Application notes
Here you will find all of our application notes in one place, if you are looking for data sheets, schematics or drilling templates use the quick links at the bottom of the page.
Net2
Installation
APN-1006 – Configuring a Net2 plus using TCP/IP
APN-1012 – Installing a Net2 access control unit
APN-1037 – Adding ACU’s to an existing Net2 RS485 data line
APN-1038 – Using Access Levels and Timezones
APN-1040 – Installing a Net2 data line
APN-1043 – Choosing a power supply
APN-1048 – Door Forced monitoring integrated with a Manual door handle.
APN-1050 – Installing an OEM reader
APN-1051 – Installing Net2 software V4
APN-1055 – Replacing a control unit
APN-1066 – Installing an I/O board
APN-1071 – Changing the Net2 PC, Net2 V4
APN-1081 – Extending an RS485 data line with a wireless router
APN-1082 – Hands-free – How does it work?
APN-1086 – How to connect a lock with an independent power supply
APN-1088 – Using the energy saving reader
APN-1091 – How to achieve the best read range with hands-free equipment
APN-1094 – Using Fibre Optics with Net2
APN-1112 – How to configure a Wiegand keypad
APN-1122 – How to configure Security Lockdown
APN-1125 – Configuring Wiegand 26 bits with a site code
APN-1149 – Installing Net2 software, V5
APN-1150 – Activating Pro software
APN-1152 – Net2 – HID™ Activation
APN-1153 – Net2 – Wiegand Activation
APN-1211 – Net2 – Updating to Net2 6.8
Troubleshooting
APN-1059 – What to do if a user is denied access with a valid token
APN-1060 – What to do if readers or keypads are not working
APN-1061 – ACU’s not responding – RS485 data line
APN-1091 – How to achieve the best read range with hands-free equipment
APN-1157 – Entry Steel panel maintenance
APN-1166 – Net2 – Network Security Recommendations
Configuration
APN-1010 – Configuring custom Wiegand formats
APN-1023 – Configuring areas and area groups
APN-1037 – Adding ACU’s to an existing Net2 RS485 data line
APN-1038 – Using Access Levels and Timezones
APN-1044 – Configuring public holidays
APN-1045 – Using ABA format 3rd party cards with Net2
APN-1046 – Configuring readers and keypads
APN-1047 – Configuring door alarms
APN-1049 – Holding a door unlocked with Net2 software
APN-1063 – Configuring anti-passback
APN-1070 – Net2 backup procedures, Net2 V4
APN-1072 – Setting up the Net2 software
APN-1085 – Recommendations for using Net2 with LAN and WAN networks
APN-1112 – How to configure a Wiegand keypad
APN-1163 – Enrolment and use of a PaxLock Pro – Standalone function card pack
APN-1164 – PaxLock Pro Standalone mode
APN-1165 – Setting up and using concierge
APN-1170 – Net2 Default System Engineer password – update
APN-1197 – Configuring Net2 Occupancy Management
APN-1198 – Setting up a traffic light system using Net2 Occupancy
Management
APN-1199 – Configuring Net2 Checkpoint Control
Integration
APN-1031 – Integrating Net2 with a fire alarm system
APN-1035 – Integrating Net2 with an intruder alarm system
APN-1052 – Integrating IP Cameras with Net2
APN-1065 – Regulations regarding Net2 and intruder alarm systems
APN-1076 – Integrating Net2 with Lift control systems
APN-1079 – Lighting control using Triggers and Actions
APN-1080 – Economic control of air conditioning using Triggers and Actions
APN-1088 – Using the energy saving reader
APN-1090 – Advice on using access control with fire doors
APN-1092 – Integrating a webcam for use with Net2 user records.
APN-1094 – Using Fibre Optics with Net2
APN-1102 – Integrating Net2 with Barriers
APN-1104 – How to secure a meeting room using the energy saving reader
APN-1123 – Integrating with Multi-Zone Intruder partitions
APN-1124 – Two locks on one door
APN-1156 – Paxton Net2 Integration for Milestone Access 2016
APN-1179 – IDEMIA Setup Guide
APN-1180 – Setting up Virdi integration with Paxton Net2 Server
APN-1205 – SSL/TLS Certificate update for existing integrations to v6.7 SR1 (or above)
APN-1206 – SSL/TLS Certificate implementation for new integrations installs
Using Net2
APN-1011 – Importing and exporting Net2 user data
APN-1029 – Using Net2 Timesheet
APN-1032 – Using roll call and muster reports
APN-1034 – Net2 Card Printing
APN-1038 – Using Access Levels and Timezones
APN-1039 – Adding a new user
APN-1041 – Using Departments
APN-1042 – Using token types
APN-1054 – Invalidating users and tokens
APN-1056 – Searching for a name, card number or vehicle registration
APN-1058 – Using the Events screen
APN-1064 – Using Site Graphics
APN-1067 – Using Triggers and Actions
APN-1073 – Net2 operators – Adding / Assign privileges
APN-1075 – Using Net2 Client software
APN-1089 – How to add Net2 Tokens
APN-1098 – Using Net2 Timeline
APN-1099 – User image verification
APN-1100 – Using vcard (.vcf) information
APN-1121 – Who is in today? – HTML Reports
APN-1128 – Using Door Groups
APN-1129 – Using Advanced Permissions
APN-1138 – Using Landlord Tenant
APN-1139 – Using Custom days
APN-1140 – Enabling turnstile mode
APN-1141 – Door unlock control
APN-1142 – Conditional access
APN-1143 – Setting temporary access rights
APN-1151 – Net2 Attendance Tool
APN-1162 – Net2 Security Settings – Data Protection and Strong Password Enforcement
APN-1166 – Net2 Security Recommendations
APN-1170 – Net2 Default System Engineer password – update
APN-1174 – Remote access for Net2
APN-1184 – Merging User Databases Via.CSV file
APN-1185 – Creating a backup in Net2
APN-1189 – Using Custom Reports in Net2
Paxton10
APN-0001 – Planning a Paxton10 System
APN-0002 – How to manage your Paxton10 system
APN-0003 – Secure login to Paxton10
APN-0004 – How to add an access point to Paxton10
APN-0006 – How to configure a Paxton10 reader
APN-0007 – How to create and use software permissions
APN-0008 – How to create and use building permissions
APN-0009 – How to create and use time profiles
APN-0010 – How to manage people
APN-0011 – How to use Desktop readers
APN-0012 – How to configure reports
APN-0013 – How to create system settings and backup
APN-0014 – How to add a person
APN-0016 – How to add a site plan
APN-0017 – How to use a site plan
APN-0018 – How to create a video report
APN-0019 – Paxton10 Video Management
APN-0020 – How to setup remote access
APN-0021 – How to create a trigger and action rule
APN-0022 – Integrating Paxton10 with lift control systems
APN-0024 – Regulations regarding Paxton10 and intruder alarm systems
APN-0026 – Invalidating users and tokens
APN-0027 – Advice on using Paxton10 access control with fire doors
APN-0029 – Configuring anti-passback
APN-0031 – How to add a Digital input to Paxton10
APN-0032 – How to add an intruder alarm to Paxton10
APN-0033 – How to add a fire alarm to Paxton10
APN-0034 – How to add a camera to Paxton10
APN-0035 – Configuring roll call and muster reports
APN-0036 – How to setup favourites in Paxton10
APN-0037 – Sending emails with Paxton10
APN-0038 – Using left over peripherals
APN-0040 – Importing users
APN-0041 – Paxton10 Data Protection
APN-0042 – Using Keypads with Paxton10
APN-0043 – Administering your Paxton10 system from your smartphone
APN-0044 – Paxton10 Dashboards
APN-0045 – How to add an Entry panel
APN-0047 – How to add a Paxton10 PaxLock Pro
APN-0048 – Cameras and Video, a beginners guide
APN-0049 – Paxton10 Hardware Management
APN-0051 – Network optimisation and security in Paxton10
APN-0052 – Video storage – MicroSD cards
APN-0053 – Paxton10 Security
APN-0055 – How to Configure Bluetooth in Paxton10
APN-0056 – Paxton10 System Capacity and limitations
APN-0057 – How to save video footage to Network attached storage (NAS)
APN-0058 – Creating a Paxton10 System across separate sites (or subnets)
Entry
APN-1127 – Entry – Planning and installation
APN-1130 – Entry configuration utility
APN-1132 – Configuring an Entry panel as a SIP client
APN-1135 – Entry – Using a secondary IP camera
APN-1136 – Entry – Setting up Video Voicemail
APN-1144 – Configuring an Entry Panel
APN-1145 – Configuring an Entry monitor
APN-1146 – Entry SIP Compatibility
APN-1148 – Setting up Entry grouping
APN-1161 – Configuring a Net2 Touch Entry Panel
APN-1165 – Setting up and using concierge
APN-1172 – Configuring an Entry Premium Monitor
APN-1176 – Enrolment and use of an Entry panel – Standalone function card pack
APN-1177 – Entry Panel in Standalone mode
APN-1178 – Connecting an Entry Touch Panel to Ampetronic HLS-2C loop panel
APN-1202 – Paxton Entry – Creation & Administration of myPaxton for Registered Installers
APN-1203 – Paxton Entry – Creation & Administration of myPaxton portal for System Managers
APN-1204 – Paxton Entry – Setting Up a New Site
APN-1207 – Paxton Entry – Adding Users
APN-1208 – Paxton Entry – Payment
APN-1212 – Paxton Entry – Quick Start User Guide
PaxLock
APN-1096 – How to plan a Net2 wireless installation
APN-1163 – Enrolment and use of a PaxLock Pro – Standalone function card pack
APN-1164 – PaxLock Pro Standalone mode
APN-1167 – Binding and configuring a PaxLock Pro
APN-1173 – PaxLock Pro – Installation and Commissioning Guide
APN-1182 – Ordering a PaxLock Pro
Switch2
APN-1002 – How to install a Switch2 system
APN-1004 – How to program a Switch2 with TOUCHLOCK
APN-1005 – How to program a standalone PROXIMITY system
APN-1008 – How to program a standalone CARDLOCK system
APN-1017 – How to buy and use a PROXIMITY function card pack
APN-1020 – How to deal with a lost order card
APN-1021 – How to buy and administer CARDLOCK packs
APN-1022 – How to buy and administer PROXIMITY token packs
APN-1026 – Using colour, time and barring cards to limit standalone access
APN-1028 – How to wire a door left open alarm on a Switch2
APN-1068 – How to reset a Switch2
APN-1069 – How to program a Switch2 to use a PROXIMITY KP keypad
APN-1078 – Lost Enrolment Cards
APN-1086 – How to connect a lock with an independent power supply
APN-1088 – Using the energy saving reader
Compact
APN-1001 – How to install a compact system
APN-1003 – How to program a TOUCHLOCK compact
APN-1005 – How to program a standalone PROXIMITY system
APN-1008 – How to program a standalone CARDLOCK system
APN-1017 – How to buy and use a PROXIMITY function card pack
APN-1020 – How to deal with a lost order card
APN-1021 – How to buy and administer CARDLOCK packs
APN-1022 – How to buy and administer PROXIMITY token packs
APN-1026 – Using colour, time and barring cards to limit standalone access
APN-1078 – Lost Enrolment Cards
Mobile Apps
APN-0028 – Paxton Key – Paxton10 Smart credentials – mobile access
APN-1175 – Paxton Connect – Access Control from your Phone
APN-1200 – Paxton Installer – Paxton Reward Programme
APN-1201 – Paxton Installer – Commissioning feature