5 Features on Your Alarm Lock You May Not Be Using

Using an alarm lock for home security is an excellent idea if you constantly worry about break-ins. This is because normal locks don’t provide adequate peace of mind if you live in an area prone to burglaries. Some of the locks that have become quite popular with homeowners is the alarm lock card access system. Instead of having each member of the family have a copy of the key, which can be a risk, they can use cards or pin codes. Such locks come with some hidden features that may not be apparent to you. Here are some of them.

  1. Cards and Toggle Codes

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A toggle code is a type of code that allows the card users to leave the lock in a closed or open state. With this feature, you can choose to have a specific card, user or pin with the ability to leave a door open for a specific amount of time. This makes it effective for times when you need to move boxes in and out of the premise. You do not need to keep entering the security code or scanning the card through the process. The toggle code also has a feature that allows you to lock the premise earlier than usual or even later.

  1. Card and Pin Access

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Alarm locking systems require users to make use of either pin codes or barcode cards. What most users do not know is that it is possible to request for both card and pin before granting access. If there is a room in your home or office that requires additional security, you can simply set the door to ask for pin and card. Authorized personnel can set individual passwords for access. This ensures that the premise cannot be accessed by an intruder who came across a lost card.

  1. Upgrading to Wireless

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Nowadays, alarm locks come with wireless features that enable you to manage all your locks from the same database. If you purchased your locks before the wireless features were available, you can always call in a locksmith to help upgrade your existing system. You can have a new wireless system installed that will easily work with the existing wireless units. Alternatively, you have the option of upgrading your existing ones to wireless units. This will be a bit more expensive.

  1. Audit Trails

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It is possible for you to get reports and data from your alarm lock system. Audit trails allow you get information such as the number of entries made and also the number of denied requests. This makes it possible for you to learn of any system vulnerabilities and address them promptly.

  1. One Time Access Codes

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If you want to give someone access to your home without having to come back later to revoke their access, you can always give them an access code that expires after one use. This means that the person can only open the door once after which their access code stops working. This handy little feature comes in handy when you have someone making a delivery to your home when you’re not around or if you need a contractor to come over for a one-time job.