Front Desk Units - Using and Programming
Kaba Ilco Lodging Access Control System 33
Steps to transfer data to another FDU:
1. Label the two Front Desk Units to differentiate the one that must receive the data
(new) from the one that must send the data (old or Master FDU).
2. As a property may have previous versions of Kaba’s FDU system as well as the new
generation model different types of cables may be required for the FDU to FDU
transfer. If the version of FDU is unknown please contact Kaba Technical Support.
Based on the table below, connect the required FDU to FDU communication cable to
the Serial Port on the rear panel of each Front Desk Unit.
Sending FDU version Receiving FDU version Required cable
Previous Generation Previous Generation Straight serial cable
Previous Generation Next Generation Straight serial cable
Next Generation Previous Generation Null modem cable
Next Generation Next Generation Null modem cable
3. On the FDU that will receive data, swipe a keycard having a GMA or MA authorized
user level.
4. Press 8, or use the down <T> arrow followed by < > to reach the “Programming
FDU/Lock” menu.
5. Press 2, or use the down <T> arrow followed by < > to reach the “Another FDU”
menu.
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