New from door-entry and access control manufacturer Urmet is its access control product that operates via GSM. The intercom units, available with Urmet’s S-Steel panel, use a SIM card for communication and access control. When activated, a call is established to a pre-designated number – a landline or a mobile ‘phone – creating a line of communication and letting a user open up to two access points.
The self-contained door unit consists of a door panel, antenna and PSU and will work with a SIM card from any operator, enabling access points to be controlled using a mobile telephone or landline. Installation is quick and there is no need for extra cabling to the unit, apart from mains power.
With up to 62 programmable button options available, this solution is the makers say suitable for residential and commercial buildings and is mainly used for gate installation with a long distance from the gate to the house or building. In a block of flats, for example, the door panel can call a resident’s landline, or divert to their mobile so that they are aware of who is visiting. The resident can then answer accordingly. The resident is able to open up to two access points in the building using the telephone keypad. This might be the gate to the property and the front door to the living quarters. Users are also able to dial in and, using a password, open an access point when not at the property.
By interfacing with pre-existing telephones costs are reduced, as cabling throughout the building and the installation of intercom panels at all points are no longer required. Pre-programming of numbers is also available, reducing installation time further.
About the Urmet Group
The manufacturer of door-entry systems specialises in audio and video entry and has a range of products from one-to-one systems to digital and IP-based systems. Visit www.urmet.co.uk
