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Troubleshooting your Access Control system

Your access control system is run by a small computer called the Gatekeeper.

If you’re having trouble with access or check-ins, here’s how to get things moving again.

 

1. Check power and internet


Start by finding your Gatekeeper and make sure it’s plugged into both power and the internet.

 

2. Use on-screen troubleshooting


If an error shows up next to a reader on the Visitors page, click the Troubleshooting button. This takes you straight to a help article tailored to that specific issue.

The articles guide you through quick checks, simple tests, and step-by-step fixes you can do any time of day. Each article also has a built-in form to contact support directly, showing exactly what you’ve tried so we can help faster.
 

 

 

3. Troubleshooting without an error

Even if no error appears, you can  find helpful troubleshooting resources on our website,. Just match the symptom, for example  Door isn't opening, and follow the steps provided.

 

4. Video mini guides

Visit our YouTube Channel for short GymMaster help videos.

These mini guides show you how to resolve common Gatekeeper and door access issues, step by step, in just a few minutes.

Testing a normally OPEN / Fail secure door lock

Testing a normally CLOSED / Fail secure door lock

Bench testing a GateKeeper

Check a GateKeeper for Errors

Investigating a GateKeeper Offline

Finding GateKeeper Errors in GymMaster

 

5. Contact GymMaster Support

If you've worked through these resources without resolution, contact us at GymMaster Support. 

 

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