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- What benefits do I get using your product?
Our solution will improve the security at your facility and make your existing locks more reliable and easier to use and program. If you happen to change lock combinations often by hand, our solution can even automate this process and thus eliminate expenses related to code changing. Please contact us for more information.
- What exactly is your company selling?
Smartlock systems manufactures and distributes the RetroFit 1000 electronic combination chambers and accessories. Customers use our products to improve and optimize their existing push-button locks.
- What is the RetroFit 1000?
The RetroFit 1000 is an electronic device (also called an electronic combination chamber) that replaces a component from your existing lock. It is used to convert your mechanical push-button locks into a powerful electronic access control system.
- Do you manufacture complete electronic locks?
No we don't. And this is where Smartlock stands out from the crowd. By using our solution, it is not necessary to buy a new lockset. Customers may now get complete electronic access control out of their existing locks at the lowest cost possible.
- Why would I buy your product instead of a complete (or standalone) lock?
In one word: cost saving. Not only is our product a fraction of the price of a complete electronic lock, it is also one of the easiest and quickest product to install which will help you cut on labour spending.
- How does your product compare to card access systems?
Although we do not directly compete with these types of systems that use cards or other means for identifications, our solution do offer similar functionalities but at a much lower price tag. Please contact us to learn more about our solution.
- Who can install your products?
Locksmiths or facility personnel may easily install our products or anyone that has ever replaced a combination chamber.
- How is the lock programmed?
All programming such as adding or removing codes is easily done using the lock keypad. No special tools or software required.
- Who is currently using your products?
Police stations, universities, banks, daycare centers, hospitals and other industries are currently using our products to greatly improve their installed base locks.
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- What lock models are your products compatible with?
As its name implies, the RetroFit 1000 will fit in all push-button locks from the Simplex ® (Unican) 1000 series equipped with knobs or levers or more specifically the Lever (L1000) and Lever-Panic (LP1000) models.
- How easy is it to install the RetroFit unit?
The RetroFit unit is a drop-in replacement for the mechanical combination chamber. No drilling or wiring is needed. Installation is quick and simple. Click here for more information.
- What are the benefits of the electronic chamber over the mechanical one?
The electronic chamber will make the host lock more secure, more convenient to use and more reliable under intense use. Visit this link here for more information.
- How reliable is the Retrofit 1000?
The RetroFit 1000 has been proven to outlast the original chamber in applications with more than 700 openings per day. Whether it is used indoor or outdoor (with special gasket), the RetroFit 1000 is up to the task.
- How long will the batteries last?
You can expect about 200,000 cycles with only three AA alkaline batteries or more than five years operation on average. The RetroFit 1000 has been designed specifically to minimize energy consumption every time the lock is operated.
- Will I be warned if batteries weaken or go dead?
Absolutely. After entering an access code, the user will hear a beeping sound and one of the keys will flash red. The user will also experience an unlock delay. This delay will increase as the battery voltage decreases up to a point where users will be forced to call service personnel for battery replacement. In the unlikely event that the batteries go completely dead, the override key can still be used (if lock is so equipped).
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