Yes you can, simply by adding extra access control cards and card readers to your order can you configure whatever system size you require. You would simply 'loop' or 'daisy chain' the control cards
How many control cards can I add?
A maximum of 256
Can I use a card reader as an exit device in place of an exit button?
Yes, you can use either or both, but please note that this system package is only supplied with 2 x card readers. You will need to add an extra card reader and/or exit button if required
You supply only a 9 pin serial cable but I have a 25 pin serial connector, what do I do?
It's impossible to allow for all pc system configurations, with some having a 25 pin, some having a 9 pin and some having none at all, therefore we have left the 9 pin serial cable as standard and you would need to buy an adaptor for this - we would suggest a USB to 9 pin serial convertor which should be no more than £10-£15 but we would also suggest purchasing a good quality convertor
What cable distance can this run to?
We would suggest no more than 90mtr from the card reader to the control board
The RS232/485 data convertor can be up to 1000mtr from the PC therefore giving you a good distance
What cable do I need?
It depends upon the distance you are installing the card reader from the control board, but we would suggest between 6 core and 8 core shielded twisted pair alarm cable at the very least or quality cable such as Belden 9536 shielded cable for best results
Does the control board and software monitor who enters the door and who exits the door?
Yes it does
I have some existing Mifare cards/fobs, will they work with this system?
Mifare cards/fobs will not work with our card readers as they are RFID readers, however, if you have Mifare card readers then the software will recognise them
Where do the control cards fit?
They are supplied and fitted within a power supply, you do not install them within a computer
How easy is it to set up/install the software?
Easy, the software works with any version of operating system you may have
Do I need the PC on all the time, and what happens in the event of a power failure?
No, you don't need the PC on all the time as the control board will retain up to 100,000 transactions for offline use - it will then overwrite the first transaction should the power failure continue
In saying that, if there is a total power failure then you should consider battery back-up for the installed equipment connected to the control board within the supplied power supply as obviously the control board will not be able to retain transactions and the controlled doors will not be secure
As a rule of thumb, a typical single door system with 1 x magnetic lock will last on a 7amp battery back-up for 3-4hrs depending upon the demand of use
Can I fit a battery in the power supply?
I'm afraid not, it is a narrow style cabinet for the control board only