The MFI is a multifunction interface module that can serve as a card reader, interface, input or output module. The MFI is connected by standard RS485 cabling that enables a low cost solution for extending your onsite access control.
- Configuration > Edge controllers is displayed.
- Select a controller from the list.
- In the MFI 1 tab, click Edit. You have the following parameter:
- Serial number: It displays the serial number of the MFI device.
- Status: It displays the current status of the MFI device. A green checkmark indicates that the device is online, while a red exclamation mark shows that it's offline. The status Unknown means that the status of controller is offline.
- In the Door (Inactive) section, perform the following steps:
- Name: Enter a name of the door.
- Card reader: Enter a name of the card reader. Repeat this step for the second card reader of the door, if used.
- REX button (IN #): If enabled, the passback button can be connected to the corresponding input.
- Door contact (IN #): If enabled, the door status (e.g. door held, doors forced or door closed) is activated if the door contact is connected to the corresponding input.
- Upon entering data, the section heading changes, indicating that the door is now active.
- Repeat the previous step for any additional door.
- If there are multiple MFIs, repeat the previous step in the MFI 2 tab.
- Click Save.
- To discard and not save your changes, click Cancel.
- Once the configuration is complete, a door entry for each card reader configured is automatically created and appears under Configuration > Doors.
- All configuration changes are logged under Operation > Activities.