Whilst Entrowatch is an entry-mid level product, it offers almost limitless scalability, allowing it to grow with your requirements. This UK-designed product recently won the 2013 best new access control hardware and software award from the SIA at ISC West in Las Vegas.

Entrostar is the world's first open protocol PoE/PoE+ enabled access controller unit, supporting 2 doors and up to 4 readers. Its key benefits include PoE and PoE+, so in most cases there is no need for expensive 230v mains at the door. The native BACnet protocol allows true ‘plug and play’ functionality, simplifying third party integration. It is available in a sturdy enclosure with or without a high quality PSU, both covered by a 3 year warranty. The unit features both advanced diagnostics LEDs to further reduce installation time, and advanced anti-tamper protection. It can be utilised with any wiegand compatible readers, including HID and it benefits from automatic detection and configuration of facility codes. It is equipped with standard CAT5 cable for readers which plug straight into Entrostar to save even more time.

The powerful EntroWatch software comes free with the controllers is able to automatically discover Entrostar controllers, so hardly any configuration needed. According to the company it is the first access controller software with a Windows 8 look and feel, with an easy tile layout making it very easy to navigate – any menu is only 2 clicks away. Features include integral ID badge management, interactive site maps, easy roll call with an "On Site" feature and it is available in multiple languages.

Gareth Ellams, Divisional Director for access control at Norbain, comments: “Entrostar and Entrowatch give a fresh approach to the access control market, introducing some truly innovative products that offer a great new set of features and benefits. By adding a free Entrowatch licence into the offering, users can benefit from simple yet powerful access, display and ID badge management.”