MC16 Operating Manual 09.01.2020
Function Keys
Function Key represents additional, non-numeric key (F1, F2, F3, F4, *, #) which is available on keypad of
some of MCT series readers, PRT series readers and other dedicated terminals. The status of key is
monitored and when changed then action can be started by controller. Type of action depends on the
function assigned to particular key (e.g. T&A Mode selection, arming, etc.) One or more functions can be
assigned to single key. When multifunction key is applied then its triggering may start multiple actions in the
system. More information on multifunction lines is given in AN010 application note. The controller can
recognize normal and long key pressing and each can be assigned with individual function (short and long
pressing requires additional low level configuration of the terminal). Additionally, in order to use a key in the
system it may be necessary to authenticate user at selected Access Point (reader).
Area General
Text box Name – enables to name the key.
Text box Description – enables to enter custom description for the key.
Area Object
Parameter Name – enables selection of device with keypad (KBD object).
Parameter Key Code – enables selection of physical key on keypad.
Info box Device – specifies device with selected key.
Info box Label – specifies type of object.
Info box Comment – displays comment which was assigned to the keypad during low level configuration.
Info box Type – specifies type of keypad.
Info box IP Address – specifies IP address of host device (controller).
Info box RS Address – specifies RS485 address of device with the key.
Area Additional Options
Parameter Activity Schedule – enables assignment of schedule to specify when key can be used. It
requires earlier defining of General Purpose Maintained type Schedule.
Parameter Authentication Point – specifies Access Point where user must authenticate before the key is
used. Such authentication requirement is configured in the area Authentication and Authorisation Options
when the key is assigned to particular object (e.g. Access Door).
Option Multifunction – when the option is enabled then it is possible to specify the maximal number
functions for assignment to the key.
Parameter Function Limit – specifies the maximal number of functions for assignment to the key.
Parameter Key Press Type – specifies key pressing method. By default normal pressing is available. Long
pressing requires additional low level configuration of the terminal. Available values:
Short Press – key pressing for less than 2 s (by default).
Long Press – key pressing for more than 2 s (by default).
Area Events
Option Register event when key is used – when the option is enabled then key pressing will generate an
event in the system.
Parameter Function Key Event – enables to indicate what event is generated in the system when the key
is used. It could be default event [660] or any other administrator defined event.
Option Register event when input is switched OFF – when the option is enabled then input releasing will
Function Key object can be further configured, mainly in regard of its function on the level of other objects
e.g. Access Door. Other parameters for such configuration are given below, while parameters specific for
particular function are explained in the description of such function in the table 5.
Area General
Parameter Function Key – enables to select Function Key object.
Parameter Function – enables to select function for the key. The list of all available functions is given in the
table 5 below.
Parameter Parameter – specifies parameter of selected function. It is available for some functions only.
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