Knowledge base 166: Configuring Sigma series readers for Legacy Mode (ES2 or MEMS)
Legacy mode is required for linking the newer Sigma Series readers into an older MEMS or ES2 system, the below firmware files change the operating mode of the reader so it can talk to the legacy software.
*Note that you cannot set an iClass or Prox reader into Legacy mode only Sigma Multi readers as iClass and Prox models were not available in the MA2G (legacy) mode.
Sigma Multi Readers -
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Sigma Lite Multi Readers -
Sigma Extreme Multi Readers -
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Next, follow the firmware upgrade to apply the relevant file from above to the Sigma series reader -
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