Our equipment has Wiegand, Serial and USB communication ports that can transmit a credential to an access controller. A terminal application is needed for configuration changes and to access the internal reader log file. For a terminal program we recommend and include TeraTerm Pro with new readers; another popular terminal option is PuTTY.
We do not currently have our own access control software to use along with our BAI Readers and Decals. For access control software options you'll want to consult with a trained access control integrator that can tie all of your surveillance and security products together into a complete solution for your needs.
Barcode Automation, inc. (BAi) products are considered open access products. This allows BAi Readers and Barcode Decal credentials to be integrated into any access control system. We do not place limitations on developers, nor is there any licensing fee to use our equipment.
Our flexible hardware is designed and manufactured to be easily integrated into existing and emerging security solutions. This means our equipment will work with today's systems but also on any future systems, eliminating the need to replace the Reader or Credentials when you upgrade your controllers or software.
We offer partnership and support to OEMs and software developers wanting to test and integrate with our Readers. For information please contact us.
As we mention on our Visitor Management Software article, many new companies seeking to enter this market come from a software only background. We do not provide an API at this time as we do not have any built-in software. Our Readers typically connect with an access controller via Wiegand 26 bit communication. If you choose a telephone entry system or control panel there may be an API; it depends on the individual controller you utilize.
VillageWalk at Lake Nona
BA-440 controlling access at a gated HOA BA-440 DualBeam Barcode Reader identifying a pickup truck for access control BA-440 DualBeam Barcode Reader identifies vehicles in the rain in Orlando FL VillageWalk at Lake Nona has four BAi Barcode Readers.
Knights Circle - UCF Affiliated Housing
Barcode Automation’s system provided the solution for this because the students can’t share the decal and we deactivate them when they leave. Our installer was able to connect all four of our Barcode Readers to one control system.
Case Study at SUNY Maritime College
SUNY Maritime Academy needed a reliable and economical solution to automate their entry system. They also needed it to work with their existing components and records. BAi met all of their requirements and has been in use at the college since 2004.
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