In the case of the S&G locks, that is relatively easy to do. ![]() The LBB is designed to be attached to the lock in place of the keypad. On S&G locks, no cable is necessary the cable from the keypad or dial is plugged directly into the S&G adapter module. A special connecting cable is supplied for LaGard locks. I know how curious locksmiths and safe technicians are, but I would really recommend that you not try to look inside the LBB.īoth adapter modules (Photo 9) have a label to indicate which type of lock it is intended for and each has a 25-pin plug to attach to the LBB, as well as a socket on the top for the appropriate cable. The face of the LBB has a warning printed at the top stating that “Updates & Warranty are void if cover is removed.” I’m sure that the inside of the unit has one or more “tamper evident” seals to show if the cover has been removed. The back of the LBB has a magnet just like the power supply (Photo 8) so that both can be attached to the front of the safe when in use. On the top edge of the tool, there is a 25-pin plug where the two different adapter modules can be attached (Photo 7). All of the functions of the LBB, other than the on/off switch, are controlled by a touch-screen (Photo 6) on the front of the unit. The LBB unit itself does not have an on/off switch but is controlled by the on/off switch on the power supply. The power supply is equipped with an on/off switch, (Photo 4) a cable that can be connected to the LBB, and a magnet on the back side (Photo 5) so that the power supply can be easily attached to the safe door while in use. Lithium “AA” batteries are the preferred type. Rechargeable batteries are not recommended because they do not provide as much amperage as alkaline or lithium batteries, and may not have enough power to withdraw the bolt on some locks. The power supply ( Photo 3) holds the eight “AA” batteries that provide the LBB with 12 volts of power. Let’s take a moment to familiarize ourselves with the various components, beginning with the Power supply. Inside the case, is the LBB unit itself (photo-2) along with the power supply, adapter modules, and connecting cable. The LBB comes packed in a heavy-duty waterproof and shock-proof case as shown in photo one. Once the safe is unlocked, the technician can then service or repair the safe as needed. If the lock is set for dual control, both combinations will be displayed and dialed if necessary. It will display the new combination(s) and then dial the combination if desired. ![]() When the LBB has analyzed the lock, it will reset the combination and then alert the user that it has succeeded in resetting the combination. Once the LBB is properly connected to the safe lock, it will begin resetting the software inside the lock. The LBB is a compact and sophisticated standalone computer system that can communicate with and reset the combination information stored in the lock. ![]() As long as the lock inside the safe is still functional and the wire that ran to the dial or keypad is accessible, the LBB can work its magic. The LBB is not designed to work on locks that are severely damaged or malfunctioning, but it can be used effectively in many situations where the dial or keypad has been damaged or destroyed. ![]() No, it doesn’t work on everything, but what it does work on is very impressive. In short, the Little Black Box (LBB) gives the safe technician a tool that will easily reset and unlock some of the most popular electronic safe locks built by Sargent & Greenleaf and LaGard in just 15 minutes! (See sidebar for application information.) I’ve never seen a safe tool with as much promise as this one. introduced a tool called the “Little Black Box” that they describe as “Industry Changing.” I recently spent several days with this amazing tool and I think that all of the hype was certainly justified. At the beginning of this year, Lockmasters, Inc.
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