Genetec's Synergis Master Controller (SMC) - an intelligent IP  door controller
Genetec's Synergis Master Controller (SMC) - an intelligent IP door controller

Addressing longstanding customer demand for non-proprietary access control solutions, the Synergis Master Controller (SMC) from Genetec is a controller that allows users to modernise their security operations, migrate to an IP-based access control solution, while leveraging their networking infrastructure and existing equipment and wiring. The SMC is a key component of Synergis, Genetec’s IP access control solution, which facilitates real-time monitoring of access events and alarms, as well as cardholder management and reporting. When used within Security Center, Genetec's unified security platform, the SMC becomes a catalyst for organisations to evolve to a unified approach for security management. Genetec customers can seamlessly blend their IP video surveillance, access control, license plate recognition, and intrusion monitoring needs within a single unified platform.  "For some time, we'd been wanting to move to a unified security solution for access control and video, but could not afford to waste the significant infrastructure investment we had already made in our access control installation,” states Dick Hamann, Vice President Information Technology and Resources/Chief Information  Officer, Seminole State College of Florida. “What we really needed was a solution that could leverage and take control of our existing equipment. When Synergis Master Controller was brought to our attention, we decided to set up a pilot site to test it in one of our buildings. The SMC exceeded our expectations; we were impressed with how easy the migration was and how well it performed. The success of this pilot essentially clears the path for us to fully migrate the rest of our facility, while also enabling us to take advantage of Security Center video to build a unified system." To help customers speed up deployment time, reduce costs and ensure that their security investment will be protected for years to come, the SMC features native support for non-proprietary access control hardware from Mercury Security and HID Global.  Supported interface modules include the VertX V100, V200 and V300 from HID, and the MR52, MR50, MR16IN and MR16OUT from Mercury. The SMC supports 32 downstream modules, connecting to up to 64 readers, as well as being able to monitor hundreds of zones and alarm points. Both Mercury and HID modules can be supported on the same SMC. Thanks to advanced security functionalities, SMC users can implement greater levels of security to protect their workforce, visitors, and assets. To ensure the highest level of security, communications between the SMC and Synergis software are authenticated and encrypted. Using the SMC's and Security Center’s threat management capabilities, users can quickly respond to changing security conditions and alter the behaviour of their security system accordingly.  Users now have the power to restrict or override physical entry to a specific area, building, or across an entire organization, or can trigger a full lockdown at a moment's notice. As a true IP device with two on-board Gigabit Ethernet ports, the SMC allows users to efficiently leverage their corporate or security network and reuse much of their existing access control infrastructure such as readers, credentials, compatible interface modules, and wiring to transition into a fully IP-based access control system. “Above and beyond offering additional hardware options to our customers and freedom of choice, the SMC will also make it easier and less costly for users wanting to modernize their legacy access control system and move to a unified security platform," says Jimmy Palatsoukas, Senior Manager of Product Marketing at Genetec. Genetec also offers its customers access to a full line of enclosures and power supplies, as well as several pre-wired enclosures with the SMC, power supply, HID, and Mercury modules. These off-the-shelf and pre-wired kits help reduce wiring and hardware deployment time. To further simplify the installation process, advanced options available with the SMC allow customers to configure their access control software, doors and SMC units prior to actual installation. DHCP support and an advanced controller discovery tool virtually automate the enrolment process. Maintenance activities such as upgrades and troubleshooting are made easy thanks to an intuitive web interface.

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ISONAS moves to an open platform access control solution offering customers the power of choice in software
ISONAS moves to an open platform access control solution offering customers the power of choice in software

ISONAS Inc. will move to an open platform access control solution. ISONAS has been providing access control solutions that effortlessly integrate with many other systems including access control software. The company will now take these integrations to the next level by partnering with some of today’s leading access control software manufacturers launching the first integration in July 2016. De facto standard for access control hardware ISONAS continues to set the standard for access control and with the launch of its new hardware product line, brand new software platform and open platform philosophy; customers can be freed from proprietary, closed systems that are expensive, and provide limited solutions. “Customers want the benefits that only our Pure IP hardware can provide, a simple and cost effective solution. With our commitment to an open platform, customers will have choice in their software solutions and whether that’s our new Pure Access cloud based solution or one of our integration partners, they win. This puts ISONAS hardware in the position to become the de facto standard for access control hardware in the industry,” states Rob Mossman, CEO of ISONAS. The simple topology of a Pure IP solution - an ISONAS reader-controller and a CAT 5 for power and data - allow flexibility that panel or IP-enabled panel systems cannot. The open platform enables customers to fully customise a security solution with access control software integrations or even video management systems. Pure IP access control enables customers to do things they never thought possible. Whether used as a standalone product or with the Pure Access software, the new ISONAS Pure IP hardware platform, with Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) capability, delivers an entirely revamped aesthetic and forward functionality that increases flexibility for the customer in how and where their access control is installed. The ISONAS reader-controller will continue to be an all in one device and lead the industry in reader and controller technology.

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TDSi’s comprehensive product range features extensive integration and network capabilities
TDSi’s comprehensive product range features extensive integration and network capabilities

TDSi's extensive suite of products has been designed with integration and network capability to the forefront, with IP connectivity a standard feature across the range.Amongst the company's most recent product developments are the addition of an IP option to the proven MICROgarde range and an updated version of the access management software system, EXgarde PRO, which provides powerful integration capability.MICROgarde IPMICROgarde IP is a powerful addition to TDSi's range of controllers.  Available for both one and two door controller options, this product offers all the functionality of the established MICROgarde system - with the added benefit of being able to be directly connected to a LAN or WAN.MICROgarde offers an extremely cost-effective, entry level controller, containing many of the features that would ordinarily only be found in much larger, more expensive systems. Operating with TDSi or third party readers, the system has an operational capacity of 5,000 card holders and is capable of supporting up to 400 doors - as well as controlling the automatic release of fire doors, upon an active input.Featuring distributed intelligence, MICROgarde controllers can operate as a fully integrated part of a system network, providing users with full control and event reporting - which may be customised to suit specific needs.Integration Capability with EXgarde PROEXgarde PRO is TDSi's market-leading, fully featured access management software application that delivers a wide range of functionality through a user-friendly interface.The new version, V3, offers unparalleled integration capabilities, providing users with a flexible and dynamic platform and the ability for complete building and security management.Through the use of a suite of database tools, EXgarde PRO delivers seamless integration with a wide range of proprietary and bespoke systems - such as Schools Information Management Systems, HR, Payroll, Time and Attendance, CCTV, Fire, Intruder and One-card software applications, offering the potential for considerable resource savings, in both time and cost.Powerful and versatile, EXgarde PRO is capable of controlling a single door at one site with a small number of users, right up to thousands of doors across multiple sites with thousands of users.

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ISONAS PowerNet IP Reader-Controller
ISONAS PowerNet IP Reader-Controller

The ISONAS PowerNet™ RC-03 is an all-in-one reader and controller device that provides the first “Pure IP” solution to the door and eliminates the need for a panel. The device is easy to install and connects through Ethernet connection without the need for additional power at the door. Standard with every PowerNet™ is the software platform and no additional licences are required. Having a single PowerNet™ per access point makes the entire network easily scalable one door at a time and allows to do more with less. Built-in intelligence With over 64,000 permissions, 5,000 events and 32 time zones able to be stored on each PowerNet™ Reader- Controller the unit functions independently and prevents a single point of failure. So even if the network goes down, access control continues to function. Flexible and scalable Now the user can control access anywhere a CAT 5 can be installed. Remote sites, hospital medical cabinets, server racks, parking gates, ambulances—the possibilities are endless. Manage thousands of reader -controllers on a single computer across a geographically disbursed network. True network device The network addressable PowerNet™ Reader-Controller allows to Plug and Play access control system, by using the DHCP functionality or call home capability to seamlessly connect to the host. Adaptable The open systems platform enables seamless integration with other systems, including Microsoft Active Directory and elevator I/O modules. The powerful integration with Video Management Systems allows a fully comprehensive security solution with video as the command and control front end.

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Bosch doubles capacity of its Access Easy Control System
Bosch doubles capacity of its Access Easy Control System

Easy expansion without additional investmentsSeamless integration of access control and video surveillanceSupports latest Video SDK and hybrid recordersBosch Security Systems doubles the capacity of the Access Easy Control System, its access control solution for small and medium sized applications. Through a firmware upgrade, the AEC panel now allows a second BUS connection adding 16 readers to the same controller, enabling each controller to support a total of 32 readers. It can now also monitor up to 32 supervised auxiliary inputs and control a maximum of 32 auxiliary relay outputs, doubling these figures as well.The new firmware v2.1.6.1 also makes it easier to seamlessly integrate access control and video surveillance for an additional layer of security. For this, the Access Easy Control System supports a maximum of 128 video channels with up to 3 channels per door. The new firmware now adds compatibility to the latest Bosch Video SDK that includes connections to Bosch 700 series DVR. This DVR is the first Bosch embedded digital recorder to offer hybrid functionality with support for 8 or 16 analogue cameras and up to 8 H.264 IP video streams. With up to 4 TB internal storage and optional RAID-4 protection, this 700 series was designed for applications that demand the highest levels of data availability.The new firmware allows customers to extend the area managed by the AEC without the need to buy additional controllers, lowering overall cost without sacrificing the system's ease of use. Being entirely web-based, the AEC can be managed locally or remotely using a standard web browser.

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