ACCESS CONTROL

摘要

An access control system for controlling access to a restricted area or space using proximity detection of a portable control unit has a manually operated switch (18) that operates in conjunction with the proximity detection. When a control unit is sensed within range of a detection means, the switch is enabled so that subsequent actuation facilitates entry to the area or space. The space may be the interior of a vehicle, and the access control is a door (20) with a handle (12), movement of which in a defined direction operates the switch (18) to allow the door (20) to be opened by the handle (12). The switch (18) can also be used to lock the door (12).