MORE ABOUT THE SYSTEM:
THE CYLINDERS

Unlike the mechanical pin-based locks, the EKA cylinders have a unique physical design that prevents the use of standard lock picking tools. This, combined with the encrypted access codes within the cylinder, makes the EKA cylinder virtually pickproof.

Inside each cylinder is a tamper pin. If the front of the cylinder is struck with blunt force, the tamper pin drops into position, preventing the lock from opening. The tamper pin is ‘re-positioned’ to its pre-impact position by touching an authorised
user key to the face of the lock several times.

Each cylinder has a torque brake. If torque is applied to the front of the cylinder, the front part of the cylinder separates from the back half. The back half of the cylinder expands, causing the brake effect that engages the sides of the cylinder’s case, stopping the rotation and leaving the cylinder in the locked position.

The EKA cylinder has a circuit board with micro-processor and memory. Four types of information are stored in the cylinder: Encrypted access codes that
ensure only keys within the system work with the lock, the unique ID number of the lock cylinder, a record of the last 1100 entries, and a list of lost key IDs to eliminate access by any key that is missing or lost. The circuit board inside the cylinder is potted, which provides protection from environmental hazards like salt air, dust and water. This allows installation in both indoor and harsh outdoor applications.

EKA cylinders have been tested for electrical current using a stun gun rated at 300,000 volts, and with magnets rated in excess of 18,000 gauss. The cylinders remain in a locked position and continue to perform normally.

THE KEYS

The EKA key contains four levels of intelligence: encrypted access codes to ensure the key is from the same installation, the unique ID number of the key, access privileges for the user of the key, and storage of up to the last 3300 events, both entries and denied entries.

A standard lithium 3-volt battery located in the EKA key provides the power of the EKA System. When the key comes in contact with the cylinder, it powers up the circuitry in the lock so that the key and lock can communicate. A single battery will provide between 3000 and 5000 openings.

The unique exchange of encrypted access codes between the lock and key gives a high degree of key integrity. The encrypted codes ensure keys from other systems cannot work in your system. It is also the reason why we do not need to rely on patents for protection against key duplication as would a conventional mechanical masterkey system.

The EKA key is made of super tough nylon. The electronics of the keys are fully coated and are water resistant. Keys dropped into water once dry will continue to operate. Keys that have suffered high impact such as being dropped or run over
by a car will in most circumstances continue to operate. The key has a replaceable brass tip that is designed to be sacrificial to prevent damage to both the overall keys and the cylinders. This part can easily be replaced in the field.

AUTHORISER KEYPORTS

The authoriser keyport is IP addressable and communicates with your existing network. It can be mounted at an entrance or in a high traffic area. The authoriser keyport allows users to update their keys without returning to the host computer.

PATENTS
The EKA Electronic Masterkey system is covered by numerous patents.

THE MANUFACTURER
The EKA hardware and software is manufactured and created by VIDEX Corporation, based in Oregon USA. Established in 1979, VIDEX Corporation is the world leader in electronic Masterkey systems technology.