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DEADBOLT
The bolt is retracted by turning a
knob / keypad with a spindle, and
must be turned again to close.
MOTORBOLT
The bolt retracts itself and
closes automatically.
LATCHBOLT
Override Users: Override users are those
able to override time delay and access
the lock immediately, intended for cash
carriers.
Managers: Generally Managers are
able to open the lock, manage the users by
adding and deleting codes, and manage
other functions such as time delay or taking
an audit.
Masters: In some cases the term “Master”
equates to “Manager”, in other cases the
Master manages features such as timelock
and audit, but is unable to open the lock
system.
PENALTY
Electronic lock systems have the ability
to prevent access for a period of time if
someone has entered an incorrect code
4 times, which prevents unauthorised
individuals from trying to guess codes.
DUAL MODE
On a lock system set up with dual mode, 2
users must enter their codes before the safe
can be opened – which provides additional
security. In some systems, 2 codes are
required to carry out Manager functions.
AUDIT
The bolt is retracted by turning a
knob / keypad with a spindle, and
slams shut when the door is closed.
Not EN1300 certified.
ELECTRONIC COMBINATION
LOCK FEATURES
• No risk of stolen keys
• Requires a power supply – batteries
which must be periodically replaced,
mains power or self-power with a
dynamo.
• Allows individual users to hold and
change their own code, so it is possible
to identify who has opened the safe by
auditing the lock.
• In some cases, users must remember to
turn the keypad or a knob or a handle
to lock the safe
• Allows for many complex and high-
security features
USERS
Most electronic locks have multiple users,
with varying levels of control and access
Users: Generally Users are only able to
open the lock and change their own code
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Within many electronic lock systems, a
record of activity is stored in a non-volatile
memory. The data can be extracted either
with software or in some cases by viewing
information on the keypad screen. This is
necessary to monitor how the lock is being
used, and to identify the user who opened
the lock in cases of theft.
TIME DELAY
Time delay is a feature which requires a
period of time to elapse before the lock can
be opened. The user must enter their code
to initiate the time delay, wait until the open
window, before entering their code again
to open the safe. The feature was intended
to protect against users being coerced into
opening the safe immediately during a
hold-up. The parameters can be set using
the keypad.
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TIMELOCK
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Some lock systems have an internal
clock, and so it is possible to restrict access
to certain hours such as when the business
is normally open, which prevents internal
theft from code holders. Most lock systems
with timelock functionality have the ability
to specify certain dates when the timelock
values should not apply, such as for bank
holidays.
ALARM CONNECTIONS
Many electronic systems have the ability
to connect to an alarm system which
enables several options:
Remote disable and remote block
If the alarm system is triggered, it
can generate an input signal to the lock
which blocks it from opening to prevent
unauthorised access.
Silent Alarm or “Duress”. During a hold-
up, if a user Is forced into opening a safe,
they can enter a special variant of their code,
which opens the safe, but also generates an
output signal to an alarm system which can
notify others that they are being coerced.
REMOTE NETWORK MANAGEMENT
Some lock systems have the ability to
be connected to a network using internet
protocol and Ethernet cables so that the
system can be managed remotely. IP
address configuration and port forwarding
is required, and enables management
of the system, ranging from taking audit,
adding and deleting users, setting timelock
and alerting the operator if the lock is
opened. Remote management allows for all
administrative functions, except for actually
opening the lock.
One time codes or Dynamic codes, are
intended for single use, and are generated
from software, independently from the lock
system. An algorithm, which is matched
between the lock and software, allows
codes to be issued as needed, which delete
themselves after use