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WAVE ID® RFID Readers by rf IDEAS

Our readers provide secure logical access beyond the door. They’re compatible with nearly every existing credential and built to meet a range of form factor requirements. Find the right solution for your existing ecosystem or future strategy.

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Different readers for different needs

You don’t need every type of reader to fit your security and efficiency needs. Here are some helpful cases to demonstrate how to identify the right reader for you.

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Safe, trusted solutions for your authentication needs.

rf IDEAS provides the world’s most trusted contactless authentication solutions for secure print management, identity and access management, time and attendance, and other critical applications. Count on our credential readers to keep your data safe and your people productive. Download our Product Guide for a quick product comparison – if you have more questions our team is ready to assist you in selecting the best reader for your application.

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Did you know pcProx is now WAVE ID?

We haven’t gotten rid of your favorite pcProx readers, we just renamed them under the WAVE ID family of products. Learn more about our WAVE ID platform of readers. To help navigate confusion on this product rebrand, find answers to some of the most common questions.

What is the difference between pcProx and WAVE ID?

At rf IDEAS, we pride ourselves on engineering the best products for our customers and for delivering products that last in the critical environments they are needed. The biggest difference you will see is in the branding and design of the reader. At the housing level, we have modernized our reader and have provided additional sizes for our desktop form factor (i.e. WAVE ID Plus Mini) as well as addressing authentication for smaller endpoints (i.e. WAVE ID Nano USB-C). The technology between pcProx and WAVE ID products are largely the same, updating in a regular EOL (End of Life) cadence as you have seen from rf IDEAS over time. Our WAVE ID portfolio also benefits from software such as our rf IDEAS Configuration Utility and RRM (Remote Reader Management) tools that enable remote configuration and firmware updates. Explore all the WAVE ID readers here.

Does rf IDEAS still sell pcProx readers?

Yes; however, the pcProx product line is now called WAVE ID. A handful of our legacy pcProx readers can be found within the WAVE ID product line – in addition to new readers that work with secure, mobile (BLE, NFC) and biometric credentials. While the product may look different, such as our new Next Gen housing, our WAVE ID platform is built on the pcProx foundation. You can learn more about our Next Gen readers here.

Will the WAVE ID reader work the same way my pcProx reader did?

Yes. WAVE ID readers have incorporated more technical and security features, but should function just the same, if not better, than the pcProx reader. If you need assistance with setting up your new WAVE ID reader to function like your old pcProx reader, please reach out to our technical support team at techsupport@rfideas.com.

Do you still support pcProx readers if I have your legacy product deployed in the field?

At rf IDEAS we are proud to engineer a product that stands up to the demanding and critical environments that authentication is required. Our Technical Support team is available to help answer questions about legacy pcProx readers up to 3+ years old at techsupport@rfideas.com.

Can the rf IDEAS pcProx be configured to read mobile credentials (BLE or NFC)?

rf IDEAS’ is committed to bringing our customers authentication solutions that address evolving credential needs and trends. To take full advantage of the current mobile credentials available, we encourage our customers to explore a migration to the latest Next Generation of readers that have the ability to read both Bluetooth or NFC (wallet) credentials.

Learn more about how your organization can migrate to mobile here. We are constantly adding more to our mobile access portfolio, to stay up to date on the latest product releases and updates we invite you to subscribe to our mailing list.

I am looking to find a replacement for my pcProx reader, what is the equivalent for WAVE ID?

You can find the product family equivalent here. To ensure that the WAVE ID part number is a direct replacement of the pcProx part number, please submit your information here and our team will be in touch with you in 48-hours.

Do I need to replace my pcProx reader with a WAVE ID reader?

Our readers are known for their durability – whether you have a legacy pcProx reader or have upgraded to the new WAVE ID reader. That being said, we do recommend you update your reader at least every 3 years. Check out our top 6 reasons why we recommend you upgrade to our latest platform. Additionally, if you are using proximity credentials, we highly recommend you upgrade to secure or mobile credentials to minimize the chances of a cyberattack.

Does the rf IDEAS Configuration Utility work on my current pcProx reader?

Legacy pcProx manuals and software remain on the Software Downloads page; however, for new features and functionality we recommend you upgrade your reader to WAVE ID when working with the rf IDEAS Configuration Utility.

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AIRID Playback 0.9.8

AIRID Playback 0.9.8

Last Revision Date: September 21, 2009

Size: 1.58 MB

Version: 0.9.8

Application Type: Stand-alone playback utility for configuring playback when cards are NOT written with rf IDEAS writer

 

 

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WAVEIDCardMan 4.0.0.6

WAVEIDCardMan 4.0.0.6

Last Revision Date: August 9, 2018

Size: 4.68 MB

Version: BETA 4.0.0.6

Application Type: The Playback reader utilities have been streamlined for easier configuration. Two utilities - the WAVE ID Card Manager and WAVE ID Playback Configuration - have been merged for a more streamlined, user-friendly way to write card data and configure your reader. 

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pcProx Config 5.2.33

pcProx Config 5.2.33

Last revision date: May 21, 2018

Size: 8.5 MB

Version: 5.2.33- We are in process of releasing a new version

Application type: Configuration software for the WAVE ID Solo, WAVE ID Plus for FIPS201/CAC/PIV cards.