Card Management of 2-Wire Outdoor Station – Direct-Call Button

In modern apartment and villa intercom systems, card-based access has become an essential feature. It eliminates the need for physical keys, simplifies access management for property managers, and provides residents with a convenient, secure way to enter their building. For 2-wire direct-call outdoor stations, card management is both powerful and straightforward – allowing administrators to register, manage, and revoke access cards with ease.

This guide covers everything you need to know about card management for FARHD’s 2-wire direct-call outdoor stations – from the types of cards supported to step-by-step instructions for adding and deleting cards.

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Why Card Access Matters

Traditional keys are easy to lose, difficult to manage, and impossible to remotely revoke. Card-based access solves all of these problems:

• Keyless convenience – Residents simply tap their card to enter
• Централизованное управление – Property managers can issue and revoke cards instantly
• Повышенная безопасность – Lost cards can be deactivated immediately
• Audit trail – Access events can be logged for security monitoring

For multi-tenant buildings, card management is not just a convenience – it’s a necessity.

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Supported Card Types

FARHD’s 2-wire direct-call outdoor stations support multiple credential types to accommodate different user preferences and security requirements:

Credential Type	Описание	Лучшее для
IC Card (13.56MHz)	Standard RFID cards compatible with most access control systems	Daily use by residents – tap and enter
ID Card (125kHz)	Legacy card format, still widely used in older systems	Buildings with existing ID card infrastructure
Mobile NFC	Use a smartphone as a digital key	Tech-savvy residents who always carry their phone

The outdoor panel supports tap-to-enter functionality – residents simply present their registered card to the card reader area on the outdoor station to unlock the door.

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Accessing Card Management

Card management is typically accessed through the indoor monitor’s settings menu (for systems with an indoor monitor) or directly on the outdoor station itself (for standalone configurations).

Via Indoor Monitor (Recommended Method)

1. From the indoor monitor’s main interface, navigate to the settings icon
2. Выберите “Card Management” from the system settings menu
3. Enter the admin password (factory default: 666666)
4. You will then have access to add or delete cards

Default password: 666666

For security, it is strongly recommended to change the default password after initial setup. Most systems allow password changes through the settings menu. If the password is reset, it will return to the factory default: 666666.

Via Dedicated Management Cards (Alternative Method)

Some 2-wire systems also support card management using physical management cards:

• An “Add Card” management card to enter registration mode
• A “Delete Card” management card to enter deletion mode

Once in the appropriate mode, present the user cards to be registered or deleted. This method is useful for quick on-site management without accessing the indoor monitor menu.

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Adding a New Card

Method 1: Via Indoor Monitor Menu

1. Доступ Card Management in the indoor monitor settings (enter admin password)
2. Tap the “Add” icon to enter card-swiping mode
3. Present the new card to the card reader on the outdoor station
4. The system will register the card and confirm successful addition
5. Tap the “Return” icon to view the newly added card in the list

Method 2: Via Management Card (if supported)

1. Present the “Add Card” management card to the outdoor station’s card reader
2. The system enters registration mode
3. Present each new user card to be registered
4. Present the management card again to exit registration mode

Примечание: User cards must be registered before they can be used to unlock the door. Once registered, simply tapping the card to the outdoor station’s card reader area will unlock the door.

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Deleting a Card

Method 1: Via Indoor Monitor Menu

1. Доступ Card Management in the indoor monitor settings (enter admin password)
2. Tap the “Delete” icon to enter card-swiping mode
3. Present the card to be deleted to the outdoor station’s card reader
4. The system will remove the card from the registered list
5. Tap the “Return” icon to view the updated card list, or tap on the specific card number to delete it

Method 2: Via Management Card (if supported)

1. Present the “Delete Card” management card to the outdoor station’s card reader
2. The system enters deletion mode
3. Present each user card to be deleted
4. Present the management card again to exit deletion mode

Важно: Once a card is deleted, it cannot be used to open the door. If the card needs to be re-activated, it must be re-registered through the add card process.

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Additional Card Management Features

Bulk Operations

Some systems support bulk card management – allowing administrators to:

• Import/export card lists via software
• Assign cards to specific rooms or residents
• Generate access reports for security audits

Card Capacity

The number of cards a system can manage depends on the specific model. Some systems support up to 200 cards, while others can handle 1000 or more user cards. For large apartment buildings, systems like the D8-IP support up to 40,000 face IDs and extensive card capacity.

User Code Mapping (For Direct-Call Buttons)

In direct-call outdoor stations, each physical call button is typically assigned to a specific apartment or user. When a card is registered, it can be associated with a specific button or room number, ensuring that the card grants access to the correct unit.

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Best Practices for Card Management

Практика	Почему это важно
Change the default password	Prevents unauthorised access to card management functions
Keep a card inventory	Track which cards are issued to which residents
Revoke cards immediately	When a resident moves out or a card is lost, delete it promptly
Use IC cards for new installations	IC cards (13.56MHz) offer better security and compatibility
Test new cards before issuing	Verify that each card works before handing it to a resident
Regularly audit card lists	Review registered cards periodically to remove unused entries

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Troubleshooting Common Card Issues

Выпуск	Possible Solution
Card not recognised	Ensure the card is presented to the correct area on the outdoor station
Card doesn’t unlock door	Verify the card has been registered
Can’t access card management	Check the admin password – default is 666666
Card reader not responding	Check power and wiring connections to the outdoor station
Card was deleted accidentally	Re-register the card through the add card process

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Why Choose FARHD for Your 2-Wire Intercom Needs?

FARHD has been designing and manufacturing video intercom systems since 1998, with over 28 years of industry experience. Our 2-wire direct-call outdoor stations offer:

• IC/ID/NFC card reader for flexible keyless entry
• Simple 2-wire installation – reuses existing cabling, no complex rewiring
• IP65 weatherproof – built for outdoor durability
• 1080P HD camera with wide-angle and night vision
• OEM/ODM ready – custom branding and configuration available
• Глобальный охват – serving clients in over 90 countries

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Ready to Upgrade Your Building Access?

Card management for 2-wire direct-call outdoor stations is straightforward, secure, and highly effective. Whether you’re managing a small apartment building or a large residential community, FARHD’s solutions give you the tools you need to control access with confidence.

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