5.00.0001
Released 2023-14-12
- Updating must be carried out by an installer with knowledge of the particular VAKA system.
- Updates must be made on site.
- Before updating to a new VAKA version, it is important to ensure compatibility with integrated third-party solutions * . Examples of such solutions are Renz mail boxes and Amido Alliera. To avoid operational disturbances, check with respective party that applicable versions are compatible.- Before updating, ensure that system security is set to the default level (Settings->System->Security).
- After updating, it can take up to 45 minutes before the system is fully operational.
* For VAPI integrations against third-party systems, note that VAKA 5.00 requires at least VAPI 5.0.1.
What is new?
VAKA Online*
From VAKA 5.00 there is functionality to connect the VAKA system to VAKA Online.
In VAKA 5.00, the Accessy integration can be activated, which allows door unlocking from mobile application.
*VAKA Online requires that the VAKA system is equipped with a domain controller B60.
VAKA Admin
- Added support for connecting the VAKA system to VAKA Online.
- Added functionality to remotely unlock door through VAKA Online.
Booking
- Improved log-in page to booking portal to better manage small screens.
Java/PC-Client
- Added possibility to set sound volume for sound module C12, without a reader having to be connected to the door controller.
- Improved import function.
- Added column for Domain in import/export file.
- Added role settings for VAKA Online.
Other
- Added functionality to indicate in unsetting of alarm when using monostable alarm control. During unsetting of the alarm, unintentional setting is prevented.
Compatibility
VAKA Admin
VAKA Admin is verified to work with the following browsers:
- Apple Safari: 15.6.1
- Google Chrome: 118.0.5993.71
- Microsoft Edge: 117.0.2045.60
- Mozilla Firefox: 118.0.2
Java/PC-client
The Java/PC client has been verified to work with these versions:
- JRE 8: Eclipse Adoptium openjdk 1.8.0.272.
- JRE 11: openjdk 11.0.20.1
- Webstart alternative (JNLP File): OpenWebStart 1.8.0 & 1.9.0
Update information
Before updating to VAKA 5, the system must be at least version 3.86, 3.87 or 3.88. In case the system is in older version, follow previous update instructions to upgrade to any of the 3.8 versions.
For questions and for help with updating, please contact technical support, +46 (0)8-722 34 40, button selection 2 or [email protected].
After upgrade, the following versions apply
| Product | Version | Showed in |
|---|---|---|
| B60 | 5.00.0001 | System diagnostics |
| B05, B06, B15, B16, B17, B17-R, B25, B26, B27, B27-R | 5.00.0001 | System diagnostics |
| B28, B18 | 5.00.0001 | System diagnostics |
| PC-client | 5.00.0001 (presented as 5.00.1) | VAKA window |
| Info- and booking panel | 5.00.0001 | Configuration menu in panel |
| A6x (HW:2) | System diagnostics as A66: | |
| A6x (HW:1) | In system diagnostics as A66. | |
| A6x (HW:0) | 1.07.01 | In system diagnostics as A66 |
| A45 | System diagnostics | |
| A42, A52, A53, A56 | System diagnostics |
Update from VAKA generation 4
Contact Axema for help with updating, +46 (0)8-722 34 40, button selection 2, or [email protected]
To do after update
Firmware A56
A56 readers in the system should have at least firmware-t1.06.06r.vfp. Update if needed.
Uppdate from 3.86, 3.87 or 3.88
Contact Axema for help with updating, 08-722 34 40, button selection 2, or [email protected]
To do before updating
Configure system security
Ensure that the system security is set to the default level (Settings->System->Security).
Create a backup of system data
Back up system data by following the instructions, in the JAVA/PC client, at Settings -> Backup .
Back up relevant events
In the JAVA client, filter out relevant events and export them to a CSV file.
Open port 443
After the update, some communication will take place via HTTPS. Therefore port 443 must be open where system parts communicate between network segments and where connection for remote administration is needed.
If there is at least one B60 in the system
Restart all B60s by:
- From Main Menu in B60, navigate to Tools and press return.
- Navigate to Restart Device and press return.
To do after update
Set country- and area code
To prepare for future features, the Country Code and Area Code for the intercom need to be entered upon first login after update. This is done in the dialog that is presented.
Associate email address with migrated administrators and installers
When updating to VAKA 4, or later, previous administrators and installers are migrated to users/persons with roles (and rights) to interact with VAKA. Theese users should be given valid e-mail addresses. Please note that, when an e-mail address is specified, this is used as the username when logging into VAKA.
Change playlists from HTTP to HTTPS
If there are playlists where HTTP is used, these must be changed to HTTPS.
Firmware A56
A56 readers in the system should have at least firmware-t1.06.06r.vfp. Update if needed.