Installation and Commissioning Index

Overview & Commissioning Process

Virtual Commissioning and Testing — What “commissioned” means for BluSKY systems and how to prove a system is assembled, wired, configured, and ready. Includes the intent of commissioning tests and an outline of what to verify before hand‑off.
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Differentiators: Virtual Remote Commissioning & Power Management — Highlights BluB0X’s ability to configure, test, and diagnose systems remotely, with remote power control, battery checks, and system health history to speed installation and service.
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Professional Services (Install & Commissioning Support) — When you need BluB0X help onsite or remotely: installation services, commissioning support, technical training, API work, and more.
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Two‑Door Demo (Hands‑On Build & Wire) — A guided exercise showing how to assemble and configure a simple LP1502 system with readers, REX, DPS, wiring, and BluSKY connectivity—useful as a mini‑commissioning dry run.
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Controllers & SIO Hardware Setup

Controller Hardware Configuration (Mercury) — Field steps and concepts for addressing boards (DIP switches), setting baud rates, and preparing controllers and modules for service. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Network Configuration for Controllers (First Login & Defaults) — How to put a controller on your bench network, use factory defaults (192.168.0.251; admin/password), set DIP 1/2 correctly, then assign proper IP/gateway/DNS for the site. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Connect a Controller to BluSKY (Host Settings & Ports) — Exact host/port/TLS settings (e.g., TLS Required, host blub0x.cloudapp.net, ports 3010–3017) and a reminder to allow the port in local firewalls during commissioning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Connecting an MR51e — Uses Mercury’s MR51e Address Tool to assign static IPs and bring MR51e boards online with EP/LP controllers; includes DIP and firewall notes. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Connect (Controller conversion & bulk erase) — Utility and procedure to reset Mercury boards, erase memory, and move between OEM images when re‑deploying hardware for BluSKY.
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Avoiding TLS Errors on Older EP Controllers — Temporary Firefox settings to reach legacy EP web UIs when modern browser TLS blocks access during bench setup. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Upgrade Mercury Firmware (direct‑connected PC) — When no site network is available, update controller firmware via a direct connection; includes file examples and reboot behavior. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Replace/Upgrade a Mercury Controller (EP/LP/MP) — One‑for‑one board replacement steps, controller type changes in BluSKY, and the correct order to clear/sync controllers and people. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Power, Enclosures & Wiring Best Practices

Wire Lengths & Gauge Best Practices — Quick reference for 12VDC/24VAC runs so locks and devices get full power without voltage drop surprises during commissioning.
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LifeSafety Power — Component Interconnect & Variants — How NL4, M8/M8P, and enclosure options fit together; patterns for adding remote management or scaling to 8‑door kits.
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RB8 Wiring (Controller Power Disconnect) — Replacing RB2 with RB8 for NL4‑driven power control of Mercury boards; explains why RB8 needs unswitched power plus the NL4 trigger.
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NL4 Network Link (LSP) Datasheet — Adds network power monitoring/management (battery, outputs, faults) to enclosures for remote diagnosis and commissioning checks.
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M8 / M8P Lock Power Controllers — Eight monitored/controlled outputs via NL4—commissioners can switch, monitor, and protect lock power from BluSKY. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluCHIP Access Control Kits (selected examples) — Pre‑built, unified kits (enclosure + power + Mercury + managed lock power) that reduce onsite wiring time and simplify commissioning:

1502‑2R/8I/4O‑E2MLPM — two‑reader base, expandable to four. Link. (BluINFO)

2500‑2R/8I/4O‑E4M1LPM — scalable platform with remote power diagnostics. Link. (BluINFO)

1502‑4R/16I/10O‑E2M1LPM — four‑reader kit with managed lock power. Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader — Physical Installation & Wiring

How to Mount a Person Reader — Practical mounting rules (height, plane, sightlines, lighting), turnstile notes, and how to avoid IR projector interference—so recognition works on day one. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader Cable Connections — Exact USB/HDMI/Ethernet/audio connections between the sensor head and the NUC; color‑ringed cable callouts and back‑view mapping. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Physical Installation of the Person Reader — Where to place the sensor head (unsecured side), cable types (USB/HDMI/Audio), 6′ USB run guidance, and how Ethernet/power route to ACP/switches. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader Mounting Guidelines (Quick Rules) — Keep the center camera ~52″–60″ AFF (50″ ADA), mount on handle side, keep in the door plane, avoid spotlights; designed to preserve normal user approach behavior. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Person Reader Gen 3 — Pinouts & Wiring — PDF diagrams for PR V3/L3 and the AIC‑2 base, with terminal callouts used during rough‑in and punch‑list verification. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

OSDP Reader Wiring & Enablement — Four‑wire OSDP wiring, HID reader settings, and BluSKY configuration—all you need to move from Wiegand to secure OSDP during commissioning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Wiegand Converter — Program IP & Wiring — How to set the Wiegand converter’s IP/MAC and basic Arduino‑based wiring notes (including tying grounds when power sources differ). BluINFO Link • Wiring Arduino. (BluINFO)

BluPOINT Nano — Mounting & Antenna Orientation — Turnstile placement (offsets, 25° yaw) and antenna orientation maps to get reliable mobile credential performance in tight spaces. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluPOINT Nano Reader (Datasheet) — Ultra‑small module for embedded installs (elevators, turnstiles, copiers) that drops in quickly where power and controller cabling exist. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Network & VLAN Patterns / Connectivity

BluSKY VPN & Network Monitoring — A subscription feature that gives secure, click‑through remote access to onsite devices without punching firewall holes; required for VMS integrations, Destination Dispatch Elevators, and Person Readers. Ideal for commissioning and ongoing support. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Information Security (IT Talking Points) — How BluB0X applies network and application security best practices (data center, comms, browser/mobile security, cryptography) and IP networking considerations—useful when designing VLANs and firewall policy. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

VMS A&E Spec — NAT & Traversal — Requirements and guidance for VMS networks, including enabling client access to recording servers from outside NAT firewalls (port forwarding), helpful during multi‑site commissioning. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Video – New System (Design Considerations) — Calls out the need for Layer‑3 switching on the camera network and other infrastructure pointers that affect commissioning stability and performance. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

BluSKY Overview — Network Requirement — Core protocol requirements for BluSKY access (HTTPS/443), useful in IT pre‑checks and firewall reviews.
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Controller → BluSKY Host (Firewall Reminder) — When pointing controllers to BluSKY, ensure the selected controller port (typically 3010–3017) is allowed through local firewalls; TLS setting must match BluSKY. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Elevator, Turnstile & DDE Install Profiles

Destination Dispatch Person Reader (Models & Fit‑Out) — PR sizes for DDE terminals/turnstiles, UI basics, and how integrated elevator assignment reduces ghost calls and improves throughput. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

TKE Destination Dispatch Person Readers (Variants) — PR options packaged for TK Elevator deployments (lobby, turnstile, upper‑floor panels) to streamline modernization projects. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

In‑Car Person Reader (Install Options & Networking) — Surface‑mount or behind‑panel installs; networking over traveler cable via Ethernet‑to‑twisted‑pair converters reduces install complexity; supports EMS analytics. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

DDE “Typicals” (Bill‑of‑Materials & Notes) — Multi‑car kits and integrated systems showing hardware blocks and a note that installation & commissioning require BluB0X Professional Services. 8‑Car DDE Readers→DDE • 8‑Car DDE Readers→Security • Integrated Systems Typical. (BluINFO)

Performance Baselines, Verification & Tuning

Destination Dispatch Elevator Basics (Recommended Performance Values) — Baseline KPI table for DDE (e.g., response/wait targets) to validate performance during commissioning and acceptance. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SimEYES — Elevator Simulation & Analysis — Model traffic and test strategies before hardware is ready; validate observed operations against simulated KPI baselines post‑install to catch drift. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

SimEYES (Blog: Benchmarking & Digital‑Twin KPIs) — Explains continuous comparison of KPI baselines vs. live telemetry and using reinforcement learning simulations to quantify gains. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Milestone VMS Configuration Best Practices — Video stream defaults (resolution, frame rate, bitrate, GOP, H.264 profile) that serve as a commissioning baseline for reliable live/recorded video. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

LVSM Snapshot (Release Note) — Adds snapshot capability for Avigilon/Exacq NVRs to aid incident verification and performance checks in the field.
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EMS (Elevator Management System) — Outcomes to Validate — What to measure post‑commissioning (e.g., reduced ghost calls, efficiency lift) when PRs and EMS are integrated. BluINFO Link. (BluINFO)

Appendix: Quick IT Talking Points for Commissioning

Use HTTPS/443 for BluSKY and ensure controller ports (typically 3010–3017) are allowed outbound; enforce the TLS mode selected in BluSKY. Details • Host/Port. (BluINFO)

Prefer Layer‑3 switching on the video network; plan NAT/port‑forwarding if remote VMS access is required. Details • VMS A&E Spec. (BluINFO)

For secure remote commissioning/support without opening inbound firewall rules, enable the BluSKY VPN / Remote Management Gateway (required for PR, DDE, and VMS integrations). Details. (BluINFO)

When commissioning elevator VVT/PR endpoints, follow the implementation blueprint (SIP/VoIP on building IT, VLAN segmentation, unified EMS) to avoid siloed OEM networks. White Paper. (BluINFO)