HID Expands Signo Reader Line to Meet Diverse Access Control Needs

SINGAPORE, October 14, 2024 – HID, a global leader in identity solutions, has announced the expansion of its Signo Readers line, offering new models designed to meet a wide range of customer needs. The new additions address challenges related to environmental conditions, aesthetics, and budget considerations, providing flexible solutions for physical access control.

The latest models in the Signo series include:

Signo Readers in White: Featuring a clean, minimalist design, these readers offer architects and designers a neutral aesthetic option, making them ideal for environments where style is a priority.

Signo Mechanical Keypad Readers: Built for harsh conditions, these readers are ideal for use in cold or wet environments where users may be wearing gloves or facing low visibility. They also cater to those who prefer traditional mechanical devices.

Signo Express: A simplified, cost-effective model that distills the essential capabilities of the Signo line, providing a streamlined solution for secure access control.

Cristian Cotiga, VP of Product Management for Physical Access Control Systems at HID, highlighted the versatility of the Signo Readers. “These latest models provide customers with even more ways to meet their unique and evolving security needs,” he said.

Versatile and Future-Ready Features

HID’s Signo Readers are designed to offer advanced security features while maintaining a sleek, upscale appearance. Key features include:

Versatility: Support for a wide range of credential technologies, including HID Mobile Access through Bluetooth and NFC, Apple’s Enhanced Contactless Polling (ECP) for Apple Wallet credentials, and support for mobile credentials in Google Wallet.

Enhanced Performance: Equipped with secure storage and a surface detection feature that automatically recalibrates to optimize read range performance.

Future Connectivity: Out-of-the-box support for the Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP), enabling secure bidirectional communication. The readers are also designed for remote management, eliminating the need for physical updates.

The expanded Signo range provides organizations with more options to secure their facilities, combining innovation with flexibility to meet today’s evolving physical access control demands.