How to Set Up Paxton Solo: Complete App and Installation Guide
Step-by-step guide to setting up the Paxton Solo access control system. Real screenshots from our Chicago office install — controller pairing, NFC tag registration, and user management.
Chicago Access Control
Access control systems for Chicago buildings — from key fobs and card readers to smartphone credentials. Installation guides, product comparisons, and real project examples from Chicagoland.
Inside the Paxton Solo: How NFC and Bluetooth Unlock Doors Without Batteries
We opened up the Paxton Solo controller to see how they pull off the 'no batteries, no wires' NFC trick. Here's what's actually on the PCB and how the unlock sequence works.
Paxton Solo Review: Smartphone Access Control That Actually Makes Sense
Paxton's new Solo system puts smartphone-only access control in reach for small offices and garages. We unbox it, test it, and tell you what works — and what doesn't.
HID Signo 20 Reader Installation Review: Wiring, Mounting, and Field Notes
A practical installation review of the HID Signo 20 access control reader from Vidimost LLC, a Chicago-area security systems company. Includes mounting notes, wiring color codes, Wiegand and OSDP connection options, tamper wiring, and field tips for clean access control installations.
Paxton Net2 v7: An Engineer’s Deep Dive into Upgrades, Dead Batteries, and "Daisy Chains"
Paxton Net2 v7 brings free MFA, but upgrading isn't risk-free. From "dead" batteries on 5+ year old boards to broken API integrations—here is an engineer's field report on how to upgrade safely without crashing your system.
Paxton Net2 v7: The "Workhorse" Gets Armor (and Still No Monthly Fees)
Paxton Net2 v7 brings native MFA to Net2 Plus controllers with zero subscription fees. But before you update, beware of hidden risks for third-party integrations. Read Vidimost LLC’s field report on how to upgrade safely without breaking your visitor management or custom scripts.
How UHF Tags, Readers, and Smart Logic Protect Your Parking
In the last few years, new IPASS / E-ZPass toll-road tags have entered the U.S. market.