Basic Access Control: Getting Started

Many of my recent articles and blogs have concentrated on Access Control. I just feel that it is misunderstood and underappreciated. It’sbecome the last frontier of home improvement. Anything that combines securityand convenience is destined to this.

You may be like many and assume that selecting the appropriate system and installing it takes a PHD. I hate to sound clichéd, but fear not. There are many basic access control systems for the new user.

My personal favorite is an access control system is the basic keypad. For the busy American family this is a natural fit.Everyone has their own code and overall access is controlled by the heads of household. All access is generated via this keypad which operates an electric strike lock. To get started in access control, select your ideal keypad with style and operation in mind. I’ve selected three options that might fit the bill for you. All selections are easy to install and operate and include several energy saving features.

Stand Alone Universal Access Control Keypad

• Ideal for residential and commercial alike


• Eliminate the worry of your kid’s lost keys or ex-employees gaining access


• Independently operates all electric strike locks on the market (12-24 DC orAC)


• Can be operated by an Egress (panic exit button)


• Ability to assign codes in single user or multi-user modes


• Includes a door lock inhibit code

Stand Alone Universal Access Control Backlit Keypad

• Ideal for residential and commercial alike


• Eliminate the worry of your kid’s lost keys or ex-employees gaining access


• Backlit keypad eases visibility for those late night arrivals


• Independently operates all electric strike locks on the market (12-24 DC orAC)


• Can be operated by an Egress (panic exit button)


• Ability to assign codes in single user or multi-user modes


• Includes a door lock inhibit code

Two Output Digital Access Control Keypad

• Ideal for residential and commercial alike


• Eliminate the worry of your kid’s lost keys or ex-employees gaining access


• Backlit keypad eases visibility for those late night arrivals


• Operates all electric strike locks on the market (12-24 DC or AC)


• Two independent relay outputs that can work in synch to activate and deactivate dual door locks


• Connects easily to a home security or burglar alarm system


• Can be operated byan Egress (panic exit button)


• Ability to assign codes in single user or multi-user modes


• Includes a door lock inhibit code