SES T1A2L250BSK, TEC1A 2 LINE DISP HF250 BASIC INCLUDES CLK
The SES T1A2L250BSK is a TEC1A 2-line hands-free telephone entry system from Select Engineered Systems. It is designed for controlled-entry properties that need a 250-capacity telephone entry unit with the TEC1A 2-line LCD display format and the Basic package configuration.
This model is commonly listed as the TEC1A 2 Line Display HF250 Basic Includes Clock. In the SES TEC1A Series, the T1A2L part of the model identifies the 2-line LCD display format, 250 identifies the phone/user capacity, and BSK identifies the Basic package level. SES lists the Basic TEC1A models as including clock/calendar.
The T1A2L250BSK is commonly used for apartments, small condominiums, gated properties, commercial entry points, parking access locations, and controlled lobby or pedestrian entrances where visitor calling, directory display, and relay-based gate or door release are needed. The TEC1A Series is separate from the TEC1 / T1HF series, TEC2 / T2HF series, TEC4 / T4HF series, and TEC10 / T10HF series, so the exact platform and model number should be verified before ordering.
This product should be treated as a telephone entry and access-control system, not as a gate opener, gate operator control board, card reader by itself, or safety device. It provides the visitor calling, directory display, programming, card-capacity database support where configured, and relay-command side of the system. The gate operator, door hardware, phone service, card readers, credentials, pedestal, power supply, mounting hardware, communication accessories, and field wiring must still be selected and verified separately.
What This Unit Does
The SES T1A2L250BSK allows visitors to use the entry station directory and keypad to locate or call a programmed resident, tenant, office, department, or authorized user. Once the call connects, the authorized person can speak with the visitor and release the gate or door using the programmed touch-tone command, depending on how the system is wired and configured.
The TEC1A platform is built for telephone entry with access-control capability. This 250-capacity Basic model is commonly listed with 250 phone capacity and 1000 card capacity. That makes it useful for small to mid-size properties that need a telephone entry station with card database support, but do not need all of the upgraded communication and expansion features included with the Deluxe or Premium packages.
The Basic package includes clock/calendar, while the Deluxe and Premium packages add additional communication and expansion features. Do not assume this Basic model includes high-speed modem, MUI, serial port, NIC, or two-reader board unless the current supplier package specifically confirms those options.
Compatible With
The SES T1A2L250BSK is intended for select SES TEC1A Series telephone entry and access-control applications where a 2-line display, 250 phone capacity, and Basic package configuration are required. Compatibility depends on the exact system configuration, reader/card requirements, communication method, relay wiring, programming method, mounting style, power requirements, and optional access-control hardware used on the site.
- Select Engineered Systems TEC1A telephone entry applications
- TEC1A 2-line LCD display installations
- Applications requiring 250 phone/user capacity
- Applications requiring up to 1000 card capacity where the proper readers, credentials, wiring, and programming are used
- TEC1A Basic package applications where clock/calendar is required
- Apartments, condominiums, gated properties, and managed residential entrances
- Private entrances, commercial entrances, parking access points, and controlled lobby entrances
- Gate operators with a compatible dry-contact input for access commands
- Door strikes, magnetic locks, and access-control devices when properly interfaced through the correct relay and life-safety wiring
- Telephone-entry applications using compatible phone-line, VoIP/SIP, cellular, or approved communication equipment where properly configured
Do not assume that a T1A2L250BSK will directly replace every older SES, TEC1, TEC2, TEC4, TEC10, CAT, DoorKing, Linear, LiftMaster, Aiphone, or other telephone entry unit without checking the wiring, mounting, display style, relay setup, reader/card requirements, programming method, communication requirements, and package options. Match the exact model, capacity, display format, package level, and included features before ordering.
Not Intended For
- Gate opener motor replacement
- Swing gate actuator replacement
- Slide gate operator control board replacement
- Barrier gate operator repair
- Emergency phone or SAT emergency tower applications
- TEC1 / T1HF replacement where the older TEC1 platform is specifically required
- TEC2, TEC4, or TEC10 replacement where those display/platform formats are required
- 4-line TEC1A installations unless a T1A4L model is selected
- Deluxe TEC1A installations requiring modem, MUI, and serial port unless the DLX model is selected
- Premium TEC1A installations requiring NIC and two-reader board unless the PRM model is selected
- Cellular TEC1A installations unless the correct cellular model/package is selected
- Sites requiring more than 250 phone/user capacity unless a higher-capacity TEC1A model is selected
- Direct replacement of a non-SES telephone entry system without confirming wiring, mounting, relay, programming, reader, card, and communication compatibility
Important Ordering Warnings
- Confirm the exact part number: T1A2L250BSK should be matched by full part number, not just by TEC1A 250 capacity. Similar TEC1A models may have different display styles and package options.
- Confirm the display format: T1A2L250BSK is the 2-line TEC1A version. If the site requires a 4-line display, review the T1A4L250 series instead.
- Confirm the package level: BSK is the Basic package. Do not confuse it with DLX Deluxe or PRM Premium models.
- Confirm included options: Basic models include clock/calendar, but should not be assumed to include modem, serial, MUI, NIC, two-reader board, cellular interface, or upgraded software unless confirmed by the current package.
- Confirm card access requirements: SES lists this model family with card capacity, but reader hardware, card format, credentials, wiring, and programming still need to be verified.
- Confirm communication method: Telephone entry systems may require a phone line, VoIP/SIP adapter, cellular interface, modem option, TCP/IP option, NIC option, line-sharing module, or other communication equipment depending on the site.
- This is not the gate operator: The T1A2L250BSK sends the access command. The gate operator or door-control device must be installed, wired, and operating correctly on its own.
Features & Specifications
| Feature / Specification | Details |
| Manufacturer | Select Engineered Systems / SES |
| Product Type | Hands-free telephone entry and access-control system |
| Part Number | T1A2L250BSK |
| Series | SES TEC1A Series |
| Common Description | TEC1A 2 Line Display HF250 Basic Includes Clock |
| Package Level | Basic / BSK |
| Display Format | 2-line LCD display / T1A2L format |
| Phone / Directory Capacity | 250 phone/user capacity |
| Card Capacity | 1000 card capacity listed for the TEC1A 250-capacity model family; verify readers, credentials, and package options before installation |
| Clock / Calendar | Included with Basic TEC1A 2-line and 4-line models |
| Call Style | Hands-free telephone entry calling |
| Relay Outputs | Two relays standard on TEC1A Series systems |
| Display Readability | LCD directory display is commonly described as readable in direct sunlight or at night |
| Capacity Family | TEC1A 2-line and 4-line models are commonly listed in 50, 125, 250, 500, and 1000 phone-capacity versions |
| Deluxe Package Difference | Deluxe models commonly add high-speed modem, MUI, and serial port in addition to clock/calendar |
| Premium Package Difference | Premium models commonly add high-speed modem, MUI, serial port, NIC, and two-reader board in addition to clock/calendar |
| Programming / Communication | Programming method and communication accessories depend on selected package and options; verify before ordering |
| Reader / Credential Note | Reader hardware, card format, credentials, and wiring must be verified before claiming complete card-access compatibility |
| Application | Apartments, gated properties, commercial entrances, parking access, private entrances, and controlled-entry locations requiring 250 capacity and a 2-line TEC1A display |
| Compatible System Type | SES TEC1A Series telephone entry and access-control installations |
| Included Items | T1A2L250BSK TEC1A Basic telephone entry unit with clock/calendar; verify enclosure, keys, manuals, transformer/power supply, software, readers, credentials, communication options, and mounting accessories against current supplier listing |
| Not Included Unless Confirmed | Gate operator, door strike, magnetic lock, pedestal, phone service, cellular service, VoIP/SIP interface, modem, MUI, serial port, NIC, two-reader board, card readers, credentials, upgraded software, and field wiring unless separately listed |
| Important Notes | Verify model number, package level, 2-line display, capacity, card requirements, communication method, relay requirements, mounting style, and included accessories before ordering |
Also Known As / Related Part Numbers
- T1A2L250BSK
- SES T1A2L250BSK
- SES TEC1A 2 Line Display HF250 Basic Includes Clock
- TEC1A 2 Line Display HF250 Basic
- TEC1A 2-Line HF250 Basic
- TEC1A HF250 Basic Includes Clock
- TEC1A 2 Line 250 Capacity Basic
- TEC1A 2-Line 250 Phone Capacity
- TEC1A Basic 250 Phone / 1000 Card Capacity
- TEC1A Basic Clock Calendar 250 Capacity
- SES TEC1A 250 Capacity Basic 2-Line
- Select Engineered Systems T1A2L250BSK
- Select Entry Systems T1A2L250BSK
- T1A2L50BSK, related lower-capacity 2-line Basic TEC1A model
- T1A2L125BSK, related lower-capacity 2-line Basic TEC1A model
- T1A2L500BSK, related higher-capacity 2-line Basic TEC1A model
- T1A2L1000BSK, related higher-capacity 2-line Basic TEC1A model
- T1A4L250BSK, related 4-line Basic TEC1A model
- T1A2L250DLX, related 2-line Deluxe TEC1A model
- T1A2L250PRM, related 2-line Premium TEC1A model
- T1A2L250PRMCL, related Premium Cellular TEC1A model where applicable
- TEC1A Series telephone entry, related SES product family
- TEC Basic software, related programming software where applicable
- SELCOM Secured Software, related programming/management software where applicable
- NIC / NIC2 option, related network programming accessory where supported by selected package
Related Parts and Accessories
- SES TEC1A 4-line models where a larger display is required
- SES TEC1A higher-capacity models where more than 250 phone/user entries are required
- SES TEC1A lower-capacity models where 250 entries are not needed
- SES TEC1A Deluxe models where modem, MUI, and serial port are required
- SES TEC1A Premium models where NIC and two-reader board features are required
- Compatible card readers matched to the selected reader format and package options
- Compatible access cards or fobs matched to reader technology and facility code
- Compatible modem, serial, network, cellular, VoIP/SIP, TCP/IP, NIC, or line-sharing accessories where required and supported
- Pedestals, mounting boxes, weather protection, and enclosure accessories where required
- Gate operator relay wiring, door strike, magnetic lock, request-to-exit device, or access-control hardware where required
- Surge protection, grounding hardware, power wiring, communication wiring, reader wiring, and low-voltage cable for the installation
Technician Note
The T1A2L250BSK is the 2-line Basic TEC1A 250-capacity model with clock/calendar included. It should not be blended with the older TEC1 T1HF250, the TEC2 T2HF250, or the TEC4/T10 models. The model number tells you the platform, display, capacity, and package level, so it is important to match the full part number before replacing an existing SES unit.
The BSK Basic package is not the same as the DLX Deluxe or PRM Premium package. If the site needs high-speed modem, MUI, serial port, NIC, two-reader board, cellular communication, or advanced remote programming, compare the Deluxe, Premium, or cellular TEC1A versions before ordering this Basic model.
Before Ordering, Confirm
- Confirm the needed part number is T1A2L250BSK.
- Confirm the site requires an SES TEC1A Series telephone entry system.
- Confirm the 2-line T1A2L display format is correct.
- Confirm the Basic / BSK package level is correct.
- Confirm the site needs 250 phone/user capacity.
- Confirm the listed 1000 card capacity and card-access requirements match the site design.
- Confirm whether card readers and credentials are included or must be ordered separately.
- Confirm reader type, wiring, card format, facility code, and credential compatibility.
- Confirm clock/calendar is required and that no Deluxe or Premium communication options are needed.
- Confirm whether modem, MUI, serial port, NIC, two-reader board, or cellular communication is required.
- Confirm communication method, such as phone line, VoIP/SIP interface, cellular interface, modem, serial connection, TCP/IP, NIC option, network interface, or other approved setup.
- Confirm whether keypad programming, remote programming, software programming, or accessory-based programming is required.
- Confirm the number of entrances or relays required and how the two standard relays will be used.
- Confirm the gate operator or door-control device has a compatible dry-contact input for access commands.
- Confirm mounting style, pedestal requirements, weather exposure, enclosure style, and site conditions.
- Confirm power requirements and whether the transformer or power supply is included with the current package.
- Confirm grounding, surge protection, communication wiring, reader wiring, and low-voltage wiring requirements.
- Confirm current package contents, including keys, manuals, mounting hardware, software, communication options, transformer/power supply, and accessories.
Professional Advisory
Telephone entry and access-control installation requires proper low-voltage wiring, telephone or communication wiring, reader wiring, relay wiring, grounding, surge protection, programming, directory setup, card/credential management, and gate or door hardware coordination. A qualified access-control technician should handle the installation when the site includes card readers, remote programming, VoIP/SIP conversion, cellular conversion, TCP/IP programming, commercial door hardware, long outdoor cable runs, or an existing database transfer.
Do not connect telephone entry or access-control equipment in a way that bypasses gate safety devices, monitored entrapment protection, fire access requirements, emergency release requirements, or door life-safety hardware. The T1A2L250BSK should only command a properly installed gate operator or door-control device through the correct relay or input interface.
Product Questions & Answers
What is the SES T1A2L250BSK used for?
The T1A2L250BSK is used as a TEC1A 2-line hands-free telephone entry and access-control system for apartments, gated properties, commercial entrances, parking access points, private entrances, and other controlled-entry locations. It lets visitors call a programmed resident, tenant, office, or user from the entry point.
What does BSK mean on T1A2L250BSK?
BSK identifies this as the Basic TEC1A package. The Basic 2-line and 4-line TEC1A models include clock/calendar, but should not be assumed to include the Deluxe or Premium communication and expansion options unless the package specifically confirms them.
What capacity does the T1A2L250BSK support?
The T1A2L250BSK is commonly listed with 250 phone/user capacity and 1000 card capacity. Reader hardware, credentials, card format, and programming requirements still need to be verified before installation.
Is T1A2L250BSK the same as T1A4L250BSK?
No. T1A2L250BSK is the 2-line TEC1A Basic model. T1A4L250BSK is the related 4-line Basic model. The display format is different, so the correct model should be matched before ordering.
No. T1A2L250BSK is the Basic package. Deluxe and Premium TEC1A models include additional communication or expansion features, so they should not be substituted without checking the site requirements.
Is the T1A2L250BSK a gate opener?
No. The T1A2L250BSK is a telephone entry and access-control system. It can send an access command to a compatible gate operator or door-control device, but it does not replace the gate opener motor, actuator, control board, receiver, or safety devices.
