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Improved Help
There have been a lot of changes for the EntraPass Help in 6.02. The improvements include:
• Redesigned interface.
• New How to section with explanatory videos
• FAQ section
• Devices section that has been reworked to include Related Links, a text reformat and collapsible paragraphs under drop-down titles (this new format will be applied to more sections in future EntraPass upgrades).
• New PDF version on the cd (or USB key)
Increase in Multi-Site Gateway Connections
EntraPass Corporate and Global Edition multi-site gateway connections have been increased from 512 to a maximum of 2,048 connections (click here for more information about connection configuration).
New Site Definition
Rather than a physical loop, a site has been redefined as a group of connections. This allows for multiple connections to be linked together into a site, regardless of their physical location and connection type. With the use of an optional prompt, an existing connection can be selected to remain independent or merged into a new site as it is created (click here for more details).
Monitoring Software Integration
Components have their own unique numbers that can now be sent through SmartLink. By combining the unique ID (5-digit alphanumerical code) with specific events, central station monitoring software can trace alarms and restoral events from EntraPass.
Additional Details Added to Kantech Advantage Program (KAP) Reminders
Additional details, such as EntraPass edition/version, and site, are now included in the KAP reminder email, making it easier for the user to contact the dealer (click here for more details).
Simultaneous Report Generation
Report generation is no longer limited to 2 reports at a time. As many as 10 reports can now be executed simultaneously without affecting the performance of the system (click here for more details).
IP Connectivity with KT-NCC
It is now possible to connect the KT-400 and KT-1 via IP to EntraPass through a KT-NCC, to a maximum of 4 IP connections of 8 controllers.
IP Connectivity with Global Gateway
It is now possible to connect the KT-400 and KT-1 via IP to EntraPass through a Global Gateway, to a maximum of 32 IP connections of 32 controllers.
Additional Sort functionality for Muster Reports
There is additional flexibility to the sorting of Muster reports. The mandatory information fields have been added as part of the sort options to accommodate specific customer sorting requests.
Fixed Error code within SmartLink application
Error codes supplied with SmartLink now include a short message describing the issue, providing a more user-friendly experience.
Additional Access Levels per KT-400 and KT-1 (Multi-Site Gateway)
Additional Access Levels using KT-400, KT-400 rev1 and KT-1, are now available under a Multi-Site gateway. Up to 5 total access levels per user/per site are possible, an increase from 1 previously (click here for more details).
Multi-Swipe Checkbox Option
A checkbox has been added to turn the visibility of the Multi-Swipe tab ON or OFF, making the interface less cluttered for users who do not use this feature (click here for more details).
KT-1 Controller
This new controller has been added to EntraPass. The interface and features of KT-400 have been used as a base for the modified view provided for the KT-1 controller.
Request-to-Exit (REX) Event Not Stored in Archives Schedule
To conserve disk space, during high frequency times, undesired events (such as REX) can be scheduled so that they are not recorded.
Hide Unused Icons
Toolbar icons can be hidden for features which are not activated or used.
Archives on Local Drive
Archives can be saved in different locations, including a local hard drive or external USBs, rather than where the program and database are installed (click here for more details).
Improved Help
The EntraPass Web online help is now shown in a more convenient interface which includes the complete Table of Contents for every topic displayed.
New Site Definition
Rather than a physical loop, the term site has been redefined as a group of connections. This allows for multiple connections to be linked together into a site, regardless of their physical location and connection type. With the use of an optional prompt, an existing connection can be selected to remain independent or merged into a new site as it is created .
Change to Watchlist GUI
The Watchlist now indicates events in relation to real-time, rather than being displayed as a specific time. As the Watchlist scrolls, the timer over the event will show the time that has passed since the event happened, preventing confusion in regard to time synchronization and time-zone differences.
Extended Schedules
This feature allows SmartLink to assign schedules to supportable devices only, eliminating the receipt of schedules by devices which are not capable of viewing them.SmartLink now only assigns schedules to supported devices.
Workspace improvement
The EntraPass Web workspace has been optimized for more clarity to the user on what their access levels are and what can be modified, with the restricted status reflected in the menus and schedules.
SmartLink Error Codes Changed
Error codes generated by SmartLink are now viewable in EntraPass Web. The error codes have also been updated in the local dictionary to provide a more user-friendly message, rather than an error code.
Additional Access Levels per KT-400 and KT-1 (Multi-Site Gateway)
It is now possible to add up to 5 total user access levels per site.
KT-1 Controller
This new controller has been added to EntraPass Web. The interface and features of KT-400 have been used as a base for the modified view provided for the KT-1 controller.
Card Use Report Change Location
The Card Use Report icon has been moved to the Report menu.
Remove Auto-Updater from EntraPass
This feature has been removed from EntraPass, as a result of limitations that concerned our customers.
Install Shield 2014
Install Shield has been replaced with the 2014 version. The newer version of Install Shield will allow for easier installation of new operating system versions.
Android and Apple Icons look the Same as EntraPass Web
Icons displayed when using Android or Apple devices are now identical to the icons which appear in EntraPass Web.
Android and Apple additional Access Levels per KT-400 and KT-1 (Multi-Site gateway)
EntraPass Go now supports a total of 5 access levels (up from one previously) with KT-400 and KT-1 controllers connected to a multi-site gateway using Android and Apple devices.
Android and Apple Security Levels
EntraPass Go now supports security levels configuration for Android and Apple devices.
Android and Apple Door Status for KT-1
EntraPass Go now represents KT-1 readers status within the same page as well as the enable reader operation.
Hide Unused Icons
Toolbar icons for features which are not activated or used are hidden from the toolbar.
Archives on Local Drive
Archives can be saved in different locations, including a local hard drive or external USBs, rather than where the program and database are installed.
EntraPass WebStation Removed from EntraPass Installation
WebStation is being discontinued with EntraPass 6.02, and will no longer be included in EntraPass updates.
Card Use Report Change Location
The Card Use Report icon has been moved to the Report menu (click here for more details).
Added Filter to Custom Report
An additional filter has been added in the Custom Report window in order to make it easier for end users to find specific events.
Request-to-Exit (REX) Event Not Stored in Archives Schedule
To conserve disk space, during high frequency times, undesired REX events can be scheduled so that they are not recorded.
Request-to-Exit (REX) Events Sent by controller Schedule
Operators can now decide when controllers should send REX events, allowing the controllers to communicate with EntraPass only as required, reducing network traffic.
Updated SDK
A new AD SDK, compatible with newer and older units, is now included into EntraPass 6.02 and EntraPass WEB 2.0.