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You're on-site, the system isn't working, the client is pacing, and you've got another job waiting. Not a great feeling, but a familiar one. The good news is that most door entry audio and video faults come down to the same handful of causes. 

Here are the 8 that come up most often, what causes them, and how to fix them without coming back.

At Door Entry Direct, we don't just supply products. We help installers spec the right systems for every job, which is why attending The Security Event (TSE) 2026 at the NEC Birmingham from 28 to 30 April was a highlight of our calendar.

IP versus analogue? Let's talk. The honest answer is that neither system is universally better, and anyone who tells you otherwise is selling you something. The right call depends entirely on the project, and getting it wrong means callbacks, snagging lists, and conversations nobody wants to have. Here's how to get it right the first time.

Door entry jobs on residential developments come with more compliance considerations than most installers expect. Part M of the Building Regulations is one that catches people out, not because it's complicated, but because it's easy to overlook until a building control officer raises it at the worst possible moment.

Getting the maglock specification wrong on an access control installation is one of those problems that only shows up after the job is done. A holding force that falls short, a profile that doesn't suit the frame, or a product that fails a fire compliance check means returning to the site and absorbing costs that should never have existed. Installers working across commercial and residential projects deserve a range that covers every configuration without requiring a compromise or a last-minute supplier change.

Managing access control across a site often means working with a mix of wired (online) and wireless (offline) doors. 

Each type presents its own practical considerations, yet administration shouldn’t have to be divided across separate systems. PAC Lock has been developed to bridge this gap, allowing both online and offline doors to be managed within the Access Central™ platform. 

The result is a unified workflow that keeps administration straightforward, even when buildings require a blend of technologies.

The Wireless Video Intercom That’ll Make You Wonder Why You Ever Bothered with 4G Kits

Whether you’re managing properties, securing businesses, or gate installations, you need tools that are both reliable and easy to use. Enter the  SRS Universal Proximity Reader (UPR+).

The SRS DC300 Keypad - your new best mate for access control projects. It’s smart, sleek, and tough enough to handle anything the UK climate (or your clients) throw at it. 

From our doorstep to yours, here are your top products for the past year!