Norbain report that they are key distribution partners for the EntroStar and EntroWatch access products from Remsdaq. While the Reading-based distributors say that EntroWatch is an entry-mid level product, it can grow with your requirements. This UK-designed product recently won the 2013 best new access control hardware and software award from the SIA at ISC West in Las Vegas.
EntroStar is an open protocol PoE/PoE+ enabled access controller unit, supporting two doors and up to four readers. Features include:
• PoE and PoE+, so in most cases there is no need for 230v mains at the door
• Native BACnet protocol allows ‘plug and play’, for third party integration
• Available in a sturdy enclosure with or without PSU, both covered by a three year warranty
• diagnostics LEDs further reduce installation time
• anti-tamper protection
• Use with any wiegand compatible readers, including HID
• Automatic detection and configuration of facility codes
• Standard CAT5 cable for readers which plug straight into EntroStar to save more time.
The EntroWatch software comes free with the controllers which:
• Automatically discovers EntroStar controllers, so hardly any configuration needed
• The first access controller software with a Windows 8 look and feel, the tile layout makes it the makers say easy to navigate – any menu is only two clicks away
• Integral ID badge management
• Interactive site maps
• ‘On site’ feature for roll call; and
• Available in multiple languages.
Gareth Ellams, Divisional Director for Access Control at Norbain, adds: “EntroStar and EntroWatch give a fresh approach to the access control market, introducing some truly innovative products that offer a great new set of features and benefits. By adding a free EntroWatch licence into the offering, users can benefit from simple yet powerful access, display and ID badge management.”
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