Skip to content

User Quick Reference#

This page has helpful reminders for makerspace users on the Access Control System.

Need more help? Ask a member of staff!

Determining ACS State#

Light on front of the device will indicate device state;

  • YELLOW SOLID: Idle mode, ready to accept card.
  • YELLOW FLASHING: Verifying inserted card, should be ready in a second.
  • RED: Lockout or Fault, device unavailable for use.
  • GREEN: Unlocked or Always On, device may already be in use (if card present) or unlocked for an event or similar (if no card present).
  • ANY OTHER COLOR: System is in a diagnostic, update, or startup state. Please notify a member of staff for more help.

Accessing a Device#

  • Check the state of the ACS Core, indicated by the light
    • See "Determining ACS State" above for determining the state.
    • Only can/should continue if in "Idle" state.
  • Insert your card until it hits the stop inside the ACS Core.
    • Card should be inserted >75% of the way.
    • Light should immediately change.
  • If authorization granted: light will turn green and a "happy beep" will play.
    • You are now set to use the equipment!
    • Remove your card to end your session when complete.
  • If authorization denied: light will turn red and a "sad beep" will play.
    • Speak to a staff member to figure out why you were denied
    • If you have used the equipment before, odds are you forgot to sign in today.

Why can't I access this device?#

  • Did you remember to sign in today?
  • Was the equipment in the Idle (Yellow light) state? If not it may be offline.
  • Click "Equipment" on the left side of the screen.
  • Find the piece of equipment you want to use and click on it.
  • Check that all trainings are marked as taken, and that the Mentor Training Approval is complete.

ACS Training Check