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DL-WINDOWSfor Networx V5 USER'S GUIDE 1
© ALARM LOCK 2016
PDL6100
PDL6500
&
ETPDLN
DL6100
DL6500
&
ETDLN
PL6100
PL6500
& ETPLN
Communication Software for the
Trilogy
®
Networx
Locks
DL-WINDOWS
for Networx
V5 USER'S GUIDE
345 Bayview Avenue
Amityville, New York 11701
For Sales and Repairs 1-800-ALA-LOCK
For Technical Service 1-800-645-9440
or visit us at http://tech.napcosecurity.com/
(Note: Technical Service is for
security professionals only)
Publicly traded on NASDAQ Symbol: NSSC
OI383A 09/16
AL-IME-USB
AL-IME2-EXP
AL-IM2-80211
AL-IME2
AL-IME2-POE
NETWORXPANEL
ArchiTech
Series

Table of Contents

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Summary

Radio and Television Interference

About this Manual

Ordering Information

Gateway Models

Details various Gateway models including Wireless/Wired, Wired, and PoE versions with their specifications.

Expander Models

Details AL-IME2-EXP and AL-IME2-PIE Expander modules, their function, and specifications.

Lock Models and Accessories

Describes various Trilogy Networx lock models and related accessories with their features.

Software and Documentation References

References for DL-WINDOWS software and related installation/programming guides.

Overview of DL-Windows System

Network Support Configurations

Illustrates Small, Large, and Internet Gateway connectivity support setups for the system.

Flexible Setup and System Capacity

Discusses setup flexibility, keypad programming, and system capacity limits for Gateways and locks.

Key System Components

Details the minimum wireless system, AL-IME-USB Gateway, Network Security, and Expanders.

Important Setup Information

Critical information regarding DL-Windows installation and setup procedures for locks and Gateways.

Gateway Specifications

AL-IME2 Gateway Details

Details network interface, range, radio, power, environmental, and physical specs of the AL-IME2 Gateway.

AL-IM2-80211 Gateway Details

Details network, wireless, range, radio, power, environmental, and physical specs of the AL-IM2-80211 Gateway.

AL-IME2-POE Gateway Details

Details network, range, radio, power, average consumption, environmental, and physical specs of the AL-IME2-POE Gateway.

Expander Specifications

AL-IME2-EXP Expander Specs

Details network range, radio link, power, environmental, and physical specs of the AL-IME2-EXP Expander.

AL-IME2-PIE Expander Specs

Details network range, radio link, power, environmental, and physical specs of the AL-IME2-PIE Plug-In Expander.

Quick Start Guide

Initial Setup Steps

Install software, setup network/gateway, discover/assign devices, link locks, and set password.

Core Communication Process

Downloading lock profiles to locks to enable wireless communication.

Security Password Configuration

Password Setup Procedure

Details how to set a 6-character security password via the Tools menu for account security.

Gateway Configuration Screen Overview

Device Management Options

Menu selections for managing Gateways, Locks, and Expanders within the system.

Discovery and Assignment Controls

Buttons for discovering and assigning Gateways and Locks to the system.

Gateway Status and Identification

Fields displaying Description, IP Address, MAC Address, Firmware, and Color Key status.

Discovering and Adding Gateways

Gateway Discovery Methods

Covers Auto Add, Discover New, and Manual Add options for finding Gateways.

Gateway Status Color Definitions

Explains the meaning of Blue, Green, and Red color codes for Gateway IP addresses.

Discovering and Assigning Wireless Locks

Lock Discovery Process

Explains how to search for and identify wireless locks using different methods.

Lock Assignment Process

Process of assigning discovered locks to Gateways or Expanders via the popup window.

Manual Lock Assignment

Method to manually assign locks by serial number, bypassing discovery.

Linking Lock Profiles to Locks

Linking Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for linking Lock Profiles to physical locks.

Gateway Configuration: Discover, Add, Remove Gateways

Gateway Configuration: Replace Gateway

Gateway Replacement Considerations

Notes for replacing version 2 and USB Gateways and their associated configurations.

Gateway Configuration: View Gateway Status

Gateway Status Details

Explains fields like Description, IP Address, Firmware Version, Security Code, and Status.

Status Update Control

Button to refresh Gateway and Expander status information.

Gateway Configuration: Update Gateway Firmware

Gateway Configuration: Send Config Table to Gateway

Gateway Configuration: Network Settings

IP Address and DHCP Configuration

Setting up static or dynamic IP addresses, subnet mask, and default gateway.

Wireless Network Configuration

Configuring wireless network parameters like SSID, security, and network type.

Wireless Network Security Configuration

Security Protocol Selection

Selection of security types (WEP, WPA, WPA2), authentication, and encryption methods.

Wireless Network Parameters

Configuration of SSID, Network Type, Channel Number, and saving/sending settings.

Gateway Diagnostics and Network Settings

Gateway Ping and Connection Information

Ping Gateway function and Show WAN/Port Information for connectivity checks.

Network Adapter Selection

Choosing the network interface card for DL-Windows communication.

Gateway Configuration: Groups and Database Import

Gateway Group Management

Assigning Gateways to emergency groups and customizing group descriptions.

Database Recovery via Import

Rebuilding the DL-Windows database by importing Gateway and lock configuration data.

Gateway Configuration: Manually Add Gateway

Manual Gateway Addition Fields

Details fields for MAC Address, IP Setup, and Remote Configuration for manual addition.

Gateway ID Card Recommendation

Suggests completing a Gateway ID card for organizing essential Gateway information.

Gateway Configuration: Relocate Gateways

Relocation Troubleshooting Steps

Steps for checking network, physical connections, settings, and replacing the Gateway.

Gateway Configuration: Signal Test Mode

Gateway Configuration: View Lock Table

Lock Table Details

Explains fields like Lock Profile, Serial Number, Status, Signal Strength, and Battery.

Lock Table Management

Buttons for Re-Configuring Unassigned Locks and Refreshing the table.

Gateway Configuration: Link;Unlink Lock Profiles

Gateway Configuration: Delete Locks by Serial Number

Handling Unresponsive Devices

Notes on managing unresponsive locks or Gateways during deletion.

Gateway Configuration: Manually Add Lock

Manual Lock Assignment Fields

Details fields for Serial Number, Lock Type, and Assign To for manual lock addition.

Gateway Configuration: Import and Transfer Locks

Import Assigned Lock Function

Updates the Gateway Lock Table with data from the Gateway.

Transfer Locks to Another Gateway

Moves locks from a USB Gateway to a Networx Gateway.

Gateway Configuration: Locate Locks and Discover Expanders

Locate All Locks Function

Initiates beep/flash on all assigned locks to help locate them.

Expander Discovery Process

Process for discovering and adding Expanders to a Gateway.

Gateway Configuration: Expander Routing Table

Expander Table Fields

Explains fields like Group No, Description, Serial Number, Signal Strength, and Status.

Expander Management Options

Buttons for removing, replacing, and refreshing Expander data.

Gateway Configuration: Expander Firmware and Config Table

Update Expander Firmware

Process for updating the firmware on Expanders.

Send Expander Config Table

Re-populates Expander Routing Table if it becomes corrupted.

Communicating with Wireless Locks

Method 1: Communicate with Selected Lock

Communicating with a single wireless lock via the Communication button.

Method 2: Communicate with Multiple Locks

Using the Wireless screen to communicate with multiple locks.

Method 3: Automatic Communication

Setting up automatic communication via Wireless Schedules.

Wireless Screen Field and Button Definitions

Wireless Screen Interface Elements

Fields like Wireless Configuration, Lock Information, Enable, Status, and Function.

Wireless Screen Controls

Buttons like Start, Clear, Delete, Print, and Add for managing communications.

Right-Click Menu Shortcuts

Context-menu options for faster configuration of locks.

Wireless Schedule Screen Definitions

Schedule Configuration Fields

Fields for Enable, Wireless Configuration, Time, Repeat, and Last Executed.

Schedule Management Controls

Buttons for Clear and OK to manage schedule programming.

Wireless Actions Menu Overview

Lock and System Actions

Set Clock, Update Status, Wireless Schedule, and Emergency commands.

USB Gateway Usage Option

Option to route all communications through the USB Gateway.

Emergency Commands Screen Definitions

Emergency Command Actions

Buttons for Emergency Lock Down, Passage, and Return to Normal.

Emergency Group and User Management

Options for selecting groups and accessing emergency users.

Using Emergency Commands

Emergency Command Overview and Setup

Overview of commands, accepting commands, and Gateway grouping for emergencies.

Required Static IP Address for Gateways

Emphasizes the need for static IP addresses for Gateway command response.

Initiating Emergency Commands

Details user roles and methods for initiating emergency commands.

Emergency: Emergency Lock Down

Emergency View Screen Details

Displays the status of locks during an Emergency Lock Down command.

Lock Down Overrides and Indications

Lists overridden modes and how the command is indicated on locks and software.

Emergency: Emergency Passage

Passage Overrides and Indications

Lists overridden modes and how the Emergency Passage command is indicated.

Emergency: Emergency Return to Normal

Return to Normal Overrides

Lists modes overridden by the Return to Normal command.

Emergency Commands: Set Emergency Groups

Emergency Group Assignment

Interface for assigning Gateways to groups and customizing group descriptions.

Prerequisite: Static IP Addresses

Warning about static IP addresses required for proper group functionality.

Networx Lock Right-Click Menu Options

Lock Profile Management

Options for creating, cloning, deleting, and renaming lock profiles.

Lock Status and Linking Management

Viewing lock status and managing links between locks and profiles.

Lock Operation and Updates

Functions for locating, updating, and changing lock states (Passage/Locked).

Right-Click Menu: View Lock Status

Lock Status Details

Comprehensive display of lock attributes including signal, firmware, battery, and status.

Status Update Control

Button to refresh the lock status information.

Right-Click Menu: Link;Unlink Lock Profile

Linking and Unlinking Procedure

Steps for linking or unlinking physical locks to Lock Profiles.

Right-Click Menu: Locate Lock

Right-Click Menu: Update Date;Time in Lock

Right-Click Menu: Take Lock Out of Passage

Right-Click Menu: Put Lock Into Passage

Right-Click Menu: Update Lock Firmware

TROUBLESHOOTING

Lock Assignment and Discovery Failures

Addresses issues with lock assignment, discovery, and Expander discovery failures.

Existing Lock Communication Failure

Solutions for lost communication with previously working locks.

TROUBLESHOOTING (contd)

Wireless Lock Memory Failure

Addresses issues with schedules or user codes failing due to memory loss.

Gateway Unreachable Statuses

Explains how to handle Gateways that are red (unreachable) or blue but acting unreachable.

TROUBLESHOOTING (contd)

Computer Crash Recovery

Guide for recovering the system after a computer crash using Gateway data.

Glossary of Terms

Key System Terms

Definitions for terms like Access, Assign, Audit Trail, Code, Communicate, Configure, Discover.

Device and Network Terms

Definitions for terms like COM PORT, DHCP, IP Address, Subnet, Subnet Mask.

Lock and Security Terms

Definitions for terms like Credential, Default, Disable, Lock Type, Passage.

Glossary of Terms (contd)

Emergency and Grouping Terms

Definitions for Emergency Commands, Emergency Group, and related terms.

Signal and Data Terms

Definitions for GTW Rx, LCK Rx, Link, Locate, and Lock Config Table.

System and Device Terms

Definitions for Firmware, Function, IP Address, Keypad, etc.

Glossary of Terms (contd)

Lock and Operational Terms

Definitions for Lock Type, Passage, Profile, Schedule, Virtual, etc.

Network and System Terms

Definitions for Subnet, Subnet Mask, Time, Timeout, User.

ALARM LOCK LIMITED WARRANTY

Warranty Exclusions and Disclaimers

Lists warranty exclusions, disclaimers, and limitations of liability.

System Testing and Warnings

Advises regular system testing and highlights security limitations.

Alarm Lock ArchiTech Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAlarm Lock
ModelArchiTech Series
CategoryLocks
LanguageEnglish

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