Hikvision DS-PK1-LRT-HWB LCD Keypad with Card Reader to suit Hardwired Alarm Controller

Model: DS-PK1-LRT-HWB

Who This Is For

For installers and property owners who need a hardwired alarm keypad that combines PIN code entry with RFID card access in a single compact unit. The Hikvision DS-PK1-LRT-HWB is a hardwired LCD keypad designed to work with compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controllers, giving sites two methods to arm and disarm - either via a 4-digit code or by presenting an RFID tag. The built-in LCD display shows live system status, and the 8 dedicated function keys - including Away Arm, Stay Arm, Disarm, and Query - keep daily operation straightforward for all users. With support for up to 100 individual access codes, this unit suits offices, small commercial premises, and residential installations where several authorised users each need their own credentials without sharing a single PIN.

What This Keypad Actually Does

Who Buys This Model

• Alarm system installers: Specifying a hardwired keypad to pair with a compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controller, where the client wants both PIN and RFID credential options at the entry point.
• Small business owners: Managing several staff with individual access codes, where the 100-user capacity means each person holds a unique PIN and RFID tag without credential sharing.
• Residential property owners: Running a hardwired Hikvision alarm and wanting Stay Arm and Away Arm as direct one-press functions for partial and full arming at the entry door.
• Office managers: Replacing or adding a second keypad at a secondary entry point where RFID tag swipe is faster than PIN entry during peak arrival and departure times.

Honest Assessment

The DS-PK1-LRT-HWB does two things well: it puts both RFID tag reading and PIN code entry into a single compact hardwired unit, and the 8 dedicated function keys keep daily arming and disarming fast without menu navigation. The LCD display and onboard buzzer give users immediate feedback, and the tamper switch adds a basic physical security layer to the device itself. The 2 onboard alarm inputs also reduce cabling complexity for sensors installed near the entry point. What this unit will not do is operate as a standalone access controller - it requires a compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controller and is not a substitute for a dedicated door access control system with electric lock output. It is also hardwired only; sites needing wireless keypad placement away from cable runs should consider a wireless keypad variant instead. The DS-PK1-LRT-HWB is available through Security Australia as part of the broader Hikvision hardwired alarm range.

Before You Buy

Quick Fit Check

• Good match if: You are installing or expanding a compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm system and need a keypad that supports both PIN and RFID tag arming at the entry point from a single device.
• Good match if: Your site has multiple users who each need their own credential - the 100-user code capacity allows individual PIN assignment without grouping users under a shared code.
• You may need a different model if: Your site requires wireless keypad placement where cabling is not possible - a wireless keypad variant would be more appropriate, and Security Australia stocks Hikvision wireless alarm peripherals worth comparing before committing to hardwired installation.

Key Features & Technical Specifications

Real-World Scenarios

How It Compares

• Choose this if: You are building or expanding a hardwired Hikvision alarm system and need a keypad that combines PIN and RFID access in one unit with dedicated arm/disarm function keys and an LCD status display.
• You may need a different model if: Cable routing to the intended keypad position is not feasible - a wireless keypad designed for Hikvision hardwired alarm systems would suit locations where running a dedicated cable is impractical.
• Pairs well with: A compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controller, door/window contact sensors wired into the onboard inputs, and RFID tags for each user requiring card-based arm/disarm.

Common Questions

1. Will this keypad work with any Hikvision alarm controller, or only specific models?

   It is designed for compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controllers specifically - not all Hikvision alarm products. The keypad connects via a TTL serial port, so your controller must support this interface and this keypad model. Check your controller's compatible peripheral list before ordering, as Hikvision's hardwired and wireless alarm ranges use different connection architectures and keypads are not interchangeable across them.

2. Does this keypad support RFID card access, or only key fob tags?

   It uses a built-in RFID tag reader, which typically reads compatible RFID credentials including both cards and key fobs operating on the supported frequency. The spec confirms the HWB variant operates at 433 MHz. Confirm the RFID credential format and frequency compatibility with your specific tags before purchase, as not all RFID cards and fobs share the same protocol.

3. How many users can be stored on this keypad?

   Up to 100 individual access codes are supported. Each user can hold a unique PIN, making it straightforward to add or remove individuals without changing codes shared across multiple people. For sites with more than 100 users, user management would need to be handled at the controller level rather than the keypad itself.

4. Does the DS-PK1-LRT-HWB need its own power supply, or does it draw power from the alarm controller?

   It runs on DC 12V drawn from the alarm controller's power bus - no separate power supply is required at the keypad. Quiescent draw is approximately 0.984 W, rising to a maximum of 1.32 W. If you are wiring multiple keypads from one controller, calculate the total current load against the controller's rated output to ensure the bus can supply all peripherals simultaneously without voltage drop over long cable runs.

5. What does the tamper switch actually protect against?

   The back-cover tamper switch detects if the keypad housing is physically removed from the wall mounting. When triggered, it sends a tamper signal to the alarm controller. This means an attempt to pull the keypad off the wall - for example, to cut the wiring behind it - generates an alert before the installation is compromised. It does not protect against frontal attacks on the keypad face itself.

6. Can I wire sensors directly to this keypad rather than running cables back to the main controller?

   Yes. The DS-PK1-LRT-HWB includes 2 onboard alarm inputs and 1 alarm output. Sensors such as door contacts or PIRs located near the keypad can terminate at these inputs directly, shortening cable runs. The alarm output can drive a local device such as a siren or indicator. This is particularly useful at a secondary entry point where running all sensor cables to the main panel would be impractical. The DS-PK1-LRT-HWB is stocked by Security Australia alongside compatible Hikvision alarm controllers and accessories.

7. Will this keypad work as a standalone access controller to lock and unlock a door?

   No. The DS-PK1-LRT-HWB is an alarm system keypad, not a standalone door access controller. It arms and disarms zones on a compatible Hikvision hardwired alarm controller and does not have a dedicated door lock relay output for controlling electric strikes or magnetic locks independently. If your primary requirement is controlling door hardware rather than managing alarm zones, a dedicated access control reader or controller would be the appropriate product type.

Cabling Considerations

• Cable Type: Multi-core alarm cable (typically 4-core to 8-core) to carry power, data, and any additional alarm input/output wiring in a single run.
• Connection Interface: TTL serial port to the alarm controller - confirm your controller's wiring diagram for pin assignments before terminating the cable at either end.
• Power Notes: DC 12V sourced from the alarm controller bus. Calculate the total current draw across all connected keypads and peripherals against the controller's rated bus output, particularly on runs exceeding 20 metres where voltage drop may affect operation.
• Wiring Tips: Route cabling behind the wall where possible and enter through the rear or base of the keypad backplate. Avoid running alarm cable in the same conduit as 240V mains cabling to prevent interference. Leave enough cable slack behind the backplate to allow for removal during service without straining the terminations.

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