The ultimate test of any technology is how seamlessly it fits into everyday life. Yale’s Gateman Digital Door Lock has been created to do exactly that. Every aspect of its function has been thought out and designed with lifestyle in mind. The RF key is both convenient and highly secure, while the keypad offers a backup solution should you forget your RF key or accidentally lock the door. The DDL has a password protection function; known as 'fake pin code', this enables the owner to press an incorrect code that includes the user’s correct code that unlocks the door. This will confuse the person who is observing, as they would not be able to remember all the digits pressed. The lock also boasts an alarm, which sounds if anyone tries to tamper or force the device.
As the lock is a standalone unit, it runs solely on batteries, which last for about two years with an average of 10 openings per day. If the batteries are low, the DDL will notify the user with a battery icon, indicated via an LED light. If the user ignores this and the batteries run flat, the user can then either use the override key to enter or alternatively purchase a 9 V battery to temporarily power the lock.
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