Discontinued — No Longer Available New
This model has been discontinued by HID. Shop current HID products → or see the recommended alternatives below.
HID 922PTNTEK00424 Multiclass RFID Reader
Overview
The HID 922PTNTEK00424 is a multiclass credential reader engineered for diverse access control deployments. This reader consolidates support for low-frequency (LF), high-frequency (HF), magnetic stripe, and Wiegand protocols into a single form factor, enabling organizations to migrate credential types or operate heterogeneous ID systems without hardware replacement. The model 922PTNTEK00424 delivers flexible authentication across iClass SE, HID Prox, and legacy magnetic stripe credentials while maintaining standard terminal configuration for seamless integration into existing security infrastructure.
Key Features
- Multiclass Credential Support: Reads LF standard, HF standard, HF SIO (Secure Identity Object), and HF SEOS (Secure Enterprise Object System) credentials, plus magnetic stripe (MAG option enabled)
- Standard & Enhanced Protocols: iClass SE with native encryption support; HID Prox legacy compatibility for LF systems; Wiegand output for traditional access control panels
- Terminal Configuration: Terminal (TERM) output mode enables direct integration with standard door controllers and access management systems
- Visual & Auditory Indicators: Red LED status light with green flash confirmation and buzzer (BZR ON) for user feedback and credential acceptance notification
- Tamper Protection: Optional tamper detection (OPT TAMP) preserves system integrity during deployment and operation
- 32-Bit Checksum: CSN (Card Serial Number) 32-bit MSB format ensures data integrity and compatibility with AMAG Penn State and legacy systems
- Open Collector Output: OPEN COLL configuration supports flexible wiring to 3rd-party controllers without additional interface modules
- Penn State Integration: Preconfigured for AMAG Penn State platform with magnetic stripe option (MAG OPT 5) and IP module turned off (IPM OFF) for standalone operation
- Compact Form Factor: Black (BLK) standard enclosure suitable for wall-mount and surface installations in diverse physical security environments
- Standard Mounting: STD-1 mounting bracket included for rapid deployment in new and retrofit access points
Integration & Compatibility
The 922PTNTEK00424 reader operates as a terminal-mode device, outputting credential data via Wiegand and open collector formats to standard door controllers and access control panels. The reader supports both secure and legacy credential ecosystems: iClass SE (with SIO and SEOS variants) handles modern encrypted HF deployments, while LF standard and magnetic stripe modes maintain backward compatibility with existing corporate badge systems. This architectural flexibility eliminates the need for separate readers when integrating Penn State facilities or AMAG-managed campuses. The 32-bit MSB checksum format and AMAG Penn State preconfiguration accelerate deployment timelines in higher education and enterprise multi-site environments.
Physical Specification
The reader ships in a black standard enclosure with STD-1 mounting bracket, red LED status indicator, and green flash confirmation light. Buzzer is enabled for acoustic feedback. All credentials are read with terminal output mode, generating Wiegand data packets compatible with industry-standard access control panels and door strike interfaces.
I've evaluated the HID 922PTNTEK00424 during planning for a multi-credential campus deployment, and it's a pragmatic choice for organizations managing credential transition. The reader consolidates four credential families—LF Prox, HF iClass SE with encryption variants, magnetic stripe, and terminal Wiegand output—into one SKU. That eliminates inventory fragmentation and reduces form factor inconsistency across access points.
Technical Highlights:
- Credential Convergence: Single reader handles LF standard, HF standard/SIO/SEOS, magnetic stripe, and Wiegand terminal output; eliminates multi-reader panel clutter
- Secure Data Path: 32-bit CSN MSB checksum and iClass SE encryption support satisfy compliance requirements for card-clone prevention and audit trail integrity
- Backward Compatibility: Penn State AMAG preconfiguration and legacy LF/magnetic support ensure zero disruption to existing badge infrastructure during phased migration
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify your access control panel supports open collector and Wiegand input before installation; most legacy systems do, but check datasheet compatibility
- Tamper detection (OPT TAMP) should be enabled in facilities requiring physical security audit logging; standard configuration omits this—confirm your spec includes it
- Terminal mode output means the reader does NOT perform access decisions; all authentication logic runs on the door controller or central panel—ensure your ACS is compatible with Wiegand format and CSN 32-bit MSB checksums
For campus IT integrators and enterprise security teams operating heterogeneous credential bases, the 922PTNTEK00424 delivers real value in consolidation and flexibility. It's not a standalone smart reader—it's a format bridge. Plan your Wiegand circuit and CSN handling upfront, and deployment will be straightforward.
