TSL Standard
Multi-Technology Card Reader

TSL Readers can read a range of different card types including 13.56MHz smart cards (MIFARE and DESFire) and 125kHz low frequency cards with native PSK and G-Prox II support. The multi-technology reader combines both capabilities in a single unit, delivering a migration pathway for sites to transition from older cards to the latest technology. This is ideal for organizations that don’t want to replace all of their existing cards at once.

Bluetooth / NFC capability enables you to use your smartphone as your access credential for maximum convenience. Equipped with support for most modern iOS and Android devices, you can unlock the door using a unique access credential that is entered against your user record in Protege, and authenticated by a secure cloud based server.

The TSL Reader protects all encrypted communications with an EAL6+ certified Secure Access Module (SAM), greatly enhancing cybersecurity compared to the previous generation of card readers. The SAM is a dedicated cryptographic chip that safeguards encryption keys and handles encryption and decryption processes whenever the reader communicates with credentials or other hardware. The isolated chip provides the highest possible level of security for private encryption keys, making it much more difficult for attackers to access them.

TSL Readers can be upgraded directly from the controller’s web interface with no need to remove card readers from the wall, reconfigure the wiring or schedule downtime. The reader will remain operational and respond to card badges and PINs as normal while the controller uploads the firmware package via the RS-485 network. The TSL Reader then does a quick reboot and comes back online with the new firmware. Signature verification confirms the authenticity of firmware updates, ensuring that only firmware files from a trusted source will be accepted.

TSL Readers offer multiple communication protocols for maximum installation flexibility. The industry-standard OSDP 2.2 protocol provides the best security and compatibility with Protege and third-party systems, with unique AES-128 bit encryption per reader. ICT RS-485 configuration provides fast, flexible and encrypted communication with Protege systems. Wiegand wiring is available for compatibility with all standard access control systems but is not recommended for new installations as it is not encrypted.

The card reader provides the ability to change the color of the LED strip (16 colors available) to show when a function has started, succeeded or failed. For example, for a function that is used to arm an area you might set the LED to change to orange to show that the function has started, yellow to show that the area has armed successfully, and red to indicate when the function has failed.

TSL readers form an essential component of the ICT offline wireless locking system. In this system, all programming, access data and events are carried on user cards and mobile devices. TSL readers at key locations in the building act as update points, updating access data and retrieving events whenever a user badges their credential.

The IP65 environmental rating provides a high degree of protection from the elements, making the reader suitable for harsh environments. Readers can be mounted indoors or outdoors, located anywhere from the car park gate to the office door.