
Product Data Sheet
Model 970, 971, 972 and 973
Proximity Readers
Overview
The GE Model 97x Proximity Perfect® readers provide the
convenience of proximity technology in a variety of styles. All
are economical and easy to install, and provide a full range of
field-selectable operation modes. All models include a rugged,
weather-resistant ABS plastic housing.
Model 97X readers mount directly on a wall or to a standard
USA dual-width electrical box. Models 970 and 972 are
designed for conventional wall installation. Metal wall
installation requires the metal backplate (supplied with Models
971 and 973). Back-to-back reader installation requires use of
Models 971 and 973 with an optional isolation plate. This plate
prevents a badge from being read by a reader mounted on the
opposite side of a door.
Models 972 and 973 include a keypad for use when a Personal
Identification Number (PIN) entry is required for added security.
Each reader includes a new mechanical tamper switch that
reports if the reader is completely removed from the wall, in
addition to detecting when the reader has been separated from
its back plate.
Standard Features
EBadge read-range distance of up to 25 cm
EReads ProxLite®, ISO ProxLite® and Entrée® badges and
key tags
EFour selectable modes of operation
ESupervised reader-to-microcontroller communication
EBuilt-in reader tamper detection
Reader Operation
The Model 97X readers provide supervised operation for
continuous checking of reader, door contact, exit button and
communication line status. The Micro/PX-2000, Micro/
PXN-2000 and Micro/5 2RP, 2SRP and 8RP reader processor
boards are fully compatible.
The readers provide a maximum badge read distance or up to
25 cm. Read range is a function of reader power and card type.
Read range is also influenced by site conditions, wire gauge
and cable distance. DIP switches allow the optimum reader
power setting to be selected for site conditions.
The Model 97X readers have four switch-selectable modes of
operation; industry-standard Wiegand, standard F/2F,
Supervised F/2F and Silent Supervised F/2F (for sites where no
audible or visual indication of reader communication loss is
required). Both supervised modes are compatible with Micro/2,
Micro/4, MicroProx® , Micro/5, Micro/PX-2000 and Micro/
PXN-2000 microcontrollers.
Product Contents
The Model 97X readers include the reader, 5 m proximity
reader cable, installation hardware, weather seal gasket and
installation instructions.

Model 970, 971, 972 and 973
Proximity Readers
Specifications
Colour Grey or Black
Dimensions
Height 121 mm
Width 140 mm
Depth 23 mm
Operating temperature -35 to +66°C
Relative humidity 5 to 95%, non-condensing
Wiring 4 conductors (min.)
Certifications FCC Part 1, CE, UL 294
Compatibility
Badge formats
Indicators Red, yellow and green LEDs and beeper
Ordering Information
Micro/2, Micro/4, Micro/5-E, Micro/5-PX, Micro/5PXN
Micro/PX-2000, Micro/PXN-2000
ProxLite, ISO ProxLite, Entrée badges and
ProxLite key tags
Part No. Description
450222001
430085501
430088001
430085001
430085002
430088002
470434002
430088501
430088502
385001001
430085502
470434001
Micro/Reader Junction Box
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Model 970, 971, 972 and 973-2015-06-22 14:13:02 Released :15-APR-13