Understanding locks in the ATRIUM software

Understanding locks in the ATRIUM software

Introduction

Typically, locks are used to control door lock devices such as door strikes and electromagnetic devices.

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


Modifying a Door Lock

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


General Information

  1. Display Name: Identifies the door lock throughout the ATRIUM software. We recommend using a name that is representative of the door lock output.
  2. Enabled: When selected, activates the usage of this door lock.
  3. Reversed Logic: When selected, reverses the logic from either normally closed (N.C.) to normally open (N.O.) or vice-versa. Refer to Jumper Settings from the module instruction manual for more information on N.C. and N.O.
  4. Voltage Lock Properties: The voltage lock entity is set by default
  5. Relay Properties: By default the relay associated with the voltage lock is selected.

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.

Advanced Options


Monitoring

  1. Refresh button: Refreshes the voltage and current values.
    1. Voltage (V): Indicates the voltage supplied to the door lock device.
    2. Current (A): Indicates the current used by the connected lock device.

Show Status Check Box

When enabled, displays the status of the door locks for a period of 5 minutes.

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Save Button

Use the Save button to save changes.

Cancel Button

Use the Cancel button to ignore changes.


Next, learn how to set up and configure bells in the ATRIUM software. 


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