Hikvision DS-K2708X

System

• Operating System: Linux

Network

• Wired Network: 1* 10/100/1000 Mbps self-adaptive

Interface

• Network Interface: 1
• Lock Control: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• Exit Button: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• Door Contact Input: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• Alarm Input: 16, including 8 on access controller and 8 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• Alarm Output: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• TAMPER: 1
• RS-485: 15, including 7 on access controller and 8 on access modules
  • 7 on access controller:- 2 for card reader, 5 for access modules (4 for communication, each interface can connect up to 16 access modules; 1 for redundancy)
  • 8 on access modules: 4 for card reader, 4 for access controller
• Wiegand: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules – Note: The cabinet contains 1 DS-K2704X(P) access controller and 2 DS-K2M002X access modules.
• USB: 1, USB 2.0
• Fire Interface: 1

Capacity

• User Capacity: 100,000
• Fingerprint Capacity: 10,000
• Card Capacity: 200,000
• Event Capacity: 600,000
• Linked Door Capacity: 8, including 4 on access controller and 4 on access modules
• Linked Card Reader Capaciry
  • 16 RS-485 card readers (OSDP protocol) and 8 Wiegand card readers; 8 RS-485 card readers on the access controller and 8 on access modules (4 for each)
  • 4 Wiegand card readers on the access controller and 2 on access modules

Authentication

• Fingerprint Recognition Duration: < 1 s

General

• Indicator:
  • DS-K2704X(P): 12 indicators, 1 for indicating power status, 1 for running status, 1 for wired network status, 5 for RS-485 status, and 4 for door status
  • DS-K2M002X: 6 indicators, 1 for indicating power status, 1 for running status, 2 for RS-485 status, and 2 for door status
• Battery: Charge and discharge
• Power Supply: 100 VAC to 240 VAC
• Power Consumption: ≤ 200 W
• Working Temperature: -10 °C to 55 °C (14 °F to 131 ° F)
• Working Humidity: 0% to 90% (No condensing)
• Installation: Wall mounting
• Language: English, Thai, Traditional Chinese, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Arabic, Spanish (Europe), Spanish (South America), Italian, French, Dutch, Russian, Ukrainian, Portuguese (Europe), Portuguese (Brazil), Serbian, Croatian, Bulgarian, German, Greek, Romanian

Function

• Configuration Via Web Browser: Support
• Multi-Factor Authentication: Support
• First Person In: Support
• Anti-Passback: Support 32 routes (64 card readers each)
• Multi-Door Interlocking: Support 32 groups (32 doors each)

Using Hikvision access control systems can be advantageous when you want an integrated solution that combines door access, video surveillance, intercoms, alarms, and attendance management under a single platform.

Main reasons to use Hikvision access control

1. Unified security platform

Hikvision access controllers integrate directly with Hikvision:

• IP cameras
• Video intercoms
• NVRs
• Alarm systems
• Time & attendance devices

Using Hikvision software, events such as card swipes, denied access, door forced-open alarms, and facial recognition matches can be viewed alongside video footage.

2. Multiple authentication methods

Depending on the model, users can authenticate using:

• RFID cards
• PIN codes
• QR codes
• Mobile credentials
• Bluetooth
• Fingerprints
• Facial recognition

This provides flexibility for different security levels and budgets.

3. Strong video integration

One of Hikvision’s biggest strengths is linking access events to camera footage:

• View video associated with a door event.
• Search footage by cardholder.
• Investigate tailgating or unauthorized access.
• Receive pop-up video when access alarms occur.

4. Facial recognition capabilities

Advanced terminals such as the DS-K1T673 Series and DS-K1T671 Series support:

• Fast face authentication
• Mask detection
• Anti-spoofing
• Card + face authentication

This reduces reliance on physical cards and can improve user convenience.

5. Scalability

Hikvision systems can scale from:

• A single office door
• Small commercial premises
• Schools
• Warehouses
• Multi-building sites

Controllers are available in:

• 1-door
• 2-door
• 4-door
• 8-door configurations

allowing expansion as requirements grow.

6. Cost-effective solution

Compared with enterprise systems such as:

• Gallagher
• LenelS2
• Genetec

Hikvision often delivers a lower hardware and licensing cost while providing many features required by small and medium businesses.

7. Time and attendance functions

Many Hikvision terminals can also record:

• Staff attendance
• Shift start/end times
• Late arrivals
• Reports and exports

This can eliminate the need for a separate attendance system.

8. Mobile management

Administrators can:

• Add users
• Issue credentials
• Review events
• Unlock doors remotely

through Hikvision management software and supported mobile applications.

Best applications

Hikvision access control is well suited to:

• Offices
• Schools
• Warehouses
• Apartment buildings
• Retail stores
• Small to medium commercial sites

Data-sheet

Quick Start Guide

User Manual

Infographics

Hikvision DS-K2708X Flyer