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. About This Guide

This guide provides step-by-step instructions to help customers using the AirID FIDO Mini on different platforms

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1.1 Typographical Conventions

2. Device Layout

2.1 Overview

Device Description

Bluetooth Connected Mode Usage

The AirID FIDO allows to protect Apps with FIDO2 based security keys via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)

Note: Because of the sandbox architecture of iOS and Android, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app.

Examples of apps with AirID integration:

• your company specific apps*

*contact your company administrator!

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USB Connected Mode Usage

AirID FIDO can be used 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

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2.2 Package Contents

2.3 Hardware Features

3. Menu Layout

In the AirID FIDO device menu, you can configure various settings and get status information about your AirID

FIDO security key. You can access the different menu entries by navigating with the control element.

3.1 AirID

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

FIDO

3.2

Connection

3.3 Pairing Menu

Settings

Under the menu Settings, you can configure settings for your AirID. Use the control element to select and confirm the settings.Settings

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Choose the mode for the length of time the display will remain on.

Select whenever the display is on permanently or turns off after a while.

Choose the mode for the LED.

Select whether the LEDs show or are turned off.

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Activate or deactivate the acoustic feedback of the AirID.

Choose if you want to press the button for the FIDO User Presence test or let the AirID handle it for you

3.4 Settings

3.5 AirID Info

4. Firmware Update

This setting deletes the saved keys (LTK and SK). You have the option to delete all keys or only the keys for a specific device.

This setting deletes the saved pairing information and the keys. This is recommended when passing AirID to third parties. You have the option to delete all keys or only the keys for a specific device. After the removal, a new pairing is necessary to re-established a connection.

Reset - Factory Reset

Update Firmware

The AirID firmware can be updated with this setting. An USB connection to your Windows PC or Mac is required.

see Section: Firmware Update

AirID Info

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

Preferred 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 be connected in the future. All other devices will be ignored.

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certgate is constantly working to make AirID even more reliable and faster. Therefore we provide firmware updates for our AirID product family under Download Center 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.

Using AirID

AirID FIDO supports various operating systems like Windows, MacOS (planned), 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 FIDO Security Key is available to be used for cryptographic operations such as authentication or data encryption.

The AirID software consists of two components:

1. 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.
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. 

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

Windows

With Windows, there is a system-wide smart card support using AirID.

AirID system requirements

Installation and Pairing

Silent Installation of the Driver

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

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

iOS

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

The connection to 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.

AirID system requirements

AirID Integration

Pairing

Remove the Pairing

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

On iOS

On AirID

Android

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

The connection to 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.

AirID System Requirements

AirID Integration

Pairing

Remove the Pairing

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

On Android

On AirID

macOS

AirID Central Application

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

5. AirID FIDO

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5.1 Using AirID FIDO Mini

To setup and use the AirID FIDO Mini follow these three simple steps:

5.2 Supported Platforms

6. Technical Specification

7. Safety Instructions

Closes the AirID Central App

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 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.

Environment Temperature Range:

8. Disposal and Recycling

9. Maintenance and Care

10. Warranty/ License/ Technical Support