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Terminology

Entry code

An entry code is some user input from outside that authenticates them.

It can be one of two things:

  • fob code
    • This is a hex string scanned on a fob reader outside (A-F,0-9)
    • It is 8 or more characters
    • Only validated if 8 charcters or more
    • Only the first 8 characters are considered
  • key code
    • This is numeric from a keypad outside (0-9)
    • It can be any length, including 0
    • Only validated if 8 characters or more

Member list

The member list is a csv of members, found at members.csv

The CSV may have two or three columns:

  • entry code - this is the entry code, a key code or fob code
  • announce name - string for announcing internally someone has entered
  • member id (optional) - the ID of the member according to the member system.

Fail Safe

A fail safe lock requires power to lock the door and releases the doors when the power fails. An example is a magnetic lock.

Fail secure

A fail secure lock requires power to release, and the doors will remain locked in a power failure. An example is an gate lock.

Request to Exit

This is a software managed button, and activates the relays when used.

This is typically a large button on the secure side of the doors that can be used to release the doors.

Note - this must have a physical override so that even if the system fails, users can still egress freely:

  • For a fail secure system, there should be a physical means of releasing the door
  • For a fail safe system, there should be a call point to physically disconnect the locks.