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The RFID Reader in the PIERRE Partner app enhances access control and can be integrated into smart home automation systems for added convenience and security.
Key Features:
1. Adding an RFID Reader:
- To add an RFID reader, select the appropriate Controller, navigate to the Configurable I/O tab, and choose RFID Access Control as the type. Fill in the form with details such as Name, Role, and upload a photo. Enter the Identifier (this links the I/O in the electrical project), D0 (used for identifying the I/O), D1 (for transmitting data from the RFID reader to the Controller), and the Feedback Pin (used to indicate whether the RFID reading was successful). Confirm by tapping Submit and Save.
2. Editing an RFID Reader:
- To edit an RFID reader, navigate to the Controller, go to the Outputs tab, and select the RFID reader from the list. You can edit fields such as Name, Role, Identifier, D0, D1, and Feedback Pin. Confirm changes by tapping Submit and Done.
3. Automated Scenarios:
- The RFID reader can be part of an automated scenario, such as unlocking a door when the RFID reader is activated. This integration enhances security and provides hands-free access control.
4. Seamless Integration:
- The RFID reader seamlessly integrates with other smart devices, allowing for flexible automation and enhanced access control within the PIERRE system.
The RFID reader in the PIERRE Partner app offers advanced access control solutions and can be customized for various automated scenarios, improving the security and efficiency of your smart home.
In order to add new RFID reader you should choose Controller first.
Tap on the Controller that you would like to add new I/O to.
To edit the I/O, click on the Controller to which the I/O is added.
Tap on the Configurable I/O tab.
Tap on the Add button.
Choose type - From the list choose the device that you would like to add.
Scroll to the desired I/O from the list that you would like to add and tap on it.
Fill the following form in order to add New RFID reader:
- Name - Write the name of the RFID reader.
- Roles - Select the Role from the list.
- Change photo - Tap on the photo in order to change it.
- Identifier - Enter the identifier of the I/O in the electrical project in this field.
- D0 - It is used to send data from the RFID reader to a Controller.
- D1- It is used to send data from the RFID reader to a Controller.
- Feedback Pin - It is used to provide feedback on the success or failure at the RFID reading process.
To confirm tap Submit/Save.
You can select desired Role or Roles - multiple choice if you tap on the checkboxes next to them.
Tap on Save/Done.
Tap on the photo of the RFID reader.
You have tree options:
- Open Library - This opens the phone’s Library.
- Open Camera - Take a picture using your smartphone.
- Choose Default Image - Select from predefined images.
D0 - Used to send data from the RFID reader to a controller.
(Choose PIN when you click in the field D0 and click button Done at the end).
D0 is one of the basic communication pins for the Wiegand protocol.
D1 - Used to send data from the RFID reader to a controller.
(Choose PIN when you click in the field D1 and click button Done at the end).
D1 is one of the basic communication pins for the Wiegand protocol.
Feedback PIN - Used to provide feedback on the success or failure of the RFID reading process.
The devices has light that flashes red. When access is approved (in cases that RFID card or PIN is used) light flashes green.
Click in the field Feedback Pin and Choose Pin.
To confirm your choice tap the button Done.
RFID reader's settings can be edited in a few steps.
Tap on the Controller that you would like to add new I/O to.
To edit the I/O, click on the Controller to which the I/O is added.
Scroll through the list and tap on the I/O from the list that you would like to edit, in this case on the RFID reader.
Edit following form:
Edit the following form:
- Name - Edit the name of the RFID reader.
- Roles - Select the Role from the list.
- Change photo - Tap on the photo in order to change it.
- Identifier - Enter the identifier of the I/O in the electrical project in this field.
- D0 - It is used to send data from the RFID reader to a Controller.
- D1 - It is used to send data from the RFID reader to a Controller.
- Feedback Pin - It is used to provide feedback on the success or failure at the RFID reading process.
To confirm tap Submit/Save, or if you want to delete RFID reader tap the button Delete.
For more steps click on this link: https://wiki.smartpierre.com/pierre-partner-application/configurable-ios/rfid-reader-pierre-partner-app#step-screenshot_item-139
