Electronic key access control system and method
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1. An electronic key access control system, comprising:
- an electronic key;
a key receptacle for receiving the electronic key; and
a stand-alone, programmable electronic lock controller, coupled to the key receptacle, being operable in a plurality of access modes to allow access depending on a level of access allowance granted to the electronic key, the electronic lock controller being programmable by the electronic key.
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Abstract
An electronic key access control system is provided with enhanced access control capabilities. In one embodiment, an electronic key access control system includes an electronic key or token key-like device, and a self-contained, scaleable stand-alone electronic lock controller that is operable in a plurality of access modes to allow access depending on a level of access allowance granted to the electronic key. The system can be used to replace low security mechanically programmed locksets or as a security add-on to standard keyed locksets.
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1. An electronic key access control system, comprising:
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an electronic key;
a key receptacle for receiving the electronic key; and
a stand-alone, programmable electronic lock controller, coupled to the key receptacle, being operable in a plurality of access modes to allow access depending on a level of access allowance granted to the electronic key, the electronic lock controller being programmable by the electronic key. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7)
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