ATRIUM Software
Installing and setting up numberplate recognition for ATRIUM access control
1. Introduction The ACPR tool was developed to add number plates to users in the ATRIUM KRYPTO software. You can easily programme a user with a certain access level together with their number plate, so ATRIUM immediately recognises them and can open ...
Key term definitions in ATRIUM
Users Users are the individuals who use the access control system to gain entry into and throughout the building. Each user can have a number of credentials assigned to them. For example, one user might have a tag/card to gain access within the ...
ATRIUM Software Manual v4.31
This article provides you with links to other articles covering all the information included in the instruction manual for the ATRIUM software (version 4.31). Product Presentation The ATRIUM software is an advanced and powerful access control ...
Understanding accounts in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Accounts are used when a computer connects to different ATRIUM installations. Each account has two database files; one for the configuration settings and one to store the system’s events. Typically, an installer creates a separate ...
Managing the lockdown function in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Lockdown parameters are put in place to secure a building against an active threat by instantly locking all doors. Any new access to these doors is prevented (or limited) until lockdown is ended. Configuring lockdown options allows you ...
Understanding elevator integration in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Integrating elevator control into ATRIUM allows you to manage up to 256 floors per account. To do this, convert your main A22 to an A22-EC, or add an A22 as a subcontroller (see this article), then convert it into an A22-EC (see ...
Understanding intrusion alarm integration in the ATRIUM software
Introduction This integration allows you to arm/disarm an intrusion detection system (burglar alarm) with a card. The intrusion detection system must support key switch arming. These are the options and advantages when you implement this feature: ...
How to manage cameras in the ATRIUM software
Introduction See who is at the door and what is happening within ATRIUM’s web page. Up to ten IP cameras can be associated to a controller and expanders. Configuring the camera is done via ATRIUM’s software or web page. Supported IP cameras: AXIS ...
Managing email notifications in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Email notifications are used to notify the recipient of this e-mail on the status of the system. You can choose which schedule, the type of entity and any specific event you wish to receive email notification. You must configure email ...
Understanding macros, macro counters, and macro timers in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Macros are used to cause an action on a device when triggering on an event. The macro instructs a device to perform a specific action like Activate Relay, Lock Door (Latched), etc. The ATRIUM application allows the creation of a macro by ...
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 ...
Configuring tamper switches in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Tamper switches detect when a controller cabinet door is opened or when the cabinet is removed from the wall. Each controller and expander may have 2 tamper switches per cabinet: a wall and a door tamper switch. However, even when both ...
Setting up bells in the ATRIUM software
Introduction The ATRIUM controller provides one bell output that can be used to drive one or several bells connected in parallel. Refer to the 2-Door Controller instruction manual for more information. From the Hardware tab, click on the Bells icon. ...
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 ...
Using the system overview in the ATRIUM software
Introduction The System Overview displays and allows management of all ATRIUM modules within the access control system. From the System Overview it is possible to see and control the inputs, outputs, readers, doors, areas, door locks, relays, bell ...
Using & managing reports in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Generate reports for a specific period of time, user, door and/or area. Reports can also be printed and saved. From the Dashboard tab, click on the Reports tab. From this page reports may be generated, viewed, printed and saved. For ...
How to understand and use events in the ATRIUM software
Introduction The Events section reports each event that occurs in the system in real-time. A specific event can be programmed to perform an action using macros; refer to the Macros section in this article for more information. The Events window lists ...
Understanding inputs and outputs in the ATRIUM software
Inputs Introduction Typically, inputs are used to monitor the status of door contacts and request for exit devices installed on the controlled door. Inputs can activate relays, reader outputs or bell outputs through the use of macros. Each controller ...
Managing relays in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Typically, relays are used to activate alarm sounders or other devices such as lighting control units and air conditioners. Relays are controlled using macros. For example, a relay can be activated by a macro when the trigger event ...
Understanding doors in the ATRIUM software
Overview The term door refers to any access point controlled by a reader and/or keypad such as a door, turnstile, gate, and wireless or wired door handles. To control entry and exit through an access point (door), a reader and/or keypad can be used ...
Managing access level groups in the ATRIUM software
Access levels groups determine which access levels a user with Operator rights will have access to create users and cards. This is done by creating a group of access levels. In order to define access level groups, you must first create Access Levels ...
Managing access levels in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Access levels determine which areas in the building a user will have access to and during which schedules. This is done by enabling the access level and then assigning a schedule to each area. In order to define access levels, you must ...
Understanding areas in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Programming areas determines the different access rooms that will be controlled by the ATRIUM system. Once defined, an area can be assigned to an access level, which can in turn be assigned to one or more users/card holders. Areas are ...
How to define and manage schedules in the ATRIUM software
Introduction A schedule can be used to unlock doors, control access to areas, and much more. Schedules play an important role in the operation of many ATRIUM functions and are widely used throughout the software (see the Where Schedules Can be Used ...
How to define and manage holidays in the ATRIUM software
Introduction Holidays define which days in a year are considered as exceptions. Holidays can be included or excluded from a schedule (see this article for more information). The holiday is defined by selecting both the start date and time, then the ...
Managing credentials in the ATRIUM software
Introduction This section allows you to define details pertaining to access cards and credentials. Cards may be associated to a user directly from the Card Properties window while defining the card, or later from either the Card Properties or User ...
Managing users in the ATRIUM software
Programming a user allows to define the details pertaining to the user. Any individual that needs to access an area (room) must be defined in the system as a user. Once defined, a credential can be assigned to a user. Users Overview From the ...
Understanding the ATRIUM software
This article covers the structure of the main window of the ATRIUM software, including the different windows, menus, and buttons. User Interface Overview The main window of the ATRIUM software is shown below. Menu and Ribbon Buttons The menu gives ...
How to add a sub-controller in the ATRIUM software
This article is about adding a sub-controller. If you need to learn how to add a controller, see this article. To add a second A22 set as a controller, first set the main A22 as a master controller (A22M): From the Hardware tab, click on the System ...
How to add a controller to ATRIUM in the software
For each new account, the following screen is displayed to indicate that a controller needs to be associated with the account. To add a controller, proceed with the following steps. It is highly recommended that you reserve an IP address in the DHCP ...
How to start the ATRIUM software
This section describes how to start the ATRIUM software. If you need to learn how to install or update the ATRIUM software, see this article. Double-click the ATRIUM icon on your desktop or click Start >Programs >CDVI Group >ATRIUM. The first time ...
How do I install/update the ATRIUM software?
To install the ATRIUM software on Windows, you must be logged on with an administrator account. Start the ATRIUM setup either from the supplied USB key or from the hard drive when downloaded from the web. To install from the USB, insert the ATRIUM ...
How do I set up a new user in ATRIUM and assign credentials and access levels?
To set up a new user in the ATRIUM portal and assign them access cards/tags and access levels, follow the steps below. NOTE: In order to complete this process, you will need to pre-load credentials and pre-define access levels. First, open the ATRIUM ...
How do I add a card or tag to my ATRIUM installation from the reader?
To register a new access credential (card/tag) on your ATRIUM system, follow these steps: First, open the ATRIUM web portal on your device. Then, hold the credential you wish to add up to the installed reader. The reader will not recognise the ...
How do I add an access level using the ATRIUM software?
To set up and apply access levels to your installation using the ATRIUM software, follow these steps: First, open the ATRIUM software on your device. Then, in the Dashboard tab, click the Access Levels icon. Click Add. In the dialogue box, enter a ...
How do I add a schedule on the ATRIUM software?
To add a schedule to an ATRIUM controller using the ATRIUM software, follow these steps: First, open the ATRIUM software on the device. Then, click Dashboard in the top menu and click the Schedule icon. Click the Add button to open the Schedule ...
How do I add a controller on the ATRIUM software?
To add a controller to your ATRIUM software, follow these steps: Open up the ATRIUM software. Click Add Controller. When the dialogue box appears, click Auto-Detect to search for nearby available devices. Chose the correct device from the list and ...
My web portal is unresponsive. What should I do?
First, ask your installer whether your ATRIUM system has been set to DHCP, or whether you have been given a fixed IP address. Your installer will then be able to help you troubleshoot your unresponsive portal. If problems persist, please raise a ...
Can I print out events from my web browser?
Yes, you can! This feature is available in every version of ATRIUM from Version 3. If you're not sure which version you are using, ask your installer for advice.
How do I create and apply holidays to a schedule?
Learn how to create and apply holidays to a schedule in the ATRIUM Online Access Control system with this short video.
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