ARCT-A - 13.56 MHz DESFire® EV3 transparent reader

First transparent reader

compliant to ANSSI architecture n°1

First transparent reader compliant to ANSSI architecture n°1

Welcome to high security

STid is the first RFID manufacturer to have received First Level Security Certification (CSPN). It’s a recognition of our unique know-how, the technological and security expertise that are implemented in your access architecture, whether new or existing.

The Architect^® transparent reader use the latest MIFARE^® contactless chip technologies with new data security mechanisms. All public encryption algorithms can be used (3DES, AES, RSA, SHA, etc.), which are recommended by official data security agencies (such as the French national agency ANSSI).

ANSSI compliant transparent reader

Compliant with the ANSSI architecture number 1, the Architect^® transparent reader is used to transfer security mechanisms and key storage in safe area. The reader does not contain keys and the security is guaranteed across the chain. It is also compatible with the EasyRemote and RemoteSecure smart interfaces into any system.

Secure communication protocols

The open STid Secure Common Protocols (SSCP and SSCP2) provide security between reader and management system, enabling AES encryption and mutual “reader-controller” authentication before communication.

Open, non-secret protocol
Cryptography using public algorithms
Reader authentication (session keys)
Signature, encryption
User key management
Choice of communication method and security level (plain, signed, encrypted, signed and encrypted)

The open STid Secure Common Protocols (SSCP and SSCP2) provide security between reader and management system, enabling AES encryption and mutual “reader-controller” authentication before communication.

Open, non-secret protocol
Cryptography using public algorithms
Reader authentication (session keys)
Signature, encryption
User key management
Choice of communication method and security level (plain, signed, encrypted, signed and encrypted)

Benefits

100% local sandboxed programming
Autonomous management for securely programming RFID and Bluetooth^® user cards
Configuration and reconfiguration of readers
Protection and confidentiality of user cards and the master card
Plug & Play tool
Fully compatible with AGENT, CIMS and STITCH cards
Complies with General Data Protection Regulation no. 2016/679 and Standard EN16571

The software tool for full control of your security

The SECard software lets users, installers and integrators easily:

securely program user RFID and virtual cards,
create master physical or virtual badges for programming readers,
manage keys and security configurations.

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Benefits

100% local sandboxed programming
Autonomous management for securely programming RFID and Bluetooth^® user cards
Configuration and reconfiguration of readers
Protection and confidentiality of user cards and the master card
Plug & Play tool
Fully compatible with AGENT, CIMS and STITCH cards
Complies with General Data Protection Regulation no. 2016/679 and Standard EN16571

Best market self-protection

The innovative tamper protection system protects sensitive data and gives the possibility to delete the authentication keys. Unlike the current solutions on the market, the reliability of the accelerometer based technology avoids it being outsmarted.

Standing the test of time

Design to push the boundaries, The Architect^® transparent reader design has been developed to withstand harsh environments, to operate outside (IP65 level) and to offer a high vandal proof resistance (IK10).

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Let your imagination flow

A signature reflects personal style choices. The design of Architect^® readers is immediately recognizable, with a dynamic and elegant style, featuring clean, pure lines. STid offers a range of customization options to tailor your reader to your corporate identity and integrate it fully into its installation environment.

A spectacular experience

"Skin effect" new customization technology

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Data sheet

Frequency: 13.56 MHz
Standards: ISO14443 types A & B, ISO18092 (NFC) / Certifications: CE & FCC
Chip: MIFARE® Ultralight® & Ultralight® C, MIFARE® Classic & Classic EV1, MIFARE Plus® (S/X) & Plus® EV1, MIFARE® DESFire® 256, EV1, EV2 & EV3, PicoPass® (only CSN), iCLASS™ (only CSN*), STid Mobile ID® (NFC virtual cards) & Apple Wallet (NFC Access virtual credentials)
Functions: Read Write (SSCP and SSCP2) with or without RemoteSecure and RemoteSecure addressable interfaces (up to 4 readers) Secure read only (file, sector) with EasyRemote interface
Interfaces: RS485
Reading distances: Up to 7 cm / 2.76’’ with a MIFARE® Classic card - Up to 5 cm / 1.97’’ with a MIFARE® DESFire® EV2 card
Power supply: 9 - 15 VDC / Consumption: 100mA/12 VDC typical / 130 mA/12 VDC max
Material: ABS-PC UL-V0 (black) / ASA-PC-UL-V0 UV (white)
Color: Black or White – Many shell customization possibilities
Dimensions (h x w x d): 107 x 80 x 26 mm / 4.21’’ x 3.15‘’ x 1.02’’
Operating temperatures: - 20°C to + 70°C / - 4°F to - 158°F / Humidity: 0 - 95%
Protection: IK10 certified reinforced vandal proof structure / Accelerometer-based tamper detection system with key deletion option (patented)
Resistance: IP65 level (excluding connectors) - Weather-resistant with waterproof electronics (Certification CEI NF EN 61086)

*Our readers can only read the UID/Chip Serial Number.They cannot read secure HID Global’s iCLASS™ cryptographic protections.

Part numbers

Controlled by protocol
SSCP secure read write - RS485**:
SSCP2 secure read write - RS485**:
SSCP secure read write / RemoteSecure interface - RS485:
SSCP secure read write / RemoteSecure addressable interface (up to 4 readers) - RS485:

ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7AA/y
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7AD/y
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7BB/y
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7BC/y

y: color casing (1: black - 2: white)

Controlled by protocol

SSCP secure read write - RS485**:
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7AA/y
SSCP2 secure read write - RS485**:
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7AD/y
SSCP secure read write / RemoteSecure interface - RS485:
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7BB/y
SSCP secure read write / RemoteSecure addressable interface (up to 4 readers) - RS485:
ARCT-W33-A/PH5-7BC/y

y: color casing (1: black - 2: white)

Read only
Secure read only / EasyRemote interface - RS485: