User's Guide

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Chapter 5
Using the Terminal
emerald is always in one of three modes: Door mode, Free access mode or Locked down
mode. Each mode defines the terminal’s function and behaviour at the door.
You can see which mode the terminal is in by the Home screen display.
Door mode
The door enables access to all valid cardholders after their card is swiped.
Free access mode
In Free access mode, no card swipe is necessary as the door is unlocked.
Locked down mode
In Locked down mode the door is locked and no access is allowed.
Door mode Free access mode Locked down mode