The Halo reader comes with a sleek and modern form factor, built with tempered glass, and an aluminum alloy frame. It is also available with an optional powder coated steel enclosure for more demanding environments.
It utilizes Bluetooth for touchless entry and a proximity sensor for key card access – supporting encrypted 13.56MHz, DESFire® EV3 credentials.
It also easily integrates with existing 26-bit Wiegand credentials.
Wave-to-unlock touchless entry for residents/employees when their phone is nearby
Resident/employee entry utilizing high-frequency smart card encryption
Standard aluminum & tempered glass model or an optional powder-coated steel enclosure
Integrated 2-in-1 reader.
Combines Bluetooth 5.0 contactless entry and proximity card reader access control in a single device.
Supports encrypted 13.56 MHz (DESFire® EV3) cards. Simple installation.
The Halo is double-gang mounted for straightforward installation.
Robust physical construction.
IP65-rated for dust and water resistance and IK07-rated for impact resistance, ensuring durability in demanding conditions.
Temperature and humidity resilient.
Operates within a temperature range of -20°C to +55°C and humidity of 10% to 90% non-condensing.
Secure and tamper-proof, with optional powder-coated steel enclosure.
Includes an alarm that alerts against physical tampering.
For Residents:
First, enable Bluetooth contactless entry via the CellGate app. Once enabled, simply have your phone on you and wave near the Halo for touchless access.
Using TrueCloud Connect, administrators can:
Control resident access.
Determine which residents have access to which doors and entries, set specific time and date restrictions, and revoke or delete access at any time.
Set up access notifications.
Receive alerts via text or email regarding access attempts at specific entry points or by certain residents.
Monitor entry activity.
Know instantly who utilized an entry point, and when.
Prop open notification.
Gate and door sensors notify designated users if a gate or door has been left open longer than 3 minutes — preventing inadvertent prop opens.
Multiple user tier levels.
Provide each designated user only the system functionality they need for their role.
Mass import of resident and credential data.
Simplifies initial user setup across your property.
Manage multiple properties under a single login.
Straightforward administration across multiple locations.
Integrates with Yardi and RealPage property management software.
Facilitates provisioning of all CellGate solutions without dual entry.
TrueCloud Connect integrates with Yardi and RealPage property management software.
TrueCloud Connect integrates with Yardi and RealPage, facilitating provisioning of all CellGate solutions without dual entry.
CellGate app
The Halo Reader gives property managers a streamlined, secure access point for resident and employee entry—delivering reliable performance while reducing day-to-day management complexity. Benefits include:
The Halo reader integrates seamlessly with all CellGate product lines.