HID Signo Access Control Readers

Product Profile

HID® Signo™ Readers bring today’s organizations into the future of access control. Beyond its sleek, modern design, this cutting-edge reader platform provides flexible, reliable performance with support for an unmatched range of credential technologies.

HID Signo extends the leadership position of HID Global in the access control industry while providing unrivaled security and powerful performance with the addition of new features to better fortify facilities and beyond.

Upgrading your access control readers to HID Signo ensures convenience and security today while preparing you for whatever comes tomorrow—this is the signature promise of Signo.

Key Features

  • Highly Versatile - Support for the widest range of credential technologies, including HID Mobile Access via native Bluetooth and Near Field Communication (NFC) capability. Also features Apple’s Enhanced Contactless Polling (ECP) to support credentials in the Apple Wallet.
  • Unparalleled Performance - Ultra secure storage of cryptographic keys on certified secure element hardware, plus a new surface detection feature that allows the reader to automatically recalibrate and optimize read range performance.
  • Connected to the Future - All readers include out-of-the-box support for Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP) for secure bidirectional communication. Each reader is also designed to be connected and managed remotely without “sneakernet” or the need to be physically touched.
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Technical Specification

Make HID
Manufacturer HID
Category Access Control>Access control readers
Model code Signo
Reader Type Smart Card
Read Range mm 40 ~ 100
LED / Beep Tri-color LED, Buzzer
Color Black bezel with silver trim baseplate
Wiegand Interface Yes
Electrical Specifications Voltage: 12 V DC
Environmental Specifications Operating Temp oC: -35 ~ +66 C (-31 ~ +150 F)
Operating Humidity %: 0 ~ 95
Protection IP65
Additional info
  • Mobile-ready by default, including Apple's Enhanced Contactless Polling (ECP) to support credentials in Apple Wallet
  • Sleek, innovative design to suit modern architecture
  • Integrated OSDP for secure authentication and configuration post installation
  • Built on a hardware platform designed to be adaptable to support future technology
  • Designed to seamlessly integrate into the HID Origo® ecosystem

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