SIFER Smart Card Reader

Overview

An Inner Range designed and manufactured Smart Card reader using RS485 LAN multi-drop communication and 128-bit AES encryption. Provides superior security compared to traditional Wiegand readers. Suitable for narrow door frames or mullions. Part numbers: 994720 (Standard), 994720MF (Multi-format), 994723 (Mobile Access variant).

Key Specifications

• Encryption: 128-bit AES.
• Protocol: OSDP Superset.
• Formats: MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, optional 13.56MHz CSN for Multi-Format version.
• Environment: IP67 rated.
• Operating Temperature: -25°C to +65°C (-13°F to +149°F).

Supported Platforms

• Integriti (up to 16 per IAC/ILAM, 4 per SLAM).
• Inception (up to 8 on-board, SIFER firmware V1.16.0 or later).

Firmware Compatibility

Product	Standard/MF (Min)	Mobile Access (Min)
ISC / IAC	V4.0	V23.1
ILAM	V2.0	V4.1.0
SLAM	V2.0	V4.0.7
Inception Controller	V1.0	V6.1.0
Integriti Software	V4.0	V23.1

Physical I/O

• Mounting: 40(W) x 96(L) x 16.5(D) mm (26mm with spacer). Mounting plate: 91.6(H) x 37.6(W) mm.
• Tamper: Optical beam.
• LED/Buzzer: RGB LED and audible buzzer.
• Mounting Surface: Non-metallic recommended. Use spacer (P/N 999037 or 999033) for metallic surfaces (8mm+ separation).
• Optional Vandal Resistant Cover: 999034 (Standard), 999035 (with inbuilt spacer).

Power Requirements

• Voltage: 11V - 14V DC (<500mV ripple). Must be connected to a power-limited circuit.
• Current: 65mA - 100mA (Typical, depends on version & LED config), 150mA (Max).

Maximum Cabling Distances

Configuration	Cable	Distance
1 Reader (Power)	2-Pair 7/0.2 (24AWG)	100m
1 Reader (Power)	2-Pair 14/0.2 (21AWG)	200m
2 Readers (Power)	3-Pair (2 pairs for V+/0V)	100m
Data (A/B/0V)	Access Module to furthest Reader	1000m
Total Data (per RDR RS485 port)	—	1000m

Terminal Pinouts

RS485 LAN Interface

The SIFER reader uses a standard 4-wire RS485 LAN multi-drop connection.

Wire Color	Label	Function	Connection Notes
RED	+V	Power Positive	11V-14V DC Input.
BLACK	0V	Power Negative	Reference Ground.
WHITE	A	RS485 LAN A	Data A.
BLUE	B	RS485 LAN B	Data B.

Configuration Logic

• RS485 LAN Address: Automatically assigned by the host module during enrollment.
• Termination: Not required for multi-drop runs unless at the extreme end of a long LAN (1500m).

Compatible Firmware

• Auto-discovery supported on all current Inner Range systems.

Related Pages

• SIFER Keypad Smart Card Reader
• Mobile Access Reader
• SIFER Readers