Product SKU: DHI-ASI3213A-W
Product Overview
The Dahua DHI-ASI3213A-W is an indoor standalone face-recognition access controller designed for staff entrances, offices, retail sites and other protected access points. Its 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen works with a 2MP dual-lens camera, automatic infrared compensation and DWDR to recognise enrolled users from approximately 0.3 to 1.5 metres away. Dahua specifies 0.2-second face comparison, 99.9% recognition accuracy and liveness detection. The controller stores up to 3,000 users and faces, 5,000 cards, 3,000 passwords and 300,000 records. Face, card, password, remote and combination unlocking are supported, together with 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Ethernet, web configuration, RS-485, Wiegand, OSDP and direct lock, exit-button and door-status connections.
Key Capabilities
Fast Face Recognition
The dual-lens camera uses visible-light recognition and liveness detection, with a stated 0.2-second comparison time and 99.9% recognition accuracy.
4.3-Inch Touchscreen
The 480 × 272 capacitive touchscreen provides local credential enrolment, access operation, status viewing and supported configuration functions.
Multiple Credential Options
Face, password, remote, IC card, DESFire card and configurable combination authentication provide flexibility for staff, visitors and higher-security doors.
High Local Capacity
Stores up to 3,000 users, 3,000 faces, 3,000 passwords, 5,000 cards, 50 administrators and 300,000 access records.
Wi-Fi, Ethernet and Web Management
2.4GHz Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi AP mode, 10/100Mbps Ethernet and PC or mobile web configuration support flexible commissioning and management.
Door and Reader Integration
Lock control, exit-button and door-status connections combine with RS-485, Wiegand, OSDP and USB interfaces for compatible access-control peripherals.
Best For
- Staff Entry Doors: Provides fast face, card or password access with detailed records and configurable access schedules.
- Multi-Credential Security: Combination unlocking and multi-user authentication support doors requiring stronger verification rules.
- Medium User Databases: Stores up to 3,000 users and faces, 5,000 cards and 300,000 access records.
- Wi-Fi or Ethernet Networks: Supports flexible management through wired networking, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and PC or mobile web configuration.
- Integrated Door Control: Connects to compatible locks, exit buttons, door contacts and peripheral card readers.
Why Choose the DHI-ASI3213A-W
The DHI-ASI3213A-W combines biometric recognition, card access, passwords, visitor QR workflows and direct door-control connections in one compact indoor controller. Its 4.3-inch touchscreen supports straightforward local operation, while Wi-Fi, Ethernet and web configuration give installers several commissioning options. High local credential and record capacities suit small-to-medium commercial sites, and features such as liveness detection, anti-passback, duress alarms, remote verification and combination unlocking provide more control than a basic standalone card reader. Supplied by Security Wholesalers, this controller is best selected as part of a complete door design covering lock type, emergency egress, power, network security and privacy obligations.
Buyer Decision Tips
Door Hardware Tip: Confirm the electric lock type, fail-safe or fail-secure behaviour, exit button, door contact, emergency release and power requirements before ordering. The controller alone does not create a compliant controlled door.
Biometric Privacy Tip: Face templates and access records require an appropriate enrolment, consent, retention, administrator-access and deletion process. Confirm the applicable Australian privacy, workplace and organisational requirements before deployment.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
DHI-ASI3213A-W |
| Product Type |
Standalone indoor face-recognition access controller. |
| Main Processor |
Embedded processor. |
| Display |
4.3-inch LCD capacitive touchscreen. |
| Screen Resolution |
480 × 272. |
| Camera |
2MP CMOS HD wide-angle dual-lens camera. |
| Image Processing |
DWDR and automatic infrared light compensation. |
| Face Recognition Distance |
0.3–1.5m. |
| Face Recognition Height Range |
1.1–2.0m. |
| Face Recognition Time |
Approximately 0.2 seconds per person. |
| Face Recognition Accuracy |
99.9% stated by Dahua. |
| Liveness Detection |
Supported. |
| Mask Detection |
Supported. |
| User Capacity |
3,000. |
| Face Image Capacity |
3,000. |
| Password Capacity |
3,000. |
| Card Capacity |
5,000. |
| Administrator Capacity |
50. |
| Record Capacity |
300,000. |
| Unlock Methods |
Face, card, password, remote and configurable combination unlock. |
| Card Types |
IC card and compatible DESFire EV3 card. |
| RFID Frequency |
13.56MHz. |
| Card Reading Distance |
0–3cm. |
| QR Code |
Paper and electronic codes; visitor QR codes supported with DSS Pro. |
| QR Read Speed |
Approximately 500ms. |
| Access Schedules |
128 period lists and 128 holiday periods. |
| Authentication Features |
Multi-user authentication, first-user unlock, remote verification and trusted/restricted lists. |
| Access Events |
Anti-passback, tamper alarm, duress alarm, door-sensor timeout, intrusion and illegal-card threshold alarm. |
| Wi-Fi |
IEEE 802.11b/g/n on 2.4GHz, including Wi-Fi AP mode. |
| Ethernet |
1 × RJ-45 10/100Mbps self-adaptive port. |
| Network Protocols |
IPv4, RTSP, RTP, TCP, UDP, SIP and P2P. |
| Interoperability |
OSDP, ONVIF, CGI, SDK and API support. |
| Peripheral Reader Interfaces |
1 × RS-485 card-reader interface and 1 × Wiegand card-reader interface. |
| Other Interfaces |
1 × USB 2.0, 1 × exit-button input, 1 × lock control and 1 × door-status detection input. |
| Voice Prompts |
Supported and customisable. |
| Video Calling and App Functions |
Video calling, alarm notifications and remote door unlocking supported through compatible services and configuration. |
| Web Configuration |
PC and mobile web configuration supported. |
| Power Supply |
12V DC, 1.5A. |
| Power Consumption |
Maximum 18W. |
| Operating Environment |
Indoor. |
| Operating Temperature |
–10 °C to +40 °C. |
| Operating Humidity |
0%–90% RH, non-condensing. |
| Casing |
PC and ABS. |
| Product Dimensions |
115.0 × 118.0 × 27.1mm. |
| Net Weight |
250g. |
| Gross Weight |
400g. |
| Installation |
Wall mount, 86-box mount or desk mount. |
| Included Accessory |
Wall-mount bracket. |
Ideal Use Cases
Office Entry Doors
Provides rapid face, card or password access for staff while retaining detailed event records and configurable schedules.
Retail and Service Areas
Supports controlled staff entrances, stockrooms and internal secure doors with local touchscreen operation and remote management.
Schools and Training Facilities
Can manage authorised staff or selected restricted areas where identity, schedules and audit records need to be centrally controlled.
Factories and Warehouses
Suitable for protected indoor personnel entrances requiring higher user capacity, anti-passback options and connection to compatible door hardware.
Apartment and Community Facilities
Can control shared indoor doors, offices or amenity areas using face, card, password or managed visitor credentials.
Multi-Factor Access Points
Combination unlock and multi-user authentication suit doors where more than one credential or authorised person must be verified.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose the DHI-ASI3213A-W if: You need indoor face recognition, a 4.3-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi and capacity for up to 3,000 faces.
- Choose an outdoor-rated terminal if: The controller will be exposed to rain, moisture, dust, vandalism or temperature conditions beyond the listed indoor range.
- Choose a larger-capacity model if: More than 3,000 users or faces, 5,000 cards or 300,000 records are required.
- Choose a central access controller if: Multiple doors need advanced distributed control, supervised inputs, battery-backed power and central panel architecture.
- Confirm visitor requirements: DSS Pro is required for the listed visitor QR-code workflow, and platform licensing or configuration may be needed.
FAQs
- Is the Dahua DHI-ASI3213A-W a complete door-access system?
The DHI-ASI3213A-W is a standalone face-recognition access controller, but a complete controlled door normally also requires a compatible electric lock, exit button, door-status contact, power arrangement, cabling and suitable mounting hardware. Depending on the project, a management platform, additional card reader, intercom equipment or network switch may also be required. Confirm the full door design before ordering.
- How quickly and accurately does the controller recognise faces?
Dahua specifies a face-recognition time of approximately 0.2 seconds per person and a stated accuracy rate of 99.9% with liveness detection. Recognition operates at approximately 0.3 to 1.5 metres for people between 1.1 and 2.0 metres tall. Real performance depends on enrolment quality, lighting, mounting height, face angle, obstructions, masks and correct configuration.
- How many users and credentials can the ASI3213A-W store?
The controller supports up to 3,000 users, 3,000 face images, 3,000 passwords, 5,000 cards, 50 administrators and 300,000 records. These are separate capacity limits rather than a guarantee that every user can hold every credential type simultaneously. Plan user groups, administrators, card assignments, visitor access and record retention before commissioning the system.
- What card types and unlocking methods are supported?
The DHI-ASI3213A-W supports face, password, remote, IC card and compatible DESFire EV3 card authentication, together with configurable combination unlocking. Card-reading distance is specified from 0 to 3cm. Multi-user authentication, first-user unlock, trusted and restricted lists, remote verification and anti-passback are also supported, subject to correct system design, firmware and management configuration.
- Does the access controller support visitor QR codes?
Yes. Dahua lists paper and electronic QR-code reading with an approximate 500ms read speed, while visitor QR-code operation is specified with the DSS Pro platform. QR functionality depends on the selected platform, licence, configuration and visitor workflow. A QR code should be issued with an appropriate validity period and access schedule rather than treated as a permanent credential.
- Can the controller use Wi-Fi and mobile app functions?
Yes. The controller supports 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi AP mode, Ethernet and mobile web configuration. Dahua also lists app functions for receiving alarm notifications, remotely unlocking doors and related operations. Remote features require correct network configuration, supported cloud or platform services, secure accounts and reliable internet connectivity. Wired Ethernet may be preferable for critical access-control installations.
- Is the ASI3213A-W suitable for outdoor installation?
No. Dahua specifies the controller for indoor use from –10 °C to +40 °C at 0%–90% non-condensing humidity. No IP weatherproof or IK impact rating is listed. Install it in a protected internal position away from moisture, condensation, direct weather, extreme heat and vandalism. Outdoor entrances may require a separately rated reader or protective access-control arrangement.
- What should I confirm before using face recognition for access control?
Confirm local biometric privacy, workplace, consent, retention and access-control requirements before enrolling faces. Establish who can administer biometric data, how records are protected and deleted, and what alternative credential is available where required. Also verify lock fail-safe or fail-secure behaviour, emergency egress and network security. Security Wholesalers can assist with matching the controller to compatible door hardware and system components.
Compatible Accessories
- Wall-Mount Bracket – included according to the Dahua datasheet.
Additional Information
Dahua DHI-ASI3213A-W Datasheet
