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Security Expert SX Reader

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

Security Expert Multi-Technology Card Reader series has a
solution for every environment. Supporting RS-485 and Wiegand
communication interfaces and leading credential technologies,
Security Expert card readers allow rapid deployment of secure
access control technology.
Available in three sizes, multiple card capabilities, with optional
keypad and a choice of black or white, you can select the model
to fit the needs and decor of any installation.

Feature Highlights
Optional Features
l Multi card technology provides support for DESFire, MIFARE, and
A range of optional features means there is a model to suit everyone.
125kHz cards from a single reader
l Encrypted RS-485 or standard Wiegand connection
l Available with or without capacitive touch keypad
l Optional Bluetooth® / NFC credential reading
l Choose from the 125kHz or MIFARE/DESFire models, or the Multi
Technology model that supports all formats
l Supports OSDP communication protocol with secure channel
l Optional Bluetooth® / NFC connectivity to allow access via a
l Read range up to 60mm (2.36") with proximity ISO cards
smartphone
l Configurable LED strip: 2 color control (blue and green) via external l Opt for either black or white according to your decor
LED wiring, 16 color selectable for Security Expert function codes
(RS-485 connection only)
l Choose from three sizes to fit any situation
l Fully encapsulated design with environmental IP Rating of IP65 for
outdoor and indoor operation
l Three sizes, making it suitable for any situation

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Multi Card Technology OSDP 2.2 Communication

Available with 13.56MHz smart card capability or as a multi technology The OSDP protocol improves interoperability and adds scalability,
reader that combines both 125kHz proximity and 13.56MHz capabilities flexibility and ease of implementation.
in a single unit, delivering maximum compatibility while providing a path OSDP with secure channel offers additional security with AES-128
forward to the latest technology. The multi technology reader is ideal for encryption and predefined key management and authentication.
organizations that wish to transition to smart technology at their own
For more information, see Application Note 321: Configuring Security
pace, as it means they don’t need to replace all their cards up front.
Expert Readers for OSDP Communication.
Optional Bluetooth® / NFC Credential Reading Configurable LED Strip
Bluetooth® / NFC capability enables you to use your smartphone as your
The card reader provides the ability to change the color of the LED strip
access credential for maximum convenience.
(16 colors available) to show when a function has started, succeeded or
Equipped with support for most modern iOS and Android devices, you failed. For example, for a function that is used to arm an area you might
can unlock the door using a unique access credential that is entered set the LED to change to orange to show that the function has started,
against your user record in Security Expert, and authenticated by a yellow to show that the area has armed successfully, and red to indicate
secure cloud based server. when the function has failed.
Flexible Communication *This feature is only supported when wired using RS-485.
Choose between the intelligent RS-485 connection for fast, flexible,
IP65 Protection
secure communication, or Wiegand for compatibility with all standard
access control systems. RS-485 provides the added benefits of being The IP65 environmental rating provides a high degree of protection from
easier and more cost effective to wire and deploy, and allows for direct the elements, making the reader suitable for harsh environments.
integration with Security Expert systems, enabling you to make changes Readers can be mounted indoors or outdoors, located anywhere from the
on the fly once readers are installed. RS-485 also allows for longer cable car park gate to the office door.
runs and offers a simpler firmware update process.

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Reader Editions: SX Mullion Reader

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

Mullion 117 x 46 x 18mm (4.61 x 1.81 x 0.71")

MIFARE/
Bluetooth®
Keypad 125kHz DESFire/
Technology
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® Wireless Technology
SX-DRK-SW-BT
White Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
SX-RD-SB
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-SW
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader
SX-RD-SB-BT
Black 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
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: SX Wallplate Reader

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

Wallplate 117 x 75x 18mm (4.61 x 2.95 x 0.71")

MIFARE/
Bluetooth®
Keypad 125kHz DESFire/
Technology
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® Wireless Technology
SX-DRK-XW-BT
White Smart Card Reader with Keypad and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
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: SX Mini Reader

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

Mini 85 x 46 x 17mm (3.35 x 1.81 x 0.67”)

MIFARE/
Bluetooth®
Keypad 125kHz DESFire/
Technology
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® Wireless Technology
SX-RD-MW-BT
White 13.56MHz Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
SX-DRD-MB-BT
Black Smart Card Reader with Bluetooth® Wireless Technology

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Technical Specifications
Ordering Information
Order Codes See 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)
OSDP Communication OSDP standard 2.2 with Secure Channel Protocol ** / ***
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology
Proximity mode: up to 0.5m (1.6ft) Configurable **
Bluetooth® Read Range
Action unlock (shake): up to 5m (16.4ft) Configurable **
NRF8001 Bluetooth® version 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
NFC (Near-field communication) Proprietary Secured DESFire credential
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˚ to 85˚C (14˚ to 185˚F)
Mean Time Between Failures
520,834 hours (calculated using RFD 2000 (UTE C 80-810) Standard)
(MTBF)
Dimensions

Reader Dimensions Mullion Reader: 117 x 46 x 18mm (4.61 x 1.81 x 0.71")

(H x W x D) Wallplate Reader: 117 x 75 x 18mm (4.61 x 2.95 x 0.71")

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Mini Reader: 85 x 46 x 17mm (3.35 x 1.81 x 0.67”)

Reader Weights Net Weight Gross Weight
Mullion Reader 110g (3.9oz) 130g (4.6oz)
Mullion Reader with 3.5m Pigtail 270g (9.5oz) 350g (12.3oz)
Wallplate Reader 160g (5.6oz) 190g (6.7oz)
Wallplate Reader with 3.5m Pigtail 320g (11.3oz) 390g (13.8oz)
Mini Reader 80g (2.8oz) 100g (3.5oz)
Mini Reader with 3.5m Pigtail 240g (8.5oz) 300g (10.6oz)

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

† Applies to 125kHz and Multi-Technology models only
** Applies to Bluetooth® wireless technology enabled models only
*** Applies to 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.
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Schneider Electric is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners.

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Regulatory Notices UL/ULC (Underwriters Laboratories)

l UL 294 for Access Control System Units
New Zealand (RSM) and Australia (RCM)
l CAN/ULC S319 for Electronic Access Control Systems
This equipment carries the R-NZ label and complies with EMC and radio
communications regulations of the Australian Communications and Industry Canada
Media Authority (ACMA) governing the Australian and New Zealand
ICES-003
(AS/NZ) communities.
This is a Class A digital device that meets all requirements of the
AS/NZS 2201.1 Class 5 Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003
Security Expert systems conform to AS/NZS 2201.1:2007 Class 5
du Canada.
intruder alarm systems standards for the construction, operation,
performance and installation of intruder alarm equipment and systems CAN ICES-3 (A)/NMB-3(A)
installed in clients' premises.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
CE – Compliance with European Union (EU) FCC Rules and Regulations CFR 47, Part 15, Class A.
Conforms where applicable to European Union (EU) Low Voltage This equipment complies with the limits for a Class A digital device,
Directive (LVD) 2014/35/EU, Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following
Directive 2014/30/EU, Radio Equipment Directive (RED)2014/53/EU and two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference; (2)
RoHS Recast (RoHS2) Directive: 2011/65/EU + Amendment Directive This device must accept any interference received, including interference
(EU) 2015/863. that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with the rules of the Official Journal of the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) Verified Logo
European Union, for governing the Self Declaration of the CE Marking for This equipment carries the OSDP Verified logo which indicates that this
the European Union as specified in the above directives. device is compliant with the OSDP 2.2 PD Secure profile and all
Security Grade 4, Environmental Class II, EN 50131-1:2006+A2:2017, applicable standards.
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, Power
frequency magnetic field immunity tests EN 61000-4-8, Readers
Environmental Class: IVA, IK07, SSF 1014 Larmklass 2 and Larmklass
4.

UK Conformity Assessment (UKCA) Mark

This equipment carries the UKCA label and complies with all applicable
standards.

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