i-PRO MC-UPG-A-920 R10/RP10 Reader Upgrade (iClass/Multiclass)
The MC-UPG-A-920 is a reader upgrade for the R10 and RP10 access-control reader chassis, converting the unit to an iClass / multiclass credential profile. Reader upgrades let a site refresh the credential technology at the door without replacing the reader chassis, wiring, and back-of-house panel cabling.
Key Features
- Field upgrade for the R10 / RP10 reader chassis
- Converts the reader to an iClass / multiclass profile
- Preserves existing reader chassis, mounting, and back-of-house cabling
- Compatible with iClass legacy and iClass SE credentials
- Wiegand output for direct integration with the existing panel
- Cost-effective path to credential upgrade across a large site
- Reduces install time per door compared to full reader replacement
Credential migrations are typically gated by install labor more than reader cost. Every door is a ladder trip, cable check, and panel verification. A drop-in upgrade module preserves the original reader chassis and cuts the per-door labor budget significantly. For sites already standardized on the R10/RP10 form factor, this is the natural path to add iClass capability without a major refresh project.
Plan the upgrade for the credential migration window the site is using. Retain multiclass capability so older 125 kHz Prox credentials continue to work alongside newly-issued iClass credentials during the transition period. After upgrade, verify each door reads both old and new credentials before retiring the legacy badge population. Document the new credential profile in the access-control system so future support knows the door's reader profile.
