The keypad reader can be set to 4bits, 8bits or 10bits (virtual card number) output format.
4bits, 8bits: output the PIN data after every key is pressed. 10bits: output the PIN data when the last key (#) is pressed

* (User ID) # (Old Password) # (New Password) # (Repeat New Password) #

Standalone access control systems (also known as offline access control) is generally used for small offices or remote locations where complex wiring would be expensive. A small unit is wired onto each individual door you choose to control. However, there is no need to control every door and no need for doors to be connected to a PC network.

A standalone access control system requires these core components: a power supply, an electric lock, a standalone access control unit, an exit push button, and a proximity card or tag (if card access is needed) .

Use fail secure locks for high security areas to keep doors locked during power loss.

When choosing a locking solution for an access control project, a key decision is whether to use a fail-safe or fail-secure lock. Here's their core difference
Fail-safe locks: Unlock when power is removed.
Fail-secure locks: Unlock only when power is applied (stay locked if power fails).

If the software shows the evaluation period has expired, you can resolve it by entering the register code 2004 in the "Register Code" field.

OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) is the modern, secure industry standard replacing the outdated Wiegand protocol for credential readers.

Yes. It's compatible with unencrypted OSDP v1.2, and supports encrypted OSDP v2.0.