This section contains technical support documentation for products currently manufactured by Essex Electronics. You may also find documentation for discontinued products. Please contact us for technical information not found in this section. We appreciate all comments and suggestions.
Most of the documentation contained in this section is in (PDF) format. If you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader, you can download here.
Please note: Essex Electronics, Inc. does not manufacture or sell automotive remote keyless systems, smart keys or other remote components.
For repair or replacement remote keyless entry, you may wish to visit Google.
To find technical support documentation for a specific product, please select one of the products areas listed.
General Company Information
About Essex Electronics
- Billion Cycle Switch Technology™
- Company Overview
- Product Overview Essex Part Numbers – Residential/Commercial Keyless Entry, Keypad Readers, Piezoelectric Switches and Keypad Accessories (Under Construction: New Sheet Coming Soon)
- Partial List of Installation Sites
- Warranty Policy
All PDF Files
About Essex Electronics
- Billion Cycle Switch Technology™
- Company Overview
- Product Overview Essex Part Numbers – Residential/Commercial Keyless Entry, Keypad Readers, Piezoelectric Switches and Keypad Accessories (Under Construction: New Sheet Coming Soon)
- Partial List of Installation Sites
- Warranty Policy
Door Access Switches
Hand-E-Tap® – Heavy Duty ADA Compliant Programmable Switches (Discontinued)
Hand-E-Wave™ – Stainless Touchless Switch (view)
New HEW:
Original HEW:
Other Resources:
PEB Series – Illuminated Exit Buttons (view)
- Datasheet
- A & E Specifications
- Installation
- Product Overview
- Wiring EX-1B Old Version
- Wiring EX-1C Old Version
- Wiring EX-1D Old Version
Elevator Keyless Entry
KE-1000 (Discontinued)
SKE-34SE Series (view)
Home/Business Keyless Entry® Systems
Keyless IP (Discontinued)
K1 Series – All in One (view)
- Datasheet
- Self Contained Installation & Operations Manual
- Multiple Format Reader Installation & Operations Manual
- Encoded Relay Module Installation & Operations Manual
K-Prox (Discontinued)
- Self Contained Installation & Operations Manual
- Encoded Relay Module Installation & Operations Manual
KE-250, KE-260, KE-275 Series (Discontinued)
KE-265 Series (Discontinued)
KE-325 Series (Discontinued)
KE-350 Series (Discontinued)
SKE-6 Series (Discontinued)
SKE-12 Pad Series (SKE-26 and SKE-34)
Keypad/Card Readers
iRox Series™ – Smart Card Reader (view)
- Datasheet
- A&E Specifications – iRox
- A&E Specifications – iRoxPlus
- Installation
- Product Overview
- White Paper
iRox™ IP Series – Smart Card Reader (view)
iRox-T™ – Turnstile Reader (view)
K1 Series – All in One (view)
KTP Series (view)
PiezoProx® – Dual Technology Keypad/Proximity Card Reader (view)
iSmart SE™ – Dual Technology Keypad/iClass Reader (view)
RoxProx™ – Proximity Card Reader (view)
RoxProx II™ – Proximity Access Control Reader (view)
RoxProx™ IP Series – Ethernet Proximity Reader (view)
T-Prox™ – Dual Technology Keypad Proximity Card Reader (view)
Vehicle Keyless Entry
AKE-5 Series (view)
- Datasheet
- User Guide
- Quick Install Guide
- Wiring
- Remote Wiring
- How to Install
- AKE-5RK User Guide
- AKE-5RK Remote Wiring
KE-1600 Series (Discontinued)
- KE-1601 User Guide
- KE-1602 User Guide
- KE-1603 User Guide
- KE-1604 User Guide
- KE-1601 Wiring Diagram
- KE-1602 Wiring Diagram
- KE-1603 Wiring Diagram
- KE-1604 Wiring Diagram
KE-1700 Series (view)
- KE-1700 Series Datasheet
- KE-1701 User Guide
- KE-1701 Wiring Diagram
- KE-1704 User Guide (Discontinued)
- KE-1704 Wiring Diagram (Discontinued)
Door Access Switches
Hand-E-Tap®
Please note: The Hand-E-Tap® has been discontinued.
Smart Door Access Switch Hand-E-Tap® is an industrial grade, vandal resistant timed electronic switches designed to operate in various high use, harsh, and vandal prone environments.
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Hand-E-Wave®
Zero Touch Access Switch Hand-E-Wave® is a rugged, stainless steel, hands-free switch with advanced 24GHz Doppler radar technology. Hand-E-Wave® is ideal for use in sterile environments such as hospitals, clean rooms, and food processing plants. It’s low profile, recessed design and no touch switch technology help reduce the spread of bacteria and infectious diseases. Request Product Information
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New HEW
Original HEW
Other Resources
PEB Series
Essex Piezoelectric Switches (PEB Series) are heavy duty, illuminated, timed electronic switches. Unlike other switches, the PEB Series features a unique jumper selectable, bi-colored illumination status. Request Product Information
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Older Button Wiring
Elevator Keyless Entry
KE-1000
Please note: The KE-1000 has been discontinued.
The KE-1000 Mark 3: Keyless Entry for a low rise elevator serving up to six floors.
Downloads
SKE-34SE
The SKE-34 Series: Self-contained Keyless Entry Access Control Keypad with 500 user codes and 3 programmable outputs. For general product information specifically for elevator installations, please visit SKE-34SE Product Information.
SKE-34 Part Numbers
| SKE-34B | SKE-34 with Brass Finished Bezel |
| SKE-34K | SKE-34 with Black Bezel |
| SKE-34S | SKE-34 with Stainless Steel Bezel |
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Home/Business Keyless Entry
Keyless IP
Please note: The Keyless IP has been discontinued.
The Keyless IP Series is an easy to use, remotely managed access control solution for single door requirements.
If you have a technical issue with the Keyless IP Series and need some assistance, please contact:
HID Corporation (California, USA)
- Tel: 866-607-7339
- Fax: 949-732-2359
- Email: tech@hidglobal.com
Keyless IP
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| KIP-34B | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Brass Finished Bezel, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIP-34K | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Black Bezel, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIP-34S | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Stainless Steel Bezel, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIP-26I | Keyless IP Series, Thinline 2x6 Keypad Black Illuminated Overlay, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIP-26S | Keyless IP Series, Thinline 2x6 Keypad Stainless Overlay, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIPRX-1 | Keyless IP Series, RoxProx Mullion Mount Reader, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KIPRX-2 | Keyless IP Series, RoxProx Single Gang Reader, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KPIP-34B | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Brass Finished Bezel, HID Proximity, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KPIP-34K | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Black Bezel, HID Proximity, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KPIP-34S | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Stainless Steel Bezel, HID Proximity, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KSIP-34B | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Brass Finished Bezel, HID iCLASS, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KSIP-34K | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Black Bezel, HID iCLASS, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
| KSIP-34S | Keyless IP Series, 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Stainless Steel Bezel, HID iCLASS, EdgeSolo, 15' Wiring Cable |
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K1 Series - All in One
The K1 Series 12 Pad 3×4 is virtually indestructible, multi-format keypad designed to provide either stand-alone access control or one of several Industry Standard Outputs (to interface with Access Control or custom control systems). Request Product Information
The KTP Series Thinline 2×6 has a narrow style, multi-format keypad design; to provide either stand-alone access control or one of several Industry Standard Outputs (to interface with Access Control or custom control systems).
K1 Series
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| K1-26I | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Black Illuminated Overlay |
| K1-26S | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Overlay |
| K1-34K | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Black Bezel |
| K1-34S | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Bezel |
| K1-34X | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad without Bezel |
Discontinued
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| K1-26B | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Brass Overlay |
| K1-26B-ERM3 | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Brass Overlay + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| K1-26I-ERM3 | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Black Illuminated Overlay + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| K1-26S-ERM3 | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Overlay + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| K1-34B | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Brass Finished Bezel |
| K1-34B-ERM3 | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Brass Finished Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| K1-34K-ERM3 | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Black Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| K1-34S-ERM3 | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
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K-Prox
Please note: The K-Prox has been discontinued.
K-Prox
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| KPX-34B | K-Prox Controller with 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Brass Finished Bezel |
| KPX-34K | K-Prox Controller with 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Black Bezel |
| KPX-34S | K-Prox Controller with 12 pad 3x4 Keypad Stainless Steel Bezel |
| KPX-34B-ERM3 | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Brass Finished Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| KPX-34K-ERM3 | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Black Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays) |
| KPX-34S-ERM3 | K-Prox Controller 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Bezel + Encoded Relay Module (3 Relays |
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KE-250
Please note: The KE-250 has been discontinued. It has been replaced by the KE-265
KE-250 Part Numbers
| KE-250-02-5S |
| KE-250-22-5S |
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KE-260
Please note: The KE-260 has been discontinued. It has been replaced by the KE-265
KE-260 Part Numbers
| KE-260-02-5S | KE-260-04-5S | KE-260-22-5S | KE-260-44-5S |
| KE-260-02-5BI | KE-260-04-5BI | KE-260-22-5BI | KE-260-44-5BI |
| KE-260-02-5DI | KE-260-04-5DI | KE-260-22-5DI | KE-260-44-5DI |
| KE-260-02-5SI | KE-260-04-5SI | KE-260-22-5SI | KE-260-44-5SI |
| KE-260-02-5SL | KE-260-04-5SL | KE-260-22-5SL | KE-260-44-5SL |
| KE-260-02-26TB | KE-260-04-26TB | KE-260-22-26TB | KE-260-44-26TB |
| KE-260-02-26TI | KE-260-04-26TI | KE-260-22-26TI | KE-260-44-26TI |
| KE-260-02-26TR | KE-260-04-26TR | KE-260-22-26TR | KE-260-44-26TR |
| KE-260-02-26TS | KE-260-04-26TS | KE-260-22-26TS | KE-260-44-26TS |
| KE-260-02-34S | KE-260-04-34S | KE-260-22-34S | KE-260-44-34S |
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KE-265
Please note: The KE-265 has been discontinued.
The KE-265 Series is a residential and small commercial Keyless Entry® Access Control System.
KE-265 Part Numbers
| KE-265-5DI | KE-265-26TB | KE-265-34B |
| KE-265-5S | KE-265-26TI | KE-265-34K |
| KE-265-5SI | KE-265-26TR | KE-265-34S |
| KE-265-5SL | KE-265-26TS |
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KE-325
Please note: The KE-325 has been discontinued.
KE-325 Part Numbers
| KE-325-26TB | KE-325-34B |
| KE-325-26TI | KE-325-34K |
| KE-325-26TR | KE-325-34B |
| KE-325-26TS |
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KE-350
Please note: The KE-350 has been discontinued.
KE-350 Part Numbers
| KE-350-352-B | KE-350-353-B |
| KE-350-352-I | KE-350-353-K |
| KE-350-352-R | KE-350-353-S |
| KE-350-352-S |
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SKE-6
The SKE-6 Series (discontinued) is a residential and small commercial Keyless Entry® Access Control System.
SKE-6 Part Numbers
| SKE-6LI |
| SKE-6SN |
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SKE-26
The SKE-26 Series is a self-contained Keyless Entry® Access Control Keypad with 500 user codes and 3 programmable outputs. Request Product Information
SKE-26 Part Numbers
| SKE-26B | SKE-26 with Brass Overlay |
| SKE-26I | SKE-26 with Black Illuminated Overlay |
| SKE-26S | SKE-26 with Stainless Steel Overlay |
| SKE-26R | SKE-26 with Braille Overlay |
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SKE-34
The SKE-34 Series: Self-contained Keyless Entry Access Control Keypad with 500 user codes and 3 programmable outputs. For general product information specifically for elevator installations, please visit SKE Series Product Information.
SKE-34 Part Numbers
| SKE-34B | SKE-34 with Brass Finished Bezel |
| SKE-34K | SKE-34 with Black Bezel |
| SKE-34S | SKE-34 with Stainless Steel Bezel |
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Keypad/Card Readers
iRox Series™
iRox Series™ are heavy duty, smart card readers with Genuine HID Technology™. Request Product Information
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iRox™ IP Series
iRox™ IP Series are extremely rugged (RFID) communication devices designed specifically for vandal prone areas and extremely harsh environments. Request Product Information
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iRox-T™ Turnstile Reader
iRox T™ Turnstile Reader is a multi-frequency, multi-technology, low profile reader designed to solve concealment challenges and enable streamlined upgrades to higher-security turnstile applications. It provides maximum read range and supports numerous low frequency and high-frequency smartcards, including HID’s Seos® breakthrough credential technology for advanced security. Request Product Information
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K1 Series - All in One
The K1 Series 12 Pad 3×4 is virtually indestructible, multi-format keypad designed to provide either stand-alone access control or one of several Industry Standard Outputs (to interface with Access Control or custom control systems). Request Product Information
The KTP Series Thinline 2×6 has a narrow style, multi-format keypad design; to provide either stand-alone access control or one of several Industry Standard Outputs (to interface with Access Control or custom control systems).
K1 Series
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| K1-26I | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Black Illuminated Overlay |
| K1-26S | K1 Series Thinline 2x6 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Overlay |
| K1-34K | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Black Bezel |
| K1-34S | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad w/ Stainless Steel Bezel |
| K1-34X | K1 Series 12 pad 3x4 Keypad without Bezel |
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KTP Series
The Essex KTP Series has become the choice of security professionals worldwide. From banks to airports to government facilities, the KTP Series has been specified for a variety of access control (and equipment control) applications. The KTP Series outperforms all other keypads mechanical, membrane, conductive rubber and other switch technologies – in indoor, outdoor, high use and harsh environments. Request Product Information
KTP Series 12 Pad 3×4 Part Numbers
| KTP-103-BN | KTP-103-KN | KTP-103-SN | KTP-103-XX |
| KTP-163-BN | KTP-163-KN | KTP-163-SN | KTP-163-XX |
| KTP-4853-BN | KTP-4853-KN | KTP-4853-SN | KTP-4853-XX |
KTP Series Thinline 2×6 Part Numbers
| KTP-102-SN | KTP-102-LI |
| KTP-162-SN | KTP-162-LI |
| KTP-3225-SN | KTP-3225-LI |
| KTP-32212-SN | KTP-32212-LI |
| KTP-4852-SN | KTP-4852-LI |
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PiezoProx®
Dual technology Keypad/Proximity Reader, PiezoProx® is virtually indestructible dual technology reader which incorporates an Essex Stainless Steel, piezoelectric Keypad with an HID industry standard 125kHz proximity reader. Request Product Information
PiezoProx®
| Part Number | Keypad Output |
|---|---|
| PPH-PRO | (No Keypad - iCLASS Reader Only) |
| PPH-103-BN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| PPH-103-KN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| PPH-103-SN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| PPH-163-BN | 8 Bit Word |
| PPH-163-KN | 8 Bit Word |
| PPH-163-SN | 8 Bit Word |
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iSMART™
Please note: The iSMART™ has been discontinued. Dual Technology Keypad/iClass Reader iSMART™ is virtually indestructible dual technology reader which incorporates an Essex Stainless Steel, piezoelectric keypad with an HID 13.56MHz iClass reader.
iSMART™
| Part Number | Keypad Output |
|---|---|
| ISH-103-IRO | (No Keypad - iCLASS Reader Only) |
| ISH-163-IRO | (No Keypad - iCLASS Reader Only) |
| ISH-103-BN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| ISH-103-KN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| ISH-103-SN | 26 Bit Wiegand |
| ISH-163-BN | 8 Bit Word |
| ISH-163-KN | 8 Bit Word |
| ISH-163-SN | 8 Bit Word |
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RoxProx™
RoxProx™ is an extreme duty Proximity Reader designed to interface via Wiegand Protocol with most Access Control Systems. Request Product Information
RoxProx™ Part Numbers
| PRX-1 |
| PRX-1R |
| PRX-2 |
| PRX-2R |
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RoxProx II™
RoxProx II™ is a heavy duty, low profile 125kHz Proximity Access Control Reader designed for all indoor and outdoor environments. Request Product Information
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RoxProx™ IP Series
RoxProx™ IP Series Proximity Readers are extremely rugged (RFID) communication devices designed specifically for vandal prone areas and harsh environments. Request Product Information
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T-Prox™
T-Prox™ is a mullion style dual technology reader which incorporates an Essex piezoelectric Keypad with an HID industry standard 125kHz proximity reader. Request Product Information
T-Prox™ Part Numbers
| TPX-26I |
| TPX-26S |
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Vehicle Keyless Entry
AKE-5
The AKE-5 Series is a dual technology Keyless Entry Keypad for vehicle and storage applications. Request Product Information
Please note: The KE-1601, KE-1602, KE-1603, and KE-1604 have been discontinued. For KE-1600 Series User Guide and wiring diagrams, please see KE-1600. You may also call 1-800-KEYLESS for more information.
AKE-5 Series
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| AKE-5BH | AKE-5 Keypad Keyless Entry, Blue Illumination, Horizontal Black Overlay |
| AKE-5BH-RK | AKE-5 Keypad Keyless Entry, Blue Illumination, Remote Keyless Entry |
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KE-1600
The KE-1600 Series has been discontinued. It has been replaced by the AKE-5 Series.
KE-1600 Series Part Numbers
| KE-1601M-BC1 | KE-1602M-BC1 | KE-1603M-BC1 | KE-1604M-BC1 |
| KE-1601M-BH | KE-1602M-BH | KE-1603M-BH | KE-1604M-BH |
| KE-1601M-BV | KE-1602M-BV | KE-1603M-BV | KE-1604M-BV |
| KE-1601P-BC1 | KE-1602P-BC1 | KE-1603P-BC1 | KE-1604P-BC1 |
| KE-1601P-BH | KE-1602P-BH | KE-1603P-BH | KE-1604P-BH |
| KE-1601P-BV | KE-1602P-BV | KE-1603P-BV | KE-1604P-BV |
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| KE-1601 | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
| KE-1602 | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
| KE-1603 | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
| KE-1604 | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
KE-1700
The KE-1700 Series Keyless Entry for larger vehicles. Request Product Information
KE-1700 Series Part Numbers
| KE-1701BH |
| KE-1701RH |
Discontinued
| KE-1701P-BH | KE-1704P-BH |
| KE-1701P-BV | KE-1704P-BV |
| KE-1701PC-BH | KE-1704PC-BH |
| KE-1701PC-BV | KE-1704PC-BV |
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| KE-1701 | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
| KE-1704 (Discontinued) | User Guide | Wiring Diagram |
