MonitorCast Access
Control
MonitorCast 4 is a feature-rich enterprise access control system that comes integrated with the Video Insight 7 video management system.
- No additional costs for integration
- Easy-to-use, web-based administration
- Dashboard for real time reporting
Available only in the United States and Canada
MonitorCast
MonitorCast Key Features
Door Access Levels and Management
MonitorCast provides intuitive door management and access levels. System Administrators can configure levels to be on a schedule, consisting of a single or multiple location, and be linked to video events.
Unlimited Client Connections
MonitorCast requires no client licensing for remote and local access from multiple users. It has no limitations on how many concurrent connections can be made.
Alarm Alert Email Notification
MonitorCast can deliver instant alarms and event notifications via email or live notifications on the dashboard. Instant alarm notifications range from Forced Door or Access Denied alarms, allowing first responders to react quickly and effectively. Alarms can be configured based on sites and configured with any time schedule.
Secure Browser Login
Users can access the activity dashboard and door controls using any browser that resides on the same network. Remote access from browsers is accessible with proper port forwarding.
Map Based Alarms (With VI Monitor Integration)
Visually plot real-time alarms using the VI Monitor client access control map interface.
Active Directory Integration
Authorized system administrators can import personnel lists as individuals or groups, unifying IT infrastructure by centralizing personnel management databases.
Anti-Passback
Available with multiple modes, including Hard, Soft, Area, and Timer based options, anti-passback prevents credential sharing and unauthorized access.
Dual Card Authentication
Administrators can require two unique personnel cards to be presented to grant access. This extra configuration ensures that top clearance areas are safeguarded with an added layer of protection.
Occupancy Control
Manage mustering events and improving safety during emergency with a high, low and zero count notification within the interactive dashboard.
Built-in Rules Manager
Allows for completely independent system configuration and customization with system reactions to specified events such as a door being forced opened, or access being denied at a specific location.
Multi-Site Support
Perfect for large multi-location facilities and campuses with multiple locations, MonitorCast provides the ability to partition controllers into multiple primary and secondary sites. Each site contains independent controllable hardware, cardholders, and schedules all managed in one central console.
Database Trimmer
MonitorCast provides the ability to limit the size of database records and events. Custom database sizes can be set by an administrator to function in following schedules, delivering greater stability to the platforms.
MC-LP1501
PoE+ Edge-capable Intelligent Controller (2 Rdrs, 2 Inputs, 2 Outputs)
Controller: MC-LP1501 is based on Mercury's LP-1501 hardware. The POE+ Edge-capable intelligent controller is a cost-effective dual-card reader panel for controlling a single opening (capable of 2 Readers, 2 onboard Inputs, and 2 onboard Outputs). (Includes 1 MonitorCast door licenses)
MC-LP1502
Intelligent Controller (2 Rdrs, 8 Inputs, 4 Outputs)
Controller: MC-LP1502 is based on Mercury's LP1502 hardware. The Intelligent controller is feature rich and effective solution for controlling two openings and managing to 64 openings. (capable of 2-4 Readers, 8 onboard inputs, and 4 onboard outputs).(Includes 2 MonitorCast door licenses)
MC-LP2500
Intelligent Controller (No Onboard IO)
Controller: MC-LP2500 is a intelligent controller that is scalable to manage up to 64 openings. The intelligent controller preforms access control, alarm management, and scheduled operations. (Includes 0 MonitorCast door licenses) (No onboard IO connections) [SPECIAL ORDER] (Vender Model# LP2500)
MC-LP4502
Intelligent Controller w/ Extended Applications (2 Rdrs, 8 Inputs, 4 Outputs)
Controller: MC-LP4502 is a intelligent controller that is scalable to manage up to 64 openings. Intelligent Controller w/ Extended Applications. (Includes 2 MonitorCast door licenses) (capable of 2 Rdrs, 8 onboard Inputs, 4 onboard Outputs). [SPECIAL ORDER] (Vender Model# LP4502)
Sub Controllers:
MC-MR62e
Reader interface module with PoE+ (2 Doors, 4 readers, 6 inputs, 4 outputs)
Controller: The MC-MR62e is an IP-enabled interface module with on-board flexibility to connect a wide range of security devices. The MC-MR62e is easy to install and provides the required I/O for interfacing four card readers using OSDP protocol, 6 general-purpose input monitor points, and 4 control relays to any Authentic Mercury series intelligent controller. Two Door 4 Reader OSDP Only, 6 – Inputs, Outputs – Two Relays: Form-C contacts: 2a @30v resistive, Power Input – PoE+ (12.95w) or Power Input – 12v +/- 10%, 1.7A max, Power Output – PoE+ or 12v: Lock 12v @ 1A max, AES 128/256 bit data encryption, Maximum Reader Distance is 500ft .(Includes 2 MonitorCast door licenses) (Vender Model# MR62e)
MC-MR50-S3
Single card reader interface panel
Controller: The high-performance MC-MR50 is an ideal choice for a compact and economical single-card reader interface panel. It is RS-485 connected and can be clustered or distributed depending on the installation requirements. The board is easy to install and supports Wiegand, clock and data, magnetic stripe, F2F, Supervised F2F, OSDP, keypad and biometrics reader technologies. (1 Rdr, 2 Inputs, 2 Outputs) (Includes 1 MonitorCast door licenses) (Vender Model# MR50-S3)
MC-MR52-S3
Reader interface panel provides robust connectivity to peripheral devices
Controller: The MC-MR52-S3 is a dual-card reader interface panel with on-board flexibility to connect to a wide range of security devices. This economical, high-performance device is easy to install and provides all the necessary I/O for controlling 2 doors with auxiliary point control and monitoring. Each unit can connect 2 card readers, 8 general-purpose input monitor points, and 6 control relays to any Mercury EP series intelligent controller. Two Door 2 Reader Weigand and OSDP, Inputs – 8 General purpose and 2 dedicated: Tamper and Power Monitor, Outputs – 6 Form-C Relays: Normally open contact (NO): 5a @ 30v resistive and Normally closed contact (NC): 3a @ 30v resistive, Primary power – 12 to 24v @ 500mA maximum, Reader Power – Pass-through or 12v regulated, 300mA each reader, Maximum Reader Distance is 500ft, Maximum RS485 Distance is 2,000 ft .(Includes 2 MonitorCast door licenses) (Vender Model# MR52-S3)
MC-MR52-S3B
Reader interface panel provides robust connectivity to peripheral devices
Controller: The MC-MR52-S3B is a dual-card reader interface panel with on-board flexibility to connect to a wide range of security devices. This economical, high-performance device is easy to install and provides all the necessary I/O for controlling 2 doors with auxiliary point control and monitoring. Each unit can connect 2 card readers, 8 general-purpose input monitor points, and 6 control relays to any Mercury EP series intelligent controller. Two Door 2 Reader Weigand and OSDP, Inputs – 8 General purpose and 2 dedicated: Tamper and Power Monitor, Outputs – 6 Form-C Relays: Normally open contact (NO): 5a @ 30v resistive and Normally closed contact (NC): 3a @ 30v resistive, Primary power – 12 to 24v @ 500mA maximum, Reader Power – Pass-through or 12v regulated, 300mA each reader, Maximum Reader Distance is 500ft, Maximum RS485 Distance is 2,000 ft .(Includes 2 MonitorCast door licenses) (Vender Model# MR52-S3B)
Multi-Input Panels Controllers:
MC-MR16IN-S3
A multi-device interface panel
Controller: The multi-device MC-MR16IN-S3 interface panel for support of 16 general-purpose input circuits. The circuits can be individually set for normally open or normally closed operations and can be declared supervised and non-supervised. Two dedicated programmable relay outputs can be configured for fail-safe or fail-secure operation. REQUIRES (RS485) CONNECTION FOR COMMUNICATION (Vender Model# MR16in-S3)
MC-MR16OUT-S3
Multi-device interface panel to control high concentrations of outputs
Controller: The multi-device MC-MR16OUT-S3 interface panel provides 16 general-purpose outputs as Form C relay contacts. The MC-MR16OUT-S3, provides individually configurable parameters that can be set for timing and for fail-safe versus fail-secure modes. REQUIRES (RS485) CONNECTION FOR COMMUNICATION (Vender Model# MR16out-S3)
Easy User Import & Creation
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will use MonitorCast?
- What is MonitorCast 4? MonitorCast 4 is an enterprise class access control product designed to reduce the cost of entry into enterprise security. The MonitorCast 4 features compliment most facilities, allowing them to access to the most used features in the access control industry.
- How does it compare to other products?
MonitorCast has the most commonly requested features including unlimited scalability and card holders, simultaneous users and integration to video management. It, however, includes features such as mustering, anti-pass back, and partitioning (Q11 below has a more comprehensive list). - Why is i-PRO bundling bundling MonitorCast 4 for free? Video Insight recognizes the unique security, budgetary and infrastructure challenges property owners may face. The new v6 software leverages existing network infrastructure and Mercury-based access control system and provides the necessary key features to enhance your facility’s security with no additional cost for a limited time only.
What are the features of MonitorCast?
- Based on Mercury Hardware
- Browser Based
- Seamless Integration with Video Insight or standalone installation.
- Unlimited scalability with SQL Server based backend
- Unlimited client connections
- Door Access Levels and Management
- Scheduling
- Map based alarms (with Video Insight)
- Dashboard for real time reporting
- Active Directory Integration
What are the benefits of MonitorCast?
- Runs on the Video Insight Server so no additional server required
- No additional costs for access control
- Will grow with your organization
- Easy to use, web based administration
- Import tools
- Unlimited scalability
Is dealer certification required to sell or install MonitorCast?
- MonitorCast is available to certified partners who attend our specific training class, currently sell Mercury based access control systems, or demonstrate familiarity with Mercury products.
How does licensing work with MonitorCast?
- The application is licensed on a “per door” basis. There are no client or server licenses required.
- A numeric license key is required and specifies the number of doors allowed to run on each MonitorCast Server.
- Licenses are specific to the server hardware and must and are licensed on the single box. Changes to the hardware require new license keys.
- Additional doors can be added with a new key.
- Door Licenses are included with purchase of Mercury Hardware, 1 per input.
- MonitorCast has no recurring fees with a current Video Insight SUP agreement or Advidia products.
- The application will run for 180 days with up to 99 doors without a license. At the end of 180 days, a valid license key will be required for the application to continue to run.
- A Door License is included with the purchase of any wireless lock
Is MonitorCast designed to support Mercury access control boards?
MonitorCast is designed to support Mercury access control boards.
- MonitorCast does not require hardware to be purchased from i-PRO.
- Boards from existing installations and vendors are supported without modification.
- i-PRO is an authorized distributor of Mercury Hardware. Contact sales for pricing. Housings, power supplies and door hardware are not available.
Can you tell me more about the MonitorCast server?
- The system can run standalone or can run on the Video Insight Server.
- Specifications:
- Windows 2008 and 2012 recommended
- 8GB of memory
- 200GB of storage
- Intel i5 class processor
- Installation includes Microsoft SQL Server Express. Existing standard and enterprise versions of 2008 and 2012 SQL Server are supported.
- All virtualization platforms supported.
- MonitorCast is designed for single server installations. A single server can support an entire district implementation.
- What ports need to be open?
- Web based administrations default port is 80.
- The Server communicates to the boards on the default port of 3001, but this is user configurable.
- We recommend communication between the MonitorCast Server and the Mercury boards be in a separated network with no public access.
- Web based administrations default port is 80.
How much does technical support cost for MonitorCast?
- MonitorCast technical support is provided free of charge.
What are the limits to the MonitorCast system?
- MonitorCast is powered by a SQL Server database and has no specific limit for the number of doors, administrators or simultaneous connections.
- Mercury boards allow 240,000 cardholders.
- Practical limits include the available bandwidth and time required to update all boards.
- MonitorCast has been tested in a 1,000 door simulated environment.
What additional features are supported with MonitorCast?
- Interactive Facility Map with Door Status
- Lock Status (enabled / disabled)
- Door status (opened / closed)
- Lock Release (continues / temporary)
- Lock Enable
- Image of the nearby cameras (one / many)
- Individual or multiple readers can be selected and controlled but not by groups.
- Release all group (continues / temporary)
- Status of individual Locks (enabled / disabled)
- Door status (opened / closed)
- List of Individual AC status
- Lock Status (enabled / disabled)
- Door status (opened / closed)
- Lock Release (continues / temporary)
- Lock Enable
- Image of the nearby cameras (one / many)
- List of Panel status (master and slave)
- Alarms and alerts – screen popup (access granted / failed attempt / forced open) Supported (web client)
- AC name
- Relevant camera (one or many)
- Cardholder Photo
- No limit to card formats.
- Facility codes within the card formats.
