Device Types

The various Device Types available in the Cloud Node system allow Installation Partners to configure how connected hardware behaves within the Cloud Node platform. Each Device Type serves a specific function and may offer different levels of control or visibility based on its role. 

The following sections outline each available Device Type and its capabilities:

Device Category	Device Type

Door or Gate

Primary Reader - A Primary Reader is the reader connected to a Controller port that directly controls the lock hardware or other controlled devices. The Primary Reader will also appear in the States display, where it can be monitored and controlled. Access Rules are configured directly on the Primary Reader.

Additional Reader - An Additional Reader is a reader linked to a Primary Reader through configuration, functioning as an extension of that Primary Reader. It shares the same Access Rules and restrictions, making it ideal for in-and-out setups (e.g., readers on both sides of a door). Additional Readers control the output relay of the Primary Reader. Additional Readers do not require separate Access Rules, as they inherit all Rules from the Primary Reader.

Limitations of Additional Readers:

• Not visible from the States page
• Cannot directly control the relay (relay control is available only through the Primary Reader’s device window in Configuration)

OSDP Additional Readers can share a port with their Primary Reader, while Wiegand readers require separate Ports on the same Board. For more details, see the documentation on using Multi-Drop with OSDP Readers.

Red Wireless Lock

Red Wireless Lock - A Red Wireless Lock is a lock connected to the Cloud Node through the HubNet Connection through a Red Hub. The Red Wireless Lock will also appear in the States display, where it can be monitored and controlled. Access Rules are configured on the Red Wireless Lock. 

IO Device

IO Device - An IO Device is used for components that do not require active control, such as a piezo alarm. These devices are not controllable through the States page or the PDK Access app; instead, they are triggered by Rules configured in the software. IO Devices cannot receive Reader data. 

Premium IO - A Premium IO Device is used for non-door-related components that still require direct activation or deactivation, such as a burglar alarm. Premium IO Devices have access to all components of their assigned port (reader input, A or B inputs and relay). They are also controllable from both the States page and the PDK Access app.

Elevator

Elevator Reader - An Elevator Reader is the Primary Reader responsible for controlling Elevator access. It is associated only with the reader component of its Controller Port and is visible from both the States page and the PDK Access app.

Additional Elevator Reader - An Additional Elevator Reader is used when associating multiple readers with a single Elevator. These readers function as extensions of the Primary Reader and share all Access Rules. 

Floor Relay - A Floor Relay device is used to control each Elevator floor selection button. Each floor should be connected to a dedicated Relay on the Controller, allowing independent control of each floor. Access is managed via Elevator Rules, which can include multiple Floor Relays. This device type has access to any available A or B inputs, as well as the Relay for its assigned Port. Floor Relays are also visible and controllable from both the States page and the PDK Access app.

Device Capabilities