Method for operating an electromechanical locking device

Abstract

The invention relates to a method (1, 85) for operating an electromechanical locking device (30) at a location (201- 208). The locking device (30) comprises an electromechanical actuator (35), locking device electronics (34), and a driver (36), wherein the electromechanical actuator (35) can be actuated by the locking device electronics (34) in order to convert the driver from a non-rotatable state to a rotatable state. The method (1, 85) has the following steps, which are carried out by the locking device (30): a. detecting (82) an electronic key (20), b. initiating a function check routine (83), wherein the actuator (35) is electrically actuated in order to convert the driver (36) from the non-rotatable state to the rotatable state, said locking device (20) being in a default state in steps a. and b., and c. subsequently receiving (124) configuration data, said configuration data comprising at least one piece of access authorization information, whereby the locking device (30) is converted from the default state to a configured state.

Description

[0001] Title: Procedure for commissioning an electro-mechanical locking device

[0002] Description

[0003] The invention relates to a method for commissioning an electromechanical locking device at a location. Furthermore, the invention provides a system for commissioning the locking device at a location, with which the method can be implemented.

[0004] EP1914368 A2, a prior art document, discloses that a locking device controls an electromechanical actuator via locking device electronics. This actuator serves to convert a rotor into a rotatable state.

[0005] From other prior art, for example, EP 1 899 924 B1, keys are known that can be inserted into electromechanical locking devices and exchange data with the locking device. If the data exchange results in authorization, the key can be turned in the locking device.

[0006] First, however, the electromechanical device must be commissioned. Typically, the locking device is first assigned the appropriate authorization during commissioning. The locking device is then brought to the installation location and inserted into a door lock.

[0007] The object of the present invention is to provide a method for commissioning an electromechanical locking device at a location that can be implemented as efficiently as possible. Furthermore, the object of the present invention is to provide a corresponding system for implementing the method.

[0008] The problem is solved by the features of the independent claims. The dependent claims relate to preferred embodiments of the invention. Features and details described in connection with the method according to the invention also apply in connection with the system according to the invention, and vice versa. In particular, a method that can be carried out with a system according to claim 16 and / or a system with which a method according to one of claims 1 to 15 can be carried out is protected.

[0009] The invention discloses a method for activating an electromechanical locking device at a location. The electromechanical locking device is preferably a locking cylinder, in particular a double or half cylinder, a furniture cylinder, a padlock, or a similar device. The electromechanical locking device designed as a locking cylinder can be inserted into a lock (e.g., a mortise lock) on a door as a possible locking element. The padlock can be arranged, for example, on a door. The locking device can be arranged on or in various locking elements, e.g., on or in doors, gates, drawers, or barriers.

[0010] The "location" makes it possible to identify, particularly uniquely, the location of the locking device. Preferably, according to the method described below, several electromechanical locking devices are activated, and the location is so specific that it applies only to one of the activated locking devices and not to several. The multiple locking devices can be designed differently, for example, some as double cylinders, some as padlocks, or as double cylinders with different lengths.

[0011] The location can, for example, be a building and / or a cabinet, such as a switchboard, and / or a specific room within a building and / or a specific door. Furthermore, the location can also be outside a building, for example, when using the locking device on a door or gate, a fence, or a wall. Examples of a location are "Hotel Room 308," "Office 416," "Switchboard Luisenstraße," "Basement Building No. 1," and "front door of Amalienstraße 13."

[0012] The locking device comprises locking device electronics. The locking device electronics preferably comprises a processor, for example a microprocessor, and / or an electronic data memory.

[0013] The locking device comprises an electromechanical actuator and a driver. The electromechanical actuator is controlled by the locking device's electronics to convert the driver from a non-rotatable to a rotatable state.

[0014] The actuator can be designed, for example, as a solenoid or an electric motor. The driver is preferably rotationally asymmetrical and, in the rotatable state, enables unlocking or locking of a locking element, in particular a door, upon rotation.

[0015] If the locking device is designed as a locking cylinder, for example, and is inserted into a corresponding lock, the driver can move the latch or bolt in the lock. For example, the driver can correspond to the locking lug of a locking cylinder. In another example, the driver can include recesses into which locking elements can slide to unlock the shackle of a padlock.

[0016] The electromechanical actuator, in turn, enables the driver to be transferred to the rotatable state when appropriately controlled by the locking device electronics. This can be done by unlocking or coupling. In particular, the locking device can comprise a housing in which a rotor is rotatably mounted, at least indirectly. The previously locked rotor can be unlocked by means of the actuator, so that the rotor and the driver connected to the rotor can rotate. Additionally or alternatively, the rotor can be coupled to the driver by means of the actuator, allowing the driver to rotate with the rotor. The uncoupled and / or locked state of the driver is referred to as the non-rotatable state. The coupled and / or unlocked state of the driver is referred to as the rotatable state.

[0017] During operation of the locking device, this occurs in particular depending on whether an access authorization check in the system could be successfully completed, e.g., whether the access authorization information stored in the locking device matches the corresponding access authorization information of the inserted key.

[0018] Preferably, a unique electronic identifier is assigned to the locking device, and this identifier is stored in the locking device, preferably in the locking device electronics, in particular on a microchip. The identifier is, for example, a character string stored in the locking device.

[0019] Additionally or alternatively, the key may comprise a unique, electronic key identifier. This is stored in the key's electronics. The method comprises at least the following steps. These steps are carried out by the locking device: a. Detecting an electronic key, b. Triggering a function test routine, wherein the actuator is electrically controlled to transfer the driver from the non-rotatable to the rotatable state, wherein the locking device is in a factory state during steps a. and b., c. Subsequently receiving configuration data, wherein the configuration data comprises at least one piece of access authorization information, whereby the locking device is transferred from the factory state to a configured state.

[0020] Step a. can preferably be performed by the locking device electronics. Detection can occur when the locking device receives electrical energy from the key. Additionally or alternatively, the locking device electronics can receive electronic data from the key.

[0021] Step b. can preferably be carried out by the locking device electronics.

[0022] Following step b, it is specifically intended that the driver be turned using the key. This is performed manually, in particular, by an installer. This ensures that the locking device can be operated correctly electromechanically.

[0023] According to the invention, the locking device is in a factory state during steps a. and b. In the factory state, at least some configuration data, preferably all configuration data, is missing that are provided during operation to prevent access by unauthorized persons. Thus, by transitioning from the factory state to the configured state, electronic configuration data is stored in the locking device, preventing access by unauthorized persons.

[0024] In this case, access is prevented, for example, when the locking device receives an opening command from the key but cannot decrypt this opening command. For example, the key has previously verified the access authorization, e.g., using the identifier. Access is prevented, for example, additionally or alternatively, when the locking device checks the access authorization against a list of blocked authorizations, the so-called blacklist, e.g., using the key identifier.

[0025] The access authorization information received in step c. is therefore information that limits the activation of the actuator to transfer the driver from the non-rotatable to the rotatable state. This reduces the number of keys required to activate the actuator to transfer the driver from the non-rotatable to the rotatable state.

[0026] Thus, the invention provides that an installer can first check the electromechanical function of the locking device through steps a. and b., before the configuration data makes it difficult or impossible for the installer to check the electromechanical function of the locking device according to step c. Because the installer initially has the locking device in its factory state, it is easy to check the electromechanical function of the locking device. This means that the installer does not need to have different keys with different access authorizations ready in order to successively check different locking devices for their electromechanical function. Instead, one key is sufficient. This increases the efficiency of the commissioning process.If a locking device is not sufficiently functional electro-mechanically, it can be replaced without having to transfer access authorization information from the non-functional locking device to the functional locking device.

[0027] Preferably, the access authorization information is received by the locking device for the first time in step c. This is therefore not an update of the access authorization information.

[0028] Preferably, the configuration data is stored in the data store.

[0029] It may be that the configuration data corresponds to the access authorization information.

[0030] It is preferably provided that the locking device can be turned with any key in the factory state. In particular, it is provided that the arbitrary key comprises no access authorization or a very generally valid access authorization or very generally valid access authorization information that is accepted by the locking device. An arbitrary key is understood to be a key that is compatible with a large number of locking devices that have the same mechanical internal structure. The keys can therefore be structurally compatible with the locking element. For example, these keys can be geometrically insertable and removable from the locking channel, have suitable electrical contacts for electrically contacting the corresponding contacts of the locking device, or the like. Because the driver is...preferably rotatable by any key, it is possible to first effectively check the electromechanical functioning of the locking device.

[0031] The design according to the invention enables the installer in particular to take locking devices in their factory state to different locations and / or to install them without having to pay attention to access authorization information.

[0032] The locking device is preferably installed on site in its factory state. This means that the mechanical installation of the locking device can take place first, before step c. is carried out. Installation thus takes place before access for the installer is restricted or prevented by the configuration data. Step b. is particularly preferably carried out at least partially after the locking device has been installed in or on a locking element, in particular a door. This allows the installer to not only test the locking device electromechanically, but also to determine whether the locking element can be properly unlocked in the installed state of the driver, e.g. whether the door can be unlocked with the lock with low friction by rotating the driver.

[0033] Additionally or alternatively, step b. is carried out at least partially to install the locking device on a closure element. In particular, it can be provided that the driver, in particular the locking lug, is rotated into a position in which the locking device can be inserted into the closure element. Alternatively, the shackle of a padlock is unlocked to attach the padlock to the closure element. This allows a necessary assembly step to be used simultaneously to test the electromechanical functionality of the locking device.

[0034] It is also conceivable to carry out step b before and after assembly.

[0035] Preferably, in step b., the functional check routine is triggered independently of a locking system assignment of the locking device.

[0036] In its configured state, the locking device is assigned to a locking system. Within the locking system, there are several locking devices, which are activated in particular according to the method described here. Furthermore, the locking system provides a specific access authorization concept. For example, several authorized users can be assigned to the locking system, with each authorized user being assigned one or more of the locking devices as authorized access users.

[0037] Those authorized to access the building can be divided into authorization groups. For example, the locking system may apply to an apartment building. One authorization group may be intended for the caretaker, who is authorized to lock all locking devices, except for those on individual apartments. Another authorization group may be intended for the apartment owners, who are authorized, for example, to lock the locking devices on the building's entrance door and their own apartment.

[0038] It is preferably provided that the locking system comprises a plurality of locking devices which are assigned to, in particular belong to, an owner, e.g. a housing association.

[0039] Preferably, a locking system is additionally or alternatively characterized in that the locking system comprises at least one list of blocked locking authorizations, referred to as a blacklist. The blocked locking authorizations can relate to one or more locking devices of the locking system. The at least one blacklist is preferably limited to a single locking system. In other words, different locking systems are distinguished by their own blacklists.

[0040] The locking system can additionally or alternatively be characterized by the fact that the locking system contains its own encryption information, e.g., its own encryption key and / or its own encryption algorithm. The encryption information can also be referred to as cryptographic information and / or the encryption key as a cryptographic key. Thus, different locking systems are primarily differentiated by the encryption information.

[0041] Because step b. is performed independently of a locking system assignment, an installer can test locking devices of different locking systems for their electromechanical functionality one after the other using a single key. In particular, the installer can install locking devices of different locking systems one after the other at different locations using a single key, whereby the installer must, in particular, rotate the driver for installation.

[0042] Preferably, in step b., the functional verification routine is triggered independently of the location area assignment of the locking device. A location area—for example, a part of a building with multiple doors—thus preferably refers to multiple locking devices, wherein the locking devices are arranged in the location area. The locking devices of a location area are preferably part of a single locking system. The locking system can comprise locking devices of multiple location areas. For example, the locking system comprises the locking devices of a building, and the location areas each comprise one floor of the building. The location area preferably comprises multiple locations where locking devices are installed.

[0043] Because step b. is performed independently of a location area assignment, an installer can test locking devices in different locations for their electromechanical functionality using a single key. In particular, the installer can install locking devices in different locations one after the other using a single key. The installer must, in particular, rotate the driver for installation.

[0044] Preferably, in step b., the function test routine is triggered independently of the location assignment of the locking device. Preferably, exactly one locking device is assigned to a location. Because step b. is performed independently of the location assignment, an installer can test several locking devices for their electromechanical functionality one after the other using only one key. In particular, the installer can install locking devices one after the other at different locations using only one key, whereby the installer must, in particular, rotate the driver for installation.

[0045] The key preferably comprises a key shaft. The key shaft can be inserted into the locking device, preferably into a locking channel of the locking device. The key and key shaft are preferably designed such that a torque can be transmitted to the locking device via the key shaft. The mechanical movement of the locking device is thus preferably carried out by the key.

[0046] It is preferably provided that the key, in particular via the key shaft, establishes an electrical connection to the locking device. The connection can be wireless or wired. The key and the locking device comprise corresponding transmission devices for this purpose. "Wired" (also referred to as non-wireless) means that the connection is established via at least one conductor in the key that can be brought into electrically conductive contact with the locking device electronics. The key and the locking device can comprise corresponding electrical contacts as transmission devices for this purpose.

[0047] The connection can be used to transmit data, in particular the identifier. The electrical connection makes it possible to exchange data, particularly non-wirelessly, between the key and the locking device. Alternatively or additionally, the transmission devices make it possible to transfer electrical energy (also referred to as current) from the key to the locking device.

[0048] The functional verification routine in step b is preferably triggered using a key that structurally matches the locking device. For example, the key that structurally matches the locking device can be geometrically inserted and removed from the locking channel. Additionally or alternatively, the key that structurally matches the locking device has a transmission device that matches the transmission device of the locking device.

[0049] In particular, it is intended that the same key can unlock all structurally compatible electro-mechanical locking devices of a manufacturer in their factory state, using a general encryption key or without an encryption key.

[0050] In particular, the key used in step a. is configured to convert drivers of locking devices that are in the configured state into the rotatable state using an access authorization. This means that the same key can be used by the installer to test locking devices in their factory state for electromechanical functionality and / or to attach them in or to a locking element in their factory state, and to gain access to a locked room with locking devices that are in operation. This depends, in particular, exclusively, on the electronic data of the key.

[0051] For example, the same key can contain access authorizations for locking devices that are in a configured state. For example, the installer also works as a caretaker. In this role, the installer can install the locking devices in their factory state and, once the work is complete, use the same key to operate the already configured locking device in the caretaker's apartment. Additionally or alternatively, after step c., as part of the commissioning process, at least one access authorization can be stored on the key to verify authorized access.

[0052] In the configured state of the locking device, the locking device electronics may only control the actuator to move the driver into the rotatable state if the access authorization has previously been verified. The access authorization check takes place in the system, in particular in the key and / or in the locking device. The access authorization can be determined in particular using the electronic identifier of the key and / or the key identifier. As part of the access authorization check, for example, the key can send the key identifier to the locking device and / or the locking device can send the identifier to the key.

[0053] For example, it may be provided that the electronic key determines access authorization based on the electronic identifier of the locking device and sends an opening command to the locking device. Additionally or alternatively, the key may select access authorization information based on the electronic identifier and send the selected access authorization information to the locking device for verification. Additionally or alternatively, the locking device may check the access authorization of the key identifier, in particular based on a whitelist and / or a blacklist. Furthermore, the location, for example, in the key, can be checked. Furthermore, it may be provided that either the key and / or the locking device check a time-based access condition.

[0054] In particular, it is provided that step b. takes place without an access authorization that depends on the electronic identifier of the locking device having been checked beforehand. Additionally or alternatively, it is provided that step b. takes place without an access authorization that depends on the key identifier of the locking device having been checked beforehand. Additionally or alternatively, it is provided that step b. takes place without an access authorization that depends on the location having been checked beforehand. It is therefore preferably provided that the usual access authorization check that takes place in the configured state of the locking device does not take place in the factory state. Preferably, step b. takes place without an access authorization that depends on an electronic identifier (ID) of the locking device or the electronic key identifier having been checked beforehand.Particularly preferably, step b. takes place without prior verification of access authorization, which depends on an electronic identifier (ID) of the locking device, the electronic key identifier, or the location. Because the control of the actuator to transfer the driver to the rotatable state preferably does not depend on the identifier, the key identifier, or the location in the factory state, this prevents access authorization that depends on the key, the locking device, and the location from being verified.

[0055] The specifications mentioned in step b. preferably characterize the factory state of the locking device. Thus, in the factory state, the locking device can preferably trigger the functional verification routine independently of a locking system assignment, a location area assignment, and / or a location assignment. Additionally or alternatively, in the factory state, the locking device can trigger the functional verification routine independently of an access authorization check, which depends on the identifier, the key identifier, and / or the location.

[0056] Preferably, in step b, the locking device is supplied with power to energize the actuator from an electrical energy storage device of the key, wherein the key comprises the key shaft for insertion into the locking device and for transmitting electrical energy to the locking device. Preferably, for the key to be detected in step a, the key shaft must be inserted into the locking device. This makes it possible, in particular, for the corresponding transmission devices to be connected.

[0057] Preferably, the access authorization information in step c. comprises location-specific access authorization information. Thus, access authorization information is received that is specific to the location. The location-specific authorization information relates to a specific location and thus preferably to exactly one locking device. In the factory state, however, the locking device is preferably free of location-specific access authorization information. Preferably, steps a. and b. are carried out without the locking device having been previously electronically assigned to a location. Additionally or alternatively, the access authorization information in step c. comprises location-specific access authorization information. Thus, access authorization information is received that is specific to the location, in particular valid for the entire location.The location-specific authorization information refers to a specific location—for example, a building section with multiple doors—and thus preferably to multiple locking devices. In the factory default state, however, the locking device is preferably free of location-specific access authorization information. Steps a. and b. are preferably performed without the locking device having previously been electronically assigned to a location.

[0058] Additionally or alternatively, it is provided that the access authorization information in step c. comprises locking system-specific access authorization information. Thus, access authorization information is received that is specific to the locking system, in particular, is valid for the entire locking system. The locking system-specific access authorization information relates to a locking system as previously defined. The locking device-specific access authorization information relates to multiple locking devices. In the factory state, however, the locking device is preferably free of locking system-specific access authorization information. Preferably, steps a. and b. are carried out without the locking device being electronically assigned to a locking system.

[0059] The access authorization information may include at least a blacklist, encryption information, in particular an encryption key, and / or locking device operating data.

[0060] The blacklist comprises a list of blocked access authorizations, in particular blocked key identifiers. The encryption information, in particular the encryption key, serves to electronically decrypt electronic data received by the locking device. The encryption information can thus also be referred to as cryptographic information and / or the encryption key as a cryptographic key. The locking device operating data comprises data about the operation of the locking device, e.g., a period of time during which the actuator is energized to transfer the driver into the rotatable state and / or data regarding an acoustic and / or visual indication of a locking device state.In particular, in the case of an electro-mechanical coupling between the rotor and the driver, the locking device operating data can include a time period until the actuator is activated to return to the non-rotatable state.

[0061] Thus, it is preferably provided that the access authorization information contains a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific blacklist. For example, the blacklist comprises blocked authorizations that are blocked for the entire locking system and blocked authorizations that are blocked only for the location. Thus, the blacklist can be designed to be locking system-specific and location-specific. Preferably, the blocking device in steps a. and b. is designed free of a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific blacklist. Preferably, the blocking device is designed free of a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific blacklist in the factory state.

[0062] Additionally or alternatively, it is preferably provided that the access authorization information contains location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific encryption information, in particular a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific encryption key. Preferably, the locking device in steps a. and b. is free of location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific encryption information, in particular

[0063] Encryption key. Preferably, the locking device in the factory state is free of location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific encryption information, in particular

[0064] Encryption key, trained.

[0065] The encryption information can be composed of different pieces of information. For example, the encryption information includes information specific to the entire locking system and information specific only to the location. Thus, the encryption information can be location- and locking-system-specific. Because exactly one locking device is assigned to a location, location-specific encryption information also includes encryption information specific to the identifier.

[0066] Additionally or alternatively, it is preferably provided that the configuration data contains location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific locking device operating data. Preferably, the locking device in steps a. and b. is designed free of location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific locking device operating data.

[0067] Preferably, a location-specific user input for defining the location is provided by receiving the user input by a device, in particular a mobile device, before step c. Thus, the method according to the invention can also involve method steps that are not performed by the blocking device. Rather, the method step of receiving the user input is performed by the device.

[0068] Preferably, the location-specific user input is received after steps a and b. The locking device is in its factory default state during reception.

[0069] The device is preferably a mobile device, in particular a smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Alternatively, the device can also be a terminal that is mounted in or on the building, for example, on the wall, and is used for room and / or building control. Preferably, the device can establish a connection to the internet and / or a telecommunications network. Preferably, the device can communicate with a computing unit via the internet or the telecommunications network.

[0070] The computing unit can be located anywhere. In particular, it is intended that the device communicates with the computing unit wirelessly, in particular via the Internet or a telecommunications network. The computing unit can be a server, for example. The server can also be provided virtually, in particular as a cloud service. In particular, a corresponding database is stored in the computing unit.

[0071] The device preferably has input means; for example, a keyboard and / or a touchscreen. The input means serve, in particular, to enable the user, in particular the installer, to enter the location into the device. Further preferably, the device has output means; for example, a screen, in particular a touchscreen, and / or a loudspeaker. The device preferably comprises electronics. The electronics serve, in particular, to process the user input and / or output a message on the output means.

[0072] As described, the device "receives" the location-specific user input, which also includes the possibility that the user input can be made via an external input device, for example a keyboard wirelessly connected to the device. However, it is particularly preferred that the location-specific user input is made on the device, i.e. the input means is located directly on the device, for example the touchscreen or the keyboard of the device. In particular, the installer makes the input manually on the input means, in particular on the screen. In one example, the location-specific user input is thus made by an input from the user, in particular the installer, on the touchscreen of the smartphone or tablet.

[0073] A location-specific user input refers, in particular, to a user input of a location or a selection of a location, resulting in the information about the location, hereinafter referred to as location information, being available in the device. Examples of a user input of a location are "Hotel Room 308," "Office 416," "Switch Cabinet Luisenstraße," "Basement Building No. 1," "Front Door Amalienstraße 13," or an input on a two- or three-dimensional location map.

[0074] This user input is particularly preferably performed while the user, in particular the installer, is on-site, i.e., at the location defined here. In particular, it is intended that this reception of the location-specific user input on the device only occurs when the installer is on-site together with the locking device to be installed. The installer does not have to stand directly in front of the locking element into which the locking device is installed; this is especially true if the location is in an explosion-protected area or if no mobile phone reception is available at the location.

[0075] The key may be configured for wireless communication with the device. Wireless communication with the device occurs, in particular, via active, wireless transmission of the key. In particular, short-range communication, for example, via Bluetooth or ultrawideband (UWB), is used. The key preferably comprises electronics. The electronics can be used to carry out the communication.

[0076] It is preferably provided that after communication has been established between the key and the device, the key identifier is sent from the key to the device. The device preferably sends the key identifier on to the computing unit. In this way, the computing unit can, for example, check which usage rights the key has and / or are to be assigned to the key. Furthermore, the device can thus send further data specifically to this one key only. The method step of defining the location at which the locking device is to be installed by a user input on the device serves to prepare for step c. Using the location information at which the locking device is to be installed, it is possible for the locking device to receive location-specific access authorization information. If the location is already assigned to a location area and / or a locking system, e.g.in the processing unit and / or the device, the location information can enable the receipt of location- and / or locking area-specific access authorization information in step c. This makes it easy for the installer to select any locking device in its factory state on-site during the commissioning process and then transfer it to the configured state.

[0077] In addition or alternatively to determining the location, a locking system can be selected by receiving a locking system user input by the device, in particular a mobile device, before step c. This allows the user, in particular the installer, to select a corresponding locking system, in particular before the location-specific user input. The locking system is preferably selected manually. The user input is made, in particular, via the input device. In particular, the installer can select the locking system by a manual input on the input device. For example, the user, in particular the installer, enters the locking system on the touchscreen. In particular, by defining the locking system via a user input on the device, locking system-specific access authorization information can be received by the locking device in step c.

[0078] Preferably, the locking system-specific user input is received after steps a and b. The locking device is in its factory default state during the input.

[0079] Preferably, the location-specific user input and / or locking system user input is / are performed by selecting from selection lists and / or overview maps displayed on a device screen. Alternatively or additionally, it can be provided that the location information is newly created during the location-specific user input.

[0080] In particular, the following is provided for location-specific user input for defining the location, i.e., entering location information: Location-specific user input can be performed by selecting a location from a selection list. The selection list is preferably displayed on the device screen. This selection list is sent to the device, in particular, from a processing unit. The device receives the selection list from the processing unit. The user, in particular the installer, can select the appropriate location on the device, particularly while on-site to perform commissioning.

[0081] Additionally or alternatively, it is intended that the location-specific user input is preferably performed or supplemented by free text input. This free text input is primarily performed on the device. This allows new location information to be created.

[0082] In addition, the location-specific user input can also be made or completed by selecting an item on a location overview map. This location overview map is preferably sent from the processing unit to the device, or the device receives the location overview map from the processing unit.

[0083] In particular, the selection is made on the site map on the device. The site map can, for example, be a room map that graphically represents the position of rooms within a building, so that, for example, clicking on a specific room or door selects the location, thereby enabling location-specific user input. In a very similar way, the site map can be a building map on which the installer selects a specific building in which the locking device will be installed. Furthermore, the site map can also represent the various locations on a map, for example, locations in the form of buildings or control cabinets that are widely dispersed.

[0084] It is conceivable for the user, in particular the installer, to create new location information. This means that the installer generates location information through user input before this generated location information has been stored in the processing unit. This allows a location to be considered as the installation location of the locking device that is not stored as such in the processing unit. The user thus creates location information. This is particularly conceivable through free text input or through selection on the location overview plan. The individual location-specific user input can also be made through a combination of several different or identical methods described above. For example, a location can first be selected from the selection list and supplemented by text input.In a similar way, for example, a building can first be selected in the site overview plan and then the specific location can be defined in a more detailed site overview plan or via free text input or via the selection list.

[0085] Preferably, the locking system is selected from a predefined selection list. Preferably, the user, especially the on-site installer, cannot create a new locking system. Preferably, the locking system selection is taken into account during location-specific user input. For this purpose, the device can electronically store possible locations associated with at least one locking system.

[0086] The location-specific user input for defining the location is preferably first performed by selecting the locking system and then selecting the location in the locking system. In particular, a selection list of locations is provided for this purpose, which only shows locations of the selected locking system. Additionally or alternatively, free text input of the location can be made after the locking system selection. In particular, it is also possible to create new location information within a locking system. Furthermore, it is possible that, after the locking system selection, the location is subsequently selected using a location overview map of the locking system. This location overview map has already been described above. Preferably, it can be provided that only locations of the respective locking system are displayed on the location overview map.

[0087] In preparation for step c, the computing unit and / or device can, for example, use the location information to determine the location area in which the location where the locking device is to be installed is located, within the location area on the location map. Alternatively, as already mentioned, possible locations are assigned to location areas in the computing unit and / or device prior to user input.

[0088] Once the location-specific user input has been received by the device, the identifier (ID) is preferably assigned to the defined location to create an ID-location assignment. The ID-location assignment can, for example, be a data set in which the corresponding location is recorded for the ID. However, it is also regarded as an “ID-location assignment” if, for example, the ID and the location are stored in different tables and only the link between ID and location is saved. It is particularly preferably provided that the assignment is carried out for the first time, which means that the specific identifier of the locking device is assigned to a location for the first time. Alternatively, the assignment can take place after an existing ID-location assignment has been deleted; however, an assignment is preferably not possible as long as an assignment exists for the current ID.

[0089] After the locking system has been selected, the selected locking system is preferably assigned to the identifier of the locking device to form an ID-locking system assignment.

[0090] The ID-location assignment and / or the ID-locking system assignment preferably takes place within the device. For this purpose, the locking device can send the identifier to the device, particularly via the key.

[0091] Particularly preferably, the key is inserted with its key shaft into the locking device, while the locking device transmits the identifier to the key. The insertion of the key into the locking device can be a prerequisite for the locking device to transmit the identifier to the key. The insertion of the key into the locking device can be a prerequisite for the key to receive the identifier from the locking device.

[0092] The key may be inserted with the key shaft in the locking device while the key transmits the identifier to the device. The key being inserted in the locking device may be a prerequisite for the key to transmit the identifier to the device. The key being inserted in the locking device may be a prerequisite for the device to receive the identifier from the key.

[0093] The following method step is preferably provided: electronic transmission of the identifier (ID) by the locking device to the computing unit before step c, in particular via the key and / or the device. In this case, the identifier of the locking device is preferably sent indirectly by the locking device to the device. In particular, it is provided that the locking device first sends the identifier to the key, in particular non-wirelessly. The key then forwards the identifier of the locking device to the device, in particular wirelessly via short-range communication. The transmission of the identifier serves to build up or supplement the database in the computing unit. The transmission of the identifier preferably takes place after the ID-location assignment and / or the ID-locking system assignment have been formed. It is preferably provided that, in particular before step c.The device sends the location information obtained via the location-specific user input and / or the locking system information obtained via the locking system user input to the processing unit. Preferably, the location information and / or locking system information are sent after the ID-location assignment and / or the ID-locking system assignment have been established.

[0094] It can be provided that the device receives access authorization information from the computing unit, in particular location-specific, location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific. The access authorization information received by the device can be identical to or different from the access authorization information in step c. For example, the access authorization information received by the computing unit is modified in the device and / or key. The receipt of the access authorization information by the device serves to prepare for step c. This method step is carried out by the device. This method step takes place in particular after the method step of sending the location-specific and / or locking system-specific user input. In particular, based on the location information and / or locking system information, the computing unit can send the appropriate access authorization information to the device.

[0095] Preferably, the access authorization information, in particular location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific, is sent from the key to the locking device. Thus, the commissioning method can also include a step performed by the key. This is the access authorization information received by the locking device in step c.

[0096] To send the access authorization information, the key comprises the key shaft, wherein the key with the key shaft is inserted into the locking device in order to send the access authorization information, in particular location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific, to the locking device.

[0097] It can be provided that the key has previously received access authorization information from the device, in particular location-specific, location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific. Particularly preferably, the access authorization information is sent from the computing unit to the device, and from the device to the key. Step c. then takes place, i.e., the access authorization information is sent from the key to the locking device or received by the locking device. Between the receipt of access authorization information by the key and the sending of the access authorization information to the locking device, it can be provided that the key modifies the access authorization information, in particular the encryption information.

[0098] It is preferably provided that in step c. the access authorization information, in particular location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific, is sent from the key to the locking device.

[0099] It can be provided that the key in step a. is a first key. The key for sending the access authorization information for step c. can be a second key. Thus, at least two keys are used. This makes it possible for a first installer to only test the electro-mechanical functionality and thus have steps a. and b. carried out by the locking device. To do this, the first installer inserts the first key into the locking device. Furthermore, the first installer can be provided to mount the locking device on or in the locking element. As already described, the first installer can also carry out steps a. and b. for this purpose. It is preferably not necessary for the first installer to make any user input into the device.

[0100] A second installer can be provided to have step c. performed by the locking device. To do so, the installer preferably inserts the second key into the locking device. The second installer is particularly provided to make user input into the device, particularly to define the location and / or the locking system. This allows the method to be further optimized, since the first and second installers each perform different, specific subtasks.

[0101] The first key and the second key can be mechanically identical. Preferably, the first and the second key have different authorizations. Thus, for example, the first installer may not be authorized at all to have the locking device carry out step c. and / or to carry out preparatory steps for carrying out step c. In particular, the first installer has no authorization to make a user input into the device to define the location and / or the locking system. After step c., i.e. in the configured state, the actuator is preferably only controlled to transfer the driver into the rotatable state if the location-, location-area- and / or locking system-specific access authorization has been checked beforehand.

[0102] Preferably, after step c, the method comprises the following further step, which is carried out by the locking device and / or the key: d. denying access authorization for the key that sent the access authorization information to the locking device in order to check the function of the locking device in the configured state.

[0103] The key is preferably the second key. By subsequently denying access authorization, the installer, in particular the second installer, can verify whether the access authorization information was received by the locking device in step c. and is now also being used to deny access authorization. This is preferably the same key that sent the access authorization information. Thus, the installer, in particular the second installer, can verify successful commissioning using the same key that was previously used in step c.

[0104] In this case, it may be the case that the key itself performs the verification; access authorization may, for example, not depend on the key, in particular on the key identifier, but on the authorizations stored on the key, which can be verified, for example, using the identifier.

[0105] Preferably, after the locking device has received the access authorization information, the key that sent the access authorization information to the locking device—in particular, the aforementioned second key—is granted access authorization, so that the granting of access authorization can be verified. This is preferably a one-time access authorization for the key, in particular the second key. Granting access authorization involves controlling the actuator to move the driver into the rotatable state.

[0106] The denial of access authorization and / or the granting of access authorization can be a routine that is automatically carried out by the system according to step c. as part of the commissioning process. Before step c., in particular after step a., the method can comprise the following step: wireless transmission from the device to the key of a configuration message that a locking device is to be configured. This configuration message contains the information or is to be evaluated by the key to indicate that a locking device is to be configured. Based on this configuration message, it is preferably provided that the key accordingly controls the locking device electronics so that it sends its identifier to the key and / or that the locking device electronics carries out step c.In particular, this may result in the refusal of access authorization and / or the granting of access authorization.

[0107] The locking device used in the method preferably comprises a housing and an insert. The insert comprises a stator and the rotor. The stator is preferably attached to the housing in a form-fitting and / or force-fitting manner. The rotor is rotatably mounted in the stator. Because the stator and the housing are formed in two parts, the stator can be inserted into various housings. This also allows the housing to be replaced on-site if it proves to be unsuitable for installation or malfunctions. This increases the effectiveness of commissioning.

[0108] The insert preferably includes the locking device electronics and the actuator.

[0109] The actuator can be used to unlock the previously locked rotor, allowing the rotor and the driver connected to it to rotate. Additionally or alternatively, the actuator can be used to couple the rotor to the driver.

[0110] Preferably, the locking device is free of mechanical coding. This means that the rotation of the driver depends solely on the user's electronic access authorization. Thus, many locking devices comprise the same internal structure, such as a key channel, key withdrawal lock, electrical contacts, coupling element for the driver, or the like. Accordingly, the key can be designed without mechanical coding.

[0111] The invention further comprises a system for commissioning a locking device at a location, in particular the locking device described above. The advantageous embodiments and subclaims described in the context of the method find correspondingly advantageous application in the context of the system. The system comprises the electromechanical locking device with the locking device electronics, the actuator and the driver. The locking device is designed in particular as described above. Furthermore, the locking device is designed to carry out method steps, in particular steps a., b. and c., according to the method described above. In particular, the method steps described in connection with the locking device are carried out in the locking device.

[0112] The system also includes the key, in particular the described key. The key is designed, in particular, to carry out the method steps according to the method described above, which are described in connection with the key.

[0113] The system preferably comprises a computer program product for execution, in particular also storage, on a device, in particular the device described above. The computer program product is designed to carry out method steps of the described method on the device. In particular, the method steps described above in connection with the device are thereby executed on the device.

[0114] The system may include the device and / or the computing unit.

[0115] The invention will now be described in more detail using exemplary embodiments. In the following:

[0116] Fig. 1 shows a system according to the invention for carrying out the method according to the invention according to all embodiments,

[0117] Fig. 2 shows an application of the locking device of the system according to the invention from Fig. 1,

[0118] Fig. 3 is an exploded view of the insert from Fig. 2,

[0119] Fig. 4 Process steps of the process according to the invention according to all embodiments, Fig. 5 further process steps of the process according to the invention according to a first embodiment,

[0120] Fig. 6 is a schematic representation of locations of a locking system used in the method according to the invention according to all embodiments, and

[0121] Fig. 7 further method steps of the method according to the invention according to a second embodiment.

[0122] In the following, the structure of a system 2 for carrying out a method 1 is first described purely schematically with reference to Figs. 1 to 3. Method 1 is then explained in more detail with reference to the schematic representation in Figs. 4 to 7.

[0123] Fig. 1 shows a purely schematic view of system 2. This comprises an electromechanical locking device 30, here designed as a locking cylinder. The locking device 30 is inserted into a locking element 210 at a specific location 201-208 (see Fig. 6). Various locking cylinders can be arranged at locations 201-208 (see Fig. 6) as part of a locking system 200. Fig. 6 shows a location overview plan of the locking system 200 with different locations 201-208, designed as different rooms. Each location 201-208 can be locked by a locking element 210, i.e., a door with a lock. Corresponding locking devices 30 are inserted into the locking elements 210.The locations can be divided into different local areas: For example, locations 201 and 205 are public spaces to which every user should have access and which form a first local area, while locations 202-204, 206-208 should only be granted access to individual users. Locations 202-204, 206-208 form a second local area.

[0124] Furthermore, Fig. 1 illustrates that the system 2 comprises a key 20 and a device 10. Furthermore, a computing unit 60 can also be assigned to the system 2. The computing unit 60 is, in particular, a server, for example, a virtual server in a cloud.

[0125] The device 10 is, in particular, a mobile device, as explained in the general part of the description. The computing unit 60 and the mobile device 10 are configured for data communication, in particular wireless data communication. The mobile device can communicate with the computing unit 60 via the internet and / or a telecommunications network. Furthermore, the mobile device 10 can communicate with the key 20 via a short-range wireless connection, for example, BLE or UWB.

[0126] The key 20 has a key shaft 21 for insertion into the locking device 30. Furthermore, the key 20 has a button 22 for activating a communication connection between the key 20 and the device 10. By means of an illumination device 23 on the key 20, corresponding signals indicating the communication connection can be output. In addition, the illumination device 23 can indicate when a method step has been performed or failed. Electrical contacts are formed on the key shaft 21 as a transmission device 24 for transmitting data and electrical energy to the locking device 30 and for receiving data from the locking device 30. The locking device comprises a corresponding transmission device 37. The key 20 comprises an energy storage device for supplying itself and the locking device 30 with electrical energy.

[0127] Fig. 1 further illustrates that the locking device 30 has a housing 31. A stator 32, into which a rotor 33 is inserted, is located on the housing 31. The key shaft 21 of the key 20 can be inserted into this rotor 33. During operation, i.e., when the locking device 30 is configured, the rotor 33 can only be rotated by turning the key 20 if access authorization is present. If access authorization is not present, however, the rotor 33 remains locked. The access authorization is checked by the key 20 and the locking device 30.

[0128] By rotating the rotor 33, i.e., when access authorization is present, a driver 36 shown, which in the present example is designed as a locking lug, can be rotated. The driver 36 is connected to the rotor 33 in a rotationally fixed manner, at least when the key 20 is inserted.

[0129] Furthermore, locking device electronics 34 are provided. These control an actuator 35 of locking device 30 in the configured state when access authorization is present. By appropriately controlling the actuator 35, the locking device 30 can permit the rotation of the rotor 33. If the rotation of the rotor 33 is permitted, the driver 36 is in a rotatable state. If the rotation of the rotor 33 is prevented, the driver 36 is in a non-rotatable state. To transfer the rotor 33 and thus the driver 36 from the non-rotatable to the rotatable state, the actuator 35 rotates an asymmetrical blocking element 39. By rotating the blocking element 39, an unlocking movement of a locking bar 38 can be permitted. The locking bar 38 can engage with the stator 32 to block the rotation of the rotor 33.The rotation of the blocking element 39 allows the locking bar 38 to disengage from the stator 32.

[0130] The locking device 30 includes an electronic identifier ID that is stored in the locking device electronics 34.

[0131] Key 20 is designed without mechanical coding. Thus, whether the user is authorized or not can only be determined based on electronic access authorization information. Key 20 includes an electronic key identifier.

[0132] Fig. 4 illustrates method steps, of which method steps 80, 81, and 84 are optional. Accordingly, within the scope of method 1 for commissioning the electromechanical locking device 30 at a location 201-208, the following can be performed:

[0133] 80: Determining a suitable housing 31: A user 70 (also referred to as an installer) can first select the suitable housing 31, in particular the housing 31 of a locking cylinder.

[0134] 81 : Inserting the stator 32 and the rotor 33: The stator 32 and the rotor 33 are then mounted, in particular as a common insert, in the appropriate housing 31.

[0135] 82: Inserting the key 20: Preferably, before the locking device 30 is mounted in the closure element 210 (e.g., lock), the key 20 is inserted into the locking device 30. The locking device electronics 34 can then detect the key and thus perform step a. according to the invention.

[0136] 83: Initiating a functional test routine: The actuator 35 is controlled by the locking device electronics 34 so that it allows movement of the driver 36. This corresponds to step b according to the invention. The electrical energy is provided by the key 20 via the transmission devices. 84: Turning: Using the inserted key 20, the installer 70 can turn the driver 36 by transmitting torque from the key 20 to the rotor 33 via the key shaft 21. This allows the mechanical functioning of the locking device 30 to be checked. If necessary, the driver 36 can be turned into the required position so that the locking device 30 can be inserted into the locking element 210 and thus mounted therein.

[0137] If the locking device 30 can be inserted into the locking element 201 without rotating the driver 36, the installer 70 can first mount the locking device 30 and then check it using steps 82 and 83 (not shown).

[0138] During the execution of the method 80 to 84, the locking device 30 is in a factory state. In this factory state, any mechanically compatible key 20 can cause the locking device electronics 34 to control the actuator 35 to unlock the rotor 33. Due to the lack of mechanical coding, this applies to any key 20 whose transmission device 24 can be brought into contact with the transmission device 37 of the locking device. Optionally, a generally valid access authorization information, which is factory-installed on every key 20 of this type, can be verified by the locking device 30.

[0139] Because the actuator can be controlled on-site, particularly during or after installation of the locking device 30, using any mechanically compatible key 20, the installer 70 can very effectively install the locking devices 30 of the locking system 200. In doing so, the installer 70 only needs to ensure that the installer 70 installs the locking device 30 that is mechanically compatible with the locking element 210.

[0140] In the factory state, the locking device 30 lacks access authorization information that will be available for the locking system 200, the local area, or the installation location during operation. In other words, steps 82 and 83 are performed without the system 1 knowing the locking system affiliation of the locking device 30, the local area affiliation of the locking device 30, and the location affiliation of the locking device 30. This affiliation is only subsequently determined by the method steps shown in Figures 5 or 7. Thus, the locking devices 30 in the factory state are "bulk goods." The missing access authorization information may relate to a blacklist and / or cryptographic encryption information, in particular an encryption key.

[0141] Accordingly, the factory default setting lacks an access authorization check tailored to the locking system 200, the local area, or the location. Since access authorization checks during operation depend on the identifier ID and / or the key identifier, the factory default setting lacks an access authorization check that incorporates the identifier ID and / or the key identifier.

[0142] Optionally, the installer in process steps 82, 83, 84, and possibly also in process steps 80, 81, is a primary installer. This installer can quickly and effectively perform the mechanical installation and functional testing without using device 10.

[0143] Access authorizations may have been assigned for key 20. This means that the same key 20 can be used to unlock a locking element on other locking devices that are already configured, provided the access authorization check is successful.

[0144] Fig. 5 illustrates, according to a first exemplary embodiment, further steps of method 1 for commissioning the electromechanical locking device 30 at the location 201-208. Fig. 5 shows, purely schematically, in a left-hand column, method steps that are primarily assigned to the installer 70 or the computing unit 60. The installer 70 in Figure 5 can optionally correspond to a second installer. The second installer can use a different key 20 than the installer, whereby the keys of the two installers are mechanically identical.

[0145] The second column shows process steps that are primarily associated with device 10. The third column shows process steps that are primarily associated with key 20. The fourth column shows process steps that are primarily associated with locking device 30.

[0146] As explained in the general part of the description, many of the procedural steps are optional and do not necessarily have to be performed.

[0147] 101 : Reception to start the program: In this method step, the device 10 receives a corresponding input from the installer 70 so that the program, in particular a computer program product, is started on the device 10. This also means that a program that has already been started is called up and thus placed on the user interface of the device 10. : Reception for user authentication: In this method step, the installer 70 can be authenticated by the device 10 to determine whether they are authorized to proceed with further method steps. For this purpose, a direct input, for example a password, can be made on the device 10. However, reception also means that the device 10 records, for example, biometric data of the installer 70 in order to ensure authentication.This also makes it possible to differentiate between the first installer, who does not have the authorization for the further procedural steps, and the second installer, who does have the authorization for the further procedural steps. : Reception for device-side wireless communication: In this procedural step, it can be taken into account that wireless communication between the device 10 and the key 20 and / or between the device 10 and the computing unit 60 only takes place when the installer 70 confirms this with a corresponding input. : Reception to start the “Commissioning of locking device” program module: The program can contain a module that is explicitly called in order to subsequently commission a new locking device 30. User input is required for this.: Issuing a request to press a button on the key: In this process step, the installer 70 can be requested by means of the device 10, for example a display, to press button 22 on the key 20. : Receiving the button press on the key 20: In this process step, the corresponding electronics in the key 20 receives the information that button 22 has been pressed. : Checking the charge level: In particular, after it was received in step 106 that button 22 was pressed, the charge level of the energy storage device of the key 20 is checked in the key 20. : Charge level too low - YES / NO? The key 20 determines whether the charge level of the energy storage device is too low, i.e. below a limit value. : Abort: If the charge level is too low, the process is aborted.In particular, a corresponding message is sent to device 10, informing the installer 70 that the charge level is too low. : Sending the configuration message: However, if the charge level is not too low according to method step 108, the key 20 informs the device 10 of this, and a configuration message is sent from device 10 to key 20. The content of this configuration message is that a new locking device 30 is to be configured. : Output of information regarding key insertion: After the optional sending of the configuration message according to method step 110, a message is preferably output on device 10, informing the installer 70 that the key 20 must now be inserted into the locking device 30. For example, a corresponding output is displayed on the device 10.

[0148] The installer 70 then inserts the key 20 into the locking device 30. : Sending the ID: In particular, by inserting the key 20, the locking device electronics 34 are woken up and sends an identifier (ID) of the locking device 30 to the key 20. : Forwarding the ID: The key 20 is connected non-wirelessly to the locking device 30 and receives the identifier in this way. The key 20 then forwards the identifier to the device 10 via the wireless communication connection with the device 10. : Sending the ID to the computing unit 60: The device 10 can now forward the identifier received in method step 113 to the computing unit 60, although this is not absolutely necessary. : ID already assigned - YES / NO? Information about whether the identifier of the locking device 30 is already assigned to a location can be generated in the computing unit 60.Computing unit 60 sends this information to device 10. Based on this information, either method step 116 or 117 then occurs in device 10. : Abort: If it turns out that the identifier of locking device 30 is already assigned to a location, the process is aborted. Preferably, installer 70 is notified of this by a corresponding output on device 10. : Locking system selection: In the next step, a locking system selection can be made on device 10, in which—as explained in detail in the general part of the description—installer 70 selects a locking system 200. For this purpose, installer 70 enters a locking system user input 72 on device 10.: Receiving a location-specific user input 71 : In the next step, the installer 70 enters a location-specific user input 71 on the device 10 so that the device 10 can receive the location-specific user input 71. In particular, the location-specific user input 71 occurs directly on the device 10. The precise design of this location-specific user input 71 is explained in detail in the general part of the description and applies accordingly to the exemplary embodiment. : Assignment: In this method step, the device 10 uses the identifier of the locking device 30 forwarded according to method step 113. During the assignment, the device 10 forms an ID-location assignment; that is, a connection between the identifier and the defined location 201-208.

[0149] Furthermore, within the scope of the assignment 119, a connection can also be established between the defined locking system 200 and the defined location 201-208 by generating an ID-locking system assignment. Preferably, an ID-location-locking system assignment is generated. : Sending the assignment: In this method step, the ID-location assignment can be sent from the device 10 to the computing unit 60. Optionally, the ID-locking system assignment can also be sent to the computing unit 60, or an ID-location-locking system assignment can be sent. : Receiving the access authorization information at the device 10: In this method step, the computing unit 60 sends access authorization information, as explained in the general part of the description, to the device 20. The access authorization information is based in particular on the location assignment, in particular the ID-location assignment, and / or on the locking system assignment, in particular the ID-locking system assignment.Thus, the access authorization information is location-specific or locking system-specific. If the location was known to the computing unit 60 and assigned to a location area, or if the computing unit 60 can derive the associated location area from the location information, the access authorization information can be location-specific. The access authorization information can include a blacklist and / or encryption information, in particular an encryption key. The arrow between method steps 120 and 121 indicates the chronological order of the steps in the device 10, namely that the device 10 first sends the assignment in step 120 and then receives the access authorization information in step 121.: Sending the access authorization information to the key 20: As soon as the device 10 has received the access authorization information in method step 121, it can send it to the key 20, in particular wirelessly, according to method step 122. : Forwarding the access authorization information by the key 20: The key 20 receives the access authorization information from the device 10 and forwards it, in particular while the key 20 is inserted, to the locking device 30. In doing so, the key 20 modifies the received encryption information. : Receiving the access authorization information, in particular the first receipt of the access authorization information, at the locking device 30. This corresponds to step c. of the method according to the invention.The access authorization information forwarded by key 20 is received in locking device 30, in particular the locking device electronics 34, according to method step 124. This at least partially defines in locking device 30 which signals a key 20 must or may not send to locking device electronics 34, so that actuator 35 can be controlled such that rotor 33 can be rotated by key 20. In addition to the access authorization information, further configuration data, such as locking device operating data, may be received and forwarded in steps 121 to 123 together with the access authorization information.

[0150] 125: Sending a confirmation: After receiving the access authorization information according to method step 124, the locking device 30 can send a confirmation to the device 10, in particular via the key 20, stating that the access authorization information has been received. This is done via the key 20 (not shown).

[0151] After step 125, the following steps can optionally follow (not shown): Because the computing unit 60 knows the key identifier of the key 20 used for configuration and the identifier, a one-time access authorization is assigned for the key 20. The system 200 carries out an access authorization check and signals the access authorization. The installer can check this, for example, by turning the driver. Additionally or alternatively, in particular subsequently, a new access authorization check is carried out automatically or after a user input on the device 10, in which case the system 200 comes to the conclusion that access is to be denied to the key 20. This is displayed visually and / or acoustically on the device 10 and / or on the key 20.

[0152] Fig. 7 illustrates, according to a second embodiment, further steps of method 1 for commissioning the electromechanical locking device 30 at the location 201-208. The inventive methods 1 and the systems 2 of the two embodiments are identical, except for the differences described below:

[0153] 101 and 102: as in Fig. 5.

[0154] 117: According to Fig. 7, the locking system selection already takes place after step 102:

[0155] A locking system selection can be made on device 10, in which—as explained in detail in the general part of the description—the installer 70 selects a locking system 200. For this purpose, the installer 70 enters a locking system user input 72 on device 10.

[0156] 103 and 104: After step 117, the optional steps 103 and 104 can follow, as described in connection with Fig. 5. : This is followed by step 111. Step 111 describes in this

[0157] In the second exemplary embodiment, only the insertion of the key 20 into the locking device 30 is required. The key 20 is designed in such a way that it is woken up by the insertion. As a result, in the second exemplary embodiment according to Fig. 7, steps 104 and 105 can be omitted, so that no button actuation on the key 20 is necessary. : Sending the ID: In particular, by inserting the key 20, the

[0158] Locking device electronics 34 is woken up and sends an identifier (ID) of the locking device 30 to the key 20. with 107: Forwarding the ID: The key 20 is not wirelessly connected to the locking device

[0159] 30 and receives the identifier in this way. The key 20 then forwards the identifier to the device 10 via the wireless communication connection.

[0160] In this process, the charge level of the energy storage device of the key 20 can also be checked according to step 107. If the charge level is too low, the process is aborted. In particular, a corresponding message is sent to the device 10, informing the installer 70 that the charge level is too low. Up to 116: as in Fig. 5. Up to 125: as in Fig. 5.

[0161] List of reference symbols

[0162] 1 procedure

[0163] 2 systems

[0164] 10 devices

[0165] 20 keys

[0166] 21 Key shaft

[0167] 22 buttons

[0168] 23 Lighting device

[0169] 24 transmission device of 20

[0170] 30 locking device

[0171] 31 housings

[0172] 32 Stator

[0173] 33 Rotor

[0174] 34 Locking device electronics

[0175] 35 Actuator

[0176] 36 drivers

[0177] 37 transmission device of 30

[0178] 38 locking bars

[0179] 39 Blocking element

[0180] 60 computing units

[0181] 70 installer

[0182] 71 location-specific user input

[0183] 72 Locking system user input

[0184] 80 Determining the appropriate housing

[0185] 81 Inserting the stator and rotor

[0186] 82 Inserting the key

[0187] 83 Unlock

[0188] 84 Turning

[0189] 85 procedures

[0190] 101 Reception: Start program

[0191] 102 Reception: User authentication

[0192] 103 Reception: Start device-side wireless communication Reception: Start program module “Commissioning locking device”

[0193] Output: Request to press button on key

[0194] Reception of the button operation on the key

[0195] Check the charge level in the key's energy storage. Charge level too low - yes / no?

[0196] Demolition

[0197] Sending the configuration message

[0198] Output: Insert key into locking device

[0199] Sending the ID from the locking device to the key

[0200] Forward the ID from key to device

[0201] Sending the ID from device to computing unit

[0202] ID already assigned - yes / no?

[0203] Demolition

[0204] Locking system selection

[0205] Receiving location-specific user input

[0206] Assignment

[0207] Sending the assignment

[0208] Receiving access authorization information on the device

[0209] Sending the access authorization information to the key

[0210] Forwarding of the access authorization information by the key Receiving the access authorization information at the locking device Sending a confirmation

[0211] Locking system -208 locations locking elements

Claims

Patent claims 1. A method (1, 85) for commissioning an electro-mechanical locking device (30) at a location (201-208), wherein the locking device (30) comprises an electro-mechanical actuator (35), locking device electronics (34), and a driver (36), wherein the electro-mechanical actuator (35) is controllable by the locking device electronics (34) to transfer the driver from a non-rotatable to a rotatable state; and wherein the method (1, 85) comprises the following steps, which are carried out by the locking device (30): a. detecting (82) an electronic key (20), b. Triggering a function check routine (83), wherein the actuator (35) is electrically controlled to transfer the driver (36) from the non-rotatable to the rotatable state, wherein the locking device (20) is in a factory state during steps a. and b., c.Subsequently receiving (124) configuration data, wherein the configuration data comprises at least one access authorization information, whereby the locking device (30) is transferred from the factory state to a configured state.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein step b. is carried out after installation of the locking device (30) in or on a closure element (210), in particular a door, and / or wherein step b. is carried out in order to install the locking device (30) on a closure element (210).

3. Method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein in step b. the functional test routine is triggered independently of a locking system assignment by means of the key (20) structurally matching the locking device (30).

4. Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein in step b. the functional test routine is triggered independently of a location area assignment and / or a location assignment of the locking device (30) by means of the key (20) structurally matching the locking device (30). Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein step b. takes place without an access authorization, which depends on an electronic identifier (ID) of the locking device (30) and / or an electronic key identifier and / or on the location, having been previously verified. Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the access authorization information in step c. comprises location-specific, location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific access authorization information. Method according to one of the preceding claims, • wherein the access authorization information contains a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking-system-specific blacklist, in particular wherein the blocking device (30) in steps a. and b. is designed free of a location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking-system-specific blacklist. Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the access authorization information contains location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking-system-specific encryption information, in particular wherein the blocking device (30) in steps a. and b. is designed free of location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking-system-specific encryption information.Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the configuration data contain location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific locking device operating data, in particular wherein the locking device (30) in steps a. and b. is free of location-specific and / or location-area-specific and / or locking system-specific. Locking device operating data is formed. Method according to one of the preceding claims, • wherein a location-specific user input (71) for defining the location (201-208) is carried out by receiving (118) the user input (71) by a, in particular mobile, device (10) before step c. • and / or wherein a locking system selection (117) of a locking system (200) is made by receiving a locking system user input (72) by the, in particular mobile, device (10) before step c. Method (1) according to claim 10, wherein the location-specific user input (71) and / or locking system user input (72) is made by selecting from selection lists and / or overview plans displayed on a screen of the device (10), or wherein location information for defining the location is newly created during the location-specific user input (71). Method according to claim 10 or 11, wherein, in particular before step c., the device (10) sends the location information obtained by the location-specific user input (71) and / or the locking system information obtained by the locking system user input (72) to a computing unit (60) and / or receives location-specific and / or locking system-specific access authorization information from the computing unit (60).Method (1) according to claim 12, wherein access authorization information is sent from the key (20) to the locking device (30), wherein the key (20) comprises a key shank (21), wherein the key (20) with the key shank (21) is inserted into the locking device (30) in order to send the access authorization information to the locking device (30), wherein the key (20) has previously received access authorization information from the device (10). Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein in step c. the access authorization information is sent from the key (20) to the locking device (30). • wherein the key (20) in step a. is a first key, • wherein the key (20) for sending in step c. is a second key (20), • and wherein the first key (20) and the second key (20) are mechanically identical and / or comprise different authorizations. Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein, after step c., the method comprises the following further step, which is carried out by the locking device (30) and / or the key (20): d. Denying access authorization for the key (20) that sent the authorization information to the locking device (30), in order to check the function of the locking device (30) in the configured state. Method according to one of the preceding claims, wherein provision c., in particular after step a, the method comprises the following step: wirelessly transmitting (110) from the device (10) to the key (20) a configuration message that a locking device (30) is to be configured. System (2) for commissioning a locking device (30) at a location (201-208), • wherein the system (2) comprises an electro-mechanical locking device (30), wherein the locking device (30) comprises an electro-mechanical actuator (35), a locking device electronics (34) and a driver (36), wherein the electro-mechanical actuator (35) is controllable by the locking device electronics (34) in order to transfer the driver from a non-rotatable to a rotatable state; designed to carry out method steps for the method according to one of claims 1 to 16, • wherein the system (2) comprises a key (20) with electronics, designed to carry out method steps for the method according to one of claims 1 to 16. System (2) according to claim 17, wherein the system comprises a computer program product for executing, in particular storing, on a device (10), wherein the computer program product is designed to carry out method steps for the method according to one of claims 10 to 13 or 16 on the device (10).

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