Front Desk Unit (FDU)
Overview
The FDU is an all-in-one portable device that encodes keycards and programs & audits electronic locks without the need for a separate computer or any IT infrastructure.
With an 8 hour battery backup, the FDU can continue to manage the system even during a power failure. The FDU is ideal for small to mid-scale hotels seeking a simple and
cost effective solution for managing their door locking system.
Compatibility
Compatible with 700-II, Solitaire 710/710-II,
Generation E-760, 770 and 790 locks
Security Features
• Time-based access control system with
user selectable keycard expiry
• Keycard encryption: proprietary and
unique to each installation
• Security: authorization keycard or PIN required
for any FDU operation
• Different authorization levels, ranging from
front desk staff to upper management users
• Setup and audit memory: internal real time
clock with non-volatile memory
System Features
Property Size
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16,000 rooms and 1,000 common door suites (maximum of 8 inner doors per suite)
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Common Areas
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8 guest and 16 staff areas
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Restricted Areas
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200
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Staff Access Levels
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3 Master levels and 5 Sub-Master levels per lock: 255 sections, floors, areas, groups, zones
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Room Number Format
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5 digits numeric
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Keycards Validity Selectable
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From one hour to 7 years
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Pre-registered Guest
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Keycards can be made up to 10 days in advance
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Time Zone
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Predefined time zones available for staff keycards in locks 8 customer defined time zones available for guest, staff & passage option in RAC card readers
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Keycards Read and Encoded
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Low or high coercivity, track 1, 2 or 3 magnetic stripe cards and Mifare Classic
Credentials (4 byte NUID)
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Keycard Handling
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Manual swipe with wide acceptable speed range for magnetic stripe keycard
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Communication Ports
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Serial and USB, for Flash drive and Kaba USB printer
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Communication with Locks
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Programming module
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Communication with Other
FDUs, PMS Interface
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Serial cable
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Firmware
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Upgradeable, via USB
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FDU Characteristics
Mode of Operation
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Encoder for Front Desk or back-of-house (optionally interfaced to PMS), portable Lock Maintenance Unit
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Power Supply
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9V plug-in power supply available for North America, European, U.K. and Australia
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Battery Backup
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Internal, minimum 8-hour duration (unit fully operable) with low battery alarm
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Languages
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English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, German
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Audits
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Last 4000 keycard-making transactions, sorted by room, authorization, or key type
The FDU can store up to 10 lock audits in memory Either type of audit (lock and FDU log) can be reviewed on screen, shared on a PC or printed for record keeping on any standard printer
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Physical Characteristics
Weight
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2 Lbs (0.9Kg)
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Dimensions
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7.2 (W) X 9.5 (L) X 2.2 (H) inches (180 X 240 X 57 mm)
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Housing Construction
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Impact resistant plastic (black), with rubber feet and carrying handles
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Environmental Operating Conditions
Certifications, Approvals and Testing
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1,000,000 swipe life expectancy
Complies with FCC part 15 class A
Complies with the EMC directives 89/336/EEC, CE certified
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Warranty
Standard Factory Warranty
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Two years
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Extended Warranty
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ILCO Service Plans (Platinum, Gold, Silver)
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