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Salto
For the ultimate in flexibility, the SALTO Virtual Network (SVN) can only be matched with an expensive hard-wired or Wi-Fi network necessary to communicate between the key readers. Salto's alternative utilises a unique combination of readers, some of which are 'live' on the system and others that are stand-alone, avoiding the need to install expensive infrastructure.
The SVN maintains data flow between the controlling software and the offline readers without needing to be wired, or connected by infrared or Wi-Fi communications. Instead of expensive data infrastructure, communication is encrypted and stored on the 'intelligent' RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) key. By using two-way communication between the key and reader, it transports the necessary data to the offline readers, and is updated automatically by online readers. This is ideal for systems spread across especially large areas such as campuses, or across several locations.
As well the key being updated with current data at on-line readers, there can also be data 'Hot-Spots' at high traffic locations within the campus. The 'Hot-Spots' receive and transmit data to the keys that update user, staff and even contractor access information, which is then transmitted onto the off-line readers as soon as they are used. This system enables full control of access from a central station, without needing complex, expensive and insecure network communications.
This two way communication can also transmit auditing, attendance, and timekeeping information back to the central system automatically.
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