Keypads, readers and remotes
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Device guide / Connected entrance
Gate access devices: keypads, card readers, intercoms and sensors
An automatic entrance combines a moving gate with equipment that identifies users, requests movement and helps protect the travel area. Choose the whole workflow before replacing a single device.
Quick answer
Gate access devices: keypads, card readers, intercoms and sensors
Keypads, cards and intercoms control who can request entry. Operators move the gate; photo eyes and sensing edges protect hazard areas, while vehicle loops detect cars. Each component needs compatible wiring and controls.
What to evaluate
Decisions that shape the system
Video and telephone intercoms
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Vehicle loops and protective sensors
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Operators and controls
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Common questions
What should an HOA upgrade first?
Start with a site review of the failures and the user workflow. The right first change depends on the existing operator, credentials and safety equipment.
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