Hikvision DS-K1T344MBWX-E1 | 4.5″ Face Recognition Access Terminal – IP65, PoE, 3000-User Capacity

The Hikvision DS-K1T344MBWX-E1 Face Recognition Terminal is a robust, high-capacity entry control device ideal for enterprise access, financial institutions, healthcare facilities, and more. Powered by a deep‑learning algorithm, it delivers lightning-fast recognition—under 0.2 seconds per user—with over 99 percent accuracy.

Technical Highlights

• Touchscreen Interface: 4.5″ 480×854 resolution provides intuitive, user-friendly navigation.

• High-Precision Dual-Lens Camera: Dual 2 MP sensors for accurate facial capture; effective range 0.3–1.5 m.

• Multi-Modal Authentication: Face, built-in M1 card (13.56 MHz), PIN, QR code, and Bluetooth (via HikCentral).

• User & Event Storage: 3,000 users, 3,000 cards, 3,000 faces, up to 150,000 event logs.

• Connectivity & Power: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet (PoE IEEE802.3af/at), Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, RS‑485, Wiegand, USB, alarm I/O, door relay.

• Durability: IP65-rated housing protects against dust and water jets, making it suitable for harsh indoor and outdoor environments.

• Audio & Interface Features: Two-way audio support, physical call button, mobile web and PC client configuration.

Use Cases

• Corporate Facilities: Secure employee access in offices and campus buildings with fast, hands‑free authentication.

• Financial Institutions: Advanced identity assurance in banks and secure zones.

• Industrial and Healthcare: IP65 rating allows deployment at outdoor gates, exposed corridors, emergency rooms, and cleanroom environments.

• Mixed Authentication Environments: Combine face, card, PIN, and QR code for layered security levels.

⚠️ Limitations

• Scalability: Best for medium deployments up to 3,000 users; larger sites may require higher-tier systems.

• Light Conditions: Requires consistent lighting for optimal performance; direct sunlight glare can affect recognition outdoors.

• Infrastructure Needs: Requires reliable PoE switch, network stability, and compatible Hikvision software (iVMS-4200, Hik-Connect, or HikCentral).

• Firmware Maintenance: Accuracy and security are best when firmware is kept up to date.

Comment on IP Rating

The DS-K1T344MBWX-E1 is IP65-rated, meaning it is completely dust-tight and protected against water jets from any direction. This makes it well-suited to both indoor and outdoor environments exposed to dust, rain, or cleaning sprays. However, it is not fully waterproof or submersible, so it should be installed under a cover or in areas where it won’t be directly exposed to heavy rain or water pooling for prolonged periods.