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    Communication Devices

    Reliable network communication for Kantech controllers and systems

    Reliable, secure, flexible data transmission between Kantech controllers and host systems, with a range of communication options to suit any installation, from IP-based connectivity to USB and RS-485 serial links

    • These devices enable IP, USB or RS-485 communication with controllers.
    • They offer plug-and-play integration with Kantech systems.
    • These devices support remote, multi-site installations.
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    Communication Devices

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      Seamless access control integration

      Ensure fast, secure and stable connectivity across your Kantech access control systems with our lineup of communication devices. From IP Links to USB-to-RS485 converters, these components enable efficient data transmission between controllers, workstations and networked environments to support flexible system architecture and streamlined installation.
      Seamless access control integration

      Features

      • IP Link, which converts RS-485 data to Ethernet (IP) for LAN/WAN integration
      • VC-485, which converts RS-232 signals to RS-485 for long-distance serial communication
      • Compact, low-power modules with simple installation
      • USB-485, which allows USB to RS-485 conversion to connect a PC to KT-300
      • LED indicators for power and data transmission
      • Fully compatible with EntraPass security software

      Benefits

      Flexible Connectivity
      Flexible connectivity

      Choose from IP (Ethernet), USB or RS-485 to match your site’s infrastructure and controller types.

      Remote Access To Controllers
      Remote access to controllers

      IP Link enables secure communication over LAN or WAN, making it easy to manage systems across multiple locations.

      Simplified System Setup
      Simplified system setup

      A plug-and-play design with clear status indicators reduces setup time and minimizes configuration errors.

      Flexible Connectivity Options
      Flexible connectivity options

      These devices support Ethernet, USB and RS-485, to meet diverse installation needs.

      Remote Access To Controllers
      Remote access to controllers

      IP Link allows communication across networks, making multi-site management possible.

      Reduced Cabling And Installation Costs
      Reduced cabling and installation costs

      RS-485 support enables long-distance communication between multiple devices using fewer cables.

      Centralized Control Across Large Deployments
      Centralized control across large deployments

      Seamless integration with EntraPass software enables unified system management from one interface.

      Technical Resources

      Document Name
      Description
      Language
      Resource Type

      Datasheet

      IP-Link Datasheet (English-US)

      IP-Link Datasheet

      English-US Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      rs-485-pro-con_usb485_vc485_ds_r02_hs_en (English-US)

      RS-485 Protocol Converters Datasheet

      English-US Datasheet
      View

      Installation Guide

      Kantech IP Link Installation Guide (English-US)

      Kantech IP Link Installation Guide

      English-US Installation Guide
      View

      Installation Guide

      Kantech IP Link Installation Guide (English-US)

      Kantech IP Link Installation Guide

      English-US Installation Guide
      View

      Installation Guide

      ip-link-installation-guide_lt_fr (French-France)

      Kantech IP Link Module de communication Ethernet avance Manuel d'installation

      French-France Installation Guide
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      Installation Guide

      ip-link-installation-guide_lt_de (German-Germany)

      Kantech IP Link Ethernet-Adapter Installationshandbuch

      German-Germany Installation Guide
      View

      Installation Guide

      ip-link-installation-guide_lt_it (Italian-Italy)

      Kantech IP Link Dispositivo Ethernet potenziato Manuale per l'installazione

      Italian-Italy Installation Guide
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      Installation Guide

      ip-link-installation-guide_lt_es (Latam-Spanish)

      Kantech IP Link Manual de instalación

      Latam-Spanish Installation Guide
      View

      Installation Guide

      KT-MOD-CAB Expansion Modules Cabinet Installation Guide (English-US)

      KT-MOD-CAB Expansion Modules Cabinet Installation Guide

      English-US Installation Guide
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      Installation Guide

      KT-MOD-CAB Expansion Modules Cabinet Installation Guide (English-US)

      KT-MOD-CAB Expansion Modules Cabinet Installation Guide

      English-US Installation Guide
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_ES (Latam-Spanish)

      Hoja de datos IP-Link

      Latam-Spanish Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_FR (French-France)

      French-France Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_IT (Italian-Italy)

      Italian-Italy Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_NL (Dutch-Netherlands)

      Dutch-Netherlands Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_DE (German-Germany)

      Datenblatt Kantech IP-Link

      German-Germany Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      Kantech-IP-Link_ds_r02_hs_PL (Polish-Poland)

      Karta charakterystyki KT-IP

      Polish-Poland Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      RS-485-Protocol-Converters_ds_r01_hs_DE (German-Germany)

      Datenblatt USB-485-Kommunikationsschnittstelle

      German-Germany Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      RS-485-Protocol-Converters_ds_r01_hs_ES (Latam-Spanish)

      Latam-Spanish Datasheet
      View

      Datasheet

      RS-485-Protocol-Converters_ds_r01_hs_PL (Polish-Poland)

      Karta charakterystyki konwertera protokołu USB-485

      Polish-Poland Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      RS-485-Protocol-Converters_ds_r01_hs_NL (Dutch-Netherlands)

      Gegevensblad RS-485-protocolconverters

      Dutch-Netherlands Datasheet
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      Datasheet

      RS-485-Protocol-Converters_ds_r01_hs_NL_1 (Dutch-Netherlands)

      Gegevensblad RS-485-protocolconverters

      Dutch-Netherlands Datasheet
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