Modules tabs, Remote Reader Module
The device modules tabs include the Base Reader Module, Remote Reader Modules, and Input/Output Modules tabs. These configure
components added to a controller for the purpose of connecting card readers and other input and output modules.
Each module has a setup view for listing and editing the configuration of the hardware modules.
Figure 169. Remote Reader Module tab
You access a module tab from the main menu by clicking followed by creating a new device or double-clicking a selected row in the table. Double-clicking a module row opens a slightly different set of tabs for each module:
- A Base Reader Module opens these tabs: Base Reader Module, Doors, Elevators, Additional Points and Burglar Panels.
- A Remote Reader Module opens these tabs: Remote Reader Module, Doors and Additional Points
- An Input/Output Module opens these tabs: Input/Output Module and Additional Points.
Properties
| Property | Value | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Status | read-only | Reports "Issueable" until the badge is assigned, then it may be Active, Disabled, Lost or Unknown. |
| Alarm Class | drop-down list | Defines alarm routing options and priority. Typical alarm classes include High, Medium and Low. An alarm class of Low might send and email message, while an alarm class of High might trigger a text message to the department manager.
|
| Enabled | true (default) or false |
Turns the feature on (true) and off (false). |
| Video Setup button | additional properties | Opens the Video Setup window, which selects, enables and configures a video camera to associate with the alarm point or device. |