🧭 Overview

The HID Mercury MP1501 is a PoE+ edge-capable intelligent access control controller designed for modern, secure, and scalable deployments.

It connects directly to Synergis™ Cloud Link over IP and provides real-time processing of access events, making it ideal for distributed and high-security environments.

➡️ The controller supports both wired and wireless technologies and allows organizations to deploy open, non-proprietary access control systems.

🚀 Key Features

• Supports 2 readers / 1 door natively
• Expandable up to 17 doors using SIO modules
• PoE / PoE+ powered or 12V DC
• Advanced cybersecurity:
  • ARM TrustZone
  • Secure boot
  • Crypto chip
  • Firmware validation
  • Data encryption at rest
• Real-time communication with Synergis Cloud Link
• Supports:
  • 250,000 offline cardholders
  • 50,000 offline events
• OSDP Secure Channel (v1 & v2) support
• UL 294 recognized components

🔒 Cybersecurity & Edge Processing

The MP1501 is built for secure edge intelligence:

• Processes commands locally for faster response
• Maintains operation during network disruptions
• Protects system integrity through hardware-based security
• Supports custom applications running directly on the controller

⚙️ Technical Specifications

🧠 System & Processing

• Edge-capable controller with advanced processing capabilities

🔌 Interfaces

• Readers:
  • 2 ports (OSDP or Wiegand)
• Inputs:
  • 2 general-purpose inputs
  • 1 cabinet tamper input
• Outputs:
  • 2 relay outputs (Form C, 2A @ 30VDC)
• Supports RS-485 I/O modules

⚡ Power & Connectivity

• Power options:
  • PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
  • PoE+ (IEEE 802.3at)
  • 12V DC
• Ethernet:
  • 10/100Base-T

🌡️ Environmental & Physical

• Operating temperature: 0°C to +70°C
• Storage: -55°C to +85°C
• Compact form factor for panel installations

🧩 System Architecture

The MP1501 operates within a unified architecture:

➡️ Security Center / Synergis Server
➡️ Synergis Cloud Link (Gateway)
➡️ MP1501 Controller (Edge)
➡️ Readers / Doors / I/O Modules

📌 As shown in the diagram on page 2, the controller communicates over IP with Cloud Link and manages downstream RS-485 modules (MR52, MR16, etc.), enabling full door control and monitoring.

🔗 Integration

• Fully integrated with Genetec Security Center (Synergis)
• Compatible with:
  • Mercury modules (MR series)
  • OSDP readers
  • Wiegand readers
• Supports expansion via RS-485 modules

🎯 Use Cases

• Enterprise access control systems
• Multi-door facility management
• Data centers and secure rooms
• Critical infrastructure and utilities
• Campus and commercial buildings

🛠️ TAS Support Scope (Aligntech)

Aligntech Technical Assistance Services (TAS) provides:

✔️ Installation & Configuration

• Controller onboarding into Synergis
• Reader and door configuration
• Network and PoE setup

✔️ Troubleshooting

• Reader communication issues (OSDP/Wiegand)
• Door/relay malfunction
• Controller offline or sync issues

✔️ Maintenance

• Firmware upgrades
• System health monitoring
• Preventive diagnostics