Person Reader Index

Overviews & Datasheets:

• Person Reader (Product Page)
  High‑level product page for the BluB0X Person Reader—an all‑in‑one intelligent reader, intercom, camera, and visitor entry device that works at doors, turnstiles, and elevators. Summarizes capabilities, supported credentials, and where it fits in BluSKY. BluINFO Link. 
   
• Person Reader Overview (Feature Summary)
  Deep overview of Person Reader capabilities, including how it functions as a DDE terminal and supports on‑the‑fly enrollment and opt‑in/opt‑out. Useful for quick positioning and benefits. BluINFO Link.
   
• The Person Reader Series
  Describes the family of Person Reader models and common use cases across doors, turnstiles, and elevators. Helpful when selecting models for different locations. BluINFO Link.
   
• Destination Dispatch Person Reader (Datasheet)
  Datasheet for Person Readers used as DDE kiosks. Covers identification methods (appearance, voice, card, mobile, QR, PIN), NLP voice interaction, and efficiency gains from ghost‑call elimination. BluINFO Link.
   
• TKE Destination Dispatch Person Readers (Datasheet)
  TKE‑specific Person Reader models and features for destination dispatch. Details learning/assignment behavior, interface, and available sizes. BluINFO Link.
   
• BluB0X In‑Car Person Reader
  In‑car Person Reader with natural language voice commands and EMS analytics for ride‑quality/operations. Includes mounting options and OTA update model. BluINFO Link.
   
• Person Reader Overview (PDF)
  Downloadable overview sheet highlighting cameras (2MP color + IR depth), appearance & voice recognition, credential support, and key benefits. BluINFO Link.
   
• BluB0X Elevator Products & Service Overview
  Portfolio overview for elevator solutions including DDE processors, hybrid dispatch, and Person Reader integrations with major OEMs. BluINFO Link.
   
• Presentations — The Person Reader
  Slide deck positioning the Person Reader as a multi‑biometric, multi‑factor intelligent reader and intercom device; includes key messages and value props. BluINFO Link. 

Hardware & Installation:

Physical Installation of the Person Reader
End‑to‑end mechanical and wiring guidance: sensor head types, mounting heights (typically 52–60" AFF), support hardware location (NUC), and panel interconnects. Includes typical single/double‑door layouts. BluINFO Link.

Person Reader Mounting Guidelines
Quick mounting rules of thumb (camera height/AFF, approach geometry, avoiding glare/spotlights) and “things to avoid” with visual examples to maximize recognition performance. BluINFO Link.

How to Mount a Person Reader
Support checklist for physically mounting the unit (tools, clearances, securement). Good companion to formal installation guide. BluINFO Link.

Person Reader Cable Connections
Shows connection points for power, network, camera, and peripherals; helpful during benching and site wiring. BluINFO Link.

Person Reader Gen 3 Pin Outs & Wiring
Wiring diagrams (V3, L3) and base pin‑outs. Includes downloadable PDF for field reference. BluINFO Link.

Mounting & Faceplate Drawings (Selections)
PR2XL‑TKE Surface Mount; PRLT3 – Turnstile Mount; PRXLT3 – Angled Mount. Each page links to dimensional drawings and templates for fabrication/fit‑up. PR2XL‑TKE Surface Mount • PRLT3 – Turnstile Mount • PRXLT3 – Angled Mount.

Readers Catalog (Index of All Person Reader Mount/Model Pages)
Directory listing for all Person Reader SKUs and mounting variations (flush, surface, angled, TKE variants, etc.). BluINFO Link.

Recognition Technology & Privacy:

Appearance Recognition in BluSKY
BluSKY’s appearance recognition explains multimodal identification (face, voice, name) without storing biometric measurements, and how it pairs with other credentials. BluINFO Link.

Appearance Recognition in BluSKY (Short Version)
Quick explainer: what’s stored (proof‑of‑presence photo), how enrollment is instant, and how users control opt‑in/out. BluINFO Link.

Appearance Recognition in BluSKY (Standard & Technical Forms)
Two formats that detail user control (opt‑in/out), combining appearance with other credentials, and security posture for technical audiences. Standard • Technical.

Appearance Recognition Compliance Guide
State/city guidance on where appearance recognition is permitted, regulated, or subject to conditions. A practical resource for integrators and owners. BluINFO Link.

Where BluSKY Person Recognition may not be accepted
Summarizes locations with bans or special conditions and notes recent changes; links to references. BluINFO Link.

Biometric Data Safeguard Policy & Consent
Legal policy and consent text: retention, disclosure limitations, and destruction timelines. Includes downloadable consent form. Policy • Consent PDF.

Factors Affecting Appearance Recognition
What influences recognition (lighting, pose, cooperation), and how to interpret metrics like accuracy, FAR/FRR in real‑world deployments. BluINFO Link.

Configuration & Enrollment:

How to Configure a Person Reader in BluSKY
Step‑by‑step: system edits, remote server role, people/cards and unique PIN requirement; includes recognition behavior and best‑practice user guidance. BluINFO Link.

How to Enroll User in a Person Reader
Field instructions for initial use and second‑factor prompts (PIN/card) when recognition hasn’t yet learned the user; includes placement and dos/don’ts. BluINFO Link.

How to Face the Person Reader
Quick visual guide for users: distance (arm’s length), face the camera, avoid common mistakes that degrade capture quality. BluINFO Link.

Interactive Enrollment
On‑device, one‑session learning of your appearance with simple positioning cues on screen. BluINFO Link.

How to Opt‑In or Opt‑Out of Appearance Recognition (on the Reader)
Quick‑start voice flow after credential presentation; trained example phrases and timing notes (listening window). BluINFO Link.

Enabling or Opting‑In to Appearance & Voice Recognition (All Methods)
Four ways to enable: via BluSKY login/preferences, admin enablement, on‑device voice flow, or BluSKY app registration; covers initial‑use learning and opt‑out steps. BluINFO Link.

BluSKY Login Process — Register & 2FA (Appearance)
Shows how users can capture face in Register, set preferences (including DDE), and enable appearance‑based 2FA. BluINFO Link.

Integrations (Elevators, Turnstiles, DDE):

Destination Dispatch Elevator Basics
Primer on how DDE improves capacity and experience; context for why Person Readers at turnstiles/kiosks matter. BluINFO Link.

BluSKY Automatic Floor, Floor Stop & Elevator Assignment
Describes auto‑assignment, benefits, and user override (“Change Floors”) at the Person Reader. BluINFO Link.

DDE Diagnostics (Destination Test Tool)
Diagnostic tool to analyze calls, access rights, and DDE performance during deployment and maintenance. BluINFO Link.

How to Change a Floor Schedule for a DDE
Quick‑start guide for configuring DDE floor stop schedules across kiosks/cars/banks. BluINFO Link.

Person Reader Turnstile Integration Models
Three ways to embed Person Readers at turnstiles (vertical bracket, angled extrusion, horizontal low‑profile) with pros/cons, ergonomics, and aesthetics comparison table. BluINFO Link.

DDE Licensing & Sales References
License conventions for DDE kiosks/keypads/readers and quoting basics for DDE builds. Licenses • Sales/Quoting DDE.

Typical Architecture — Readers Connected to DDE (8‑Car)
Bill of materials example and processor kit listing for an 8‑car DDE system with reader inputs. BluINFO Link.

DDE Terminal Video (Demo)
Short video showing DDE terminal interaction and behavior. BluINFO Link.

White Paper — How BluB0X Destination Dispatch Works (vs. Middleware)
Explains throughput improvements, hybrid dispatch, mobile + Person Reader flows, and why BluSKY avoids middleware. BluINFO Link.

Use Cases & Solutions:

787 7th Ave, NYC (Solution Snapshot)
First‑of‑kind deployment with Person Reader + DDE per turnstile and on‑reader DDE override; shows practical operation in a Class‑A tower. BluINFO Link.

BluSKY for Commercial Tenants
Highlights Person Reader as an all‑in‑one device for entrances, turnstiles, and elevators with proof‑of‑presence and multi‑credential support. BluINFO Link.

BluSKY Solutions for Multi‑Family / Schools
Overviews that call out Person Reader options for residential and education environments (intercom integration, elevator control, accessibility). Multi‑Family • Schools K‑12. (BluINFO)

Support & Troubleshooting

System Diagnostics (Person Reader Diagnostics)
Diagnostic landing page referencing Person Reader diagnostics among system tools (controllers, power, servers, DDE). BluINFO Link.

Why Does My Reader Not Work on an EP/LP/MP1501?
Step sequence to review reader configuration on Mercury hardware when a reader is non‑responsive; applicable to mixed environments. BluINFO Link.

FAQs (General)
General FAQs that include accessibility features and audio feedback behavior for access devices (including Person Readers). BluINFO Link.

Videos & Demos:

Person Reader Videos (Gallery)
Curated demo list: Person Reader TAP, DDE Terminal, turnstile experiences, and real‑site videos (e.g., 787 7th Ave). BluINFO Link.

Person Reader Installs (Photo Gallery)
Photo showcase of installations across marquee properties (Transamerica Pyramid, 50 California, 787 7th Ave, etc.).
BluINFO Link.

Blogs & Marketing:

BluB0X Person Reader: Hands‑Free, Voice‑Smart, Destination‑Driven
Narrative blog showing “speak to select/change floors,” instant recognition, and opt‑in control—ideal for tenant‑experience messaging. BluINFO Link.

How Voice Commands Improve Accessibility for Everyone
Explains why NLP voice in the (in‑car) Person Reader improves accessibility and speeds interaction while maintaining security. BluINFO Link.

The End of Single‑Function Card Readers: What Consultants Should Specify Instead
Argues for multi‑function Person Readers (appearance/voice + credentials) to meet ADA and modern building requirements. BluINFO Link.

Why Your Elevator Rides Are About to Get Smarter and Faster
Describes mobile + DDE + Person Reader flows that remove kiosk friction and reduce time‑to‑destination. BluINFO Link.

Why Turnstile‑Based Destination Dispatch Makes Lobbies Faster, Safer, Smarter
Turnstile‑embedded Person Readers convert queue time to walk time and improve lobby throughput with measurable KPIs. BluINFO Link.

Why Property Owners Should Stop Installing Card Readers in Elevators
Cost and capability comparison showing consolidated hardware and lower installed cost when using an in‑car Person Reader. BluINFO Link.

24 Game‑Changing Innovations Launched at ISC West 2025
Highlights Person Reader‑driven DDE improvements and overall system gains; useful for elevator/tenant‑experience storytelling. BluINFO Link.

BluB0X AI — Talk to Your Building
Overview of BluB0X AI voice interface in BluSKY; relevant where Person Reader voice/NLP is part of a broader voice strategy. BluINFO Link.

Release Notes & Updates:

January 2024 — PR/DDE UI & Analytics
Adds locked‑floor iconography for recognition/credential unlock and new elevator analytics (e.g., scatter diagram). BluINFO Link.

September/October 2024 — Maps & Voice Commands
Person Reader device added to Maps/Locations; voice command phrases (enable/disable recognition) documented. BluINFO Link • October 2024‑2.

Case Studies & References

BluB0X × Gunnebo × OTIS — Case Study
Turnstile‑embedded Person Readers with DDE assignments; elevator lobby PRs provide change‑of‑mind/backup flows. BluINFO Link.

CommonWealth Partners (Portfolio Spotlight)
Portfolio of Class‑A properties using BluB0X, including 787 7th Ave—illustrates at‑scale PR + DDE strategy. BluINFO Link.

Multifamily Project — Chicago Suburbs
End‑to‑end security/operations deployment overview; useful for residential PR/intercom/elevator positioning. BluINFO Link.

Reference List (Installations)
Directory of BluB0X installations across verticals with systems/components used; helpful for customer references. BluINFO Link.

Related Technical Training (Elevator Focus)

Elevator Configuration — Hardware
Training excerpt showing how to set in‑reader/alternate reader and timing for floor selection—useful context for PR + elevator config. BluINFO Link.

Notes

This index focuses on knowledge.blub0x.com (BluINFO) content specifically tied to Person Readers and Recognition (including DDE kiosks/turnstiles/TKE). Where multiple pages cover similar material (e.g., forms of the appearance recognition article), all are included for completeness. For commissioning and support, remember BluCARE requirements for DDE/PR projects noted in the related white paper. (BluINFO)