Dual-Band QR Code Reader
AR-888-UL◎ Exclusively supports hidden encrypted authorization codes, effectively preventing QR Codes from being copied or captured. Invention Patent No.: I 856713
◎Built-in RFID and QR Code scanning technology, providing temporary access by QR Code and normal access by RFID card
-- Short-range version: Detection range 5–10 cm
--Long-range version: Detection range 10–30 cm
Features
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| Multi-Function Controller | Access Reader | Access Reader | Touchless Infrared Button | Card Energy Saver | DND&MUR Switch |
| AR-888-H | AR-888-US | AR-888-K | AR-888-PBI-S | AR-888-W | AR-888-CPI/CPO |
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AR-888-UL Features
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For detailed information, please refer to ➤ Instant RFID Integration with PLC for Automated Parking & Machine Control
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Apply for QR Code on Registration
For detailed information on Bluetooth functionality, please refer to ► QR Code and Bluetooth Visitor System and Access Control Management
- Built-in RFID antenna in dual band technology : 125Khz EM / 13.56MHz ISO1443 Mifare Ultralight / Classic / DESFire / - EV1
- Multi Communication Interface: WG output / RS485
- Flush-Mounted design for US and EU compatible
Specification
Frequency / UID Bits / RF Reading Range / Read/Write
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| Frequency | 125Khz: EM 13.56Mhz: ISO 14443/ISO 7816-4 Mifare Ultralight, Classic, DESFire EV1, NFC (card simulation) , iCASH Card |
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| UID Bits | 24~64 (Adjustable) | |
| QR Code Scan Distance | Close-Focus version | 5–10 cm |
| Long-Focus version | 10–30 cm | |
| RF Reading Range | 2-15 cm | |
| Read/Write | Read/Write | |
*MIFARE and MIFARE Classic, MIFARE DESFire, MIFARE Plus, MIFARE Ultralight are registered trademarks of NXP B.V.
RFID Crypto / Communication interface
| S(Dual Band) | |
| RFID Crypto | CC Certification: 3DES Crypto comply with EAL4+ |
| Host | RS-485 (9600 bps) SSC (Soyal Security Communication) |
| Serial | UART PORT (Only Output) |
| Wiegand Input | Wiegand 24~34 (support external Wiegand Keyboard) |
| Wiegand Output | Wiegand Data 0 Data 1 |
*SSC (SOYAL SECURITY COMMUNICATION) To enchance security of communication
DI/DO
| DI | LED (Red) LED (Green) Buzzer |
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| Relay ouput | No | ||
| Open Collect Output | No | ||
Hardware Specifications
| Power Voltage | 12-24VDC | |||
| Power Consumption | <1W | |||
| Indicator | LED | Bi-Color LED Frame (Green/Red) | ||
| Buzzer | 1 | |||
| TAMPER | No | |||
| Housing Material | Anti-Scratch PC+ABS / Tempered Glass Panel+ABS (Fire-proof level: 94V0) | |||
| Color | Black | |||
| Keypad | No | |||
| Dimension (mm) | EU | Close-Focus Version: 88(H)X86(W)X37.5(D) | ||
| Long-Focus Version: 88(H)X86(W)X34(D) | ||||
| US | Close-Focus Version: 110(H)X81(W)X37.5(D) | |||
| Long-Focus Version:110(H)X81(W)X34(D) | ||||
| Net Weight(g) | EU | approx. 110 | ||
| US | approx. 120 | |||
| Ingress Protection | IP65 (Surface) | |||
| Environment | Operating Temperature | -20℃ ~ +70℃ | ||
| Storage Temperature | -25℃ to +70℃ | |||
| Operating Humidity | 0%~90% (non-condensing) | |||
| Storage Humidity | 0%~95% (non-condensing) | |||
Patents / Certifications
| Patent |
Taiwan Invention Patent No.: I 856713 Exclusively supports hidden encrypted authorization codes, effectively preventing QR Codes from being photographed and duplicated for unauthorized access |
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Manual / Firmware
| File Name | New features | Frequency | Version | Updated Date | Download |
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| Catalogues | |||||
 AR-837EL-888UL Catalogue
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V250626 | 2025-06-26 | Download | ||
| Manual | |||||
 SOYAL QRCode Supported Format
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V250424 | 2025-04-24 | Download | ||
 QRCode Function Setting Steps
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Enable/disable lightning support and scanner sensor The document includes step-by-step instructions for setting transmission speed, fill light, and scanning line. |
V241014 | 2024-10-14 | Download | |
 701ClientSQL-Special Application
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◎E-Mail Server Setting ◎SOYAL QRCode Format Introduction ◎701ClientSQL Email Notification Application Sharing ◎SOYAL Controller Reader is not only used in Access Control but also used for various application |
V220922 | 2022-09-22 | Download | |
 AR-888-UL Manual
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V240911 | 2024-09-11 | Download | ||
 AR-888UL_Close-focus CAD File
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2025-09-02 | Download | |||
 AR-888 Series CAD File
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2025-09-02 | Download | |||
| Firmware | |||||
 AR-888-UL
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How to update the firmware of SOYAL controller and other products? | 2022-11-25 | Download | ||
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AR-888-UL
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Firmware Updating Setting Step | 2021-03-24 | Download | ||
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Standard Firmware High speed version |
Dual Band | 7V3 2025-08-27 |
2025-08-27 | Download |
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AR-888-UL
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[Customized Firmware] QRCode any format (Data length limits 512 bytes, for EU Square Type) |
Dual Band | 7V3 2022-01-06 |
2022-01-06 | Download |
The document includes step-by-step instructions for setting transmission speed, fill light, and scanning line.
◎SOYAL QRCode Format Introduction
◎701ClientSQL Email Notification Application Sharing
◎SOYAL Controller Reader is not only used in Access Control but also used for various application
2025-08-27
High speed version
2022-01-06
QRCode any format (Data length limits 512 bytes, for EU Square Type)
FAQ / Academy
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How to Order
Since established in 1993, SOYAL Technology has been adopting the distribution policy of sales and after-sales service. Due to all SOYAL products are produced with high industrial-grade components, the users can use our products for more than 10 years, in which indicates SOYAL provides a reliable security system with trusted and long-term companionship. In order to ensure long-term and high-quality after-sale services and maintenance, it is very important to carefully select distributors who can provide good installation and service. We would advise the customers to take after-sales service as the main consideration before purchasing to avoid any doubts about installation and after-sales service. In addition to physical distributors, SOYAL also made a variety of online teaching videos and Q&A to help customers quickly find answers as like 24 / 7 services. You are welcome to subscribe our training channel.
How to Order
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After Sales Service
SOYAL offer Standard Warranty and SOYAL Extended Warranty Program that can be listed below:
1. Standard Warranty is 12 months warranty against manufacturing defects is guaranteed since the date of shipment under the circumstances of non-natural disaster, damage, non- deliberate damage by people.
2. Extended Warranty Program is extended program of Standard Warranty to prolong the Warranty period in which divided into two different plans.
Plan 1. Directly Add Purchase
Purchase Extended Warranty by the time product is purchased.
Plan 2. Purchase Before Warranty Expires
Purchase the Extended Warranty before the original 12 months warranty expires. If you did not purchase the Extended Warranty when you purchase the product, you can enjoy an opportunity to purchase an extended warranty before the 12 months warranty expires.
Please refer to the following price list for the additional purchase fee required for the Extended Warranty of the two plans:
Extended Warranty Price List
| Extendend Warranty | Plan 1. Directly Add Purchase | Plan 2. Purchase Before Warranty Expires |
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| Extended to 2 years warranty | 10% of the Unit Price | 15% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 3 years warranty | 20% of the Unit Price | 25% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 4 years warranty | 35% of the Unit Price | 40% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 5 years warranty | 50% of the Unit Price | 55% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 6 years warranty | 65% of the Unit Price | 70% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 7 years warranty | 80% of the Unit Price | 85% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 8 years warranty | 95% of the Unit Price | 105% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 9 years warranty | 115% of the Unit Price | 125% of the Unit Price |
| Extended to 10 years warranty | 135% of the Unit Price | 145% of the Unit Price |
Packaging
Product Package ReferenceDimension(cm)
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Inner Box
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Outer Carton
Accessories
Accessories Type
Flush-Mount Backlight Multi-Function Controller
AR-888-H
Flush Mount Illuminated Access Reader
AR-888-K
Flush Mount Illuminated dual-band Access Reader
AR-888-US
Touchless Infrared Button
AR-888-PBI-S
Card Energy Saver
AR-888-W
DND&MUR Switch
AR-888-CPI/CPO