Axis Communications releases network door controller

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by Shane Henson — October 14, 2013—Axis Communications, a Sweden-based company providing network video products to businesses worldwide, recently announced that it has entered the physical access control market with the launch of its AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller, an offering featuring built-in Web-based software.

According to the company, the AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller is the first non-proprietary and open Internet protocol (IP)-based access controller on the market. It is a platform for two different solutions. AXIS Entry Manager (AXIS A1001 with built-in software) is a ready-made solution for small to mid-sized businesses such as offices, industries and retail stores—with typically 10 doors and basic access control requirements.

For larger enterprise systems, AXIS A1001’s open application programming interface enables Axis’ Application Development Partners (ADP) to meet specific customer requirements. Initially, Axis ADP partners Aimetis, Genetec, IMRON, Milestone Systems, Next Level Security Systems and OnSSI are engaged in the development of solutions, which include video integration and advanced access control functionality.

Features of the AXIS A1001 Network Door Controller include:

  • Open architecture that allows easy integration of video, intrusion detection, and other systems;
  • Support for power-over-ethernet to reduce the need for separate power cables and proprietary cables;
  • Automatic storage of cardholder data and system configurations and synchronization between controllers, and ability to manage the units from any computer in the system;
  • Enabler for an “edge” solution with one controller for each door and a fixed price per door—fully scalable, eliminating the traditional central controller multiple of four, six, 16, or 32 doors;
  • Support for most existing reader protocols and reader types, and standard information technology (IT) and security equipment such as door locks and door position sensors; and
  • Installation wizard and color-coded connectors that help users to complete the installation and verify that door locks and readers and other equipment are connected properly.