HID Mercury MP1502 Intelligent Controller – ICM Series

Name: Mercury MP1502 Controller | 2 Door Access Control | ICM-MP1502 | IDCUBE MEA
Brand: IDCUBE FZE
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ICM-MP1502 hid mercury controller powered by Access360

ICM-MP1502 is a network-based controller used in enterprise access control deployments. The controller supports up to four readers controlling two doors and can expand through RS-485 or Ethernet-based door modules to support up to 64 readers or openings. Security and communication functions are handled within the controller using TLS 1.2/1.3 encryption, AES protection, ARM TrustZone hardware security, and secure boot validation. The MP1502 controller can store 240,000 cardholders and maintain a 500,000-event buffer, making it suitable for commercial buildings, campuses, and distributed access control systems.

ICM-MP1502 hid mercury controller powered by Access360

Key highlights

Integrated cybersecurity protection
Security functions are built into the controller hardware and firmware. Features such as ARM TrustZone, secure boot verification, hardware crypto support, and encrypted communication help protect credentials and system configuration data.
Flexible reader and door support
The controller supports up to four readers controlling two doors on the main board. Expansion modules connected through RS-485 allow the system to scale up to 64 readers or openings when additional interface devices are added.

Local processing for Access Control
Access decisions, schedules, and event handling are processed within the controller itself. This allows the MP1502 intelligent controller to continue managing doors and readers as part of distributed HID Mercury access control deployments.
Business continuity
Legacy LP/EP-based access control deployments can be upgraded with MP1502, ensuring business continuity with a new processor part of a multi-year longevity program, dual footprint circuit designs and the same reliable LP/EP interface & footprint.

Open Access Control architecture

ICM-MP1502 controllers work with Access360 software to deliver scalable network-based access control with a flexible door and I/O expansion.

Technical specification

Access Control Capacity
Specifications	Particulars
Controller model	HID Mercury MP1502 intelligent controller
Expansion (Serial/ Network)	Supports up to 32 RS-485 expansion modules
Native reader support	Supports up to 4 readers controlling 2 openings
Maximum readers support	Up to 64 readers or openings with supported expansion modules
Doors/ Openings	Up to 64 doors/ openings
Memory	Supports up to 240,000 cardholders, and 500,000 transaction buffer
Hardware & Compliance
Specifications	Particulars
Part code	ICM-MP1502
IP protocol support	IPv4 and IPv6
Power input	12–24 VDC ±10%, 500 mA maximum (reader and USB ports not included)
Cybersecurity features	ARM TrustZone, secure boot CPU, crypto chip, data-at-rest encryption, TLS 1.2/1.3, AES-256/128, 802.1X, FIPS 140-3 use of OpenSSL
Operating temperature	0°C to 70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing
Product compliance	UL 294 Recognized, FCC Part 15 Class A, CE Compliant, RoHS (2011/65/EU & 2015/863), EU REACH (1907/2006), California Proposition 65

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Technical documentation

HID Mercury MP1502 controller datasheet

HID Mercury MP1502 controller architecture

HID Mercury MP1502 installation guide

Open infrastructure in Access Control brochure

HID Mercury MP1502 comparison chart

Frequently asked questions

What power does the Mercury MP1502 require?

The Mercury MP1502 controller operates on 12–24 VDC (±10%) input power. The base board typically draws up to 500 mA, while reader ports can require additional current depending on connected devices.

How do I log into MP1502?

Access to the MP1502 intelligent controller is handled through the access control software used in the deployment. The controller is discovered on the network, then administrators configure it through the host system for monitoring and device setup.

How do I configure my HID Mercury MP1502 system?

Configuration usually begins by connecting the MP1502 controller to power and the network. The controller is then added to the access control platform, where installers configure readers, door settings, access levels, and system parameters.

Can a HID Mercury MP1502 controller have multiple earth ground connections?

For access control installations, the MP1502 controller should use a single properly defined earth ground reference. Grounding practices are typically defined by the installation guidelines used for the overall access control system.

What technologies does the MP1502 support?

The MP1502 intelligent controller supports multiple reader technologies, including OSDP, Wiegand, clock-and-data, magnetic stripe, and F/2F reader interfaces. These options allow integration with a wide range of credential readers and access control hardware.

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