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Security FAQ · Gates & parkades

What is a UHF reader and how does hands-free parkade access work?

A long-range UHF reader detects an approved vehicle credential, commonly mounted inside the windshield, as the vehicle approaches the controlled entrance. When the credential is valid, the gate-control system can authorize entry. Reader location, lane geometry, credential placement and gate timing all affect reliable operation.

Practical guidance

What this means for your property

A UHF reader detects an authorized vehicle credential as a vehicle approaches the parkade or gate. The credential is commonly a windshield-mounted tag, and the access-control system checks its permission before authorizing entry. Reliability depends on the actual approach: reader position, lane geometry, windshield and tag placement, nearby traffic and gate timing all matter.

Cotton Ridge and Tiffany Shores are published WeTech projects that include long-range UHF vehicle access. A suitable installation should read the intended vehicle consistently without making promises about a universal reading distance. Existing remotes may remain an alternative when the chosen receiver and access design support them.

What to confirm before proceeding

01

Review the approach lane

Inspect the vehicle path, stopping position and nearby lanes before selecting reader position and settings.

02

Test actual vehicles

Check the intended credential location and representative vehicles at the installed reader.

03

Confirm gate operation

Coordinate credential authorization with the existing gate controls and approved operating and safety arrangements.

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