Configuring controllers
Controllers provide audiovisual feedback on the access decision. Typically, a red/green light (LED) indicator on the reader informs the cardholder that the door is unlocked or that access has been denied. A local door alarm can be installed to provide an audible warning if the door is forced open or remains open after an access.
The controller definition tells the system how a controller is being used and what devices are associated with it: (doors, input zones, relays and output devices). Controllers may be defined during a gateway or connection configuration; or in the controller definition menu, by selecting either the controller button (Devices > Controller) or by using Express Setup program. EntraPass supports the following controllers: KT-100, KT-200, KT-300, KT-400, KT-1, and KT-2. These provide the ability to activate local functions associated with a controller. The number of devices associated with a controller varies according to the controller type. The following table summarizes the basic components associated with each type of Kantech controller.
| Type | Doors | Wireless doors (licensed) | Relays | Input zones | Auxiliary outputs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KT-100 | 1 | not supported | 4 | 4 | 2 |
| KT-200 | 2 | not supported | 2 | 16 | 4 |
| KT-300 | 2 | not supported | 2 | 8 | 4 |
| KT-400 | 4 | 8 | 4 | 16 | 16 |
| KT-1 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 5 |
| KT-2 | 2 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 5 |