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28/09/2026

Installing a standalone door access control system?

From choosing the right keypad/prox reader and maglock to understanding Z&L brackets, push-to-exit buttons and emergency door releases, there’s more to a correct installation than simply getting the door to lock and unlock.

Our latest Connectec guide covers the fundamentals of installing a simple single-door access control system, including:

🔹 Keypad & proximity access
🔹 Maglocks and fail-safe operation
🔹 Z&L bracket selection
🔹 Access control power supplies
🔹 Push-to-exit buttons
🔹 Emergency door release call points
🔹 Fire alarm interfacing
🔹 Cable and voltage drop considerations
🔹 Commissioning and testing
🔹 A typical wiring diagram to help explain how it all fits together

🔥 We also cover the important bit – fire safety and means of escape, including what installers need to consider when electrically locking a door on an escape route.

Whether you're new to access control or just need a useful refresher, it's a practical guide to the components, wiring and safety considerations involved.

👉 Read the full guide: https://connectec.uk/blog/how-to-install-a-simple-door-access-control-system

A standalone door access control system provides a straightforward way of restricting entry to a building or room without the complexity of a fully networked access control system.

24/09/2026

One accidental cable. One network down.

Network loops can cause broadcast storms, slow performance and even bring an entire network to a standstill.

With Ruijie Reyee 1-Click Loop Prevention, protecting the network couldn’t be simpler.

- Log into Ruijie Cloud
- Enable Loop Prevention
- Let the switch detect network loops
- Isolate the problem and keep the network running

For installers, that means less time tracing cables, faster fault finding and fewer unnecessary callouts.

It’s particularly useful on CCTV networks, where a simple cabling mistake or incorrectly connected switch can potentially affect cameras, NVRs and other devices across the network.

Smarter networking. Simpler troubleshooting.

Discover the Ruijie Reyee switch range at Connectec.

21/09/2026

Looking for faster, more reliable wireless connectivity? The Ruijie RG-RAP72 is a high-performance wireless access point designed to deliver powerful Wi-Fi coverage for demanding business and commercial environments.

High-speed wireless performance
Reliable, wide-reaching Wi-Fi coverage
Easy cloud-based management
Simple setup and monitoring with Ruijie/Reyee management tools
Ideal for offices, hospitality, retail and commercial installations
Installer-friendly design for fast deployment

Whether you're upgrading an existing network or building a new installation, the RG-RAP72 delivers the performance and straightforward management you'd expect from Ruijie.

Available from Connectec https://connectec.uk/networking/network-devices/wireless-access-points/ruijie-rap72-be3600-ceiling-mount-wi-fi-7-access-point

The RAP72 BE3600 is a Wi-Fi 7 5040 Mbps dual-band ceiling access point which delivers data rates of 688 Mbps in the 2.4 GHz band & 4,323 Mbps in 5GHz (Model: RG-RAP72)

18/09/2026

Smarter CCTV networking with Ruijie Reyee ES200

The Ruijie Reyee RG-ES200 Series brings AI-assisted management to the network, helping installers identify problems, manage devices and maintain CCTV networks with less time spent on site.

Through the Ruijie Cloud platform, ES200 switches provide installers with useful tools including:

🔹 IP Camera & NVR Recognition – quickly identify surveillance equipment connected to the switch.

🔹 Intelligent PoE Management – manage PoE devices and remotely reboot individual ports, ideal when troubleshooting cameras.

🔹 IPC Offline Alarms – receive notification when a connected IP camera goes offline, helping identify faults before they become a bigger issue.

🔹 Automatic Loop Prevention – detects network loops and helps maintain network connectivity without requiring manual intervention.

🔹 Remote Cloud Management – monitor switch status, configure VLANs and troubleshoot installations remotely through Ruijie Cloud.

🔹 Up to 250m CCTV Transmission – selected PoE models support extended transmission mode for longer camera runs.*

For CCTV installers, that means better visibility of the network, faster fault finding and fewer unnecessary site visits.

The Ruijie Reyee ES200 Series combines straightforward installation with powerful remote management – making it a strong choice for professional IP CCTV networks.

📞 Contact Connectec to find out more about the Ruijie Reyee ES200 range.

11/09/2026

Learn how AcuSeek can simplify finding specific events and targets on playback.

Read our Blog here

Finding a specific event in hours or days worth of CCTV footage has traditionally meant narrowing down a time period, selecting a camera and working through recordings until you find what you are looking for. Hikvision has progressively improved this process with technologies such as Smart Search, A...

17/08/2026

Huge thanks to everyone that came out to see the Hikvision demo van on Friday. It was great having them on hand to answer all of your questions.

10/08/2026

Come and meet the Hikvision team with their demo van this Friday in the Connectec carpark, from 12:00 onwards. They will be showcasing new products, answering questions and providing support for new and existing installers.

Refreshments will be provided and you'll be able to grab some free goodies!

Our new address is:

Unit 4
Wrexham Midpoint
Dolydd Road
Wrexham
LL13 7AJ

31/07/2026

Please bare with us while we clear the backlog of orders, but we are back!!!!

15/07/2026

We are moving to a brand new home!

To allow us to complete the move and get everything up and running safely, Connectec will be closed from Monday 20th July until Friday 24th July inclusive. The final date for orders to be dispatched is Thursday 16th July.

Across next week:

- Our trade counter will be closed
- Orders can not be dispatched
- Online orders can not be processed
- Customer support will be unavailable

We'll be back to business as usual from Monday 27th July, operating from our brand-new premises: Connectec, Unit 4, Wrexham Midpoint, Dolydd Road, Wrexham, LL13 7AJ

We'd like to apologise for any inconvenience this temporary closure may cause and thank you for your patience while we make this exciting move.

13/07/2026

The Hikvision DS‑7608NXI‑K1/8P/Vpro is an 8 channel network video recorder that can record from IP cameras with a resolution up to 12MP, and is designed for advanced IP CCTV systems.

Part of Hikvision’s professional I/VPro Series, this NVR combines powerful recording performance with intelligent analytics, including the latest AcuSeek technology for rapid event search and retrieval.

This latest K version offers improved intelligent analytics built into it's recorder, with facial recognition, perimeter protection, motion detection 2.0, AcuSearch and AcuSeek all supplied by the recorder.

The new generation of Hikvision NVR's are also compatible with 3rd party network cameras, which makes updating existing installs even easier and more cost effective.

Shop today: https://connectec.uk/security/cctv/cctv-recorders/hikvision-ip-cctv-recorders/hikvision-ds-7608nxi-k1-8p-vpro-8-channel-poe-nvr-with-acusense-and-acuseek