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What is a deadbolt and types of a deadbolt lock

Oct

25

2012

Definition of a deadbolt: A deadbolt lock is a form with many names. Some refer to this type of lock with a particular deadbolt latch as a dead lock or deadbolt. A deadbolt is “a lock bolt that is moved by turning a knob or key without action of a spring” – Merriam-Webster Deadbolt differences ...

Change the master code to your door lock.

Oct

24

2011

When first setting up the fingerprint lock, the last thing on your mind is changing the master code. This is a common mistake for many. We become excited about enrolling users and using the lock for access. It is always best to change the master code as soon as you place your lock on the ...

Why add USER ID's into your fingerprint door lock?

Oct

24

2011

Not all, but most locks have the ability to enroll users with User ID’s. (1TouchIQ2, BioBoltX2, LC200) This is the most secure way to enroll many users into an access control product or fingerprint door lock. All businesses are advised to add users in this manner and homes with many users enrolled that are not ...

What is the difference between a deadbolt and a single latch?

Aug

18

2011

here we can tell the difference between a deadbolt and a single latch! The most obvious is where the standard US door is set up. The deadbolt is the lock at the top of the door and the single latch is for the lock space under it.

Biometric Door Lock: 1TouchIQ2 in The National Locksmith Magazine – 2011

May

26

2011

The prominent security industry publication “The National Locksmith Magazine” featured a very thorough and compelling article about the 1Touch IQ2 Biometric door locks in its recent April 2011 edition. A new 2011 1Touch IQ2-AT lock was sent to the author several months before the article was released. Over the following weeks, the state-of-the-art fingerprint door ...

How to Choose Whether to Buy a Left or Right Handed Lock

May

16

2011

Here we can help you determine if you need a Left or Right Handed Lock When deciding if you need a Left or Right Handed Lock, it is best to go to the door directly and stand in front of it, as if you are about to enter through it. Looking into the room you ...

What is the Purpose of Audit Trail Kits?

Feb

25

2011

Before understanding what the function of Audit Trail kits, a definition of Audit Trail is helpful. The World English Dictionary say’s audit trail kits are, “a record of all the transactions or data entries that a person or firm has carried out over a specific period”. But better yet Wikipedia says, “Audit trail or audit ...

New Videos to help answer Fingerprint Door Lock questions!

Jul

7

2009

We just set up a Facebook page that will house all kinds of videos, pictures & other information for people to check out. We get a lot of calls & emails asking about our different Fingerprint Door Lock products. As everyone knows ” a picture is worth a 1000 words” so these videos should speak ...

How do Fingerprint Locks work?

Feb

11

2009

What is a Fingerprint in order to understand Fingerprint Locks? Fingerprint authentication is based, obviously enough, on an individual’s fingerprint, but the print is used in an entirely different manner than in forensic fingerprinting. To appreciate the distinction and understand modern fingerprint authentication, we need to look at the anatomy of a fingerprint. Fingerprints are ...

Welcome to Fingerprintdoorlocks.com Blog Page!

Oct

21

2008

Over the last 3 years the need for keyless door locks is on the rise. Not only do our Fingerprint lock products offer you the best security but also allows for easy and convenient access into your home or business. We stock all the products you see on our site in our warehouse. So when ...