Today, security system installers are often challenged to balance two important priorities: improving security while keeping projects within budget.
PROMI from CDVI offers a practical alternative. This cost-effective, stand-alone keypad/reader combines modern credential technology, flexible authentication options, and a simple upgrade path to a controller-based system—all in one compact solution.
Here’s how PROMI helps deliver stronger security without unnecessary complexity or cost.
More Secure Credential Technology at an Affordable Price
Moving to more secure credential technology shouldn’t have to mean a major increase in project cost.
PROMI provides an economic way to introduce 13.56 MHz credentials into stand-alone access control installations. This allows installers to offer customers improved credential security without the immediate investment required for a complete controller-based access control system.
Compatibility with Legacy 125 kHz Credentials and 13.56 MHz
Modernizing an installation doesn’t necessarily mean replacing every existing credential.
PROMI reads 13.56 MHz credentials while maintaining backward compatibility with legacy 125 kHz proximity cards and tags. This dual-frequency capability is particularly valuable for retrofit applications, where customers may already have an established base of 125 kHz credentials.
From a security perspective, this flexibility allows customers to transition progressively toward more secure 13.56 MHz credential technology rather than remaining limited to legacy proximity credentials. Installers can begin issuing 13.56 MHz credentials for new users, higher-security areas, or as older credentials are replaced, while continuing to support existing 125 kHz users during the migration.
Add Stronger Authentication When Needed
Different doors can require different levels of security. PROMI gives installers the flexibility to adapt authentication to the application.
In addition to standard card or PIN access, PROMI can be configured to require a credential plus a PIN, adding an additional authentication factor before access is granted.
Upgrade to a Wiegand System with More Features Later
A stand-alone solution today doesn’t have to limit the installation tomorrow.
With the press of a button, PROMI can be switched from stand-alone mode to Wiegand mode, allowing the keypad/reader to connect to a compatible access control controller.
Moving to a controller-based system can also provide a higher level of overall security and control. Instead of managing access only at the door, the system can centralize user permissions, schedules, event history, and door activity. Installers can also introduce features such as access level management, anti-passback, lockdown functions, and reports, depending on the access control platform being used.
This gives customers the flexibility to start with a simple and affordable solution, then add more advanced security features as their needs grow—while keeping the same PROMI keypad/reader at the door.
Secure Indoor and Outdoor
PROMI is designed for both indoor and outdoor applications, giving installers greater flexibility and peace of mind when specifying a keypad/reader.
From interior offices and restricted rooms to exterior commercial entrances, PROMI can be used across a variety of access control applications. Having one versatile solution for different environments also helps simplify product selection for installers.
Secure Access Without Overcomplicating the Project
PROMI brings together affordable 13.56 MHz credential technology, backward compatibility with 125 kHz proximity, advanced authentication options, Wiegand upgradeability, and indoor/outdoor versatility in one compact solution.
Smarter Security, Budget Approved!
Discover PROMI from CDVI and bring smarter security to your next installation—without stretching the budget.
