Hikvision 7" Facial Recognition Touch Screen, 2MP, Mifare, 5,000 Faces

Model: DS-K1T671M

Who This Is For

For facilities managers and security integrators who need a touchless, high-capacity access point at a main entry, the Hikvision DS-K1T671M is built for exactly that environment. With a 7" touch screen, dual 2MP cameras, built-in Mifare card reader, and facial recognition capacity for up to 5,000 faces, this unit suits hospitals, schools, corporate campuses, and any site where both credential variety and hygiene matter. It connects to an existing access control system via Wiegand output, or operates as a standalone door station with relay-controlled door release. Two-way video and audio through iVMS or a compatible Hikvision indoor room station adds an intercom layer, making it practical for reception-style entries where staff need to both verify identity and communicate with visitors before granting access. IP65 weather rating means it can be installed in covered outdoor entries as well as internal lobbies.

What This Device Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Hospital and Healthcare Facility Managers: Sites where touchless access is a hygiene requirement use the facial recognition function to eliminate card tap or PIN entry at staff-only doors - particularly in clinical zones where gloves are worn and contact with shared surfaces is a concern.
• School and Campus Security Teams: High daily throughput at school gates or building entries is handled by the sub-0.2-second recognition response and 5,000-face capacity, allowing large numbers of students and staff to move through without bottlenecks.
• Corporate Integrators Retrofitting Existing Access Systems: The Wiegand output means this unit drops into an existing access control panel without replacing the back-end infrastructure - integrators can add facial recognition capability to a site that already runs card-based access.
• Facilities Running Mixed Credential Environments: Sites where some users carry Mifare cards and others rely on facial recognition use both methods simultaneously through the built-in Mifare CSN reader and 6,000-card capacity alongside the face database.
• Reception-Controlled Entry Points: Buildings where staff remotely authorise visitor access use the two-way video and audio function via iVMS or an indoor room station, giving reception a visual confirmation before triggering the relay door release.

Honest Assessment

The DS-K1T671M handles the combination of facial recognition, card reading, and video intercom in a single wall-mounted unit with genuine practical depth. The 5,000-face and 6,000-card capacity makes it usable at medium-to-large sites without constant credential management overhead, and the Wiegand output gives integrators a clean path into existing access control infrastructure. The 99%-plus recognition accuracy and sub-0.2-second response hold up well in real daily throughput scenarios. Where this unit has limits: it runs on 12V DC at up to 36W, so PoE is not an option - a dedicated power supply run is required at every install point. It is also not suited to unmanned, fully exposed outdoor locations where sustained rain or direct weather would challenge the IP65 rating over time. For sites needing licence plate recognition or thermal-assisted liveness detection, a different product type would be more appropriate. The DS-K1T671M is available through Security Australia for projects where a high-capacity, touch-free entry terminal with integrated intercom is the brief.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You need a single unit at a controlled entry that handles both facial recognition and Mifare card access for up to 5,000 enrolled users, with a relay output to directly release an electric strike or magnetic lock.
• Good match if: Your site runs Hikvision indoor room stations or iVMS and you need video intercom capability at the same door station as your access control terminal - the two-way video and audio function covers both without additional hardware.
• You may need a different model if: Your entry point has no available 12V DC power and you need a PoE-powered terminal - a different access control terminal type designed for PoE delivery would suit that infrastructure better.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You need a single terminal that combines facial recognition, Mifare card reading, relay door control, and two-way video intercom in one unit - particularly where touchless access and high daily throughput are both required.
• You may need a different model if: Your installation requires PoE-powered terminals throughout - a PoE-compatible access control terminal type would simplify the cabling and power infrastructure significantly at each door point.
• Pairs well with: A Hikvision indoor room station for the video intercom function, a compatible Hikvision or third-party access control panel for multi-door management, and an NVR for recording the RTSP video stream from the door station cameras.

Common Questions

1. Will this work with a third-party access control panel, or does it require Hikvision hardware?

   Yes, it works with third-party panels via Wiegand output. The DS-K1T671M outputs Wiegand 26-bit or 34-bit, which is the standard format supported by the large majority of access control panels on the market. The unit passes a verified credential signal to the panel exactly as a standard card reader would, so your existing door schedules, alarm zones, and access rules remain in the panel without modification.

2. Does this camera support PoE, or is a separate power supply required?

   No, the DS-K1T671M does not support PoE. It requires a dedicated 12V DC, 3A power supply at each installation point. With a maximum draw of 36W, plan a dedicated power run separate from your network cable. This is one of the key installation differences compared to IP cameras, and cabling must account for both a data run and a power run to each unit.

3. How accurate is the facial recognition, and does it work reliably in a high-throughput entry?

   The stated accuracy rate is greater than 99% with a recognition response time under 0.2 seconds. In practice, this means the unit can process faces at a walking approach pace without requiring users to stop and pose. The 0.3 to 3 metre recognition distance gives a reasonable approach window, though consistent lighting at the entry point will have a meaningful effect on real-world accuracy - direct backlighting from windows or bright sun directly behind the user should be avoided during installation planning.

4. Can the video feed from the door station be recorded to an NVR?

   Yes. The DS-K1T671M outputs an RTSP video stream at up to 1080p at 30fps, which can be added to a compatible NVR or VMS as an IP channel. This allows the door station cameras to be recorded alongside the rest of the site's CCTV without requiring a separate recording device dedicated to the entry point. Confirm RTSP compatibility with your specific NVR model before installation.

5. What happens when the face database reaches 5,000 users - can it be expanded?

   No, 5,000 faces is the onboard hardware limit for this model. For sites exceeding this number, credential management must be handled via a connected access control platform such as iVMS-4200, and a different terminal model with higher capacity would be required. If your site is approaching this threshold during planning, factor it into your product selection before deployment rather than after enrolment is underway.

6. Does the two-way video and audio function work with any intercom system, or only Hikvision?

   The two-way video and audio function is confirmed to work with Hikvision iVMS software and Hikvision indoor room stations. Compatibility with third-party intercom or VoIP systems is not confirmed in the available specification data. If your site requires integration with a non-Hikvision intercom platform, this should be verified with a technical resource - the team at Security Australia can assist with compatibility queries before purchase.

7. Is this unit suitable for fully exposed outdoor installation, such as a freestanding gate post?

   It is rated IP65, which blocks dust ingress and handles water jets, but it is not fully weatherproof for prolonged exposure to driving rain or direct sun without additional protection. IP65 is appropriate for covered external entries such as building facades with an overhang, undercover loading dock pedestrian doors, or external lobbies. For a fully exposed freestanding post installation, an additional weatherproof housing or a terminal rated for harsher outdoor conditions would be a more appropriate choice.

Cabling Considerations

• Network Cable: Cat5e or Cat6 for the Ethernet data connection - the unit supports 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive, so Cat6 is recommended for gigabit performance and future-proofing.
• Power Cable: A separate 12V DC power run is required - PoE is not supported. Use appropriately rated cable for the run length to avoid voltage drop at the terminal. The unit draws up to 36W (3A at 12V), so calculate cable gauge accordingly for runs over 10 metres.
• Wiegand Wiring: Standard Wiegand cable (typically shielded multi-core) between the DS-K1T671M and the access control panel. Keep Wiegand runs within the manufacturer-recommended distance for your panel - typically 150 metres maximum for Wiegand signalling, though shorter runs are preferable.
• Relay Output: The single relay output connects to your door lock power supply circuit. Use an appropriate lock power supply separate from the terminal's 12V DC input - do not power the lock directly from the same supply rail as the terminal without verifying combined current draw.
• Wiring Tips: Route power and data cables separately where possible to avoid interference. Label all connections at both ends before wall-mounting the unit - the 7" screen and housing make post-installation access to the terminal's rear connections more difficult than a standard compact reader.

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