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ICT Card Reader
Configuration Guide
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ICT Protege Specifications

General IconGeneral
Reader TechnologyProximity
CommunicationRS-485
Tamper ProtectionYes
Operating Humidity0% to 95% (non-condensing)
Card Technology125kHz Proximity
Supported CardsHID Prox
Output FormatWiegand
Weight100g

Summary

Introduction to ICT Card Readers

About This Module

Describes the ICT card reader as an advanced RFID device for security and access control.

Current Features

Lists the current features of ICT card readers, including multi-card support and connectivity options.

Programming ICT Card Readers

Explains how ICT card readers are programmed using TLV settings within a time window after powering up.

Updating Card Reader Firmware

LoadIT Settings

Details the configuration steps within LoadIT software for updating card reader firmware via RS-485.

Protege Config App Usage

Programming Summary

Outlines the steps to program a card reader using the Protege Config App and Bluetooth.

Prerequisites for Config App

Lists requirements for using the Config App and for the card reader itself, including firmware version and capability.

Installing the Protege Config App

Downloading for Android Devices

Instructions for downloading the Protege Config App from the Google Play Store.

Downloading for iPhone / iPad

Instructions for downloading the Protege Config App from the App Store.

Logging In to the Config App

Details on logging into the Protege Config App using existing or new account credentials.

First-Time Login and App Navigation

Config App Navigation and Settings

Explains how to navigate the Config App and lists available pages like Reader Configuration and Account Settings.

Reader Configuration Management

Config Management

Describes creating and managing configuration profiles (configs) using TLV settings in the Config App.

TLV Settings Overview

Introduces TLV settings available in the Protege Config App, with a warning about potential reader issues.

Keyslot Availability

LED Mode Configuration

Backlight Level Adjustment

Device Mode Settings

Wiegand Output Configuration

125kHz Card Formats

Reader Output and Tamper Settings

Custom RS485 Format

Access Credentials Configuration

Credential Slot Management

Credential Type Settings

Card Linkage Configuration

CSN Reading Mode

PSK Decryption Setup

Keypad and Low Frequency Settings

Custom Card Format Slots

Custom Card Format ASCII Codes

LED Color Settings

Color Slot Index Details

Wiegand Site Code Configuration

Reread Mode Settings

Reader Address Configuration

UART Configuration

Custom TLV Programming

Custom TLV Structure

Keyslot Usage for Encryption

Programming a Card Reader via Bluetooth

Troubleshooting Failed Programming

Config Programming Examples

Config Example: Enable OSDP

Demonstrates creating a config to enable OSDP communication protocol for the card reader.

Config Example: OSDP Baud Rate

Shows how to create a config to set the reader's baud rate for OSDP communication.

Config Examples: OSDP Install Mode and Reader Address

Config Example: OSDP Install Mode

Explains creating a config to put the reader into OSDP installation mode for secure channel session initiation.

Config Example: Reader Address

Details programming a reader's address for RS-485 or OSDP protocols, including entry/exit reader configuration.

Config Examples: LED Modes and Colors

Config Example: Enable Dual LED Mode

Demonstrates enabling dual LED mode for the card reader, which requires specific wiring.

Config Example: LED Colors

Shows how to create a config to change LED colors for functions like door locked/unlocked status.

Config Examples: ISO14443 Gain and Wiegand Output

Config Example: ISO14443 Gain for EV2 Tags

Explains customizing reader modulation and gain settings for specific frequency formats like DESFire EV2 tags.

Config Example: Set Wiegand Output Mode

Demonstrates configuring the reader to output data in Wiegand format.

Config Examples: Firmware Update and Factory Default

Config Example: Firmware Update Mode

Shows how to create a config to put the reader into firmware update mode (boot mode).

Config Example: Factory Default

Explains creating a config to reset the reader to its factory default configuration.

Config Example: Custom Credential Programming

Creating a Card Linkage

MIFARE Config Card Usage

Prerequisites for MIFARE Config Card

Lists requirements for using a MIFARE config card for reader programming.

Basic Settings for Config Cards

Covers common reader programming settings like LED Mode, Backlight, and Output Mode.

Advanced Configuration Settings

To program a Card Reader using a Config Card

Step-by-step guide on programming a reader using a config card.

125kHz Programming Card

Prerequisites for 125kHz Card

Lists requirements for using a 125kHz programming card to program readers.

Entering Programming Mode with 125kHz Card

Describes how to enter programming mode using a 125kHz card, including timeout periods.

Programming Examples with 125kHz Card

Programming the Interface to output 26 Bit Wiegand

A programming example showing how to set the interface to output 26 Bit Wiegand.

125kHz Reading Modes

Wiegand Output Formats

Reader LED Functions

Intelligent Tamper Mode

Enable ASK (EM) Cards

PIN Data Interface Settings

PSK Unscramble Functionality

PSK Enable Setting

Factory Default Reset

Disclaimer and Warranty Information

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