Medium Range Proximity Card Reader. The model PROX-3 is a high performance medium range HID compatible 125KHz proximity card reader. The PROX-3 s compact size yet long read range of up to 16 inches* make it ideal for parking control, gate access, turnstiles, etc. It is designed to be mounted directly to a wall, post, single gang electrical box or use an optional mounting kit for attaching it to a gooseneck pedestal. Mounting is simplified with horizontal and vertical mounting slots, which allow the reader to be conveniently adjusted and leveled. To increase vandal resistance the chassis is a single piece design with the mounting screws concealed behind a UV stable label. The proximity card reader transmits data in 26-Bit Wiegand format, making it compatible with any of the Wiegand equipped Viking entry controllers. The PROX-3 is equipped with Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) for outdoor installations where the unit is exposed to precipitation or condensation. With its sealed connections and fully potted electronics the PROX-3 is designed to meet an IP66 Ingress Protection Rating. For more information, see DOD# 859. Applications Parking control, gate access, turnstiles, etc. Compatible with these Viking products: AES-2000, AES-2005, C-4000, ES-1, VE-GNP Series Features Read range of up to 16 inches Standard 26-bit Wiegand interface HID compatible Surface mounts to non-metallic wall, post or single gang electrical box. Mounts to Viking VE-GNP Series gooseneck pedestal s with optional PROX-3-MK-GNP or PROX-3-MK-VEGNP mounting kits Designed for outdoor use, the PROX-3 comes standard with Enhanced Weather Protection (EWP) (see DOD# 859) PROX-3 is designed to meet IP66 Ingress Protection Rating (see DOD# 859) Pigtail connection for easy installation Four red LED s indicates power and flashes off during card read Transducer provides beep during card read Note: Read range tested with Viking PROXCARD or HID ProxCard II and unit mounted on a non-metallic surface.