PremiSys Wi-Q - Setup and Usage of Manager Mode

Updated 2 years ago by Marty

Manager Mode

A cardholder with Manager authority is always allowed access to a reader regardless of the current operating mode. In addition to unlocking a “locked” door, a Manager can change the current operating mode at a door lock with a keypad. The manager card must be part of an access group that includes the Wi-Q doors.

Click below for manager mode setup instructions.

Manager mode Setup

1. Manager Mode requires creating a User Level and the Name field needs to have the value of “1”

2. In PremiSys go to Tasks - Hardware Configuration - Access Settings Tab - Right-click the User Level(s) folder. Select Add User Level.

3. Add the Name as "1" as shown in the image below. Click Ok to close the window.

4. Open a cardholder record on whom you would like to set up as a Manager mode card. Once the record is open, click on the card configuration at the bottom. Right-click the card number and select Edit Card.

5. The Card Properties window opens, Click the User Levels Tab. A Manage Mode Card requires the above user level to be assigned to Slot 6.


6. Click OK and Save the Record.
***Please note the manager card must be part of an access group that includes the WI-Q doors.***

Once their credential has been presented to a lock and it has cycled, the following keys can be used to change the lock’s operating mode: 

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