User's Manual

Ins-30027-US Net2Air Hands Free Interface
04/04/2007
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Net2Air increases the effective read range of a standard Paxton P or KP series reader to a maximum of 8 feet.
The system comprises of a Net2Air Hands Free Interface, a compatible reader (see specication table) and Net2Air
tokens (keycard or keyfob). The system operates by using the eld being transmitted by the reader to wake up
the token which then communicates with the interface which contains a long range receiver.
Existing P and KP readers with their Switch 2 or Net2 control units, can be used without modication. The Net2Air
Hands Free Interface takes its power from the control unit and therefore does not require a power supply.
Net2Air tokens also include a standard proximity ID chip and can therefore be presented to any Paxton proximity
reader whether they are using the Net2Air interface or not.
What is Net2Air?
Before you install
Read in, read out
When using in and out readers, users may be picked up by both readers as they move through the door which
will effect the reliability of any Roll Call or Antipassback application. Ensure that sufcient spacing is provided
between these readers for optimum range and reliability.
Positioning readers
For maximum read range the Net2Air reader eld should not be overlapped by the eld from other interference
sources at or around 125KHz. These include Loop readers, non Paxton readers, etc.
Readers should not positioned so that their active elds overlap.
(see table on back page for typical read ranges)
For example, the minimum distance between a P200 and a P50 reader
should be 12 ft (P200 Net2Air range = 8 ft + P50 Net2Air range = 4 ft)
Net2Air Keyfob
Net2Air keycard
P series reader
Net2Air Interface
Net2 control unit
Switch2 control unit
For optimum keyfob battery life please choose your reader size and location carefully to avoid placing readers
within Net2Air range of work stations, rest or smoking areas. Net2Air tokens have features to extend battery
life. These include a two second timeout following a valid read and a block on repeated reads at the same door
whilst the keyfob remains in range.
Positioning the interface
The interface should be positioned within 15 yards of the reader regardless of cable length. Wireless technology
can be susceptible to environmental factors so if problems are experienced it may be necessary to move the
interface closer to the reader.
The Net2Air interface should not be housed in a metal enclosure as it contains the main receiver aerial.