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Thank you for purchasing the AirID Smart Card Reader. Before using AirID, please take the time to read this user manual, to learn about all the features and capabilities of your new AirID. 


certgate GmbH 2021, All rights reserved


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Questions and Support


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certgate GmbH

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About this User Manual

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help customers using the AirID on different platforms and contains also information for application developers needed to use certgate's AirID Bluetooth reader with their apps.

Typographical Conventions

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Intended Use

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AirID is powered by a rechargeable Li-Po battery. The battery is charged by plugging the AirID into either a computer or external USB wall adapter using the USB cable provided. The LCD display shows all setting information and status of the reader. The user-friendly control element helps you to navigate through the settings of the device.

Package Contents

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Device Features

  1. Low power display

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    ColorModeMeaning

    red

    static

    on during battery charging; off when battery charging is done

    blue

    static

    on during bluetooth communication activities

    blinkingongoing FIDO communication - User Presence, waiting for input

    green

    static

    on during smart card activities




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    AirID is designed for easy menu navigation using a 3-way version of jog dial control element.

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    pressselect



  4. USB interface
  5. Smart card slot

       6. Power switch (triggered by ID-1 Card) and smart card connector


Insert a smart card and power the AirID

Insert the card into the card slot with the chip first. The AirID reader has two integrated smart card connector can read the smart chip regardless of which side the chip is on. By inserting a card, the power switch is triggered and the AirID switches on.

To remove the card, simply slide it with the finger through the cut-out.  

Remove the smart card and unpower the AirID

To remove the card, simply slide it with the finger through the cut-out. The AirID turns off. 

Mounting the Bumper

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Menu Layout

In the AirID device menu, you can get status information about your AirID and configure various settings. You can access the different menu entries by navigating with the control element.

Status indicators

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Menu: AirID

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Menu: Connection

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Menu: Pairing

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Menu: Settings

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Menu: AirID Info

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Menu: Prefered Device

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Using AirID

Using Bluetooth Mode

AirID offers smart card and FIDO based-security via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE), Version 5. The Bluetooth connection of AirID is protected by an additional AES256 encryption.

Using USB Mode

AirID can be used as a standard USB CCID reader on almost all PCs with a common operating system supporting the CCID standard (Windows, MacOS and Linux etc.) and as a standard USB FIDO security key on all PCs with a common operating system supporting the FIDO standard (Windows 10 20H2, MacOS Big Sur and Linux).

Setup: AirID Software
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The AirID software consists of two components:

  1. AirID drivers, which ensures the Bluetooth communication between AirID and the operating system. The driver must be installed additionally depending on the platform or is already integrated in the apps and solutions of third party vendors.
  2. AirID Central App - a management software for your AirID forming the basis for usage of the device. The tool provides you with information and setting options for your AirID when your reader is connected to your device. The AirID Central App also always provides the latest firmware for your AirID and enables you to update your AirID via USB and Bluetooth ("Over-The-Air").

AirID can be used with different clients and platforms, but not in parallel operation.

Select your platform for detailed information on the AirID software available:


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Windows 10

Download and install: AirID Installer for AirID Central and Driver

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System requirement: Bluetooth Low Energy support v4.1 or later

For workstations without built in Bluetooth Low Energy v4.1 capabilities, a USB Bluetooth Donlge or the AirID BRIDGE - an USB Bluetooth connector - MUST be used to provide connectivity.

When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available system-wide to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption. This requires an applet on the smart card and the corresponding middleware for the operating system used. 

AirID Central

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After the driver has been succesfully installed and paired, AirID is displayed as follows under Device Manager. AirID is detected as "Microsoft USBCCID Smartcard Reader" if it is connected via USB.

Silent Installation of the Driver

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MacOS

Download and install: AirID BLE and CCID-USB Software for MacOS

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System requirement: Bluetooth Low Energy support v4.1 or later

For workstations without built in Bluetooth Low Energy v4.1 capabilities, a USB Bluetooth Donlge MUST be used to provide connectivity.

When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available system-wide to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption. This requires an applet on the smart card and the corresponding middleware for the operating system used. 

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Please check our information page AirID & Smart Card @ MacOS to receive valuable information about MacOS & smart card integration!

AirID Central

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iOS

Simply connect AirID in the desired app which is compatible with AirID. For details, please contact the manufacturer of the respective app.

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System requirement: iOS version 10.3.3 upwards


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With iOS and Android, a system-wide support of smart cards and card readers is not possible due to its sandbox architecture. In order to use AirID with a specific app, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into this app.

If you would like to integrate AirID into your app, visit our https://airid.com/service-portal  to create a ticket and get our AirID SDKs for iOS and Android at the Download Center.



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Android

Simply connect AirID in the desired app which is compatible with AirID. For details, please contact the manufacturer of the respective app.

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With iOS and Android, a system-wide support of smart cards and card readers is not possible due to its sandbox architecture. In order to use AirID with a specific app, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into this app.

If you would like to integrate AirID into your app, visit our https://airid.com/service-portal  to create a ticket and get our AirID SDKs for iOS and Android at the Download Center.

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Linux

As there are many distributions of Linux available, please contact our support at https://airid.com/service-portal to get the suitable AirID driver for your Linux system.

When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available system-wide to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption. This requires an applet on the smart card and the corresponding middleware for the operating system used. 


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Windows 7

Download and install: AirID Installer for AirID Central and Driver, incl. Winusbcompat

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System requirements: Since Windows 7 doesn't support the Bluetooth Low Energy standard, a AirID BRIDGE is required additionally

When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available system-wide to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption. This requires an applet on the smart card and the corresponding middleware for the operating system used. 




Setup: AirID and Bluetooth Connection
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Setup: FIDO authentication with AirID

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Setup: AirID Autolock Distance
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AirID Firmware Update

To always benefit from the latest features and maximum security of your AirID, you should run the latest AirID firmware. Using the AirID management software AirID Central with its integrated updater always provides the latest firmware for your device when available. The AirID Central App enables you to update your AirID via USB and Bluetooth ("Over-The-Air").

It is also possible to update the AirID firmware manually via USB on Windows or MacOS PCs. Download the latest firmware from our website and unzip the file. Below, you will find the necessary steps for the update.

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Technical Specifications

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Safety Precautions

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Environment Temperatures

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Maintenance & Care

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Disposal & Recycling

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Warranty/ License/ Technical Support

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