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

Package Content

• AirID smart card reader

• USB cable

• transparent plastic strap for using as ID badges 

• Bumper (landscape and portrait variant) (only with AirID Version 2)
  

Intended Use

AirID is a wireless smart card reader that you can carry with you at all times. The AirID reader communicates via a secure Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connection with your device and makes the inserted smart card available for cryptographical operations such as data encryption or authentication. 

Support / Questions

Information about AirID can be found online at  https://airid.com/en/ and on our service and support page AirID Support.

AirID GmbH

Germany

Tel.: +49 (0) 911 93523 0

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://airid.com/en/

AirID GmbH 2019, alle Rechte vorbehalten

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The services and hardware are provided "as is" and "as-available" and the use of the services and hardware are at its own risk

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columnwidth50% Column width 25% Control  Element AirID is designed for easy menu navigation using a 3-way version of jog dial control element. Action Function up and down scrolling navigation press select Status Indicator Following status indicators exists on AirID Status Status Indicator Meaning Smart card status Image Removed Image Added card inserted, card not supported or damaged Image Removed Image Added card inserted and card supported Image Removed Image Added card access blocked (coverage) Connection status Image Removed Image Added Bluetooth and advertising activated Image Removed Image Added Bluetooth activated and connected Battery status Image Removed Image Added remaining battery capacity LED Indicator AirID 2 Color Meaning red on while battery charging, off when battery charging is done blue on while smart card activities AirID 1 Color Meaning Image Removed

Technical Specification

This chapter provides the specification for the AirID 2 model.

Item

AirID2

First Release

September 2018

Certification

RoHS, CE, FCC

Enclosure

Shape

rectangular plus Bumper

Dimension

90 x 60 x 9 mm (plus Bumper)

Bumper

utilizable

Weight

?

Orientation of hanger

4 (with bumper)

Human interface

Display type

LCD, 132x32

Display size

ca. 9 x 30 mm

Control element

Jog Dial (up/down/enter)

USB port

USB-2.0-Micro-B

LED visible

2 (red: on while charging, blue: on while smart card powered on)

Acoustic feedback

Buzzer (KSSG33J12)

Bluetooth

Bluetooth Version

4.2

BLE chip

BGM13P, SiLabs

Battery

Battery type

NEXcell NEX422339PA

Battery size and weight

4.5 x 24.0 x 41.5 mm, 8g

Capacity

340mAh

Battery charging

via USB

Smart card interface

smart card size

ID1, contact interface (ISO7816)

smart card type

3V

Smart chip protocol

T=0, T=1

Smart chip header number

2

Smart chip header type

8 pins (MCD-7A6SC01-R), 6 pins (2286237-1,TE Connectivity) ;5 pins connected

Using chip-backsided printed cards

x

Using chip-sided printed cards

x

NFC funcion of card usable

x

Update

Firmware update

via USB

Bootloader update

via contact points on PCB

Menu Layout

In the AirID device menu you can make various settings. You can access the different setting menus by navigating with the jog dial.

AirID

The AirID menu is displayed in the main window and shows the smart card status.

Connection

The Connection menu is the second setting when you scroll down. This is used to activate the Bluetooth connection or to terminate the connection.

Pairing Code

This item is only shown during the first connection setup with a device and is used to display the pairing code and connection status.

Settings

Image Added Under the menu Settings, you can configure settings for your AirID . Use the jog dial to select and confirm the settings.

Menu Layout

In the AirID device menu you can make various settings. You can access the different setting menus by navigating with the jog dial.

AirID

The AirID menu is diplayed in the main window and shows the smart card status.

Initialize

Image Removed AirID initialized the smart card. This message appears only very shortly ( WANN?)

Card OK

Image Removed The smart card is inserted and it is recognized.

Image Removed When AirID is paired with a device, the device name is displayed here.

Card unreadable

Image Removed The inserted smart card is not readable. Please ensure that the card is properly inserted and the smart card is supported

Connection

The Connection menu is the second setting when you scroll down. This is used to activate the Bluetooth connection or to terminate the connection.

Initialize

Image Removed AirID initializes Bluetooth and activates the advertising mode. This message appears only very shortly.

ON/ waiting

Image Removed AirID has activated Bluetooth and the advertising mode and is waiting for the connection to be established. When the jog dial is pressed, Bluetooth and the advertising mode are disabled.

Bonding

Image Removed AirID has successfully connected to a device. This message appears only very shortly.

Connected

Image Removed AirID is connected to a device

Disconnecting

 Image Removed When the jog dial is pressed, the connection is terminated.

OFF

Image Removed Bluetooth and the advertising mode are disabled. Pressing the jog dial activates Bluetooth and the advertising mode.

Pairing Code

Image Removed This menu is only shown the first time a connection is established with a device and is used to display the connection key.

Pairing success

Image Removed Connection successful

Image RemovedConnection failed. The following errors may occur:

• Pairing fail 1: Pairing canceled

• Pairing fail 4: Pairing code wrong

• Pairing fail 23: Time out

Settings

Image Removed Under the menu Settings, you can configure settings for your AirID . Use the jog dial to select and confirm the settings.

Sig Strenght

Following settings are possible:

• Image Removedlow (~3-5m, EcoModus, 1 bar)

• Image Removedmiddle (~5-7 m, 2 bars)

• high (~7,5-10 m, 3 bars)

Advertising

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Display

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Update Firmware

The AirID firmware can be updated with this setting.

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Back

Image Removed Select Back to return to the main menu.

AirID Info

Under AirID Info you will find further information about the AIrID.

Image Removed Serial number of the AirID

Image Removed Bluetooth address of the AirID

Image Removed The received signal strength

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AirID Info

Image Removed Displays Under AirID Info you will find further information about the inserted smart card. These information is only displayed if the smart card is correctly inserted and recognized/ supported.

Prefered Device

Under "Prefer Device" the pairing information of the AirID with the before connected devices are stored. From these information you can select to which device the AirID should preferably be connected in the future. All other devices will be ignored.

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Select the option New to connect AirID to a new device if the already connected devices are nearby. All other devices connected to AirID will be ignored.

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Using AirID

AirID supports various operating systems like Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android. The basic requirement is the Bluetooth Low Energy functionality of the device. When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption. This requires an applet on the smar card and the corresponding middleware for the operating system used. 

The AirID software consists of two components:

1. 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. 
2. AirID drivers, which ensures the communication between the AirID and the operating system, must be installed additionally depending on the platform or is already integrated in the Apps and solutions of third party vendors.

AirID can be used with different terminals and platforms is possible, but not in parallel operation.

Windows

The use of AirID under Windows is only possible as of Windows 8.1 due to the Bluetooth Low Energy functionality required. For use under Windows 7, an ONEKEY BRIDGE is additionally required.

Installation and Pairing

1. Download the latest installer (zipped .msi file) for Windows at AirID - Software, Driver & SDK.
2. Unzip and double click on the .msi installer file.
3. Follow the instructions in the installation wizard.
4. The AirID Windows driver and the AirID Central App are now installed.
5. Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader and activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by navigating to the connection menu and pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Image Removed
6. Open Windows "Settings→ Devices→ Bluetooth". Your AirID should be listed with its serial number. Press "Pair"
   
7. Enter 6 digit pairing key shown on AirID display Image Removed
8. After successful pairing "Pairing successful" will be displayed on AirIDImage Removed
9. After successful connection establishment, the AirID should display the name of your device

The AirID can now be used.

Deleting the Connection

The pairing information are stored on both the Windows system and AirID. To terminate the connection completely, the information on both sides must be deleted.

On Windows

1. Open the Bluetooth settings on Windows (Settings- Devices - Bluetooth)
2. Select the corresponding AirID using the displayed serial number and click on "Remove Device"
3. Click "Yes" to confirm the removal of the device.

On AirID

Delete All Pairing Information

To delete all stored pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" (verlinkung) can be performed in the Settings menu.

Delete Specific Pairing Information

To delete specific pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" of the Windows workstation can be performed in the Settings menu.

The pairing information can also be deleted via AirID Central App. To do this, go to the paired devices view, select the corresponding device from the list and click Delete.

AirID Central App

AirID Central provides information and setting options for your AirID once your AirID is connected to your Windows device. If there is no connection, "No device" is displayed in the AirID Central.

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AirID Central as an AirID management software, provides an overview of:

• Serial Number - Displays the Serial Number of the connected AirID
• Card Status - Displays the status of the inserted smart card. This can be readable Image Removed, unreadable Image Removed or no card inserted Image Removed
• Coverage Feature - Displays if the coverage feature is activated Image Removedor not Image Removed
• Encryption - Displays if the AES encryption is set to 128Image Removed or 256-bit Image Removed
• Refresh - Checks if there is an older firmware and offers a firmware update if necessary.Image Removed
• AirID Change - Displays the list of the connected AirID readers from which you can select one.
• Battery Status - Displays the battery charge in percent. The green flash symbol indicates an active charging process.

In the AirID Central, the following settings can also be made on the AirID:

• Signal Strenght - Select the signal strength of the AirID:
  • low (~3-5m)

  • middle (~5-7 m)

  • high (~7,5-10 m)

• Backlight - Select if a display backlight is required
• Buzzer - Select if an acustic feedback is required
• Display - Select if the display should always be on or only for a certain time.
• Advertising - Select if the Bluetooth signal for the connection to a device should always be on or only for a certain time.An individual work schedule to save energy can also be created with AirID Central. The advertising mode remains deactivated after the defined working hours.

The following information is displayed when clicking on the AirID device displayed in the AirID Central App:

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• Serial Number
• MAC Address
• Hardware - Board Version of the AirID
• Bootloader Version
• Firmware Version
• Card OS of the inserted smart card
• Build version of the firmware
• Connected devices - shows a list of devices for which AirID stores connection information. The connection information can be deleted by deleting the device from the list.

A right click on the AirID Central icon in the Windows notification area opens a menu with the following application functions:

Screenshot

• Reestablish - opens the AirID Central App window in the foreground.
• Settings -
• System Log - displays a log of the system log entries that you can use to track activities and processes.
• Bridge - Displays the ONEKEY Bridge and the settings you can do.
• Change PIN - PIN change function for the inserted smart card
  
• About - Shows the AirID Central version and the developer information
• Close - Closes the AirID Central App

iOS

Under iOS system-wide support of smart cards and card readers is not possible. Therefore, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app. These apps usually interact with the available AirID Central App via extension or keychain.

The connection to the the iOS device is only active when the app in foreground is open. As soon as the app goes into the background, the Bluetooth connection to the AirID is released again.

Pairing

1. Go to the App Store on your iOS device and search for AirID Central
2. Install the AirID Central App on your iOS device
3. Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader
4. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by navigating to the connection menu and pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Image Removed
5. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your iOS device (Settings > Bluetooth > On)
   
6. Open the AirID Central App
   
7. Select the AirID (serial number) in the shown device list
8. Compare the 6 digit pairing code shown on AirID display and confirm it to connectImage Removed 
9. After a successful pairing, the AirID shows:Image Removed

AIrID.

Card Info

Prefered Device

Under "Prefer Device" the pairing information of the AirID with the already connected devices are stored. From these information you can select to which device the AirID should preferably be connected in the future. All other devices will be ignored.

Firmware Update

AirID is constantly working to make AirID even more reliable and faster. Therefore we provide firmware updates for our wireless smartcard readers under AirID Software, Driver & SDK from time to time. Please install a firmware update as soon as it is available as it improves the reliability of the reader.

The AirID firmware can be updated 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.

Update AirID 2

1. Under Settings, select Update Firmware and navigate to Confirm: Yes and select it
2. Connect your AirID with USB-cable to a Windows computer or Mac.
3. The AirID should display: "Send update or unpower to exit"
   On a PC running WINDOWS operating system
4. Open the folder with the firmware and click on "flash_gecko.bat" file
   On a MacOS
5. Open the folder with the firmware and click on the "flash-gecko.command" file
6. After the update the AirID will reboot automatically.

The AirID restarts and has been updatet. You can use it with your smart card.

Update AirID 1

1. Remove the smart card from your AirID
2. While pressing the jog dial control element, connect your AirID with USB-cable to a Windows computer or Mac.
3. The AirID should display: Image Added
   On a PC running WINDOWS operating system
4. Open the folder with the firmware and click on "AirID_FW_CC2540.bat" file
   On a MacOS
5. Open the folder with the firmware and click on the "AirID_FW_CC2540.command" file
6. After the update the AirID will reboot automatically.

The AirID has been updatet and you can use it with your smart card.

Using AirID

AirID supports various operating systems like Windows, MacOS, Linux, iOS and Android. The basic requirement is the Bluetooth Low Energy functionality of the device. When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed, the inserted smart card is available 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. 

The AirID software consists of two components:

1. 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. 
2. AirID drivers, which ensures the communication between the AirID and the operating system, must be installed additionally depending on the platform or is already integrated in the Apps and solutions of third party vendors.

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

Windows

The use of AirID under Windows is only possible as of Windows 8.1 due to the Bluetooth Low Energy functionality required. For use under Windows 7, an ONEKEY BRIDGE is additionally required.

Installation and Pairing

1. Download the latest installer (zipped .msi file) for Windows at AirID - Software, Driver & SDK.
2. Unzip and double click on the .msi installer file.
3. Follow the instructions in the installation wizard.
4. The AirID Windows driver and the AirID Central App are now installed.
5. Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader and activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by navigating to the connection menu and pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Image Added
6. Open Windows "Settings→ Devices→ Bluetooth". Your AirID should be listed with its serial number. Press "Pair"
   

7. Enter 6 digit pairing key shown on AirID display Image Addedand also on the Windows 10 PC. If the PIN matches press Connect on the Windows 10 system and choose Yes on the AirID by scrolling down in the menu and pressing the jog dial control element

8. After succesful pairing, "Your device is ready to go!" and the AirID serial number will be displayed on the Windows system and the device name of the paired device will be displayed on the AirID.

The AirID can now be used.

Silent Installation of the Driver

Silent installation is used for installation of the AirID driver without user interaction, usually from a batch file or other script.

To perform a silent install using the ZIP format driver, extract the ZIP file, then run the AirID Installer .EXE program for the driver with the following comand line switch:

"<Filename>.exe" /install /quiet /log "<Filename for Logfile.txt>" 

Any problem can be found in the log file.

The command to uninstall the software package is as follows:

"<Filename>.exe" /uninstall /quiet /log "<Filename for Logfile.txt>"

The optional parameter are:

/help

/install | /repair | /uninstall | /layout

/passive |

 /quiet 

/norestart

/log log.txt

Deleting the Connection

The pairing information are stored on both the Windows system and AirID. To terminate the connection completely, the information on both sides must be deleted.

On Windows

1. Open the Bluetooth settings on Windows (Settings- Devices - Bluetooth)
2. Select the corresponding AirID using the displayed serial number and click on "Remove Device"
3. Click "Yes" to confirm the removal of the device.

On AirID

Delete All Pairing Information

To delete all stored pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" can be performed in the Settings menu.

Delete Specific Pairing Information

To delete specific pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" of the Windows workstation can be performed in the Settings menu.

The pairing information can also be deleted via AirID Central App. To do this, go to the paired devices view, select the corresponding device from the list and click Delete.

AirID Central App on Windows

AirID Central provides information and setting options for your AirID once your AirID is connected to your Windows device. If there is no connection, "No device" is displayed in the AirID Central.

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AirID Central as an AirID management software, provides an overview of:

The following information is displayed when clicking on the AirID device displayed in the AirID Central App:

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A right click on the AirID Central icon in the Windows notification area opens a menu with the following application functions:

iOS

Under iOS system-wide support of smart cards and card readers is not possible. Therefore, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app. These apps usually interact with the available AirID Central App via extension or keychain.

The connection to the the iOS device is only active when the app in foreground is open. As soon as the app goes into the background, the Bluetooth connection to the AirID is released again.

Pairing

1. Go to the App Store on your iOS device and search for AirID Central
2. Install the AirID Central App on your iOS device
3. Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader
4. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by navigating to the connection menu and pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Image Added
5. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your iOS device (Settings > Bluetooth > On)
   
6. Open the AirID Central App
   
7. Select the AirID (serial number) in the shown device list
8. Compare the 6 digit pairing code shown on AirID display and confirm it to connectImage Added 
9. After a successful pairing, the AirID shows:Image Added

Deleting the Connection

The pairing information are stored on both the iOS device and AirID. To terminate the connection completely, the information on both sides must be deleted.

On iOS

1. To delete the device information from the AirID Central App, first select the function "Forget AirID" in the AirID Central
2. Then open the iOS Bluetooth settings on the iOS device ( Settings → Bluetooth)
3. Select the AirID using the displayed serial number and tap the blue Info button
4. Tap on "Ignore this device" to delete the pairing information

On AirID

Delete All Pairing Information

To delete all stored pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" can be performed in the Settings menu.

Delete Specific Pairing Information

Specific pairing information can be deleted via AirID Central App. To do this, go to the paired devices view, select the corresponding device from the list and click Delete.

On AirID Version 2, the pairing information with a specific device can also be deleted by selecting "Reset Keys" → "Device Name" from the setting menu.

Android

Under Android system-wide support of smart cards and card readers is not possible. Therefore, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app. These apps usually interact with the available AirID Central App via extension or keychain.

The connection to the the Android device is only active when the app in foreground is open. As soon as the app goes into the background, the Bluetooth connection to the AirID is released again.

Pairing

1. Go to the Play Store on your Android device and search for AirID Central
2. Install the AirID Central App on your Android device
3. Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader
4. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by navigating to the connection menu and pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Image Added
5. Make sure that Bluetooth is activated on your Android device (Settings > Bluetooth > On)
   
6. Open the AirID Central App
   
7. Select the AirID (serial number) in the shown device list
8. Compare the 6 digit pairing code shown on AirID display and confirm it to connectImage Added 
9. After a successful pairing, the AirID shows:Image Added
   
   

Deleting the Connection

The pairing information are stored on both the Android device and AirID. To terminate the connection completely, the information on both sides must be deleted.

On Android

1. To delete the device information from the AirID Central App, first select the function "Forget AirID" in the AirID Central
2. Then open the Android Bluetooth settings on the device ( Settings → Bluetooth)
3. Select the AirID using the displayed serial number and tap the blue Info button
4. Tap on "Cancel pairing" to delete the pairing information

On AirID

Delete All Pairing Information

To delete all stored pairing information from AirID a "Reset Keys" can be performed in the Settings menu.

Delete Specific Pairing Information

Specific pairing information can be deleted via AirID Central App. To do this, go to the paired devices view, select the corresponding device from the list and click Delete.

On AirID Version 2, the pairing information with a specific device can also be deleted by selecting "Reset Keys" → "Device Name" from the setting menu.

Technical Specification

Safety Instructions

• Protect the device from dirt, dust, moisture, chemicals and extreme temperatures and use it only in dry rooms.
• Use only original, approved accessories intended for this purpose for the device.
• Do not use the product in the immediate vicinity of heating, other heat sources or in direct sunlight.

• The device is approved for an operating temperature range of -10 °C to +60 °C.

• The approved temperature range during charging is between 0 °C and +45 °C.

• Do not expose the device directly to magnetic sources.
• Do not put the device in your trouser pocket.
• Do not drop the product and do not expose it to violent shocks, drops, shocks or vibrations of any kind.
• Do not attempt to service or repair the product yourself or have it serviced or repaired by an unauthorized service or person.
• Do not make any unauthorized modifications to the software or hardware.
• Do not open or operate the product if damaged.
• Do not insert foreign objects into the card slot. The opening slot is intended exclusively for inserting a smart card.
• Improper use may damage the product or connected devices.
• To charge the battery, use only standardized charging cables and power sources (5V DC; min. 500mA) to avoid overcharging. This could damage the battery.
• Do not remove or damage the seal on the side of the unit.

Disposal and Recycling

The device must not be disposed of with household waste. B2B equipment must be returned to the manufacturer.

Maintenance and Care

Clean the device only with a soft, clean and dry cloth. Do not expose the device to harsh chemicals, cleaning solutions or strong cleaning agents. Do not allow liquid to penetrate the product.

Warranty/ License/ Technical Support

Please note our regulations at Terms and Conditions & Legal Documents

Please note that only customer with a valid support and maintance agreement are authorized to get free support services.