Kisi with legacy controllers
Instead of connecting the Kisi Controller Pro 2 directly to door strikes, you can connect it to your existing legacy controller via Wiegand wiring. Your legacy controller then operates the door strike using existing wiring.
Benefits
- Keep your existing controllers and door hardware intact
- Preserve current wiring and infrastructure investments
- Add modern mobile credentials without system disruption
- Maintain familiar door operation and security protocols
How it works
This specific connection can be integrated into any other Kisi setup as a link between the Kisi Controller Pro 2 and door strikes. This includes standard deployments, two-wire solutions, deployments with or without a Kisi reader, and any other Kisi deployment configuration.
Power supplies are required for the Kisi Controller Pro 2 and legacy controller. Check the individual hardware documentation for appropriate DC power adapters.
Access logic
Mobile app access
- The user taps to unlock in the Kisi mobile app
- Kisi cloud verifies the credential and sends unlock command to the controller
- The controller transmits unlock command to the legacy controller which opens the door strike
As this is a modular component that can be integrated into any Kisi deployment, available access options depend on the complete system configuration. By using a legacy controller, legacy credentials will be accessible if a reader is connected to the legacy controller. See migration paths to check what access options are available for different deployment methods.