Security Brands Ascent M8 Multi-Tenant Cellular Video Intercom

Cellular Multi-Tenant Access Control with 8-Inch Touchscreen

The Security Brands Ascent M8 is a cellular multi-tenant entry system for gated communities, apartment buildings, commercial properties, offices, and controlled perimeter entrances. It combines 4G LTE cellular connectivity, an 8-inch full-color touchscreen directory, video calling, keypad access, proximity card access, QR-code guest access, and Wiegand device support in one cloud-managed entry station.

The Ascent M8 is powered by Summit Control, allowing property access to be managed from anywhere with an internet connection. Users can be granted access by app, text, voice, keypad code, touchscreen directory call, proximity card, Wiegand device, or GuestPass QR code. The system supports up to 10,000 app, text, and voice users and up to 10,000 locally stored keypad codes, depending on the active service plan.

For visitor communication, the 8-inch touchscreen directory lets guests search for and call the correct resident, tenant, office, or contact. Video calling with infrared support provides visual identification in low-light conditions, while rollover calling can try up to three phone numbers when a directory call is placed.

The 16-M8 can control up to four gates or doors and includes four Wiegand inputs for connecting compatible access devices. Push and email event notifications, audit trail reporting, weekly event scheduling, and cloud-based access management make it suitable for larger multi-tenant sites that need centralized control over multiple entry points.

Key Features

• Cellular multi-tenant entry system with 4G LTE connectivity
  
• Full-color 8-inch LCD touchscreen directory
• Automatic cellular network selection
• Video calling with IR support for low-light visibility
• Integrated proximity card reader
• GuestPass time-limited and use-limited QR-code access
• Controls up to 4 gates or doors
• 4 Wiegand inputs for compatible access devices
• Supports app, text, voice, keypad, directory, proximity card, Wiegand, and QR-code access
• Up to 10,000 app, text, and voice users depending on service plan
• Up to 10,000 keypad codes stored locally on the unit depending on service plan
• Rollover calling to up to 3 phone numbers
• Push and email event and status notifications
• Cloud-based access control management through Summit Control
• Weekly event schedule support
• Audit trail with detailed reports
• LED downlight and LED-backlit buttons
• Stainless-steel enclosure
• Includes preinstalled SIM card ready for activation

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Security Brands
• Product Name: Ascent M8
• SKU / Model: 16-M8
• Product Type: Cellular multi-tenant entry and access control system
• Software Platform: Summit Control
• Cellular Network: 4G LTE
• Cellular Selection: Automatic network selection
• Display: 8-inch full-color LCD touchscreen
• Directory: On-screen touchscreen directory
• Video Calling: Yes, with IR for low-light conditions
• Proximity Reader: Integrated proximity card reader
• Guest Access: GuestPass QR-code access with time and use limits
• Controlled Entrances: Up to 4 gates or doors
• Wiegand Inputs: 4
• Access Methods: App, text, voice, keypad, directory, proximity card, Wiegand devices, and GuestPass QR code
• User Capacity: Up to 10,000 app, text, and voice users depending on service plan
• Keypad Code Capacity: Up to 10,000 keypad codes stored locally depending on service plan
• Calling Feature: Rollover calling to up to 3 phone numbers
• Notifications: Push and email event and status notifications
• Reporting: Audit trail with detailed reports
• Scheduling: Weekly event schedule
• Lighting: LED downlight and LED-backlit buttons
• Enclosure: Stainless steel
• Relay Contact Rating: 10A at 120VAC or 24VDC
• Maximum Switching Voltage: 250VAC or 30VDC
• Maximum Switching Current: 15A
• Maximum Switching Power: 240W or 2,770VA
• Input Power: 24VDC
• Included Power Supply: PS-24DC3 24VDC power supply
• Current Draw: Dependent on user settings
• Solar Use: Not recommended for solar applications
• Operating Temperature: -15°F to 158°F
• Dimensions: 16.05 in. H x 10.50 in. W x 4.75 in. D
• Shipping Weight: 18 lb.
• Mounting: Pedestal mounting hole pattern spaced at 3.063 in.; pilot holes for alternate mounting at 2.5 in.
• Included Components: Ascent M8 unit, key, four carriage bolts, four hex nuts, screwdriver, and 24V power adapter
• Activation Requirement: Unit requires completed activation before operation
• Service Requirement: Active Summit Control service plan required for cloud management and keypad code administration
• Installation Note: A constant power source is required, and the included power supply is recommended

Conclusion

The Security Brands Ascent M8 provides a full-featured cellular entry platform for multi-tenant gates, doors, and controlled property entrances. Its touchscreen directory, 4G LTE connection, video calling, proximity reader, QR guest access, four Wiegand inputs, and four-door control capacity allow one system to manage visitor communication and access control through Summit Control. A completed activation and active service plan are required for operation.