Hikvision DS-K1201EF Fingerprint Reader, EM 125 kHz Card, RS-485, IP65

Optical fingerprint module
5,000 fingerprints storage
RS-485 interface
Fingerprint comparison time less than 1 second
Build-in EM/Mifare card reading module

Fingerprint Card Reader Weatherproof Access Controller

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Delivery within 2–5 business days across Saudi Arabia
Warranty according to the manufacturer
Tax invoice with every order
Technical support before and after purchase

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Documents

Hikvision_DS-K1201EF_Datasheet.pdf

Overview of Hikvision DS-K1201EF

The Hikvision DS-K1201EF is a fingerprint reader with built-in EM (125 kHz) card reading, used to add fingerprint and card authentication to access controllers. It features an optical fingerprint module, stores up to 5,000 fingerprints, supports 1:1 and 1:N comparison with matching in about one second, and offers FRR of 0.01% or less and FAR of 0.001% or less. RS-485 communication, a tamper alarm, buzzer prompt and IP65 rated surface-mount housing make it a dependable choice for offices, factories, warehouses and staff entrances in Saudi Arabia that use EM proximity cards.

Technical Specifications – Hikvision DS-K1201EF

general

FRR (False Rejection Rate)	≤ 0.01%
Transmission Rate	19200bps-N-8-1
Power Supply	12 VDC ± 10%
Working Temperature	-40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Working Humidity	10% to 90% (No Condensing)
LED Indicator	Power/Communication
FP Module	Optional Fingerprint Module
FP Capacity	5000
Reading Mode	Build-in EM/Mifare/Reading Module
Communication Mode	RS-485
FAR (False Acceptance Rate)	≤ 0.001%
Comparison Mode	1:1/1:N
Comparison Time	1:1 ≤ 1s; 1:3000 ≤ 1.5s
Prompt	Buzzer
Alarm	Tamper Alarm × 1
Induction Distance	30mm to 100mm
Dimension	62mm × 132mm × 44mm (2.44” × 5.20” × 1.73”)
Water-Proof Level	IP65
Mounting Method	Surface Mounting

system parameters

Processor	32 Bit High-performance Processor

Source: Hikvision official website. Specifications are subject to change by the manufacturer.

PRACTICAL ANSWERS

Access and attendance questions

Are attendance recording and door access the same requirement?

Describe them separately: recording attendance events and authorizing passage through a door can involve different devices and workflows. Confirm which functions are included in the proposed model and software, and how each will be tested.

What details are needed to select a door access system?

Provide the door types, number of users, access schedules and identification methods you need. Ask a qualified installer to check compatible locking and exit arrangements for the site, including the required emergency behavior.

Can attendance data be linked to another business system?

Check whether the exact device and software provide a supported export or integration interface. Define employee identifiers, event formats and the synchronization schedule, then test a sample before agreeing that an integration is complete.

How should user permissions be managed?

Define who can add users, change schedules, review records and administer the system. Use separate authorized accounts and document the process for employee changes and access removal rather than relying on a shared administrator account.

What happens when power or the network is interrupted?

The behavior depends on the devices, locking arrangement and configuration. Ask for the documented behavior of the proposed setup and an agreed interruption test, including record recovery and any backup-power requirement.

What should I review before collecting attendance or access records?

Define the purpose, authorized users and appropriate retention process for your organization. Review the applicable requirements with your responsible team, and do not assume that a device’s available features authorize every possible use.