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Visitor Aware Hardware Recommendations
Your visitor management software is only as effective as the hardware you can leverage to check in and verify guests. While many vendors force you into using costly proprietary hardware, Visitor Aware has been built with the utmost flexibility in mind, giving your organization the ability to use tools it already owns or select ones that fit your budget. Our recommended hardware list below includes the common items that have been tried and tested for use in a variety of environments.
Use the tools that best suit your needs
Apple iPad
In order to use the services provided by Visitor Aware we recommend using an Apple iPad for your check-in kiosk. The base model iPad, and/or previous generation iPads are fully supported by our iOS application, and enable built-in identification card scanning, visitor photos, and a streamlined experience for your visitors. The Visitor Aware check-in app is also available for iPhone 5 and above to make the check-in process easier for locations with security resource officers.
Badge Printers
To complement your check-in process, you may also add the Brother QL-810W or QL-810WC Wireless printer. When enabled through the Visitor Aware check-in application, the visitor check-in process will automatically print a visitor badge complete with their photo, destination, and time of arrival to make identifying visitors easier for staff.
You may also use Dymo LabelWriters, or other badge printers that do not feature wireless connectivity through our Desktop Application for Windows or Macintosh operating systems.
Printer label refills can be found here.
Note: Brother QL series wireless badge printers require 2.4 GHz wireless networks and do not work on 5 GHz wireless networks.
Webcams
While iPads are great, they may not be the right fit for your facility. Webcams like the Logitech HD Pro Webcam C920x are a recommended alternative. This is an excellent complement to Visitor Aware’s check-in process for your office staff to use.
iPad Table Mount
An iPad kiosk enables you to place your check-in device within easy view of front desk staff. Tamper-proof options are also available. These are inexpensive table stands that assemble in minutes and their minimalist appearance compliments your existing front office configuration.
iPad Stands
Use a stand to place an iPad kiosk in any vestibule or room with available floor space. This one features a simplistic design that fits with your current office decor while providing a secure spot for your check-in device.
More robust options include stands with built-in label printers and rearview camera exposure to easily scan IDs and print guest passes.
Handheld ID Scanner
If a desktop-style check-in kiosk is preferred, a handheld ID scanner may be a great, cost-effective hardware addition to speed up the ID scanning process.
Phone Adaptor for RAM mount
Mount your phone to your existing double socket arm of RAM mount with 180 rotation for different viewing angle. Mount also supports both Landscape and Portrait view position.
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