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Working time recorders

A working time recorder is a device that logs employee attendance by recording the date, time and type of event for every clock-in / clock-out. HDWR offers three product families covering the full range from a simple standalone clock to a fully cloud-integrated multi-site system.

The three HDWR families​

  • Offline recorders (CTR / FTR) — standalone devices with built-in software, no installation required, data exported to USB or Excel
  • Online recorders (TimeLok) — networked devices with LAN, WiFi or 4G, full integration with the BeepClock cloud app
  • BeepClock app — our in-house web application for time tracking, attendance monitoring and reporting (works with TimeLok devices)

Identification methods​

All HDWR recorders support more than one way to log a clock-in:

  • PIN / access code — keypad entry
  • Fingerprint — biometric, the most secure
  • RFID card or key fob — 125 kHz and/or 13.56 MHz depending on the model

Selected models combine all three so each employee can use whichever method is most convenient.

General information

What is a working time recorder and what is it used for?
A working time recorder is a device that logs employee attendance — it stores the date, time and event type (clock in / clock out / break) for every action. Recorders can also be used as access controllers for rooms or buildings, with an electronic lock attached to the same wiring. They support PIN, fingerprint and RFID identification and can store tens of thousands of events in internal memory — enough for several weeks of continuous use without exporting.
How does the recorder identify employees?
Three methods, individually or combined: an assigned PIN entered on the keypad, a fingerprint scan (biometric, the most secure because of its uniqueness), or an RFID card / key fob. Devices that support RFID work with 125 kHz tags, 13.56 MHz tags, or both — see each model's specification. Combined-method models let one employee log in with whatever method is most convenient at the moment.
Where is the login data stored?
All clock-in / clock-out events are stored in the device's internal memory. Capacity varies by model but typically reaches tens of thousands of events. Online (TimeLok) models also sync events to the BeepClock cloud app in real time, so the internal memory acts as a buffer if connectivity is briefly lost.
Which RFID frequencies do HDWR recorders support?
Recorders with RFID work with cards and key fobs at 125 kHz or 13.56 MHz depending on the model. Some models read both frequencies. Check the specification of the model you intend to buy — if you already have a stock of cards on a specific frequency, pick a matching reader.
Can the recorder be wall-mounted?
Yes — every HDWR recorder has dedicated mounting holes on the back of the housing, and the box includes wall anchors and screws. Wall-mounting is the standard installation; the device is typically placed next to the room entrance at a comfortable hand height.
Does the recorder have a Wiegand input / output?
Yes — HDWR recorders support the Wiegand 26 and Wiegand 34 protocols, so you can hook up an external access-control reader and feed its data directly into the recorder. This is useful when you want to keep a separate reader at a door but consolidate logs in one device.
Is the device interface available in languages other than English?
The on-device user interface is English only. The BeepClock cloud app (used with TimeLok models) is available in multiple languages, so day-to-day staff interaction with reports and configuration happens in your local language even though the device itself shows English prompts.