Proximity Badge Reader Selection Guide

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Proximity Badge Reader Selection Guide

We understand that selecting the correct badge reader is key to a smooth, successful implementation. Whether you’re setting up a kiosk or mustering station, this selection guide is here to help you make a confident and accurate choice.

Kiosk

Visitor & Staff Self Check-In Kiosk with Wave ID Plus Mini Prox Reader

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Details & When to Use:
Mounts to a kiosk using a master and accessory bracket. Ideal for self-service employee or contractor check-in. Comes with a 6 foot USB cable. Connects as a virtual serial port.

Mustering Tablet (Built-In)

Built-in Tablet Badge Reader

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Details & When to Use:
Built into the mustering tablet rugged case creating an integrated badge reader into the standard muster tablet. Connects as a virtual serial port.

Mustering Tablet (External)

External Tablet Proximity Card Reader

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Details & When to Use:
Plugs into a mobile tablet or similar using a 6” USB-A cable and a USB-A to USB-C adapter. Includes industrial velcro. Connects as a virtual serial port.

Attended Desktop

Attended station prox/badge reader

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Details & When to Use:
Sits on a desk or flat surface. Ideal for receptionist or security staff check-ins with a PC or tablet through a web browser. Comes with a 6 foot USB cable. Connects as a keyboard wedge.

Kantech Secure Prox Reader

Kantech ioProx Mullion Reader on Muster Tablet

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Details & When to Use:
Modified mullion-style ioProx reader with a wiegand to USB-C module embedded inside. Supports reading XSF (extended secure) style Kantech badges with the kiosk or muster tablet. Includes industrial velcro to affix it to the tablet. Connects as a virtual serial port.

Desktop or Wall-Mount

Desktop or Wall-mount badge reader shown with status board

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Details & When to Use:
Typically used with a status board. Comes with a 6 foot USB cable. Connects as a virtual serial port. Same as the kiosk badge reader, but without the kiosk mounting hardware.