> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/products/integrations/third-party-readers/aperio.md).

# Aperio

Aperio (ASSA ABLOY) provides cost-effective wireless access control for doors where a fully wired controller is not economical. An Aperio lock talks wirelessly to an **AH30** hub (or **AH20** for 1:1 Wiegand), which connects to a Gallagher Controller's **RS485** port. Locks are configured with the **PAP** (Aperio Programming Application), installed from the `Utilities\Aperio` directory of the Command Centre install media.

Aperio supports MIFARE Classic and DESFire, the Gallagher Mobile Credential and Apple Wallet, HID, and MIFARE CSN.

## Hardware and capacity

| Controller         | Aperio capacity                                                                             |
| ------------------ | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| 6000 controller    | 20 Aperio devices                                                                           |
| Per RS485 port     | Max 16 Aperio devices                                                                       |
| C7000 (from v9.30) | 32 devices. Single Door = 16 (1× RS485); Standard = 32 (16 on each of 2× RS485 / AperioBus) |

**Connection:** lock → **AH30** hub (or **AH20** for 1:1 Wiegand) → Gallagher Controller RS485 port. Use the PAP software to pair a lock to a hub.

**Supported credentials:** MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire (Non-diversified object), Gallagher Mobile Credential, Gallagher Apple Wallet, HID 125kHz 26/8, HID iClass 26/8, MIFARE CSN.

**Features:** Access Zone Overrides (Lock/Unlock/Lockdown), Access Zone modes (PIN and Card, dual-auth, Code or Card), Double Card overrides.


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the following URL with the `ask` and `goal` query parameters:

```
GET https://help.security.gallagher.com/knowledge-hub/products/integrations/third-party-readers/aperio.md?ask=<question>&goal=<user_goal>
```

`ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
`goal` is what the user is ultimately trying to achieve, the reason they need the answer. Sharing it helps GitBook give you a better, more relevant answer. A goal is most helpful when it describes the outcome the user wants rather than restating the question. For example, with `ask=how do I create an API token`, a goal like `automate deployments from our CI pipeline` lets GitBook tailor the answer to that use case.

The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.