Description
The HID GLOBAL CORPORATION 20TKS-T2-00CVNR is the Signo 20 smart card reader, a compact access control reader designed for terminal-based installations requiring T2-Smart credential support. Finished in a black and silver housing, this unit reads smart card credentials and communicates with access control panels in commercial and light-industrial security applications. It is intended for installation by licensed security integrators and low-voltage electricians working with electronic access control systems. The Signo 20 line is engineered for reliable, high-frequency credential reads in high-traffic entry points.
The 20TKS-T2-00CVNR is suited for terminal-wired deployments where T2-Smart technology is required. It fits standard access control architectures in commercial buildings, office environments, and secured facility entry points. The reader is sold as a single unit and is appropriate for new installations as well as upgrade projects replacing older proximity-based readers with modern smart card technology.
Key Features
- T2-Smart credential support for modern smart card access control
- Black and silver housing for clean, professional appearance in commercial settings
- Terminal wiring configuration for direct panel integration
- Compact Signo 20 form factor suitable for standard reader mounting locations
- Sold as a single unit (each)
Compatibility
Designed as an OEM-style smart card reader for use with T2-Smart compatible access control panels and systems. Consult your access control panel documentation to confirm reader protocol compatibility before installation.
Installation Notes
Installation should be performed by a licensed low-voltage electrician or certified security systems integrator. De-energize the access control panel and lock out power before wiring the reader. Terminal connections must comply with the panel manufacturer wiring diagrams and local low-voltage codes. Do not expose the reader to voltages beyond the rated input range specified by the panel interface requirements.
Technical Specifications
- Product Line: Signo 20
- Credential Technology: T2-Smart
- Housing Color: Black and Silver
- Wiring Type: Terminal
- Unit of Measure: Each
- Quantity Per Unit: 1
- Category: Smart Readers
Standard Information
- Brand: HID GLOBAL CORPORATION
- Manufacturer Part Number: 20TKS-T2-00CVNR









