Equipment Component Location Considerations

In addition to design considerations, the location of home access control devices and components is also important. Keypad, relay, and sensor location considerations and functionality are discussed in this section.

Keypads

Keypads can be located in any area of a home that is accessible, affords a measure of security, and is convenient for the resident to operate external gates and doors. Keypads are used for programming, controlling, and operating various residential access control and management devices. Regardless of the controller's format (computer keyboard, wall-mounted keypad, or portable handheld unit), it needs to be located where it can be used effectively.

A handheld keypad, such as the example ...

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