Available BioStar 2 Version: v2.9.7 or above
Available BioStar 2 Device SDK Version: v 2.9.6.0 or above
Available Suprema G-SDK Version: v1.7.0 or above
Starting from BioStar 2 v2.9.7, the BioEntry W3 has been added. The BioEntry W3 is an innovative facial authentication device powered by Suprema’s advanced AI technology. The optimized AI processor ensures high accuracy and lightning-fast facial processing speeds. Experience a thinner, more compact product than previous models, yet deliver exceptional performance.
[BioEntry W3, Suprema's new AI-powered facial authentication device]
Why BioEtnry W3?
 | Following the FaceStation F2 and BioStation 3, the BioEntry W3 has been introduced as an innovative facial authentication access control device driven by Suprema's advanced AI technology. Its deep-learning optimized AI processor guarantees high accuracy and rapid facial processing speeds. Built for durability and resilience, the BioEntry W3 can endure external impacts and extreme conditions, all while boasting a sleek and compact design. Discover the future of security with a device emphasizing secure personal data, elegant simplicity, and long-lasting durability. |
Overview
Key Features
Type | Features | Release Status |
| User Credential | User Face Enrollment with Photo User Face Enrollment with Mobile | Released |
| RF Card & Mobile Card with Airfob Pass App | Released | |
| Face Template On Card (Smart Card) | Released | |
| Template on Mobile (Face) | Released | |
| Max. Credential (1:N) | Face: 30,000 | Released |
| Max. Credential (1:1) | Face: 30,000 Card: 100,000 | Released |
| Image Log | Supported | Released |
| PoE (Power Over Ethernet) - IEEE 802.3 at compliant | Supported with BEW3-APB only | Released |
| RTSP(Real Time Streaming Protocol) to be connectable with Video Management System | Supported | Released |
| USB 2.0 (Type C) - Only firmware upgrade | Supported | Released |
| Secure Element | Supported | Released |
| IP (International Protection) Rate | IP67 | Released |
| IK (Impact Protection) Rate | IK08 | Released |
* For more detailed specifications, please visit the BioEntry W3 web page.
Supported Model List
BEW3-DB and BEW3-APB: Face Authentication
- The model type is divided depending on the card type and PoE support.
What is new about BioEntry W3?
1. Innovate facial authentication performance
- FAS algorithm: provides a best-in-class facial authentication algorithm.
- Advanced AI technology: enhanced accuracy using over 500,000 data points
- NPU utilization: strengthens speed and accuracy with deep learning-based NPU.
2. Flexible integration options
| IntegrationType | Product Name | License Required | Status |
| Without BioStar 2 software | BioStar 2 Device SDK | Free of charge | Released (v2.9.6.0 or above) |
| Suprema G-SDK | Free of charge | Released (v1.7.0 or above) | |
| With BioStar 2 software | New BioStar 2 Local API | Free of charge | Released (v2.9.7 or above) |
3. RTSP(Real Time Streaming Protocol)
- Relevant Article: [BioStation 3] How To Use RTSP of BioStation 3 with VMS
- BioEntry W3 supports RTSP as a connection with a video management system. If you have a video management system in your environment, you can add BioEntry W3 to be an IP camera and watch the real-time streaming from BioEntry W3's camera.
4. Access on Card for BioEntry W3 Face Template
5. Support Suprema Mobile Access
- Relevant Article: [BioStar 2] How to Use Suprema Mobile Access
6. Support Template on Mobile
- Relevant Article: [BioStar 2] Introduction of New Feature "Template on Mobile (ToM)"
- BioEntry W3 addresses data privacy concerns in biometric devices. Suprema's Template on Mobile(ToM) lets users authenticate access through their mobile devices, ensuring that facial templates are never stored on any external systems.
7. Fusion matching mode & fast matching mode
What are the different things from other BioStar 2 products?
Supported
- Fake Face Detection
- IP67
- IK08
- Mask detection
- Face Authentication by wearing a Mask
- RTSP to be connectable with the Video Management System
- PoE (Power over Ethernet) (BEW3-APB only)
Not supported
- User Visual Face enrollment on the device (refer to FAQs #3)
- TCM-10 (Suprema Thermal Camera)
- Face Server Matching
- Intercom
- Face template compatibility from FaceStation 2 and FaceLite
FAQs
1. What is a USB Extension Port?
- You need to purchase an extended module and bracket. Also, firmware customization is required, so please contact the Suprema Sales team for further discussion (Contact Suprema Sales Link).
2. Can we use FaceStation F2, BioStation 3, and BioEntry W3 on the same BioStar 2 system?
- You can use FaceStation F2, BioStation 3, and BioEntry W3 on the same BioStar 2 system. For more information, please refer to the following two articles.
- [BioStar 2] Improved Image Extraction for Visual Face Credentials on BioStar 2
- [BioStar 2] Supports Visual Face Migration
3. Can we enroll Visual Face directly on the BioEntry W3 itself?
- Unfortunately, you need to activate the device using BioStar 2 to enroll in Visual Face or use mobile enrollment, CSV import, or another method. BioEntry W3 does not support device user enrollment as it does not have an LCD screen.
4. What is a USB Port for?
- BioEntry W3's USB port is for firmware upgrading. Please refer to the article below if you would like to know about this feature further.
- [BioStar 2] How to Upgrade BioEntry W3 Firmware via USB
5. Can we use BioEntry W3 as RS-485 Slave device of FaceStation F2 or BioStaton 3?
- You can use BioEntry W3 as an RS-485 Slave device if the RS-485 Master device is BioStation 3 but cannot if the RS-485 Master device is FaceStation F2.
- Please refer to the details in the linked article; [BioStar 2] Visual Face Devices' Master and Slave Configuration