OSDP

OSDP is an open supervised device protocol between access panels and end devices. It is a better communications approach:

• bi-directional
• more secure
• uses fewer wires
• longer range
• and multi-drop

It offers unlimited application enhancements such as:

• direct biometric support
• smart card interface
• authentication
• FIPS compliance
• interactive terminal capabilities

Commentary

With an ever-growing list of compatible devices from numerous companies, the OSDP specification was picked up by the Security Industry Association (SIA) in 2012. This valuable specification has now become a valuable industry standard. Please read more about the standard at \[http://www.siaonline.org/Pages/Standards/OSDP.aspx](http://www.siaonline.org/Pages/Standards/OSDP.aspx\\\)