Is the Omnicom compatible with a door strike system from another company? Currently my customer is using a door strike which is rated for either a 12VDC or 24VAC power transformer. Can I interface with the existing strike or do I have to replace it?

The EAP panel powers the strike from its own AC adaptor (14VAC or 14VDC). Use EAP module with adaptor that responds to the power specification of your latch. EAP is very flexible in terms of power feed. You can use it with adapator rated for up to 36V, whether AC or DC. In addition it is DC-polarity blind. Also, you may use your existing strike circuit if you prefer (strike + transformer), with EAP only presenting a contact closure within the latch circuit.

What makes this product easier to maintain than others?

Its tremendous modularity. That means the following:

• Each apartment is supported by one IPC card within the Master Processing Unit (MPU). Each card can be placed and removed while system is in operation without affecting others. Wire connections to IPC terminates directly on the card via three compression connectors for Line IN, Line Out and EAP line.
• The PowerPlane board (backplane carrying also a Power supply) is removable. Remove all IPC's, then remove and replace PowerPlane board.
• Entry Panel (EAP) is totally modular. Keypad or buttons can be unplugged from main board. Audio board can be unplugged and removed. Motherboard as well as extensions boards can be removed and replaced individually.