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Overview
Introduction
The Kantech IP Link makes it easy and affordable to operate your Kantech security system over a
network. Unlike other similar devices, the IP Link asynchronously polls the controllers (KT-100, KT-200,
KT-300) and communicates with the EntraPass Gateway only when necessary. This significantly reduces
the amount of bandwidth required to operate your security system on the network.
The IP Link is essential in determining what to do with specific events and commands. The IP Link directs
specific events it receives from any controller to the EntraPass Gateway. On the other hand, it sends
commands from the EntraPass Gateway to the appropriate controller.
The IP Link is easy to configure. Use the EntraPass workstation, a web browser or an intuitive stand-
alone application called the KT-Finder. The KT-Finder is a small application used to locate an IP Link on
a local area network (LAN).
When you use the IP Link over the Internet on a wide area network (WAN), the IP-Link uses 128-bit AES
encryption to communicate with the gateway.
• Communication using 128-bit AES encryption
• Minimal bandwidth usage
• Supports up to 32 controllers per IP Link
• Compatible with EntraPass Special Edition, Corporate Edition and Global Edition with Corporate
Gateway
Note:
Kantech recommends a VC-485 for each site. If there is a loss of communication with one of the
controllers, the VC-485 preserves communication with the other controllers.
System Architecture