Welcome to AirID First Steps. Our Quick Start Guide is the perfect place to start and get an overview of the most important features of the AirID. You will learn how to setup, pair with your phone/tablet/PC and connect.
If you would like to know more about AirID and its capabilities, continue reading our User Manual, FAQ and HowTos. If further questions arise, please contact us at [email protected]
certgate is pleased to welcome you as a new user of certgate's wireless smart card reader for ID-1 cards, AirID.
This guide explains all the basics of the certgate wireless smartcard reader AirID and gives you step-by-steps instructions to get you started using AirID. Please take the time to read the information and follow carefully the instructions and recommendations of the installation process.
Support / Questions
For questions and support please use the email address [email protected]
Hardware Features
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.
Device Features
1 Low Power LCD Display
2 LED indicator
3 Jog dial control element
4 USB interface
5 Smart card internal slot
6 Double header only with AirID 2
Insert and remove a smart card
Insert the card chip first. The double header of the AirID 2 reader can read the chip regardless of which side the chip is on. The AirID 1 has only one header.
To remove the card, simply slide it with the finger through the cut-out.
Control Element
AirID is designed for easy menu navigation using a 3-way version of jog dial control element.
| up and down scrolling | navigation |
| press | select |
Status Indicator
Following status indicators exists on AirID
| Status | Status Indicator | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Smart card status |
| card inserted, card not supported |
| card insert and card supported | |
| card access blocked (Distance Sensor) | |
| Connection status |
| Bluetooth and advertising activated |
| Bluetooth activated and connected | |
| Battery status |
| remaining battery capacity |
| LED | red | on while battery charging, off when battery charging is done |
| blue | on while smart card activities |
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 |
|---|---|
| red | battery low, please charge |
| red and blue | battery charging |
| blue and green | battery completely charged |
Charging
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.
Power On
Insert the smart card to power on AirID.
Windows 10
In this section, you will find the steps to download and install the AirID Windows driver, the AirID Central management app and to pair the AirID with your computer.
Prerequisites
- a computer running Windows 10 operating system and with integrated Bluetooth 4.0 support
For workstations without built in Bluetooth 4.0 capabilities, the ONEKEY BRIDGE - an USB Bluetooth connector - MUST be used to provide connectivity.
Installer Download
Download the latest installer (zipped .msi file) for Windows at AirID - Software, Driver & SDK. Please make sure that you download the correct Installer corresponding to your AirID version: AirID 1 or AirID 2.
Driver and App Installation
Unzip and double click on the .msi installer file.
Follow the instructions in the installation wizard.
The AirID Windows driver and the AirID Central App are now installed.
Bluetooth Pairing
| AirID 2 | AirID 1 |
|---|---|
Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader and activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Open Windows "Settings→ Devices→ Bluetooth". Your AirID should be listed with its serial number. Press "Pair" A six-digit pairing key will be show on AirID display 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 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. | Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader and activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display: Open Windows "Settings→ Devices→ Bluetooth". Your AirID should be listed with its serial number. Press "Pair" Enter 6 digit pairing key shown on AirID display After succesful pairing "Pairing sucessful" will be displayed on AirID |
If you select "Lock Workstation" in the page "Custom Setup" of the AIrID Installer for Windows, the Windows (local) smart card removal policy will be set to lock your computer upon smart card removal.
Using AirID
When AirID is successfully paired and the driver is installed there is a PC/SC reader registered in your Windows 10 which can be accessed like any other smart card reader. The inserted smart card is available to be used for cryptographical operations such as authentication or data encryption.
Examples
- 2-factor authentication: Windows smart card logon
- Distance Auto-Log-Off (→ Set "Distance Sensor")
- Signature and encryption for your email communication
- etc.
Using AirID Central
AirID Central is 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. When there is no connection established the various display and settings panels aren't available. AirID Central is available for Windows, iOS and Android.
| Displayed Information | AirID Configuration | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| AirID Serialnumber |
| Sign Strenght
Backlight Buzzer Display Advertising |
| Smart Card Status | ||
| Distance Sensor Used Encryption Refresh (Firmware update) | ||
| List of paired AirIDs | ||
| Batterie Status | ||
| Displayed Information | |
|---|---|
|
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| Paired Devices |
Using AirID as USB Reader
If you intend to use AirID as an USB reader please insert your smart card, connect the AirID to your desktop via USB cable and set, if neccessary, the option "USB Card Reader" displayed on AirID to "On" or "Yes" .
iOS
AirID need to be paired through an app on iOS. The initial Bluetooth pairing of the AirID will be realised within the AirID Central App. Here are the steps you need to follow in order to connect the AirID with your iOS device.
Prerequisites
- device running operating system iOS from version 10.3.3 upwards
- Internet connection to download the apps
AirID Central App Download and Installation
Go to the App Store on your iOS device and search for AirID Central.
Install the AirID Central App on your iOS device.
Bluetooth Pairing
| AirID 2 | AirID 1 |
|---|---|
Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display Activate Bluetooth on your iOS device "Settings→ Bluetooth→ On". Open the AirID Central App and select the AirID (serial number) of the shown device list A six-digit pairing key will be show on AirID display If the PIN matches press Pair on the iOS device and choose Yes on th AirID by scrolling down in the menu and pressing the jog dial control element | Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display Activate Bluetooth on your iOS device "Settings→ Bluetooth→ On". Open the AirID Central App and select the AirID (serial number) of the shown device list Enter the 6 digit pairing code shown on AirID display to connect After a successful pairing, the AirID shows |
Use AirID with iOS Apps
Because of the sandbox architecture of iOS, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app.
Examples of apps with AirID integration:
- cgPhone (Link)
- your company specific apps*
*contact your company administrator!
If you would like to integrate AirID into your app, contact our support at [email protected] and get our AirID SDK for iOS.
Android
AirID need to be paired through an app on Android. The initial Bluetooth pairing of the AirID will be realised within the AirID Central App. Here are the steps you need to follow in order to connect the AirID with your Android device.
Prerequisites
- device running operating system Android from version 4.4 upwards and with Bluetooth Low Energy functionality
- Internet connection to download the apps
The functioning of the AirID apps with your Android device cannot be guaranteed due to the heterogeneity of Android. In case of an unstable connection of AirID with your Android device or issues concerning the establishment of the connection, please contact our support [email protected]!
AirID Central App Download and Installation
Go to the Google Play Store on your Android device and search for AirID Central.
Install the AirID Central App on your device.
Bluetooth Pairing
| AirID 2 | AirID 1 |
|---|---|
Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display Activate Bluetooth on your Android device "Settings→ Bluetooth→ On". Open the AirID Central App and select the AirID (serial number) of the shown device list A six-digit pairing key will be show on AirID display If the PIN matches press Pair on the Android device and choose Yes on th AirID by scrolling down in the menu and pressing the jog dial control element | Insert your smart card to power on the AirID reader. Activate Bluetooth at the AirID reader by pressing the jog dial control element. The AirID should display Activate Bluetooth on your Android device "Settings→ Bluetooth→ On". Open the AirID Central App and select the AirID (serial number) of the shown device list Enter the 6 digit pairing code shown on AirID display to connect After a successful pairing, the AirID shows |
Use AirID with Android Apps
Because of the sandbox architecture of Android, the AirID driver needs to be integrated into an app to use AirID with this specific app.
Examples of apps with AirID integration:
- cgPhone (Link)
- your company specific apps*
*contact your company administrator!
If you would like to integrate AirID into your app, contact our support at [email protected] and get our AirID SDK for Android.