The software consists of several independent modules performing various function.
a) Administrative-cum-Reporting
Consists of two parts: Admin and Report.
Serves for configuration of the whole access control system, site monitoring and remote automatic device control.
The tasks performed by the Admin module can be divided into two groups:
- establishing in detail how to control the devices installed in the system;
- defining the rules of authorised access to particular areas of the site.
The Raport module allows history of events occurred at the site to be tracked down within a specified time interval and computer to find who opened individual doors, which devices were activated, which signals were sent from controllers etc.
When preparing a report it is possible to establish its criteria, i.e. to choose those events that are interesting at the moment.
b) Operator
Consists of three parts: Operator, Maper and ID20.
The Operator module is used to trace current system status and enables some system components to be controlled manually. The operator working on the console can switch devices, receive alarm signals from the system and make all the activities that require to be acknowledged.
The Maper module is used for preparing a map, i.e. graphical presentation of the system displayed on the monitor screen (when the Operator program is running). The aim of the map is:
- to help the operator recognise current system status on the control console screen;
- defining a set of commands to be performed from the operator console.
The Task Agent Module controls the tasks (actions) programmed to be performed at preste time and date. In addition, Task Agent controls operation of all Monitor type modules.
c) Monitor
NMM – (Net Module Monitor)is responsible for communication between the executing computer and the network module MTR which supervises operation of controllers. It performs two tasks:
- collects information on changes of the state of input ports of controllers and transmits the data to the system.
- to transfer data (more precisely, commands to be obeyed) from the system to the desired controller.
d) Monitor MLX
The Monitor MLX module serves for communication between the computer system and peripheral devices controlled with ASCII codes, for example multiplexer, timelapser etc.
e) Monitor GSM
The Monitor GSM module is responsible for communication between the computer system and the GSM devices by using SMS. Thus, it is possible to control the system with telephone (within strictly specified range).
f) Archiver
The module is used for manual or automatic data backup on a regular basis, i.e. making a backup copy of system files to be used in the case of failure, virus infection or intended or accidental data deleting etc. The SAMS systems store the following data:
- configuration, i.e. information about system configuration (users data, controller arrangement and assignment etc.); and
- history of events, i.e. information on what was happened in the system.
g) Task Agent
The Task Agent Module controls the tasks (actions) programmed to be performed at preste time and date. In addition, Task Agent controls operation of all Monitor type modules.
Operation of the system: simplicity and intuitiveness
Examples of subsystems created under SAMS or operating under its control on the
basis of MECO controllers and any external equipment or systems
Sams system advantages
Basic functions of system
Recording the events (in particular, those requiring the operator’s
acknowledgement or approval)
Decisive process
Description of the operator and visualisation stations
MAJORDOMUS system purchase and implementation
Cooperation of the SAMS system with external equipment or systems
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