Suprema Biostation 3 Reader
BS3-DB
Overview
BioStation 3 sets a new standard in access control, providing a new door access experience that enables improved security across all doors, for organizations of all sizes. This terminal is smaller
Features:
1. Multiple Contactless Access Methods:
BioStation 3 provides multiple credential options. Choose from the most convenient authentication methods — all contactless and perfectly compatible with a post-pandemic world.
- Facial recognition
- Mobile access
- QR and Barcode
- RFID card
2. Perfect for Any Door, Any Business
BioStation 3 is easy to install and scale in any environment, from small offices to massive enterprise buildings. It features a 47% size reduction compared to Suprema’s previous bestselling facial recognition terminal, FaceStation F2.
The slim, compact design of the BioStation 3 terminal is compatible with any kind of door. It is also suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, thanks to its robust IP65 and IK06 ratings.*
Easy
to Connect: A custom USB host connected to a SIM slot, RS232, etc. helps
simplify new add-on features
3. Fast and Smart AI Optimized for Facial Recognition Access
BioStation 3's NPU-optimized AI algorithm offers the highest standards in facial recognition accuracy and speed.
4. Non-stop Pass Through
Accurately and rapidly recognize moving faces in high-traffic areas
5. Compatible with Facial Variations
Use dynamic face templates to increase matching performance with faces wearing masks, glasses, hats, beards, different hairstyles, etc.
6. Protected Against Facial Spoofing
Detect fake faces, images, and photos to safeguard against facial spoofing
7. The Highest Level of Privacy Protection
BioStation 3 takes data protection very seriously.
What is ‘Face Template on Mobile’? – Own Your Own Data
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Easy Communication Across All Access Points
BioStation 3 enables integrated management over an entire access control system.
Access control is made easy with BioStation 3: Use VoIP Intercom and RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol)-based video monitoring to manage visitor access anytime and anywhere. VoIP Intercom enables seamless communication with all doors, and real-time video monitoring boosts security, ensuring that all access points are always in control.

Relay 1 Relay | Relay 1 Relay | Matching speed | Within 0.3 seconds |
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Live Face Detection | Supported | Max. User | 100,000 |
Max. Credentials (1:N) | Face: 50,000 | Max. Credentials (1:1) Face | 100,000 |
Max. Credentials (1:1) Card | 100,000 | Max. Credentials (1:1) Pin | 100,000 |
Max. Text logs | 5,000,000 | Max. Image logs | 50,000 |
Ethernet | Supported (10/100/1000 Mbps, automatic MDI/MDI-X) | Wi-Fi | Not supported |
TTL Input 3 ch Inputs | TTL Input 3 ch Inputs | Recognition Height | 1.4 to 1.9 m |
PoE+ | Not supported | Intercom | Supported |
USB | USB 2.0 (Host) | USB expansion port | Supported |
Tamper | Supported | Switch input VIH | Switch input VIH Min.: 3 V / Max.: 5 V |
Switch input VIL | Switch input VIL Max.: 1 V | Switch pull-up resistor | Switch pull-up resistor 4.7 k? (The input ports are pulled up with 4.7 k?) |
Wiegand output VOH | Wiegand output VOH 4.8 V or higher | Wiegand output VOL | Wiegand output VOL 0.2 V or lower |
Wiegand output pull-up resistor | Internal pull-up to 1 k? | Relay | 2 A @ 30 VDC Inductive load |
Barcode and QR code | Supported (BioStar QR) | Operating temperature | -20°C to 50°C |
IP rating | IP65 | IK rating | IK06 |
RS-485 | 1 ch Host / Slave (Selectable) | Wiegand | 1 ch Input, 1 ch Output |
Sound | 16bit | Operating Humidity | 0% to 80%, non-condensing |
Power | DC 12 V (current: 2.5 A) or DC 24 V (current: 1.2 A) | Biometric | Face |
RF card | BS3-DB: 125kHz EM & 13.56MHz MIFARE, MIFARE Plus, DESFire EV1/EV2*, FeliCa | RF detection distance | EM/HID iCLASS/MIFARE: 30 mm, HID Prox/DESFire: 25 mm, FeliCa: 15 mm |
Mobile | NFC, BLE | Weight | 370 g |
CPU | 1.5 GHz Quad Core | Memory | 32 GB Flash + 4 GB RAM |
Crypto chip | Supported | LCD type | 5.5" IPS color LCD |
LCD resolution | 720 x 1280 pixels | Storage temperature | -40°C to 70°C |
Storage humidity | 0% to 90%, non-condensing | Camera | 2 MP 2EA |
Dimensions (W x H x D) | 82.5 x 171 x 23.4 (mm) | Weight Bracket | 90 g (Including washers and bolts) |
Certifications | CE, FCC, KC, RoHS, REACH, WEEE, UKCA, RCM | Recognition Distance | 0.6 to 1.0 m |