Idesco 8 CD 2.0 VS or VM – OSDPv2 version
€345.00
The MIFARE DESFire Reader with Secure OSDPv2 Interface
The Idesco 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 is a pure card reader for MIFARE DESFire and other MIFARE technologies, with no PIN keypad. It is offered exclusively in the OSDPv2 version: instead of classic Wiegand, RS-232, Clock&Data, or USB wiring, this reader communicates with the access control panel via the modern, bidirectional, encrypted OSDPv2 protocol.
The reader is built on open technology: the security keys remain with the operator, there is no dependency on a single device manufacturer, and configuration can be carried out flexibly via a configuration card or the Idesco Mobile Coder App — without any need to uninstall or shut down the system.
The eco-sensitive plastic housing uses less potting compound and less power than classic readers, and is available as standard in black. The reader is available in either the slim VS or the compact VM design.
Please note: Only the OSDPv2 variant is offered and sold here. Other versions are available on request.
Secure Identification Without Vendor Lock-In
The 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 reads MIFARE DESFire cards securely while remaining fully configurable independent of any manufacturer.
MIFARE DESFire Support
Securely reads MIFARE DESFire EV2 and EV3 and is compatible with DESFire devices from other manufacturers.
Your Own Security Keys
Open technology with no dependency on a device manufacturer or technology — the keys remain with the operator.
RGB Status LED
Freely configurable RGB LED for feedback on access status, controllable via wiring or OSDPv2 command.
Configurable Buzzer
Built-in buzzer with adjustable tone patterns, also controllable via wiring or OSDPv2 command.
How the 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 Is Built
Despite its compact design, the reader combines card detection, optical tamper protection, and status indicators in a single enclosed plastic housing.
Black Plastic Housing
The housing is made of impact-resistant plastic (flammability rating UL94 HB horizontal / UL94 V-2 vertical) and comes in black as standard. Customized versions with a sticker, faceplate, or custom programming are available on request.
13.56 MHz RFID Antenna
Behind the front panel sits the read antenna for MIFARE transponders, which can capture 4-byte, 7-byte, or both UID lengths, as required.
RGB LED and Buzzer
A freely configurable RGB LED and a buzzer provide immediate feedback on access status.
Optical Tamper Protection
A configurable optical tamper sensor detects forced opening or removal of the housing, while keeping false alarms to a minimum.
Connection via OSDPv2
The reader is connected using a 3-meter LIYY cable, available with or without a connector, and communicates with the access control panel exclusively via the encrypted OSDPv2 interface.
Available as VS and VM
The 8 CD 2.0 OSDPv2 is available in two different designs, which differ primarily in size and housing shape.
Please note: The desired design must be selected above the cart button under "Select design." Only the OSDPv2 variant is offered — other interface variants are not part of this listing.
8 CD 2.0 OSDPv2 VS
Slim, elongated design measuring 148 × 45 mm. Depth 25 mm for the cable version, or 25 mm + 10 mm for the connector version.
8 CD 2.0 OSDPv2 VM
More compact design measuring 126 × 84 mm. Depth 28 mm for the cable version, or 28 mm + 9 mm for the connector version. Also suitable for installation in a standard flush-mount electrical box.
OSDPv2 Only
Unlike the base version of the 8 CD 2.0, which can be connected via Wiegand, RS-232, Clock&Data, or USB, this reader communicates exclusively via OSDPv2.
- Bidirectional, encrypted communication using AES or Triple DES
- LED and buzzer control possible directly via OSDPv2 protocol commands
- Reader configuration can also be carried out via the OSDPv2 interface itself
- Meets CE requirements as well as the field strength specifications of EN300330
Broad Support for MIFARE Technologies
The reader covers virtually the entire current MIFARE portfolio and offers additional security mechanisms against card cloning.
- MIFARE DESFire EV1, EV2 & EV3 with UID and application file reading
- MIFARE Classic with UID and sector reading
- MIFARE Ultralight with UID and page reading
- MIFARE Plus X, S, SE, EV1, EV2 with UID security levels 1 and 3
- MIFARE SmartMX in Classic emulation mode
- Support for random UID with DESFire EV1, EV2 & EV3 as well as Proximity EV2, EV3
- UID reading configurable to 4 bytes, 7 bytes, or both — and can also be fully disabled for additional security
- Support for credit/debit functions via value-file cards
Setup via App or Configuration Card
Basic setup of the reader is done conveniently without installing separate software on a PC and without uninstalling the device.
- Configuration via the Idesco Mobile Coder App on a smartphone
- Alternatively, configuration via a DESFire EV1, EV2, or EV3 configuration card
- Optional "configurable only after reset" setting for additional protection against unauthorized changes
- Configuration can also be carried out directly via the OSDPv2 interface
Built for Long-Term Use
The reader is designed for both indoor and outdoor operation.
- Screw mounting; the VM design also fits into a standard flush-mount electrical box
- 3 m LIYY connection cable, available with connector on request
- Protection rating IP67 for the cable version, IP54 for the connector version
- Impact resistance rated IK-09
- Operating and storage temperature from -30 °C to +55 °C
- Operating voltage +10 to +30 VDC with a power consumption of max. 1.7 W in standard configuration
Commissioning in a Few Steps
Setting up the 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 is quick and easy, even without extensive prior knowledge.
- Select the desired design (VS or VM) when ordering
- Mount the reader with screws, or optionally insert it into a flush-mount box for the VM version
- Connect the wiring to the OSDPv2-capable access control panel
- Carry out basic setup via the Mobile Coder App or a DESFire configuration card
- Adjust UID length as well as LED and buzzer behavior as needed
- Optional: lock the reader to "changeable only after reset" after configuration
What's Included
Please check the delivery contents upon receipt for completeness and report any missing or damaged parts to your supplier immediately.
- Idesco 8 CD 2.0 OSDPv2 Reader1 piece
- LIYY Connection Cable, 3 m1 piece
Why the 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 Is a Good Fit
Encrypted OSDPv2 Interface
Bidirectional communication with AES or Triple DES encryption.
Open Technology
No dependency on a single device manufacturer, with your own security keys.
Broad MIFARE Support
DESFire, Classic, Ultralight, Plus, and SmartMX in a single reader.
Two Designs
VS and VM for different installation situations.
Easy Configuration
Setup via smartphone app or configuration card, with no PC software required.
Rugged for Continuous Use
IP67/IP54, IK-09, and an operating range of -30 °C to +55 °C.
Practical Application Examples
- Access control at office and building doors with an OSDPv2-capable panel
- Retrofitting existing OSDPv2 installations with additional readers
- Access to server rooms or storage areas with heightened security requirements
- Migration from existing MIFARE DESFire cards without switching card technology
- Use of the VM design in standard flush-mount boxes for new installations
The Idesco 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 combines broad support for common MIFARE card technologies with a modern, encrypted OSDPv2 connection — a practical solution for access control systems that rely on secure, vendor-independent reader integration.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Idesco 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 and what is it used for?
The 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 is a pure MIFARE card reader with no PIN keypad, which communicates with the access control panel exclusively via the encrypted OSDPv2 interface.
Are other interfaces such as Wiegand or USB also available?
No. This reader is offered exclusively in the OSDPv2 version and is not wired for Wiegand, RS-232, Clock&Data, or USB.
What is the difference between VS and VM?
VS, at 148 × 45 mm, is a slim, elongated design. VM, at 126 × 84 mm, is more compact and can additionally be installed in a standard flush-mount electrical box.
Does the reader have a PIN keypad?
No. The 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2 is a pure card reader with no keypad. Variants with a PIN keypad are available as separate products (VS Pin and VM Pin).
Which card technologies are supported?
Supported technologies include MIFARE DESFire EV1/EV2/EV3, MIFARE Classic, MIFARE Ultralight, MIFARE Plus X/S/SE/EV1/EV2, and MIFARE SmartMX in Classic emulation mode.
How is the reader configured?
Configuration is done via the Idesco Mobile Coder App on a smartphone, via a DESFire configuration card, or directly via the OSDPv2 interface. Optionally, the reader can be set so that changes are only possible after a reset.
Is the reader suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. In the cable version, the reader achieves protection rating IP67; in the connector version, IP54; and it is designed for a temperature range of -30 °C to +55 °C.
Questions About the 8 CD 2.0 VS/VM OSDPv2?
Our support team in Germany will be happy to advise you free of charge on selection, installation, and setup.
Idesco 8 CD 2.0 VS / VM
General Data
- Modern and robust RFID access reading module for secure access control
- Eco-sensitive design with reduced epoxy resin content and lower energy consumption
- Compatible with existing MIFARE DESFire card inventories
- Open technology without dependency on a specific device or technology provider
- Flexible security functions individually configurable and programmable
- Easy switching between different technologies and security levels
- Configuration possible without removal or interruption of power supply
- Robust, reliable and flexible design
- VS and VM available as variants with optional PIN keypads
Electrical Data
- Operating frequency: 13.56 MHz
- Operating voltage: +10 ~ +30 VDC
- Power consumption Basic, Slim and Desktop: max. 1.4 W in Idesco standard configuration
- Power consumption VM and VS: max. 1.7 W in Idesco standard configuration
- 1 × universal input
- 2 × outputs
Supported RFID Technologies
- MIFARE DESFire EV1, EV2 and EV3
- MIFARE Classic
- MIFARE Ultralight
- MIFARE Plus X, S, SE, EV1 and EV2
- MIFARE SmartMX in MIFARE Classic emulation mode
- DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 with Random UID support
- Proximity support for DESFire EV2 and EV3
- UID evaluation with 4 or 7 bytes or both formats
- UID reading can be disabled to increase security
Keypad Variants
- 8 CD 2.0 Slim Pin as a separate product variant
- 8 CD 2.0 VS Pin as a separate product variant
- 8 CD 2.0 VM Pin as a separate product variant
Security Functions
- AES or Triple-DES encryption
- Configurable optical tamper protection
- Support for Value Files for credit/debit applications
- Adjustable re-read delay
- Configurable LED and buzzer functions
- Alive Message for Wiegand 4-, 6- and 8-bit as well as detailed 38-bit option
Interfaces & Communication
- Wiegand
- RS-232
- Clock & Data
- USB
- USB HI
- Idesco RS-485 as a separate product variant 8 CD 2.0 5
- Idesco RS-485 with AES as a separate product variant 8CD 2.0 AES
- RS-485 variants 8 CD 2.0 5 and 8CD 2.0 AES not available for VM and VS
- Clock & Data format: 10 BCD for MIFARE Classic sectors and MIFARE DESFire applications
LED & Acoustics
- VM and VS: RGB LED
- Configurable LED modes
- LED control via cable or protocol commands (RS-485)
- Integrated buzzer
- Configurable buzzer modes
- Buzzer control via cable or protocol commands (RS-485)
Mechanical Data
- Housing material: Plastic
- Mounting: Screw fixation
- VM also suitable for mounting on standard electrical installation boxes
- Cable type: LIYY
- Cable length: 3 m
- Connection: Pigtail as standard
- Color: Black
- Custom versions with sticker, lens or individual programming possible
- IK09 for Slim, VM and VS
- UL94 HB (horizontal test) / UL94 V-2 (vertical test)
Protection Class & Environmental Conditions
- Protection class with cable: IP67
- Protection class with connector: IP54
- Operating temperature Basic and Slim: -40 °C ~ +55 °C
- Operating temperature VM and VS: -30 °C ~ +55 °C
- Storage temperature Basic and Slim: -40 °C ~ +55 °C
- Storage temperature VM and VS: -30 °C ~ +55 °C
Configuration
- Configuration via Mobile Coder App
- Configuration via a DESFire EV1 / EV2 / EV3 configuration card
- Configuration can be performed without removing the device
- Configuration possible without switching off the power supply
- Configuration via OSDPv2 possible with appropriate product variant
Standards & Certifications
- CE compliant
- Field strength according to EN 300 330
Manufacturer information:
Idesco Oy
Elektroniikkatie 4
90590 Oulu
Finland
Fon: +358 44 763 7502
Email: info@idesco.fi
Responsible person:
Didactum® Security GmbH
Im Mühlenfeld 4
48163 Münster
Germany
Telephone:
(+49) 250 19 71 63 54 / (+49) 171 33 11 577
Email: info@didactum-security.de
