CORE Start®

Plug & Play Solution for Fast Deployment

Everything you need to deploy high-security access control – right out of the box. Connect your reader to your access control system, distribute credentials, and you’re done.

Ready-to-Connect Readers

The Architect® readers are OSDP™ or Wiegand 26 bits factory pre-configured. Explore a wide range of features – from mullion formats to capacitive keypads and touch scrambled pads.
Hybrid readers supporting 125 kHz are also available to simplify your migration projects. No software. No setup. No headaches. Ready-to-Distribute Virtual Credentials Go mobile with STid Mobile ID® virtual cards, delivered via secure one-time QR codes. Fastest and easiest way to issue a secure virtual credential – with no recurring fees. No user account, no email, no server – just scan the code and download your virtual card.

Ready-to-Distribute Virtual Credentials

Go mobile with STid Mobile ID® virtual cards, delivered via secure one-time QR codes. Fastest and easiest way to issue a secure virtual credential – with no recurring fees. No user account, no email, no server – just scan the code and download your virtual card.

Ready-to-Use Physical Credentials

Choose from secure pre-encoded MIFARE® DESFire® EV3 cards and key fobs. Each credential is numbered for easy distribution and can be re-encoded for future use.

Smart Tools for Full Control

Easily upgrade your readers, adjust Wiegand formats, set OSDP™ addresses or enroll your IDs into your access control system. All designed to simplify setup and give you full control.
High Security With Zero Technical Effort With CORE Start®, you get immediate access to the strongest identification technologies available, for maximum protection against cloning, interception, and unauthorized access. It uses open DESFire® EV3 security mechanisms, featuring AES encryption, key diversification, Secure Messaging EV2 to protect the data communication, Proximity Check to prevent relay attacks by verifying user physical presence.

Scalable & Future-Proof

CORE Start® grows with you: seamlessly upgrade to CORE Plus® or Pro® as your needs evolve, without replacing hardware-ensuring your investment stays ahead of tomorrow’s demands.

Standards - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

ISO14443 type A, ISO18092 (NFC)
13.56 MHz compatibility - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

CORE Start® MIFARE® DESFire® EV3 2K Read range: up to 8 cm (3.15 in)
STid Mobile ID® compatibility - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

STid Mobile ID® CORE Start® - Bluetooth® & NFC (Android only) Card Mode: up to 20 cm (7.87 in) - Remote Mode: up to 3 m (9.8 ft)
125 kHz compatibility - Mullion (ARC 1)

None
125 kHz compatibility - Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

Hybrid versions available: HID® Prox, AWID®, EM® Read range: up to 8 cm (3.15 in)
Keypad - Mullion (ARC 1) & Architect Standard (ARC A)

None
Keypad - Architect Keypad (ARC B)

4 bits capacitive keypad
Keypad - Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)

4 bits scramble pad
Communication interfaces - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

OSDP™ RAW (5 bytes) – Address 0 to 4 configurable via optional configuration kit Wiegand 26 bits – Can be switched to Wiegand 37 bits via optional configuration kit
Connections - Mullion (ARC 1)

3 m / 9.8 ft cable with plug-in connector
Connections - Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

10-pin plug-in connector (5 mm / 0.2 in) 2-pin plug-in connector (5 mm / 0.2 in): O/C contact - Tamper detection signal
Data protection - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

Secure EAL5+ certified cryptoprocessor
Light & Audio indicator - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

2 RGB LEDs & Internal buzzer
Power requirement (max.)- Mullion (ARC 1)

150 mA / 12 VDC
Power requirement (max.)- Architect Standard (ARC A)

Standard: 150 mA / 12 VDC Hybrid: 190 mA / 12 VDC
Power requirement (max.)- Architect Keypad (ARC B)

Keypad: 180 mA / 12 VDC Hybrid: 220 mA / 12 VDC
Power requirement (max.)- Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)

Touchscreen: 220 mA / 12 VDC Hybrid: 260 mA / 12 VDC
Power supply - Mullion (ARC 1)

9 - 15 VDC
Power supply - Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

7 - 28 VDC
Material - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

ABS-PC UL-V0 (black)
Dimensions (h x w x d) - Mullion (ARC 1)

111.5 x 42.2 x 22 mm / 4.39 x 1.66 x 0.86 in
Dimensions (h x w x d) - Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B)

107 x 80 x 26 mm / 4.21 x 3.15 x 1.02 in Hybrid: 145.6 x 80 x 26 mm / 5.7 x 3.15 x 0.98 in
Dimensions (h x w x d) - Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)

128 x 80 x 31 mm / 5.04 x 3.15 x 1.22 in Hybrid: 156.4 x 80 x 30.5 mm / 6.14 x 3.15 x 1.2 in
Operating temperatures- Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B)

- 30°C to + 70°C / - 22°F to + 158°F
Operating temperatures- Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)

- 20°C to + 70°C / - 4°F to + 158°F
Protection - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

IP65 Level (excluding connectors) / UL294 Outdoor certified Weather-resistant with dust and water-proof electronics (CEI NF EN 61086 homologation)
Resistance - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A)

IK10
Resistance - Architect Keypad (ARC B)

IK08
Resistance - Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)

None
Mounting - Mullion (ARC 1)

Wall, door frame, European mullion flush boxes
Mounting - Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

Compatible with any surfaces and metal walls Wall mount/Flush mount: American - 83.3 mm / 3.27 in - External dimensions: 101.6 x 53.8 x 57.15 mm / 3.98 x 2.09 x 2.24 in, European 60 & 62 mm / 2.36 & 2.44 in
Certifications - Mullion (ARC 1), Architect Standard (ARC A), Keypad (ARC B), Touchscreen (ARC C)

CE (Europe), FCC (USA), IC / ISED (Canada), UKCA (United Kingdom), RCM (Australia, New Zealand), BIS & WPC (India), Morocco (ANRT), UL, UL294 Indoor & Outdoor, RoHS

Part numbers
- Mullion (ARC 1)
  
  W26: ARC1S-R31-B/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARC1S-W33-B/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Standard (ARC A)
  
  W26: ARCS-R31-A/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-W33-A/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Standard (ARC A) Hybrid
  
  W26: ARCS-RX1-IM/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-WX3-IM/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Keypad (ARC B)
  
  W26: ARCS-R31-B/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-W33-B/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Keypad (ARC B) Hybrid
  
  W26: ARCS-RX1-JM/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-WX3-JM/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Touchscreen (ARC C)
  
  W26: ARCS-R31-C/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-W33-C/PC3-7OS/1
- Architect Touchscreen (ARC C) Hybrid
  
  W26: ARCS-RX1-KM/PC3-3I/1 OSDP™: ARCS-WX3-KM/PC3-7OS/1
Compatible Products
- STid Mobile ID® Virtual Cards
  
  P/N: VCARD-PC3_AW • QR Code Download – Instant, secure, one-time delivery • Anonymous – No email required • Zero setup required. No recurring fees.
- MIFARE® DESFire® EV3 ISO Cards & Key Fobs
  
  Card: CCT870PC3_AW Key fob: PCIW877PC3_AW • Factory encoded & numbered • Advanced encoding security: AES, key diversification, Proximity Check, Secure Messaging
- Smart Tools QWERTY enroller
  
  ARCSR35HPC35AQ1 / AZERTY: ARCSR35HPC35AB1
- Smart Tools OSDP™ configuration kit
  
  KIT-BC-PC3-O / For hybrid reader: KIT-BC-PC3-LF-O
- Smart Tools OSDP™ configuration kit
  
  KIT-BC-PC3-W / For hybrid reader: KIT-BC-PC3-LF-W
- Upgrade card:
  
  UP20-CARD-PC3