License plate recognition for automatic access
License plate recognition allows vehicles to automatically access barriers without passes, cards, or manual intervention. A license plate recognition camera reads the license plate directly and automatically activates the connected barriers once a vehicle is authorized.
This ensures fast throughput, less waiting time and reliable access management.
Thanks to automatic license plate recognition software and CAT Access , administrators can easily control who has access and when. The solution is suitable for holiday parks and campsites, among others, and integrates seamlessly with central access management.
We are happy to advise you on the right solution for your situation.
Limit the number of cars
While PIN codes, barcodes, and CAT Cards are excellent access solutions, they’re not foolproof. This is because your guests can easily share their PINs or cards with others, granting unauthorized access. Our anti-passback system can already address this significantly, but license plate recognition makes it even more effective. After all, no one lends their car out without permission. Moreover, unauthorized license plates simply won’t be granted access.
Let the system recognize license plates.
License plate recognition is a welcome addition to your guests’ experience. It gives them a positive, welcoming feeling.
By entering the license plate number in advance you enable quick access.
Your guests won’t have to experience any delays at reception or the intercom. There’s also no need to maneuver to present cards or codes, minimizing the risk of collision damage.
How does license plate recognition work?
1. Register license plate
2. License plate check upon impact
3. Programming the license plate
License plate recognition software
CAT Benefits of License Plate Recognition
Quick access
Less collision damage
No maneuvers required to present cards or codes.
Less susceptible to fraud
License plates within and outside Europe
Wide coverage in license plate recognition. An update is required when a new license plate range is released.
Learning license plates
With CAT Learn it is possible to learn license plates.
Overview of installations
Display
Our multi-platform access columns can be integrated with a display. You can choose which texts are displayed.
A welcome to the display is just that little bit extra
Within CAT Access , you can customize the text displayed on the welcome or departure column. This allows you to offer your guests that extra touch of hospitality.
Not only will you send a friendly message, but you will also provide some clarity for guests who need it.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does license plate recognition work with our access control software?
Our CAT Access client software uses license plate recognition to automatically grant vehicles access to the site, without the need for a physical pass.
In the CAT Access client’s management screens, you can easily link a license plate to an access pass or reservation. As soon as the vehicle arrives at the barrier, the license plate is read by a camera and recognized by the system. If the license plate matches a valid access pass, the barrier opens automatically.
Within the system, you can configure how many vehicles are permitted access, which is useful for reservations with multiple license plates. You can also view transactions for a specific license plate and adjust access permissions. This way, the software combines flexibility with security and ease of use for your guests.
How do I set a limit for the number of vehicles per booking using license plate recognition?
Within the CAT Access client, you can set a maximum number of vehicles per booking in combination with license plate recognition. This prevents guests with multiple license plates from gaining unlimited access to the grounds. The setting is linked to the booking number, so even with multiple tickets/license plates per booking, a limit of, for example, 1 or 2 vehicles is maintained.
Can I link multiple license plates to one access pass?
Yes, this is possible. In the CAT Access client, you can grant access to multiple vehicles (license plates) with a single booking or card. You then determine how many vehicles are allowed access per card type or reservation. This feature is intended for situations such as families with multiple cars, where shared access is limited.
How does anti-passback work in license plate recognition in the CAT Access client?
Anti-passback prevents a card or license plate from granting access again until a valid exit has been registered. This prevents multiple vehicles or people from gaining access with a single access card or license plate. You can choose between standard anti-passback or anti-passback per booking number, which is useful for multiple cards on a single booking.
How do I search by license plate in CAT Access Client?
Within the CAT Access client transaction screen, you can filter by card number, booking number, or license plate number. Note: You must enter the full license plate number to see results. This feature is particularly useful for access control or retrieving log files in the event of incidents or guest inquiries.
Can a license plate be granted access without a valid reservation or card?
No, in principle, a license plate must be linked to a valid booking or card to gain access. However, there is an exception via the ESP function (“Open at No Access”), which allows you to grant temporary or exceptional access, for example, during the day for loading and unloading. This function is managed via settings in the CAT Access system. Of course, there is always the option to open the barrier manually, for example, via the CAT app.