General access control features for a RF access control system

摘要

A wireless access control system including a Wireless Access Point Module (WAPM) that provides automatic determination of reader interface. Thus, the WAPM may be employed with any of a variety of external identity readers and may operate with the readers right away, without external reprogramming. Additionally, the WAPM may use encrypted RF transmissions in transmitting data to a Wireless Panel Interface Module (WPIM). Additionally, the WAPM may be placed in an extended unlock mode for areas where unsecured access it to be allowed for a specified time, such as during business hours.