BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy)  technology removes the need for a physical card or tag and replaces it with a secure Bluetooth credential that communicates with the reader to authorize or reject access. As part of the launch, Vanderbilt is releasing a range of BLE readers, a contactless door release button, virtual credentials available through an ACT Enterprise license, and a free end-user app for Android™ and iOS™.

Our BLE readers can also act as a traditional card reader, meaning users can continue using MIFARE cards and slowly migrate to the Bluetooth virtual credentials at their own pace.

The end-user simply downloads the Vanderbilt Bluetooth app, and registers for a credential with the system administrator. Here, authorization can be granted both offline and online.

The system administrator then reviews and processes the request. This, in turn, sends the end-user a QR code that they save to their smartphone and link to their app to generate their credential. Then all the end-user has to do is use the credential through the app on their phone when approaching doors with Vanderbilt BLE readers to gain access.

Vanderbilt’s BLE readers aim to give a unique user experience with four identification modes for easy management: “Shake to Go”, “Show to Go”, “Manual Button Mode”, and “Hands Free Mode”. They’re also IP65 water-resistant with waterproof electronics, and easy to install and use with enrolment software in ACT Enterprise. The BLE readers and accessories work exclusively with the new release of ACT Enterprise 2.10.