Janus C4 OSDP Blade

The Janus C4 OSDP Blade is a module for the Janus C4 access control system that enables communication with up to 4 OSDP-compatible devices.

OSDP (Open Supervised Device Protocol) has been developed to offer enhanced security that older systems are not able to offer. As the only protocol that’s secure and open to communication between readers and controllers, it’s the preferred option for high-security environments.

The Janus C4 OSDP Blade is a plug-in module that can be purchased with either the Janus C4 Single-Blade Controller (Part No: JC4-ADV-C2-SNG) or the Janus C4 Multi-Blade Controller (Part No: JC4-ADV-C2-MLT) or as part of the controller kits.

Each OSDP Blade enables the connection of four OSDP readers and two doors in Janus C4 access control systems. 

Features and benefits:

• The OSDP Blade allows the Janus C4 system to interface with OSDP-compliant readers or devices, enabling secure, encrypted two-way communication.
• Enhanced Security: Unlike older protocols like Wiegand, OSDP offers advanced security features such as encryption and secure channel communication, which help protect the system from eavesdropping and tampering.
• Reader Compatibility: It allows the Janus C4 platform to support a range of OSDP-based peripherals for modern access control, including smart card readers and biometric devices.
• Simplified Wiring: OSDP supports two-wire communication (instead of traditional multi-wire connections), simplifying installation and reducing cable requirements.
• Can support multiple OSDP devices (readers, keypads, etc.) depending on the system configuration. This makes it highly adaptable for different sizes of access control systems, from small to large installations.