Configuring Generic Readers

To configure a generic reader, follow this procedure.

Step 1            From the Doors menu, click Generic Readers.

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Step 2            The Generic Reader window opens. Click Add.

Enter the following fields:

·         Name (alpha-numeric characters)

·         ID (numeric)

Select values from the following drop-down lists:

·         Generic reader type

Note        This option should be used when using Microsoft Active Directory. Two types of generic readers are configurable. These are face detection (used for facial recognition devices) and biometric (for all other devices like fingerprint readers).

·         Generic reader category

·         Hierarchical location

For the ADA enabled option, click the Yes radio button.

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Tip             Ensure that Name and ID are similar.

Step 3            Click Save and Close. The Reader information is listed in the Generic Reader window.

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Note     Only users with Admin rights are permitted to configure generic readers.

 

See also:

Multifactor Authentication