Managing Readers in the ATRIUM software

How to configure readers in the ATRIUM software

Introduction

Readers such as keypads and proximity readers are used to request access to an area via a door.

Each controller supports two readers and up to four 2-Door Expansion Modules which provide two readers each. Therefore, each controller can monitor the state of up to 10 readers.

From the Hardware tab, click on the Readers icon.



Modifying a Reader

From the Hardware tab, click on the Readers icon, select a reader from the list and click on the Properties button.



General Information

  1. Display Name: Identifies the reader throughout the ATRIUM software. We recommend using a name that is representative of the reader.
  2. Active: When selected, activates the usage of this reader.
  3. LED color mode: Identifies if the reader has a 2 or 3-color LED. Choices are Generic (Red & Green), CDVI (Red, Green & Blue) and Digital-F (Feedback).
  4. Red LED Output: If there is a red LED associated to the door reader, select the red LED’s output name, otherwise, leave it unassigned.
  5. Green LED Output: If there is a green LED associated to the door reader, select the green LED’s output name, otherwise, leave it unassigned.
  6. Buzzer Output: If there is a buzzer associated to the door reader, select buzzer’s output name, otherwise, leave it unassigned.

Notes Tab

Use the Notes text field to record any additional notes that may be required. We recommend that you keep a log of what settings were changed and when they were changed.

Save Button

Use the Save button to save changes.

Cancel Button

Use the Cancel button to ignore changes.


Next, learn all about macros, macro timers, macro counters, and macro command groups in the ATRIUM software. 





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