Feb 5, 2026 | Blog
Managing visitors efficiently and securely is a crucial part of any busy property, whether you manage a multi-family community, gated entrance, commercial building, or HOA-managed neighborhood. This need has led to the development of sophisticated visitor management...
Feb 2, 2026 | Blog
External Cameras for Enhanced Property Security: A Guide to Your Options When it comes to securing any property, having the right gate security camera system in place is essential. When complex camera, surveillance, and video setups are not necessary for a property,...
Jan 16, 2026 | Blog
CellGate’s Watchman™ visitor management and access control products are installed at many single-family homes, multi-family homes, and commercial properties across the country. All of them come with a unique capability called Voice Mail Intelligence (VMI), a...
Dec 16, 2025 | CellGate Solutions
CellGate provides Total Property Security Access for single family, multi-family, and commercial properties through live video telephone entry,access control and camera integration – powered by our cloud-based TrueCloud Connect platform and the CellGate app....
Dec 15, 2025 | CellGate Solutions
CellGate provides Total Property Security Access for single-family, multi-family, and commercial properties – includinga fully integrated suite of access control solutions powered by TrueCloud Connect and the CellGate app. Watch on Vimeo What this...
Dec 15, 2025 | CellGate Solutions
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Dec 15, 2025 | CellGate Solutions
CellGate delivers Total Property Security Access to commercial properties of all sizes through live video telephone entry,access control, and camera integration – powered by TrueCloud Connect and the CellGate app. Watch on Vimeo What this video...
Dec 15, 2025 | CellGate Solutions, Watchman
CellGate delivers Total Property Security Access for multi-family residential communities through live video telephone entry, access control, and camera integration – powered by TrueCloud Connect and the CellGate app. Watch on Vimeo What this video covers Live...
Dec 15, 2025 | CellGate Solutions, Watchman
CellGate delivers Total Property Security Access to single family properties through live video telephone entry, access control, and camera integration – powered by TrueCloud Connect and the CellGate app, providing a Single Family Visitor Management Solution for...
Mar 4, 2025 | Support Resource
Tools & Safety Precautions A Phillips head screwdriver A 6mm electric drill Plastic wall anchors Torx head screws (M3x6) A multimeter (recommended for verifying connections) ⚠ Important: Always disconnect power before working on electrical devices. Step 1:...
Mar 3, 2025 | Support Resource
Managing CellGate Readers through TrueCloud Connect allows for complete control over security setup, access methods, and user permissions. Whether you’re configuring QR codes, Bluetooth access, keypads, or encrypted card credentials, this system gives you remote...
Feb 28, 2025 | Support Resource
The CellGate CR-INFINITY Reader is a versatile access control solution that offers four convenient ways to enter your property: Access Card, Bluetooth, Keypad Code, and QR Code. This guide will walk you through each method to ensure a smooth and secure entry...
Feb 28, 2025 | Support Resource
The CellGate Halo Reader provides a secure and convenient way to enter your property using either an access card, key fob, or Bluetooth-enabled wave-to-unlock access via your mobile device. This guide will walk you through both methods to ensure seamless entry. Watch...
Feb 28, 2025 | Support Resource
The CellGate CR Keypad provides a secure and convenient way to access your property using either a credential card, PIN Code, or Key Fob access. This guide will walk you through the simple steps to enter your access code or use your RFID card for seamless entry. Watch...
Feb 6, 2025 | Blog
In today’s world of advanced security and constantly changing technology, understanding the terminology surrounding access control systems is crucial for anyone working in property management. Here are 21 access control terms we think can help you navigate this space....
Dec 6, 2024 | Blog
In recent years, property management companies have undergone a noticeable transformation. One notable trend gaining ground is self-guided tours. More and more potential renters and buyers are seeking autonomy in their resident search experiences. This shift has...
Nov 22, 2024 | Blog
In the competitive landscape of multi-family properties, staying ahead of the curve when it comes to resident amenities is essential for attracting and retaining tenants. One of the most effective ways to achieve this is by implementing cost-effective smart technology...
Jul 17, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, Watchman
Managing visitor access has never been easier with the CellGate App. This guide walks you through how to locate and use Visitor Passes – a type of Access Credential used for visitors, vendors, deliveries, and other guests. In the app interface, Visitor Passes may...
Jul 16, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
Managing visitor access has never been easier with the CellGate app. This guide will walk you through using PIN codes to provide secure access to your property. What is a PIN Code? A PIN code is a virtual key that can be sent via SMS or email to visitors. Users can...
Jul 16, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
Managing visitor access has never been easier with the CellGate App. This guide walks you through how to locate and use Visitor Passes – a type of Access Credential used for visitors, vendors, deliveries, and other guests. In the app interface, Visitor Passes may...
▶ Visitor Passes & Access Credentials for Visitor Management
Jul 16, 2024 | Support Resource, Virtual Keys
When managing visitor access to your property, flexibility and security are crucial. Visitor Pass management using QR and PIN-based Access Credentials offers tailored options for recurring access, time-sensitive events, and one-time visits, helping keep your property...
Jul 16, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, TrueCloud Connect
📥 DOWNLOAD VIDEO – First, open the video directly on Vimeo, then click the “Download” button under the video player. What is TrueCloud Connect? TrueCloud Connect is the core of the CellGate system, managing all communications with CellGate...
Jul 16, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, Watchman
📥 DOWNLOAD VIDEO – First, open the video directly on Vimeo, then click the “Download” button under the video player. The Watchman W410 cellular telephone entry system from CellGate is designed for residential or commercial properties that need...
Jul 16, 2024 | Support Resource, Virtual Keys
PIN codes are a type of Access Credential in the CellGate TrueCloud Connect™ portal. They function as secure Access Passes you can assign to visitors, staff, and service providers to grant temporary access to your property. This guide will walk you through the steps...
Jul 12, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, Watchman
Discover the benefits of seeing visitors live with CellGate’s advanced security solutions. One of the standout features of CellGate’s security systems is the ability to provide property owners and residents with a heightened sense of security and control. As...
Jul 12, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, OmniPoint
“Now CellGate is taking the next leap forward with OmniPoint, a long-range multipoint wireless data access control system.” – Noel Gouldin, President of CellGate In a recent video, CellGate President Noel Gouldin described the innovative features and benefits of...
Jul 12, 2024 | CellGate Solutions, OmniPoint
CellGate’s OmniPoint wireless access control system is a cost-effective, simple-to-install way to secure doors, gates, and overhead doors across large properties – without running expensive long-distance data wiring or installing multiple control panels. Watch...
Jul 11, 2024 | Dealer Resources, App, EPM, OmniPoint
This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of installing an OmniPoint wireless access control Entry Point Module (EPM) using the CG Installer Control App. EPMs are one of the key components in an OmniPoint door access system. Follow these instructions...
Jul 11, 2024 | Dealer Resources, EPM
OmniPoint EPM Installation from CellGate on Vimeo. OmniPoint is a wireless access control solution. OmniPoint utilizes a Gateway that transmits data to CellGate’s TrueCloud Connect administrative engine AND locally with up to 100 entry point modules (EPMs) via LoRa...
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
This guide will walk you through the process of using a QR Code Virtual Key for property entry. Once you have sent the key to a visitor, the recipient will receive a link via email or SMS to access their QR code “Key.” Virtual Keys are a visitor management...
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
This guide will walk you through the process of sharing a Temporary Event QR code key with your guests using the CellGate App. Temporary Event Virtual Keys are ideal for one-time events like parties, and can be easily shared via text or email. Temporary Event...
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
Virtual Keys are a feature available on all Watchman multi family access control systems. This guide will walk you through the process of sharing an Individual QR Code Virtual Key with a recurring visitor (like a dog walker, babysitter, etc.) using the CellGate App. ...
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
This guide will walk you through the process of creating a personalized QR code Individual Key using the CellGate App. An Individual Key is a QR code invitation that can be used repeatedly by someone who needs property access on recurring day(s) and/or time(s)....
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, Virtual Keys
This guide explains how to locate and manage Access Passes within the CellGate App. Access Passes are a type of Access Credential used for visitor management – ideal for guests, vendors, service providers, and deliveries at your property. This feature is available on...
Jun 21, 2024 | Support Resource, Virtual Keys
QR Code Virtual Keys are an essential tool for managing visitor access at a multi-family property. Serving as digital barcodes, they can be sent via SMS or email to grant entry to specific access points on a property, while also being set up to work only during...
Jun 18, 2024 | Support Resource, OmniPoint
OmniPoint® is an award-winning wireless multi-point access control solution. In this video we will outline best practices for the adoption of an OmniPoint wireless multi-point access control system from CellGate. You will learn: How to scope the job site prior to...
Jun 17, 2024 | Support Resource, OmniPoint
OmniPoint® is an award-winning wireless multi-point access control solution. Part 2. OmniPoint Account Pre-Installation Onboarding. Congratulations! You have successfully sold an OmniPoint wireless multi-point access control system, and are now ready to prepare the...
Jun 16, 2024 | Support Resource, OmniPoint
OmniPoint® is an award-winning wireless multi-point access control solution. Part 3. OmniPoint Installation Day. If you have completed the OmniPoint account onboarding process, you are now ready to install your customer’s OmniPoint solution. Step 1. Your first step on...
Jun 16, 2024 | Blog
Selecting an access control system is a critical decision for property managers and owners. CellGate and Brivo are leading providers in this space, each offering unique features to enhance security and convenience. So in a head-to-head comparison, Cellgate vs Brivo,...
Jun 12, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how to manage the No Access Group within the TrueCloud Connect system using the dashboard. Property managers utilizing a CellGate multi-family access control system can remove residents or tenants from...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how to manage the Visitor Group within the TrueCloud Connect system using the dashboard. Property managers utilizing a CellGate multi-family access control system can add numeric entrance codes for guests or...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how property managers using a CellGate multi-family access control system can add residents or employees to call groups and property directories within TrueCloud Connect. TrueCloud Connect is CellGate’s...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how a property manager utilizing a CellGate multi-family access control system can manage the Account Admin group using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how to manage and utilize Visitor Pass and Access Credential features within user groups using the TrueCloud Connect™ dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
This video addresses how property managers uitlizing a CellGate multi-family access control system are sending out notifcations to new users once they were set up as a user for the first time within TrueCloud Connect. You should be in the “CallGroup”...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, CellGate App Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how to property managers of a multi-family property would manage app calls within call groups using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This guide provides detailed instructions on how property managers of a CellGate multi-family access control product are managing call groups using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how administrators of a multi-family access control product are importing users into call groups using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how a property administrator can add codes to user profiles via the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data flow between product...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource
Guide for Resource 9: Add Restrictions to User Access Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how a property administrator would add restrictions to user access via the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how adminstrators can edit user information in their CellGate access control system via the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This guide provides detailed instructions on how property adminstrators can delete users in their CellGate access control system via the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how CellGate access control system owners can add users to TrueCloud Connect via its dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data flow between product...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions for property administrators of a CellGate access control solution on how to access the activity log of their system using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video explains how a property adminstrator can override an existing gate schedule on their Watchman visitor management product using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides instructions on setting your gate schedule on your Watchman system using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data flow between product hardware, the...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how a Watchman product owner can trigger the Watchman camera to capture photos of visitors at your gate using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction This video provides detailed instructions on how to trigger a Watchman gate access control system using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. TrueCloud Connect™ is CellGate’s proprietary back-end architecture that manages all data flow between product...
Jun 1, 2024 | Support Resource, TrueCloud Connect
Introduction to the TrueCloud Connect Dashboard Welcome to the comprehensive guide for using the TrueCloud Connect dashboard. Here, you’ll find detailed instructions and resources on various functionalities such as triggering the gate, setting schedules,...
May 16, 2024 | Blog, OmniPoint
When it comes to property access control solutions, video intercoms for visitor management are critical tools in property access control. Thus choosing the right provider is crucial for both security and convenience. CellGate and Butterfly MX are two prominent names...
Jan 28, 2024 | News
Sep 29, 2023 | Blog
As society has become more technologically proficient, the use of video has exploded in almost every area of life. Today we can watch television on our phones and iPads. We can watch marketing and how-to videos on almost every business website. We spend hours on...
Nov 8, 2020 | News
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Apr 30, 2020 | Blog
Video access control systems currently utilize 3 types of core technology. This technology transmits the information necessary to provide both access control commands and video of access events: Hardwired internet connection Wi-Fi-based internet connection or...
Mar 25, 2020 | Blog
History of landline telephone lines vs cellular networks For decades, telephone entry systems were physical landline-based systems. A property owner that wished to have a telephone entry system installed at their property’s gate to screen visitors, would first have...
Mar 3, 2020 | Blog
Landline-based gate access control For several decades, gate access control systems were often controlled by landline-based telephone systems. Such systems were programmed at the hardware or keypad level, and often required a landline telephone system to run. While...
