Re: Looking of a door access system

["ABLE_1" <royboynospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I see that Continental is connected to Napco.  I will most likely stay with
Keri at this time.  I don't need the mental pressure of learning a new
system.  The grey matter can only retain so much and I am losing cells at a
rapid pace as it is.  Thanks for the insight.

Les


"Roland Moore" <roland@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
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> The plastic box unit were made about 8 or 9 years ago I would guess. I see
> from their web site that the Keri software doesn't require much horse
> power. That is great for when the customer says "will this old computer
> do?" If you really like a brand of access control you shouldn't be afraid
> of becoming a dealer. The minimum purchase thing varies a lot from
> manufacturer to manufacturer. AMAG is serious about giving you the boot if
> you don't hit your numbers (usually 50K). Other than that most
> manufacturers will work with you if you get hung up in a big project and
> sales fall off for a while. Sometimes you get leads from the manufacturer,
> even when you don't especially want them.
> If you ever want to look at another brand, and like the flavor of Keri you
> might want to take a peek at Continental Instruments Access. It doesn't
> have free software, but it has a lot of bang for the buck.
>
> "ABLE_1" <royboynospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
> news:c6WdnX-g06fNGJXbnZ2dnUVZ_qarnZ2d@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> Roland,
>>
>> I have installed the PXL500 system from Keri Systems.  Actually have 4
>> units in 4 different towns all connected and controlled from one
>> location. Not sure what you mean about   "low end gear (all plastic
>> control housings)". Unless you are talking about some other model that I
>> am not aware about.
>>
>> The reasons I chose the PXL500 when I did was for a number of reasons.
>> The main reason was I did not have to become an 'authorized dealer' with
>> a required training course and a minimum purchase.  Second the system
>> could do what the customer wanted and for a good price when compared with
>> others. Another reason was the software (Doors) was a free download from
>> there website.  And last the tech support was very helpful before I
>> purchased as well as after the system was installed.  All very
>> important!!!
>>
>> The install was easy but did have some issue during the network setup
>> that was mostly due to my ignorance with networks.  Once I got the jist
>> of the procedure all went well and when I had a snag the tech guys got my
>> fat out of the fryer.
>>
>> Except for a couple of "out of my control" issues the systems have been
>> working fine for over 2 years now.
>>
>> With this new project it seems that the free standing system may not
>> happen and I will be spec'ing the PXL500.  The price is only going to be
>> about $200 more.  And it will do everything the customer wants it to do
>> and more.
>>
>> Hope this helps with your knowledge base.
>>
>> Have a good day.
>>
>> Les
>>
>>
>>
>>
>> "Roland Moore" <roland@xxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>> news:4607e2fe$0$8918$4c368faf@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>> >PXL500 from Keri System.
>>>
>>> I have never installed a Keri System, I have only worked on a few. The
>>> ones I worked on looked like low end gear (all plastic control
>>> housings) and had lots of problems. I don't know if the problems were
>>> installer realted or not (there were lots of com problems between
>>> computer and panels and outright panel failures). If you use Keri what
>>> are the pluses you've found compared to other manufacturers access
>>> control gear?
>>> Here are some I am familiar with (trained on most) if you can find a
>>> like fit and compare it to any of these:
>>> Software House (iSTAR Pro)
>>> AMAG (MDU and 2100)
>>> Infographic Systems (GE) Sapphire Pro (ACU2)
>>> Continental Instruments Access 3000 (Super 2)
>>> Northern Computers - Honeywell (N 1000 II & NStar)
>>> Kantech (KT-200)
>>> CEM (All)
>>> Bosch (Access Easy)
>>> Brivo (3400 & 5000)
>>> KeySacn (All Panels)
>>> Card Key (all - up to CK 720)
>>>
>>> Keri doesn't seem to have a big footprint in this area. I never get to
>>> see the gear before someone else puts thir paws on it, so I have never
>>> had a fair look at it.
>>>
>>> "ABLE_1" <royboynospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>>> news:VrGdncteb8UjTprbnZ2dnUVZ_oOknZ2d@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>> Thanks to those that have replied.  I now have some new info and
>>>> parameters to work with.
>>>>
>>>> It seems that the IEI ProxPad Plus can change the 9-5 default
>>>> auto-unlock function thru the software only.  Thru the keypad is not an
>>>> option for this function.
>>>>
>>>> However because of some new parameters being placed on this project by
>>>> the customer I may have to go to a full Access Control system such as
>>>> the PXL500 from Keri System.
>>>>
>>>> Again thanks for all the input.
>>>>
>>>> Have a good day.
>>>>
>>>> Les
>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>> "ABLE_1" <royboynospam@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message
>>>> news:ac6dnQSyOvm8oZnbnZ2dnUVZ_hGdnZ2d@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>>>>> Hello all,
>>>>>
>>>>> I have a project that requires a free standing single door card access
>>>>> system.  My one choice is the IEI ProxPad Plus however it has some
>>>>> shortfalls and will not do all desired.
>>>>>
>>>>> Here is what I am looking for and was wondering if there is a mfg or
>>>>> model that can do it all.
>>>>>
>>>>> Single Door System maybe expandable but not required.
>>>>>
>>>>> Program and Add/Delete cards thru keypad without the use of a PC
>>>>>
>>>>> Can connect PC if desired
>>>>>
>>>>> 100 plus cards capacity
>>>>>
>>>>> Time schedule to unlock door on flexible schedule M-F 8-5
>>>>>
>>>>> New DST schedule or flexible
>>>>>
>>>>> Remote mount reader if desired
>>>>>
>>>>> Anyone know what system may meet the above requirements???
>>>>>
>>>>> TIA
>>>>>
>>>>> Les
>>>>>
>>>>>
>>>>
>>>>
>>>
>>>
>>
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