicate through a public network Figure 9 WAN Configuration Diagram ...

Page 34: ...Network Administrator ensure that the routers are well configured port forwarding Port forwarding configuration is only done on static IP or reserved DHCP addresses Port forwarding is done to the same IP address If you use more than one KT NCC with a router you should use different ports for every KT NCC To help you understand how to configure routers please refer to the diagram on page 32 Site Se...

Page 35: ... Support department to register the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 2 In the section Optional or Additional System Components select KT NCC 3 Click here to install component The list on the right will display the new KT NCC preceded by a blue dot 4 Select the new KT NCC component from the list The Activate button will be activated 5 Click Activate to save the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition ...

Page 36: ...heck the box Public IP Address Enter the Public IP Address 1 of inbound router 1 no 3 in the diagram on page 32 or the Domain Name no 4 in the diagram on page 32 This address is assigned by the public network provider with whom you are connected 3 Click OK to save the configuration and close the dialog Configuring the KT NCC in EntraPass Global Edition 1 In the application EntraPass Global Edition...

Page 37: ...T NCC The system supports up to 7 loops 2 RS 485 loops 1 RS 232 loop and 4 IP loops Configure the KT NCC Time Zone Configuration When you check the box Automatically adjust clock for daylight saving changes you enable EntraPass to manage the time change twice per year If your network has several time zones and the time changes are not synchronized we suggest that you not check this box and manuall...

Page 38: ...e box Enable broadcast assignation is selected by default Select the option Public IP address LAN WAN and enter the IP address corresponding to no 12 in the diagram on page 32 Check the option Use inbound server router Select the appropriate Communication timing Consult Table 2 on page 11 5 Click the save icon and close the Gateway dialog Verifying the Connection Status 1 In the application EntraP...

Page 39: ... Canada Ltd All rights reserved Specifications may change without notice page 38 of 39 DN1656 0606 My Network Configuration If none of the options provided in this document corresponds to your network architecture you can use the following pages to illustrate your specific network and list the parameters of your network ...

Page 40: ...ax 1 450 444 2029 Internet www kantech com 2006 Tyco Safety Products Canada Ltd All rights reserved Specifications may change without notice page 39 of 39 DN1656 0606 Network component IP address Notes 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 ...

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