Product SKU: DHI-ASI6214S-PW
Product Overview
The Dahua DHI-ASI6214S-PW is an IP65 face-recognition access controller combining a 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen, fingerprint reader, 13.56MHz card reader and 2MP dual-lens infrared camera. It supports face, fingerprint, IC or DESFire card, password, visitor QR code, remote and combination unlocking, with local capacity for 6,000 users, faces, fingerprints and passwords, 10,000 cards and 300,000 records. Dahua publishes a 0.2-second 1:N face-comparison time across a 0.3–1.5m recognition distance. Mask and safety-helmet detection, video calling, app notifications, PoE, 2.4GHz Wi-Fi, lock control, reader expansion and alarm I/O support professional indoor or outdoor access points.
Key Capabilities
Fast Multi-Biometric Access
Supports face, fingerprint, card, password, visitor QR code, remote and combination unlocking, with a published 0.2-second face-comparison time.
Large Local Credential Capacity
Stores up to 6,000 users, faces, fingerprints and passwords, 10,000 cards, 50 administrators and 300,000 access records.
2MP Dual-Lens Recognition Camera
The dual-lens CMOS camera uses automatic infrared illumination and DWDR to support face capture across changing entrance lighting.
Touchscreen and Video Calling
A 4.3-inch capacitive touchscreen provides local operation, while supported video calls, app alarms and remote unlocking assist managed entry workflows.
Wi-Fi, Ethernet and PoE
2.4GHz Wi-Fi, 10/100Mbps Ethernet and standard PoE provide flexible network and power options for compatible installations.
IP65 Door-System Integration
Lock control, exit-button and door-status inputs, alarm I/O, RS-485, Wiegand, OSDP and IP65 protection support professional indoor or outdoor access points.
Best For
- Multi-Biometric Staff Access: Combines face and fingerprint authentication with card, password and QR-code options.
- Outdoor and Indoor Entrances: IP65 protection and operation from –30°C to +60°C suit correctly mounted access points.
- High-Capacity Credentials: Stores 6,000 users, faces, fingerprints and passwords, plus 10,000 cards.
- Managed Visitor Entry: Supports visitor QR codes, doorbell functions, video calls and remote unlocking.
- PoE or Wi-Fi Projects: Provides wired Ethernet, standard PoE and 2.4GHz wireless network connectivity.
Why Choose the DHI-ASI6214S-PW
The DHI-ASI6214S-PW combines several access technologies in one compact terminal, allowing a site to use touchless face recognition while retaining fingerprints, secure cards, passwords and visitor QR codes as alternatives. Its published 0.2-second face matching, substantial local credential capacity and 300,000-record database suit busy commercial entrances. PoE, Wi-Fi, web configuration, app workflows, reader expansion and door-control interfaces make the controller flexible across standalone and integrated designs. Supplied by Security Wholesalers, it should be selected as part of a complete solution covering privacy, credential governance, door hardware, emergency egress, power and network security.
Buyer Decision Tips
Biometric Governance Tip: Define lawful collection, consent, enrolment quality, retention, deletion, access permissions and incident procedures before storing face or fingerprint templates. Restrict administrative access and protect exported records.
Door and Egress Tip: Confirm lock voltage, current, fail-safe or fail-secure behaviour, emergency release, exit button and door contact. The access terminal must not compromise compliant emergency egress.
Network Tip: Use wired Ethernet where dependable control is critical. Segment the access-control network, change default credentials, maintain firmware and limit remote-management exposure.
Key Features & Technical Specifications
| Model |
DHI-ASI6214S-PW |
| Product Type |
Standalone face-recognition and fingerprint access controller. |
| Main Processor |
Embedded processor. |
| Display |
4.3-inch LCD with capacitive touchscreen. |
| Screen Resolution |
272 × 480. |
| Camera |
2MP CMOS HD dual-lens camera. |
| Light Compensation |
Automatic infrared illumination. |
| Wide Dynamic Range |
DWDR. |
| Voice and Local Alerts |
Voice prompts and buzzer. |
| Unlock Methods |
Face, fingerprint, IC/DESFire card, password, visitor QR code, remote and combination unlock. |
| User Capacity |
6,000. |
| Face Image Capacity |
6,000. |
| Fingerprint Capacity |
6,000. |
| Card Capacity |
10,000. |
| Password Capacity |
6,000. |
| Administrator Capacity |
50. |
| Record Capacity |
300,000. |
| Card Type |
13.56MHz IC card and compatible DESFire EV3 card. |
| Card Reading Distance |
0–3cm. |
| Face Recognition Distance |
0.3–1.5m. |
| Face Recognition Height Range |
1.1–2.0m. |
| Published Face Accuracy |
99.9% under Dahua’s stated test conditions. |
| Face Comparison Time |
0.2 seconds per person for 1:N comparison. |
| Fingerprint Verification |
1:N. |
| AI Entry Functions |
Face-mask detection and safety-helmet detection. |
| Access Functions |
128 periods, 128 holiday periods, first-user unlock, remote verification, restricted/trusted lists, multi-user and multi-factor authentication. |
| Visitor and Intercom Functions |
Visitor QR code, doorbell, supported video calls, app alarm notifications and remote unlocking. |
| Wi-Fi |
2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n. |
| Network Port |
1 × RJ45 10/100Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet. |
| Network Protocols |
UDP, TCP, IPv4, RTSP, SIP, P2P and RTP. |
| Interoperability |
CGI, ONVIF, SDK and API support. |
| Reader Interfaces |
1 × RS-485 reader and 1 × Wiegand reader. |
| OSDP |
Supported. |
| USB |
1. |
| Alarm Input and Output |
1 input and 1 output with alarm linkage. |
| Exit Button Input |
1. |
| Door Status Input |
1. |
| Lock Control |
1. |
| Security Alarms |
Anti-passback, tamper, duress, door-sensor timeout, intrusion, duress fingerprint and excessive illegal-card attempts. |
| Security Module Expansion |
Supported for improved anti-tamper protection. |
| Configuration |
Web configuration, capture, real-time monitoring, network update and auto registration. |
| Power Supply |
Standard PoE or 12V DC, 1.5A. |
| Power Adapter |
Included according to the official datasheet. |
| Power Consumption |
Up to 12W. |
| Protection |
IP65. |
| Operating Environment |
Indoor or outdoor. |
| Operating Temperature |
–30°C to +60°C. |
| Operating Humidity |
0%–90% RH, non-condensing. |
| Operating Altitude |
0–1,300m. |
| Casing Material |
PC+GF. |
| Dimensions |
180.1 × 90.1 × 27.0mm. |
| Gross Weight |
0.70kg. |
| Installation |
Turnstile mount, 86-case mount, wall mount or surface mount. |
| Included Mounting Accessory |
Wall-mount bracket. |
Ideal Use Cases
Commercial Office Entrances
Supports fast face, fingerprint and card access for employees, contractors and managed visitors at a controlled doorway.
Factories and Warehouses
Safety-helmet detection, multiple credential methods and audit records suit selected staff entrances where operational policies are established.
Schools and Training Facilities
Can manage staff credentials, visitor QR codes, schedules and remote verification at controlled indoor or sheltered outdoor entries.
Gyms and Member Facilities
Face, fingerprint, card and password access provide several enrolment choices for recurring members and authorised staff.
Medical and Professional Suites
Fast touchless face access can support selected staff doors while fingerprint and card credentials provide alternative authentication.
Turnstiles and Reception Gates
The compact body, PoE, Wi-Fi and listed turnstile-mount option support compatible pedestrian access-control designs.
Choosing the Right Model
- Choose the DHI-ASI6214S-PW if: You need face, fingerprint, card and QR access with Wi-Fi, PoE, a touchscreen and IP65 protection.
- Choose a face-only version if: Fingerprint enrolment is not required and a simpler credential strategy is preferred.
- Choose a larger-screen model if: Video calling, directories or visitor instructions require more display area.
- Add an external reader if: Entry and exit authentication, a different credential technology or a separate secure-side reader is required.
- Consider a central controller if: Multiple doors require coordinated anti-passback, interlocking or centralised failover beyond a standalone terminal.
FAQs
- Which credentials can unlock the Dahua DHI-ASI6214S-PW?
The DHI-ASI6214S-PW supports face, fingerprint, card, password, visitor QR code and remote unlocking, together with supported combination and multi-factor methods. Card support includes IC cards and compatible DESFire EV3 cards. The most suitable credential policy depends on the site’s security level, visitor process and privacy obligations. Administrators should define enrolment, lost-card removal, credential expiry, duress procedures and audit responsibilities before commissioning.
- How many users, faces, fingerprints and cards can it store?
Dahua specifies capacity for 6,000 users, 6,000 face images, 6,000 fingerprints, 6,000 passwords, 10,000 cards, 50 administrators and 300,000 records. These are local device capacities rather than a guarantee that every management platform will use the full database in the same way. Confirm the intended software, user groups, visitor workflow, retention policy and backup process before enrolling a large population.
- How fast and accurate is the face-recognition function?
Dahua publishes a 1:N comparison time of 0.2 seconds per person and a face-recognition accuracy figure of 99.9% under the manufacturer’s stated conditions. The recognition distance is 0.3 to 1.5 metres, with a supported face-height range of 1.1 to 2.0 metres. Real performance depends on enrolment image quality, lighting, camera angle, facial covering, movement and threshold configuration.
- Does the controller support mask and safety-helmet detection?
Yes. Dahua lists face-mask detection and safety-helmet detection among the supported AI functions. These tools can assist with workplace or site-entry policies, but they should not be treated as a certified safety assessment or a replacement for trained supervision. Detection performance depends on viewing angle, head position, illumination, obstruction and configuration. Site procedures should define how alarms or failed checks are reviewed.
- Can it connect through Wi-Fi and PoE?
Yes. The controller supports 2.4GHz IEEE 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi, a 10/100Mbps Ethernet port and standard PoE. It can also be powered from 12V DC at 1.5A, and Dahua lists maximum consumption of 12W. Wi-Fi can simplify selected installations, but wired Ethernet is generally preferable where stable access-control communication, predictable latency and easier network troubleshooting are operational priorities.
- Which door and reader interfaces are provided?
The unit provides one lock-control output, one exit-button input, one door-status input, one alarm input, one alarm output and alarm linkage. It also supports one RS-485 reader and one Wiegand reader, with OSDP protocol support listed by Dahua. Confirm electric-lock voltage and current, fail-safe or fail-secure operation, emergency egress, door contact, reader protocol and any security-module requirements before wiring the system.
- Is the ASI6214S-PW suitable for outdoor installation?
Yes. Dahua rates the controller IP65 for indoor or outdoor operation from –30°C to +60°C at up to 90% non-condensing humidity. Correct mounting, cable-entry sealing, drainage and weather exposure remain important, and IP65 does not mean the unit can be submerged. The included wall bracket or another approved mounting method should be installed on a stable surface at a height suitable for the published recognition range.
- What should I confirm before ordering this face-recognition controller?
Confirm the number of users, required credentials, compatible cards, door hardware, reader expansion, PoE or 12V power, network design and management platform. Review biometric privacy, consent, retention and access policies before collecting faces or fingerprints. Security Wholesalers can assist with matching the controller to compatible locks, exit buttons, door contacts, readers and the wider Dahua access-control architecture.
Compatible Accessories
Included according to the Dahua datasheet:
- Wall-Mount Bracket
- 12V DC Power Adapter
System components selected separately:
- Compatible electric lock or strike
- Exit button and door-status contact
- Compatible RS-485, Wiegand or OSDP reader where required
- Compatible security module where enhanced anti-tamper control is required
Additional Information
Dahua DHI-ASI6214S-PW Datasheet
