Hikvision DS-K1A8503MF-B Fingerprint Time Attendance Terminal

Hikvision DS-K1A8503MF-B fingerprint time attendance terminal offers secure, efficient, and cost-effective biometric time tracking and access control. This value series terminal combines fast optical fingerprint recognition with MIFare card reading. It features a modern black finish and clear LCD display. Additionally, it supports multiple authentication methods and large user capacity. Therefore, it becomes an ideal choice for medium-sized organizations. Moreover, its simple interface and reliable performance make daily operation very straightforward.

Use Cases and Compatibility

Hikvision DS-K1A8503MF-B fingerprint time attendance terminal fits perfectly in various professional environments. For example, medium offices use it to record employee arrival/departure times accurately while controlling access to main doors and restricted areas. Similarly, factories and production facilities deploy it for shift-based attendance tracking and secure zone entry management.

Furthermore, schools and training centers apply it to record staff and lecturer attendance while restricting access to administrative offices and computer labs. In addition, retail chains with multiple branches use it to monitor staff working hours and control back-office access. Meanwhile, small to medium clinics and hospitals benefit from it to track nursing and administrative staff attendance and secure medicine storage areas. Consequently, it serves organizations that need affordable yet dependable biometric time attendance combined with basic access control.

The terminal supports three main authentication methods: fingerprint, Mifare card, and password. It uses high-quality optical fingerprint technology for fast and accurate recognition. The built-in Mifare card reader handles standard 13.56 MHz contactless cards. Communication is available through TCP/IP and USB interfaces. Therefore, it connects easily to local networks and allows data download via USB flash drive.

The device provides relay output for direct electric lock control. It also supports exit button, door sensor, and alarm input/output connections. Multiple attendance modes including check-in, check-out, break-in, and break-out are available. For centralized management, the terminal works perfectly with Hikvision Time Attendance software and third-party payroll systems that support standard data export formats. Pair the terminal with professional displays from our monitors category. Discover complete time attendance and access control solutions at Novatech Technologies.

Technical Specifications

Display and Interface

• Display: 2.4-inch LCD screen
• Resolution: 320 × 240
• Operation Interface: Physical buttons + touch keypad
• Audio: Built-in speaker and buzzer

Capacity

• Fingerprint Capacity: 3,000 templates
• Card Capacity: 3,000 cards
• Event Capacity: 100,000 records

Recognition Performance

• Fingerprint Recognition Technology: Optical
• Recognition Speed: ≤ 1.5 seconds
• Card Reading Technology: Built-in Mifare 13.56 MHz
• Card Reading Distance: 1–3 cm

Communication

• Network Interface: 10/100 Mbps self-adaptive Ethernet (TCP/IP)
• Communication Protocol: TCP/IP, USB flash drive data download
• Communication Encryption: Supported

Interfaces

• Lock Control Output: 1 (relay)
• Exit Button Input: 1
• Door Contact Input: 1
• Alarm Input/Output: 1/1
• USB Interface: 1 (for data download)

General

• Power Supply: 12 VDC
• Power Consumption: ≤ 6 W
• Operating Temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C
• Operating Humidity: 10 % to 90 % (non-condensing)
• Dimensions (W × H × D): Approx. 181 mm × 81 mm × 37 mm
• Weight: Approx. 0.45 kg
• Installation: Wall mounting or desktop placement

For information about biometric identification standards, refer to ISO/IEC 19794-2 fingerprint data format standard. View detailed product information on Hikvision’s official Value Series fingerprint terminals page.

Why Trust Novatech

Novatech Technologies supplies genuine Hikvision access control and time attendance products in Kenya with full manufacturer warranties. Our team provides expert guidance on device selection, installation, software configuration, and system integration. We offer prompt local support, troubleshooting assistance, and firmware update services. Customers receive authentic equipment and reliable after-sales care. Explore compatible computing solutions in our laptops category.