Working with access control panels that use binary addressing or DIP switches can make device addressing unnecessarily time-consuming—especially when you need to convert between decimal addresses and individual switch positions. I created this Binary Addressing... Read More »

Every access control project comes down to this one entity. You can have a healthy unit, clean wiring, and a full cardholder database, but until the door is created and configured correctly in Config Tool,... Read More »

If you work in physical security long enough, you’ll eventually hear the question: “Should we go with Kantech EntraPass or Genetec Security Center?” Both are established security platforms, but they are designed around different approaches... Read More »

If you’re just getting started with Genetec Security Center, one of the most common points of confusion is understanding what the platform actually is before you start configuring devices. Most tutorials jump straight into adding... Read More »

Access control credentials are often seen as a simple component of a security system — a card, a fob, or a mobile app used to unlock doors.In reality, credentials are one of the most critical... Read More »

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