Access control
Access control is a cloud service on the VSaaS platform that provides centralized management of access to a designated area. Administrators can manage the service from each location's interface. The service brings together access equipment management, user access configuration, access settings, and event monitoring in a single interface, regardless of the type or manufacturer of the connected equipment. The Access point is a logical instance of the Access control service.
Access point
An Access point is the core element of the Access control service. It is a logical instance on the platform that connects a physical access zone on-site with the equipment responsible for controlling entry or exit through that zone. A single location may feature multiple access points, such as those designated for entry, exit, vehicle entrance, or vehicle exit. Access points are categorized into the following types: Entrance, Drive-in, Universal, and Defined. This type determines the quantity and combination of connected devices, such as intercoms, BLE readers, and actuators.
Actuator device
An Actuator is a network device that receives commands from the system and controls access mechanisms (either connected to it or built into it), such as electric locks, electromagnetic locks, barriers, gates, turnstiles, and other pedestrian or vehicular access control devices.
BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)
A short-range, low-power wireless technology used in access control systems to enable smartphones to interact with access control devices.
BLE Controller
A BLE controller is an access control system device installed at an entrance to manage the lock. The controller recognizes a user's smartphone via a Bluetooth signal and opens the lock if the user has been granted access rights to the corresponding entrance.
BLE Technology
BLE technology utilizes Bluetooth Low Energy to identify a user's smartphone and transmit data between the smartphone and the access controller. It allows a smartphone to be used as a secure digital key for contactless access.