Introducing the AD64, Verkada’s First Keypad Door Reader with Our Fourth-Generation Technology

Verkada first started building access control reader technology over five years ago. Ever since our first-generation AD31 reader launched in 2020, we have been innovating and refining our technology to make entry experiences as secure and convenient as possible. We are thrilled to announce a huge milestone on this journey: our newest door reader, the AD64.

Like our recently announced fourth-generation AD34 reader, the fourth-generation AD64 offers improved credential scan performance, Bluetooth Intent Unlock, and a premium industrial design. Additionally, this is our first reader that includes a keypad, offering organizations the option to use PIN codes as an additional form of access credential or as two-factor authentication for added security.

Use keycodes as primary or secondary access credentials

For organizations that frequently need to grant access to users such as delivery drivers or contractors, providing a keycode to enter a building can be a simple and convenient alternative to cards or mobile credentials. The AD64 now makes this possible by supporting 6- to 14-digit codes as a standalone access method.

Alternatively, organizations may wish to utilize the AD64’s keypad as a secondary credential, requiring that users enter a keycode in addition to a badge scan before they can open a door. This multi-factor authentication helps increase security, especially for organizations that rely on physical credentials that can get lost or stolen.

Wide-ranging credential support and improved scan range

Like our AD34 reader, the AD64 supports both low-frequency proximity cards and high-frequency credentials, including ultra-secure, encrypted NFC credentials like Verkada DESFire EV3 cards and fobs, as well as employee badges in Apple Wallet or mobile NFC on Android devices.

With improved scan performance across the board, both the AD34 and AD64 can read low-frequency and high-frequency credentials at up to 30% greater distance than our previous generation of door readers, and have a significantly larger scanning sweet spot.

Secure and convenient Bluetooth Intent Unlock

The AD64 offers organizations the ability to use Intent Unlock, a powerful experience first launched on the AD34 that helps organizations prevent unintentional unlocks by requiring both proximity-based Bluetooth authentication as well as a precise unlock intent gesture in front of the reader – such as a hand wave – in order to unlock the door.

Easy to install and manage 

The AD64 has a sleek, modern design and is IP65- and IK08-rated, making it suitable for outdoor deployments and harsh environments.

Once the reader is installed, users have the ability to see reader connection quality in Verkada Command. This feature helps installers and customers ensure they have a high quality wiring connection, quickly surface issues like wire tampering or degraded wire quality, and generally make it easier to troubleshoot and fix problems.

Availability

The AD64 will be available to ship October 7th with an MSRP of $599. For more information, please see the product datasheet.

To get a personalized demo or free trial, contact your Verkada sales representative or email [email protected].