ViRDI AC-5000 IK PLUS Outdoor Fingerprint Recognition Terminal
The ViRDI AC-5000 IK Fingerprint Terminal is a rugged IP65 rated fingerprint terminal that can be used in any environment and is powered by POE connection. The terminal also supports multi-frequency card reading and reading of card and biometric credentials.
- Features POE connectivity and all-weather usability
- The AC-5000PLUS IK supports 20,000 users per terminal
- Supports reading of either 125KHz or 13.56MHz credentials
Tags: Fingerprint Sensors
The terminal is a ruggedized, vandal proof housing that is protected against the elements and is covered with an IP rated ingress protection enclosure.
The ViRDI AC-5000 IK can support 20,000 users per terminal. Like all of the other VirDI terminals it includes its patented finger print scanning algorithms and multi-frequency card reading capability. It can also tell the difference between a real live finger and a fake finger (made of gelatin, rubber, silicone, paper etc). The terminal also supports POE for time and attendance function. The terminal can also read 125KHz and 13.56MHz credentials as well as Smart Card, Felica, Mifare, DESFire and HID Prox/iClass cards such as credit card size cards and other types of cards.
Time and attendance functions can also be supported via POE connection on this Virdi fingerprint recognition terminal. The ViRDI AC-5000 IK fingerprint recognition terminal supports reading of either 125KHz or 13.56MHz credentials and Smart Card, Felica, Mifare, DESFire and HID Prox/iClass cards. The ViRDI AC-5000 IK terminal is an IP65 rated IK grade Virdi fingerprint recognition terminal which supports 20000 Users, 40,000 (1:1) fingerprints and 64,000 logs.
| Specification | Details |
| CPU | ARM, 533MHz CPU |
| Memory | 128MB RAM + 32MB Flash Memory |
| LCD | 2.8″ Color LCD |
| Max Users | 20,000 |
| Power Consumption | 12V, Max 350mA (4.2W) |
| Log Capacity | 64,000 |
| Communication | TCP/IP, Wiegand In/Out, RS485, RS232 |
| Certificates | KC, CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Dimensions | 88 × 175 × 43.5 mm |
| RFID Card Option | 125KHz EM, 13.56MHz Smart Card, Felica, DESFire, HID Prox, HID iClass, SAM Slot |
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IK09 Vandal-proof Structure
- IK09 Vandal-proof Structure
- Equipped with a vandal-resistant housing,
able to withstand a high level of impact.
IP65 Dust & Waterproof
- Ingress protected enclosure,
keeping out dust moisture ensures faultless operation
even under unfavorable conditions. - Perfect for outdoor applications
Live Finger Detection Technology
The Live Finger Detection Technology in ViRDI AC-5000 IK detects fake fingerprint made from a variety of materials including gelatin, rubber, silicone, glue and paper film etc.
Support Multi Card Technology
AC-5000PLUS IK features various multi-smart card support
All four models share the same fingerprint terminal hardware — same IP65/IK09 rating, same 20,000 user capacity, same 2.8″ LCD, same TCP/IP comms. What changes between them is card reader type and power method.
ViRDI AC-5000 IK RF vs ViRDI AC-5000 IK SC — Card Reader Technology
ViRDI AC-5000 IK RF (Radio Frequency)
Reads 125KHz EM cards — the older, lower-security proximity card standard. These are the common “swipe-near” keyfobs and cards widely used across UAE access control installations. RF models support 125KHz EM card authentication (or optionally Mifare 13.56MHz card). This is the more budget-friendly, widely compatible option.
ViRDI AC-5000 IK SC (Smart Card)
Reads 13.56MHz smart cards — the higher-security standard covering Mifare, DESFire, Felica, and HID iClass. SC models are high-end biometric terminals complete with either a 125KHz or 13.56MHz card reader, utilized in environmentally harsh areas where secure access control is required in conjunction with multiple authentication methods. SC is the right choice when customers need encrypted card credentials or are already running a Mifare/DESFire card infrastructure.
Standard IK vs ViRDI AC5000 IK09-POE — Power Method
The standard AC5000PIKRF and AC5000PIKSC models feature IP65/IK09 protection but NO POE — they require a separate 12V power supply.
The IK09-POE variants (VIRDI AC5000 RF IK09-POE and VIRDI AC5000 SC IK09-POE) add Power over Ethernet, meaning a single Cat5e/Cat6 cable handles both data and power. No separate power cable or PSU needed at the door.
ViRDI AC-5000 IK can be used in various applications
IK09 Fingerprint Access Control is also very suitable for usage in various applications and environments, like
- construction sites
- a warehouse
- a prison
- another outside location.
What are the main benefits of a fingerprint terminal over RFID cards?
| Feature | RFID Key Cards / Fobs | Fingerprint Terminals |
| Security Risk | High (Can be lost, stolen, or shared) | Extremely Low (Tied to unique biology) |
| Buddy Punching | Easy (Employees can clock in for friends) | Impossible (Requires the person’s physical finger) |
| Ongoing Costs | Continuous (Replacing lost or broken cards) | Zero (Biometric data cannot be lost or broken) |
| Convenience | Low (Users frequently forget cards at home) | High (Your finger is always with you) |
What is a fingerprint recognition terminal?
A fingerprint recognition terminal is a type of biometric hardware. By means of such terminals physical security and the registration of working hours of employees can be managed automatically. Their working hours are then processed automatically in the remuneration to be paid out by means of a payroll software. Fingerprint recognition terminals recognize the individual finger prints of human fingers by means of optical or capacitive sensors. They open or lock electronic door locks and log the clock-in/ out times of users in exact detail.
How does a biometric fingerprint terminal work?
In biometric systems, there are two processes used to identify a person. The first process is the Enrollment process. In the Enrollment process, a finger is placed on the optical or capacitive sensor of the terminal. The terminal then maps the ridges on the finger, recording the ridge crossings and the endpoints of the ridges. The information from the finger on the terminal is then converted into an encrypted mathematical string and stored on the terminal. The second process is the Verification process. In the Verification process, a finger is placed on the same type of sensor and the terminal compares the live scan to the information that was previously stored on the terminal in the form of a mathematical string. In most systems, the actual fingerprint images are NOT stored on the terminal.
Can a fingerprint recognition terminal be tricked by fake fingers?
Optical scanners are the most common form of fingerprint readers. These scanners can be easily fooled by fake fingers such as rubber or even paper. If you require high-security and there is a large chance that someone will try to bypass the system by using a fake finger then look at the VirDI AC-5000 PLUS IK Outdoor Fingerprint Recognition Terminal.
This terminal has patented live and fake finger detection. It uses a special optical sensor in conjunction with its sophisticated software to detect fake prints made of:
– Gelatin
– Silicone
– Rubber Paper or film
Can these terminals be installed outside in harsh weather?
The majority of fingerprint recognition terminals are designed for use within premises and can be damaged by exposure to dust, rain and extreme temperatures. Only a weather resistant model that can be installed outside in doorways, construction sites and warehouses can counter such problems.
This terminal is designed for outdoor use like in a warehouse, on a construction site or in a heavily used hall. The Terminal is equipped with an IP65 approved weather-resistant housing that is protected against dust and rain, even heavy rain and strong dust storms. In addition, the electronics are completely sealed within the Terminal to guarantee long-lasting operation.
What happens if a biometric terminal is vandalized or hit?
Every terminal is installed in public areas, where there is a risk of it being hit by something. Moreover, there is also a risk of the terminal being vandalized. As a rule, standard terminals made of plastic are easily damaged if hit, and can break or crack. The outer housing of the ViRDI AC-5000 IK Terminal has been tested for impact and is IK09 approved, i.e. it is resistant to vandalism.
How do fingerprint recognition terminals connect to network software?
The terminal is connected with the electronic door lock(s) and/or other peripherals (e.g. PC, printer) via the local network (e.g. via TCP/IP). Ethernet connection or Wi-Fi is used for communication on the network. The terminal can be supplied with Power over Ethernet (PoE) as well. Then only one cable (e.g. Cat5e or Cat6) is needed for network data supply and for electrical power supply. This cable can be inserted into any free outlet in the room. No special outlet next to the door is required.
How many user profiles can a fingerprint terminal hold?
The Number of user profiles / logins that a Fingerprint Recognition Terminal can hold: The amount of user enrollments that a Fingerprint Recognition Terminal can hold can vary greatly from a small number of a few hundred user logins to that of an Enterprise biometric system that can hold the enrollments of thousands of employees. The ViRDI AC-5000 IK Fingerprint Recognition Terminal holds the enrollment information of up to 20,000 card users and 15,000 fingerprint users. The actual hardware of the terminal itself can hold a total of up to 64,000 log entries.
What happens if an employee cuts or injures their scanning finger?
A finger that is in some way blistered, cut or dirty could cause problems with reading by an optical scanner in false lockout situations. In these situations it is advisable to program in two fingers per user (i.e. both of that user’s index fingers) for example and then the user can scan in one of those fingers for example their index finger left and if that finger is in some way affected and cannot be read by the optical scanner then the system will prompt for the other finger (i.e. the index finger right) or the user’s alternative finger which has been pre-programmed by the system administrator for that user in the first place.
In addition some terminals are also able to read a user’s alternative card (i.e. an RFID card) which has been pre-programmed by the system administrator in the first place using a PIN number and a finger print reading from another of the user’s fingers.