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HID Signo Reader 20
The HID Signo 20K is a mullion‑mount contactless smartcard keypad reader designed for secure access control, supporting 125 kHz, 13.56 MHz, and mobile credentials (Bluetooth/NFC) with rugged IP6The HID Signo Reader 20 is a founding member of the Signo platform. Offering a truly dynamic approach to secure electronic access control, HID Signo Readers are designed to be highly versatile, powerful, and connected for the future. A perfect fit for door applications requiring a narrow card reader, the HID Signo Reader 20 supports an unparalleled range of different credential technologies in a variety of form factors including cards, fobs and mobile devices.5 performance and OSDP/Wiegand connectivity.
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Product Details
The HID Signo 20 is a next-generation, slim mullion-mount contactless smartcard reader engineered to deliver high security, broad credential compatibility, and mobile-ready access for modern electronic access control systems. As part of HID Global’s flagship Signo platform, it provides a highly versatile and future-proof solution suitable for commercial, industrial, and institutional environments.
Featuring a sleek black-and-silver design, the Signo 20 integrates seamlessly into any architectural setting while supporting a wide range of 13.56 MHz, 125 kHz, and mobile credentials. Native support for HID Mobile Access®, Bluetooth®, and NFC enables frictionless authentication via smartphones, including Apple Wallet credentials using Enhanced Contactless Polling (ECP).
Built with multi-layered EAL5+ secure element hardware, the reader ensures strong cryptographic protection, secure key management, and tamper-resistant operation. Out-of-the-box support for OSDP secure channel enables encrypted, bidirectional communication for advanced security and centralized device management.
Designed for durability, the Signo 20 meets UL294 indoor/outdoor and IP65 ratings, ensuring reliable operation in harsh environments. Installation is simplified through pigtail wiring options, while remote configuration and management via HID Reader Manager® eliminates the need for physical access during updates or maintenance.
Optimized for consistent performance, the reader features automatic surface detection and read-range calibration, ensuring reliable operation across diverse mounting surfaces. Its broad credential support makes it ideal for organizations upgrading legacy systems or transitioning to higher-security authentication standards.
Credential Support
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13.56 MHz Contactless Smart Cards:
- Seos®
- iCLASS SE®
- iCLASS®
- MIFARE® DESFire® EV1 / EV2 / EV3
- MIFARE® Classic
- FeliCa™
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125 kHz Contactless Cards:
- HID Prox®
- Indala Prox
- Dorado Prox
- EM Prox legacy credentials
Communication Protocols
- Open Supervised Device Protocol (OSDP)
- Wiegand
- W S I S K UHID Signo Reader 20
- Weight150



