Hirsch Mx Controller: High-Security Access Control

An access control available in 4 and 8-door models. It is designed for use with the Identiv Connected Physical Access Manager (ICPAM).

Product Description: 

Identiv’s Hirsch Mx Controller is available in four (4) and eight (8) door models with each door fully supervised. The modular design and the scalable architecture of the controller enables an installation to start small and expand as needed, from a single controller system to a larger, multi-site enterprise. Mx Controllers are the core of Identiv’s physical access control solutions. These controllers are designed for use with the Identiv Connected Physical Access Manager (ICPAM) solution and uTrust TS Readers. A range of models and expansion options in the Mx product line provide a variety of access control, high-security alarm monitoring, and relay control outputs.

Product Features: 

  • Controls 4 or 8 fully supervised doors with entry and optional exit keypads/readers and is field upgradeable
  • Multi-microprocessor architecture with dedicated crypto-processor
  • Integrated network communication with onboard Ethernet IP port
  • Dedicated alarm relay outputs
  • Integrated hardware encryption with enabled devices
  • High security supervised alarm inputs
  • Configurable relay outputs (door or general purpose in ICPAM)
  • Bay for up to 4 expansion boards:
  • Memory (up to 132,000 users)
  •  Alarms expansion (maximum 4)
  •  Relays expansion (maximum 5)
  • 256 bit encryption and TCP/IP version 6 support for the network communication board
  • MATCH protocol, allowing for an added 1,800 ft of wiring from the panel to the MATCH Board, plus entry and exit readers:
  • MATCH2 interfaces
  • Extended reader cable runs
  • Entry/exit readers operate over the same data cable, minimizing installation costs
  •  MATCH encodes card number data for enhanced security over Wiegand messaging
  • Wiegand setup and entry reader connectivity for each door
  • Controller peer-to-peer device I/O using RS485
  • Available with either Match or Wiegand port

Technical Specification:

Serial Interface PortsController to controller:RS-485 multi-drop protocol (X*NET2/X*NET3)Optically isolated portUp to 4,000 ft (1,200 m) with 22 gauge, 2 pair, stranded, twisted, and shielded
Controller to server:10/100 Ethernet (TCP/IP)Encrypted communication
MATCH Protocol24V DC nominal
Reader SupportMATCH2:MATCH protocolKeypad/reader ports: 8 with 16 device addresses (8 entry and 8 exit)Maximum wiring run: 750 ft (230 m) with 22 gauge or 1,800 ft (550 m) with 18 gauge, 2 pair, stranded, twisted, overall shield

Onboard Wiegand:Industry standard WiegandKeypad/reader port: 8 using Mx device address 1 – 8Maximum wiring run: 500 ft (150 m) with 18 gauge, 2 pair, stranded, twisted, overall shield
Command and Control Module (CCMx)• Removable and upgradeable• CCM updates all microprocessors (including onboard MATCH)• Time zones: 150• Door groups: 128• Control zones: 256• Holiday schedules: 4 (366 days x 2 years)• Daylight savings time adjustment
Public Private Key Processor and SecureDigital Key VaultGlobal platform compatible and secure storage of key material
Buffers• Standard: 1,500 events and 1,500 alarms• MEB/CB128 (reduces users by 20%) or MEB/BE: 20,000 events and 2,000 alarms• If buffer is full, oldest information is discarded first
Users• Standard: 2000 – 4000 (Access Policy Dependent (1))• Memory Expansion Board MEB/CB64: Up to 68,000• Memory Expansion Board MEB/CB128: Up to 132,000
Memory Protection Battery30 days for code, setups, clock, and buffers
Security• Enclosure door tamper switch• Key lock
EnclosureNEMA type with conduit knockouts and removable door
Dimensions18 x 15.25 x 5.5 in (457 x 387 x 140 mm)
Weight30 lbs (13.6 kg)
Expansion Boards6 x 4.25 x 0.75 in (152 x 108 x 19 mm) and 1.0 lb (0.45 kg)
Operating Temperature Range32° to 140°F (0° to 60°C)
Relative Humidity0 to 90%, non-condensing
Keypad/Reader Power (8 Terminals)• 1.0 Amp at 24VDC each, fused and resettable• 2.9 Amp at 24VDC each• Powers MATCH2
Wiegand Keypad/Reader (8 Terminals)• 500 mA at 12VDC each, fused and resettable• 2.0 Amp at 12VDc total• Powers standard readers
Power Supply• Switching• 110 – 240 VAC, 50/60, fused
Standby Batteries7 AH included
Door Relays5 Amp, form C
Alarm Relays2 Amp, form C
Listings and Approvals• UL 294: Access Control Systems Units• UL 1076: Proprietary Burglar Alarm Systems
HIRSCHAccess Control System
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