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From ioProx to ioSmart: The Future of Long-Range Access Control

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For years, Kantech ioProx Long-Range solutions were a reliable choice for parking gates, overhead doors, and perimeter access. But like all technology, it reached its limits. With ioProx now discontinued, the future is clear: ioSmart Long-Range is the new standard—and it’s more than just a replacement. It’s a leap forward.


Why ioProx Reached Its Limits

The ioProx platform delivered flexible long-range control up to 150 ft. But it relied on older credential formats (26-bit Wiegand and XSF) and a technology base that simply couldn’t keep up with today’s security requirements.


For integrators and end-users, this meant two main challenges:

  • Security gaps: Legacy credentials were easier to clone.

  • Limited future compatibility: No encrypted credential standard to support modern infrastructures.

  • Antenna headaches: To reach maximum range, ioProx receivers required the installer to choose and mount the right external antenna (whip or dipole). This added cost, complexity, and frustration on site.


Enter ioSmart Long-Range

The ioSmart Long-Range solution is built for today’s security landscape. It combines 433 MHz long-range button press with 13.56 MHz ioSmart SSF smartcard encryption, so a single transmitter doubles as both a gate opener and a secure smartcard credential.


Key Advantages of ioSmart


  • Stronger Security


    ioSmart uses rolling codes plus ioSmart SSF encryption, protecting against credential cloning and duplication.

  • Dual-Use Convenience


    The same transmitter works at 200 ft (long-range) and at close-range ioSmart readers (3.5 inches). One device = two credentials.

  • No External Antenna Needed


    Unlike ioProx, ioSmart delivers up to 200 ft out of the box without requiring separate whip or dipole antennas—simplifying installation and reducing cost.

  • Future-Ready Integration


    With native ioSmart SSF compatibility, transmitters and receivers are ready for encrypted infrastructures and seamless integration with Kantech controllers.


The Bottom Line


If you’re still relying on ioProx, now is the time to move forward. ioSmart isn’t just a new product—it’s a next-generation platform designed to deliver security, convenience, and future-proof technology for access control.


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