The all new Elid EL2300 access controllers include the latest security technology including key hardware upgrades, more memory and communication

The Elid EL2300 series of card access controller is developed as a third generation successor to the popular EL2000 / EL2200 series. ELID has sold tens of thousands of these controllers over a period spanning more than 15 years. The series has earned a reputation as one of the most reliable and versatile controllers in the market.

In the EL2300, ELID has made key hardware upgrades on the MCU, memory, and communication, using the latest technology advancement, while retaining the familiar user interface and programming steps of EL2200, so as to reduce learning-time for existing users to a minimum.

Multiple modes of operation

The Elid EL2300 access controller can operate in PIN mode, CARD mode, or CARD+PIN mode. In CARD+PIN mode, the PIN can be generated by an internal algorithm, or set by the user. A card can be de-registered if wrong PIN is repeatedly entered. All modes of operation are subjected to time zone constraints. 10 time zones are provided, and each time zone has an 8-day schedule (7 weekdays + 1 holiday) with 2 start/stop periods per day.

Doors can be programmed to be unlocked automatically by timers. Changing from CARD to CARD+PIN mode can also be automatically activated by timers.
Up to 20 holidays can pre-programmed into the controller, and a separate access routine set for holidays.

Wide range of readers

EL2300 is designed to work with a wide choice of signals from various types of standard readers. This include F2F signals (magnetic readers), raw optical signals (bar code readers), and Wiegand signals (proximity and smart card readers). For each type of reader, users can select different formats. For example, for Wiegand signals, 4 different formats can be selected:-26-bit standard format, HID Corporate 2000 format, ELI format, user-define format For bar code, 2 formats can be selected: 2 of 5 interleaved, and 3 of 9 For magnetic, 2 formats can be selected: ELID and ABA.

Interactive Reader Keypad Display

The Elid EL2300 access controllers are designed to work specifically with ELID’s serial readers which are equipped with 7-segment or LCD display and keypad. The display is to improve feedback to users.

For example, if the controller is waiting for PIN to be entered, the display will show “PIN”. If a card is rejected, because of wrong time zone, the display will show E-CA (Error in Category). If a card is rejected because of antipassback, it will show E-AP. LCD version of the keypad/reader EK8G will display English or Chinese text in full.

Friendly Programming

EL2300 access controllers have a built-in LCD display with ability to display 2x20 alpha-numeric characters, and a 16-key keypad. All user programmable commands may be entered through the keypad guided by clear instructions in English. During normal operation, the LCD display will show the present status of the controller.

Large Database

Depending on the model and set-up selections, the EL2300 access controller can store up to 25,000 user ID card numbers.For secure applications, cards can be assigned to 2 separate groups, and access is only granted when 2 cards from different groups are successively swiped. Apart from normal user ID cards, it also distinguishes Special Cards, which can perform alarm arming/disarming functions, and activation / deactivation of outputs. The EL2300 access controller recognizes 22 different types of activities (such as “valid entry, ‘door forced open’, ‘wrong PIN’ etc). It records each transaction with date, time, and card number. Depending on setting, up to 10,000 transactions can be stored. These transactions can be retrieved by a PC or directly printed out to a serial printer.

Versatile Inputs and Outputs

The Elid EL2300 access controller comes with 2 non-supervised inputs and 6 opencollector outputs. The inputs may be used for monitoring status or alarm signals. The outputs can be timer controlled or event controlled. In the timer mode, it is activated by an 8-day time zone. In the event-controlled mode, the user can select what event or combination of events to activate a specific output. Any of the 22 events recognized by EL2300 can be used to set the formula.

Flexible Networking

The Elid EL2300 access controllers are equipped with multi-drop, RS485 and LAN. For multi-drop and RS485 mode, up to 16 units can be connected together to form one bus. Address setting in each controller is then used to distinguish one controller from another. If LAN is used, the controller is distinguished by its IP address plus its unit address. This method of communication is used in most of ELID's standard equipment, and so different models can continue to work together when connected to the same bus.

Wide Choice of Software Programs

ELID has a wide range of Access Management software that can work with EL2300 and other controllers like EL1330, EL370 and EL360. EsofWIN X3 is an entry level Access Management software available free of charge and is able to control 16 doors. It offers basic access management functions and simple time attendance functions. E.WIN is a powerful Access Management software that allows control of up to 128 controllers. It can directly communicate with EL2300 over WAN. It also has lift-floor access management and time management capability. E.NET is an integrated Access Management Security software, and can control up to 1024 controllers, with sophisticated access and intrusion alarm functions. It is compatible with the EL2300.

For further information on the Elid EL2300 access controllers contact Seadan Security on 1300 366 851 or email: seadan@seadan.com.au