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Installation Overview
This chapter introduces the basic concept on how to install an access control system. The
experienced installer can jump to section “Determine Fingerprint Request” to get the
installation overview related to Flex fingerprint controller and other flex controllers.
The overall installation steps are shown in the following block diagram
Fig. 1. The detailed
descriptions are given in the subsection below.
Preparing for the Installation
Before beginning the installation, it is recommended that the user gather certain
information to better prepare. Proper preparation will help ensure a smooth installation,
and will save the installer time and reduce unnecessary efforts. The following information
is essential for a professional installation:
Obtain a Floor Plan
Obtain a floor plan of the building in which the access control system is to be installed.
Obtaining a floor plan helps the installer determine what components need to be installed,
and where. It also is essential in determining the length of cable needed to connect
readers to the controller. A floor plan can be a blue print of the building, a design, or
simply a drawing of the facility. Any document showing the footprint of the building can
be used. The dimensions are important to note, especially when determining cable lengths.
A floor plan may be obtained from your local city hall.
Determining Hardware and Location
Determining which hardware to use and where it will be installed. This is the most crucial step
in the preparation stage. First, determine how many access points, or doors, need to be
managed by the access control system. These access points will control the security of the
facility, and can limit the entry and exit to and from any given area of the building. After
deciding which doors need to be controlled, the user must also determine the level of security
needed at each door. There are many ways to manage each door, using different resources.
These resources include, but are not limited to: proximity readers, mag stripe readers, relays,
and request to exits. A few common door configurations are described below:
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