ZKTeco SpeedFace-V5L User manual

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SpeedFace-V5L Series
Date: June 2022
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About the Company
ZKTeco is one of the world’s largest manufacturer of RFID and Biometric (Fingerprint, Facial, Finger-vein)
readers. Product offerings include Access Control readers and panels, Near & Far-range Facial Recognition
Cameras, Elevator/floor access controllers, Turnstiles, License Plate Recognition (LPR) gate controllers and
Consumer products including battery-operated fingerprint and face-reader Door Locks. Our security
solutions are multi-lingual and localized in over 18 different languages. At the ZKTeco state-of-the-art
700,000 square foot ISO9001-certified manufacturing facility, we control manufacturing, product design,
component assembly, and logistics/shipping, all under one roof.
The founders of ZKTeco have been determined for independent research and development of biometric
verification procedures and the productization of biometric verification SDK, which was initially widely
applied in PC security and identity authentication fields. With the continuous enhancement of the
development and plenty of market applications, the team has gradually constructed an identity
authentication ecosystem and smart security ecosystem, which are based on biometric verification
techniques. With years of experience in the industrialization of biometric verifications, ZKTeco was
officially established in 2007 and now has been one of the globally leading enterprises in the biometric
verification industry owning various patents and being selected as the National High-tech Enterprise for 6
consecutive years. Its products are protected by intellectual property rights.
About the Manual
This manual introduces the operations of SpeedFace-V5L/ SpeedFace-V5L[TD]/ SpeedFace-V5L[TI].
All figures displayed are for illustration purposes only. Figures in this manual may not be exactly consistent
with the actual products.
Features and parameters with ★are not available in all devices.

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Document Conventions
Conventions used in this manual are listed below:
GUI Conventions
For Software
Convention Description
Bold font Used to identify software interface names e.g., OK, Confirm, Cancel.
>Multi-level menus are separated by these brackets. For example, File > Create >
Folder.
For Device
Convention Description
< > Button or key names for devices. For example, press <OK>.
[ ]
Window names, menu items, data table, and field names are inside square
brackets. For example, pop up the [New User] window.
/Multi-
level menus are separated by forwarding slashes. For example,
[File/Create/Folder].
Symbols
Convention Description
This represents a note that needs to pay more attention to.
The general information which helps in performing the operations faster.
The information which is significant.
Care taken to avoid danger or mistakes.
The statement or event that warns of something or that serves as a cautionary
example.

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Table of Contents
DATA SECURITY STATEMENT ..................................................................................................................... 8
SAFETY MEASURES ..................................................................................................................................... 8
1OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................................... 11
2INSTRUCTION FOR USE ..................................................................................................................... 11
FINGER POSITIONING ............................................................................................................................................................................11
STANDING POSITION, FACIAL EXPRESSION AND STANDING POSTURE ............................................................................12
FACE REGISTRATION..............................................................................................................................................................................13
STANDBY INTERFACE.............................................................................................................................................................................14
VIRTUAL KEYBOARD...............................................................................................................................................................................16
VERIFICATION MODE .............................................................................................................................................................................17
2.6.1 FINGERPRINT VERIFICATION..................................................................................................................................................................... 17
2.6.2 CARD VERIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
2.6.3 FACIAL VERIFICATION ................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
2.6.4 PASSWORD VERIFICATION........................................................................................................................................................................ 27
2.6.5 COMBINED VERIFICATION......................................................................................................................................................................... 29
3MAIN MENU ....................................................................................................................................... 31
4USER MANAGEMENT......................................................................................................................... 33
USER REGISTRATION..............................................................................................................................................................................33
4.1.1 REGISTER A USER ID AND NAME............................................................................................................................................................. 33
4.1.2 SETTING THE USER ROLE ........................................................................................................................................................................... 34
4.1.3 REGISTER FINGERPRINT.............................................................................................................................................................................. 35
4.1.4 REGISTER FACE ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
4.1.5 REGISTER CARD NUMBER.......................................................................................................................................................................... 37
4.1.6 REGISTER PASSWORD................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
4.1.7 REGISTER USER PHOTO.............................................................................................................................................................................. 39
4.1.8 ACCESS CONTROL ROLE ............................................................................................................................................................................ 39
SEARCH USER............................................................................................................................................................................................40
EDIT USER...................................................................................................................................................................................................41
DELETING USER........................................................................................................................................................................................41
DISPLAY STYLE.........................................................................................................................................................................................42
5USER ROLE ......................................................................................................................................... 43
6COMMUNICATION SETTINGS............................................................................................................ 45
NETWORK SETTINGS ..............................................................................................................................................................................45
SERIAL COMM★......................................................................................................................................................................................46
PC CONNECTION .....................................................................................................................................................................................47
WIRELESS NETWORK..............................................................................................................................................................................48
CLOUD SERVER SETTING ......................................................................................................................................................................50
WIEGAND SETUP .....................................................................................................................................................................................51
6.6.1 WIEGAND INPUT .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
6.6.2 WIEGAND OUTPUT...................................................................................................................................................................................... 53

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NETWORK DIAGNOSIS...........................................................................................................................................................................54
7SYSTEM SETTINGS............................................................................................................................. 55
DATE AND TIME .......................................................................................................................................................................................55
ACCESS LOGS SETTING .........................................................................................................................................................................57
FACE PARAMETERS.................................................................................................................................................................................58
FINGERPRINT PARAMETERS ................................................................................................................................................................60
VIDEO INTERCOM PARAMETERS .......................................................................................................................................................61
SECURITY SETTINGS ...............................................................................................................................................................................62
FACTORY RESET .......................................................................................................................................................................................63
DETECTION MANAGEMENT★............................................................................................................................................................64
8PERSONALIZE SETTINGS................................................................................................................... 67
INTERFACE SETTINGS.............................................................................................................................................................................67
VOICE SETTINGS.......................................................................................................................................................................................68
BELL SCHEDULES.....................................................................................................................................................................................69
PUNCH STATES OPTIONS.....................................................................................................................................................................70
SHORTCUT KEYS MAPPINGS...............................................................................................................................................................71
9DATA MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................................ 72
DELETE DATA............................................................................................................................................................................................72
10 ACCESS CONTROL.......................................................................................................................... 74
ACCESS CONTROL OPTIONS...............................................................................................................................................................75
TIME SCHEDULE.......................................................................................................................................................................................76
HOLIDAYS ..................................................................................................................................................................................................78
COMBINED VERIFICATION ...................................................................................................................................................................79
ANTI-PASSBACK SETUP.........................................................................................................................................................................80
DURESS OPTIONS SETTINGS...............................................................................................................................................................81
11 ATTENDANCE SEARCH .................................................................................................................. 82
12 AUTOTEST ...................................................................................................................................... 84
13 SYSTEM INFORMATION................................................................................................................. 85
14 LAN VIDEO INTERCOM FUNCTION SETTINGS★.......................................................................... 86
INSTALLING ZKBIO VMS PLUGIN IN THE ZKBIOSECURITY SOFTWARE ...............................................................................86
CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS........................................................................................................................................................87
VIDEO PREVIEW ON THE ZKBIOSECURITY SOFTWARE..............................................................................................................90
MAKE A CALL ON THE DEVICE............................................................................................................................................................91
15 CONNECT TO ZKBIOACCESS MTD SOFTWARE★......................................................................... 93
SET THE COMMUNICATION ADDRESS ............................................................................................................................................93
ADD DEVICE ON THE SOFTWARE......................................................................................................................................................94
ADD PERSONNEL ON THE SOFTWARE............................................................................................................................................95
REAL-TIME MONITORING ON THE ZKBIOACCESS MTD SOFTWARE ....................................................................................95
16 CONNECTING TO ZKBIO TALK SOFTWARE★............................................................................... 97
17 CONNECTING TO ZSMART APP★...............................................................................................100

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ADDING DEVICE ON THE ZSMART APP........................................................................................................................................100
VIDEO PHONE CONNECTION...........................................................................................................................................................102
18 CONNECTING TO SIP★................................................................................................................103
LOCAL AREA NETWORK USE............................................................................................................................................................104
SIP SERVER ..............................................................................................................................................................................................110
19 CONNECTING TO BLUETOOTH LOCK★...................................................................................... 112
BIND DEVICE...........................................................................................................................................................................................112
CHANGE PASSWORD ..........................................................................................................................................................................114
DELETE PASSWORD.............................................................................................................................................................................116
UNBIND DEVICE ....................................................................................................................................................................................116
UNLOCK ...................................................................................................................................................................................................118
APPENDIX 1 .............................................................................................................................................119
REQUIREMENTS OF LIVE COLLECTION AND REGISTRATION OF VISIBLE LIGHT FACE IMAGES ..........................................119
REQUIREMENTS FOR VISIBLE LIGHT DIGITAL FACE IMAGE DATA.................................................................................................120
APPENDIX 2 .............................................................................................................................................121
PRIVACY POLICY ...............................................................................................................................................................................................121
ECO-FRIENDLY OPERATION .........................................................................................................................................................................124

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Data Security Statement
ZKTeco, as a smart product supplier, may also need to know and collect some of your personal information
in order to better assist you in using ZKTeco's goods and services, and will treat your privacy carefully by
developing a Privacy Policy.
Please read and understand completely all the privacy protection policy regulations and key points that
appear on the device before using ZKTeco products.
As a product user, you must comply with applicable laws and regulations related to personal data
protection when collecting, storing, and using personal data, including but not limited to taking protective
measures for personal data, such as performing reasonable rights management for devices, strengthening
the physical security of device application scenarios, and so on.
Safety Measures
The below instructions intend to ensure that the user can use the product correctly to avoid danger or
property loss. The following precautions are to keep users safe and prevent any damage. Please read
carefully before installation.
Noncompliance with instructions could lead to product damage or physical injury (may even cause
death).
1. Read, follow, and retain instructions - All safety and operational instructions must be properly
read and followed before bringing the device into service.
2. Do not ignore warnings - Adhere to all warnings on the unit and in the operating instructions.
3. Accessories - Use only manufacturer-recommended or product-sold accessories. Please do not use
any other components other than manufacturer suggested materials.
4. Precautions for the installation – Do not place this device on an unstable stand or frame. It may
fall and cause serious injury to persons and damage to the device.
5. Service - Do not try to service this unit yourself. Opening or removing covers may expose you to
hazardous voltages or other hazards.
6. Damage requiring service - Disconnect the system from the Mains AC or DC power source and
refer service personnel under the following conditions:
When cord or connection control is affected.
When the liquid spilled, or an item dropped into the system.
If exposed to water or due to inclement weather (rain, snow, and more.
If the system is not operating normally, under operating instructions.
Just change controls defined in operating instructions. Improper adjustment of the controls may
result in damage and involve a qualified technician to return the device to normal operation.
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heat or fire hazard.
7. Replacement parts - When replacement parts are needed, service technicians must only use
replacement parts provided by the supplier. Unauthorized substitutes can result in a burn, shock,
or other hazards.
8. Safety check - On completion of service or repair work on the unit, ask the service technician to
perform safety checks to ensure proper operation of the device.
9. Power sources - Operate the system only from the label's power source form. If the sort of power
supply to use is unclear, call your dealer.
10. Lightning - Can install external lightning conductors to protect against electrical storms. It stops
power-ups from destroying the system.
Recommended installing the devices in areas with limited access.
Electrical Safety
Before connecting an external cable to the device, complete grounding properly, and set up surge
protection; otherwise, static electricity will damage the mainboard.
Make sure that the power has been disconnected before you wire, install, or dismantle the device.
Ensure that the signal connected to the device is a weak-current (switch) signal; otherwise,
components of the device will get damaged.
Ensure that the standard voltage applicable in your country or region is applied. If you are not sure
about the endorsed standard voltage, please consult your local electric power company. Power
mismatch may cause a short circuit or device damage.
In the case of power supply damage, return the device to the professional technical personnel or
your dealer for handling.
To avoid interference, keep the device far from high electromagnetic radiation devices, such as
generators (including electric generators), radios, televisions, (especially CRT) monitors, or speakers.
Operation Safety
If smoke, odour, or noise rise from the device, turn off the power at once and unplug the power
cable, and then please contact the service centre.
Transportation and other unpredictable causes may damage the device hardware. Check whether
the device has any intense damage before installation.
If the device has major defects that you cannot solve, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
Dust, moisture, and abrupt temperature changes can affect the device's service life. You are
advised not to keep the device under such conditions.
Do not keep the device in a place that vibrates. Handle the device with care. Do not place heavy
objects on top of the device.

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Do not apply rosin, alcohol, benzene, pesticides, and other volatile substances that may damage
the device enclosure. Clean the device accessories with a piece of soft cloth or a small amount of
cleaning agent.
If you have any technical questions regarding usage, contact certified or experienced technical
personnel.
Note:
Make sure whether the positive polarity and negative polarity of the DC 12V power supply is
connected correctly. A reverse connection may damage the device. It is not advisable to connect
the AC 24V power supply to the DC 12V input port.
Make sure to connect the wires following the positive polarity and negative polarity shown on the
device's nameplate.
The warranty service does not cover accidental damage, damage caused by mis-operation, and
damage due to independent installation or repair of the product by the user.

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1Overview
SpeedFace-V5L Series using intelligent engineering facial recognition algorithms and the latest computer
vision technology. It supports Fingerprint, facial verification with large capacity and speedy recognition,
also the facial camera support QR code with Mobile APP, as well as improves security performance in all
aspects.
SpeedFace-V5L Series adopts touchless recognition technology and masked individual identification
which eliminates hygiene concerns effectively. It is also equipped with ultimate antispoofing algorithm for
facial recognition against almost all types of fake photos and videos attack. Besides, its facial camera
supports QR code, PDF417, Data Matrix, MicroPDF417, Aztec, and so on, with ZKBioAccess IVS Mobile APP
support Dynamic QR code for T&A/A&C.
The TD/TI Version with mask detection help reduce the spread of germs and help prevent infections
straightly at each access point of any premises and public areas such as hospitals, factories, schools,
commercial buildings, stations during the recent global public health issue with its masked individual
identification function during facial verification.
SpeedFace-V5L Series support video intercom Both via mobile app ZSmart and via PC software ZKBioTalk,
also they are integrated ONVIF Video protocol, so that they can connect to Onvif NVR to Video surveillance
and recording.
2Instruction for Use
Before getting into the device features and functions, it is recommended to be familiar with the below
fundamentals.
Finger Positioning
Recommended fingers: Index, middle, or ring fingers; avoid using the thumb or pinky, as they are difficult
to accurately press onto the fingerprint reader.
Too close to the edge
Vertical
Too low

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Note: Please use the correct method when pressing your fingers onto the fingerprint reader for
registration and identification. Our company will assume no liability for recognition issues that may result
from incorrect usage of the product. We reserve the right of final interpretation and modification
concerning this point.
Standing Position, Facial Expression and Standing Posture
The Recommended Distance
Recommended Standing Posture and Facial Expression
Facial Expression
Standing Posture
Note:Please keep your facial expression and standing posture natural while enrolment or verification.
The distance between the device and a user whose height is
in a range of 1.55m to 1.85m is recommended to be 0.3 to
2.5m. Users may slightly move forward or backward to
improve the character of facial images captured.

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Face Registration
Try to keep the face in the centre of the screen during registration. Please face the camera and stay still
during face registration. The screen looks like this:
Correct Face Registration and Authentication Method
Recommendation for Registering a Face
When registering a face, maintain a distance of 40cm to 80cm between the device and the face.
Be careful to keep your facial expression natural and not to change. (smiling face, drawn face, wink,
etc.)
If you do not follow the instructions on the screen, the face registration may take longer or may fail.
Be careful not to cover the eyes or eyebrows.
Do not wear hats, masks, sunglasses or eyeglasses.
Be careful not to display two faces on the screen. Register one person at a time.
It is recommended for a user wearing glasses to register both faces with and without glasses.
Recommendation for Authenticating a Face
Ensure that the face appears inside the guideline displayed on the screen of the device.
Sometimes, authentication may fail due to the change in the wearing glasses then the one used while
registration. In such a case, you may require authenticating your face with the previously worn glasses.
If your face was registered without glasses, you should authenticate your face without glasses further.

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If a part of the face is covered with a hat, a mask, an eye patch, or sunglasses, authentication may fail.
Do not cover the face, allow the device to recognize both the eyebrows and the face.
Standby Interface
After connecting the power supply, the following standby interface is displayed:
Tap to enter the User ID input interface.
When there is no Super Administrator set in the device, tap to go to the menu.
After adding a Super Administrator on the device, it requires the Super Administrator’s verification
before opening the menu functions.
Note:For the security of the device, it is recommended to register a super administrator the first time
you use the device.
The punch state options can also be displayed and used directly on the standby interface. Tap
anywhere on the screen apart from the icons, and six shortcut keys appears on the screen, as shown in
the figure below:

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Press the corresponding punch state key to select your current punch state, which is displayed in green.
Please refer to "Shortcut Key Mappings" for the specific operation method.
Note:The punch state options are off by default and need to select other mode options in the "Punch
States Options" to get the punch state options on the standby screen.

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Virtual Keyboard
Note:The device supports the input in Chinese language, English language, numbers, and symbols.
Tap En to switch to the English keyboard.
Press 123 to switch to the numeric and symbolic keyboard.
Tap ABC to return to the alphabetic keyboard.
Tap the input box, a virtual keyboard appears.
Tap ESC to exit the virtual keyboard.

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Verification Mode
2.6.1 Fingerprint Verification
1: N Fingerprint Verification Mode
Compares the fingerprint that is being pressed onto the fingerprint reader with all of the fingerprint data
that is stored in the device.
The device enters the fingerprint authentication mode when a user presses his/her finger onto the
fingerprint scanner.
Please follow the correct way to place your finger onto the sensor. For details, please refer to section
Finger Positioning.
Verification is successful:
Verification is failed:
1: 1 Fingerprint Verification Mode
Compares the fingerprint that is being pressed onto the fingerprint reader with the fingerprints that are
linked to User ID input via the virtual keyboard.
Users may verify their identities with 1:1 verification mode when they cannot gain access with 1: N
authentication method.
Click the button on the main screen to enter 1:1 fingerprint verification mode.
Input the user ID and press OK.

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If the user has registered face and password in addition to his/her fingerprints and the verification method
is set to Password/Fingerprint/Face verification, the following screen will appear. Select the fingerprint
icon to enter fingerprint verification mode.
Press the fingerprint to verify.

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Verification is successful:
Verification is failed: