Alarm Lock PL3500, ETPL Programming Instructions
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PL3500 and ETPL
Programming Instructions
WI1390A 5/07
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PROXCARD®
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PL3500 / ETPL
AL-PRE PROXCARD®
READER / ENROLLER
AL-IR1 PRINTER
AL-DTM
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PROXKEY®
KEYFOB
DL-WINDOWS PROGRAMMING
SOFTWARE
PL Trilogy Series
Stand-Alone Access Control System
with ProxCard
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Access
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PL SERIES LOCKS
THE ALARM LOCK TRILOGY PL-SERIES STAND-ALONE ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM IS A STATE-OF-THE-ART
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ICROPROCESSOR-BASED PROGRAMMABLE PROXIMITY SECURITY LOCK.
PL3500 and ETPL
PL3500
To increase security, the PL Series lock does not include a keypad. Features an
HID compatible ProxCard
cally adjusts for Daylight Saving Time and allows for automated programming of
events. Also features three methods of programming: (1) transfer programming
instructions directly from your laptop or desktop PC using DL-Windows software
and a special AL-PCI2 cable; (2) transfer data from your PC to your lock via the
AL DTM handheld Data Transfer Module; and (3) use 9 proximity cards as
"Function Cards" when lock is first powered up. In addition, data can be retrieved from the lock in one of three ways (1) through an infrared printer; (2) directly from the lock to the PC; or (3) through an AL-DTM to your PC.
The PL Series locks include several lock types: a cylindrical-based lock
(PL3000), a mortise-based lock for additional hardware security (PL3500), and a
mortise-based lock for use with push bar applications (ETPL).
Programming is identical for all locks.
Note: ProxCard® and ProxKey® are trademarks of the HID© Corporation.
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reader, and a real-time clock/calendar that automati-
Table of Contents
PL Series Lock Features ............................... 3
Supported Products ....................................... 4
Lock Design Overview ................................... 5
Terminology Used in this Manual ................. 6
Default User Numbers ................................... 8
LED and Sounder Indicators ......................... 9
Product Communication Examples ............. 10
Wiring and Power Up ..................................... 11
Battery Replacement ..................................... 11
Erase All Programming ................................. 11
Quick Start ...................................................... 12
Function Cards--Overview ............................ 14
Function Card #1 ............................................ 15
Function Card #3 ............................................ 18
Function Card #4 ............................................ 19
Function Card #5 ............................................ 20
Function Card #6 ............................................ 21
Function Card #7 ............................................ 22
Function Card #8 ............................................ 23
Function Card #9 ............................................ 24
User Card Record Sheet ................................ 25
Glossary .......................................................... 26
Lost Function Cards ...................................... 27
DL-Windows Programmable Features ......... 27
Warranty ................................................ .......... 28
Function Card #2 ............................................ 16
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PL Series Lock Features
Audit Trail
• 40,000 Event Capacity
• Entries Logged with Time and Date
• Critical Programming Events Logged
• Printable using the AL-IR1 Hand-Held Printer (only via programmed Function Cards)
• Uploadable using Alarm Lock's DL-Windows software
• Transferable through AL-DTM
Lock Features
• Metal Key Override for all cylindrical locks
• Non-Volatile (Fixed) Memory
• Real-Time Clock (with automatic Daylight Saving Time adjust)
• Programmable Relay
• Visual and Audible Feedback
• Battery Status Monitor
Scheduling (Using DL-Windows)
• 500 Scheduled Events
• Automated Unlock/Lock
• Enable/Disable Users
• Enable/Disable Groups
• Real-time clock and calendar
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User Access Methods
• ProxCard® and ProxKey® Keyfob
• Batch Enroll - Quickly and easily enroll multiple ProxCards
Note: ProxCards® and ProxKey® Keyfobs both function identically (Keyfobs can be substituted for
all references to the ProxCard
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in this manual).
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and ProxKey® keyfobs without the use of a PC
User Features
• 1700 Users (1999 using DL-Windows)
• Service Card (“One-Time-Only” Code)
• User Lockout Mode (only via programmed Function Cards)
• Users Assignable to 4 Groups
Computer Programming
• Partial Programming may be performed at the lock or full programming from a PC using Alarm Lock's
DL-Windows Software
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Supported Products
Prox Card Reader/Enroller (AL-PRE)
An AL-PRE is used to quickly enroll multiple ProxCards
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and ProxKey® keyfobs into DL-Windows. Use the
supplied 9-pin DB9 to DB9 serial cable to connect the AL-PRE to your computer’s serial COM port. Compatible
with most HID ProxCards® and ProxKey® keyfobs (37 bits or less). For PDL and PL series locks only.
AL-DTM - Data Transfer Module
The enhanced AL-DTM may be used to transfer program data between a PC running DL-Windows
software and locks. Use of the older AL-DTM model 1 is not recommended.
ProxCard® / ProxKey® Keyfob
Infrared Printer (AL-IR1)
An AL-IR1 printer is used to print Audit Trails
without the need for a PC. Its infrared reader
means no cable connection to the lock is
needed.
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HID CORPORATION
Compatible with most HID ProxCards
and ProxKey
Note: ProxCard
the HID
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keyfobs (37 bits or less).
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and ProxKey® are trademarks of
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Corporation.
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AL-PCI2 Cable
An ALARM LOCK AL-PCI2 cable is required to communicate between your computer’s RS-232 serial communications port (COM 1-4) and the AL-DTM or lock. One end of the AL-PCI2 cable is designed to be used
on a 9-pin serial Com Port. If your computer has a 25-pin Com Port only, a 25-pin to 9-pin adapter must be
used. The other end of the AL-PCI2 cable features a 2-pin banana plug connector which is polarity sensitive--the TAB (marked “GND”) side must be plugged into the lock’s black (left) terminal.
Double-ended Mini Banana Plug Connector
After you create the program in DL-Windows and transfer the program from your computer to an AL-DTM,
transfer the program from the AL-DTM to the lock(s) via a double-ended mini banana plug. You can also
use this cable to transfer the Lock Program from your lock to an AL-PRE.
DB9 to DB9 Serial Cable
Enroll ProxCards quickly into DL-Windows, then transfer this new ProxCard
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data from the computer to
the AL-PRE via this 9-pin DB9 to DB9 serial cable. Once the data is in the AL-PRE, you can transfer the
data to the lock via the double-ended mini banana plug (see above), thus avoiding the need to use an AL-
PCI2 cable for this process.
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Lock Design Overview
Why Use Software inside a Lock?
With ordinary door locks, the need to make physical copies of metal keys and distributing them can be a huge organizational and financial task -- and what will you do if someone causes a security breach by losing their key?
The answer lies in the advantage of SOFTWARE. Software (also called "firmware") is not "hard" or "fixed" like hardware is. Software is "soft" -- flexible and changeable to your needs. Software exists inside your Alarm Lock™ series
lock, and can be programmed (and re-programmed again and again) to suit your changing requirements. No more
metal keys to distribute...instead, distribute ProxCards
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Card
is the software equivalent of a metal key--present a programmed card to the reader to unlock the lock). Fur-
thermore, proximity cards differ from metal keys in that proximity cards are not duplicates---each card is "unique" to
the lock, and therefore cards can be deleted from the lock without needing to be in hand.
Preparing to Program your Lock
You can program your lock in one of three ways:
1. By a direct connection to a PC with the computer program DL-Windows installed.
2. By a direct connection to an AL-DTM module, allowing the transfer of lock data from the computer to the lock.
3. By using 9 proximity cards (provided) as "Function Cards" when lock is first powered up.
It is recommended that DL-Windows be used when programming your PL3500 lock--especially if you intend to enroll
many User Cards. DL-Windows can always be used as a back-up, restoring the information to your PL3500 lock
should the future need arise. It is also recommended that you make use of the 9 Function Cards in addition to DLWindows. Although this guide will show you how to program your lock manually, without DL-Windows, please see
User Guide OI237 for programming and additional information about DL-Windows.
Programming your lock begins after you unpack it from the box -- there is a specific procedure outlined in "Quick
Start" (page 12) in which you "wake up" the lock to prepare it for programming. This "Quick Start" procedure shows
you all the steps required to get your lock to start working using Function Cards.
Turn the page and learn about the special terminology used with your lock. Once that is clear, use the Quick Start
procedure on page 12 to help you get up and running.
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-- and delete them from the software when needed. (A Prox-
Tri-Color Status LED
Infrared LED (for Printer)
PC / AL-DTM Interface
(communications port)
ProxCard / Keyfob Reader
Mortise Lock
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Terminology Used in this Manual
What is a Lock Program?
(Also called Lock Programming). A Lock Program contains the
instructions that a lock uses to perform its various functions. You
can also use DL-Windows (defined below) to create a Lock Program on your computer, and then transfer and store the Program
in the circuitry contained inside the lock itself. The Lock Program
is essentially a computer database file that maintains feature settings, schedules, audit trails, etc. Using DL-Windows, Lock Programs can be created with default information, edited on your PC,
and then sent to (or received from) locks.
The Lock Program consists of 4 areas: Prox Card Entries, Fea-
tures, Time Zones, and Schedules, all defined below:
What are Prox Card Entries?
Because this lock has no keypad through which to enter User
Codes, proximity cards can be added to the Lock Program, allowing entry (the PL3500 to unlock) for valid proximity cards. The
proximity card entries are a part of the Lock Program, and the Lock
Program is stored in the lock circuitry awaiting the Users to present
their programmed proximity cards.
What are Features?
Your lock is designed to support several options and functions.
Using DL-Windows software (the Programmable Features window), you can select the features you wish to activate, such as if
the lock will automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time in the
spring and autumn, or if the lock sounder should be disabled or
enabled. Note: Features may only be added via DL-Windows
What is a TimeZone?
Events (recorded lock activities) can be programmed to occur at
certain times. It is these times (for example, “every Tuesday at
5PM”) that are referred to as TimeZones. In DL-Windows, you can
use the Schedule-TimeZone screen to create these TimeZones,
and once created, you can link events to these TimeZones. Note:
TimeZones may only be added via DL-Windows
What is a Schedule?
Your lock can be programmed using DL-Windows to maintain a
schedule in which certain events can occur automatically. For example, you can program the lock to allow Groups of Users (with
their User Codes) access ONLY during specific business hours.
With another example, you can program another lock to UNLOCK
at 9am, LOCK at noon for lunch, UNLOCK at 1pm, and LOCK
again at 5pm--every weekday. As you can see, many different
combinations of Schedules can be created to suit the needs of the
Users. First you create TimeZones (see above). Next you create
events and link them to your TimeZones (also using the Sched-
ule-TimeZone screen in DL-Windows). When finished, you can
view (in DL-Windows) your schedule in the Schedule View
screen. Note: Schedules may only be added via DL-Windows
What is a User?
A User is a person who is authorized to simply use or make certain
programming changes or operate the lock. This User can be anyone--from a one-time visitor (who will almost certainly have no au-
thority to make changes) to the owner of the building in which the
lock is installed (who will probably wish to have total authority to
make changes). The PL Series locks can hold up to 1999 Users in
its programming memory using DL-Windows, and 1700 with the
Function Cards (see Function Card definition below).
What is a Programming Level?
With other Trilogy locks that possess keypads (such as the
PDL3000, ETPDL, etc.), the Programming Level defines the range
of programming tasks a User is allowed to perform using the keypad. However, the PL3500 lock does not include a keypad, and
changes to the PL3500 Lock Program are initiated by the Function
Cards. Therefore, the physical possession of the Function Cards
is the sole factor for determining who can make changes to the
Lock Program. The Function Cards, once programmed, must
be safeguarded, as they are essential to the security of the
lock.
What is a User Number?
(User Number = Location Number = User Location = Slot in Lock)
User Numbers are used primarily with DL-Windows, and are significant within each individual lock only. PL Series locks can hold
up to 1700 proximity cards in its programming memory, which can
be thought of as simply a numbered list from 301 through 2000
(User Numbers 2-300 are not accessible except through DLWindows, making the total Users 1999--but only when using DLWindows. User Number 1, the Master, is not accessible with the
PL3500). Each entry in the list is represented by a User Number,
and proximity cards can be assigned to ("programmed into") each
location. When a proximity card is assigned to a location, the card
information is stored within the Lock Program. Because Users are
physically given proximity cards, it is convenient to think of each
location as a "User", although technically the User Number is a
location within the Lock Program that holds the proximity card information. It is easier to simply say "User 297" rather than "The
User in possession of the proximity card assigned to the User Location number 297".
Note: Where a User is located in this list--their User Location--is a
commonly used description of their User Number. Because of
their similarities, a User Number, User Location and Location
Number can be used interchangeably. In some DL-Windows
screens, the word "Slot" is also used. All of these terms are meant
to convey the same concept.
Note: User Numbers 1-11 have special programming abilities
within other Trilogy locks that possess keypads. However, with
the keypad-less PL3500, several differences exist: User Number
1 is disabled, and User Numbers 2-11 possess no special significance other than as Basic Users, programmable using DLWindows only. In addition, Users 2-11 remain consistent with
other Trilogy locks in that they are unaffected by Entry Delay
changes. (In DL-Windows, Entry Delay is located in the Features
screen, Options tab. With other keypad locks, Function 67 is
used).
What is a Group?
With many lock applications, it is convenient for large numbers of
similar Users to be grouped together. Placing Users into Groups
(by assigning them specific User Numbers) allows large numbers
of Users to be controlled all at once rather than individually--saving
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Terminology Used in this Manual (cont'd)
time and effort. In DL-Windows, Groups are controlled via schedules, and a typical example involves enabling or disabling a
Group at a certain time. Note: Groups may only be added or
changed via DL-Windows.
What are Function Cards?
There are three ways to program the PL3500 lock: (1) Using DLWindows; (2) Using a pre-programmed AL-DTM module; and (3)
Using proximity cards as "Function Cards" at first power-up. The
Function cards are simply 9 standard proximity cards labeled one
through nine, and after being presented (enrolled into) the
PL3500 lock (see page 12 for procedure), each card will then be
able to perform a specific function, as follows:
Card 1 Initiates PC communications (User 298).
Card 2 Initiates AL-DTM communications (User 299).
Card 3 Initiates entry of new proximity cards starting at
User 301 (and ending at User 2000).
Card 4 Initiates removal of next presented proximity
card.
Card 5 Toggles Passage Mode.
Card 6 Initiates AL-IR1 printing with Time, Date, Ver-
sion Number and Audit Trail Log.
Card 7 Toggles Total User Lockout mode.
Card 8 Enables Function Card #9 (User 297).
Card 9 The Service Card, allowing access one-time-
only (User 300).
It is still possible to perform all lock programming via DLWindows or via an AL-DTM module, with or without ever enrolling the Function Cards at first start up. However, it is
highly recommended that Function Cards be enrolled even if you
do not intend to use them--because once the lock is in operation,
you may not enroll Function Cards without first performing a "cold
start" (removing all programming and thus re-loading all original
factory default settings). See Glossary entry for "Default" on page
26 for more information. When using the AL-DTM-III, see "special
note" at bottom of page 17.
Note: If the Function Card enrollment process is bypassed and
the AL-DTM is used to move programming data from the PC to
the PL3500 lock, the PL3500 lock will always default to Door
#1. In addition, the current AL-DTM allows the programming of
specific door numbers (and their associated data files), regardless
of the door number sent to the AL-DTM by the PL3500 lock. See
page 16 for more information.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
When programming is sent from DL-Windows (or an AL-DTM) to
the lock, Function Cards 1, 2, 8, and 9 will be overwritten with the
existing data in DL-Windows for the User Locations 298, 299, 297
and 300, respectively. Therefore, to continue to use Function
Cards 1, 2, 8 and 9 that were enrolled at startup with DLWindows, be sure to enroll the same Function Cards 1, 2, 8
and 9 used at startup into the correct locations within DLWindows.
In addition, Function Cards 3 through 7 are not recognized by DLWindows. Therefore, DL-Windows will not send the data for
Function Cards 3-7 to the AL-DTM, nor will the AL-DTM be able
to send this Function Card data to the PL3500 lock. Accordingly,
Function Cards are designed to be used for limited-use installations where DL-Windows will not be used (or is not available). If
DL-Windows is used, Function Cards 3-7 will most likely never be
used. The advantage of the PL3500 lock is that it is designed to
be flexible for any application.
Who are Users 297-300?
Proximity cards assigned to User Numbers 297, 298, 299 and
300 have special abilities, as follows:
User 297 (Function Card #8): Quick Enable User 300
Function Card #8 (assigned to User 297) possesses the unique
ability to enable Function Card #9 (assigned to User 300).
When Function Card #8 is presented to the lock, User 300 is
enabled, allowing Function Card #9 to unlock the PL3500 (for
one time). Once used, Function Card #9 (User 300) becomes
disabled.
For example, you wish to allow one-time access to a temporary
worker. Simply present Function Card #8 to the lock and give
Function Card #9 to your temporary worker. Later, when the
temporary worker presents Function Card #9 to the lock, the
PL3500 unlocks and allows access (for one time only). If the
temporary worker re-presents his card, access will be denied.
Later, if you wish to grant the temporary worker re-access, simply re-present Function Card #8 to the lock and Function Card
#9 will be re-enabled (again for one time only).
User 298 (Function Card #1): Quick PC Communications Card
Presenting the proximity card for User 298 (Function Card #1)
initiates data to be sent to or from the lock and DL-Windows.
Therefore, an AL-PCI2 cable with a PC is required.
User 299 (Function Card #2): AL-DTM Data Transfer Card
Presenting the card assigned to User 299 (Function Card #2) will
initiate data transfer with the AL-DTM. An AL-PCI2 cable and an
AL-DTM (first programmed by the computer via DL-Windows) is
required. Note: This card does not unlock the lock (does not
allow access).
User 300 (Function Card #9): One-Time-Only Service Card
This is a One-Time Only Service User Card (Function Card #9)
enabled by the proximity card assigned to User 297 (Function
Card #8). For example, User 300 Function Card #9) is sometimes used for guard tour duties. See User 297: Quick Enable
User 300 above.
What is DL-Windows?
DL-Windows is a computer program that allows you to program
your ALARM LOCK T3 Security Lock. You do not need DLWindows to program your lock, but it makes programming much
faster and easier. With DL-Windows, you can quickly create Lock
Programs (programs that make the lock perform its many functions) add multiple Users (who have access), add ProxCards
ProxKey
benefit of DL-Windows is that it allows you to set up all lock programming in advance (on your computer), and then later send the
information to the locks at your convenience. For more information, see OI237.
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keyfobs, retrieve event logs, and create Schedules. The
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and
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Default User Numbers
The table below displays a graphical representation of how
the internal memory of the PL3500 /ETPL lock is organized.
The default settings are the original settings that were set at
the factory (the lock's original factory condition when the lock
was first taken out of its box). The default settings are permanently encoded within the lock's fixed memory, and when
the lock is first started, or when power is removed and re-
Default User Numbers for PL3500 / ETPL
USER TYPE ASSIGNED TO
(Not Used--The PL3500/ETPL does not contain a Master Number) 1
Basic User Cards (Accessible through DL-Windows only) with no Entry
Delay
Basic User Cards (Accessible through DL-Windows only) 12 - 296
Quick Enable User 300 (Function Card #8) 297
Quick PC Communications Card (Function Card #1) 298
applied (see Wiring and Power-Up, page 11), the original
factory default settings are re-loaded and take effect.
For more information, see the explanations for User Numbers in the Terminology Used in this Manual section on
pages 6-7.
USER NUMBER:
2 - 11
AL-DTM Data Transfer Card (Function Card #2) 299
One-Time-Only Service Card (Function Card #9) 300
Basic User Cards 301-2000
NOTES:
• Users 2-296 can only be accessed through DL-Windows.
• User 298 is the only code that will initiate PC communications (with DL-Windows).
• User 299 is a Non-Pass Code (does not unlock the PL3500/ETPL). This is the only code that will initiate data transfer
with the AL-DTM.
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LED and Sounder Indicators
The PL Series locks provide visual and audible feedback. With a fully charged battery, the LED and sounder feedback is as follows:
ACTIVITY LED SOUNDER COMMENTS
Access Granted
or
Remote Release
Invalid Card 7 RED Flashes 7 Beeps Invalid Card = A card that does not
Valid but Disabled Card 1 GREEN, 4 RED
Low Battery -- 4-second continu-
User Card Error RED Flash Sequence of 7
2 GREEN Flashes 2 Beeps
exist in the Lock Program
(memory).
Flashes
1 long, 5 short
beeps
ous beep
beeps repeated 4
times
Card exists in memory, but dis-
abled.
See page 11 before changing bat-
teries.
Non-fatal memory or clock error
has been detected. Under this
condition, unexpected operation is
possible. Remove power and re-
start.
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