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Security Expert Reader

Sleek and stylish, and with a range of optional features, the

Security Expert Reader series has a solution for everyone.
Available in three sizes, multiple card capabilities, with an
optional keypad, and in your choice of black or white, you can
select the model to fit your needs and decor.

Feature Highlights Optional Bluetooth / NFC Credential Reading

l Multi card technology provides support for DESFire, MIFARE, and Bluetooth / NFC capability enables you to use your smartphone as your
125kHz cards from a single reader access credential for maximum convenience. Equipped with support for
l Encrypted RS-485 or standard Wiegand connection most modern iOS and Android devices, you can unlock the door using a
unique access credential that is entered against your user record in
l Optional Bluetooth / NFC credential reading
Security Expert, and authenticated by a secure cloud based server.
l Configurable LED strip: 2 color control (blue and green) via external
LED wiring, 16 color selectable for Security Expert function codes (RS- Flexible Communication
485 connection only)
Choose between the intelligent RS-485 connection for fast, flexible,
l Fully encapsulated design with environmental IP Rating of IP65 for secure communication, or Wiegand for compatibility with all standard
outdoor and indoor operation access control systems. RS-485 provides the added benefits of being
l Read range up to 60mm (2.36") with proximity ISO cards easier and more cost effective to wire and deploy, and allows for direct
l Three sizes suitable for any situation integration with Security Expert systems, enabling you to make changes
on the fly once readers are installed. RS-485 also allows for longer cable
Optional Features runs and offers a simpler firmware update process.
A range of optional features means there is a model to suit everyone. IP65 Protection
l Available with or without capacitive touch keypad
The IP65 environmental rating provides a high degree of protection from
l Choose from the 125kHz or MIFARE/DESFire models, or the Multi the elements, making the reader suitable for harsh environments.
Technology model that supports all formats Readers can be mounted indoors or outdoors, located anywhere from the
l Optional Bluetooth / NFC connectivity to allow access via a car park gate to the office door.
smartphone
Configurable LED Strip
l Opt for either black or white according to your decor
l Choose from three sizes to fit any situation The Security Expert Reader provides the ability to change the color of the
LED strip (16 colors available) to show when a function has started,
Multi Card Technology succeeded or failed. For example, when a function is used to arm an area
you can set the LED to change to purple to show that the function has
Available with 13.56MHz smart card capability or as a multi technology
started, yellow to show that the area has armed successfully, and red to
reader that combines both 125kHz proximity and 13.56MHz capabilities in
indicate that the function has failed.
a single unit, delivering maximum compatibility while providing a path
forward to the latest technology. The multi technology reader is ideal for *This feature is only supported when wired using RS-485.
organizations that wish to transition to smart technology at their own pace,
as it means they don’t need to replace all their cards up front.

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Reader Editions: Mullion Reader

The Mullion Reader is available in multiple editions, with a range of optional features:

Mullion Reader 115 x 45 x 18mm (4.53 x 1.77 x 0.71")

MIFARE/
Keypad 125KHz DESFire/ Bluetooth
NFC
SX-DRD-SB
Black Smart Card Reader
SX-DRK-SB
Black Smart Card Reader with Keypad
SX-DRK-SB-BT
Black Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth
SX-DRK-SW-BT
White Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth
SX-RD-SB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-SW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RK-SB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Keypad
SX-RK-SW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Keypad

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Reader Editions: Wallplate Reader

The Wallplate Reader is available in multiple editions, with a range of optional features:

Wallplate Reader 115 x 73 x 18mm (4.53 x 2.87 x 0.71”)

MIFARE/
Keypad 125KHz DESFire/ Bluetooth
NFC
SX-DRD-XB
Black Smart Card Reader
SX-DRK-XB
Black Smart Card Reader with Keypad
SX-DRK-XB-BT
Black Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth
SX-DRK-XW-BT
White Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth
SX-RD-XB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-XW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RK-XB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Keypad
SX-RK-XW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Keypad

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Reader Editions: Mini Reader

The Mini Reader is available in multiple editions, with a range of optional features:

Mini Reader 84 x 45 x 17mm (3.31 x 1.77 x 0.67”)

MIFARE/
Keypad 125KHz DESFire/ Bluetooth
NFC
SX-RD-MB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-MW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-MB-BT
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth
SX-RD-MW-BT
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth
SX-DRD-MB-BT
Black Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth

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Technical Specifications

Ordering Information
Order Codes See Security Expert Reader editions.
Power Supply
Operating Voltage 12VDC (9.5 to 14VDC)
Mullion Reader: 254mA (peak, reading)
Operating Current Wallplate Reader: 298mA (peak, reading)
Mini Reader: 203mA (peak, reading)
Communications
MIFARE 60mm (2.36") *
Card Read Range DESFire EV1 ISO 15mm (0.6") *
125kHz Clamshell 40mm (1.57”) †
MIFARE 30mm (1.2") *
Tag Read Range DESFire EV1 6mm (0.23") *
125kHz 25mm (0.98”) †
Wiegand Interface Multiple format 26 or 34 Bit data 0 and data 1, card defined.
13.56 MHz ISO/IEC 14443 Type A*
Frequency
125KHz pulse width modulated†
Wiegand: 22Awg alpha 5196, 5198, 18Awg alpha 5386, 5388. Max Distance 150m (492ft)
Multi Conductor Cable
Module comms/RS485: Belden 9842 or equivalent. Max distance 900m (3000ft)
Bluetooth
Proximity mode: up to 0.5m (1.6ft) Configurable**
Bluetooth Read Range
Action unlock (shake): up to 5m (16.4ft) Configurable**
NRF8001 Bluetooth 4.0 compliant

Bluetooth Electronic credential Proprietary data exchange protocol. AES128 Encrypted

transmission technology Reader App Version: 1.04.175 and above
Credentials can be distinguished by unique site code and card number
Bluetooth Wireless Device Security Expert Mobile 1.0.x
NFC
NFC Read Range Up to 60mm***
Android 4.4 or above, with phones which support ISO7816-4
Proprietary Secured DESFire credential
NFC (Near-field communication)
Electronic credential transmission Credential is AES-256 (NIST certified AES algorithm)
technology
Reader App Version: 1.04.175 and above
Credentials can be distinguished by unique site code and card number
NFC Wireless Device Security Expert Mobile 1.0.x
Operating Conditions
Environment IP Rating IP65
Operating Temperature UL/ULC -35° to 66°C (-31° to 151°F) : EU EN -40° to 70°C (-40° to 158°F)
Storage Temperature -10˚- 85˚C (14˚ - 185˚F)
Mean Time Between Failures
520,834 hours (calculated using RFD 2000 (UTE C 80-810) Standard)
(MTBF)

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Dimensions
Mullion Reader: 115 x 45 x 18mm (4.53 x 1.77 x 0.71")
Reader Dimensions
Wallplate Reader: 115 x 73 x 18mm (4.53 x 2.87 x 0.71”)
(H x W x D)
Mini Reader: 84 x 45 x 17mm (3.31 x 1.77 x 0.67”)
Mullion Reader: 110g (3.89oz)
Weight Wallplate Reader: 155.8g (5.5oz)
Mini Reader: 80g (2.82oz)

* Applies to the MIFARE/DESFire and Multi-Technology models only

† Applies to the 125kHz and Multi-Technology models only
** Applies to the Bluetooth enabled models only
*** Applies to the NFC capable models only
The size of conductor used for the supply of power to the unit should be adequate to prevent voltage drop at the terminals of no more than 5% of the rated
supply voltage.

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Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

FCC Rules and Regulations CFR 47, Part 15, Class A.
New Zealand (RSM) and Australia (RCM) This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A digital device,
This equipment carries the R-NZ label and complies with EMC and radio pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
communications regulations of the Australian Communications and Media two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; (2)
Authority (ACMA) governing the Australian and New Zealand (AS/NZ) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
communities. that may cause undesired operation.

CE – Compliance with European Union (EU) Industry Canada

Conforms where applicable to European Union (EU) Low Voltage ICES-003
Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
This is a Class A digital device that meets all requirements of the Canadian
Directive 2014/30/EU, Radio Equipment Directive (RED)2014/53/EU and
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
RoHS Recast (RoHS2) Directive: 2011/65/EU + Amendment Directive
(EU) 2015/863. CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)

This equipment complies with the rules, of the Official Journal of the UL/ULC (Underwriters Laboratories)
European Union, for governing the Self Declaration of the CE Marking for l UL 294 for Access Control System Units
the European Union as specified in the above directives.
l CAN/ULC S319 for Electronic Access Control Systems
Security Grade 4, Environmental Class II, EN 50131-1:2006+A2:2017,
EN 50131-3:2009, EN 50131-6:2008+A1:2014, EN 50131-10:2014, EN
50136-1:2012, EN 50136-2:2013, EN 60839-11-1:2013, Readers
Environmental Class: IVA, IK07.

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